Inuzuka Clan's Secret Medicine

Chiga was somewhat confused when Kakashi suddenly brought up the Inuzuka clan, and he looked at Kakashi questioningly.

Seeing this, Kakashi explained, "Although the Inuzuka clan is famous throughout the Shinobi World for its Ninja Hounds, they also have some experience raising other Summoning Beasts. As I recall, the Inuzuka clan sells secret medicines that enhance the strength of Summoning Beasts."

"I suggest you go take a look. It might be able to increase Crow Feather's strength."

In the world of Naruto, nothing was scientific in any field, and medicine was no exception.

The most common example was Soldier Pills. Basically, every ninja carried this medicine, which could rapidly replenish Chakra during battle.

The Akimichi clan also had Three-Colored Secret Pills that could temporarily enhance one's strength.

Of course, the best choice would actually be to find Orochimaru. As a scientist of the Shinobi World, he was very good at researching this sort of thing.

Unfortunately, Chiga wasn't familiar with him.

As for Crow Feather, Chiga had never considered treating him as a combat-type Summoning Beast.

His original plan had only been to use Crow Feather to coordinate with Genjutsu or as a means of reconnaissance.

However, after hearing that the Inuzuka clan actually had such medicine, Chiga was tempted.

He remembered that in the anime, after Kiba fed Akamaru a secret medicine, Akamaru's body grew larger.

If Crow Feather could also grow larger—large enough to bear Chiga's weight while flying—then Chiga would have a means of flight.

That would be extremely useful, whether for traveling or escaping.

After thinking for a while, Chiga asked, "Will there be any side effects?"

"No. I hear the Inuzuka clan's secret medicines are very mild and basically have no side effects." Kakashi thought for a moment before continuing, "If I had to name one, it would probably be that they're too mild, which makes their effects weak. They have to be taken for a long time."

Chiga's face immediately darkened when he heard this. Why does that sound like a sales tactic?

Minato had no good suggestions regarding their discussion of Summoning Beasts. After all, his own Summoning Beast was a toad from Mount Myōboku.

The toads there had their own complete system of inheritance. Not only did they have secret medicines, they even had Senjutsu.

He glanced at the sky, then said, "Since that's the case, Kakashi, take Chiga to the Inuzuka clan's shop and have a look. As for me, I need to prepare some ninja tools, so I won't accompany you two."

Since Minato put it that way, the four of them split up. Shisui had to continue training his Shuriken throwing, so he stayed where he was.

Chiga went to the Inuzuka clan's shop with Kakashi.

On the way, Chiga gave Kakashi a mischievous grin. "By the way, Kakashi, does that book of mine suit your tastes?"

Kakashi replied in a deep voice, "Don't give me books like that again. I, Kakashi, am a student of the Will of Fire."

"Actually, I have another collector's edition. None of the people in it are wearing any clothes!"

"What?! Chiga-san, please be sure to keep it safe for me!"

Chiga: "."

The two of them arrived at the Inuzuka clan's shop.

Calling it a shop was less accurate than calling it a dog farm. The sounds of barking rose and fell without end.

After all, the Inuzuka clan's main business was still selling Ninja Hounds.

In fact, the Inuzuka clan's Ninja Hounds were sold widely.

Even ordinary people could buy one to guard their homes. As long as you could afford it, they could raise whatever kind of dog you wanted.

The two of them walked into the dog farm, and a member of the Inuzuka clan approached them. A gigantic black dog more than two meters tall followed behind him.

Kakashi stepped forward and called out, "Senior Hisao!"

When Inuzuka Hisao heard someone call his name, he turned around. Upon seeing Kakashi Hatake, he immediately smiled and said, "It's Kakashi. Is my Pakkun still useful?"

Kakashi smiled and replied, "His sense of smell is very sensitive. He can find his target quickly, and he's excellent."

Hearing this, Inuzuka Hisao nodded in satisfaction. "That's good. Since you already have a tracking-type dog, how about buying a combat-type one as well? You should know that my large dogs are also excellent companions in battle!"

"Not this time." Kakashi shook his head and pointed at Chiga. "I'm accompanying him."

"Oh, does this customer need to buy a Ninja Hound?"

When Inuzuka Hisao heard that Kakashi had brought a customer, his eyes immediately lit up.

However, when he saw the Uchiha clan crest on Chiga's clothes, his face darkened at once.

The large black dog behind him also became ferocious, baring its teeth at Chiga.

Chiga froze, completely confused. Kakashi had been treating him like a valued customer just moments ago, so why had everything changed when it came to him?

"Black Fiend!"

Inuzuka Hisao called out the large black dog's name.

Black Fiend then walked toward Chiga one step at a time. After circling him once, its expression finally relaxed.

It said to Inuzuka Hisao, "Hisao, this Uchiha brat doesn't smell like that bunch of stinking cats."

Only then did a smile appear on Inuzuka Hisao's face.

"Welcome, honored customer. Just tell me what you need."

The corner of Chiga's mouth twitched. With that attitude toward cats, you could stage a cat-and-dog war in Konohagakure.

"Hello, Senior Hisao. I'd like to buy some secret medicine to enhance my crow."

Hearing the words "secret medicine," Inuzuka Hisao's expression turned serious. He looked Chiga up and down before turning his gaze to Crow Feather on Chiga's shoulder.

"Hmm. Although our clan has no experience raising birds, I can still tell that this crow has grown very well."

Inuzuka Hisao praised Crow Feather first, then said regretfully, "What a pity. It's still only an ordinary crow. Even if it takes the secret medicine, the effects won't be very impressive."

Seeing Inuzuka Hisao's regretful expression, Chiga assumed that the Inuzuka clan's secret medicine had little effect on crows and immediately felt disappointed.

However, Inuzuka Hisao changed his tone and continued, "But my Inuzuka clan also has an even more advanced secret medicine. As long as it's taken over a long period, it can definitely raise your crow to the level of a chūnin! As for the price..."

As he reached the end, Inuzuka Hisao put on a calculating expression and gave a sly chuckle.

Chiga asked, "How much?"

At his age, there wasn't much he could do for fun, and he didn't have many expenses. So if the price was reasonable, he could accept it if it increased Crow Feather's strength.

"Five thousand ryō provides one month's supply. Two years to reach genin, five years to reach chūnin, or you'll get a full refund!"

Chiga calculated carefully. Reaching genin in two years would cost one hundred and twenty thousand ryō. That didn't seem too expensive.

"Give me three months' worth first. I'll test the effects!" Chiga thought for a while before saying.

"Sure thing!"

After completing the deal, Inuzuka Hisao's mood improved greatly.

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