At that moment.
Takumi happened to be walking over from across the street.
"What are you all talking about?"
Takumi said with a smile.
"Of course, it's about you adopting a Ninken!"
"Just heard from Asuma and Kiba that raising Ninken seems very difficult."
Sakura couldn't help but reply.
"Takumi-kun, what kind of dog do you like?"
Ino linked arms with Takumi, asking curiously.
"A gentle little dog, or a majestic big dog?"
"Or one like me..."
"Cough! Cough!"
Takumi lightly coughed twice.
"Every dog has its unique merits."
"No matter which one I choose, I will treat it as a friend and take good care of it."
"Then, is Takumi-kun confident about taming a Ninken?"
Hinata asked softly.
"I heard taming a Ninken takes a long time and is very difficult."
"What's so difficult about that?"
Takumi looked puzzled.
Hearing this, Kiba, who had been silent, was displeased.
"Hey, hey, Takumi, don't underestimate Ninken training."
"Even for us Inuzuka Clan, training a qualified Ninken requires time and day and night interaction."
"To fight together seamlessly requires years of training."
"Don't think just because you're talented it'll work. This kind of thing doesn't rely on talent."
"That's right, Takumi."
Asuma said, smoking and squinting.
"Training Ninken isn't something that can be done overnight."
"I know you want to contribute to the village, but it's not only about completing high-difficulty missions."
"Those low-level missions you look down on are also one of the major sources of the village's economy."
"And it's precisely the large number of low-level missions that allow Genin to quickly accumulate sufficient experience."
"Asuma-senpai is right."
Takumi smiled slightly.
"But I want to give it a try. What if I succeed?"
"Hehe, you'll definitely fail. On the first day, the dogs might not even acknowledge you."
Kiba said with a giggle, waiting to see Takumi make a fool of himself.
Soon, the group arrived in a grand procession at the Inuzuka Clan's residence.
Kiba leaned close to Takumi, whispering:
"Hey, if you don't want to lose your dignity, I advise you to leave now."
"If everyone sees you making a fool of yourself later, your glorious image might be gone."
"Don't talk nonsense."
Ino said.
"How could Takumi-kun fail?"
"He's so strong! If he says he can do it, he definitely can."
"Right, right."
Sakura also spoke up for Takumi.
"Sigh, I told you, training Ninken has nothing to do with talent."
"This takes time, takes day and night interaction!"
Faced with Kiba's explanation, Takumi just smiled without saying a word.
…
"Oh, so many people came?"
Tsume and Hana came forward.
Behind them were their Ninken.
Tsume's Kuromaru, and Hana's Three Haimaru Brothers.
However, the four Ninken seemed somewhat restrained after approaching.
Tsume and Hana didn't notice the abnormality of their Ninken behind them.
"Mom, Sis, this guy Takumi actually dares to look down on Ninken training!"
As soon as he saw his mom and sister, Kiba immediately went forward to vent his dissatisfaction.
"He actually thinks forming a bond with a Ninken is simple! Do you know how much effort we spent to achieve a deep understanding with our Ninken?"
"This guy Takumi actually thinks he can do it easily!"
Tsume and Hana just smiled.
They knew Kiba was probably jealous.
After all, Takumi is handsome and strong, so jealousy is normal.
Tsume stepped forward, speaking seriously to Takumi.
"Ninken are different from ordinary house dogs. They are smarter and more combative."
"Every Ninken is best raised from puppyhood, as this helps bond formation."
"Initially, you need to eat and sleep together, giving them a sense of security."
"Only when they trust you enough can you start training them, which reduces rebelliousness."
"Usually, the above steps require several years of day after day effort."
"So it's okay if you fail, just relax."
Finally, Tsume comforted Takumi.
Clearly, she also didn't think Takumi could tame a Ninken in one go.
"Okay, I understand."
Takumi said seriously.
"Although I don't know which one I'll choose yet, I will definitely take care of it like my friend."
Naruto and the others nearby were also full of emotion.
"Ah, you have to eat and sleep together? I thought it was like Kiba, just putting Akamaru on his head."
"You guy!"
Kiba couldn't help but roll his eyes, punching Naruto on the head.
"Hmm, Ninken are different from our Aburame Clan's Kikaichu. We mostly command them, as the insects themselves aren't very intelligent."
Shino analyzed.
"They act more on instinct."
"I didn't know it was this troublesome." Ino said helplessly, "I was thinking about maybe raising one, but now, I think I'll forget it."
"Right."
Sakura also looked disappointed.
Hinata didn't have much reaction.
Even if she wanted to raise one, her father probably wouldn't agree.
As a member of a great clan, certain aspects are indeed less convenient compared to smaller clans or ordinary villagers.
"Now you understand how difficult it is, right?"
Asuma stepped forward, laughing.
"I advise you to give up on this mission."
"With this time, you might as well do more low-level missions. When you've accumulated enough experience, the village will naturally need you to handle those difficult missions."
"Otherwise, if you force it, you'll just embarrass yourself."
Asuma looked at Takumi as if waiting for a show.
Although inwardly rolling his eyes, Takumi still said seriously, "I want to give it a try."
"Since you insist, then follow me."
Tsume led the way.
Kiba quietly moved close to his mom, whispering.
"Mom, when strangers approach for the first time, the Ninken will definitely be restless. They might scare Takumi later, so you need to watch them."
Although his words were full of disdain, Kiba was still worried Takumi might be threatened.
Because if Takumi got hurt, Sakura and Ino would definitely tear him apart!
"Indeed, but don't worry. With me here, nothing will happen."
Tsume was full of confidence.
Hana also stepped forward, whispering.
"I'll calm their emotions, no need to worry."
As the group gradually approached the kennel, a strange feeling surged in Kiba's heart.
"Mom, does something feel off?"
Tsume was also frowning.
"A bit, indeed."
"Is it... too quiet?"
Hana also looked surprised.
"Normally at this time, hearing human activity, they'd be making a racket!"
"Are they all sick?"
"Impossible!"
Tsume immediately refuted.
"I checked their condition this morning."
"Then why so quiet? It's usually very lively inside at this time."
Hana was full of doubt.
"Maybe because of the strangers?"
Tsume glanced back.
There were indeed many strangers.
Asuma and Guy had definitely been here before.
But Takumi and the others were all visiting the Inuzuka Clan's grounds for the first time.
Their scent would be very unfamiliar to the Ninken.
"No."
Kiba shook his head.
"Occasional stranger scents in the kennel aren't rare, but it's never been this quiet before."
"Forget it, we'll know once we go take a look."
Tsume finally ended the speculation, leading the group to the kennel entrance.
But upon entering the kennel, she froze directly.
Then, let out an extremely terrified sound!
"This!?"
"What's wrong?"
Kiba immediately tensed, went in to look, and also froze.
"Did something happen?"
Hana cried out anxiously, rushing in.
Then, she also froze.
The others, not understanding why, followed them in.
Subsequently, they saw a shocking scene.
At this moment, the entire kennel, hundreds of Ninken, large and small, were all squatting obediently on the ground.
Facing the entrance, watching quietly.
Their gaze was incredibly unified, aimed solely in one direction.
Or rather, facing a certain person with a calm expression!
Following the Ninken's gaze, their necks turned as if rusted, slowly turning… To look at Takumi.
"Holy crap!!! Wh-what's going on?!"
Naruto shouted loudly.
He's not the only one scared.
Aburame Shino, Shikamaru...
Ino, Sakura, even hugged each other, trembling with fear!
The scene was very eerie, but also very shocking!
The Ninken, who should have been restless and agitated due to strangers, were now, as if perfectly tamed, sitting obediently on the ground, and all their gazes were fixed on one person… Takumi!
This feeling was as if Takumi was their king!
"This!!??"
Asuma and Guy looked at each other, their eyes retaining a trace of shock.
"This! What happened!?"
"Why, why is everyone looking at Takumi!?"
"And, they look so obedient!!"
Kiba cried out in terror.
Hana and Tsume were also full of shock! They had dealt with dogs for decades, trained over a thousand Ninken, but had never seen a scene like today!
Bowing in submission?
Yes, this scene was as if all the Ninken saw their king, bowing respectfully, bowing their heads in submission!
Amidst everyone's expressions of seeing a ghost…
At this moment, Takumi stepped forward and casually waved a hand.
Swish!
All the Ninken, in that instant, all respectfully, went down on one knee!
Including the Ninken following Tsume and Hana.
Akamaru, who had an upset stomach and was somewhat listless, was currently lying on Kiba's head.
But upon sensing Takumi's aura, he quickly jumped down, rushed in front of Takumi, head lowered, kneeling before Takumi!
They're paying homage to their destined king!
This scene deeply shocked everyone present.
Everyone stared wide-eyed as if dead, as if they'd seen a ghost!
"Th-this, how is this possible?"
Tsume's face was full of disbelief, her legs gone weak!
She had raised Ninken for so many years, but had never seen such a scene!
'All the Ninken, actually all paying homage to one person!?'
'Ninken kneeling on one knee to someone?'
She was seeing this gesture from Ninken for the first time!
Even Kiba's Akamaru, Tsume's Kuromaru, and Hana's Three Haimaru Brothers also knelt with utmost respect!
"Wh-what's going on?"
"What in the world is going on!!!"
Asuma cried out, his face contorted with terror, voicing everyone's thoughts.
"Impossible!"
He trembled all over.
"Absolutely impossible!"
"What in the world is happening!!?"
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