"That . . . is a good question," said Naruto. "I mean, obviously we all get an equal share of the money so that's 750 Ryo each. And me and Chouji both got the ham earlier so I think you should take your pick."
"Hmm, I didn't expect you to be so reasonable," said Shikamaru, frowning. "You should take the skill scroll, see if you can learn it first."
Naruto nodded.
You have obtained the skill scroll [Katon: Hidama no Jutsu].
Would you like to learn the skill?
Naruto tapped the 'Confirm (Y).
You cannot learn this skill.
Required: [Katon Affinity]
"Well that sucks, what the hell?" demand Naruto. "It says I need to have a [Katon Affinity]."
"Hmm, I wonder . . ." mumbled Shikamaru. "Can I try?"
Naruto shrugged and handed him the book. "Sure.
Shikamaru blinked in surprise when he was prompted to learn the skill. He was more surprised when the book went up in flames and smoke.
"You have a [Katon Affinity]?" asked Naruto.
"Apparently, I didn't even know I had one," said Shikamaru.
"Open your skills list," said Naruto, curious as to what his friend's skills were listed at.
"It says I do have a Katon Affinity but it's only level 1 with zero experience."
"If you just created it then how come I wasn't able to?" questioned Naruto.
"Troublesome," Shikamaru complained, sighing aloud. "I think we need to do some more research into chakra affinities."
"I have the books for it at home, I haven't really been able to read into them too much yet," added Naruto.
"It will have to wait," said Shikamaru, checking the time. "We've got to hit the road and meet our sensei and Ino."
"Okay guys, I guess Chouji and I can each take one of the skins," said Naruto, collecting the leather and handing one to Chouji.
"Oh, before I forget," said Chouji. "I found a bunch of mushrooms earlier. They are a really good cooking ingredient." He then held them out to his friends.
"Cool," said Naruto. "But you keep those, I'll try to collect some myself since I still have time before meeting my team."
"Alright, see you later, Naruto," said Chouji, obviously happy with his recent food pickups.
Your team has disbanded.
Naruto was then left to his own devices in that field. "So, mushroom hunting, huh?"
Naruto went toward the tree he saw Chouji at earlier, he could see around the base were several broken stems from where they had been plucked. Naruto moved on to check another tree where he saw a bunch of mushrooms.
Shiitake Mushroom – This mushrooms has a soft, spongy quality, producing a woodsy, meaty flavor and texture when cooked. Cooking Ingredient.
Enoki Mushroom – This mushroom has a mild, delicate flavor that is complimented by a slight crunch. Cooking Ingredient
Naruto picked the mushrooms, moving to several different trees as he went. He ended up with sixteen shiitake and seven enoki. He didn't have any recipes for them but a quick trip to the library should help him out, same with the ham shank.
Naruto didn't stay very long as he was due to meet his team for training and a mission. Naruto arrived a few minutes early to the meeting though once again he was the last to arrive other than Kakashi.
Sasuke looked very displeased to see Naruto arrive, acknowledging his arrival with little more than a glare.
Sakura looked between them nervously, expecting a fight to break out, especially with the way things were left unsettled at the test.
Thankfully, Kakashi arrived before they could come to blows.
"So, first today we're going to go over some things. Starting with the obvious. Sasuke, we need to discuss your unwillingness to be teamed with anyone. Would you care to explain yourself?"
"They will just slow me down," stated Sasuke.
"Hmm, tell me more," said Kakashi, staring Sasuke down a bit.
After a short stare down between Kakashi and Sasuke, the youth finally answered. "I won't be responsible for their safety. They'll get themselves killed and put me at risk because of it."
"I see so you're worried they will get themselves killed," translated Kakashi.
"Hn," grunted Sasuke, refusing to acknowledge Kakashi's words.
"I'll take that as a 'Yes, you're absolutely right, Kakashi-sensei. You're such a genius, please teach me to be just like you." Kakashi retorted before looking to Sakura and Naruto. "What do you think about that Sakura?"
Sakura looked embarrassed. "He's not wrong but he's not completely right. I'm not very strong but I won't get in his way."
"Sasuke, what do you think?" asked Kakashi.
"She's weak, she even said so. I don't want to watch someone die again," he stated angrily.
"Ah, now we get to the real root of the issue. Care to elaborate further, Sasuke?"
Sasuke snarled at the man. "Go to hell, I don't have to explain anything."
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