"Compared to the Shadow-Shadow Fruit, everything else pales in comparison," Haruto said casually.
"But there should still be some other interesting items, right?" Ino asked, unwilling to settle for less.
"Of course," Haruto replied, reaching into the glowing sphere and pulling out a Transfiguration Pill.
"This is a mystical elixir from another world. After consuming it, a person's personality will undergo a drastic change, transforming them into a completely different version of themselves."
"For example, someone like Shikamaru, who is usually indifferent to everything, would become extremely energetic and full of passion after taking it," Haruto explained with a smirk.
"Wait, there's a pill that can actually change a person's personality? That's incredible!" Chōji exclaimed.
"Changing someone's personality… Even an elixir can do that?" Ino was just as shocked.
Sure enough, in this strange golden egg shop, anything was possible.
"So, Mr. Shikamaru, how about trying it out?" Haruto asked, grinning.
"No way, that sounds like a hassle," Shikamaru responded, taking the small bottle and tossing it into his ninja pouch without a second thought.
"Haha!" Haruto chuckled, slightly disappointed.
He had been looking forward to seeing a lively and enthusiastic version of Shikamaru, but it seemed he wouldn't get that chance.
Still, when it came to people full of energy, there was one obvious candidate right in front of him.
Naruto, as expected, was already pestering Shikamaru, trying to get a look at the mysterious pill, eager to see if it really worked.
"I just hope you don't end up like Naruto," Haruto joked. "Otherwise, the Third Hokage is going to have a massive headache."
A wise fool was far more dangerous than a reckless one.
"Boss, do you have anything else interesting?" Ino asked curiously, leaning over the remaining glowing spheres.
"Interesting, huh?" Haruto mused, scanning the orbs.
Then, he reached out and pulled out a small music player.
"This is Conan's BGM. It's quite unique," he said with amusement.
"Huh? What's that?" Ino tilted her head, staring at the strange device.
"This background music is called Conan. When played, it stimulates brain activity, enhancing one's ability to analyze and detect weaknesses in an opponent's attacks. It's essentially an auxiliary combat tool."
Haruto pressed the button on the player, and instantly, a familiar melody filled the shop.
In his mind, he could almost see a certain boy detective adjusting his glasses, the glare reflecting off the lenses as he raised a confident finger.
"There is only one truth!"
Haruto smirked. Damn, this music is so iconic.
Though it felt a bit repetitive to him, the effect on everyone else was immediate.
As the melody played, the chakra in their bodies surged, particularly in their brains. Their thought processes accelerated, and everything around them seemed clearer, sharper.
Shikamaru, in particular, noticed the change.
He recalled past shogi matches with his father—some strategies that had once seemed unsolvable now appeared laughably simple.
For the first time in his life, everything made perfect sense.
It was as if his mind had entered a state of absolute clarity, a warmth surrounding him that he never wanted to leave.
Then, suddenly—the music stopped.
And just like that, the enhanced state faded.
"Ah… My brain's chakra flow really did speed up," Sasuke muttered, his Sharingan flashing momentarily.
"Yeah! For a second there, I actually felt smarter!" Chōji said, slightly embarrassed.
"Haha, that's the effect of this item," Haruto explained, twirling the music player in his hand. "This music greatly enhances chakra circulation, especially in the brain, which indirectly boosts intelligence."
"However, this effect only lasts while the music is playing."
"I see," Ino nodded, impressed. "That really is an interesting tool!"
Suddenly—
"AHHH!"
Naruto's loud yell interrupted the conversation, making everyone turn toward him.
"I… I just remembered the hand seals for the Substitution Jutsu!"
Eyes wide, Naruto looked at his hands in disbelief. Slowly, he formed the seals—Ram → Boar → Ox → Dog → Snake.
BANG!
A puff of smoke erupted, and in an instant, Naruto transformed into a small wooden stool, while his real body appeared where the stool had been.
"OH MY GOD! I FINALLY DID IT!" Naruto shouted, jumping up and down in excitement.
For years, he had struggled with ninjutsu, especially during his time at the academy.
His impatience made it nearly impossible for him to remember complex hand seals, which was why he always relied on brute force and the Shadow Clone Jutsu.
But now, just from listening to Conan's BGM, his brain had been stimulated enough to memorize the Substitution Jutsu's seals perfectly.
It was practically a miracle!
Sakura, who had watched Naruto fail at basic ninjutsu countless times, was utterly stunned.
In all their years at the academy, Naruto had never performed a proper ninjutsu—not even once!
Even when he accidentally managed a Clone Jutsu, the results were always terrible—his clones were either deformed or miniature.
But now, he had just executed a perfect Substitution Jutsu on the first try.
It was unbelievable!
"Hey, this BGM might actually be perfect for Naruto!" Ino teased, laughing.
"Tch."
Shikamaru let out an annoyed snort, then stuffed the music player into his ninja pouch without hesitation.
There was no way he was giving this to Naruto.
Sure, his IQ was already far above everyone else's, but that only meant he fully understood how valuable this item was.
Something that could artificially enhance intelligence was priceless in the right hands.
And Naruto?
Did he even need something like this?
The guy already had Rasengan and Shadow Clones—why would he care about something as basic as the Substitution Jutsu?
Giving it to him would be a complete waste.
"Boss, do you have anything else?" Shikamaru asked, clearly intrigued by the golden egg's potential.
Haruto smirked.
"One more thing."
Reaching into the golden light, he pulled out a delicate white flower.
"A… flower?" Ino blinked, confused.
It wasn't just any flower—it was the Tianshan Snow Lotus.
End of the Chapter.
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