"Weed, what should we do? We could go to Kishu.. I have at least fifty friends there." Rocket says as they stop at a spot where they can look out on a lake.
"Kishu, huh?" Weed asks.
"Wait. Before we consider that, there's a clan that's on my mind." Kyoushiro says as the group looks at him.
"A clan?" Jerome asks.
"Yes. The ninja dogs of Koga." Kyoushiro says.
"Ninja dogs of Koga?" Weed asks.
"Weed! Jerome!" A voice shouts revealing to be Kagetora and Ken with their friends on a higher ledge before they jump down to the group.
"You only brought two comrades? Weren't you guys going to gather kai dogs?" GB asks.
"Quit yelping, GB. I had my dad and cousins go to Ohu. We need to increase the numbers we have there." Kagetora says as Jerome nods in agreement.
"However, this is amazing! You've gathered a lot by yourselves!" Ken says seeing the group has gotten larger.
"Oh yeah! Ken, Kagetora, let me introduce him. This is Kyoushiro, the one who offered his assistance to us." Weed says as he walks over to Kyoushiro.
"Kyoushiro the silver. It's an honor to assist you." Kyoushiro says kindly.
"Kyoushiro? Kyoushiro from Shiga!?" Kagetora says shocked looking at Kyoushiro.
"It seems we got a big shot to join us! I'm a soldier from Ohu. Ben's son, Ken." Ken says.
"I'm a kai dog. Kurotora's son, Kagetora. I'm gonna assume you already know Amber and her sisters Roxanne and Vixen but they're soldiers as well." Kagetora says.
"Three pups of Alexis and Smith. All their litter is wolf dogs. Strong ones at that." Ken says as Amber and her sisters growl slightly at the two males.
"If you two don't mind we can introduce ourselves but they already know us." Amber says irritably.
"Sorry, anyways Weed, these our my little brothers, Nobutora and Harutora." Kagetora says introducing the two dogs they brought back.
"I'm glad to meet you. My name is Weed. Best regards." Weed says kindly as Kyoushiro's group greet Ken and Kagetora.
"Weed.. along the way I was able to gather some information. It appears that Hougen of the southern alps has gathered over five hundred subordinates. Don't you think we should increase or numbers a little more?" Kagetora asks as Weed looks at him.
"Yeah, we we're just talking about that." Weed says in agreement.
"Then, we should stop by at Little brother's territory!" Ken says as the group look at him.
"Little brother? Who's that?" GB asks.
"The leader and his close comrades were searching for someone that would become the successor for the next generation in paradise. Little brother's name was Tesshin." Ken says.
"The successor to paradise?" Jerome asks.
"Hey.. it's rude to say that in front of Weed." Ken says.
"No, that was said before Weed was even born. By now, he's probably returned to the Koga village." Kagetora says.
"As Little brother trained, he acquired the amazing strength of the leader, John's fangs, and the speed of Akame." Ken says.
"He's the one in charge of the Koga ninja dogs that I mentioned earlier." Kyoushiro says as Weed looks at him.
"Tesshin of Koga? Alright, let's do it. Everyone, we're going to Koga!" Weed shouts.
*Timeskip*
"We're not alone." Amber says hearing something causing the others to stop.
"What is it?" Weed asks.
"Ninja dogs." Roxanne says.
"Yes it appears we're already in the Koga village." Jerome says.
"Let's follow them!" Weed shouts as they run after the dogs before coming to a stop at a cliff.
"What can I help you with, visitor? You wanted to speak with me?" A voice says revealing to be Tesshin as he stands at the top of the cliff.
*Timeskip*
"The leader? I see." Tesshin says as he looks at Weed.
"Please help us save the leader and take down that damn Hougen! We beg of you.. Please." Ken says.
"I'm sorry.. but I can't." Tesshin says.
"Little brother!" Ken and Kagetora shout in union.
"The truth is, the elder of the ninja dog clan is ill." Tesshin says as everyone looks at him.
"Tesshin, we'll take care of the elder!" A dog says as Tesshin looks at him.
"It's ok. You guys, don't interrupt. I'm sorry, Weed. Our elder gladly let my father and I go to Ohu once before. While we were gone, he protected the clan. I have to repay that favor. There's no way I can just leave this place open. I'm sorry, please forgive me." Tesshin says as he bows his head.
"Tesshin, there's no need for you to bow your head. To repay a favor is the right thing to do. Please take good care of the elder. I'm just glad I even met you. Well, then.." Weed says as he and his group leave off.