"Sakura, it's okay now."
"But Teacher Kakashi, Teacher Kakashi he..."
"Yo~ How about me?"
Kakashi suddenly appeared behind Sakura, giving her a big scare.
"But why? Clearly, Teacher already..."
She looked again at the position of Kakashi's "body", where there was no flesh but only some ordinary wood chips.
"I knew that with Teacher Kakashi's strength, he would never let these two succeed so easily!"
Tazuna breathed a sigh of relief on the side. Fortunately, they had got through this danger without any real harm.
"But Teacher, why did you pretend to be killed?"
"That's because I wanted to confirm who the target of the assassins who came this time was. What do you say, Mr. Tazuna?"
Under Kakashi's intense gaze, Tazuna finally told the truth.
"Now that it's come to this, I can't hide it anymore. Actually, someone wants my life."
"Who?"
"Gatō of the shipping company!"
"Eh! That world - famous super - rich man?!"
Mentioning this person, Kakashi's face changed.
"On the surface, he's a big boss, but privately, he uses ninjas to smuggle drugs and contraband. He's a vicious and evil guy. A year ago, he took control of the shipping in this island country. Once the transportation hub is controlled, it means controlling the country's financial resources and the people. But the only thing Gatō fears is the bridge under construction."
"Why is he afraid of a bridge? Will the bridge transform and eat him?"
"Once the bridge starts operating, people will have a way to communicate with the outside world, and the way to earn money will no longer be single, so they can get rid of Gatō's control!"
"Of course, I lied to you in advance. After landing, you can just let me leave alone. Then I'll be killed by Gatō on the way. It doesn't matter. Only my poor daughter and grandson will cry for me, and then they'll resent the Konoha ninjas for the rest of their lives!"
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Damn it! This old man is actually morally blackmailing them!
The assassins failed this time, and they will definitely send Jonin next time. But looking into Tazuna's eyes and thinking about the moral pressure he would bear in the future, Kakashi still gritted his teeth and agreed!
Well, let's cross the bridge when we come to it. Which ninja's growth isn't accompanied by the trials of blood and tears? Take this opportunity to let the three of them see the world and find out how big the gap is between them and other ninjas outside.
"Ah~ Really can't help it. Then let's do a good deed all the way to the end!"
Kakashi drooped his face, looking helpless, while Tazuna made a V - sign.
"Don't worry! With me, the future Hokage, you'll definitely be okay!"
"The future Hokage? If possible, I still hope the current Hokage can step in!"
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This old man doesn't pay much but has a lot of requests!
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Everyone got off the boat and landed on the shore. But since they had just experienced an attack, everyone was on high alert, especially Naruto.
He shook his head and looked around. There was nothing he could do; he just couldn't master the Sensor technique.
In a split second, Kakashi's face changed. He shouted at everyone.
"Get down!"
A huge Cleaver Sword swept over the spot where they had just been and slashed hard at a nearby tree.
When they looked up again, a man with bandages was standing on the sword, looking down at them with a killing look.
"You're Zabuza Momochi of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist!"
"Oh, it's really an honor to be remembered by Kakashi of the Sharingan!"
Damn it. Although he had expected it to be a Jonin, he didn't expect it to be so tricky.
He removed the Forehead Protector covering his eyes, revealing the Sharingan underneath.
"Hey, is Teacher Kakashi also from the Uchiha clan like Sasuke?"
"No, but he's really good!"
"Sasuke, Naruto, Sakura, you three form a cross formation and guard Mr. Tazuna!"
Zabuza was incredibly fast. In the blink of an eye, he suddenly appeared among the three, about to swing his sword at them.
"Clang!"
Kakashi rushed over with a Kunai in his hand and instantly struck Zabuza with a backhand blow, but his figure dissipated like a water mist.
"This is the Water Clone Jutsu!"
"That's right!"
Zabuza's figure flashed and he also arrived behind Kakashi, slashing at his neck fiercely.
The two fought back and forth using the clone techniques. Zabuza skillfully seized the opportunity and gave Kakashi a flying back kick, kicking his figure several meters away. The real Zabuza, who had been waiting there, formed a Hand Seal with both hands.
"Water Release: Water Prison Technique"
Just as he landed and hadn't steadied himself, Kakashi was tightly wrapped by a round water ball. There was no air in the water ball, so he could only hold his breath and struggle with all his might.
"Give up, Kakashi. My Water Prison Technique can never be broken from the inside!"
He turned his head and saw the three little brats in front, sneering contemptuously.
"You pampered kids should experience the cruelty of the ninja world!"
Saying that, he controlled the water prison with one hand and formed a Hand Seal with the other, creating a water clone.
Seeing this exciting scene, Naruto asked in confusion.
"Sasuke, why does this fierce - looking uncle think we can't even beat one of his clones?"
Naruto was quite dissatisfied that the enemy underestimated his strength so much.
"Who knows? Maybe he's stupid?"
"You sharp - tongued brats, enjoy your smart - aleck talk while you can!"
Sasuke curled his lips and smiled.
"Mr. Zabuza, if there's a next time, please investigate your enemy's background before attacking. Otherwise, you're likely to lose to the pampered kids you described like this time!"
"Naruto!"
"Okay! Shadow Clone Jutsu"
Naruto instantly created six clones. This really took Zabuza by surprise. He didn't expect this seemingly stupid kid to know such a high - level Ninjutsu.
Naruto's six clones surrounded Zabuza's clone from different directions and engaged in Taijutsu combat.
Advanced clones like Shadow Clone Jutsu distribute the original body's Chakra evenly among the clones. The more clones there are, the less Chakra each clone gets.
Zabuza only had one clone, and the Chakra Reserves Amount of his clone gave him an edge. However, Naruto used his numerical advantage and high - degree cooperation to fight Zabuza to a standstill.
"Naruto, you've had enough fun. It's time to get serious. If you keep messing around, Teacher Kakashi will really drown in the water!"
Hearing this, Naruto didn't waste any more time. Two of his clones held back the Water Clone Jutsu, while the remaining four clones and his original body attacked Zabuza's original body.
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