Sasuke Also Wants to Show Off

Swish~

Whoosh~

Zabuza leaped down, intending to settle the score with Naruto, but Kakashi blocked him.

He could only question Naruto from a distance, "Brat, where did you put my greatsword?"

The Kubikiribōchō was his closest companion. Having it lost by the yellow-haired kid in front of him made Zabuza feel like he could eat Naruto alive.

"I don't know." How would he know where the recovered item went?

Why don't you ask the System Brother?

Besides, you've already paid for it, do you want a refund now?

Facing Zabuza's ravenous gaze, Naruto scoffed even more.

You think that look can scare me?

Even the Nine-Tails gets beaten around by my Wood Release, Uchiha Madara gets his head smashed in by me, and Li Ning's stitches came undone from a beating.

Your gaze has zero killing power, it's like you're just acting cute.

Glancing at his companions, Naruto suddenly had an idea.

He deliberately shouted to draw aggro, "Don't rush, big brother who sent the rocket, I am Qin Shi Huang. Consider this greatsword your investment, and when I..."

Before he could finish, Kakashi pulled him back.

Kakashi glared at him. Although he didn't understand what Naruto was saying, he wished Naruto would just shut up. The opponent was already filled with hatred for them, and he should be careful not to be targeted.

"Isn't this a rogue ninja from Kirigakure—Momochi Zabuza?"

Kakashi completely blocked Zabuza's gaze with his body and, at the same time, took over the conversation.

Upon hearing this, Naruto immediately perked up.

Here it comes, here it comes!

The polite exchange between ninjas. This time, Naruto was going to study every frame.

He would definitely need this kind of thing in the future.

"If I'm not mistaken, you're the famous Sharingan Kakashi. It's been a long time since I've seen a Sharingan," Zabuza said nonchalantly.

As expected of a veteran ninja who had been around the block, his ability to regulate his emotions was terrifying. It was as if the one who had lost his greatsword in a fit of rage wasn't him, but some stranger named 'Zabuza'.

However.

Sharingan Kakashi?

Naruto looked up at Kakashi in confusion. To his surprise, the left eye, which had always been covered by his forehead protector, was now revealed. Inside was a Sharingan, and it was a Three Tomoe!

"You seem eager to see the Sharingan?"

Sasuke also found an excuse to activate his Sharingan. His Two Tomoe Sharingan stared at Zabuza without any fear.

Naruto had already stolen the spotlight, but he, Uchiha Sasuke, wasn't going to be left behind.

So cool, Sasuke!

Sasuke's cool pose actually worked. Sakura, who had been intimidated by the killing intent, immediately turned into a fangirl.

However.

Naruto looked around and suddenly realized something was wrong.

He had Sharingan Kakashi in front of him and Sharingan Sasuke behind him.

Maybe, to fit in, I should activate my Sharingan too?

"So it's the last of the Uchiha."

Zabuza recognized Sasuke at a glance. After all, the destruction of the Uchiha clan was such a sensational event in the ninja world that if there were trending topics, it would have dominated the headlines for at least a month.

Zabuza wasn't living in a secluded mountain cave, so naturally, he knew about it.

He swept his gaze over everyone on the opposite side and said coldly, "Sorry, I don't have time to chat. Hand over the old man quickly."

"Oh, and this brat too." Zabuza suddenly pointed at Naruto. This brat was too detestable. If he didn't torture him to find out the whereabouts of the Kubikiribōchō, Zabuza felt he would die of anger.

So he really is here for Tazuna?

Kakashi automatically ignored the latter part, confirming his guess. But with the enemy in front of them, now wasn't the time for questioning.

"Stop looking, Naruto. Retreat to the back and form a Diamond Formation to protect Mr. Tazuna." After a warning, Kakashi drew a kunai, his eyes more serious than ever.

Have the opposing sides skipped the negotiation phase and gone straight into combat?

Noting this, Naruto replied, "Teacher Kakashi, I can fight too!"

Kakashi considered the suggestion and refused.

He wasn't worried about Naruto and Sasuke's ability to protect themselves.

He was afraid that the two of them had never experienced a battle against a Jonin. Such a brutal fight wasn't child's play. If they performed poorly and lost their lives due to an accident, it would be a huge loss for Konoha.

"You two, don't join the fight yet. Don't worry, I'll protect you with my life."

"Huh?"

Naruto was quite disappointed. Were they just supposed to protect Mr. Tazuna?

Even the seasoned Jonin Kakashi was so serious, ready to fight desperately. Was this Zabuza really that strong?

"Enough idle talk for now. I still need to take care of the old man first, and then get my sword back." Zabuza had been active in the ninja world for years. He excelled at killing in the mist, and no one he intended to kill had ever escaped him.

He noticed that among the few present, only Kakashi with the Sharingan seemed troublesome.

"However, Kakashi, it looks like I have to take care of you first."

Zabuza casually sized up Kakashi, looking for an opening to strike.

His hand instinctively went to his sword, only to find empty air. He could only draw a kunai.

Glancing again at the vigilant blonde kid next to Tazuna, Zabuza's eyes sharpened.

Swish~

Zabuza leaped, suddenly disappearing from everyone's sight.

"On the water."

The sharp-eyed Sakura spotted Zabuza.

Everyone looked and saw Zabuza with one hand raised and the other forming hand seals.

The water surface began to ripple, and countless water vapor particles rose from the water. Soon, the air was filled with mist, and at the same time, Zabuza himself vanished.

Seeing this, Kakashi suddenly took a few steps forward, approaching the water's edge.

"Teacher Kakashi!" Sakura said, very worried.

"His target is definitely me. You guys be careful."

Kakashi comforted the three without looking back. He already had a general idea of how this battle would go, so he chose to advance alone, separating from the team.

"The mist contains chakra."

Naruto suddenly warned, though the amount of chakra was far inferior to his, both in quantity and quality.

As a Sensory Ninja, Naruto reminded again, "Teacher Kakashi, ten meters to your front left, on the tree."

"Oh!"

This reminder made Kakashi truly appreciate having a Sensory Ninja on the team.

"The opponent is jumping, constantly moving around."

"I really underestimated you, kid. It seems my first target must be you!"

Zabuza's voice echoed from all around.

"Be careful, Naruto!"

Hearing this, Sasuke immediately warned Naruto. His high profile was too attention-grabbing and would surely draw fire.

Swish~

Clang~

A kunai flew out of the thick mist, but was blocked by a kunai thrown by Naruto.

"Excellent! Now it's my turn!"

Naruto took out a shuriken, rubbed it, and it split into six.

"Sasuke!"

Shouting, Naruto threw the shuriken.

"Understood!"

Sasuke instantly understood Naruto's intention. He also wanted to try his hand. This killing intent wasn't something an ordinary person possessed. The thought of fighting someone like this made him excited.

Thump~

Thump~

Thump~

Without the enhancement of Wind Release, the shuriken's speed was average. They didn't hit Zabuza, only leaving black marks on the trees.

However, this forced Zabuza to keep jumping around, dodging the incoming shuriken.

"Kid, I want to see how many more shuriken you have!"

"Haha." Naruto almost burst out laughing.

What a coincidence! He had plenty of everything, especially shuriken.

A random draw from the shop could give him cold weapons like shuriken and kunai, and his inventory was so full he couldn't fit any more.

He could throw them endlessly!

I, Naruto, promise I won't stop until I've tired you to death!

In his senses, Zabuza suddenly changed direction.

"Here he comes," Naruto exclaimed.

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