Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist

"The little girl from back then is here too! Come to think of it, how's that brat doing? He must have grown a lot, both in stature and reputation, by now, right?" Zabuza asked with a smile after spotting Sakura.

"That bridge was named Naruto Bridge. These days, everyone in the village calls him things like a hero and the miracle boy." Kakashi looked at Zabuza and said sincerely, "Thanks to you and Haku, Naruto found his Nindo. He even swore an oath before your grave. From that point on, he became an outstanding ninja."

"Before my grave? Are you saying Haku is still alive?" Zabuza asked, visibly agitated.

"Yes." Kakashi nodded. "The Prime Minister was nearby at the time and saved Haku. Haku now lives in a town beneath the Royal Capital and serves in the Police Department."

"The Police Department? At least that's better than being a ninja." Zabuza could not help laughing. But the next second, his body trembled, and he said gravely, "Kakashi... hurry... stop us!" As soon as he spoke, terrifying black Chakra erupted from his body, taking the form of a vicious, horrifying demon in midair.

"Fall back!" Startled, Kakashi ordered all the nearby ninja to retreat.

"Captain Kakashi, what's going on?" Kazuma Yagyu asked tensely, gripping his sword hilt. Zabuza's presence was completely different from before! He even hesitated to swing his blade.

"Without a doubt, 'Demon of the Hidden Mist' Momochi Zabuza and the other three are being controlled by someone behind the scenes," Kakashi said grimly.

"What terrifying demonic energy. So this is 'Demon of the Hidden Mist' Zabuza!" Might Guy said in surprise as he looked at the demon image above Zabuza's head.

"Guy, be careful. Zabuza's Silent Killing Technique is very powerful," Kakashi warned.

"Kakashi... no matter what... you