Ch. 121A Business Delivered Right to His Door
Key Plot Points and Events
- Haku encounters a group of Iwagakure ninja camped near the Kannabi Bridge, seemingly waiting for something.
- Haku discovers that killing White Zetsu increases his Energy Points, and proceeds to kill several for this purpose.
- Haku receives a message from Uchiha Yu via Black Zetsu, revealing that the Iwagakure ninja are there to distract Konoha while Madara Uchiha completes his objective. They will only attack once Madara is done.
- Haku demands compensation from Madara Uchiha for delaying his action against the Iwagakure ninja, requesting an equal number of White Zetsu in exchange for his inaction.
- Haku waits for three days, contemplating whether to warn Minato Namikaze but ultimately deciding against it.
Character Developments
- Haku demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking by negotiating with Madara Uchiha and understanding the bigger picture.
- Haku shows a single-minded focus on increasing his power, even if it means killing White Zetsu for a small Energy Points boost.
Significant Themes
- Power and Ambition: Haku's desire to increase his strength and Madara Uchiha's ambition to complete his objective.
- Manipulation and Control: Madara Uchiha's manipulation of the Iwagakure ninja and Haku's negotiation to control the situation to his advantage.
- Delay and Patience: Haku's decision to wait and see how events unfold rather than acting immediately.
Character Interactions
- Haku and White Zetsu: Haku kills several White Zetsu to increase his Energy Points, showing no mercy.
- Haku and Uchiha Yu (via Black Zetsu): They exchange information, with Haku negotiating with Madara Uchiha through Uchiha Yu.
- Haku and Madara Uchiha (indirectly): Haku essentially extorts Madara Uchiha for compensation, showing no fear of his power.