In the forest, Kakashi tirelessly explained his self-created ninjutsu to Sasuke: Chidori, Lightning Blade. With his own strength diminished, Sasuke was the key to completing the mission.
Although Kakashi knew that, after a period of recovery, he would completely surpass his former strength, that period of time was fatal! After all, no one knew when Zabuza would return.
After teaching Sasuke, Kakashi walked toward Naruto and Sakura. Before the great battle arrived, any increase in their odds of victory was a good thing.
After Kakashi left, Sasuke helplessly curled his lip, then sat on the ground and continued considering how to kill Danzo perfectly.
A day quickly passed. The next day, Kakashi brought everyone to the bridge and officially began the mission there. Naturally, Tazuna was the most excited about this, since the old man had been waiting impatiently for far too long.
Construction on the bridge began. During the day, Team 7 guarded against Zabuza's arrival, while at night, the three trained under Kakashi's guidance. Though they were somewhat busy, their strength was still rising rapidly.
Of course, the one who improved the most was Sasuke, who had successfully "learned" Lightning Blade. At least, that was what Kakashi believed. Sasuke had long since learned Lightning Blade; now, he could simply use it openly.
While Team 7 underwent grueling training, Zabuza and Haku stood amid a mountain range, looking toward the distant Land of Waves with complicated feelings.
"I hope you won't deceive me, Zabuza. Otherwise, I'll be preparing your funeral!"
At that moment, a man who looked like a lunatic slowly approached from behind Zabuza. Strangely enough, he carried an enormous bundle on his back, as though it concealed some secret.
"Of course. As for that Uchiha descendant, you can prepare his funeral without worry! My target is the