My Hand Speed Is Above Yours

Lin Fan's pair of scarlet eyes appeared exceptionally striking against the backdrop of the heavy, dense fog.

This also added a touch of bewitching charm to his already incredibly handsome face.

Not bad, Lin Fan, even though the one you saved was my Lightning Style: Shadow Clone.

Just then, the Kakashi shadow clone beside Lin Fan flickered with arcs of lightning before vanishing into thin air.

Kakashi, who had been hiding behind a century-old towering tree, revealed himself and spoke leisurely.

Using a shadow clone to bait the enemy into revealing their moves while hiding in the shadows to observe and analyze—it was Lord Kakashi's signature old routine.

I never expected that among you little brats, there would be someone possessing the same Sharingan as Kakashi; it seems you must be a genius.

Zabuza stood up quickly, adjusted his chin, pulled out the Kubikiribōchō, and said coldly.

There are still many things you haven't expected; are you scared just from being kicked once?

Lin Fan wore a smile and said indifferently.

Zabuza's body couldn't help but tremble slightly with excitement at this moment.

Heh heh, back when I was at the Kirigakure Ninja Academy, I also had a few genius classmates just like you.

And I always loved watching them show off their talents in front of me; do you know why that is, little brat?

Why?

Lin Fan asked calmly.

Because I knew that after the graduation exam, every single one of them would be dead.

And the sight of those geniuses kneeling on the ground, crying and begging me to spare them while being utterly helpless, is the most beautiful scene I have ever witnessed in my life.

After Zabuza finished speaking, he stuck out his tongue to lick the tip of the Kubikiribōchō, revealing his chilling, sharp teeth.

Seeing Zabuza in this state, Lin Fan couldn't help but feel a wave of chills run through him.

He truly lives up to his reputation as a formidable character in the original work who could single-handedly hold his own against the Sixth Hokage, the reincarnation of Indra, and the reincarnation of Ashura.

Such a combat record could even rival Kaguya Otsutsuki.

And this behavior and style definitely carried a hint of Orochimaru.

Lord Kakashi, just stay in front of Tazuna and eat some Military Ration Pills to recover your chakra; let me handle Zabuza for now.

Lin Fan said with a smile toward Kakashi, who was standing to the side.

As expected, have I been completely seen through by the Sharingan?

Kakashi did indeed need to recover his chakra after using the Lightning Style: Shadow Clone.

He nodded subsequently and silently returned to stand before Tazuna.

Soon, the regrouped Zabuza vanished from his spot in an instant.

The Silent Killing Technique was unleashed once again.

The next second, having used the Mist Body Flicker, he swung the Kubikiribōchō, closing in on Lin Fan's throat.

At this moment, Lin Fan used his Sharingan to clearly perceive the blade approaching him through the thin mist.

He held his Kunai and defended rapidly.

Clang! Clang!

Deafening sounds of metal clashing erupted, accompanied by dazzling sparks.

Clearly, Lin Fan was at a disadvantage when it came to their weapons.

He immediately used the Taijutsu Body Flicker to exit the range of the Kubikiribōchō, preparing for his next offensive.

Zabuza was equally relentless, using the Mist Body Flicker to quickly pursue Lin Fan's figure.

Clang! Clang!

Terrifying sounds and sparks were now erupting rapidly all throughout the misty forest.

Bang!

Bang!

Frustrated that he couldn't gain the slightest advantage while swinging the Kubikiribōchō, Zabuza grew desperate and kicked directly at Lin Fan's abdomen.

At the same time, Lin Fan used his Sharingan to copy Zabuza's movement, kicking back at him with an identical strike.

Soon, both of them were sent flying backward, sliding a long distance across the ground before finally coming to a stop.

Pfft!

Lin Fan collapsed in front of Kakashi and the others, spitting out a small mouthful of blood.

Lin Fan, how are you feeling?

Kakashi immediately came to Lin Fan's side and asked with concern.

I'm fine; Zabuza's injuries should be much more severe than mine.

Lin Fan climbed directly up from the ground and wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth.

He then looked at the Kunai in his hand, which had been chipped by the Kubikiribōchō, and couldn't help but let out a wry smile.

At this moment, the pain in his abdomen gradually spread throughout his entire body.

As expected, the strength of Zabuza as an elite Jonin was far greater than any enemy he had encountered before, with the exception of Kakashi.

On the other side, Zabuza had already collapsed onto the surface of the lake.

The surrounding lake water had been dyed a bright crimson by the large amount of blood he had spat out.

Lin Fan's Konoha Style Taijutsu had long since reached the maximum level.

Coupled with a 100% Taijutsu boost, that single kick had directly snapped several of Zabuza's ribs.

Thud.

Zabuza then used the Kubikiribōchō in his hand to stab into the lake surface for leverage, only then slowly standing up.

"I must admit, you are indeed the most gifted among all the geniuses I have ever seen."

"But the harder you struggle, the stronger I become."

"Kneel down, weep, and beg for my forgiveness, for nothing awaits you now but death."

As soon as his voice fell, the sky-blue chakra within his body surged rapidly.

He then pressed his palms together and began to move them with lightning speed.

Ox-Monkey-Hare-Rat-Boar-Bird-Ox.

"Water Style: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"

Soon, a water-colored dragon of rage rose slowly from behind Zabuza in response to his call.

It then carried an aura as if to destroy the heavens and the earth, roaring as it charged toward Lin Fan.

Not good!

Kakashi had clearly sensed the threat of this move.

With his hands pressed together, he prepared to form the Earth Style seals to defend against Zabuza's attack.

"Earth Style: Earth Wall!"

But before Kakashi could finish his seals, a sharp shout rang out.

It was Lin Fan again.

Kakashi saw him finish his seals and slam his hands directly onto the ground.

A massive earthen wall, shaped like a giant fist with a middle finger extended upward, rose directly from the ground.

It stood firmly in front of the four members of Team 7 and Tazuna.

Boom!

This sturdy Earth Style: Earth Wall completely blocked the ferocious strike of the Water Dragon Bullet.

The Water Dragon Bullet then dissipated, turning into two streams of water that flowed rapidly away past their feet.

"Nani?"

Zabuza clearly had not expected Lin Fan to know an Earth Style defensive ninjutsu as well.

Lin Fan smiled, then used a Body Flicker technique to stand on the lake surface directly opposite Zabuza.

"Brat, don't get too cocky; I still have other ninjutsu."

Zabuza immediately pressed his palms together, preparing to weave seals once more.

Tiger-Ox-Monkey-Hare-Rat-Boar.

At this moment, Lin Fan's eyes flickered, and he began to weave seals as well.

Tiger-Ox-Monkey-Hare-Rat-Boar.

Seeing Lin Fan's hand signs, Zabuza was completely dumbfounded.

It wasn't just that he was weaving the exact same seals; it was that Lin Fan's speed was several times faster than his own.

Could his hand speed, honed over twenty-six years of bachelorhood, actually lose to a teenager?

Could it be that the Sharingan doesn't just copy the enemy's ninjutsu, but can also see through the enemy's thoughts?

Zabuza was struck with sudden terror.

The next second, Zabuza discovered that another version of himself had appeared beside Lin Fan.

"You guessed right; my hand speed is superior to yours."

Lin Fan said with a smile on his face.

Naruto: Starting with Infinite Skill Points by Shenqi Xiao Sima