If cash flow is insufficient, use system coins to make up the difference.
This was a good deal.
In the kitchen, Zabuza and Haku, having finished their day's work, stood side by side by the sink washing dishes.
Bai had already changed out of her apron, and the sleeves of her school uniform were rolled up. Her movements were very light and careful.
Zabuza, it will be much rougher.
The plate always seemed to shatter in his hands.
As Izuna passed by, he coldly offered a reminder.
"Those are tableware, not enemies."
Zabuza's expression darkened.
"I know."
Bai couldn't help but chuckle softly.
Zabuza glanced at him but said nothing.
The water was splashing loudly.
There were no flashing knives, no smell of blood, and no sounds of pursuit in the kitchen.
The only sounds were the clatter of dishes being washed, pots and pans, and laughter coming from Hashirama in the front hall.
As Shiro lowered his head to wash the dishes, he suddenly whispered, "Mr. Zabuza."
"Um?"
"This place... is very nice."
Zabuza paused for a moment.
Bai continued, "There's no need to flee."
"No need to worry about the pursuers Kirigakure."
"You don't have to worry about dying on the next mission every day."
"There's no need to kill anyone anymore."
Zabuza remained silent for a long time.
He looked at the Utakata in the pool and lowered his voice.
"Yes."
"It's quite peaceful."
These words sounded somewhat awkward coming from the mouth of the Demon of the Hidden Mist.
But Haku could tell that Zabuza truly believed it.
Zabuza put down the plate, leaned against the sink, and spoke in a hoarse voice.
" Zhang Yu gave us a chance to exist again."
"You should remember this favor."
Bai nodded earnestly.
I will work hard.
"I'll also keep a close watch on the tavern."
Zabuza looked at him, his gaze momentarily complicated.
Don't push yourself too hard.
"This is not a battlefield."
Bai paused for a moment, then chuckled softly.
"Yes."
"I've got it."
night.
Everyone gathered in the backyard living room.
Zhang Yu brought out chilled beer and asked Izuna to prepare several plates of snacks and desserts to go with the beer.
Hashirama's eyes lit up the moment he saw the beer.
Welcome to our new company!
Zhang Yu raised his glass.
"Today, we officially welcome Zabuza and Haku to the Undead Tavern."
From now on, we'll be colleagues.
"Work when you're supposed to work, eat when you're supposed to eat."
"The tavern doesn't have many rules, but remember one."
"I'll follow the boss's instructions."
The first to echo this Hashirama.
"I'll follow the boss's instructions!"
Izuna also raised his glass.
Tobirama nodded.
Although Ban didn't say anything, he also picked up the cup.
Zabuza looked at the beer in his hand, tilted his head back, and took a big gulp.
As the icy liquor went down his throat, his Adam's apple bobbed, and the coldness on his face softened slightly.
"Good."
Hashirama immediately laughed and said, "Right?"
"The wine here is really good, boss."
Zabuza took another sip.
He used to drink strong liquor.
But this chilled beer is different.
It wasn't as impulsive, but it was very refreshing.
Especially after a busy day, a sip of this drink seems to wash away the heaviness in my chest.
Bai held the cup, but didn't move for a long time.
He looked at the Utakata beer in his glass, his expression somewhat uneasy.
Zhang Yu noticed it.
"What's wrong?"
Bai whispered, " Boss Zhang Yu, I've never drunk alcohol before."
Upon Hashirama, Hashirama immediately perked up.
"This is my first time drinking!"
Tobirama glanced at him.
"Brother, don't scare him."
Bai held the cup, her ears slightly red.
I'm worried about losing control if I get drunk.
He's been standing in this outfit all day.
Bai Guang felt a little panicked just thinking about getting drunk and losing control again.
Zhang Yu laughed and said, "The beer isn't very strong."
"You don't need to drink it all at once, just try a little."
"Today is a welcome banquet, and you are the star of the show."
"The boss is letting you have a sip; that's not making things difficult for you, is it?"
Upon hearing the words "the boss told you to," Bai immediately sat up straighter.
Employees must obey the boss's instructions.
These are the rules that Zhang Yu just mentioned today.
Bai looked down at the beer, finally mustered up the courage, and took a small sip.
The cool liquor touched the tip of the tongue, initially with a slight bitterness.
Then, the aroma of wheat and a refreshing bubbly sensation spread.
Bai's tense expression gradually relaxed.
The summer night's heat seemed to be suppressed by this sip of ice-cold beer.
He looked at the cup with some surprise.
"It seems... not as scary as I imagined."
Zhang Yu smiled.
"Certainly."
"Drink slowly."
Bai nodded gently.
I took another small bite.
This time, he wasn't as nervous.
Zabuza watched Haku drinking intently, his lips twitched, but he said nothing, only silently pushing the snacks next to him closer.
The atmosphere at the table grew increasingly lively.
Hashirama Zabuza chatted about the battle on the bridge, Madara occasionally added cold, sarcastic remarks, Tobirama steered the conversation back to normal, Izuna quietly served the food.
Zhang Yu was in a good mood when he suddenly remembered the things he had just bought in the mall.
He raised his hand and flipped it over, taking out two more new clothing gift boxes and placing them in front of Bai.
Bai was stunned.
" Boss Zhang Yu, what's this?"
"For you."
Zhang Yu smiled and said, "You did a good job today, here's two new sets of employee uniforms as a reward."
Bai looked at the gift box and had a bad feeling.
He hesitated for a long time before asking in a low voice, "Is it... a women's style?"
Zhang Yu answered frankly.
"Certainly."
"You're now the face of the Undead Tavern."
"Changes in uniforms must be provided."
Hashirama almost burst out laughing, but Tobirama glared at him and stopped him.
Ban snorted coldly.
"It suits you well."
His pale face flushed red.
He looked down at the gift box, his fingers clenching slightly.
He would definitely be very flustered if he had just changed into his first set of clothes.
But after standing at the door all day, his resistance had lessened considerably.
The guest did not laugh at him.
Zabuza- sensei did not despise him.
Boss Zhang Yu even praised his performance.
Although the outfit made him shy, it really helped the tavern attract customers.
Bai remained silent for a moment before finally accepting the gift box with both hands.
"Thank you, Boss Zhang Yu."
I will keep it safe.
Seeing his obedient and accepting attitude, Zhang Yu was even more satisfied.
very good.
The first step has been taken.
You'll get used to it gradually.
Who knows, one day Bai himself might even think that dressing in women's clothing isn't so bad.
at the same time.
Outside Konoha.
Kakashi and his group finally finished their mission in the Land of Waves and returned to their village.
Naruto was unusually quiet throughout the journey.
Sakura also kept her head down and didn't say much.
Sasuke stood with his hands in his pockets, his expression colder than usual.
They witnessed Zabuza and Haku fall with their own eyes.
The impact of that battle on them far exceeded that of ordinary missions.
Especially Naruto.
Haku's final choice Zabuza's final tears both weighed heavily on his heart.
After entering the Konoha Gate, Kakashi looked at the three students' somber expressions and sighed softly.
This is the world of ninjas.
Cruel. Direct.
They won't be any gentler towards them just because they're newcomers.
But letting them dwell on these emotions isn't a good thing either.
Kakashi closed the Icha Icha Paradise and spoke in a lazy tone.
"Alright."
"Mission complete."
"I'll treat you to some snacks tomorrow."