Naruto: Two opponents versus Naruto, Konoha panics!

Might Guy: "Truly my eternal rival!"

Kakashi Hatake: "..."

Okay, it's my turn.

It shouldn't be like this world, right?

That would be so embarrassing!

He was almost killed by Zabuza in a one-on-one fight.

In the end, it was only thanks to Naruto's flash of inspiration that he was able to break free from the Water Prison Technique.

Okay, while it's unlikely I'd actually get solo killed, it would be really tough to do that in front of the entire Ninja World...

What?!

Sasuke was stunned.

[I suspect I'm seeing things.]

However, when he looked again, his pupils suddenly contracted.

[Sharingan!]

[Kakashi's left eye...how can it be a Sharingan?!]

【"snort."】

"Copy Ninja Kakashi Hatake, is this the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan?"

Zabuza wasn't surprised by this, but he was somewhat interested in the Sharingan.

[Replicating Ninjas...]

Yes, I should have thought of that!

Sasuke's expression was complex.

Zabuza's lips curled into a sneer.

"It certainly looks somewhat unusual, but if that's all there is to it, it's a bit disappointing."

Still provoking?!

Kakashi narrowed his eyes.

"Since that's the case, I'll defeat you first, then have some fun with those low-ranking ninjas."

[As he spoke, Zabuza formed a hand seal with one hand, then raised one arm.]

"Ninja Art: Hidden Mist Technique!"

【Om—】

[The instant Zabuza finished speaking.]

[Chakra Burst.]

Then the surrounding fog thickened visibly.

【thump--】

[The moment the thick fog completely obscured Zabuza's figure.]

Zabuza transformed into a puddle of water, merging into the surface beneath his feet.

Seeing this, Sakura rubbed her hands together, eager to fight, while Naruto raised his hand.

"Naruto, put your finger down!"

Kakashi said without turning his head.

"Being your mentor, a Jonin... isn't just a title!"

【"let me!"】

Naruto: "..."

Sakura also paused in her tracks.

Seeing that Naruto had stopped moving, she stopped charging and, carrying the Executioner's Blade, went to Tazuna's side.

[Swastika pattern.]

[No need for Kakashi's reminder.]

[Class 7 naturally formed a battle formation.]

Protect Tazna in the middle of the team.

However.

In just a short while, the fog had thickened to the point where you couldn't see your hand in front of your face.

Kakashi's expression was serious.

Stay focused in case of any unexpected situation.

Naruto found it somewhat amusing; Kakashi seemed eager to show off.

Let him perform then.

He then glanced at Sasuke, whose expression was complex.

["It still needs to grow."]

My mind is in turmoil.

He shook his head.

[Then she looked at Sakura, who was multitasking.]

She toyed with the executioner's blade while keeping an eye on her surroundings.

[Regarding multitasking, Naruto admits that Sakura is the most outstanding among his friends.]

Of course, Sakura herself hid it very well, not revealing her secret of having two personalities.

[In the words of another personality (Sakura-kun).]

[I'll give Naruto a surprise in the future.]

Kakashi felt the gaze on his back.

[He sighed helplessly.]

However, it's necessary to clarify something now.

"Be careful, Zabuza Momochi is no ordinary enemy; he's an S-rank rogue ninja from Kirigakure."

"Famous for his silent killings, he served as the captain of the Hidden Mist Ninja's assassination squad back in Kirigakure!"

"If you let your guard down, Zabuza will sever your head in the next second!"

"Kakashi-sensei, the Executioner's Blade is in my hands," Sakura replied.

Kakashi: "..."

"The same goes for kunai!"

"Also, Sasuke, although I possess the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan, I cannot fully utilize its abilities... We'll discuss this later!"

Upon hearing this, Sasuke, who had been somewhat unsettled, immediately regained his composure.

The current situation is indeed not suitable for discussing these matters.

"Eight locations... throat, spine, lungs, liver, carotid artery and subclavian vein, kidneys, heart..."

Zabuza's voice came from all directions.

Thick fog has blanketed the area, making it difficult to discern directions.

Which position are you planning to choose?

【boom--】

The instant he finished speaking, Zabuza unleashed his killing intent.

"Or are you planning to try them one by one?"

"Or should I choose both?!"

【"Hehe~"】

[A murderous aura erupts.]

Tazna completely backed down.

He plopped down on the ground, filled with despair.

Sakura, carrying the Executioner's Blade, waved it around, but found the mist couldn't be dispersed.

Of course, it was also a deliberate act of creating a loophole.

Zabuza, however, did not make a move.

[The murderous aura definitely affected her; otherwise, Sakura wouldn't have deliberately created an opening at a time like this.]

Naruto is naturally unharmed.

【murderous look?】

Compared to the great fox, this is nothing.

However.

Sasuke, however, was startled.

[I was terrified by Zabuza's murderous aura.]

Kakashi had been keeping an eye on the three of them.

[It seems Sasuke's condition is still not quite right.]

[Therefore, he also released his killing intent.]

In terms of killing intent, Kakashi is in no way inferior to Zabuza, who emerged from the Blood Mist.

And the quality is even higher!

Zabuza is more like a self-satisfied fellow who cowers in Kirigakure, looking down on the world from the bottom of a well.

Kakashi is a ninja who participated in the Fourth Shinobi World War and earned his reputation through battle.

Unbeknownst to them, Zabuza and Kakashi's killing intent clashed in mid-air.

For the time being, it was difficult to determine a winner.

However, this is going to be tough on Sasuke.

Sakura is doing a bit better.

With Naruto by her side, she wasn't significantly affected.

But Sasuke was breathing rapidly, terrified by the power of Kakashi and Zabuza.

This awakened the deepest, most fearful and resentful memories within.

That man... that man's murderous aura was just like that!

[Facing such terrifying killing intent for the first time, Sasuke uncontrollably tried to sense it.]

Ultimately, this only fueled his despair, causing his body to tremble even more violently.

"Sasuke!"

Just as Sasuke was about to break down, Kakashi suddenly shouted.

Then, Kakashi turned around and looked at Sasuke, whose expression was complex.

"Don't worry, I will protect you with my life."

[As he spoke, a smile appeared on his face.]

Sasuke woke up instantly, his back soaked with cold sweat.

However, just as Kakashi finished speaking...

No, it should be said, it was the moment Kakashi turned around.

Zabuza appeared before him.

"Use your mouth to protect yourself?"

【"die!"】

[Pfft—]

In an instant, a kunai pierced Kakashi's neck.

【"Hehe~"】

"That's all there is to it."

Zabuza grinned maliciously at Naruto.

Their eyes met.

Naruto was taken aback.

[No, I seem to be relying too much on the perception of malice.]

[There is another person hiding in this thick fog.]

[No malicious intent?]

[Friend or foe?]

Naruto frowned, reflecting on his actions.

[He didn't pay any attention to Zabuza.]

At this moment, Zabuza noticed something amiss.

Looking down, he noticed a kunai was now resting against his neck.

[And Kakashi, who was supposed to be dead, is gone.]

"Yeah, nothing special."

[Illusion?]

When?

Sharingan?

That's interesting.

However, the Hidden Mist Technique is my domain!

[The advantage lies with me!]