Don't Cut and White Again!
Zabuza Momochi believed he was strong enough to handle Kakashi Hatake, but he still struggled slightly against Kaito.
Of course, things would be different if he obtained the Mangekyō Sharingan. He had also seen that towering figure in the sky, further proving the power such an ability held.
So he thought—if he possessed the Mangekyō, he would undoubtedly be able to defeat Kaito.
However, if he had to fight two opponents at once, even the Mangekyō might not be enough.
Since he couldn't obtain the Mangekyō himself, the best option was to give it to Haku instead.
1. With the Mangekyō, Haku's strength would drastically increase. Whether he faced Kakashi alone or Kaito alone, victory would be certain.
2. Zabuza could focus on stalling the other enemy, buying time until Haku won his battle and returned to assist him. A two-on-one scenario would make things much easier.
3. Haku had been by his side for so long, unwavering and loyal, but his strength still had limitations. Giving him the Mangekyō would significantly enhance his power, ensuring his survival in future battles.
4. As Zabuza glanced at Haku's delicate, almost ethereal face, he swallowed hard. Since he had no plans to marry anyway, if Haku… well, maybe it wasn't entirely impossible.
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Meanwhile, in the group chat, Fourth Raikage Ay finally lost his patience.
[Fourth Raikage Ay]: Since no one is answering, I'll do it!
[Fourth Raikage Ay]: Haha! Don't be jealous when I get the Mangekyō!
[Fourth Raikage Ay]: System, my answer is—Haku is a woman!
As soon as Fourth Raikage answered, the chat erupted into chaos, everyone eagerly waiting for the system's judgment.
[Ding! Incorrect answer! Answerer Ay will be stripped of the jutsu: "Lightning Release: Lariat."]
[Fourth Raikage Ay]: ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! MY LARIAT!!!
[Senju Tobirama]: Laughing to death. This is what happens when you ignore the wisdom of your elders.
[Third Raikage]: Ay! Why do you always act so recklessly?
[Third Tsuchikage Onoki]: Wait… Haku isn't a girl?!
[Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi]: This is ridiculous! Someone that beautiful… is actually a man?
[Fourth Kazekage Rasa]: I always believed in the Second Hokage's wisdom, but this truth is hard to accept.
[Third Raikage]: Agreed…
[Uchiha Madara]: "Hmph. This old man has seen many things in his lifetime, but this… If we're talking about appearances alone, I, Uchiha Madara, would say this person surpasses even most women!"
[Senju Hashirama]: "Madara… can't you phrase that a little better?"
[Uchiha Izuna]: "I never expected… that I'd be wrong!"
[Senju Tobirama]: "Izuna, is now the time to regret not digging your eyes out?"
[Uchiha Izuna]: "Heh! I'm already dead. Where would I even find my eyes?"
[Senju Tobirama]: "You…"
The legendary figures were so stunned by Haku's gender revelation that they momentarily forgot the original question.
[Haku]: "If you're all that curious, let me clarify—it's 'he.' I am a man!"
As the debate over Haku's gender reached its peak, the person in question suddenly appeared in the chat group, responding decisively.
[Ding! Correct answer! Congratulations to the answerer 'Haku' for receiving the reward: Mangekyō Sharingan!]
[Fourth Raikage, A]: "WHAT?! Haku answered himself?!"
[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: "Tch. Did the system just let him claim the prize for his own question? That's cheating!"
[Fifth Mizukage, Mei Terumi]: "Wait… so you really are a man? Are you sure?"
[Uchiha Madara]: "The old man is curious as well. Why are you a man?"
[Senju Tobirama]: "What kind of ridiculous question is that? The system literally confirmed it already!"
[Fifth Mizukage, Mei Terumi]: "You don't get it, Tobirama… It's just… difficult to accept!"
[Uchiha Izuna]: "Agreed. Someone that beautiful… it's just too shocking that he's a man!"
[Senju Tobirama]: "I think it's you who are strange, right…?"
Seeing a group of powerful figures arguing in the chat group, Haku was too frightened to speak and immediately left.
"Haku, did you get it?"
As soon as Haku snapped back to reality, Zabuza Momochi stepped forward impatiently, his usual rough voice carrying a rare hint of urgency.
"Yes, Zabuza-sama!"
Haku turned around, closing his eyes briefly. When they opened again, they had transformed—his once-gentle gaze now burned a deep crimson, and his pupils had morphed into the distinct pattern of the Mangekyō Sharingan.
Zabuza felt a rare chill crawl up his spine. Haku had always been an elegant and composed presence by his side, but with those eerie eyes, his already ethereal beauty took on an otherworldly intensity.
"Cough, cough! Alright, let's move, Haku."
Clearing his throat to shake off the strange feeling creeping over him, Zabuza turned swiftly, striding toward the door with a deliberate pace.
He needed to focus—any more time spent staring at Haku like this, and he wasn't sure what unsettling thoughts might arise.
"Understood, Zabuza-sama!"
Watching him hurry off, Haku assumed his master was simply eager to reclaim the Executioner's Blade. Smiling faintly, he quickened his pace to follow.