Kakashi's Heart of Vengeance!
Not only was Konoha's White Fang silent, but even Senju Tobirama found his thoughts in turmoil. He couldn't help but question the choices of the disciple he once trained.
[Senju Tobirama]: Sigh… I really shouldn't have let him become Hokage.
[Konoha Salted Fish]: Do you think your other apprentices were any better?
[Senju Tobirama]: What the—?! How did I end up teaching a bunch of fools who only know how to stir up conflicts?
[Konoha Salted Fish]: Alright, let's get back to talking about White Fang. Since he made a mistake, Sarutobi Hiruzen definitely wouldn't miss such an opportunity.
[Konoha Salted Fish]: So, he let the news spread that White Fang's mission had failed, causing severe losses for Konoha! Then, he had some shinobi manipulate public opinion, stirring up the emotions of the villagers and turning them against him.
[Konoha Salted Fish]: A group of ignorant villagers, who knew nothing of the truth, only heard rumors. They quickly labeled White Fang as Konoha's traitor, completely forgetting that he was once hailed as a hero of the village!
[Konoha Salted Fish]: In the end, even the very people he saved turned against him, delivering the final blow. Just as Sarutobi Hiruzen had planned, White Fang ultimately chose to take his own life.
[Konoha Salted Fish]: Tsk tsk… a flawless scheme—killing a hero without even lifting a blade!
[Third Raikage]: The scorn of the villagers, the betrayal of his comrades… from Konoha's greatest hero to its most hated sinner. Such a fall could break even the strongest of men.
[Uchiha Madara]: Heh! The greatest at deception and manipulation… Tobirama, this is the brilliant apprentice you trained? Just as scheming as you!
[Senju Tobirama]: Nonsense!! I never sacrificed Konoha's heroes for political gain!
[Uchiha Izuna]: Heh… sure you didn't…
[Senju Tobirama]: Don't start with me, Izuna! I never played those underhanded tricks against you!
[Fourth Kazekage—Rasa]: So this is the so-called strongest village in the ninja world? What an eye-opener.
[Fifth Mizukage—Mei Terumi]: With a leader like this, Konoha is doomed sooner or later…
[Konoha Salted Fish]: Alright, I've said my piece. I'll leave this discussion to you guys!
[Fifth Mizukage—Mei Terumi]: Wait, Administrator! Don't you want this Forbidden Jutsu?
[Konoha Salted Fish]: I have no interest in bringing anyone back… Why would I need this technique? Besides, it doesn't truly revive people anyway.
[Fifth Mizukage—Mei Terumi]: Not a real resurrection? What do you mean by that?
[Konoha Salted Fish]: Ugh, too much hassle to explain… Just think of it like this: the soul of the deceased is bound to a vessel, turning them into little more than puppets.
[Konoha Salted Fish]: And this technique requires both the remains of the dead and a living sacrifice to work!
Fifth Mizukage, Terumi Mei: "Then I don't want it either. I have long thought that this technique is far too sinister!"
Third Raikage, A: "I'm already satisfied knowing that Ai and Killer Bee are carrying on our will. I refuse to be resurrected. Sacrificing a living person for this? It's unacceptable! The Cloud Shinobi will not take part in this!"
Fourth Kazekage, Rasa: "This isn't the kind of resurrection I would ever want. The Sand Shinobi refuse as well!"
[Konoha Salted Fish]: "Kakashi, answer this question!"
Hatake Kakashi: "…Why me?"
[Konoha Salted Fish]: "Don't you want your father to take revenge?"
Hatake Kakashi: "Thank you, Administrator. Then I will answer. The one responsible for Konoha's White Fang's death… is the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen!"
[Ding! Congratulations to the answerer Hatake Kakashi for answering correctly! Reward: Forbidden Technique—Reanimation Jutsu!]
As the system announcement faded, everyone snapped back to reality. All eyes turned to Kakashi.
"Kakashi-sensei…"
Naruto scratched his head, his expression filled with concern. He wasn't sure what to say.
"I'm fine. Don't worry about me," Kakashi reassured them. "Alright, let's head back."
The bridge was nearly complete, and with Gato dead, there was no longer any need for them to stand guard.
After bidding farewell to Tazuna, Kakashi led Naruto and the others back to Tazuna's house.
However, as they arrived, Kakashi frowned—Zabuza was still there.
Before Kakashi could speak, Zabuza broke the silence.
"Kakashi, if you seek revenge… I can help you."
Kakashi's eyes narrowed. He hadn't expected Zabuza to offer assistance.
"I've been hired by Lord Kaito," Zabuza continued. "That means, in a way, I'm also on your side now. I saw what happened to your father… A hero shouldn't be treated like that."
Kakashi was silent for a moment before nodding.
"Thank you… but this is something I must handle myself."
A cold glint flashed in Kakashi's eyes. Seeing his resolve, Zabuza did not press further.