Naomi, Satsuki, Keara and Hinata were on track to the leaf village as Rin and Kakashi were busy talking with Tazuna who info them of a evil tyrant named Gato.
So let me get this straight there is a guy named Gato who is forcing your village into getting bankrupted and there is nothing you cannot do about it" Rin asked.
Yes Gato has many thugs on his side so its almost impossible to engage him in battle" Tazuna said.
This mission might not be easy" Kakashi said.
Don't worry, Kakashi-sensei! We can take on anything!" Naomi chimed in, her spirit impossible to dampen.
Let's just hope we don't run into trouble," Rin added, her expression serious. "The Wave Country isn't a stroll in the park, especially with rumors of rogue ninjas."
As they continued into the dense forest of the Wave Country, a heavy mist began to creep along the ground, thickening with each step they took. "It's getting pretty foggy," Hinata said, her Byakugan activated, scanning the area for any signs of danger.
Stay alert everyone, this mist is unnatural," Satsuki warned, her hand hovering near her kunai pouch. Just as she spoke, Kakashi suddenly froze, his Sharingan activating as he sensed something in the air.
Down!" he shouted, dropping low to the ground. The team quickly followed suit. In that moment, a massive sword sliced through the air overhead, barely missing Naomi's head. They cowered, adrenaline coursing through their veins.
As they looked up, a chilling laugh echoed through the mist—deep and resonant. Emerging from the fog stood Zabuza Momochi, the legendary Demon of the Mist, his imposing figure etched against the dull gray backdrop. The wicked gleam in his eyes sent shivers down the spines of the young ninjas.
Well, well, if it isn't a bunch of little ninja deciding to play hero," Zabuza said, his voice dripping with disdain. "I have a job to do, and your little escort mission is about to be cut short."
Kakashi rose to his feet, positioning himself protectively in front of Tazuna, who was wide-eyed and trembling at the sight of the infamous assassin. "You won't lay a finger on him, Zabuza. We won't let you," Kakashi stated firmly, but he knew the man was powerful and cunning.
Quite the talk for such a ragtag team," Zabuza mocked, spinning his sword casually. "But let's see if you're even worth my time."
Naomi felt a fire igniting within her; the urge to protect Tazuna bubbled deep inside her. "I can take him, Kakashi-sensei! I'll show him my Lava Release!" she exclaimed, her fists clenched tight, ready to unleash her abilities.
Be careful, Naomi!" Rin called out, hesitant but admiring her determination.
Before they could make a move, the mist thickened even further, and a second figure emerged—Haku, Zabuza's loyal companion. "Zabuza-sensei, we should eliminate the bridge builder quickly. He's just a hindrance," Haku suggested, his voice calm and collected.
Satsuki, Hinata and Keara jumped in too help Naomi as Rin and Kakashi stayed back to guard Tazuna as they were curious on how their team will handle Zabuza and his friend.
