Chapter 152 - 150: Zabuza and Haku
Unlike in the original story, Zabuza didn't fake his death and escape. Instead, he dropped to one knee, swaying unsteadily, his gaze filled with respect for Makoto.
This was the terrifying power of Kotoamatsukami, something that was never fully shown in the original story.
With it, altering a person's will was as effortless as flipping a switch and they wouldn't even realize it.
Zabuza was completely drained after getting slammed by a Rasengan. Honestly, it was a miracle he hadn't blacked out yet.
Just then, three senbon needles shot out from the bushes. Makoto didn't even blink. With a swift motion, he unsheathed his sword and deflected them with ease.
Zabuza struggled to push himself up but barely managed to slump against a nearby tree. "Lord Makoto! Please, have mercy!"
"He's not an enemy, he is one of mine!" Zabuza pleaded, his weak voice filled with urgency "His name is Haku!"
Makoto glanced toward the treetop where Haku was hiding.
On the other hand, Haku was frozen in shock.
'...What? Did I hear that right? Lord Makoto?'
His mind raced as he tried to make sense of what just happened. 'Why the hell is Zabuza speaking to this kid so respectfully? Do they know each other? What is going on?!'
Seeing that Haku still hadn't shown himself, Zabuza called out toward the treetop. "Haku, get down here! There's no need to hide! This is Lord Makoto!"