"The Third Mizukage was once the bodyguard of the First Mizukage, Byakuren, possessing powerful Ice Release Ninjutsu and the bloodline of the Hozuki Clan. He is proficient in Water Transformation Jutsu and the Secret Technique series of Water Release, such as the Great Water Arm Jutsu and the Water Cannon Jutsu of the Hozuki Clan. His mastery of Water Release is extremely strong..."
"Ordinary physical attacks are ineffective against him, yet his close-combat skills are quite formidable..."
"Moreover, in proximity to a water source, he can utilize the Water Transformation Jutsu to absorb massive amounts of water, shaping a huge form akin to the Tailed Beast Chakra, with a power strong enough to subdue the Three-tails!"
Kaguya Kimijiro blinked, if the Third Mizukage is this strong, why are the elders of the Kaguya Clan still considering armed rebellion?
Physical attacks are ineffective, how can the Dead Bone Pulse match up against them?
Especially within the Hidden Mist Village, surrounded by water on all sides, isn't this more like their home ground...
Where does this confidence come from, could it be our Kaguya Clan really lacks brains, only capable of reckless fighting?
Seeing Kaguya Kimijiro's existential doubt, Aomi smiled.
In the original timeline, the Kaguya Clan, which clashed with the Hidden Mist, were all wiped out, only Kimimaro survived, perhaps related to the Third Mizukage's combat methods.
"Indeed, this is also why the Third Mizukage carried out a great purge in the Hidden Mist, causing the Ninja Clans not to dare to unite..."
Having been a former subordinate leader of the Hidden Mist Anbu, Kisame clearly knew more:
"Lord Aomi, the Third Mizukage is not the jinchuriki of the Three-tails, but various signs indicate he has the ability to communicate with the Three-tails, as I've sensed the Three-tails Chakra in him..."
"He is indeed a troublesome opponent, Lord Aomi, although you are very strong, it's not wise to take unnecessary risks..."
Kisame took a deep breath and proposed to Aomi:
"Zabuza and I, both being Anbu of the Hidden Mist, can pretend to be heavily injured and return to the Hidden Mist to pass on false information."
"Set up a trap to ambush the Third Mizukage, the other Hidden Mist Ninjas will be of no concern..."
"I agree with Terumi Mei on this, directly killing the Third Mizukage as Kaguya Kimijiro suggested is too risky, I wanted to add this earlier but didn't get the chance."
"As for the power of other Ninja Clans, I still hold my view that we shouldn't borrow it, only then can your will become the will of the Hidden Mist."
Zabuza knelt on one knee, his gaze firm:
"Lord Aomi, please trust Kisame and me, we will definitely complete the mission and lead the Third Mizukage into the trap!"
Aomi lifted Zabuza and Kisame up, shaking his head slightly, denying:
"Two of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen have died, returning to Hidden Mist after a failed mission in war, you might end up dead..."
"I do not doubt your loyalty, but I don't want you to take such a risk."
"I will not hesitate to use you, but I refuse meaningless casualties."
Kisame and Zabuza exchanged a look, their expressions more resolute, seeming to burn with the Will of Fire on their faces.
Indeed, Aomi was correct.
Even if Kisame and Zabuza returned to the Hidden Mist with valuable information, ninjas who fail mission are worthless alive, especially in wartime...
Deserters and failures receive such treatment.
Especially after the death of Suikazan Fuguki, although the Third Mizukage reluctantly believed the betrayal story, if they repeat this scene again, it would seem strange inside and out...
There are only seven Ninja Swordsmen in the Hidden Mist, but after two missions with Kisame and Zabuza, three have died. This is really ominous and unusual.
However, the potential benefit is also extremely high.
If successful, the very troublesome Third Mizukage would be lured away from the water domain, making it easier for Aomi to capture him.
For the warriors who know gratefulness, even though Kisame and Zabuza just felt warmth from Aomi here, they already had the resolve to repay it with their lives!
Especially when Aomi stated clearly—
He didn't want these two to die, it's very dangerous.
Kisame and Zabuza weren't afraid of death, if dying held value and meaning, they were willing to embrace it happily!
"Lord Aomi, this is the best opportunity!"
"Lord Aomi, please trust us!"
Zabuza and Kisame entreated.
In their hearts, if Aomi, who bore a heart of salvation towards even former enemies, took over the Hidden Mist, the future village would definitely get better and better...
In that case, what do two lives count for?
Aomi furrowed his brows, waving his hand: "Let me think for a bit..."
Aomi pondered the combat power of the Third Mizukage.
According to Terumi Mei and Kisame, the Third Mizukage indeed had substantial strength.
Not only possessing Ice Release but with a unique application of the Water Transformation Jutsu, and also utilizing Three-tails Chakra.
"Powerful Water Transformation Jutsu, Ice Release, a fortified version of Hozuki Suigetsu and Byakuren?"
Aomi analyzed:
"The ability to use the Three-tails Chakra is somewhat like Yukimaru controlling the Three-tails in the original timeline; if he has this ability, I understand why the Hidden Mist didn't cultivate a jinchuriki..."
Overall, the Third Mizukage being hailed as the strongest Mizukage by the Hidden Mist is not overly exaggerated.
He is like a hybrid, combining various advantageous ninja techniques of the Hidden Mist.
Although in the current Ninja World, the Third Shadows of major Hidden Villages seem to be touted as the strongest Kages of all generations.