[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-this-water-shadow-is-strong-but-excessively-caut":3,"chapter-this-water-shadow-is-strong-but-excessively-caut-this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-126":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","This Mizukage Is Strong, but Far Too Cautious",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},2194437,3774,"Chapter 126: The","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-126",126,"\u003Cp>There is a saying: when you see the tip of an iceberg, there is actually a more terrifying haze hidden beneath the sea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At a glance, Mizunuki Eiro had only obtained some convenience from the elder named Lynx.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But thinking deeper, why would a cat clan elder in the deep mountains collude with Mizunuki Eiro in the Hidden Mist Village thousands of miles away?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could it be just because he took one more look in the crowd?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was naturally impossible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason must be because the Lynx elder and Mizunuki Eiro had established some kind of interest relationship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was why the Lynx elder was so hardworking, paving the way for Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the Lynx elder as an \"inside agent,\" the possibility of Mizunuki Eiro finally obtaining the \"Mizukage Secret Scroll\" would increase infinitely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one could say what the scene of the final fourth level would be.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although in the Cat Elder’s words, the content of the fourth level was only known to the Cat King alone at this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what if it involved the authority of the two ninja cat clan elders at that time? Mizunuki Eiro would inevitably suppress Ryosuke and Hozuki Mangetsu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the partiality of the Lynx elder, Mizunuki Eiro would inevitably be able to obtain sufficient advantages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, if you were the Cat King, would you favor the clan elder who had been working conscientiously all along at a critical moment, or would you favor some foreign outsiders you had never met?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Having someone in the court makes things easier to handle\"—this saying is not 643 empty talk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At a glance...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Mizunuki Eiro had contact with the Lynx elder, didn't Ryosuke also establish a certain friendship with the Cat Elder?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wouldn't it be smoothed out if one came and one went?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ryosuke naturally wouldn't be so naive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The relationship between him and the Cat Elder could only be counted as a nodding acquaintance between gentlemen; the reason the Cat Elder chose to help Ryosuke was because he admired the contributions Ryosuke had made to the cat clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At least for now, Ryosuke’s friendship with the Cat Elder wasn't enough to make the Cat Elder directly throw the fight to his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Mizunuki Eiro was completely different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because what maintained the relationship between him and the Lynx elder was \"interest\"!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Always remember one sentence: there are no eternal enemies, no eternal friends, only eternal interests!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Mizunuki Eiro’s conspiracy were really allowed to succeed and he successfully entered the next round...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Mizunuki Ryosuke and Hozuki Mangetsu would naturally become precarious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Mizunuki Eiro’s conspiracy had been fully seen through by Ryosuke, everything would naturally not be as simple as Mizunuki Eiro had envisioned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ryosuke admitted that no matter what means, even if it was finally by means of conspiracy to get to the top...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was also a manifestation of strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ninja world is not the Red Cross; there is not so much benevolence and morality to speak of.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The final result is only \"the winner is the king, the loser is the bandit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, since Mizunuki Eiro’s conspiracy had been exposed, the results would naturally be completely different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, Mizunuki Eiro and Hozuki Mangetsu’s two squads all decided the winner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As expected, Mizunuki Eiro finally won this critical battle, successfully advancing with a record of three wins and one loss in four battles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And on the other side, the Hozuki Mangetsu squad advanced with terrifying strength, winning all three battles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, Kushimaru Kuriarare, who was injured and scarred, didn't even need to take the stage to fight, and the Hozuki squad had already advanced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It must be said that the Hozuki squad’s battle situation was the most intense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After three battles, except for Hozuki Mangetsu, the other two members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen were all injured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Mizukage assessment, up to this point, basically only the Hozuki squad had walked through each level honestly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It could truly be called the \"Honest Man\" squad!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that the battles of the three squads had all ended...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lynx elder jumped to the very center of the arena again, saying slowly in a steady voice, not in a hurry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next, we officially proceed to the second item of the assessment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can choose one person at will to issue a challenge to me and the elder beside me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As long as you can hold on for half an hour in our hands, it counts as a successful challenge.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"At that time, you will also directly obtain the qualification to meet our King.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, you can also choose to temporarily cease fighting and obtain the opportunity to rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Several challengers, do you need it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Lynx elder looked around with a smile, (chcc) asking the three squads in a low voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mizunuki Ryosuke, do you need me to leave you some time?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I think you wouldn't be unable to accept even this level of intensity, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just at this moment, Hozuki Mangetsu stared hotly at Mizunuki Ryosuke, calling out directly from across the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Hahahaha!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That won't be necessary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's start directly; no need to waste time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Mizunuki Ryosuke naturally saw through Hozuki Mangetsu’s intentions and understood the challenge hidden in his words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them went back and forth like this, with no intention of paying any mind to Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scene made Mizunuki Eiro’s face turn livid with rage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He clenched his fists, staring daggers at Mizunuki Ryosuke and Hozuki Mangetsu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes were filled with fury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the two had completely ignored him, he ultimately did not choose to rest and recover his stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On one hand, perhaps he did not want to be outdone by them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, with Elder Lynx helping him in the shadows, Mizunuki Eiro had other certainties in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just you wait!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You two! Underestimate me, and I will make you pay the price!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, a cold glint flashed in Mizunuki Eiro’s eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, Mizunuki Ryosuke was somewhat curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The grievances between him and Mizunuki Eiro needed no mention, but why was Hozuki Mangetsu being so cold and dismissive toward him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps in the past, when both were geniuses of the younger generation in the Hidden Mist, they might have had some friction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed this question would have to wait until he could ask Hozuki Mangetsu later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, the three of you, who is willing to be the first to challenge me and the elder beside me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing that the three had reached a consensus, Elder Lynx continued to speak with a smiling expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, a strange glint flashed in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being tough did not mean being reckless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a ninja's battle, intelligence is always the top priority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This three-versus-two battle was destined to be unfair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By now, all three had already gone through one battle, and the entire process had been watched by the two Ninja Cat elders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their own abilities had been partially exposed, while they knew nothing of their opponents' abilities, putting the three at an inherent disadvantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was even more certain that whoever went first would inevitably face a Ninja Cat elder at full strength with completely unknown abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, whoever went first would inevitably be at the greatest disadvantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once someone chose to lead the charge, they would inevitably reveal some of the elder's trump cards and abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, a thirty-minute battle, even if it didn't result in a clear winner, would inevitably consume a large amount of the Ninja Cat elder's stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This would, in turn, create a huge advantage for those who fought later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All in all, it was no less than an act of \"aiding the enemy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1292,"2026-06-17T05:01:41.164Z","2026-06-17T05:05:37.377Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","cfcbaa3e7d2cafc649df79f63fc5f8fcf32da8eae64c6f33c2b9ab46e1954be4","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-127","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-125",533,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-cover.jpg"]