[{"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-88":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},2192904,3774,"Chapter 88","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-88",88,"\u003Cp>Mizunuki Hikohiko's actions caused everyone present to fall silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Terumi Mei and Takeda Yoichi looked at each other; neither of them were members of the Mizunuki clan, so naturally, they knew nothing about what had happened within the Mizunuki clan recently.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>As the saying goes, family shame should not be made public; they were unaware that Ryosuke had executed the elders of the Mizunuki clan two days ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>As for the meaning behind Mizunuki Hikohiko's identity, they only knew of its existence but not the reason why.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Based on the horizons of Terumi Mei and Takeda Yoichi, they didn't know what this kneeling by Mizunuki Hikohiko meant.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Hearing Mizunuki Hikohiko's request, Ryosuke stared at him with a scrutinizing gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Originally, when Mizunuki Taki was alive, Ryosuke chose to have Mizunuki Hikohiko join his team to show his intention of leaning toward the clan and Mizunuki Taki.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But now, the situation had taken a sharp turn; Mizunuki Taki had died in battle, and Mizunuki Ryosuke had broken with Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>As Mizunuki Eiro's own younger brother, why would Hikohiko want to choose to take Ryosuke as his master at this time?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Is there a possibility that Mizunuki Hikohiko was a spy sent by Mizunuki Eiro at this time, intending to infiltrate Ryosuke's side?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>However, this didn't quite make sense; the relationship between Mizunuki Hikohiko and Mizunuki Eiro was known to everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This point couldn't be hidden from Ryosuke, and Mizunuki Eiro shouldn't use such a foolish tactic.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The master-student relationship was a more solid and serious relationship than the superior-subordinate relationship in a team.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Once a master-student relationship was truly established, it meant that a bond of interest would be formed between the two.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>When walking outside, the disciple's identity would also become a spokesperson for Mizunuki Ryosuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Regarding this, Mizunuki Ryosuke naturally had to be cautious.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Ultimately, regarding Mizunuki Hikohiko's request, Ryosuke did not directly refuse but asked faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Hearing Ryosuke's question, Mizunuki Hikohiko knew this was the opportunity Ryosuke was giving him.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Therefore, Mizunuki Hikohiko didn't care about Takeda Yoichi and Terumi Mei on the side and spoke slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It turned out that although he was born into the Great Elder's family, Mizunuki Hikohiko had enjoyed treatment incomparable to ordinary people since birth.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But at the same time, being born into a powerful family did not mean a comfortable life.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>On the contrary, every day of Mizunuki Hikohiko's life from childhood to adulthood was under immense pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And all of this was because of Mizunuki Hikohiko's brother, Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Undoubtedly, Mizunuki Eiro had talent that surpassed ordinary people; otherwise, he wouldn't have been crowned with the title of \"Mizunuki's Number One Genius.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Because of Mizunuki Eiro's existence, the Great Elder had always had extremely high requirements for Mizunuki Hikohiko.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>He was also required to meet the standards of the \"Number One Genius.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It was naturally not without reason that Mizunuki Eiro was called the \"Number One Genius\" within the clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>No matter what, Mizunuki Hikohiko could never reach the level Mizunuki Eiro had previously attained.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Hikohiko, who couldn't stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Mizunuki Eiro, gradually became a discarded pawn in the eyes of the Great Elder, and the Great Elder poured all his emotions into Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Because of this, Hikohiko's relationship with the Great Elder and Mizunuki Eiro had always been very distant.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Eiro also looked down on this \"useless younger brother\" in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Hikohiko was not convinced by this result; he believed that he was not inferior to Mizunuki Eiro.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It was just that the path suitable for Mizunuki Eiro was not necessarily suitable for him, Mizunuki Hikohiko.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Just then, Mizunuki Ryosuke appeared!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Eiro could not forget the heaven-destroying Ice Release that Ryosuke displayed when fighting against the Rock Ninjas.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After returning to the village, through various inquiries, Mizunuki Eiro learned of Ryosuke's performance when fighting the Six-Tails and Hozuki Yagura.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>These only intensified his determination to take Ryosuke as his master.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It had nothing to do with the Great Elder, nothing to do with Mizunuki Eiro, and even less to do with the changes in the Mizunuki clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The already distant family affection was meaningless in Mizunuki Hikohiko's eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>He, Mizunuki Hikohiko, wanted to prove that he was no worse than anyone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Without relying on the halo brought by the Great Elder, he, Mizunuki Hikohiko, could also trample Mizunuki Eiro under his feet!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After this outpouring of true feelings, everyone fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>On the other side, Terumi Mei and Takeda Yoichi never expected that Mizunuki Hikohiko, who was dazzling in their eyes, actually had such a past.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After listening to Mizunuki Hikohiko's description, Ryosuke had a basic judgment in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Hikohiko was not lying.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Whether it was his eyes, demeanor, or tone, Mizunuki Hikohiko didn't have a single flaw.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Given Mizunuki Hikohiko's age and sophistication, if everything were a performance, it would be impossible to hide it from Ryosuke's eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Since he was sure Mizunuki Hikohiko wasn't lying, Ryosuke pondered in his heart whether to agree to Mizunuki Hikohiko's request.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>From this perspective, Mizunuki Hikohiko had simply made the request to take him as a master out of a desire to pursue power.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>At first glance, there was quite a bit of \"Sasuke\" flavor in it.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After careful consideration, Mizunuki Ryosuke suddenly spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Good, I agree to your request.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"After some time, I will teach you the basics of ninjutsu and Ice Release secret arts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"From now on, we can address each other as master and disciple.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Ryosuke said in a serious tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Mizunuki Hikohiko was naturally overjoyed and hurriedly lowered his head to bow respectfully to Mizunuki Ryosuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Yes, Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Regarding this, Ryosuke just smiled slightly and accepted Mizunuki Hikohiko's address.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Overall, this master-taking was not just a momentary impulse of Mizunuki Ryosuke, but had profound significance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Currently, since Ryosuke had decided to compete for the position of Water Shadow, he had to consider matters after succeeding as Water Shadow.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Right now, it appeared that Mizunuki Ryosuke and the Mizunuki clan had broken off relations.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But in reality, this was only a disagreement caused by temporarily different stances.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>As long as Mizunuki Ryosuke succeeded as Water Shadow, the Mizunuki clan would inevitably continue to support Mizunuki Ryosuke.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Regardless of whether Mizunuki Hikohiko admitted it or not, he was the Great Elder's son and Mizunuki Eiro's own brother.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>At that time, when Mizunuki Ryosuke sat firmly in the position of Water Shadow, Hikohiko's existence would be understood as Mizunuki Ryosuke's goodwill released to the clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Mizunuki Hikohiko would also become a link between Mizunuki Ryosuke and the clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This was the political significance brought by Mizunuki Hikohiko's identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Plus, Mizunuki Hikohiko's natural talent was decent, and he shared the same attribute as Ryosuke, so taking him as a disciple was considered appropriate.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Regarding these things, Terumi Mei and Mizunuki Hikohiko, who were young and lacked experience, clearly didn't understand too much.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>On the other side, Takeda Yoichi showed an envious look toward Mizunuki Hikohiko.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A ninja at his level naturally also wanted to take Mizunuki Ryosuke as a master, but he also knew in his heart that Mizunuki Ryosuke would absolutely not agree.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>For one, Takeda Yoichi himself was penniless, and coupled with his extremely average talent, there was nothing about him that Ryosuke valued.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>For another, Takeda Yoichi was older than Mizunuki Ryosuke, so taking Ryosuke as a master was clearly not reasonable.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Still the same saying, even in the world of ninjas, what is emphasized is still human relationships and worldly wisdom.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Chr\u002F>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>— Author's Notes —\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>·· Seeking flowers ·· ··\u003C\u002Fp>",1264,"2026-06-17T04:30:30.011Z","2026-06-17T09:00:23.248Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","903bd3bab8a5cdcdcf6bc9e946828ab82699153fe644b1493d566cf51a00fcf6","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-89","this-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-chapter-87",533,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthis-mizukage-is-strong-but-excessively-cautious-cover.jpg"]