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Naruto and Sasuke continue to receive punishing attacks under Haku’s Crystal Ice Mirrors. By this point, Naruto can no longer stand on his feet. But during the intense battle, Sasuke starts to realize the power of Sharingan within himself and gradually starts to elude Haku’s assault. Sasuke’s ability to build his powers under the line of fire surprises Haku. Determining that the advantage would shift in favor of Sasuke if the match lasts any longer, Haku decides to finish them off immediately. Sasuke prepares for Haku’s onslaught, but the masked ninja’s target is actually the wounded Naruto. Sasuke is caught off guard by Haku’s action and uses his own body to shield Naruto…