"So, who's the target?"
After dispatching their enemies and scavenging the bodies, both men were in better spirits.
Itachi, now mildly curious, turned his attention to the mission at hand.
"Name's Jindbad. Not famous, just some swordsman who crossed the wrong people. Offended a major tycoon, so the bounty’s nothing to scoff at."
Jūzō glanced at him, a bit surprised that...
2025-05-27 16:56:11 +0000 UTC View PostItachi glanced at him from beneath the brim.
"It blocks the sun and hides my face. For a missing-nin, it’s just being cautious."
Jūzō gave a small grunt of approval.
"Smart kid. Caution saves lives."
"No point inviting trouble," Itachi replied simply.
"Let’s take a break," Jūzō said after a while. "At our pace, it'll take two days to reach the target."
<... 2025-05-27 16:55:25 +0000 UTC View Post"What? My new teammate is a thirteen-year-old kid?"
Fresh off a mission, Biwa Jūzō stared at Pain in disbelief.
"He's more than capable," Pain replied calmly. "He single-handedly wiped out the Uchiha clan. His strength is well-known."
Because Obito's identity remained shrouded in secrecy, Pain had carefully concealed any trace of his involvement, attributing the entire Uchih...
2025-05-26 19:34:12 +0000 UTC View PostMeanwhile, back in Konoha—
“You’re awake, Sasuke-kun.”
The voice was familiar, aged, and heavy with feigned sympathy. Hiruzen Sarutobi had arrived at the hospital the moment the report reached him, concern etched across his weathered face.
“H-Hokage-sama…” Sasuke blinked up at the ceiling, dazed. His thoughts were muddled, teetering between nightmare and reality....
2025-05-26 19:33:29 +0000 UTC View PostItachi brushed the dust from his pants, took a few slow steps toward the fire, and sat down cross-legged. With practiced ease, he began trimming branches into makeshift skewers to roast their catch.
“Don’t try that again,” Obito warned, his tone casual but with an unmistakable edge. “Next time, your so-called genius might not be enough to save you.”
Standing over Itachi, O...
2025-05-26 19:32:38 +0000 UTC View PostA figure appeared before him—tall, masked, and instantly recognizable. The twisted smirk under the orange mask belonged to none other than Obito.
Itachi regarded him with calm detachment.
“Somewhat. But it’s not enough… not nearly enough.”
His voice was soft, but there was something new in it—an undercurrent of intensity.
“Take me to your organization,” h...
2025-05-26 19:31:58 +0000 UTC View PostItachi had been resting for just about half an hour.
His posture slackened slightly—perhaps asleep, or perhaps only pretending.
Under the pale wash of moonlight, the scene was eerily serene.
Suddenly, a gust of wind tore through the still air as a shadow streaked past, silent as death. Leaves floating peacefully were sliced cleanly in half midair.
The assassin’s blad...
2025-05-26 19:31:05 +0000 UTC View Post“What a waste of time those extra classes were... Nii-san shouldn't have had to go on a mission today,” young Sasuke grumbled, his small legs pumping as he ran through the night. “I could’ve spent the afternoon with him... and eaten Mom’s delicious cooking...”
The stars above offered no comfort. Only the empty streets stretched ahead, leading him closer to the Uchiha clan's co...
2025-05-26 19:30:14 +0000 UTC View Post“Come out. There’s no need to hide.”
After leaving the village, Itachi came to a sudden stop, standing calmly on solid ground.
Compared to the swaying branches above, the earth beneath his feet felt more grounding.
Without turning his head, he spoke in a calm voice.
“Your senses are as sharp as ever, captain. But now that you’ve defected, it’s our duty as Anb...
2025-05-26 19:29:17 +0000 UTC View PostOn the night of the Uchiha Massacre, the protagonist's soul merges with Itachi just after killing his parents.
This is not the story you remember—this is the story that could have been.
"So you've aligned yourself with the other side…"
"Father... Mother… I Just…"
Itachi’s quiet, mournful voice echoed ...
2025-05-26 19:27:57 +0000 UTC View Post“As a navy admiral, wandering around while chaos unfolds in the New World—don’t you think that’s a bit... irresponsible?”
Jack was halfway through his third mug of dark beer when a man in a black windbreaker quietly took the seat beside him.
Jack glanced sideways, then smirked. “Ah, I was feeling a little bored. Thought I’d go for a stroll. And maybe check if you were ...
2025-05-26 19:24:32 +0000 UTC View PostA month later, the navy's territory in the New World had doubled once again. However, something unexpected threw a wrench into Jack’s plans—Blackbeard.
After the navy took control of Blackbeard’s former territory, the infamous pirate didn’t retaliate. He didn’t even make a move. This left the elite strike force Jack had meticulously prepared for Blackbeard completely unused—li...
2025-05-24 15:33:25 +0000 UTC View PostJack nodded. “Exactly. Blackbeard is close to becoming the next emperor, but he’s not nearly as entrenched as the old guard was. He’s the weakest of the Four. That’s why he’s the best place to start.”
“But we’ve already provoked both Big Mom and Kaido in the past,” Gion said with concern. “Now you want to stir up trouble with Blackbeard too? Won’t that unite them aga...
2025-05-23 15:44:07 +0000 UTC View PostLena and Kalifa had handled everything else admirably. Now, Vice Admirals from Headquarters were arriving daily—drawn by curiosity, eager to witness firsthand the “new model of the navy” that Jack had been advocating.
In fact, shortly after Aokiji and Akainu’s previous visit, Jack had asked Kalifa to help draft a formal reform proposal. Though Aokiji hadn't given his approval, the...
2025-05-23 15:43:06 +0000 UTC View Post"Let’s move out!"
Jiraiya turned and led Kisame toward a modest structure tucked away behind the high ground.
Calling it a "building" was generous—it was really just a temporary encampment.
Several scattered tents blended seamlessly with the natural surroundings, almost indistinguishable from the nearby forest. From a distance, one might not even notice them.
In the ...
2025-05-23 13:32:03 +0000 UTC View PostAs soon as he began, Naruto felt like this jutsu had been tailor-made for him. This time, he was determined—he had to make Kakashi suffer.
"Oh? You've picked up that move?"
"It may be basic, but it’s incredibly effective!" Naruto grinned confidently.
Kakashi, now taking the situation more seriously, pulled his right hand from his pocket. He glanced at the figures ...
2025-05-22 18:11:36 +0000 UTC View PostKonoha – Uchiha Compound
Inside a charming two-story home, the delicious aroma of breakfast filled the air as Kushina, dressed casually in her house clothes, placed the last dish on the table.
Just then, a lively voice echoed from the hallway.
“Mom! When is the pervy sage coming back to Konoha? He still owes me some secret training!”
Fresh...
2025-05-20 18:31:51 +0000 UTC View Post“Sir, nearly all the residents who evacuated have returned. Only a handful chose not to move back,” Issho reported after successfully fending off probing forces from two of the Four Emperors.
“They’re being cautious—and smart,” Jack replied coolly. “They know these two islands are now on the navy's front line. It’s no surprise some would rather stay away.”
“Then...
2025-05-20 16:36:27 +0000 UTC View Post“I’m sorry, old man,” he said gently. “I’m not a pirate. I’m a marine—came here after hearing how exceptional the G1 unit is. But when I saw the captain take fruit without paying, I lost my temper.”
“You… you’re a marine?” the old man asked, stunned.
The patrol soldiers glanced at each other in confusion. Their stances remained firm, but doubt was st...
2025-05-19 12:01:04 +0000 UTC View Post"Kakashi! Let’s have a passionate duel!"
Under the warm sunlight outside the Konoha Bookstore, Kakashi stood motionless before a shelf of books. His slouched shoulders, vacant expression, and lackluster aura made it clear—he was in the depths of despair.
“…What?”
The long-awaited sequel to his favorite novel was nowhere in sight. Kakashi looked like a fish gasping on...
2025-05-18 19:59:11 +0000 UTC View PostStill, the two soon arrived at a local bar. It was midday, yet the place was bustling. However, even Akainu noticed something had changed since he last governed the area. The atmosphere was different.
“Two glasses of whiskey and your best dishes,” Aokiji said as they took a seat.
The bar owner arrived promptly with the drinks and a friendly smile. “Food will be up shortly. But...
2025-05-16 17:28:41 +0000 UTC View PostBack in the Hokage's Office.
Without sparing Tsunade another glance, Toshiro turned his eyes to the door as a wave of footsteps echoed outside.
“Well, well… quite the crowd today. It’s practically a party,” he said dryly, his voice laced with disdain.
He hadn’t even settled into the office before they arrived—clearly here to plead for Jira...
2025-05-16 15:46:58 +0000 UTC View Post"It doesn't matter. Buildings can be rebuilt, but lives cannot be replaced. Just make sure not to harm any civilians. If structures fall, they can be reconstructed. But if you hold back in battle, you risk getting seriously hurt," Jack said calmly, shaking his head at the disheveled Jabra.
After all, the irony stung—he had barely finished speaking when Fukuro’s attack demolished an en...
2025-05-15 18:47:26 +0000 UTC View PostJack, wary of his comrades' violent tendencies, had given a clear warning in advance—not out of doubt, but concern that they might lose control in the heat of battle.
A few days later, Kalifa arrived with Jabra and Fukuro. By then, Jack had finally managed to pull himself out from under a mountain of paperwork.
“Oh my~ Kalifa, what a surprise! I thought you’d stay behind,” h...
2025-05-14 19:35:20 +0000 UTC View PostLand of Earth – Iwagakure.
“Father, this is the prisoner exchange list sent by the Hokage.”
The tall and stoic Kitsuchi entered his father’s office, scroll in hand. But he wasn’t alone—trailing behind was a much smaller figure.
“Grandpa!”
A small, cheerful voice piped up as a child peeked out from behind Kitsuchi, beaming at Onok...
2025-05-14 17:05:47 +0000 UTC View Post"Shisui, even if we capture—or kill—Konan, nothing in this world will truly change."
"All we’ll do is plant new seeds of hatred. And as shinobi, it’s our duty to fight against that hatred—not feed it."
"True peace can only come when we understand one another."
These weren’t just words. This was Jiraiya’s belief—his way of the ninja. He hoped that Konan, once hi...
2025-05-12 17:39:51 +0000 UTC View Post"No way. I'm only interested in adventure!" Luffy declared, shaking his head with his usual grin.
Jack smiled warmly. "I believe you, Luffy. But as your strength grows, you'll become a pirate with real influence. I just hope you can set an example for others."
"An example?" Luffy echoed, tilting his head in confusion.
Rayleigh, standing nearby, shot Jack a thoughtful look—as...
2025-05-12 16:59:18 +0000 UTC View PostThree Days Later – Inside the Hokage’s Office
After two days of indulging in the rare peace and the company of his two wives, Toshiro now sat behind his desk, his expression frozen in disbelief as he listened to the report before him.
“Kakashi... Are you serious?”
“You’re telling me that Jiraiya secretly released the assassin who tried to ...
2025-05-11 20:39:32 +0000 UTC View PostBoa Hancock’s condition left Jack speechless. Seriously? This was the Pirate Empress, the woman who had enchanted countless souls across the seas?
Too speechless to even complain, Jack simply followed Hancock’s lead. At last, they arrived at the island where Luffy was deep in training.
Waiting for them on the shore was none other than Rayleigh. With his sharp senses, it...
2025-05-11 06:57:55 +0000 UTC View Post"This has to be done."
Tsunade’s voice was firm as she spoke, noticing Toshiro’s moment of hesitation.
"The preliminary agreements you reached with the other major nations have been approved."
"They’re all solid proposals, but..."
She paused, her expression growing serious as she met Toshiro’s eyes.
"As the saying goes, the first step is always the hardest....
2025-05-09 02:53:30 +0000 UTC View Post