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Mastermind of the Akatsuki 26

Chapter 26: A Lecture about the Economy

"I understand. I'll follow your instructions, Byakuya. I'll announce this reward and punishment system at the meeting tomorrow."

Yahiko replied, his voice firm.

Byakuya offered a curt nod, acknowledging Yahiko's agreement. Then, he added, as if a forgotten detail surfaced in his mind.

"Oh, by the way. I won't be attending tomorrow's organizational meeting. I'm eager to see how you handle it."

Yahiko's brow furrowed in confu...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 25

Chapter 25: Confirming the Reward and Punishment System

Nagato and Karen were stormed with the question: Could Byakuya himself be oblivious to the Uzumaki blood that pulsed beneath his skin? It seemed the only explanation for the shrouded lineage that gnawed at them.

"I'm going to tell Lord Byakuya."

Karen declared, a fierce determination replacing the tremor in her voice.

"He has the right to know. He might be a descendant of the Uzumaki clan, kin to us."

Before...

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Chapter 24: Nagato’s and Karin's Speculation

Shock rippled through the Akatsuki members as they entered the training ground. Their eyes widened at the scene before them.

The once smooth expanse of the training area was now a wasteland. Craters of various sizes dotted the ground like grotesque wounds.

Uprooted trees lay scattered like fallen soldiers, and broken branches littered the area. But the most prominent feature was the large, unmistakable oval-shaped pit dominating...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 23

Chapter 23: There will always be times to utilize

Before the atmosphere turned awkward, Byakuya took the initiative to speak up.

"Nagato-senpai, don't worry. I'll go and persuade Konan-senpai later to reduce the number of explosive tags she sells appropriately and raise the prices. Then, you won't have to work so hard."

"T-thanks…"

Nagato found Byakuya's words somewhat odd, but still managed to force out a thank you. After all, without Byakuya's strategy, the organiz...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 10

Chapter 10: Wasted opportunity

"Are you injured again?"

Kirei Kotomine's brows furrowed involuntarily as he glanced at his Servant's appearance upon return. He had only instructed the other party to investigate the Matou family, so how did they return with injuries?

Fortunately, Avalon's healing abilities meant it wouldn't affect their upcoming actions too much.

"That must be Berserker. I was discovered by him even before I got too close to the mansion. He's formidable...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 9

Chapter 9: Eye of the Dragon

"The battle outside is so intense, are you sure Sakura's alright with all this?"

Kariya Matou stood in the courtyard, watching Sakura skip ahead with a joyful grin. He addressed the question to the "person" beside him.

Clad in dark armor, the figure wore a helmet with twin horns that completely obscured his face. It was impossible to discern his identity – no kingdom's insignia, no hint of a legendary hero.

In fact, he exuded a villainous...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 8

Chapter 8: Kirei’s Desire

“Get out of here, now!”

Overwhelmed by a torrent of frustration, Kyoko Sakura could only scream at her Master cowering inside the car.

A crimson chain, spear-like in form, whipped through the air, deflecting the enemy's onslaught.

'At least my standard attacks are sealed. Otherwise, in this state, Master’s escape will be impossible.'

Kyoko thought with a sardonic twist of luck.

Her gaze flickered to the glowing magic circle...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 7

Chapter 7: Caster’s Bizarre Luck.

"Now it's my turn."

Jounouchi declared, a striking Duel Disk strapped to his left arm. He eyed the bound Kyoko Sakura with a determined glint.

With a flourish, he drew a card from the thick deck held in his right hand.

"Here we go! Tiger Axe!"

The moment the strange card slapped onto the Duel Disk, a physical manifestation erupted from it. A ferocious tiger, standing tall on two legs, materialized, wielding a massive axe that g...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 6

Chapter 6: Caster vs Lancer

Bang!

A heavy hand slammed down on the wooden table, causing the teacups to rattle precariously. For a moment, Kiritsugu Emiya, the stoic Magus Killer, uncharacteristically lost his composure. A deep frown creased his brow, etching worry lines onto his usually emotionless face.

He had underestimated the Holy Grail War. Bringing Irisviel along wasn't just due to her strong will to participate; Kiritsugu genuinely believed it would be beneficial. He...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 5

Chapter 5: Caster’s and Lancer’s side

"Hah. Could other participants have caused last night's explosion?"

Jounouchi mumbled, peering out the window at the distant signs of destruction. He'd just woken up, the previous night's events still hazy in his mind.

He hadn't involved himself in the action yet, but it was clear this "War" had already begun in earnest.

"Alright! Time to find someone to duel!"

Jounouchi declared, his usual impulsive nature taking hold. H...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 4

Chapter 4: Aftermaths.

"Maya, are you okay?"

Kiritsugu's voice waved over the radio, urgency lacing his tone.

"I'm hanging in there, I managed to avoid the brunt of the explosion, but Lady Irisviel…"

Maya replied, her voice strained.

Communicating through the static, Kiritsugu relied on Saber's unwavering protection to stay on his feet after the close-range attack. His face, usually an impassive mask, surfaced with a hint of emotion as he assessed the situation...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 3

Chapter 3: Explosion!

The situation was dire, far more passive than Kiritsugu preferred.

He couldn't pinpoint the opposing Servant's perception range or situation, and acting rashly was out of the question. A single glance earlier had nearly exposed him.

"Maiya, be careful over there. The new Servant is located northeast."

Kiritsugu spoke into the walkie-talkie, his voice tense as he strategized his next move.

Clang! Screech!

The constant clang of clashing ...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 2

Chapter 2: Attack

Fuyuki City.

This city, which should have been peaceful, had now welcomed many uninvited guests.

"Hey, Rider. How did you manage to do it?"

Waver, looking around the surroundings a bit nervously, asked in a weak tone.

"Of course, I had a friendly chat with the owner. They were so happy that they just gave it to us."

But Rider's response left Waver with no way to argue back.

This luxurious villa was something Waver would never have da...

Fate/Dragon Ball Wars 1

Chapter 1: Holy Grail War? Nope! Its Dragon Ball Wars!

In an endless expanse of white, a man idly flipped several luminous spheres in his hand.

"This solitude is getting old," he muttered. "I've made a decision. I'll choose a lucky soul at random and grant their deepest desire."

He tossed the beautiful orbs around, examining them with playful abandon. Who was this man? The answer held no weight; he couldn't recall how long he'd existed.

He only remembered that the last...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 22

Chapter 22: The Peace-Loving Akatsuki Organization

Byakuya's head snapped up at the sound of Karen's voice filtering through the door. "Lord Byakuya, may I ask what I can do for you?"

He sighed, already picturing her helpless expression. Rising from his chair, he opened the door to find his suspicions confirmed. Byakuya's brow furrowed in confusion. "Didn't I tell you to follow Yahiko's arrangements? Why come to me?"

"Yahiko-sama instructed me to follow you. He said the memb...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 21

Chapter 21: The Reward and Punishment System

"Do you know how to bring about change? How to achieve peace in the Land of Rain?"

Yahiko's own words hung heavy in the air, surprising even him.

Just a month ago, Yahiko might have only half-listened to Byakuya's musings. After all, the seemingly flippant Byakuya often tossed out thought-provoking ideas along with his jokes.

But the past month had been a harsh teacher. The Akatsuki had faced a relentless series of challenge...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 20

Chapter 20: Usual quarrel

The room was dimly lit, casting long shadows across the cluttered desk.

News of Minato Namikaze's triumphant return sent a frown creasing Danzo Shimura's face. As both an advisor to the Hokage and the leader of Konoha's clandestine Root organization, he should have been celebrating the destruction of Iwagakure's base.

This victory tipped the scales of the ongoing war heavily in Konoha's favor, bringing the promise of a swift conclusion closer. Yet, ...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 19

Chapter 19: Minato and Jiraiya

Minato Namikaze: A name etched in legend. Rising from humble beginnings, he graduated at the top of his class, securing a coveted apprenticeship under Jiraiya, one of the esteemed Sannin.

Mastering the awe-inspiring Flying Thunder God technique, he earned the moniker "Golden Flash" and ultimately ascended to the esteemed position of Fourth Hokage. His achievements were undeniable.

After his selfless sacrifice to protect Konohagakure, Minato Nam...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 18

Chapter 18: Rin’s struggle

"If you insist on thanking me, why not join our organization? We'd all be comrades then, and helping each other would just be second nature." Byakuya said, extending his offer.

Kakashi, Obito, and Rin were speechless.  This invitation to switch sides was outrageous!  Forget the fact that defecting was a serious offense, even if they were considering it, the Land of Rain wouldn't be their destination.

Konohagakure, the very first ninja v...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 17

Chapter 17: Byakua's Invitation

Deep underground.

Madara Uchiha, his hair as white as snow, scrutinized the unfolding battle through White Zetsu's projection. Ever since transplanting the Rinnegan into Nagato, Madara had kept a watchful eye on Konohagakure, searching for a worthy successor among the Uchiha clan.

His goal: a pawn to keep an eye on Nagato and execute the Eye of the Moon Plan after his own demise. Years ago, he had identified the kind-hearted Obito Uchiha as a ...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 16

Chapter 16: The Strength of Obito with Double tomoe

The mention of Minato Namikaze sent a jolt through Kakashi. It all clicked into place.

Their last encounter with Byakuya's group had revealed their identities and even Minato's presence hidden in the shadows. This time, Byakuya not only recognized them but even offered unsolicited help.

Normally, Kakashi would have scoffed at such a proposition, especially from a suspicious group like Byakuya's. However, their current predi...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 15

Chapter 15: Selling a Favor

The next morning.

Byakuya rose with the first rays of dawn. He packed his belongings with practiced efficiency and joined Nagato, Konan, and even Karen, who, adapting quickly to her role, scouted ahead utilizing her keen senses.

Walking at the rear of the group, Byakuya fell into deep contemplation, his mind a whirlwind of strategic plans for the future of Akatsuki.

The past night's open sharing had significantly bridged the gap between them...

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Chapter 14: Byakuya's Background

The invitation to join Akatsuki unfolded with surprising ease. The moment Byakuya extended his hand, Karen readily agreed. This swift acceptance left him bewildered.

Did he possess some unknown charisma, or had he accidentally stumbled upon the ultimate genjutsu, Kotoamatsukami, without even realizing it?

A moment's reflection dispelled these notions. Karen likely had limited options. A refugee from the Land of Whirlpools, she'd finally found...

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Chapter 13: Welcome to the Akatsuki

As Byakuya finished his mission, ready to leave, he bumped into the leader of Kusagakure right on the main street.

The Kusagakure leader originally planned to directly help his men fighting the attacker. But halfway there, a thought struck him – what if the enemy targeted the Kusagakure building itself? With this worry, he quickly turned back with his guards.

Spotting Byakuya with a bulky sack slung over his shoulder, the Kusagakure lead...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 12

Chapter 12: The Naive Nagato

Since both Nagato and Byakuya shared the Uzumaki bloodline, they boasted exceptionally keen senses. Their infiltration proceeded without a hitch. They effortlessly reached a spot near the secret room within the building, crouching in the shadows to listen intently to the conversation between Kusagakure shinobi.

"Why bring back this redheaded woman from up north? The village doesn't need a Jinchuriki, and if Leaf Village gets wind of this, it could brew...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 11

Chapter 11: Two Voices

Kusagakure.

Byakuya had spent his days since sending the letters gathering intel. He used a combination of financial pressure and veiled threats to get what he needed. Within half a month, Kusagakure's higher-ups brought in a red-haired woman named Karen and locked her away in a secret room. Rumors swirled that Karen possessed a unique ability.

Putting the pieces together, Byakuya confirmed Karen was most definitely Karin's mother. He'd tried to reach ...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 10

Chapter 10: Let him taste the bitterness of betrayal

A few days later, within the hidden base of the Akatsuki organization.

Yahiko, the leader of the Akatsuki, finished his assigned tasks and turned his attention to the two letters resting on the table. Recognizing the handwriting, he identified one as Konan's and the other from Byakuya.

Konan's letter provided a detailed account of her and Byakuya's experiences over the past few days. She recounted encountering Leaf Shinobi...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 9

Chapter 9: The way of survival in Kusagakure Village

"Exploring beyond the Land of Rain?" Konan echoed, a note of apprehension creeping into her voice. After a moment of deliberation, she offered a hesitant nod.

Though the prospect of venturing into uncharted territory was daunting, the dwindling resources within Akatsuki outweighed her fear. The well-being of her comrades, their lack of basic necessities like food and clothing, resonated more deeply than the potential dangers tha...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 8

Chapter 8: Paper Release - Explosive Tag Creation Technique

Regaining his composure, Byakuya reached for a map, his brow furrowed in self-deprecation.

After a half-day detour caused by his earlier wariness, he and Konan had strayed considerably from their intended route. Reaching the black market on the border today, as they had originally planned, seemed out of the question now.

Delay was inevitable, pushing their arrival back to sometime tomorrow or the day after.

Th...

Mastermind of the Akatsuki 7

Chapter 7: A narrow escape

In stark contrast to Kakashi's quiet relief, Obito burned with indignation at being sidelined during the entire exchange.

Scrambling to his feet, he cast a disgruntled look towards the disappearing figures and grumbled, "Why didn't you do anything, Kakashi? Those two reeked of danger! They could be enemies of the village!"

From Obito's perspective, the boy and girl couldn't be much older than him. Even if they possessed a slight edge in strength ov...