Haruki, Esdeath, and Gin spent two days in the Ice Phoenix clan's territory. During that time, Haruki had Yuki handle all the clan's internal affairs, both big and small.
Although she had lived for thousands of years, Yuki had never settled down. According to her, none of the men caught her eye—and besides, everyone in the clan was too weak. In a race of Danger Beasts, strength is the only standard for choosing a mate.
With no family ties, managing the clan's affairs was straigh...
2025-05-27 10:04:54 +0000 UTC
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Swoosh—
The blade cleaved through the neck. The black-clad body toppled backward.
The seventh one.
In just a few minutes, Tenkei Shiomi had already slain seven Assassins—or rather, seven different bodies.
Men, women, the elderly, teenagers.
Muscular, frail, overweight.
Some moved with the grace of swallows, others struck with brute force.
No matter how you categorized them, it was impossible to fully define them.
But they were all undeniably...
2025-05-27 09:56:51 +0000 UTC
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Masatsuki Aozaki's days became noticeably easier after Gin Ichimaru and Kenpachi Zaraki took on the role of Lieutenants.
To be fair, among all the divisions, the 11th Division had always had relatively little work.
The 1st Division oversaw overall command.
The 2nd Division handled executions and assassinations.
The 7th Division was responsible for protecting the Central 46 Compound.
The 8th Division specialized in intelligence gathering.
The 10th Division m...
2025-05-27 09:48:11 +0000 UTC
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Late at night, Masatsuki Aozaki brought a group of injured squad members to the 4th Division.
Watching the battered 11th Division members, Retsu Unohana couldn’t help but smile.
This division truly hadn’t changed in a thousand years.
They were willing to entrust their lives to one another in the face of an enemy—yet at the same time, they were just as likely to end up battered and bruised because of their own comrades.
“It’s been many years. Though it may be ...
2025-05-27 09:47:23 +0000 UTC
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When Black Zetsu laid out his plan, Muren Uchiha’s brow twitched violently—he looked like he was about to lose it.
“You think I’m an idiot?”
“Those people left Amegakure ages ago. Only three are still alive! Where the hell am I supposed to find them?”
“Seriously, it’s easy for you to flap your gums, but even if I could cross a thousand miles a day, it wouldn’t matter if there’s no one to find!”
“Damn it!”
Black Zetsu’s whole head fil...
2025-05-27 09:00:05 +0000 UTC
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Tsunade grabbed Kazuyama, who was about to flee using the Flying Thunder God Technique, smoke practically coming off his legs.
Then her voice called out.
“Kazuyama, you’re a hero. The plan might not have been a total success, but thanks to the intel Katsuyu passed on, we know at least two-thirds of their poisonous bees were taken out.”
“That’s a big win for us!”
“With any luck, Iwagakure might not even be able to launch another offensive tomorrow.”
<...
2025-05-27 08:59:25 +0000 UTC
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After nearly half a month of sleepless nights and countless test subjects used, Orochimaru finally informed Kawakaze that the cell transplant was ready.
Early the next morning, after leaving Ginji in charge of watching his sister, Kawakaze walked to the lab with Tsunade. His eyes shone with anticipation—he was eager for the procedure to begin.
"Don't go looking for more trouble after this."
"I'm exhausted."
Tsunade stretched lazily as they walked, then looped her arm...
2025-05-27 08:50:20 +0000 UTC
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When Kawakaze suddenly appeared in front of Orochimaru, covered in dust and dirt, the sight genuinely startled him.
"So soon?"
Although Orochimaru had great confidence in Kawakaze’s strength, he hadn’t expected him to return this quickly.
Even if the two Tailed Beasts had been waiting right outside Konoha’s gates, he doubted they could have been dealt with this fast.
"Are you doubting me?"
Kawakaze caught the surprise in Orochimaru’s voice, but his smug g...
2025-05-27 08:49:34 +0000 UTC
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In a stone-walled room, on a white hospital bed, a woman ravaged by terminal illness looked at him with a smile full of love. That frail body, reduced to skin and bones, unable even to stand—Kirei could never forget it. And he had no reason to.
Claudia Hortensia.
His wife, who had passed away four years ago.
Kirei Kotomine quickly grasped what was happening.
He had originally come to Einzbern Castle, hoping to reach Kiritsugu Emiya before Tenkei Shiomi did, to confro...
2025-05-26 22:31:59 +0000 UTC
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The dry wood crackled as it was tossed into the fire, the flames flaring up slightly and casting a glow on Shiomi and Morgan’s faces.
They were in the Einzbern Forest, only about four kilometers from the castle.
Both sat on fallen tree trunks, facing the campfire.
“Is this far enough?” he asked Morgan.
“It is. Back when we allied with the Einzberns and visited the castle, I’d already started preparing—planning for when the alliance ended and the Holy Grail ...
2025-05-26 22:31:26 +0000 UTC
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Since Haruki had already promised Ice Phoenix that he would take her with him the next time they met, he had no intention of going back on his word.
However, given her current massive size, bringing her into the Imperial Capital was clearly out of the question. After some thought, Haruki decided to consult the System. Following its suggestion, he spent some exchange points to acquire a Shape-Shifting Pill.
A thousand years ago, Haruki had slaughtered countless Danger Beasts and el...
2025-05-26 22:27:47 +0000 UTC
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By the time Reiji returned to Konoha, night had already fallen.
With the scroll slung over his back and a stiff look on his face, he stepped inside his home.
The place was spotless.
Seeing the pristine house, his gloomy mood finally lifted a little. He wandered slowly into the backyard.
There, Meiko and the others were finishing up the last of the cleaning.
Rie looked miserable as she dragged a broom around, sweeping aimlessly. Her dozen or so shadow clones huddl...
2025-05-26 22:20:42 +0000 UTC
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After parting ways with Tsunade and the others, Reiji found a quiet, scenic spot outside the village.
He replayed the sequence of Jiraiya's hand seals in his mind and gave a self-deprecating chuckle.
“Here we go again—can't wait to get myself killed! I don’t ask for much. Just give me Shikkotsu Forest!
Soft, squishy slugs... I love them~”
Muttering to himself, Reiji bit down hard on his finger.
No blood.
Seeing no reaction at all, he covered his fac...
2025-05-26 22:19:28 +0000 UTC
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Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, two and a half months had passed.
On this day, members of the 11th Division arrived at the 1st Division, carrying a thick report. Their faces radiated pride and satisfaction.
This report marked the successful completion of the Rukongai cleanup mission!
Ever since the addition of powerful members like Kenpachi Zaraki, the 11th Division's efficiency had skyrocketed—even with Masatsuki Aozaki leisurely "coasting" through his days.
...
2025-05-26 22:12:37 +0000 UTC
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"It's true... We killed Shiki..."
Marine Headquarters, Fleet Admiral's office.
Sengoku and the other Marine generals stared at the frozen image in shock, their hearts in turmoil.
The conference room fell silent, so quiet you could hear a pin drop.
One second, two seconds, three seconds—
"Yes!"
"Great!"
"We won!"
"From the Battle of Edd War to now... our Marines have finally killed that bastard Shiki the Golden Lion!"
"Vice Admiral Daren ...
2025-05-26 22:05:53 +0000 UTC
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Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
Fleet Admiral’s Office.
“Brrruu... Brrruu...”
The incessant ringing of the military Den Den Mushi made the already tense atmosphere in the office even heavier.
Sengoku paced back and forth with his hands clasped behind his back, his expression full of anxiety.
Everyone in the room wore grim faces, eyes fixed on the Den Den Mushi that refused to stop ringing.
“Click.”
The call failed to connect. The Den Den Mu...
2025-05-26 22:05:14 +0000 UTC
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When she came to, Artoria couldn’t open her eyes—the sunlight was too bright. Instinctively, she raised a hand to shield them.
As her vision slowly returned, she realized she was standing outside the stables.
She couldn't recall whom she had just been looking at. All she remembered was making a knight’s vow—to protect that person until the very end.
Was it just a dream?
Looking down at the coarse clothes she wore, the memories began to return. Today’s task wa...
2025-05-26 09:42:13 +0000 UTC
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The earth surged in massive waves, the sky trembled, and the clouds shattered under the impact.
Caught in the crushing shockwave, a dozen warships from the North Blue Fleet rocked violently in the air. Their engines roared at full throttle, barely holding formation as they resisted the overwhelming force.
Marines were thrown around the decks, faces pale with terror. They clung desperately to masts and other fixtures to avoid being swept away.
Many of the weaker ones collapse...
2025-05-26 09:15:09 +0000 UTC
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Black smoke billowed, and embers danced in the air.
Through the wavering flames and smoke, a charred silhouette loomed—its presence chilling to the bone.
Daren narrowed his eyes.
There was no way the North Blue Fleet’s five-minute saturation bombardment had done nothing. At the very least, it couldn’t have been completely ineffective.
Even if Shiki had covered his entire body with Armament Haki, with the little strength he had left, there was no way he could’ve...
2025-05-26 09:14:30 +0000 UTC
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“Tell me about the current state of your clan.”
After explaining the various Danger Beast races to Esdeath, Haruki turned to the Ice Phoenix and asked.
“Alright. Right now, I’m the only one in the clan who has surpassed the Super-Class Danger Beast level. Below me, there are five with Super-Class strength, around a dozen who are close to that level, and the rest—several hundred—are average clan members with ordinary strength.”
Noticing the surprised looks on Es...
2025-05-26 09:06:16 +0000 UTC
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“Is that so?”
Kenpachi Zaraki turned his head to look at Yachiru Kusajishi, who was perched on his shoulder, a hint of confusion in his eyes. It seemed he genuinely had no idea what had just happened.
Yachiru eagerly nodded, her tone filled with excitement.
“Yep, yep! That Aniki was amazing—he knocked you out in one move! Wow, that was so cool!”
“I see... Then I really did lose.”
Scratching his head, Kenpachi turned to Masatsuki Aozaki.
“Alr...
2025-05-26 08:59:52 +0000 UTC
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During the intense battle, Masatsuki Aozaki even found the time to glance back at Retsu Unohana.
She let out a soft sigh, then smiled in relief. Her gaze grew calm as she gave a slight nod.
Masatsuki Aozaki returned the gesture with a smile of his own.
This blatant disregard for the fight made Kenpachi Zaraki's brows knit together tightly, his eyes blazing with fury. He swung his sword with all his might, as if pouring every ounce of frustration and rage into each strike.
2025-05-26 08:59:02 +0000 UTC
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Kazuyama Gekkō was completely stunned. Why the hell wasn’t she backing off!?
And that pile of slugs—had they fused together?
Yeah, though it was much smaller than before. A lot of them had already been blown to bits.
“Katsuyu, you’ve got explosive tags inside you! We can’t back down just because it’s a Tailed Beast!”
“Charge in!”
Tsunade knew exactly how important tonight’s operation was. Even fully aware of a Tailed Beast’s terrifying powe...
2025-05-26 08:46:33 +0000 UTC
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Kazuyama was wrapped in a green glow as the three Snake Princesses—Tagorihime, Ichikishimahime, and Tagitsuhime—extended their right index fingers forward.
Red, blue, and green spectral lights converged before him.
In the next instant, a fierce blast of fire erupted from his mouth.
As the crimson flames passed through the three colored lights, they shifted into an eerie hue.
Snakes are venomous by nature, and each of the three Snake Princesses had trained in a diff...
2025-05-26 08:45:55 +0000 UTC
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After leaving the Land of Fire, Kawakaze headed straight for the Land of Iron.
The Five-Tails, Kokuō, resided in a forest within the Land of Iron, while the Six-Tails, Saiken, dwelled in a dark, damp swamp near the Land of Water—an environment that perfectly suited a slug. Following the principle of proximity, Kawakaze naturally planned to deal with Kokuō first before going after Saiken.
He had no need for transportation. With his immense chakra reserves, he arrived in the Lan...
2025-05-26 08:30:31 +0000 UTC
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As the days passed, Mikoto gave birth to another son.
Fugaku originally wanted to name him Kawakaze Uchiha, but Kawakaze quickly shut that idea down.
After much consideration, they decided to name him Sasuke Uchiha, just like in the original story.
Although Hiruzen had done some disgraceful things in the past, it didn’t change the fact that his father was an outstanding ninja.
...
Three months later, Kushina gave birth to a healthy baby boy without any complica...
2025-05-26 08:29:48 +0000 UTC
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“Fire on me.”
Daren's command made Shiki's eyes widen in shock, his bloodshot eyeballs nearly bulging out of their sockets.
The order was delivered with chilling calm—no hesitation whatsoever.
The North Blue Fleet, dormant for years, comprised of fifteen heavily armed warships, all bristling with weaponry. Hundreds of heavy cannons... all adjusted in unison, aiming squarely at the two figures on the ground.
Momonga, who had already raised his arm in an attack ges...
2025-05-25 23:54:54 +0000 UTC
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Smoke and dust swirled as the ground trembled violently.
Above the deserted island, the sky darkened further, thick with the heavy scent of blood.
“You damn Marine brat!! I’ll kill you!!”
“You talk too much, Shiki!”
Boom!!
Two figures collided like meteors slamming into the earth. The clash of Armament Haki exploded into a violent shockwave, spreading outward from the center of their impact.
The ground roared and churned like a stormy sea, flingin...
2025-05-25 23:54:13 +0000 UTC
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They found a random place and spent the night there without much fuss.
The next morning, Reiji called Rie over.
“Rie, take Meiko and the others and get the house cleaned up today. Let them move in.”
Still yawning, Rie nodded obediently.
“Oh, and pick up some gifts. We’re visiting Lady Mito Uzumaki tomorrow!”
With that, he clapped his hands.
A second later, over a dozen shadow clones appeared. Reiji turned and said to them,
“Alright, you gu...
2025-05-25 23:47:42 +0000 UTC
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Katō Ninja Tools Shop.
Reiji returned to the shop with Rie for the first time in a long while.
Gone was the lively crowd that once filled the place during Reiji’s time. Now, it was quiet and empty.
Uncle Ippongi was still there, snoozing deeply on his beloved counter—just like the old days.
Reiji stepped inside and walked up to the counter, knocking on it playfully.
“Knock knock knock!”
The noise jolted Ippongi awake. Startled, he hurriedly wiped t...
2025-05-25 23:46:14 +0000 UTC
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