Another two hours passed.
The soft, amber glow of dusk spilled into the courtyard, filtering through drifting autumn leaves and casting mottled shadows on the ground. Dust floated gently in the air, rippling in the fading light.
A large pink kimono, delicate undergarments, white socks, and a long sash were scattered across the tatami.
“Do you like this gift?”
With one arm wrapped around the stunning Amatsuki Toki, Daren conjured a gold-hued cherry blossom in his ot...
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"You... don’t call me by my title...”
With Daren lifting her chin so playfully and using “Commander Gion” like that, a flush of shame rose in Gion’s chest for no reason she could name.
“Oh? But this is your private office in the training camp. If I don’t call you by your title... what should I call you instead?”
Daren looked at the woman in his arms with interest. The usually cool and aloof Gion now wore a shy, dazed expression. That contrast made it hard for...
2025-05-18 22:22:51 +0000 UTC
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Masatsuki Aozaki paid no attention to Mayuri Kurotsuchi.
His gaze remained locked on Jūshirō Ukitake, where a dark, singular eye was gradually taking shape.
“I can't let you keep causing trouble! I swore to that old man that I’d cure him.”
“If I mess this up and he dies, the old man will probably throw a tantrum, cry, and threaten to hang himself—and I really don’t want to deal with that.”
Masatsuki tightened his grip on the Soul King’s right arm. The...
2025-05-18 22:13:02 +0000 UTC
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Time was frozen in the darkness.
Sōjun Minamoto didn’t feel the slightest sign of time passing on his body.
He had no idea how long he had been walking.
Along the way, he idly threw out Black Flashes, trying to clash with the void around him—but all it did was stir up more black lightning, which struck his body silently, without a sound.
At one point, he sensed his body becoming just a little more solid. That moment sparked his interest, and he began training with...
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After wrapping up a few things,
Sōjun Minamoto looked over at Riko Amanai.
“Which Barrier do you want to go to?”
“Sendai! I want to go to Sendai!” she answered quickly.
Sōjun Minamoto nodded and told her to stand at the center of the shrine. A ring of light flared beneath her feet, and in the next instant, she appeared back home in Sendai.
Once Riko Amanai was gone, only Sōjun Minamoto remained in the shrine.
He glanced around, then returned to t...
2025-05-18 22:01:38 +0000 UTC
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To be honest, Haruki had to admire Najenda’s powers of persuasion.
Logically speaking, Akame and her group had been relentlessly hunted by the Revolutionary Army, with no way out. If not for Haruki’s intervention, Cornelia might’ve died because of Akame. Add to that the Revolutionary Army’s slaughter of entire villages—Akame should’ve despised them.
Even though Haruki already knew, according to the original plot, Akame would be convinced to join them, he was still genu...
2025-05-18 21:57:03 +0000 UTC
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In the blink of an eye, a week of rest had passed.
With the help of countless shadow clones, Reiji had successfully mastered the Heavenly Transfer Technique and its corresponding formulas.
Just as he was quietly waiting in the shadows, a sudden piece of news threw off his plans.
In a room at the liaison office in the Land of Hot Water, Sakumo—the so-called Dog Brother—had left behind a scroll.
Fully embracing his philosophy of slacking off at work, Reiji didn't hes...
2025-05-18 21:49:53 +0000 UTC
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Kumogakure, Temple of Wind and Thunder.
The delegation to Konoha had returned, and since the Raikage had relocated his office to the Temple of Wind and Thunder, everyone gathered there.
Reward ceremonies were always something to look forward to—and in Kumogakure, even more so.
The Third Raikage was known for his hot temper, short fuse, thick skin, and rough appearance. But! When it came to handing out gold and silver, he was fairly impartial.
Although the diplomatic ...
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[Ding! Special reward: Body Replacement Technique (Orochimaru-style)!]
What? Orochimaru-style Body Replacement Technique?
Damn, Kazuyama was stunned. He really hadn't been prepared for this at all...
The Orochimaru-style Body Replacement Technique allows the user to shed their outer body like a snake's skin and transfer themselves out through the mouth.
This technique doesn't require hand seals or advance preparation. Even if the user is already under attack, they can ...
2025-05-18 15:13:13 +0000 UTC
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The chakra scalpel was extremely effective against Taijutsu specialists.
This was why Kazuyama had recommended that Rin learn it — it could help her protect herself, assist teammates, and defeat enemies.
Now, wielding her scalpel against Might Guy, she was completely dominating the fight.
You could tell just by looking at Guy, whose right hand hung limply at his side.
One wrong move, and his muscles would be sliced — his right hand was already unusable.
"Damn...
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Seeing Haruki's unusual reaction, the Prime Minister assumed it was out of concern that Najenda’s betrayal might pose a threat to Esdeath’s safety.
But Haruki scoffed at the thought. He had no such concerns. With Esdeath now wielding the Teigu Demon God Manifestation: Demon's Extract, even before obtaining it, Haruki had never believed anyone could endanger her.
He understood that the only reason Najenda had survived was due to Esdeath’s peculiar habit—deliberately letting...
2025-05-18 09:13:24 +0000 UTC
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After Daren and Borsalino left the Fleet Admiral's office, Sengoku remained where he was, looking like he had something on his mind.
“If you’ve got something to say, say it.”
Kong gave him a sideways glance and spoke impatiently.
Sengoku, clearly holding it in for a while, couldn’t wait any longer.
“Old man Kong, are we really just handing the Moa Moa no Mi over to Daren like that?”
Kong raised an eyebrow, paused for a few seconds, and said,
“...
2025-05-18 09:06:00 +0000 UTC
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Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
Fleet Admiral's Office.
“Glug... glug...”
Sengoku took the steaming hot tea handed to him by a guard. Without hesitation, he gulped down several mouthfuls, then handed the empty cup back.
“Bring me another.”
Everyone stared at him in disbelief.
Seeing their reactions, Sengoku gave an awkward smile.
“I got a little thirsty. Aren’t you guys thirsty too?”
Everyone: “...”
You’ve been talking...
2025-05-18 09:04:52 +0000 UTC
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12th Division...
On his way to the Shinigami Research and Development Institute, Jūshirō Ukitake was filled with both anticipation and nervousness.
Finally, he arrived at the door of Deputy Director Mayuri Kurotsuchi’s private laboratory. Thanks to prior notice from Masatsuki Aozaki, Mayuri had been expecting him for quite some time. Even Kisuke Urahara had made a special trip to personally brief him on the experiment, only leaving once he was satisfied that everything had bee...
2025-05-18 08:54:29 +0000 UTC
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Time flowed like a fleeting shadow, and before anyone realized it, more than a year had passed since the Shiba Clan’s return to Seireitei.
During this long period, Kisuke Urahara and Mayuri Kurotsuchi had worked tirelessly—or, more accurately, under the relentless pressure and coercion of Masatsuki Aozaki.
These two eccentric scientists had managed to develop a groundbreaking technology, one with the potential to revolutionize the entire medical system of the Gotei 13.
I...
2025-05-18 08:53:54 +0000 UTC
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Hearing this, Yugito finally realized—if it hadn’t been for Matatabi, she would have already fallen for it.
Was it really that terrifying? She hadn’t even noticed anything!
No, this wasn’t skill—this was just dirty tactics! Her sensei even used cheap tricks during sparring!
“Hmph, what the heck, this isn’t sparring at all, it’s cheating!”
“I refuse to accept this!”
Yugito was practically fuming, but Matatabi lectured her calmly.
“In ...
2025-05-18 08:39:08 +0000 UTC
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"Don't go too easy. Breaking arms and legs is fine. The more concussions and fractures, the better."
"There's no need to hold back against the people of Amegakure."
Kazuyama casually lit a cigarette. Lately, he'd picked up the habit again. After all, a smoke after a job well done was a pleasure he couldn't give up.
Yugito curled her lip disdainfully. She had absolute confidence in her strength. In this Chūnin Exam, no one would be her match.
Just a bunch of Genin from...
2025-05-18 08:38:26 +0000 UTC
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The day passed quickly, and Nawaki had already led his army across most of the Land of Rivers.
Just as he was in the middle of telling Kakashi and the others about his experiences in the Second Shinobi World War, he was suddenly interrupted by shouts from behind.
"Lord Nawaki!"
A Konoha ninja rushed forward at full speed.
"What is it?"
Nawaki frowned slightly. Being interrupted right at the climax of his story was truly annoying.
"The Akatsukigakure squad h...
2025-05-18 08:32:40 +0000 UTC
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"Lord Kazekage, the Konoha army has arrived in the Land of the River."
"At their current speed, they will reach the borders of the Land of Wind in two days."
In the Kazekage's office in Sunagakure, the intelligence officer reported Konoha's movements to Rasa.
"Two days, huh..."
Rasa's fingers unconsciously tapped against the table, his gaze unfocused. No one could tell what was on his mind.
"Lord Kazekage?"
"Lord Kazekage?"
He was called twice before ...
2025-05-18 08:31:45 +0000 UTC
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Despite their slow-looking gait, the two Danger Beasts Haruki had captured covered incredible ground with each step, easily spanning over ten meters.
Thanks to that, what had taken Haruki and his group nearly three days on horseback was completed in just half the time on the return trip. By the next morning, the city where the Empire’s forces had previously been stationed came into view.
When the ten soldiers patrolling outside the city walls saw two enormous beasts approaching ...
2025-05-17 22:34:42 +0000 UTC
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"That's it?"
Kūkaku Shiba's eyes widened in disbelief.
"That's it," Masatsuki Aozaki shrugged. "It really was that simple."
“That doesn’t make sense…” Kūkaku muttered to herself. “Did my instincts as a woman fail me? She should definitely have improper thoughts about you.”
“That girl is just really shy,” Masatsuki scratched his cheek.
“I see… So you agreed?”
“That’s right, I did.” Masatsuki nodded, then glanced at her. “What,...
2025-05-17 22:29:51 +0000 UTC
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Just as Sengoku was gritting his teeth and cursing Borsalino in his heart—already thinking about how to strip that bastard of his position as adjutant—a timid voice suddenly spoke up behind him.
“Um... Admiral Sengoku, I’d like to ask you a few questions. Would you be available for an interview?”
Sengoku froze, then immediately lit up with joy.
Finally, someone who knows what’s what!
He quickly wiped the smile off his face and turned around with a calm, com...
2025-05-17 22:17:56 +0000 UTC
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Two days later.
Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
The massive oval-shaped military port was packed with people.
A sea of civilians stretched as far as the eye could see, all watching the ocean expectantly, clutching flowers and balloons, craning their necks to get a better view.
Among them were reporters from major news agencies and newspapers around the world, their cameras at the ready, eagerly waiting.
Marines in uniform stood in orderly lines, working hard to ...
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As the days passed, the plan continued smoothly.
After several consecutive days of meetings, the Jujutsu Headquarters finally came to a realization—or rather, they were finally forced to accept a harsh truth: if they didn’t change, they would perish.
Plenty within the Jujutsu world held resentment toward them. Many wanted them gone. If given the chance, those people wouldn’t hesitate to crush them completely.
The recent string of misfortunes had already made that much ...
2025-05-17 22:08:21 +0000 UTC
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Mutations.
As long as those present had a solid grasp of the basics of Jujutsu, they could sense the shift within the Jujutsu world.
A vague unease stirred in their hearts.
Sure enough, orders came down from the Higher-Ups, urging an immediate retreat.
No one had the will to keep fighting—they were already set on leaving.
Satoru Gojo couldn’t do much to stop them. It was rare to see even one Special Grade appear, and now five were on the scene—three of them...
2025-05-17 22:07:28 +0000 UTC
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Konohagakure.
Kagami walked down the street with members of the police force from his clan.
Unlike usual, there were far fewer glares from the villagers. In fact, some even smiled at them.
That was a rare sight.
Ever since the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, had founded the Konoha Military Police Force and entrusted its responsibilities to the Uchiha Clan, genuine and friendly smiles like these had nearly vanished.
Kagami understood that Tobirama-sensei was expres...
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The moon set, the sun rose, and in the blink of an eye, the chaotic night was over.
Reiji strolled leisurely back to the guesthouse, only to be greeted by two sour-faced high-ranking officials from Kumogakure—Tsuchishige and Amai.
“Where did you run off to after escaping last night?” Tsuchishige stopped him with a stern expression.
“Got tailed by Konoha’s ANBU,” Reiji replied casually. “Had to run a few laps outside the village to shake them.”
It was Am...
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The screams lasted only a moment.
After Haruki’s single move, everything fell into a deathly silence. Within several hundred meters, the ground was littered with mutilated corpses, each one twisted into a grotesque pose.
Gozuki’s group and the women beside Haruki stood frozen, stunned by the apocalyptic sight. It took a long time for any of them to snap out of it.
Forget the elite assassination squad who didn’t know Haruki’s background—even those women who already ...
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At that moment, Haruki turned his gaze to Babara and the other two members of the Assassin Society standing beside the general and asked,
“So, you were involved in the Fukamura incident too?”
“We were all acting for justice.” Babara replied firmly.
“Hahaha! That’s the funniest joke I’ve heard all year. An assassin claiming her actions were for justice? What about you two? Do you think the same?”
Haruki burst into laughter, then looked toward Chelsea and...
2025-05-17 13:11:46 +0000 UTC
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Seireitei, the new residence of the Shiba Clan.
The brightly lit hallway was eerily silent. At this moment, Gyōkaku Kumoi stood by the window, gazing quietly at the luminous full moon in the night sky. Under its glow, his figure appeared particularly ominous.
As a true schemer, Gyōkaku understood the value of power and status all too well.
After years of effort, he had finally won the trust of Rurichiyo Kasumiōji's parents, and following their deaths, he successfully seiz...
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