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Chapter 71: Why Should I Submit?

“In the North Blue... the greatest darkness wears the flag of justice!”

The man's crazed laughter echoed through the domed conference hall.

“We, the so-called giants of the underworld, the heads of the dark forces… were all just tools for you, Rogers Daren, to control the North Blue!”

His facial muscles twisted grotesquely as he roared,

“You, parading around in the name of justice… are darker and more evil than any of us!”

Daren stood silent, calm...

Chapter 139: Esdeath – I Want to Be on Top

“Prime Minister Honest wants us to protect a man named Bolic. He’s a spy the Prime Minister planted within the Path of Peace. He’s gained the trust of the sect leader and now serves as his assistant,” Esdeath said. “But that’s not the main point. The real issue is that the Prime Minister’s Four Rakshasa Demons will most likely show up as well. If they do, that’s ideal. If not, we’ll just take care of Bolic while we’re at it.”

“The Path of Peace? Is that a religio...

Chapter 112: Kidō Class

Yamamoto narrowed his eyes, stroking his long white beard with a hint of pride.

“I don’t know about other Zanpakutō, but I know you used Ryūjin Jakka.”

“The power of Ryūjin Jakka is something I am more familiar with than anyone. While the Reiatsu that forms the flames was completely different, the method of construction was exactly the same.”

“I have been with Ryūjin Jakka for thousands of years, never apart, and I know it better than anything else. Did you r...

Chapter 70: The Greatest Darkness in the North Blue

The largest and most economically prosperous commercial port in the North Blue—

Port Tas.

When Doflamingo led the Donquixote family into its harbor, the scene that greeted them was a chaotic blend of noise and opulence.

Ships of all shapes and sizes jostled for docking space. Sails bearing different crests billowed like waves, while sailors shouted over each other from their decks. Nobles and wealthy merchants stood ashore with pipes in their mouths, barking orders at the ...

Chapter 69: Greetings

North Blue, Fleurieu Island.

Late at night.

Blood and fire lit up the sky.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

Boom!

Gunfire and explosions thundered through the streets as hundreds of Marines launched a fierce assault on a mafia stronghold.

Thick smoke rolled across the battlefield. The compound's fortified walls were torn apart by the relentless shelling, blasted open with gaping holes as rubble flew in every direction.

“Damn Marines! Where the hell did they get th...

Chapter 408: Return to Akatsukigakure

“Haha, they got off easy.”

As if they could already picture the chaos the Two-Tails would unleash upon Akatsukigakure, several people laughed with unusual glee. Even though the decision to hand over the Tailed Beast had been made willingly by Kumogakure, it didn't stop them from feeling bitter deep down.

“I don’t want to hear that kind of talk again in the future.”

“Let’s go.”

The Third Raikage cast a sharp glance, and the laughter died instantly. Witho...

Chapter 407: Tailed Beast Secured

“Let’s go to the town ahead and settle down for now.”

The Kumo ninja laughed heartily and took the lead.

“Okay, whatever you say.”

Nagato and Kakuzu followed him without complaint.

It wasn’t long before they arrived at the town. Being close to the pier, it was a bustling and prosperous place. Under the Kumo ninja’s arrangements, Nagato and Kakuzu were given rooms in the most luxurious hot spring inn.

The next few days were spent leisurely. The three...

Chapter 248: Complete Outburst!

"Isn't it just Gold Dust? Let's see if I can chop it into powder."

Gripping the Sword of the Thunder God, Kazuyama suddenly felt unstoppable.

After all, this was the Sword of the Thunder God!

As the incoming Gold Dust spikes rushed toward him, he swung his blade, reducing them to dust. Feeling the weapon's power surge through him, he felt like he could take on anything.

"Yulín! Charge!"

"I'm going to cut him down!"

Yulín had no idea why this kid was sudde...

Chapter 247: Nothing Is Going Right!

"Kazuyama, are you okay?"

"Let me help you heal your body."

Shukaku's attack had directly injured Kazuyama's internal organs, which was why he coughed up blood.

Hearing Chōmei's concerned voice and feeling chakra begin to surge, Kazuyama couldn't help but laugh.

"Don't worry, Chōmei, I'm fine."

"It's just really frustrating."

The injuries weren't a big deal—being a Jinchūriki meant he wouldn't die as long as Chōmei was with him. But he hadn't expected...

Chapter 111: Do Not Want

Masatsuki Aozaki flinched at an unpleasant memory and quickly waved his hands.

“No… Master, let me explain! I wasn't messing with you—I really did master Shikai!”

Yamamoto paused, his hand stilling mid-action. He frowned in suspicion.

“What do you mean? Was your Zanpakutō previously in a semi-released state? Or does it have multiple Shikai abilities and Release Phrases?”

Masatsuki Aozaki grinned. “As expected of you, Master—the strongest Shinigami in a...

Chapter 68: A Fair Game

After a long silence, Momonga let out a deep breath.

He looked again at Daren’s silhouette standing before the floor-to-ceiling window. For a moment, it was as if he could see the soul within this so-called “scum of the Marines”—a soul housed in a body covered with scars.

Unyielding, untamed, always pressing forward.

Yes, it was because he was that kind of man...

That he would be—and could only be—the one Momonga was willing to follow for a lifetime.

...

Chapter 67: Life Is Simple

Evening, Base Commander's Office.

Daren stood shirtless in front of the massive floor-to-ceiling windows, a lit cigar clamped between his teeth as he looked down at the 321st Division from above.

Warships patrolled the island on their designated routes. On the training grounds, rows of Marines drilled in formation—their shouts and the sound of strikes echoing intermittently. Others, dressed in uniform, carried out routine maintenance on the artillery and docked ships.

The ...

Chapter 138: Blayn Is My Man

“Oh? So he’s our commander too?”

At that moment, Wave stood up.

None of the four, including Wave, recognized Blayn. Only figures as renowned across the Empire as Esdeath were widely recognizable.

“I am Blayn. Pleased to meet you.”

Blayn introduced himself to the four standing before him.

“Hello, Commander! My name is Wave!”

Wave immediately saluted.

“My name is Run. Please take care of us, Commander,” Run said politely.

“I-I�...

Chapter 406: Journey to Kumogakure

“Lord Madara.”

“Nagato has left for the Land of Lightning.”

In the dim cave, Zetsu’s head was the only thing visible above the ground, his expression unreadable. He had been monitoring Nagato for a long time, never once letting his guard down.

“The Ninja World is about to fall into chaos.”

“Have you found someone for the key role I told you to find?”

Madara’s gaze was distant and unfocused. After making his statement, he shifted the topic with...

Chapter 405: Determination

All kinds of arguments and discussions filled the air, but the Third Raikage didn’t interrupt. He remained silent until the noise gradually died down, then spoke slowly.

“Quiet down.”

“From now on, let’s all speak civilly. I don’t want this to happen again.”

The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, and a sharp gleam flickered in his eyes.

In just a short time, the room had split into three factions. The majority opposed handing over Two-Tails, the neutra...

Chapter 246: Shukaku Joins the Battle!

"Yulín, maintain this height."

"I'm making my move!"

Yulín had heard Kinrin and the others praise Kazuyama's strength endlessly, and now her curiosity was piqued. She adjusted her energy output, keeping herself steadily afloat.

Kazuyama's hands moved rapidly through the seals for Fire Release.

In an instant, he was ready.

"Fire Release: Phoenix Sage Fire!"

A rain of fireballs poured down from the sky.

At this stage, his ninjutsu and chakra had compl...

Chapter 245: The Snake That Soared into the Sky

"Don't ever pull a stunt like that again. Sneaking into enemy territory alone—do you have a death wish?"

For some reason, hearing that Kazuyama had acted alone made Orochimaru think of his former disciple, Nawaki.

Such a bright and promising young man…

Life was fragile. Even someone as cold and detached as Orochimaru felt a rare moment of unease.

Kazuyama—this reckless brat—was certainly infuriating at times, but his talent was undeniable. Orochimaru had taken ...

Chapter 110: Return to a Thousand Years

Seireitei, Central District, 1st Division Headquarters.

Captain's Office.

Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto stood before a crimson painting, leaning on his staff.

The image depicted a man with a traditional samurai topknot, gripping a katana, his figure engulfed in roaring flames as he burned the world around him.

The man in the painting was a monster from Soul Society’s past—one who had nearly destroyed the world.

Genryūsai Yamamoto.

Flashing swords, howl...

Chapter 137: A Steady and Relentless Blitzkrieg

There was nothing left to do at Night Raid's base.

Blayn, Kurome, and Esdeath were preparing to return to their own base, the Akatsuki Organization.

Just as they were about to set off, Akame suddenly raised her hand and said, “I want to go back with Kurome as well. I won’t interfere when you deal with Prime Minister Honest.”

She emphasized the latter part because Blayn had stated that the Akatsuki Organization would handle Honest on their own.

“That’s totally...

Chapter 66: Special Training

North Blue.

Branch 321.

The blazing sun scorched the training grounds as yellow sand whipped through the air.

Three imposing figures launched a fierce assault on a black-haired Marine standing at the center. Their speed and strength had been pushed to the limit, and their coordination was nearly flawless.

Three snow-white capes, each bearing the insignia of a Lieutenant Commander, fluttered wildly behind them as they attacked.

The man they surrounded exuded a wil...

Chapter 136: Already Lovers

"Next, our Akatsuki Organization will completely overthrow the Honest regime. This will give us the greatest possible leverage. If there are still people within the Revolutionary Army unwilling to compromise in this situation, then there's nothing more I can do."

Blayn laid out his general plan. "Additionally, after the fall of the Honest regime, I need you all to cooperate with us in putting on a show."

"A show?" Najenda asked, puzzled.

"That's right. You’ll pretend to be...

Chapter 109: Masatsuki-sama

"I'm truly sorry, Yoruichi-sama, 3rd Seat Masatsuki. As a member of the guard, I should have been protecting you, yet instead, you both had to take care of me… This is unacceptable."

In the underground training ground’s rest area, Suì-Fēng, now fully awake and dressed neatly, knelt before the two of them in a deep bow.

Yoruichi waved her hand dismissively. "No need to apologize. If anything, I should be the one saying sorry—I was the one who knocked you out, after all." 2025-04-02 00:12:21 +0000 UTC View Post

Chapter 108: Fēng-chan

To help Yoruichi regain her usual spirit, Masatsuki Aozaki spent the entire night indulging her in reckless fun.

His physical endurance was no less than hers, but when it came to certain "aerobic exercises," things were always a bit unfair for men.

By the time they were done, his body was still holding up fine, but his spirit had given out first. As a wave of exhaustion swept over him, he drifted into a deep sleep.

When he opened his eyes again, he was still soaking in the h...

Chapter 65: Vinsmoke Reiju

Vinsmoke Judge's near-maniacal muttering echoed through the cold laboratory.

“Only a monster can fight a monster...”

His bloodshot eyes locked onto the test tube filled with pink liquid in his hand, but in his mind, he kept replaying the image of that Marine—Rogers Daren—emerging unharmed through a hail of bullets, relying solely on his physical body to withstand the assault.

“Skin enhancement? No, just enhancing flesh and skin isn’t nearly enough.”

“Bu...

Chapter 64: My Child, Forgive Me

Crackling...

Flames roared fiercely, and from a distance, Daren’s upper body looked like a ball of fire.

The swirling flames distorted the air around him, making Gion and the others' hearts pound with unease.

A full minute passed before Vinsmoke Judge finally lowered the flamethrower.

Even he hadn’t noticed the fine layer of cold sweat that had formed on his forehead.

Smoke billowed, obscuring everything from view.

Gulp...

Tokikake instinctively s...

Chapter 404: Strategy Meeting 2

“They haven’t decided yet. They went back to discuss it.”

Nagato shook his head and answered truthfully.

“You sure have quite the appetite.”

Realizing the key point, Tsunade chuckled, her tone carrying a hint of teasing.

“Haha~ Haha~”

“Whether we can get it or not is another matter.”

Nagato let out an awkward laugh, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

“It’s not entirely impossible.”

Kawakaze tapped a finger rhythmically on his ...

Chapter 403: Strategy Meeting 1

When the aura of the A and Killer Bee had completely dissipated, Yahiko and the others returned to their usual interactions.

“Do you think Kumo will agree?”

Nonō stretched, looking relaxed. She knew full well that the ownership of a Tailed Beast wasn’t something the Third Raikage could decide on his own.

Kakuzu’s demand had caught everyone off guard. Then again, given his role as the Chief Financial Officer, his level of extortion was as ruthless as ever.

“I...

Chapter 244: The Failure of Kazuyama Gekkō

Fugaku was on the verge of exploding from Kazuyama's antics.

As far as he was concerned, every time he ran into Kazuyama, it ended with him losing his temper.

"Alright, Kazuyama, enough fooling around."

"Shirakumo, what's the situation?"

Orochimaru cut in, stopping his disciple and turning his attention to the battlefield.

Shirakumo let out a heavy sigh, his tone grim.

"Not good..."

"You know the power of the Tailed Beasts. We can't hold our own again...

Chapter 243: Shukaku and the Jinchūriki Bunpuku

The border between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rivers had been completely reduced to ruins by the war.

"Lord Rasa, Konoha has retreated five kilometers away, backed against a large mountain within the borders of the Land of Fire."

"Should we continue the attack?"

A Sunagakure ninja awaited Rasa's decision.

Rasa crossed his arms, gazing at the distant mountain, his eyes flickering with contemplation.

"Rasa, we have the advantage on open plains. If we move int...

Chapter 135: Esdeath's “Assault”

From Najenda's perspective, this was a terrifying situation.

The Night Raid base was equipped with various detection systems designed to sense approaching enemies, allowing them to identify intruders in advance.

As soon as Blayn and Esdeath entered the perimeter, Najenda tensed up.

“Esdeath is here!”

Without hesitation, she gathered everyone in the base. “Blayn, Kurome, and Chelsea are with her, but this is Esdeath we’re talking about—we can’t afford to be ...