Time rolled back ten years, perhaps even further into the past.
It was a scorching summer day in Kyoto, inside a bustling, popular arcade.
"Whoa~! This kid's incredible! He smashed the 'Cyber Empress' record like it was nothing!"
"Cyber Empress? Who's that?"
Beneath the giant central screen of the arcade, a small boy who'd just removed his hands from the joystick glanced back curiously at the admiring crowd behind him. His young face bore an unusually calm, indifferent...
2025-05-04 11:27:25 +0000 UTC
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Naruto Uzumaki lay unconscious. No one paid him any mind; besides those caught in the Genjutsu, everyone’s attention was focused on Hinata.
“Unbelievable power…” Orochimaru stared, slightly dazed. He felt that even if he used all his trump cards, he wouldn’t be a match for the eight-tailed Naruto earlier. Yet Hinata Hyūga, a twelve-year-old girl, had defeated him effortlessly.
Honestly, Orochimaru felt a tw...
2025-05-04 11:07:41 +0000 UTC
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After the system notification sounded, I turned my head to look at Fenrir.
Now, it was the only one left.
"AWOOOOOOOOO!!!"
At this moment, Fenrir, the God-Devouring Wolf, stared at me with anger and astonishment in its eyes, but it didn't attack again.
After all, that terrifying blow I delivered earlier, the overwhelming sense of death it brought, made its limbs involuntarily start to retreat slowly.
Seeing this, I raised an eyebrow, my tone extremely playful. "S...
2025-05-04 10:40:10 +0000 UTC
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To find a suitable parallel world with a sun they could…borrow, they needed the Counter Force’s cooperation.
Of course, There were other methods.
For instance, the Second Magic, Operation of Parallel Worlds—a Magic Yahweh had studied after acquiring the knowledge from the Tohsaka family.
However, even with that knowledge, it was a difficult magic to master. Therefore, they believed seeking the Counter Forc...
2025-05-04 10:16:13 +0000 UTC
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“As soon as you leave this room, I’ll have my subordinates deliver your share of the profits, Brother Water Daimyo!”
“Then—thank you! Brother Fire Daimyo!”
The Lightning Daimyo, who had been listening intently, stared wide-eyed.
Why did he tell the Earth Daimyo the profits needed time, that they weren’t ready? Why did he offer the Wind Daimyo an advance? And now, for the Water Daimyo, the f...
2025-05-04 09:36:53 +0000 UTC
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Facing the surging magical attacks aimed at his vital points from all directions, Haru shrugged and lightly snapped his fingers.
Single-Action magecraft—Fireball—was suddenly activated.
This extremely common spell was remarkably widespread in the magical world—completely standard for novices. In terms of power, it was roughly equivalent to a lighter. However, unless necessary fo...
2025-05-04 09:19:54 +0000 UTC
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Orochimaru held Hiruzen Sarutobi hostage.
The Konoha Jōnin, like Kakashi and Guy, didn't dare attempt a rescue. They feared any rash move might provoke Orochimaru into killing Hiruzen—a distinct possibility.
“Orochimaru, do you truly have no feelings left for Konoha?” Hiruzen looked at Orochimaru with sorrow. Was letting him go back then… a mistake?
“Sensei, what’s the point of discussing this now?...
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After composing herself, Robin reverted to her usual mature and composed demeanor. She sipped her coffee elegantly, hardly resembling a captive woman.
She watched Rowen thoughtfully.
This man—had already dispersed the smoke constructs, placing absolutely no restrictions on her freedom. It was as if his earlier words about her being a captive with no choice were merely a jest.
Robin had a feelin...
2025-05-03 15:38:46 +0000 UTC
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Whiskey Peak.
With Observation Haki active, Rowen confirmed that the buildings he had just destroyed didn't contain any food stores.
All the food and fine wine stocked here were quickly brought out by Igaram. Under Sanji's culinary magic, it was transformed into a delightful feast.
Sanji also meticulously prepared the Giant Elephant Tuna purchased back in Logueto...
2025-05-03 14:59:08 +0000 UTC
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Arthur couldn’t be bothered with the Ohara archaeologists.
Having dreams was fine. No one had the right to stop someone from chasing their dreams. But dragging others into your obsession? That was a different story.
If their goals aligned—fine. But forcing your agenda on someone else? That was something Arthur wouldn’t tolerate. He’d been remarkably restrained so far—not reducing them to ashes with a well-placed lightning bolt.
Nico Olvia watched him leave, her fac...
2025-05-03 12:07:52 +0000 UTC
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It turned out food delivery on Itogami Island really was as slow as Asagi said.
Bokue had placed the order just after eleven, but by the time it arrived, it was already past half-past twelve. The two spent their lunch leisurely playing games while eating, and by the time they'd finished, it was already after two in the afternoon.
"Ah~ I'm exhausted! Let's take a break—I'm done playing!"
In her room, utterly defeated by her childhood friend with an overwhelming final score ...
2025-05-03 11:41:47 +0000 UTC
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Although Itogami Island was an artificial island, it was still one of the few designated Demon Districts worldwide with direct access points to the Underworld. Naturally, it boasted an excellent public transportation system.
About fifteen minutes later, the two left Yukina's apartment building and arrived at another apartment complex near the bustling city center on the western side of Itogami Island.
"My place is right here."
Asagi Aiba skipped cheerfully ahead, clearly hap...
2025-05-03 11:30:49 +0000 UTC
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"How did this happen? Why is the Nine-Tails rampaging?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned deeply, clenching his fists. He almost couldn't resist intervening personally.
This was supposed to be the Chūnin Exams! Countless villagers were watching, even the Land of Fire Daimyo himself!
If something went wrong here, the consequences would be dire.
“Third Hokage, looks like you have some trouble?”
Orochimaru,...
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"Tear him apart!"
As Loki's command echoed, the three mass-produced Midgardsormr roared and lunged first.
However, I simply bound them tightly with the [Chains of Heaven].
Without a moment's hesitation—
I drew [Excalibur] and, quick as lightning, appeared before the Midgardsormr.
Raising the Holy Sword high, I unleashed a point-blank light cannon.
BOOM!!!
In a flash—
Accompanied by ...
2025-05-03 10:37:22 +0000 UTC
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“Back in the Type-Moon world, huh?” Mika stepped through the portal within his mind, returning to the familiar world.
He looked around, a wave of nostalgia washing over him. Unlike other worlds, he had maintained contact with this one.
Mellie often visited to study magecraft, this world being one of the few she knew with a developed System of Magic—Therefore, unlike other worlds where time had barely passed, yea...
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Only the Will of Fire could truly break down the barriers between hearts, uniting them. Relying solely on a cup of tea and clever words to persuade these Daimyo to relinquish their military power?
Don't underestimate them, you bastard!
The Earth Daimyo rose angrily and left. "I await my share of the profits, Fire Daimyo. Don't make things difficult for us..."
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In the Private Chamber.<...
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Roa's tactics shifted.
While still employing toe movements and body twists coordinated with chanting to unleash various magical attacks, the types remained diverse as ever, relentlessly assaulting Haru nearby.
However, the frequency had changed—if described numerically, it decreased from roughly twenty magic bombardments per second to about nineteen.
This freed-up moment, saved from one attack, was used by Roa...
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Time flew, and the final round of the Chūnin Exams began.
Only eight participants remained out of the original nine.
Dosu Kinuta, one of Orochimaru's subordinates, had challenged Gaara to prove himself but was killed effortlessly.
Dosu challenged Gaara because Gaara was Sasuke Uchiha's opponent in the final round. Knowing Orochimaru's focus on Sasuke, Dosu, feeling resentful, planned to defeat Sasuke himself in...
2025-05-03 09:06:28 +0000 UTC
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Rowen looked at the man and woman struggling futilely within his smoke constructs and issued a mental command.
"Check Traits."
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Mr. 5 Traits: Bomb-Bomb Fruit (Deep Purple): Bomb Human. Can turn any part of the body into a bomb.
Miss Valentine Traits: Kilo-Kilo Fruit (Deep Purple): Kil...
2025-05-02 16:49:14 +0000 UTC
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The next chapter will take some time. But definitely today 🙏
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Somewhere on the Grand Line, the Going Merry sailed onward.
Unlike their smooth sailing through East Blue thanks to Nami's exceptional skills, the Merry was currently experiencing utter chaos in Grand Line.
One moment, the sky above the sea would be clear and sunny; the next, thick fog would roll in,...
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Leaving Jessica’s restaurant, Arthur walked from Saboland towards Grove 1—the lawless district.
This area was a melting pot of vice and villainy—World Government officials seeking illicit pleasures, pirates, human traffickers, underworld figures—all converging in this den of iniquity.
Slave shops, auction houses, pleasure districts—anything illegal could be found here.
With enough Belly, one could acquire almost anything: Devil Fruits, legendary swords, slaves—th...
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That voice sounded oddly familiar.
Bokue Keikain was about to remark this to himself, but before the thought fully surfaced, a certain furious blonde girl burst into the apartment like a storm, practically roaring at the top of her lungs.
"Bokue, where are you? I'm here to arrest you on charges of corrupting minors!"
Uh…
A drop of sweat slowly slid down Bokue’s forehead. Leaning casually against the doorframe, he watched silently as Asagi Aiba angrily charged into ...
2025-05-02 11:36:18 +0000 UTC
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With the moving company's swift efficiency, all the items were soon carried upstairs.
Surprisingly, Yukina Himeragi had brought very few personal belongings.
Specifically, just a single small cardboard box—about the size you often saw in TV dramas, where a fired office worker would pack their personal desk items before leaving in embarrassment.
All the other items—such as washing machines, air conditioners, and other necessary furniture—were purchased and provided by t...
2025-05-02 11:18:44 +0000 UTC
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After the second stage in the Forest of Death concluded, there was a three-day break before the preliminary matches for the third stage began.
Hiruzen Sarutobi had postponed the preliminaries for three days, giving Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki time to recover.
This delay also benefited the other teams, providing them with much-needed rest and preparation time, so no one questioned Hiruzen’s decision.
Out o...
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"Uncle, now that Aunt Shuri can be resurrected, Akeno probably won't resent you anymore. You should go visit her sometime!"
I looked at Baraqiel and sincerely reminded him.
"Yes! I understand!" The usually stern Baraqiel showed a rare, joyful smile.
"Congratulations on the family reconciliation, Baraqiel. But for now, we should prioritize signing the peace treaty,"
Odin said, looking at the pre-drafted agreement, ready to sign the peace treaty between the Norse and the...
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Enlightenment wasn't something one achieved overnight, unless they were willing to pay a price others couldn't comprehend.
Like the Saints, for instance, who risked their very lives to achieve the Eighth Sense, a state of transcending life and death.
Mika, however, had chosen a different path, one that required time and experience to train the necessary understanding.
As a traveler between worlds, his potential ...
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Great nobles might need hidden villages, but less powerful nobles certainly did! If the power shifted, who knew where the blade would fall next?
The hidden village and the nation, the Kage and the Daimyo...
Neither was inherently subservient to the other.
They simply represented the most legitimate choices, relying on and empowering each other, maximizing mutual benefit.
When the Daimyo sought to s...
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A massive beast claw, almost three times the size of Merem himself, descended from the sky, slamming down towards Merem's head like a sudden, beastly version of the Buddha's Palm.
BOOM—!
The abrupt attack caught Merem completely off guard. He barely had time to look up before the beast claw struck his face, hammering him into the ground like a nail struck by a sledgehammer....
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Hiruzen Sarutobi arrived at the scene, surveying the destroyed trees and the ground that looked like it had been carpet-bombed.
"There’s definitely residual Nine-Tails chakra here. Thankfully, the seal didn't break."
Hiruzen checked Naruto Uzumaki’s seal and found it intact.
“Lord Hokage.”
Just then, Anko Mitarashi arrived. She had been tracking Orochimaru but was also a step too late.
Perhap...
2025-05-02 09:03:59 +0000 UTC
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"The Pirate King's doctor?! This strange old man?!" Everyone present, except Rowen, stared in disbelief.
"I never expected to encounter a young man like you on these seas," Crocus said, looking at Rowen with a complex expression. He had witnessed everything that just transpired.
This level of 'Disposition'—he had seen it once before, in another man. The same freedom, the same disregard for convention...
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