Chapter 145: Time Flies, Kaido Enters the Empire!

Chapter 145: Time Flies, Kaido Enters the Empire!

Many people's expressions changed drastically upon hearing these words.

Yes! Gol D. Roger, the Pirate King! The one and only!

He possessed an overwhelming Dominance Aura, and his physical strength was accompanied by the ability to control wind, lightning, water, fire, earth, and various other mysterious powers that surpassed common understanding. This power... wasn't even bound by Mirage Stone, which was the key to his dominance over other great pirates, allowing him to claim the One Piece and become the undisputed Pirate King!

If... if we could possess such power, could we also become the Pirate King? Many couldn't help but think so.

Their eyes burned with fervor.

"Hmm... Hahahaha..."

On the platform, Gol D. Roger, the Pirate King, burst into laughter upon hearing this:

"You want my treasure? My power? Then go and find it!

It's hidden somewhere in the vast sea!

Find it, and you will be the next Pirate King! Hahahaha..."

"Quick! Kill him!"

On the high platform, Shogunate's voice rang out in anxiety.

Two executioners immediately thrust their blades into Gol D. Roger's body, but this did nothing to stop Roger's laughter:

"Go and find it! Go! Everything lies within the great sea. Whether it's treasure or mystical powers, once you find them... you will possess everything! Change everything! Become the king of this world! Hahahaha..."

"Damn you! Shut up, Roger!"

Shogunate roared in anger.

Unable to contain himself any longer, he leaped from the platform and struck Roger with a palm strike.

Gol D. Roger sensed the ferocious attack.

He took one last longing look at certain individuals below before the palm connected with his forehead, and he slowly closed his eyes.

Below the platform, some wept, some laughed, and others turned and left without expression.

With Gol D. Roger's final words, the world of the Pirate King entered a more intense Age of Great Exploration than the original!

Whether driven by greed for treasure or power, countless individuals embarked on their journeys.

Meanwhile, in the Empire...

In a cold, white metallic room, Thousand-Handed Heaven, Empire Daimakuwan, and Boruto-world Amado sat on a sofa, casually watching the television screen in front of them.

It was broadcasting Roger's execution.

Amado shook his head in disbelief, "I never thought this guy would turn himself in at the end..."

"His days were numbered, and he wanted to overthrow the rule of that world. It's a smart move; only by disrupting the world can there be a chance to restart it," Empire Daimakuwan licked his lips.

"But with the increase in pirates, won't many ordinary people also suffer harm?" asked Amado.

"Out with the old, in with the new. The Dragon People of that world are rotten to the core; they make you want to vomit just by looking at them.

If not for the lie detector, I'd find it hard to believe such scum could exist.

And the World Government... they're no different from the Dragon People's lapdogs.

What a pathetic world."

Empire Daimakuwan sighed.

"That's true, but this guy really had some spirit," Amado agreed, then continued with a puzzled look, "But what I don't understand is, why did His Majesty stop us from healing Gol D. Roger's body? If we had kept him alive, he could have lived much longer."

"Amado, don't forget our purpose," Thousand-Handed Heaven reminded him with a detached expression.

"Amado... have you developed feelings for that little guinea pig?

While Gol D. Roger is the most outstanding experimental subject, he's just a tool for us to achieve our goal.

The 3rd World is like a child, wary and resistant to our entry.

But the people of the 3rd World are different; they can freely enter our world and return to theirs.

And because of this... we've discovered that when they learn our power system and then return, they can subtly change the 3rd World, erasing its resistance to us.

So... our fundamental goal is to have more people learn our power system.

And isn't this the situation we need? With Gol D. Roger's final words, more fortunate individuals will surely come through the random Time-Space Vortex we've set up, arriving in the Empire..."

Empire Daimakuwan smiled.

"I understand... but... did His Majesty foresee this outcome from the beginning? Is that why he stopped us from saving Gol D. Roger?"

Amado's expression turned slightly grave as he looked at Thousand-Handed Heaven.

"Who knows? Maybe... it's just luck." Thousand-Handed Heaven said nonchalantly.

"Is that so... But speaking of which, that world is truly fascinating... Armed Aura, Perception Aura, and even Tyrant Aura... The cultivation system of the Three Auras could greatly benefit our world as well."

"Some of the powerful ones might even immediately break free from the constraints of the Super Shadow and Rikudo." Amado exclaimed.

"And that so-called Devil Fruit can actually alter a person's entire being at the genetic level. If it can be perfectly developed, it will undoubtedly unleash unimaginable power."

"Hmm... Isn't this the allure of the 3rd World? We must occupy it at all costs..." Empire Daimakuwan said with a sinister smile.

Year 1501 of the Sea-Round Calendar.

Far more people than ever before ventured into the vast ocean, and a tiny fraction of the lucky ones made it to the Empire, where they learned about Chakra, the system's power, and a portion of martial arts.

However, they were selfish and reluctant to share this power with others.

As a result, the Empire's desire to have everyone in the Pirate World learn Chakra and Inner Energy was not realized for a long time.

Until...

Year 1518 of the Sea-Round Calendar, two years before the protagonist Luffy set sail.

Land of Harmony.

In a certain pit.

Kaido held a flask in one hand, chugging liquor, while wiping his eyes with the other, crying out loud:

"Damn it! Damn you, Kikuzuki Akada! It's all your fault, you fool, for making my son as stupid as you... Waaah..."

Beside him, Yamato lay on the ground, his head swollen and unconscious.

Behind them, Jin, whose head was wrapped in a helmet, sighed:

"Mr. Kaido, when it comes to educating children... it's best to reason with them."

"Waaah... This stupid kid kept shouting Akada, Akada in my ear, and I just couldn't help it! Damn it!"

Kaido continued to cry, took a few more gulps of liquor, and staggered as he turned to leave.

Just then, a black vortex appeared out of thin air.

Seeing this vortex, Jin's expression turned serious, and even the drunken Kaido instantly sobered up to a good extent.

Both of them exclaimed in unison:

"Time-Space Vortex?!"

"Wrrrr... It seems like we're in luck, Jin! The legendary passage that grants god-like power has finally opened to us! I've been waiting for this moment for over a decade! Wrrrr..."

Kaido burst into laughter.

"Mr. Kaido, it's best not to get your hopes up too high. According to the intelligence, many people have entered the Time-Space Vortex before, but... although the power they acquired is impressive, it's still far from the strength of the Pirate King..."

Jin explained.

"Wrrrr... Of course, I know that, but! Jin! After obtaining the power of the Time-Space Vortex, Gol D. Roger became the Pirate King, so I can do it too!"

Kaido roared and took a step forward, heading towards the Time-Space Vortex.

Seeing this, Jin's expression turned solemn, and he quickly followed.

The two figures soon disappeared, and the Time-Space Vortex distorted, turning from solid to void and vanishing rapidly.

Naruto World.

Empire.

Five years after the disconnection from the Boruto World.

Leizhou.

Leichi Mountain City.

After five years of development, a giant flat-top mountain was surrounded by clouds and mist. Huge rocks floated around it, forming a new urban area.

On one of the smaller rocks.

A black vortex appeared.

Kaido and Jin slowly emerged from it, both surprised by the surroundings.

"Is this the world within the vortex? It's somewhat similar to Sky Island." Kaido commented.

"According to the rumors that spread in the great sea... this world also has many wondrous places. There are cities built on water, underground cities, and some with a strong technological feel.

I wonder if anyone has been here before." Jin said.

"Wrrrr... Who knows if anyone has been here? But for now, we should greet the people of this world properly! Wrrrr..."

Kaido laughed wildly, standing in place, his aura bursting forth.

In the next instant, a howling gale swept through, the sky changed colors, and black lightning bolts spread out from him.

The ordinary people living in Leichi Mountain City couldn't bear this terrifying aura and fainted one after another.

Only those at the Shadow Rank could barely withstand this formidable aura.

But their strength was almost completely suppressed, some even pinned to the ground, unable to move.

They looked on in astonishment, their gazes fixed on the source of this overwhelming presence.

"This... is Tyrant Aura?"

"It seems so, but... the intensity of this Tyrant Aura is incredible! Has Third Generation Ai's dominance made another breakthrough?"

"It's unlikely him. Even if Third Generation Ai is as unruly as they say, he wouldn't use his aura near a city. That would cause a lot of trouble."

"Tsk! Could it be... a visitor from World 3?"

"World 3!"

The mention of World 3 caused a mental jolt in everyone present.

Some of the stronger individuals among them, still capable of movement, flashed towards the source of the Tyrant Aura.

Whoosh!

One by one, they landed beside Kaido and Jin.

Among them were Empire Darui and Sami.

Empire Darui sized up the two men, "Your unusual height and appearance... you must be from the world of Gol D. Roger, right?"

"Oh? So Roger is quite famous in your world too. That will make negotiations much easier." Kaido smiled at the group of two-meter-tall 'shorties' beside him.

"I suppose so, since you're the first from your world to visit ours."

Empire Darui shrugged, "Speaking of which, can you turn off your Tyrant Aura? If it stays like this, it'll be a big problem for ordinary people."

"Rumble... everyone in your world seems so strong...

So many can resist my Tyrant Aura. Impressive."

Kaido couldn't help but laugh at Empire Darui and the others.

He also tactfully retracted his Tyrant Aura, "Strong? Perhaps.

But... you also look pretty formidable." Empire Darui smiled, glancing at Kaido's abs.

"Rumble... since everyone is so strong... let's see who's stronger!

You must be curious about the answer too, right? And... many times, you can only negotiate better after a fight, right?" Kaido laughed.

"Seems like we're the same type. Good, I also want to test the strength of an otherworldly powerhouse."

As Darui finished speaking, his body trembled, and his clothes instantly burst apart, leaving only a pair of briefs. His wheat-colored skin was exposed, and thick tendons stood out on his arms and thighs:

"Muscle Liberation! Armed Aura! Envelop!"

Whoosh!!

Darui's wheat-colored skin turned black, reflecting a dazzling light.

"Armed Aura? It seems Roger's arrival has brought you new power!

Rumble... Thunder Roar: Bagua!"

Boom!!!

In an instant, Kaido moved faster than anyone could react and appeared before Darui.

The mace in his hand crackled with black lightning, aiming straight for Darui's forehead.

"So fast!"

Darui's pupils contracted, and he didn't have time to react. He could only watch as the mace drew closer.

Just as Darui braced for impact, a black lightning bolt descended from above.

Boom!!!

Kaido's mace was blocked by the sudden black lightning, creating a terrifying impact that cracked the ground for kilometers around, forcing everyone to retreat.

Only Darui and a few others stood behind the black lightning, not budging an inch.

"Third Generation Ai!"

Darui, seeing the black lightning, exclaimed with delight.

The black lightning gradually dissipated, revealing a man over 2.5 meters tall, his body a mass of muscles, with a long beard.

"Darui, fall back! This enemy is beyond your capabilities. Let me handle him!"

The man stared at Kaido, a hint of excitement in his smile.

"Yes, Third Generation Ai!"

Upon hearing this, Darui immediately called for the others to retreat, maintaining a distance of at least a kilometer.

Kaido, observing the situation, only grinned after Darui and the others had withdrawn.

"You... are their leader? You seem quite capable."

"Leader? I may not be the governor of Leizhou, but I'm his father. So, calling me the leader here is fitting."

Third Generation Ai nodded.

(End of Chapter)

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