Chapter 152: Entering the Pirate World

Chapter 152: Entering the Pirate World

"Woof! Roar!"

Akamaru let out a ferocious roar.

The powerful sound waves spread out, carrying an awe-inspiring might.

But that wasn't all.

After the roar, Akamaru's body began to turn black.

Seeing this, Amado couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "This is... Dominance Aura? And it seems quite strong, at least two to three stages. Did Akamaru have this level of Dominance Aura before?"

"No, Akamaru only had the first stage of Dominance Aura before..."

Ninja World's Kiba Inuzuka looked at Akamaru, equally astonished.

"It seems... Dominance Aura and the Devil Fruit are a perfect match..."

Empire Orochimaru laughed.

"A great discovery indeed. Consuming a Devil Fruit can enhance Dominance Aura, and just this fact alone is enough for us to value Devil Fruits."

Empire Scorpion also spoke.

"After this, let Akamaru and Kiba demonstrate their combined power, showing us Akamaru's current strength."

The representative of the Inuzuka family said with a pleased expression.

Senju Hashirama slightly raised his arm, and in an instant, they appeared in the outskirts of a forest...

"Hehe... Akamaru! Show everyone your new power! Fang Over Fang!"

Kiba Inuzuka roared.

Akamaru, in his tiger-like form, roared, his body covered in Dominance Aura, transforming into a tornado and rampaging through the entire forest with a ferocious stance!

Boom!

The terrifying wind generated by Akamaru's tiger-like form spinning tore apart dozens of meters of trees around him, and wherever he passed, the ground was shredded like tofu.

In the blink of an eye,

Akamaru, in his tiger form, plowed a kilometer-long trench into the ground.

"Woof! Roar!"

Another roar echoed as Akamaru stopped using Fang Over Fang. He stood up on his powerful tiger-like hind legs, and then, like a human, he swung his right leg fiercely.

Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!

Blades of wind danced wildly, slicing through the trees hundreds of meters ahead!

"Woof! Roar!"

Akamaru's figure turned into an afterimage, dashing across the ground, smashing through all the trees and rocks in his path.

Amado watched Akamaru and said, "As a native Ninja Beast, this level of strength is already quite impressive... By the way, what level of strength did Akamaru have in the Empire's records before?"

"Initial Shadow Rank," Kiba Inuzuka of the Ninja World replied.

"Initial Shadow Rank? That would have been an incredible feat in the past.

But now, it might not be able to keep up with your improved strength, Kiba."

Amado said.

"Yes... Ever since over four years ago, after obtaining Dominance Aura, my strength has reached the Apex of the Shadow Rank...

And Akamaru..." Kiba Inuzuka of the Ninja World continued.

The Apex of the Shadow Rank was a level that surpassed the Third Hokage and could contend with the calamity-like Nine-Tailed Fox for a long time.

If it were still five or six years ago in the original Ninja World, it would have been a power he wouldn't even dare to imagine.

But since joining the Empire, learning martial arts, and then Dominance Aura, his strength had skyrocketed.

At this point, the Apex of the Shadow Rank was only considered a decent level of strength in the Empire and couldn't be considered a true powerhouse.

"Apex of the Shadow Rank... If a Ninja Beast has strength comparable to yours, then you definitely possess strength rivaling the Initial Hyper Shadow Rank..." Amado added.

"Yes..." Kiba Inuzuka of the Ninja World said, his face showing a momentary hint of regret, but it was quickly replaced by excitement, "I thought Akamaru would need a long time to reach the High Shadow Rank, but I never imagined that just one Devil Fruit would cause his power to surge. Now, with my cooperation, Akamaru and I will never lose to someone at the Lower Hyper Shadow Rank!"

"Congratulations, Kiba.

Hehehe... This is just the beginning.

Wait until Akamaru fully adapts to the power of the Tiger Devil Fruit, and his strength will become even stronger. It is said that this fruit has an awakening, and once awakened, the user's power will undergo a tremendous transformation."

Empire Orochimaru laughed.

"But... the weakness is also obvious; it's afraid of water."

Empire Itachi spoke up at this moment.

"Being afraid of water is an issue, but as long as we master the ability to walk on water, it's not that bad. Moreover, we have Moon Steps to allow us to fly, so overall... Devil Fruits are definitely more beneficial than harmful!

Everyone should understand that this is just an Animal-type Devil Fruit. In World 3, there exist powerful Nature-type Devil Fruits and even Mythical Beast-type Devil Fruits..."

Empire Scorpion explained.

Everyone's expressions showed a hint of excitement.

They had witnessed the power of Roger and Kaido after they arrived in the Empire.

Ordinary humans, relying on their own strength and the power of Devil Fruits, had reached a level that was absolutely beyond human capabilities.

They had surpassed the billions of people in the Empire, with only a handful of ten or twenty individuals capable of defeating them.

This power is something that most of the people present would envy.

"The Devil Fruit is indeed remarkable, capable of providing everyone with significant enhancements."

As for the remaining Devil Fruits, let's take them back for thorough research and see if we can develop an artificial Devil Fruit on our own."

If we succeed, it might be a discovery that rivals finding and merging a New World."

Thousand-Handed Heaven concluded.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

The crowd responded and then took their leave.

Time passed quickly, and another three months went by.

Boruto-world Amado, the main researcher of the Devil Fruit, once again met with Thousand-Handed Heaven, a hint of helplessness on his face.

"Your Majesty... creating an artificial Devil Fruit in our world is probably impossible, even with the data provided by Kaido."

There's something crucial missing, I suspect it's unique to World 3."

"Is that so... then we have no choice but to give up. It's not your fault."

Thousand-Handed Heaven calmly accepted this unpleasant news.

"Your Majesty, if we can't research the artificial Devil Fruit ourselves, the artificial Devil Fruits on Kaido's side will become even more crucial. I believe... we must send additional personnel to protect the artificial Devil Fruit factory, either from Kaido's side or our own."

Amado continued.

Thousand-Handed Heaven paused upon hearing this.

Protect the artificial Devil Fruit factory? If I remember correctly, that should be in the year 1522 of the Sea Circle Calendar, two years after Luffy set sail. After training under the mediocre Rayleigh and the battle with Donquixote Doflamingo, the artificial Devil Fruit factory was destroyed.

"Is it the year 1520 in World 3 now?"

Thousand-Handed Heaven asked.

"Yes, Your Majesty. After three months here, a year and a half has passed over there."

Amado replied.

"Is that so... 1520, huh..."

Thousand-Handed Heaven murmured.

In an instant, he thought of many things:

"Now... who can we send to World 3?"

"To World 3? This... Your Majesty, the timing is probably not right yet.

Although Kaido and his Beast Pirates have been training,

the other pirates' training levels are still low. World 3's acceptance of our world is not high.

The combined strength that can be transmitted should be unable to surpass the Hyper Shadow Mid-tier."

"Only Hyper Shadow Mid-tier?" Thousand-Handed Heaven frowned.

"I recall that those who have eaten Devil Fruits are more easily accepted by World 3?"

"Yes, Your Majesty. If we send all those who have consumed Devil Fruits, the strength should be able to reach the Hyper Shadow Apex, or even the Quasi Six Paths."

"But... all the previous artificial Animal Type Fruits were almost all given to the Inuzuka clan..."

"What? Did the Inuzuka clan feed the Devil Fruits to their dogs? Don't they have anyone who consumed them?"

"There are some, but I think... for the trip to World 3, it's best to send some reliable people... like Nara Shikamaru and Kakashi..."

"Shikamaru and Kakashi? Do you mean the ones from the Empire's homeland?

Rest assured, the candidates from the Ninja World are equally reliable.

You go and inform them, and have Windstorm Naruto contact Kaido."

Thousand-Handed Heaven concluded.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

"This time, I have another task for them to accomplish in World 3..."

Thousand-Handed Heaven added.

A man with a cloth-wrapped head and a drum on his back came to mind.

The Pirate King's World.

Holding a battle club and inspecting his crew, Kaido noticed his wristwatch constantly flashing.

A slight smile curved his lips.

He thrust the battle club into the ground and pressed the button on his watch with a beaming smile.

Buzz.

The next moment, a beam of light shot out from the watch.

Imperator Naruto's robust figure appeared in the empty space before Kaido.

"Yo, Kaido, it's been a while."

After speaking, he turned and scanned the surroundings, then laughed.

"Training your crew, I see? They seem to be doing well."

"Hahaha! Teacher Naruto, it's been a while.

I dare not forget your instructions for a moment! Now, every member of the Beast Pirates has a good grasp of chakra and martial arts.

According to the Empire's standards,

their ninja levels should be around Chunin to Shadow Rank."

"Oh? They've reached Shadow Rank? It seems there are many promising talents within the Beast Pirates."

"Hahaha! Teacher Naruto, although my crew is talented,

But I believe that the most crucial factor in their success is my guidance!

Teacher Naruto, I've discovered a better teaching method than yours and Iruka's!"

Kaido burst into laughter, his words filled with pride.

"Oh? What teaching method is that?"

Imperial Naruto asked curiously.

If Kaido had indeed found a better teaching method, it would be a significant help to the Empire.

"Hahaha! Teacher Naruto, watch this!"

Kaido roared with laughter and then turned his gaze towards his subordinates who were training.

His eyes darted around, and every pirate's face was tense and anxious.

Until...

One pirate was a second late in forming hand seals compared to the others.

Kaido's eyes widened in anger, and he roared, "Atula! You damn brat! Have you forgotten how I taught you? Thunder Roar: Bagua!"

Kaido leaped, and with a swing of his club, he struck the erring pirate on the head.

"Teacher Kaido, no!"

Bang!!!

The club hit the pirate's body, slamming him into the ground, leaving him unconscious.

"Someone, revive him! Continue the training!"

Kaido coldly instructed the crowd.

Among them, a pirate immediately used medical ninjutsu to treat the unconscious pirate, while the others continued their training.

Seeing this, Kaido nodded in satisfaction and turned back to Imperial Naruto with a smile.

"Teacher Naruto, what do you think of my teaching method?"

"Hmm... It seems good... But it might only be suitable for your people." Imperial Naruto took a breath.

"What? Why? I recall that in the Empire, there's a saying, 'A good child comes from under the rod, and a strict teacher produces a capable student.' Iruka and Naruto, your teaching methods are too gentle!"

Kaido spoke.

"Different worlds, different regions, education should be tailored to the individual."

"Kaido, the education you've developed is most suitable for your subordinates." Imperial Naruto said.

"Of course! I can guarantee that my men's abilities are unmatched. Aside from the Navy's all-out assault, no one is our match!"

Kaido boasted, then muttered, "Teacher Naruto, won't you reconsider?"

"Forget it, Kaido..."

"Alright... Alright." Kaido sighed regretfully. "Teacher Naruto, do you need Devil Fruits again this time? If so... I'm afraid I might have to apologize... Production at the factory is struggling to keep up."

"Although the Empire has always lacked Devil Fruits.

But this time, we're not here to collect.

The Empire cannot produce fruits on its own... So, we believe your factory is crucial, and we're preparing to send people to assist in defense."

Imperial Naruto explained.

"What? Assist in defense?"

Kaido was taken aback.

"Teacher Naruto, rest assured. The factory is safe! I'm one of the Four Emperors; no one in this world would dare attack my factory without reason.

Plus, I have a partner there to protect it."

"Sorry, Kaido. Perhaps you're right, but this is the Emperor's command.

His orders are absolute."

Imperial Naruto's expression was resolute.

Seeing Imperial Naruto's determination, Kaido could only say, "I understand. Teacher Naruto, you can come over, and I'll have someone guide you to the factory."

"Then I'll trouble you, Kaido."

Imperial Naruto said in conclusion.

Beside Kaido, a black vortex appeared and rapidly expanded.

Then, figures emerged from the vortex.

The leader was young, sporting a pineapple-like hairstyle, looking annoyed, and muttering, "What a hassle. Why didn't they just send the Inuzuka clan... Why did they have to pick me..."

"Stop complaining, Shikamaru.

Are you unhappy to be here with us? Or... do you actually want to go on a date with Temari?"

A man with dog ears and face paint emerged from the vortex and spoke.

"Woof!"

A large beast, resembling both a dog and a cat, followed.

Then, a stout, broad-shouldered man emerged.

"Shikamaru... You're the main general this time, and... almost everyone here is from our side. We can't let the Emperor down."

"I know! I know! It's a hassle!" Pineapple Head continued to grumble.

Finally, ten men and women, each with a beast, stepped out of the vortex.

(End of Chapter)

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