Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 423 Crocodile... He must have obtained Hades!

Has it finally come to this?

The brilliance of humanity can never be completely concealed.

Uehara Naraku originally intended to get to know each other and leave a good impression, but now it seems like Dragon's intentions are...

Is this guy trying to recruit him into the revolutionary army?

At this point, of course you should refuse.

According to Uehara Naraku's experience, what is easily obtained is often not cherished.

Of course, when refusing, you should demonstrate that you possess noble character and are willing to protect the weak, and show your helplessness in the face of life's challenges.

Uehara Naraku shook his head and looked at Dragon, saying, "I'm sorry, you've guessed wrong. I'm not a kind person, otherwise I wouldn't have joined Baroque Works. I was just looking for a place to survive."

After saying this, Uehara continued, "As for saving innocent people like Ms. Dadan, I only did what I could because I had the ability. I'm just a coward."

At this point, simply being modest is sufficient.

When Dragon and Sabo return to Windmill Village with Dadan, if Sabo chats with Luffy and Makino, they will inevitably talk about Uehara Naraku.

At that time, they will learn about Uehara Naraku's struggles and kindness from Luffy and Makino.

After all, information that someone actively tells another person is less reliable than information that someone else secretly gathers from other sources.

Upon hearing Uehara Naraku's words, Monkey D. Dragon's smile grew increasingly meaningful: "Oh... so you can only do small things within your capabilities?"

After a smile, Dragon continued, "But Mr. Uehara, have you considered another question? What if you weren't surrounded by the evil members of Baroque Works, but by a group of people who share the same thoughts as you?"

Dragon's voice gradually lowered, and he quietly continued, "No matter how powerful a person becomes, their strength has its limits. But if they unite with more like-minded people, they can save more of the world's weak..."

"I know."

Uehara Naraku shook his head, interrupting Dragon. He clenched his fist and said softly, "I want to become a Marine... and together with many Marine soldiers... protect the villages and towns that are invaded by pirates..."

"..."

Dorrag's eyes twitched involuntarily.

This is quite normal. When it comes to like-minded partners and the righteous side, people in this world will always think of the Navy, as the Revolutionary Army has a very low profile.

In the eyes of many, the revolutionary army was a group of criminals.

"But Mr. Uehara, perhaps due to unforeseen circumstances, is unable to join the Navy?"

Monkey D. Dragon's voice carried a hint of regret, as if he shared the sentiment: "Besides, the Navy has long been under the jurisdiction of the World Government, and is not the true embodiment of justice; they are merely upholding the authority of the World Government..."

"I know."

Uehara Naraku looked at Dragon and said softly, "Because our Baroque Works' vice president, Nico Robin, is a survivor of the Ohara incident. All the innocent people in Ohara were killed by the Navy."

After saying this, Uehara Naraku continued, "But what can I do? My power is only this much... I just want to do what I can... I have no right to think about anything else."

"No."

Monkey D. Dragon shook his head, smiled, and continued, "Mr. Uehara, with such awareness and thought, is already superior to many people on the high seas!"

After speaking, Dragon slowly extended his palm, removed his hood, and said with a smile, "Let me introduce myself. I am Dragon, a revolutionary who is looking for like-minded people."

"Drag?"

After a moment of confusion, Uehara Naraku's face lit up with panic: "Wait...you're the world's most vicious criminal! You're the Revolutionary Army!"

After saying that, Uehara Naraku even involuntarily took a few steps back, his forehead taut, and said in a deep voice, "I'm sorry, we'll part ways here!"

Why did this Dorag suddenly reveal his true colors?

Couldn't everyone just keep their identities hidden and have a proper chat? If Dragon just lays his cards on the table like this, it'll be really hard for Uehara Naraku to continue his performance!

If we say anything at this point, it will arouse suspicion!

"etc…"

Dragon quickly reached out to stop Uehara Naraku, explaining softly, "Mr. Uehara, the Revolutionary Army won't threaten any of our comrades, we won't hurt you..."

"No."

Uehara Naraku hurriedly shook his head and whispered, "Someone like me can't get involved in your Revolutionary Army's affairs... Besides, the Revolutionary Army is an enemy that Baroque Works wants to eliminate, and I absolutely cannot let them find out that I'm with you!"

The peace between them was instantly shattered.

Even Dadan and Sabo couldn't help but look at them.

"Mr. Uehara."

Dragon slowly shook his head and explained softly, "I just want you to learn more about the Revolutionary Army. Besides, you've seen enough darkness in a criminal organization like Baroque Works, haven't you?"

At this point, Dragon slowly lowered his arm and continued in a low voice, "The people in this world who understand Mr. Uehara the most are definitely us. If Mr. Uehara ever comes to his senses, you are welcome to join our team at any time."

"I see."

Uehara Naraku nodded hastily.

After saying that, he left without lingering.

After watching him leave, Monkey D. Dragon's lips curled into a slight smile: "Sabo, if you have the chance in the future, you can talk to this Mr. Uehara more. I believe he is destined to become our comrade."

"Yes, Mr. Dragon."

Sabo nodded seriously.

When they arrived at the port, the revolutionary army's flagship had suffered heavy losses, and some of its supplies had been looted by the Baroque Works.

Dragon didn't care about being robbed by Baroque Works, since he had learned from Uehara Naraku that their Revolutionary Army and Baroque Works were already enemies.

From now on, we need to be extra careful with this criminal company.

After dark, the revolutionary army's large ship left Frostmoon Village and headed towards Windmill Village, where they would drop off Dadan.

They will also learn some things about Uehara from Windmill Village.

For example, Uehara Naraku risked his life to save Luffy when he was a high-ranking member of Baroque Works; and Uehara Naraku used his own savings to impersonate stolen funds in order to save some innocent shop owners.

Everything in Uehara is now in place.

The rest of the time is spent waiting for the harvest.

"The revolutionary army will surely believe I'm a good person."

Uehara Naraku casually flipped through the news about Doflamingo, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, being defeated by Sasuke Uchiha, and said softly, "Let's go, let's head back to the Grand Line via Reverse Mountain... and give our boss, Mr. Crocodile, a proper welcome!"

"Based on the people Baroque Works has offended so far..."

Nico Robin frowned and raised a question: "I'm afraid people on the Grand Line would find it hard to believe that Crocodile is the mastermind behind Baroque Works, would they?"

After all, Crocodile was just one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Baroque Works has now offended the Navy and the World Government, as well as the Revolutionary Army. If they rashly pin the blame on Crocodile…

It's indeed hard to say whether people would believe it.

"It doesn't matter."

Uehara Naraku casually flipped through the newspaper: "Wasn't Crocodile's goal in Alabasta to find that Hades thing?"

Uehara Naraku looked up at Nico Robin and continued with a smile, "Why don't we just let those who are about to be arrested by the Navy know that Crocodile has obtained the weapon Pluton? Wouldn't that be enough?"

Nico Robin frowned and said, "But Crocodile and I haven't found the Poneglyphs that contain clues to Pluton yet..."

"It's none of our business."

Uehara Naraku slowly closed his palms and chuckled, "Who knows if Mr. Crocodile has obtained it or not? If we say he has... then he definitely has! As for where he hid Pluton, let the Navy investigate!"

Uehara Naraku's smile was somewhat wicked: "Let Crocodile explain it himself! Let's see if Fleet Admiral Sengoku and the World Government will believe it... Anyway... they don't know the whereabouts of the Pluton blueprints!"

"..."

Nico Robin gave Uehara Naraku a speechless look.

What a great subordinate!

Crocodile was already in a terrible state because he had offended so many people, but Uehara Naraku even pinned the Hades incident on Crocodile.

If Crocodile were to become known to possess Pluton, the weapon of war, those monsters in the latter half of the Grand Line might very well be tempted!

"The only pity is..."

Uehara Naraku shook his head and sighed, "I've put so much effort into this plan, and the Navy didn't even try to turn me against them. They even changed my arrest warrant..."

"I wish I were a naval spy, so I could use this opportunity to expose Crocodile's entire affair!"

"..."

Nico Robin stared speechlessly at Uehara Naraku.

After a long pause, she spoke in a low voice, "We've already planted Aokiji in the Navy as our spy, so whether Mr. Uehara can establish connections with the Navy or not doesn't really matter anymore, right?"

"You don't understand."

Uehara Naraku asked, "If a stranger suddenly told you that he was the mastermind behind this world, you wouldn't feel anything, would you?"

Uehara Naraku stood at the bow of the ship, facing the sea breeze, and said softly, "If someone you've always trusted is suddenly told that they are the mastermind behind this world, how would you feel...?"

"..."

Nicole Robin fell silent.

In short, they're doing nothing right.

Just as Uehara Naraku was lamenting that he hadn't been recruited by the Navy, a Navy Rear Admiral who had been ordered to recruit him was also having a headache.

Major General X. Drake.

This major general has a somewhat rugged appearance.

Rear Admiral Drake has been in the East Blue for several days now, but has yet to find any trace of Baroque Works. He finally understands why Fleet Admiral Sengoku wanted him to recruit a member of Baroque Works to become the first member of the SWORD secret force.

Without an undercover agent...

It's really hard to spot members of Baroque Works!

"These Baroque Works people are too good at hiding their true intentions..."

Drake's expression was extremely grim. Standing on the map of the East Blue, he sighed softly, "We can't even find ordinary members of Baroque Works, let alone track down Uehara Naraku on the open sea..."

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