Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 424 Major Drake's first subordinate, Major Kabuto Yakushi!

Major General Drake's inability to find members of Baroque Works was not entirely his fault, as they were constantly being hunted down.

A few days ago.

Through the World Government's CP organization, the Navy painstakingly uncovered the identities of several Baroque Works members, some of whom were wanted by bounty hunters.

The Navy had just increased their bounties when their bodies were brought in by a bounty hunter named Kakuzu.

That corner...

It's driving the navy crazy.

Navy G-2 branch base.

Branch Commander Lieutenant General Gumir glanced at Kakuzu sitting opposite him, took a sip of bitter coffee, and then said, "Well, thank you, Mr. Kakuzu, for bringing the criminal corpses. The bounties for the seventeen criminals total 350 million Berries."

"You're welcome."

Kakuzu nodded and continued counting his money.

He absolutely cannot tolerate a lack of money.

Even with Kakuzu's incredibly fast hand speed, it took him nearly four hours to count all his bounty.

Lieutenant General Gumir was dumbfounded.

However, Vice Admiral Gumir was aware of Kakuzu's habits and did not pay attention to the bounty hunter's quirks. In fact, it was precisely because of the existence of this powerful bounty hunter that the pirates on the Grand Line had become more restrained.

"Is Mr. Kakuzu interested in joining the Navy?"

Vice Admiral Gumir put down his coffee and said softly, "If Mr. Kakuzu is willing to join the Navy..."

"Not interested."

Kakuzu shook his head and put all the money in his hand into the box: "I'm only interested in hunting down pirates with bounties and earning the bounty."

After saying that, Kakuzu added, "However, I have a good impression of the Navy, so when I see them in trouble, I will lend a hand."

"Yes."

Lieutenant General Gumir nodded, a smile appearing on his face: "When my men were besieging the pirates last time, I have to thank Mr. Kakuzu for his help."

After this point, Vice Admiral Grimald finally asked a question: "So, is Mr. Kakuzu interested in becoming one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea?"

This was not the question Lieutenant General Gumir was going to ask.

It was just a casual remark made by Fleet Admiral Sengoku.

If Kakuzu agrees, their navy can apply to the world's higher-ups to remove a great pirate from the Seven Warlords of the Sea and replace him with Kakuzu, a bounty hunter.

After all, compared to those pirates who plunder under the guise of legality, Kakuzu, the bounty hunter, is practically an angel and truly the most suitable candidate.

"..."

Kakuzu was silent for a second.

After a long silence, the bounty hunter asked a question that left Vice Admiral Gumir speechless: "I remember there are only seven Shichibukai. If a Shichibukai's position is to be revoked, can I kill him for the bounty?"

That's really in line with Kakuzu's style.

This guy's first thought wasn't that he had a chance to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but rather that one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea had finally become a valid bounty, and he could kill him and get money.

However, if the news were to spread that a Shichibukai would be dismissed without cause, it would damage the World Government's credibility!

The balance on the sea will be broken.

Even though Gumir knew Kakuzu well, he was still somewhat surprised. He quickly put on a smile and said, "Hahaha... I was just joking... After all, compared to those great pirates, I'd much rather Mr. Kakuzu be our ally!"

"I see..."

Kakuzu nodded, then spoke in a deep voice, "I hope the Navy will one day remove them from their posts! After all, I really want their bounties!"

"..."

Lieutenant General Gumir lowered his head and drank his coffee, not daring to speak.

After a long silence, Gumir finally spoke, asking, "Where does Mr. Kakuzu plan to go next? You've hunted down almost all the pirates along this route, haven't you..."

"Baroque Works".

Kakuzu replied expressionlessly, "The Navy has now raised the bounties on Baroque Works members across the board. Just the most active members alone have bounties exceeding 500 million. I'm going to search for their trail and hunt down their members."

"Then we await good news from Mr. Kakuzu."

Lieutenant General Gumir slowly blew on his coffee, then frowned and said, "The coffee is still so awful..."

After Kakuzu left with the money.

Vice Admiral Gumir dialed Sengoku's Den Den Mushi: "Fleet Admiral Sengoku, I privately inquired about Kakuzu's opinion on the Seven Warlords of the Sea..."

As Vice Admiral Gumir spoke, his expression gradually became somewhat subtle: "This bounty hunter seems to have some issues with his thinking. He's not interested in the allure of the Seven Warlords of the Sea; all he cares about are the bounties of those Warlords right now..."

"..."

Even the Warring States period was somewhat speechless.

This bounty hunter's thinking is truly unique!

The Fleet Admiral sighed and said softly, "Never mind, anyway, my request to the World Government to revoke Doflamingo's status as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea hasn't been approved..."

Although Doflamingo was defeated.

However, Doflamingo's status and position in Dressrosa would allow him to remain secure for a while, since he was the Shichibukai with the largest sphere of influence. Sengoku could only try to find another opportunity.

Marineford.

With a sigh, Zhan Guo handed his application to the goat, letting the little goat eat it, while he looked down and reviewed his own documents.

"Um?"

Sengoku's gaze slowly stopped, and he looked down at a document in his hand: "Kabuto Yakushi, during an operation, discovered the Transformation Fruit's ability and captured Baroque Works member Mr. 2 Bon Clay. Requesting a promotion to branch major..."

After pondering for a few seconds, Sengoku looked at Kabuto's photo and made his decision: "He seems to be a very clever lad... Let's promote him to major and send him to Drake's side to help him establish the SWORD unit!"

The Warring States period was unaware of the decision they had made.

However, from this perspective, this decision is very advantageous for SWORD's classified special forces, at least in terms of the rapid development of this classified force in the future.

Inside a naval base.

Kabuto Yakushi saw the transfer order personally approved by the Fleet Admiral and looked slightly surprised, because he had originally planned to be promoted to branch major first, and then to branch colonel, so as to take control of this naval base.

However, the admiral was generous and promoted him directly to lieutenant commander. But why send him to Rear Admiral Drake's command?

Who is this Major General Drake?

Does everything have to start all over again?

However, after Kabuto Yakushi received the transfer order and joined Major General Drake's command, he learned that the only real members of the current SWORD secret special forces unit were the two of them...

There was only one major general and one major!

This unit has not even been on any missions yet and remains in its initial stages.

Kabuto immediately deduced that this so-called SWORD secret special forces unit probably didn't receive much support from the higher-ups and was currently on the verge of disbanding. He had to find another job as soon as possible, otherwise there would be no hope of promotion.

If you want to disband this unit...

Then we must first persuade Major General Drake, the commander of this unit!

"Major General Drake."

Kabuto adjusted his glasses and asked in a low voice, "The entire unit still only has the two of us. Will the Marshal really continue to support our unit?"

"Hmm... don't worry, we can ask for help anytime."

Major General Drake sat in his chair, his riding boots propping up his desk, and said in a low voice, "And we will soon have a third member and our mission. The Marshal has already given us a suitable candidate."

"We need to find a member of Baroque Works named Uehara Naraku, recruit him into the SWORD unit, and then we can begin the first mission of the SWORD secret special forces!"

"..."

Kabuto pushed up his glasses and fell silent.

In an instant, Kabuto Yakushi realized that this was probably not a conspiracy.

Because no matter what, it's impossible for anyone to hide the plot against Uehara Naraku from him.

The next moment, a glint flashed on Kabuto's glasses as he glanced at Major General Drake.

It can be concluded that this is a very pitiful person.

To be honest, if possible, disbanding this SWORD secret special forces unit now and letting everyone go their separate ways would be the best option for Major General Drake.

Unfortunately, he was heading down a dead end.

Kabuto stared at Rear Admiral Drake, as if he saw the shadow of Black Zetsu in this naval admiral. Perhaps this is what it means to be reckless and court death?

Don't look at me like that!

Major General Drake couldn't help but cover his forehead, and said in a deep voice, "Who knew that members of Baroque Works would be so hard to find? Even CP couldn't offer any help. Hey, newbie, do you have any ideas?"

There's no particularly good solution.

Kabuto adjusted his glasses and said in a low voice, "I personally captured a high-ranking agent of Baroque Works. Based on my observations, these Baroque Works members seem to be very active along the Alabasta route..."

"Kabuto, do you suspect they have a base there?"

"I don't know."

Kabuto Yakushi opened his palm, a slight smile playing on his lips, and said, "But I know there must be someone there who knows the whereabouts of the Baroque Works members..."

"Because just as I arrived to report for duty, I received news that Crocodile, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, had publicly declared that he would expel all Baroque Works members from Alabasta, thus eliminating the danger to the people of Alabasta!"

"Hahahaha...that's what I think too!"

Major General Drake clapped his hands and praised, "Kabuto, Fleet Admiral Sengoku personally praised your quick wit. I hope you won't disappoint him... Let's set off for Alabasta now and find that guy named Uehara Naraku as soon as possible!"

"Yes."

Kabuto slowly lowered his head.

If Kabuto doesn't lower his head now, he might inadvertently reveal his pity for Major General Drake. What a pitiful major general. He probably doesn't know what he will face in the future.

Second update

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(End of this chapter)