Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 434 Who Will Be the Most Miserable One? (Third Update! Requesting Monthly Tickets!)

The differences between people are too great.

Even though Doflamingo guessed that Uehara Naraku's other subordinates might also be very powerful, he never imagined that even Aokiji, a Marine Admiral, was Uehara Naraku's subordinate!

This organization is terrifying!

Doflamingo met Marine Admiral Aokiji at the Akatsuki meeting and finally realized the gap between himself and Uehara Naraku.

Many years ago, Doflamingo painstakingly planted one of his subordinates as an undercover agent in the Navy. After all these years, that subordinate has finally risen to the rank of Vice Admiral in the G-5 branch.

What about Uehara Naraku?

They directly planted a Marine Headquarters Admiral as an undercover agent!

Doflamingo felt that his methods were inferior to those of Uehara Naraku. If the admirals of the Marine Headquarters were all on his side, wouldn't it be convenient for him to do whatever he wanted?

"Fufufufufu... Admiral Aokiji..."

Doflamingo opened his palm, his smile almost impossible to hide, and said, "Since we're all on the same side, I'll have to give you more support in my business!"

"..."

Aokiji couldn't help but frown.

Just as Aokiji was about to say something but was worried about causing trouble, Nico Robin grabbed Aokiji's wrist and spoke up for him.

"Doflamingo! Aokiji doesn't have time for your petty matters. I've heard about your business; don't let those troubles get to Aokiji."

"Nicole Robin, the Devil's Child..."

Doflamingo grinned and nodded: "Fufufufu... You're right, how can we waste a Commando Admiral's time on trivial matters!"

"alright."

Uehara Naraku interrupted their argument, waving his hand and saying, "Dover, Robin is right too. Admiral Aokiji is the candidate I intend to support to become the Fleet Admiral..."

"As expected of an adult..."

Doflamingo couldn't help but exclaim in praise, "A Marine Admiral is already astonishing enough, but it turns out you intend to use this opportunity to groom a Fleet Admiral..."

Doflamingo rubbed his forehead and chuckled sinisterly, "Fufufu... Yes, a Fleet Admiral is indeed more valuable than a Marine Admiral!"

It's all about perspective.

The difference in their perspectives is truly enormous.

Doflamingo deeply felt this gap. While he was still gloating over the opportunity to use an admiral, he did not expect that Uehara Naraku's ambition was even greater, and he wanted to directly support Aokiji to become the next Fleet Admiral!

Compared to the power of a naval admiral, the naval marshal who commands all the world's navies is on a completely different level.

Is this the mastermind behind the world's control?

One of his arrangements would be something Doflamingo wouldn't even dare to dream of.

Now that Doflamingo's Illusionary Body Technique has arrived, the entire Akatsuki organization has gathered, each playing a different role.

Uehara Naraku, a senior agent of Baroque Works, and a reserve member of the Navy's SWORD secret special forces.

Kabuto Yakushi, Navy Lieutenant Commander, member of the SWORD Secret Special Forces.

Kisame Hoshigaki, a candidate for the position of Shichibukai.

Uchiha Sasuke, vice-captain of the Spade Pirates.

Kakuzu, a bounty hunter and a candidate for the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Hidan, a bounty hunter.

Scorpion, a senior agent of Baroque Works.

Deidara, a senior agent of Baroque Works.

Black Zetsu, an intelligence member.

Nicole Robin, Vice President of Baroque Works.

Aokiji, Admiral of the Navy Headquarters.

Doflamingo, King of Dressrosa, current Shichibukai, and Joker, the head of the underworld.

"Now that everyone is here, let's begin our meeting!"

Uehara Naraku sat in his seat, slowly clasped his hands together, and said softly, "Perhaps I don't need to introduce you all. You all know the new members of Akatsuki, so I'll just get straight to our next steps."

Uehara Naraku's gaze fell on Uchiha Sasuke, because Sasuke's matter was related to his main mission, which was the most important thing.

Uehara Naraku whispered, "Sasuke, don't interfere in the battle between Portgas D. Ace and Whitebeard. He can't possibly be a match for Whitebeard. According to their rules, you should join the Whitebeard Pirates at that time."

"Hmph, I know."

Sasuke Uchiha crossed his arms and said coldly, "If I don't approve of that white-bearded man's strength and way of doing things..."

"hehe…"

Uehara Naraku opened his palm and chuckled, "What if Whitebeard could help Ace get rid of Gol D. Roger's shadow?"

Whitebeard is a man many pirates consider a father figure to them; he's very good to his son!

As is well known, the white-bearded man has an extremely strong personal charm.

Uehara Naraku firmly believed that there were not many people in this world who could resolve the inner turmoil in Ace's heart, and Whitebeard was definitely one of them.

"I know about the Whitebeard Pirates..."

Sasuke Uchiha's expression darkened. He stared at Naraku Uehara and questioned him, word by word, "Naraku Uehara, you... if you want to kill someone, why don't you just kill them directly? Now you're trying to create emotional bonds for Ace?"

"Isn't this the simplest thing?"

Uehara Naraku crossed his legs and slowly looked down at Uchiha Sasuke. He said softly, "There are some things you simply don't understand. You need to observe all of this unfold and monitor everything the Whitebeard Pirates do."

Uehara Naraku gazed at Uchiha Sasuke and said calmly, "When I set my sights on Portgas D. Ace, fate had already made its choice, and no matter how you interfere, you cannot change the outcome."

"You bastard..."

Sasuke Uchiha clenched his fists, staring intently at Naraku Uehara: "Naraku Uehara, is this simply your true nature... or is that guy's chakra increasingly influencing you?"

Uchiha Sasuke gritted his teeth and continued with dissatisfaction, "You should possess the human side, so why do you have a stronger desire to control other people's lives than the divine side..."

Sasuke Uchiha's attitude was a bit strange.

Sasuke definitely wouldn't dare to rebel against Uehara Naraku; he's probably been led astray and is always trying to awaken Uehara Naraku's humanity.

The feeling it gives people...

It's like hoping that Uehara Naraku can become a decent human being.

"Shut up!"

Uehara Naraku's face darkened, and he coldly interrupted Uchiha Sasuke. He felt a headache coming on whenever anyone mentioned the Sage of Six Paths' chakra.

Everyone present couldn't help but look at Uchiha Sasuke and Uehara Naraku, especially Aokiji and Doflamingo. The two of them subconsciously began to ponder Uchiha Sasuke's words, and the more they thought about it, the more alarming it became.

Divinity…

human nature…

Aokiji recalled the heartfelt respect that Kabuto Yakushi and Kisame Hoshigaki had for Uehara Naraku. Could this Uehara Naraku really be a god?

Of course, it couldn't possibly be some ridiculous creator god like the Celestial Dragons.

If it's true...

What exactly is this guy's goal?

Doflamingo was clearly more accepting of this because he had personally experienced Uehara Naraku's ability to revive the dead... Such a powerful being would certainly not allow something like the Celestial Dragons to tarnish his reputation, right?

"Uchiha Sasuke".

Uehara Naraku's expression gradually turned cold. He calmly said, "Just follow my plan obediently. Don't get too involved. This isn't your place!"

"…I see."

Sasuke Uchiha nodded and continued in a deep voice, "If there's nothing else for me, I'll be leaving now. I received word that Jinbe, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, is on his way to stop us from challenging Whitebeard. I need to take care of him..."

"Alright, go and arrest Jinbe!"

Uehara Naraku casually said, "After I finish here, I'll send Kisame straight to Fish-Man Island to take over Jinbe's position as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. As for Jinbe, let him stay with the Whitebeard Pirates as a pirate!"

"A flawless plan."

Kabuto adjusted his glasses and praised softly, "If we, after Sasuke captures Jinbe, go with the flow and confirm that Jinbe has completely sided with Whitebeard;

The World Government certainly won't stand idly by and watch a Shichibukai collude with one of the Four Emperors. They will definitely abolish his position as a Shichibukai, and we can then have Kisame take over without bloodshed…”

"Hmm, that's never really realistic."

Aokiji, clearly a bit naive, immediately poured cold water on Kabuto's idea: "Baroque Works is a key target of the Navy's crackdown; they might not allow a member of Baroque Works to replace a Shichibukai..."

"This is easy to solve."

Uehara Naraku glanced at Kisame Hoshigaki, then looked at Aokiji and said, "Kisame has left Baroque Works. The condition is that Kisame becomes one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea in exchange for assisting in the defeat of Baroque Works' boss, Crocodile. This condition..."

"Fufufufufu... It'll definitely work."

Before Aokiji could answer, Doflamingo grinned and replied, "As long as Kisame demonstrates his power in the battle against the boss of Baroque Works, those old fogies at the World Government will definitely agree to it!"

Kisame Hoshigaki grinned and said, "Looks like I'm going to bully Crocodile again? I have a feeling he'll hate me..."

"Kisame-san..."

Nico Robin couldn't help but rub her forehead and sigh, saying, "He already hated you to the core that day you humiliated him by soaking him in a fish tank..."

"How stingy! They clearly spared his life!"

Kisame Hoshigaki couldn't help but sigh.

After a moment of silence, Nico Robin shook her head and said, "I feel like you and Mr. Uehara are becoming more and more alike..."

Anyway…

So you're not even human anymore?

"alright."

Uehara Naraku waved his hand to interrupt their chatter and continued, "Also, besides Robin and me, Sasori and Deidara have directly defected from Baroque Works, let's see if they can also get a Shichibukai position in the future..."

"Um?"

Aokiji ignored everything else and only remembered that Uehara Naraku and Nico Robin would not betray Crocodile, which left Admiral Aokiji completely puzzled.

"I'm sorry, I didn't quite understand what you meant... Your Excellency... weren't you going to join the Navy's SWORD force?"

"There's no conflict between them!"

Uehara Naraku casually remarked, "If Mr. Crocodile demonstrates considerable strength during this campaign, the Navy certainly wouldn't mind if I continued to infiltrate his ranks, would they?"

"Of course I don't mind."

As a member of the SWORD unit, Kabuto Yakushi has a lot of authority to speak on this matter. He even added, "If Crocodile's power is too strong, Lord Naraku's value as an undercover agent will be even higher... I will also make this happen."

Everyone: "..."

You guys are really no good!

Nico Robin raised an important question: "But... does Crocodile really have that much power?"

"Mr. Crocodile is a man who fought Whitebeard!"

After finishing his sentence, Uehara Naraku chuckled and said, "I'll think of a way to make him stronger. You guys help out with the acting... This time, let Rear Admiral Drake of the Navy lead the way and have him report Crocodile's terror to the World Government!"

Everyone: "..."

Yes, we can confirm it now.

That poor Major General Drake…

This will likely be the only casualty in this battle.

In name, Major General Drake should have been in charge of the battle to wipe out Baroque Works, but he was instead manipulated into fighting Crocodile to the death.

This is too bad!

No, the most tragic person should be Crocodile.

After pondering for a moment, Aokiji glanced at Nico Robin beside him, then looked at Uehara Naraku: "Why are you and Robin still staying with Crocodile? It doesn't make any sense, does it?"

"We're entering a new world, and Mr. Crocodile is quite the catchy flag bearer..."

Uehara Naraku opened his palms and explained, "If I, such a powerful person, went to the New World without Crocodile's help, wouldn't I attract too much attention if I did something?"

Uehara Naraku tapped his fingers lightly on the table and said in a low voice, "Alright, let's force Crocodile to leave his homeland, Alabasta, and completely reshuffle the first half of the Grand Line!"

Third update...

I'll write more tomorrow.

Thanks to the generous donation from the generous donor "Paofa Pangdahai" (泡发胖大海), I owe three more chapters now, this is really killing me...

(End of this chapter)