Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 498 I have a responsibility to make you realize what kind of organization Akatsuki is!

On a warship filled with orange trees.

When Uehara Naraku handed Mihawk the juice, he glanced discreetly at the cross on Mihawk's chest, then at the black knife beside Mihawk's hand.

Ok…

Kind of interesting.

The cross is a small knife.

That black sword is named Night, one of the twelve Supreme Grade Swords of this world, and is known as the strongest black sword in the world. It is the beloved sword of the world's greatest swordsman, Hawkeye Mihawk.

Hawkeye Mihawk took a sip of his juice and couldn't help but frown. "It's unimaginable why anyone would like to drink this kind of childish stuff..."

"hehe…"

Uehara Naraku's lips curled into a smile as he explained with a light laugh, "Perhaps it's because those people's families are quite strict!"

Uehara Naraku felt that his personality was becoming more and more friendly.

If it were in the past, Hawkeye Mihawk would have been beaten up and hung on the stern of the warship...

just now…

Uehara Naraku wouldn't do that.

Uehara Naraku glanced at his system panel and said softly, "Mr. Mihawk, there are enough rest rooms in the cabin. To avoid disturbing you, I didn't bring too many soldiers. We should arrive at the area where the Whitebeard Pirates and the Beast Pirates are fighting around tomorrow morning..."

"I see."

Hawkeye Mihawk nodded slowly, a hint of curiosity flashing across his face: "Colonel Uehara Naraku, are you a Devil Fruit user?"

"..."

Uehara Naraku thought for a moment, then nodded seriously and said, "You could say that, but he's not a complete ability user."

Ok…

That seems to be a valid point.

Now he can freely unleash many Logia-type Devil Fruit abilities.

Compared to the power of a Natural Fruit, Uehara Naraku's Haki is currently stronger. Recently, Uehara Naraku has been secretly operating in the waters near Wano Country, and even Nico Robin has been temporarily placed in Wano Country by him.

During this time, Uehara Naraku undertook some side quests or scenic missions on the Grand Line, and these ordinary voyages were surprisingly rewarding.

Side Quest: Continue sailing on the Grand Line (281/1000), quest incomplete, reward unknown.

feel…

It's like making him travel on the Grand Line on purpose.

Perhaps this is the meaning of the pirate world? As long as he continues to sail, his power will grow stronger and stronger, and sooner or later he will take over this world.

Really...

It's puzzling.

Uehara Naraku (Standard Form)

World Power: 5200000

Life Energy: 1215300

Conqueror's Haki: Top-tier

Armament Haki: 1215300

Observation Haki: 1215300

Life energy recovery: 1296/second

Armament Haki recovery: 1024/second

Observation Haki recovery: 1024/second

Remaining gold coins: 14210

During this time, Uehara Naraku allowed the Akatsuki members to wreak havoc on the seas while he secretly grew stronger.

Only now do I realize I'm starting to resemble a legitimate mastermind...

I was really too improper in the past.

The reason why Uehara Naraku was willing to show up today is naturally because Hawkeye Mihawk, as the world's greatest swordsman, has several missions to fulfill...

In addition, Uehara Naraku was also a little worried that if he sent out other members, they might run into trouble with Hawkeye Mihawk.

and…

This seemingly serious swordsman is quite interesting.

To be honest, the Akatsuki members are too unreliable. Those guys often act like scoundrels, and they desperately need a serious swordsman like this to raise the overall level of the Akatsuki.

The sun set.

The moonlight gradually brightened over the entire sea.

The warship, laden with orange trees, is still sailing.

Uehara Naraku slowly raised his finger, glancing at the battle between Sasori's Art Pirates and Gecko Moria. Their fight was estimated to last a long time.

Uehara Naraku frowned, then monitored the final battle between Uchiha Sasuke and Uzumaki Naruto. He estimated that the fight between those two would take even longer…

I have to say…

This world has greatly enhanced the abilities of ninjas, making their stamina more abundant. Both their physical attributes and chakra energy are gradually increasing.

That's a bit weird...

If it weren't for the Black Hole skill and the tenfold boost from the Ascension to Godhood, Uehara Naraku in his normal state wouldn't be confident of dealing with the combined attack of Uchiha Sasuke and Uzumaki Naruto.

Thinking of this, Uehara Naraku couldn't help but glance at Hawkeye Mihawk, the world's number one swordsman who even Whitebeard admired. Wouldn't it be troublesome to fight him?

Hawkeye Mihawk glanced at Uehara Naraku with surprise, frowned, and asked, "Colonel, what's wrong? Aren't you going to make dinner?"

"Uh, I forgot to bring the chef..."

Uehara Naraku glanced at his system panel, an awkward smile appearing on his face: "Sorry, I was only thinking about not letting those soldiers disturb you, and I completely forgot to bring a cook. My culinary skills are limited to rough grilled fish, I don't know..."

"Um?"

Hawkeye Mihawk frowned instinctively and asked, "So, is there enough food in the warship's galley?"

"Maybe so..."

The next moment, Uehara Naraku's fingers moved rapidly, and the seawater churned instantly, creating a spiral current that carried fish directly onto the deck!

Uehara Naraku nodded with satisfaction, then turned to Hawkeye Mihawk and said softly, "It should be ready now."

"..."

Mihawk's gaze grew increasingly sharp.

Since he boarded the warship, the naval captain in front of him has been displaying some strange abilities.

This guy…

That's really something!

Hawkeye Mihawk personally cooked dinner, and watching Uehara Naraku enjoying his meal in the restaurant, his mood subtly soured again.

This naval captain…

Is there really nothing wrong with his brain?

Over the years, Hawkeye Mihawk has met many people, and as he has met more and more people, he has grown to love his knife more and more.

However, this world's greatest swordsman had never really encountered a naval captain like Uehara Naraku, with his eccentric personality, audacity, and thick skin...

"alright."

After finishing his dinner, Uehara Naraku wiped his mouth contentedly, looked up at Mihawk sitting across the table, and slightly curled the corners of his mouth.

"As expected of the world's greatest swordsman, his skills are truly impressive..."

Uehara Naraku's eyes revealed sincerity as he earnestly asked, "Let's get down to business! Mr. Mihawk, would you like to come aboard this ship and be its cook?"

"..."

The air fell silent instantly.

A murderous aura gradually filled the ship's dining hall.

Killing intent is something a swordsman cultivates over many years of bloodshed. It can influence the surrounding environment based on the swordsman's emotions, let alone the world's number one swordsman right before us!

Hawkeye is the world's greatest swordsman!

How could I possibly stoop to being a cook on a warship!

Everyone knows this is absolutely impossible; it's an insult to Hawkeye Mihawk!

This guy named Uehara Naraku is provoking him!

This guy…

Either they're incredibly strong, or they've gone mad!

Djorkol Mihawk stared calmly at Uehara Naraku, his expression cold as he spoke, "Do you know what you're saying...?"

"Very clear."

Uehara Naraku slowly tapped his fingers, ignoring Hawkeye Mihawk's murderous intent, and continued with a smile, "This ship is now my vessel. Not many people can board this ship, so naturally, the chef cannot be chosen arbitrarily..."

"Boring."

Djorkol Mihawk interrupted Uehara Naraku, reaching for the black sword beside him, a hint of impatience on his face: "When I boarded this warship, I thought I'd met an interesting fellow and was about to embark on an interesting journey..."

The next moment, Jorah Mihawk pointed his black blade at Uehara Naraku and continued in a cold voice, "You are the second person to break my limit of patience. Just because you've gained a little power, you want to..."

"Wait, who was the first person?"

Uehara Naraku's focus was clearly different. He stroked his chin and slowly asked, "Red-haired Shanks, one of the Four Emperors?"

"..."

Mihawk paused for a second.

Uehara Naraku was clearly right.

The battle between Mihawk and Shanks is still fresh in Mihawk's mind. He even traveled to Shanks's territory multiple times to spar with him, only stopping after the Yonko lost an arm.

Even so, Hawkeye Mihawk acknowledged Shanks's friendship and understood the extent of Shanks's eccentricity, greatly increasing Mihawk's tolerance limit...

Uehara Naraku's question directly interrupted Djorkol Mihawk's train of thought and what he was about to say...

Now is not the time to talk about Shanks!

"..."

Dracule Mihawk abruptly twisted the black sword in his hand, pointing it at Uehara Naraku and coldly said, "Nameless wretch, don't waste our time. State your real name and identity. Someone like you could never be an ordinary Marine!"

"Isn't this a bit too hasty?"

Uehara Naraku shook his head and sighed.

However, after sighing, Uehara Naraku did not delay any longer.

The next moment, Uehara Naraku, supporting himself on the table, slowly stood up and stared into Hawkeye's eyes, his expression gradually becoming calm.

"dawn…"

The first word Uehara Naraku uttered made Mihawk's eyes light up, because this name had caused quite a stir on the high seas not long ago!

It was the appearance of Itachi Uchiha from the Akatsuki organization that led to the failure of the Navy's encirclement and suppression of Sasuke Uchiha!

It is said that…

This is a deeply hidden organization!

Furthermore, there have been some rumors circulating on the high seas recently that Sasuke Uchiha of the Whitebeard Pirates seems to be one of the members who defected from the Akatsuki organization…

It is said that Kisame Hoshigaki, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, may also have some mysterious connection with the Akatsuki organization, which has not yet been clarified; while Kaido, one of the Four Emperors who dominates the latter half of the New World, seems to have become an ally of the Akatsuki organization.

"Are there any members of Akatsuki?"

Mihawk gripped the black knife tighter and tighter, a hint of seriousness creeping into his eyes: "How did you manage to track me down? If I remember correctly, we shouldn't have any connection..."

"No."

Uehara Naraku slightly curled the corners of his mouth, held up one finger, and shook his head: "Should I remind Mr. Mihawk?"

Uehara Naraku looked at Hawkeye Mihawk, his smile deepening: "Do you remember what you said to Uchiha Itachi? Akatsuki is an unknown little organization..."

next moment…

A fierce glint suddenly appeared in Uehara Naraku's eyes!

"As the leader of Akatsuki..."

Uehara Naraku slowly closed his hands, the cracking of his knuckles gradually becoming audible: "I have a full responsibility to come here specifically to inform Mr. Mihawk..."

A domineering aura gradually emanated from Uehara Naraku, his gaze turning subtly sinister: "I'll make you clearly understand what kind of organization Akatsuki really is!"

Third update!

sleep!

(End of this chapter)