Uchiha Puppet Master, Starting from One Piece.

She frowned, raised her head, and looked up at the sky.

Suddenly, a crack appeared in the void. The crack was small, but it emitted a faint light, and something on the other side seemed to be drawing her in.

A not-so-strong suction force came from the gap.

She didn't resist; she simply let the suction force pull her in, carrying her Zanpakuto and the Asauchi she was about to unleash...

"Anyway, with that guy Yamamoto around, Soul Society can stay peaceful forever..."

A long-lost smile appeared on her lips.

She could sense that there was someone on the other side of the gap.

Uchiha Hakuha.

The name inexplicably surfaced in her mind.

Chapter 69 Introduction

The rift in the void slowly widened above the bow of the ship, and a pale golden halo rippled outwards like waves, carrying a peculiar spiritual pressure that did not belong to this sea.

The sea breeze seemed to freeze at that moment, and even the sound of the waves crashing against the ship's hull seemed to have become a little lower. Only Bai Yu's clothes continued to flutter, and the crimson Sharingan and Blood Tears shimmered in the moonlight.

"Damn it, my eyesight is getting worse..."

A slender yet upright figure slowly emerged from the gap.

Retsu Unohana was still wearing her signature white captain's haori, with the Fourth Division's crest embroidered on the hem. Her long black hair was loosely tied up in front of her chest, with a few strands falling down her neck, making her clean-cut face appear even more aloof.

With her left hand holding her Zanpakuto and several Asauchi swords in her right, she calmly swept her gaze across everything on the deck: Connor curled up in Robin's arms, Rangiku sleeping soundly against the mast, and the puppets standing motionless in the corners.

When her gaze fell on Bai Yu and the shapeless doll at Bai Yu's feet, a slight ripple finally appeared in her usually calm eyes.

"Uchiha Hakuba?"

She spoke softly, her voice like jade that had been soaked in ice water, calm yet with an indescribable charm: "Did you summon me? What a strange ability, that I can actually know the name of a stranger."

Shiraha nodded slightly, his Sharingan slowly fading from crimson to deep black, and he wiped away the blood and tears from the corner of his eyes: "Welcome to this sea, Captain Unohana."

Unohana nodded, seemingly knowing what she should do, and her spirit entered the doll that had been prepared beforehand.

Bai Yu's voice wasn't loud, but it was just enough to wake the people on the deck.

Matsumoto Rangiku was the first to sit up.

The wine jar in her arms clattered to the ground, and then her beautiful eyes widened as she stared at the woman on the ground who had just gotten up, wearing the captain's haori. Her breathing became rapid.

"Th-that is..."

Rangiku's voice trembled with disbelief. She staggered to her feet, her steps unsteady, and pointed at Retsu Unohana: "The haori of the captain of the Gotei 13?"

She had lived in Rukongai for so many years, and although she had never seen a Shinigami captain, she knew the captain's distinctive attire.

It was obvious that she didn't recognize the woman in front of her, but she recognized that this kind of clothing was something only the captain of the 13th Division could wear.

Matsumoto Rangiku's excitement was practically written all over her face. She rushed to Unohana Retsu, her gaze sweeping over his captain's haori and the Zanpakuto at his waist as if confirming something. Even the smell of alcohol on her body seemed to have dissipated: "I am Matsumoto Rangiku from Rukongai, Captain..."

Unohana Retsu looked at the blonde woman in front of her, her face flushed and her words incoherent, and a barely perceptible smile flashed in her eyes.

She nodded slightly as a greeting, her gentle demeanor only making people feel closer to her.

Nico Robin had already woken up by then.

She gently patted Connor's back, hugged the little girl tighter, and calmly observed Retsu Unohana.

As a survivor of Ohara who had read countless ancient books, she felt that the woman in front of her had a gentle and peaceful aura, like a spring breeze, which made her feel at ease.

Only Uchiha Hakuba knew that beneath Unohana Retsu's calm exterior lay a sharp, unsheathed blade—an aura possessed only by those who had endured countless battles.

"This lady."

Robin's voice was soft yet clear: "Are you also from another world?"

"Another world?"

Retsu Unohana repeated the word, looked down at the deck beneath her feet, then looked up at the boundless sea. Moonlight shone on her face, giving it a soft glow: "I see. This is indeed not Soul Society. What an amazing ability."

Then he turned his gaze to Uchiha Shiroha: "What a strange ability. I feel inexplicably close to you. Is this also an effect of your ability?"

Bai Yu stepped forward at the opportune moment and began to introduce: "Everyone, this is Retsu Unohana, the captain of the 4th Division of the Gotei 13 from Soul Society. She is not only a healer with superb medical skills, but also a master swordsman with unparalleled skill."

"Swordsmanship mastery?!"

Rangiku gasped in surprise, her eyes widening even further.

Before she could finish speaking, Retsu Unohana gently raised her hand to interrupt her.

Unohana Retsu's gaze fell on Shiroha, and the smile on her lips deepened: "I haven't really wielded a sword in five hundred years. I wonder if I can still keep up with the pace of this world. Besides, being a doctor who heals others is quite interesting."

Connor peeked out from Robin's arms, his little head turning curiously back and forth, looking at the Zanpakuto at Unohana Retsu's waist, and asked softly, "Sister, is your sword also used for fighting? Is it as powerful as Shiraha-nii's?"

Retsu Unohana looked down at Connor, a hint of tenderness instantly appearing in her cool eyes. She gently shook her head: "This knife is now used more to save people."

"So, it turns out that Bai Yu-jun also fights with a sword?"

After speaking, Unohana Retsu looked at Uchiha Shiraha with a smile.

The light belt around her waist suddenly trembled slightly, emitting a clear, melodious hum, as if responding to its owner's words.

Bai Yu felt a chill run down his spine, as if he were being stared at by some terrifying creature. He then smiled and turned to point at Robin and Connor: "Captain Unohana, this is Nico Robin, our ship's archaeologist. Her knowledge is beyond imagination. This little guy is Connor. Don't let his cute appearance fool you; he's actually a dragon with terrifying fighting power."

He then pointed to Rangiku, who was still excited: "Matsumoto Rangiku, also from the Rukongai in Soul Society, well, an ordinary soul with the potential to become a Shinigami."

Retsu Unohana nodded slightly and smiled politely at Robin and Connor. The smile was faint, but enough to make people feel good.

Rangiku finally calmed down a bit. She rubbed her hands together and said excitedly, "Captain Unohana, it's so great that you could come. From what Shiraha said, your medical skills are excellent. We are just short of a doctor on our ship. Your doctor must be the strongest in Soul Society. We won't have to worry about anyone getting injured anymore."

Robin nodded in agreement, saying, "That's true. When sailing on this vast ocean, injuries and illnesses are inevitable. With you here, our safety will be greatly improved."

Retsu Unohana looked down at the medicine box she was carrying, then at the people on the deck, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.

Chapter 70 Yachiru

Five hundred years of peaceful life, day after day of healing and saving lives, had long since made her forget the joy of wielding a knife. Now it seems there is a place where she can use her medical skills and also wield a knife.

Standing on this unfamiliar sea, looking at these unfamiliar yet friendly faces, she suddenly felt that perhaps this summons was not a bad thing after all.

"Alright."

She said softly, "Then I'll have to trouble you all to guide me from now on."

Bai Yu watched this scene unfold, his smile growing even wider.

He could feel that the aura emanating from Retsu Unohana was slowly merging with the aura of the sea, and the progress bar of his cheat system had jumped up significantly, almost filling up completely.

The day after Retsu Unohana joined the Dawn, the horizon had just parted to reveal a sliver of dawn, and a cool sea breeze carrying a salty, fishy smell swept across the deck, while the morning dew on the ship's side still held the lingering chill.

"Mr. Bai Yu."

Retsu Unohana's voice was light and calm. She had changed out of the slightly wrinkled captain's haori she wore the night before.

She wore a clean black robe over her plain white kimono, her black hair was loosely tied in front of her chest, with a few strands falling beside her cheeks, and she held the Zanpakuto in her hand, which she had not yet drawn.

At this moment, Uchiha Hakuba was leaning against the mast, wiping his Kusanagi sword, the blade gleaming silver like frost.

Hearing the sound, he looked up and saw Retsu Unohana standing at the stern of the ship, her gaze fixed on the sword in his hand, a faint smile on her lips.

"Captain Unohana".

Bai Yu put away the cloth, then lightly flicked the hilt of the Kusanagi sword with his fingertip, producing a clear and melodious ringing sound.

"So early, is something the matter?"

"I have nothing to do."

Unohana Retsu walked slowly closer, her footsteps so light they seemed to be treading on clouds, making no sound at all.

"I heard from Rangiku that Shiraha-kun's swordsmanship is extraordinary, and that he has even sparred with the top swordsmen of the Grand Line, so I thought I'd like to learn a thing or two from him."

She paused, her gaze sweeping over a solitary island rising from the horizon in the distance: "Perfect, that deserted island ahead is undisturbed, why don't we go there and have a proper spar?"

Bai Yu's pupils contracted slightly. Good heavens, the thousand-year-old Kenpachi is going to bully a child.

"Captain Unohana, I actually thought you could hold out for a few more days, but I didn't expect you to give up on the second day?"

Then, a fierce smile appeared on his lips, and his Sharingan swirled in his eyes, a flash of crimson light disappearing in an instant: "Although I am very eager to do so, I must first explain, Captain Unohana, due to the limitations of your physical body, your strength has not yet reached its peak. You still need a long time to hone your new body."

"no problem."

Feeling her body grow weak, Retsu Unohana chuckled softly: "From now on, you can call me Unohana, or Yachiru... or Retsu-neechan is fine too!"

It's a monster... starting to act young...

The Dawn's anchor quickly sank into the shallows near the island's shore, the ship rocked gently, and then came to a steady stop. Robin stood on the deck, holding Connor who was still yawning, while Rangiku leaned against the gunwale, holding a jar of sake in her hand, her eyes fixed intently on the two who were about to land on the island.

"Bai Yu has been really into fighting these past few days."

Rangiku clicked her tongue, her eyes filled with excitement: "Captain Unohana, I wonder how long Shiraha can hold on."

Robin gently patted Connor's back, her gaze calmly settling on Retsu Unohana's retreating figure: "Shiroha's swordsmanship, combined with the Sharingan's perception, is incredibly powerful, but..."

Her voice lowered slightly: "I heard from Shiraha that Captain Unohana's swordsmanship is the best in Soul Society. It's hard to imagine such a gentle Unohana-senpai wielding a sword."

On the deserted island, vegetation grows luxuriantly, and strange rocks abound.

Shiraha and Muno Hana Retsu stood facing each other, about ten steps apart.

The sea breeze lifted the hem of his white robes. He held the Kusanagi sword, its tip pointing diagonally at the ground. His Sharingan was fully activated, the three tomoe spinning rapidly, capturing every subtle movement of Retsu Unohana. Her breathing rate, the way she held the sword, even the arc of her flowing robes were clearly captured and analyzed.

This is definitely a great learning opportunity; the Sharingan will allow him to learn a lot.

"Bai Yu-jun, please."

Retsu Unohana nodded slightly, her tone still gentle, but the hand gripping her Zanpakuto suddenly tightened.

Before he finished speaking, Bai Yu's figure darted out like a gust of wind!

He didn't use any fancy moves, but directly unleashed the starting stance of the Uchiha-ryu swordsmanship. The blade of the Kusanagi sword sliced ​​through the air with a piercing whistle, and the tip of the sword, leaving a trail of afterimages, stabbed straight at Unohana Retsu with astonishing speed.

However, in the face of this sword, Retsu Unohana simply turned slightly to the side.

Her movements were incredibly slow, like she was dancing an elegant waltz. Even though Bai Yu's sword tip was already within reach, it missed by just a fraction of a second, grazing her temple and lifting a strand of black hair.

"Such a fast sword."