That's right.
Naruto's true identity was no longer a secret.
When people of this world started calling him "Uzumaki Naruto," the ninja from the Shinobi World quickly realized sothing was off.
Why were they calling Namikaze nma "Uzumaki Naruto"?
Who was Uzumaki Naruto?
Wasn't that the na of Konoha's Kyūbi Jinchūriki!?
And once they connected the dots—Uchiha mbers, Karin Uzumaki, and Naruto's hatred toward Konoha—they ca to a shocking conclusion.
Naruto didn't bother hiding anymore. He directly confessed his identity.
And when they learned he was truly the Kyūbi Jinchūriki—and still so young—
Every ninja was utterly stunned.
Was this kid even human!?
So young, yet already at elite jōnin level?
"I actually did that with such a little kid…"
Guren blushed furiously as she did push-ups, sneaking glances at Naruto's figure.
Just rembering the absurd things from before made the mature onee-san feel unbearably flustered.
"Namikaze nma… Uzumaki Naruto… No wonder he hated Konoha so much… And he's actually the Fourth Hokage's son…"
Uchiha Izumi, on the other hand, looked thrilled:
"If it's Naruto-dono, he can definitely lead our Uchiha back to Konoha…"
Of course, Naruto was unaware of their thoughts.
Not that he cared much—anyone he brought with him was absolutely loyal.
The only one he didn't plan to bring back was Kimimaro. He might as well leave him here to manage Fishman Island.
As these thoughts passed through his mind, Naruto suddenly called out:
"Marco, what's wrong? Out of stamina already after just two days?"
He had sensed that Marco's strength was beginning to wane.
Marco twitched. "You serious? We've been fighting for two whole days and nights. Don't you ever get tired?"
"This is nothing!" Naruto shook his head and slamd another Busoshoku Haki (Armant Haki)-coated punch at him.
With his Uzumaki constitution, the power of the Kyūbi, and now the body of the One Piece world…
He might not be the strongest in sheer strength…
But when it ca to stamina, he was absolutely top-tier.
Right now, Naruto felt like he could keep fighting Marco for another two days straight without breaking a sweat.
Marco's mouth twitched. A brief lapse in concentration, and BOOM—Naruto's punch slamd into his face.
"BOOM!!!"
Marco's body was hurled through the air, crashing into a distant hill and leaving behind a massive crater.
The fad "Phoenix" and vice-captain of the Whitebeard Pirates finally raised a hand in surrender.
"I'm done… my body's too beat up. If you really want to keep sparring, at least let heal first…"
To him, these past two days had been a literal nightmare.
Naruto had too many damn techniques. One second it was a regular punch, the next it was Ōdama Rasengan (Giant Rasengan), then suddenly two Fūton: Rasenshuriken (Wind Style: Rasenshuriken), or even Dai Enkai: Entei (Great Fla Ring: Fla Emperor).
Honestly, it was lucky that it was him. If it had been soone else—say, Diamond Jozu—Naruto probably would've shattered his diamond form by now.
Naruto considered for a mont and figured Marco wouldn't be able to escape even if freed, so he deactivated the Kongō Fūsa (Adamantine Sealing Chains).
The sound of golden chains loosening echoed out.
Feeling the bindings co undone, Marco instantly activated his Phoenix powers. Azure flas engulfed his body, wings bursting forth as he fully embraced his Zoan form and began rapidly healing his injuries and fatigue.
Still, he didn't flee. Instead, he looked solemnly at the golden-haired youth.
This guy… is a monster.
Just two days ago, his Busoshoku Haki and Kenbunshoku Haki (Observation Haki) had allowed him to completely suppress Naruto.
But in just two days, this youth had grown at a shocking pace—now they were fighting evenly.
After so thought, Marco said:
"Uzumaki Naruto… have you considered joining the Whitebeard Pirates?"
"Fishman Island is part of our territory. But if you joined us, it wouldn't be impossible to give it to you."
"And Pops… he's a good man."
"Heh…" Naruto let out a cold laugh. He casually picked up a newspaper and waved it.
"And what, go to war with the Marines alongside your crew?"
Marco's face stiffened before he gave a bitter smile and shook his head.
That was his intention.
Naruto's strength was at least Admiral-level—and the versatility of his shinobi abilities made him unpredictable.
If he joined the Whitebeard Pirates, they might even have a shot at saving Izo.
Just as Marco was lost in thought, Naruto's gaze fell on the newspaper in his hand. Two faces were pictured behind bars—
Izo of the Whitebeard Pirates, and Luffy of the Straw Hat Pirates.
"Catching Izo is one thing… but they actually arrested Luffy too? The Marines are done for," Naruto muttered, rubbing his chin.
He didn't even dare imagine how insane the upcoming Marineford War was going to be.
The Whitebeard Pirates were guaranteed to show up.
But not just them—Shanks' Red-Hair Pirates would likely arrive, and Ace's Spade Pirates were sure to take part.
Even Dragon of the Revolutionary Army might appear to rescue his son.
On top of that, Garp's stance was still unknown. Unlike with Ace, Luffy was his real grandson.
"Think about it… Whitebeard, Red-Hair, Rayleigh, Dragon, Garp… tch, the strongest figures in the world might all show up."
Naruto took a sharp breath, eyes glowing with fiery excitent.
"Thinking about it like that… maybe I should go. I might never get to witness a spectacle like this again."
After thinking for a while longer, Naruto's burning gaze turned to Marco.
"Marco, you done resting? This ti I won't limit your Devil Fruit powers—co at !"
Marco's eyelid twitched. Still, he nodded.
"More or less…"
"HAHAHA!" Naruto roared as he charged forward. "This ti I'm going all out—brace yourself!"
"Hachimon Tonkō Dai Ichi Mon: Kai Mon—Kai!"
(Eight Gates Released Formation, First Gate: Gate of Opening—Open!)
"Kyūmon: Kyū Mon—Kai!"
"Seimon: Gate of Life—Open!"
"Shōmon: Gate of Pain—Open!"
"Tomon: Gate of Limit—Open!"
Opening five gates in a row, Naruto's body surged with violent green chakra flas, the ground beneath his feet splitting from the raw force.
The overflowing chakra created a visible pressure in the air around him.
"WHAT!?"
Marco's expression changed dramatically.
He hadn't expected Naruto to have another power-up thod.
At the sa ti—
On the ocean's surface 10,000 ters above—
The Whitebeard Pirates had arrived.
Dozens of pirate ships coated with a shiny mbrane—like soap bubbles—descended toward Fishman Island.
On the main ship, the navigator locked onto the target and shouted at the top of his lungs:
"This is the place! Begin the descent!"
(End of Chapter)
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