Naruto: Copy System

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Akainu led the Marines away, his expression grim. If the Celestial Dragons were truly gone, the seas would descend into utter chaos.

He also found himself questioning the very purpose of the Marines. The Marines had been established by the Five Elders as an institution to combat pirates.

But now, with the Five Elders gone, what was their purpose? What were they even fighting for?

Even a man as resolute as Akainu couldn’t help but feel lost.

Whitebeard didn’t pursue Akainu. Even if he did, there was no guarantee he could finish him off now. Their grudge could wait.

He was too stunned by what Shin had revealed: the Celestial Dragons were finished.

What would be the fallout? The entire world would be shaken, and even Whitebeard couldn’t predict where things would go from here.

“Thank you, Whitebeard.”

Shin said.

“GURARARARA! No need to thank me. This just settles the score between us,” Whitebeard said with a booming laugh.

“I just never thought you could actually topple the Celestial Dragons. I, Whitebeard, declare you the strongest.”

“…”

Hearing Whitebeard’s words, a strange expression crossed Shin’s face. Had Whitebeard been possessed by Madara Uchiha? He had just stolen Madara’s iconic line.

“This world is on the verge of a massive upheaval. I’m honored to witness this era—an era that belongs to you.”

Whitebeard spoke with a hint of emotion. If Roger was the one who started the Great Pirate Era, then Shin was the one who truly changed the world.

The Celestial Dragons were a stone pressing down on everyone’s heads. Whitebeard had never believed that even Dragon could overthrow them.

But now, the Celestial Dragons had been erased at Shin’s hands.

“This upheaval is something our Whitebeard Pirates need to prepare for. Farewell. I’ll treat you to a drink sometime.”

“I’ll pass on the drink. The sake on your ship isn’t that great,” Shin called back. He’d tried it once before and wasn’t impressed.

Whitebeard and his crew departed.

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“I imagine it’ll only take half a day for your name to spread across the entire world,”

Olvia said to Shin. Destroying the Celestial Dragons was an event too monumental to be covered up.

Besides, there was no one left who would even try to cover it up.

“Honestly, I don’t really care about that.”

Shin shrugged, completely indifferent to fame.

“But I bet some people are thrilled right now. I helped them achieve their goals, and I didn’t even charge them a fee. I really got the short end of the stick.”

Shin thought of Dragon. The one who stood to gain the most from this was Dragon. He had done practically nothing, and now the Celestial Dragons and the Five Elders were gone.

“Actually, I think he’ll come to you himself,” Amatsuki Toki said to Shin.

If she guessed correctly, Dragon would definitely come. He’d want to probe Shin’s intentions. After all, even though Shin had left this massive prize on the table, Dragon wouldn’t dare snatch it without permission.

Shin and his crew returned to their territory. In truth, ever since he had eliminated the Celestial Dragons, the entire world was his territory.

Sure enough, just as Amatsuki Toki had predicted, not long after Shin returned, Dragon arrived.

Shin didn’t turn him away.

“We meet again, Dragon,” Shin said with a faint smile.

“Yes, we meet again.” Dragon’s gaze was complex as he looked at Shin and let out a sigh.

“I never thought you could accomplish something like this on your own.”

He truly hadn’t. To think that Shin Uzumaki, by himself, could completely overthrow the Celestial Dragons and turn the world upside down.

“Alright, let’s skip the pleasantries. Just tell me why you’re here.”

Shin had no interest in small talk with Dragon. He was more interested in Dragon’s purpose.

“My reason for coming is simple. I want to invite you to be our leader and take control of this world.”

Dragon looked up at Shin with a serious expression.

“Oh? And why would you offer me such a good deal?” Shin asked, looking at Dragon calmly.

“Your strength… I don’t have your strength. With your power, you can bring peace to this world.”

Dragon said with utmost seriousness. Only Shin was fit to be the king of this world. Dragon was being sincere.

He had no personal ambition—he just wanted to change the world and free it from the rule of the Celestial Dragons.

“Unfortunately, I have no interest in this world.”

Shin’s expression was calm. For others, the chance to rule the world might be tempting.

But for Shin, the world of One Piece was just a stop on his journey. He wouldn’t stay here forever.

Having seen more, Shin’s perspective had broadened. His gaze was fixed on a much wider horizon, not just this little corner of the universe.

Dragon looked up, his face filled with astonishment. To think he would refuse such an offer.

“Actually, you can do whatever you want. I won’t interfere in any of this world’s affairs.”

Shin waved his hand, making Dragon feel as if he were dreaming.

He had made a great resolution to come and invite Shin to be the king of this world.

If he could, Dragon would have wanted to change the world himself, but he knew his strength wasn’t enough.

And he had to see what Shin Uzumaki’s intentions were. Dragon wouldn’t dare to act on his own.

“Why?” Dragon couldn’t help but ask. Shin Uzumaki was the strangest person he had ever met.

“There’s no why. By the way, if you happen to collect any Devil Fruits, you can hand them over to me. Consider it a trade.”

Shin waved his hand. Why become the king of this world? To Shin, it was worthless.

The two of them had different perspectives, so Dragon couldn’t understand Shin.

“Alright. Thank you,” Dragon said to Shin with deep gratitude.

Shin’s words were a tacit approval of their actions. He wouldn’t interfere, and that was all that mattered.

“No need to thank me. Whether you can actually take over this world is still up in the air.” Shin looked at Dragon. Of course, Shin was still optimistic about Dragon’s chances.

On the seas now, the only ones with the strength to contend for power were Dragon, Red-Haired Shanks, Whitebeard, and Akainu.

It was uncertain if Akainu would try to seize power, and Red-Haired Shanks was also an unknown. As for Whitebeard, he probably wouldn’t get involved.

At his age, Whitebeard was unlikely to participate. Besides, his ambition wasn’t that great. Among the Four Emperors, Whitebeard’s ambition was probably the smallest.

He had experienced too much and had seen through it all, just like Shin. Because he knew too much, he had no ambition for this world.

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