XX-level Hokage

"At that time, because... Gen was about to answer in the official language of the World Government, he was interrupted by Mashiro."

That's because the Celestial Dragons are descendants of 19 of the 20 kings who formed the World Government 800 years ago. They are descendants of the Creator and therefore enjoy special privileges.

Is that what you meant?

But isn't a century of world history missing? How can you be sure that something really happened in a missing history book, and even if it did, what does it have to do with the privileges they enjoy now?

In the Alabasta Kingdom's genealogy, the Nefertari royal family is now the Nefertari royal family. As descendants of one of the original 20, I have never seen the World Government or the Navy provide them with any protection.

The recent national incident was ultimately resolved thanks to me, an outsider.

"So, on what basis is your navy protecting these people?" Mashiro said slowly and deliberately.

Upon hearing this, Yuan's face turned pale. She didn't know how to answer. She only just learned that the current Nefit royal family were descendants of one of the "original 20".

“If you don’t believe me, you can ask the king there, Nefit D. Cobra, when we get to the Kingdom of Alabasta,” Mashiro added.

"So, you're trying to find the answer to this question through information in the historical text?" Yuan asked. "No, I want to know more."

The navy is not entirely righteous; it shelters villains who arbitrarily abuse civilians and slaughters an entire island for information it doesn't want the world to know.

Some pirates protect an island or even a country, and are not entirely evil. "Mashiro was interrupted by Sono before she could finish speaking.

"This is just an isolated case. In this world, most of the Navy is righteous, while most pirates are evil," Gion said firmly.

I certainly admit that. What I'm curious about is simply why there's evil mixed in with justice, and justice within evil. The Navy should be a pure and unwavering force of justice, yet it's inexplicably tainted by the Celestial Dragons, Ohara, and other such elements.

Pirates are supposed to be rampant and chaotic evil, yet strangely, they possess a steadfast sense of justice. "Mashiro said calmly. "So, you want to find the answer in the 'lost century'?" Sono's gaze towards Mashiro became complicated. "Perhaps, but since the World Government doesn't want it to be known, and Pirate King Roger already has the answer."

In a sense, the Poneglyphs are definitely the key to the answers. "Mashiro said excitedly, as she really enjoys jigsaw puzzles.

Chapter Thirty-Three: Corruption (Part Two)

“I think I know why Tsuru is helping you so much now. I’ve never thought about this before,” Sono said with a bitter tone. “This is the first time I’ve said these things to anyone else. Do you know why?” Makoto said with a light laugh.

As Yuan looked into Mashiro's eyes, her pure white pupils were deep and gentle, a strange red symbol suddenly flew out from within them. Yuan closed her eyes, and the symbol vanished, as if it had been an illusion.

"Because Vice Admiral Momousagi, you are the future of the Navy. As an admiral candidate, you even possess the ability to change the world's格局 (geju, a term referring to the overall situation or landscape). More importantly, I believe you are a Navy officer who can bear the weight of justice." Mashiro said softly.

"You want me to help you?" Sono asked calmly. Mashiro remained silent.

"I'll pretend I didn't hear what you just said." With that, Yuan turned and left.

[Garden Approval Rating +30] [Name: Garden (Peach Rabbit)]

Gender: Female Age: 28

Faction: Navy

Three types of Haki: Armament Haki, Observation Haki

Weapon: Jin Kunluo; Height: 190cm; Luck Value: 60; Approval Rating: 30%

Mashiro simply smiled at this. The seed had already been planted.

After defeating Crocodile, Mashiro still had enough Luck Points to draw three more times. Last night, Mashiro drew one.

The reward is a special ability called "Geass," activated through the eyes.

[GeaSs: The power of "fusion" can fulfill all the manipulator's desires. If one wishes to understand another's mind, one can merge into their thoughts and see their inner self.]

If one desires to know what others will do, one can merge into their thoughts and predict their actions; if one desires to receive love from others, one can merge into their thoughts and cause them to give love to oneself.

"Through sight, Geass can penetrate the impenetrable walls of the human mind and directly access the thoughts, spirit, and soul of others—an incredibly powerful ability, but also with numerous limitations."

For example, it requires direct eye contact, has an effective range of 273 meters, and can reflect images in mirrors. Different people will develop different abilities with Geass.

Mashiro's existence with the Rinnegan and the conflict between the divine technique Sumeru and Geass.

The system then optimized Geass, eliminating many of its limitations while also reducing its strength and directness. Thus, Mashiro's Geass was corrupted and born.

[GeasS - Corruption: A manifestation of the host's inner will, capable of corrupting the ethics, thoughts, and beliefs of the person being commanded.]

If Mashiro can make the opponent waver, then her Geass can be activated against them. The power of corruption is like a seed, hidden deep within the heart, constantly generating doubts and taking root.

"How vast this sea is," Mashiro murmured to herself, leaning against the railing of the warship. Meanwhile, in her room in Gion...

As Yuan lay in bed, Mashiro's words kept echoing in her ears.

As a candidate for general, she knew very well what kind of beliefs she should hold, but at this moment, a strange emotion kept clouding her mind. Her determination began to be overwhelmed by doubt.

“Justice, huh?” Gion murmured, gazing at the lieutenant general's cloak hanging on the wall. Soon, as night approached, the warship arrived at the port of the Alabasta Kingdom. “Alright, I won't see you off,” Gion said calmly.

"Okay, then, see you next time, Ms. Sono." Mashiro chuckled and hugged Sono.

Yuan was stunned for a moment, not only wondering why Mashiro knew her name, but also surprised by Mashiro's sudden hug. She instinctively wanted to resist, but Mashiro held her tightly in her arms.

With a height of 190cm, and a 170cm tall woman like Mashiro hugging her, her face buried right in her... It was truly... ah.

Women in this world have such great figures.

The sound of Shiro's breath hitting the garden floor... made her feel a little itchy.

And just then, Shiro's hands... rose up, tracing down Yuan's waist... until...

“…, Lady Momousagi,” Mashiro said softly. Then he released her.

He led Michita and Mariano off the warship.

Yuan stood there blankly, unsure of what to do, until Mashiro's figure disappeared. Then, her face suddenly turned red, and she crossed her arms and walked into the warship.

"Let's set sail."

Mashiro, carrying Michita and Marianu, flew through the desert, a gentle smile on her face. Transformation doesn't just corrupt the other's beliefs, it also enslaves their very being.

So when Mashiro was getting off the ship, she deliberately teased Sono, and it worked quite well. If it had been before, Sono would have definitely slashed her with a single blow.

The process of corruption is always imperceptible, and perhaps the garden is currently wondering about this. Until next time...

Soon, late at night, Mashiro and the other two arrived at the capital city of Alabasta.

When Kita and Mariano were led to their room, Mashiro quietly arrived at Vivi's palace. Vivi was sleeping at the time.

Mashiro opened Vivi's wardrobe, changed into a set of pajamas, then naturally pulled back the covers, lay down on Vivi's bed, and wrapped her arms around Vivi's waist.

"Who?" Vivi instinctively tried to get up after feeling the touch. "It's me," Mashiro said softly.

"Is Master back?" Upon hearing Mashiro's voice, Vivi instantly relaxed, leaning back slightly to allow Mashiro to hug her more tightly. "Just got back," Mashiro said softly.

"How did it go? To the Navy Headquarters?" Vivi asked with a smile.

"Not bad, it achieved its goal," Mashiro said softly. "That's good," Vivi nodded.

"Now that I have this identity, I'll make a mark tomorrow as the 'Seven Warlords of the Sea' sorcerer' mark. I'll hang it in the kingdom, and things like Baroque Works shouldn't happen again," Mashiro yawned and said softly.

"Master, I love you!" Vivi excitedly turned around and hugged Mashiro.

"You'd better go to sleep now, or you won't be sleeping tonight," Mashiro said with a smile, looking at Vivi in ​​her arms.

At first, Vivi didn't understand what Mashiro meant, until a warm tail gently tugged at her round buttocks. Vivi blushed instantly and quickly closed her eyes.

Seeing this, Mashiro gently pinched her cheek and closed her eyes as well. Mashiro pondered what had happened during her trip to Marine Headquarters.

During her trip to Naval Headquarters, Marianu's approval rating increased by 20, and her friendship with Sonoko increased by 30, bringing her total luck value to 355. [Name: Hinata Mashiro]

Gender: Female Age: 20 Luck Value: 355

Historical text collection count: 1/26 Lottery draw count: 2

Main quest progress: 01

The main quest progress remains unchanged; it's probably divided into different stages. The seeds of corruption have been sown in the garden; we should be able to reap the rewards next time we meet. And the crane—she seems to recognize me, just like Arlong in Cocoyasi Village.

There are two lottery draws left. I'll draw them all tomorrow. Lost in thought, Mashiro drifted off to sleep.

Chapter Thirty-Four: Farewell to the Desert Country

In the early morning, Mashiro gently opened her eyes. Vivi was no longer beside her; she must have already gotten up. She yawned softly and sat up.

The system panel then appeared. Alright, let's start the lottery.

As a white and a purple light flashed by, a system notification sounded.

Congratulations, host, you have received the following reward: Logia-type Rain-Rain Fruit Ability [Congratulations, host, you have received the following reward: Illusion Stone]

"???" I was genuinely surprised. Could it be such a coincidence?

[Logia-type Devil Fruit - Rain-Rain Fruit Ability: Originating from the Logia-type Devil Fruit - Rain-Rain Fruit, it allows the body to "transform into elements," thus rendering physical attacks ineffective, and...]

Able to use non-physical properties (elements) to restrain or attack enemies.

After examining it, Mashiro found that this ability had been optimized by the system, eliminating the weakness of being afraid of seawater and sea stone, but also adding many restrictions. For example, the elementalization had a time limit of 15 minutes. After 15 minutes of elementalization, it required an hour of cooldown before it could be activated again, and it also required consuming a certain amount of chakra.

It can be said that the Devil Fruit ability was transformed into a unique form of ninjutsu.

Mashiro breathed a slight sigh of relief. Although she was very interested in the power of Devil Fruits, she wasn't interested enough to actually eat one, since her fear of seawater and seastone was too great a drawback.

This system modification actually made her feel more at ease.

This ability is of paramount importance to Mashiro, especially the elemental transformation and immunity to physical attacks it contains, which eliminates Mashiro's only weakness.

Now, if Mashiro fights Isshiki again, she can completely ignore Isshiki's attacks and let him attack her at will. As for the chakra required to activate elemental transformation, one of the things Mashiro has the least to lack is chakra.

The second reward is an item.

[Void Stone: A condensation of spacetime power, capable of instantly teleporting the user to any time and location (Usage: 1 time)] "It seems to be a life-saving item. When facing an insurmountable enemy, it can be used to escape instantly, but there's an element of gambling involved."

"After all, the time and place of teleportation are not fixed," Mashiro muttered to herself.

This thing was almost useless to her, and she didn't believe that anyone in the world could defeat her with an absolute advantage.

“However, if my guess is correct, both Arlong and Tsuru have seen me, then I must have traveled back to the past of this world. In that case, I should be able to use this stone someday,” Mashiro continued.

She was somewhat puzzled. If she were to actually use this stone, under what circumstances would she do so? Could there truly be someone in this world stronger than her? (Spoiler alert: Mashiro accidentally uses it while drunk.)

Forget it, I won't think about it too much for now. Mashiro got up and started getting dressed.

"That's fine, I think it's not bad," Mashiro said softly.

Before them, on a huge black flag, a pair of milky-white eyes were clearly visible.

This is the symbol that Robin and Mariano set up at Mashiro's request. It belongs to one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea and is the symbol of a sorcerer.

According to Michita and Vivi's original design, Shiro's symbol should be like other pirates, based on a white scale, with white eyes and white wings, and preferably with a pink sword.

But Mashiro didn't really like this aesthetic; she wanted something neater and cleaner.

Then, Robin and Mariano, following Mashiro's request, established the current symbol, a pair of milky white eyes.