Even with a System, You Still Have to Grind

Then, the learning mode began.

The members of the Uchiha Clan cherished this opportunity, for they knew their own situation; every bit of knowledge from this world was of vital importance.

Zoro, Luffy, and Usopp woke up the next day.

All three were severely injured, but their physical constitutions were truly formidable; aside from the intense pain of their wounds, they looked almost like normal people.

Once the three of them understood the situation, their expressions all turned grim.

"If you've got the guts, let me go and let's fight! I definitely won't lose!"

Luffy shouted defiantly.

However, Zoro's gaze was locked firmly onto Shisui and Itachi, because those two were carrying his swords at their waists!

The grudge of having one's sword stolen is irreconcilable!

Upon learning that he wouldn't die, Usopp relaxed significantly and lay on the ground, yawning in a completely dejected manner.

"Here's the latest news, take a look."

Uchiha Tamaharu took out a newspaper reporting on Fire Fist Ace's arrest and tossed it in front of Luffy.

Luffy had his head held high, ready to continue his shouting; despite being covered in injuries, he absolutely refused to back down.

But when he saw the image of Fire Fist Ace on the newspaper, his entire body immediately slumped down like a maggot, as both he and Zoro were bound like worms, with basically no possibility of breaking free.

"Ace. Ace has been captured!!"

After reading the news, Luffy's face was filled with disbelief.

The rest of the Straw Hat Crew felt terrible seeing Luffy like this, not knowing how to comfort him, because soon Luffy would be taken away as well.

"I'll give you a piece of secret information: the son of the One Piece Gol D. Roger, Fire Fist Ace, will be executed in a month or two, and it will be broadcast live."

Uchiha Tamaharu continued.

The plot had been altered by his own hand, so Uchiha Tamaharu decided to give Luffy a little more time to prepare.

Whether he could change the outcome depended entirely on himself.

"What did you say!!"

Luffy's eyes widened, filled with fury.

"The son of the One Piece, Ace?"

Sanji, standing to the side, exclaimed in shock.

"Isn't Luffy the son of Monkey D. Dragon, the leader of the Revolutionary Army?"

"Why would his brother be the son of the One Piece?"

"Is Monkey D. Dragon the One Piece?"

Sanji asked hurriedly.

"Sworn brothers, Ace and I are sworn brothers!"

Luffy gritted his teeth, but still answered the question.

"The place you are about to be taken to is the same prison as Fire Fist Ace; perhaps it's possible you will be executed alongside him."

"Whether you can change it depends on yourself."

After saying this, Uchiha Tamaharu didn't linger, leaving Luffy to his own thoughts.

His primary responsibility was his clan, and his secondary was completing missions; changing the plot was just something he put a little effort into on the side.

Following that, Uchiha Tamaharu continued his own training; even with a system, if he didn't grind, how could he compare to the protagonists?

"You're really amazing, you remembered everything I said!"

Chopper praised Uchiha Itachi.

It discovered that not everyone among these people was as annoying as that guy who called it a raccoon dog, even though they had captured it too.

This young man was quite good; he was very well-behaved, remembered everything it said, and could even immediately recreate the medicinal herbs it had just prepared.

Being a teacher to such a person made Chopper feel very happy.

"That is all thanks to Teacher Chopper's instruction."

Itachi smiled kindly.

He preferred this kind of life, days without war.

But now, for the sake of his clan, he had to work hard; he would help however much he could.

"Um... could I ask a favor of you!"

"My companions, their injuries are very severe; could you help treat them?"

"I'm not asking you to let them go, it's just that their injuries are truly quite serious, and they could be used for training guidance, so that shouldn't be a problem."

Chopper fidgeted a bit.

But it still spoke up decisively, as this concerned the physical health of its companions.

After Chopper finished speaking, he carefully watched Itachi's expression, only to find it had turned calm, which made him feel somewhat panicked.

"I need to ask the clan leader about this."

Itachi replied.

He then went to find Uchiha Tamaharu.

He returned quickly, having obtained permission.

"However, the clan leader said that if you dare to resist, the deal is off, and he will kill you all on the spot."

Itachi's words scared Chopper out of his wits.

Yet, he still began to treat everyone.

Shisui, on the other hand, was very cold; he had developed defenses against outsiders and would no longer be the same person who was deceived by the Third Hokage and Danzo back then.

Nami felt a bit annoyed, thinking it was incredibly rude that this man felt absolutely nothing toward her beauty.

The CP9 members changed their attitude, treating Franky poorly by questioning him directly and then ordering him to demonstrate his abilities.

Those from the Uchiha Clan who were interested would gather around to learn, mainly focusing on navigation techniques and Chopper's unique herbal medicine, both of which could be helpful.

As for ships, the ninjas didn't really care; after all, they could walk on water and swim, so they didn't pay much attention to vessels in this world where the sea was king.

Seven days passed in a row, and news arrived from the Navy that they would arrive tomorrow.

"You are the only one left without a seal placed on you. Because you are quite dangerous, I need to perform a more complex technique."

Uchiha Tamaharu said to Rob Lucci.

Among the other Shichibukai, if Kaku perhaps had a tiny chance of breaking free from the seal, then Rob Lucci had a much higher probability.

After all, if his Devil Fruit were to awaken, he might be able to withstand the power of a Chidori exploding from within.

Therefore, Uchiha Tamaharu prepared to learn from Madara Uchiha and place the seal directly on the heart, a position where it would be impossible to withstand the damage.

"It is my honor."

Rob Lucci lowered his head and bowed slightly.

"Itachi, and the raccoon dog, you two come over and help."

Uchiha Tamaharu then called the two of them over.

At the same time, he told them how to proceed.

Right now, Uchiha Tamaharu did not have the strength to cast a seal on the heart through the skin; he needed to open the chest.

A hole about the thickness of two fingers was sufficient, as long as there was a line of sight.

Then, under Chopper's shocked gaze, the seal was quickly completed, the wound was stitched up, and it was dressed with the herbs Chopper had prepared.

"I can destroy your heart at any moment."

"Do not have any other thoughts. Follow me, and I will lead you to become the strongest in this world."

Uchiha Tamaharu said to the CP9 group.

This was his first wave of henchmen, and they possessed significant potential, making them worth the effort.

"Yes!"

The members of CP9 had accepted their fate.

At the very least, this person was better than a scumbag like Spandam.

On the final night before the Navy arrived, Uchiha Tamaharu met with Luffy in private.

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