SailorStar9: So with Chapter 267 uploaded, this is Chapter 268 of this fic. . For everyone who put this fic on your favorited and followed lists and/or story alerts, thank you, but remember everyone, a lot of authors (myself included) sustain on readers' reviews.

Pairings: Married!Ace/Sasha, Sibling!Luffy/Sasha, Sibling!Sabo/Sasha, Background Protector!Law/Sasha

Disclaimers: One Piece belongs to Oda Eiichirō-sensei. Me, on the other hand, own absolutely nothing, except my OC, the pairing and the fic idea.

Chapter 268: Arc 16: Bringing Down the Emperor - A Secret Raid Operation Begins


"The Wano people's people loyalty to Oden-sama hasn't disappeared completely." Kin'emon related. "We were in despair about how Wano was changed and wandered about this tainted land. We thought Wano had no future. With that," he continued, recalling how there was still an entire group of rebels willing to aid them. "We could keep our hope alive thinking that there might be a future for Wano. We asked Kiku to investigate the enemies and me, Kanjuro, Raizo and Momonosuke-sama, the four of us, set out on a journey to recruit allies. Even leaving this country is a crime. So as soon as someone spotted us, they gave chase. On top of that, since we didn't know how to sail, we tried to reach Zou but we were shipwrecked in no time. The ship was smashed up and we got separated from Raizo. We were washed ashore on Dressrosa within an inch of death, but were chased by Doflamingo who was connected to Kaido and got separated from Momonosuke-sama who boarded an unknown ship by mistake. And I got separated from Kanjuro while pursuing Momonosuke-sama. Just like that, we fell apart after we left Wano. Even at Punk Hazard where I made to, looking for Momonosuke-sama, Caesar stood in my way as Kaido's puppet. Plus, I was chopped up by Law-dono, who is now my ally. And I was in deep trouble. That's when I met you guys. Looking back, it was crisis after crisis, but I met good people. I was able to find dependable allies who I could trust with my life and I came back. Orochi's forces mentioned our name, but they do not really believe this is happening, and that is good for us. They think of us merely as ghosts. That is why we have not been placed on the wanted list yet and they have not noticed that we reentered this country."

"I did not know, either, even though we are on the same side." Okiku pouted.

"I am sorry about that." Kin'emon apologized. "In this battle, it is important to keep our presence from Kaido and the others an absolute secret. We are up against huge armies led by Kaido and Kurozumi Orochi. On the other hand, we have the Straw Hats led by Luffy-dono, the Heart Pirates led by Law-dono, the Mink Tribe, Dogstorm's Musketeers and Cat Viper's Guardians and samurai with rebellious minds who we are recruiting now. It is ideal to have five thousand people. But we are not looking to have a war; we want to secretly collect information on our enemies, Kaido and the others, and prepare a plan to behead their leaders. The battle will take place on an island called Onigashima where Kaido and the Animal Kingdom Pirates have their base."

"An island?" Brook echoed. "Even within Wano, we have to cross the sea?"

"That's right." Kin'emon nodded. "Since it's very close, practically visible from the shore, we don't need a large sailing ship, but we still need a ship to raid Onigashima."

"Let's think about the ship late." Sanji suggested. "When should we do it?"

"We should do it on the day of the Fire Festival." Okiku replied. "The Fire Festival is a grand festival for the people of the capital. Kaido is believed to be a deity who protects the country, and on that day, Orochi will lead the Shogun procession to visit and worship the deity. But that is merely a pretense. What will really take place is the banquet of officials and the Animal Kingdom Pirates."

"I see." Sanji nodded. "So we'll beat the hell out of those partying drunken fools and behead their leaders. But, Okiku-chan," he slithered up to Okiku. "If you see me doing it heroically, you might fall for me instead of that dirty samurai."

"Sanji-dono, I think you got the wrong idea." Kin'emon protested. "I have a wife and Okiku is just a comrade, so we're on in such a relationship."

"Otsuru is doing well." Okiku supplied.

"I see." Kin'emon sighed in relief. "If she's okay, that's good. Until I accomplish our big goal, I can't see her. Now, I draw a symbol implying the date and rendezvous point of the battle. Two birds on fire, a habu and a Reversed Crescent Moon which signifies rebellion. On the day of the Fire Festival Twilight - the second hour of the bird, at Habu Port. 'The second hour of the bird' means 5.30 pm to 6.00 pm on clocks overseas. Don't worry." he assured. "People who live in Wano will understand. We must go around and give these flyers to those who have the mark of the moon on their left ankles immediately." he slammed a hand on a pile of ready printed papers. "The mark of the moon is the symbol of rebellion. They are our allies. We do not know where they are in Wano, but in order to distribute to as many people as possible, our friends spread out all over the country. Zorojuro-dono and Usohachi-dono are carrying out this task in the capital, too. Furthermore, in order not to get lost arriving at Onigashima, we are trying to obtain the blueprints of Kaido's mansion from the carpenter who designed it. So we are making Franosuke-dono work for him. As for Orobi-dono and Sahiko-dono, we want to know the exact moves Orochi's forces make, so I asked Orobi-dono to pose as a geisha and Sahiko-dono as a wagashi expert and try to approach Orochi while entertaining him. I heard they are very popular now. And now, I want to delegate tasks to you all, too. Brook-dono's ability will help getting food in the capital. Nami-dono's skill to manipulate the weather is like ninjutsu, so pose as a kunoichi. What Sanji-dono cooks will gather people in a second, so it will help in finding people. Carrot-dono and Chopper-dono, I want you to go and see Dogstorm along with Kiku. I will provide clothes that are suited for each of you. So put a lead on your head and get ready. Garb-Garb Jutsu!" he activated his Fuku Fuku Fruit powers. "Now that you've changed into Wano's clothes, I want you to work on your tasks."

"Wait, Kin'emon!" Nami protested loudly. "Is this really a kunoichi outfit?"

"That's how a kunoichi should look." Kin'emon confirmed, nose-bleeding. "Now, I'm going to summon a guide. She is a real kunoichi. Shinobu!" he snapped his fingers and said female ninja appeared from a hole in the ceiling.

"This is totally wrong!" Nami fumed, slapping Kin'emon across the face. "Kin'emon, is this your taste?"

"Kunoichi are either sexy or frumpy." Kin'emon stammered. "There are only two kinds of them."

"Being young. Isn't too bad." Shinobu chuckled. "My name is Shinobu. I used to be like a younger sister to Kin-sama. But now... my signature move is Seduction Jutsu. Nice to meet you."

"Alright." Kin'emon declared. "Until the rendezvous, we will split up, but there three particular samurai that I want you to look out for. If we can find them, they will be a tremendous help. Kawamatsu, Ashura Doji and Denjuro: they are samurai who used to serve Oden-sama like us. Our targets are yonks Kaido and the hateful Shogun, Kurozumi Orochi. The execution date is two weeks from now: on the night of the Fire Festival. We will make a raid on Onigashima where Kaido lives."


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