Chapter 91 – Doubts About Momonosuke
After the two teams led by Luffy and Law departed, the Thousand Sunny remained anchored near the coast of Dressrosa.
On the deck—
Itachi formed hand seals.
"Wood Release: Wood Growth."
Chakra flowed through his body.
The three small saplings in front of him suddenly began growing wildly.
Within seconds, the thin plants expanded into waist-thick trees.
Beside him, Chopper was holding a stethoscope and a notebook.
Originally, he was trying to record Itachi's medical data—
But when he saw the trees suddenly grow, he jumped up excitedly.
"Brother Itachi!"
"That's amazing!"
He clapped his hooves happily, then suddenly paused.
"Oh!"
"Wait a second!"
"Now that you can control trees… does that mean you've turned into a tree person?"
"It shouldn't be like that."
Itachi shook his head.
He raised his hand.
As chakra flowed again, sharp root-like thorns began growing from his palm.
"At the moment," Itachi explained calmly,
"I can only control the growth of nearby wooden materials."
"And produce root-like structures from my own body."
He demonstrated again.
The roots formed into the shape of a wooden sword extending from his hand.
However—
The sword was still connected to his arm.
"I haven't developed abilities like transforming my body completely into wood."
Chopper's eyes sparkled.
"That's already incredible!"
Then he suddenly remembered something.
"Oh right!"
"Brother Itachi!"
"I talked with Law about your eyes."
"You really possess special pupil powers, right?"
"That's correct."
Itachi nodded.
The two of them sat cross-legged on the deck.
Itachi began explaining the Sharingan and its origin, along with Law's previous research.
Chopper listened carefully while writing notes.
His small hooves scribbled furiously.
A Peaceful Moment
Under the Sunny's orange tree, Brook sat leisurely sipping tea.
"It's wonderful having Itachi-san here."
"I feel completely at ease guarding the ship."
"Yohohohoho!"
Nami was nearby trimming the orange trees.
She finally had a moment to relax.
Sunlight shone through her long hair as she worked.
On a nearby bench—
Momonosuke, now in human form, stared quietly at the sea.
He murmured softly.
"Kanjuro…"
"I wonder if we'll find him…"
But then—
Out of the corner of his eye—
He noticed Nami.
Her hair shimmered under the sunlight.
Her figure moved gently as she trimmed the branches.
Momonosuke's face instantly turned red.
Blood sprayed from his nose.
"Oh—!"
"Sister Nami!"
Nami turned around.
"What's wrong, Momo?"
Her tone was warm and gentle.
Although his earlier behavior had annoyed her slightly—
She still treated him kindly since he looked like a child.
"I suddenly feel very sad…"
"I need Sister Nami's comfort…"
Momonosuke jumped down from the bench.
He ran toward her with open arms.
At that moment—
Brook's eyes flashed coldly.
"Oh my."
"Nami-san is in danger."
"Luffy-san and Sanji-san are not here right now."
Just before Momonosuke reached Nami—
Brook spun in a full circle and blocked him.
"Yohoho!"
"Momo-kun!"
"You feel sad?"
"I like children very much."
"Allow me to comfort you!"
Brook immediately hugged Momonosuke.
Momonosuke's perverted grin instantly turned into panic.
"A skeleton?!"
"Stay away from me!"
"I hate you!"
"Yohohoho…"
Brook's voice remained cheerful.
But his expression had become extremely dark.
He leaned closer and whispered.
"Listen carefully, you little pervert."
"Don't try anything inappropriate."
Momonosuke struggled desperately.
"Let me go!"
"You rude skeleton!"
Nami frowned.
"Brook, don't scare the child."
She reached out to take Momonosuke—
But Brook refused to let go.
Just as they were arguing—
A calm voice interrupted them.
"Momonosuke."
"Is that your name?"
Everyone turned.
Itachi was standing nearby.
He had just lifted Chopper onto his shoulders earlier, but now Chopper had climbed down.
Chopper still looked confused.
But Momonosuke suddenly felt a cold chill run through his spine.
Itachi's expression looked calm as always.
Yet—
To Momonosuke—
His gaze felt terrifying.
"Let's stop discussing my eyes for now, Chopper."
Itachi gently set Chopper down.
"Oh, okay!"
"I'll continue organizing the research notes."
Chopper had already begun thinking about developing medicine to support Itachi.
Even though Law had previously modified Itachi's body—
Chopper still worried about the damage caused when Itachi exhausted his strength.
He had even begun considering whether a modified Rumble Ball could help stimulate Itachi's ocular abilities.
Of course—
It would need to remain within safe limits.
Itachi's Suspicion
Itachi stepped forward slowly.
His gaze remained fixed on Momonosuke.
Though Nami and Brook saw nothing unusual—
Momonosuke felt an overwhelming pressure.
"You're Momonosuke, correct?"
"Yes… that's me."
"I want to ask you something about Wano Country."
"Come with me."
Nami looked surprised.
"Itachi, he's just a child."
"Do you really need to question him?"
Itachi shook his head slightly.
"I don't think he behaves like a simple child."
Earlier, Itachi had asked Law about Wano Country.
The country was very different from others in the world.
Most nations belonged to the World Government.
Membership provided protection from the Marines.
Countries outside the government lacked such protection and were often attacked by pirates.
But Wano was different.
According to Law—
It was a completely closed nation.
It had no relationship with the World Government.
And outsiders were strictly forbidden from entering or leaving.
If that was true—
Then a question naturally arose.
How did Kin'emon and Momonosuke appear outside Wano?
During the past few hours on the Sunny—
Itachi had quietly observed them.
Their actions suggested they had an urgent mission.
They also constantly referred to themselves as samurai.
Brook slowly set Momonosuke down.
Itachi crouched in front of him.
His calm gaze felt as cold as ice.
Momonosuke's body trembled uncontrollably.
"You're shaking."
"Are you not a samurai?"
"I-I'm not shaking!"
Momonosuke puffed out his chest.
"It's just… a little cold!"
"Ask whatever you want!"
Itachi nodded.
"Very well."
"First question."
"If you're truly from Wano…"
"Do you know the Kozuki Clan?"
End of Chapter
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