Uchiha Puppet Master, Starting from One Piece

The rift in the void slowly widened above the bow of the ship, and a pale golden halo rippled outwards like waves, carrying a peculiar spiritual pressure that did not belong to this sea.

The sea breeze seemed to freeze at that moment, and even the sound of the waves crashing against the ship's hull seemed to have become a little lower. Only Bai Yu's clothes continued to flutter, and the crimson Sharingan and Blood Tears shimmered in the moonlight.

"Damn it, my eyesight is getting worse..."

A slender yet upright figure slowly emerged from the gap.

Retsu Unohana was still wearing her signature white captain's haori, with the Fourth Division's crest embroidered on the hem. Her long black hair was loosely tied up in front of her chest, with a few stray strands falling down her neck, making her clean-cut face appear even more aloof.

With her left hand holding her Zanpakuto and several Asauchi swords in her right, she calmly swept her gaze across everything on the deck: Connor curled up in Robin's arms, Rangiku sleeping soundly against the mast, and the puppets standing motionless in the corners.

When her gaze fell on Bai Yu and the shapeless doll at Bai Yu's feet, a slight ripple finally appeared in her usually calm eyes.

"Uchiha Hakuha?"

She spoke softly, her voice like jade that had been soaked in ice water, calm yet carrying an indescribable charm: "Did you summon me? What a strange ability, that I can actually know the name of a stranger."

Shiraha nodded slightly, his Sharingan slowly fading from crimson to deep black, and he wiped away the blood and tears from the corner of his eyes: "Welcome to this sea, Captain Unohana."

Unohana nodded, seemingly knowing what she should do, and her spirit entered the doll that had been prepared beforehand.

Bai Yu's voice wasn't loud, but it was just enough to wake the people on the deck.

Matsumoto Rangiku was the first to sit up.

The wine jar in her arms clattered to the ground, and then her beautiful eyes widened as she stared at the woman on the ground who had just gotten up, wearing the captain's haori. Her breathing became rapid.

"Th-that is..."

Rangiku's voice trembled with disbelief as she staggered to her feet, her steps unsteady, and pointed at Retsu Unohana: "The haori of the captain of the Gotei 13?"

She had been in Rukongai for so many years, and although she had never seen a Shinigami captain, she knew of the captain's distinctive attire.

It was obvious that she didn't recognize the woman in front of her, but she recognized that this kind of clothing was something only the captain of the 13th Division could wear.

Matsumoto Rangiku's excitement was practically written all over her face. She rushed to Unohana Retsu, her gaze sweeping over his captain's haori and the Zanpakuto at his waist as if confirming something. Even the smell of alcohol on her body had mostly dissipated: "I am Matsumoto Rangiku from Rukongai, Captain..."

Unohana Retsu looked at the blushing, incoherent blonde woman in front of her, a barely perceptible smile flashing in her eyes.

She nodded slightly as a greeting, her gentle demeanor only making people feel closer to her.

Nico Robin had already woken up by then.

She gently patted Connor's back, hugged the little girl tighter, and calmly observed Retsu Unohana.

As a survivor of Ohara who had read countless ancient books, she felt that the woman before her had a gentle and peaceful aura, like a spring breeze that made her feel at ease.

Only Uchiha Hakuba knew that beneath Unohana Retsu's calm exterior lay a sharp, unsheathed blade—an aura possessed only by those who had endured countless battles.

"This lady."

Robin's voice was soft yet clear: "Are you also from another world?"

"Another world?"

Retsu Unohana repeated the word, looked down at the deck beneath her feet, then looked up at the boundless sea. Moonlight shone on her face, casting a soft glow: "I see. This is indeed not Soul Society. What an amazing ability."

Then he turned his gaze to Uchiha Shiroha: "What a strange ability. I inexplicably feel very close to you. Is this also an effect that comes with your ability?"

Bai Yu stepped forward at the opportune moment and began to introduce: "Everyone, this is Retsu Unohana, the captain of the 4th Division of the Gotei 13 from Soul Society. She is not only a healer with superb medical skills, but also a master swordsman with unparalleled skill."

"Swordsmanship mastery?!"

Rangiku gasped in surprise, her eyes widening even further.

Before she could finish speaking, Retsu Unohana gently raised her hand to interrupt her.

Unohana Retsu's gaze fell on Shiroha, and the smile on her lips deepened: "I haven't really wielded a sword in five hundred years. I wonder if I can still keep up with the pace of this world. Besides, being a doctor who heals others is quite interesting."

Connor peeked out from Robin's arms, his little head turning curiously this way and that, looking at the Zanpakuto at Unohana Retsu's waist, and asked softly, "Sister, is your sword also used for fighting? Is it as powerful as Shiraha-nii's?"

Retsu Unohana looked down at Connor, a hint of tenderness instantly softening her cool eyes. She gently shook her head: "This knife is now used more to save lives."

"So, it turns out that Shiraha-kun also fights with a sword?"

After speaking, Unohana Retsu looked at Uchiha Shiraha with a smile.

The light belt around her waist suddenly trembled slightly, emitting a clear, melodious hum, as if responding to its owner's words.

Bai Yu felt a chill run down his spine, as if he were being stared at by some terrifying creature. He then smiled and turned to point at Robin and Connor: "Captain Unohana, this is Nico Robin, our ship's archaeologist. Her knowledge is beyond imagination. This little guy is Connor. Don't let his cute appearance fool you; he's actually a dragon with terrifying fighting power."

He then pointed to Rangiku, who was still excited: "Matsumoto Rangiku, also from the Rukongai in Soul Society, well, an ordinary soul with the potential to become a Shinigami."

Retsu Unohana nodded slightly and smiled politely at Robin and Connor. The smile was faint, but enough to make people feel good.

Rangiku finally calmed down a bit. She rubbed her hands together and said excitedly, "Captain Unohana, it's so great that you could come. From what Shiraha said, your medical skills are excellent. We're just short of a doctor on our ship. Your doctor must be the strongest in Soul Society. We won't have to worry about anyone getting injured anymore."

Robin nodded in agreement, saying, "That's true. Injuries are inevitable when sailing on this vast ocean. With you here, our safety will be greatly improved."

Retsu Unohana looked down at the medicine box she was carrying, then at the people on the deck, a hint of relief flashing in her eyes.