Teach couldn't quite believe it.
Unfortunately, Teach's understanding of the Dark-Dark Fruit was limited to knowing that its power could temporarily nullify other Devil Fruit abilities.
This creature named Black Zetsu made a very logical point.
Whether from its name or its appearance, there were similarities to the Dark-Dark Fruit; it seemed to be born from darkness.
"Zehahahaha..."
Marshall D. Teach stared intently at Black Zetsu in front of him, his grin slowly becoming sinister: "So, you're a manifestation of my will? Then you know what I desire..."
"Hehehehehe..."
Black Zetsu's laughter suddenly turned eerie, giggling as it slowly started speaking: "The dreams and ambitions of each generation of Dark-Dark Fruit users are almost identical...
No, it should be said that only those with the highest ambition have the qualifications to obtain the Dark-Dark Fruit, Marshall D. Teach, and we are no exceptions..."
Black Zetsu looked at Teach, its voice becoming more insidious: "To replace the man we most admire, and usher this sea into an era named after us!"
"Zehahahahaha!"
Teach's heart could no longer suppress its joy; his hand slowly clenched, and a glint of greed flashed in his eyes: "Indeed... couldn't have said it better myself!
What I want is to replace the father I admire most and make this era bear the name Marshall D. Teach!"
"We have always been a unified will..."
Black Zetsu looked at Teach with satisfaction, nodding slowly as it detached from Marshall D. Teach's body: "If a Dark-Dark Fruit user does not match the ambition and darkness of the fruit, he will never have the qualifications to awaken his will into a tangible Black Zetsu..."
A peculiar smile gradually appeared on Black Zetsu's face: "At that time, his soul will be enslaved by the Dark-Dark Fruit after death...
Ultimately, he will be completely consumed by the darkness of the Dark-Dark Fruit, slowly transforming into a creature called White Zetsu, becoming a slave to the next Dark-Dark Fruit user!"
"..."
Marshall D. Teach's face went rigid.
Damn it, is there really a risk to being a Dark-Dark Fruit user?
If not acknowledged by the Dark-Dark Fruit, then it would devour the user's soul. This fruit is terrifying!
Black Zetsu drew near to Marshall D. Teach again, chuckling as it spoke: "Teach, the Dark-Dark Fruit is claimed to be the most ferocious fruit because it devours those who are unqualified, which is why it's called the most ferocious fruit!"
"..."
A cold sweat broke out on Marshall D. Teach's face, and he forcibly controlled his emotions, maintaining his smile: "Zehahahaha... Looking at it this way, I'm already a qualified candidate..."
"Indeed."
Black Zetsu's smile remained enigmatic; it even slowly nodded: "Would you like to see those failures called White Zetsus? They are quite intriguing and serve as the strongest arms for Dark-Dark Fruit users to conquer this era!"
The next moment, Black Zetsu spoke immediately without waiting for Marshall D. Teach to react: "Teach, summon the White Zetsus with your will. They've always been hidden deep underground; unleash the full power of the Dark-Dark Fruit and draw them back into the mortal world!"
Black Zetsu's voice grew even gloomier, its smile becoming terrifying: "Teach, witness the gift bestowed upon you by the Dark-Dark Fruit, witness the true greatness of the Dark-Dark Fruit!"
The next second.
Marshall D. Teach gritted his teeth, his hand gradually turning pitch black, slamming it onto the ground!
After a long while.
One by one, White Zetsus silently emerged from the ground.
Marshall D. Teach's expression stiffened, his disbelief clear as he looked at these creatures named White Zetsu, each looking incredibly grotesque.
These are definitely not humans!
Such creatures have never been seen on the sea!
The White Zetsus seemed unremarkable, but their bizarre appearance left Teach feeling somewhat terrified; were these once-failed Dark-Dark Fruit users?
"Hehehehe... Teach, do you know why the White Zetsus can be the strongest aides for Dark-Dark Fruit users to conquer this era?"
Black Zetsu's laughter grew increasingly sinister as it slowly continued: "If a Dark-Dark Fruit user wants to become a king without a crown, to become the most powerful person in this world, they can replace everyone in the World Government!"
Suddenly, Marshall D. Teach's expression changed drastically!
Because in his vision, each White Zetsu transformed into his likeness!
This ability Teach had only heard of with the Transformation Fruit, but now these White Zetsus could turn into his likeness out of thin air!
Even Observation Haki could barely discern them!
Even their aura looked formidable!
Marshall D. Teach couldn't help feeling uneasy, pointing at the group of transformed White Zetsus: "These failures, can they also use my abilities?"
"No, their transformation powers are only for disguise, but only the highest level of the Heart of Listening to All Things can reveal their true identities!"
Black Zetsu chuckled after shaking its head and then had a White Zetsu cut off its arm, presenting it to Marshall D. Teach: "Most importantly, White Zetsus can always help heal certain injuries of yours...
The Dark-Dark Fruit's ability requires touching the enemy with your hand to nullify abilities, so the biggest consumption for each generation of Dark-Dark Fruit users is their hands. If faced with a terrifying enemy who directly cuts off your hand, the White Zetsu's arm can be immediately attached to yours.
"Teach, do you want to try it now?"
"N...No."
Marshall D. Teach couldn't help but shake his head, swallowing hard. A flash of fear appeared in his eyes, and then he became faintly greedy: "Are all these monsters that can transform at any time really my slaves?"
Goddamn...
This Dark-Dark Fruit is a huge payoff!
Initially, Marshall D. Teach was worried about the inability of the Dark-Dark Fruit to allow elementalization, wondering what to do if he were seriously injured...
Who would have thought...
The arm of a creature like White Zetsu could be transplanted to him!
"White Zetsu only obeys the Dark-Dark Fruit ability user..."
Black Zetsu's smile grew more and more bizarre as it reattached itself onto Marshall D. Teach. "Their final purpose is to consume Devil Fruits and become an ability user legion loyal only to us!"
"If you want a powerful force..."
Black Zetsu's gaze landed on Teach's face as it continued smiling: "Then you can kill the original Devil Fruit users, seize their abilities, and turn White Zetsu into a strong army of Devil Fruit ability users!"
"Teach, every generation of Dark-Dark Fruit ability users has sensed the potential to transfer Devil Fruit powers while detaining an enemy's abilities!
They all possess a formidable Devil Fruit ability user army by their side to help them conquer this era!"
"Zehahahahaha..."
Marshall D. Teach slowly nodded, his greedy eyes settling on the group of White Zetsu. He couldn't help but nod slowly and say, "What a surprise! These creatures that only obey me..."
Truly...
Make one want to go mad!
Monsters that only obey him, able to transform into anyone at any time, only detectable by Observation Haki, the Heart of Listening to All Things!
Furthermore...
These White Zetsu could become the fighting force under his command.
But these White Zetsu are transformed from unqualified Dark-Dark Fruit ability users, making Marshall D. Teach feel a bit uneasy!
No wonder this Devil Fruit is called the most vicious in the world; no wonder the Akatsuki leader goes to great lengths to obtain the Dark-Dark Fruit...
It's no wonder Uchiha Itachi didn't want him, the Devil Fruit ability user, but wanted to kill him to ensure the Dark-Dark Fruit is reborn!
Damn...
As long as one becomes a Dark-Dark Fruit ability user, there's a chance to acquire the White Zetsu Legion, possessing organs that fear no disability or severe injury!
They can replace any nation's leader in the world!
They can create a Devil Fruit army loyal only to the Dark-Dark Fruit ability user!
Who would have thought, even if there is only one Dark-Dark Fruit ability user, he absolutely holds the potential to rule this world!
Even...
If executed well, the probability is not low at all!
Marshall D. Teach couldn't suppress his ambition, and he even wanted to turn the White Zetsu Legion in front of him into all Devil Fruit ability users right now, forming the strongest Pirate Gang entirely composed of Devil Fruit users!
A force...
That will only be loyal to him!
Perhaps the only dangerous point lies in that, if one's ambition is insufficient, the Dark-Dark Fruit can also turn them into creatures that seem to lack intelligence and only obey orders...
"Zehahaha..."
Marshall D. Teach couldn't help but show a crazed smile: "It seems what I need most is time... But is this all there is of White Zetsu?"
"Hohohoho... How many generations of Dark-Dark Fruit users have there been?"
Black Zetsu's smile was still sinister as it slowly shook its head: "The White Zetsu summoned by the dying Dark-Dark Fruit user will die for him... What's more, the ones you can use now are merely summoned by your power!"
Black Zetsu watched Teach, its smile still sinister and terrifying: "Once the dark power you can wield becomes strong enough to reach every corner of this world, those hidden White Zetsu will naturally appear before us!"
There are certainly more White Zetsu than this.
As long as White Zetsu uses Spore Jutsu to absorb Chakra, they can multiply. Unfortunately, there are only so many enhanced by Hashirama Cells for now.
"Zehahahahaha..."
Marshall D. Teach didn't care much anymore, he slowly nodded, and droplets of saliva began to drip from the corners of his mouth.
Marshall D. Teach's eyes were full of repressed madness: "Whatever, it doesn't matter. These dozens of White Zetsu are more than enough for me! So let's use the darkness to conquer this era!"
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