Pirates: Activate the lottery system at the beginning

Li Yong is a fan of One Piece comics in the real world. When he stayed up late to rewatch the Marineford War, he suddenly traveled to the pirate world and found himself floating in an unfamiliar sea.

When he was about to drown, he activated the lottery system and drew three Devil Fruit abilities for the first time: the Rubber Fruit, the Flame-Flame Fruit, and the Transparent Fruit.

The Soshinryu Pirates were hunted by the navy, and they made many interesting friends during their sailing adventures…

Pirates: Activate the lottery system at the beginning
Chapter 1: Drifters in Another World
Li Yong opened his eyes suddenly, and the salty sea water immediately poured into his nostrils. He struggled desperately, slapping the merciless sea water around him with his limbs.
Where is this? Just as this thought flashed through his mind, another wave submerged him. He remembered that he was just in the apartment, staying up late to rewatch the “One Piece” chapter of the top war, how could he fall into the sea in the blink of an eye?
The sun was so bright that he couldn’t open his eyes. There was no sign of land under the blue sky. Li Yong felt a burning pain in his lungs and his body was getting heavier. Just as his consciousness was about to blur, a mechanical voice suddenly sounded in his mind:
[The lottery system has been successfully activated. The host’s vital signs have been detected to be critical, and the emergency lottery procedure has been initiated.]What system? Li Yong thought he was hallucinating, but suddenly a translucent dial interface appeared in front of him, with densely written words on it. He could barely recognize familiar names such as the Rubber Fruit, the Flame-Flame Fruit, and the Sparkle Fruit.
[Daily lucky draw begins. Today’s selectable devil fruit abilities are as follows:]Three boxes light up:
1. Rubber Fruit (parahuman type)
2. Flame-Flame Fruit (Natural)
3. Transparent Fruit (Superhuman)
[Host, please choose one within ten seconds. If you exceed the limit, the number will be randomly assigned. Ten, nine, eight…]Li Yong didn’t have time to think, and instinctively chose the most familiar rubber fruit. In an instant, a strange force flowed through his body, and his arms suddenly stretched out and grabbed a floating wooden board in the distance.
I… really became a rubber man? Li Yong looked at his stretched arms in shock, but was soon knocked over by another wave. He tried desperately to recall the scene of Luffy using his ability and tried to breathe air into his lungs.
Bone balloon! He imitated Luffy’s moves, and his body really swelled up like a balloon, floating on the sea.
After drifting like this for an unknown amount of time, Li Yong heard a cry for help from afar. A thin figure was floating in the waves and was about to be submerged. Li Yong took a deep breath and stretched his arms to their limit.
Grab my hand! he yelled.
The man barely managed to grab Li Yong’s rubberized fingers. Li Yong pulled hard and pulled the man over. He was a 15 or 16-year-old boy who had choked on a lot of water and his face turned blue.
Hold on! Li Yong used his body as a float and let the boy lie on his back. At this moment, the outline of a merchant ship appeared in the distance.
Hey – help! Here! Li Yong waved his arms desperately, this time not using his power, but simply calling for help.
Two hours later, Li Yong and the rescued teenager were sitting in the merchant ship’s infirmary. The teenager had regained consciousness and was sipping hot soup.
Thank you for saving me, the boy said in a weak but grateful voice, My name is Ogawa, and I am… a navigator apprentice.
Li Yong. He briefly introduced himself, his mind still digesting everything in front of him. He traveled through time? And to the world of One Piece? What about that system?
Are you a Devil Fruit user? Ogawa looked at him with shining eyes, “I see your arms are stretched so long!”
Li Yong hesitated for a moment and nodded. He couldn’t explain that he only had the right to use it for one day, and it might become something else tomorrow.
That’s amazing! Ogawa said excitedly, “I’ve dreamed of sailing with a powerful person since I was a child! My sailing skills are very good, but… the previous ship encountered a storm.
Li Yong was about to say something when the ship suddenly shook violently and panicked shouts and explosions were heard outside.
Pirates attack! Everyone prepare for battle! The captain’s roar cuts through the deck.
Ogawa’s face turned pale: It’s Hook Jack’s pirate group! They specialize in robbing merchant ships on this route!
Li Yong’s heartbeat quickened. He only had the ability of the rubber fruit, and he had no idea how to fight. But looking at Xiaochuan’s fearful eyes, he took a deep breath and stood up.
Stay here, he said, and rushed to the deck.
There was chaos on the deck. A pirate ship with a black flag had approached, and the ferocious pirates jumped onto the merchant ship waving swords. The sailors barely resisted, but were clearly at a disadvantage.
A big man with a scar on his face – presumably Hook Jack – was laughing and directing his men: Take away all the valuables! Throw those who resist into the sea to feed the fish!
Li Yong hid behind the mast, thinking about what to do. He tried to recall Luffy’s fighting style, but he had neither Luffy’s fighting experience nor that kind of innate fighting talent.
Found a little mouse hiding! A pirate spotted Li Yong and attacked him with a knife.
Li Yong instinctively stretched out his arms, grabbed the railing in the distance, and launched himself out, narrowly avoiding the attack. He kicked randomly in the air, but unexpectedly, the rubber leg extended and hit the pirate in the face, kicking him several meters away.
Wow… Lee Young almost fell when he landed, but he was surprised by the effect of the blow.
A person with special powers? Hook Jack narrowed his eyes. Guys, catch him! A person with special powers of devil fruits can be sold for a good price!
Five or six pirates rushed towards Li Yong at the same time. At the critical moment, Li Yong closed his eyes and took a deep breath…
Rubber rubber…beating!
His arms stretched and contracted wildly, hitting everywhere without any rules. This was not Luffy’s rhythmic machine gun at all, but a real random attack. But unexpectedly, because there was no pattern, the pirates found it difficult to dodge. Several pirates were accidentally hit and flew backwards.
What’s wrong with this kid? Jack roared, “Come on!”
Li Yong felt his strength draining away quickly. He knew he couldn’t hold out much longer and had to find a way to shock the enemy. He bit his thumb and blew air into his body…
Gear three…bone ball!
His right hand instantly became huge, but he couldn’t control it, and the huge arm dragged him all over the place. He barely aimed at the main mast of the pirate ship and punched out.
Boom! The mast broke and the entire pirate ship shook violently.
Retreat! Retreat! Seeing the situation was not good, Jack shouted and jumped back to his ship. The pirates hurriedly followed, cut the rope connecting the two ships, and fled in panic.
The sailors on the merchant ship cheered and surrounded Li Yong.
So awesome!
You saved the whole boat!
What is that ability?
Li Yong panted and released his ability. He felt a little weak, but more excited. Although clumsy, he really fought with the devil fruit ability!
Xiaochuan squeezed through the crowd, his eyes shining with admiration: Mr. Li Yong, you are so strong!
That night, the captain held a banquet to thank Li Yong. After three rounds of drinks, Li Yong stood at the bow, looking at the starry sky and the dark sea, and an unprecedented desire surged in his heart.
Ogawa, he suddenly said, after the ship docks, I want to form my own pirate group.
Xiaochuan’s eyes widened in surprise: “Really? Then… can I join? Although I’m just an apprentice, I really know how to sail!”
Li Yong smiled and nodded: Of course, you are the first member.
He looked towards the distant horizon, which was the direction of Roger Town – the place where the Pirate King Roger began and ended. Tomorrow, he would gain new abilities and face new challenges. But at this moment, he had only one thought in his mind:
I want to write my own legend on this sea.
[Ding! System task update: Form a pirate group and recruit at least three partners. Reward: The lottery range is expanded to choose one from four. ]Li Yong smiled slightly. It seemed that this system was waiting to see what kind of storm he could stir up on this sea.
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The port of Rogue Town was even more lively than Li Yong had imagined.
The merchant ship slowly approached the shore, and Li Yong and Xiaochuan stood on the deck, looking at this port town known as the city of beginning and end. Red-roofed and white-walled buildings stretched along the coastline, and the towering execution platform in the square in the distance was vaguely visible.
That was where Pirate King Roger was executed. Ogawa pointed at the execution platform, his voice mixed with awe and excitement.
Li Yong nodded, his heart beating faster. Standing in this legendary place, he was more convinced that he had traveled to the world of One Piece. The purse around his waist contained a thank-you gift from the merchant ship captain – enough to buy a small boat and several weeks of supplies.
Let’s go to the tavern to inquire for information first, Li Yong said, and then find a shipbuilder to see if there is a suitable boat.
Xiaochuan nodded excitedly: I know where the best tavern in Rogue Town is! Their seafood stew is simply –
A sharp whistle interrupted Ogawa’s words. The port suddenly became a commotion, with navy soldiers running in formation and residents trying to get out of the way.
“Catch that girl! Don’t let her get away!” a naval officer yelled.
A petite figure was moving nimbly in the crowd. She was a girl of about 17 or 18 years old, with short brown hair, wearing a simple gray robe, holding a cloth bag tightly in her arms. Her right leg seemed to be injured, and she ran with a limp.
It’s witch doctor Aya! A fishmonger next to him whispered that he heard she had treated the wounds of the Red Beard Pirates.
Li Yong frowned. He was being hunted down for treating a pirate’s wounds? The justice of the navy in this world was really black and white.
The girl, Aya, was forced into a dead end. The navy soldiers approached slowly with their guns raised, and the leading officer sneered: Let’s see where you can run this time, accomplice of the pirates!
Aya leaned against the wall, her face pale but her eyes stubborn. She held the cloth bag in her arms, as if it contained something more important than life.
[Ding! The daily lottery time is up. Today’s selectable devil fruit abilities are as follows:]The system prompt sounded suddenly in Li Yong’s mind. Three options appeared in front of him:
1. Operation Fruit (parahuman type)
2. Mimicry Fruit (Superhuman)
3. Barrier Fruit (Superhuman)
Li Yong’s eyes lit up. The Operation Fruit! In the original book, it was a power that could create miracles!
Ogawa, wait for me here. He whispered, and then chose the surgery fruit.
A strange power flowed through his body, and Li Yong felt that his hands became extremely sensitive, as if he could sense the life of everyone around him. Even more amazing was that a translucent spherical space unfolded with him as the center, with a radius of about 20 meters – the room of the surgery fruit.
ROOM·Anesthesia!
Li Yong waved his hand gently, and the navy soldiers in the range suddenly fell to the ground and fell asleep as if they were hit by an invisible hand. Only the leading officer was still standing, looking around in horror.
Who? Who is causing this? The officer drew his saber and spoke in a trembling voice.
Li Yong came out from his hiding place and stood in front of Aya: Bullying an injured girl, this is the justice of the navy?
The officer roared and rushed forward. Li Yong calmly opened his palm and said: Scan.
The officer’s body instantly became transparent, and Li Yong could see every bone and blood vessel in his body. He accurately found the nerve that controlled movement and gently touched it.
The officer collapsed to the ground like a puppet with its strings cut, conscious but unable to move.
Aya looked at Li Yong in surprise: Why…why did you save me?
Li Yong turned around and finally saw her clearly. Although her face was pale due to blood loss, her eyes were as bright as stars, revealing a kind of tenacious wisdom. The robe on her right leg was soaked with blood.
Your leg needs treatment. Li Yong did not answer her question directly, but squatted down to check her injury.
The bullet grazed the calf muscle, the wound was not deep but it was bleeding. Li Yong could feel every tiny injury in the room.
Don’t move, it might hurt a little. His hands glowed faintly, and he gently pressed on the wound, scalpel-microscopic suture.
Aya gasped, but was soon surprised to find that the wound was healing at a speed visible to the naked eye.
You also know medical skills? She asked curiously.
Li Yong shook his head: It’s just ability. You are the real doctor, right?
Aya nodded and hugged the cloth bag tightly in her arms: “I have learned some ancient medical skills. But these navy officers think that I am an accomplice for treating pirates.”
There were whistles and footsteps in the distance; more navy were on their way.
We have to get out of here. Li Yong helped Aya up, Xiaochuan!
Ogawa ran out from his hiding place and was stunned for a moment when he saw Aya, but he quickly reacted: there was a small fishing boat with no one on it on the east side of the port!
The three of them hurried through the alley and ran towards the east side of the port. Although Aya’s leg injury was healed, she was still weak due to blood loss. Li Yong had to half-support and half-carry her forward.
Stop! A deep and majestic voice came from behind.
Li Yong turned around and saw a tall naval officer standing at the entrance of the alley. He had short silver-gray hair, two cigars in his mouth, and a strange ten-handed weapon on his right arm – Smoger, the White Hunter!
Shit… Li Yong swallowed his saliva. He definitely couldn’t beat this natural smoke fruit user right now.
Smoger looked at them coldly: Illegally using your abilities to attack the navy and assisting wanted criminals in escaping…you are quite courageous.
His arm suddenly turned into white smoke and quickly spread towards them.
Run! Li Yong shouted, pushing Xiaochuan and Aya forward.
The smoke chased after him like a living thing, and was about to wrap around Aya’s ankles. Li Yong was quick-witted and turned around to open ROOM: Surgery·Space Replacement!
In an instant, he exchanged positions with a wooden box 20 meters away. Smoger’s attack missed, and a surprised “Hmm?” came from the smoke.
Taking advantage of this gap, the three rushed to the harbor. As expected, there was a ten-meter-long single-masted fishing boat parked there.
Get on board! Li Yong shouted, watching Smoger warily as he came after him.
Xiaochuan untied the ropes skillfully, and Aya jumped on board to check the sails. Li Yong stood at the edge of the dock and opened the room again.
ROOM·Baton! He waved at several barrels and cargo boxes on the dock, and those objects immediately flew up and hit the pursuing navy soldiers.
Smoger snorted coldly, and his entire body turned into smoke and rose into the air, ready to fly directly towards them.
Xiaochuan, is Fan okay? Li Yong asked anxiously.
Just a little bit more! Ogawa frantically adjusted the sail ropes.
Li Yong gritted his teeth, it seemed that he had no choice but to use that trick. He took a deep breath and expanded the room to its limit: surgery·cardiac shock!
This move should be ineffective against a natural ability user like Smoker, but Li Yong is betting that the other party does not understand the ability of the Operation Fruit and will instinctively defend himself.
Sure enough, Smoger paused in the air, and the smoke condensed into a human figure in a defensive posture. During this brief delay, Xiaochuan finally raised the sail.
Mr. Li Yong, get on board quickly!
The sea breeze blew at the right time, and the boat began to leave the shore. Li Yong jumped onto the deck and looked back to see Smoger standing on the edge of the dock with a gloomy face, but he did not continue to chase.
You can’t escape, his voice came across the sea, remember my name – Captain Smoger. Next time we meet, I will personally send you to prison.
As the distance increased, Smoger’s figure gradually became smaller. Li Yong let out a long sigh and slumped down on the deck.
Thank you for saving me. Aya came over and said seriously, but I don’t even know your names.
My name is Li Yong, and this is Xiaochuan. Li Yong pointed to the boy at the helm, and we are preparing to form our own pirate group.
Pirates? Aya frowned, you don’t look like bad guys…
Not all pirates are bad guys, Ogawa interjected, just like not all marines are good guys.
Aya pondered for a moment, then carefully opened the cloth bag she had been protecting. Inside was an old parchment book and several small medicine bottles.
This is my family’s medical book, which records a lot of ancient medical knowledge. She whispered that some of the contents…may arouse the interest of the World Government.
Li Yong noticed some strange symbols on the edge of the pages, which seemed to be related to the lost medical skills mentioned in the system task.
[Ding! Mission progress update: Discover clues to ancient medical skills. Reward: You can preview an ability in tomorrow’s lottery.]So the navy is chasing you not just because you treat the pirates’ injuries? Li Yong asked.
Aya nodded: “Last week, several men in black came to me and asked me to hand over the book. I escaped, but was discovered by the navy.”
She hesitated for a moment, then said firmly: If you don’t mind the risk of being hunted down by the navy… I want to join you. My medical skills should be able to help.
Ogawa cheered: “Great! We have a doctor!”
Li Yong smiled and held out his hand: Welcome to join, Aya. Although we only have three people and a small fishing boat now…
But one day, the True Dragon Pirates will be famous all over the world. He looked at the rising moon on the distant horizon, his voice full of determination.
Aya asked curiously: Why is it called Zhenlong?
Li Yong smiled but did not answer. In his hometown, the dragon is a symbol of supremacy. In this world, perhaps one day, he will use the ever-changing abilities given by the system to become a more powerful existence than any devil fruit user.
The boat sailed towards the open sea in the night, with the lights of Rogue Town fading away behind them. What awaited them ahead was a vast and great sea route and countless unknown adventures.
[Ding! The team has reached 3 people, and the mission is completed. The lucky draw range is increased to 4 out of 1. ]Chapter 3 Storm and Star (Old Version)
Full left! Quick!
Xiaochuan’s shouts were almost drowned out by the strong wind. Li Yong held the rudder tightly, his arm muscles tensed to the limit, fighting against the violent waves. They had only been away from Rogue Town for three days when they encountered this sudden storm.
The fishing boat was tossed in the waves like a leaf. Aya tied herself to the cargo on the deck with a rope, her face pale but her eyes firm, holding her medical book tightly in her arms. The raindrops hit her face like countless tiny needles.
There is a reef ahead! Ogawa’s voice was filled with fear.
Li Yong squinted his eyes and saw the dark outline of the reef ahead through the rain. At the current speed, they would be smashed to pieces by the next wave.
The system prompt sounded in his mind, and Li Yong almost cursed out loud. At this time? Three options flashed before his eyes:
1. Weather Fruit (Natural)
2. The Splitting Fruit (Superhuman)
3. Weight Fruit (Superhuman)
Without time to think, Li Yong chose the weather fruit. In an instant, he felt his body become as light as air, but he could sense the flow of every wind and every drop of rain around him.
Hold on tight! Li Yong shouted, letting go of the rudder and stretching his hands toward the sky.
He felt the energy of the storm surge through his body. The power of the Weather Fruit allowed him to communicate with the weather and even control it to a certain extent. But a storm of this magnitude… could he do it?
Li Yong concentrated all his attention and tried to guide the wind. The wind around the ship began to change direction, forming a local eye of the wind. The waves were still turbulent, but at least they were no longer hitting the hull directly.
Xiaochuan, adjust the sail to the southwest! Li Yong shouted, his voice hoarse from the effort, Aya, move all the heavy objects to the port side!
The two of them acted quickly. Li Yong continued to control the airflow around him, cold sweat oozing from his forehead. This level of control consumed a lot of his physical strength, and he didn’t know how long he could hold on.
There is a small island ahead! Aya suddenly pointed to the front right.
Li Yong managed to distract himself and look, and there was indeed a vague outline of an island in the rain. If he could hold on until there
Xiaochuan, go in that direction! Li Yong gritted his teeth and insisted, I need to concentrate on controlling the storm, you take the helm!
Xiaochuan nodded and took over Li Yong’s position. Li Yong sat cross-legged and concentrated on maintaining the small eye of the storm. He felt like he was pushing an invisible mountain, and his muscles trembled from excessive force.
Time became blurred. It could be an hour, or it could be only ten minutes. When they finally approached the island, Li Yong was exhausted. The moment the fishing boat rushed onto the beach, his eyes went dark and he passed out.
…
Sunlight shone through the gaps between the palm leaves onto Li Yong’s face. He slowly opened his eyes and found himself lying in a simple wooden house, with a dry straw mat under him and a coarse blanket covering him.
You’re awake! Aya’s face appeared in sight, holding a bowl of steaming food in her hand. Drink some fish soup. You’ve been unconscious all day.
Li Yong struggled to sit up, his muscles aching as if he had been trampled by an elephant. He took the bowl, and the aroma of the hot soup made him realize how hungry he was.
Where are the others? he asked as he drank.
Xiaochuan was helping the villagers repair their boats, and our boat also needed repairs. Aya said that this was a fishing village, and the islanders were very friendly and took us in.
Li Yong nodded, and suddenly remembered something: My ability…
It has changed, Aya said knowingly, this morning when you were still unconscious, I heard you mumbling something about a lottery. A light flashed across your hand, and then… well, I felt that the aura on you had changed.
Li Yong closed his eyes and checked the system. Today’s three options are:
1. Healing Fruit (Superhuman)
2. Explosion-Explosion Fruit (Superhuman)
3. Jacket Fruit (Superman)
He chose the healing fruit and immediately felt a warm energy flowing through his body. He raised his hand and pressed it on his aching shoulder. A green light flashed and the pain was immediately relieved.
This ability is so useful! Aya’s eyes lit up. Can I learn it? Although I don’t have the ability of the fruit, the principle may be connected with some ancient medical skills…
Li Yong smiled and nodded: Of course. By the way, what is the name of this island?
The villagers called it Morning Star Island because the morning star was particularly bright from here. Aya helped Li Yong stand up. They had an observatory, which was said to be left by an ancient civilization.
It was sunny outside, with no trace of yesterday’s storm. The small fishing village was located by the bay, with dozens of wooden houses surrounding a central square. There was indeed a circular stone platform on the hillside in the distance, shining white in the sun.
Mr. Li Yong! Xiaochuan ran over from the direction of the dock, followed by several villagers. You woke up! The villagers wanted to thank you. Your ability saved several nearby fishing boats yesterday!
A white-haired old man stepped forward and bowed respectfully: “Outsider warrior, I am the village chief Morris. Thanks to you, our fishing boat was not destroyed by the storm. Please allow us to entertain you and your companions.”
Li Yong quickly responded: You are so polite, we are very grateful for your hospitality.
But…the village chief hesitated and said, “We have some troubles on our island recently. I wonder if you can help?”
What’s the trouble? Li Yong asked.
A strange disease, the village chief said with a gloomy face, two children and three elderly people have fallen ill. Our herbalists are helpless…
Li Yong and Aya exchanged glances. The healing fruit happened to appear today. Was it just a coincidence?
Take me to see the patient, Li Yong said.
In the big house in the center of the village, five patients were lying on simple beds. Their faces were blue, their breathing was weak, and there were strange purple spots on their bodies. Aya immediately went forward to check, opened their eyelids, felt their pulses, and then got close to smell their breath.
It’s not an ordinary disease, she whispered to Li Yong, it’s like poisoning, or… some kind of biological toxin.
Li Yong nodded and activated the healing fruit ability. His hands emitted a soft green light and gently placed them on the chest of a child. The light penetrated into the child’s body, and the purple spots faded at a speed visible to the naked eye.
It works! Aya said in surprise.
But Li Yong frowned: I can eliminate the symptoms, but the source of the toxin is still in their bodies…like some kind of living thing.
He concentrated his mind and sent his senses deep into the child’s body. With the power of the healing fruit, he could see abnormalities at a microscopic level – some tiny, wriggling black particles parasitizing in the blood.
Their blood needs to be purified… Li Yong muttered to himself.
Aya quickly flipped through her medical book: It recorded an ancient purification ritual that combined with specific herbs could expel blood parasites. But it required very precise control…
I can do it. Li Yong said. The power of the healing fruit plus Aya’s medical knowledge may really create a miracle.
For the next few hours, the two worked closely together. Aya prepared the herbs, while Li Yong used his ability to accurately guide the efficacy of the medicine to every infection point in the patient’s body. This was a precise microscopic war, and Li Yong’s forehead was soon covered with sweat, but he persisted.
It was dusk when the last old man was freed of parasites. Li Yong sat on the ground exhausted, with his back against the wall. The villagers cheered and burst into tears of gratitude.
Benefactor! A mother kneeled in front of Li Yong holding her recovered child. How can I repay you?
Li Yong smiled weakly: No need to be like that…I’m glad I can be of help.
The village chief excitedly shook his hand and said: “Please come to the celebration banquet tonight! Although we are poor in Morning Star Island, we will entertain you with the best food and wine!”
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The banquet was held in the central square. The aroma of grilled fish filled the air, villagers played simple musical instruments, and children ran around laughing. Li Yong, Xiaochuan and Aya were treated as guests of honor and sat at the main table.
Mr. Li Yong, try this! With his mouth full of food, Xiaochuan said incoherently, this roasted shell is so delicious!
Aya was more interested in flipping through a local herbal medicine illustration book given to her by a villager: the medicinal value of these plants is very unique…ah!
She suddenly exclaimed and pointed to the sky: Meteor!
Li Yong looked up and saw a streak of silver light streaking across the darkening sky. But what attracted his attention more was the observatory on the hillside—a slender figure was standing there, holding some kind of instrument aimed at the meteor.
Who is that? Li Yong asked the village chief.
The village chief squinted and looked: Ah, that’s Xingyue. Our island’s stargazer. She is a bit of a loner and spends most of her time studying celestial bodies at the observatory.
Li Yong stood up and said: I’ll go and take a look.
The observatory was built of ancient white stones, with indecipherable symbols carved all over the surface. The girl named Xingyue had her back to him, concentrating on adjusting a copper instrument. She was wearing a simple white short robe, and her dark blue hair was tied up casually with a straw rope.
Hello, Li Yong said softly, I am Li Yong.
The girl turned around, and Li Yong discovered that she was wearing a copper monocle on her right eye, with fine scales engraved on the lens. Her left eye was an ordinary dark brown, but her right eye showed a strange silver-white color through the lens.
I know who you are, her voice is as calm as water, the wind rider who saves fishing boats, the doctor who heals the sick. I am Xingyue, the stargazer of Morningstar Island.
She pointed to the sky: Jupiter and the moon will be together tonight, which is a good omen.
Li Yong approached and was surprised to find a complex star map drawn on the ground next to her, which was strikingly similar to the astronomical maps he had seen in the modern world.
Do you know astronomy? he asked curiously.
The stars guide destiny, the stars and the moon said, the silvery right eye really seems to reflect the starry sky, like you, a stranger. Your star track does not belong to this sea, but it shines here.
Li Yong’s heart was shocked. Did she see something?
The village chief said that you will leave tomorrow, Xingyue continued, take me with you. My knowledge is very useful to sailors.
Li Yong was surprised by her directness: You…want to join us?
Xingyue nodded: Morning Star Island is too small, my research requires a wider field of vision. And… She pointed to the southeast horizon. Three months later, the Red Dragon will appear in that sky, and a new star will be born. I want to witness it with my own eyes.
Li Yong thought about it. A stargazer who is proficient in astronomy is undoubtedly a valuable addition to the navigation team. And Xingyue has a mysterious temperament, which makes him feel that she may know more…
Welcome aboard, he held out his hand, even though we only have a small fishing boat now.
The stars and the moon gently held his hand: The ship will grow, and the team will grow. I have seen the predictions of the stars.
The next morning, the repaired fishing boat was ready to set off. In addition to the original three people, there was now a quiet stargazer. The villagers sent supplies and gifts and said goodbye reluctantly.
We should give the team an official name. As the island gradually faded away, Ogawa said excitedly, every pirate group must have a name and a flag!
Aya nodded in agreement: The True Dragon Pirates, just like Li Yong said before?
True dragon…Xingyue repeated softly, his silver-white right eye flickering slightly, very suitable.
Li Yong smiled: “That’s settled. We need a flag.”
Aya took out paint and cloth from her bag, and Ogawa contributed a white shirt. The four of them sat together and discussed the flag design.
We need a dragon! Ogawa shouted.
But not too fierce, Aya added, the dragon symbolizes healing and protection.
Xingyue silently drew a coiled oriental dragon pattern on the cloth, the lines were simple but full of power. Li Yong took the pen and added stars and waves around the dragon.
When the last stroke was finished, everyone fell silent. The dragon on the flag seemed to be breathing on the cloth, its eyes seemed to be looking at each of them.
The True Dragon Pirates are officially established! Li Yong raised the flag, and the sea breeze immediately unfurled it, shining brightly in the sun.
Xiaochuan cheered, Aya smiled, and even the usually calm Xingyue smiled faintly. The fishing boat drew a white line on the blue sea and sailed towards the distant horizon.
Li Yong stood at the bow, feeling the sea breeze on his face. A small team of five people, a simple fishing boat, and a hand-painted flag – this was their humble beginning. But in his body, the system was running silently, and tomorrow it would give him new strength.
On this vast ocean, the story of the true dragon has just begun.
Chapter 4: Azure Dragon Appears, Surrender Immediately (Old Version)
Ship spotted! Southeast!
Xiaochuan’s shout came from the lookout on the mast. Li Yong immediately put down the sea chart in his hand and squinted at the southeast horizon. It was the first time they encountered other ships on the seventh day after setting off from Morning Star Island.
What flag? Li Yong shouted.
Ogawa adjusted the telescope: Black Flag… It’s a pirate! A sloop, a little bigger than us, with a bow that looks like a dog’s head.
Li Yong quickly assessed the situation. Although their small fishing boat could barely be called a pirate ship after being modified, it was not suitable for combat at all. Today’s lottery would not start for two hours. If a conflict broke out now,
Everyone on alert! Li Yong ordered, Xingyue, can you determine their direction?
Xingyue stood in the middle of the deck, his silvery right eye observing the ship in the distance through the copper instrument: They turned… and were heading towards us. Their speed was about three knots faster than ours.
Aya came out of the cabin with a few bottles of medicine in her hand: “Do you want to fight? I have prepared some anesthetic smoke bombs.”
Li Yong shook his head: Let’s see the situation first. Xiaochuan, lower the sail to half and prepare for escape. Xingyue, continue to observe.
The pirate ship was getting closer and closer, and now it could be seen clearly without a telescope. It was a sloop about 20 meters long, with a dark red hull and a dozen pirates standing on the deck with weapons in their hands.
It’s Mad Dog Sam’s pirate group. Ogawa slid down the mast with a pale face. I’ve heard of them. They specialize in robbing small merchant ships and lone fishing boats…and leave no one alive.
Li Yong clenched his fists. Their boat couldn’t outrun the other boat, and today’s lucky draw would have to wait…
[Ding! Emergency combat situation detected, lucky draw time moved forward. Today’s selectable devil fruit abilities are as follows:]The system prompt suddenly sounded, and Li Yong almost cheered out loud. Three options flashed before his eyes:
1. Sparkle Fruit (Natural)
2. Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Superhuman)
3. Blue Dragon Fruit (Animal Series, Mythical Beast)
Li Yong’s eyes widened. Blue Dragon Fruit? Isn’t that Kaido’s ability? One of the top creatures among the mythical beasts!
Without any hesitation, he chose the Azure Dragon Fruit. Instantly, a violent force surged from his body, and Li Yong felt his bones reorganizing, his muscles expanding, and blue scales appearing on the surface of his skin.
Mr. Li Yong…you, the way you look…Ogawa took a step back, his eyes wide open.
Li Yong looked down at his arms and found that they had turned into dragon claws covered with scales. An unprecedented sense of power filled his body, as if he could sink the opposite ship with one punch.
Stay on the boat and don’t move. His voice became low and hoarse. I’ll be back soon.
Li Yong leaped and jumped directly to the pirate ship dozens of meters away. In mid-air, his body completely turned into a dragon – a slender green dragon body, four sharp claws, and two curved long horns on the ferocious dragon head. He hovered in the air and saw the terrified expressions of the people on the pirate ship below.
Dragon…it’s a dragon!
Kaido?!
No, not Kaido, the color is different…
Li Yong swooped down and landed on the deck of the pirate ship, causing the ship to shake violently. He returned to his half-human, half-dragon form and looked down at the pirates.
Surrender, or perish, he said simply, with a dragon’s growl in his voice.
The pirates looked at each other in bewilderment. A scarred man—presumably Mad Dog Sam—plucked up the courage to raise his scimitar: You are playing tricks! Come on!
Li Yong sighed and blew out a breath. The seemingly gentle action caused a gust of wind, blowing five or six pirates directly into the sea. Sam’s knife chopped on Li Yong’s dragon scales, leaving no white marks.
Last chance. Li Yong’s dragon eyes looked directly at Sam.
Sam’s knife fell to the deck, his legs went limp and he knelt down: I… we surrender…
Ten minutes later, Li Yong ended his dragon transformation and returned to his boat. Xiaochuan and Aya stared at him in amazement, only Xingyue remained calm, but there was a strange light flashing in her silver-white right eye.
They surrendered, Li Yong said, the ship is ours now.
Ogawa cheered: “Great! We have a real pirate ship!”
Aya looked at Li Yong with concern: Are you okay? That form… looks very exhausting.
Li Yong then realized that he was indeed very tired, as if he had just finished a marathon. The power of the Azure Dragon Fruit was indeed amazing, but the consumption of physical strength was equally amazing.
I’m fine, he smiled, let’s go receive the new ship.
The Dawn – this was the name they gave to the new ship. Mad Dog Sam and his crew were tied up and put on a lifeboat, and given enough fresh water and food to reach the nearest island. As pirates, this was considered merciful.
Li Yong stood on the deck of the Dawn, looking at the new boat with satisfaction. It was more than twice as big as the original fishing boat, with a decent captain’s room, two small cannons and enough storage space. Most importantly, it had real crew cabins, so four people no longer had to squeeze into a small cabin.
The ship is well maintained. Ogawa checked the rigging and thought that with a little modification it could adapt to the climate of the Grand Route.
Xingyue had already hoisted the flag of the True Dragon Pirates on the main mast – a white oriental dragon on a blue background, surrounded by a pattern of stars. The flag fluttered in the sea breeze, and Li Yong felt a sense of pride.
[Ding! Main quest updated: Collect four historical text tablets. The first tablet is located on Vulcan Island and is said to be kept by an ancient guardian clan. Reward: For each tablet collected, the system will unlock a new function. ]The historical text? Li Yong’s heart was shocked. Isn’t this the mysterious stone tablet that Robin has been looking for, recording the true history? How could the system be related to this?
Stars and Moon, he turned to the stargazer, do you know where Vulcan is?
Xingyue closed her eyes and thought for a moment: According to the star positioning, it should be about a week’s journey to the northeast. It is a volcanic island, and it is said that an ancient tribe is guarding some kind of sacred object.
We will go there next, Li Yong decided.
Aya looked at him curiously: Why are you suddenly interested in that island?
Li Yong hesitated for a moment, then decided to partially confess: My ability… is related to some ancient relics. There may be something very important to me on Vulcan Island.
He did not explain the system in detail, but his companions seemed to accept it. The True Dragon Pirates adjusted their course and headed northeast towards Vulcan Island.
Three days later at dusk, Li Yong was studying the nautical chart in the captain’s room when he suddenly heard Ogawa’s hurried whistle from the deck – a warning signal.
He rushed to the deck and saw three warships approaching at full speed on the sea in the distance. The warships were painted blue and white, with large naval emblems printed on their main sails.
Navy! Ogawa said nervously, judging from the flag, it’s the ship of the G-7 branch!
Xingyue calmly adjusted her observation instrument: They are about four knots faster than us and are expected to catch up within two hours.
Aya has prepared a medical kit: Do you want to fight?
Li Yong checked the system and found that today’s lottery had already been used. He chose the Imitation Fruit, which can copy the appearance and abilities of anyone he has seen, but it can only last for one hour. This is not the most suitable ability for combat…
Let’s try to get rid of them first, Li Yong ordered, Xiaochuan, adjust the sail direction and take advantage of that thundercloud!
Ogawa immediately understood his intention and adjusted the sail to head towards a dark cloud in the distance. The Aurora was riding the wind and waves, but the navy ship was still approaching steadily.
An hour later, the warship in front had entered the range of the artillery. With a cannon shot, the shell landed not far from the port side of the Aurora, splashing a huge splash of water.
Get ready for battle! Li Yong gritted his teeth and said, Xiaochuan, continue to steer. Aya, prepare the smoke bomb. Xingyue, I need you to calculate the distance accurately.
On the front deck of the warship, a tall man in a naval captain’s uniform held up a megaphone and shouted:
Attention, pirate ships ahead! This is Captain Henry of the G-7 Navy! Drop your sails and surrender immediately, or we will open fire and sink you!
Li Yong narrowed his eyes and looked over. Colonel Henry was covered in some kind of metal armor, even his face was covered with a metal mask, revealing only a pair of cold eyes. The navy soldiers behind him were also wearing light armor and holding special rifles.
Colonel Henry… Ogawa’s voice trembled, I’ve heard of him, he specializes in studying tactics to fight against people with special abilities, his troops are called the Iron Wall, and have never let any pirate escape!
Another shell whistled in, this time hitting the stern directly. The Aurora shook violently, and wood chips flew everywhere.
Mr. Li Yong, we must find a way! Aya held on to the railing tightly.
Li Yong took a deep breath and activated the ability of the Mimic Fruit. He needed to copy an ability that could solve the current dilemma… but who should he imitate? Among the people he had met…
Suddenly, he had an idea.
Cover me! He shouted to Aya, then closed his eyes and recalled the scene he had seen in Rogue Town—the White Hunter Smoker!
The ability of the Mimic Fruit was activated, and Li Yong’s body gradually turned into white smoke. Not exactly the same, but similar enough. He flew towards the warship in the front, and in the form of smoke, he easily avoided the bullets fired by the navy.
A natural ability user?! Colonel Henry took a step back in shock. Everyone, pay attention! Switch to seastone bullets!
Li Yong condensed into a human form on the deck, imitating Smoker’s fighting style: White Gale!
His arms turned into smoke and swept towards the navy soldiers, but the effect was far less than that of the real Smoker. Several soldiers were knocked down, but more had been equipped with seastone bullets specially designed to deal with people with special abilities.
Fire! Henry ordered.
Li Yong barely dodged, but a seastone bullet grazed his shoulder. He felt a sharp pain, and his imitation form was instantly dispelled. He staggered back, realizing that the situation was not good.
At this moment, a strange humming sound came from the sea. The sea water suddenly began to rotate unnaturally, forming a huge whirlpool. The three warships and the Dawn were all caught in it and could not control the direction.
The ocean current is abnormal! The sound of stars and moons is coming from afar. It is the underwater volcanic activity!
The forces of nature were stronger than any battle. The whirlpool separated the ships, pushing the navy ship to the north and the Aurora to the southeast. Li Yong took the opportunity to fly back to his ship, deactivated his mimicry, and collapsed on the deck exhausted.
Getting rid of them…Ogawa breathed a sigh of relief.
But Li Yong knew that this was only temporary. Iron Wall Henry was not the kind of opponent who would give up easily. They had to rush to Vulcan Island as soon as possible to find the historical text…
He looked up at the warship that was gradually going away. He could vaguely see Colonel Henry standing at the stern, his metal mask reflecting the cold light of the setting sun, as if silently announcing: the chase was not over yet.
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Chapter 5: Art and the Island of Notes (Old Version)
The port of Albana Island unfolded before Li Yong’s eyes like a watercolor painting. Colorful houses were stacked up along the hillside, and the dome buildings were inlaid with stained glass, shining like gems in the sun. The air was filled with the fragrance of unknown flowers and the sound of faint music.
Finally arrived… Xiaochuan stretched his body. After drifting on the sea for half a month, his feet almost forgot what it felt like on land.
The Dawn slowly approached the shore. There were all kinds of ships moored at the port, from simple fishing boats to luxurious yachts. The dock workers wore bright uniforms and even stepped in a rhythmic manner when moving the cargo.
Albana Island, the island of art and music known as the capital of spring. Xingyue flipped through her astrological notes. Every year, the most prestigious art festival on the Great Route is held here, and it is also a center for the study of ancient civilizations.
Li Yong took a deep breath of the air with the fragrance of flowers. After getting rid of the pursuit of the navy, they sailed all the way to the southeast and finally arrived at this legendary cultural island. In addition to supplies, he hoped to find clues about the historical text here.
Everyone split up, Li Yong arranged, Xiaochuan was responsible for purchasing supplies, Aya and Xingyue went to the library to look up information, and I went to visit local scholars. Gather at the fountain in the central square before sunset.
The system prompt sounded on time. Li Yong checked today’s options:
1. Artistic Fruit (Superman Series)
2. Sticky Fruit (Superhuman)
3. Silence Fruit (Superhuman)
Artistic Fruit? Li Yong recalled that it didn’t seem to appear in the original work. Out of curiosity, he chose this ability.
In an instant, his hands became extremely sensitive, and the world before him seemed to be broken down into lines, colors, and shapes. He could sense the artistic potential of every object around him—the texture of the wood, the rust of the nails, and even the waves of the sea, all became plastic artistic elements.
Interesting… Li Yong smiled and moved his fingers. It seemed that he would do something creative today.
The streets of Albana are like a maze, and every wall is a canvas, covered with murals and graffiti. Street performers perform acrobatics, mime or play musical instruments, and the air is filled with the atmosphere of creativity and freedom.
Li Yong followed the instructions of the port officials and came to the academic area high up in the city. The buildings here were more solemn, but still artistic. His goal was the Institute of Ancient Civilizations, an academic institution specializing in the study of lost civilizations.
The door of the institute was open, and a heated debate could be heard from inside. Li Yong walked in and saw a spacious circular hall where several scholars were arguing around a huge stone table. On the stone table was an ancient sheepskin map.
…this is definitely a reference to Vulcan, look at the volcano symbol!
But the documents record that there was only one stone tablet on Vulcan Island, but there are three marked here!
Maybe it was moved, or…
A white-haired old man noticed Li Yong’s arrival and looked up: Young man, is there anything I can help you with?
Hello, Professor. Li Yong greets politely, I am very interested in ancient civilizations, especially… the texts on stone tablets.
The old scholar narrowed his eyes: Oh? Most people are not interested in that kind of thing. I am Professor Hohenheim, an expert on ancient writing. Who are you?
Li Yong, a… traveling scholar. Li Yong answered cautiously, not mentioning his identity as a pirate. His True Dragon Pirates’ flag was still new, and it might not have spread to such a distant island.
Professor Hohenheim looked at Li Yong and suddenly pointed at the stone table: So, Mr. Traveling Scholar, what do you think of this symbol?
There was a strange symbol on the corner of the map on the table. It looked like a coiled snake, but with horns on its head. Li Yong felt that the symbol was strangely familiar, as if he had seen it somewhere before…
The power of the Art Fruit suddenly activated on its own. Li Yong’s hands moved uncontrollably, drawing the same symbol in the air, but more delicately – it was not a snake, but a dragon! Even more amazingly, the symbol he drew glowed faintly and floated in the air.
The entire hall fell silent instantly. All the scholars stared at the glowing symbol with wide eyes.
This… This is… Professor Hohenheim’s voice trembled. The emblem of the ancient royal family! Only direct descendants can reproduce it! Young man, who are you?
Li Yong himself was also shocked. He just used the power of the Art Fruit subconsciously, and he didn’t expect it to cause such a big reaction.
I just… happened to see a similar pattern, he answered vaguely.
The old professor grabbed his hand excitedly: No, it’s impossible! This symbol has been lost for eight hundred years! Unless… He lowered his voice and said, “You found the Dragon Seal?”
Li Yong’s heart was shocked. Dragon Mark? Is this related to the Azure Dragon form of his system?
At this moment, a melodious piano sound came from the second floor of the institute. The music seemed to have life, weaving visible tracks of notes in the air. Li Yong was surprised to see that those notes really condensed into translucent light spots, flickering in the sun.
Ah, Roman is practicing again. A young scholar explained with a smile, “Our music researcher, a genius who ate the Note Fruit.”
Professor Hohenheim wanted to continue questioning Li Yong, but the music suddenly changed, and a rapid melody poured down like water. Even more amazingly, those condensed notes began to form a picture – it was the dragon symbol that Li Yong had just drawn!
Interesting… Li Yong muttered to himself. He followed the scholars up to the second floor and saw a tall and thin young man playing a strange golden harp. He was about twenty years old, with brown curly hair, his eyes closed, and he was completely immersed in the music.
When the last note fell, Roman – presumably it was him – opened his eyes and looked directly at Li Yong: There is an echo of a dragon in your soul.
The whole room was silent. Li Yong felt a chill. How did this stranger sense it?
Roman put down the harp and walked up to Li Yong: “I’ve never seen a voice like yours. Most people’s soul music is a single melody, but yours… is like a whole symphony orchestra playing, and it’s different every day.”
Li Yong’s heart beat faster. Could this person tell his daily changes through music?
Roman! Don’t scare the guests. Professor Hohenheim scolded, and then turned to Li Yong. Sorry, this child has been able to hear things that others can’t hear since he was a child. After eating the devil fruit, this ability has become more… concrete.
Roman smiled indifferently: “I mean no harm. I’m just curious…why would someone like you come to Albana?”
Li Yong thought for a moment and decided to partially confess: I’m looking for an ancient stone tablet with special characters engraved on it.
The scholars exchanged glances. Professor Hohenheim said seriously: That kind of thing is very dangerous. The World Government has expressly prohibited the study of historical texts.
But we have been studying it privately for hundreds of years. A young scholar interrupted mischievously, and the professor glared at him.
There is indeed a piece of Vulcan, Hohenheim eventually admitted, but it is closely guarded by the Guardians. Legend has it that only a dragon messenger can pass their test.
Dragon Messenger? Li Yong remembered his Azure Dragon form. Could this be the reason why the system guided him here?
Roman suddenly said: I’ll go with you.
What? Li Yong looked at him in surprise.
I can’t learn anything new here. Roman said casually, as if he were discussing the weather, and your… music, I want to continue listening. Besides, how can you sail without musicians?
Professor Hohenheim sighed: “I knew I couldn’t keep you. Go ahead, but be careful of the World Government’s eyes and ears. They are more obsessed with the historical text than you can imagine.”
Just like that, Li Yong inexplicably gained a new partner. When they left the institute, Roman carried the golden harp on his back and walked briskly as if he was going on a picnic.
Do you really know what it means to join me? Li Yong stopped on the street and said, I am a pirate.
Roman smiled: Pirates, revolutionary army, bounty hunters… they are all the same to me. I only follow interesting souls. He plucked the strings and a few notes jumped in the air. Your soul is very interesting.
At sunset, Li Yong and Roman came to the fountain in the central square. Aya and Xingyue were already waiting there, and Xiaochuan came staggering over with a pile of food.
This is Roman, our new member. Li Yong briefly introduced, musician.
Xiaochuan’s eyes lit up: Great! How can sailing be without music!
Aya looked at Roman warily: Why do you want to join us?
Roman did not answer directly, but played a melody. The music seemed to touch the soul directly, and Li Yong felt a warm current flowing through his body. What was even more amazing was that Aya’s expression gradually softened.
I can strengthen the cohesion of the team. Roman put away the harp and can also attack the enemy with sound waves. The most important thing is… He looked at Li Yong, I know what you are looking for, I can help.
The silvery white right eye of Xingyue flickered slightly: his star tracks intertwined with ours. That was the destiny.
In this way, the True Dragon Pirates increased to six people. They stayed at the hotel in Albana and planned to set off for Vulcan Island early the next morning.
That night, when Aya and Xingyue were studying the ancient symbols that Li Yong had copied with the Art Fruit, they discovered some strange phenomena.
Look here, Aya pointed to the glowing part of the parchment. When Li Yong’s ability works, these lines will overlap with certain patterns in ancient medical books.
Xingyue nodded: According to ancient records, the ancient royal family possessed divine powers and could manipulate natural elements. It sounds like…
Devil Fruit ability. Aya continued, and the two looked at each other.
Li Yong listened at the side, and his doubts deepened. What was the connection between his system ability and the ancient royal family of this world? Why could the Art Fruit reproduce the symbols that only the Dragon Messenger could draw?
The next morning, when they were about to leave the hotel, Xiaochuan ran in in a panic: “Oh no! The port is full of navy!”
Li Yong looked through the window and saw teams of navy soldiers checking every ship leaving the port. What’s worse, the team leader was a familiar figure – Iron Wall Henry!
How did he find us? Aya exclaimed in a low voice.
Roman plucked the strings of the guitar and listened with his eyes closed: There is a traitor… One of the port officials recognized your flag and reported it to the navy.
Li Yong checks today’s system lottery:
1. Weight Fruit (Superhuman)
2. Barrier Fruit (Superhuman)
None of them are direct combat abilities. He must think of a clever way…
I have a plan, Li Yong quickly arranged it, Roman, can you create chaos with music? Xiaochuan, prepare the boat but don’t raise the flag. Aya, Xingyue, you go on board first. I will lead them away.
The plan went smoothly – until Colonel Henry suddenly changed his route and headed directly for the Aurora. Li Yong had to act in advance, activating the ability of the Transparent Fruit to hide his body and quietly approach Henry.
Just as he was about to launch a sneak attack, Henry suddenly turned around, his eyes under the mechanical mask looking directly at where Li Yong was: Invisibility is useless to me, pirate. My mask has thermal sensing.
Li Yong immediately switched his abilities, using the Weight Fruit to make himself as light as a feather, and jumped onto the roof. Henry ordered to open fire, and seastone bullets whizzed past.
Roman, now! Li Yong shouted.
The musician played an exciting melody, and the sound waves materialized into visible shock waves, knocking out a row of navy soldiers. At the same time, Li Yong used the barrier fruit to erect a transparent wall between the navy and the dock.
Get on board! he shouted, and at the same time he made himself heavier and threw himself directly at Henry from the roof.
Colonel Metal barely blocked the blow, but was knocked back several steps by the impact. Li Yong took the opportunity to run to the dock, where his companions had already untied the ropes. He jumped onto the Aurora, which was leaving the shore, and looked back to see Henry standing on the edge of the dock, waving his fist angrily.
It won’t be so easy next time, True Dragon Pirates! His voice came through the loudspeaker, I will personally send you to the Undersea Prison!
Li Yong stood at the stern, watching the Albana Island gradually disappear. This time they not only got the clues of the historical text, but also gained a new partner. But the navy’s pursuit also became more urgent.
Roman walked over to him and played a soothing melody: Worried about the Tin Man?
Li Yong shook his head: I was just wondering…why my abilities are related to the ancient royal family.
Roman smiled mysteriously: Perhaps the answer lies on the stone tablet on Vulcan Island.
Xingyue adjusted the sail ropes, and his silvery right eye looked towards the northeast horizon: the Red Dragon was rising…the thread of fate began to tighten.
The Dawn braved the wind and waves and headed for its next destination – Vulcan Island, which guards the text of history.
Three things to do when reading: read, collect, and reward!
Chapter 6 Vulcan Trial (Old Version)
Vulcan Island lies on the sea level like a sleeping giant. The towering crater emits wisps of white smoke, and the black rock walls glow dark red in the sunset, as if they will erupt with destructive flames at any time.
What a depressing place… Ogawa stood at the bow and lowered his voice unconsciously, wondering if the main text of history was in a place like this?
Xingyue compared her star map with her notes: the coordinates were correct. Ancient books recorded that there was an ancient temple in the Vulcan crater, where the guardians had lived for generations, protecting the dragon’s secret treasure.
Li Yong took a deep breath. Ever since the old professor on Albana Island mentioned the Dragon Seal, he felt that all this seemed to be somehow related to his system ability. Today’s lottery gave him the Bubble Fruit, the Door-Door Fruit, and the Spring Fruit, none of which were the most ideal combinations of combat abilities.
Li Yong ordered Xiaochuan and Roman to stay on the boat and keep the communication open. Aya, Xingyue and I went ashore to look for the temple.
The Dawn cautiously sailed to the leeward side of the island and dropped anchor in a secluded bay. It was almost dusk when Li Yong and his two companions boarded the boat and went ashore. The black sand made a strange creaking sound when stepped on, and the air was filled with the smell of sulfur.
Someone is following us. Aya suddenly whispered, her hand on the medicine bottle at her waist.
Li Yong nodded calmly. Ever since they came ashore, they felt someone watching them from the dark. The footprints on the beach were also suspiciously fresh – someone had deliberately walked here just before they arrived.
Go ahead, Li Yong whispered, and see what they want to do.
They climbed up the mountain along an ancient stone staircase almost covered by vegetation. As the altitude increased, the air became thinner and hotter, and the steam from the crater formed a white mist around them.
Just as they were about to reach the edge of the crater, an arrow suddenly shot out from the mist and lodged deeply in the rock in front of Li Yong’s feet.
Stop, outsider. A deep voice came from the fog, explaining your purpose.
Li Yong raised his hands to signal peace: We seek knowledge, not treasure. It is said that the Temple of Vulcan guards the ancient stone tablet.
Three tall figures walked out of the white mist. They were covered in black scales, wearing dragon-shaped masks, and holding strange spears—the tips of the spears seemed to be carved from the teeth of some creature, glowing dark red.
Another arrogant person looking for the dragon’s secret treasure. The leading guardian sneered, you pirates will never learn your lesson.
Li Yong noticed that he said another one, and it seemed that many people had tried it before.
We are only interested in the words on the stone tablet, Xingyue said calmly, not for power or treasure.
The guardians exchanged glances. The leader approached Li Yong and suddenly pulled out a bone knife and slashed Li Yong’s arm. Blood dripped onto the volcanic rock, making a strange hissing sound.
You! Aya immediately took out the medicine bottle, but was stopped by Li Yong.
The guardian leader stared at Li Yong’s blood for a while, then knelt on one knee: Dragon blood resonance… After eight hundred years, I finally waited for you, the dragon messenger.
Li Yong was confused, but decided to follow the other party’s instructions: So, can you take us to see the stone tablet?
No, Guardian, you must pass the test. Tradition cannot be broken, even for the Dragon’s Herald.
Li Yong frowned: What trial?
A test of strength and wisdom. The guardian turned and walked into the mist, following me.
The three followed the guardian through the steam-filled mountain road and came to the edge of the crater. Below was a huge circular platform, suspended above the magma lake, connected to the surrounding rock walls by four narrow stone bridges.
In the trial land, the guardian points to the platform. In the strength trial, you must defeat the guardian stone statue. In the wisdom trial, you must decipher the ancient puzzle. Only after passing all of them can you access the dragon’s secret treasure.
Li Yong looked at the platform above the lava lake below, his throat dry. What use could the Bubble Fruit and the Door-Door Fruit be in this environment?
Can I accompany you? Aya asked, as the ship’s doctor.
The guardian shook his head: “Only one challenger is allowed. But you can watch from the viewing platform.” He pointed to a platform protruding from the rock wall.
With no choice, Li Yong could only nod in agreement. The guardian handed him a bone whistle: If you give up, blow it. But you only have one chance to challenge.
Walking down the steep stone steps to the trial platform, Li Yong felt the heat wave almost burning his lungs. In the center of the platform stood two huge stone statues, shaped like a hybrid of a dragon and a human, holding huge swords.
The trial of strength begins! The voice of the guardian echoed in the crater.
The two stone statues suddenly moved, their eyes glowed red, and the giant swords slashed at Li Yong with a whistling sound. He barely used the power of the Spring Fruit to jump away, but almost slipped into the magma when he landed.
Damn it! Li Yong gritted his teeth. The Spring Fruit is good for moving, but lacks attack power. The Bubble Fruit is almost useless in this high temperature environment – the bubbles burst as soon as they appear. The Door-Door Fruit may
The stone statue attacked again, and Li Yong quickly opened a door in the air and teleported behind another stone statue. But the stone statue seemed to be able to sense his position and immediately turned around to attack.
On the viewing platform, Aya bit her lip nervously: This won’t work… His abilities are not suitable for this kind of battle.
Xingyue’s silver-white right eye was fixed on the battlefield: No, he was studying.
As expected, Li Yong began to change his strategy. He no longer tried to attack the statue directly, but used the Door-Door Fruit to constantly change his position while charging his spring legs to jump. After several attempts, he found the rhythm – opening the door and teleporting behind the statue at the moment of its attack, and then kicking the joints of the statue with his spring legs.
They are imitating my movements! Li Yong suddenly realized. Every time he used a certain attack method, the stone statue would adjust its strategy to defend against that method. This means…
He deliberately used the same attack pattern repeatedly to make the statue fix its defense strategy, then suddenly used the Bubble Fruit to create a large number of bubbles to block the statue’s vision, then used the Door-Door Fruit to teleport to the edge of the platform, and used his spring leg to kick the statue’s supporting pillar with all his strength.
Boom! One of the stone statues lost its balance and fell into the lava. The other stone statue paused for a moment, then also stopped moving automatically.
The trial of strength has been passed! The voice of the guardian sounded, prepare for the trial of wisdom!
A stone tablet rose in the center of the platform, engraved with ancient words and patterns. Li Yong approached and found that they were four pictures:
The first depicts a man swallowing a glowing fruit under the moon;
The second shows the same person standing on a hilltop, surrounded by different animals;
In the third, the man lies in a coffin with trees growing out of him;
The fourth shows a baby being born from flames.
Decipher the prophecy, Dragon Messenger, the Guardian said, you have a quarter of an incense stick of time.
Li Yong stared at the patterns, sweat oozing from his forehead. This looked like some kind of metaphor about devil fruit… but what exactly?
On the viewing platform, Xingyue suddenly spoke: Time is cyclical! The four paintings represent the changing of the four seasons!
Her voice was distorted by the echo of the crater, but Li Yong still caught the key words. Four seasons? He re-examined the picture:
Eating fruit under the moon – autumn harvest;
Mountaintop animals – hibernate;
Trees in the coffin – spring growth;
Flame baby-Xia Chang?
No, that’s not right… Suddenly, an idea flashed in his mind – this is not the four seasons, but the cycle of the devil fruit!
First picture: A person eats a devil fruit;
The second picture: The user uses multiple forms (possibly animal-type);
The third picture: The ability user dies and the fruit is reborn;
The fourth picture: The birth of a new person with special abilities!
This is the reincarnation process of the devil fruit! Li Yong shouted the answer.
The stone tablet hummed and slowly sank into the ground. A larger black stone tablet rose up on the other side of the platform – the historical text!
The wisdom test has been passed! The guardians announced in unison, Dragon Messenger, please accept your secret treasure.
Li Yong approached the historical text and touched the ancient characters with his fingers. Although he could not understand the content, the system responded immediately:
[Ding! Found the first historical text stele. Mission completed 1/4. Unlocked new function: ability retention. ][Ability retention: You can choose a previously extracted fruit ability to use once a week, and the duration is 24 hours.]Li Yong’s eyes lit up. This meant that he didn’t have to rely entirely on daily draws, and could strategically reserve some powerful abilities to deal with emergencies!
The leader of the guardians stepped forward and saluted respectfully: “Dragon Messenger, you have passed the test set by our ancestors. According to tradition, we should copy the contents of the stone tablet for you.”
He took out a piece of special leather and some kind of black powder from his robe and skillfully made a rubbing of the stone tablet. When he handed the rubbing to Li Yong, he whispered: Be careful of the World Government. They hunt down everyone who has anything to do with the Dragon’s Secret Treasure.
Why do you call me the Dragon Messenger? Li Yong finally asked the question in his mind.
The guardian pointed at Li Yong’s arm – the cut had healed, but a strange mark was left, vaguely like the pattern of dragon scales.
There is the breath of dragons in your blood. For eight hundred years, since the end of the Joyboy era, no one has been able to awaken the Dragon Mark. The voice of the Guardian is full of awe, predicting that when the Dragon Emissary returns, the world will usher in great changes.
Li Yong wanted to ask more questions, but the volcano suddenly shook slightly and debris rolled down the rock wall.
The volcanic activity intensifies, and the guardian urges you to leave. Remember, when you collect all four tablets, the truth will be revealed.
It was already late at night when they returned to the Aurora. Ogawa and Roman waited anxiously on the deck and were relieved to see the three return safely.
How is it? Ogawa asked impatiently, “Did you get the stone tablet?”
Li Yong showed the rubbings given by the guardian: Not only did he get them, but he also got something extra. He briefly explained the new features of the system.
Great! Ogawa cheered, with this, we can definitely challenge stronger opponents! I heard there is a fleet of the pirate supernova Ace of Fire Fist nearby, why not…
No, Aya interrupted him, we should proceed with caution. With the historical text, the navy will intensify the pursuit of us. Now we should avoid the main route and look for the next stone tablet.
The two began to argue, their voices growing louder and louder. Li Yong noticed that this was the first time that the team had a clear disagreement. Xingyue remained silent, while Roman plucked the strings of his zither thoughtfully.
Enough, Li Yong finally spoke, and we will have a meeting tomorrow to discuss the next plan. Everyone is tired tonight.
Back in the captain’s room, Li Yong carefully studied the stone tablet rubbings. Although he couldn’t understand the words, the dragon-shaped symbols that appeared repeatedly in the pattern were exactly the same as those he had drawn on Albana Island. Even more strange was that when he touched the rubbings with the ability of the Art Fruit that he retained today, some of the symbols emitted a faint golden light.
What is the connection between the system, the historical text, and that Joey Boy? Li Yong muttered to himself.
Outside the window, the smoke from the Vulcan volcano formed a strange picture in the moonlight, as if a giant dragon was hovering in the night sky. Li Yong had a feeling that the mystery he had just uncovered was just the tip of the iceberg.
[Ding! The next historical text stele is located in the Seven Waters City, kept by the fishman shipwright Tom. Warning: CP9 agents have been lurking there for many years. ]Chapter 7 Frozen Blood and Tears (Old Version)
The outline of the City of Seven Waters gradually emerged from the morning mist. This city built on the canal is like a precise mechanical work of art. The layers of waterways divide the city into multiple islands, and huge fountains bloom in the city center. Even from a distance, you can feel the city’s vigorous vitality.
Finally arrived… Xiaochuan breathed a sigh of relief and rubbed his bloodshot eyes. Three days of sailing had exhausted the young navigator, but at this moment his face was full of excitement. The Seven Waters City! The best shipyard on the Grand Route is here!
Li Yong stood at the bow, feeling the sea breeze. The Dawn really needed to be repaired after the battle with the navy, and the cracks on the stern were getting bigger every day. More importantly, according to the system prompt, the second historical text was here, kept by the fishman shipwright Tom.
Everyone, pay attention. Li Yong turned to his companions. We have two goals here: repair the ship and find the historical text. But remember, there may be spies from the World Government here, so everyone must be careful.
Aya packed the medical bag: Xingyue and I will go to buy medicine and sailing supplies. Roman, you need new strings, right?
The musician nodded, his fingers gently running over the harp: This city is full of beautiful notes… I hear them calling me.
Xingyue’s silver-white right eye scanned the city: Water City… The trajectory of the stars here is very chaotic. Something is interfering with the thread of fate.
1. Frozen Fruit (Natural)
2. Float-Float Fruit (Superman Series)
3. Rust-Rust Fruit (Metahuman)
He chose the frozen fruit. A chill immediately flowed through his body, as if every cell had turned into polar ice crystals. The breath he exhaled condensed into frost flowers in the air.
Let’s go, Xiaochuan and I will go find the shipwright Tom. Li Yong said, remember, meet at the central fountain before sunset.
The streets of the Seven Waters City are winding like a maze, and all kinds of boats shuttle through the canals. Li Yong and Xiaochuan go along the main waterway, looking for the legendary Tom Shipyard.
Hearing that Tom is a fishman, Ogawa excitedly said that he once built a ship for the Pirate King Roger! And——
He suddenly stopped and pointed to a large building across the canal in front of him: Look! That’s Tom’s Shipyard!
People were coming and going at the shipyard entrance. Craftsmen were carrying wood and hammering nails. The air was filled with the scent of rosin and seawater. As Li Yong approached, he heard a loud voice:
No means no! I have said it so many times, I will not build ships for pirates!
A burly fishman was roaring at several people in fancy clothes. He had a blue afro, wore aviator glasses, and only wore a work vest on his muscular upper body – it was the legendary shipwright Tom.
But Mr. Tom, we are willing to pay three times the price…A businessman-looking man is still fighting for it.
Get lost! Tom waved his hand, scaring the men back one after another. What I built is not a tool for killing people, but a ship that carries dreams!
Li Yong and Xiaochuan looked at each other. It seemed that directly revealing their identity as pirates was not a good idea.
Hello, Mr. Tom, Li Yong stepped forward and saluted respectfully. My ship needs repairs, and I heard that you are the best shipbuilder on the Grand Route.
Tom turned around and looked Li Yong up and down: Your boat? What boat?
The sloop Aurora had a crack on its stern and the mast needed to be reinforced. Li Yong replied that it was not a big project, but it required the craftsmanship of a master.
Tom narrowed his eyes: You are not an ordinary sailor. The calluses on your hands are left by holding weapons for a long time, and the standing posture is that of someone who has experienced life-and-death battles. Pirate?
Li Yong’s heart beat faster, but he remained calm: If I say yes, will you refuse?
Unexpectedly, Tom laughed: Honest! I like honest people! He moved closer to Li Yong and suddenly lowered his voice, and there is a special breath on you… like some kind of ancient power.
Li Yong was shocked. This fishman could sense the system’s capabilities?
Come with me, Tom turned and walked into the shipyard, let me see your boat. Whether to repair it or not… depends on your answer.
In the back room of the shipyard, Tom took out a design drawing: This is my latest work, an improved version of the Sea Train Smoking Tom. But there is a technical problem that has not been solved… Do you know shipbuilding?
Li Yong was about to shake his head when he suddenly remembered the ability of the Ice Fruit today. Although it seemed unrelated, the abilities granted by the system often came with related knowledge. He concentrated and indeed felt a lot of information about ship engineering emerge in his mind.
Here, he pointed to a connection structure in the design, which could absorb more vibration if an elastic joint was used instead. And this transmission system would work better in low-temperature environments.
Tom’s eyes widened: “You are not simple, kid! This is exactly the solution I have been considering recently!” He patted Li Yong’s shoulder and laughed, “Okay! I have repaired your boat!”
As they talked, Li Yong noticed several figures flashing in the shadows of the shipyard. They were dressed in ordinary workers’ clothes, but their movements were too…precise. Every movement seemed to be carefully calculated, without any superfluous movement.
CP agent? Li Yong was secretly alert. The system had warned him that there were people from the World Government lurking here.
In the afternoon, the Aurora was towed into the special dock of Tom Shipyard. Li Yong paid the deposit, arranged for Xiaochuan to stay and supervise the repair work, and went to the city to look for clues to the historical text.
The library of the Seven Waters City is an ancient circular building with an amazingly rich collection of books. Li Yong searched the ancient books area for materials related to the historical text, but found nothing. Just as he was about to leave, a familiar voice sounded behind him:
What are you looking for so intently, Captain?
Li Yong turned around and saw Roman leaning against the bookshelf, playing with an old coin in his hand.
Clues to the historical text, Li Yong replied in a low voice, what about you?
Roman flicked the coin into the air and caught it again: Music history. This city has an 800-year musical heritage. He suddenly leaned in. I heard… there’s something interesting in the basement of Tom’s studio.
Li Yong narrowed his eyes: How did you know?
The music told me. Roman smiled mysteriously, every place has its own melody, and some notes…are particularly loud.
Li Yong decided to explore Tom’s studio tonight. But just as he was about to leave the library, a warning popped up on the system:
[Warning! Government encrypted signal detected! CP agents have locked onto the host’s location! ]Li Yong’s whole body tensed up. He quickly looked around and found two men in windbreakers approaching from different directions, with their hands inside their lapels – no doubt holding weapons.
Roman, we are being targeted, Li Yong whispered, let’s split up and meet at the fountain!
They quickly separated. Li Yong used the power of the Ice Fruit to create an ice wall behind him to block the pursuers, and then jumped into the canal through the side window. The cold river water made him shudder, but his ice power allowed him to easily freeze a passage.
After shaking off the pursuers, Li Yong took a detour back to the shipyard. It was already late, and most of the workers had gone off work, with only a few lights still on.
In the dock, the repair work of the Aurora was progressing smoothly. Xiaochuan was chatting with a few workers. When he saw Li Yong coming back, he waved excitedly: Mr. Li Yong! Mr. Tom said it will be finished in another day!
Very good, Li Yong nodded, have the others returned?
It’s not the appointed time yet. Xiaochuan looked at his pocket watch. Oh, Mr. Tom invited us to his house for dinner tonight. He said he was very interested in the low-temperature transmission system you mentioned and wanted to discuss it in detail.
Li Yong was about to answer when he suddenly felt a piercing chill – not from the frozen fruit, but an instinctive warning of danger.
Ogawa, get down!
It’s too late.
A black shadow flashed by, and a blood flower bloomed on Xiaochuan’s chest. He widened his eyes, slowly lowered his head to look at the blood hole that suddenly appeared on his chest, and then fell down like a puppet with its strings cut.
Xiaochuan! Li Yong roared, and instantly created an ice wall around him.
A tall, thin man in a black suit walked out of the shadows, with blood dripping from his fingers. His face was expressionless like a mask, and his eyes were as cold as a snake.
CP9, Rob Lucci. The man said calmly, “According to the orders of our superiors, we are retrieving those who are related to the historical text. Resistance is useless.”
Li Yong’s blood almost froze. The strongest killing machine in CP9! He quickly checked Xiaochuan’s injuries – the situation was critical and he had to be treated immediately. But today’s frozen fruit had no healing ability!
Aya… Aya must be found… Li Yong gritted his teeth, picked up Xiaochuan, and at the same time released a large amount of cold air to create a fog barrier.
Lu Qi snorted coldly and disappeared in a flash. The next second, Li Yong felt a sharp pain in his back – five claw marks deeply tore his clothes and flesh.
Too slow. Lucci’s voice echoed in the fog.
Li Yong knew that a head-on confrontation would not win. He had to escape and save Xiaochuan! With an idea, he injected all his ice power into the ground, and the entire dock was instantly covered with a thick layer of ice. While Lucci was trying to adjust his balance, Li Yong picked up Xiaochuan and slid towards the exit at high speed on the ice.
Can you escape? Lucci’s voice followed him closely.
Just as Li Yong was about to be caught up, a golden sound wave attacked from the side, forcing Lucci to retreat. It was Roman! He stood on the roof, and the harp emitted a harsh high-frequency sound wave.
This way! Roman yelled.
Li Yong seized the opportunity and followed Roman through the alley. After several twists and turns, he finally got rid of the pursuers. They met Aya and Xingyue in a hidden alley.
Ogawa! When Aya saw the blood-stained Ogawa, she immediately became a doctor. She quickly checked the injury, and her face became more and more serious. The lung was penetrated and there was internal bleeding… She needed surgery immediately.
Use your medical skills to save him, Li Yong’s voice was hoarse, no matter what method you use!
Aya shook her head: Ordinary medical skills won’t work… but there’s a Song of Life therapy in ancient medicine that requires three special medicinal ingredients: the sea ganoderma from the Ghost Sea, the secretions of thousand-year-old coral polyps, and… dragon’s blood grass.
Dragon blood grass? Li Yong frowned.
Legend has it that it only grows in the land where dragons breathe. Xingyue explains that it is extremely rare.
Aya continued to treat Xiaochuan’s wounds with skillful techniques but a desperate expression: Even with medicinal herbs, the success rate is less than 30%… and we must set off to the Ghost Sea immediately, Xiaochuan will not last more than three days.
Li Yong clenched his fists. The Ghost Sea is one of the most dangerous areas on the Grand Line. Legend has it that once you go there, you can never return. And tomorrow his abilities will be refreshed. Who knows what he will draw…
Let’s vote, Li Yong said with difficulty, whether to take the risk and go to the ghost sea, or…
Of course I’ll go! Roman interrupted him, are we going to watch Xiaochuan die?
The stars and the moon were silent for a moment: The stars showed that…the ghost sea area would be calm for a day in the near future. If we calculate the time accurately…
Aya had prepared a medical kit: I made a list of the herbs needed and their likely locations.
All eyes were on Li Yong. As the captain, the final decision was in his hands.
Li Yong looked at Xiaochuan’s pale face and thought about how this optimistic boy had followed him from the beginning. Without Xiaochuan’s sailing skills, they would not have come this far.
Getting ready to set off, Li Yong said in a deep voice, let’s go to the Ghost Sea.
Late at night, the Aurora quietly left the Seven Waters. Due to the unfinished repairs, the ship’s speed was only half of the normal speed. Ogawa was placed in the cabin, and Aya used drugs and acupuncture to maintain his weak vital signs.
Li Yong stood at the stern, looking at the lights of the Seven Waters City gradually fading away. The historical text has not been found, the ship has not been repaired, and now he has to venture to the Sea of Death…
It’s not your fault. Aya walked up to him and said softly.
Li Yong shook his head: I am the captain, the safety of the team is my responsibility.
CP9 has been lurking in the Seven Water City for many years, and no one could have predicted it. Aya handed him a cup of hot tea, and Xiaochuan would survive. He is a strong child.
Li Yong took the teacup and felt the warmth passing into his cold fingertips: Aya, what exactly is that dragon blood grass?
Aya looked at the distant horizon: “Ancient books record that it is a rare herb that has absorbed the breath of dragons. But I doubt it… She hesitated, maybe your blood can be used as a substitute. Didn’t the guardian say that? There is the breath of dragons in your blood.”
Li Yong was thoughtful. If his blood was really special, then the connection between the system’s ability and this world would be even more mysterious.
After my ability is refreshed tomorrow, I will keep the healing fruit just in case. Li Yong said, now, go and rest. The real challenge will start tomorrow.
Aya nodded and left. Li Yong stood alone under the starry sky, thinking about the arrangement of fate. Why did he draw the frozen fruit today? Why did Xiaochuan get hurt? If the system is really guiding him, then does this crisis have its meaning?
The moonlight sprinkled on the sea, forming a silver road, pointing directly to the dark sea in the distance – the Ghost Sea, the place where their life and death test was carried out.
[Ding! Extreme environment and extreme danger detected. System suggestion: retain natural abilities to deal with abnormal climate in the ghost sea.]Chapter 8 Whispers of the Ghost Sea (Old Version)
The edge of the Ghost Sea was like an invisible boundary. On one side was the sunny blue water, and on the other side was the leaden gray world shrouded in thick fog. The Dawn slowly stopped in front of this dividing line, like a cautious beast testing the dangers of an unknown territory.
This is it… Xingyue’s silvery right eye scanned the thick fog through the copper observation instrument. According to the trajectory of the stars, we only have a twenty-four-hour window to cross this sea area.
Li Yong stood at the bow, feeling the chill coming from the ghost sea. It was not just the temperature, but a chill that went straight to the bone. Today’s lottery gave him the Sticky Fruit – the ability to create and manipulate special mucus, which was not suitable for dealing with the challenge at hand.
How is Xiaochuan doing? He turned around and asked Aya.
The ship’s doctor looked serious: “It’s stable, but it’s only a matter of time before it gets worse. We must find the sea ganoderma as soon as possible, which is the basic material for the Song of Life therapy.”
Roman gently plucked the harp strings, and a few notes were strangely distorted in the mist: I hear this sea singing… and it’s not a kind melody.
Li Yong took a deep breath: Go ahead. Xingyue, you navigate. Roman, use your sound waves to detect the reef. Aya, take good care of Xiaochuan. I will deal with any emergencies.
The Dawn slowly sailed into the thick fog. In an instant, all the sunlight and warmth were cut off, as if entering another world. The fog was so thick that it was almost impossible to dissolve, and visibility was less than ten meters. The sea water was an unnatural deep purple, and occasionally fluorescent creatures swam through the depths, like elusive ghosts.
The rudder was turned fifteen degrees to the left, and the stars and the moon gave gentle guidance. The silvery-white right eye shone slightly in the mist, and there was a whirlpool under the water.
Roman stood at the bow, playing the bass continuously. The sound waves formed visible ripples on the water surface, and when they encountered obstacles, they would rebound to form a special pattern. There are reefs two hundred meters ahead, he warned, and went around the starboard side.
Li Yong was surprised at the tacit cooperation of the team. Without Xiaochuan’s navigation skills, they were still able to move forward in such dangerous waters. This reminded him of the scene when the team was just formed – now everyone has grown a lot.
Sea Ganoderma grows in the shipwreck cemetery in the center of the ghost sea. Aya flipped through her medical books. According to the records, they cling to the keels of shipwrecks that are more than a hundred years old and absorb the energy of the dead to grow.
Shipwreck graveyard… doesn’t sound like a good place. Li Yong secretly thanked himself for keeping the healing fruit ability from last week as a backup today.
Suddenly, the ship shook violently, as if it had hit something. Everyone immediately went on alert.
It’s not a reef, Roman frowned, the sound waves showed it was some kind of…creature.
Huge ripples appeared on the water, and a dark figure swam under the ship, at least three times the length of the Aurora. Some giant sea creature was circling below them.
Don’t disturb it, Li Yong whispered, and keep moving forward.
They held their breath, listening to the gurgling sound of the creature swimming under the boat. After a few minutes, the sound faded away, and the team breathed a sigh of relief.
But the crisis was not over. As the Dawn went deeper into the center of the sea, the fog suddenly turned into a strange green. The observation instrument of Xingyue began to spin wildly, and Roman’s strings broke for no reason.
The magnetic field is abnormal! Xingyue exclaimed, all navigation equipment failed!
Worse still, countless small whirlpools began to appear on the sea surface, like countless mouths sucking greedily. The ship shook violently and was almost impossible to control.
Aya! Take care of Xiaochuan! Everyone else, stabilize the boat! Li Yong shouted, and at the same time activated the ability of the Sticky Fruit. He pressed his hands on the deck, secreting a large amount of special mucus, firmly fixing all the items on the boat.
Xingyue quickly climbed up the mast and observed the sky regardless of the danger: The stars were obscured… but I could feel… over there! She pointed to the ten o’clock direction, where there was a temporary calm zone!
Roman put on new strings and played a high-frequency sound wave. The sound wave formed a visible channel in the mist: Follow the melody I play! Avoid those discordant sound areas!
Li Yong took the helm and moved forward carefully according to the instructions of Xingyue and Roman. Just as they were about to reach the calm zone, the stern of the boat was suddenly hit by something.
A huge tentacle broke through the water and slammed heavily onto the deck. Then a second, a third… a giant octopus-like creature was attacking the ship! Its eyes glowed an eerie red, and its suckers were covered in barbs.
Deep Sea Squirrel! Aya saw this scene from the cabin window and exclaimed, the guardian of the legendary ghost sea!
Li Yong immediately launched an attack, but the sticky fruit had limited effect on this giant creature. He tried to fix the tentacles with mucus, but the squid easily broke free.
Mr. Li Yong! Xingyue suddenly shouted, its eyes! The sound waves show that is its weak spot!
Roman immediately understood and played a harsh high note. The sound waves condensed into a solid object and shot towards the eyes of the demon squid like a sharp arrow. The monster felt pain and retracted several tentacles, but attacked even more violently.
Li Yong had an idea and combined the power of the Sticky Fruit with Roman’s sound waves. He covered Roman’s sonic arrows with a layer of special mucus, and when these arrows hit the demon squirrel, the mucus quickly spread and sealed the monster’s eyes and suction cups.
Now! Go to the calm zone with all your strength! Li Yong shouted.
Amid the roar of the demon squid, the Dawn rushed into a relatively calm area of water. The fog here turned light blue, and the wreckage of dozens of ancient shipwrecks floated on the water, forming a strange ship graveyard.
Shipwreck cemetery…Aya walked onto the deck carrying a medical kit. The sea ganoderma should be here.
They lowered the boat and carefully explored the sunken ships. Li Yong and Roman were in charge of the search, while Aya and Xingyue stayed behind to take care of Xiaochuan.
The shipwrecks exuded a decayed atmosphere, and some of the ships looked hundreds of years old. Li Yong jumped onto the wreck of an ancient wooden warship and searched for the legendary sea ganoderma on the keel.
Found it! Roman shouted from another sunken ship.
Li Yong rushed over and saw what Roman was pointing at – a patch of shimmering blue fungus, shaped like an ear, with vein-like patterns on its surface. It was exactly the sea ganoderma that Aya had described.
They carefully collected a few plants and were about to return when Li Yong suddenly felt dizzy. Something… non-existent appeared at the edge of his vision. The wreckage of a black ship he had never seen before, with a bow that looked like a dragon. Even stranger, he heard a female voice calling his name – not Li Yong, but his real name before he traveled through time!
Did you hear that? Li Yong asked Roman.
The musician shook his head in confusion: What did you hear?
The voice sounded again, this time more clearly: [System synchronization rate increased to 65%… Host detected approaching the first memory node…]System? Is this the sound of the system? But unlike the usual mechanical prompt sound, this sound is more… humane.
The dizziness suddenly intensified, and Li Yong staggered. When he looked at the black ship again, it had disappeared, as if it had never existed.
Are you okay? Roman asked with concern.
Li Yong shook his head: “Nothing… maybe it’s the fog. Let’s go back.”
Back on the Dawn, Aya immediately began to prepare the Song of Life treatment. She ground the sea ganoderma into powder, mixed it with several other herbs, and then added distilled water to boil. The liquid gradually turned dark blue and emitted a strange aroma.
What is needed now are secretions from millennia-old coral polyps, which Aya said can usually be found on coral reefs near shipwrecks.
Xingyue checked the sea chart: there is a coral area on the east side of the shipwreck cemetery.
Li Yong looked at the sky and said: We have a maximum of six hours of safety window. Act quickly.
The search in the coral area went better than expected. In the coral-covered area of a shipwreck, they found a rare black coral with pearly mucus secreted from its center – exactly the medicine they needed.
But just as they were about to return, Roman’s harp suddenly made a shrill buzzing sound, which was not played by him.
Something is interfering with the sound waves! Roman looked around vigilantly, like… some kind of signal?
Li Yong also sensed something was wrong. The sea began to fluctuate unnaturally, and the mist turned a dangerous crimson.
The storm is coming! Xingyue shouted, it’s earlier than expected! We must leave here before it arrives!
They rowed back to the Aurora desperately, and Aya immediately began to prepare the final medicine. She added coral secretions to the previous mixture, and the liquid immediately turned into a brilliant golden color.
The last step… Aya looked at Li Yong hesitantly. In theory, dragon blood grass is needed, but…
Use my blood. Li Yong stretched out his arm. The guardian said my blood has the breath of a dragon.
Aya nodded and pierced Li Yong’s finger with a silver needle. When the blood dripped into the golden liquid, a strange phenomenon occurred – the potion suddenly boiled and emitted a dazzling red light. Even more amazingly, Li Yong’s blood formed a tiny dragon-shaped pattern in the potion before dissolving.
This… Aya’s eyes widened. The dragon blood resonance recorded in the ancient books… was actually true…
Without time to think, she immediately fed the potion to Xiaochuan. The boy’s complexion improved visibly and his breathing became steady.
Success! Aya cried with joy, he will survive!
At this moment, the ship suddenly shook violently. It wasn’t because of the storm – something was hitting the bottom of the ship, and it was even bigger than the demon squid before.
Get out of here quickly! Li Yong ordered, Xingyue, show the way!
The Dawn rushed out of the shipwreck graveyard with all its might, the sea churning behind it, and a huge black shadow chasing closely. Just as they were about to reach the edge of the ghost sea, two shadows approached from different directions.
Ahead, a huge navy warship broke through the thick fog, and a tall figure stood on the bow—a red suit, with a cloak of justice fluttering behind him. Admiral Akainu Sakaski!
The True Dragon Pirates, his voice is as hot as magma, ready to accept the punishment of justice!
Behind them, another pirate ship appeared—with a blood-dripping blade painted on its black sails. The Blood Blade Pirates, the powerful enemy they had fought a month ago!
There is a wolf in front and a tiger behind… Roman plucked the strings with a wry smile.
Li Yong looked around. On the left was the Death Storm of the Ghost Sea, and on the right was the unknown reef area. Akainu’s warships had begun preparing for the bombardment, and the Blood Blade pirates were howling and waving their weapons.
Ogawa is still unconscious, the team is exhausted, and today’s sticky fruit ability is almost useless in this situation…
[Ding! Extreme combat situation detected. Emergency protocol activated: tomorrow’s abilities can be refreshed in advance. Do you accept? ]The system’s prompt was like a life-saving straw. Li Yong accepted it without hesitation.
[Tomorrow’s abilities will be unlocked in advance. Today’s optional devil fruit abilities are as follows:]3. Mimicry Fruit (Superhuman)
A fire of hope ignited in Li Yong’s eyes. He made his choice and felt the new power surge in his body.
The True Dragon Pirates! He turned to face his companions, his voice as firm as iron, ready to fight!
Chapter 9 True Dragon Awakens (Old Version)
The power of the Shining Fruit surged through Li Yong’s body, and every cell turned into light. He had never felt such pure and powerful power before – his body could transform into light, move at the speed of light, and fire laser attacks.
But facing the double-sided attack from Akainu Sakaski and Bloody Marcus, even such a powerful ability seemed stretched.
Everyone listen up! Li Yong’s voice echoed in the light-speed movement. Aya protected Xiaochuan, Xingyue calculated the best breakout route, and Roman interfered with the enemy’s communications!
The Aurora drew a sharp arc on the purple sea, trying to pass through the gap between the two enemy armies. Akainu’s warships roared with gunfire, and hot magma bombs streaked across the sky, falling like a rain of fire.
Yasakani no Magatama! Li Yong leaped into the air, crossed his hands, and countless light bullets rained down on the navy ships, intercepting the lava bullets.
The flames of the explosion lit up the entire sea. The Blood Blade Pirates took the opportunity to approach, their bow like a bloody scimitar, and the pirates on the deck howled and brandished their weapons.
Bloody Marcus stood at the bow, with a huge bloody blade on his right arm, which was his devil fruit ability. Li Yong! He shouted with a grim smile, it’s time to settle the score from last time!
A month ago, the True Dragon Pirates had a conflict with the Blood Blade Pirates. At that time, Li Yong drew the Ice Frozen Fruit and shattered Marcus’s Blood Blade. Now it seems that the other party came here specifically for revenge.
Stars and moon! Route! Li Yong shouted.
Due west! Xingyue’s silvery right eye stared at the sky through the observation device, where the Red Dragon pointed!
Li Yong immediately understood what she meant. Due west was the only gap between the two enemy armies. Although it was narrow, it was wide enough for the Aurora to pass through. The question was, how to prevent the enemies on both sides from closing in and encircling them?
Roman! Disturb them!
The musician nodded, and the harp burst into a harsh, discordant sound. The sound waves formed a visible distortion in the air, and the Den Den Mushi between the navy ship and the Blood Blade Pirates immediately squeaked in pain, unable to transmit the information.
Is Xiaochuan still not awake? Li Yong quickly returned to the deck and asked Aya who was taking care of the navigator.
Aya shook her head: The vital signs are stable, but the Song of Life therapy will take at least twelve hours to take full effect.
Without Ogawa’s navigation skills, their mobility was greatly reduced. Li Yong gritted his teeth and took off again to intercept another wave of magma bombs.
Li Yong! Sakaski’s voice came like thunder. Do you think you can fight against the admiral of the navy with just a natural ability?
Akainu turned into magma, leaped up from the warship, and smashed the Aurora with a huge lava fist. Big fire!
Li Yong moved to the side of the ship at the speed of light and crossed his arms: Light barrier!
A dazzling wall of light appeared out of nowhere, blocking the attack of the magma fist. However, the impact still caused the ship to shake violently, and several wooden boards broke.
Mr. Li Yong! Xingyue suddenly exclaimed, what are they waiting for!
Li Yong followed her gaze and found that the navy ships were not attacking at full strength, but were keeping a certain distance. Although the guns were aimed, they were not firing continuously. What was even more strange was that the Blood Blade Pirates were also cruising and not attacking at full strength.
They are waiting… Li Yong suddenly understood, his whole body turned cold, they were waiting for midnight!
Sakaski knew! He knew his abilities would change every day! The Navy was waiting for the moment when the abilities would switch at midnight, when they were most vulnerable!
Break out at full speed! Li Yong shouted, we must break out of the encirclement before midnight!
The Aurora rushed to the gap in the west with all its might. Li Yong continued to move at the speed of light to intercept the attacks from both wings, but his physical strength was greatly consumed. Although the Phantom Fruit was powerful, the burden on the body was also amazing.
Time passed by, the sunset had already been swallowed by the thick fog, and only the stars and the moon could tell the time. It was less than half an hour before midnight, and they were almost out of the encirclement.
At this moment, Ogawa let out a faint groan in the cabin. Aya’s surprised cry attracted everyone’s attention – including the enemy’s.
He is awake! Ogawa is awake!
This moment of distraction was fatal. Bloody Marcus seized the opportunity, and the bloody blade suddenly extended, lashing towards the mast of the Aurora like a whip.
Blood Blade·Cut!
Li Yong intercepted at high speed, but Marcus suddenly changed his tactics and turned the blade to stab Aya and Ogawa on the deck!
No! Li Yong had no time to block it completely, so he could only lean sideways to take the blow. The bloody blade pierced deeply into his shoulder, and the severe pain almost made him faint.
Mr. Li Yong! Aya screamed and immediately prepared to go forward to treat him.
Don’t come over! Li Yong stopped her and said, “Protect Xiaochuan!”
He endured the pain, flashed in front of Marcus at the speed of light, and slashed at him with the sword of the cloud cloud. The sword of light collided with the blood blade, bursting out dazzling sparks.
You’ve become stronger, boy, Marcus grinned, but not strong enough!
The blood blade suddenly split into dozens of tiny blood thorns, stabbing Li Yong from different angles. Li Yong barely dodged, but was still scratched by several blood thorns. To make matters worse, he felt that the power of the Flash Fruit began to become unstable – midnight was approaching!
Stars and moon! How much longer? he shouted.
Fifteen minutes! Xingyue’s voice was filled with a rare panic, but…the trajectory of the Red Dragon suddenly changed! This is impossible!
Astronomical anomaly? Or… Li Yong suddenly remembered the synchronization rate mentioned by the system. This world seemed to be responding to his state to some extent.
There was no time to think. The navy ship suddenly accelerated, and all its guns were aimed at the Aurora. Sakaski stood at the bow, calculating the time grimly.
True Dragon Pirates, his voice came through the loudspeaker, your sinful voyage ends here. Justice will prevail.
Li Yong looked at his companions – Aya was holding Xiaochuan, who had just woken up and was still weak, Xingyue was holding the observation instrument tightly with white knuckles, and Roman’s harp string was half broken. They were all looking at him and trusting him.
All he could give was a few pale words: I won’t let anyone die here.
[Warning! There are five minutes left before the ability switches! ]Five minutes. Three hundred seconds. Li Yong’s brain was working rapidly. What else could the Shining Fruit do? Take everyone away at the speed of light? Impossible, his physical strength was close to the limit, and he couldn’t take the whole team. Open the passage with a full force attack? Sakaski would definitely intercept…
Three minutes.
The Blood Blade Pirates began their general attack, throwing countless grappling hooks at the Aurora. Li Yong cut off most of them with his lightsaber, but a few still caught on the side of the ship.
They’re boarding the ship! Roman shouted, using sonic booms to knock back several pirates who were boarding the ship.
Two minutes.
The naval ship’s gun began to charge, and Sakaski’s right arm completely turned into magma. The high temperature caused the surrounding air to distort.
One minute.
Li Yong suddenly calmed down. He looked at his companions and smiled: Believe me.
[Ability switching countdown: 10, 9, 8…]Li Yong used all his strength to unleash the final power of the Shining Fruit, and his entire body turned into a dazzling beam of light that shot straight into the sky.
【5, 4, 3…】
The beam of light exploded in the night sky, as dazzling as a supernova. At that moment, everyone instinctively closed their eyes.
[Ability switching completed. Today’s selectable Devil Fruit abilities are as follows:]Under the cover of the strong light, Li Yong checked the ability options of Xin Yi Tian, and his heart sank to the bottom:
1. Whisper Fruit (Animal) – Can understand animal language
2. Jacket Fruit (Superman Series) – Can be transformed into a jacket and worn by others
3. Mini Fruit (Superman Series) – Can shrink the body
The weakest combination in history! Facing two powerful enemies and an entire naval fleet, these abilities are almost useless!
The bright light faded, and Li Yong fell back onto the deck, his face pale. His companions gathered around him, waiting for his instructions. How should he tell them that he had almost no fighting power now?
Mr. Li Yong… Xiaochuan said weakly, I… I can steer the ship now…
No, Li Yong shook his head, this time… this time I will cover you. You guys leave in the lifeboat.
What? Aya exclaimed, No! We won’t abandon you!
This is an order! Li Yong said sternly, Xingyue, there is a small island in the southwest, take everyone there. Roman, use sound waves to cover. Aya, take good care of Xiaochuan.
What about you? Xingyue’s silver-white right eye looked straight at him.
Li Yong smiled and said: I will catch up with you. Don’t forget, I have new abilities every day.
He knew it was a lie. With his current abilities, his chances of survival were almost zero. But as long as he could buy time for his companions to escape…
Sakaski’s voice came again: “Is the ability switch complete, Li Yong? It’s not too late to surrender now.”
He knows! He really knows! Li Yong clenched his fists. Who leaked this secret? Or is the Navy’s intelligence network really so powerful?
There was no time to think. The pirates of the Blood Blade Pirates had already boarded the deck, and Marcus approached with a grim smile. The navy ship lowered dozens of small boats, and the fully armed navy soldiers were approaching.
Go! Li Yong shouted to his companions, now!
Aya wanted to say something, but Xingyue held her back and said, “Believe him.” A strange light flashed in the stargazer’s silver-white right eye.
They quickly lowered the lifeboat and rowed southwest in the chaos. Li Yong stood alone on the deck, facing the enemy who was coming like a tide.
It was courageous for Marcus to lick the bloody blade, but it was extremely stupid.
Sakaski also stepped onto the deck of the Dawn, where lava dripped and burned through the wooden planks: sacrificing himself for his companions…Roger-style romanticism. But justice does not need romance.
Li Yong activated the Whispering Fruit ability today. Maybe… maybe he could hear the cries for help from dolphins or seabirds? But all he could hear were the greedy heartbeats and bloodthirsty whispers of his enemies.
Surrender, Sakaski said, and your crew may be spared.
Li Yong smiled: There is no such thing as surrender between pirates and the navy.
He rushed towards Marcus and tried to fight with physical skills. But the blood blade easily cut his chest, and blood spurted out. The navy soldiers rushed over and pinned him to the ground.
Take them away. Sakaski said coldly, “Others, chase the fleeing crew members.”
Li Yong struggled, but the excessive blood loss made him weaker and weaker. Just as he was about to faint, a dragon-like horn resounded across the sea!
A huge black warship broke through the thick fog, its bow like a roaring dragon head. A familiar symbol was painted on the sails – the True Dragon Pirates! But it was at least three times bigger than the Aurora!
What is that? Marcus looked up in shock.
A bolt of blue lightning struck the black ship, hitting the deck of the Aurora. When the smoke cleared, a tall figure stood there—his body was covered in blue scales, his eyes were golden, and he had two horns on his head.
Azure Dragon Form! But how is that possible? Li Yong had clearly drawn…
Touch my crew, the deep voice of the Azure Dragon figure echoed, asking me if I did?
That voice… was Li Yong’s own voice! But how could it be possible?
Sakaski showed a shocked expression for the first time: Impossible! The system capability should be…
Qinglong Li Yong didn’t give him a chance to finish. A stream of fiery dragon breath gushed out, forcing Sakaski and Marcus to retreat. Several figures jumped off the black ship – Xingyue, Aya, Xiaochuan and Roman! But they looked… different. They were better dressed and better equipped. Xiaochuan even wore an eye patch, as if he had been through a lot.
After not seeing each other for three months, Aya smiled and helped the seriously injured Li Yong up. Did you miss us?
Three months? Li Yong was completely confused. He had just…
Time loop, brief explanation of the stars and the moon, and the special phenomenon of the Red Dragon. We have experienced three months of growth, but it is just a moment for you.
The Azure Dragon Li Yong – his future self – was in a fierce battle with Sakaski and Marcus. Dragon breath collided with magma, blood blades clashed with dragon claws. Navy soldiers and pirates jumped into the sea to escape, and the entire Aurora began to disintegrate.
The final task of the system, Aya whispered to Li Yong, is to collect four pieces of historical texts and retain one ability permanently. The future you already knows.
Li Yong’s eyes widened. This was the answer! This was why the Guardians called him the Dragon Messenger!
Li Yong in the future repelled Sakaski with one claw, and looked back at his past self: Remember the choice! Vulcan Island, Seven Waters City, Albana… and the last piece is in…
A stream of lava suddenly interrupted his words. Sakaski attacked with all his strength: Even the time paradox cannot stop justice!
Future Li Yong blocked the blow with his body, his scales were burned black. He gritted his teeth and insisted, shouting to his companions: Take him away! The timeline is about to be corrected!
Xingyue and Roman lifted Li Yong up and jumped towards the black ship. Aya looked back at the future Li Yong with tears in her eyes: We will wait for you to come back.
I’ve always been here. Future Lee Yong smiled, then turned to Sakaski and Marcus, and said, “Now, let’s end this dance.”
The black ship sailed away quickly, and a shocking explosion was heard behind it. The Dawn completely disintegrated, and a huge fireball illuminated the night sky. Li Yong barely raised his head and saw a blue dragon soaring into the sky, colliding violently with the magma giant dog and the blood blade demon in the air…
When Li Yong woke up again, he was lying in the black ship’s infirmary. Aya was guarding the bed and was relieved to see him wake up: Welcome back.
Is that… my future self? Li Yong asked hoarsely.
Aya nodded: “It’s part of the time cycle. The Red Dragon creates a fold in time and space every 800 years, and we just happened to catch it. It was a moment for you, but it took us three months of adventure to find this ship and learn how to fight the navy…
Where is the main historical text?
Three pieces have been collected. Aya helped him sit up, and the last piece was in Raftel.
Raftel! The final destination of One Piece!
Li Yong felt a surge of power in his body. He checked the system interface and found an additional message:
[Historical text synchronization rate 75%. Collecting all four pieces will permanently retain one ability. Currently retainable ability: Blue Dragon Fruit (Animal Mythical Beast)]I see. My future self must have chosen to keep the Azure Dragon Fruit. No wonder he is so powerful…
Cheers came from the deck. Li Yong walked out of the cabin and saw his companions gathered together. Xiaochuan – now wearing a handsome eye mask – was the first to notice him: The captain is awake!
Everyone gathered around and explained their experiences over the past three months. How they found the black ship Zhenlong, how they recruited new members on various islands, how they dealt with the navy…
Xingyue handed him an exquisite pocket watch: “You in the future asked me to pass this on. Take a look at it before every lottery draw.”
Li Yong opened the pocket watch, and inside was not a clock, but a small mirror and a line of words engraved: Ability is not important, what is important is the person who uses the ability.
Roman played a stirring melody: Where to next, Captain?
Li Yong looked towards the distant horizon, which was the direction pointed by the Red Dragon: Raftel. Let’s go find the last piece of historical text.
The True Dragon hoisted its sails, and the dragon statue on the bow seemed to come alive. A new voyage began. This time, Li Yong was no longer a person who passively accepted his fate, but a pirate captain who took the initiative to write a legend.
[Ding! Final mission: Go to Raftel and collect all four pieces of historical texts. Reward: Permanent ability retention rights. Additional function unlocked: Ability fusion. ]The sea breeze blew, and the flag of the True Dragon Pirates fluttered – the white Eastern dragon on the blue background was now more lifelike, as if it would take off into the sky at any time.
Chapter 10: Dragon Servant (Old Version)
The smell of blood and fire filled Li Yong’s nostrils, and the deck of the Aurora groaned under the pressure of magma and blood blades. He knelt on one knee, and the power of the Flash Fruit drained from his body like the tide – there were less than three minutes left until midnight.
Mr. Li Yong! Xingyue’s silver-white right eye flickered in the night, and Akainu’s warship was adjusting the muzzle angle!
Li Yong wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and looked at his companions on the deck. Aya’s healing ability was overdrawn, Xiaochuan had just woken up and went into battle, causing his old injuries to relapse, and Roman’s harp strings were all broken, and his sound wave ability was temporarily ineffective. As for him, the wound on his shoulder pierced by the blood blade was bleeding.
Everyone, listen up! He stood up and prepared to abandon the ship!
No! Ogawa struggled to grab the steering wheel. The Aurora is ours.
A magma bomb exploded by the side of the ship, and the hot air wave knocked everyone over. Li Yong saw Sakaski’s cold face while rolling – the man was waiting, like a hunter waiting for the final struggle of his prey. The admiral of the navy obviously knew something, about the secret of the system, about the ability to change every day.
[Warning! Countdown to ability switching is 60 seconds! ]A semi-transparent system interface appeared on Li Yong’s retina, and the remaining three options for today were flashing wildly:
1. Sparkle Fruit (Natural)——00:01:00 remaining
2. None
3. None
Stars and moon! He yelled, what time is it now?
The stargazer’s silver-white right eye suddenly burst into an abnormal light: 23:59:30…Wait! The third star in the Red Dragon is experiencing a starquake! This is impossible!
The entire night sky suddenly twisted, and the stars looked like golden sands stirred by invisible hands. Li Yong felt dizzy, as if countless fragments of memories were forced into his brain – he saw himself standing on a strange black giant ship, saw Aya wearing a brand new combat uniform, and saw Xiaochuan wearing a black eye patch on his right eye…
Wrinkles in space and time! The voices of the stars and the moon became unusually ethereal. The Red Dragon starquake that occurs once every 800 years will trigger—
The world shattered with a sharp buzzing sound.
When Li Yong regained consciousness, he found himself floating in the purple void. There were seven blurry figures standing in front of him, the clearest of which was…himself?
That Li Yong was wearing a black coat with dragon patterns, his left face was covered with green scales, and his golden vertical pupils were filled with wisdom accumulated over the years. We finally met, my past self.
Is this… the future? Li Yong tried to move, but found that his body was fixed by invisible chains.
It was the time and space node three months later. In the future, Li Yong raised his hand to show a holographic projection-the black battleship Zhenlong was breaking through the waves, with well-equipped companions on the deck, and the bow was spewing real flames. Your question now is: How to escape from the encirclement of Akainu and Blood Blade? The answer is in the system.
A familiar lottery interface suddenly appeared in the void, but the options were completely different:
1. Blue Dragon Fruit (Animal Mythical Beast)
3. Soul-Soul Fruit (Superhuman)
The historical text can stabilize the system. Future Li Yong points to the first option, where the first stone tablet is hidden deep in the volcano on Vulcan Island.
Countless memory fragments suddenly flooded in: how they obtained the stone tablet from the magma, how they fought the guardian, how they discovered that each stone tablet could increase the synchronization rate by 25%… Li Yong hugged his head in pain, feeling his brain boiling.
Time is running out. My future self held his shoulders and said, “Remember, ability is not important. What is important is——
The void suddenly collapsed.
——People who use abilities! Li Yong opened his eyes suddenly and found himself still kneeling on the broken deck of the Dawn. The almanac showed that only two seconds had passed, but there were three months of memories in his mind.
Everyone get down! Li Yong suddenly jumped up and rushed to the figurehead. When the countdown reached zero, he bit his thumb and smeared the blood on the eyes of the dragon-shaped figurehead – this was the activation ceremony in the future memory.
Call your true name with dragon blood, wake up, Wings of the Sky!
The moment the midnight bell rang, the entire ship burst into a dazzling green light. The rotten wooden boards fell off, revealing the dark armor underneath; the broken masts were reorganized into a metal structure like bone wings; the dragon’s eyes on the figurehead lit up with a blood-red light. In the shocked eyes of everyone, the Dawn completed the impossible reconstruction and turned into the pitch-black battleship True Dragon!
This is impossible…Sakaski’s magma fist hung in the air.
Bloody Marcus staggered back: Demon ship?!
Li Yong felt the new power in his body – the Whisper Fruit he had randomly obtained today was mutating! The animal communication ability resonated with the ship spirit, and countless streams of information poured into his mind. He heard the memory of the ship sleeping on the seabed for a hundred years, heard the ancient weapon fragments sealed in the keel singing, and heard an unprecedented prompt from the system:
[Historical text synchronization rate detected 25%, temporary unlocking ability: Dragon language communication (permanent passive)]Thirty-five degrees to port! Li Yong suddenly shouted. Almost at the same time, a hundred-meter-high water column exploded on the sea surface—an invisible enemy launched an attack.
Xingyue immediately set up the modified stargazer: There is something underwater! It is over 100 meters long, and its biological characteristics… Is it a sea king? No, it’s a mechanical reaction!
The navy’s new toy. Li Yong’s memory of the future instantly made him understand the Pacifist prototype.
The armor plate of the True Dragon suddenly flipped over, revealing twelve oddly shaped gun barrels. Li Yong himself was shocked by the ship’s armament, but even more shocked was that he instinctively knew how to operate it – those memories were merging with reality.
All gun ports deployed! He jumped onto the main turret, pressed his palm on the biometric panel, and charged with dragon breath!
A cyan light lit up deep in the barrel, and the surrounding seawater began to boil. Sakaski finally recovered from the shock, and his magma-like right arm expanded several times: Big Fire Spray!
The red and blue energies collided in the air, and the shock wave caused evaporated the seawater within a radius of one kilometer into fog. Under the cover of the thick fog, the Blood Blade Pirates suddenly turned the bow and fled – Marcus’s Blood Blade was actually trembling.
Want to run? Li Yong sneered, and dozens of hooked chains shot out from the side of the True Dragon, entangled the enemy ship like a living thing. The ancient characters that emerged on the chains made Xingyue exclaim: This is… a forging technology that has been blank for a hundred years!
Marcus chopped the chains frantically, but the severed chains would regenerate like snakes. Even more terrifying was that all the Blood Blade members who touched the chains began to twitch and fall to the ground – those words were absorbing life force!
Captain! Aya suddenly pointed at the sea. Twelve giant metal objects broke out of the water. They had faces similar to Kizaru, and the number PX-0 was printed on their chests.
A dazzling ball of light gathered in the palm of the Pacifist prototype, and a mechanical voice sounded synchronously: Target locked. Execution.
Just as Li Yong was about to take action, a scene from his future memory suddenly flashed through his mind. He changed his gestures and shouted to the communication snail: Roman! Play the third chapter of “Elegy for the Giants”!
Although the musician was confused, he immediately plucked the repaired strings. The strange low-frequency vibration caused the sea water to form specific ripples, and the PX-0s suddenly stiffened collectively, and the eye indicators flashed wildly.
It really worked! Li Yong took the opportunity to leap up, and the keel of the True Dragon resonated like a dragon’s roar. This sound harmonized with Roman’s music, forming a visible shock ring on the sea surface. The twelve war machines exploded one after another as if they were hit by an invisible giant hammer.
Sakaski finally showed a serious expression. He said something to the wristband communicator, and all the navy ships began to retreat. I will let you go for now. The voice of Admiral Magma came through the loudspeaker, but the World Government has already listed the True Dragon Pirates as a special alert target.
When the last warship disappeared below the horizon, Li Yong finally collapsed on the deck. The True Dragon automatically adjusted its course and headed southwest towards Vulcan Island. His companions gathered around, each with questions in their eyes.
It’s complicated to explain. Li Yong smiled bitterly and showed the system interface. The original daily refresh position now has a permanent column: [Blue Dragon Fruit (Synchronization Rate 25%)]. We encountered the folds of time and space, and now I need to complete what I have experienced in the future…
Xingyue’s observation instrument suddenly sounded an alarm. The silver-haired girl called up the holographic star map: The trajectory of the Red Dragon shows that a third party is tracking us. She zoomed in on a certain light spot, and this energy signature… is CP0’s white mask!
Aya’s hands, which were bandaging Ogawa, suddenly trembled: That legendary government assassination unit that never fails?
Not only that. Li Yong looked at the distant horizon, with fragments of future memories churning in his mind. The Revolutionary Army also sent people… The World Government seemed to have known about the existence of the system for a long time.
The keel of the True Dragon made a low humming sound, as if responding to the captain’s worries. Li Yong stroked the deck gently, and the perception brought by the Whispering Fruit allowed him to hear the ship elf’s warning: deep in the volcano of Vulcan Island, what awaited them was not only the historical text, but also the descendants of the ancient race guarding the stone tablet – those creatures who called themselves servants of the dragon, were planning to use the blood of the intruder to awaken a certain sleeper…
Chapter 11 The Truth of Vulcan Island (Old Version)
When the outline of Vulcan Island appeared on the horizon, the dragon scale tattoo on Li Yong’s right arm suddenly began to heat up. After the time-space confusion three days ago, these scaly marks were brought from the future memory to this body in the present.
The volcanic activity is abnormal. Xingyue adjusted the observation mirror in front of her silver-white right eye. According to future memories, the main text of history should be in a cave 300 meters below the main crater, but… her voice suddenly got stuck, and the observation mirror made an overloaded hissing sound.
Li Yong walked quickly to the side of the ship. He could tell something was wrong without a telescope—the whole island was breathing.
The volcano in the center of Vulcan Island changes light and dark with a certain rhythm, spewing out not black smoke but red flames with golden edges. Even more bizarre is that when the magma falls on the mountain, it forms clear dragon scale-like patterns, and then slowly cools into an obsidian-like texture.
The island is alive. Xiaochuan suddenly said. The young navigator walked to Li Yong’s side without knowing when. The new eye mask made him look much more mature. It’s not a metaphor – the nautical chart shows that the outline of the island is exactly the same as it was three hundred years ago. A normal volcanic island should have changed its shape due to the eruption.
The keel of the True Dragon suddenly made a low resonance. Li Yong used the power of the Whispering Fruit to hear the ship spirit’s warning: Be careful of the guardians… They weave lies with fire
Aya came over with a medical kit, her hair still stained with blood from Roman’s treatment: I had a nightmare… I dreamt that there was a silver-haired woman singing in the crater.
Li Yong’s scale tattoo became even hotter. There was indeed a guardian in the future memory, but the details were so vague that they seemed to have been deliberately erased. He turned to Roman who was debugging a new weapon: Can you sense anything?
The musician plucked the strings and his face suddenly turned pale: Song of Death… The whole island is playing it…
[Ding! Today’s optional devil fruit ability refresh]1. Jacket Fruit (Superman Series) – Can be transformed into a jacket and worn by others
2. Rubber Fruit (Superhuman) – The body has rubber properties
3. Silence Fruit (Superhuman) – Creates a soundproof space
Li Yong stared at the three options, his mouth twitching. Although the rubber fruit was good, his future memory reminded him that he had to choose the jacket fruit – why?
Prepare to land. He finally chose the Jacket Fruit, and his body immediately gained the strange ability to turn into clothes. Ogawa and Roman stayed behind on the True Dragon, and the others followed me…
No! Ogawa grabbed his arm fiercely, the navigator must accompany! The air currents on the volcanic island change every minute – he suddenly stopped talking, and a trace of fear that Li Yong had never seen flashed in his one eye.
Li Yong recalled the scene in his future memory where Xiaochuan lost his right eye… It was on Vulcan Island. He was about to object, but Xingyue suddenly interrupted: The Red Dragon shows that the team must be complete. Six people in, six people out. One less person will trigger a chain reaction.
Finally, the six-man team boarded the steamboat lowered by the True Dragon and headed for Vulcan Island. When approaching the coast, the sea water temperature had risen to the point where fish and shrimp could be cooked. Li Yong’s tattoos were as hot as branding irons, but at the same time, they also gave him a strange resistance to high temperatures.
Look at the shore! Aya exclaimed.
The beach was covered with white bones. The freshest one was still wearing a navy uniform, with shoulder straps showing that he was a vice admiral. The bones were all facing the sea, with their fingers dug into the sand, as if they were desperately trying to escape from something before they died.
Xingyue’s observation mirror suddenly automatically focused on the crater: There is someone!
In the camera, a woman with silver hair and red eyes stood in the magma, wearing a robe woven with flames. She seemed to sense that she was being observed, and suddenly turned her head to look directly at him. The observation mirror exploded with a bang, and Xingyue stumbled back, with a line of blood and tears flowing from her right eye.
Welcome to the land of dragons, outsider. The woman’s voice sounded directly in everyone’s mind, I am the guardian Elsa.
Li Yong’s vision suddenly became distorted. When he regained consciousness, he found himself kneeling on a circular platform, surrounded by a boiling sea of magma. The other five people were imprisoned in a translucent flame cage in the distance, desperately beating the barrier.
Elsa was suspended above the lava, her silver hair moving without wind: Show me your credentials, Dragon Messenger.
Proof? Li Yong recalled the hint from his future memory and tore open his shirt to reveal the dragon scale tattoo on his chest.
A trace of disappointment flashed in the guardian’s eyes: fake. Real dragon scales will resonate with the historical text. She raised her hand and waved it, and magma rose to form four stone tablets, engraved with the same ancient text as the historical text. Prove that you are the chosen one, otherwise…
The stone tablet suddenly shot out chains that entangled Li Yong’s limbs. The hot metal made a sizzling sound when it touched his skin, but he gritted his teeth and didn’t scream – the future memory reminded him that this was part of the trial.
I can read the tablets! he yelled. The first one said when the red dragon swallowed the sun, and the second one… Ugh! The chains suddenly heated up, interrupting him.
Elsa’s expression fluctuated for the first time: Impossible…unless…She floated in front of Li Yong, pressed her cold fingers on his forehead, and said, “You smell like time.”
In the severe pain, Li Yong felt that some barrier had been broken. More future memories poured in – he saw himself touching the last piece of historical text in Raftel, saw the shocked faces of the Five Elders, and saw Lord Yim standing up from the Void Throne…
I see. Elsa retracted her hand. You are both him in the past and you in the future. Time and space are folded here. She suddenly scratched Li Yong’s chest with her nails, dipped her fingernail in blood and drew a symbol in the void. Then accept the real test!
The lava platform collapsed. At the last moment when Li Yong fell into the fiery abyss, he saw his companions’ cages also being swallowed by the lava.
Darkness. Then blinding light.
Li Yong found himself standing in a maze inside a volcano. The walls were flowing magma, and countless crystal-like stalactites hung from the ceiling—no, they were dragon teeth! The entire maze was a fossilized digestive tract of some giant creature!
Xingyue! Aya! His shouts echoed in the winding passage. The ability of the jacket fruit was still there, but what was the use? Was he going to turn into a jacket for the magma to wear?
[System prompt: Historical text synchronization rate 30%, ability fusion function temporarily activated]Suddenly, Xingyue’s voice came from a fork in the road: Mr. Li Yong! This way!
Li Yong rushed over and found Xingyue trapped in a gradually shrinking fire cage. Her observation device had melted halfway, and her silver-white right eye was bloodshot.
Stand still! Li Yong suddenly had an idea. He activated his ability and transformed into a silver-white jacket, which accurately passed through the gap in the cage and wrapped around Xingyue.
Eh?! Xingyue was stunned, but immediately understood the intention. The moment she put on Li Yong’s jacket, the abilities of the two people were wonderfully integrated – Xingyue’s calculation power was transmitted through the jacket fruit, and Li Yong gained the observation ability of her right eye.
This is… incredible! Xingyue’s voice trembled with shock. Her vision suddenly penetrated the lava wall and saw the three-dimensional structure of the entire maze. Turn left 30 meters and there are two heat sources – Aya and Xiaochuan!
They passed through the maze like a silver whirlwind. Whenever they encountered a dead end, Li Yong would partially release his ability to let Xingyue’s hand pass through. Where her fingers touched, the magma would temporarily solidify into a door. This was a combination of abilities that neither of them had expected.
When they found Aya, the doctor was treating a seriously injured navy soldier by overdrawing his life – this person should have died in the future memory. Ogawa was trapped in an ice prison he made (he tried to cool down with the ice fruit ability he secretly kept), and his right eye injury worsened.
The team must be complete… Li Yong remembered Xingyue’s prophecy. He gritted his teeth and took off his jacket, carrying the wounded in the 42-degree heat: Let’s go together!
When they finally reached the center of the maze, the sight before them made everyone hold their breath—a five-meter-high black stone tablet was suspended above the lava lake, and the inscription on the tablet emitted a faint blue light. But what was even more shocking was the object beneath the stone tablet: a dragon heart as big as a battleship!
The dark red heart was pierced by countless chains, but it was still beating slowly. Every time it contracted, golden blood spurted out, forming the dragon scale pattern that Li Yong was familiar with on the surface of the magma.
This is the truth of Vulcan Island. Elsa’s voice came from all directions. The heart of the red dragon was sealed in the ancient war. The historical text is the key to its cage.
The tattoo on Li Yong’s chest suddenly glowed violently. The words on the stone tablet floated into the air one by one, turning into streams of light and drilling into his skin. The severe pain made him kneel on the ground, and the system prompt flashed wildly:
【Historical text synchronization rate 50%】
[Dragon Blood Factor Activation Detected][Blue Dragon Fruit synchronization rate increased to 60%]Now, choose. Elsa materializes on top of the stone tablet, takes the key and releases the power of the red dragon, or leaves and lets it continue to sleep. She smiles cruelly, but your friends are already stained with the breath of dragon blood… If the synchronization rate exceeds 70%, they will slowly turn into dragons and finally become irrational dragon puppets.
Aya suddenly screamed – tiny scales appeared on her fingertips. Xiaochuan was even worse, golden light shone through his eye mask, and the new dragon eye was taking shape.
Li Yong looked at the system interface. Today’s ability will expire in two hours. He must make a decision…
I choose the third option. He suddenly said that he found inspiration in a fragment of future memory and used my blood to re-strengthen the seal, but reserved the right to take the stone tablet away.
For the first time, Elsa showed surprise: How do you know this secret ritual?
Li Yong did not answer, but walked straight to the lava lake and bit his wrist. The moment the blood dripped into the lava, the entire volcano shook violently. The dragon’s heart beat faster and the chains rattled. When his blood volume approached the dangerous value, the system suddenly popped up a red warning:
[Life danger detected! Forced activation of the bottom-line guarantee mechanism! ]A strange yet familiar force rushed from his spine to the top of his head. Li Yong’s hair turned bluish-white, dragon horns protruded from his forehead, and his whole body was covered with scales – this was the form of the Azure Dragon in his future memory, but at this moment it was only 30% complete.
In the dragon’s true name I command! His voice echoed in many voices, Sleep, Galakrond!
The dragon’s heart beat unwillingly for the last time, and then fell silent. The stone tablet shrank into a palm-sized slab and fell into Li Yong’s hands. The signs of dragon transformation on his companions began to fade, but Xiaochuan’s right eye was left with a golden vertical pupil forever.
Elsa bowed deeply: “Certificate confirmed. You are indeed the Dragon’s Messenger.” She handed over a dragon scale emblem. When all four stone tablets are collected, the real trial will begin. Be careful of those white masks… They serve…
Suddenly, an explosion sounded from above. The crater was blown open artificially, and twelve white figures descended on the moon steps – CP0 agents! The badge on the chest of the white mask in the lead showed that he was a commander-level.
Thank you for helping to lift the seal. The voice of the White Mask has been specially processed to sound like metal friction. Now please hand over the historical text and your system core.
Li Yonggang was so weak after the bloodletting and forced transformation that he could barely stand. But when he saw the white mask holding the unconscious Roman, the power of the Azure Dragon boiled again.
Let him go. Li Yong’s dragon power caused huge waves in the lava lake.
The white mask chuckled and suddenly appeared behind Aya, his fingers turned into blades and pressed against her throat: You don’t seem to understand the situation. His fingers exerted a little force, and blood flowed down Aya’s neck. Although system ability users are rare, they are not irreplaceable. The Five Elders only need the stone tablet.
Xingyue suddenly raised the modified observation instrument: Mr. Li Yong, now!
Li Yong injected all of the Azure Dragon’s power into the stone tablet. The strong light that burst out from the stone tablet made all the white masks pause – except for the leader. This terrifying man turned sideways accurately in the strong light and fired finger guns in six directions at the same time!
Six Secret Techniques·Life Return·White Night
Time seemed to stand still. Li Yong saw six vacuum blades flying towards him, Xingyue, Xiaochuan, Aya, the unconscious Roman and… Elsa? Why attack the guardian?
The answer was revealed when blood splashed. Elsa was hit and screamed and turned into magma, while the other five attacks all missed – at the critical moment, the artillery fire of the True Dragon blasted in from the crater, deflecting the White Mask’s killing move!
Retreat! The leader saw the warships appear and gave a decisive order. The CP0 agents disappeared as quickly as they came, leaving behind only a cruel declaration: We are waiting for you in the Seven Waters City, Dragon Messenger.
When Li Yong led everyone to climb out of the crater with difficulty, the sunset stretched the shadow of the True Dragon very long. On the deck, Roman, who stayed behind, was bandaging the wound on his abdomen with a bandage – he was not captured at all, but was injured after taking the initiative to attack.
They took away… Roman gasped, the dragon scale samples on the ship…
Li Yong tightly grasped the historical text tablet. The system prompt seemed particularly ironic at this moment:
【Historical text synchronization rate 55%】
[Next target: Seven Water City][Warning: World Government Interference Level Detected Raised to Level 5]Xiaochuan’s new dragon eye gazed at the distant horizon and whispered softly: The storm is coming.
Chapter 12: Dark Tide of the Seven Waters City (Old Version)
The morning mist of the Seven Water City had not yet dissipated, and Li Yong stood on the figurehead of the True Dragon, gazing at the circular water city. His left eye had turned into a golden vertical pupil similar to Xiaochuan’s – since Vulcan Island obtained the first historical text, the dragonization phenomenon has been slowly progressing.
It’s confirmed that Mayor Bingshan will meet with us at the Blue Water Company headquarters at 3 o’clock this afternoon. Xingyue closed the intelligence book, and the data stream in his silver-white right eye gradually went out. He met with us on the pretext of discussing the design of a new battleship, but
But he definitely knows who we are. Li Yong took over the conversation and touched the history text in his pocket that had shrunk to the size of a pocket watch. The system prompt this morning was particularly concise:
[Seven Water City·Historical Text Coordinates: Underground of Franky’s House][Today’s ability: Mini Fruit (selected)][Warning: CP0 activity 87%]Xiaochuan came over with a new eye patch, his eyes glowing slightly under the bandage: “The tide is wrong. The entire city’s underground water system is vibrating, as if… something is breathing underneath.”
Aya was checking Roman’s abdominal wound. She looked up when she heard this: The slum children I treated last night all said they dreamed of a giant rolling over under the city.
Li Yong’s dragon pupils shrank slightly. The part about the Seven Water City in the future memory was always vague, and only two scenes flashed repeatedly: the explosion of Franky’s House and the complicated look in Mayor Iceberg’s eyes when he was pierced through the chest.
We will work in groups. He jumped off the bow, Xingyue and I went to see the iceberg, Aya continued to provide free medical services in the slums, and Xiaochuan and Roman investigated the abnormal groundwater. After a pause, he added: Everyone keep the Den Den Mushi open, and if you hear a signal of three long and two short… withdraw to the Zhenlong immediately.
On the marble steps of the Blue Water Company headquarters, Li Yong deliberately slowed down his pace and felt the ground. Through the perception of the mini fruit after shrinking, he could detect the slightest vibration. Some huge mechanical structure was running under the city, with a rhythm like a heartbeat.
President Li is interested in building structures? The secretary who led the way asked with a smile.
Li Yong retracted his attention and patted the non-existent dust: Occupational disease. The Nanhai Shipyard under my name has recently been studying earthquake-resistant design.
The moment the door to the conference room opened, Li Yong was certain that Bingshan knew his true identity. The legendary shipbuilding master’s eyes flashed a sharp light the moment he saw his dragon pupils, but quickly hid it under a polite smile.
I have seen Mr. Li’s design drawings, which are very… innovative. The iceberg pushed over a cup of black tea, and there was a small note at the bottom of the cup. Especially this keel shock absorption system, it seemed to be tailor-made for some kind of creature.
Li Yong took the note as he took the teacup. With the enhanced vision of the mini fruit, he could see the words on it without unfolding it: “CP0 monitoring, cooperate with the acting.”
No, it’s far inferior to the handed-down skills of Qishuidu. Li Yong deliberately raised his voice and typed Morse code on the table with his fingers: “Where is the main text of history?”
The iceberg suddenly unfolded a huge blueprint covering the entire tabletop. The blueprint was a hybrid of a submarine and an aircraft. Look at this joint. If you refer to the technology of the ancient kingdom…
Li Yong leaned in to take a closer look, and his pupils suddenly contracted – there was a tiny but clear mark in the lower right corner of the design: the same ancient characters as the main historical text!
The Ancient Kingdom? he asked casually.
Iceberg drew a circle on the blueprint with his finger: A super civilization that existed eight hundred years ago. Legend has it that they… Before he could finish his words, the whole building suddenly shook violently and an explosion was heard in the distance.
Xingyue’s observation mirror automatically focused outside the window: in the direction of Franky’s House!
Li Yong and Bingshan exchanged glances. The mayor suddenly pressed his wrist and lowered his voice: Remember, the historical text of the Seven Waters is not an object, it is… A second, stronger explosion interrupted the conversation.
Sorry, I have to deal with an emergency. Bingshan resumed his official tone, but when handing back the design, Li Yong felt a miniature key in his palm, and looked forward to continuing to exchange shipbuilding technology next time.
After leaving Blue Water, Xingyue immediately reported the observation results: the explosion was man-made. The heat source showed that there were six PX series pacifists operating around Franky’s House, but… She adjusted the lens, and their energy characteristics were completely different from those encountered on Vulcan Island.
Li Yong unfolded the key given by Bingshan and found that the handle was engraved with “Carrera Company Underground 3rd Floor·Dock No. 7”. Act separately. You go to support Ogawa and others, and I will go to get the historical text.
Too dangerous! Xingyue raised her voice in a rare move. CP0 is obviously trying to lure you out!
Li Yong’s dragon pupils reflected the black smoke rising in the distance: That’s why I have to go and come back quickly. He activated the ability of the mini fruit, shrinking himself to the size of an ant, and told them that if they received a three-long and two-short signal…
Retreat to the True Dragon immediately. Xingyue repeated reluctantly, her silver-white right eye flashing with worried data streams.
With the help of the mini form, Li Yong quickly moved forward along the drainage system. The underground world of the Seven Water City was more complicated than he had imagined—countless pipes and passages intertwined into a network, some of which had obviously been violently expanded recently, with cuts as neat as if made by some giant claws.
The third underground floor of Carrera Company was dark and damp. There was only a half-finished boat parked in Dock No. 7, and the hull was covered with the same patterns as the historical text. When Li Yong touched the hull, his perception suddenly increased in the reduced state – he could see the arrangement of every cell inside the wood, and could hear the boat telling an ancient story…
“Looking for Joyboy…”
The hallucinatory whispers made Li Yong stagger back. The hull suddenly split open, revealing the black stone slab hidden in the keel—but only half of it! The other half had uneven cross-sections, as if it had been broken off abruptly.
[Warning! Abnormal energy fluctuations detected]【Historical text synchronization rate 60%】
[Ability Fusion Unlock: Mini + Dragon Eye = Microscopic Perception]Li Yong’s eyes suddenly felt burning with pain. When the pain subsided, he found that his vision had become molecular-level–he could directly see through the internal structure of matter! From this perspective, the edges of the broken historical text flashed with some kind of DNA-like golden light chain.
So that’s it…A cold voice came from behind.
Li Yong turned around abruptly. In his mini form, he looked at normal humans like he was looking up at a tall building. The white-masked leader was standing there, but what was even more terrifying was the…Iceberg Mayor floating behind him? No, it was the body of Iceberg, with a big burnt hole in his chest!
You killed the iceberg? Li Yong returned to his original form, and dragon scales instantly covered his entire body.
The white mask chuckled: Don’t get excited, it’s just a holographic projection. He snapped his fingers, and the image of the corpse turned into a data stream and dissipated. The real Iceberg was leading the disaster relief. However… he suddenly approached, your ability to sense the historical text is indeed beyond expectations. The Five Elders are very curious, is your system related to ancient weapons?
Li Yong’s microscopic perception suddenly caught an abnormality – there are two kinds of blood flowing in the body of the white mask! One is normal human hemoglobin, and the other is… the same golden substance as the edge of the historical text!
What on earth are you? Li Yong secretly hid half of the history text into his sleeve.
Product number PX-0, prototype. White Mask suddenly took off his mask, revealing a face similar to Kizaru but with a stronger sense of machinery. The highest masterpiece of the Navy’s scientific forces – a pacifist with human wisdom, carrying a sample of God’s blood excavated from ancient ruins.
Li Yong’s dragon pupils began to ache, and his microscopic vision uncontrollably penetrated the opponent’s skin – in the core of the mechanical body, there was a drop of golden liquid floating, and its shape was exactly the same as the dragon blood he saw on Vulcan Island!
PX-0 suddenly attacked, shooting lasers from his fingertips: Dr. Vegapunk really wants to study your system.
Li Yong barely dodged, but the second laser accurately hit his sleeve where the historical text was hidden. At the critical moment, half of the stone slab automatically activated and projected a holographic image: a blurry figure wearing a straw hat standing in front of a huge throne, with the text next to it reading “Joey Boy’s Promise…”
PX-0’s movements suddenly froze, and its mechanical eyes flashed wildly: Error…Core command conflict…Joey Boy related data detected…
Li Yong seized the opportunity and used his dragon claws to strike the opponent’s chest. Just as he was about to touch the golden liquid, the entire dock suddenly shook violently and the ceiling collapsed!
Mr. Li Yong! Ogawa’s voice came from above. The navigator somehow found this place, holding a strange device in his hand. Roman cracked the city music system. Come up quickly!
PX-0 stood up in the ruins. The mechanical part was severely damaged, but the golden liquid began to repair the wound. We will see you soon, Dragon Messenger. He smiled strangely, and his body gradually became transparent. By the way… your doctor friend seems to be in trouble.
Li Yong’s heart tightened and he grabbed Xiaochuan: What happened to Aya?
Plague breaks out in the slums… She overuses her abilities… Ogawa’s one eye flickers with anxiety, Xingyue says it might be a biological weapon dropped by CP0…
When they arrived at the slum, the scene was suffocating. Aya fell among a group of sick children, her blue hair turned gray, and spider-web-like blood vessels emerged under her skin. What was even more terrifying was that those children had the same symptoms.
It’s not a plague. Xingyue quickly analyzed the data. It’s some kind of genetic weapon… targeting a specific bloodline…
Li Yong’s microscopic vision immediately saw the problem – all patients’ DNA chains were implanted with golden fragments, similar to the substance in PX-0, but more aggressive. Aya was using her ability to forcibly absorb the mutant genes in the children’s bodies, causing herself to overload.
We must return to the True Dragon immediately! He picked up Aya and felt something was wrong the moment he touched her – her body temperature was frighteningly high, but her heartbeat had almost stopped.
Roman suddenly plucked the strings: It’s too late…the navy fleet has surrounded the port!
Xiaochuan’s eyes looked up at the sky: A storm is coming… a real storm…
That night, the True Dragon broke through the storm. Li Yong stood on the bridge, with his left hand pressing a healing light ball on Aya’s forehead, and his right hand holding a half-block of flashing historical text. The system prompts constantly refreshed:
【Historical text synchronization rate 65%】
[Genetic weapons invasion detected][Suggestion: Find the panacea “pure gold”]Xingyue rushed in, soaking wet: We have tracked down the secret location of the Iceberg Mayor! He is…
Save Aya first. Li Yong interrupted her, with a golden flame of determination burning in his dragon eyes, and adjusted his course to head for the terrifying three-masted ship.
But there is…
Moonlight Moria’s territory, I know. Li Yong gently stroked Aya’s gradually cold cheek, but the legendary pure gold is there. And the main text of history… He looked at the newly emerged coordinates on the half stone slab, which could wait.
As the True Dragon turned in the thunderstorm, no one noticed a mechanical insect flying away from the side of the ship. Its compound eyes recorded everything and transmitted the information to the darkest depths of the Navy Headquarters…
Chapter 13 Ghost Ship (Old Version)
The outline of the terrifying three-masted ship loomed in the thick fog, like a dormant giant beast. Li Yong stood on the dragon head statue of the True Dragon, and his golden vertical pupils shrank slightly – through the enhanced vision of dragonization, he could see translucent ghosts floating around the huge ship.
Confirm the target. Xingyue adjusted the observation mirror on her right eye, but the energy reading was abnormal… The life response of the entire ship was zero, but there were a large number of unknown spirit signals.
Aya’s coughs came from the cabin, and every cough was like a knife stabbing Li Yong’s heart. Since absorbing the genetic virus of those children in the Seven Water City, the condition of the blue-haired ship doctor has been getting worse every hour. Now her skin is covered with golden blood vessels and she has a high fever.
Ogawa tied the blindfold wet by rain tightly, and his newly born dragon eyes glowed under the bandage: The sea water is warning us…the ship will swallow up the shadows of all those who approach.
Li Yong lowered his head to check the system interface:
[Today’s ability: Rust Rust Fruit (selected)][Warning: High concentration of psychic reaction detected]Rust-Rust Fruit——The ability to instantly corrode metal it touches. What use is it on this ship full of ghosts? But the future memory clearly indicates that it must be chosen.
Prepare to land. Li Yong turned to the team, Roman stayed in the True Dragon to respond at any time, and the others followed me.
I’ll go too. Aya came out holding the hatch, her face pale but her eyes determined. Those children… If pure gold can really cure the genetic virus, I must confirm it with my own eyes.
Li Yong wanted to object, but fell silent when she saw the photos of sick children tightly held in her hands. The children in the photos all had smiling faces, but the back of each photo was marked with the date when their condition worsened.
The steamboat cut through the thick fog and approached the terrifying three-masted ship. From a close distance, the ship was ridiculously large, and the hull was covered with scratches from unknown creatures. Even more bizarre, when the boat got close, the hull automatically opened an entrance, like an invitation but also like a trap.
Welcome to my kingdom~ Hehehe! Sharp laughter came from all directions, and new players joined the hide-and-seek game!
Li Yong’s dragon scales instantly covered his entire body. Gekko Moriah! There is little information about this Shichibukai in the future memories, except that he can control shadows.
Xingyue’s observation mirror suddenly sounded an alarm: Space distortion detected! We have been included in some kind of barrier!
Sure enough, when I looked back, the sea I had come from had disappeared, replaced by an infinitely extended cabin corridor. The walls were covered with portraits, and each painting had a pair of moving eyes.
The rules of the game are simple~ Moria’s voice is sometimes far and sometimes near. If you find the pure gold hidden on the ship, you can leave alive. If you are caught by my zombies… hehe, you will stay forever as a collection!
Aya suddenly fell to her knees and started coughing violently. The golden blood vessels glowed under her skin, wriggling as if alive. Li Yong quickly supported her, and the Rust-Rust Fruit ability was automatically activated the moment he touched her – the metal buttons on Aya’s clothes were instantly corroded into powder!
Mr. Li Yong…Xingyue pointed nervously to the end of the corridor, something was coming.
Dozens of pairs of glowing eyes emerged from the darkness. Zombies crawled in various unnatural postures, some were spliced beasts, some were armed soldiers, and even a few were wearing navy uniforms… The zombie general in the front held a huge axe, and there were obvious stitches on his neck.
The smell of a living person~ The zombie general grinned, revealing his teeth fixed with iron nails, and the master said he could play with you~
Li Yong stood in front of Aya, but before he could make a move, Xiaochuan threw a special water bomb. When the liquid came into contact with the zombies, a dazzling white light burst out – holy water? No, it was a liquid mixed with seastone powder!
The secret recipe of the Seven Water City Church. Ogawa quickly reloaded the next round, which had a miraculous effect on spirits.
The zombies screamed and melted, but more of them came out from the walls, ceiling and even the floor. Xingyue suddenly grabbed Li Yong and said, “No! They are driving us in a specific direction!”
Sure enough, the zombies only attacked from three sides, leaving the left passage open. Li Yong hesitated for a moment and decided to take advantage of the situation: keep the formation and move slowly.
At the end of the passage was a door carved with skulls. When the team approached, the door opened automatically, revealing a circular hall. In the center was a small ball emitting a soft golden light – pure gold!
It’s too easy… Li Yonglong narrowed his eyes slightly, it’s a trap.
As soon as he finished speaking, the door slammed shut. Hundreds of translucent ghosts descended from the ceiling of the hall, led by a girl in a Gothic skirt holding a parasol – the ghost princess Perona!
Negative ghost~The girl smiled and waved, let all of you fall into despair!
As the ghost passed through his body, Li Yong felt an overwhelming negative emotion – why take the risk? Sooner or later, your companions will die because of you… Just as he was about to kneel down, the dragon scale tattoo on his chest suddenly became hot, and the burning pain dispelled the negative emotions.
He looked around quickly: Xiaochuan was already lying on the ground, muttering, “I’m not worthy to be a navigator”; Xingyue was kneeling with the observation mirror hanging beside her; the worst one was Aya, she was curled up into a ball, her golden blood vessels were spreading at a speed visible to the naked eye.
It’s useless~ Perona floated in front of Li Yong. It’s rare to find someone who can resist negative ghosts~ Huh? She suddenly approached Li Yong’s dragon pupils, your eyes… are like the painting collected by Moria…
Li Yong seized this opportunity to distract himself and suddenly activated the Rust-Rust Fruit ability to grab the metal frame of Perona’s parasol. The moment the ability took effect, he was surprised to find that the rust effect could extend to the spirit body!
Aaaah! Perona screamed and stepped back. How could you hurt a spirit?!
Li Yong himself was stunned. There was no such scene in his future memories… unless… he looked at his hand, and the dragon scales were shining with a faint light that resonated with the rust energy – the fusion of abilities!
Stars and moons! Calculate the trajectory of pure gold! He shouted, Xiaochuan, prepare the holy water bomb!
The observer barely recovered from his passive state, and his silver-white right eye quickly analyzed: the pure gold was fixed by some kind of force field… the trajectory was fixed… wait! That’s not real pure gold! It’s –
It was too late. Ogawa’s water bullet had already hit the golden ball. The imagined healing light did not appear, but a black mist erupted, and Moria’s huge smiling face emerged from the mist.
I took the bait~ Hehehe! The black mist condensed into the fat body of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Want real pure gold? Play with me first!
The whole hall suddenly deformed, the walls turned into crawling human faces, and the floor grew sharp teeth. Li Yong picked up the unconscious Aya and found that her body temperature was frighteningly high.
There was no time… He gritted his teeth and activated the dragon transformation, but it was stuck at only 30% – some force was suppressing his ability.
Moriah licked his lips: A user of the Dragon-Dragon Fruit? Hehehe… I just happen to be lacking a dragon specimen!
Hundreds of shadow bats came from all directions. Li Yong used Rust Rust ability to defend himself, but the range was too large. At the critical moment, Perona suddenly turned the parasol: Ghost Barrier!
The translucent shield blocked most of the bats. Moriah was furious: Perona! You betrayed me?!
No, no! Princess Mononoke’s face turned pale, but…his eyes are exactly like the one in the painting! The painting says…is…
Xingyue suddenly interrupted: Joey Boy?
Perona’s eyes widened: How do you know? !
There was no time to delve into this coincidence. Li Yong felt Aya’s heartbeat getting weaker and weaker, and Moria had already summoned the shadow giant soldiers. Just when he was desperate, he noticed that every time the shadow moved, a gap would briefly appear somewhere on the ceiling – there was real golden light shining through!
Stars and moon! At nine o’clock! Li Yong injected the remaining strength into the Rust ability, and the dragon breath and the corrosive energy merged into a dark green corrosive dragon breath that hit the ceiling directly.
The metal and the spirit were dissolved at the same time, revealing a hidden chamber. A fist-sized pure gold sphere was suspended in it, and next to it was… half a historical text? !
Moria let out an inhuman scream: Don’t touch them!
Li Yong moved at the speed of light to catch the falling pure gold, while Xingyue grabbed the fragment of the historical text with a mechanical arm. The moment the pure gold touched his skin, a warm current flowed through his body, and the degree of dragonization suddenly soared to 50%!
Aya! Li Yong pressed the pure gold against her chest. The golden light seeped in like liquid, and the golden blood vessels began to fade. But just as everyone breathed a sigh of relief, Aya suddenly opened her eyes wide – her pupils turned the same color as the pure gold!
Detected…High concentration of life energy…Her voice became ethereal, and the ultimate form of the healing fruit…activated…
The pure gold suddenly completely merged into her body. Aya floated into the air, her long hair moving without wind, and a halo-like shadow vaguely appeared behind her. Moria retreated in horror: Impossible! That is… the legendary form of the goddess of life!
Perona knelt on the ground and pointed at Aya tremblingly: Just as the prophecy in the painting said… When the Dragon Messenger meets the Goddess of Life…
Something unexpected happened. The wall of the secret room suddenly exploded, and PX-0 appeared with six new Pacifists! The white mask’s mechanical eyes locked onto the pure gold: Target confirmed. Execute the confiscation procedure.
Aya waved her hand unconsciously, and a golden light swept across. The three Pacifists instantly rusted and disintegrated – she actually copied Li Yong’s ability! But after using the power, she immediately fell weakly and was caught by Xingyue.
Retreat! Li Yong grabbed the fragment of the historical text and used his corrosive dragon breath to blast a path. Moria was entangled by the PX-0, and his angry roar resounded throughout the ship.
As the team stumbled to the deck, the True Dragon’s firepower just broke through the thick fog. Roman’s sonic barrier temporarily blocked the pursuers, and everyone barely managed to board the boat.
How is Aya? Li Yong checked the ship’s doctor during the turbulence.
Xingyue’s observation mirror showed amazing data: the genetic virus was cleared… but the pure gold had an unknown reaction with the healing fruit in her body… Her cell structure now resembles both humans and…
Ogawa suddenly pointed to the back: PX-0 is catching up!
The White Mask approached rapidly with Moon Steps, and its robotic arm transformed into some kind of energy cannon: Hand over the pure gold sample!
At the critical moment, the terrifying three-masted ship suddenly stretched out countless shadow tentacles to entangle PX-0. Moria’s roar came: Dare to steal my collection? !
Taking advantage of this respite, the True Dragon evacuated at full speed. When the ship entered the safe sea, Li Yongcai checked the newly acquired fragments of the historical text. After combining it with the half of the Seven Water City, the text became complete:
“Joey Boy will return with the Dragon’s Covenant to start the final war”
Even more disturbing is Aya’s state. Although she is awake, she will suddenly enter a state of omniscience from time to time, accurately predicting what is about to happen… such as Roman will be hit on the head by a flying seagull’s feces in three minutes.
Is this… a side effect of pure gold? Ogawa asked worriedly.
Li Yong shook his head and looked at the system prompt:
【Historical text synchronization rate 70%】
[Time factor contamination detected][Warning: Aya is evolving into the Healer of Time]Xingyue suddenly exclaimed: A large-scale fleet movement has been observed! The Navy Headquarters sent five vice admirals to… Albana?
Li Yong’s dragon pupils suddenly shrank – the location of the third historical text! But in the future memory, it’s not just the navy that’s waiting for them there…
Adjusting the course. He held the pieced-together historical text tightly and headed for Alabasta.
Aya suddenly floated up, her eyes turned completely golden: Be careful… the white knight in the desert…
After saying that, she fell into a deep sleep. Li Yong gently wiped the sweat off her forehead and looked at the distant horizon. The flag of the True Dragon fluttered in the sunset, and the dragon pattern twisted as if it had come alive.
System interface silent update:
[Next destination: Albana Royal Tombs][It is detected that Lord Im’s attention has risen to orange level]Chapter 14 Pluto in the Desert (Old Version)
The scorching sun of Albana baked the desert into a state of distortion. Li Yong stood on the deck of the True Dragon, his golden vertical pupils shrunk into a thin line – even with the heat resistance brought by dragon transformation, the heat waves of this sea of death were still suffocating.
The surface temperature was 68 degrees Celsius. Xingyue adjusted the observation mirror on her right eye. The lens had ripples due to the high temperature. The entrance to the royal mausoleum should be three kilometers to the northeast, but
But the whole area was surrounded by a sandstorm. Xiaochuan continued, his dragon eyes saw through the yellow sand what ordinary people could not see, that was not a naturally formed storm… someone was controlling it.
Aya walked out of the cabin, with a pure gold hairpin in her blue hair. Ever since she merged with the mysterious metal, she would occasionally emit a faint golden halo. At this moment, the record pointer in her hand was spinning wildly, completely losing its direction.
The magnetic field is in complete chaos. She whispered, with a strange echo in her voice, something has awakened beneath the desert…
Li Yong checked the system interface, and today’s ability options made him frown:
1. Kilogram Fruit (Superman Series) – Change your weight freely
2. Bubble Fruit (Superman Series) – Creates cleansing bubbles
3. Jacket Fruit (Ultraman) – Transforms into Clothes
All three options seem useless, but future memory strongly points to the first one. After selecting it, the system pops up an additional prompt:
[Warning: Dragonization level 62%][Ability Fusion Suggestion: Kilogram + Dragon Transformation = Gravity Control]The True Dragon could not move forward in the sandstorm. The team rode camels to the mausoleum, and every step was like trekking through an oven. Li Yong’s scales automatically covered the exposed skin, but the high temperature still made it difficult to breathe.
Someone is following us. Roman said suddenly, his fingers stroking the strings of the harp. Six… no, eight vital signs, moving in a way that is not human…
Before he finished speaking, the sand around him suddenly exploded! Eight huge desert lizards jumped out, each with a warrior wearing a white mask on its back – not a mechanical mask like CP0, but a real bone mask with the symbol of the Revolutionary Army engraved on it.
White Knight…Ogawa exclaimed in a low voice, the most mysterious unit of the Revolutionary Army!
The leading white knight raised his spear, and his voice sounded dull and ancient through the mask: Dragon Messenger, stop. The things in the mausoleum do not belong to this era.
Li Yong’s dragon claws have already popped out: What if I say no?
The white knights suddenly retreated collectively, making way: Then remember, it was you who chose to awaken the disaster. They spread out strangely to both sides and disappeared in the sandstorm, leaving only the last words: Lord Dorag is waiting for you in the End of the Land.
Xingyue quickly checked the instrument: “Their words are not credible. My scan shows that there are violent energy fluctuations in the direction of the mausoleum… like a sign of some kind of machine starting up.”
After half an hour of moving forward, the sandstorm suddenly stopped. The scene before everyone’s eyes was breathtaking – the entire royal mausoleum had risen from the sand, and the seal at the entrance had been violently destroyed. Even more shocking was that the sky above the mausoleum was an unnatural dark red, as if it was stained with blood.
Crocodile. Li Yong smelled the familiar smell of sand and blood, and he took the lead.
Dozens of bodies were lying in disorder at the entrance of the mausoleum, including royal guards and agents of the Baroque Works. Each body was as dry as a mummy, and it was obvious that all the moisture had been sucked out.
Be careful! Aya suddenly pushed Li Yong away. A sand blade brushed past her shoulder and cut a three-meter-long crack in the wall.
Tsk tsk tsk… Isn’t this the little bug that stole my pure gold? Crocodile emerged from the sand, the golden hook glowing bloody under the dark red sky, just in time to settle the accounts.
Li Yong directly entered the semi-dragon state, with dragon scales covering 60% of his body surface: Pure gold is in Moria’s hands, we are just…
Lie! The sand crocodile suddenly became furious, and the whole desert shook. I can smell that thing in your woman’s body! His right hand turned into a sandstorm, Sand Storm!
A giant sandstorm formed instantly, and Li Yong was swept into the sky. In a state of weightlessness, he tried to activate the power of the Kilogram Fruit today – increasing his weight to 10,000 tons! His body fell like a meteor, smashing directly through the center of the sandstorm.
Crocodile obviously didn’t expect this move, and was blown away hundreds of meters by the shock wave. Li Yong took advantage of the victory and pursued the opponent, and the dragon claw went straight to the opponent’s throat, but it penetrated the sand-like body at the moment of contact.
The natural system is invincible, kid. Sand Crocodile sneered, and the golden hook was suddenly coated with armed color, go to hell!
Li Yong barely dodged, but the golden hook still tore a gash in his ribs. What’s worse, the scales at the wound began to turn into sand – Crocodile’s ability could actually restrain dragon regeneration!
Mr. Li Yong! Xingyue’s voice came from afar. The thing in the mausoleum… is Pluto! He is trying to awaken the ancient weapon!
Crocodile laughed wildly: Smart girl. But it’s too late! He slammed the ground, eroding the reincarnation!
The entire desert began to sink, and the mausoleum structure groaned under the heavy load. Li Yong knew that he could not delay any longer, and suddenly an idea flashed in his mind – the Rust Rust Fruit’s ability still remained in his body, if it could be integrated with the Kilogram Fruit…
He deliberately exposed a flaw, allowing Crocodile’s golden hook to pierce his shoulder. At the moment of contact, he injected all his power into the opponent’s metal hook – overweight + rust!
What the hell…Ah! Sand Crocodile screamed. His golden hook suddenly became a thousand times heavier and rusted rapidly, dragging his entire arm to the ground. What’s more fatal is that the rusting effect actually eroded his body through the power of the Sand-Sand Fruit!
Impossible! How could you…?
The ability is not important, Li Yong’s dragon pupils glowed with golden light, what is important is the person who uses the ability. He spewed out dragon breath, this time mixed with the effect of the kilogram fruit – gravity dragon breath!
Crocodile was pressed to the ground, and the sand on his body solidified into heavy cement. Li Yong did not give him a chance to breathe, and grabbed him and smashed him against the outer wall of the mausoleum. As the stones collapsed, the third historical text appeared!
Unlike the previous two, this stone tablet was dark red in color, and engraved with it were not words but detailed design drawings – the structural drawings of some giant battleship!
Pluto, the god of the underworld… Xingyue trembled and touched the stone tablet. It is said that an ancient weapon can destroy an island with one shot…
Crocodile struggled to get up, his eyes full of madness: It’s mine! After the abolition of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system, only this kind of power can…
Li Yong didn’t let him finish. With a full-strength blow, he nailed the sand crocodile to the historical text, and the stone tablet suddenly lit up with a dazzling bloody light! The three historical texts resonated in Li Yong’s backpack and automatically flew out to form a complete triangular column. A beam of light shot directly into the ground, and the desert began to shake violently!
No…No! Crocodile looked at his hand in horror – his Sand-Sand Fruit ability was being drained away by some force! Stop! It’s absorbing the Devil Fruit energy!
It was too late. The entire desert collapsed into a deep pit with a diameter of one kilometer, revealing the terrifying existence buried underneath – a black warship as big as an island, with a grinning steel face on its bow. Even more terrifying was that the ship was absorbing Crocodile’s ability and converting it into starting energy!
[Warning! Ancient weapon activation detected]【Historical text synchronization rate 75%】
[Dragonization degree 65%]Li Yong felt a surge of primitive power flowing into his body, and his dragon transformation instantly exceeded 70%! He felt a tearing pain in his back, and a pair of broken dragon wings broke out of his body. At the same time, his consciousness began to blur, and some kind of bloodthirsty instinct was taking over…
Li Yong! Aya’s voice penetrated the fog. She came to the edge of the deep pit without knowing when, holding a ball of golden light in her hands, and looked at me! Don’t be controlled by the dragon blood!
The pure gold light temporarily suppressed the rampaging dragon. Li Yong barely regained his sanity and saw that Crocodile had turned into a mummy, with all his energy sucked dry by Hades. The gun barrel of the giant ship was turning… towards the Albana Palace!
We must stop it… Li Yong struggled to stand up, but the backlash of the dragon transformation was too strong. At this moment, the sky suddenly darkened.
It wasn’t night that fell, but countless dark clouds gathered in a few seconds. A bolt of lightning struck, hitting Pluto’s main gun! Then came a heavy rain… the heaviest rain Alabasta hadn’t seen in ten years!
Drago… Crocodile screamed with his last bit of strength, you…had planned it…already…
A tall figure emerged from the storm, his green cloak fluttering. The leader of the revolutionary army, Drago, looked down at everything, and his eyes finally fell on Li Yong: Son of prophecy, you awakened Hades in advance.
Stop it! Li Yong roared, it will destroy the entire country!
Dragon shook his head: Pluto needs the energy of the devil fruit to drive it. Crocodile is just an appetizer… His eyes became sharp, and the next target is… the system core in your body.
As if to confirm his words, Hades suddenly shot out dozens of black chains, all pointing at Li Yong! These chains were engraved with the same words as the historical text, emitting a strange suction force.
At the critical moment, the White Knights suddenly jumped out of the sand and formed a human wall to block the chains. Dragon put his hands together and summoned an unprecedented super hurricane: Dragon’s Breath!
The hurricane collided with the chain, and the shock wave pushed the entire Pluto back hundreds of meters underground. Dorag took the opportunity to grab Li Yong’s team and lift them to high altitude: Now is not the time for the final battle.
In the clouds, the leader of the Revolutionary Army looked at Li Yong seriously: Your system has the same origin as the ancient weapons, both are products of the blank 100 years. Lord Yimu has sent out the Knights of God… Their next target will be Franky in the Seven Waters.
Franky? Why? Li Yong struggled to stay awake.
Because he has the Pluto design in his body… and you have the activation key in your body. Dorag points to Li Yong’s dragon pupil. When the four historical texts are collected, the system will complete the final evolution… Then you have to make a choice: become the new Joy Boy, or…
Before he finished speaking, a golden beam of light suddenly pierced through Dorag’s shoulder! Everyone looked up and saw five figures standing in the clouds – the Knights of God!
Traitor Dorag. The leading golden knight spoke in a cold voice, following the order of the Void Throne, to execute all those who interfered with the plan.
Dorag’s face changed drastically, and he immediately created a storm barrier: Hold on tight! He led the team down rapidly, with the golden beam chasing them closely behind.
When everyone fell back to the deck of the True Dragon in a panic, Drago was already pale from blood loss: Remember… the last piece is in Raftel… but don’t trust Rayleigh… he has been…
Another golden light shot out, and Dorag was forced to turn into a storm and leave. The Knights of God did not pursue him, but looked at Li Yong collectively and made an ancient gesture – thumb across the throat.
What are they talking about? Ogawa asked tremblingly.
Li Yong’s dragon pupils read the lip language: The execution date is set at… the end of the World Conference.
As the True Dragon evacuated at full speed, Pluto’s unwilling roar came from the depths of the Albastan Desert. Li Yong checked the system prompt and his heart skipped a beat:
[Dragonization degree 68%][Final warning: exceeding 70% will trigger irreversibility][Next target: Seven Water City Franky]Aya suddenly held his hand: I saw it… The Seven Waters was burning… Franky was nailed to the cross… and there was a boy wearing a straw hat crying…
Li Yong held the three pieces of historical text tightly, and the cracks where they were joined were repairing themselves. The system interface was silently updated:
[World Government Alert Level Detected: Red][God’s Knights Set Out]【Final countdown: 7 days】
Chapter 15, The Burning Seven Waters (Old Version)
The sky of the Seven Water City was dyed blood red. Li Yong stood on the observation deck of the True Dragon, his golden pupils reflecting the billowing black smoke rising in the distance. Even though he was dozens of miles away, he could smell the smell of charred meat and molten iron – the city was burning.
The water level dropped abnormally. Xiaochuan adjusted his eye mask, and the newborn dragon eye moved restlessly under the bandage. The underground water system of the entire city was drained… It was man-made.
Xingyue’s observation mirror issued a piercing alarm: High energy reaction detected! The city center square…Oh my God! She suddenly staggered back, a line of blood and tears flowed from her silver-white right eye, they are burning people alive!
Li Yong’s dragon scales instantly covered his entire body. The fragmented warnings in his future memories now formed a clear picture – Franky was nailed to the cross, and the flames devoured his mechanical body.
Full speed ahead! He leaped onto the figurehead, claws digging into the metal, ready to fight!
The system interface is refreshed at this moment:
[Today’s ability: Transparent Fruit (selected)][Dragonization degree 69%][Warning: 70% critical point danger]Transparent Fruit——The ability to make the body and the objects it touches invisible. It seems suitable for infiltration, but facing the level of observation Haki of the Knights of God, ordinary invisibility is meaningless. Unless…
Li Yong looked at his dragon claws, and a strange luster flowed between the gaps between the scales. There were vague fragments in the future memory – the fusion of abilities.
When the True Dragon rushed into the port of the Seven Waters City, the scene in front of them suffocated everyone. The once prosperous water city had turned into a hell on earth: buildings collapsed, waterways dried up, and corpses piled up on street corners like rag dolls. In the city center square, five golden armors were illuminated by the fire and looked like gods descending.
The Knights of God…Roman’s fingers unconsciously plucked the strings, playing a few trembling notes, the world government’s highest fighting force…
On the cross in the center of the square, Franky no longer looked human. His mechanical body was pierced by special nails, and his limbs were twisted into strange angles. Even more cruel was that the knights deliberately retained his voice-generating device – painful electronic sounds echoed in the square.
Hold on…super… Franky’s voice was intermittent, Straw Hat…boy…don’t come…
The leading golden knight raised his flaming sword: Franky, the traitor, secretly kept the ancient weapon design, and was sentenced to death! Anyone who tried to rescue him would be guilty of the same crime!
Li Yong’s dragon pupils shrank to the limit. He noticed a man in a white suit standing behind the Knight Commander – CP0 General Manager Rob Lucci! The man was holding a strange device in his hand, releasing some kind of pulse wave towards Franky.
They are forcing a confession. Xingyue quickly analyzed that the pulse can stimulate the pain nerves… even the mechanical body…
Act in groups. Li Yong enters a semi-transparent state, Xingyue interferes with the communication, Xiaochuan calculates the rescue route, and Aya prepares first aid. Roman… He looks at the musician and finds that his face is extremely pale. You are responsible for the response.
Roman nodded silently, and his fingers played a few strange chords on the strings – Li Yong had never heard this tune, but he felt inexplicably familiar with it.
With the help of his ability to see through, Li Yongru passed through the ruins like a ghost. When he approached the square, he found that the ground was covered with tiny lines – seastone powder! No wonder Franky couldn’t break free. What was even more tricky was that the positions of the five Knights of God formed a certain formation, and any sudden attack from any direction would be immediately detected.
Mr. Li Yong… Xingyue’s voice came through the miniature headphones and found something unusual! There is a metal plate on Franky’s chest that resonates with your system!
Sure enough, Li Yong’s dragon pupil caught the faint blue light on Franky’s chest. The pattern on the metal plate was exactly the same as the historical text! Is this the other half of the iceberg?
Action. Li Yong took a deep breath and pushed his transparency ability to the extreme. Not only was he invisible, he began to distort the light around him – this was a skill he learned from future memories, the awakening application of the Transparent Fruit: Refraction Field!
The Knight Commander suddenly turned his head: There is a rat.
It was too late. Li Yong had already entered the center of the formation, and his dragon claws went straight for the base of the cross! The Knight Commander’s holy sword slashed at a speed that was difficult to see with the naked eye, but it hit nothing – Li Yong temporarily made the entire cross transparent!
Ogawa!
There was a gap at three o’clock! The navigator’s dragon eye predicted the fleeting weakness of the formation.
Li Yong carried Franky and broke through the encirclement. Amid the angry roars of the knights, Lucci coldly pressed the button: Start PX-Z.
The ground suddenly cracked, and three pure white Pacifists rose up. Unlike the previous models, their eyes were blood red, and there was a Z logo printed on their chests.
Run! Franky struggled on Li Yong’s shoulder. They are specially designed to restrain people with special abilities…
PX-Z collectively raised their hands, and some kind of net-like energy shot out from their palms. Li Yong barely dodged, but the light at the edge still brushed his calf – the part that was touched immediately lost its transparent effect!
Seastone Resonance Net! Xingyue exclaimed that it can invalidate the power of devil fruits!
The Knight Commander raised the holy sword: For the glory of the Void Throne!
Five golden lights shot towards Li Yong at the same time. At the critical moment, Roman’s piano music suddenly resounded throughout the square – it was not ordinary music, but a special frequency that could cause space vibration! The sound waves collided with the golden light, erupting with a deafening roar.
Let’s go! Roman stood on a high place, his ten fingers dancing on the strings, leaving afterimages. I will take you to… know… the power of the devil!
He played faster and faster, and black lines appeared under his skin. Li Yong recognized those lines – they were exactly the same as the decorative patterns on the edge of the main text of the history!
PX-Z turned his target and fired at Roman. The musician did not dodge or evade, but played the final chapter in the face of the artillery fire. When the energy bomb was about to hit him, his body suddenly turned into countless notes and scattered, and then reassembled in mid-air!
Song of Life…Ultimate Form…Franky said weakly, how could he…O’Hara’s…
There was no time to ponder these mysteries. Li Yong seized the opportunity and rushed to the rendezvous point. Behind him came the Knight Commander’s furious roar: Kill the musicians first!
Roman looked back at Li Yong for the last time, revealing a relieved smile. His strings broke one by one, and every time a string broke, a knight or PX-Z was hit by an invisible sound blade. When the last string broke, the entire square was flooded with blinding white light…
No! Aya wanted to rush back, but Xiaochuan held her back tightly.
The team reluctantly retreated to the True Dragon. As the ship left the port, a mushroom cloud rose over the Seven Waters. Roman was never seen again.
Inside the cabin, Franky’s condition was worse than expected. The nails contained seastone and some kind of inhibitor, preventing his mechanical body from healing itself. The most fatal thing was the metal plate on his chest – it was resonating with Li Yong’s system, emitting an increasingly strong blue light.
Just… take it out… Franky gritted his teeth and said, it belongs to… you…
Li Yong hesitated. The metal plate was almost fused with Franky’s heart device, and it was forcibly removed…
Quick! Franky’s electronic eyes flashed, they want to…activate Pluto…need this and your…system…
Aya’s hand hovered above the metal plate, and the healing golden light was ready: I will do my best to save his life system.
When the metal plate was taken out, the entire cabin was flooded with blue light. Li Yong’s three historical texts flew out automatically and combined with the metal plate to form a three-quarter sphere. The missing part was obviously the last piece – Raftel’s piece.
【Historical text synchronization rate 85%】
[Dragonization degree 70%][Ultimate Warning: Gene Devouring Begins][System final form activated 10%]The severe pain made Li Yong fall to his knees. His back was completely torn apart, and a pair of broken dragon wings finally unfolded completely. What was even more terrifying was that his consciousness began to blur, and some primitive instinct was taking over…
Li Yong! Aya put one hand on Franky’s chest and put the pure blonde card on his forehead with the other hand, looking at me!
The pure gold light temporarily stabilized the situation. Li Yong panted and looked at the system interface – the newly unlocked data made him shudder:
[Real name of the system: Tianlong Terminal]【Function: Ancient weapons control hub】
[Currently bound: Li Yong (Dragon Blood compatibility 70%)][Warning: More than 80% of the bound people will be transformed into the ultimate weapon of the Celestial Dragons]Franky’s mechanical eyes suddenly lit up: Sure enough… Dr. Vegapunk… didn’t lie to me… He raised his hand with difficulty and took out a small chip from his chest. The doctor’s… message…
Xingyue immediately inserted the chip into the observation device. In the holographic projection, the image of a mad scientist emerged: Whoever sees this, remember – the system is a trap! Yimu used it to control the successive Joyboy candidates… Dragon blood is not a gift but a shackle… Find pure gold and the person with the ability of the surgery fruit… Only…
The video suddenly stopped. Ogawa’s cry came from outside the cabin: Pursuers!
Li Yong rushed to the deck and saw five golden lines approaching rapidly on the horizon – the Knights of God could actually walk on the sea! Further away, three admiral-class battleships were closing in.
There is no escape… Ogawa’s dragon eyes saw that all routes were blocked.
Li Yong tightly grasped the three-quarters of the sphere of historical text and suddenly made a crazy decision: not to escape. He turned to Xingyue and calculated the best route to Raftel.
But the last piece…
Someone will take us there. Li Yong’s dragon eyes locked onto the distant horizon, the boy in the straw hat… This is what Roman wanted to say before he died.
Franky’s electronic eyes suddenly lit up: Straw Hat…Luffy? You know…my little brother?
The True Dragon suddenly shook violently. There was a sound of some giant creature crashing into the ship from the bottom. When everyone thought the ship was going to sink, the sea water lifted the ship up rapidly – no, the ship was lifted up by something!
Sea King! Aya holds on to the railing, no… it’s a super giant sea king!
Indeed, the creature holding up the True Dragon was beyond belief. Even more surprising was the presence of a young man in a straw hat standing on top of it, and next to him were…
Roman?! Ogawa exclaimed.
No, it was just a black-haired woman who looked very similar to Roman, holding the same harp as Roman. The boy in the straw hat looked up, and the sunlight shone on his signature smile:
I heard you were looking for a guide to Raftel?
The Knights of God are already within reach. The straw hat boy – Monkey D. Luffy – pressed the straw hat and said: Jinbei, stop them.
The sea water suddenly rose into a thousand-meter-high wall of water, and the figure of Fishman Jinpei appeared looming: Yes, Captain.
Luffy turned to Li Yong with an unusually serious look: Mr. Rayleigh said that it’s time for you to know the truth… about the system, about Joyboy, and… why you were chosen to travel to this world.
The True Dragon dives into the deep sea with the Sea King. The system interface is updated at this moment:
[Joey Boy bloodline detected approaching][Final mission activated: Go to Raftel][Warning: Dragonization degree 71%…72%…]Chapter 16, The End and a New Beginning (Old Version)
The waters of Raftel are black.
Li Yong stood at the bow of the True Dragon, his golden eyes reflecting the legendary final island. It was not the paradise he imagined, but a ruin distorted by some force. The most eye-catching thing was the inverted giant tower in the center of the island – the top of the tower was inserted into the ground, and the bottom of the tower was facing the sky, as if the whole world was upside down here.
The recording pointer is completely out of order. Xiaochuan adjusted his eye patch, and Longyan moved restlessly under the bandage. It’s not just the magnetic field… the time and space here are all messed up.
Xingyue’s observation instrument kept popping up error messages: Multiple devil fruit energies were detected… The whole island seemed to be affected by countless people with special abilities at the same time.
Luffy’s Sunny and the True Dragon were moored side by side. The Straw Hat Captain was rarely serious and pressed his straw hat: This is it. Rayleigh said, the truth might drive you crazy.
Li Yong looked at the three-quarters historical text sphere in his hand, which was emitting increasingly strong pulsating blue light. The system interface kept refreshing the warning:
[Final Mission: Arrival at Raftel][Dragonization degree 79%][Warning: 80% will trigger irreversible transformation]Aya pinned the pure golden hair card on Li Yong’s collar, and the golden light temporarily suppressed the restless dragon scales: No matter what you see, remember that we are all together.
Franky dragged his half-repaired body over: super sorry to interrupt this heartwarming moment… but you’d better take a look at this.
He pointed to the east side of the island—five World Government flagships were dropping anchor, and the golden battleships of the Knights of God were among them. Further away, three black ships were surrounding them, with the emblem of Lord Im printed on their sails.
How did they find this place? Ogawa exclaimed.
Luffy grinned: I told them.
Everyone was stunned. The boy in the straw hat scratched his head: How else can we catch them all?
There was no time to question this crazy plan. The two boats lowered the boats and headed for Raftel. When approaching the coast, the sea water suddenly became as thick as glue, and paddling with oars was extremely difficult.
It’s not water…Aya’s healer perception allowed her to discover the problem first, it’s liquid memory!
Indeed, when Li Yong’s hand touched the black sea water, countless fragmented images forced their way into his mind: a huge straw hat… a burning Marijoa… someone who looked very similar to Luffy kneeling in front of the void throne…
In front of the base of the inverted tower stood a broken stone tablet – the last piece of historical text! When Li Yong approached, three quarters of the sphere automatically flew towards the tablet and fit in perfectly. The complete sphere began to rotate, projecting a holographic image:
【Tianlong terminal launch】
【End user verification begins】
[Scan binder: Li Yong (Dragon Blood compatibility 79%)][Scan candidate: Monkey D. Luffy (D’s will compatibility 100%)]The sphere suddenly split into two beams, hitting Li Yong and Luffy’s chest respectively. Their shirts instantly vaporized, revealing the same tattoo – a grinning joyboy logo!
What is going on? Li Yong felt that the system was getting out of control.
Luffy was surprisingly calm: Just as Rayleigh said…the system selected two people.
The sky suddenly darkened. It wasn’t dark clouds covering the sun, but two moons appeared in the daytime sky at the same time, slowly approaching each other! As the two moons intersected, the image projected by the historical text sphere became clearer and clearer:
Eight hundred years ago, a joyboy who looked like Luffy created three ancient weapons. But Lord Im stole the control terminal, which was the system in Li Yong’s body. In order to create the perfect weapon, Im used the terminal to summon adapters from another world, constantly resetting their memories and throwing them into the pirate world… Li Yong has been reincarnated for the 27th time.
So my time travel… was a scam? Li Yong stumbled back, his dragon scales growing uncontrollably. I was just an experiment?
Luffy held his shoulder: No, you are the only one who broke the reincarnation cycle. He pointed to the image that flashed by in the video – in the previous 26 reincarnations, Li Yong eventually became a Celestial Dragon weapon, only this time was different.
Because you have a partner. Robin’s voice suddenly came. The archaeologist appeared next to the stone tablet without knowing when. A partner allows you to retain your humanity.
The moment the two moons completely overlapped, the heaven and earth shook! The base of the inverted giant tower opened, revealing the empty throne inside – Lord Yimu sat on it, with the Five Elders kneeling at his feet. What was even more terrifying was that behind the throne was an ancient dragon, the size of an island!
Finally here, my weapon. Yim’s voice rang directly in everyone’s mind, Experimental Subject No. 27, complete your mission.
Li Yong suddenly held his head and screamed – the system forced the final program to start! The degree of dragon transformation instantly exceeded 80%, the bones of the whole body twisted and deformed, and the skin was completely covered with scales…
Li Yong! Aya wanted to rush forward, but was stopped by Franky.
Don’t touch him! The system is rewriting his consciousness!
Luffy strode towards Li Yong who was transforming into a dragon: Do you remember Roman’s last music? He suddenly hummed a melody – it was the final chapter that Roman played in the Seven Water City!
Li Yong, who had turned into a half-dragon monster, suddenly paused. That melody… There is a backdoor program hidden in the deep memory of the system! In the first 26 reincarnations, there was always a musician who played this code with his life, leaving hope for the next reincarnation…
Now! Luffy yelled.
Li Yong used his last bit of humanity to grab Luffy’s hand: The operation begins!
Aya understood instantly and pressed the pure gold card on their clasped hands. The pure gold reacted with the power of the surgery fruit in Luffy’s body (which Law secretly transplanted into him when he sneaked into Marijoa), forming a strange light cocoon that enveloped the two of them.
The system stripping process starts. Robin reads out the words on the historical text.
Joey Boy needs to be willing to take on the responsibility of the terminal…
In the light cocoon, Li Yong felt something being pulled out of his body – the system core! In contrast, Luffy arched his back in pain, and Joyboy’s tattoo gradually turned into a dragon.
No! Yim finally lost his composure, the ancient dragon roared and pounced on him, that’s my weapon!
Gear 5! Luffy’s whole body turned white, and he was suffering from the pain of the system implantation and the ecstasy of awakening at the same time: Too… interesting!
Li Yong, who was completely stripped of the system, regained his human form and fell to his knees weakly. Aya immediately supported him and used her healing golden light to output at full power. Surprisingly, as the system left, his dragon-like characteristics began to fade, and even Xiaochuan’s dragon eyes turned back into ordinary eyes.
So that’s it… Li Yong smiled bitterly, Dragon Transformation is a system parasitic phenomenon…
The battle in the sky has gone beyond common sense. The shock wave from the collision between Gear 5 Luffy and the Ancient Dragon pushed the seawater back thousands of meters, revealing the ancient underwater city. The Knights of God tried to intervene, but were stopped by Jinbei and Franky.
Li Yong! Luffy yelled in the fierce battle, do you still remember your ability?
Ability? After the system is stripped, it should be… Wait! Li Yong suddenly realized that the abilities obtained from the daily lottery may have belonged to him! He closed his eyes and felt the remaining power in his body – the transparent fruit, the rusty fruit, the kilogram fruit… All the abilities he had used before were there, but they were no longer restricted by the system!
Aya, lend me the gold! Li Yong grabbed the hairpin and pressed it to his forehead. Under the amplification of the gold, his body began to glow: Luffy! Got it!
He activated the awakening ability of the Transparent Fruit, but instead of making himself invisible, he made the system on Luffy transparent! This temporarily lifted Im’s control over the system.
Luffy laughed: Great! His fist was suddenly wrapped in dragon flames, rubber rubber… Dragon Breath!
The moment the giant fist hit the ancient dragon, Li Yong used his last strength to activate the Kilogram Fruit Awakening – increasing the weight of Luffy’s fist to infinity! The head of the dragon was shattered by the blow, and the aftermath rushed straight to the Void Throne!
Yim finally stood up and spread out a kind of barrier with his hands: You don’t understand… the system is just one of the shackles! Even without it…
What a lot of nonsense. Luffy and Li Yong said in unison, and their fists hit the barrier at the same time.
Song of the Dragon and the Elephant!
This is the name recorded in later history books. When Joyboy fully resonates with the power of the Dragon Messenger, the energy generated is enough to rewrite reality. Yim’s barrier shattered like glass, and the Void Throne turned to dust…
Three months later, the True Dragon was sailing somewhere in the new world. Li Yong looked at himself in the mirror, still a little dazed. After the system was stripped, he lost the ability to draw daily, but retained several awakened fruit abilities. More importantly, he gained true freedom.
Mr. Li Yong! Xiaochuan excitedly rushed into the cabin and found an unknown island ahead! Xingyue said it might be a place that the record pointer has never pointed to…
A new adventure. Li Yong walked onto the deck with a smile. Aya’s healing ability was gradually reversing the aftereffects of the dragonization of his companions, and the True Dragon – they discovered that this ship was actually an intelligent life form made by the ancient kingdom – now completely obeyed Li Yong’s command and no longer needed the system.
The sails were swollen by the sea breeze, and the dragon eyes on the figurehead flashed with wisdom. When the outline of the island appeared on the horizon, Li Yong remembered Luffy’s farewell words:
What ancient weapons are none of my business! The important thing is that we can sail freely now, right?
Perhaps this is the answer. Li Yong took a deep breath of the salty sea breeze and pointed to the new island:
The True Dragon Pirates, set off!
Chapter 17, A New Beginning in Another World (Old Version)
The harsh sound of brakes tore his eardrums. Li Yong’s last memory was the cosplay straw hat flying off his head and the glaring headlights of the car.
Cold. Salty. Suffocating.
Li Yong opened his eyes suddenly, and the salty seawater immediately poured into his nostrils. He flapped his limbs wildly, and his body continued to sink in the sea. The sun shone through the sea, forming a swaying spot of light above him.
I…wasn’t I at the comic convention?
Lack of oxygen made his mind blurry. Just as his consciousness was about to fade away, a mechanical female voice sounded in his mind:
[Lottery system activated. Host’s vital signs are critical, emergency lottery procedure initiated]A translucent turntable suddenly appeared in front of Li Yong’s eyes, with various patterns densely arranged on it. The turntable spun rapidly and finally stopped on three grids: a soap bubble, a piece of paper and a ball of flame.
[Today’s available abilities: Bubble Fruit (Basic), Paper-Paper Fruit (Basic), Flame-Flame Fruit (Basic), please choose one]Bubbles…fruits…Li Yong muttered to himself.
Instantly, a strange force flowed through his body. Li Yong instinctively opened his mouth and spit out not seawater, but a huge transparent bubble. The bubble quickly wrapped around his whole body and brought him to the surface of the sea.
Puff! The bubble burst, and Li Yong’s head emerged from the sea, greedily breathing in the fresh air.
He looked at his hands in amazement and tried to exhale again, and another bubble flew out of his mouth. This time he controlled it deliberately, and the bubble held his chin steadily.
The Devil Fruit abilities in One Piece? Have I traveled through time?
Looking around, there was only the endless blue sea. The sun was blazing brightly in the sky, with no trace of land.
System, what’s going on? Li Yong asked in his mind.
[The host has entered the One Piece world. This system provides one chance to extract a devil fruit ability every day. Three abilities will appear randomly each time for you to choose from. The selected ability can be used for 24 hours.]Li Yong tried to recall the last moments before the car accident. He remembered that he was attending a One Piece themed comic convention, cosplaying as Luffy. A truck that ran out of control…
So I traveled through time after death? And brought a lottery system? Li Yong smiled bitterly and shook his head, at least give me a ship…
At this moment, a black dot appeared in the distance. Li Yong squinted his eyes, it seemed to be a merchant ship!
He immediately waved his arms desperately, and at the same time used the Bubble Fruit ability to create a series of large reflective bubbles. Half an hour later, the merchant ship changed its course and headed towards him.
Hey! Hold on! Someone on the boat shouted.
When Li Yong was pulled onto the deck, he was exhausted. He collapsed on the wooden floor, gasping for breath.
“Young man, how come you are drifting alone on the sea?” an old sailor with wrinkles squatted down and asked.
Li Yong managed to sit up: I… was in a shipwreck. Thank you for saving me.
The East China Sea has been in turmoil recently. The old sailor handed him a dry towel. The navy was catching pirates everywhere, and even ordinary merchant ships had to be checked three times.
Li Yong took the towel and asked casually: What year is it now?
The old sailor looked at him strangely: It’s the year 1520 in the Haiyuan calendar, you didn’t hit your head, did you?
1520! The year Luffy went to sea! Li Yong’s heartbeat quickened, but he tried to remain calm: Maybe I have a concussion… What month is it today?
May 3. The old sailor patted him on the shoulder and said, “We are heading to Logue Town. You can get off the ship there and see a doctor.”
After Li Yong thanked him, he walked to the side of the ship alone. The system interface appeared again:
[Today’s remaining abilities: Paper-Paper Fruit, Flame-Flame Fruit. Please note that unselected abilities will be refreshed in 24 hours.]After thinking for a moment, Li Yong chose the Paper Fruit. A new energy flowed into his palm, and he tried to touch the wooden fence, and the wood immediately became as soft and foldable as paper.
It’s so amazing…Li Yong exclaimed softly.
The merchant ship sailed for three days. During this period, Li Yong drew new abilities every day, but they were all relatively ordinary. On the morning of the fourth day, the outline of Rogge Town appeared on the horizon.
That is the town of beginning and end… Li Yong looked at the town in the distance with mixed feelings.
Just then, a naval ship appeared on the left side of the merchant ship.
All ships stop for inspection! The order came over the loudspeaker.
The captain hurriedly ordered the sails to be lowered. Li Yong became nervous – he had no identification.
System, what are its capabilities today?
[Abilities available today: Paper Fruit (Intermediate), Mimicry Fruit (Elementary), Silence Fruit (Elementary)]Imitation fruit! Li Yong’s eyes lit up and he immediately chose it.
When the navy boarded the ship for inspection, Li Yong had already turned into the second mate of a merchant ship. The inspection passed without any major problems, but this incident made Li Yong determined.
I want to form my own pirate group. That night, he muttered to himself in the tavern in Rogue Town.
Pirate group? A clear female voice came from the side, a guy like you who doesn’t even have your own identity?
Li Yong turned around and saw a young woman with a ponytail looking at him with raised eyebrows. In front of her was a sea chart and next to her was a glass of beer that was almost untouched.
Zhang Yun! Don’t provoke strangers casually. The tall man next to her warned in a low voice. The man had a long knife with a unique shape on his waist.
Li Yong smiled and said: Hello, my name is Li Yong. In fact, I am indeed looking for like-minded partners.
The woman – Zhang Yun – narrowed her eyes: Why should we believe you?
Li Yong did not answer, but stretched out his hand. Under the surprised gaze of the two, the hand turned into Zhang Yun’s, then into the tall man’s, and finally returned to its original shape.
Devil Fruit user…The tall man gripped the hilt of the knife tightly.
Not only that. Li Yong lowered his voice and said, I know a lot of secrets of this world… For example, three months later, a boy wearing a straw hat will be struck by lightning on the execution platform but will not die, thus opening a new era of pirates.
Zhang Yun and the man exchanged glances.
I am Eric, a former navy swordsman. The man finally said, If what you say is true… then you may be worth following.
Don’t jump to conclusions! Zhang Yun slammed the table and stood up, but was suddenly interrupted by a commotion at the door of the tavern.
Five burly men rushed in, and the leader walked towards Zhang Yun with a grim smile: “We found you, little girl. It’s time to settle the score from last time.”
Eric immediately drew his sword, but the other side had the advantage in numbers. Li Yong stood up and patted Eric on the shoulder: Let me do it.
[Today’s remaining abilities: Paper Fruit, Silence Fruit]Li Yong chose the Paper-Paper Fruit, but this time it was an intermediate level. His arms instantly turned into countless pieces of paper and shot towards the enemy like a white snake.
Five minutes later, the bullies were wrapped in paper like mummies and piled in the corner of the pub.
Zhang Yun widened her eyes: Who…are you?
Li Yong smiled and stretched out his hand: A time traveler who wants to change the world. Do you want to witness the wave of this era together?
The sea breeze blows in from the port, bringing with it a salty smell and endless possibilities. In this town of beginning and end, the story of the True Dragon Pirates begins.
Chapter 18, Intertwining Fates (Old Version)
The morning sun penetrated the mist and sprinkled on the streets of Roger Town. Li Yong stood at the execution platform of Pirate King Gol D. Roger, looking up at the simple wooden platform.
Twenty-two years ago, a new era began right here, he whispered to himself.
Visitors crowded around the execution platform, and vendors were hawking bagged air, the last breath of the pirate king, and low-quality replicas of the One Piece treasure map. Li Yong reached out and touched the mottled wooden pillars of the execution platform, and a strange feeling flowed through his body along his fingertips – as if he could hear the whispers of history.
Hey! What are you daydreaming about?
Zhang Yun’s voice came from behind. Li Yong retracted his hand and turned around to see her holding a pile of sailing supplies, while Eric followed behind with two bags of food.
Are all the supplies ready? Li Yong asked.
Zhang Yun rolled her eyes: Of course, do you think everyone is hanging around like you? She stuffed the things into Li Yong’s arms and said, “Here, I want to see the latest version of the sea chart.”
Wait. Li Yong stopped her and said, “We have to talk about the team first.”
The three of them found a secluded cafe and sat down. Li Yong took out a crumpled piece of paper from his pocket, on which was drawn a crude pirate flag pattern – a coiled dragon biting a gem.
The True Dragon Pirates? Eric raised an eyebrow.
That’s right. Li Yong nodded. I know this sounds arrogant, but
I like it! Zhang Yun suddenly slammed the table, attracting the attention of the surrounding customers. It is much better than those old-fashioned skull and crossbones.
Eric stroked his chin: “The pirate group needs ships. I know a ship dealer who has a few second-hand boats.”
Where is the funding? Zhang Yun asked.
Li Yong smiled mysteriously and took out a bulging wallet from his pocket: I just borrowed it from the casino in town.
Eric frowned: Stealing is not in line with my principles.
Taking money from a black casino that specializes in defrauding sailors is called acting on behalf of heaven. Li Yong retorted, besides, we need start-up capital.
Their eyes met in the air. Zhang Yun looked at this one, then at that one, and suddenly laughed out loud: You two are really interesting. Eric, you should put away your sense of justice as a navy. Li Yong, consult with your teammates before taking action next time.
Li Yong raised his hands in surrender: You are right. So, we have reached a consensus?
Eric was silent for a moment, and finally nodded: I can follow you for a while and see if you are really as special as you say.
Great! Li Yong stood up and said, “First, we need to -“
He was interrupted by a commotion outside. A thin boy rushed into the cafe in a panic, with bruises on his face.
Mr. Eric! The boy gasped, “Hook Jack’s men are causing trouble for Miss Zhang Yun at the dock! They said… they want to burn all the nautical charts!”
Zhang Yun’s face suddenly changed, and she rushed out like an arrow, followed closely by Li Yong and Eric.
On the dock, five burly men were piling up a pile of papers. The leading man had an iron hook in his right hand and a torch in his left. Zhang Yun’s nautical charts were scattered all over the floor, and some of them had been set on fire.
Stop! Zhang Yun screamed and threw herself towards her own blood.
Hook Jack brandished his weapon with a grim smile: Girl, last time you caused us to lose a shipload of cargo, today I want you to watch these pieces of paper turn into ashes!
Li Yong took a step forward, but was stopped by Eric: Let me do it. This is my responsibility. They are obviously here because I interfered with their smuggling last time.
No, let’s do it together. Li Yong said firmly, calling up the system interface at the same time.
[Abilities available today: Spring Fruit (Intermediate), Jacket Fruit (Elementary), Silence Fruit (Elementary)]Without hesitation, Li Yong chose the spring fruit, and a strange elastic force immediately filled his limbs.
Eric, the three on the left are yours, and I’ll handle the two on the right, Li Yong whispered.
Eric nodded and drew his long sword. His movements were as fast as lightning, and the back of the sword accurately hit the wrist of the first thug, knocking down the opponent’s short sword. It was a clean and neat navy-style move, which did not take the opponent’s life but made the opponent lose his fighting ability.
Li Yongze bent his legs, his spring power ready to go. With a slight sound, he shot out like a cannonball, and his right fist hit Hook Jack’s face.
Bang!
Hook Jack stumbled back, his nose bleeding. He roared and swung the hook, but Li Yong had already leaped into the air with the help of the spring power, his legs contracted like a compressed spring, and then kicked out fiercely.
Spring Flying Kick!
This blow kicked Hook Jack into the sea. The remaining thugs saw that the situation was not good and fled with their unconscious companion.
Zhang Yun knelt in front of the nautical chart, trying to put out the fire, but half of it had already turned to ashes. Her shoulders trembled slightly, not knowing whether it was out of anger or sadness.
These…are the result of my three years of hard work…her voice choked with sobs.
Li Yong squatted down and gently pressed her shoulders: We will find better nautical charts and draw a more accurate route.
You don’t understand! Zhang Yun shook his hand away. These were not only sea charts, but also ocean current changes, island ecology… all gone!
Eric silently picked up the remaining paper and carefully smoothed out the wrinkles: at least part of it was saved.
Li Yong looked at the two of them, and suddenly an idea flashed in his mind: System, can today’s fruit ability be changed?
[The daily selection cannot be changed, but the host can use one ability storage opportunity to use an additional ability that has been drawn]Use the Bubble Fruit power!
Li Yong took a deep breath and exhaled a series of crystal bubbles. These bubbles floated towards the damaged charts, enveloping every fragment and ashes. Under the sunlight, a complete image emerged in the bubbles – a perfect reflection of all the destroyed charts.
This…Zhang Yun opened her eyes wide, reached out to touch a bubble, and the image inside enlarged.
Bubbles can temporarily store images. Li Yong explained that we can redraw these reflections.
Zhang Yun hugged Li Yong fiercely, then quickly let go, her ears slightly red: Thank you… Thank you. But don’t think I will be polite to you just like that!
Eric gave a rare smile: It seems that your ability is indeed extraordinary.
The three spent the whole afternoon redrawing the images in the bubbles onto new paper. In the evening, they arrived at the ship dealer that Eric had mentioned.
The boat dealer was a one-eyed old man who showed them three small boats. Finally, they chose a sloop about 15 meters long, which was a little old but in good condition and had a reasonable price.
Her name is Qianlong. The old man patted the hull and said, “It has been idle here for two years. Today, I finally waited for the right person to take it.”
After paying the money, the three of them stood on their own deck, the setting sun stretching their shadows very long.
Then, Li Yong raised a bottle of champagne that he had found at some point, and toasted the True Dragon Pirates!
Cheers to adventure! Zhang Yun cheered.
To justice, Eric said softly.
The splashing champagne bubbles contrasted with the sparkling waves on the sea. Li Yong felt a long-lost sense of belonging.
In the dead of night, Li Yong sat alone at the bow, looking at the starry sky. Suddenly, the system interface popped up automatically:
[Detecting that the host has completed the initial team formation task, issuing a novice gift pack: a chance to permanently retain a drawn fruit ability (must meet specific conditions to activate)]Li Yong’s heart beat faster: What are the specific conditions?
[When the host’s understanding and mastery of a certain ability reaches more than 80%, you can apply for permanent retention. Each attempt consumes 10,000 Baileys. If failed, the ability will enter a 30-day cooldown period.]It seems I have to save money first. Li Yong smiled bitterly and shook his head.
What are you talking about? Zhang Yun’s voice came from behind. She held two bottles of beer and handed one to Li Yong.
Just thinking about the future. Li Yong took the bottle and asked, “Why did you choose to join me? You know almost nothing about me.”
Zhang Yun shrugged: Intuition. Besides, people who can come up with new tricks every day are so interesting. She took a sip of beer, and… I can feel that you are not an ordinary person.
What about Eric? He seems like a very cautious guy.
Eric… Zhang Yun looked towards the cabin. He was once a rising star in the navy, but was expelled because he opposed certain orders from his superiors. Now he is looking for justice in his heart.
Li Yong thought thoughtfully: So he wanted to see what my justice looked like.
That’s about right. Zhang Yun stood up and said, “See you tomorrow, Captain.” She saluted with an exaggerated gesture and then left with a big laugh.
Li Yong called up the system interface again and checked tomorrow’s pre-selected abilities: [Door-Door Fruit (Basic), Imitation Fruit (Intermediate), Smoke Fruit (Basic)]Imitation Fruit…If I could retain this ability permanently…Li Yong fell into deep thought.
In the distance, the lights of Logue Town gradually went out. The execution platform cast a long shadow in the moonlight, as if watching the small sailboat and its three passengers. The gears of fate had begun to turn.
Chapter 19, Justice Has No Uniform (Old Version)
The Qianlong sailed on the calm sea for a week and finally saw the outline of the town of Shields. The location of the 153rd Navy Branch looked particularly peaceful under the sun.
Li Yong stood at the bow, squinting his eyes and observing the warships anchored in the port. System, what is the capability today?
[Abilities available today: Door-Door Fruit (Basic), Mimicry Fruit (Intermediate), Smoke Fruit (Basic)]Imitation Fruit, Intermediate. Li Yong chose it without hesitation. A familiar energy flowed through his body, and he felt that his facial muscles could be deformed freely.
Zhang Yun adjusted the angle of the sail: “Are we really going to dock here?” The island where the naval base is located is not a place for pirates.
That’s why they didn’t think any pirates would dare to come. Li Yong smiled and said, “Besides, we need supplies, and… He lowered his voice and said, “I have something to investigate.”
Eric walked out of the cabin, having changed out of his iconic navy-style jacket: If you plan to use your abilities to sneak into the base, you’d better be careful. Colonel Monka is not someone you can easily mess with.
Do you know him? Li Yong raised his eyebrows.
I’ve heard of it. Eric’s expression darkened. He was known for ruling with an iron fist, but the rumors were a little… exaggerated.
Li Yong nodded. This was exactly what he wanted to confirm – at this point in time, Monka should have already begun to implement tyranny, and in the original plot, it was not stopped until Luffy arrived.
I’ll go with you, Eric said suddenly.
No. Li Yong shook his head. You are too easy to recognize. I will go alone. You gather intelligence in the town and meet at the tavern in six hours.
Zhang Yun threw a set of clothes to Li Yong: At least change into this, your current outfit is too conspicuous.
Li Yong took the clothes – it was an ordinary businessman’s outfit. He quickly put them on, and then his face began to distort and change, turning into a middle-aged man with a square chin, thick eyebrows and big eyes.
Who is this? Zhang Yun poked his face curiously.
Randomly changed. Li Yong slapped her hand away. How did it feel?
It was as real as it was, disgusting. Zhang Yun made a face.
The boat slowly sailed into the harbor. Li Yong lowered the brim of his hat and got off the boat among the crowd. Shields Town was much smaller than Rogue Town, but because of the naval base, it seemed particularly neat and orderly – or, in other words, depressing.
People were hurrying along the street, rarely talking to each other. Every few hundred meters there were navy soldiers standing guard, their eyes alert and tired. Li Yong noticed that several shop windows had signs of repair, as if they had been hit by something heavy.
He turned into an alley, and after confirming that there was no one around, his face changed again – this time he became a navy captain with a scar on his face. He straightened his back and swaggered towards the main gate of the naval base.
Salute! The guards stood up straight immediately.
Li Yong nodded with a straight face: I brought back intelligence from the East China Sea and need to report directly to Colonel Monka.
The Colonel is in the office, sir! Do you want me to lead the way?
No need, I know the way. Li Yong strode into the base.
The interior of the naval base was larger than it looked from the outside. Offices and training rooms lined the corridors. Occasionally, civilian staff hurried past and immediately made way and saluted him. Li Yong maintained a dignified expression, but secretly memorized the route and defense arrangements in his mind.
Turning a corner, he almost bumped into a skinny, pink-haired boy—Kirby! The boy was holding a large stack of documents, his eyes behind his glasses widened with fear.
“Sorry, sir!” Kirby stammered, and the documents fell to the ground.
Li Yong squatted down to help him pick up the documents: What’s your name, soldier?
I, I’m not a soldier, sir! I’m a handyman, Kirby! The boy was so nervous that he almost cried.
Lee Young noticed that there were bruises on Coby’s arms and that his uniform didn’t fit him well. Is the work hard? He asked in a low voice.
Coby looked up in surprise, and then became even more horrified: No, it’s not hard! Colonel Monka gave me the opportunity to serve the Navy, I am very grateful!
Li Yong narrowed his eyes. This kind of fear was not caused by ordinary discipline. He was about to ask something else when heavy footsteps came from the end of the corridor.
Colonel Bellemere! What brings you here? A loud voice rang out.
Li Yong looked up and saw a burly man with an axe in his chin striding towards him – Colonel Monka himself. Behind him were two fully armed guards.
Li Yong immediately stood up and saluted: “Colonel! I have just returned from patrolling the East China Sea and have important intelligence to report.”
Monka walked closer, his axe chin flashing coldly under the light: I remember your patrol mission will not end for another three days.
Damn, the random person I imitated turned out to be a colonel on a mission! Li Yong remained calm: The situation has changed, Colonel. I found a group of suspicious pirates and I am worried that they will harm the base.
Monka narrowed his eyes slightly: Come to my office and talk.
As soon as the office door closed, Monka’s expression immediately darkened: “Who are you?” Colonel Bellemere left only yesterday, it is impossible for him to return so soon.
Li Yong’s heartbeat quickened, but he didn’t show it on his face: Colonel, did you remember it wrong? I——
Guards! Monka suddenly shouted.
The door was flung open, and two guards rushed in. Li Yong knew his disguise was exposed, and immediately activated the ability of the Door-to-Door Fruit – the second ability he chose this morning. A green door suddenly appeared in the air, and he opened it and jumped in.
Devil Fruit Power User! Monka roars, alert the entire base!
Li Yong traveled quickly through the alien space. This strange space was full of suspended portals, through which he could see fragments of the real world. He found a door that showed the perimeter of the base, jumped out, and landed in an alley on the edge of the town.
Phew… That was close. Li Yong gasped for breath, and his face returned to its original state. He had to meet up with Zhang Yun and the others as soon as possible.
The pub was filled with smoke and noise. Li Yong found Zhang Yun and Eric in a corner, the latter looking extremely unhappy.
What happened? Li Yong sat down and asked.
Zhang Yun pushed a glass of beer over: Eric heard some…not so good news.
Eric’s voice was low and angry: Monka locked the soldiers who opposed him in the basement. Last week, a young soldier was whipped fifty times in public for secretly delivering food to the slums. Now his life or death is unknown.
Li Yong clenched his wine glass: I met Coby, a pink-haired young servant who looked abused.
Kobi? Zhang Yun frowned. I heard that Monka’s son, Bellumeber, had a pet. It should be him.
We have to do something. Eric slammed his fist on the table, attracting the attention of several people around him.
Li Yong motioned him to calm down: The question is, how to do it? There are only three of us, and the entire naval base——
So we just turn a blind eye? Eric interrupted him, this is not justice!
I didn’t say I won’t help, Li Yong lowered his voice, but we need a plan. We have no chance of winning in a head-on confrontation.
Zhang Yun looked at the two of them: Maybe… we can collect evidence and send it to higher-level navy?
It’s useless. Eric shook his head. There must be someone behind Monka, otherwise his atrocities would have been stopped long ago.
Li Yong pondered for a moment: I have an idea, but it requires taking a risk.
As night fell, the naval base was still brightly lit. Monka ordered a city-wide search for imposters, and the number of soldiers patrolling the streets increased threefold.
Li Yong once again transformed into Colonel Bellemere, but this time he put on a navy uniform bought from the black market. Zhang Yun and Eric disguised themselves as captured pirates and were escorted back to the base by Li Yong.
Stop! The guard at the base gate raised his gun.
Li Yong raised his head: I am Colonel Bellemere. I have captured two suspicious elements who may be related to the imposter during the day!
The guard hesitated: But Colonel, Colonel Monka ordered –
Are you going to delay the interrogation of the criminal? Li Yong asked sharply.
The guard immediately stepped aside, and the three of them entered the base smoothly and headed straight for the basement.
“Let’s split up,” Li Yong whispered. Eric goes to find the detained soldiers, Zhang Yun goes to the archives to find evidence of Monka’s crimes, and I’ll lure Monka away.
Be careful. Zhang Yun squeezed his hand, then she and Eric disappeared into the shadows of the corridor.
Li Yong took a deep breath and strode towards Monka’s office. The door was not closed tightly, and Monka’s voice came from inside: …We must solve it before he causes more trouble. That damn imitator
Report! Li Yong knocked on the door.
Monka looked up and saw Bellmère standing at the door. His face suddenly changed: You! Guards—
Colonel, please listen to me! Li Yong raised his voice, I found a major conspiracy! Someone wants to frame you!
Monka narrowed his eyes and signaled the guard to wait: What conspiracy?
Li Yong approached the desk and said: I caught two pirates today. They confessed that someone paid them to pretend to be navy officers in order to create chaos and let the headquarters send people to investigate you.
Monka’s expression became uncertain: Who ordered this?
They said it was…Colonel Mouse. Li Yong made up a name.
What? Monka stood up suddenly. How dare that bastard… Wait, there is no colonel called rat in Donghai.
Li Yong knew he couldn’t delay any longer: System, activate the Menmen Fruit!
A green door appeared behind Monka. Li Yong rushed over, pushed Monka into the door, and jumped in himself, leaving the guards stunned.
In the different space, Monka roared and swung his axe at his chin, but Li Yong had already returned to his original appearance and dodged flexibly.
Who are you? Monka roared.
A passerby who can’t stand tyranny. Li Yong jumps between doors, abuses soldiers, and oppresses civilians. Is this your justice?
Monka sneered: The law of the jungle is the truth! Power is used to rule!
Well, now you are the weak one. Li Yong suddenly opened a door, and the two fell out of the different space and landed on the base square.
The square was in chaos. Eric rushed out of the basement with a dozen wounded soldiers, while Zhang Yun stood on a high place and threw a stack of documents into the air.
Look at the evidence of Monka’s crimes! She shouted, embezzlement of military funds, private executions, and abuse of soldiers!
The navy soldiers picked up the documents and the chatter became louder and louder. Seeing this, Monka roared and rushed towards Zhang Yun. Eric drew his sword to stop him, but Monka’s axe chin was so powerful that he forced Eric back in a few moves.
Li Yong wanted to help, but was surrounded by the guards who suddenly appeared. At the critical moment, a thin figure suddenly rushed out and hugged Monka’s legs – it was Coby!
Stop it, Colonel! Kirby cried, please, don’t hurt any more people!
Monka was furious and raised his fist to hit him. In a hurry, Li Yong activated the power of the Door-to-Door Fruit and the Mimic Fruit at the same time. His arm suddenly stretched out and turned into Monka’s appearance. He passed through a miniature portal, appeared from behind Monka, and punched himself on the back of the head.
Monka staggered a few steps and fell to the ground. The square was silent, and everyone stared at this scene in amazement.
What kind of ability is this? A soldier muttered.
Li Yong was also surprised – he didn’t expect that the two fruit abilities could be used in this way. The system prompt sounded in his mind:
[A combination of abilities is detected, and a hidden function is unlocked: in extreme crisis, the two fruit abilities can be temporarily combined (limited to once a day)]Eric was the first to react, and announced loudly: Monka’s tyranny is over! According to Article 17 of the Navy Regulations, when the commander is incapacitated, the adjutant will take over temporarily!
An older officer stepped forward and said, “I am Lieutenant Colonel Vann, the highest ranking officer. I declare that I will temporarily take over the 153rd Branch until the headquarters sends someone to investigate.”
The navy soldiers looked at each other, then burst into cheers. Coby ran to Li Yong and bowed deeply: Thank you, thank you, sir!
Li Yong helped him up: You have courage, Kebi. Remember the feeling today, it will make you an excellent marine.
The three of them took advantage of the chaos to leave the base. When they returned to the Qianlong, it was already dawn.
We did it! Zhang Yun jumped onto the deck excitedly.
Eric’s expression was extremely complicated: We interfered in the internal affairs of the navy…this goes against my principles.
Li Yong put away his smile: Eric, justice should not have uniform boundaries. Whether it is the navy or the pirates, doing the right thing is the most important thing.
But what about order? What about discipline? Eric asked, if everyone acted according to their own standards, wouldn’t the world be in chaos?
When order becomes an excuse for tyranny, breaking it is the greatest justice. Li Yong looked Eric in the eyes and asked, “Weren’t you expelled from the navy because you opposed the wrong order?”
Eric was shocked, silent for a long time, and finally nodded slowly: You are right. I…I need to rethink some things.
Zhang Yun patted the two on the shoulders: “Okay, philosophers, it’s time for us to set sail. It would be wise to leave before the Navy Headquarters sends someone.”
The Submarine slowly sailed away from Shields Town. Li Yong stood at the stern, watching the naval base gradually disappear into the distance. He changed the fate of Kobe and the future of the island. What chain reactions would this intervention bring? He didn’t know, but one thing was clear – this would never be the last time he challenged the so-called order.
[Ding! The host changes an important plot line and gets a reward: you can preview three ability effects the next time you draw]Li Yong smiled slightly. It seemed that the system also approved of his choice.
Chapter 20: Bucky is torn apart (old version)
The Qianlong sailed on the calm surface of the East China Sea for three days. Li Yong stood at the bow, feeling the sea breeze on his face, and in front of him was the system interface that only he could see:
[Abilities available today: Split Fruit (Advanced), Bird-Bird Fruit (Basic), Weapon Fruit (Basic)]Split Fruit? Li Yong raised his eyebrows. Isn’t this similar to Buggy’s ability? He chose this ability and immediately felt his body become unusually light, as if each part could exist independently.
Zhang Yun’s voice came from the mast: An island has been found ahead! According to the sea chart, it should be Orange Town!
Eric walked out of the cabin, wiping his long knife: Orange Town… I remember it was recently occupied by a clown pirate named Buggy.
The corner of Li Yong’s mouth twitched. Fate was strange – they were actually going to meet the future Chiryodo Baki.
Should we go around it? Zhang Yun slid down the mast, and there was enough supplies to last a week.
No, excitement flashed in Li Yong’s eyes, and we docked.
Eric frowned: Why take the initiative to cause trouble?
Because… Li Yong was about to explain when the ship suddenly shook violently and a column of water exploded on the side of the ship.
Bombardment! Eric immediately drew his sword and looked toward the sea with caution.
In the distance, a pirate ship with an exaggerated shape was heading towards them. The bow looked like a big-nosed red clown, and the logo of the Buggy Pirates was painted on the sail.
It seems we don’t need to look for them. Li Yong smiled bitterly.
The Buggy Pirates’ ship quickly approached, and on the deck stood a man dressed as a clown with a blue nose and red hair. It was Buggy the Clown himself. Beside him stood Lion Ridge, Chief of Staff Kabaji and his men.
Wow hahaha! I caught another little mouse! Bucky laughed exaggeratedly. Hand over all your valuables, and I will consider leaving you with an intact body!
Li Yong sighed and raised his voice: Captain Bucky, I’ve heard a lot about you! We are just passing by and don’t want to cause any trouble.
Passing by? Bucky narrowed his eyes. You said passing by on my territory? Guys, prepare for a boarding battle!
As the two ships approached, the vicious crew members of the Buggy Pirates jumped onto the Submarine Dragon waving their weapons. Eric immediately took up the fight, and his swordsmanship was clean and sharp, and he knocked down three pirates in a blink of an eye. Zhang Yun swam flexibly, using ropes and tools on the ship to create obstacles.
Baki himself jumped onto the mast and looked down at Li Yong: “You are the captain, right? If you dare to resist me, you will die!”
Li Yong looked up and looked at Bucky: “Bucky, we really don’t want to fight. How about this, let’s have a competition. If we win, you let us go; if you win, the ship and the treasure will be yours.”
Bucky tilted his head and thought: Interesting! I accept the challenge! What do you want to compete in?
Li Yong smiled and said, “I heard that your split fruit is very powerful. Why don’t we compete with each other?”
Bucky’s expression froze instantly: How…how do you know my ability?
Li Yong did not answer, but raised his right hand. Then, in front of Bucky’s shocked eyes, the hand separated from the wrist and floated in the air.
This is impossible! Buggy screamed, I should be the only one who has the ability of the Split Fruit!
It seems that the world is bigger than you thought, Captain Bucky. Li Yong controlled the separated hands and waved them in front of Bucky. How about a comparison?
Bucky’s face turned from red to white and then to red, and finally to an angry purple-red: You thief! I’m going to cut you into pieces! Pieces of pancakes!
Buggy’s body suddenly split into dozens of pieces, spinning like a flying disc and attacking Li Yong. Li Yong was not in a hurry, and also activated his ability – his body instantly broke into dozens of small pieces, flying in the air like scattered puzzle pieces.
The two groups of human debris collided in the air, making a funny snapping sound. Bucky’s right hand hit Li Yong’s left ear, and Li Yong’s right foot kicked Bucky’s nose. The torsos of the two people circled in mid-air to avoid each other.
Hahaha! This is so funny! Li Yong couldn’t help laughing. He controlled part of his body to form a net, trying to catch the fragments of Bucky.
Don’t get complacent! Bucky roars, and the circus is torn apart!
More fragments joined the battle, and the two men’s body parts formed a strange dance above the Submarine Dragon. The pirates watching were stunned and even stopped fighting.
The captain is performing a joint show with that guy…? A pirate asked, rubbing his eyes.
Idiot! That was a fight! Kabaji cursed, but he was also stunned.
Eric and Zhang Yun retreated to the side of the boat and watched this unprecedented confrontation warily.
When did Li Yong acquire this ability? Zhang Yun asked in a low voice.
It should be today’s lottery. Eric answered, but he didn’t expect it to be so… funny.
In mid-air, Li Yong suddenly had an idea. He reassembled his scattered body parts – but instead of restoring them to their original state, he formed a long human chain that entangled all of Bucky’s fragments.
What the hell! Bucky struggled, but couldn’t get free.
Li Yong’s head floated next to Buggy’s head and grinned: Do you give up, Captain Buggy?
No way! Buggy roars, and explodes into pieces!
A strange energy burst out from Bucky’s body, and Li Yong suddenly felt his splitting ability resonate. The body fragments of both of them emitted a faint blue light at the same time, and then spun uncontrollably, forming a mini tornado.
What happened? Li Yong was surprised to find that his ability was beginning to lose control.
Bucky was also shocked: You…why do your abilities resonate with mine?
The system prompt sound suddenly sounded in Li Yong’s mind:
[Contact of homologous abilities detected, triggering hidden mechanism: ability resonance. Temporarily unlocking advanced usage of the Split Fruit: molecular-level splitting (lasts 30 seconds)]Before Li Yong had time to think about the meaning of this hint, he felt that his body could be divided into smaller pieces – no longer fist-sized pieces, but could be broken down into small pieces the size of a fingernail. He subconsciously used this ability, and in an instant, his body turned into hundreds of small dots and escaped from Bucky’s restraints.
Bucky was stunned: This…this is impossible!
Li Yong quickly reassembled his body and landed on the deck. 30 seconds passed quickly, and the molecular fission ability disappeared, but he had already occupied a favorable position.
“Cease the war, Bucky,” Li Yong suggested. “We can’t do anything to each other.”
Bucky’s fragments reassembled, he touched his blue nose, and stared at Li Yong suspiciously: Who are you? Why do you have similar abilities to me?
It’s a long story. Li Yong shrugged. How about we call it a truce and have a drink together? I’ll pay.
The pirates cheered. Buggy hesitated for a moment, but his vanity finally prevailed: “Okay! Since you are so sensible, I will do you the honor of having a drink with you!”
Just like that, the originally tense atmosphere miraculously turned into a makeshift banquet. The Buggy Pirates brought wine and food, and the two groups sat around on the beach. Eric remained alert, his knife in hand; Zhang Yun curiously studied the Buggy Pirates’ sea chart.
Bucky drank a large glass of beer and burped loudly: So, you can imitate other people’s abilities?
To some extent, yes. Li Yong answered vaguely, but only a few kinds can be obtained randomly every day.
Weird ability. Bucky narrowed his eyes, but it was quite interesting. I’m starting to like you!
Li Yong laughed inwardly—Bucky’s personality was indeed as capricious as in the original novel.
Speaking of which, Li Yong pretended to ask casually, you have been in the East China Sea for so long, have you heard of any special treasures?
Buggy’s eyes lit up immediately: Treasure? Hahaha! Of course I know! Captain John’s treasure from the Grand Line is my target! But… his expression suddenly darkened, he had to find that damn red-haired Shanks first!
Li Yong then remembered the feud between Buggy and Shanks. Just as he was about to continue asking questions, Zhang Yun came hurriedly with a sea chart in her hand.
Li Yong, I found something strange. She unfolded the sea chart and pointed to an area of sea on it. The ocean currents here have changed abnormally recently. Logically, there should not be such a flow in this season.
Li Yong came closer to take a look: What does this mean?
Not sure, but it may be that the seabed topography has changed. Zhang Yun frowned and said, “I want to investigate.”
Buggy also came over to look at the sea chart: Oh? There are indeed some strange rumors in this sea area recently. Some fishermen said they saw a moving island.
A moving island? Li Yong’s mind was moved. Where exactly is it?
In this way, the original hostility turned into an exchange of intelligence. When night fell, Bucky was already drunk and put his arm around Li Yong’s shoulders and called him a brother.
Brother Li Yong! You are great! Buggy said with a big tongue, why not join my pirate group! I will give you the position of vice captain!
Thank you for your kindness, Captain Baki. Li Yong declined with a smile, but we have our own voyage.
Then at least tell me what you will become tomorrow! Bucky asked curiously, can you breathe fire? Or fly?
Li Yong smiled mysteriously: We’ll know tomorrow.
That night, the three of them camped on the beach. Eric kept watch while Li Yong checked the system prompts:
[Today’s ability combination usage experience value has been filled, and the mastery of the split fruit has increased to 65%]If I could keep this ability forever… Li Yong thought. In the original book, Buggy’s ability actually had great potential, but Buggy himself did not develop it enough.
The next morning, Li Yong was awakened by the system’s notification tone:
[Abilities available today: Bubble Fruit (Intermediate), Mimicry Fruit (Advanced), Silence Fruit (Elementary)]He chose the advanced version of the Mimic Fruit and walked towards Buggy who had already woken up.
Good morning, Captain Buggy. Li Yong greeted.
Bucky rubbed his hungover head: Good morning… Wait! His eyes suddenly widened, what about your ability? What is it today?
Li Yong smiled mysteriously, and then his face began to change – it turned into Bucky’s appearance, even the blue nose was exactly the same.
Wow! Bucky jumped in shock. You can even do this?
The ability of the Mimicry Fruit. Li Yong changes back to his original form and can transform into anyone I have ever seen.
Bucky’s expression changed from shock to thinking, and then to a sly smile: Hehe…Brother Li Yong, I suddenly have a good idea.
Ten minutes later, Li Yong understood what Buggy’s good idea was – he wanted Li Yong to disguise himself as a high-ranking naval officer and help Buggy defraud the bounty.
Sorry, Captain Buggy. Li Yong firmly refused, we have other plans.
Bucky curled his lips in disappointment: Humph, you don’t know what’s good for you!
When saying goodbye, Bucky unexpectedly gave Li Yong a permanent pointer: pointing to the direction of the strange ocean current. I’m too lazy to investigate such a boring thing, so I’ll give it to you!
Li Yong took the valuable gift with surprise: Thank you, this is very helpful.
Don’t get me wrong! Bucky immediately denied it with a red face, he just didn’t want to owe anyone a favor! We will be enemies next time we meet!
Seeing Bucky leave angrily, Li Yong couldn’t help but smile. This blue-nosed clown was actually quite cute.
Back on the Qianlong, Zhang Yun adjusted the course and followed the guidance of the permanent compass.
What do you think these moving islands Bucky was talking about? she asked.
Li Yong shook his head: Not sure, but in this world, anything is possible. He looked at the distant horizon, his heart full of expectations.
Eric wiped the knife and suddenly said: The way you used your ability yesterday… was very special.
What kind of special law is this?
Not like a novice. Eric looked directly into Li Yong’s eyes, as if you have been practicing for a long time.
Li Yong smiled but did not answer. The existence of the system was his biggest secret, and he could not reveal it to his partners.
The Qianlong headed towards the unknown sea. Li Yong didn’t know what was waiting for them ahead, but he was sure of one thing – the story of this world had begun to change because of him.
Chapter 21, The Future in the Pen (Old Version)
The permanent pointer guided the Qianlong for four days. The sea surface gradually changed from dark blue to turquoise, and the outline of the island in the distance gradually became clear.
Kokoa West Village… Li Yong stood at the bow and whispered this familiar yet unfamiliar name. Luffy should still be in Windmill Village at this time, and Arlong… He squinted his eyes and looked at the coastline, but did not see the conspicuous Arlong Park complex in his memory.
Zhang Yun unfolded the sea chart: According to the information given by Baki, there have been abnormal currents in this sea area recently. Fishermen say there are moving islands.
Eric wiped the long knife: It could be sea king activity or underwater volcanic movement.
Li Yong did not respond. His attention was drawn to a little orange-haired girl on the shore. The petite figure was lying on a large rock on the shore, concentrating on drawing something. Even from such a distance, the iconic orange-red hair was extremely eye-catching.
Nami. At this time, she looked only in her early teens, wearing simple overalls and still had baby fat on her face.
System, today’s ability. Li Yong silently thought in his heart.
[Abilities available today: Drawing Fruit (Advanced), Whispering Fruit (Basic), Explosion Fruit (Basic)]Painting Fruit, Advanced. Li Yong made a choice. A strange energy flowed into his fingers, and he felt his fingertips slightly warm, as if there was paint ready to flow out at any time.
When the boat approached the shore, Nami raised her head alertly and quickly closed the sketchbook. Her eyes swept over the three people, lingered on Li Yong for a moment, and then turned to leave.
Wait a minute! Li Yong jumped off the boat. Your nautical chart is great.
Nami stopped and looked back suspiciously: How do you know I’m drawing a nautical chart?
Li Yong smiled, stretched out his finger and lightly drew a line in the air – a blue line appeared out of thin air, accurately outlining the shape of the coastline, and even marking the water depth and the location of the reefs.
Nami’s eyes lit up instantly: Is this… a devil fruit ability?
Drawing fruit. Li Yong nodded, my name is Li Yong, I am an explorer.
Nami. The girl hesitated for a moment, but still walked back and curiously touched the blue line in the air. Will it last?
About 24 hours. Li Yong answered, but can modify and supplement at any time.
Nami suddenly gave a sly smile: Let’s see who draws the more accurate sea chart?
In this way, an impromptu map-making competition was launched on the beach. Nami showed her amazing talent – she could judge the distance and angle by naked eye observation, and the hand-drawn sea chart was so accurate that it was outrageous. Li Yong used the ability of the painting fruit to construct a three-dimensional sea chart directly in the air, and he could add annotations and details at any time.
This isn’t fair! Nami pouted, your ability is cheating!
Li Yong laughed: “Ability is also part of strength. But… he deliberately made some details wrong, and I think I didn’t draw some places accurately.”
Nami immediately pointed out the mistake, then raised her chin proudly: Even people with special abilities can make mistakes!
Eric and Zhang Yun stood aside, the former frowning and the latter watching the competition with great interest.
What is Li Yong doing? Eric asked in a low voice, Aren’t we here to investigate the abnormal ocean currents?
Zhang Yun chuckled: He is building connections. That little girl is not simple, she knows more about this sea area than any other fisherman.
The match ended in a tie. Nami put away her sketchbook with satisfaction: Not bad, Mr. Ability User. What are you doing in Cocoa Village?
I heard there are abnormal ocean currents and islands that move here, Li Yong replied.
Nami’s expression suddenly became serious: You’d better not go near the sea area in the northwest. It’s really strange recently, the ocean currents are unpredictable, some fishermen claimed to have seen a black island, but it disappeared when they went to look for it.
Black island? Li Yong asked.
Nami was about to answer when a female voice came from the village: Nami! It’s time for dinner!
A tall woman with short dark green hair and a tattoo on her right arm walked down the coastal path. Li Yong’s heart skipped a beat. In the original novel, the former navy man who adopted Nami should have been
Bell-Mère! Nami ran happily towards her adoptive mother. These were foreign explorers, Li Yong, Zhang Yun and Eric.
Bellmère’s sharp eyes swept over the three people, and when he saw Eric’s navy-style standing posture, he raised his eyebrows slightly: Navy?
Ex-Marine. Eric corrected, fired for disobeying a bad order.
Bellemeier’s expression softened a little: “Come in and eat, explorers. The village of Cocoyasi welcomes guests.”
The table was filled with orange jam, grilled fish and fresh bread. Nojigo helped serve the dishes, occasionally peeking at the three strangers with curiosity. Li Yong noticed the warmth and completeness of this family – there was no haze in the original book, Nami’s smile was innocent, and Bell-mère was strict but full of love.
So, Bellmère poured everyone a glass of orange juice and asked, “What are you doing in the East China Sea?”
Explore and look for rare things. Li Yong replied that he had heard that there were some unusual phenomena in this sea area recently.
Bellmaire nodded: Indeed. Last week, fishermen reported seeing a strange ship that seemed to be made of black rock, but it disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Chapter 22, Who Are You? (Old Version)
Murloc! Nami suddenly interrupted, someone said they saw a murloc!
Li Yong’s fork stopped in midair. Aaron? Starting so early?
Don’t talk nonsense, Nami. Bell-mère frowned, the murlocs were just legends.
No! Nami refused to accept it, but Uncle Joseph said he saw it with his own eyes—
A quick knock on the door interrupted the conversation. A breathless villager stood outside the door: Bellemeier! Oh no! The Coast Guard spotted a suspicious ship approaching!
Everyone immediately stood up and ran towards the dock. In the sunset, there were indeed a few black spots approaching on the sea level in the distance.
Li Yong narrowed his eyes, his heartbeat quickened – they were three strangely shaped ships, the bows of which looked like sharks with bloody mouths. Arlong Pirates!
System, he asked anxiously in his heart, can today’s painting fruit be used in battle?
[The ability of the advanced painting fruit can create physical ink creatures, but the strength is limited. Current mastery: 72%]Bellmer has organized villagers to prepare for defense. There is no regular navy stationed in Kekeyaxi Village, only a self-defense force composed of several retired veterans and fishermen.
Eric, Zhang Yun, and Li Yong whispered, “We have to help.” That’s the Arlong Pirates, a brutal group of fishmen.
Eric nodded and put his hand on the hilt of the knife: The murlocs have an overwhelming advantage over ordinary villagers.
Zhang Yun frowned: What can the three of us do?
Li Yong looked at the enemy ships getting closer and closer, and suddenly had an idea: the Drawing Fruit… maybe it can be used like this.
He quickly painted on the beach. Wherever his fingers passed, three-dimensional ink lines rose from the sand, gradually forming a miniature bay model, accurately replicating the sea area near the village of Kokoa.
What is this? Nami squatted beside it, her eyes wide open.
Tactical sand table. Li Yong continued to refine the model. Nami, tell me the location of the reefs and strong ocean currents in the nearby waters.
Nami pointed out several key locations without hesitation. Li Yong immediately marked them on the model and turned to Bellmère: “Do you have gunpowder? The more the better.”
Bellmère stared at him for two seconds, then nodded: “There are some explosives for mining in the village. Nochigo, take someone to get them!”
When A-Long’s fleet was less than one kilometer from the coast, Li Yong’s preparations were complete. The model he created with his drawing skills not only accurately displayed the topography of the sea area, but also simulated the changes in ocean currents.
Zhang Yun, you swim to this location with the explosives. Li Yong pointed to a reef in the model and set a timer for detonation. Ten minutes is enough for you to evacuate.
Zhang Yun nodded and quickly changed into a light diving suit, while Eric organized the villagers to set up obstacles and traps along the coastline.
Li Yong, Bellmère asked seriously, you seem to know a lot about these fishmen?
I have heard of their atrocities. Li Yong answered vaguely, his fingers constantly adjusting the model, they are not here with good intentions.
Nami stood beside the model and suddenly pointed to a spot: The ocean current is the strongest here! If we can guide them into this area,
Li Yong’s eyes lit up: Smart! He immediately modified the plan and adjusted the detonation point to the position pointed out by Nami.
Zhang Yun dives into the sea with explosives. Li Yong monitors her progress through the model – the advanced painting fruit can actually reflect the changes in the real sea area in real time, which even surprises himself.
Aaron’s fleet was getting closer and closer, and he could already see the sawtooth shark man standing on the bow – it was Aaron himself. Beside him were the octopus man Xiao Ba, the kissing fish man Kroobi and other cadres.
Ready! Bellmère raised his old-fashioned musket.
At this moment, a dull explosion sounded from under the sea. Then, the ocean current suddenly changed drastically, forming a huge whirlpool. Aaron’s flagship was caught in it and began to spin uncontrollably.
What’s going on? Aaron roared on the boat.
Li Yong stared at the model – Zhang Yun successfully detonated the reef, changed the seabed topography, and thus affected the ocean currents. In addition, the key point pointed out by Nami…
Now! Li Yong shouted.
The villagers set fire to the oil barrels that had been placed in advance, and a wall of fire appeared on the sea. Although it was not a real obstacle, it was enough to cause chaos. A-Long’s second boat accidentally hit a reef that was protruding due to the explosion and began to take on water.
Damn it! Aaron roared, retreat! Retreat for now!
The fishmen hurriedly adjusted the sails. In the chaos, the third ship even collided with the flagship. In the end, the three damaged ships fled away from the coast in a panic.
The Kokoa West Village burst into cheers. Nami jumped up and hugged Li Yong: Awesome! You defeated the fishmen!
Bellmer came over and solemnly extended his hand to Li Yong: Thank you for your help. If there is no early warning…
Li Yong shook her hand: It’s just a temporary repulse. A-Long will not give up easily.
Do you know the name of their leader? Bellmare noted sharply.
Li Yong did not answer directly: You need to strengthen the coastal defense. The strength of the fishmen is ten times that of humans, and they are unmatched in the water.
That night, the village held a celebration banquet. Nami pestered Li Yong to teach her more about the techniques of drawing sea charts, while Zhang Yun was surrounded by villagers and told the details of the blasting operation. Eric and Bellmair exchanged their naval experiences, and they were surprised to find that they had a common acquaintance.
In the dead of night, Li Yong walked to the beach alone. Today’s victory changed an important plot point – Along did not succeed in occupying Cocoa West Village, Nami would not be enslaved, and Bellemeier would not die. But what consequences will such a change bring?
The system prompt sounded suddenly:
[The host changes important historical nodes, triggering a special task: self-repair of the timeline][Warning: Excessive interference with the original timeline may lead to unpredictable chain reactions][Mission content: Investigate the truth about the abnormal ocean currents and the black island][Reward: Unlock the permanent right to use an extracted ability]Li Yong frowned: What is self-repair of the timeline?
[World history has a tendency to self-correct, and major changes may trigger compensatory events]In other words, saving Bellemeier and Kokoaxi Village might lead to other accidents? Li Yong looked at the dark sea and suddenly felt a little uneasy.
Li Yong? Nami’s voice came from behind. The little girl walked to him barefoot, holding a sketchbook. What are you looking at?
The future. Li Yong answered softly.
Nami tilted her head: Can I see the future using the drawing fruit?
In a sense, yes. Li Yong squatted down and drew a few simple lines on the beach with his fingers, forming a rough but recognizable image of Aaron. Do you know what this is?
Nami shook her head.
If we don’t stop those fishmen today, this is the future that Kokoasi Village may face. Li Yong said softly, you, Nokigo, Bellmère… will all suffer.
Nami’s eyes looked particularly bright in the moonlight: But you changed all that, didn’t you?
Yes, but change sometimes brings new problems. Li Yong continued to paint on the sand, this time a vague black island shape, such as this one… It shouldn’t appear in this sea.
Nami looked at the sand painting seriously: “Tomorrow I will take you to the location Uncle Joseph mentioned. He is the most experienced fisherman in the village and will not be wrong.”
Li Yong ruffled her orange hair: “Thank you. But promise me, no matter what happens, don’t take risks alone.”
Nami made a face: “I won’t! Bell-mère will scold me to death.”
After returning to the temporary residence, Li Yong found that Zhang Yun and Eric were still awake.
Well done today. Eric spoke first, a rare move, but I have a question – how do you know so much about murlocs?
Li Yong had already prepared a story: He had heard rumors about them when he was in Rogue Town. A brutal group of fishmen who specialized in occupying coastal villages and collecting protection fees.
Zhang Yun frowned: Then why doesn’t the navy care?
Corruption, or inability to do the job. Eric sneered, most of the naval branches in the East China Sea are in name only.
Tomorrow Nami will take us to check the sighting site of the black island. Li Yong changed the subject and said, “Let’s go to bed early.”
It was late at night, but Li Yong couldn’t fall asleep. The system’s warning about the timeline’s self-repair made him uneasy. If he saved Kekoyasi Village, would other villages suffer? Or would a more terrifying enemy appear?
Outside the window, the sea sparkled under the moonlight, as if hiding countless secrets. At a certain moment, Li Yong seemed to really see a vague black outline on the distant horizon, but it disappeared in the blink of an eye.
Black Island… He muttered to himself, who are you?
Chapter 23, Bird-Bird Fruit (Old Version)
The investigation of the black island ultimately came to nothing. Uncle Joseph insisted that he had seen a breathing black island, but when Li Yong and his team arrived at the coordinates, they found nothing except an abnormally turbulent ocean current.
After a week of rest in Cocoa Village, the True Dragon Pirates decided to set off for Rogue Town, the gateway to the Grand Line.
Are you ready? Li Yong stood on the deck of the Qianlong, looking at the outline of the town gradually emerging in the distance. The towering shadow of the execution platform was clearly visible, as if reminding all the pirates of their possible fate.
Zhang Yun adjusted the sail rope: The chart has been updated, and the record pointer is ready. But… She hesitated, the weather and ocean currents of the Grand Route are completely different from those of the four seas, and my experience may not be enough.
Eric checked the inventory: enough food and water for three weeks. Weapons in good condition.
Li Yong nodded and looked at the system interface:
[Abilities available today: Weather Fruit (Basic), Steel Fruit (Intermediate), Bird-Bird Fruit (Advanced)]Bird-bird fruit, advanced. He made his choice. A light force immediately filled his body, and huge white wings grew behind him. Li Yong tried flapping a few times, and the whole person easily left the ground and hovered above the deck.
Wow! Zhang Yun looked up in amazement. This time it was the ability to fly!
Li Yong dived down, and landed steadily with a beautiful flip when approaching the deck: With this, at least reconnaissance would not be a problem.
Roge Town was more lively than the last time. A large number of tourists gathered around the execution platform, and the vendors’ cries could be heard one after another. The three of them split up: Eric went to replenish the last batch of supplies, Zhang Yun looked for a more accurate Great Route chart, and Li Yong went to buy a record pointer.
As the sun set, the three met at the agreed tavern. Eric looked solemn: The navy had stepped up patrols at the entrance to the Grand Route, and all ships leaving were subject to strict inspections.
We can sneak over there at night, Zhang Yun suggested.
Li Yong shook his head: It’s too dangerous. How about… He showed a sly smile and we passed through openly.
The next morning, a small sailboat flying a naval flag left the port of Rogue Town. On board were three naval officers – Li Yong used the Imitation Fruit to transform into Colonel Bellmer, and Eric and Zhang Yun also wore borrowed naval uniforms.
Will this work? Zhang Yun nervously adjusted her oversized hat.
Just don’t run into anyone who knows Bellmer. Li Yong kept a serious expression and saluted the passing naval patrol boat.
In this way, the Qianlong disguised itself as a naval reconnaissance ship, passed the checkpoint openly, and headed for the canal under the Red Earth Continent.
Look! Zhang Yun suddenly pointed to the distance. That was Upside Down Mountain!
Li Yong held his breath. Even though he had seen it countless times in comics in his previous life, seeing it with his own eyes was still soul-shaking—four huge ocean currents converged from the four seas, flowing upstream along the steep slopes of the red earth continent, and then joined at the top of the mountain and poured into the Great Route. The roaring sound of the water could be clearly heard several kilometers away.
Hold on tight! Li Yong shouted. The Qianlong was caught by the turbulent current and thrown into the sky like a leaf.
The boat groaned under the heavy load. Li Yong tried his best to control the steering wheel, while Zhang Yun adjusted the sail direction according to the changes in the water flow. Eric used ropes to secure items in the house that might move.
It’s going to hit! Eric pointed to a protruding rock ahead.
Li Yong turned the steering wheel with all his strength and activated the ability of the Bird-Bird Fruit at the same time – his wings suddenly expanded several times, like a second sail to help the ship fine-tune the direction. The Qianlong avoided the rock by a millimeter and continued to sprint upward.
When the boat rushed to the top of the mountain, the world seemed to stop for a second. Li Yong saw a breathtaking scene – the boundless blue ocean stretched in all directions, the clouds in the sky moved in a way that defied common sense, and there were even upside-down islands on the sea in the distance.
Then, they began to fall.
Grand Line, here we come! Zhang Yun screamed, not sure whether out of fear or excitement.
The Qianlong rushed down the slope at an astonishing speed and hit the sea surface heavily, stirring up huge waves. When the water mist dissipated, the three people breathed a sigh of relief at the same time – they succeeded.
Li Yong checked the recording pointer and found that it was pointing in a direction that was completely inconsistent with common sense: it seemed that the magnetic force was indeed unusual here.
Zhang Yun unfolded the nautical chart: the first stop should be Whiskey Peak, but… She frowned as she looked at the completely messed up compass, the direction of the needle did not match the markings on the nautical chart.
The islands of the Grand Line move? Eric asked.
No, it’s the magnetic field anomaly. Zhang Yun bit her lip and said, “We need to recalibrate.”
At this moment, Li Yong noticed that the clouds in the sky were gathering at a speed visible to the naked eye. In just a few minutes, the clear sky was covered by dark clouds.
The storm is coming. Li Yong frowned, Zhang Yun, find the nearest shelter!
The nearest island is at least two days’ sail away! Zhang Yun anxiously checked the sea chart.
The wind and waves were getting stronger and stronger, and the Qianlong was tossed around like a toy. Li Yong’s Bird-Bird Fruit ability was useless in such bad weather – the wings were blown to the ground by the strong wind as soon as they spread out.
Lower the sail! Hold the wheel! Eric yelled, struggling with the ropes.
A bolt of lightning struck the side of the ship, igniting part of the deck. Li Yong hurriedly flapped his wings to put out the fire, but then a huge wave hit and almost capsized the ship.
Pump! The cabin is flooded! Zhang Yun screamed from below.
Li Yong tried desperately to think of a countermeasure, but the Bird-Bird Fruit was almost useless in this situation. He looked at the system interface, hoping to refresh tomorrow’s ability in advance – but the prompt showed that he had to wait until midnight.
This nightmare-like storm lasted for a whole day and night. When the wind and waves finally subsided, the Qianlong was completely unrecognizable – the main mast was broken, most of the cabin was flooded, and almost all the food and fresh water were lost. The three people collapsed on the deck exhausted, with only the endless blue ocean around them.
Are we…still alive? Zhang Yun asked hoarsely.
Li Yong checked the record pointer and found that it was still stubbornly pointing in a certain direction: It seemed to be. But the boat could not reach the next island.
Eric counted the remaining supplies: only enough food for two days, less fresh water. Without a sail, we could only drift.
Li Yong looked at the rising sun and suddenly realized that it was already past midnight. He immediately checked the system:
[Abilities available today: Taste Fruit (Basic), Transparent Fruit (Basic), Weight Fruit (Basic)]His heart sank – the three abilities were of little help in the current predicament. The Taste Fruit could change the taste of food, the Transparency Fruit could make him invisible, and the Weight Fruit could slightly adjust the weight of objects… None of them could solve the problem of lack of water and food and damaged ships.
Chapter 24, Useless Abilities (Old Version)
System, can it be extracted again? Li Yong asked desperately in his heart.
[The chance to draw a lottery is limited to once a day]Li Yong chose the weight fruit, at least to try to reduce the burden on the hull. But he knew that this was far from enough.
The next two days were a slow torture. Under the scorching sun, the three of them rationed the little fresh water left. The abilities that Li Yong extracted every day were still useless – on the second day, it was the Hair Fruit (which could freely control hair growth), and on the third day, it was the Toy Fruit (which could turn living things into toys, but the duration was extremely short).
Your ability…seems a little unstable? Zhang Yun asked weakly on the morning of the fourth day. Her lips were already chapped and her eyes, which used to be lively, had lost their luster.
Li Yong nodded painfully: You will get three abilities randomly every day, and choose one from them… I have been unlucky recently.
Eric suddenly pointed to the distance: land!
The three of them barely pulled themselves together and paddled towards the vague outline – using the broken deck as oars. When the details of the island gradually became clear, they found that it was just a small uninhabited desert island, but at this moment it was as beautiful as heaven.
The Qianlong barely made it to the shore, and then it completely disintegrated. The three people climbed ashore in a panic and fell under the shade of the trees, without even the strength to speak.
When Li Yong woke up again, it was already dusk. Eric had built a small fire and was roasting some small fish. Zhang Yun was nowhere to be seen.
She went to explore the island. Eric noticed Li Yong’s sight. The island was small, but there were some coconuts and berries. There was also a freshwater spring.
Li Yong sat up, feeling a surge of guilt: I’m sorry. If it weren’t for my ability
It’s not your fault. Eric interrupted him, the dangers of the Grand Line are well known. We were not prepared.
Zhang Yun came back soon, holding a few coconuts and colorful fruits in her arms: Look what I found! Also, there is a cave at the other end of the island that can be used as a temporary residence.
That night, the three of them sat around the fire, sharing a simple but precious dinner. Li Yong finally plucked up the courage: There is something I must confess… My abilities are completely random and sometimes useless for days on end. We may fall into this dilemma frequently.
To his surprise, Zhang Yun smiled: “So you are not an invincible Superman.” This actually made me feel relieved.
What’s the meaning?
If you can always conjure up the ability you need, what’s the point of our adventure? Zhang Yun took a bite of the grilled fish. Real sailing is like this – unknown, dangerous, and sometimes relying on luck.
Eric nodded: The first lesson of naval training: there are no perfect plans, only soldiers who improvise.
Li Yong felt a warm feeling in his chest. He thought that being honest would weaken the team’s confidence, but unexpectedly it brought them closer together.
My father often said, Zhang Yun looked at the starry sky, the best navigators in the East China Sea are not those who can always predict storms, but those who can still find their direction in the storm.
In this way, the three spent seven days on the deserted island. Eric showed his amazing wilderness survival skills, while Zhang Yun came up with various ways to collect fresh water and identify edible plants. Li Yong tried to help every day with seemingly useless abilities – using the hair fruit to make fishing lines and using the toy fruit to make small scouts (turning insects into toy forms and sending them out to explore the way).
On the morning of the eighth day, Li Yong checked the system:
[Abilities available today: Taste Fruit (Intermediate), Telescopic Fruit (Elementary), Explosion Fruit (Elementary)]Still no direct help. Disappointed, he chose the telescopic fruit, which at least allowed him to stretch his arms to pick coconuts from high places.
At noon, Zhang Yun hurried back to the camp: There is a boat! There is a boat passing by in the distance!
The three of them immediately rushed to the beach. Indeed, there was a black dot on the distant horizon, but it was too far away, and no matter how far they shouted or raised smoke, it would be of no use.
If only a signal could be sent… Eric frowned.
Li Yong suddenly had an idea: Wait… telescopic fruit… weight fruit… taste fruit… He quickly thought about the possible combinations of these seemingly unrelated abilities.
Zhang Yun, give me the biggest coconut! Li Yong said eagerly.
After getting the coconut, Li Yong first used the ability of the telescopic fruit to extend his arms to the limit, then activated the weight fruit to reduce the weight of the coconut, and finally used the taste fruit to change the chemical composition of the liquid inside the coconut – he had read in a book that mixing certain chemicals would produce violent reactions.
Everyone, stand back! Li Yong threw the modified coconut into the air with all his strength. The coconut flew much higher and farther than normal, and then at the highest point –
boom!
With a loud bang, the coconut exploded in the air, forming a noticeable cloud of white smoke.
So smart! Zhang Yun jumped up and hugged Li Yong.
Eric stared at the ships in the distance: They turned! They saw us!
Two hours later, a medium-sized merchant ship rescued the three people. The captain was a kind old man who agreed to take them to the next island after listening to their story.
Standing at the stern, looking at the deserted island gradually going away, Li Yong fell into deep thought. This crisis made him understand two things: first, the system is not omnipotent, and over-reliance on ability is dangerous; second, a true team does not depend on individual ability, but on mutual trust in difficult situations.
The next island is Whiskey Peak. Zhang Yun walked over with the nautical chart lent to her by the captain. It is a small town famous for its winemaking.
Li Yong nodded: We need new ships and supplies. He looked at the system interface and noticed a subtle change – after a few days of creative use of useless abilities, his mastery of these abilities has increased to more than 50%, and the system unlocked a new prompt:
[You can apply for permanent retention when your ability mastery reaches 80%, but you need to pay 10,000 Baileys per attempt]This discovery gave Li Yong hope. Maybe it wasn’t that the abilities themselves were useless, but that he hadn’t yet fully tapped their potential?
The merchant ship slowly sailed towards Whiskey Mountain. Li Yong didn’t know what was waiting for them ahead, but he was sure of one thing – the test of the Grand Route had just begun, and he had to learn how to lead the team forward even when the system was not perfect.
Chapter 25: You are braver than you think (old version)
The hospitality of Whiskey Peak almost wiped out the True Dragon Pirates. Fortunately, Li Yong saw through the disguise of Baroque Studio at the last moment and used the hypnotic fruit ability of the day to counter the attack of the killers. After escaping from the town full of tombstones, the three used the stolen money to buy a second-hand ship on Little Garden Island – a little bigger than the Submarine Dragon, and they named it the Leap Dragon.
The next destination pointed to by the record pointer was Alabasta. During the voyage, Li Yong was more cautious when checking the system capabilities every day – the lesson of Whiskey Peak made him understand that he could not rely entirely on random capabilities.
Alabasta… Li Yong stood on the deck, looking at the outline of the desert kingdom gradually emerging in the distance, civil war, dancing powder, Crocodile
You seem to know this country well? Zhang Yun asked as she adjusted the sail rope.
Li Yong responded vaguely: I have heard some rumors. The desert kingdom has a shortage of water resources and there have been rebel activities recently.
Eric wiped his long sword: “I checked the information. This country is a member of the World Government. The king, Nefertari Cobra, is known for his wisdom. The sudden appearance of a rebel army is very unusual.”
So we go investigate? Zhang Yun raised her eyebrows.
No, Li Yong shook his head, let’s go find the historical text.
What history?
Li Yong did not explain in detail. He knew that there was a historical text tablet hidden in the royal mausoleum of Alabasta, and this tablet might have some connection with his system. Since approaching this country, strange text fragments have flashed on the system interface from time to time, which are very similar to the ancient text he has seen in comics.
Rainland, the casino city of Alabasta, Crocodile’s base camp. The three of them walked on the bustling streets, the scorching sun filtered into mottled light and shadow by the colorful awnings.
“We will split up,” Li Yong whispered. “Eric will go to the tavern to collect intelligence, Zhang Yun will investigate the city’s waterway system, and I will go to the casino to check it out. We will meet at the Camel Post in the south of the city in two hours.”
Zhang Yun frowned: It’s too dangerous for you to go to the casino alone.
Li Yong smiled: Today’s ability is very suitable for this occasion. He showed his fingers, and the fingertips were shining with metallic luster – today’s options include the ability of the Metal Fruit, which can temporarily metalize any part of the body.
Crocodile’s casino Rain Banquet is magnificent, with a huge crocodile fountain at the entrance. Li Yong cheated with the ability of the Metal Fruit and won a lot of money at the blackjack table, while secretly observing the layout of the casino. According to the original work, the headquarters of the Baroque Studio should be hidden underground.
You are so lucky, sir. A lazy female voice came from behind.
Li Yong turned around and his breath was held – Nico Robin! She was even more beautiful than in the comics, with deep eyes that seemed to be able to see through all secrets.
It’s just that I’m lucky today. Li Yong pretended to be relaxed and quietly launched a system scan: [Today’s remaining abilities: Metal Fruit (Intermediate), Silence Fruit (Elementary)]Robin sat down gracefully next to him: Do you mind if I join you?
In the next half hour, Li Yong lost most of his chips. Robin’s card skills were superb, and what was even more terrifying was her eyes that saw through everything. When Li Yong was about to leave, Robin whispered: Are you interested in ancient civilization, Mr. Li?
Li Yong’s blood froze instantly – how did she know his name?
Don’t be nervous, Robin smiled, Baroque Studio has its own intelligence network. I’m more curious about… She leaned forward and said in a low voice, how much ancient text can your system decipher?
Li Yong almost jumped up from his chair. The system was his biggest secret, and he had never told anyone!
I don’t understand what you are talking about. He tried to remain calm.
Robin took out a small piece of paper from his pocket, with a few symbols drawn on it – exactly the same as the text flashed by the system. I found some interesting things during my investigation in Whiskey Peak. If you can really read this… See you at the ruins east of the city at sunset tomorrow.
After saying that, she stood up and left, leaving Li Yong alone in a state of disquiet.
When they gathered, Eric brought back important intelligence: the rebels were preparing to attack Juba, and the king’s army was also mobilizing. Strangely, both sides claimed that the other had stolen dancing powder, a contraband that could force rain.
Someone is trying to sow discord. Zhang Yun judged that I investigated the city’s water supply system and found that most of the water pipelines had been damaged by humans.
Li Yong shared his experience with Robin, but omitted the system part: She might know the inside story. I will meet her tomorrow, and you continue to investigate the source of the conflict between the rebels and the king’s army.
That night, Li Yong tossed and turned in bed. The system interface flickered faintly in the darkness:
[Ancient text input detected, partially matches the system database][Warning: Excessive exposure may lead to information overload]System, what is your relationship with the historical text? Li Yong asked in his heart.
No response.
The next evening, Li Yong came to the ruins in the east of the city alone. This place was once part of ancient Alabasta, and now only weathered stone pillars and incomplete murals remain.
Robin stepped out from behind a stone pillar: You’ve come. Braver than I thought.
Chapter 26, We Need a Plan (Old Version)
Just tell me, what do you want? Li Yong asked cautiously.
Cooperation. Robin stroked the carvings on the stone pillar. I know you are collecting some…special abilities. I am also looking for the historical truth scattered around the world. We have a common goal.
Li Yong frowned: What goal?
Uncover the secrets of the blank 100 years and find the whereabouts of the ancient weapon. Robin’s eyes are flashing with enthusiasm, your system may be the key.
How do you know about the system? Li Yong finally couldn’t help asking.
Robin smiled: “I guessed. Your ability changes every day, but there is a certain pattern. I have read similar records in O’Hara’s documents – the ability distribution system created by ancient civilizations.”
Li Yong’s heartbeat quickened. This explained a lot of things – why his system could provide devil fruit abilities, why it resonated with the historical text
Crocodile is also looking for the historical text, Robin continued, but he only wants the ancient weapons. We can help each other.
What help?
I will take you to see the historical text in the King’s Tomb, and you will help me interpret it. Robin suggested, and then we will each take what we need.
Li Yong pondered for a moment: I need to think about it.
Don’t think too long, Robin turned and left, the civil war could break out at any time. Meet at the east entrance of the royal tomb in three days.
Back at the temporary residence, Li Yong discussed with his partners. Eric strongly opposed cooperation with Robin: she was the vice president of Baroque Studio and the notorious son of the devil!
Zhang Yun disagreed: “But she may have key intelligence. If someone is really trying to instigate a civil war, we must stop it.”
Our goal is the main text of history, Li Yong decided. No matter what Robin’s plan is, we have to see the stone tablet first.
The next day, the three set off for Albana, the capital of Alabasta. The desert trip was extremely difficult, and the sand dunes under the scorching sun seemed endless. Li Yong’s abilities varied from day to day – on the second day, he had the Sand-Sand Fruit (which made him ecstatic), but on the third day, he had low-level abilities such as the Bubble Fruit and the Toy Fruit.
At least we have the shasha fruit today, Li Yong said by the campfire in the camp, if we meet Crocodile, we will be able to fight.
Eric shook his head: The Seven Warlords of the Sea are not in vain. Even if they have the same abilities, the experience gap cannot be made up.
But we can’t just sit back and watch a civil war break out, Zhang Yun insisted.
In the early morning of the fourth day, they finally saw the outline of the royal mausoleum. As agreed, Li Yong went to the east entrance alone, while Eric and Zhang Yun supported him from the outside.
Robin arrived as promised, with a deep tomb passage behind him: Are you ready? The main text of history is below.
The tomb passage was cold and damp, in stark contrast to the desert outside. The torches on the wall lit up automatically, illuminating the stairs leading down. Li Yong remained alert, ready to activate his abilities at any time – today he used the Door-Door Fruit and the Steel Fruit, which were not the best but not bad either.
At the deepest part was a circular tomb chamber, with a huge cubic stone tablet in the center, engraved with ancient characters. As soon as Li Yong saw it, the system interface flashed wildly:
[Main historical text stele detected]【Start data synchronization…】
【Warning: Energy overload! 】
Li Yong had a splitting headache as countless unfamiliar images flooded into his mind—a huge war, flying ships, some kind of technological equipment… and a flood, a flood that submerged the entire world.
Can you read it? Robin asked expectantly.
Li Yong barely concentrated: Part of it…it mentioned the ancient weapon Pluto…the location is…
At this moment, the tomb suddenly shook and sand fell from the ceiling.
Here he comes, Robin said calmly.
The wall collapsed, and a tall man in a fur coat stepped out on the sand—Crocodile! The cigar in his mouth looked like a bloodshot eye in the dim tomb.
Robin, you brought guests? Crocodile’s voice was low and dangerous.
He is the key to deciphering the stone tablet. Robin took a step back.
Crocodile looked at Li Yong: Oh? Is that the recently famous pirate?
Li Yong immediately activated the ability of the Iron Fruit, and his entire body turned into metal. At the same time, the system prompted:
[Emergency! Temporary unlock of ability fusion: two abilities can be used at the same time, lasting for 5 minutes]Robin, tell him what is written on the stone tablet. Crocodile ordered.
Li Yong answered first: It says you are a loser and will never find Pluto.
Crocodile’s eyes became dangerous: he was looking for death. He raised his right hand, and the sand began to swirl and form a sandstorm.
Li Yong activated the Gate-Gate Fruit and the Steel Fruit at the same time, creating a metal door in front of him, blocking the first wave of sandstorm attacks. He quickly opened another door and tried to escape, but Crocodile had already seen through it – the ground suddenly turned into quicksand, and Li Yong’s legs were trapped in it.
A little trick. Crocodile sneered, let me show you the true power of the Sand-Sand Fruit!
He turned into a sandstorm and rushed over. Li Yong quickly turned his whole body into metal to resist the attack. The two forces collided, and the friction between metal and sand made a harsh sound.
Desert Sword! Crocodile’s arm extended into a giant sand blade and slashed down.
Li Yong dodged hastily, but was still scratched on the shoulder. He gritted his teeth and fought back, smashing his metal fist at Crocodile, but the elemental opponent easily dodged it.
Too naive. Crocodile sneered, same ability, but worlds apart.
Li Yong knew he was right – even if they had the same abilities, the Shichibukai had far more experience and skills than him. To make matters worse, the time for the fusion of abilities was approaching.
Robin! Li Yong shouted, do you really want to help him destroy this country?
Robin stood beside the stone tablet with a complicated expression. Just as Crocodile was about to launch a fatal attack, she suddenly attacked: Six-wheeled Flower Blooming Twist!
Crocodile suddenly had six arms growing out of his shoulders, twisting them at unnatural angles. The Shichibukai let out a painful roar, temporarily breaking the sandstorm.
Go! Robin shouted to Li Yong.
Li Yong did not hesitate and immediately used the power of the Door-Door Fruit to open a passage and escape. He met up with Eric and Zhang Yun outside Albana, and the three of them fled the capital in a panic.
Failed… Li Yong lay on the deck of the Yuelong, the wound on his shoulder had been bandaged, but the blow to his heart was deeper. He had the same ability as Crocodile, but he failed miserably.
Eric rarely blamed anyone: his opponent was the Seven Warlords of the Sea, and being able to come back alive was a victory.
Zhang Yun checked the record pointer: The next island is… the small garden? We just came from there.
No, Li Yong struggled to sit up, we have to go back to the rainy land.
What? They both said in unison.
Robin helped me in the end, Li Yong explained, she might have changed her mind. And… He looked at the system interface, which had a new prompt:
[Historical text synchronization completed 23%][Unlock new function: Ability Fusion (Basic)][You can use two abilities at the same time for a short period of time, limited to once a day]Although he was defeated by Crocodile, this adventure was not entirely in vain. Li Yong is now convinced that the system has a direct connection with ancient civilization. And Robin may be the key to solving this mystery.
We need a plan, Li Yong looked in the direction of Alabasta in the distance, a plan that can defeat the Seven Warlords of the Sea.
The Yuelong turned around and headed for the rainy land again. A storm was brewing in the desert, and a bigger conflict was about to come.
Chapter 27, Providing Weaknesses (Old Version)
The Yuelong stopped at a small oasis on the edge of the desert. Three days had passed since the defeat to Crocodile. The wound on Li Yong’s shoulder had scabbed over, but the psychological frustration had not diminished at all.
We shouldn’t have come back. Li Yong sat at the bow, staring at the yellow sand of Alabasta in the distance. Crocodile is too strong. Even if we have the same ability, I am no match for him.
Zhang Yun adjusted the sail rope without responding. Eric wiped his long knife, and the blade reflected a dazzling light under the scorching sun.
Silence was more painful than any reproach. Li Yong knew that this failure was entirely due to his misjudgment – he overestimated his own ability and underestimated the strength of the Seven Warlords. What’s worse, he almost killed the entire team.
System, Li Yong said silently in his mind, displaying the current status.
[Host: Li Yong][Abilities available today: Mirror-Mirror Fruit (elementary), Explosion-Explosion Fruit (intermediate), Healing Fruit (elementary)][Special status: Historical text synchronization 23%][New unlock: Ability Fusion (Primary) – once a day only]Ability fusion – this is a new function unlocked by the system after losing to Crocodile. In theory, two abilities can be used at the same time to create a stronger combination effect. But Li Yong has not had the opportunity to try it yet.
I chose the healing fruit. Li Yong said, a warm energy flowing through his body. He touched the wound on his shoulder, and the pain was immediately relieved.
Be frugal, Zhang Yun finally spoke, we don’t know what we will face next.
Eric sheathed his sword: We need information. Crocodile’s weakness, the movements of the rebels and the king’s army, and Robin’s true position.
How to get it? Li Yong smiled bitterly, we can’t even get into the rain, and the eyes of the Baroque Studio are everywhere.
Zhang Yun unfolded the sea map: There was a small town thirty miles east of the oasis, not on the main trade route, and might not have been infiltrated by the Baroque Studio yet.
The town was more dilapidated than I had imagined. The dry hot wind blew up the dust, and there were few pedestrians on the street, most of them were pale and thin. There was a long queue next to the well, and each person was limited to a small pot of water.
Is the drought so severe? Zhang Yun asked in a low voice.
An old woman heard this and shook her head and sighed: “It hasn’t rained for three years. The king gave all the water to the capital, and we in the outlying towns can only fend for ourselves.”
Li Yong frowned. This was consistent with the original storyline – Crocodile used dancing powder to frame the king, causing drought and causing public resentment. But seeing this scene in person was far more shocking than reading the comics.
Was the king like this before? Eric asked.
The old woman lowered her voice: King Cobra used to care about the people the most… until he stole the dancing powder
At this moment, there was a commotion at the other end of the street. Several men with knives were pushing a group of children towards them. The children’s wrists were tied. The oldest was no more than ten years old, and the youngest looked only five or six years old.
What’s going on? Li Yong stopped a bystander.
Slave traders, the man whispered, the drought has caused many people to sell their children. These are to be shipped to the Rainland Casino.
Li Yong’s blood boiled instantly. He looked at his companions. Zhang Yun’s eyes were burning with anger, and Eric’s hand was already on the hilt of the knife.
Not now, Li Yong warned in a low voice, follow them and wait until they are outside the town before taking action.
The three of them followed the group out of town. There were five slave traders in total, all armed, and the children were whipped if they walked too slowly. The youngest girl fell, and a scarred man raised his whip –
Stop! Eric rushed out like lightning, his long sword unsheathed, and the whip broke with a sound.
The slave traders immediately drew their knives and surrounded us: You are looking for death! Do you know who we belong to? Baroque Studio——
Li Yong has already activated the fusion of his abilities – the Mirror-Mirror Fruit and the Explosion-Explosion Fruit. He pressed his hands on the ground, and the sand instantly turned into countless small mirrors, flying towards the enemy. When the mirrors touched their bodies –
burst!
A series of small explosions blew the slaver all over the place. Eric took the opportunity to rush forward and hit the enemy’s wrist and knee with the back of his knife, making the enemy lose combat effectiveness without being fatal.
The fight was over in thirty seconds. Zhang Yun quickly untied the children, and the youngest girl sobbed into her arms.
You…you are in big trouble! The scarred man lay on the ground groaning, Mr. 5 will not let you go!
Li Yong stepped on his back and said: Give a message to your master, tell him that the True Dragon Pirates specifically target the running dogs of Baroque Studio.
It might be a mistake to let the slave traders go, but killing people who can’t resist is against their principles. More importantly, Li Yong wants Crocodile to know that they are back.
The children came from several nearby villages, their parents either starved to death due to drought or were forced to sell their children for water. Li Yong and his two friends decided to escort them home.
The first village was in ruins, with several earthen houses crumbling. When the villagers saw the rescued children, they burst into heart-wrenching cries and cheers. An old village chief knelt down and kissed Li Yong’s hand: May the gods bless you!
It doesn’t have to be like this, Li Yong helped the old man up, but we do need help. Do you know where there are people who are resisting the Baroque Studio?
The old village chief looked around and lowered his voice: There is an oasis deep in the desert, where the Sand Group hides, who specializes in helping people persecuted by the Baroque Studio.
In this way, with the guidance of the villagers rescued along the way, the three found the legendary base of the resistance organization – an oasis hidden in a rocky canyon. When the guard brought them to the leader, Li Yong was surprised to find that it was an acquaintance – Peru, the adjutant of the Alabasta Kingdom Guard.
Are you the True Dragon Pirates that have been making a lot of noise recently? Peru looked at the three of them and heard that you failed in your challenge to Crocodile.
How do you know? Zhang Yun asked cautiously.
There are no secrets in the desert, and Perou poured three cups of precious tea, especially about the crocodile man. Why did you come back?
Li Yong looked him straight in the eye: In order to correct the mistake, Crocodile must be stopped.
Peru was silent for a moment, and suddenly took out a wanted poster – it was Robin’s. This woman contacted us yesterday and said she could provide Crocodile’s weakness. We were skeptical, but now it seems…
What did she say? Li Yong asked anxiously.
Water. Peru unfolded a map. Crocodile was the user of the Sand-Sand Fruit, and liquids could prevent him from transforming into an element. Robin said he had a secret reservoir under the royal mausoleum to prevent accidents.
Li Yong recalled the original plot – Luffy defeated Crocodile with water and blood. But why did Robin help them?
She gave this back. Perroux took out a permanent pointer and pointed to a place called Rain Feast.
That was Crocodile’s casino headquarters. Eric frowned.
Chapter 28, The Truth of Intelligence (Old Version)
No, Peru shook his head, the pointer was pointing to the bottom of the Rain Banquet – the real headquarters of Baroque Studio.
Li Yong took the pointer, and the system suddenly issued a prompt:
[Historical text related items detected][Synchronization progress increased to 27%]What exactly is Robin planning? Why is she betraying Crocodile? And more importantly – can she be trusted?
That night, the three of them rested in the oasis camp. Li Yong tried to practice the fusion of abilities, combining the Mirror-Mirror Fruit with the Healing Fruit to create a healing mirror that could reflect and amplify the healing effect, successfully alleviating the pain of several injured rebels.
This ability… is so useful. A veteran who was cured burst into tears. Are you really sent by the gods?
Li Yong shook his head: I just felt sorry for the injustice I saw.
Late at night, Zhang Yun found Li Yong sitting alone on a sand dune: Are you still thinking about failure?
I’m wondering about Robin’s motives. Lee Young looks up at the stars, why is she helping us?
Maybe like you, Zhang Yun sat next to him, wanting to correct a mistake.
Li Yong turned to look at her: What do you mean?
“I have inquired about it,” Zhang Yun said softly. “Robin is the only survivor of O’Hara. She has been hunted by the whole world since she was eight years old… She may know the feeling of being oppressed better than anyone else.”
Li Yong has never thought about it from this perspective. In the original work, Robin did gradually change after the Alabasta incident and eventually became an important member of the Straw Hat Pirates. Maybe her transformation began earlier than expected?
Tomorrow we will sneak into the rainy land, and Li Yong will make a decision to find Robin and find out the truth.
Don’t make a plan first? Zhang Yun raised an eyebrow.
The plan is… Li Yong smiled and improvised.
Eric appeared at the bottom of the dune out of nowhere: stupid. But at least this time we have some intelligence and are no longer blindly sending ourselves to our deaths.
The three of them smiled at each other. The shadow of failure seemed to be fading, replaced by new determination.
The next morning, Peru provided camouflage robes and a map of the route to the rainy land. Before leaving, he gave Li Yong a small water bag: a special water bomb that would explode into water mist after hitting. It was very useful against sand crocodiles.
The children of the oasis came running to see him off, and the youngest girl handed Li Yong a crude amulet: It will protect you from defeating the bad crocodile!
Li Yong carefully put away the amulet. This was not just a battle, but also carried the hopes of countless oppressed people.
On the way to the rainy land, Li Yong checked the system:
[Abilities available today: Sand-Sand Fruit (Advanced), Door-Door Fruit (Intermediate), Mimicry Fruit (Elementary)]Sand-Sand Fruit, Advanced. Li Yong made his choice. The familiar feeling of controlling the sand grains flowed through his body again. This time, he had more experience and the new functions of the system.
Today’s capabilities? Eric asked.
Li Yong nodded: “Same as Crocodile. But I will use it better this time.”
Don’t be too confident, Zhang Yun warned, the Seven Warlords of the Sea are not so easy to deal with.
I know, Li Yong holds the water bag tightly, but with this, plus the fusion of abilities… we have a chance of winning.
The outline of the rainy land gradually appeared on the horizon. The prosperous casino city, glamorous on the surface, but the real black hand of the Alabasta civil war was hidden underground.
On the busy streets of Rainland, Li Yong and the other two were wrapped in robes, walking quickly with their heads down. The permanent pointer pointed steadily to the Rain Feast Casino in the center of the city, Crocodile’s base camp.
It’s too dangerous to go in directly, Eric whispered, Baroque Studios has spies everywhere.
Li Yong nodded, his eyes swept across a fruit stand on the corner of the street – the stall owner was secretly observing them. We are being watched. We will act separately and meet in the back alley of the casino as planned.
Zhang Yun naturally turned into a fabric store, and Eric disappeared in the crowd. Li Yong went straight to the main entrance of the casino. Today’s ability gave him enough confidence – the advanced version of the Shasha Fruit plus the intermediate version of the Menmen Fruit.
The Yuyan Casino was magnificent, with the crocodile fountain at the entrance making a gurgling sound. As soon as Li Yong stepped into the lobby, two bodyguards in black stopped him and asked, “Please show me your membership certificate.”
Li Yong was about to respond when a commotion came from the door. A clear voice shouted: I am the man who will become the Pirate King! How could I lose to a place like this!
Remember, Li Yong whispered, the first goal is to find Robin and confirm the authenticity of the information. Don’t challenge Crocodile rashly.
Eric and Zhang Yun nodded. The three of them pulled their robes’ hoods tighter and blended into the caravan entering the city.
This time, they will not repeat the same mistakes.
Chapter 29, That Man Appears (Old Version)
Li Yong was shocked and turned around slowly. Standing at the entrance of the casino was a boy wearing a straw hat and a red vest – Monkey D. Luffy! Behind him were the green-haired swordsman Zoro, the long-nosed Usopp, and the black-haired beauty Nami.
The Straw Hat Pirates. Li Yong’s breathing almost stopped. Although he knew that he would meet them in the Grand Line, seeing these comic characters standing in front of him still made him feel dizzy.
It’s you again! The casino manager screamed, call Mr. 5!
Luffy punched the bodyguard who rushed over and said, “I don’t care about Mr. 5! Hand over Crocodile!”
Chaos broke out instantly. Zoro drew his three swords, Usopp fired his slingshot, and Nami took the opportunity to sneak towards the chip exchange. Li Yong couldn’t help but laugh – this was too classic, the typical style of the Straw Hat Pirates.
Hey, you! Luffy suddenly pointed at Li Yong, are you here to beat Crocodile too?
Li Yong was stunned for a moment, then nodded: That’s right. He provoked the civil war in Alabasta.
Then let’s go together! Luffy grinned, showing his signature bright smile.
There was no doubt or probing, just a simple and direct invitation. Li Yong suddenly understood why so many people in the comics trusted Luffy so easily – his sincerity was contagious.
I am very happy to do so. Li Yong lifted his hood, but he had to solve the problem at hand first.
Mr.5 and his partner Miss Valentine came from the sky. The explosive man and the light and heavy woman – Li Yong immediately recognized this pair of Baroque Studio.
Another group of ignorant newcomers, Mr. 5 is picking his nose, let me send you to hell with an explosion——
Li Yong launched the attack before he could finish. The Sand-Sand Fruit ability created a small sandstorm that obscured his vision, and at the same time he used the Door-Door Fruit ability to create a hole under Mr. 5’s feet. The Explosive Man fell into the hole unexpectedly, and Li Yong immediately closed the door, then opened it again – this time the hole was opened 20 meters in the air.
Goodbye. Li Yong waved and Mr. 5 fell screaming.
Miss Valentine exclaimed and flew over to save her partner. Zoro whistled: “Nice trick.”
There was no time to waste. Nami suddenly ran back with a pile of documents and Bailey in her arms. Crocodile was not here! He went to Albana! The King’s Army and the Rebel Army were about to go to war!
Luffy immediately turned around and ran out: Let’s go to Albana!
Wait! Li Yong called him, do you know how to get there?
Luffy stopped and scratched his head: Uh… I don’t know?
Li Yong held his forehead and said: We have a guide. Zhang Yun!
The navigator girl ran out of the fabric store with the newly bought map in her hand: the fastest route was through the desert, but it required camels and supplies.
Let’s do it! Luffy has no objection, let’s go! Defeat Crocodile!
In this way, the two pirate groups formed a temporary alliance. Li Yong found Eric at the market, and the group bought camels and water, forming a slightly strange team – three members of the True Dragon Pirates, four members of the Straw Hat Pirates, and a fast-running duck (Luffy insisted on bringing this strange creature he met on the road).
The desert march was extremely difficult. Under the scorching sun, the sand reflected a dazzling light. Luffy and Usopp soon wilted due to dehydration, while Zoro stubbornly refused to drink water to train his endurance, and ended up fainting from heatstroke. Only Nami and Zhang Yun remained awake, and the two exchanged sailing experiences.
Why do you fight against Crocodile? Li Yong asked Nami.
Nami’s expression was gloomy: He killed our friends. A princess named Weiwei…she tried desperately to stop the civil war.
Li Yong’s heart was shocked. Has the plot developed to this point? In the original novel, Princess Weiwei should still be alive. Could it be that because of his intervention, the timeline has changed?
Weiwei…died? Li Yong asked carefully.
Nami shook her head with tears in her eyes: No, but almost. She was seriously injured by Crocodile and is now in a coma. The doctor said she might never…
Li Yong breathed a sigh of relief, but then he became angry again. Crocodile had committed one more crime.
As night fell, the two teams rested around the campfire. Li Yong checked the system:
[Abilities available today: Explosion-Explosion Fruit (Advanced), Door-Door Fruit (Advanced), Mimicry Fruit (Intermediate)]“Menmen Fruit, advanced.” Li Yong chose. There will be a fierce battle tomorrow, and the spatial ability may come in handy.
Luffy came over and looked at Li Yong curiously as he opened and closed the small door out of thin air: Wow! This ability is so convenient! Can it turn into meat?
No. Li Yong laughed.
Oh. Luffy shrank back in disappointment, and then he perked up again, “It’s okay! After I defeat Crocodile, I’m going to eat 100 kilograms of barbecue!”
Li Yong couldn’t help asking: “Why are you so sure you can defeat him? He is one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.”
Because I want to be the Pirate King! Luffy said as a matter of course, how can I fall here!
Chapter 30, Weakness (Old Version)
Such a simple and firm logic. Li Yong suddenly envied Luffy’s purity – he never doubted himself, never struggled with choices. He had a clear goal and moved forward courageously.
What about you? Luffy asked, why do you fight Crocodile?
Li Yong looked at the starry sky: Because…if you see injustice and stand aside, what kind of pirate are you?
Luffy laughed and patted Li Yong on the back: Well said! I like you!
At dusk the next day, they finally saw the outline of Albania. The sky above the city was filled with smoke and dust, and the sound of artillery fire could be heard in the distance – the civil war had broken out.
Split up! Luffy jumps off the camel, I’ll go find Crocodile! Zoro, Usopp, Nami, you go stop the bombardment!
Li Yong nodded: Eric, Zhang Yun, let’s go with Luffy. Crocodile cannot be dealt with by one person.
The two teams parted ways. Luffy, Li Yong and the other two rushed towards the palace. The streets were full of the king’s army and the rebel army fighting. Li Yong used the power of the Sand-Sand Fruit to create a sand wall to separate the two warring parties, and shouted: Stop! You have all been deceived! The real enemy is Crocodile!
No one listened to him. Hatred had blinded these people’s reason.
In the center of the Royal Palace Square, Crocodile was leisurely smoking a cigar, with the senior agents of Baroque Studio beside him. Seeing Luffy and Li Yong, he showed a cruel smile: Bugs who are looking for death again.
Crocodile! Luffy roared, I’m going to beat you up!
Just you? Crocodile waved his hand, and a sandstorm arose. You were lucky not to have died last time.
Li Yong quickly assessed the situation: the other side included Crocodile, Mr. 1, Miss Two Fingers, Mr. 3 and others. There were only four of them, but they had the advantage of being able to merge.
Eric, Zhang Yun, deal with those agents. Li Yong whispered, Luffy and I will deal with the sand crocodile.
The battle broke out instantly. Eric faced Mr. 1, while Zhang Yun used various navigation tools to fight Miss’s fingers. Li Yong and Luffy played poker Rockdale.
Desert Sword! Crocodile’s arm transformed into a giant sand blade and chopped down.
Li Yong activated the fusion of the Door-Door Fruit and the Sand-Sand Fruit. He opened a door in front of him, and the Sand Blade passed through the door and appeared from behind Crocodile, counterattacking his master. The Shichibukai were forced to elementalize to avoid his attack.
How clever! Crocodile sneered, and turned into a sandstorm and swept over.
Luffy stretched out his arms and grabbed a distant pillar, launching himself towards Crocodile: Rubber-rubber–Bazooka!
The fist passed through the sandstorm without causing any real damage. Crocodile reorganized his body and pressed his right hand on Luffy’s chest: Cracked!
Luffy’s skin instantly lost moisture, dried up and cracked. He fell to the ground in pain, but immediately struggled to get up: It’s not over yet!
Li Yong took the opportunity to attack from the side, using the Sand-Sand Fruit to its fullest potential – sand grains shot towards Crocodile like bullets. The Shichibukai dodged easily, but unexpectedly Li Yong suddenly changed his tactics – the sand grains turned into countless small doors in the air, surrounding him from all angles.
Explosion-Explosion Fruit! Li Yong detonated a small explosive that he had hidden in the sand.
A series of explosions temporarily forced Crocodile back. Li Yong helped Luffy up: Use water! His weakness is water!
Luffy untied the water bottle from his waist, gulped down the gulp, and then spit some on his hands: Rubber, rubber – water gun!
The water droplets passed through Crocodile’s body, partially materializing him. Li Yong seized the opportunity and punched him in the abdomen. Crocodile groaned and took a few steps back, with real anger in his eyes.
You’ve pissed me off. He ripped open his fur coat, Sandstorm!
The entire square was instantly enveloped by a sandstorm, and visibility dropped to zero. Li Yong felt his skin being scratched by the sand, and breathing became difficult. He vaguely heard Eric and Zhang Yun shouting, but could not determine the direction.
Luffy! Li Yong shouted, but got no response.
The situation is critical. Li Yong checked the system and found that the third ability for today had not been selected yet – the Explosion Fruit and the Door-Door Fruit had already been used, and the Mimicry Fruit was left. But what’s the use of this?
Suddenly, an idea flashed. Li Yong chose the Imitation Fruit, and then began to recall – Aokiji! The appearance of Admiral Aokiji! His facial muscles began to twist and change.
In the sandstorm, a lazy voice sounded: Ah la la…it’s so lively?
The sandstorm stopped instantly. Crocodile’s eyes widened: Aokiji?!
Li Yong perfectly imitated the appearance and voice of the admiral, even the nonchalant tone: Crocodile… The World Government is very disappointed in you…
The Shichibukai’s expression was uncertain. Just when he was distracted, Luffy suddenly emerged from the ground – he had dug a hole at some point! Rubber-rubber-battle axe! He kicked Crocodile in the head from above.
Crocodile slams into the ground. Li Yong stops imitating and stands side by side with Luffy: Good coordination!
Your ability is really interesting! Luffy grinned.
Crocodile got up, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth: Illusion? I will tear you into pieces!
The battle entered a fierce stage. Li Yong and Luffy gradually gained tacit understanding, one used the Sand-Sand Fruit to interfere, and the other used the rubber ability to attack. But Crocodile was too strong and gradually gained the upper hand.
Li Yong checked the system again and found an amazing change – due to continuous high-intensity use, the mastery of the Sand-Sand Fruit has increased to 75%, unlocking a new use: Sand Binding. He tried it immediately, and the sand entangled Crocodile’s legs like a living thing.
Luffy immediately launched an attack: Rubber-rubber–machine gun!
Countless fists rained down on Crocodile. The Shichibukai vomited blood and retreated, but soon fought back with a grim smile: Desert Diamond Sword! A sand blade more powerful than before swept across.
Li Yong and Luffy were both knocked back and knocked down a wall. Li Yong felt that his ribs might be broken, and Luffy’s condition was not much better.
System…what else can be used…Li Yong looked at the interface with difficulty.
[The mastery of the Sand-Sand Fruit has reached 80%, and you can try to keep it permanently (10,000 Berries are required)][Current Bailey: 8500]Not enough. And now is not the time to think about that.
At this moment, the sky suddenly became overcast. A drop of rain fell on Li Yong’s face, followed by the second and third drops… In a blink of an eye, heavy rain covered the entire Albania.
It’s raining! Luffy cheered, it’s so cool!
But for Crocodile, this was simply a disaster. His Sand-Sand Fruit ability was greatly reduced in the heavy rain, and he could not freely transform into an element.
Chapter 31, Two Hundred Million Volts (Old Version)
Damn it! Crocodile roared, who did it!
On the roof of the palace in the distance stood Princess Vivi – her face was pale, and it was obvious that her injuries had not yet healed, but she was holding a device high in her hand: a dancing powder launcher.
Vivi! Luffy jumped up and waved.
Crocodile! Vivi’s voice was weak but firm, your conspiracy has been exposed! This rain is proof that the king has never used dancing powder!
The soldiers in the square stopped fighting and looked up at the sky. The first rain in three years washed away the hatred and misunderstanding.
Crocodile’s face twisted: So what? I can still kill you all!
He rushed towards Vivi. Luffy and Li Yong rushed to stop him at the same time. At this critical moment, Li Yong’s system suddenly refreshed:
[New One’s optional abilities: Ice Fruit (Advanced), Flame Fruit (Intermediate), Lightning Fruit (Elementary)]Li Yong did not hesitate: Frozen fruit, advanced!
An unprecedented cold force surged into his body. Li Yong pressed his hands to the ground: Ice Age!
The ice spread at an alarming speed, instantly freezing Crocodile’s lower body. The Seven Warlords struggled in shock: This is impossible! Aokiji’s ability? !
No, Li Yong panted, just borrowed it for use.
Luffy seized the opportunity, took a deep breath, and his body swelled up like a balloon: rubbery–
Crocodile struggled desperately, and the ice began to break. Li Yong concentrated all his strength and froze it again: I won’t let you escape!
–storm!
Luffy’s fists rained down, each one carrying the power of water. Crocodile was unable to transform into an element, and took all the attacks. The last punch sent him flying hundreds of meters, through several buildings, and finally embedded into the outer wall of the palace, knocking him unconscious.
Silence. Then, cheers echoed throughout Albania.
We…won? Lee Young muttered in disbelief.
Luffy slumped on the ground, exhausted but smiling brightly: Of course! I said I would beat him!
Li Yong looked at the boy in the straw hat and suddenly understood why he was the protagonist of this world. His pure faith and unyielding will infected everyone around him.
The rain stopped, and the sun shone through the clouds. Luffy stood up, put his straw hat on his back, and looked towards the distant horizon: I will be the Pirate King!
At this moment, Li Yong felt something ignited in his heart. Not just for survival, not just for adventure – he wanted to change the world and become a pirate who could truly bring about change.
In the distance, Zhang Yun and Eric walked over with scars but victorious smiles. The members of the Straw Hat Pirates also gathered one after another. Princess Vivi was lifted high by the people. The civil war was over, and Alabasta ushered in a new life.
Li Yong looked at the system interface:
[Defeat Shichibukai Crocodile and get reward: ability retention cost halved][Currently, the mastery of the Sand-Sand Fruit is 85%. You can pay 5,000 Baileys to try to keep it permanently.]He smiled and closed the interface. Some things are more important than ability – partners, beliefs, and the courage to pursue dreams.
The celebration party in Alabasta lasted for three days and three nights. When the True Dragon Pirates were about to set off, the Straw Hat Pirates had already left – Luffy was always so casual, and leaving without saying goodbye was their style.
Where did they go? Zhang Yun asked, looking at the empty port.
Li Yong checked the record pointer: According to the original plot…it should be going to Sky Island.
Original plot? Eric keenly caught this strange word.
Li Yong realized that he had let the cat out of the bag and quickly changed the subject: I mean, based on the supplies on their ship and their route. By the way, we also have a new target.
He took out a yellowed piece of paper, which Robin had slipped to him before they parted. On it was a strange map and several ancient characters.
Is this… a record of rising ocean currents? Zhang Yun studied the map carefully. How to get to the sky island?
Li Yong nodded: Robin said Crocodile has been looking for this. There are historical texts and the legendary Golden City on Sky Island.
Eric frowned: Why should we go?
Because… Li Yong touched the ancient characters on the paper, and the system interface suddenly flashed:
[Historical text related information detected][Synchronization rate increased to 28%][New function unlocked: ability prediction (three abilities can be previewed 24 hours in advance)]…Because that’s where we find the answers we need. Li Yong said firmly.
Finding an upwelling current was not easy. They wandered along the coast of Alabasta for nearly two weeks, and finally on a windless morning, an abnormal vortex began to appear on the sea surface.
Now! Zhang Yun shouted, hold on tight!
The Yuelong was thrown high into the sky by a sudden huge current. The hull made a terrible groaning sound, and Li Yong could only pray that this second-hand ship could hold on. When the ship rushed into the clouds, the scene in front of them made the three of them hold their breath at the same time – the boundless sea of clouds, shining with golden light under the sun.
Sky Island…Zhang Yun exclaimed softly.
Their exclamation was soon interrupted by a loud shout: Illegal Blue Sea people! Pay the entry fee, or accept God’s punishment!
A group of Sky Islanders with small wings on their backs surrounded them, holding strange energy weapons. Li Yong was about to explain when the system suddenly issued a warning:
[Strong energy reaction detected][Recommended abilities for today: Thunder Fruit (Advanced), Flame Fruit (Intermediate), Steel Fruit (Elementary)]Thunder Fruit? Isn’t that Enel’s ability? Li Yong chose it without hesitation. A violent electric current instantly flowed through his body, and his hair stood up due to static electricity.
We have no ill intentions. Li Yong is trying to communicate, but he is just looking for the historical text.
The historical text? The people of Sky Island looked at each other in bewilderment. That was God’s forbidden land!
At this moment, the sky suddenly darkened. Lightning flashed in the clouds in the distance, and a figure slowly came over on the thunderclouds – Enelu. He was shirtless, with extremely long earlobes, holding a golden staff, and his eyes were as cold as if he was looking at an ant.
It’s the Blue Sea people again, Enel said lazily, why are there so many of them recently.
Li Yong tensed up. Enel’s mind net could read his thoughts, so he had to be careful.
Are you God? Li Yong asked deliberately, gathering electricity secretly.
Enelu seemed to find Li Yong’s attitude interesting: You are not afraid of me? Interesting. He snapped his fingers, and a bolt of lightning struck the Leap Dragon.
Li Yong raised his hand and released a bolt of lightning. The two bolts of lightning collided in the air, causing a deafening roar and blinding light.
For the first time, Enel’s eyes widened: This is impossible!
The people of Sky Island retreated in horror: God’s Judgment was blocked?!
You are not the only one who can control thunder and lightning. Li Yong’s whole body was flashing with lightning. We only come here for the historical text and don’t want to be your enemy.
Enel’s expression changed from surprise to ecstasy: Great! Finally, there is a decent opponent! He raised the golden staff high, 200 million volt thunder god!
Chapter 32: The Healing Department is Delayed (Old Version)
A huge lightning giant rose from the ground. Not to be outdone, Li Yong also activated the ultimate form of the Thunder Fruit – his entire body turned into lightning, and his body expanded to the same size as Enelu. The two lightning giants confronted each other in the sky above the sea of clouds, and the lightning intertwined into a net, illuminating the entire sky island.
When did Li Yong have this ability? Zhang Yun asked in shock.
Enel laughed wildly and launched an attack: Thunder Metal! The golden staff turned into a spear and stabbed at Li Yong.
Li Yong dodged sideways and released the Thunderbird at the same time: Thunderbird!
The two lightning beasts fought in the air, and every collision caused thunder. Li Yong found that his thunder fruit was slightly different from Enel’s – his lightning was blue-white, while Enel’s was golden. More importantly, the ability under the system seemed to be more stable.
Where did you get this power from? Enelu asked during the confrontation.
It doesn’t matter, Li Yong counterattacked, what matters is that you abuse it to oppress the people!
The battle became fierce. Li Yong gradually gained the upper hand – the Thunder Fruit granted by the system seemed to be more refined than the original. Finally, he seized a flaw in Enel and released all the power: Thunder God’s Spear!
A spear of lightning condensed to the extreme pierced through Enel’s chest. The Sky Island God looked at the hole in his chest in disbelief, then slowly fell down and turned into the size of an ordinary human body.
I…how could this happen…Enelu gasped with difficulty.
Li Yong released his Thunder God state and walked up to him: Power is not meant to oppress.
Enelu’s last expression was frozen in confusion and unwillingness, and then he completely lost consciousness. The people of Sky Island stared at this scene in amazement – their god was defeated.
Take us to the location of the historical text, Li Yong said to the people of Sky Island, we will not hurt anyone.
In awe, the three were led to the golden bell on top of the giant vine. On the pedestal below was the historical text stele they were looking for.
Li Yong touched the inscription, and the system interface flashed wildly:
[Main historical text detected][Synchronization rate increased to 35%][Unlock new information: Continental shelf stabilizer location (incomplete)]Continental shelf stabilizer? Li Yong muttered to himself. What is this? It was never mentioned in the original book.
Zhang Yun studied the ancient text on the golden bell: It records some technologies of the ancient kingdom…it seems to be related to controlling the ocean.
Eric discovered a more pressing problem: the ship’s doctor was in trouble.
In the fierce battle just now, the ship’s doctor Tom (a sea cat with medical skills who joined in Alabasta) was hit by lightning and fell to the ground seriously injured. Li Yong hurriedly checked his injuries – the situation was not optimistic.
System, will there be any healing abilities tomorrow? Li Yong asked anxiously in his heart.
[Abilities that can be previewed tomorrow: Cutting Fruit (elementary), Weight Fruit (intermediate), Bubble Fruit (elementary)]There is no healing ability. Li Yong gritted his teeth: What about the day after tomorrow?
[Ability prediction is limited to 24 hours]The next seven days were the longest time Li Yong had ever experienced. Tom’s injuries continued to worsen, and none of the abilities he extracted every day could be used for treatment – the Cutting Fruit, the Weight Fruit, the Bubble Fruit, the Jacket Fruit, the Explosion Fruit, the Toy Fruit, the Silence Fruit… a series of unhelpful abilities made Li Yong almost desperate.
This is not fair! On the seventh night, Li Yong punched the side of the boat, but why couldn’t he draw any healing ability?
Zhang Yun gently pressed his shoulder: “It’s not your fault. The system is random, we already knew that.”
Eric walked out of the medical room with a serious face: Tom will not survive the night.
Li Yong closed his eyes in pain. He defeated Enelu and found the historical text, but he couldn’t save a single partner. The randomness of the system seemed so cruel at this moment.
At midnight, Tom quietly stopped breathing. The three held a simple sea burial for him, put his body into a boat and pushed it into the sea of clouds. Li Yong used the power of the Bubble Fruit to create a transparent bubble to wrap the boat, letting it slowly sink under the clouds like a pearl.
I swear, Li Yong’s voice was hoarse, one day, I will find a way to protect everyone without relying on random abilities.
When they left Sky Island, they took away the rubbings of the historical text and some gold. The people of Sky Island were grateful to them for defeating Enelu and even offered to provide supplies and guides.
The next destination pointed to by the record pointer is Water City. The long voyage made the team atmosphere dull – the pain of losing Tom lingered. Li Yong had a glimmer of hope when he checked the system every day, but the healing ability did not appear.
The prosperity of the water city diluted some of the sadness. This city built on water is breathtakingly beautiful, with canals replacing streets and Gondwana shuttling through the city.
Chapter 33, Transforming the True Dragon (Old Version)
We need a new ship and a ship doctor, Li Yong said, looking at the dilapidated Yuelong. The trip to Sky Island caused serious damage to the ship.
Eric nodded: The Carrera Company here is the best shipyard.
As soon as the three of them walked into the gate of Carrera Company, they heard a fierce quarrel. A girl with long pink hair and goggles was shouting at the boatmen: How many times have I told you! The keel needs to be reinforced! You guys are a bunch of blockheads!
But Miss Luna, a boatman said aggrievedly, this would increase the weight
Safety is more important than speed! The girl named Luna stamped her feet and said, “If I see you cutting corners again, I will turn you all into wooden sculptures!”
Li Yong raised his eyebrows: Interesting girl.
Luna noticed the stranger and immediately changed to a business smile: Welcome to Carrera Company! What service do you need? She saw the weapons and pirate costumes on the waists of the three people, and her smile froze for a moment. Pirates?
We need a new ship, Zhang Yun said directly, and a ship’s doctor.
Luna looked them up and down: What’s the budget?
Li Yong took out a portion of Sky Island’s gold: Is this enough?
The girl’s eyes lit up immediately: “That’s enough to build two! Come with me!”
Luna took them to visit several types of ships, and finally Li Yong took a fancy to a medium-sized three-masted sailing ship with a streamlined design and a bow that looked like a coiled dragon.
This True Dragon was designed by my teacher, Luna said proudly, it used some materials from the precious tree Adam and is three times stronger than an ordinary ship.
Who is your teacher? Eric asked.
Mr. Tom, Luna’s expression dimmed. The world’s number one shipbuilder is… gone.
Li Yong’s heart was shocked. Tom, the legendary shipwright who built the ship for Roger!
Deal, he said immediately, but we have one extra request – will you be our ship’s doctor?
Luna’s eyes widened: “Me? But I’m just a boatman!”
You know medicine, Li Yong pointed at the bandages and medicine bottles exposed around her waist, and your teacher is Mr. Tom, you must be no ordinary person.
Luna hesitated for a long time, and finally nodded under the temptation of more gold: “Okay! But I have to make it clear first – I have a bad temper!”
In this way, the True Dragon Pirates obtained a new ship, the True Dragon, and a hot-tempered ship doctor and shipwright. Luna’s skills were indeed superb, and she completed the ship modification and supply in just three days.
Just as they were about to set off, Water City was suddenly placed under martial law. Navy and World Government agents were all over the city, searching for Nico Robin, the son of the devil.
The Judicial Island incident… Li Yong muttered to himself. In the original work, Robin was kidnapped by CP9, and Luffy and his crew openly confronted the World Government to save her.
Should we help? Zhang Yun asked.
Li Yong pondered for a moment: Luna, how many guns can the True Dragon be equipped with?
The standard is ten doors, but after modification it can be increased to fifteen doors, Luna replied.
Then modify it. Li Yong said firmly, let’s go to Judicial Island.
Eric frowned: A head-on conflict with the World Government?
Robin has the intel we need, Lee Young said, and…she deserves to be saved.
Luna was confused, but was blinded by the gold: Who cares! As long as there is money to be made!
Judicial Island, a judicial institution directly under the World Government, an island that never sleeps. When the True Dragon approached, the sound of gunfire was heard in the distance – the Straw Hat Pirates had arrived first.
System, today’s ability. Li Yong asked in his heart.
[Abilities available today: Transparent Fruit (Advanced), Door-to-Door Fruit (Intermediate), Imitation Fruit (Elementary)]Transparent fruit, advanced. Li Yong chose. A strange power covered his whole body, and he disappeared from everyone’s sight in an instant.
I’m going to rescue Robin, Li Yong’s voice came from the air, you bombard the main gate of Judicial Island to attract attention.
The Judicial Island was in chaos. The Straw Hat Pirates had already broken into the main gate, and Li Yong took the opportunity to sneak into the Judicial Tower. With his transparent state, he easily bypassed the guards and found Robin, who was imprisoned in seastone handcuffs, in the highest floor of the Judgment Hall.
Who? Robin asked alertly, although he couldn’t see Li Yong.
It’s me. Li Yong has lifted his transparent state and is here to save you.
Robin had a complicated expression: Why?
Because we are friends. Li Yong simply said, and at the same time used his ability to make the handcuffs keyhole transparent, rendering them ineffective.
Robin flexed her freed wrist: Luffy and the others…
The battle is going on at the main gate. Li Yong re-activates his transparent ability to wrap Robin in. We have to hurry.
The two of them walked through the chaotic corridor in an invisible state. Just as they were about to escape from the Justice Tower, a tall figure blocked their way – CP9 Chief Spandam, holding a golden Den Den Mushi.
I know someone is here, Spandam looked around nervously, Come out!
Li Yong held his breath. At this moment, the entire Judicial Island suddenly shook violently – the Demon Killing Order was launched. The navy warships fired thousands of cannons at the same time, and the island began to collapse.
Damn it! Spandam cursed and ran to the lifeboat.
Li Yong and Robin took the opportunity to rush to the port. The True Dragon was waiting there, and Zhang Yun and Eric were exchanging fire with the navy. Luna stood at the bow, operating a strange-looking cannon.
Come up quickly! Zhang Yun shouted.
Li Yong lifted his transparent state and jumped onto the deck with Robin. The True Dragon immediately evacuated at full speed, with the burning and collapsing Judicial Island behind them.
Where are Luffy and the others? Li Yong asked anxiously.
Already gone, Robin pointed into the distance, look.
The Golden Merry sailed through the waves in the sunset, and the straw hat figure on the bow was clearly visible. Li Yong breathed a sigh of relief.
Robin stood at the stern, looking at the Judicial Island gradually disappearing into the distance, tears silently falling: Thank you…Li Yong.
You’re welcome, Li Yong smiled, Now, can you tell me more about the historical text? Especially… the continental shelf stabilizer?
Robin’s pupils suddenly contracted: How do you know this name?
Li Yong did not answer, but just looked at the distant horizon. The True Dragon, carrying new companions and new mysteries, sailed towards an unknown journey. The secrets of the system, the truth of the historical text, the location of the continental shelf stabilizer… everything is yet to be revealed.
Chapter 34, Three Top Fruits (Old Version)
The True Dragon sailed on the sea for several weeks. Robin’s joining brought a lot of historical text knowledge, but the information about the continental shelf stabilizer was still fragmentary.
According to the information I have collected, Robin unfolded several yellowed drawings in the captain’s room. The continental shelf stabilizer is a device used by the ancient kingdom to control the sea level. But the specific location and operating principle are unknown.
Li Yong stared at the blurred pattern on the drawing, and the system interface suddenly flashed:
[Partial information of the continental shelf stabilizer detected][Synchronization rate increased to 37%][Warning: Excessive synchronization may cause energy overload]What’s wrong? Robin noticed Li Yong’s abnormality keenly.
Nothing. Li Yong closed the interface and continued.
Robin didn’t ask further questions, but her eyes showed that she didn’t believe the answer. Since the Judicial Island incident, a kind of subtle trust has been established between the two, but they also maintain a cautious distance.
On the deck, Luna was teaching Zhang Yun how to use a new type of navigation instrument, while Eric was wiping his long sword as usual. The calm sea almost made people forget the dangers of the Grand Route.
Until the Chabaoti Archipelago appeared on the horizon.
Bubble Islands! Zhang Yun shouted excitedly, it is said that the bubbles there can cover the entire ship and sail on the seabed!
Li Yong is not so optimistic. In the original work, the Sabaody Archipelago is a gathering place for supernovas, and it is also the place where Admiral Kizaru swept away eleven supernovas. With their current strength…
We will only take the necessary supplies and leave immediately, Li Yong ordered.
The Sabaody Archipelago is more fantastic than imagined. Huge bubbles rise from the ground, enveloping buildings, vehicles and even pedestrians. The True Dragon docked at Area 12. Li Yong arranged for group action: Robin and Eric went to collect intelligence, Zhang Yun and Luna to purchase supplies, and he went to find coating craftsmen to prepare for the dive.
Before leaving, Li Yong checked the system:
[Abilities available today: Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Advanced), Sparkle-Spark Fruit (Intermediate), Surgery Fruit (Elementary)]Three top abilities! Li Yong’s heartbeat accelerated. The Tremor-Tremor Fruit was Whitebeard’s ability, the Sparkle-Tremor Fruit was Kizaru’s, and the Surgery Fruit was even more priceless. He hesitated for a moment and chose the Tremor-Tremor Fruit – in the face of possible crises, destructive power was the most direct guarantee.
The streets of the Sabaody Archipelago are bustling and crowded. There are slave auctions, amusement parks, taverns…all kinds of places. Li Yong found an old coating craftsman and agreed to coat the True Dragon in two days.
On the way back, a commotion caught his attention. A group of pirates were running away in panic, shouting: The general is coming! Kizaru is chasing the Straw Hat Pirates!
Damn it! Did the plot move forward? Li Yong immediately turned to Area 1, the direction of the slave auction site. From a distance, he saw the explosion and flashes rising into the sky.
The Straw Hat Pirates were fighting the Pacifists, and the one standing high and lazily kicking out the speed of light was none other than Admiral Kizaru! His wretched face was covered with a nonchalant smile, but each of his strikes was deadly and accurate.
Li Yong hesitated for a second, then rushed forward. Luffy and his men were not ready to face the admiral. If they continued like this, they would be annihilated!
Rubber Rubber –
Luffy’s voice came from the melee, followed by Kizaru’s nonchalant response: Speed is weight, have you ever been kicked at the speed of light?
Stop! Li Yong pressed his hands to the ground, and the ground shook!
The entire ground suddenly undulated like waves, and buildings shook and collapsed. Kizaru floated lightly into the air and looked at Li Yong in surprise: Oh my, another troublesome kid?
Luffy crawled out of the ruins and was equally shocked: Li Yong?
Take your partner away! Li Yong shouted, I will hold him back!
Kizaru smiled: What a touching friendship~ He suddenly appeared in front of Li Yong, with the light speed kick already raised, but why?
Li Yong hastily activated his Tremor ability, the air shattered like glass, and the shock wave collided with the light-speed kick. The explosion separated the two, and Li Yong slid more than ten meters away, with blood oozing from the corner of his mouth – even with the Tremor Fruit, his reaction speed was still not as fast as the admiral.
Li Yong! Luffy wanted to rush over to help, but was held back by Zoro and Sanji.
Act according to the plan! Zoro said sharply.
The Straw Hat Pirates began to retreat. Kizaru didn’t seem to care much, but was more interested in Li Yong: Whitebeard’s ability is so scary~
Li Yong knew that he couldn’t hold out for much longer. He checked the system, trying to find a way to escape, but found a surprising change:
[Life and death crisis detected][Temporary unlock: Three-ability fusion (limited to 30 seconds)][Conqueror Haki Awakening (Basic)]An unprecedented force burst out from his body. Li Yong felt that some kind of barrier was broken, and the invisible momentum spread like a storm, and the surrounding navy soldiers fell down in groups. Kizaru’s smile disappeared for the first time: Conqueror’s Haki?
Li Yong did not waste this precious opportunity and activated the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, the Sparkle Fruit and the Surgery Fruit at the same time – the system actually allowed him to briefly use all three options today!
Chapter 35, See you in two years (old version)
Tripolar photoshock scalpel!
His right hand turned into a flash of light, his left hand was wrapped in a shock wave, and the ROOM field of the surgery fruit appeared on his chest. The three top abilities were activated at the same time, and the space began to twist and tear. Kizaru was forced to respond with all his strength, and Yasakani no Magatama shot at him like raindrops.
The moment the two forces collided, the entire Sabaody Archipelago was shaken. The strong light produced by the explosion temporarily blinded everyone. When the light faded, Li Yong was gone.
Ran away~ Kizaru scratched his head, what a troublesome ability~
He turned to the other supernovas: Then I’ll just capture you guys to make up the numbers~
Li Yong didn’t know how far he had run. The side effects of the fusion of the three abilities caused him to feel severe pain all over his body, and his internal organs seemed to have shifted. He stumbled to an abandoned dock and found that his companions from the True Dragon were already waiting there – except for Eric.
Where’s Eric? Li Yong asked breathlessly.
Zhang Yun’s face turned pale: We encountered Zhan Taowan and the pacifists… Eric was the last one to leave
Luna was bandaging Robin – the archaeologist’s arm had an unnatural bend, and was clearly broken.
We have to leave, Robin said, bearing the pain, the Navy Admiral is not someone we can fight against right now.
No! Li Yong struggled to stand up. He couldn’t leave Eric behind!
At this moment, the ground suddenly shook. A huge figure fell from the sky – Bartholomew Kuma, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea!
Bear! Li Yong immediately took a fighting stance, but his body had already reached its limit.
The bear didn’t say anything, just raised his palm. Li Yong knew what was going to happen next – the bear was going to use the Meatball Fruit to slap them away. In the original book, this was to save them, but now…
Wait! Li Yong shouted, we have companions here——
It was too late. The bear’s paw had already slapped down. Li Yong felt dizzy, and then the world fell into darkness.
When he regained consciousness, Li Yong found himself lying on a patch of grass, with blue sky and white clouds and a gentle breeze blowing on his face, as if the life-and-death crisis just now was just a nightmare.
Awake? A gentle male voice came.
Li Yong sat up suddenly and saw a blond young man sitting not far away, reading a newspaper. The young man had a scar on his left eye, wore a top hat, and leaned against a steel pipe.
Sa…Sabo? Li Yong’s eyes widened in disbelief.
The young man raised his eyebrows in surprise: “You know me? This is interesting. I’m sure we haven’t met.”
Li Yong then realized his mistake. Sabo should have lost his memory, so why is he here?
Where is this? Li Yong looked around and found that this was a hidden island with several wooden buildings in the distance.
The headquarters of the Revolutionary Army, the White Earth Island of Baldigo. Sabo put away the newspaper and said, “The bear sent you here, which means you are special.”
The Revolutionary Army Headquarters! Li Yong’s heart was beating fast. Why did the bear send him here instead of a random place? Could it be…
Mr. Long wants to see you. Sabo stood up and asked, “Can we go?”
Li Yong tried to move his body and was surprised to find that his injuries had mostly healed. He followed Sabo to the main building and saw the members of the Revolutionary Army training, studying, and discussing along the way. The atmosphere here was completely different from the Navy Headquarters or the pirate ship, full of idealistic enthusiasm.
Long’s office was simple and practical. The leader of the revolutionary army stood in front of the window, his back to the door, his iconic tattoo faintly visible behind his head.
Li Yong, the dragon turned around, his voice was deep and powerful, the captain of the True Dragon Pirates, his ability is to change different devil fruit powers every day.
Li Yong tensed up: Are you investigating me?
Necessary caution. Long motioned for him to sit down. The bear is our comrade. He sent you here because he saw your performance against Kizaru – especially that domineering attitude.
Conqueror’s Haki… Li Yong murmured.
Not only that. Long’s sharp gaze seemed to be able to penetrate the soul. Your ability system is related to ancient weapons, right?
Li Yong’s blood almost froze. How could Long know about the system?
Sabo added: “We have been studying the historical texts. Some records mentioned that the ability granting system was one of the most advanced technologies in the ancient kingdom.”
The system interface suddenly popped up automatically and flashed in front of Li Yong’s eyes:
[Related information about ancient weapons detected][Synchronization rate increased to 40%][Warning: The synchronization rate exceeds the critical point, and the host will begin to experience side effects of the ability]Side effects? What side effects? Li Yong asked anxiously in his heart.
No answer.
It seems that we guessed right. Long noticed Li Yong’s unusual expression, Li Yong, I would like to invite you to stay in Baldigo for a while. Sabo will teach you how to control your domineering power, and you… can help us interpret some ancient documents.
Li Yong pondered for a moment. Now that his companions were scattered, he really had nowhere to go. More importantly, the revolutionary army might have key information about the system and the historical text.
I agree. But on one condition – help me find my crew.
The dragon nodded: “The bear has recorded everyone’s whereabouts. When the time is right, you will reunite.”
In this way, Li Yong began his training life at the Revolutionary Army headquarters. Sabo was a strict teacher, and the Dragon Claw Fist training made Li Yong’s body bruised every day. But his progress was also significant – his Conqueror Haki became controllable from being triggered accidentally, and his Armament Haki also began to awaken.
“You have great talent,” Sabo commented after a sparring match, “but you rely too much on the power of the fruit. A truly strong person, like Sensei Ryu or Red-Haired Shanks, can stand at the top even without the fruit.”
Li Yong panted and nodded. The system is powerful, but randomness and time limit are fatal weaknesses. The two months of training made him understand that domineering is the real power that belongs to him.
One night, Li Yong was awakened by a nightmare – he dreamed that a city was flooded, and countless people were struggling in the water and calling for help. Strangely, the city buildings were engraved with the same ancient characters in the system interface.
[Synchronization rate 42%][Side effect: Dreams start synchronously][Continental Shelf Stabilizer Status: Failed]Li Yong wiped off the cold sweat and walked to the window. The night sky of Baldigo was dotted with stars, calm and beautiful. But his heart was turbulent – the system, the historical text, the continental shelf stabilizer… these fragments gradually pieced together into a disturbing picture.
The next day, Sabo brought new news: I found your crew. Eric is on Kraikana Island, with a girl named Perona; Zhang Yun is on Visalia, the weather island, studying meteorological science; Luna has returned to the Water City; Robin…
Where is Robin? Li Yong asked anxiously.
With the Straw Hat Pirates. Sabo smiled, it seems your friends are safe and getting stronger.
Li Yong breathed a sigh of relief. His companions were fine and were still growing in their respective positions. This was just like the two-year training period in the original novel, but in a different form.
Sabo, Li Yong suddenly asked, do you think pirates can change the world?
Sabo thought for a while: Pirates can sail freely and witness the truth of the world. But to change it… he looked at the flag flying at the Revolutionary Army headquarters, and a more systematic force was needed.
Li Yong fell into deep thought. What he had seen and heard in the Revolutionary Army during this period made him start to rethink his position. Simple pirate adventures might be fun, but if he really wanted to change the world…
I want to see Mr. Long, Li Yong finally said, I have more information to share about that continental shelf stabilizer.
Sabo raised his eyebrows in surprise: Have you finally decided to trust us?
No, Li Yong smiled, it’s cooperation.
In the last month at the Revolutionary Army headquarters, Li Yong’s training entered a new stage. Long personally taught him how to combine Haki with the fruit ability to create a more powerful attack method. The system synchronization rate steadily increased, and the side effects became more and more obvious – he began to occasionally hallucinate during the day and see the sinking city.
This was the capital of an ancient kingdom, Long explained, and it had been flooded at the end of the intervening hundred years. The shelf stabilizers were supposed to prevent this disaster, but they had apparently failed.
And now history is going to repeat itself? Li Yong asked.
Long’s expression was solemn: “According to our intelligence, the global sea level is slowly rising. The most obvious is Fishman Island, where the pressure of the waterproof cover is increasing year by year.”
The day of separation finally came. Sabo handed Li Yong a life card: This is made of your hair, it will guide you to find your companions. See you in the Sabaody Archipelago in two years.
Chapter 36, The Great Disaster (Old Version)
Two years? Li Yong took the life card.
The storm of the new era still needs time to brew. The dragon is standing at the door. Use this time to become stronger, Li Yong. When the decisive battle comes, the world needs the power of every reformer.
In this way, Li Yong boarded a small boat of the Revolutionary Army and sailed to the first destination, Kraikana Island, to find the swordsman Eric. Behind him, the White Earth Island gradually disappeared below the horizon. Ahead, there was a journey full of unknowns and a companion who would surely reunite.
Li Yong checked the system and found that after the synchronization rate reached 45%, a new function appeared:
[Ability Preservation: You can retain one ability of the day until the next day (only once a week)]The power is growing, and the mystery is deepening. But at this moment, Li Yong has only one simple goal in mind – to find his partner, become stronger, and then… change the world.
Two years passed like the tide.
Li Yong stood on the deck of the True Dragon, looking at the outline of the Sabaody Archipelago in the distance. After Luna’s comprehensive transformation, the ship’s lines were more streamlined, the dragon statue on the bow was lifelike, and brand new black sails were hung on the three masts, with a coiled golden dragon logo in the center – the flag of the True Dragon Pirates.
On the deck, the team members were busy. Eric was wiping his new sword, a large sharp sword, one of the twenty-first craft, the Autumn Water, with a green blade in the sun; Zhang Yun was adjusting the weather instrument she brought back from Visalia, which could summon small rain clouds out of thin air; Luna was loudly directing several new crew members to adjust the sails, and there was a mechanical device on her left arm, which seemed to be some kind of engineering tool.
Two years. Li Yong recalled the journey during this period – when he found Eric on Kraikana Island, he was training in swordsmanship with the ghost princess Perona and Hawkeye Mihawk; Zhang Yun mastered amazing meteorological science in Visalia and could even control the weather on a small scale; Luna returned to the Water City to further her shipbuilding skills and recruited several excellent shipwrights and chefs.
As for himself… Li Yong looked at the system interface:
[Haki: Conqueror Haki (Intermediate), Armament Haki (Advanced), Observation Haki (Intermediate)][Ability Fusion: Two abilities can be stably fused, limited to three times per day][Abilities available today: Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Advanced), Door-Door Fruit (Advanced), Mimicry Fruit (Advanced)]The two years of training in the Revolutionary Army completely changed his understanding of ability. The system is no longer a tool for improvisation, but a weapon that can be deeply developed. In particular, the mastery of ability fusion has given him unlimited possibilities for combat.
Captain! Zhang Yun came over with a record pointer in her hand. Everything was ready and we were ready to dive at any time.
Li Yong nodded: We’ll set off after Robin arrives.
The Straw Hat Pirates should also arrive at the Sabaody Archipelago in the next two days. As agreed, Robin will return with the latest research results of historical texts.
Just as I was thinking about it, there was a commotion on the shore. A familiar figure walked through the crowd – Nico Robin, more mature and elegant than two years ago, followed by a tall fishman.
Jinbei? Li Yong was surprised to recognize this former Shichibukai.
Mr. Li Yong. Jinbei bowed solemnly, “Miss Robin told me that you are going to Fishman Island. Please allow me to go with you as a guide.”
Robin went up on deck and looked around at the brand new True Dragon and his companions with a smile: Everyone has changed so much.
You too. Li Yong noticed the more determined look in Robin’s eyes, how about the Straw Hat Pirates?
Luffy has become stronger. Robin said simply, then lowered her voice, I have an important discovery. About the continental shelf stabilizer and your system.
Li Yong was shocked and was about to ask more questions when Luna interrupted them with a loud voice: “Everyone, pay attention! Prepare to dive with a coating! Target – Fishman Island!”
The True Dragon slowly sank into the sea, wrapped in a huge bubble. The light in the deep sea became increasingly dim, and all kinds of strange-looking fish swam past the ship. Jinbei stood at the bow to guide the ship, avoiding dangerous currents and sea beasts.
What is the current situation on Fishman Island? Li Yong asked.
Jinbei’s expression became serious: Not good. The deep sea pressure increases year by year, and the island’s waterproof cover has been reinforced three times. Princess Shirahoshi foresees… a greater disaster.
What disaster?
The Great Flood. Robin took up the subject, a global catastrophe recorded in ancient texts. The continental shelf stabilizers were supposed to prevent this, but now they seem to be failing.
Li Yong’s system suddenly popped up automatically:
【Discussion on detected continental shelf stabilizer】
[Synchronization rate increased to 50%][Warning: Global sea level rise is accelerating, the current rate is 0.5 meters/year]0.5 meters per year? Li Yong blurted out, this is impossible!
Everyone looked at him. Li Yong realized that he had said it, so he had to explain briefly: My system… shows that the global sea level is rising at a rate of half a meter per year.
Jinbei’s expression turned extremely grim: This is faster than what we measured. At this rate, the Red Earth Continent will become the only land in twenty years.
Silence fell on the deck. Everyone knew what this meant – the world would be flooded, leaving only the land of Marijoa.
So the continental shelf stabilizer…Zhang Yun said softly.
It must be repaired or restarted. Robin nodded. The problem is that no one knows where it is. The historical text only gives vague clues.
Li Yong thought of his nightmare – the ancient city submerged by floods. The system, the historical text, the continental shelf stabilizer… everything pointed to a buried truth.
The sight of Fishman Island temporarily diluted the heavy topic. When the True Dragon passed through the double waterproof cover and the entire underwater kingdom appeared before their eyes, everyone held their breath. A huge bubble wrapped around the island, the sun refracted through the sea water in dreamy colors, various coral buildings were magnificent, and mermaids and fishmen swam freely in the water.
So beautiful…Luna exclaimed.
After landing, King Neptune personally greeted them, and Princess Shirahoshi shyly hid behind them. This huge mermaid princess had a pink fishtail and long blue hair, and was too beautiful to be a mortal.
Mr. Li Yong, Bai Xing’s voice is as sweet as a clear spring. I have seen you in my dreams.
Li Yong looked up in surprise: Dreaming about me?
Shirahoshi nodded: You and a sunken city… and golden light.
Li Yong’s blood almost froze. This was exactly his nightmare scenario!
After the banquet, Jinbei took them to visit the historical sites of Fishman Island. In front of a stone tablet engraved with ancient characters, Li Yong’s system became active again:
[Minor historical text detected][Synchronization rate increased to 52%][Update of the location of the continental shelf stabilizer: below the red soil continent (coordinates incomplete)]Robin carefully recorded the inscription: It mentioned here that the ancient kingdom built three stabilizers under the red earth continent to control the global ocean balance.
Chapter 37, Preparing to Go to the New World (Old Version)
Three? Li Yong asked, not just one?
Three of them form a network. Robin explained that according to records, two of them have failed and the last one is also unstable. When all of them stop, the flood will come again.
Again? Zhang Yun keenly grasped the key words, has it happened before?
Robin nodded: At the end of the blank 100 years, the first great flood destroyed the capital of the ancient civilization. The survivors built stabilizers to prevent the disaster from happening again.
Late at night, Li Yong came to the observation deck of Ryugu Castle alone. The night view of Fishman Island was breathtakingly beautiful, with all kinds of luminous creatures swimming in the water, like stars.
Can’t sleep? Jinbei came over with two bottles of Fishman Island Special Brew in his hands.
Li Yong took the bottle and said: I was thinking about the Great Flood. Does the World Government know about it?
Of course. Jinbei sneered, they called it God’s judgment, and thought it was a godsend opportunity to cleanse the inferior races. Mary Geoise is secretly building an ark, and only the Celestial Dragons and their slaves can board.
Li Yong clenched the bottle: So this is their plan… to flood the world and leave only their own paradise.
Unless someone can restart the stabilizer. Jinbei looked at Li Yong and said, “Miss Robin thinks your system may be the key.”
Li Yong did not answer. He himself had not yet fully understood the secrets of the system, but all signs indicated that it was inextricably linked to the ancient kingdom.
I’ll take you to see Lady Shirley tomorrow, Jinbei said, her predictions are never wrong.
Mrs. Xia Li’s Mermaid Cafe is a famous attraction on Fishman Island. This mature and beautiful mermaid fortune teller is famous for accurately predicting major events. When Li Yong and his group entered, she was wiping her crystal ball.
Ah, you are here. Xia Li looked at Li Yong, as if she had expected it, with the ancient gift and the key to doomsday.
Li Yong tensed up: Do you know my system?
I only see images. Charlie motioned for him to sit down. The crystal ball showed that ancient technology was flowing in your body, resonating with a device under the sea.
She asked Li Yong to place his hand on the crystal ball. When his skin touched the cold crystal surface, the system interface was suddenly projected into the air, allowing everyone to see clearly:
[System synchronization rate: 53%][Continental Shelf Stabilizer Status: No. 1 – Failed, No. 2 – Failed, No. 3 – Unstable Operation (Efficiency 39%)][Estimated global flooding time: 19 years, 8 months, 14 days]Charlie gasped: “It’s worse than I thought.”
Is there any way to stop it? Zhang Yun asked anxiously.
Find Stabilizer 3 and repair it. Xia Li looked at Li Yong, and you are the only one who can operate it. Your system… is part of the control terminal.
This shocking information left Li Yong speechless. His lottery system was actually some kind of control terminal? Then what was the purpose of extracting abilities every day?
After leaving the cafe, the team held an emergency meeting.
So our new goal is to find a third stabilizer? Eric concluded.
Robin nodded: According to the clues in the historical text, it should be somewhere in the Red Earth Continent, most likely right below Marijoa.
That’s the headquarters of the World Government. Luna whistled, which was quite difficult.
Li Yong pondered for a long time, and finally said: No matter how difficult it is, we must try. This is not just an adventure… It’s saving the world.
He looked at the faces of each of his companions. Two years of separation had not diluted their bond, but had made them trust each other more. Now, facing this almost impossible task, he needed to confirm everyone’s determination.
“I joined the True Dragon Pirates to build the best ship,” Luna said first, “but if the world is going to flood, there’s no point in building a ship! Count me in!”
The navigator’s duty is to guide the ship to safe sailing, Zhang Yun smiled, including navigating through crises of human civilization.
Eric was simple and direct: My sword is at your service.
Robin nodded gently: The truth behind the blank 100 years is related to all of this. My answer is self-evident.
Jinbei bowed solemnly: Fishman Island and all sea creatures will be grateful for your courage. If needed, the Sun Pirates are ready to support you.
Li Yong felt a warm current flowing through his body. With such a partner, what difficulties could he not overcome?
Then the new goal of the True Dragon Pirates was established – he raised his glass, found and repaired the continental shelf stabilizer, and stopped the flood!
Oh! Everyone responded in unison.
The banquet lasted until late at night. As others went back to their rooms to rest, Li Yong stayed alone on the deck, looking at the sparkling sea above his head. The system interface floated quietly:
[Host’s determination detected][Ultimate Mission Activated: Restart the Continental Shelf Stabilizer]【award:???】
System, Li Yong asked softly, what are you?
There was no response. Only the sound of the deep sea water gently lapping against the hull, like an ancient whisper.
Tomorrow, they will set off for the New World and begin this adventure that concerns the fate of the world. Li Yong doesn’t know what is waiting ahead, but he is sure of one thing – the name of the True Dragon Pirates will be forever engraved in the history of this era.
Chapter 38, String Fruit (Old Version)
The tranquility of Fishman Island was left behind, and the True Dragon sailed against the wind and waves towards Dressrosa, the toy country of love and passion, and also the territory of Doflamingo, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.
According to Robin’s information, Doflamingo has a historical text in his hand. Li Yong is standing at the bow with the sea breeze blowing on his face. It is very likely that it records the specific location of the continental shelf stabilizer.
Zhang Yun adjusted the nautical chart: There is a strong vortex of ocean currents outside Dressrosa, and we need a special route to reach the shore safely.
We landed as tourists, and Li Yong made plans to collect intelligence first, find the whereabouts of the historical text, and try to avoid direct conflict with the Don Quixote family.
Eric wiped his sword, and the blade reflected his stern face: Doflamingo is not an easy character to deal with.
We are not who we were two years ago. Luna grinned, and the mechanical arm clicked.
Dressrosa looks like a fairytale country from the sea. Colorful buildings, towering windmills, and people singing and laughing on the streets. But Li Yong knows that the cruel truth is hidden under this beautiful appearance – slaves who have been turned into toys, underground weapons trading, and the Tian Yasha who controls everything.
After landing, the team split up. Li Yong walked alone on the busy street, observing this twisted paradise. Suddenly, a little girl bumped into his legs and fell to the ground.
“I’m sorry, sir!” the girl apologized hastily, her eyes full of fear under her pink hair.
Li Yong recognized her—Rebecca, a descendant of the Riku royal family and a warrior who fought to overthrow Doflamingo in the original work. He was about to help her up when a toy soldier ran over.
Rebecca! You’re running around again! The toy soldier scolded, and then bowed to Li Yong, “I’m sorry to trouble you, sir.”
Talking toys. Li Yong’s heart trembled – these are humans who were turned into toys by Sugar’s fruit ability. He squatted down and looked at Rebecca straight in the eye: Are you okay?
The girl shook her head and hurried away with the toy soldier. Li Yong noticed the scars on her wrists and her tattered clothes – scars beneath the country’s glamorous surface.
【Abnormal energy field detected】
[Synchronization rate increased to 55%][Warning: Host is being monitored]Li Yong pretended to be calm and walked into a cafe. Through the window, he saw several suspicious figures wandering around the street corner. The spy of the Don Quixote family.
System, today’s capabilities. He thought to himself.
[Abilities available today: String-String Fruit (Advanced), Explosion-Explosion Fruit (Intermediate), Barrier Fruit (Advanced)]The String-String Fruit! Doflamingo’s signature ability. Li Yong chose it without hesitation, and a strange feeling immediately flowed through his body – as if the air was filled with invisible threads that could be controlled at any time.
He walked out of the cafe and deliberately turned into a secluded alley. As expected, a few thugs followed him.
People of the Blue Sea, the leader grinned, revealing a few missing teeth, and the Don Quixote family greets you.
Li Yong smiled: Thank him for his concern on my behalf.
The moment the thugs pounced on him, Li Yong moved his fingers slightly. Invisible threads shot out from his fingertips, hanging the men in the air like puppets. They struggled in fear, but could not break free.
Bring a message to your master, Li Yong said softly, the True Dragon Pirates only come for the historical text, and don’t want to cause trouble… but they are not afraid of trouble.
He released the thread, and the gangsters fell into a ball and fled. Li Yong looked at his fingers – the exquisiteness of the String-String Fruit was far beyond imagination. Not only could it control objects, but it could also create clones and even fly. Doflamingo developed this ability to the extreme.
When they returned to the meeting point, Robin brought important information: the main text of history was in the underground port, but it was heavily guarded. Doflamingo seemed to know its value and set up a special defense line.
Where is the sugar? Li Yong asked, the cadre who can turn people into toys?
At the Toy House, Eric answered that he had just returned from a reconnaissance mission nearby and that the area was heavily guarded.
Zhang Yun unfolded the hand-drawn map: I heard that the arena is holding a competition, and the prize for the champion is an ancient weapon from Doflamingo’s collection… It’s probably a cover-up.
Li Yong thought for a moment: We will split into two groups. Eric and Zhang Yun will go to the arena. If it is the historical text, we will get it at all costs. Robin, Luna and I will go to the underground port to make a feint to the east and attack in the west.
The plan went surprisingly smoothly – perhaps too smoothly. When Li Yong and his two companions sneaked into the underground port, there were far fewer guards than expected. They quickly found the historical text tablet, which was placed in a transparent display cabinet.
Something is wrong… Robin frowned. This is like
Trap. A teasing voice came from the shadows. Doflamingo walked out with his signature arrogant steps, and his pink feather coat was particularly dazzling in the dim light. I have been waiting for you, the True Dragon Pirates.
Dozens of family officials rushed out from all directions and surrounded the three people. Torrebol, Diamante, Pica…all the top officials of the Don Quixote family were present.
Doflamingo. Li Yong said in a deep voice, we are only here for the historical text.
Hey, hey, hey, hey… Doflamingo laughed strangely. What a coincidence, I laughed too. Especially the part about the continental shelf stabilizer.
Li Yong’s heart was shocked – Doflamingo also knew about the stabilizer?
What do you know? he asked tentatively.
Doflamingo’s fingers moved slightly, and Li Yong felt a tingling pain – the other party was also using the power of the String-String Fruit! He hurriedly activated the power as well, and the two invisible threads collided in the air, making a metallic clanging sound.
Oh? Doflamingo raised an eyebrow. The String-String Fruit? Interesting.
Li Yong knew that there was no point in pretending: Robin, Luna, get ready to fight!
Spider web wall! Doflamingo took the lead and countless threads intertwined into a huge spider web.
Wire shield! Li Yong also used silk wire to form a defense. The two wire nets collided, and sparks flew everywhere.
Robin activates her ability: Dazzling Flowers: Delphinium! Countless arms sprout from the cadres, trying to break their joints. Luna activates her mechanical arms and fires several smoke bombs.
In the melee, Li Yong and Doflamingo launched an amazing duel of the String-String Fruit. The two manipulated thousands of silk threads like puppeteers, and the entire underground port became a battlefield of intertwined threads. The threads cut through the walls, shattered the ground, and emitted a tooth-grinding scream.
Chapter 39: We Need Allies (Old Version)
Where did you get this ability? Doflamingo asked, his fingers dancing quickly, five-colored threads!
Five colorful threads with domineering aura slashed at him like blades. Li Yong dodged hastily, but his shoulder was still cut.
A random ability is used every day. Li Yong strikes back, Birdcage! He imitates Doflamingo’s signature skill, and the silk thread shrinks like a cage.
Doflamingo laughed and easily tore the immature birdcage apart: Poor imitation! Let me show you my true power!
Shadow Rider Line! His clone suddenly rose from the ground and attacked Li Yong together with his original body.
At the critical moment, Li Yong activated the fusion of his abilities – the Thread-Thread Fruit plus the Barrier Fruit! Countless threads intertwined into a net, and the surface was covered with a translucent barrier, forming an indestructible defensive wall. Doflamingo’s attack was completely blocked.
Two abilities? Doflamingo showed a surprised expression for the first time. This is impossible!
Li Yong did not waste this opportunity and combined his abilities again – this time it was the String-String Fruit and the Explosion-Explosion Fruit! Micro-explosives were attached to the silk threads, spreading towards Doflamingo like a fuse. A series of explosions forced the Seven Warlords of the Sea back several steps.
Hey, hey, hey…Interesting! Doflamingo wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, but he was still far from done!
Just as the battle was getting intense, the entire underground port suddenly shook violently. The top rock wall cracked, and sunlight poured down—it was Eric and Zhang Yun! They led the warriors of the arena to break in from above.
Li Yong! Zhang Yun shouted, the historical text is fake! The prize in the arena is just a bait!
Eric waved the Autumn Water, and the slashing wave forced back several cadres: We have been set up!
Doflamingo grinned: Smart. The real historical text is in the secret room of King’s Highland. But… He looked at Li Yong, I can tell you something about the stabilizer… If you can survive.
Sixteen sacred bullets, divine killing! Sixteen threads of domineering power shot towards Li Yong like spears.
Li Yong defended himself with all his strength, but was still pierced through the body by three silk threads. The severe pain made him kneel on the ground, and blood quickly stained his clothes red.
Li Yong! Luna wanted to rush over to help, but was stopped by Torrebol.
Doflamingo walked up to Li Yong and looked down at him: The continental shelf stabilizer is part of an ancient weapon, and the Celestial Dragons have control over the last one. They plan to flood the world, leaving only Marijoa…咈咈咈…What a wonderful cleansing!
Li Yong struggled to look up: You… are also a Celestial Dragon… why are you telling me this?
Because chaos is fun! Isn’t it the best show to see Doflamingo laughing wildly and watching the ants struggling in vain?
Just as Doflamingo was preparing for the final blow, an unexpected change occurred – Sucrose was stunned by Usopp’s scary face, and all the toys returned to human form!
The entire Dressrosa fell into chaos in an instant. Forgotten memories returned like a tide, and the angry people began to rebel against the Don Quixote family. The cadres of the underground port were also distracted by this sudden change.
Now! Li Yong seized the opportunity and used up his last bit of strength to activate the ultimate combination – String-String Fruit + Explosion-Explosion Fruit + Barrier Fruit! Countless threads entangled Doflamingo like a living thing, and the surface was covered with explosives and barriers, forming a mobile explosive cage.
In the deafening explosion, Doflamingo was blown away and hit the wall heavily. After the smoke and dust cleared, the Seven Warlords of the Sea climbed up with difficulty, his feather coat was tattered and his sunglasses were half broken.
Hehehe…his laughter became hoarse, the game has just begun
But the situation has reversed. As the toy humans returned to their original state, the rule of the Don Quixote family began to collapse. The cadres had to retreat to protect Sugar. Doflamingo glared at Li Yong fiercely and turned away: The next time we meet, it will be your death!
The True Dragon Pirates took the opportunity to break out and join the arena warriors. Rebecca supported the wounded Cyrus and walked over with tears in her eyes: Thank you… Without you, we would never be able to recover our memories…
Don’t thank us, Li Yong was gasping, Luna was giving him emergency bandage, it was the credit of the Straw Hat Pirates.
No, Cyrus said firmly, you attracted Doflamingo’s main force and gave them the opportunity. He knelt on one knee and said, “I and the warriors in the arena are willing to follow the True Dragon Pirates and fight to liberate Dressrosa!”
Dozens of soldiers responded in unison. Li Yong looked at these scarred but high-spirited faces and nodded: Our goal is not just Dressrosa… but to save the entire world. Anyone who is willing is welcome to join.
In this way, the size of the True Dragon Pirates doubled. That night, they rested in a secret base and discussed the next plan.
Doflamingo mentioned that the Celestial Dragons controlled the last stabilizer, and Robin analyzed that this was consistent with the records in the historical text.
Mary Joa…Zhang Yun said softly, the World Government Headquarters.
Eric wiped the knife: A strong attack would not succeed.
We need allies. Li Yong made a decision to contact the Revolutionary Army and the Straw Hat Pirates. This battle will determine the fate of the world.
Outside the window, the night sky of Dressrosa was lit red by the flames. The flames of resistance had been ignited, and a bigger storm was coming. Li Yong touched his wound and recalled Doflamingo’s words – the Celestial Dragons planned to flood the world. And his system might be the only key to stop all this.
[Key intelligence detected][Synchronization rate increased to 60%][Ultimate Mission Update: Go to Marijoa and restart the continental shelf stabilizer][Warning: The Celestial Dragons have noticed the host’s existence]Li Yong closed the system interface. This game had indeed just begun.
Chapter 40: We Just Want to Survive (Old Version)
The smoke of Dressrosa has not yet dissipated, and the True Dragon Pirates have already sailed to their next stop – the Kingdom of Totland, the territory of Big Mom Charlotte Linlin. According to the information obtained by Robin, Big Mom has a red historical text in her hand, which records some coordinates of the continental shelf stabilizer.
Breaking into Big Mom’s territory? The newly joined arena fighter Haku’s eyes widened. How is this different from suicide?
Li Yong stood on the deck of the Zhenlong, the sea breeze blowing his black windbreaker: So we don’t just rush in, but… we are invited to the tea party.
Invited? Rebecca asked doubtfully.
Zhang Yun smiled mysteriously: We have a secret weapon – Li Yongming’s ability.
Li Yong checks the system interface:
[Abilities available tomorrow: Memory Fruit (Advanced), Transparent Fruit (Intermediate), Imitation Fruit (Advanced)]Memory Fruit – the ability to read, delete and modify memories. This is exactly what they need.
The plan was this: Li Yong turned to the team, and I modified Brin’s memory so that she would remember that we were invited. We would attend the tea party in the name of paying tribute to the food, and take the opportunity to get closer to the historical text.
Too risky, Eric frowned. If he fails,
Is there a better solution? Robin asked calmly.
Silence. Facing Big Mom, one of the Four Emperors, there is no chance of winning in a head-on confrontation. Infiltration is the only option.
The next morning, the True Dragon approached Cake Island. This island made up of various desserts looked like a fairy tale world, but it hid deadly dangers. Li Yong chose the Memory Fruit, and a strange power surged into his temple, as if a third eye opened in his mind.
I can…see memories. Li Yong looked around at everyone, and fragments of memories appeared above everyone’s head. It felt really strange.
A small team was quickly formed: Li Yong, Zhang Yun and Eric were responsible for infiltration; Robin and Luna stayed on the boat to prepare for support; the other members hid on nearby islands and waited for orders.
With the help of the Memory Fruit, Li Yong easily found Brin who was picking flowers alone. The three-eyed girl was humming a song, completely unaware of the approaching danger.
Miss Brin? Li Yong walked out from behind the tree and activated his ability at the same time. Have we met before?
The moment Brin turned around, Li Yong’s finger had already touched her forehead. Memories flooded in like a tide – childhood ridicule, Aunt’s indifference, Katakuri’s protection… and the deep inferiority and desire.
Who…are you? Brin’s eyes began to blur.
Your old friend, Li Yong whispered, while modifying her memory, the True Dragon Pirates were invited to participate in today’s tea party, and prepared a special cake for us…
The ability of the Memory Fruit consumes more energy than expected. Just a few minutes of operation made Li Yong’s forehead sweat. After the completion, Brin’s eyes regained clarity, but there was an additional false memory.
Captain Li Yong! She greeted enthusiastically, the cake is ready, and mom is looking forward to your gifts!
The first step of the plan was successful. The three followed Brin into the Cake Castle, and the Homies soldiers along the way did not stop them. The preparations for the tea party were in full swing, and all kinds of strange cakes and snacks filled the long table. The big aunt sat in the main seat, wolfing down the dessert nearby.
Mom~ Pudding said sweetly, the True Dragon Pirates are here~
The aunt raised her cream-covered face and narrowed her eyes: Mamamama…where is the tribute?
Li Yong stepped forward and presented the rare candy he brought from Dressrosa: A little gift from you, Ms. Charlotte.
Big Mom’s attention was quickly attracted by the candy, and she waved for them to take a seat. Li Yong breathed a sigh of relief, and scanned the tea party scene – Katakuri leaned against the corner, seemingly indifferent to everything; Perospero licked his candy cane; Cracker tapped the table impatiently… Suddenly, his eyes met with a blond man – Sanji!
Vinsmoke Sanji, wearing a formal suit, looked at them with a complicated expression. Li Yong nodded slightly, while Sanji pretended not to notice and turned to the kitchen.
Halfway through the tea party, Li Yong left the table on the pretext of going to the bathroom. He needed to find the location of the historical text. But as soon as he turned the corner in the corridor, a voice came from behind:
You pirates are really risking your lives.
Sanji leaned against the wall and lit a cigarette: Big Mom’s library is in the east wing of the castle and is heavily guarded.
Li Yong raised his eyebrows: Why are you helping me?
I heard you saved a lot of people in Dressrosa. Sanji exhaled a puff of smoke, and… I don’t like things like changing memories.
Li Yong was shocked—Sanji actually saw through the trick of the Memory Fruit!
Don’t worry, Sanji saw his vigilance, I won’t tell. In fact… He lowered his voice, I want to see the red stone too. Come with me.
The two avoided the patrolling soldiers and sneaked into the kitchen. Sanji began to prepare the ingredients skillfully: The best cover is work. Help me cut those onions.
Li Yong picked up the kitchen knife: I didn’t expect the Straw Hat Pirates’ master chef would be here.
Temporarily. Sanji’s knife light cut the carrot into thin slices like a phantom. I have my reasons.
The only sound in the kitchen was the rhythm of the knife cutting ingredients. Suddenly, Sanji spoke: Why did you risk coming here? Is that red stone so important to you?
Li Yong hesitated for a moment and decided to tell the truth: it records the method to prevent the world from being flooded.
Sanji paused for a moment, then continued chopping vegetables: It sounds like a fantasy.
It’s true. Li Yong threw the onion into the pot. The global sea level rises half a meter every year, and the red soil continent will become the only land in 20 years.
So you want to be the savior? Sanji’s tone was slightly sarcastic.
No, Li Yong looked him straight in the eye, we just want to survive. Like all ordinary people.
The two looked at each other in the air, and then Sanji suddenly smiled: Interesting. Let’s have a competition – use the same ingredients to make a dish and see who can better express the theme of survival.
Li Yong accepted the challenge. The kitchen became an arena, spatulas were weapons, and spices were ammunition. Sanji’s dishes were elegant and delicate, like works of art; Li Yong’s were rough, direct, but powerful. When the two dishes were placed side by side, the differences and resonances were equally obvious.
You are very talented, Sanji commented, in another world, you might become a good chef.
You too, Li Yong smiled, if it were another world, you might become a good pirate.
The two men smiled at each other, and a kind of friendship between men was established in the smoke.
Suddenly, an alarm pierced the air: Intruder! There’s an intruder in the library!
Li Yong and Sanji changed color at the same time – it was Zhang Yun and Eric! They took action in advance!
Damn it! Li Yong rushed out of the kitchen, and the power of the Memory Fruit was fully activated, modifying the memories of the guards along the way to create chaos. When he rushed to the library, the scene was already a mess. Eric was covered in blood and resisted the attack of the demon from Dafu, while Zhang Yun was forced into a corner by Owen.
The main text of history was right in the center of the library, but Katakuri was already standing there, watching everything coldly.
Katakuri can foresee the future! In front of him, no plan can escape. Li Yong knows that only by taking the opponent by surprise can he win.
Chapter 41, The dishes you cook are good (old version)
System, he called out urgently in his heart, activate ability fusion!
[Memory Fruit + Imitation Fruit Fusion Activated][New ability: Memory disguise – can temporarily change the image of oneself in other people’s memories into another image]Li Yong immediately locked onto Katakuri and activated his new ability. In Katakuri’s memory, Li Yong suddenly became Big Mom! This brief confusion gave Eric a chance to breathe. He chopped the demon apart with a knife and rushed to the main text of history.
Record it quickly! Li Yong shouted to Zhang Yun, while trying his best to maintain the illusion of Katakuri.
Zhang Yun quickly copied the red historical text. Just when she was about to finish, the whole castle suddenly shook violently – the aunt was angry!
Who moved my red stone? The terrifying roar spread across the island.
Katakuri also broke free from the illusion, his eyes cold: You… are looking for death!
Retreat! Li Yong grabbed Zhang Yun, and Eric was the last one to leave. The three of them rushed out desperately, followed by the furious Charlotte family members.
Just when he was about to be caught up, Sanji suddenly appeared and kicked open a secret door: This way!
The secret passage leads to the port. The True Dragon is ready, and Robin and Luna are waiting anxiously. Everyone jumps on board and sets sail, with Big Mom’s fleet coming in like a storm behind them.
Did you get it? Robin asked eagerly.
Zhang Yunzhan’s pioneering work: Incomplete…the last part is destroyed.
Li Yong checked carefully and found that the key coordinates were indeed blurred. But what was even more shocking was the content itself – this historical text did not record the location of the stabilizer, but a warning:
[Continental shelf stabilizer is about to fail][When all three stop, a great flood will cleanse the world][The last stabilizer is located below Marijoa][The control method has been lost, only D can restart it]This…is not what we want. Eric said disappointedly.
But confirming our guess, Robin analyzed that the stabilizer is indeed under Mary Geoise, and it requires D’s power to activate.
Black beard…Li Yong murmured.
What? Zhang Yun asked.
Li Yong raised his head, his face pale: “Someone has seen this historical text before us – the Blackbeard Pirates. Look at the marks here… He pointed to the burn marks on the edge of the rubbing, which was the effect of the Dark-Dark Fruit.”
Everyone was silent. Blackbeard had already taken the lead, which meant that not only would their mission fail, but they might also face pursuit from a more powerful enemy.
The True Dragon sails through the storm, with Big Mom’s fleet still chasing it. To make matters worse, tensions within the team begin to erupt.
We should go straight to Marijoa! Eric slammed his fist on the table before Blackbeard could make a move!
Suicide? Luna sneered, without complete coordinates and plans, rushing into the World Government Headquarters like this?
That’s better than just sitting there and waiting to die! Eric roared.
Zhang Yun rarely lost control of her emotions: We almost died there! Can’t you just calm down? !
The argument intensified, and even the usually calm Robin frowned. Li Yong looked at the disintegrating team, and his heart ached. All these sacrifices were exchanged for an incomplete historical text?
Just when the atmosphere was most tense, an unexpected help appeared – Sanji’s small submarine surfaced and approached the True Dragon.
Looks like you need this. Sanji threw a permanent pointer to Zou. Another red historical text was there.
Li Yong caught the pointer and was incredulous: Why are you helping us?
Sanji lit a cigarette: Because your cooking is pretty good. He paused, and… Luffy would want me to do this.
Luffy?
Tell him… Sanji’s eyes were complicated, I will go home soon.
The submarine sank into the sea and disappeared, leaving everyone on the True Dragon looking at each other in bewilderment.
Zou…Robin whispered, the territory of the Fur Tribe.
Li Yong held the permanent pointer tightly. This was a ray of hope in the darkness. He looked at his companions who were exhausted after the quarrel and made up his mind:
Everyone rest. Tomorrow… we will discuss the next step.
That night, Li Yong stood alone at the stern, looking at the rough sea. In addition to the pointer, Sanji also secretly left a bottle of wine. Li Yong opened the bottle cork, and a rich aroma hit him – it was Sanji’s special seafood cocktail, which blended the flavor of the East China Sea.
He raised his glass to the moon, toasting to the unknown future. Failure is only temporary, as long as the team is still there, there is hope.
The system interface quietly emerges:
[Red historical text detected][Synchronization rate increased to 65%][New clues: Zou, Wano Country][Warning: Blackbeard has learned of the host’s actions]The storm is coming, but the story of the True Dragon Pirates is far from over.
Chapter 42: We are here to defeat Kaido (old version)
On the back of Zou’s giant elephant, the kingdom of the Fur Tribe was shrouded in mist. Li Yong stroked the cold surface of the red historical text, and the system interface flashed before his eyes:
[Synchronization rate increased to 70%]【43% completion of the coordinates of the continental shelf stabilizer】
[New clues: Wano Country, Onigashima Underground]Wano Country…Li Yong looked up at his companions, Kaido’s territory.
Eric wiped his sword, and the blade reflected his determined eyes: it was going to be another tough battle.
According to the memories of the members of Roger’s pirate group, Robin interpreted the historical text. There is a historical text of Wano Country, which is kept by the Kozuki family. But twenty years ago
Kozuki Oden was killed, and Wano Country was occupied by Kaido. Li Yong took over the topic, and now the red stone should be on Onigashima.
Zhang Yun put away the rubbings: “We have to contact Luffy and the others. I heard they are planning to go to war with Wano Country.”
The journey of the True Dragon to Wano Country was full of dangers. The weather in the New World was even more violent than the first half of the Grand Line, and the waves were as high as mountains. Li Yong stood at the bow, letting the cold sea water hit his face. Since the failure of Cake Island, the team’s morale has been low. He needs a victory to boost his confidence.
Looking from the sea, Wano Country looks like an ink painting – steep cliffs, plunging waterfalls, and hazy mountains in the distance. But beneath the beautiful scenery lies a harsh reality: polluted rivers, barren farmland, and the suffering people under Kaido’s rule.
According to the plan, they landed secretly near the village of Bakasa. This was the meeting point agreed with Luffy’s alliance. However, the village was in ruins, with only a few ragged children collecting firewood.
What happened? Li Yong squatted down and handed a boy food.
The boy stepped back warily, and only relaxed a little when he saw Eric’s Wado Ichimonji: You… are not Kaido’s men?
We are here to defeat Kaido. Li Yong said softly.
Hope suddenly lit up in the boy’s eyes: Really? Then…then follow me.
He led everyone through the hidden mountain road and came to a cave. It was crowded with the survivors of the Braided Village. And the one recuperating in the corner was the Straw Hat Pirates’ helmsman, Jinbei!
Jinbei! Li Yong stepped forward quickly. Where are Luffy and the others?
Jinbei sat up with difficulty: Mr. Li Yong… That’s great. Luffy and his friends went to Onigashima, the plan was advanced. He coughed a few times, Kaido… Kaido took Momonosuke away…
The situation is worse than expected. Luffy’s alliance has already invaded Onigashima, and they are unaware of it. Li Yong immediately ordered: Get ready to go! We must catch up!
Now? Luna checked her robotic arm. Breaking into the Yonko’s headquarters without a plan?
Sometimes, Li Yong looked towards the direction of Guidao, and the plan was no plan.
The True Dragon was heading towards the Ghost Island at full speed. Explosions and shouts of killing could be heard from afar. The sky was lit up red by the flames, and a huge skull-like building was looming in the smoke.
System, Li Yong asked in his heart, today’s ability.
[Abilities available today: Fish-Fish Fruit (Advanced), Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Advanced), Surgery Fruit (Advanced)]Fish-Fish Fruit! Kaido’s ability! Li Yong chose it without hesitation. A primitive and violent power instantly filled his body, his bones creaked, and green scales appeared on the surface of his skin.
Everyone, prepare for battle! Li Yong’s voice became low and hoarse. Let’s rush directly into the main battlefield!
When the True Dragon rushed into the port of Onigashima, the battle was already intense. Luffy’s alliance and the Beasts Pirates were in a melee, with artillery fire and swords flashing. Li Yong saw Luffy in the center of the battlefield at a glance – he was fighting fiercely with one of Kaido’s Three Calamities.
Li Yong! Luffy noticed the new reinforcements and grinned, just in time!
There was no time for small talk. Li Yong leaped into the battlefield, and the Fish-Fish Fruit fully activated. His body began to expand and deform, green scales covered his entire body, his limbs turned into claws, and his head stretched out – a giant oriental dragon rose into the sky!
Unlike Kaido’s Western dragon form, the dragon that Li Yong transformed into was slender and elegant, with flowing mane and antler-like dragon horns. The dragon’s roar resounded through the sky, and the battlefield fell silent.
Another dragon?! The Beast Group’s minions were terrified.
Li Yong hovered in the air, his dragon eyes locked on Kaido in the sky. The Four Emperors were already half drunk, but when they saw the new dragon appear, a hint of surprise flashed in their eyes.
Oh la la la la…Kaido stood up shakily. Where did you come from, little bug, to dare to imitate my abilities?
He instantly transformed into a blue dragon and soared into the sky. Two giant dragons confronted each other above the ghost island, one blue and one blue, the east and the west, the new and the old.
Are you the kid who keeps saying he wants to save the world? Kaido exhaled alcohol and said, “Let me see what you can do!”
Without further ado, Kaido blew out a hot breath. The blazing beam of light cut through the sky. Li Yong dodged flexibly, and the dragon’s tail swept past, smashing several buildings. He tried to spit out his own dragon breath – not flames, but a high-pressure water column! It turns out that the Eastern Dragon controls the power of water.
Water and fire collided in the air, evaporating a large amount of mist. The two dragons shuttled through the mist, claws and fangs constantly clashing. Every collision caused a shock wave, shaking the people on the battlefield below to stand unsteadily.
When did Li Yong have this ability? Luffy was stunned watching from below.
The captain has new tricks every day. Zhang Yun has gotten used to it. She is manipulating the weather to create a localized rainstorm to extinguish the enemy’s artillery.
The battle in the sky became more and more intense. Kaido gradually sobered up and began to take this opponent seriously. Thunderous Bagua! He swung the mace, and with a blow wrapped in the domineering color of the king, he hit Li Yonglong’s head directly.
Li Yong didn’t dare to take it head-on, so he quickly shrank back to human form to avoid the attack, and then immediately changed back to dragon form to counterattack. The dragon’s tail swung! The dragon’s tail was wrapped with armed color domineering, and it hit Kaido’s abdomen fiercely.
Ugh! Kaido stepped back in pain, a hint of surprise flashed in the dragon’s eyes, quite interesting…
The two dragons fought again, from the sky to the ground, and from the ground back to the sky. The buildings on Ghost Island continued to collapse in the fierce battle.
Why are you helping these weaklings? Kaido asked during the battle, “With your ability, join me and the new world will be within your reach!”
Li Yong tore Kaido’s scales with one claw: Because someone must stop the world from being flooded!
Chapter 43, One of the New Four Emperors (Old Version)
Flood? Kaido suddenly laughed, Oh, ha ha ha…you also know about Uranus?
Uranus, the king of heaven! One of the ancient weapons! Li Yong’s heart was shocked and his attack slowed down. Kaido seized the opportunity and knocked him away with a headbutt.
It seems you don’t know everything… Kaido chased with a grin, the flood is cyclical, the king controls it. And now, the control is about to change hands!
Li Yong crashed through several walls before stopping, his whole body in pain. Kaido’s words revealed a terrible possibility – could the ancient weapons be related to the flood? And someone is trying to control the process?
There was no time to think, as Kaido’s next wave of attacks had already arrived. The Third Generation: Inducing Naraku! The mace wrapped in the hegemony color fell like a meteorite.
Li Yong dodged hastily, but was still shocked by the aftermath and vomited blood. He realized that he could not defeat the Four Emperors with the Fish-Fish Fruit alone. He had to take a risk!
System, he shouted in his heart, activate the fusion of three abilities!
[Fish-Fish Fruit + Tremor-Tremor Fruit + Surgery Fruit Fusion Activated][Duration: 30 seconds]An unprecedented force exploded in his body. Li Yong’s dragon form changed – the dragon claws were wrapped with shock waves, the dragon scales flashed with the blue light of the surgery fruit, and the whole body expanded.
Long Zhen’s scalpel!
This attack was as fast as lightning. The dragon claw penetrated Kaido’s defense and pierced directly into his chest. At the same time, the shock wave exploded inside, and the power of the surgery fruit accurately destroyed key organs. Kaido’s eyes widened and he spit out a large mouthful of blood.
Ugh! For the first time, the Four Emperors roared in pain. This power…!
30 seconds passed in a flash. The fusion ended, and Li Yong returned to his normal dragon form, panting. Although Kaido was seriously injured, his animal-type recovery ability allowed him to still fight.
Kid…Kaido wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, you reminded me of Oden 20 years ago
Just as the two were preparing for their final fight, the entire Onigashima suddenly shook violently. Luffy shouted from the battlefield below: Hold on tight! The weather is about to change!
Li Yong looked down and saw Luffy’s body had become huge, his skin and hair had turned pure white – Gear Fifth! The form of the Sun God Nika!
That is…! Kaidou’s expression showed fear for the first time.
The following battle was almost one-sided. Luffy in Nika form swung Kaido like a skipping rope as if playing, and finally punched the Four Emperors deep into the ground with a fist that shook the world. Onigashima began to collapse.
Retreat! Li Yong shouted to the True Dragon Pirates, everyone evacuate Onigashima!
Before the island completely collapsed, everyone escaped by boat. Kaido and Big Mom were buried deep in the sea, and the Beasts Pirates fell apart. Wano Country welcomed the first ray of freedom in 20 years.
A few weeks after the war, Wano Country celebrated. Li Yong’s team rested in the Flower Capital and assisted in the reconstruction work. Luffy’s Alliance was officially disbanded, and each team received a generous reward – for the True Dragon Pirates, the most important thing was the red historical text kept by the Kozuki family.
The coordinates are complete. Robin studied the rubbings. Combining the three pieces from before, we now know the exact location of the continental shelf stabilizer – 10,000 meters directly below Marijoa.
Ten thousand meters? Luna whistled. How to get down?
The Revolutionary Army has a way, Li Yong said. Long has contacted him through secret channels, saying that the Revolutionary Army has the ancient passage leading to the underground.
What is even more surprising is that by fighting together with Luffy, the reputation of the True Dragon Pirates has reached an unprecedented height. The story of the Double Dragon War is being told all over the world, and Li Yong is recognized by the world as one of the new Four Emperors.
Four Emperors… Li Yong stood on the wall of the Flower City, looking at the celebrating crowd. We have come from the boat in the East China Sea to now…
The next step is the top of the world. Eric walked up to him, Mary Joa.
Zhang Yun rushed over: Latest news! Blackbeard attacked the Revolutionary Army headquarters!
What? Li Yong’s face suddenly changed. Where is Mr. Long?
Safely evacuated, but the headquarters was destroyed. Zhang Yun panted and said that Blackbeard seemed to be looking for something…about D’s secret.
The clues gradually become clear. Kaido mentioned Uranus, the secret of D that Blackbeard pursued, the continental shelf stabilizer, and the rising sea level…all of these point to the same conclusion: the ultimate decisive battle for the survival of the world is coming.
That night, the True Dragon Pirates held a combat meeting, and Luffy, Law and others were also invited to attend.
We decided to go to Marijoa. Li Yong announced that we would try to restart the continental shelf stabilizer.
It’s too dangerous, Luo frowned, that’s the headquarters of the world government.
So we need allies. Li Yong looked at Luffy.
The Straw Hat kid grinned: “Sounds like fun! But we have our own adventures.” He pressed his straw hat, but if you need help… just say hello!
Just like that, the plan was set. The True Dragon Pirates would join forces with the Revolutionary Army to launch a surprise attack on Marijoa. The goal was to dive 10,000 meters underground, find the stabilizer and restart it to prevent the flood from happening.
On the eve of departure, Li Yong climbed up to the highest roof of the Flower City alone. The system interface automatically expanded:
[All four blocks of red historical text were detected][Synchronization rate increased to 80%][Ultimate Mission Update: Go to the underground of Marijoa and restart the continental shelf stabilizer][Warning: The Five Elders have noticed the host’s intentions]The 80% synchronization rate brought new changes-now Li Yong can keep an ability permanently, no longer needing to randomly draw it every day. He chose the Fish-Fish Fruit, and the power of the Eastern Dragon will always be a part of him.
The night wind was blowing and the starry sky was shining. Tomorrow, they would set sail for the center of the world to face the strongest enemy. But at this moment, Li Yong felt only peace in his heart.
Regardless of success or failure, the name of the True Dragon Pirates has been engraved in the history of this era. And their story is far from over.
Chapter 44, 50 Baileys Reward (Old Version)
The cherry blossoms in Wano Country have not yet withered, but the True Dragon has already sailed towards the Red Earth Continent. On the deck, Li Yong stared at the four red historical text rubbings in his hands, and the system interface flashed a disturbing message:
[Continental shelf stabilizer status: No. 1 – Failed, No. 2 – Failed, No. 3 – Unstable operation (efficiency 21%)][Countdown to global flooding: 3 years, 7 months and 2 days][Warning: Sea level rise is accelerating, the current rate is 2.1 meters/year]It has risen nearly four times in two years… Li Yong muttered to himself. At this rate, it won’t take twenty years at all, and most of the islands will disappear in three years.
Zhang Yun came hurriedly, holding the latest newspaper in her hand: “Something big has happened! The World Government has issued a special wanted order for you – the most dangerous criminal, with a bounty of 5 billion Baileys!”
Li Yong took the newspaper. The front page was printed with his photo and the blood-red words “DEADORALIVE”. The charges listed in small print below included: attempting to subvert the world order, stealing ancient weapon technology, murdering the Celestial Dragons (this was a false accusation), etc.
They are scared, Robin analyzed, you have the secret of the stabilizer and threaten their Ark plan.
What Ark Project? Luna asked curiously.
Robin’s expression became serious: Rumor has it that the World Government is secretly building a giant ark in Marijoa to accommodate only the Celestial Dragons and selected slaves.
Abandoning all of humanity? Eric punched the side of the ship, just like those rubbish.
At this moment, a voice came from the lookout: A fleet has been spotted ahead! The main force of the navy!
Li Yong rushed to the bow, and the scene in the telescope made his blood freeze – at least twenty warships surrounded them in a fan shape, leading the way was the flagship of the new Navy Marshal Akainu, and next to them was Aokiji’s bicycle!
The entire navy was deployed? Zhang Yun’s face turned pale.
No, Li Yong adjusted the focus. There was no Kizaru… but having two former admirals was enough.
The True Dragon immediately entered combat mode. Luna activated all hidden weapons, and the muzzles extended from all parts of the hull; Eric commanded the newly joined warriors to prepare for boarding; Zhang Yun began to create artificial fog barriers; Robin contacted the Revolutionary Army for support.
System, Li Yong called out in his heart, today’s ability.
[Abilities available today: Door-Door Fruit (Advanced), Mimicry Fruit (Advanced), Surgery Fruit (Advanced)]“The Gate Fruit, advanced.” Li Yong chose. Facing an enemy of this size, spatial ability is the best choice.
Akainu’s fleet began to bombard, and shells fell like raindrops. Li Yong pressed his hands on the deck: Air gate, full open!
Dozens of green doors opened in the air, and all the shells fell into the alien space. Then, Li Yong opened a huge door in front of the True Dragon: Rush in!
The True Dragon entered the gate and arrived at a strange space – there was no concept of up, down, left, or right, and countless doors were floating in the void. This was the alien space created by the Door-Door Fruit, a temporary safe haven.
How long can it last? Eric asked.
Unsure, Li Yong’s forehead was covered with sweat. Maintaining such a large scale is very physically demanding.
Everyone hurried to discuss countermeasures. Through Robin’s contact, the Chief of Staff of the Revolutionary Army, Sabo, sent a message: Blackbeard was attacking the branches of the Revolutionary Army, and seemed to be searching for something; at the same time, Red-Haired Shanks’ fleet appeared in the waters near Marijoa, with unknown intentions.
Black beard, red hair, navy… Li Yong rubbed his temple, all forces were moving.
We have to choose sides, Eric said bluntly, it is too dangerous to continue fighting alone.
The Revolutionary Army is our natural ally, Robin suggests, and they have a map to the underground.
Luna objected: “We are pirates! What’s the point of mixing with the Revolutionary Army? Pirates should sail freely!”
The argument quickly escalated, and the team was clearly divided into two factions: Robin, Zhang Yun and the newly joined samurai were inclined to unite with the Revolutionary Army, while Eric, Luna and the original team insisted on acting independently as pirates.
Enough! Li Yong stopped the quarrel. Now is not the time for internal strife! Let’s get rid of the navy first!
He opens a new door, and the True Dragon sails back into the real world—but it bumps right into Aokiji’s bicycle! The former admiral waves lazily: Yo, are you lost?
Ice Age! Aokiji waved his hand, and the sea surface froze instantly, and the True Dragon could not move.
Li Yong immediately activated the fusion of his abilities – the Door-Door Fruit plus the Surgery Fruit! ROOM: Space Replacement! The entire ship instantly swapped places with an iceberg a few miles away and escaped the ice.
Awesome! Aokiji’s voice came from behind him. He changed into an element and got on the boat! But the Marshal was not so easy to deal with.
Akainu’s lava fist has fallen from the sky: Big Fire Breathing!
At the critical moment, a bolt of lightning struck and shattered the lava. Everyone looked up and saw a Red Farr coming against the wind and waves – the pirate group of Red-Haired Shanks!
Stop it, Akainu. Shanks stood at the bow, full of domineering power. Now is not the time for infighting.
Akainu actually stopped attacking, his face gloomy: Shanks… do you know what this kid wants to do?
Save the world? Shanks smiled. Sounds good.
Under the mediation of Red Hair, the Navy temporarily withdrew. But the news Shanks brought was even more shocking: the efficiency of the stabilizer under Marijoa suddenly plummeted, causing the global sea level to rise rapidly; the Celestial Dragons had completed the construction of the Ark and were ready to evacuate at any time; and Blackbeard was collecting D’s relics, which seemed to be related to activating the stabilizer.
Why are you helping us? Li Yong asked cautiously.
Chapter 45, Blackbeard is coming (old version)
Shanks smiled mysteriously: Maybe it’s because we have a common friend. He pulled up his sleeves to reveal the tattoo on his arm – the pattern was exactly the same as the border of Li Yong’s system interface!
This is…!
The ancient mark, Shanks lowered his sleeve, the mark of the system holder.
Li Yong’s heartbeat quickened. Did Shanks know about the existence of the system?
Come on board my ship and talk, Shanks invited, some things are not suitable for public discussion.
In the captain’s room of the Red Farr, Shanks showed more shocking information: eight hundred years ago, the ancient kingdom built three continental shelf stabilizers to prevent global flooding; at the same time, it created a capacity allocation system as a backup plan; those who hold the system are called mediators, who can temporarily control the sea level when the stabilizer fails.
You are the mediator of this generation, Shanks looked directly into Li Yong’s eyes, but the system is incomplete, you can only delay the flood, you can’t stop it.
Where is the complete system? Li Yong asked anxiously.
Divided into three parts, Shanks took out an ancient map. The one in your body is the main control unit; Blackbeard somehow got the energy unit; and the last execution unit
In the basement of Mary Geoise, Li Yong suddenly realized that it was the stabilizer itself!
Shanks nodded: But the question is – what does Blackbeard want to do with the system? And why did the Celestial Dragons guard the stabilizer for eight hundred years?
The conversation was interrupted by an emergency communication. Sabo sent a video of Den Den Mushi: Luffy and Blackbeard had a conflict on an island! The Straw Hat Pirates were in a tough fight!
We must help Luffy! Li Yong stood up immediately.
Wait, Shanks, hold him down, this is a trap. Blackbeard wants to trick you into handing over the system.
So what? I can’t watch Luffy die!
Shanks’ eyes became sharp: Sometimes, greater goals require sacrifice. Do you want to save one person, or save the whole world?
Li Yong froze in place. This was the most difficult choice he faced: go to rescue his friends, or go straight to Marijoa to save the world?
Back on the True Dragon, the team’s divisions became more serious. Upon learning that Luffy was in danger, Zhang Yun and Robin insisted on going to support him, while Eric and Luna believed that they should raid Marijoa as planned.
We are not heroes, Eric said coldly, the duty of a pirate is to pursue freedom, not to be a savior.
What is Luffy? Zhang Yun shouted angrily, he saved Wano Country! He saved so many people!
Enough! Li Yong’s domineering aura burst out uncontrollably, shocking everyone to take a step back. I decided – act separately!
The final plan was released: Li Yong, Eric and the core team continued to go to Marijoa; Zhang Yun led a team on a fast boat to support Luffy; Robin contacted the Revolutionary Army to coordinate the general attack.
When they parted, Zhang Yun hugged Li Yong tightly and said: You must stay alive.
You too, Li Yong said softly, tell Luffy…I’ll wait for him in Marijoa.
The two fleets parted ways. As the True Dragon sailed towards the Red Earth Continent, Li Yong received an urgent communication from Fishman Island – Princess Shirahoshi saw two dragons, a flood, and a broken system reunited in her dream.
The prophecy is becoming clearer…Robin mused.
Li Yong stood at the stern, looking at Zhang Yun’s team going away, feeling as if a huge rock was pressing on his chest. The system interface suddenly popped up:
[Host emotional fluctuations detected][Synchronization rate increased to 85%][New function unlocked: system resonance (can sense the location of other fragments)][Warning: Blackbeard is approaching Marijoa]The final battle is about to begin. Li Yong doesn’t know if his choice is right, but he is sure of one thing – no matter what the outcome, the world will be changed forever.
The name of the True Dragon Pirates will be engraved at the turning point of history.
The Red Earth Continent was in sight, and the silhouette of Marijoa was like a crouching beast. The True Dragon was lurking in the darkness before dawn, with all lights turned off, relying only on Robin’s guidance.
Ahead was the entrance marked by the Revolutionary Army, and Robin pointed to a barely visible crack in the cliff where the underground passage began.
Li Yong nodded and turned to the team: Eric, Luna, Haku, follow me down. The rest of you stay on the ship and keep communicating.
Luna checked her robotic arm: it had enough power and should be able to handle any door lock.
Eric silently sharpened his eyes, his gaze as sharp as a knife. He has been in this tense state since Zhang Yun left the team.
The boat quietly rowed towards the cliff. Just as it was about to reach the cliff, the system suddenly sounded an alarm:
[Other system fragments detected approaching]【Distance: Less than 1 km】
[Warning: Blackbeard is approaching]Chapter 46, Shanks Sacrifice (Old Version)
Li Yong raised his head suddenly, his Observation Haki fully activated. In the distance, several black ships were approaching silently on the sea – the Blackbeard Pirates!
“Hide!” He shouted, and everyone immediately clung to the rock wall.
Blackbeard’s flagship was parked a few hundred meters away. In the moonlight, Li Yong saw the fat figure standing at the bow, with Xiliu, Van Oka and other strong men beside him. What was even more surprising was that they were escorting a familiar figure – Zhang Yun!
How could it be… Li Yong almost gritted his teeth. Didn’t Zhang Yun go to save Luffy? How did she fall into Blackbeard’s hands?
Calm down, Robin held his shoulder, it might be a trap.
Blackbeard’s loud laughter was particularly piercing on the silent sea: Hahahaha! Li Yong, I know you are here! Come out and talk, unless you don’t care about your partner’s life or death!
Li Yong’s fingers dug deep into the rock. At this moment, another voice came from the opposite direction:
Blackbeard! Let her go!
A familiar Sunny came through the waves, with Luffy standing on the bow in anger. All the Straw Hat Pirates were present, but all of them were injured, and it was obvious that they had gone through a hard battle.
The situation suddenly became complicated. The three parties confronted each other, Zhang Yun became a hostage, and the guards of Mary Geoise could find them at any time.
System, Li Yong asked anxiously in his heart, what is the ability today.
[Abilities available today: Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Advanced), Sparkle-Spark Fruit (Advanced), Surgery Fruit (Advanced)][Synchronization rate 85% bonus: can combine three abilities, lasts for 1 minute]Top-notch ability combination! Li Yong immediately made a choice: the Phantom Phantom Fruit, advanced. Kizaru’s light speed ability is most suitable for the rescue operation.
Just as he was about to launch a surprise attack, a fourth force appeared – Red-haired Shanks’s Red Far appeared in the center of the battlefield like a ghost!
Stop! Shanks’ voice drowned out all the noise, look around you!
Everyone then noticed that dozens of navy ships had surrounded them from all directions. Admirals Akainu, Aokiji, and Fujitora had all arrived, and even the chief of CP0 had appeared on the deck. The World Government had deployed all its high-end combat power!
Damn it…Blackbeard cursed.
Shanks stood at the bow, full of domineering: Now is not the time to fight among ourselves! The navy is planning to catch us all in one fell swoop!
So what? Blackbeard grinned, I have the power of D!
No, you don’t. Shanks suddenly pulled up his sleeves, revealing the complex tattoo on his arm – exactly the same as Li Yong’s system interface! The real power of D is here.
Li Yong looked at the tattoo in shock. Looking closely, every detail of the pattern matched the system, as if it were a 3D projection.
What does this mean? Luffy asked confusedly.
Shanks took a deep breath: “Eight hundred years ago, the ancient kingdom faced a great flood. They created the continental shelf stabilizer and developed the ability distribution system as a backup plan. But after the war was lost, the system was divided into three parts – the main control unit, the energy unit and the execution unit.
He pointed at Li Yong: You have the main control unit inside you. Then he pointed at Blackbeard: You somehow got the energy unit. Finally, he pointed at Mary Geoise: The execution unit is the stabilizer itself.
Blackbeard’s expression was uncertain: So what?
So we need to cooperate! Shanks said sharply that the individual system fragments are useless, only the three together can control the stabilizer and stop the flood!
The naval fleet began to bombard, interrupting the conversation. Akainu’s roar was heard: No one will be left alive!
A melee broke out instantly. Shells rained down, and the sea was boiling. Li Yong took advantage of the chaos to activate the ability of the Pika Pika no Mi and rushed towards Blackbeard’s ship at the speed of light.
Give Zhang Yun back to me! He kicked the guard Fan Oka away and picked up the unconscious Zhang Yun.
Blackbeard did not stop him, but laughed strangely: Thief Hahaha! Take her away! Anyway, I have got what I want! He showed an ancient stone tablet with the symbol of D engraved on it.
Li Yong took Zhang Yun back to the True Dragon at light speed. Robin immediately took over the treatment: she was still alive, but very weak.
Amid the gunfire, Shanks’ voice spread throughout the place through the loudspeaker Den Den Mushi: Luffy! Li Yong! Blackbeard! Buggy! Get on my ship! Now!
Buggy? Li Yong then noticed that Buggy the Clown’s fleet had appeared at the edge of the battlefield and was trying to escape.
The situation is critical, Li Yong decided to take a gamble: Luffy! Let’s go up!
The Straw Hat Kid nodded without hesitation. The two of them used the Sunny’s Lion Rocket to jump onto the Red Far. Blackbeard hesitated for a moment, then also jumped onto the deck with Shiryu. Buggy was forcibly invited up by the Red Hair Pirates.
Representatives of the five forces stood face to face in the gunfire – Luffy represented the Straw Hat Pirates, Li Yong represented the True Dragon Pirates, Blackbeard represented his own forces, Buggy inexplicably represented the former Roger Pirates, and Shanks was the mediator.
There was no time for nonsense, Shanks got straight to the point, the navy wanted to kill us all here. The only way to survive was to join forces to enter the underground of Marijoa and restart the stabilizer.
Why should I trust you? Blackbeard asked.
Shanks suddenly ripped open his shirt, revealing a huge D tattoo on his chest: Because of this! I am the guardian of the previous generation of mediators until the true successor is found! He pointed at Li Yong, it’s you, Li Yong! The system chose you!
Li Yongru was struck by lightning. Everything suddenly made sense – why Shanks had been paying attention to him, why the system was consistent with Red Hair’s tattoo
What is the power of a devil fruit? Shanks continued to explain quickly that it was the product of ancient scientists fusing human genes with natural elements, with the intention of creating a super soldier who could fight floods. But the experiment failed, and the power user would be repelled by the sea – this is why power users are afraid of sea water!
Luffy’s eyes widened: Eh? Our ability is to fight floods?
That’s right. And your rubber fruit and Li Yong’s system are all the legacy of that era. Shanks turned to Blackbeard, Marshall D. Teach, you have the blood of a betrayer flowing in your body. The ancient kingdom was betrayed by your clan!
Blackbeard’s face was gloomy, but he did not deny it.
The artillery fire was getting closer and closer, and the Red Farr was shaking violently. Shanks suddenly coughed up a large mouthful of blood and fell to his knees.
Shanks! Luffy exclaimed.
Old wounds… Shanks smiled bitterly, listen, there is no time. Li Yong, the main control unit of the system is in your body; Blackbeard has the energy unit; the execution unit is under Mary Geoise. Only the combination of the three can control the stabilizer!
He grabbed Li Yong and Luffy’s hands with difficulty: Cooperate… otherwise the world… is over…
At this moment, a laser beam pierced Shanks’ chest! Kizaru appeared in the air without knowing when: What a touching party~
Shanks! Luffy and Li Yong shouted at the same time.
The red-haired man used his last bit of strength to push the two men away: Survive… change the world… His body began to glow, and the lines detached from his skin like living things, turning into golden streams of light that flowed into Li Yong’s body!
[Guardian inheritance detected][Synchronization rate increased to 95%][Obtain: Mediator Authority (Primary)]Shanks’ body slowly fell down, but there was a peaceful smile on his face. A generation of sea overlords, sacrificed to pave the way for the next generation.
Bastard! Luffy was furious, his Conqueror’s Haki erupted like a volcano, shaking the entire ship.
Blackbeard took a few steps back, his face changing from gloomy to bright: Mad men…they are all fucking crazy!
Bucky was so scared that he collapsed to the ground: I was just passing by!
Li Yong felt the new power surge in his body. The system interface had completely changed, now displaying detailed stabilizer control parameters and global sea level data. He looked at the others:
Shanks sacrificed his life for this meeting. Now choose – join forces to save the world, or run away and wait for death.
Luffy’s first response: I’m going to beat up those guys who killed Shanks! And then… help you!
Blackbeard grinned: Hahahaha! Okay, we’ll cooperate for now. But the system will eventually belong to me!
Bucky looked left and right: Can I…can I choose to go home?
No. Li Yong, Luffy and Blackbeard said in unison.
In this way, the most unlikely pirate alliance in history was formed under the sacrifice of Red Hair Shanks. The four quickly reached an agreement: Luffy’s team was responsible for containing the navy; Blackbeard provided the energy unit; Li Yong operated the main control system; Buggy… was responsible for being funny and attracting attention?
The plan was simple but dangerous: break into Marijoa while the chaos was going on, find the underground passage, and go directly to the stabilizer control room.
Before parting, Li Yong asked one last question: Shanks said you are the descendant of the betrayer, Blackbeard. So what is D?
Blackbeard showed his broken teeth: “D stands for Door. Our clan is the one who opens the door.” He looked at Marijoa meaningfully, and behind that door lies the true history.
There was no time to delve into this mysterious answer. The Navy’s general offensive had already begun, Aokiji’s Ice Age had frozen most of the ocean, and Akainu’s Meteor Volcano had fallen from the sky.
Action! Li Yong shouted.
The four pirate groups simultaneously launched a charge towards the Red Earth Continent. The True Dragon rushed to the front, and Li Yong stood at the bow, feeling the pulse of his body system. The 95% synchronization rate allowed him to sense the huge device deep underground – the continental shelf stabilizer, the last hope of mankind.
Shanks’ sacrifice, his companions’ trust, the fate of the world… everything depends on this battle.
[Final mission activated: Restart the continental shelf stabilizer][Reward: Dawn of a New Era][Warning: The Five Elders have activated the final defense protocol]Chapter 47, Show me the free world (old version)
Marijoa is burning.
The True Dragon broke through the navy’s defenses and crashed into the cliff cracks of the Red Earth Continent. The hull was shattered, but all the crew members successfully entered the underground passage marked by the Revolutionary Army. Blackbeard, Luffy and Buggy’s teams broke in from different directions, tying down most of the navy’s combat power.
Hurry! Li Yongchong was at the front of the team, and the system interface flashed a dazzling red light:
[Continental Shelf Stabilizer Status: Critical Failure][Countdown to global flooding: 12 hours and 47 minutes]The passage continued to extend downward, and the temperature rose sharply. Ancient mechanical structures began to appear on the rock wall – gears, pipes, and glowing lines, all of which were relics of ancient civilizations.
These devices… have been running for eight hundred years? Luna stroked the still smooth metal surface, in disbelief.
Robin deciphers the ancient writing on the wall: When the Mediator returns, the cycle of flooding will be broken… There is a clear reference to the System Holder.
The front suddenly opened up, and a huge underground cavity appeared in front of him. In the center of the cavity stood a pyramid-shaped metal structure, with the same patterns engraved on its surface as those in Li Yong’s system – the continental shelf stabilizer!
Finally… Li Yong gasped. Just then, five figures walked out of the shadows – the Five Elders!
Stop, illegal intruder, the golden-haired Five Elders said coldly.
Shockingly, their bodies began to deform, their skin peeling away, revealing a silvery-white mechanical structure! Their eyes glowed red, and their voices became electronic: Identity confirmed: System owner. Initiating final verification procedure.
What the hell…? Eric gripped the hilt of the knife.
The five mechanical elders spoke at the same time, their voices echoing in the void: We are the ancient guardians, guarding the stabilizer for eight hundred years, waiting for the return of the true mediator. Please show your credentials.
Li Yong took a step forward, and the system interface was automatically projected into the air: I am the mediator.
The Five Elders’ mechanical eyes scanned the system, and then suddenly knelt on one knee: Verification passed. Welcome back, Mr. Mediator.
Everyone was stunned. The supreme ruler of the world government was actually an ancient mechanical guard?
Wait, Li Yong asked, if you are the guardians of the stabilizer, why did you allow the Tianlong people to prepare the Ark plan? Why did you watch the world being submerged?
The blond mechanical body replied: “Primary order: Ensure the safety of the stabilizer. When there is no mediator, prioritize the preservation of elite samples. The Celestial Dragons are the descendants of the selected supervisors.”
Bastard! Li Yong shouted angrily, what do you think of billions of lives?
Secondary consideration. The machine replied coldly, Now that you have returned, control of the stabilizer is transferred. Please choose: full activation or partial activation.
Two options pop up on the system interface:
[a) Fully activate the stabilizer: The effect is permanent, but the host will be permanently turned into a stone statue due to energy overload][b) Partial activation: The host survives, but the effect only lasts for 100 years]The ultimate decision. Li Yong’s blood seemed to freeze. Sacrifice himself to save the world, or live on but leave hidden dangers?
Li Yong…Robin looked at him worriedly.
There was no time to hesitate. The cave suddenly vibrated, and Blackbeard and his men broke through the side wall and entered!
Thief hahaha! Just in time! Blackbeard laughed wildly, holding a glowing crystal in his hand. The energy unit is here!
At the same time, another wall collapsed, and Luffy, Nami, and Sanji jumped in: “Li Yong! The navy is about to break through the defense line!”
The three parties gathered in an underground cave, and continuous explosions were heard overhead – the navy was attacking with all its might.
The situation suddenly became tense. Blackbeard raised the crystal with a grim smile: Do you want this? Exchange it for the system!
Don’t believe him! Luffy yelled.
The Mechanical Five Elders sounded the alarm: Warning: External defenses are about to collapse. Mediator, please operate the stabilizer immediately.
Li Yong looked at Luffy, then at Blackbeard, and then at his companions. Eric was covered in blood but still standing; Luna’s mechanical arm was sparking; Robin was tired but determined; Zhang Yun… Zhang Yun’s eyes were filled with thousands of words.
I’ve made up my mind. Li Yong took a deep breath, and the system was ready to be fully activated.
What?! Everyone exclaimed.
But not using Blackbeard’s energy unit. Li Yong suddenly activated the ability of the Pika Pika Fruit and rushed towards Blackbeard at the speed of light, using this!
He grabbed the energy crystal with one hand and activated the ability of the surgery fruit: ROOM Baton! He teleported the crystal into his body!
No! Blackbeard roared, but it was too late. The crystal merged with the system in Li Yong’s body, bursting out with dazzling golden light.
【System integration completed】
[Synchronization rate 100%][Ultimate Permission Unlock][Host: Please confirm your final choice]Li Yong did not hesitate: fully activated.
[Confirmed: Fully activated continental shelf stabilizer][Program start: Global node synchronization starts][Warning: This process is irreversible]The entire underground cavity vibrated violently, and the lines on the surface of the stabilizer lit up one by one, spreading from the bottom to the top. Li Yong felt an indescribable force flowing through his body, while also rapidly solidifying his limbs.
Li Yong! Stop! Zhang Yun rushed over and tried to pull him, but was bounced away by the energy field.
It’s too late. Li Yong smiled, this is the only way.
He turned to Luffy and said, “Luffy, become the Pirate King. Show me the free world.”
Chapter 48, He Did It (Old Version)
Luffy pressed his straw hat and nodded seriously, “Of course.”
Blackbeard saw that the situation was not good and turned around to escape. Suddenly, the ceiling collapsed, and Akainu, Aokiji and the chief of CP0 landed with a large number of navy!
Take them all! Akainu roared.
Don’t even think about it! Eric and Luffy rushed forward at the same time to buy time for Li Yong.
The light of the stabilizer became stronger and stronger, and Li Yong’s body gradually petrified from his feet. He looked at the system interface and suddenly found a serious problem – the stabilizer needed to adjust the pressure difference of tens of thousands of nodes around the world at the same time, and the system’s automatic mode was not accurate enough!
Need…manual fine-tuning… Li Yong said with difficulty, but the petrification had spread to his waist and he could not operate.
At this moment, Nami stood up and said: Let me do it!
you?
My sense of direction can sense global air currents and ocean currents. Nami stepped forward firmly and told me what to do!
The last hope. Li Yong grabbed Nami’s wrist with his right hand, which had not yet turned to stone, and partially transferred the control of the system: I leave it to you… Genius Navigator
【Establishment of shared control】
[New Operator: Nami]【Calibration accuracy: 99.99%】
Nami’s eyes suddenly turned completely blue, as if countless ocean current diagrams were flashing in them. Her fingers quickly clicked in the void, precisely adjusting each parameter.
The petrification had spread to Li Yong’s chest. He finally looked at his companions – Eric was fighting with Akainu, his sword colliding with lava; Luna and Robin teamed up to fight CP0; Zhang Yun…
Zhang Yun broke through the siege and rushed to him, tears falling silently. Without saying a word, she just tightly held his hand that had not yet turned to stone.
Goodbye… Li Yong said softly, and then turned completely into a stone statue.
At this moment, the stabilizer emitted a deafening buzzing sound, and a golden beam of light broke through Mary Geoise and reached the sky. All the seas in the world shook at the same time, and then… a miracle happened.
In the Chabaoti Archipelago, the rising sea water suddenly stopped and began to slowly recede.
On Fishman Island, the broken waterproof cover was automatically repaired and the pressure returned to normal.
In the East China Sea, residents of the village of Kekoyasi cheered as the sea level dropped by a full meter.
People all over the world looked up at the sky, the dark clouds dispersed, and the sun shone – the flood had stopped!
Underground in Marijoa, the battle was suspended due to this sudden change. Everyone felt a fundamental change – the world was saved.
Blackbeard escaped in the chaos; the navy was forced to retreat; Luffy knelt in front of the stone statue of Li Yong, his straw hat hiding his expression; Zhang Yun rested his forehead against the statue’s hand, not moving for a long time.
Nami recovered from the control state, tears streaming down her face: He did it…
Robin gently stroked the lines on the surface of the stone statue: These are ancient characters…recording his story.
Eric inserted the sword next to the stone statue: Your sword will protect you forever.
Luna carved the True Dragon Pirates’ logo on the statue’s shoulder: Our Captain, Forever.
……
Many years later, in the central sea of the new world, a small island rose from the sea. In the center of the island stood a lifelike stone statue – Li Yong stretched his hand to the sky, facing the sun. There was a line of words engraved at the foot of the stone statue:
Here lies the pirate who changed the world. When the flood comes again, the hero will return.
The flag of the True Dragon Pirates always flies on the island. Eric becomes a swordsman and trains a new generation of swordsmen; Zhang Yun draws the most accurate sea chart in the world and returns to the statue every year to update it; Luna’s technological inventions change the way of sailing; the archaeological academy established by Robin continues to explore the truth of the blank 100 years.
Whenever a storm came, the sailors would say that it was Li Yong testing his new abilities; whenever the sea was calm, the children would say that it was him smiling.
A legend about a time traveler, a system, and a pirate has become a myth. And in some unknown dimension, a new story may be about to begin…
[System status: Sleeping][Continental Shelf Stabilizer: 100% operational][New Task: Waiting]Chapter 49, I Became a Child (Old Version)
I opened my eyes, and the dazzling sunlight made me immediately raise my hand to shield it. My palm was much smaller than I remembered, chubby, and with the roundness that only children have.
Where is this? I tried to stand up, but found that my legs were ridiculously short. The sand on the beach slipped through my fingers, the waves hit the shore, and a small village in the distance lay quietly in the sun.
My last memory was staying up late to finish my manuscript. As an online novel writer, I was writing the key plot, and then… my heart ached?
Hello! Who are you?
A lively child’s voice came from behind. I turned around and saw a black-haired boy wearing a straw hat tilting his head to look at me. He was about four or five years old, with a scar under his left eye and big, bright eyes.
My breath hitched – I knew this face all too well.
Luffy? My voice turned into a childish one, and I called out the name tremblingly.
Wow! Do you know me? The boy jumped up excitedly. Great! Come and play with me! Makino said we can’t go to the forest today. It’s so boring!
He grabbed my wrist without saying anything, with amazing force. I stumbled as he dragged me toward the beach, my brain still processing the current situation: I traveled through time? I became a child? And I met Luffy as a child?
Wait, Luffy, what year is it in the Haiyuan calendar now? I asked hurriedly.
Haiyuanli? I don’t know! Luffy has already squatted down and started to pile up sand. Let’s build a super-big castle! Taller than a mountain!
I estimated Luffy’s age, and it should be before he met Sabo and Ace. In other words, there are at least a few years before those key events happen.
You haven’t told me your name yet! Luffy poked my face with his sandy fingers.
Li Yong, my name is Li Yong. I answered subconsciously, and was surprised at the fluent Japanese I spoke. It seems that time travel also comes with a language pack.
Li Yong! Let’s compete to see who can build the tallest sand castle! Luffy is already concentrating on his sand castle project.
I followed him mechanically, but inside I was in turmoil. I, an adult, traveled to the world of One Piece, became the body of a three-year-old child, and became a playmate of four-year-old Luffy? This was ridiculous!
But Luffy’s innocent laughter infected me. Before I knew it, I also got into the sandcastle game, and even argued with him about whose tower was taller.
You two, how come you are covered in sand?
A gentle female voice came. I looked up and saw a young woman with green hair standing on the beach with a shopping basket in her hand.
Makino! Luffy cheered and ran over, leaving a trail of sand footprints. This is my new friend Li Yong!
Makino squatted down, wiped the sand off Luffy’s face with his sleeve, and then smiled kindly at me: Hello, Li Yong. Where are your parents?
I opened my mouth, not knowing how to answer. I couldn’t say I came from another world, could I?
He’s alone at the beach! Luffy rushed to answer, Can I take him home? Makino? Please!
Makino hesitated for a moment, but when he saw my dirty little face and ill-fitting clothes (ordinary children’s clothes automatically generated by the system?), he softened his heart: “Okay, take him back to take a bath and eat something. Then we’ll go ask if anyone in the village knows him.”
Just like that, I was pulled by Luffy and followed Makino to the tavern in Windmill Village. On the way, I noticed that the iconic windmill was slowly turning at the entrance of the village. Several villagers greeted Makino in a friendly manner and looked at me, a strange child, curiously.
Makino’s tavern was warm and clean. She prepared hot water for us to take a shower, and found a set of Luffy’s spare clothes for me to change into. The clothes were a little big, but it was better than being wet.
Eat, are you hungry? Makino put down two plates of steaming stew and bread in front of us.
Luffy was already wolfing down his food, and I stared at the food, suddenly feeling a pang of sadness in my nose. In this strange world, this simple warmth almost brought me to tears.
Thank you, Miss Makino, I whispered, holding the spoon in my unaccustomed child’s palms.
What a polite child. Makino smiled and patted my head.
At night, Makino made a small bed for me in the storeroom of the tavern. Luffy insisted on sleeping with me, but Makino refused because the bed was too small. He pouted and was driven back to his room.
Lying in the dark, I listened to the sound of the waves and the occasional chirping of insects outside, and my mind was filled with thoughts. I had traveled to the world of One Piece and became a child. What did this mean? Do I have a system? Do I have a mission? Or was it just a simple travel?
More importantly, how can I survive in this dangerous world? The world of One Piece is beautiful but cruel. Devil Fruit users, admirals, Shichibukai, the Four Emperors…any one of them can easily crush a child.
But thinking of Luffy’s innocent smile and Makino’s gentleness, I feel a glimmer of hope. At least now, I have a starting point. Moreover, if I can grow up with the future Pirate King…
The moonlight from the window poured in, and I made up my mind: since fate has brought me here, I must live well. Tomorrow, I will observe the world more carefully and find my own advantages.
With this determination, I slowly closed my eyes. Tomorrow will be a new day.
Chapter 50, The Iron Fist of Love (Old Version)
This is how my life in Windmill Village began.
A month passed, and Makino and the village chief tried every way to find my family but failed. Finally, at Luffy’s persistent request, I was able to stay in Makino’s tavern and help with odd jobs in exchange for food and lodging.
Li Yong! Come and see!
Luffy’s voice came from outside the tavern. I put down the wine glass I was wiping and cast a questioning look at Makino. She smiled and nodded, and I immediately ran out the door.
On a sunny morning, Luffy stood under a big tree at the entrance of the village, waving a wooden stick in his hand with an excited blush on his face.
I found a really cool sword! he announced, as if the gnarled branch were some famous sword.
I couldn’t help but laugh: Is that a branch?
No! This is the sword of the future Pirate King! Luffy corrected me seriously, and then suddenly pointed the sword at me, let’s duel!
Four-year-old Luffy looked younger than his actual age, and his big eyes on his round face sparkled with pure joy. I sighed and picked up another branch: Okay, but don’t cry if you lose.
I won’t cry! Luffy yelled and rushed over.
Our sword fight soon turned into a rolling ball on the grass. Luffy was incredibly strong, but my adult mind made me better at using my skills. Eventually, I managed to pin him down.
Give up?
No way! Luffy struggled, and suddenly his eyes lit up, Ace!
I turned around subconsciously, and Luffy immediately turned over and pressed me down. I realized that I had been tricked – Ace should not have appeared in Luffy’s life yet.
You’re cheating! I protested.
Luffy laughed: Pirates have to be cunning!
This sentence made me stunned. In the original work, Luffy was never known for being cunning. It seems that he had not yet fully formed that kind of stubborn character in his childhood.
Just as I was thinking, there was a commotion in the distance. We got up and saw several villagers running towards the village chief’s house in panic.
What happened? Luffy was immediately attracted and pulled me over.
In the center of the village, a fisherman with blood all over his face was describing something to the village chief. We approached quietly and heard some fragments.
…the bandits…demanded all the wine…and beat up the warehouse guards
Luffy’s eyes lit up: Bandits? How cool!
I quickly covered his mouth. Bandits in this world are no joke, especially to two unarmed children.
The village chief looked solemn: “Do as they say first. I have sent people to the next town to ask for the navy, but they will not arrive until at least tomorrow.”
After the crowd dispersed, Luffy broke free from my hand and said: Let’s go see the bandits!
No! I lowered my voice, it was too dangerous!
What are you afraid of! I want to be the Pirate King, how can I be afraid of a mere bandit! Luffy straightened his chest, then lowered his voice and said mysteriously, “And we can watch secretly without them noticing.”
I should have refused. Reason told me that this was simply courting death. But looking at Luffy’s sparkling eyes and thinking about the powerful enemies he would face in the future, I nodded my head.
We quietly crept to the hillside near the village and overlooked the harbor. Five or six vicious bandits were rolling wine barrels onto a small boat. One of them was a big man wearing a red scarf, who was obviously the leader.
Wow, that guy’s sword is so big! Luffy said excitedly, pointing at it.
Hush! Keep your voice down! I’m so nervous. These are real desperadoes.
At this moment, an accident happened. Luffy slipped and several stones rolled down the hillside. The bandits immediately looked up and found us.
“Little devil! What are you looking at?” the red-turbaned man yelled.
I was freezing cold, but Luffy stood up and shouted, “You bad guys! Get out of our village!”
Luffy! I pulled his clothes in fear.
The bandits burst into laughter, and the red-turbaned man drew his knife with a fierce smile: “You are quite courageous, little bastard. Come up, I will teach you how to talk to an adult!”
Luffy was about to go down the mountain without hesitation, and I held him tightly: Are you crazy? They will kill us!
I’m not afraid! Luffy broke free from my hand, I want to protect the village!
At that moment, I saw the shadow of the future Pirate King. Even at the age of four, Luffy’s courage and desire to protect were already evident. And I, a time traveler with an adult soul, was trembling here.
Shame and responsibility suddenly flooded my heart. I can’t let Luffy face danger alone.
Wait, I’m with you! I’ll catch up with him, but you have to listen to my plan!
Luffy looked at me puzzledly: Plan?
Yes, the plan. I thought quickly, we lead them into the forest, where the terrain is complicated, and then…
This is too much trouble! Luffy interrupted me and rushed down the hill. Hey! Bad guys! Come and catch me!
I stared at him in amazement as he ran towards the bandits, and I had no choice but to follow him. The bandits were obviously shocked by his unexpected move, and then they burst into laughter.
You ignorant little devil! The red-turbaned man waved his hand and caught them!
Two bandits rushed towards us. Luffy nimbly dodged the first one, but was grabbed by the second one and lifted up.
Let him go! I rushed forward and kicked the bandit’s leg, but it was like kicking against a stone.
The bandit grinned and stretched out his other hand to grab me. In despair, a mechanical voice suddenly sounded in my mind:
[Daily lottery system activated][Detected that the host is in danger of life, start early][Devil Fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Spring Fruit (Bellamy), Drill Fruit (Buffalo), Slippery Fruit (Alrita)][Please select an ability, valid for 24 hours]I was stunned, and then I was ecstatic. My golden finger finally came! Although it was only a temporary ability, it was enough to save my life!
Without time to think, I immediately chose the spring fruit that looked most suitable for battle.
A strange force instantly flowed through my body. My legs suddenly became incredibly elastic. The moment the bandit’s hand was about to touch me, I instinctively squatted down, and then suddenly jumped up!
Spring Sniper!
I didn’t expect to call out the name of this move, but my body seemed to automatically know how to use the ability. My knee hit the bandit’s chin hard, and he let go of Luffy with a scream.
Wow! Li Yong, can you perform magic? Luffy’s eyes widened.
I’ll explain later! I grabbed him as soon as I landed and took care of them first!
The other three bandits rushed over. My spring power made my movements strange and fast. I bounced between them like a ball, punching and kicking from incredible angles. Although Luffy had no power, his flexibility and strength far exceeded that of an ordinary child. We were able to fight back and forth with the bandits for a while.
Damn little devil! The red-turbaned man was furious and drew out his sword to chop him.
I pushed Luffy away, compressed my legs to the limit and bounced away, narrowly avoiding the blade. But the big man changed his tactics very quickly and slashed at my chest with his backhand!
At the critical moment, a black shadow fell from the sky and punched the bandit on the head. The big man fell to the ground without even a grunt, and an exaggeratedly large bump appeared on his head.
The other bandits retreated in horror: Monkey…Monkey D. Cap!
I looked up and saw a burly old man standing there, wearing a vice admiral’s cape, his fists still in a striking posture. He had eyes similar to Luffy’s, but with an amazing aura.
Grandpa! Luffy cheered.
My legs went weak and I sat on the ground. This is the Navy hero, Iron Fist Garp! He looks even more majestic than in the comics.
Garp glanced at the fallen bandit, then glared at Luffy: You’re causing me trouble again!
No way! We are protecting the village! Luffy retorted unconvinced.
Cap’s eyes turned to me and I was too nervous to speak.
Who is this kid? he asked Luffy.
My good friend Li Yong! He is so awesome, he can turn into a spring! Luffy said excitedly.
Garp raised his eyebrows: A devil fruit user?
No, I… I don’t know how to explain the existence of the system.
Garp suddenly grabbed Luffy and me by the collar and lifted us up: “Two little brats dare to challenge bandits? Looks like we both need to be taught a lesson!”
Let me go! Grandpa! Luffy struggled.
Cap ignored us and dragged us towards the village, shouting to the marines behind him: Lock up these rubbish!
Back at Makino’s tavern, we received the harshest reprimand we had ever received. Cap’s voice made the windows buzz, and Makino looked at us with both worry and reproach.
Especially you! Garp’s big face came up to me and corrupted my grandson!
I feel very wronged: It was obviously Luffy who came first…
How dare you talk back! Karp hit me on the head with his fist of love, and I immediately saw stars and a big bump appeared on my head.
Luffy actually laughed: Haha, you have a bump on your head too!
You’re in it too! Garp punched Luffy as well.
At night, Luffy and I sat at the back door of the tavern with big bags on our heads and looked at the stars.
I’m sorry for getting you into trouble, I whispered.
Luffy didn’t care: What does it matter! Today was so much fun! By the way, how did you become a spring?
I hesitated for a moment, and decided to partially confess: I… have a special ability that allows me to gain the power of a devil fruit every day, but it can only last for one day.
Wow! So cool! Luffy jumps up, what will his ability be tomorrow?
I don’t know, it appears randomly every day. I smiled bitterly.
Luffy danced with excitement: “This is more powerful than a devil fruit! Li Yong, when we go out to sea, you must be my partner!”
I looked into his sparkling eyes and a warm feeling welled up in my chest: Okay, sure.
At this moment, the system’s voice sounded again:
[Today’s ability will expire][System prompt: There is a potential correlation between ability extraction and the environment and host needs][Tomorrow’s lucky draw time: 0:00 am]I was stunned. What was the system suggesting? The abilities drawn were not completely random? Did that mean it was easier to draw useful abilities in dangerous situations?
Li Yong? Luffy looked at me in confusion.
Nothing. I smiled and was just thinking about what ability I would get tomorrow.
Luffy put his arm around my shoulders and said: “No matter what it is, it will be great! Because you are my partner!”
My nose was sore. In this strange world, I was recognized by the future Pirate King. Maybe this time travel was not a curse, but a gift.
In the distance, the voices of Garp and Makino talking could be heard faintly:
…The child’s origin is unknown…
…just a normal kid…
…as annoying as Luffy…
I clenched my fists. No matter what challenges lie ahead, at least today, I have found a reason to survive in this world.
Chapter 51, Translator (Old Version)
The system notification sound woke me up at exactly midnight.
[Devil Fruit abilities available today: Transparent Fruit (Absalom), Bubble Fruit (Kalifa), Animal Communication Fruit (understand animal language)]I rubbed my eyes and looked at Luffy sleeping on the bed next to me in the moonlight. Garp left after teaching us a lesson yesterday, but warned us that he would come back to check frequently.
Among the three abilities, the Bubble Fruit seems the most useless, the Transparent Fruit is very practical but not for the time being, and the Animal Communication Fruit… although it is also useless. But I remembered that Luffy said he would take me to explore the forest.
Choose animal fruit, I said to myself.
A warm current flowed into my throat, and strangely, I didn’t feel any discomfort. I tried to whisper to a gecko on the windowsill: Hello?
Hey, the little ghost can talk now? The gecko replied lazily, sticking out his tongue, “Why are you human kids making noise in the middle of the night?”
I covered my mouth to hold back my exclamation. He really understood! This ability is amazing!
Sorry to bother you, I whispered.
The gecko tilted its head and glanced at me: “Strange kid.” Then it slid away.
I was so excited that I couldn’t fall asleep until dawn. I just closed my eyes when Luffy woke me up.
Li Yong! Get up! Let’s go explore the forest! Luffy’s loud voice hurts my eardrums.
I forced my eyes open and saw that Luffy was fully armed – carrying a small cloth bag on his back, a straw hat tilted on his head, and holding the wooden stick he called a sword in his hand.
So early… I muttered, but Luffy had already dragged me out.
Makino was preparing breakfast in the kitchen. Seeing that we were about to go out, she quickly packed two sandwiches and stuffed them in our hands: Don’t go too far, and come back before noon!
Got it! Luffy grabbed the food and rushed out of the tavern with me.
The windmill village was shrouded in mist in the early morning, and the air smelled of sea salt and soil. Luffy rushed in front like a little beast, and I trotted to keep up. My five-year-old body was more energetic than I thought, but it was still far behind Luffy.
Hurry up! There are so many fun things in the forest! Luffy turned around and shouted.
We walked through the fields near the village and entered a dense forest. The sun shone through the leaves, casting mottled shadows on the ground, and the chirping of various birds was heard one after another. Luffy was obviously very familiar with this place, and he nimbly shuttled between tree roots and rocks.
Look! This is the secret base I found! Luffy proudly pointed to the open space under a big tree, where there were several stones arranged in a circle and a simple small wooden box.
I was about to say something complimenting when I heard a deep growl. Luffy heard it too, and we turned our heads at the same time—20 meters away, a huge wild boar was staring at us, its fangs flashing coldly.
Wow! What a big pig! Luffy shouted excitedly, he could eat it for several days!
The wild boar was enraged by the shout and dug its hind hooves into the ground, ready to charge. I grabbed Luffy, who was eager to try, and said, “Wait! It’s ten times bigger than us!”
What are you afraid of! Luffy broke free from my hand and raised the stick. Look at me!
The wild boar is coming! At the critical moment, I rushed in front of Luffy and shouted at the wild boar: Stop! We are not here to fight!
A miracle happened. The wild boar suddenly stopped and looked at me in confusion: Can you speak our language?
Luffy was stunned: Li Yong, are you squealing like a pig?
I didn’t have time to pay attention to him and continued to say to the wild boar: We are just passing by and don’t want to hurt you.
The wild boar snorted: Hurt me? Just you two little guys? It came closer and sniffed me, strange human cub. You have a special smell.
We can be friends. I tentatively said, remembering the sandwich that Makino gave me in exchange for you.
I took out the sandwich and unwrapped it. The wild boar took a bite and immediately wagged its short tail in delight: “Delicious! Much better than tree roots!”
In this way, the originally dangerous encounter turned into a strange tea party. The wild boar told us that its name was Da Ya and it was the security captain of this forest. Although Luffy could not understand animal language, he relaxed when he saw that the wild boar stopped attacking, and even boldly touched Da Ya’s mane.
“You humans are usually annoying,” said Big Tooth, chewing his sandwich, “but you’re not bad. Be careful in the swamp to the east. There’s a bad-tempered alligator here recently.”
After saying goodbye to Da Ya, Luffy pestered me to explain what had just happened.
Today I could understand what animals say, and I told him that I had just negotiated with a wild boar.
Luffy’s eyes lit up like stars: “Cool! Ask that bird what it’s saying!” He pointed to a blue-feathered bird that was singing on a branch.
I concentrated and heard the birds singing: There are so many insects, I will have enough to eat today~ My wife will lay eggs soon, we need good nutrition~
After listening to my translation, Luffy laughed so hard that he fell backwards. In the next few hours, we talked to various animals in the forest as if we had discovered new toys. Squirrels told us which tree had the sweetest fruit, rabbits pointed out the best mushroom collecting spots, and even an old snake told us the history of the forest.
At noon, we returned with a full load – our pockets were filled with wild fruits and nuts, and Luffy also carried a large bunch of wild flowers and said he would give it to Makino.
Li Yong, your ability changes every day, right? Luffy suddenly asked on the way back to the village.
I nodded: Well, randomly select three every day and choose one to use for a day.
What will be his ability tomorrow? Luffy looked up and thought, it would be great if he could breathe fire! Or fly!
Seeing his excitement, I couldn’t help but smile. Luffy is always looking forward to the unknown, and this trait will shine in the future Pirate King.
Luffy, I can’t help but ask, why do you want to be the Pirate King?
Luffy stopped and thought seriously for a while, then pointed to the sea in the distance: Because the sea is the freest! The Pirate King is the freest person, he can go anywhere, eat any food, and make any friends! He turned to look at me, his smile was brighter than the sun, and now that you are my partner, it will definitely be more fun!
My chest warmed up. In this world, I was originally just a stranger without a place to belong, but Luffy’s simple and direct words gave me a place. Perhaps, accompanying this boy to grow up and witnessing his journey to become the Pirate King is the meaning of my coming to this world.
In the evening, when we were playing in the small port of Windmill Village, we found a strange ship approaching the shore. Unlike ordinary merchant ships or fishing boats, this ship had black sails and gun muzzles on the side.
It’s a pirate ship! Luffy whispered excitedly, let’s sneak up and take a look!
I should have refused. Reason told me that this was more dangerous than bandits. But maybe Luffy’s enthusiasm infected me, or maybe the child’s body affected my thinking, I actually nodded.
We waited for the crew to go ashore to the tavern, then quietly boarded the ship. There was no one on the deck, and faint laughter could be heard from the cabin. Luffy was like a curious kitten, touching and looking around, and even wanted to turn the steering wheel, but I pulled him back in time.
We should go down, I said nervously, it would be terrible if we were discovered.
Just then, the cabin door suddenly opened and a drunken pirate came out to relieve himself. We quickly hid behind a pile of barrels.
Who’s there? The pirate seemed to have heard the noise and staggered over.
I thought quickly and remembered that the system was still functioning well today. I whispered to a nearby seagull: Can you help me?
The seagull understood and suddenly swooped down to peck at the pirate’s head. While the pirates were shouting and chasing the birds away, I pulled Luffy off the boat.
We ran all the way and didn’t stop until we were sure no one was chasing us. We looked at each other and laughed, panting.
It’s so exciting! Luffy’s eyes lit up. Let’s go on another adventure tomorrow!
I was about to answer when I suddenly heard Makino’s voice: You two! The village chief is looking for you!
We shrank our necks and followed Makino obediently to see the village chief. The old village chief looked at us seriously, his white beard twitching.
I heard you guys got into trouble again today? he asked.
No, Luffy looked innocent, we just made friends with the wild boar and boarded the pirate ship.
The village chief’s face suddenly turned green. Makino held his forehead and sighed.
And the wild boar…the pirate ship…the village chief pointed at me, trembling. After this kid came, Luffy’s troubles increased threefold!
But they came back safely and seemed to have had a lot of fun. Makino said gently, patting Luffy and me on the head.
At night, lying on the small bed in the tavern, I heard Makino and the village chief talking in low voices outside the door.
…That Li Yong is indeed a little special
…two troublemakers come together…
…If Mr. Karp knew…
The sound gradually faded away. Luffy was already snoring on the bed next to me. I looked out the window at the starry sky, thinking of today’s adventure, and the corners of my mouth rose unconsciously.
Yes, I did become a troublemaker. But perhaps, this is the beginning of my true acceptance of the world and my identity as a child. No longer a bystander, but a part of this world, laughing, adventuring, and growing with Luffy.
The system prompt sounded at midnight, and today’s animal conversation ability disappeared. I closed my eyes, looking forward to what new surprises tomorrow’s lottery will bring.
Chapter 52, Four people are better than three! (Old version)
Three years passed quickly in the pirate world.
When Luffy and I were seven years old, Windmill Village welcomed a boy who changed our destiny.
It was a hot afternoon, and Luffy and I were treasure hunting in the garbage dump behind the village. Luffy was convinced that pirate treasures were buried there. Although I knew it was just an ordinary garbage dump, accompanying Luffy to search had become our daily game.
Li Yong! Look what I found! Luffy held up a rusty iron can as if he had found gold.
I was just about to join in the compliment when I suddenly felt a sharp pain in my back – someone was staring at us.
I turned around and saw a black-haired boy wearing a spotted hat standing on top of the garbage mountain, holding a water pipe and looking down at us coldly. He was half a head taller than us, with a few freckles under his left eye, and his eyes were as sharp as a knife.
My heart skipped a beat—Portgas D. Ace.
Who are you? Luffy asked without any sense of danger, and waved with a smile.
Ace didn’t answer, but jumped down and slammed the water pipe in front of Luffy: Get out of my territory.
Your territory? Luffy tilted his head. This is obviously everyone’s garbage dump!
A fierce light flashed in Ace’s eyes: “If I say it’s mine, it’s mine.” He raised the water pipe and pointed it at me, and you, what are you looking at?
I subconsciously took a half step back. Seven-year-old Ace was even more dangerous than described in the comics, and he gave off an aura that told me to stay away from him.
Luffy got excited: “You wanna fight? Come on!” He picked up a stick and took a stance.
Ace sneered and swung the water pipe like lightning. Luffy’s stick broke and he was knocked several meters away.
Luffy! I rushed over to help him up. Luffy’s nose was bleeding, but his eyes were frighteningly bright.
He is so awesome! Luffy wiped the blood from his nose and said, I must make him my partner!
Now is not the time to talk about this! I whispered, looking at the approaching Ace warily.
Ace looked at us with disdain: You want to be a pirate when you are so weak? Go home and drink milk as soon as possible.
Luffy roared and rushed forward, but was knocked over by a water pipe again. I gritted my teeth and rushed towards Ace, trying to hug his waist, but he elbowed me in the back, and the pain almost suffocated me.
In less than a minute, we both lay on the ground groaning. Ace kicked Luffy: Don’t let me see you again. Then he walked away.
He’s so cool! Luffy got up, his eyes sparkling, I must be friends with him!
I rubbed my aching back and sighed helplessly. This is Luffy’s characteristic – the more he is frustrated, the more courageous he becomes. But I know that it is not that easy to gain Ace’s recognition.
Over the next few weeks, Luffy clung to Ace like a piece of taffy, always following him with a smile no matter how many times he was knocked down. I watched from a distance – Ace seemed both annoyed and confused by Luffy’s obsession.
Why do you keep following me? One day, Ace finally couldn’t help asking Luffy.
Because you are strong! Luffy said as a matter of course, and it would be boring for you to play alone, let’s play together!
Ace’s expression wavered for a moment, but soon calmed down again: I don’t need friends.
That night, the system lottery gave me the ability of the Mimicry Fruit. As the name suggests, it can imitate the appearance and voice of others. I wanted to use it for pranks, but when I thought about Ace’s matter, I had a better idea.
The next day, we followed Ace to a tree house deep in the forest – apparently his secret base. While Ace was out, Luffy and I sneaked in.
The simple tree house was filled with all kinds of loot – coins, knives, bottles of wine. There were crooked words carved on the wall: Pirate Ace.
Wow! Ace wants to be a pirate too! Luffy said excitedly.
I noticed a small booklet hidden in the corner, and when I flipped it open I found it was an account book – it recorded every penny Ace had saved, and the target amount was staggeringly large.
He was saving money to buy a boat. I suddenly understood. Ace worked so hard and was so lonely, all for that one goal – to go out to sea and prove the value of his existence.
Just then, Ace came back. When he saw us looking through his things, his face instantly turned pale.
You…how dare you… He was so angry that he was shaking and picked up the water pipe. He was definitely going to kill you this time!
Luffy was still waving the account book recklessly: Ace! Do you want to buy a ship? Let’s save money together!
Ace jumped up like a cat whose tail was stepped on: Give it back to me! He pounced on Luffy.
I quickly activated the ability of the Mimic Fruit and transformed myself into a tall and ferocious pirate, blocking Luffy: Stop it, kid!
Ace took two steps back in shock. Luffy was stunned for a moment, then laughed: Li Yong! It’s so funny when you become a villain!
I had no choice but to return to my original appearance after being exposed. Ace’s expression changed from shock to anger, and finally there was a hint of…admiration?
What’s this trick? he asked warily.
My special powers. I confessed that I gained a new power every day, but could only use it for one day.
Ace narrowed his eyes: Prove it to me.
I looked around and saw a squirrel outside the window. I imitated its voice and said a few words, and Ace’s eyes widened.
The ability will change tomorrow, I added.
Ace was silent for a long time, and finally said: …Interesting. But don’t think that I will accept you just like that.
Although he said that, his attitude towards us obviously softened afterwards, at least he no longer fought us when we met.
The turning point came two weeks later. We followed Ace to explore the deep forest and encountered a huge tiger. Not an ordinary tiger, but the kind of beast in the world of One Piece that could easily tear apart an adult.
Run! Ace yelled, pushing Luffy and I to retreat.
But the tiger had already pounced. At the critical moment, the system prompt sounded:
[Devil Fruit abilities available today: Barrier Fruit (Bartolomeo), Weapon Fruit (Baby-5), Kilogram Fruit (Mahabais)]I chose the barrier fruit without hesitation. A transparent barrier instantly unfolded, and the tiger bumped into it, dizzy.
What is this? Ace looked at the barrier I created in shock.
Today’s ability. I forced a smile, sweat on my forehead – maintaining the barrier is more energy-consuming than I thought.
The tiger was unwilling to give up and continued to attack. I kept adjusting the position of the barrier to protect everyone, but soon I was out of breath. Ace saw the opportunity and hit the tiger’s nose with a water pipe, and Luffy also picked up a stone and threw it. In the end, the tiger ran away in pain.
I collapsed to the ground, and the barrier disappeared. Ace stared at me with a complicated look: Your ability… is very practical.
This is the first time Ace has praised me. Luffy proudly put his arm around my shoulders and said: Li Yongchao is amazing! There are new tricks every day!
Ace suddenly asked: “Why are you helping me? You could have escaped by yourself just now.”
I looked into his obsidian eyes and answered seriously: Because we are friends.
Ace seemed to have heard something ridiculous, but he did not refute it. From that day on, he tacitly agreed for us to follow him.
We built a bigger tree house next to Ace’s tree house as a base for the three of us. Ace taught us how to set traps, identify poisonous mushrooms, and survive in the wild. In exchange, the new abilities I demonstrated every day became our entertainment.
What is your ability today? became the first question Ace asked when they met every morning.
The system seems to grow over time, with more and more diverse abilities and sometimes some pretty powerful fruits. Once I got the Shiny Fruit, and we spent the whole day running around the forest at the speed of light, and another time I got the Ice Fruit, and we froze a nearby stream into an ice rink.
Ace always scoffed at our little pirate group’s plan, but I noticed that he began to secretly record the deposits of three people in the account book, instead of just his own.
One rainy afternoon, we were playing cards in the tree house when Ace suddenly said, “Did you know that my father is Gol D. Roger?”
The room was silent. Luffy blinked: Who is that?
I nearly choked on my saliva – Luffy’s knowledge of pirates was as lacking as ever. Ace looked both disappointed and relieved.
One Piece. I explained softly, The Greatest Pirate.
Oh! Luffy suddenly realized that he must be super powerful!
Ace clenched his fists: But everyone in this world hates him! They hate me too! I…I shouldn’t exist!
Luffy jumped up and punched Ace in the face: What nonsense! You are you! What does your father have to do with it!
Ace was stunned. I quickly pulled them apart, but in my heart I praised Luffy’s reaction – this was probably the most touching way for Ace.
After the rain stopped, Ace left alone. Luffy asked worriedly: Did I make him angry?
No, I shook my head, I think you gave him what he needed most.
The next day, Ace came back and said nothing, but his eyes softened. Our little group of three became closer from then on.
A few months later, we met a blond boy at the edge of the forest. He was wearing elegant but dirty aristocratic clothes, holding a water pipe and looking alert.
Who are you? he asked, his voice more mature than ours.
We are the pirates of the future! Luffy announced loudly, I am Luffy, this is Li Yong and Ace!
Sabo. The boy introduced himself briefly, his eyes especially lingering on Ace. I heard there’s a very capable guy with a spotted hat nearby. Is that you?
Ace raised his eyebrows: Want to try it?
The two men started fighting without saying a word, and they were evenly matched. In the end, it ended in a draw, and they looked at each other with admiration.
Not bad. Ace wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth.
You too. Sabo smiled.
That day I happened to draw the mutant ability of the Mimicry Fruit. When everyone was resting, I imitated Sabo’s noble manners and exaggeratedly bowed: Dear gentlemen, please allow me to introduce myself~
Sabo was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter. Ace couldn’t help laughing, and Luffy rolled on the ground: Li Yong looked like a circus monkey!
The laughter of the four children echoed in the forest. Who could have imagined how this innocent friendship would change the future of the world?
On the way back to the village at night, Sabo told us that he was a nobleman in Gao Town, but he hated that kind of life. Ace rarely took the initiative to invite him to join our small pirate group, and Sabo gladly accepted.
Four are better than three! Luffy cheered, throwing his straw hat into the air.
I looked at the three high-spirited teenagers, and a warm feeling welled up in my chest. No matter how many difficulties and obstacles there are in the future, at least at this moment, we have each other.
Chapter 53, Sabo is dead (old version)
I say, we should officially become brothers!
Sabo’s proposal was made on a night with a particularly bright starry sky. The four of us sat around a bonfire in the secret base, having just finished a big fight with the nearby thugs – in fact, they were just street boys a few years older than us, but for our small pirate group, every conflict was serious.
Become brothers? Ace looked up, his eyes gleaming with the light of the campfire.
Yes! Sabo gestured excitedly, just like a real pirate group! Drinking a cup of wine and swearing to be brothers forever!
Luffy immediately jumped up: I want it, I want it! Let’s do it now!
I looked at them quietly, and a warm feeling welled up in my chest. According to the original work, this sworn brotherhood should only involve Ace, Sabo, and Luffy, but now…
Of course Li Yong wants to come with us! Luffy suddenly rushed over and hugged my neck. There are four of us!
Ace and Sabo looked at each other and nodded at the same time. Ace even smiled, which was rare: Four people are better than three.
My throat suddenly tightened. Over the past year or so, I have completely integrated into this small group, but deep down I always felt a little uneasy – after all, I am an outsider, will I change something that shouldn’t be changed? But now, this invitation has completely dispelled my doubts.
I’ll go get the wine! Sabo volunteered, the noble wine cellars in Gaozhen were the most lax in defense.
I’ll get the cup! Luffy yelled.
Don’t cause trouble again, Ace warned, but his tone was indulgent. Li Yong and I prepared other things.
The next evening, we gathered in a secluded spot on the cliff. Sabo brought a bottle of expensive-looking red wine, and Luffy borrowed four rough wooden cups—later admitted to stealing them from the Makino Tavern. Ace and I prepared a knife and a wooden board with our names engraved on it.
First, cut your finger and drip the blood into the wine. Ace said seriously, cutting a line on his index finger with a knife. His face remained calm, but the corner of his mouth twitched slightly.
Sabo followed closely, and then Luffy. Luffy’s cut was too deep, and it hurt so much that his eyes were filled with tears, but he tried hard not to cry. When it was my turn, my hands were a little shaky – a seven-year-old’s tolerance for pain was indeed not as good as that of an adult.
If you are afraid of pain, don’t be a pirate. Ace provoked me.
I glared at him and slashed decisively. Bright red blood dripped into the bottle of wine that Sabo was holding, merging with the blood of the other three people.
Now, pour the wine. Sabo poured the wine mixed with our blood into four cups.
We knelt down facing the sea and raised our glasses. Ace took the lead and swore:
Today, the four of us become brothers!
No need to be born on the same day of the same month of the same year, Sabo took over.
I only wish we could die on the same day of the same month of the same year! Luffy shouted loudly, spilling half of his wine in excitement.
No matter life or death, I will never betray you! I added at the end.
We smiled at each other and drank the blood wine. The wine was bitter and tasted like rust, but in my memory, there was no drink sweeter than this.
In terms of age, Ace is the oldest, followed by Sabo, Luffy is the third, and I am the youngest, making me the fourth brother. But strangely, I often play the role of mediator in the team – when Ace and Sabo are arguing, when Luffy acts impulsively, I always stand up and find a compromise.
Li Yong looks like a little old man. Ace often says this to me, but his tone is one of admiration rather than ridicule.
The days after we became sworn brothers were even more exciting. Our little pirate group gained fame at the Uncertainty Terminal—mostly infamy. Ace and Sabo’s fighting abilities grew day by day, Luffy’s rubber ability also began to show (after he suddenly stretched out his arms one day and knocked over three older children), and my different abilities every day became our secret weapon.
The system is indeed changing slowly. At first, the three abilities I drew every day were completely random, and I forgot them after using them. But now, I find that I can vaguely remember some of the characteristics of the abilities I have used before. For example, the gestures of the barrier fruit and the pronunciation skills of animal conversations. It’s not a complete memory, but it’s enough for me to get started faster when I draw similar abilities again.
Your abilities are evolving. Sabo pointed out sharply that they require training just like our Haki.
I nodded, but I felt a little uneasy. Why did the system grow? What would it eventually become? There were no answers to these questions.
The incident happened in the summer when Sabo was ten years old.
That morning, I drew the ability of precognitive dreaming—the ability to see fragments of the future in dreams. It should have been an exciting new ability, but I woke up in a cold sweat because the image in my dream was Sabo’s boat being hit by Celestial Dragon fire.
What’s wrong? You look so bad. During breakfast, Makino touched my forehead with concern.
It’s okay, I just had a nightmare. I forced a smile, but my heart was in a mess. This is the event of Sabo’s death! According to the original work, today is the day when Sabo was attacked by the Celestial Dragons!
I rushed to find Ace and Luffy. Sabo wasn’t there, he went back to Gao Town last night – to get more money to buy us a boat.
We have to find Saab! I told them my dream breathlessly.
Ace frowned: Just a dream, right?
No, my ability is never wrong! I stamped my feet anxiously, Sabo is in danger today! The Celestial Dragons will——
Celestial Dragons? Ace’s face suddenly changed. In this world, everyone knew what Celestial Dragons meant.
Luffy has already jumped up: What are you waiting for! Go save Sabo!
We rushed to Gaozhen, but it was too late. When we arrived at the port panting, we saw a large and ornately decorated ship leaving the port in the distance, and on the sea… the burning wreckage of the Saab boat was floating.
No…No! Ace fell to his knees and pounded his fists into the ground.
Luffy stood there, tears flowing silently: Sabo… is dead?
I was shaking all over, both because of grief and because of a deep sense of powerlessness. I knew clearly what was going to happen, but I still couldn’t stop it. The foresight of the time traveler was so pale in the face of the cruel reality.
Cheers came from afar – the nobles of Gaozhen were celebrating the visit of the Celestial Dragons. Ace stood up suddenly, with murderous intent burning in his eyes: I will kill them!
Ace, no! I held his waist tightly. Going now would be like going to die!
Let me go! Ace roared and struggled, they killed Sabo!
Sabo wouldn’t want this for you! I yelled.
This sentence was like a bucket of cold water poured on Ace’s head. He stopped struggling, but his whole body was still shaking. Luffy seemed to react at this time and burst into tears: Sabo! I want Sabo back!
The three of us hugged each other and cried together at the port. Passersby looked at us strangely, but no one came forward to ask questions – in this world, children’s tears are the least valuable things.
After returning to the secret base, Ace became silent and Luffy burst into tears from time to time. I fell into deep self-blame – if I had told Sabo about the Celestial Dragons earlier, if I had been more determined to stop him from returning to Gaozhen, if…
That night, the system lottery gave me the ability of the healing fruit. Ironically, the pain that needed to be healed the most could not be eliminated by the ability.
I quietly came to Ace and Luffy. Luffy was tired of crying, and curled up in the corner and fell asleep, with tears on his face. Ace sat at the door of the base, staring at the starry sky in a daze.
Ace…I called him softly.
What did he say at the end? Ace suddenly asked, In your dream, was Sabo…painful at the end?
I shook my head: the dream was blurry…but I believe Sabo was thinking about us until the very end.
Ace clenched his fists until his knuckles turned white: I want to become stronger…strong enough to protect the rest of us.
I silently activated my ability, my palm glowed with a soft green light, and I gently pressed it on Ace’s shoulder. His tense muscles slowly relaxed, and some minor wounds healed.
What are your abilities? he asked.
I nodded: Today can heal the wounds…but the wounds in the heart can only be healed with time.
Ace suddenly turned around and hugged me tightly, so hard that my ribs hurt. But I didn’t struggle because I felt his shoulders trembling slightly.
No more people will leave…promise me. His voice cracked.
I can’t make this promise, but at this moment, a lie is kinder than the truth: I promise you.
After that night, the three of us doubled our training intensity. Ace became stricter than ever, and Luffy stopped laughing. As for me, I began to consciously record the characteristics of the abilities I drew every day, trying to find patterns and improve the efficiency of using abilities – if I had stronger abilities at that time, could I have saved Sabo?
One month later, in the early morning, I carved the fourth person’s name on the wall of the secret base – Portgas D. Ace, Gol D. Roger, Monkey D. Luffy, Li Yong, and… Sabo, who will remain at the age of ten forever.
We will definitely become the freest pirates. Ace said as he looked at those names, taking Sabo’s place and seeing all the scenery that he never had the chance to see.
Luffy nodded heavily, his eyes shining with determination under his straw hat.
I touched the notebook in my pocket – it recorded all the powerful ability characteristics I had drawn. Maybe one day, when the system is powerful enough, I can change more things… At least, I want to protect the remaining brothers from being lost.
By the way, Ace suddenly turned to me and asked, what ability did you draw today?
I looked at the system prompt and smiled: The clone fruit can create a clone.
Luffy immediately became excited: Great! Now there are four of us!
Ace also smiled. In the sunlight, the shadows of the three children were stretched very long, and the fourth shadow will remain in our hearts forever.
Chapter 54: A glimpse of the future (old version)
Twelve years passed like flowing water.
When Luffy and I were twelve years old, the system changed significantly – the number of fruit abilities that could be extracted per day increased from three to five, and occasionally some extremely rare special abilities would appear.
What did you draw today? Luffy asked in the morning, rubbing his sleepy eyes. We lived in the attic of the Makino Tavern, with two small beds placed side by side.
I stared at the system interface that only I could see:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Foresee the future (Katakuri), Teleportation Fruit (Van Oka), Poison-Poison Fruit (Magellan), Mirror-Mirror Fruit (Brulee), Healing Fruit (Mansherry)]Foresee the future? I muttered to myself, choosing this advanced observation Haki ability that had never appeared before.
In an instant, the world unfolded before my eyes into countless intersecting rays of light. Each ray of light represented a possibility, a future. The amount of information was too much, and my head was splitting, so I quickly closed my eyes.
Li Yong? You look so pale. Luffy’s worried face came closer.
It’s okay… it’s just that my new ability is a little… strong. I took a few deep breaths and carefully opened my eyes again.
This time I controlled myself to only look at the nearest future. Blurry images flashed by: Luffy crying… rubbery arms… burning bar… Ace’s back standing on the boat
The scene faded, but the feeling of unease lingered. What big event would happen today?
Let’s go find Ace. I jumped out of bed, eager to make sure my brother was safe.
Ace is seventeen years old, much taller than us, with strong muscles, and a new ASCE tattoo on his left arm – the S with a cross in it is to commemorate Saab. He built his own hut on the edge of the uncertain terminal and was making final preparations for going out to sea.
Hey, little ones. Ace was sharpening his knife and grinned at us. What new tricks did Li Yong have today?
He can see the future! Luffy announced excitedly.
Ace raised his eyebrows: “Really? Then let’s see when I can become the Pirate King?”
I shook my head: the ability is not that strong… and the future can be changed. I hesitated, but I saw some bad pictures… Luffy was crying, and there was fire…
Ace’s expression became serious: Can you be more specific?
It’s vague…it could be today or it could be in the near future.
Ace pondered for a moment and patted my shoulder: Don’t think too much. Destiny is something that will always come.
His words did nothing to ease my uneasiness. What if history took a turn for the worse because of my intervention? What if the fire I saw was the burning of Makino’s tavern?
Ace! Li Yong! Luffy! Makino’s voice came from a distance, there are guests looking for you!
We returned to the tavern in confusion and saw a red-haired man chatting with Makino. My heart skipped a beat – Shanks!
Oh, Luffy, you’ve grown so big! Shanks smiled and ruffled Luffy’s hair. His left arm was empty, he lost his arm when he saved Luffy.
Shanks! Luffy jumped up excitedly, Look at my new move! He stretched his arms back and then hit the unsuspecting Ace in the stomach with the rubber bazooka.
Ace bent down and glared at Luffy: Idiot! How many times have I told you not to use your abilities indoors!
I observed Shanks’ pirate group. Ben Beckman, Lucky Lu, Jesus Bu… all familiar faces from the original work. They looked more real and vivid than in the comics – Beckman’s wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were deeper, and Jesus Bu had new scars on his hands.
This is Li Yong, right? Shanks turned to me and said, Luffy always mentioned you in his letters, saying that you have super powerful abilities.
I nodded shyly. Luffy did have the habit of writing letters to Shanks, but I didn’t expect to mention me in it.
“Stay for lunch,” Makino said enthusiastically.
The tavern soon became lively. The pirates drank and ate meat heartily, telling stories of the adventures of the Grand Line. Ace listened attentively, his eyes gleaming with yearning. Luffy pestered Shanks with questions.
I sat in the corner and tried to use my foresight ability again, but I could only see a blur of fire. This ability consumes too much energy and cannot be used continuously in a short period of time.
After lunch, Shanks mysteriously took out a wooden box: I brought you a gift.
Luffy immediately rushed over: What is it? What is it?
Don’t be impatient. Shanks smiled and opened the box. Inside was a bunch of strange-shaped fruits, special fruits from the Grand Line, some of which could not be seen in the East China Sea.
My blood froze instantly – one of the fruits had spiral patterns and dark purple skin…a rubber fruit!
I want to eat this! Luffy was quick and grabbed the rubber fruit.
“Wait!” Shanks and I shouted at the same time, but it was too late. Luffy took a big bite and then his whole face wrinkled up: Ugh! It tastes so bad! It tastes like shit!
Shanks held his forehead: That’s a devil fruit… You can gain abilities if you eat it, but you will become a landlubber…
Luffy had already run outside to vomit. Ace curiously picked up the bitten fruit and examined it: Is this a devil fruit? It doesn’t look special.
I was in turmoil. History was moving forward as planned. I could have stopped Luffy from eating the fruit, but then… he wouldn’t have become the rubber man Luffy we all know. This conflicting feeling made it hard for me to breathe.
Li Yong? Are you okay? Shanks asked with concern.
It’s okay…it’s just…Luffy has really become a superpower now. I forced a smile.
Shanks patted my shoulder: Don’t worry, I will teach him some basic applications.
In the next few hours, Shanks took Luffy to the beach for training. Luffy quickly mastered the basic application of rubber ability and bounced around excitedly.
Look at my rubber rocket! He launched himself high into the air, and then… fell into the sea.
Luffy! Ace and I rushed over at the same time, but Shanks had already jumped into the sea and pulled him up.
Remember, Shanks put Luffy, who was choking on water, on the beach. People with special abilities are spitted by the sea and should never go near deep water alone.
Luffy coughed and nodded, but his eyes were still full of excitement for his new ability.
In the evening, we said goodbye to Shanks and his crew. Luffy waved reluctantly until their ship disappeared on the horizon.
I’ve made up my mind! On the way back to the tavern, Ace suddenly announced that he would go out to sea tomorrow.
What? Luffy and I exclaimed at the same time.
Ace’s eyes were determined: “I was planning to wait another half a year, but after seeing Shanks today… I can’t wait any longer. My ship is ready.”
Luffy’s eyes immediately turned red: But…but we agreed to go out to sea together!
Ace squatted down and looked at Luffy: Everyone has his own journey. You should train well with Li Yong first, and then go out to sea to chase me when you are seventeen. He turned to me and took good care of this crybaby.
My throat tightened and I couldn’t speak. In the original work, Ace did go to sea at the age of seventeen, but three years earlier than Luffy. Now that the time difference has been shortened, is it good or bad?
That night, the three of us stayed in the secret base. Luffy was tired of crying and fell asleep early. Ace and I sat at the entrance of the base and looked at the stars.
Actually, I saw it… I whispered, you will announce your departure today.
Ace chuckled: “Your foresight is pretty accurate.” After a moment of silence, he asked, “What else did you see?”
There were only fragments…fire…and Luffy’s tears. I didn’t dare to say that I also saw Ace’s back, and it felt like…a farewell forever.
Ace looked at the starry sky: “Li Yong, you have always been the smartest among us. Tell me, is my choice right?”
My chest hurts. Ace’s ending in the original work… But I can’t spoil it, and I don’t dare to easily change the direction of major events.
Just follow your heart. I finally said, but promise me that no matter what happens, remember that you have two brothers in Donghai who will always support you.
Ace hugged my shoulders heavily: Of course.
I pulled a small notebook out of my pocket: Here you go. I’ve recorded the strongest abilities I’ve drawn over the years and their characteristics and my experience using them. If you’re ever in danger… maybe it can give you some inspiration.
Ace took the book, flipped through a few pages, his eyes brighter and brighter: This… is so useful! He carefully put it in his arms, thank you, brother.
The next morning, we sent Ace to the port. His boat was simple but sturdy, with a homemade pirate flag on the bow – a smiling skull with Sabo’s goggles added to it.
I will become a more famous pirate than Shanks! Ace announced confidently, you guys better not fall too far behind!
Luffy nodded while sobbing: I will definitely catch up with you! Then the three of us… no, four of us, including Sabo… will become the freest pirates!
Ace hugged us one by one and finally jumped into the boat. The sea breeze blew his black hair, and his smile under his spotted hat was as bright as the rising sun.
See you on the Grand Line! He waved goodbye.
Luffy and I stood at the dock until Ace’s boat became a black dot in the distance and then disappeared completely at the junction of the sea and the sky.
Luffy suddenly grabbed my hand and said, “Li Yong, we have to go out to sea quickly too! We can’t fall too far behind Ace!”
I looked at his face, which was still wet with tears but had regained its fighting spirit, and nodded: Of course. But before that… I pointed in the direction of the tavern, and said, “I have to help Makino clean up the table you overturned yesterday.”
Luffy stuck out his tongue and pulled me back. The sun shone on us, and the shadows of the two boys stretched long behind us.
Ace has set off, Luffy has eaten the rubber fruit, and the wheel of history is rolling forward. As a time traveler who knows part of the future, there is not much I can do – I can only become stronger, strong enough to protect important people at the critical moment.
That night, the system lottery gave me the power of the Clone Fruit. I created a clone and asked him to train with Luffy, while the original body secretly increased the intensity of training. From today on, I must be more fully prepared for the upcoming adventure.
Looking at the bright moon outside the window, I whispered to myself: See you on the Grand Line, Ace.
Chapter 55, Lucky Advisor (Old Version)
Three years passed in the blink of an eye.
When Luffy and I were fifteen years old, we finally set out to sea. During these three years, Luffy’s rubber ability improved by leaps and bounds, and my system ability became more diverse. Five options a day gave me more strategic choices, although the ability could only last for one day.
Li Yong! Look at our ship! Luffy excitedly pulled me to the port.
My eyes widened. What was anchored in the harbor was not the small fishing boat we had originally planned, but a medium-sized caravel with a sun pattern carved on the bow and three masts pointing straight up to the blue sky.
Where did this come from? I asked in surprise.
Luffy puffed out his chest proudly: Shanks gave it to me! He said it was time to fulfill his promise!
I walked around the ship. The words “Sunny Merry” were painted in bright red on the side of the ship – similar to the “Go On Merry” in the original book, but different. Going up on deck, the cabin was fully equipped: nautical charts, storage rooms, and even a small kitchen.
It was amazing! I couldn’t help but admire it. The conditions were much better than we expected.
Makino and the village chief came with farewell gifts – food, clothes, medicine, and a pirate flag designed by Luffy himself: two crossed water pipes behind the straw hat skull, symbolizing our four brothers.
Be careful. Makino hugged us in turn, her eyes red, remember to write letters often.
Especially you, Li Yong. The village chief looked at me seriously and was optimistic about this silly boy.
Luffy yelled in protest, and I smiled and nodded. In the past seven years, Windmill Village has become my real home.
After the farewell ceremony, we officially set sail. Luffy stood at the bow, raised his arms and shouted: Let’s go! To the Grand Line!
The sea breeze blew on my face, bringing with it the salty, wet smell of freedom. At this moment, my childhood dream finally came true.
By the way, Luffy suddenly turned around and asked, “What is the name of our pirate group?”
I’ve thought about this a long time ago: How about the Straw Hat Pirates, named after your iconic straw hat?
The Straw Hat Pirates…so cool! Luffy jumped up, then Li Yong you are…the lucky consultant!
Lucky consultant? I raised an eyebrow.
Because you have different lucky abilities every day! Luffy said as a matter of course.
I couldn’t help but laugh. It’s really fitting.
On the first day of the voyage, I drew the ability of the Weather Fruit, which allows me to control the weather in a small area. We sailed smoothly and our speed was twice as fast as expected.
Li Yong, look! The next morning, Luffy pointed to a small dot on the sea in the distance. Is it an island?
I squinted my eyes, and suddenly the system prompt sounded:
[Devil Fruit abilities available today: Eagle Vision (enhanced vision), Bubble Fruit (Kalifa), Silence Fruit (Corazon), Mimicry Fruit (Von Clay), Split Fruit (Baki)]I immediately selected Eagle Vision. My vision instantly became clear, and the dot became a wrecked boat with what seemed to be a human figure on board.
Someone’s in distress! I’m pointing that way, turn the rudder!
As we got closer, we saw a green-haired boy standing on a small boat, holding three knives, and confronting a huge sea monster.
Three Sword Style… I muttered to myself. Zoro! We met earlier than expected!
Wow! Three swords! Luffy’s eyes lit up. Hey! Do you need help?
The green-haired boy—it was indeed Zoro—looked at us warily: It’s none of your business!
As soon as he finished speaking, the sea monster overturned the boat. Zoro fell into the water, and it was obvious that he was not a good swimmer.
Luffy! He will drown if he eats the devil fruit! I yelled.
Luffy immediately stretched out his arms to grab Zoro and pulled him up. Zoro lay on the deck coughing up water, his face livid.
Thank you. He thanked me reluctantly, then asked cautiously, who are you?
I’m Luffy, this is Li Yong! We are the Straw Hat Pirates! Luffy introduced excitedly, do you want to join us?
Zoro looked like he was crazy: I have my own goal. Just send me to the next island.
Just then, a small navy boat appeared in the distance, calling out Zoro’s name.
The Navy is after you? I asked.
Zoro gritted his teeth and said: I owe a favor to that town over there…I must go back.
I understood immediately – this is the plot of Zoro being framed by Bellemer. Although it is one year earlier than the original work, the key events seem to be moving forward on a certain trajectory.
Luffy, I whispered, he needs help.
Luffy nodded and said to Zoro: We will help you! Then you can consider whether to join!
Zoro looked at us suspiciously, but had no choice but to agree.
After landing, things developed as I expected: we met the townspeople who were oppressed by the navy captain Monka, the kind little girl Rika, and the imprisoned Coby. Luffy decided to help the townspeople resist Monka.
Are you sure you want to do this? Zoro frowned, his opponent was a marine captain.
Luffy grinned: So what? It’s wrong for them to bully good people!
I looked at today’s system draw:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Quick Cut Fruit (Mr.1), Weight Fruit (Mahabais), Transparent Fruit (Absalom), Mimic Fruit (Von Clay), Healing Fruit (Mansherry)]Considering that the opponent is an enemy of Monka’s level, I chose the Quick Slash Fruit – the ability to turn any part of the body into a blade. Combined with my physical skills, it should be enough to deal with ordinary navy soldiers.
The battle was easier than expected. Luffy easily defeated Monka, and Zoro got his sword back. The townspeople cheered, Coby decided to join the navy and follow the right path, while Zoro
I owe you my life. Zoro put away his sword and said reluctantly, “Before I achieve my goal, I will act with you temporarily.”
Luffy cheers: Great! We have our first partner!
Just like that, the Straw Hat Pirates grew to three members. Zoro quickly adapted to our rhythm, although he showed great curiosity about my different abilities every day.
What devil fruit did you eat? On the third day on board, Zoro finally couldn’t help asking.
Uh… a special breed. I vaguely gain a random ability every day.
Zoro narrowed his eyes: I’ve never heard of that.
I laughed dryly and quickly changed the subject. The pressure of hiding the secret began to show.
On the following voyage, we headed for the Grand Line as planned. On the way, we encountered the Orange Town attacked by the Buggy Pirates. Nami, a genius navigator who was a year younger than I remembered, was trying to steal the sea chart from Buggy.
That’s my navigator! Luffy announced, pointing at the orange-haired girl jumping between the rooftops.
They obviously didn’t agree, Zoro complained.
We intervened in the battle and helped Nami escape. Today’s system lottery gave me the ability of the Flame Fruit, which just restrained Buggy’s splitting ability. After the battle, Nami reluctantly agreed to temporarily join us and take us to the Grand Line.
It’s just a deal! She stressed that we will go our separate ways when we reach the Grand Line!
But I know that this duplicitous girl will eventually become our indispensable partner.
The four-person sailing days were very lively. Nami’s sailing skills were indeed excellent, Zoro’s swordsmanship was improving every day, and Luffy… was still Luffy, always full of surprises and vitality.
As for me, I would quietly check the system at dawn every day and choose the most suitable ability for the situation I might encounter that day. When Nami was almost attacked by a sea king, I drew the ability of giantization to save her; when Zoro was injured due to excessive training, the healing fruit came in handy; when we encountered a storm, the weather fruit appeared again to help us escape.
Your abilities are always just right. One night, Nami said thoughtfully, “What a coincidence, isn’t it?”
My heart tightened and I pretended to concentrate on mending the sail: it was just luck.
Nami and Zoro exchanged a suspicious look. I knew my secret wouldn’t last long.
The real test came in Rogue Town. This is the last stop before entering the Grand Line and the hometown of Pirate King Roger. As soon as he got ashore, Luffy was excited to visit the execution platform.
That’s where the Pirate King died! His eyes lit up.
I felt uneasy. In my memory, Luffy was almost executed by Buggy the Clown here, and then caught by Smoker, but fortunately Dragon appeared to save him. But now the plot is quite different from my memory, and I don’t know what will happen next.
We’ll go together, I insisted, checking the systems today:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Lightning Fruit (Enelu), Door-Door Fruit (Bruno), Shadow-Shadow Fruit (Moria), Slippery Fruit (Alrita), Explosion Fruit (Mr.5)]The Lightning Fruit… the powerful ability of Enelu in my memory! I chose it without hesitation.
As expected, a conflict broke out in front of the execution platform. Buggy recognized Luffy and, eager for revenge, caught Luffy by surprise and put him on the execution platform.
Luffy! I yelled, but Buggy’s men stopped me, Zoro, and Nami.
Hahaha! Monkey D. Luffy, you are going to die here! Buggy raised his sword high, any last words?
Luffy showed his signature smile: I want to be the Pirate King!
The knife flashed down – at the critical moment, a bolt of lightning accurately struck the execution platform! Buggy was electrocuted to a crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, while Luffy was immune to lightning because of his rubber physique.
I raised my right hand high, and my whole body was wrapped in lightning: 100 million volts of Thor!
The entire square was enveloped in dazzling lightning, and the Buggy Pirates were completely wiped out. The townspeople who were watching looked at me in horror, calling me the Thunder Demon.
So cool! Luffy jumps up, Li Yong, you will discharge electricity!
Before I could be happy, a cold voice came: Straw Hat Luffy, and Raiden Boy…you are arrested.
The white smoke gathered in front of us and turned into the figure of Colonel Smoker. He was holding a cigar in his mouth, holding ten handfuls of seastone, and staring at us coldly.
The user of the natural smoke fruit…Zoro draws his sword and is not easy to deal with.
You go first! I’ll stand in front and hold him back!
Smoker sneered: Just you? His body turned into smoke and attacked.
200 Million Volt Thunder Dragon! I unleash my maximum power lightning, but Smoker is a nature type, so normal attacks are ineffective.
The smoke wrapped around my neck, and then a seastone hand appeared and pressed against my chest. A feeling of powerlessness instantly spread throughout my body – the suppressive effect of seastone on ability users appeared.
Li Yong! Luffy tried to rush over, but was stopped by more marines.
Just when they were in despair, the sky suddenly darkened. The wind blew violently and the rain poured down. A tall figure appeared at the edge of the square, his green cloak fluttering in the wind.
Dragon…Smoker’s face suddenly changed.
The leader of the Revolutionary Army, Monkey D. Dragon, Luffy’s father, just stood there and changed the direction of the entire battle. His eyes swept over Luffy, and then… stayed on me, as if he saw through something.
Under the cover of the storm, we managed to escape. Back on the ship, Nami immediately ordered to set sail.
Who is that person? Zoro asked, why did you help us?
I don’t know, Luffy scratched his head, but it felt a little familiar.
I remained silent. The way Long looked at me made me uneasy – did he notice something? The identity of the traveler? The existence of the system? Why did he give me a very familiar feeling, as if I hadn’t seen a friend for a long time…
The ship sailed towards the entrance of the Grand Line, Upside Down Mountain. Nami steered the ship attentively, Zoro was on guard against the pursuers, and Luffy looked forward to the future with excitement.
I stood at the stern and looked at the town of Rogue, which was getting farther and farther away, with a lot of thoughts in my mind. I used the Thunder Fruit today, what power will it have tomorrow? My friends’ suspicions were becoming more and more obvious, how long could I keep it secret? What did the appearance of the dragon mean?
The system prompt sounded at midnight, and today’s lightning ability disappeared. The new day’s lottery options appeared, and I had to make a choice before my partners found out…
Chapter 56, Ability Backlash (Old Version)
The waves at Upside Down Mountain were as crazy as expected.
Hold on tight! Nami yelled at the wheel, her short orange hair wet and sticking to her face. The Merry rushed almost vertically upward with the rising current, and my stomach seemed to jump out of my throat.
Wow! Luffy shouted excitedly at the bow, while Zoro and Sanji held on to the railing tightly, their faces turning blue.
I distracted myself and glanced at the system prompt – today’s ability is the Floating Fruit, the signature ability of Golden Lion Shiki. Although it has limited effect in the face of such a great force of nature, at least it can ensure that I can quickly rescue someone if they fall into the water.
The Merry crested the mountaintop, then… fell. My heart skipped a beat at the weightlessness. Below us lay the fabled Grand Line, the water an unnatural rainbow.
We’re about to collide! Usopp screamed and covered his eyes – this long-nosed sniper joined us a few days ago when he was being chased by a group of pirates.
I concentrated on using my powers to reduce the weight of the boat. The Merry landed lightly on the sea, stirring up only a small wave.
Well done, Li Yong. Nami breathed a sigh of relief, then looked at me in confusion. What ability is this time?
Uh… lightweight? I was vague. Ever since the battle in Rogue Town, my friends have become more and more curious about my different abilities every day, and my excuses have become more and more lame.
Sanji lit a cigarette and glanced at me thoughtfully: There are new tricks every day, Lucky Consultant.
I pretended not to hear the probing tone in his words and turned to Luffy, who was pointing forward excitedly: Look! It’s a whale!
The giant island whale Laboo appeared in front of us, its scarred head and its persistent attitude towards the red earth continent were exactly the same as in our memory. With the explanation of Dr. Crocus, we learned the touching story of Laboo and the Brook Pirates.
One day we will come back to see you after a trip around the Grand Line! Luffy shouted his promise to Lab. I stood aside, my chest tightening – this promise was fulfilled in the original work, but how much has history changed now because of my existence?
After leaving Gemini Cape, a system prompt suddenly sounded in my mind:
[Host detected entering the Grand Route][System upgrade: You can now choose an ability to keep for three days, but the burden will be doubled][Warning: Excessive use will lead to serious backlash]My eyes lit up. Three days of retention! This meant a huge increase in strategic options, but the word backlash made me uneasy.
During the following voyage, I tested this new function carefully. At Whiskey Peak, I retained the ability of the Mimic Fruit for three days, disguised as a local resident to explore the intelligence of the Baroque Studio; in the small garden, I used the ability of the giant to fight side by side with the two giant chiefs to buy time for Luffy and his friends to escape.
Each extended use brought on severe headaches and muscle aches, but I hid these symptoms well—or so I thought.
Until that night.
We had just left the Drum Kingdom when Chopper, the blue-nosed reindeer doctor, joined us. After treating Luffy and Zoro for their battle injuries, he suddenly turned to me and said, “You… need to be checked, too.”
I was stunned: Me? I’m not injured.
Chopper’s big eyes flashed with professional acumen: You walk with a slight limp in your right leg, your breathing is 17% shallower than normal, and your pupils are slightly dilated – these are all symptoms of chronic pain.
Everyone on the boat looked at me. I tried to remain calm and said, “I’m just a little tired.”
Li Yong, Nami put her hands on her hips and told the truth.
Under the gaze of everyone, I had no choice but to roll up my trouser legs – my right calf was covered with spider-web-like purple bruises, which looked shocking.
What is this? Usopp gasped.
The side effects of overusing my abilities. I said lightly that I would just need to rest for a few days.
Chopper immediately went into doctor mode, gave me a comprehensive examination, and then solemnly announced: Your cells are in an abnormally fatigued state, as if you haven’t slept for a month! If this continues, your organs will fail!
The cabin was silent. Luffy showed a rare serious expression: Li Yong, stop using your ability.
No! I blurt out, in the Grand Line, we need every advantage
What we need are living companions! Zoro interrupted me, not dead men trying to be heroes.
The argument ended with my compromise – I promised to reduce the frequency of using my abilities. But I knew that facing the upcoming battle of Alabasta, this promise would be difficult to keep.
Late that night, I woke up because of severe pain in my leg. I quietly went to the deck to get some fresh air, but found Sanji there smoking.
Can’t sleep? He handed me a glass of hot milk.
I took the cup and the warmth passed into my palm: Thank you.
Under the moonlight, Sanji’s profile looked particularly angular. He blew out a smoke ring: Your ability…is not just as simple as good luck, right?
I sipped my milk in silence, thinking about how to respond. Sanji was one of the most observant among us and might have noticed a lot of details.
You see, he continued, a chef can judge all the ingredients of a dish by the ingredients. I have been watching you for a long time – your abilities are not random every day, you are consciously choosing the abilities that best suit the situation that day, just like… knowing what will happen in advance.
My hands were shaking slightly. Sanji’s reasoning was too close to the truth.
I don’t know what you are hiding, Sanji’s voice was unexpectedly gentle, but carrying all the burdens by oneself shows a lack of trust in one’s partners.
This sentence stung me. It wasn’t distrust, but… fear. Fear of changing the course of history, fear of being treated as a monster, fear of losing this hard-earned home.
If I tell you the truth, I ask softly, will you believe it?
Sanji shrugged: Let’s try.
So, on the moonlit deck, I confessed everything to Sanji – my identity as a time traveler, the capabilities of the system, my understanding of the original plot, and how I carefully tried not to change key historical nodes.
…So you know the future fate of each of us? Sanji asked after listening, his voice unusually calm.
I only know the general direction, the details have been changed because of my participation. I answered honestly, for example, you should have entered the Grand Line a year later, Usopp and Chopper were not originally supposed to join at this time…
What about my dream? Sanji suddenly asked, “Has finding ALLBLUE… come true?”
I looked at the desire in his eyes and couldn’t bear to lie: In the original history, each of you realized your dream. But now… I’m not sure.
Sanji was silent for a long time, and finally put out his cigarette: “Interesting. But you know what? Even if you tell me that I am destined to succeed, I will not stop trying. Because the process is more important than the result.”
My chest warmed up. This is the philosophy of the Straw Hat Pirates – the journey is more important than the destination.
Thank you for your trust. Sanji stood up and said, I will keep this a secret for you until you are ready to tell others. But promise me, don’t overuse your abilities again. Chopper is right, you will get yourself killed.
I nodded, and Sanji patted my shoulder before returning to the cabin. I stayed on the deck, looking at the starry sky, feeling a sense of relief – at least now, I was no longer completely alone in carrying this secret.
[Detected that the host confessed the existence of the system to others for the first time][Trust Index Unlock][Current team average trust: 72%][New features will be unlocked when the trust reaches 80%]I blinked in surprise. The system has such a hidden mechanism? It seems that sharing secrets actually promotes some kind of growth.
A few days later, we arrived in Alabasta. The scorching desert, the shadow of civil war, Crocodile’s conspiracy… everything was as I knew it, but different. Princess Vivi joined us earlier than in the original work, and the pursuit of Baroque Studio was even more fierce.
Split up! In the rainy land, Luffy decides to face Crocodile alone while the others head to the capital to stop the civil war.
Too dangerous! I object, Crocodile is a Shichibukai, you…
I am the man who will become the Pirate King! Luffy interrupted me with a firm look in his eyes, believing me.
I gritted my teeth and checked today’s system:
[Devil Fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Sand-Sand Fruit (Crocodile), Healing Fruit (Mansherry), Bird-Bird Fruit – Falcon Form (Bell), Mimicry Fruit (Von Clay), Explosion Fruit (Mr.5)]When I saw the option of the Sand-Sand Fruit, my pupils shrank. This is Crocodile’s ability! If I can use it…
But the side effect warning made me hesitate. My leg injury from overuse last time has not fully healed. If I choose to keep this ability for three days, it will undoubtedly be of great strategic value in the desert environment of Alabasta, but my body may not be able to withstand it.
Li Yong? Nami looked at me in confusion.
I looked at Luffy, then at the other companions. Vivi had tears in her eyes, Usopp and Chopper were shaking but trying to stand up straight, and Zoro and Sanji were ready for battle…
I choose to go to the capital with you. In the end, I said that I did not choose the Sand-Sand Fruit, but the Healing Fruit – the team needs medical care more.
Luffy went to the royal mausoleum alone, and we escorted Vivi to Albana. Before parting, Sanji gave me a meaningful look, and I nodded slightly – this was the tacit understanding between us.
The battle of Albana was more brutal than expected. The agents of Baroque Studio set up many ambushes, and we were forced to disperse. I was in a group with Usopp and Chopper, and we were attacked by Mr. 4 and Miss Merry Christmas on the street.
Mr. 4’s four-ton baseball bat smashed the wall we were hiding in. Usopp pulled Chopper and I to escape, but MissMerryChristmas’s mole ability left us with nowhere to hide even underground.
Li Yong! Use your ability! Usopp shouted as he ran.
I gritted my teeth and checked the system – none of the five abilities I drew today are suitable for combat. The only offensive ability is the Explosion Fruit, but it requires close contact with the enemy…
You go first! I’ll turn around and face the pursuers. I’ll hold them back!
No! Chopper transformed into a beast and held me back. Your body can’t take any more!
Mr.4’s bat attacked again, this time hitting Chopper’s shoulder. Chopper screamed, and blood dyed his blue hair red.
Seeing this, something cold exploded in my chest. I chose the Explosion Fruit without hesitation and rushed towards Mr. 4.
Li Yong! No! Usopp yelled.
It was too late. My fist collided with Mr.4’s bat, causing a violent explosion. The shockwave sent both of us flying. I hit the wall and felt at least two broken ribs, but Mr.4 was also seriously injured.
MissMerryChristmas screamed and rushed towards me, but was subdued by Usopp’s accurate shooting and Chopper’s counterattack.
Li Yong! Hold on! Chopper gave me emergency treatment with tears in his eyes.
I coughed up a mouthful of blood, but smiled: It’s worth it…
In the distance, the bells of the Albana Palace rang, and Vivi’s cries spread throughout the city through the loudspeakers. The civil war stopped, and Crocodile’s conspiracy was crushed.
When the news came that Luffy had defeated Crocodile, we were resting in a temporary medical station. Chopper insisted on giving me a sedative, but I managed not to fall asleep until I saw Luffy, Zoro, Nami, and Sanji return safely.
Next time, Sanji whispered as he changed my bandages, trust us a little, okay?
I nodded weakly. The drug began to take effect and my vision gradually blurred. In the last moment before I fell into a deep sleep, I seemed to hear the system prompt sound:
[Team trust increased to 79%][Close to the threshold…]Chapter 57, The System Exploded (Old Version)
The sunset in the water city dyed the sea surface golden, but it could not illuminate my gloomy mood.
Robin is gone.
In order to save us, she chose to leave with CP9. Franky was also captured, the Merry was sentenced to death, and Usopp and Luffy left the team after a big fight… Everything was heading in the worst direction.
We must rescue Robin! Luffy shouted from the rooftop, his straw hat fluttering in the wind.
I clenched my fists. According to the original work, the next battle was the Battle of Judicial Island, one of the most heroic battles of the Straw Hat Pirates. But now history has changed too much – my joining, the advance of the timeline, the different growth trajectories of my companions… I can no longer rely on the knowledge of the original work.
Li Yong, Nami asked softly, do you think Robin really wants to leave us?
I shook my head: She was protecting us. CP9 threatened her with our lives.
Zoro’s scabbard clattered: Then let them know that threats are useless.
Sanji lit a cigarette and his eyes met mine briefly—he was the only one on the ship who knew my secret. I nodded slightly, indicating that I was ready.
That night, the system prompt sounded in my mind:
【Team trust reaches 80%】
【Unlock new function: Crisis mode】
[You can temporarily break through the ability usage limit in crisis mode, but the risk of backlash is extremely high][Warning: May cause temporary system crash or permanent damage]I took a deep breath. This was exactly what we needed—but it was also incredibly dangerous.
The next day, we took the sea train to the Judicial Island. The information provided by Granny Kokoro showed that Robin would be taken to the Enies Hall of the Judicial Island. The atmosphere in the carriage was solemn, and even Luffy was silent, which was rare.
Li Yong, Chopper suddenly said, your hands are shaking.
I looked down and saw that it was true. Not only my hands, but my whole body was shaking slightly – both because of the upcoming battle and because of what I knew I had to do.
It’s okay, I forced a smile, it’s just… today’s ability is a little special.
I checked the system:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Door-Door Fruit (Bruno), Bubble Fruit (Kalifa), Leopard Fruit (Rob Lucci), Elephant Fruit (Fang Fury), Slow Fruit (Foxy)]There are no particularly powerful options. I chose the Door-Door Fruit, which at least allows me to move quickly in the complex terrain of Judicial Island.
The moment the Sea Train broke through the outer wall of Judicial Island, the battle began. We split into several groups: Luffy rushed straight to Enies Hall, Zoro and Sanji dealt with the giant guarding the gate, and Nami, Chopper and I looked for Robin.
ROOM Slaughterhouse!
A pink-haired boy suddenly appeared and instantly transferred the three of us to the upper floors of the Justice Tower—it was Trafalgar Law! But he shouldn’t be here!
Are you… a Shichibukai? Nami asked warily.
Luo leaned lazily against the wall: Just passing by. CP9 captured one of my subordinates and helped you by the way. He looked at me meaningfully and said, Your friend is on the top floor.
Before I could think about how Luo knew me, he disappeared. We immediately rushed to the top floor, where we found Robin in seastone handcuffs.
Robin! Nami and Chopper rushed over.
Robin looked up, his eyes full of shock: Why…you shouldn’t have come!
Because we are partners! Chopper cried and started to pick the lock.
At this moment, the wall suddenly exploded, and two CP9 members, Kaku and Gabra, appeared.
That’s it, little mice. Gabra gave a wolfish grin.
Nami, Chopper, take Robin away! I’ll stand in front of them, I’ll hold them back!
Li Yong! Naji wanted to object, but after seeing my eyes, she gritted her teeth and nodded, she must come back alive!
After they left with Robin, Kaku and Jabra attacked at the same time. I barely used the power of the Gate-Gate Fruit to dodge, but they were too fast.
Point the gun!
Kaku’s finger pierced my shoulder, blood gushed out, and I opened a door behind me, fell in, appeared behind Gabra, and kicked him in the knee.
Iron block! Gabra easily blocked it and tore my back with a claw.
The severe pain almost made me faint. I can’t go on like this… I need stronger power!
[Host life danger detected]Activate crisis mode
[You can temporarily extract the second ability, but the risk of backlash is extremely high]【Do you want to continue? 】
Keep going! I yelled in my mind.
The system light screen flashes wildly:
[Extracting the second ability…][Obtained: Sparkling Fruit (Borsalino)][Warning: Using both abilities at the same time will cause system overload]There was no time to hesitate. I instantly transformed into an element, dodged Kaku’s next attack, and appeared at the other end of the room.
What? Gabra’s eyes widened. Natural?
Moving at the speed of light consumes a lot of energy. I can feel the energy in my body draining away rapidly. But in order to buy time for Robin and the others.
Yasakani no Magatama!
Countless light bullets shot out from my hands, forcing the two CP9s to retreat. I took the opportunity to open the door under my feet and fell directly to the lower level, just in time to protect Nami and the others from the attacks of the other CP9 members.
The battle turned into a nightmarish tug-of-war. Every time a CP9 member was lured away, another would appear. My energy was rapidly depleting, and my wounds were increasing, but Robin was not safe yet…
Finally, we rushed to the suspension bridge outside the Justice Tower. In front of us was the Enies Hall, where Luffy was fighting with Lucci. In the back, Spandam was approaching with a large number of CP9 pursuers.
Lower the drawbridge! Spandam roared.
The huge suspension bridge began to rise, and we were trapped in the middle. At the critical moment, the Franky family and the people from Galley-La Company arrived and helped us block some of the pursuers.
You go first! I turned around and faced the remaining CP9 members. I’ll cover their retreat!
No! You are too hurt! Robin grabbed my hand with tears in his eyes.
I smiled and said: Believe me.
Nami bit her lip, and finally pulled Robin and Chopper forward. I stood alone on the suspension bridge, facing five CP9 elites.
[System overload: 87%][It is recommended to stop using the ability immediately]I can’t stop. I activated the Shining Fruit again, transforming into a golden light that shuttled between CP9. Every attack made my vision blurrier, and every elementalization was like thousands of needles piercing my nerves.
Lan Jiao Zhou Duan!
A huge slashing wave came at me, and before I could fully transform into an element, my right leg was cut open, leaving a deep wound that could be seen to the bone. I fell to my knees, and my blood dyed the suspension bridge red.
That’s all. Kaku sneered and walked closer.
My vision began to go dark. The system alarm sounded sharply in my mind:
[System overload: 99%]【About to collapse】
At this desperate moment, a bolt of lightning struck the sky—not from my power, but from real natural lightning. Then, heavy rain poured down.
Li Yong!
A familiar voice came from behind. I turned my head with difficulty and saw Sanji and Zoro rushing towards me.
You…Where’s Robin? I asked hoarsely.
It’s safe! Sanji kicked away the approaching CP9 members and said, “Now it’s our turn to save you!”
Zoro swung out three swords at once, forcing back the other enemies: There’s a limit to being a hero, idiot!
I wanted to laugh, but I just coughed up blood. The system’s alarm sounded more and more shrill:
[Countdown to system crash: 10, 9, 8…]Go… I pushed them weakly, I was… losing control…
Zoro and Sanji looked at each other, and at the same time, they lifted me up and rushed to the other side of the suspension bridge. Behind them, the CP9 members were chasing closely.
【3, 2, 1…】
The world suddenly became quiet.
Then there was a blinding white light.
The last thing I knew was that I was floating in the air, my body releasing uncontrollable light and energy, lighting up the entire Judicial Island like daylight. The CP9 members were blown away by the shock wave, and Zoro and Sanji held me tightly…
Then, darkness fell.
warmth.
This was my first feeling after regaining consciousness.
Slowly, I opened my heavy eyelids. My blurry vision gradually focused, and I found myself lying in the infirmary of the Merry. Outside the window was the calm sea, and the sun shone through the curtains onto the bed.
He’s awake! Chopper’s exclamation exploded in his ears.
The next second, the entire Straw Hat Pirates crowded into the small infirmary – Luffy, Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, Chopper, Robin, and the newly joined Franky. Everyone had a happy smile.
You were in a coma for two weeks! Chopper jumped onto the bed to check on me, and all my physical indicators returned to normal. It was a miracle!
I tried to sit up, but Nami pushed me back down: Don’t be impatient, that’s not how you use super recovery.
Luffy came close, his straw hat almost poking my face: Li Yong! Your last move was so cool! It was as bright as the sun!
I…what happened in the end? I asked blankly.
Everyone started explaining. It turned out that my system crash at the last moment of Judicial Island released a huge amount of energy, which not only repelled CP9, but also helped Luffy buy the critical time to defeat Lucci. Afterwards, we successfully escaped, and the World Government wiped Judicial Island off the map to cover up the truth.
But… I looked at Robin, your wanted…
Robin smiled and shook his head: I won’t run away anymore. With you here, I can face any past.
My throat tightened and my eyes swept over every familiar face: You… aren’t you going to ask why I have those abilities?
The cabin suddenly became quiet. Then Luffy laughed: What does it matter! No matter what abilities you have, you are our partner!
We had already guessed it. Nami shrugged. Different abilities every day, strange foresight into the future, and secrets that only you know.
Just wait until you are ready to tell us, Zoro added.
Sanji blew out a smoke ring: Although I was the first to know it, they all suspected it before me.
My eyes were hot and my vision was blurry. Years of secrets and heavy burdens were easily accepted by them.
Thank you…I said with a sob.
At this moment, the system prompt sounded suddenly:
【System recovery completed】
【Final Evolution Start】
[You can now choose three abilities that you have used to keep permanently][Daily lucky draw function is still valid][Congratulations to the host for obtaining the complete system]My eyes widened. Permanently retaining three abilities? This means a significant improvement in strategic stability!
What happened? Usopp asked curiously, what ability did you draw?
I took a deep breath and decided not to hide anything anymore: Actually, I have something to tell you…
So, in the infirmary of the Merry, I confessed everything to everyone – my identity as a time traveler, the capabilities of the system, my understanding of the original work, and how I was careful not to change history too much.
…So you know the future of each of us? Franky asked, stroking his chin.
I only know the general direction. I shook my head, but history is completely different now. You create your own story.
Luffy suddenly laughed: “This is so funny! So everything we do now is new history?”
That’s right. I smiled and nodded.
How much will my bounty increase to? Usopp asked excitedly.
Can my dream really come true? Chopper asked quietly.
Does ALLBLUE exist? Sanji lights a cigarette.
I looked at their expectant eyes and suddenly realized something: I don’t know. Because from now on, the future is created by us together. There is no script, no foresight, only… adventure.
Luffy’s smile almost lit up the whole room: That’s right! Adventure is fun only when it’s unknown!
Everyone cheered and talked about the possibility of a new world. Robin gently held my hand and said, “Thank you for telling us the truth. Now you are truly free.”
Yes, freedom. No longer bound by the original work, no longer anxious about changing history. I am who I am, Li Yong, the lucky advisor of the Straw Hat Pirates, the family of these monsters.
The system screen unfolded again, showing all the abilities I had used. After careful consideration, I chose three to keep permanently:
Barrier Fruit – The strongest defense;
Healing Fruit – Protect your partner;
Fruit of every door – strategic mobility.
As for the ability to draw prizes every day, just think of it as a surprise Easter egg.
As the sun sets, the Merry carries us to the New World. Luffy stands at the bow, raising his arms high:
Next island! Adventure! Meat!
Everyone cheered in unison. I stood among my companions, no longer looking back to the past, but looking towards the unknown distance with full expectation.
Because this is the world of One Piece, this is our story.
Chapter 58, New World (Old Version)
The moment the coated ship passed through the bottom of the red soil continent, the whole world seemed to be muted.
I held my breath, watching countless bubbles slide past the membrane, the strange lights of the deep sea flickering around me. The Thousand Sunny, the dream ship designed by Franky and built by Mr. Tom’s disciples, was carrying us to a new world.
So beautiful… Chopper’s nose is pressed against the coating, and his round eyes reflect the glimmer of the deep sea.
Luffy ran around the deck, as excited as if he was going out to sea for the first time: Shark! A huge shark! Look over there!
Nami nervously checked the record pointer: the deep sea turbulence is stronger than expected, everyone stand firm!
I leaned against the side of the ship, feeling the slight vibration of the hull. It has been two years… the pain of the war on the top, the hardship of each of us practicing, the joy of reunion, all of this will finally usher in a new chapter.
The system prompt sounded in my mind, resonating wonderfully with the waves of the deep sea:
[Host detected entering the new world area][System environment is being adapted…][Warning: The energy field in the new world is abnormal, which may cause unstable abilities]I frowned. What does this mean? Before I could think about it, Usopp’s scream interrupted my thoughts.
Sea King! Giant Sea King! Three o’clock!
A deep-sea monster the size of an island was swimming towards us, its six glowing eyes acting like searchlights in the darkness. Even though we had been training for two years, we couldn’t help but gasp when facing a monster of this size.
Everyone, prepare for battle! Zoro has already drawn three swords.
I quickly checked today’s system draw:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Whitebeard), Fish-Fish Fruit – Mythical Beast (Kaido), Soul-Soul Fruit (Big Mom), Shadow-Shadow Fruit (Moria), Rubber Fruit (Luffy)]My eyes widened. This… is all the ability of the Four Emperors! In the new world, even the system lottery has been upgraded?
Without any hesitation, I chose the Tremor-Tremor Fruit. A familiar energy flowed through my body – this was the destructive power that once shook the world during the war at the top!
Let me do it. I walked to the bow, grasped the air with both hands, and transparent shock waves began to gather.
Luffy’s eyes lit up: Oh! It’s different from Li Yong’s previous abilities!
I crossed my arms, then swung them outwards: Shock the Sky·Shock the Sea!
Invisible shock waves penetrated the seawater, and the deep sea was stirred by a giant hand, forming a terrifying whirlpool. The giant sea king let out an infrasonic wail and was swept away by the turbulence.
The Thousand Sunny shook violently, but the coating was intact. The deck was silent, and everyone stared at me.
What kind of ability is this? Franky’s jaw almost dropped to the ground.
Borrowed power temporarily. I clenched my fist, feeling the terrifying power that could tear space apart, but I could only maintain…
I was stunned. The 24-hour countdown on the system interface disappeared, replaced by a constantly jumping question mark.
[Ability duration: ???][Affected by the interference of the new world’s energy field, the system time calculation is abnormal][Use with caution]Zoro noticed the change in my expression keenly: Is there a problem?
The duration of the ability has become uncertain. I whispered to myself, it may disappear in the next second, or it may last for a whole day.
Sanji whistled: This is so exciting.
As we were discussing, the deep sea suddenly lit up. A fantastic glowing coral forest appeared in front of us, and in the center was the entrance to Fishman Island – the roots of the huge sun tree Eve, which transmitted the sunlight from the ground to the ten thousand meter deep sea, illuminating the entire Fishman Island.
It was so beautiful…even Robin couldn’t help but admire it.
However, my joy was soon replaced by uneasiness. According to the original plot, Fishman Island should be facing the crisis of Noah’s Ark falling and Hody Jones’s rebellion. But the Fishman Island in front of me looks… unusually peaceful?
Something is wrong. I whispered to Zoro and Sanji, it’s too quiet.
Zoro narrowed his eyes: What did you foresee?
There should have been riots… I shook my head, maybe history has changed.
As soon as our ship passed through the double bubble film, a team of fully armed fishmen surrounded us, led by a giant octopus fishman with a serious expression.
Straw Hat Pirates, King Neptune invites you to go to Ryugu Castle immediately. His tone is irresistible, please do not resist.
Luffy tilted his head: Is there a party?
The octopus man was stunned for a moment: This…the king didn’t explain.
I was secretly on guard. This development was totally unexpected. Fishman Island should have warmly welcomed Luffy, after all, he saved Princess Shirahoshi…
Wait. Princess Shirahoshi?
Excuse me, I asked tentatively, how is Princess Shirahoshi these days?
All the fishmen’s expressions suddenly became strange. The octopus fishman lowered his voice: Please don’t mention Her Royal Highness the Princess in public. Now, please follow us.
Zoro and I exchanged a wary look. This was getting serious.
On the way to Ryugu Castle, I noticed a strange atmosphere on the streets of Fishman Island. The logo of Hody Jones’s new Fishman Pirates was everywhere, and ordinary fishmen and mermaids were in a hurry, and almost no one dared to look us in the eye.
Hodi is in power now? I whispered to the octopus man who led the way.
He trembled all over: You…you know Lord Hodi?
Sure enough. But why is it so much earlier than expected? And it seems that something happened to Princess Shirahoshi…
The Dragon Palace was quieter than expected. King Neptune sat alone on the throne, looking ten years older. When he saw us, he managed a smile.
Monkey D. Luffy, thank you for coming. His voice was hoarse, I have a humble request…
Luffy sat cross-legged on the ground: Just talk, as long as there is meat to eat.
Neptune smiled bitterly: Plenty of meat. But before that… He looked around and confirmed that there was no one else. He suddenly lowered his voice and said, “Please save my daughter Shirahoshi! She is imprisoned in the Hard Shell Tower by Hodi!”
I was shocked. This is totally different from the original story! In the original story, Luffy should have rescued Shirahoshi from Daken IX’s pursuit!
Hodie Jones controls Fishman Island? I asked directly.
Neptune looked at me in surprise: You…how do you know?
We have our own intelligence network. Robin gracefully replied, “Can you tell me more about the current situation?”
As Neptune tells the story, a completely different crisis on Fishman Island emerges: Hoddy Jones launched a coup two years ago and used banned drugs to control most of the fishmen. Shirahoshi is imprisoned, and Deacon IX cooperates with Hoddy, threatening to crash Noah’s Ark and destroy Fishman Island.
They plan to execute Shirahoshi tomorrow, Neptune bursts into tears, and then officially declare war on humans!
Luffy pressed the Straw Hat and said: Then just beat them away.
A simple and direct Luffy solution. But this time I totally agree. No matter how history changes, some things must be done.
We need a plan. I say, what is the strength of Hodi’s army?
Just as Neptune was about to answer, the palace suddenly shook violently! Alarms rang throughout Ryugu Castle.
Report! A fishman soldier rushed in in a panic. The new fishman pirate group has attacked! They said… they want to execute the princess in advance!
What?! Neptune stood up, but Noah’s Ark was not yet…
Another soldier stumbled in: “Oh no! Daken IX has driven Noah to crash into Fishman Island!”
The situation took a turn for the worse. Luffy grinned: Change of plan! Just shoot them away!
We split into two groups: Luffy, Zoro, Sanji and Franky went to stop Noah’s Ark; while Nami, Robin, Usopp and Chopper went to the Hard Shell Tower to rescue Shirahoshi.
Before we parted, Neptune suddenly grabbed my hand and said, “Mr. Li Yong, please wait a moment.” He took out an ancient stone tablet from behind the throne and said, “This…may have special meaning to you.”
I looked down and saw ancient characters engraved on the stone slab, and a strange pattern next to it – it looked like a figure walking out of a whirlpool. Robin was immediately attracted.
This is… She translated softly, when visitors from another world set foot in the deep sea, the fate of Fishman Island will usher in a turning point…
My blood froze. Was he talking about me? Was there a prophecy about a time traveler on Fishman Island?
There was no time to think about it. There was already a sound of fighting outside. I put away my shock and nodded to Neptune: We will definitely rescue Shirahoshi.
After we left Ryugu Castle, Fishman Island was in chaos. Hodi’s men were wreaking havoc everywhere, and ordinary residents were fleeing in panic. We fought our way to the Hard Shell Tower, but were constantly blocked by fishman warriors who had taken poison.
Thundercloud Weather Stick! Nami summons lightning to clear the field.
Dazzling Hundred Flowers: Delphinium! Robin creates countless arms from a distance to restrict the enemy’s movements.
Usopp and Chopper were in charge of the cover. And I… I tried to activate the Tremor-Tremor Fruit ability, but found that –
[Early Termination of Capability][System disorder intensifies][Number of remaining ability draws today: 2/3]Damn it! The interference in the new world is more serious than expected! I quickly draw the second ability:
[Obtain: Floating Fruit (Golden Lion)]What a great ability! I immediately made everyone float up and quickly flew towards the Hard Shell Tower.
Li Yong, your ability seems to be unstable? Usopp noticed the change in my expression.
Special environmental effects of the new world. I will briefly explain that the duration of abilities has become random.
In front of the Hard Shell Tower, we encountered Hody Jones’s cadres, Geo and Dotson. Both fishmen took drugs, and their muscles were swollen to a terrifying degree.
Human scum! Geo rushed over with a grin, “Go to hell!”
Usopp, Chopper, go to the tower to save Shirahoshi! I’ll stand in front, Nami, Robin, cover me!
The power of the Float-Float Fruit was still there. I manipulated gravity to make Geo float in the air, and then slammed into Doson. The two of us collided, but quickly got up again.
Sea current over shoulder throw! Dosen controls the water current to attack.
I tried to create a shockwave to counterattack, but I heard a harsh prompt from the system:
【System disorder: 85%】
[Warning: Continuous interruption of abilities may result in backlash]Li Yong! As Nami screamed, the water from Dosen hit my chest hard, sending me flying dozens of meters.
At least two ribs were broken. I climbed up coughing up blood and saw that Robin was also injured by Geo. The situation was critical…
At this moment, two figures rushed into the battlefield like lightning!
Three Swords Style·Black Rope Tornado!
First meat kick!
Zoro and Sanji! Aren’t they supposed to stop Noah?
Luffy said he was enough alone. Zoro used three swords to force Geo back and said, “Let us support you.”
Seriously, Sanji lit a cigarette and didn’t pay attention for a moment and got hurt like this.
My heart warmed. This is my partner… No explanation is needed, no need to ask for help, they naturally know when to show up.
With the addition of Zoro and Sanji, the situation immediately reversed. The two easily defeated Geo and Dozen, and Usopp and Chopper successfully rescued Shirahoshi.
Princess Shirahoshi is even bigger and more beautiful than I imagined. She is now thanking us with tears in her eyes: Thank you… Thank you…
It’s not over yet! Nami pointed to the sky, look!
The huge Noah’s Ark is falling towards Fishman Island! And under the ship, a familiar little dot is trying to stop it – it’s Luffy! Compared with Noah, his figure is as small as an ant, but he uses the fourth gear elastic man form to hold up the huge ship!
Luffy… I clenched my fists. No matter how history changes, some things will never change – such as Luffy’s determination to protect others.
Suddenly, the system prompt sounded again:
[Detected a strong resonance of the host’s will]【System disorder begins to stabilize】
[Temporary unlock: Overlord Haki (temporary addition)]An unprecedented power surged from my body! I subconsciously released the Conqueror’s Haki, shocking all the enemies around me! Even Zoro and Sanji looked at me in surprise.
It turns out that you also have the qualities to be a king. Zoro grinned.
Don’t be in a daze! I pointed at Noah, let’s go help Luffy!
Finally, with everyone’s joint efforts, Noah was successfully stopped, Hody Jones and Daken IX were also defeated. Fishman Island was saved, and Princess Shirahoshi regained her freedom.
At the celebration banquet, Neptune found me again, and this time he brought the complete ancient stone tablet.
Mr. Li Yong said seriously that these stone tablets were prophecies left over from the Joyboy era, which mentioned that visitors from other worlds would be involved in changing the fate of Fishman Island and the entire world.
Robin helped me translate the contents of the slate, and every sentence made me shudder – some of the descriptions were literally pointing directly at me!
Are there more slabs like this? I asked.
Neptune nodded: It is said that they are scattered all over the world, and eventually point to Raftel…
The banquet lasted until late at night. When I was a little tipsy, Luffy suddenly put his arm around my shoulders and said, “Li Yong! No matter what prophecy there is, you are my partner!”
That’s right! Usopp raises his glass to our lucky advisor!
Cheers! Everyone cheered.
I raised my glass with a smile, feeling relieved. Yes, no matter where I come from, no matter what mission I carry, I am a member of the Straw Hat Pirates, and that is enough.
Looking at the beautiful night sky of Fishman Island, the system prompt quietly appeared:
[System disorder has been repaired][New function: Strengthening the resonance of will][When the host and the team are highly consistent in their will, the ability stability increases by 300%]I smiled. The adventure in the new world has just begun.
Chapter 59, Two Emperors? I have them all. (Old version)
What the hell is that place?
Standing on the deck of the Thousand Sunny, I squinted my eyes and looked at the island in the distance. Half of it was burning flames, and half of it was frozen glaciers. The strange landscape of Punk Hazard was a wonder even in the world of One Piece.
The record pointer pointed there. Nami frowned and checked her wrist, but the magnetic field was abnormally chaotic, as if there were two forces pulling at it.
Luffy stretched his neck excitedly to look: How cool! Half hot and half cold! We can have a barbecue party and an ice cream party at the same time!
Zoro leaned against the side of the ship holding a knife: I heard that this used to be a naval research institute, and then an accident happened here.
Vegapunk’s former laboratory… Robin added softly, with a scholar’s curiosity flickering in his eyes.
I touched my chest subconsciously. Ever since Fishman Island, the system has been in a state of activity, with prompts popping up from time to time that I couldn’t understand. And now, as we get closer to Punk Hazard, this abnormality is even more obvious.
[High-concentration technological energy field detected][System synchronization rate increased: 12%…15%…18%…][Warning: Unknown interference source approaching]Everyone be careful, I turned to my companions, this island may have a special effect on my abilities.
Franky gave a thumbs up: “Super~ Interesting scientific phenomenon! I want to study it carefully!”
Sanji blew out a smoke ring: “Anyway, let’s go to the shore first. Maybe we can find some food.”
The Thousand Sunny was anchored on the frozen coast. The moment I stepped onto the ice, a chill ran up from the soles of my feet, and I shivered.
It’s so cold! Chopper has transformed into a thick and furry form.
There are buildings over there. Usopp pointed to the outlines of several hemispherical laboratories in the distance.
We were about to move forward when suddenly two terrifying pressures erupted from both ends of the island at the same time! One was the violent might of a dragon, and the other was a nauseatingly sweet feeling of oppression.
Oh no! My hair stood on end, it was Kaido and Big Mom! Why are they here?
Luffy immediately entered combat mode, his eyes sharp as a knife under the straw hat: Four Emperors?
Two of the Four Emperors appeared on this island at the same time…Robin’s face turned pale, this was not normal.
Zoro has drawn his sword: Do you want to retreat?
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Blue Dragon Fruit (Kaido), Soul Soul Fruit (Big Mom), Gas Fruit (Caesar), Sparkle Sparkle Fruit (Kizaru), Operation Fruit (Law)]When I saw the first two options, my pupils shrank. The abilities of two of the Four Emperors appearing at the same time? This is too much of a coincidence!
[System synchronization rate continues to rise: 25%…30%…][Special event trigger: Dual Emperors Confrontation][You can temporarily activate two abilities at the same time, but the physical load will be doubled]There was no time to hesitate. I chose the Blue Dragon Fruit and the Soul-Soul Fruit.
Luffy, take everyone to the laboratory for shelter. My voice trembled with the energy surging in my body. I will divert their attention.
No! Luffy flatly refused, let’s go together!
Listen to me, I grabbed his shoulders, I can temporarily use their abilities, maybe create chaos. But protecting my friends is more important!
Nami saw my determination: Luffy, Li Yong is right. Let’s go to the laboratory to investigate the situation and keep in touch with Den Den Mushi.
Luffy gritted his teeth unwillingly and finally nodded: I must come back alive!
I smiled, then turned and rushed to the center of the island. With every step I took, the two forces in my body surged more violently. The Azure Dragon Fruit formed dragon scales on the left half of my body, and the Soul Soul Fruit wrapped the soul fire around the right half of my body. The two Four Emperors-level abilities tore at my body, as if to split me in half.
[System synchronization rate: 45%]【Physical Load: 70%】
[Warning: Critical point approaching]The pain blurred my vision, but I couldn’t stop. After climbing to the central ridge, a horrifying scene came into view.
On the burning peninsula on the left, Big Mom Charlotte Linlin stood on the thundercloud Zeus, surrounded by her children; in the frozen area on the right, Kaido, who had transformed into a blue dragon, was perched on an ice peak, and the Beasts Pirates were ready for battle. The two confronted each other in the air, and the black and red lightning produced by the collision of the Conqueror’s Haki crackled in the air.
Lingling! This is my territory! Kaido’s voice was like thunder.
Mmmmm~ Kaido, hand that thing over! Big Mom licked her lips and said, Vegapunk’s legacy should belong to me!
What is worthy of two of the Four Emperors fighting for? I was wondering when the system alarm suddenly sounded sharply:
[The host is detected to be exposed to the double emperor’s domineering power][Emergency defense mechanism activated]【Blue Dragon Form·Localization】
Before I could react, my left arm suddenly swelled and deformed, covered with blue dragon scales, and turned into a mini dragon claw!
Who’s there?! Kaido turned his head sharply, and his lantern-sized dragon eyes locked onto me.
Oops! We’ve been discovered!
Little bug? The aunt also noticed me, hmmm hmmm~ It seems interesting~
There is no way out. I took a deep breath and fully released two abilities –
The left half of my body was transformed into a dragon, while the right half was wrapped in the flames of the Soul-Soul Fruit. The pain of activating two Yonko abilities at the same time made me scream, but the effect was amazing: both Yonko showed shocked expressions.
My ability?! Kaido’s dragon whiskers trembled angrily.
You stole Mom’s power! screamed Perospero, Big Mom’s eldest son.
I endured the severe pain and launched an attack on both of them at the same time: Hot Breath! + Weiguo!
The breath of the Azure Dragon merged with Big Mom’s sword skills, and a wave of heat energy wrapped in soul flames blasted between the two. The violent explosion tore a huge rift in the boundary between ice and fire!
Seeking death! Kaido was furious and a bolt of lightning struck.
The aunt also took action: Zeus!
I dodged desperately, but was still hit by the aftermath. I fell heavily on the ice and slid dozens of meters away. Blood flowed from the corner of my mouth, and the system alarm flashed wildly:
[Physical Load: 120%][System overload: 65%][Immediate evacuation recommended]Suddenly, a room opened up and I was instantly transferred to the inside of the laboratory. Luo’s pale face appeared in front of me: Don’t move, your internal organs are about to break.
Luo?! Why are you here? I looked at this former Shichibukai in surprise.
I should be the one asking you this. Luo used his ability to give me emergency treatment while challenging two of the Four Emperors. Is he crazy?
For my friends…I coughed up blood. What about Luffy and the others?
Safe. In the lower level of the lab. Luo frowned at me. Your ability… is very special. Vegapunk will be very interested in you.
My heart tightened: What does that mean?
Law didn’t answer, but took me through several corridors to a huge laboratory. Luffy and others were surrounding a huge culture chamber with shocked expressions.
Li Yong! Luffy saw me and ran over immediately. Look! This… This is
I approached the incubator, and my blood froze—
In the light green liquid, there floated a boy who looked exactly like me! No, to be more precise, it was an adult version of me, about twenty years old, with a glowing pattern on his chest that was exactly the same as the system interface.
This…is impossible…my voice trembled.
Robin is studying the stone tablet next to him: It reads Clone No. 17: Alien Gene Carrier, Ability Duplication Failed…
There’s something even more exciting over there. Franky pointed to a huge machine at the end of the laboratory.
I staggered over and was completely stunned – the operating interface of the machine was exactly the same as my system! There was a line of small words engraved on the console: Lunar Technology Heritage, No. AS-017.
[System synchronization rate suddenly increased: 80%…90%…99%…]【Final Agreement Launch】
[Authentication passed: Visitor from another world No. 17]A mechanical voice I had never heard before rang directly in my mind:
【Welcome home, experiment subject】
My legs went weak and I fell to the ground, my head aching. Countless strange fragments of memories flooded into my mind – the moon city of Birka, the giant straw hat, the blank hundred years, the ancient kingdom… and the real purpose of the system…
Li Yong! Luffy held my shaking body, what happened?
I… I don’t know… I held my head in pain, these memories are not mine… The system is talking to me…
Suddenly there was a violent explosion outside and the whole laboratory was shaking.
The Four Emperors are coming! Usopp jumped up from the monitor. They are coming this way!
Luo immediately opened the ROOM: We must evacuate immediately!
Take him with you! I pointed at the other me in the incubator.
Are you crazy? Luo’s eyes widened in disbelief.
He is important…I insisted, believe me!
Luffy smashed the incubator without saying a word and carried the unconscious me on his shoulders: Let’s go!
As we rushed out of the laboratory, a breath of heat destroyed half of the building. Kaido’s blue dragon form hovered in the air: Hand over that kid!
He belongs to me! Big Mom approached from the other side riding Zeus.
Run! Luo opened the largest room and teleported us to the coast.
The Thousand Sunny was not far away, but the two Yonko would catch up in no time. I looked at my arm, which was still in dragon form, and made a decision.
You guys get on board first! I’ll cover you!
No! Luffy, Zoro and Sanji said in unison.
Listen to me! I endured the pain that was tearing my body apart. My system… is related to this island. They are chasing me! You take that person and go first. I will find a way to get out!
Luffy stared at me intently, and finally nodded with gritted teeth: You must come back alive! Otherwise I will beat you away!
Zoro and Sanji stood on both sides of me: We will stay and help you.
No, protecting Luffy and the clone is more important. I shook my head. Believe me, I can hold them back.
The two swordsmen nodded reluctantly and followed the others to run towards the Thousand Sunny.
Turning around to face the two emperors chasing after me, I took a deep breath and injected all my remaining strength into the system:
[Request overload operation]【Unlock all restrictions】
Even if the price is life
The system was silent for a moment, then responded:
【Final Agreement Confirmation】
【System fully synchronized start】
[Good luck, Li Yong]Unprecedented power burst out from my body! I transformed into a complete Azure Dragon form at the same time, and the Soul Flame was wrapped around my body! The two abilities merged perfectly to form an unprecedented Dragon Soul form!
Come on, Four Emperors! My voice echoed in the dragon’s roar, let me see your true power!
Kaido and Big Mom attacked at the same time, their heat and thunder intertwined. I rushed forward, and the three forces collided in mid-air, and the shock wave generated tore a crack in the sky of Punk Hazard!
In the last moment before I lost consciousness, I saw the Thousand Sunny safely leave the port, and the last prompt from the system flashed:
【Mission Completed】
[Memory unlocked: 1/10][Next awakening location: Elbaf]Then, darkness swallowed everything.
Chapter 60, The Elbaf Stele (Old Version)
There is light in the darkness.
I struggled to open my heavy eyelids, and in my blurry vision emerged the wooden ceiling and the familiar beams of the ship – the infirmary of the Thousand Sunny. My whole body ached as if I had been stepped on by a giant elephant, but at least I was still alive.
The next second, the entire Straw Hat Pirates squeezed into the small infirmary. Luffy’s big face almost touched my nose: Li Yong! You scared us to death!
Be gentle! Nami pulled Luffy away, he just woke up.
I tried to sit up, but Sanji gently pushed me back to the bed: Don’t worry, super injured. You’ve been in a coma for two weeks.
Two weeks? My voice is hoarse like sandpaper. Punk Hazard… the Four Emperors… the clone
All solved. Zoro leaned against the door frame while Law performed emergency surgery on you. By the way, the energy in your body almost shattered his ROOM.
Luo walked out from behind the crowd, his face paler than usual: “Who are you? That kind of energy reaction… is not something that an ordinary devil fruit can produce.
Everyone’s eyes were on me. I opened my mouth, but I didn’t know where to start. Systems, clones, lunar technology… I still hadn’t figured it out myself.
Let’s talk about it later. Robin was keenly aware of my embarrassment and he needed to rest.
Everyone left reluctantly, only Luffy stayed. He sat cross-legged on the ground, his straw hat covering his eyes: Li Yong, the guy who looks like you is downstairs.
My heart tightened: He is still…alive?
Yes, but he didn’t wake up. Luffy raised his head, his eyes were rarely serious, he was important, right?
I nodded, feeling a tightness in my chest. The clone might be the key to unlocking the mystery of the system, but something in my intuition told me that the truth might overturn everything I have now.
We’ll talk when you get better. Luffy stood up, showing rare thoughtfulness. Eating meat is the most important thing now!
He bounded away, leaving me alone to face the silence of the infirmary.
The system interface automatically expands:
[Host’s vital signs are stable][Next stage target: Elbaf]【Warning: World Government Tracking Signal Detected】
World Government? How did they… Oh yeah, Punk Hazard is Vegapunk’s laboratory, I touched those devices, so they must have left traces.
I forced myself to get out of bed and staggered to the mirror. The boy in the mirror was pale, but the most shocking change was on his chest—a complex glowing pattern that was exactly the same as the pattern on the machine in the laboratory.
Is this the true face of the system? I touched the lines lightly, and a weak electric current flowed through my body along my fingertips.
【Function recovery: 72%】
[Clone AS-017 detected nearby]【Recommend to establish a connection】
The clone… the other me. I have to meet him.
Holding onto the wall, I slowly moved downstairs. Franky built a temporary monitoring room next to the engine room, and the clone was lying there, connected to various monitoring devices.
Standing outside the glass window, I held my breath. It was indeed my face, only more mature, about twenty years old. He also had a glowing pattern on his chest, but it was much dimmer than mine.
He had no signs of life. Luo’s voice came from behind, like a delicate doll.
I gently pushed the door open and walked to the clone. A strange attraction made me reach out and touch his chest——
In an instant, two lines burst into dazzling light at the same time! Countless fragments of memory rushed into my mind like a flood:
——A huge straw hat floats in the void…
——The Five Elders gathered around a machine and discussed in low voices…
——Vegapunk wrote in his experiment log that the 17th attempt to summon another world failed…
——The ruins of the lunar city of Birka…
——The giant wearing a straw hat stands in front of the burning kingdom…
Ah——! I screamed and fell to the ground, the pain was like thousands of needles piercing my brain at the same time.
Luo immediately pulled me away, but the connection had already been established. The clone’s eyelids began to tremble, and the monitoring equipment issued a sharp alarm!
What’s going on? Luffy and the others rushed in.
They resonated! Luo tried to use his ability to separate us, but the room was bounced back by some force as soon as it was opened.
The clone suddenly opened his eyes, and the same pattern of light as on my chest flashed in his pupils. He turned his head to look at me mechanically, and his lips moved:
System…Restart…
Luffy stretched out his arms without saying a word and tied me and the clone together: Is this better?
Surprisingly, the pain did ease. The two lines began to flash synchronously, and the memory transmission became orderly. I saw the complete picture:
Vegapunk discovered the lunar technological heritage, which contained the technology of summoning from another world. The World Government launched the AS Project, attempting to summon souls from parallel worlds to drive ancient weapons. I am the product of the 17th attempt, but the experiment failed – the system did not control my consciousness as expected, but merged perfectly with me.
So that’s it… I muttered to myself, I was brought to this world by force…
The memory transfer ended, the light in the clone’s eyes went out, and it fell into a deep sleep again. The lines on my chest stabilized, and the system prompted an update:
[Memory Unlock: 3/10][Next Stage: Elbaf Giant Village]【System completeness: 65%】
Luo checked the clone’s condition: vital signs were stable, but consciousness had not yet recovered.
Li Yong… Nami looked at me worriedly, what did you mean just now? What do you mean by being forcibly brought into this world?
The cabin was completely silent. Everyone was waiting for my answer.
Taking a deep breath, I decided to confess everything: I am not from this world. My soul comes from another parallel universe, and was accidentally summoned here by Vegapunk’s experiment. This system… I pointed to the pattern on my chest. It was the ancient technology of the moon. It was supposed to control me, but it malfunctioned and became my ability instead.
The silence lasted for a full ten seconds.
So… Usopp was the first to break the silence. Are you from another world? Like in science fiction?
I nodded, nervously watching everyone’s reactions.
So cool! Luffy suddenly shouted, “Is there a title in your world more powerful than the Pirate King?”
Uh…no…
Boring. Luffy pouted, then became excited again, but it’s great that you can come to our world!
The others also showed understanding expressions. Zoro even yawned: No matter which world you come from, you are our partner once you are on this ship.
That’s right! Franky strikes a signature pose, super~special origin!
My eyes were hot and my throat felt like it was blocked by something. Even though they knew I was a visitor from another world, they still accepted me without reservation.
Luo thought thoughtfully: This explains why your ability is so special. Vegapunk must be eager to retrieve your failed work.
So we have to be careful of the World Government. Sanji lit a cigarette, especially the Marine Science Force.
Next stop is Elbaf. I tell you, the system prompts that there are more answers there.
Luo decided to go with us temporarily: I am very interested in your system. In addition, the clone also needs to be monitored continuously.
Three days later, the clone woke up. He had basic cognitive abilities, but his memory was incomplete, like a toddler. We called him Xiaoqi, after experiment number 17.
Xiao Qi has an instinctive affinity for me and always follows me. His system patterns can resonate with me, but he cannot use his abilities on his own. Strangely, Luffy likes him very much and often takes him fishing – although Xiao Qi always stares blankly at the sea without saying a word.
After sailing for a week, the outline of Elbaf appeared on the horizon. This legendary giant island was even more spectacular than expected, with huge longhouses built on the towering peaks and ships anchored in the harbor that were five times the size of the Thousand Sunny.
It’s so big! Luffy stretched his neck to look, the meat must be very big!
As soon as we landed, a group of giant warriors surrounded us. The red-bearded giant in the lead looked down at us and asked, “Dwarfs, what are you doing in Elbaf?”
Robin stepped forward and saluted: We would like to see the elder regarding the ancient stone tablet.
The giant narrowed his eyes: “The elders don’t see outsiders… Wait.” His eyes suddenly locked on Xiao Qi and me, or more precisely, on the lines on our chests. You… follow me.
The giants suddenly became respectful, which surprised us. Following the red-bearded giant through the village, the giants along the way stopped to watch and whispered. I heard a few fragments of words: Eye of the Other World… Prophecy… Return…
The elders’ residence was a huge stone house on the hillside. After entering the house, we saw an ancient giant with wrinkles like ravines sitting by the fire pit, his beard almost dragging on the ground.
Finally, the elder’s voice was like the friction of rocks, the child holding the eyes of another world.
I stepped forward: “Do you recognize this?” I pointed to the lines on my chest.
The elder did not answer directly, but took out a huge stone slab from behind. There was a complex pattern engraved on the stone slab – exactly the same as the pattern on my chest!
This was the prophecy left by Joyboy three thousand years ago. The elder stroked the stone tablet and said, when the Eye of the Otherworld lights up again, the sleeping kingdom will usher in the dawn.
Robin couldn’t wait to record every word: Joey Boy…is it related to the blank 100 years?
The elder nodded: The Giants have guarded this secret for generations. The Eye of the Otherworld is one of the keys to open the final island.
He motioned for me to touch the stone. I stretched out my hand, and the moment my palm touched the stone surface—
The slate suddenly lit up! Countless ancient texts and a star map were projected! Even more amazingly, a mechanized voice began to play in the ancient giant language:
[Seeking help… Birka’s last line of defense collapsed… Send the technology core to Blue Star… Wait for the day of recovery…]Is this… a distress message from the Moon People? Robin translated in shock.
【System integrity increased to 80%】
[Memory Unlock: 5/10][Next target: Wano Country][Warning: World Government Agents Approaching]The system alarm and the sudden horn sounded in the Giant Village at the same time!
The navy is attacking! A giant warrior rushed in to report that three warships surrounded the port!
We rushed out of the stone house and saw the smoke rising from the direction of the port. On the leading warship, a familiar figure stood on the bow – Admiral Kizaru!
What a hassle! Even from such a distance, his lazy voice is still clearly audible. Just hand over the alien experiment obediently.
Luffy pressed his straw hat: Get ready for battle!
No! The elder suddenly pressed Luffy’s shoulder and said, “Leave through the secret passage. The Eye of the Other World is much more important than our village.”
He pointed to a hidden path behind the mountain: There is a speedboat there, enough for you to escape to the next island.
We can’t let you get involved! I objected.
The elder smiled kindly: “The giants have been waiting for this day for eight hundred years. Go and complete Joyboy’s unfinished business.”
The situation was urgent, so we had to obey the arrangements. Before leaving, the elder gave me a small stone fragment: Take it with you, and when all the fragments are gathered, you will know the truth.
We hurriedly fled to the secret passage with Xiao Qi. Behind us, the giant warriors had gathered and were ready to fight the navy.
They can’t stop the general, Luo said seriously.
But it bought us some time. Zoro gripped the hilt tightly, knowing that he would have to repay this favor sooner or later.
We boarded the speedboat prepared by the giants and quickly sailed away from Elbaf. We could hear the sounds of fierce fighting and flashes of explosions from the port, but they gradually faded away.
I held the stone fragment tightly, and the system prompted an update:
[Obtain: Memory Fragment 1/3][Warning: The World Government has issued a top wanted warrant]Robin studied the patterns on the fragment: it seemed to be part of some kind of key. If you collect all three pieces…
You will know the whole truth of the system. I continued her words with mixed feelings.
Xiao Qi suddenly grabbed my hand, with a glimmer of clarity in his eyes: Dangerous… but… you must… continue…
Luffy grinned, his straw hat looking particularly bright in the sunset: Who cares about the World Government! Our adventure has just begun!
Everyone echoed in unison. The speedboat cut through the waves and headed towards Wano Country. No matter what dangers and truths were waiting ahead, at least I knew that I was no longer fighting alone.
[System synchronization rate: 90%]【Team trust: 100%】
[Final unlocking condition: Face the original Straw Hat]This mysterious hint flashed by and then disappeared. But at this moment, I was no longer confused.
Chapter 61, Mechanical Heart (Old Version)
That is Wano Country?
Standing at the bow, I squinted at the island in the distance, surrounded by huge waterfalls. The steep cliffs were like natural walls, isolating the entire country from the outside world. Even from such a distance, I could feel the special atmosphere permeating the island – some kind of ancient and powerful energy field.
It is said that we have to go up against the waterfall. Nami studied the nautical chart and found that special carp was needed for traction.
Luffy stretched out his arms excitedly and gestured: Dive like a fish! So funny!
Xiao Qi stood quietly beside me. He had become even more silent since leaving Elbaf. I noticed that the lines on his chest would flash from time to time, resonating subtly with my system.
Suddenly, a sharp pain pierced my temple! I staggered and held onto the side of the boat, while Xiao Qi also held his head and screamed silently. Both of our system patterns burst into strong light at the same time, forming an arc in the air!
Li Yong! Xiao Qi! Qiao Ba immediately rushed over to check.
The surrounding electronic equipment – Nami’s recording pointer, Franky’s mechanical parts, and even the ship’s lighting system – all failed! The Thousand Sunny fell into chaos in an instant.
The system…is out of control…I gritted my teeth and squeezed out a few words, feeling countless data streams rushing through my mind.
【Warning: Similar system signal detected】
[Forced Resonance Activation][Target Location: Underground of Wano Country]Xiao Qi suddenly pointed to Wano Country and mechanically repeated: You must… go to… the core
Luo immediately opened the ROOM space to separate the two of us. After the resonance was interrupted, all the equipment returned to normal, but my headache continued.
This is not right. Luo frowned and checked Xiao Qi. His vital signs were mimicking your fluctuations, like… a mirror image.
My heart tightened. Could it be that Xiao Qi’s incomplete system was trying to synchronize with my complete system? But why was it Wano Country?
Let’s find a way to land first. Zoro held the hilt of the knife and said he would talk about it after he got ashore.
With the help of Franky’s modified jet device, the Thousand Sunny successfully climbed the waterfall. As soon as it entered the inland sea, a ship flying the flag of the Beasts Pirates came towards them!
It’s the Giver! Usopp exclaimed through the telescope, a semi-mechanized person with special abilities!
The battle is about to begin. I endured the headache and checked today’s system:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Barrier Fruit (Bato), Mimicry Fruit (Von Clay), Surgery Fruit (Law), Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Whitebeard), Thunder Fruit (Enelu)]Considering the special environment of Wano Country, I chose the Thunder Fruit. The moment the ability is activated, the remaining pain in the body is immediately paralyzed by the electric current.
You guys stand back. I’ll jump onto the mast, 100 million volts of thunder!
A thick lightning column fell from the sky and hit the enemy ship directly! Before the gifters could react, they were electrocuted to a crisp, and the ship began to sink.
So cool! Luffy is jumping around on the deck, and Li Yong will be electric!
We quickly left the battle zone and landed on the secluded coast of Jiuli. There was no one here, only dense woods and a few dilapidated houses in the distance.
Gather intelligence first. Luo suggested that they split up and act separately.
Robin, Xiao Qi, and I teamed up and disguised ourselves as vagrants to head to the nearest village. The scene along the way was heartbreaking – the fields were barren, the villagers were pale and thin, and wanted posters of the Beasts Pirates were everywhere.
The rule of General Orochi and Kaido is more cruel than imagined, Robin whispered.
Xiao Qi suddenly stopped and stared at the ground: There is something below…
I squatted down and put my palms on the ground. The system responded immediately:
【Underground energy response detected】
[Depth: 200 meters][Attribute: Lunar Technology Core][Status: Sleeping]There are lunar technology devices underground. I whispered to Robin that it might be due to system resonance.
Back at the temporary camp, we shared our intelligence. Luffy and the others met Kin’emon and Momonosuke, former retainers of the Kozuki family, and learned about the current situation of the resistance forces in Wano Country. Franky found a large number of mechanical parts at the scrapyard, which were all abandoned experimental products of the Beasts Pirates.
Kaido is holding a banquet on Onigashima tomorrow night. Luffy stuffs his mouth with stolen rice balls, let’s sneak in!
It’s too dangerous. Nami objected, that’s the lair of the Four Emperors!
I have to go. I touched the lines on my chest. Something is calling the system underground on Ghost Island… It may be the key to solving the mystery.
In the end, it was decided that Luffy, me, Law and Xiao Qi would sneak into Onigashima, while the others would disperse to support the rebels.
That night, we used Luo’s ability to sneak into Onigashima. This island, which looks like a skeleton, is eerie and terrifying, with the air filled with the smell of alcohol and blood. There was loud music coming from the main castle – Kaido’s banquet was in full swing.
Act separately. Luo whispered, I will go to collect intelligence, and you find the underground entrance.
Luffy dragged Xiao Qi and I into the castle. In the hall, the drunk Kaido was giving a speech:
…Once I find the ancient power source, I can…hiccup…build an invincible mechanical army! The World Government is shit!
Ancient power source? Xiao Qi and I looked at each other and felt the system throbbing at the same time.
Where is it? Xiao Qi suddenly spoke, his voice mechanical and hollow, “Where is the core?”
Kaido seemed to have heard it, and his huge dragon eyes turned towards the corner where we were hiding: Who is there? !
Run! Luffy grabbed us and ran.
We stumbled into a tunnel and somehow found ourselves at the bottom of the ghost island. The temperature dropped sharply and the walls were covered with strange metal patterns – exactly the same as the system patterns!
This is… My system automatically activated and projected a 3D map:
300 meters underground on Ghost Island, there is a huge spherical machine sleeping, with ancient characters engraved on its surface. The system is marked as [Lunar Technology Core: Birka’s Last Legacy].
So that’s it… It suddenly dawned on me that Kaido and Orochi occupied Wano Country for this!
Xiao Qi suddenly hugged his head and screamed in pain. His system patterns flashed wildly and began to absorb the surrounding energy uncontrollably!
Xiao Qi! I reached out to help him, but was pulled back by a strong suction force!
The two systems were forced to resonate again, and this time it was even more intense! My energy was frantically drained by Xiao Qi’s system, and there was only a mechanical cold light left in his eyes:
Must…complete…survive…
Luo arrived in time and opened the room to separate us: His incomplete system is trying to devour yours! If this goes on, both of you will die!
Operation Fruit: Life Separation! Law’s hands glowed blue, forcibly cutting off the connection between the two systems.
Xiao Qi collapsed to the ground and regained some consciousness: I’m sorry… I can’t control…
I leaned against the wall and gasped weakly. The system popped up a warning:
Energy loss: 45%
[Under urgent repair]【Memory fragments forced release】
Suddenly, a strange memory came into my mind——
Vegapunk’s laboratory. I (or rather, Subject 17) was fixed to a machine, with tubes inserted into my chest. Vegapunk wrote in his log: Subject 17 successfully merged with the alien soul, but had to be destroyed due to excessive resistance. The AS Project was temporarily suspended.
Then…exploded, escaped, fell into the sea…was rescued by Makino…
This is… my first day in this world… I muttered to myself.
Luo looked at me seriously: Your system was originally one, but was forcibly divided into a complete version and an incomplete version. Xiao Qi’s system is trying to survive, and it will keep trying to devour you.
Luffy clenched his fists: Is there any way to solve this?
Two options. Luo raised two fingers. One, completely separate the two systems, but Xiao Qi might die; two, find the core underground, maybe they can repair both systems at the same time.
We heard the footsteps of pursuers in the distance. We had to retreat temporarily, but we already knew what to do next – find the moon technology core and solve the mystery of the system.
When leaving Onigashima, Luffy solemnly announced under the cherry tree: No matter which world you are from, you are now a partner of our world! I will beat anyone who dares to touch you!
The night wind blew the petals away, and the lines on my chest felt slightly warm. No matter what dangers and truths lay ahead, at least at this moment, I knew I belonged here.
【System recovery: 60%】
[Next goal: Activate the moon core][Warning: World Government Agents Have Infiltrated Wano Country]Chapter 62, The Night of the Full Moon at the Gate to Another World (Old Version)
At dawn, we hid in an abandoned teahouse in the Kuri area. The information brought back from Onigashima last night kept everyone awake – there was a device sleeping underground in Wano Country that could connect the two worlds.
Li Yong, you look very bad. Qiao Ba touched my forehead with his hoof, and my temperature was two degrees higher than usual.
I forced a smile: the system is repairing itself and the consumption is quite high.
In fact, ever since I was forced to separate from Xiao Qi’s system, the lines on my chest have been aching, as if there were electric currents running under my skin. Xiao Qi was even worse. He curled up in a corner, mechanically repeating a few broken words: Door… key… must be completed
Luo injected him with a sedative: his system was on the verge of collapse. If he couldn’t find the core, he could only last three days at most.
Luffy was silent, his straw hat covering his eyes. Suddenly, he stood up and said, “Let’s go find Kin’emon. The Kozuki family is the ruler of Wano Country. They must know something.”
We secretly met with Denjiro, the leader of the Nine Red Scabbards, through the resistance network. The meeting place was arranged at an ancient shrine in the Suzugo area, where the statue enshrined was not an ordinary statue, but a metal plate engraved with unknown characters.
This is a secret that the Kozuki family has guarded for generations. Denjiro is a sharp-eyed swordsman with a hideous scar on his left eye. He unfolds a yellowed ancient design, which we call the Gate to the Other World.
The design was a cross-section of a ring-shaped device, but the key parts were blurred. I looked closer, and the lines on my chest suddenly felt hot! The system automatically activated, projecting a beam of light to fill in the missing parts of the design—
A complete circular door structure emerged, with a pattern in the center that was exactly the same as the pattern on my chest!
This…! Denjiro took a step back in shock. How do you know the complete design?
His system is responding. Luo calmly analyzed that it seemed that the door guarded by the Kozuki family was related to lunar technology.
Robin studied the completed design carefully: According to the markings, this device requires three conditions to be activated – the holder of the Eye of the Other World, a sufficiently powerful energy source, and… some kind of bloodline factor?
The blood of the D clan. Denjiro whispered that Lord Oden said before his death that when the eyes of the other world meet the will of D, the door will open again.
Luffy tilted his head: D? The same as the middle letter in my name?
My heartbeat quickened. All the clues were coming together – Vegapunk’s experiment, my time travel, the system, the ancient kingdom… and the D clan represented by Luffy.
Where is the door? I asked anxiously.
Denjiro pointed to the ground: directly below Wano Country, surrounded by Kaido’s fortress. Legend has it that Joyboy tried to activate it 800 years ago, but failed.
Just as we were discussing the action plan, Chopper’s cry came from outside: Oh no! Xiaoqi is missing!
We rushed out and found that the rebel guarding Xiao Qi had been knocked unconscious. There was a line of crooked words on the ground: The order must be completed.
On the night of the full moon… I looked up at the gradually darkening sky, and a full moon was slowly rising. The system had reminded me that the phase of the moon would affect Xiaoqi’s condition!
Nami suddenly pointed at the sea: Look! That’s the Thousand Sunny!
In the distant harbor, the Thousand Sunny was strangely setting sail on its own! Through the telescope, a small figure could be seen standing on the deck – Xiao Qi!
How can he operate a boat? Franky was shocked.
It’s not him who’s operating it. My chest is aching. It’s his system that’s controlling the machinery on the ship!
We quickly boarded the spare boat to catch up. The moonlight was getting brighter and brighter, casting a silver glow on the sea. Xiao Qi stood at the stern of the Thousand Suns. His figure was thin and strange in the moonlight, and his eyes glowed with an unnatural blue light.
Xiao Qi! Stop! Luffy stretched out his arms to grab the edge of the boat, but the distance was too far.
Xiao Qi turned to us, and his voice was no longer that of the cute boy, but a cold mechanical voice: Command confirmed: Return to the core. Obstacles cleared.
The Thousand Sunny’s turrets automatically turned towards us! Franky’s face changed drastically: He hacked into my weapon system!
Dodge! Luo opened up the ROOM space, and our boat instantly moved, barely avoiding the bombardment.
I tried to establish a connection with Xiao Qi using the system, but as soon as I made contact, I was bounced back by a strong repulsive force:
[Warning: Hostile instruction set detected][Target system status: Final protocol activated]【Suggestion: Destroy the target system immediately】
Destroy Xiao Qi? I bit my lip. Even though I knew he was controlled by a program, I couldn’t do it. He was the only one who came from the same source as me. In a way, he was like my brother…
Li Yong! Luffy held my shoulder, his eyes firm, let’s find the third way together! Just like saving Robin on Judicial Island!
Luo suggested: If I can have physical contact, I can try to use the surgery fruit to separate his system control module.
But how to get close? Usopp pointed at the electric net that suddenly rose up around the Thousand Sunny. He had weaponized the entire ship!
I checked today’s system draw:
[The devil fruit abilities that can be drawn today: Sparkle Fruit (Kizaru), Silence Fruit (Corazon), Mimicry Fruit (Von Clay), Magnet-Magnet Fruit (Kid), Soul-Soul Fruit (Big Mom)]The Shining Fruit! I chose it without hesitation. Golden light instantly covered my entire body, and I turned into a beam of light and rushed towards the Thousand Sunny!
Xiao Qi – or rather the system controlling Xiao Qi – reacted immediately. All the guns on the ship turned towards me, and the barrage blocked all the routes forward. I dodged with difficulty while moving at the speed of light, and was almost hit several times.
Li Yong! Then! Luo suddenly threw a stone into the air – it was the memory fragment given by Elder Elbaf!
The moment I caught the fragment, the system prompt exploded:
[Memory Fragment 2/3 Activated][Temporary unlock: command overwrite permission][Duration: 3 minutes]A beam of light shot out from my chest and hit Xiao Qi directly! He froze in place, blue light flashing violently in his eyes, and the two systems began to forcibly connect!
Ah——! Xiao Qi let out a scream that was not human, and fell to the ground with his head in his hands.
I took the opportunity to land on the deck and hugged him: Luo! Now!
The ROOM space unfolds, and Law’s hands glow blue: Surgical Fruit·Nerve Stripping!
Xiao Qi’s body twitched violently, and a mass of blue data-like substance was slowly drawn out. At this critical moment, the Thousand Sunny suddenly tilted violently – a warship flying the flag of the World Government appeared on our flank at some point, and fired a cannon at the side of the ship!
CP0! Robin recognized the white-masked agent on the ship.
The leading CP0 commander held a strange device in his hand and pointed it at us: confirm the alien experimental subject and execute the final purification protocol.
The device fired a red light, which penetrated the ROOM space and hit Xiao Qi! The system data that Luo had extracted halfway suddenly went berserk, turning into countless blue spikes that shot out in all directions!
Watch out! I threw myself on Luo, blocking most of the spikes with my body. The pain made my eyes go black, and I felt something invade my system.
[Warning: Hostile Command Invasion][System integrity compromised: 40%]Another strange memory flooded in——
A huge incubator with dozens of my clones floating inside. Vegapunk reported to the Five Elders: The 17th batch of AS Project test subjects are ready, and the stability of the alien channel has increased to 65%. Then the scene switched to a city ruin on the moon, with a huge door in the center…
My memory suddenly stopped. I coughed up blood and found that Xiao Qi had regained some consciousness and was holding my hand weakly.
Li Yong…brother…he said in a weak voice, the core…is not the door…it’s the lock…
What lock? I asked eagerly.
Locking… the ancient demon… the blue light in Xiao Qi’s eyes intensified again, they are coming… must be stopped…
The CP0 ship was approaching, and the second round of bombardment was ready. Luo made a quick decision: retreat first!
Luffy stretched out his arms and pulled everyone back into the boat. We were forced to abandon the Thousand Sunny and escape under the cover of night. Xiao Qi lay on the bottom of the boat, sometimes conscious and sometimes confused. Every time he was conscious, he could only utter a few fragmented words:
Vegapunk… was cheated…
Behind the door…is not home…
Lord Yim…The Watcher…
These few words made Robin think: What if the door is not a passage connecting two worlds, but a lock that blocks something?
In the distance, the CP0 warships did not pursue us, but boarded the Thousand Sunny. Through the telescope, we saw what they took from the ship – most likely the spare Coke Energy that Franky hid in the engine room.
Damn it. Franky’s face turned pale. Those cokes were mixed with energy samples from lunar technology!
Denjiro had been observing everything silently, and suddenly drew his sword and pointed it in the direction of Onigashima: In any case, the time for the decisive battle has come. Kaido and Orochi will execute the last bloodline of the Kozuki clan in Hana tomorrow night.
Luffy pressed the Straw Hat and said: Let’s beat them together!
I held Xiao Qi, who was sometimes unconscious and sometimes awake, with mixed feelings in my heart. His system had been severely damaged by CP0’s device, and his vital signs were getting weaker and weaker. My system also became unstable due to this invasion:
【System integrity: 58%】
[Memory Unlock: 7/10][Final warning: If the system integrity is less than 50%, the host is at risk of being wiped out]The word “obliterate” gave me chills. But what concerned me more was what Xiao Qi said – the core is the lock, not the door. If the device under the country of Wano is not to connect the two worlds, but to block something…
Li Yong. Robin gently called me back to my senses. She pointed at the faint lines on Xiao Qi’s chest and said, “Look.”
In the moonlight, Xiaoqi’s patterns projected a blurry hologram – a silhouette wearing a huge straw hat stood in front of the door, holding the same pattern of patterns on my chest in his hand.
D’s will… Eyes from another world… Robin murmured to himself, what does all this mean?
The night wind blew across the sea, and the boat headed towards the ghost island. No matter what truth and danger were waiting ahead, I knew that tomorrow would be the moment when all mysteries would be revealed.
[CP0 Commander Log Update: Sample No. 17 has been successfully recovered, and the purification protocol is ready. Goal: Eliminate two test subjects at the same time on the decisive battle site, Onigashima. ]Chapter 63: I’d Rather Choose Death (Old Version)
The sky over Ghost Island was as dark as ink.
We follow the commandos of the Nine Red Scabbards and sneak into Kaido’s lair along a secret path. Xiao Qi is temporarily settled in a safe house, cared for by Chopper and several resistance fighters. His condition is sometimes good and sometimes bad, but every time he wakes up, he repeats the disturbing words: the core is the lock, not the door.
The main venue is in front of us. Denjiro lowered his voice and said that Kaido and Orochi were going to execute Lord Momonosuke there.
I peeked from behind the rocks. The execution platform had been set up in front of the skull-shaped building on the top of Onigashima. The young Momonosuke was chained, and the drunken members of the Beast Pirates were below the platform. General Orochi was giving an arrogant speech, and Kaido… that devil-like figure was sitting at the highest point, never leaving his wine gourd.
The plan remains unchanged. Kin’emon checked the knife and said, “We will rescue Lord Momonosuke, and you find a chance to sneak underground.”
Luffy can no longer hold back, his fists are clenched so hard that they make a clattering sound: I can’t wait to beat that dragon away!
The lines on my chest suddenly hurt, and the system popped up a warning:
[High concentration energy response detected][Source: 500 meters underground][Status: Activated 15%…20%…][Warning: Unknown vital signs detected]Something is wrong… I grabbed Luo’s arm, and something underground was waking up!
Before he finished speaking, the sky suddenly tore apart! A black and red lightning struck down, hitting the execution platform! Kaido stood up suddenly, no longer drunk: Who? !
The smoke and dust cleared, and a figure wearing a straw hat stood proudly – it was Luffy! He had rushed out without knowing when, and broke Momonosuke’s chains with one punch!
Straw Hat Boy! Kaido’s roar shook the rocks down, you’re looking for death!
The moment the two confronted each other, their domineering auras collided! Black and red lightning intertwined in the air, and the sky was really torn apart – the clouds parted to both sides, revealing a strange starry sky!
And at this moment, the ground began to shake violently!
Earthquake? Nami held onto the shaking wall.
No… it’s the thing below! The lines on my chest felt like they were burning, and the system interface suddenly turned a glaring blood red:
[Emergency Alert: Lunar Core Activated][Seal integrity: 70%…65%…60%…]【It is recommended to block immediately】
The ground in the distance exploded, and a metal arm as big as a castle broke out of the ground! The surface of the arm was covered with patterns similar to those on my and Xiaoqi’s chests, and it was flashing a dangerous red light.
What the hell is that?! Usopp’s jaw almost dropped to the ground.
Kaido and Orochi also looked at this scene in shock. Orochi suddenly laughed wildly: Success! The ancient weapon finally awakened!
Idiot! Kaido hit the big snake with a stick, that’s not our weapon!
In the chaos, Luo quickly opened the ROOM space and teleported us to the vicinity of the metal arm. When I got closer, I could see clearly that this was not a weapon at all – there was a huge spherical device connected to the end of the arm, which was the moon core shown in the system projection!
The core is the lock…It suddenly dawned on me that this entire device is a seal!
Robin stroked the ancient words on the metal surface: It says that this is a cage and can never be opened… Li Yong, you are right, this is not a door, but a prison that blocks something!
Suddenly, a crack appeared in the center of the core, projecting a holographic image – Lord Yimu was standing in the void, holding a huge straw hat in his hand. The straw hat in the image resonated with the core pattern, and the space began to distort!
No… OK… I stumbled back, the system warning flashing wildly:
[Decrease in spatial stability][A cross-border channel attempt was detected][Warning: High-threat lifeform detected at the other end of the channel]What was vaguely visible in the crack was not the Earth in my memory, but some indescribable dark existence. Countless tentacle-like black shadows were trying to pass through the crack!
Shut it! Robin exclaimed, no matter what it is, it must not be allowed to come into this world!
I rushed to the core and placed my palm on the metal surface. The system was running at full speed:
[Try to reseal…][Required conditions: D’s bloodline + Eye of the Other World][An individual who meets the conditions has been detected: Monkey D. Luffy]Luffy was fighting Kaido so fiercely that he had no time to split himself. The cracks in the core were getting bigger and bigger, and the black shadow had already extended a small section of its tentacles, and the space began to rot wherever it passed!
It’s too late… I bit my finger and blood dripped onto the lines. System, is there any backup plan?
【Final protocol unlock】
[Option 1: Sacrifice the host and the system to permanently seal the channel (success rate 89%)][Option 2: Try to maintain channel stability and find other solutions (extremely high risk)]I froze in place. Choosing one meant that I could never return to my original world, and I might even die; choosing two would put both worlds in danger.
Li Yong! Luffy’s voice suddenly came. He came to my side without knowing when, his eyes under the straw hat were as firm as iron, “Do as you choose, we will always be your partners!”
Kaido’s mace followed closely: Don’t try to get in my way!
Luffy threw a punch without even turning his head, and his fist wrapped in the domineering color collided head-on with Kaido: Get out of here! I don’t have time to deal with you now!
Looking at Luffy’s back and the growing crack in space, I smiled. In fact, there is no need to choose – this world has become my home, and these people are my family.
Execute the final agreement. I whispered.
【confirm】
【Start final system synchronization】
【Memory fully unlocked】
The severe pain came like a tide, and countless fragments of memory finally pieced together into a complete picture –
Eight hundred years ago, the lunar civilization Birka discovered an extra-dimensional life form called a demon. In order to fight it, they created a system as a seal core and gave it to Joyboy, the most powerful warrior at the time, for safekeeping. But Joyboy discovered that the seal would weaken over time, so he established Wano Country as a permanent detention center. The D clan is the warrior clan chosen to guard this secret for generations.
Vegapunk discovered the secret but was misled by the World Government into thinking that the gate was a passage to other worlds. The real purpose of the World Government was to release the demons and obtain their infinite energy…
At the end of the memory, a mysterious man wearing a straw hat and mask modified the experimental parameters and summoned my soul from the original world – it was not accidental, but a deliberate choice!
【System final form unlocked】
[Confirmed price: Permanently cut off connection with the original world]The lines on my chest spread to my entire body, emitting a dazzling blue light. In the light, my body floated up and established a complete connection with the core. The cracks began to slowly close, and the black shadow let out a silent scream!
No! A sharp voice sounded. The commander of CP0 appeared at the scene at some point, holding that strange device, and the purification protocol was activated!
The device fired a beam of red light, hitting my chest directly! The severe pain almost made me faint, and the system’s blue light became unstable.
Li Yong! Luffy tried to rush over, but was entangled by Kaido.
At this critical moment, a familiar figure blocked my way—it was Xiao Qi! He absorbed most of the red light with his body, and the pattern on his chest resonated with mine!
Brother… together… He showed an innocent smile, and then his whole body turned into countless points of light and merged into my system!
[Assist system fusion detected][Integrity restored to 100%][Final Seal: Execution]The blue light surged! The cracks closed at a speed visible to the naked eye, and the tentacles of the shadow were cut off! The core emitted a deafening roar, and the metal arm slowly retracted into the ground…
When the last crack disappeared, I fell exhausted. Luffy caught me in time, and Kaido roared angrily: My ancient weapon! You destroyed it!
Idiot dragon. Luo sneered, that is not a weapon at all.
The battle resumed, but the situation had changed. The Nine Red Scabbards rescued Momonosuke, Orochi was beheaded by the sudden appearance of Denjiro, and Kaido… Luffy was fighting him to the point of devastation!
I leaned weakly against the rock, watching the battle that would determine the fate of Wano Country. The system interface quietly displayed:
[Host identity confirmed: Seal Guardian]【Permanent upgrade of system functions】
【Thank you for choosing this world】
Robin sat next to me and handed me a recording Den Den Mushi that she had taken from the CP0 commander: I think you should take a look at this.
Den Den Mushi projected a video: the real Vegapunk was imprisoned in a secret room, and a man wearing a straw hat mask was reporting to the video of the Five Elders: the 17th phase of the AS plan was successful, and the guardian of the other world had awakened. Master Im’s plan could continue.
Before the video ends, the masked man turns towards the camera as if realizing something, revealing the lower half of his face… which is 70% similar to Luffy!
A traitor from the D clan? Robin speculated.
I shook my head and looked at Luffy who was fighting Kaido in the distance. No matter how many mysteries there were, one thing was certain—this was my destination, and my adventure would continue.
The sky over Onigashima gradually cleared up, and the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on Luffy’s raised fist. His roar resounded through the sky:
Kaido! The dawn of Wano Country… has arrived!
Chapter 64: It’s a Trap (Old Version)
On the seventh day after the Battle of Onigashima, Wano Country welcomed its first real sunrise in twenty years.
I stood on the wall of the Flower Capital, the sun shining warmly on my face. In the distance, craftsmen were repairing the buildings destroyed by Kaido and Orochi, and the laughter of children echoed in the streets. Momonosuke – now he should be called General Momonosuke – was organizing the reconstruction work. Although his face was still childish, his eyes were much firmer.
The lines on my chest still hurt, but it was much better than a week ago. The system interface was floating in front of me, showing the progress of the repair:
【System repair rate: 87%】
[New function unlocked: cross-band communication]【Warning: Abnormal signal source detected】
Here it comes again… I frowned. Since the moon’s core was sealed, the system has captured a strange signal every few hours. It seems like some kind of encrypted communication, but it has never been fully deciphered.
Li Yong! Nami’s voice came from below, it’s time to eat! Sanji made a super luxurious bento!
I closed the system interface and jumped off the wall. The Straw Hat Pirates temporarily stayed in a large house in the Flower Capital. Luffy ate and slept every day, claiming that he wanted to make up for the energy consumed in fighting Kaido.
In the courtyard, everyone was sitting in a circle. Sanji was distributing special desserts to the ladies, Zoro was taking a nap under the cherry tree, Usopp and Chopper were working on some new invention, and Brook was playing a lively tune.
Li Yongjun~Robin smiled and handed me a cup of tea. Are you feeling better?
Well, much better. I took the teacup and sat down next to her. Where’s Luo?
I went to discuss something with Kin’emon. Robin lowered his voice and talked about the AS plan mentioned in the video.
I nodded. Ever since we saw the contents of the Den Den Mushi recording, we have been secretly investigating. The World Government is clearly carrying out some dangerous plan, and Vegapunk seems to be imprisoned.
Hey, Li Yong! Luffy suddenly raised his head from the food pile. Is your system still working?
It works, but some features are still being restored.
Great! Luffy grinned, “When you are fully recovered, we will set out to rescue Vegapunk!”
I nearly choked on my tea: Wait, how did you know—
Because it’s interesting! Luffy said as a matter of course, the mysterious masked man, the imprisoned genius scientist, and the secret plan of the world government! Isn’t this an adventure?
Idiot! Nami punched Luffy on the head. That’s the World Government! You can’t just go there if you want!
What does it matter? Luffy rubbed the bump on his head. Anyway, we have to go to Vegapunk to ask about the main text of history.
Robin’s eyes lit up: Indeed, if Vegapunk is indeed imprisoned, then he may have historical information that we don’t know.
While we were discussing, an urgent prompt suddenly popped up on the system:
【Signal analysis completed】
[Source confirmed: Vegapunk Lab][Content: AS Project Phase 18 starts… The Eye of the Other World is the key… Aeghede… Help…]I stood up suddenly: I received a distress signal from Vegapunk!
Everyone fell silent. Robin quickly took out the sea chart: Egghead… That was the location of Vegapunk’s main research institute, known as Future Island.
Let’s go there then! Luffy announced excitedly.
Wait, Sanji exhaled a puff of smoke, this is obviously a trap. The World Government must have set up a trap there.
But we have to go. I called up the complete information of the system analysis. Vegapunk said that the Eye of the Other World is the key, and my system is based on this technology. If the World Government is really planning something dangerous
We must not let them succeed. Zoro had woken up without knowing when, his hand on the hilt of the sword. When should we set off?
Nami sighed: At least wait until I finish collecting weather data on the seas around Wano Country…
At this moment, the system interface suddenly flashed and projected a holographic map with a clear route marked on it, the destination of which was the Future Island of Egghead.
[Navigation function activation][Target: Egerhead][Estimated flight time: 7 days]【Warning: High energy reaction detected】
It seems that the system also agrees with this decision. I smiled bitterly.
Luffy laughed: Great! The Sunny will set off tomorrow!
After nightfall, Luo returned to the house. After listening to our plan, he frowned: Are you sure you want to go to Aighead? It is the headquarters of the Navy’s scientific forces, and its defense level is second only to Marijoa.
But Vegapunk is there. Robin flipped through the materials found in the Wano Country Library. According to these records, Egghead preserved a large number of ancient documents, and there may even be clues about the blank hundred years.
Luo pondered for a moment: “Then I’ll go with you. I’m also interested in Vegapunk’s technology.”
I nodded gratefully, then noticed that the system had received new information. This time it was an encrypted video that could only be played after being authenticated by the Eye of the Other World.
Robin, you guys should see this.
The three of us came to the quiet backyard, and the system projected the image of Vegapunk. He looked much older and was locked in a transparent cell.
If anyone receives this message, it means that the guardian of the alien world has awakened. Vegapunk’s voice was very soft. The World Government deceived me. The AS plan is not for energy development, but control – using the technology of the moon core to control the thoughts of all living things in the world. Lord Yimu needs the Eye of the Alien World to complete the final connection… Don’t let the system fall into their hands…
The image suddenly distorted, and a blurry figure appeared behind Vegapunk—it was the mysterious man wearing a straw hat and mask!
Li Yong, right? The masked man’s voice was processed, but the tone was surprisingly familiar. We will meet soon. Remember, D is not only inheritance, but also responsibility.
The video ends here.
The three of us looked at each other. He knows you… Robin thought, and he seems to know the secret of the D family.
Luo frowned even more: What’s more troublesome is the plan of the world government. If they really master the technology of mind control…
We have to stop them. I clenched my fists. Whoever that masked man was, he was clearly working for the World Government.
The next morning, the Sunny was ready to set sail. People from Wano Country came to the port to see it off, with Momonosuke and the Nine Red Scabbards standing at the front.
Are you really not going to stay a few more days? Momonosuke asked reluctantly.
No, we have something we must do. Luffy pressed the straw hat, and Wano Country is handed over to you!
Yamato suddenly jumped on board: I want to go too! Kaido’s diary mentioned Egghead, there may be clues about Joyboy!
Luffy grinned: Great! More people means more fun!
As Franky started the engine, the Sunny slowly sailed away from the port. I stood at the stern, looking at the country of Wano that was gradually going away, with mixed feelings in my heart. Two months ago, I was still a confused time traveler; but now, I have a mission that must be completed.
Mr. Li Yong, Brooke suddenly came to my side, can you please have a word with me?
I followed him to the music room. Brooke took out a small box from his suit pocket: I found this in the underground of Ghost Island. You were unconscious at the time, so I never had the chance to give it to you.
I opened the box and found a piece of metal engraved with runes. When my finger touched it, the system responded immediately:
[Authentication module detected][Guardian authority enhancement][Memory Bank Unlock: Lv.2]A flood of memories flooded into his mind – eight hundred years ago, the lunar civilization Birka selected a soul from another world as a guardian in order to seal the devil. Joyboy divided this soul into two parts: one part stayed in the past to maintain the seal, and the other part traveled to the future and awakened when the seal loosened…
This is me… no, it’s our memory. I muttered to myself, the system didn’t choose me by chance, I was originally the guardian…
Brooke looked at me quietly: Are you okay?
Well, thank you, Brooke. I put away the metal sheet, and that answered a lot of questions.
Walking out of the music room, I found Robin studying a copy of a historical text on the deck. Seeing me coming over, she smiled and said, “That’s right, I have some discoveries to share with you.”
She pointed to an ancient text on the rubbing: it mentioned that the eyes of the other world can see through the truth, and another paragraph said that when dawn comes, the guardian will guide the direction. Combined with the images we saw, I suspect…
The Eye of the Other World is not only the key to the seal, but also can reveal the hidden truth of history. I continued her words, Robin, I think the World Government wants to use it to tamper with history, not just control thoughts.
Robin’s eyes widened slightly: This would explain why Lord Im attached so much importance to this plan… If they could rewrite history, they could cover up the truth of the blank hundred years forever.
While we were discussing, the ship suddenly shook violently! Usopp screamed from outside: There is something in the sea!
We rushed to the deck and saw a huge black shadow approaching the Sunny under the sea. It didn’t look like a sea king, but some kind of mechanical structure!
[AS model underwater detector detected][Affiliation: Naval Science Force]【Warning: Locked】
Franky! Luffy yelled, can you get rid of it?
Leave it to me! Franky activated several hidden buttons, and the Sunny went into stealth mode!
A special device popped out from the bottom of the ship, releasing a bubble of interference. Taking this opportunity, the Sunny accelerated away from the danger zone. But the system showed that although the detector was temporarily interfered, it was still tracking us.
It seems that the World Government already knows our goal. Robert uses Devil May Cry, do you want to kill it?
No, keep it. It occurred to me that the system could trace the signal back and find out who was controlling it.
After a few minutes of operation, the system successfully hacked into the detector’s communication channel. A familiar mechanical voice came:
AS-09 report, target locked… requesting headquarters instructions…
Then another voice – calm, graceful, and dangerous:
Keep following them without alerting them. Let them lead us to the complete code of the Eye of the Otherworld.
Robin and I looked at each other and recognized the voice – CP0’s supreme commander, Rob Lucci!
It’s really a trap. Nami bit her nails and asked, “Are we still going?”
Luffy didn’t hesitate: Of course! Who cares about CP0, just beat him up!
Zoro grinned: Don’t be as embarrassed this time as you were on the Judicial Island.
But we need a plan. Luo calmly analyzed that Egghead was designed by Vegapunk and must be full of various high-tech defense systems.
I have a way. I called up the newly unlocked function of the system. The system can simulate the frequency of Vegapunk’s technology and deceive some basic defenses in a short time. But the core area requires more advanced permissions…
Let’s talk about it later! Luffy patted my shoulder and said, “Let’s eat first!” Sanji, I’m hungry!
At night, I climbed up the watchtower alone. The starry sky was bright and the sea breeze was cool. The system was running a self-check program in the background to repair the last functional problems.
Suddenly, a dark figure appeared silently behind me. I turned around and saw a hooded figure standing in the moonlight.
Who? I activated my system’s defense mode with caution.
The figure slowly raised his head, revealing a face that was somewhat similar to Luffy’s – it was the masked man in the video! But he was not wearing a mask at this moment, and his true face was revealed.
“Take it easy, Guardian.” His voice was much gentler than in the video. “I am here to warn you.”
You’re the one working for the World Government! I took a fighting stance.
He shook his head: It’s just the surface. I’m another D, the backup left by Joyboy. He pointed to the starry sky. The real threat is not the World Government, but their imminent return. The seal of the moon’s core has weakened, and a signal has been sent to the universe.
What on earth are you talking about?
You will understand when you reach Aeghede. His body begins to become transparent. Remember, the Eye of the Otherworld can not only see through the past… but also foresee the future. Use it well…
After saying this, his figure completely disappeared, as if he had never appeared. The system records showed no signs of life, just like encountering a ghost.
I stood there in a daze, his words echoing in my mind. This mysterious man who calls himself Another D, the conspiracy of the World Government, the threat of his imminent return… everything seems to point to Egghead.
The Sunny sails towards an unknown future, braving the wind and waves. No matter what awaits us, one thing is certain: the adventure has just begun.
Chapter 65, Future Island (Old Version)
At dawn on the seventh day, the Sunny arrived at the waters of Eghead, the future island.
What is that?! Usopp’s scream drew everyone to the deck.
In the morning mist, an island that defies all common sense of physics gradually emerges – buildings are suspended in mid-air, connected by glowing energy pipes; seawater flows upstream along transparent tracks to form spiral water bridges; the most shocking thing is the huge hemispherical structure in the center of the island, its surface covered with metal scales that constantly change patterns, like a living thing.
[Target: Egghead confirmed][Quantum-level energy shield detected][Warning: Technology level exceeds system database by 87%]I rubbed my eyes to make sure I read it correctly. The system’s warning meant that Vegapunk’s technology had approached – and even partially surpassed – the legacy of the lunar civilization.
Too…too awesome! Franky was so excited that tears streamed down his face. Super Tech Island!
Nami carefully checked the record pointer: the magnetic field is completely chaotic, and ordinary pointers can’t find this place at all. Li Yong, your system navigation is really helpful.
Luffy stretched his rubber neck and wrapped it around the mast: We can’t see the entrance, how do we get up?
Indeed, the entire island was enveloped in a translucent blue film, without any obvious port or entrance. Several naval ships were anchored in the distance, seemingly waiting for permission to enter.
Let me try. I focused my attention and let the system scan the weak points of the shield. In my field of vision, a dense stream of data appeared on the light film, and one section of code looked particularly familiar.
Is this… lunar text?
Robin came over immediately and asked: Can you interpret it?
I nodded and let the system run the translation program. After a moment, a message appeared:
[Authentication Request: Confirmation of the Identity of the Guardian of the Other World][Please enter the startup password]Password? I frowned. How would I know what password is?
Suddenly, Xiao Qi’s last words flashed through my mind. The core is the lock, not the door.
I took a deep breath and placed my palm on the light film: the core is the lock, and the protection is the key.
The light film instantly turned green, and a circular passage opened in front of us.
It’s amazing! Chopper’s eyes sparkled.
Don’t be happy too soon, Luo reminded calmly, this might be a trap.
Luffy has already jumped to the bow: Go! Sunny!
The moment you pass through the film, the surrounding scenery changes suddenly. The seawater turns fluorescent blue, and countless holographic billboards float in the sky, advertising various incomprehensible technological products. The weirdest thing is that the gravity here seems to be abnormal – some buildings are completely upside down in the sky, but pedestrians walk on them as if they were on flat ground.
【Adapting to the environment…】
[Gravity adjustment coefficient: 0.8-1.2 variable][Multiple monitoring devices detected]The Sunny was docked at a floating dock. As soon as I got off the ship, a round-headed robot slid over:
Welcome to Egghead, Straw Hat Pirates. Lord Vegapunk has been waiting for you.
We looked at each other. Luffy picked his nose: Vegapunk? Isn’t he imprisoned?
The robot laughed mechanically: Lord Vegapunk is everywhere. Please follow me.
I secretly started a system scan and found that this robot did have the Vegapunk Laboratory logo, but its signal source was very strange – intermittent, as if it was interfered with by something.
Everyone be careful, I whispered, something is wrong.
The robot led us through a transparent corridor, with a city view hundreds of meters below us. Usopp and Chopper hugged each other tightly, closing their eyes and not daring to look down.
Where are we going? Robin asked.
Central Research Institute, the robot replied, Lord Vegapunk has prepared a special display.
At the end of the corridor was a huge metal door with the World Government logo engraved on it. The robot stopped in front of the door: “Guardians of the Other World please enter alone. Everyone else please wait in the lounge.”
No! Nami immediately objected, we won’t separate.
The indicator light on the robot’s head flashed a few times: This is a safety protocol. Only individuals with the Eye of the Other World can enter the core area.
Luffy patted my shoulder: “Then we’ll wait for you outside. Shout if there’s any danger!”
I nodded and walked towards the metal door alone. As the system scanned the door lock, the authentication was automatically passed again – as if my permissions had been preset.
Behind the door was a circular hall with a huge holographic projection suspended in the center, showing a complex three-dimensional structure. I recognized it as a replica of the moon’s core!
We finally meet, Guardian of the Other World.
Voices came from all directions. The lights in the hall came on, and a tall and thin figure stood in front of the control console—it was Vegapunk! But unlike the old and haggard look in the video, he was now energetic, with wisdom shining in his eyes.
Dr. Vegapunk? Aren’t you imprisoned?
He smiled slightly: The one imprisoned is my real body. I am one of the six avatars he created, codenamed Thought.
Six clones? I suddenly remembered the AS plan that the World Government had mentioned. Could that be Vegapunk’s clone plan?
Time is limited, Thought Vegapunk said quickly, the World Government has already controlled the other five clones. They distorted my research and wanted to use the Eye of the Other World to control the whole world.
He called up a holographic image, which showed a huge device underneath Marijoa, the headquarters of the World Government, that was shaped like an enlarged version of the moon’s core.
This is a replica of Uranus, the king of heaven. Im intends to use it to connect the consciousness of all human beings and establish a collective mind of absolute obedience.
I felt a chill in my chest: So the AS plan is…
Absolute Submission, the thought Vegapunk confirmed, and you are the key. The Eye of the Other World can stabilize the connection channel and prevent energy overload.
He handed me a data chip: Here is all the information you need. But first, you must activate the full functionality of the system.
How to activate?
Foresee the future. He pointed at my eyes. The ultimate ability of the Eye of the Other World is not to see into the past, but to foresee possibilities. Give it a try.
I half-believed and half-doubted, concentrating my attention and letting the system run the newly unlocked function. Suddenly, my vision was flooded by a dazzling white light.
…Marijoa is burning, not with ordinary flames, but with strange blue-purple energy…
…Yim fell to his knees, his mask shattered, revealing a horrified expression…
…a crack appeared in the starry sky, and countless black shadows poured down…
…Luffy stood in the front, his straw hat burning, his fists wrapped in black and red lightning…
The scene stopped. I stumbled back, my head pounding.
What did you see? Thought Vegapunk asked eagerly.
Destruction…Destruction from the stars. I gasped, much more dangerous than the world government…
His face was solemn: “As expected. The seal of the moon’s core has loosened, awakening them.”
Who are they?
Before he could answer, the alarm sounded suddenly! The walls of the hall turned red, and a cold mechanical voice announced:
[Unauthorized access detected][Security protocol activated]【Eliminate all invaders】
The image of the thought Vegapunk began to flicker: They found me! Go, go to Lab B-17 to find my real body! Remember, don’t trust Ren-
Before he could finish his words, a laser shot down from the ceiling and smashed the holographic projector into pieces!
The metal door slammed shut and dozens of battle droids poured out of a hidden hatch, all with their weapons trained on me.
【Battle Mode Activated】
【System completeness: 92%】
I quickly analyzed the surrounding environment. The console can generate electromagnetic pulses, but it takes time to charge; the ceiling is the weakest point; the robot has a 0.3 second shooting interval…
After finishing the calculation, I rushed to the control console like lightning, rolling to avoid the hail of bullets. An energy bullet grazed my shoulder, and the burning pain almost made me lose my balance.
Li Yong! Luffy’s shouts and sounds of fighting could be heard from outside.
Don’t come in! I yelled, the room has a defense system!
My hand finally touched the console, and I forced the system to switch in. The progress bar slowly moved forward – 20%… 40%… The robot has re-aimed…
60%…80%…The nearest robot raised its weapon and began charging its energy cannon—
100%!
I pressed the button hard, and an invisible wave spread out. All the robots’ eyes flickered a few times, and then went out one by one.
Huh… I breathed a sigh of relief, but immediately tensed up again – a bigger threat was still outside.
I rushed out of the hall and was stunned by the scene in front of me. The Straw Hat Pirates were fighting a group of soldiers wearing strange armor, and those armors… could actually partially offset the power of the Devil Fruit!
Luffy’s fist hit the armor, only making the opponent retreat a few steps; Law’s ROOM space was limited to a very small range by some kind of force field; even Zoro’s slash was deflected by the energy shield.
Seastone nano-coating, Robin dodged a bullet and shouted to me, a new weapon of the Navy Science Force!
I immediately started the system scan and found that the weak point of the armor was at the joint. Just as I was about to tell everyone, a familiar voice came from above:
The Straw Hat Pirates broke in just as expected.
Looking up, CP0’s Lucci was standing on a floating platform, with Kaku and Stussy wearing masks beside him. Even more disturbing was the fact that there were five identical Vegapunks standing behind them – they were probably the other clones.
Mr. Li Yong, Stussy smiled, we finally meet. Lord Yim is very interested in you.
Luffy stood in front of me: No matter who you are, just beat you away!
Lu Qi sneered: Reckless as usual. But today’s target is not you. He pointed at me and said, “Hand over the control system of the Eye of the Other World, and I can spare your life.”
Dreaming! I activated the system defense mode, and blue lines appeared all over my body.
The battle is about to begin. Luffy faces Lucci, Zoro faces Kaku, Robin and Franky deal with Stussy, and the others deal with the Science Corps.
I confronted one of the Vegapunk clones. His eyes were empty and the word “desire” was written on his chest.
What did you do to Vegapunk? I demanded.
It just makes him more efficient. Desire Vegapunk’s voice is emotionless, and six clones each doing their own job are more valuable than a chaotic genius.
He pressed the device on his wrist, and the ground suddenly cracked, and a huge mechanical tentacle attacked me! At the critical moment, Jinbei rushed out from the side and knocked the tentacle away with a fishman karate.
Mr. Li Yong, let’s go together! Jinbei took a fighting stance.
I nodded and quickly analyzed the enemy’s weaknesses through the system. Jinbei’s naval combat capabilities are limited on the technological island, but if we cooperate…
Jinbei, the floor at three o’clock!
He immediately understood and punched the designated location. The floor shattered, revealing the water pipes underneath. I overloaded the system’s local gravity device, and the water rushed up to the sky!
Sea current over shoulder throw! Jinbei manipulates the water column to form a huge whirlpool, sucking Desire Vegapunk and several science corps soldiers into it.
Now! I release the energy stored in the system, and a pulse wave spreads along the water. The armor short-circuits, and the control system of Vegapunk’s clone is temporarily paralyzed.
Well done! Jinbe praised.
On the other side, Luffy has activated Gear Fourth and is fighting Lucci to a standstill; Robin uses his ability to create countless arms to restrict Stussy’s movements; and Franky uses laser weapons to fight against the science force.
Just when the battle was at a stalemate, the entire island suddenly shook violently! The dome of the Central Research Institute opened, revealing the giant device inside – it was the replica of the Uranus that I saw in the foresight!
Oh no! My heart tightened! They started early!
The device started to work, releasing strange energy fluctuations. All the Devil Fruit users suddenly fell to their knees in pain, as if their power had been drained away.
The seastone energy field, Luo gritted his teeth and said, covers the entire island…
Lucci took the opportunity to knock Luffy away with a punch: It’s over, Straw Hat Boy.
At the critical moment, the system suddenly received an encrypted message:
[Emergency Protocol: B-17]【Authentication code: Guardian Dawn】
It’s the laboratory mentioned by Thought Vegapunk! I quickly shared the coordinates with my companions who were still able to move: Jinbei, Sanji, we have to go here!
But Luffy and the others – Sanji looked at his companions who were struggling in pain.
Believe me, I say this firmly, shutting down that device is the only way to save everyone.
The three of us broke through the siege and moved deeper into the institute. On the way, the system suddenly detected an abnormality – my memory data showed signs of being modified!
Wait…something’s wrong here. I stopped and the system showed that I’d been here before…
Jinbei and Sanji looked around cautiously. We were standing in a cross corridor with a sign on the wall indicating Area B.
Are you sure? Sanji lit a cigarette. When?
I shook my head: I don’t remember… but the system log shows an access record three years ago…
Moving forward, the door of the B-17 laboratory was different from the others, with lunar characters engraved on it. I subconsciously entered the password and the door opened.
In the center of the laboratory is a culture chamber, inside which floats – another me!
What the hell…? Sanji’s cigarette fell to the ground.
The terminal next to the incubator suddenly started up, showing a video. In the video was a much younger Vegapunk, who said to the camera:
If you see this, Project Dawn has been activated. The clone has successfully received the memories and systems of the Guardian of the Otherworld. I’m sorry to have to modify some of your memories to prevent the World Government from detecting critical information.
The video switches to show a starry pattern, then a detailed design of the moon’s core.
The lunar civilization sealed not only the energy, but also a group of interstellar predators. They are called Devourers, and they feed on the energy of the planet. Joyboy discovered that the seal would weaken periodically, so he created the Alien Guardian System – allowing a soul to travel through time and space and awaken every time the seal loosens.
The last video is my face—or rather, the face of the original Guardian. He looks directly into the camera and speaks in the exact same voice as mine:
We are the chosen ones, the watchers who have spanned eight hundred years. Now is the last and the first moment. Find York and stop the AS plan from being completed. Otherwise, the Devourer will follow the signal and find this place…
The video ended, and the lab fell into silence. I stared at myself in the incubator, my mind in a mess.
Li Yong…Jinbei looked at me worriedly.
I’m fine, I forced myself to calm down, but… I finally understood a lot of things.
Suddenly, the system alarm sounded:
【High energy reaction detected】
[Source: AS-01 individual]Threat Level: Highest
The door of the laboratory was violently broken open, and a figure walked in slowly—it was a mysterious man wearing a straw hat and mask! He was holding a strange device in his hand, which was emitting a dazzling red light.
Nice to meet you, Guardian. His voice is no longer disguised, sounding young and cold, or is it saying, goodbye? I am York, the sixth avatar created by Vegapunk – betrayal.
Chapter 66, Where Does the Other World Come From (Old Version)
He took off his mask, revealing a face that was 70% similar to Luffy, but his eyes were terrifyingly cold.
AS The plan is actually very simple – use your system as bait to lure the Devourer to other worlds. He held up the device, and today, the experiment would finally be completed.
The device fired a beam of red light, hitting my chest directly. In the severe pain, the system warning flashed wildly:
[Cross-border channel forced to open][Target coordinates locked: Earth][Energy storage: 65%…70%…]I fell to my knees, looking at York’s cruel smile, and finally understood everything – the World Government doesn’t care about controlling humans at all, what they want to do is to bring destruction to another world… my hometown!
The red light pierced my chest like a sharp knife, and the system alarm sounded sharply in my mind:
[Warning! Cross-border channel is forced to open][Target coordinates: Earth’s north latitude 35.68, east longitude 139.76][Energy storage: 78%…79%…]Stop! I struggled to stand up, but all the strength in my body seemed to be drained away. That was my world! There were billions of innocent people!
York – the man who called himself the betrayed clone of Vegapunk – sneered and adjusted the parameters of the device: to be precise, it was the center of Tokyo. When the channel was fully opened, the Devourer would appear there first.
He kicked Jinbei who was lying on the ground: Don’t waste your energy, Seaman. This special seastone toxin can paralyze fishmen for more than three hours.
Sanji tried to rush over, but York raised his hand and sent a shockwave, sending him flying and crashing heavily into the wall.
As for you, Blackfoot, York turned his wrist, “Physical skills are ineffective against me. This body is fused with Kaido’s bloodline factor.”
I bit my tongue and used the pain to force myself to stay awake. The system showed that the channel energy had reached 82%, and the Earth’s defense index was almost zero – the Devourer would destroy the entire planet within 72 hours.
Why? I asked in a hissing voice, Does the world government know that you are bringing disaster to another world?
York’s expression became strange: Oh, they thought the channel connected to the Uranus system. Stupid politicians. He leaned over and whispered in my ear, but you and I understand, right? The Devourer must be guided, otherwise this planet will be reduced to ash like Birka eight hundred years ago.
I felt cold all over. The Birka he mentioned was the name of the lunar civilization.
Sacrificing one world to save another is a fair deal. York stood up, and the red light of the device became stronger. Besides, it was just a primitive world without extraordinary power.
The system suddenly popped up an urgent message:
[Vegapunk’s life signal detected][Location: 27 meters below the current building][Status: Forced sleep]I was shocked. If Vegapunk is still alive, there might be a chance! But how to notify others? York seems to be able to monitor the entire island.
At this moment, the cover of the laboratory ventilation pipe suddenly loosened and fell to the ground with a thud. York turned around alertly: Who?
A furry little paw stretched out from the pipe, followed by Chopper’s wet nose: Li Yong! We found——
York instantly fired a laser, and Chopper shrank back with a scream. But this moment of distraction was enough – I gathered all my strength and pounced on York!
System! Overload all functions!
【Maximize Energy Output】
[Duration: 180 seconds]The patterns on his body burst into a dazzling blue light, and I punched York in the chest. He was blown away, and the device slipped out of his hand and slid into the corner of the wall.
Sanji! Take Jinbei away! I grabbed the device and found that the energy has reached 89%. Go find Luffy and the others! Vegapunk’s body is on the lower floor!
Sanji carried Jinbei: What are you going to do?
I will stop the passage from opening! Go!
As soon as they left, York stood up unsteadily. His chest was sunken, but the muscle tissue was regenerating at a speed visible to the naked eye.
It’s useless, Guardian. He spat out a mouthful of blood. The device had locked the coordinates. Even if it was destroyed, the energy would continue to accumulate to 100%.
I quickly looked through the system data and found that he was telling the truth. The only way to stop the channel from opening was to gain access to Vegapunk’s main body.
Why are you helping the World Government? I’m stalling for time while the system tries to crack the device. You’re Vegapunk’s clone, so you should know what they’re doing!
York smiled strangely: “Who said I was helping them? The AS plan has never been a toy of the world government.” He pointed to his temple and said, “Yim thought that she could control the plan by controlling my brothers and sisters, but she was wrong.”
His body began to deform, his bones creaking, his muscles expanding – a few seconds later, the person standing in front of me was a man who looked almost identical to Luffy, except that his eyes were as cold as a machine.
The D clan, the successor of Joy Boy… York Luffy’s voice was full of twisted admiration. What a perfect genetic sample. Too idealistic. Sometimes, saving the world requires dirty means.
I took a few steps back, and the system warned me that there were only 90 seconds left in the overload state. I had to make a choice – should I continue to fight York, or go find Vegapunk?
York seemed to see through my thoughts: Go, find the old man. It’s too late anyway. He pointed to the ceiling and looked.
Through the skylight of the laboratory, I saw that the replica of Uranus in the center of the island was transforming. The metal shell unfolded layer by layer, revealing some kind of huge transmitter inside, aimed at the sky.
In three hours, the transmitter will send a guidance signal to your world, York laughed, and then the Devourers will swarm in and leave this world forever.
There were 60 seconds left in the overload state. I made a decision and hit the floor of the laboratory with all my strength! With the bonus of the overload state, this blow directly penetrated the three-story floor and I fell into a dark space.
[Vital signs detected: 1 person][Status: Deep Sleep]In the darkness, countless pipes converged like blood vessels to a transparent nutrition cabin in the center. The skinny body of Vegapunk floated in the cabin, with dozens of data cables connected to his head and obvious traces of electric shock burns on his temples.
Dr. Vegapunk! I knocked on the nutrition chamber, but the old man inside didn’t respond.
System scans showed that the World Government had injected him with powerful neural inhibitors and used electric shocks to force his brain to remain silent – to prevent him from remotely controlling his clone in some way.
I have 30 seconds left in overload mode. I have to do something before the energy runs out.
System, can it connect to his brain?
[Physical contact required]【Warning: Unknown risks】
Without hesitation, I opened the interface cover of the nutrition cabin and placed my palm on a neural connector inside. Instantly, a huge amount of data flooded into the system!
[Data flow overload! ][Filter key information: Dawn Project]【Decoding…】
The broken picture flashed back before my eyes——
…Young Vegapunk discovered a fragment of the moon’s core in an ancient ruin…
…He created six clones to manage different areas, but the seventh clone was accidentally deleted…
…The World Government kidnapped him and forced him to copy ancient weapons…
…He secretly modified the AS plan, preparing to use the Eye of the Other World to reverse seal the Devourer at the last moment…
The most crucial information has emerged: 20 years ago, Vegapunk cultivated a clone as a container for the alien guardian based on the technology of the lunar civilization, and transferred the real guardian consciousness – that is, me – from 800 years ago. But the World Government discovered this plan and snatched the clone, and Vegapunk was forced to urgently activate the backup plan…
So I am… a clone? This realization made me dizzy. Then the Earth in my memory…
【Memory Analysis: Implanted Data】
Purpose: To provide a basis for identity recognition
The system calmly showed that the ordinary office worker life on Earth in my memory was all false memories implanted by Vegapunk to stabilize my consciousness. No wonder the details of the original world are always blurred…
The overload ended, the blue light went out, and I fell to my knees, my brain buzzing with information overload.
Suddenly, a new piece of information caught my attention:
[Clone association detected: 2][No.: AS-00 (main unit in sleep mode)][No.: AS-01 (Active Status)]AS-01…York? He’s a clone too?
There was an explosion overhead, followed by Luffy’s iconic shout: Li Yong! Are you down there?
Here! I responded hoarsely.
Seconds later, Luffy’s rubber arms extended to grab the edge and swung off, followed by Law, both looking bruised but in good spirits.
Found Vegapunk? Luo immediately noticed the nutrition cabin, and the situation was not good.
The World Government is using him as a biological computer. I briefly explained the situation, but the key is that he has the code in his brain to stop the transmitter!
Luo unfolds the ROOM space: Leave it to me. But the situation outside is even worse, the transmitter has begun to charge.
Luffy helped me stand up: “The weirdo who looks like me said that your world will end in three hours.” He tilted his head, “But aren’t you one of us? Where does the other world come from?”
I smiled bitterly, not knowing how to explain this truth that I had just discovered. At this moment, the system suddenly issued a piercing alarm:
[Spatial stability decreases! ][Moon Core Seal Integrity: 41%…40%…][The Devourer activity index is rising! 】
Then, a severe headache came over me, and my vision was forcibly switched – it was another scene of foreseeing the future!
…The starry sky shattered like glass, and countless black shadows poured down…
…Marijoa collapsed in the purple flames, and the bodies of the Five Elders were torn apart by an invisible force…
Chapter 67: I’m going to beat that fake guy away (old version)
Yim’s mask falls off, revealing a face similar to York’s
…Luffy stood in the front, his straw hat burning, his body wrapped in black and red lightning, and his eyes… turned the same purple as Galactus…
Li Yong! Luo’s shout brought me back to reality, you have a nosebleed.
I touched my nose, and my fingers were covered in blood. The side effects of foreseeing the future are getting worse, but this time I saw a scene… What is the connection between Luffy and the Devourer?
No time to explain, I wiped the blood from my nose, we must wake up Vegapunk or find the termination code.
Luo has already started surgery: his brain is so damaged that forcibly awakening him could cause permanent damage.
Luffy patted my shoulder: Don’t worry, we will stop that transmitter! Zoro and Sanji have gone to destroy the energy tube.
The system suddenly detected an abnormality—York was approaching quickly!
Here he comes! I looked up at the ceiling nervously.
Luffy grinned: Leave it to me. I will definitely beat that impostor this time!
He compressed his rubber legs to the limit and shot up into the sky like a rocket, breaking through the upper floor. A moment later, there was the sound of fierce fighting and the roar of the building collapsing from above.
Luo was concentrating on the operation: Give me another ten minutes… Wait, what is this?
He uses his powers to extract a microchip from Vegapunk’s brain: not biological tissue… someone implanted this.
I took the chip and the system recognized it immediately:
【Memory storage device】
[Encryption Level: Lunar Civilization][Content: Dawn Project Core Instructions]When my fingers touched the chip’s surface, a holographic image automatically played – this time it was Vegapunk himself, looking much younger than he is now:
If you see this, it means the plan has reached its final stage. York betrayed us. He is actually a clone planted by Yimu to distort the true purpose of the AS plan.
The image switched to show York’s manufacturing record – his basic genes did come from Clan D, but were mixed with some alien substances.
Devourers are not natural phenomena, they are weapons of a certain advanced civilization. Eight hundred years ago, Joyboy discovered this secret and decided to use the Eye of the Otherworld as a bait system. But what York and Yim want to do is to truly release them.
Vegapunk smiled tiredly: Li Yong, whether you remember or not, you are our last hope. The code is the dawn of two worlds.
The video ended, and the chip was automatically destroyed. Luo and I looked at each other and understood what to do at the same time.
I’ll go stop the transmitter, I said, and you continue to treat Vegapunk.
Luo nodded: Be careful. That guy named York… is not simple.
I climbed up the collapsed passage, and the system showed that the transmitter’s energy had been stored to 67%. The island’s vibrations became stronger and stronger, and the metal structure groaned under the heavy load.
After climbing out of the ruins, the sight before me suffocated me – the entire Aeghede had transformed into a huge launch platform, with the central device pointed at the sky, and energy gathered at the muzzle, forming a dazzling ball of light. And the sky… the sky began to become abnormal, with clouds spinning into strange spirals, and occasionally flashing purple lightning.
In the distance, Luffy was fighting with York, and every collision of their fists in the fourth gear state caused shock waves. But York seemed to be able to predict every move of Luffy, always dodging or blocking in advance.
Can he predict the future? I muttered to myself.
[Analysis: Limited foresight][Source: D family genes + Devourer substances]The system suddenly marked a path – if you follow the maintenance passage outside the building, you can reach the control center of the transmitter. But first you need to deal with the automatic defense system along the way.
As soon as I took a step forward, a cold voice came from behind me:
I guess you’ll choose this path.
The moment I turned around, York’s hand had already grabbed my throat! Luffy was entangled by a bunch of mechanical tentacles that suddenly appeared not far away and could not escape for the time being.
You know what? York leaned close to my face, his breath smelling metallic. The biggest mistake the old man made was to think that clones would have morals. He pointed to his head. We are designed tools, and tools don’t need conscience.
I struggled, but his grip was as firm as an iron clamp: You… are also a clone…
AS-01, the first success. York proudly announced, and you, AS-00, are a failure. Too many emotions interfere, too easily shaken.
He dragged me towards the launcher: “But it doesn’t matter, you will soon witness your world being devoured.” What a wonderful irony – the guardian of the other world becomes an accomplice in the destruction of the other world.
The system has only 12% energy left, but that’s enough for a short distance teleport. I have to use it at the precise moment…
York threw me in front of the transmitter console: Enter your system password. Don’t try to play tricks, otherwise I will let Luqi kill your lovely friends immediately.
Through the surveillance screen, I saw that Lucci and other CP0 members had taken control of the situation – Zoro, Sanji, Franky and others were all bound by special seastone chains; Nami and Usopp were held at throats by Stussy with a knife; Chopper was giving first aid to the seriously injured Jinbe.
You win. I feigned submission and placed my hand on the control panel, System, Authorized Access.
[Please enter the termination password]York leaned closer expectantly. I took a deep breath and whispered:
The dawn of two worlds.
The console suddenly burst into a blinding white light! York screamed and stepped back, his skin starting to smoke in the light.
What?! Impossible! He roared, the old man couldn’t possibly know this password!
The system is running at full capacity:
【Password confirmation】
【Dawn Protocol Launch】
[Reset launcher target: Space coordinates X-297/Y-458][Energy redirection: 100%]The entire island shook violently, and the transmitter slowly changed its angle, no longer aiming at the vortex in the sky, but pointing at the distant sea level.
No! York frantically rushed to the console, What did you do? !
I took the opportunity to activate the last of the system energy and teleported ten meters away: It’s over, York. The transmitter will send interference waves into space to temporarily strengthen the seal of the moon’s core.
York’s face was distorted beyond recognition: Idiot! You don’t understand at all! His body began to change, and purple lines appeared under his skin. The Devourers have awakened, and strengthening the seal will only make them more violent!
He ripped open his shirt, revealing his chest – a pattern similar to the ones on me and Xiao Qi, but it was a strange purple color and was spreading rapidly.
Look! York laughed wildly, they are already in my body! When the channel is closed, they will come directly into this world! And all this – he pointed at me, it’s all your fault!
The system suddenly issued an unprecedented alarm:
[Lunar core seal integrity: 39%…38%…]【Critical point breakthrough! 】
【Space tear detected! 】
In the distant sky, a purple crack slowly opened…
Chapter 68, Why Help Us (Old Version)
The sound of the sky tearing apart was like a million sheets of cellophane being crumpled at the same time.
The purple crack expanded at an alarming speed, and in the blink of an eye it had crossed half the sky. What oozed out of the crack was neither light nor darkness, but an indescribable purple-black substance between liquid and gas, which was wriggling in the air like a living thing.
What the hell is that?! Usopp’s teeth chattered.
The lines on my chest suddenly felt like they were burning, and the system warning flashed wildly:
[The Devourer Arrives][Energy type: antimatter life form][Warning: Contact will cause material deconstruction]York knelt on the launcher platform, arms outstretched, as if welcoming the end. The purple lines on his chest pulsed in sync with the cracks in the sky, and something was moving under his skin.
See? He turned to me and his eyeballs had turned completely purple. They were so beautiful!
The first drops of rain fell.
The drop of purple substance landed on a naval ship in the distance. In an instant, the entire ship twisted and collapsed like tinfoil being kneaded by invisible hands, and finally turned into a floating ball of metal powder. The screams of the crew members stopped abruptly – their bodies collapsed like sand sculptures, leaving no trace of blood.
“Retreat! Everyone retreat!” The admiral’s voice came through the Den Den Mushi, but the next second, purple matter poured down like rain, and only harsh noise remained in the communication channel.
Luffy! I yelled, we have to get out of here!
Luffy didn’t respond. I turned around and saw him standing there, staring at the crack in the sky, his expression more solemn than ever before. What was even stranger was that his eyes… seemed to be glowing with a faint purple light?
York suddenly arched his body in pain, and purple lines quickly covered his body. They are coming… They chose me… His voice became inhuman, with a strange echo, I will become… the door
Li Yong! Luo’s voice came from below. He, Robin, and Franky escaped from the underground laboratory with Vegapunk’s body. How long will it take for the transmitter to be activated?
The system displays:
[Transmitter charge: 89%…90%…][Estimated remaining time: 8 minutes and 37 seconds]Too long! I looked up at the sky. The purple substance had formed a waterfall-like torrent, swallowing everything in its path. The nearest landing point was less than a kilometer away from us, and several suspended buildings were reduced to ashes in the blink of an eye.
Robin’s face turned pale: The Purple Dawn mentioned in the historical text… turns out to be this.
Vegapunk moved his fingers slightly in the nutrition chamber of his main body, but he still hadn’t regained consciousness. Franky carried the nutrition chamber, and the mechanical arm kept adjusting the balance: This is not good! Those things are spreading!
System, I asked anxiously, is there any way to speed up the launch?
[Need to connect directly to the control center][Risk level: fatal]There was no time to hesitate. I rushed to the transmitter base, where an exposed main control panel was located. York—or what had been York—did not stop me. It had completely deformed, its body stretched into an unnatural shape, like a human portal, with a growing hole in its chest.
Li Yong, wait! Robin tried to hold me back, but it was too late.
I put my hand on the main control panel, and the system immediately began to forcefully connect. The pain ran through my body like a high-voltage current, but I gritted my teeth and refused to let go.
【Connection Establishment】
[Energy output increased by 200%][Estimated remaining time: 3 minutes and 15 seconds]It worked! Franky cheered.
However, at this moment, the door of York’s incarnation suddenly burst into a piercing scream! A thick purple beam of light shot out from its chest and hit the transmitter directly! The metal structure twisted and deformed in the light, and the energy readings began to fluctuate unstably.
[Warning: Transmitter damaged]【Charging interruption】
[Repair takes: 17 minutes and 42 seconds]No! I looked at the system prompt in despair. The Devourer’s rain had spread to within 500 meters, and even the air became distorted wherever it passed.
Luffy finally moved. He jumped to the top of the launcher, his body wrapped in Conqueror’s Haki in Gear 4: I’ll block them! You guys find a way to fix this!
Luffy, no! Robin yelled, those are not things you can–
Before he finished speaking, Luffy had already launched himself, rushing towards the nearest purple torrent. His fist was wrapped in black and red lightning, and he struck the distorted space with all his strength!
Something incredible happened – the moment the Haki came into contact with the purple substance, some kind of reaction actually occurred! The purple substance briefly paused, as if it encountered resistance, and Luffy’s eyes… I swear I saw a moment of complete purple!
It works! Usopp jumps up and Luffy blocks them!
But the data shown by the system is not optimistic:
【Energy hedging detection】
[Similarity: 43%][Speculation: The energy of the D clan is the same as that of the Devourer]Same source? Luffy’s power and Devourer’s power come from the same source? This thought makes me shudder.
Luo has expanded the ROOM space and tried to use his ability to repair the damage to the transmitter: more time is needed!
We don’t have time! I looked around. The purple matter was coming from multiple directions, and Luffy could only block one of them. The survivors of the Navy, CP0, and Science Corps fled in all directions, but were quickly devoured.
Vegapunk’s body suddenly twitched violently, and the monitor in the nutrition cabin sounded a sharp alarm. Robin quickly checked the readings: his brain waves suddenly became active! It seemed that he was fighting against something!
A flash of inspiration struck him. If Vegapunk could create six clones… why not a seventh?
System, I asked anxiously, does a seventh incarnation exist?
【Searching…】
[Discover hidden data: Hope for a clone][Status: Sleep]Where is he dormant? The laboratory has been destroyed. If there is a seventh clone, the most likely place is…
I looked at Vegapunk’s body, then at my own chest. The lines were glowing intensely.
Inside me?
[The seventh clone hopes to be implanted into the system core as an emergency protocol][Activation conditions: Devourer’s arrival + the main body is dying]All the conditions were met. I didn’t hesitate: activate it!
The pain exploded from my chest like a volcano! I fell to the ground, feeling something emerging from the depths of my system. My vision was filled with white light, and a gentle voice I had never heard before rang in my ears:
Finally waited for this moment.
In the white light, a translucent female figure slowly took shape. She looked like a younger version of Vegapunk, but her eyes were warmer and her whole body was emitting a soft blue light.
Hope… I spoke with difficulty.
She nodded: Li Yong, or AS-00. My father created me as a last resort to prevent other clones from being controlled. She looked at the twitching Vegapunk’s main body. Now he is dying, I have to take over the system.
Can you stop the Devourer?
No. Her answer made my heart sink to the bottom, but you can. As the guardian of the other world, your system is the only one that can reseal them.
Hope puts her hand on my forehead. More memories come flooding back –
…I didn’t travel to this world by accident. Eight hundred years ago, Joyboy dispersed the consciousness of the last guardian of the lunar civilization in the cracks of time and space, waiting for a suitable container…
…After Vegapunk discovered this secret, he used cloning technology to create a perfect carrier, but the World Government stole the first product (AS-01 York) and implanted Im’s control program…
…the AS-00 (me) was urgently manufactured and implanted with false Earth memories, because the pure Guardian consciousness needs humanity as an anchor, otherwise it will be assimilated by the Devourer…
So… my entire past is fake? His voice was so hoarse that it didn’t sound like his own.
No. Hope shook her head. Memories are fake, but feelings are real. Your determination to protect your friends and your pursuit of justice are the real you.
The purple substance was approaching within 300 meters. Luffy tried desperately to block it, but his movements began to slow down, and strange purple spots appeared on his skin.
There is no time. Hope’s body begins to fade and you must make a choice. The system can be fully activated, but at the cost of sacrificing yourself as the energy source. Or…
Or what?
Or sacrifice the launcher, let it overload and explode, temporarily repel the Devourer. But this can only buy a few days, and will completely destroy the opportunity to strengthen the seal.
Two choices: sacrifice yourself to seal the Devourer forever, or buy time but with unknown risks.
I looked at my friends – Luffy was fighting hard, Law and Franky were desperately trying to repair the transmitter, Robin was protecting the unconscious Vegapunk, Usopp and Chopper were taking care of the injured Jinbei and Sanji…
How long does it take for the system to be fully activated?
Seven minutes. Hope is fading, but you have to go in there. She pointed to the door of York’s incarnation.
York has completely transformed, now more like a humanoid purple energy body, the big hole in his chest has expanded to a diameter of nearly three meters, inside is a rotating star pattern. Entering there is tantamount to suicide.
Hope gave me one last look: “Remember, no matter where you come from, you are who you are now.” After that, she completely dissipated and merged into my system.
【System upgrade completed】
[Administrator authority: Hope][New function unlocked: space anchoring]The new interface expands, showing two options:
[Option 1: Fully activate the system (permanent seal)][Option 2: Overload Launcher (temporary repulsion)]I clenched my fists. This was not an option. If the Devourers were of the same origin as the D-kin, then it was only a matter of time before they came again. I had to…
Li Yong! Luffy’s voice suddenly came. He was hit by a purple energy and fell heavily near me, his body covered with purple cracks. That thing… is so strong…
His eyes flashed that purple light again, but this time it was more obvious and did not fade immediately.
Luffy, your eyes…
He touched his face in confusion: Huh? What’s wrong? I can see it clearly.
The system suddenly scanned Luffy:
[Energy Assimilation: 31%]Danger level: High
【Recommendation: Isolate immediately】
Isolate Luffy? Impossible. But the data shows that he is being assimilated by the Devourer! No wonder he can fight against the purple matter – he is becoming part of it!
Luffy, stand back! I’m standing up, I’ll take care of this!
No! He got up stubbornly and said, “I am the captain, it is my responsibility to protect my companions!”
Those words hit me hard. Clone or not, false memories or not, the emotions I felt at that moment were real. These people who treated me like a friend and fought for me… were worth everything I had.
Then let’s go together. I held out my fist.
Luffy grinned and bumped his fist with mine, filled with domineering power: Okay!
【Final selection confirmation】
Implementation: Fusion Option
[Risk: 99.7% mortality rate][Note: Both worlds are worth saving]The system suddenly showed a solution that had never been seen before! Instead of sacrificing oneself or temporarily repelling, it was some kind of fusion option?
There was no time to think about it, the purple substance was already within reach. Luffy rushed ahead, blasting a path with his Haki; I followed closely behind, my system patterns lit up to the extreme, ready to jump into the door of York’s incarnation.
At this critical moment, a shadow flashed by! Rob Lucci rushed out from nowhere, and his sharp claws in leopard form went straight for my throat!
Don’t even think about ruining Lord Yim’s plan!
Luffy turned to defend, but it was too late. Lucci’s claws were only inches away from my throat –
A pink lightning bolt struck down, hitting Lucci! He screamed and fell out, twitching all over.
What an ugly expression, Lucci. A familiar voice came from the sky. Doflamingo sat on the cloud line, with his signature evil smile on his face. It’s better for CP0 not to interfere in the game of pirates.
I was so shocked that I couldn’t speak. Why did Brother Ming help us?
He seemed to understand my expression: Don’t get me wrong, I’m not here to help you. He pointed to the crack in the sky, but that thing threatened my birdcage. How about temporary cooperation?
There’s no time to dwell on this. I nodded and continued to rush towards the door. Luffy was responsible for clearing the way, and Ming Ge used the power of the String-String Fruit to block Lucci and the other pursuers.
Ten meters to the door… five meters…
The purple substance seemed to sense my intention and gathered to block it. Luffy’s fourth gear time was up and his body began to shrink back to its original shape.
Li Yong…continued…moved forward…He was half-kneeling on the ground, with more and more purple cracks on his skin.
The last three meters! I leaped and rushed towards the rotating starry sky gate.
At the moment of contact, the system pops up the final prompt:
【Space Anchoring Start】
[Target: Original coordinate Earth/Current world][Executor: AS-00]Good luck, Guardian.
Then, the world went purple.
Chapter 69, New Choices (Old Version)
Purple.
Then came darkness.
Then, starlight lit up in the field of vision like rain.
I was floating in an indescribable space, surrounded by neither emptiness nor matter, but something in between. Starlight flowed like a river in the distance, and nearby there were countless streams of glowing data floating, interweaving into a web, forming an ever-changing geometric pattern.
[Positioning: The gap between the worlds][State: Quantum Superposition][Remaining stay time: 11 minutes and 39 seconds]The system prompt brought me back to my senses. I wasn’t dead—or rather, not completely dead yet. Where was this place?
I tried to move my body, but I found that there was no body to move, only consciousness. My vision was 360 degrees, with no front, back, left, or right. This experience was both terrifying and wonderful.
In the distance, two huge bubbles were floating in the data network. In one bubble, the vague outline of the earth could be seen, and in the other, the appearance of the pirate world. Purple corrosion marks were attached to the surface of both bubbles, spreading like mold.
Observer space.
The sound came from all directions. I turned and saw a ball of blue light condensing into an image of hope, but it was more blurred than before.
This is the quantum entanglement point of the two worlds, she explained, and the control terminal built by the lunar civilization is right in front of you.
Following her instructions, a set of complex interfaces emerged in the void. These consoles clearly used lunar technology, but combined with the design style of Vegapunk. The main screen showed the real-time status of the two worlds. The purple corrosion on the Earth side had covered 15% of the surface, while the Pirate World was 9% and increasing rapidly.
The channel opened by York is guiding the Devourer to the Earth. The voice of hope is getting weaker and weaker, but some of the energy is fed back here. There is an error in my father’s calculation.
I tried to comprehend the control system in front of me. One of the panels showed the progress of the spatial anchoring: 87%. This was exactly what the system had started before I jumped through the door.
What’s this?
The last hope. The shadow of hope began to dissipate. Father foresaw the return of the Devourer, so he prepared a double plan. Space anchoring can establish a balanced channel between the two worlds, rather than a one-way guide…
Her voice was intermittent and the image flickered like a TV with bad signal.
Wait! Don’t go! I tried to grab her, but my fingers passed through the shadows. What should I do?
The console… has all the instructions… remember… D’s will is…
Before she finished speaking, her image completely disappeared. System prompt:
[Administrator connection interrupted]【Automatically take over control】
I turned to the control panel. In the most conspicuous position was a red panel marked with emergency protocol. After activating it, the holographic projection unfolded a video of Vegapunk:
If you see this, you have entered observer space. Time is of the essence, so I will keep this short.
The Vegapunk in the image is younger than he is now, but the fatigue in his eyes is deeper.
Devourers are not natural phenomena. Eight thousand years ago, an advanced civilization – we call them Reapers – created them as harvesting tools. They specialize in consuming life energy, leaving behind a dead world.
The screen switches to show multiple planets covered in purple in the universe.
The lunar civilization Birka discovered a way to fight back: creating antibodies. The D clan was the first successful group of antibodies. Their power was the same as that of the Devourer but they remained rational. But this method had its flaws…
The image switched again, showing a man who looked like Joey Boy being attacked by purple energy.
The antibodies will eventually be assimilated. Before his death, Joyboy came up with a new plan: not to confront, but to guide. He created the Alien Guardian System, ready to guide the Devourer to a false world when necessary – the Earth in your memory.
My breath – if there is any breath left here – stops. So the Earth is… fake?
But then I discovered that the fake world was actually a real parallel universe, so I modified my plan and prepared to establish a balance between the two worlds.
The picture shows a complex energy exchange model.
Spatial anchoring is the key. It allows the Devourers to exist in two worlds at the same time, but neither is complete, thus weakening their threat. The price is… a regulator is needed to maintain this balance forever.
In the video, Vegapunk is looking straight ahead, as if he can see me:
Li Yong, you are the regulator. Your system is not a weapon, but a bridge. The choice is in your hands.
After the recording ends, two options appear on the console:
[Option 1: Complete anchoring (permanent adjustment)][Option 2: Temporary barrier (buy time)]I fell into deep thought. Option one meant being trapped in this gap forever, becoming the gatekeeper of two worlds; option two might allow the Devourer to eventually destroy one or both worlds.
Suddenly, the system detected an anomaly:
【External access attempt】
[Source: Mary Joa]【ID: Yim】
Part of the interface on the console suddenly turned blood red, and an unfamiliar control signal was trying to seize terminal permissions!
Finally found you, Guardian of the Other World.
A cold female voice echoed in the space. The image of Yim emerged in a corner of the console – a pale mask, a gorgeous robe, and a pair of…purple eyes.
Vegapunk’s little trick almost ruined my plan. Her voice had an inhuman resonance, but it didn’t matter. Now the system would finally belong to me.
The battle for control was fierce at the data level. The system firewall was defeated step by step, and Yim’s intrusion code penetrated like a venomous snake.
[Defense failure rate: 67%]【Suggestion: Execute any plan immediately】
There is no time! I have to make a decision before I lose all control!
My finger reached for the full anchor option, but stopped at the last moment. Something was wrong… Yim’s reaction was too fast, as if he had known I would come here…
A crazy thought flashed through my mind. What if…what if this wasn’t the first time?
System, I asked eagerly, retrieve all history! Including the deleted ones!
【In-depth search…】
[Discovery of Encrypted Records: 14th Reincarnation]The 14th reincarnation? What does it mean?
Memories flooded in like a tsunami!
…The first time, I chose to sacrifice the Earth, and the Devourer was successfully guided, but the Pirate World was backfired three months later…
…The fifth time, I tried to seal it completely, but the Devourer mutated and broke through…
…On the thirteenth time, I sacrificed myself to build a barrier, buying five years, but not enough to find a permanent solution…
This is the fourteenth reincarnation. After each failure, the system will restart the timeline, and only the core memory will be retained. And every time… Yim acts as if he has been prepared.
She remembered…It suddenly dawned on me that Yimu could retain his reincarnation memories!
This explains why she can always plan ahead. But there is still a key question: why fourteen times? The system should have the ability to restart infinitely…
In the corner of the console, a deliberately hidden code caught my attention. After cracking it, a note from Vegapunk appeared:
Reincarnation limit: 14 times. If this number is exceeded, the system core will collapse. If 14 times fail, the Devourer will gain full adaptability and no one can stop it.
Cold sweat (if sweat is allowed here) soaked the virtual back. This is the last chance!
Yimu has already controlled 60% of the system, and her cold laughter echoed in the space: Struggle is useless. The harvest will be completed, and I will become the goddess of the new world.
At this desperate moment, a new window suddenly popped up on the console – not from the system, nor from Yim. The source displayed was: AS-03 Wisdom.
There was a short video in the window, and another clone of Vegapunk said quickly and intelligently:
Li Yong, listen carefully. When my father created seven clones, he implanted an ultimate instruction in each of them. When the seven instructions are combined into one, the true core of the Dawn Project can be unlocked. My paragraph is: The bridge needs to be two-way.
The video ended and the window closed. Yim seemed not to notice the brief interruption.
The bridge needs to be open to traffic in both directions…what does that mean?
A flash of inspiration came to me! I quickly called up the detailed settings of the space anchor. It turned out that the current configuration was one-way – the Pirate World was the main one, and the Earth was the auxiliary one. But if it was changed to a true two-way balance…
Yim’s control has reached 75%. Her image is becoming clearer and clearer: What a pity. You could have been part of the new world.
System! I ignored her taunting, reorganized the spatial anchoring parameters, and established a completely two-way channel! Authorization code: The bridge requires two-way traffic!
【Authorization confirmation】
[Parameters are being reset…][Warning: Im’s resistance is increasing]The whole space began to shake violently! Yim screamed angrily: Stop! You don’t understand what you are doing!
The battle for control is getting intense. 85%…72%…jumped back to 90%…Yim’s power is far beyond expectations. She seems to be not just a human, but some kind of…hybrid.
At this critical moment, another window popped up—AS-02’s righteous clone:
Second directive: Sacrifice must be voluntary.
Next is AS-04 Desire:
Third directive: Balance is everything.
One by one, except for York (AS-01) and the deleted hope (AS-07), the instructions of all the clones were transmitted. With each transmission, the system’s resistance increased by one point.
Yimu’s control dropped to 45%, and she began to panic: Impossible! Those clones should have been controlled!
The last instruction came from an unexpected source—Vegapunk’s body in the nutrition cabin! Through some deep connection, his information was directly transmitted to the system:
Final Directive: Both worlds are worth saving.
The moment the seven instructions were assembled, the console burst into dazzling golden light! A brand new interface unfolded, showing Project Dawn: Complete Edition.
【Ultimate Protocol Unlock】
[Goal: To establish a permanent quantum entanglement balance]【confirm?】
Without hesitation, I pressed the confirm button.
The space shook violently! Yimu’s image was forcibly ejected, and her screams gradually faded away. The bubbles of the two worlds began to resonate at a harmonious frequency, and the spread of the purple corrosion slowed down significantly.
【Quantum entanglement establishment: 31%】
[Estimated completion time: 7 minutes 22 seconds][Warning: The executor will be permanently bound]This means that I will always remain in this gap, a bridge between two worlds. Lonely, but necessary.
Just as I was about to accept my fate, the console suddenly detected an abnormality:
【Energy resonance of family D detected】
[Source: Monkey D. Luffy][Status: Deep Synchronization]The scene switches to the One Piece world. Luffy is standing on the wreckage of the launcher, his body covered with purple lines, but his eyes are still clear. Even more amazingly, an energy field forms around him, temporarily blocking the Devourer’s advance!
Luo was examining him, his expression shocked: Unbelievable… His cells were coexisting with the Devourer’s energy!
Joyboy failed to complete the symbiosis plan…Luffy is inadvertently realizing it!
A new option appears on the console:
[Temporary solution: D carrier transition][Description: Use the antibody characteristics of the D family to temporarily maintain balance and buy time for the executor to prepare.][Risk: The carrier may be attacked]If I choose this, Luffy will become a temporary bridge, giving me time to find a better solution. But this is equivalent to transferring the risk to him…
While hesitating, the system suddenly sounded an alarm:
[External Invasion: AS-01 York][Positioning: Edge of the gap]Turning his head, he saw a ball of purple energy condensing into the image of York. He looked broken, but still dangerous.
Do you think… this is the end? His voice was intermittent. I am… the chosen one… Lord Yimu promised…
He rushed to the control console, trying to disrupt the quantum entanglement process. I subconsciously blocked the way, but then I remembered that there was no entity here——
York passed through me and hit the console directly! The whole space shook violently, and the resonance frequency of the two worlds began to become unstable.
[Quantum entanglement dropped to 19%][Error: Console damaged]He must be stopped! I tried to attack with the system, but energy weapons are ineffective here. York frantically destroyed the control interface, and purple energy splashed everywhere.
In moments of despair, I remembered words of hope: Observer space is the realm of thought.
Thoughts…if this is made of consciousness, then…
Concentrating all my energy, I imagined a wall standing in front of York. To my surprise, the wall actually appeared! York bumped into it and stepped back in confusion.
It worked! He continued to imagine—ropes tied around his hands and feet, a cage imprisoning him. Every imagination became reality, and York’s struggles became weaker and weaker.
Impossible! He roared, only Lord Yim should be able to——
Before he finished speaking, a huge hand stretched out from the void and crushed York’s energy body! That hand was similar to Luffy’s, but dozens of times larger, wrapped in domineering domineering and purple energy.
York’s hand dissipated as he screamed. The console regained stability, and the progress of quantum entanglement rose again.
[Crisis resolved][Quantum entanglement: 42%…43%…]That was…Luffy? How could he possibly interfere with this space?
System analysis shows:
[Special ability of the D clan: Will projection][Explanation: When the antibody is deeply synchronized with the Devourer, it can temporarily affect the quantum level]This is beyond all of Vegapunk’s predictions! Not only is Luffy coexisting with the Devourers, he’s also learning to control their powers!
New possibilities emerge. If Luffy can become the antibody bridge, maybe no one will be trapped in the cracks forever…
The console automatically updated the plan:
[Optimized Protocol: D-Guardian Symbiotic System][Description: The D carrier shares the pressure of regulation, greatly reducing the burden on the executor][Success rate: 64%]64%… not high, but much better than risking everything. I was about to choose this option when another alarm sounded:
[Im’s final protocol is detected to be initiated][Target: Forced Sublimation][Description: Completely transform yourself into the Devourer Queen]The holographic screen showed that Mary Geoise was undergoing a terrifying change. Yim stood on the void throne and took off her mask. Her face was 70% similar to York’s, but more ancient. Purple energy burst out from her body, forming a huge cocoon.
It’s too late… I muttered to myself. I must stabilize the two worlds before Yimu completes the transformation!
The finger is hanging between two options: permanent binding, or taking a chance on a symbiotic system?
The system suddenly popped up a real-time message from Vegapunk:
Choose hope over sacrifice. This is the true meaning of dawn.
Quantum entanglement progress has reached 51%. Time is running out.
Taking a deep breath, I made my choice.
Chapter 70: Just the Beginning (Old Version)
The moment the finger touched the D-Guardian Symbiosis System option, the entire space shook violently.
[Warning: Im’s interference is increasing][System stability decreased: 54%…53%…][Quantum entanglement progress: 58%…stagnant]The console flickered, and the two world bubbles in the holographic projection began to shake irregularly. Purple energy seeped out from the void and spread toward the console like a living thing.
No, no, no! I kept hitting the confirmation button, but the system was responding more and more slowly.
In the distance, the energy cocoon that Yimu had transformed into had broken halfway, revealing the non-human outline inside – slender limbs, insect-like carapace, and a pair of huge, translucent wings. Even across the dimension, one could still feel the suffocating sense of oppression.
[Estimated time remaining: 1 minute 22 seconds][Suggestion: Implement the permanent binding solution immediately]The system kept popping up warnings, trying to make me change my mind. But looking at the holographic image of Luffy struggling to resist, I couldn’t choose to let him take the risk alone.
Implement the Symbiotic System! Now!
[Start D-Guardian connection protocol][Searching for available carriers…Locked on: Monkey D. Luffy]【Sending connection request…】
The scene switches to Luffy. He is standing on a ruin, surrounded by his companions who are struggling to hold on. Purple matter is pouring in from all directions like a tide, and every time it approaches, it is blocked by the black and purple energy emanating from Luffy. His state is very strange – his whole body is covered with glowing purple lines, but his eyes are still clear, and he even maintains his iconic grin.
Luffy! I couldn’t help but shout, even though I knew he couldn’t hear me.
Suddenly, his ears moved and he turned his head to look up into the air—to be precise, he looked towards where I was observing him!
Li Yong? He scratched his head. Where are you? I seem to hear your voice.
This is impossible! The gap space is completely isolated from the real world, unless
The system detected an anomaly:
【D-carrier quantum perception detected】
[Synchronization rate: 79%…rising]【Suggestion: Try communication】
I concentrated and imagined my voice coming to Luffy: Can you hear me? I need your help!
Luffy’s eyes widened: “I really heard it! Where are you? Why does the sound seem to come from my head?”
Look, there’s no time to explain. I said quickly, I need you to agree to be the bridge between the two worlds. This will allow you to merge with the Devourer energy on a deeper level, but it will also buy us time to find a final solution.
Things that usually require long explanations, for Luffy only need one sentence: Can you save your friends?
able.
Just do it! He didn’t hesitate.
【Connection confirmation】
【Symbiotic system activation】
[Stability increased: 61%…65%…]The console stabilized again, and the quantum entanglement progress bar began to slowly climb. The spread of the purple corrosion in the two worlds slowed down significantly, and even small areas began to return to their original state.
In the holographic image, Luffy’s body was undergoing amazing changes. The purple lines became more complex, forming some kind of ancient totem pattern; his hair fluttered slightly, and the ends of his hair glowed purple; the most amazing thing was that when he clenched his fist, purple lightning began to mix with the black and red domineering aura, and every punch could briefly tear the space!
Wow! This is so cool! Luffy looks at his fist and feels like he can beat up ten Kaidos!
Luo was frantically recording data: Unbelievable… His cells are actively absorbing and devouring energy and converting it into a harmless form… Is this the true potential of the D clan?
At this moment, a deafening scream came from the holographic image—Im completely broke out of the cocoon!
Her new form was both beautiful and terrifying: her slender, elf-like body was covered in a purple crystal-like carapace, her four pairs of transparent wings were covered with blood vessel-like patterns, her face still retained human features, but her eyes had completely turned into the Devourer’s pure purple.
Finally… perfect form… her voice echoed in three voices, Now, let the harvest begin!
Yim raised his arm, and a thick purple beam of light shot into the sky! The clouds were torn apart, revealing the strange purple moon behind it – it was the Devourer’s base camp.
[Warning: Devourer Matrix Activated][Quantum entanglement is impacted: 72%…68%…]Li Yong! That guy is destroying the balance! Luffy shouted.
Indeed, Yimu seemed to be able to sense our actions, and she deliberately attacked the most vulnerable connection point between the two worlds. The progress of quantum entanglement began to regress, and the system that had just stabilized was in crisis again.
She must be stopped! I frantically adjusted the parameters, but the effect was limited.
Luffy tried to jump up and attack Im, but he was too far away. Although his fist could tear through space, it was not strong enough to cross a distance of thousands of meters.
Need more strength… He gritted his teeth, and the purple lines on his body flashed violently.
The system suddenly prompts:
【Detection of D carrier potential release】
【Suggestion: Establish a two-way energy channel】
A bold idea flashed through my mind. If I could temporarily transfer the energy of the gap space to Luffy…
Luffy! Get ready for my power! It might hurt!
Come on!
I put the system into full gear, converting the console’s steady energy into a transmittable form. This was a huge risk – if I failed, the gap between the two dimensions might collapse, exposing both worlds to the Devourer.
【Energy transfer start】
[Remaining system stability: 45%…44%…]A dazzling blue light shot out from the console, passed through the dimensional barrier, and directly injected into Luffy’s body! He raised his head and roared with a mixture of pain and power, and the lines on his body burst into dazzling light!
This feels… great! Luffy’s voice becomes deep and powerful, and I see… all the connections…
His fist was once again wrapped with domineering energy, but this time the purple lightning was even denser. When the fist was swung out, the space shattered like glass, forming a passage that led directly to Im!
Rubber-Rubber–Luffy’s arm passes through the passage,–Galaxy Smash!
The punch hit Im’s chest hard! She was knocked out and crashed through the wall of Mary Geoise. But a moment later, she stood up from the ruins with a sneer, and only a slight crack appeared on the crystal carapace on her chest.
Nice try, Son of D. Yim wiped the purple liquid from the corner of his mouth, but you can’t fully control this power yet.
She suddenly spread her wings, moved so fast that it was almost instantaneous, and grabbed Luffy’s neck!
Let me teach you what real power is.
Purple energy flowed from her hand into Luffy’s body. Luffy convulsed in pain, and the lines on his body became unstable, sometimes bright and sometimes dim.
Luffy! The companions exclaimed, but no one could get close – a terrifying energy storm formed around the two of them, and any object that approached would be instantly decomposed.
System alarm flashes madly:
[Symbiotic System Overload][D carrier is on the verge of limit]【Suggestion: Emergency disconnection】
Disconnecting means giving up on Luffy, and I will never do that! But if we continue like this, his body will burst with Im’s energy!
In desperation, the console suddenly opened a hidden file automatically. The screen displayed:
[Seventh Command Activated][Source: AS-07 Hope]【Content: Dawn will eventually come】
Then, the figure of Hope re-condensed, clearer than before. She was smiling, holding a ball of warm white light in her hands.
The final puzzle piece. Her father’s real gift, she whispered.
The white light split into two halves, one half flew towards Luffy, and the other half merged into the console. A miracle happened – thin golden threads began to appear in Luffy’s purple lines, and these golden threads quickly wove into a net, stabilizing the runaway energy; at the same time, the console restored all its functions, and the progress of quantum entanglement soared to 85%!
For the first time, Yim showed a look of horror: Impossible! Is this… the original antibody?
She let go of Luffy and quickly stepped back. Luffy fell to the ground, and the golden lines and purple energy coexisted harmoniously, forming an unprecedented state of balance.
It feels… different. Luffy looked at his hands, as if he could… control them?
Yimu’s face twisted: Joyboy…you actually left this! She suddenly turned to the void, as if she could see me directly, but this would not change anything! The system is about to collapse, and I will become the queen of the new world!
She was right. Although hope brought a turnaround, the previous losses were too great. The system displayed:
[Final collapse countdown: 00:00:59][Quantum entanglement completion: 89%…stagnant]Only 11% left! If quantum entanglement can be achieved before collapse, the two worlds will be able to form a permanent balance, and the Devourer will not be able to completely invade either world.
Hope! I asked anxiously, is there any way to speed up the process?
She shook her head: “My father’s design is perfect. 89% can already form basic protection, but someone needs to maintain this balance…
The implication is clear – a permanent regulator is still needed.
I looked at Luffy and his friends on the holographic screen, and then at the gradually failing console. Perhaps… this is my fate.
Tell me what to do.
Hope smiles sadly: just stay at the console. When the crash occurs, the system will transform your consciousness into a quantum state, permanently anchoring the two worlds.
Simply put, I will become a living bridge, neither present nor everywhere.
Li Yong! Luffy’s voice suddenly came, much clearer than before, I seem to be able to see you!
I looked up and saw Luffy in the holographic image looking directly in my direction. Even more amazingly, his eyes turned into a strange color of gold and purple, as if they could penetrate the dimensional barrier.
Luffy…can you see me?
Well! You are in a place where there is light everywhere! He grinned and said, “Wait, I will bring you back soon!”
After saying that, he made a shocking move—he grabbed the space in front of him with both hands and pulled it hard as if tearing cloth!
Reality is torn apart!
A crack connecting the gap space and the real world appeared in front of Luffy. Through the crack, I could see my companions on the Sunny directly, and they were also looking at this side in shock.
Rubber rubber——Luffy’s arm reached out to me through the crack,——Cross-world rescue!
I subconsciously reached out my hand. When our fingers touched, an unprecedented energy wave erupted!
【Quantum entanglement completed! 】
【Stability: 100%】
【Two-way channel establishment】
The entire gap was as bright as day! The console automatically executed the final agreement, and the bubbles of the two worlds were connected by countless golden rays, forming a perfectly balanced system. The purple corrosion began to fade at a speed visible to the naked eye.
Yim screamed unwillingly: No! This is my world! My kingdom! She attacked everything around her frantically, but every time she destroyed something, more golden threads regenerated from the void.
The shadow of hope began to dissipate: Success… My father’s calculation was correct… Only when D’s will joins hands with the guardian of the other world can true balance be achieved…
Wait! I asked hurriedly, what about the Devourers? What will happen to them?
No longer a threat… nor an ally… Her voice grew quieter, just… part of nature…
With those last words, hope was gone. The console began to crash, but it didn’t matter anymore – the quantum entanglement was complete, the system was no longer necessary.
Luffy’s arms held me tightly: Hold on tight! I’m going to pull you back!
Just as he exerted his strength, Im suddenly appeared in front of the crack!
Don’t even think about it! She grinned, and blasted purple energy at Luffy’s back.
Watch out! I yelled.
At the critical moment, a pink lightning struck down, knocking Im’s attack off course! Doflamingo stood not far away, and the String-String Fruit was fully activated: I said, don’t disturb the pirate game, Master Im~
Im turned around angrily: Doflamingo! You traitor!
Traitor? Ming Ge’s signature evil smile hung on his face. I have always been loyal to myself.
Taking this opportunity, Luffy pulled with all his strength! I was pulled out of the gap, through the dimensional crack, and fell heavily on the deck of the Sunny!
The air in the real world has never been so fresh. I breathed in greedily, feeling the solid touch of the deck under my feet. My friends gathered around and asked questions, but my attention was completely focused on Luffy.
He stood there, his body covered with gold and purple patterns, his smile still bright: Welcome back!
I was about to respond when the system – a system I thought had crashed – popped up one last message in my mind:
【Ultimate Mission Completed】
【System function transformation: balance monitoring】
[Guardian identity confirmation][New mission: Assist the D family to maintain quantum balance]Then there is a video of Vegapunk:
Congratulations, Li Yong. You are now a true regulator. Don’t worry, you don’t have to be stuck in the gap forever, but the balance of the two worlds will always be your responsibility. Oh, and about the Devourers… they are now part of the ecosystem, just like the Sea Kings are to the ocean.
The video ends, and the system interface is simplified into a low-key status window, showing the balance index of the two worlds.
In the distance, Yimu’s screams became weaker and weaker. As the quantum entanglement was completed, the Devourer energy in her body began to reach a balance with the golden antibodies. The horrible shell fell off piece by piece, revealing the old human body underneath.
No… this is not right… she scratched her wrinkled face, I should be… God…
Eventually, she turned back into an ordinary old woman, slumped on the ground, the purple energy still in her body, but completely controlled by the golden network.
Luffy walked up to me, the lines on his body gradually fading: Is it over?
No. I smiled and shook my head. It was just the beginning.
The purple cracks in the sky began to heal, and the sun shone again. But in that light, a faint golden purple vein could be seen – the two worlds were connected from then on, and our adventure would continue.
Chapter 71 Finding the True Belonging (Old Version)
In the ruins of Aighead, the sun shines through the thin purple clouds and shines on everyone’s face.
I sat on the edge of the Sunny’s deck, looking at the sea gradually returning to calm in the distance. Three days had passed, and the threat of the Devourer had subsided, but the world had changed forever. The purple energy did not completely disappear, but reached a certain balance with the golden antibodies and became a new part of this world.
Hey, Li Yong! Luffy’s voice came from behind, try this!
He threw a piece of roasted meat to me, the surface of which had a strange golden purple sheen. I took a bite of it, and my taste buds were immediately conquered by an unprecedented delicacy – the meat was tender and juicy, but with a hint of lightning-like stimulation.
this…?
Sanji’s new invention! Luffy danced with excitement, saying it was some kind of energy fusion dish, and it was super delicious!
Sanji poked his head out of the kitchen window, puffing out smoke rings proudly: “This is just a preliminary attempt. After the Devourer’s energy is purified, it can actually increase the freshness of the food by 200%. He narrowed his eyes, but only Luffy’s idiotic physique can directly contact the unprocessed energy, the rest of us have to use special equipment.”
Chopper was busy checking everyone’s health at the other end of the deck. The little reindeer’s medical skills had improved again – he had developed a preliminary antibody serum in case someone accidentally came into contact with high concentrations of devouring energy.
Mr. Li Yong, Robin walked gracefully to my side with a steaming cup of tea in her hand, feeling better?
I took the cup, feeling the warmth through the ceramic in my palm: Well, the system has stabilized. Now it’s more like… a balance monitor.
Indeed, the once complex system interface has been simplified into a low-key status window, suspended in the corner of consciousness, showing the balance index of the two worlds. There are occasional slight fluctuations, but overall it remains stable.
Robin looked into the distance thoughtfully: The rebirth of the world mentioned in the historical text may refer to this. Not destruction, but a balance with the once hostile forces.
Franky was modifying the Sunny’s power system at the stern. He excitedly showed off the newly installed energy converter, a device that can safely utilize tiny amounts of devoured energy.
Super——Isn’t it amazing? He gave a thumbs up. No need to worry about the doldrums anymore! Just absorb the energy and you can sail!
Usopp and Chopper stood by, their eyes sparkling. The long-nosed sniper was now much more confident, and even began to call himself a brave warrior who saved the world from the Devourer.
Zoro napped on the watchtower with three swords beside him. Unlike before, a hint of purple light occasionally flashed on the blades – he learned in battle how to temporarily fuse domineering energy with devouring energy, creating a sword technique that could cut through energy.
Nami is studying the newly drawn sea chart. The energy she devoured has changed the climate and ocean currents in some sea areas, which need to be re-mapped. Her weather stick has also been upgraded, and can now release small-scale golden-purple lightning.
Everyone… I looked around at this group of incredible companions, and a warm feeling welled up in my chest. Just a few months ago, I was just a confused traveler; but now, I have found my true belonging.
Hey! Look over there! Usopp suddenly pointed to the coast.
A group of people were walking towards the Sunny. The leader was Doflamingo, followed by several admirals and – surprisingly – Im, who was bound by seastone chains.
The Straw Hat Pirates immediately went on alert. Luffy jumped to the bow, Zoro gripped the hilt of his sword, and Sanji lit a cigarette. But Ming stopped at a safe distance and raised his hands to signal peace.
Relax, Straw Hat Boy. His signature evil smile remains, I am here to hand over the prisoner.
He roughly dragged Yim over. The once high and mighty Lord of the Void Throne was now just a frail old woman with dull purple eyes and a few traces of crystallization on her skin.
The World Government has decided to abandon her. Mingge’s voice was full of sarcasm. The Five Elders said that they had never authorized her to conduct dangerous experiments. A typical politician’s trick.
A naval admiral stepped forward and said: Straw Hat Luffy, in view of your contribution in resolving this crisis, the World Government has decided to temporarily withdraw the wanted warrant against you.
Huh? Who cares! Luffy picks his nose. We are not afraid of the navy!
The general’s mouth twitched, but he wisely did not refute. He signaled the soldiers to take Yim away. When passing by me, Yim suddenly looked up and whispered in a hoarse voice:
Watch out for the stars…they’re still watching
Then she was dragged away roughly. Mingge stayed where he was, looking at me meaningfully: Interesting advice, isn’t it?
Why are you helping us? I looked straight into his sunglasses, not out of a sense of justice.
Mingge laughed: Fufufufu… Of course not. I just hate being controlled. He lowered his voice, Yimu thought he could manipulate everyone, including our Don Quixote family. But she forgot that the Celestial Dragons also have their own secrets.
He took out a small exquisite box from his bosom and threw it to me: “Take this. Open it after you find the national treasure.”
Wait! What national treasure——
But Ming Ge had already turned away, his pink feather coat fluttering in the wind. Luo came over and frowned at the box: Do you want to check it? There might be a trap.
I shook my head: the system scan showed that it was just an ordinary information storage device. I looked up at Luo and asked, where are you going next?
Luo looked at the distant horizon: “Let’s meet up with Bepo and the others first.” Vegapunk’s real body woke up and said he had something to tell us. He paused, about the origin of the D clan.
Luffy suddenly craned his neck and came over: “That sounds interesting! Let’s go too!”
Chapter 72, Come on, the next adventure (old version)
No! Nami punched Luffy on the head, we promised the Revolutionary Army to go to Baldigo! Mr. Long said he had something important to discuss!
Revolutionary Army? I looked at Robin, she smiled and nodded: Sabo contacted us. It seems to be related to this incident.
While we were discussing, a prompt suddenly popped up:
[Abnormal energy fluctuations detected][Source: Starry Sky][Similarity: 87% match Devourer Matrix]I suddenly looked up at the sky. It was daytime, but my enhanced vision could vaguely see something moving in the depths of the distant starry sky.
What’s wrong? Robin was keenly aware of my abnormality.
Nothing. I forced a smile, just thinking… what I would face next.
Luffy put his arms around Robin and me by the neck, almost suffocating us: Who cares! Let’s go on an adventure together!
Let go, idiot! Robin and I protested at the same time, but we couldn’t help laughing.
That night, the Sunny set sail for Baldigo. I stood at the stern and watched Egghead gradually disappear below the horizon. The system showed that the balance index of the two worlds was stable at 98%, with occasional small fluctuations but quickly recovered.
What are you thinking about? Robin walked over to me.
Many things. I looked at the starry sky, thinking about who I am and where I came from…Now that I know that the so-called memories of the original world are implanted, I feel relieved.
Robin gently held my hand: “Memories can be faked, but experiences are real. You have protected this world – no, both worlds. That’s what matters most.”
Her hands were warm. We stood there for a while, enjoying this rare moment of peace.
Oh, Robin suddenly remembered something. Can you still see that world? The Earth in your memory.
I nodded: Sometimes, in dreams. And… I hesitated. Recently, I felt that someone in that world was also dreaming about us.
Robin’s eyes lit up: Side effects of quantum entanglement? The two worlds begin to penetrate each other?
Maybe. The strangest thing is… I lowered my voice, and yesterday I described the beef on Earth to Luffy, and he actually said, “Yeah, it’s the red meat, right?” But he couldn’t know!
Robin fell into deep thought: Unless…the connection between the two worlds is deeper than we thought…
A sea breeze blew in, bringing with it the smell of salt and freedom. The Sunny cut through the waves, its bow pointing toward new adventures.
The system suddenly detected the signal in the starry sky again, this time it was stronger. But strangely, it was not accompanied by fear, but a strange… expectation?
Whatever comes, I whispered to myself, we are ready.
Luffy climbed up to the mainmast at some point and shouted to the starry sky: Come on! The next adventure!
The laughter of my friends drifted away in the sea breeze. I looked at the small box in my hand, and then at the endless starry sky.
The adventure never ends. And that’s the best part.
I opened my eyes, but the blinding sunlight made me close them again. The cool, shaky feeling beneath me told me I was floating. This was wrong – my last memory was of an out-of-control truck hurtling toward me, the sound of brakes screeching, and then darkness.
Hello, there’s someone over there!
The strange voice spoke in Japanese, but I somehow understood it. I tried to open my eyes again, and this time I adjusted to the light. The blue sky, a few white clouds floating leisurely, and I was floating on my back on the vast sea.
Still alive? The voice was getting closer.
I reluctantly turned my head and saw a strangely shaped boat approaching. On its sail was a logo that I was very familiar with – a white crescent-shaped logo with a beard.
Whitebeard Pirates?
My brain short-circuited instantly. This couldn’t be possible. This must be an illusion after the car crash, or I was already dead and this was the afterlife?
The boat approached, and two figures jumped into the water and swam towards me. As they pulled me aboard, I noticed that one of them had a pineapple-like hairstyle, and the other wore an orange hat, with a bare upper body that revealed his muscular body and a tattoo on his abdomen.
Marco and Ace?
What’s wrong with this guy? Ace squatted down and poked my face with his finger. He didn’t look like a pirate in distress.
Take the Moby Dick back first, Marco said, and Dad will decide what to do with him.
At this moment, a mechanical voice suddenly sounded in my mind:
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Rubber Fruit (parahuman type), Flame-Flame Fruit (natural type), Transparent Fruit (parahuman type)][Please select one of the capabilities, valid for 24 hours]My eyes widened. System? Devil Fruit power? Have I really traveled to the world of One Piece? And can I choose a different power every day?
Chapter 73, Are you okay? (Old version)
Hey, are you okay? Ace waved his hand in front of me. Why did he suddenly go blank?
I subconsciously chose the Flame-Flame Fruit in my mind. Choosing the natural type should be the safest choice, at least it can save my life.
Instantly, a surge of heat surged through my body, and I felt as if I had become the fire itself. Instinctively, my right hand suddenly caught fire.
What?! Ace stepped back suddenly, his face full of shock. How could you——
Flames also ignited on his hands, and we looked at each other, with flames dancing in each other’s eyes.
Marco’s eyes sharpened: Interesting. Two users of the Flame-Flame Fruit? Impossible.
Who are you? Ace’s expression changed from surprise to vigilance. Why do you have the same ability as me?
I opened my mouth, but I didn’t know how to explain. Say I came from another world? Say I had a system that could change my abilities every day? They would probably think I was crazy.
I… I don’t know, I decided to answer half-truthfully, that I woke up in the ocean, and suddenly I found that I could control fire.
Marco and Ace exchanged a look.
Take him back first, Marco finally said, Dad would be interested in this.
The boat sailed towards the huge whale-shaped main ship in the distance – the legendary Moby Dick. As the distance shortened, my heart beat faster and faster. Was I about to see Whitebeard in person? Edward Newgate, who was known as the strongest man in the world?
The process of boarding the ship was like a dream. The crew gathered around me curiously, talking about it. I was taken to the center of the deck, where there was a huge chair, and on the chair sat a figure as tall as a mountain.
Gulala, Whitebeard’s laughter was as loud as thunder. Marco, Ace, you brought back an interesting guy.
Even when he was sitting, he was much taller than me. His signature white crescent-shaped beard, his open coat showing his sturdy chest, and his huge naginata, Kusakumo-kiri, leaning against the edge of his chair. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle’s, but with a certain kindness.
Dad, Marco stepped forward and we found him on the sea. Interestingly, he suddenly showed the same ability as Ace just now.
Whitebeard’s eyebrows raised: Oh? Another flame boy?
Ace stepped forward and said: I don’t know how he did it, but there should be only one Flame-Flame Fruit.
Whitebeard looked at me and said, “Boy, who are you?”
I took a deep breath. It seemed blasphemous to lie to this legendary figure.
My name is Li Yong. I mustered all my courage to look him in the eye. To be honest, I didn’t know what happened. I woke up in the sea, and then… I suddenly had the ability to control fire.
Whitebeard stared at me for a long time, and suddenly laughed: Gulala! Interesting! No matter what happened to you, you are lucky to survive at sea. Want a drink?
I was stunned. Just like that? No questioning, no suspicion?
Dad? Ace looked even more surprised than I was. That’s it?
Ace, everyone has secrets they don’t want to tell. Whitebeard picked up the huge wine jug next to him and took a sip. This kid has clear eyes and is not a bad person. If he wants, he can stay on the ship temporarily.
My eyes suddenly warmed up. Is this Whitebeard’s demeanor? No wonder he could gather so many loyal crew members.
Thank you, I bow deeply, and I will prove that your trust is not misplaced.
Don’t be too quick to thank me, Whitebeard blinked, let’s see if you can adapt to life at sea first. Ace, you are responsible for taking care of him.
Ace pouted, but nodded in agreement.
Just like that, I, a time traveler, somehow boarded the ship of the Whitebeard Pirates. In my mind, the system prompts that new ability options will be refreshed tomorrow. I don’t know what the future will be like, but one thing is certain – this world will change because of my arrival.
The next morning, I woke up in the crew quarters of the Moby Dick, the sun shining on my face through the round porthole. My memory of last night was a bit blurry – too much wine, too much laughter, and Ace’s sincere smile when he patted my shoulder and said welcome aboard.
[Daily lottery system refresh][Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Float-Float Fruit (parahuman type), Mimicry Fruit (parahuman type), Dog-Dog Fruit·Wolf Form (animal type)]I blinked. Does the system really refresh every day? Is this not a dream? I hesitated for a moment and chose the Floating Fruit. The ability of the Golden Lion Shiki should be quite practical. At least it won’t suddenly transform and scare people like the Animal System.
The moment I made the choice, I felt a strange sensation in my body, as if the force of gravity on me had been weakened. I jumped lightly and floated to the ceiling.
Wow! I hurriedly tried to control my body, but ended up hitting the wooden ceiling with a loud thud.
New here, dismantling the boat so early in the morning? There were complaints from below. I landed back on my bunk awkwardly, deciding to familiarize myself with my abilities before going out to embarrass myself.
Chapter 74: I Will Never Let History Repeat Itself (Old Version)
Half an hour later, I carefully opened the hatch and walked onto the deck. The sea breeze blew in my face, bringing with it a salty and humid smell. The Moby Dick was sailing on a calm sea, and the crew were busy repairing the sails, cleaning the deck, and tidying up the ropes.
Yo, are you awake? Ace appeared from nowhere, chewing on a huge meat leg in his hand. You drank so much yesterday, I thought you were going to sleep until noon.
I smiled: Pirates can’t be underestimated for their drinking capacity. Actually, my head still hurts a little, but I don’t want to appear too delicate in this new environment.
Ace suddenly leaned closer and lowered his voice: “Seriously, where is your fire ability? What happened yesterday?”
I was hesitating about how to answer when a wooden box slid down from a height and hit us. I subconsciously pointed my finger and the box suddenly hovered in the air and then slowly landed on the deck.
Ace’s eyes widened like bells: What kind of ability is this? !
Several crew members around also stopped what they were doing and looked at the scene in surprise.
Uh, well… I’m scratching my head, the situation is a bit complicated.
Attention everyone! A naval patrol ship has been spotted ahead! A shout from the lookout interrupted our conversation.
The deck was busy in an instant. Ace’s expression immediately became serious, and flames danced between his fingers: Get ready for battle!
I followed him and rushed to the bow, and sure enough, I saw a warship flying a naval flag in the distance. But it was still far away, and the other side seemed to have not discovered us yet.
What do you need me to do? I asked Ace.
He grinned: Let’s see what you can do.
I looked towards the warship, estimating the distance. The ability of the Float-Float Fruit should be able to… I closed my eyes and concentrated on feeling the weight of the objects around me. When I opened my eyes again, I raised my hands.
The sea surface in the distance suddenly bulged, and a huge column of water rushed up into the sky, throwing the entire warship into the air. The hull disintegrated in the air, turning into a pile of debris and screaming sailors falling into the sea.
The deck suddenly became eerily quiet.
I swallowed: Did I… overdo it?
Ace’s jaw almost dropped to the ground: Who are you?
“That’s enough.” Whitebeard’s voice came from behind us. He had stood behind us without us noticing, his tall figure casting a shadow. “Boy, follow me.”
I followed Whitebeard to the stern nervously, feeling that everyone on the ship was staring at me. Whitebeard stopped at the railing and looked at the navy soldiers struggling on the sea in the distance.
Gulala, well done, unexpectedly, he laughed, but don’t be so cruel next time, give the navy some face.
I breathed a sigh of relief: Yes, Dad.
Your ability, Whitebeard turned around and looked at me with sharp eyes, yesterday it was fire, today it is controlling objects…what about tomorrow?
My heart skipped a beat. How could he have guessed?
As if seeing my confusion, Whitebeard pointed to his eyes and said: I have lived for most of my life and have seen everything. You are not a devil fruit user, at least not an ordinary one.
I hesitated for a moment, then decided to partially confess: My abilities… vary from day to day. I don’t know why.
Whitebeard nodded thoughtfully: Interesting. Marco!
Phoenix Marco appeared from nowhere: Dad?
Record the changes in this kid’s abilities, Whitebeard ordered. I’m very curious about how many tricks he can perform.
Marco pushed his glasses up and showed an interested expression: Yes, Dad.
Just like that, I officially became a special observation subject of the Whitebeard Pirates. Marco gave me a small notebook and asked me to record my abilities every day. And Ace became my ability testing partner, pestering me to show him new tricks every day.
On the third day, I gained the ability of the Boom-Boom Fruit, which can turn objects I touch into bombs. Ace excitedly dragged me to an uninhabited island to do an experiment, and we almost sank half of the island.
The fourth day was the Rust Rust Fruit, which can corrode any metal. We used it to repair several rusty hinges on the boat, but it also accidentally dissolved a chef’s precious kitchen knife, for which we had to apologize with a smile.
On the fifth day, I used the Animal-type Cat-Cat Fruit. I turned into a giant black panther, scaring the new crew members who had just boarded the ship so much that they screamed and ran away. Ace rolled on the ground with laughter, and I was seriously warned by the ship’s doctor, Jot, not to release my wildness on the ship.
After a week, I have basically adapted to the life on the ship. During the day, I help with the work and occasionally use my ability to solve some problems; at night, I drink and brag with the crew members and listen to their adventure stories in the new world. Ace has almost become my shadow, always the first to ask me what my ability is today.
But there is a pair of eyes always watching me in the dark – Marshall D. Teach, the future Blackbeard. Whenever I show a new ability, I can catch a glimpse of him hiding behind the crowd, with a strange light flashing in his eyes. This makes my back cold, but I can’t alert him, so I can only pretend not to notice.
On the eighth night, I couldn’t sleep and went to the deck to get some fresh air. The moonlight was shining on the sea, and the waves were sparkling. Unexpectedly, Ace was already there, looking up at the starry sky.
Can’t sleep? I walked over.
He nodded and handed me a bottle of wine: Think about something.
We drank in silence for a while, the alcohol warming our bodies and relaxing our guard.
Ace, I mustered up the courage to ask, why did you choose to be a pirate?
He was silent for a long time, the starry sky reflected in his eyes: To prove that my existence is meaningful…what about you?
Me? I smiled bitterly. I wasn’t even sure if I should be here.
I shook my head: Nothing. Sometimes I just feel that this is all too unreal.
Ace patted me on the shoulder: Hey, on Dad’s boat, you’re family. That couldn’t be more true.
Family. This word has a special meaning in the Whitebeard Pirates. I looked at Ace’s profile and suddenly remembered his fate in the original plot, and my chest ached.
Ace, if someone told you…that you would…never mind, it’s nothing. I swallowed the words that were about to come out of my mouth.
He looked at me puzzledly: You act weird today.
I changed the subject: The stars are so bright today.
Ace followed my gaze towards the starry sky: Ah, it is said that people turn into stars after they die.
Do you believe it?
I don’t know. His voice dropped, but if it’s really possible… I hope to be the one who lights up others.
My throat tightened. At this moment, Ace was no longer the high-spirited Ace of Fire Fist, but just a young man with a heavy heart, a son trapped by his life experience.
Ace, I whispered, no matter who you are or where you come from, on this ship, you are you. That’s enough.
He looked at me in surprise, then gave me a sincere smile: Thank you.
We fell into comfortable silence again, with only the sound of the waves lapping against the hull.
The next morning, I was awakened by the sound of an argument on the deck. I ran out in a hurry and saw two crew members confronting each other with swords drawn, surrounded by a circle of people watching the excitement.
I said I didn’t take it! A red-haired crew member shouted angrily.
Stop pretending! You were the only one hanging around the warehouse last night! Another bearded crew member waved his fist.
Ace stood between the two and tried to mediate, but it didn’t work. Seeing that the conflict was about to escalate, I squeezed into the crowd.
Calm down, why don’t you talk about it calmly? I advised.
Get out of here, new guy! The red-haired crew member pushed me away and said, “This is none of your business!”
The moment he touched me, a strange force burst out from my body. The red-haired sailor’s eyes suddenly rolled back and he collapsed to the ground.
Everyone was stunned, including myself.
What did you do to him? The bearded man stepped back cautiously.
I…I don’t know…I looked at my hands blankly.
It’s Haki. A deep voice came from above. Whitebeard had stood behind me without me noticing, his eyes flickering with interest. Armament Haki, although it was still very crude.
Domineering? I actually used my domineering power unintentionally?
Whitebeard squatted down to check on the fallen crew member: It’s okay, just fainted temporarily. He stood up and put his big hand on my shoulder: Boy, it seems that you still have a lot of potential that has not been tapped.
After this incident, Whitebeard arranged for Marco to teach me basic Haki training. And I became more convinced that this system would not only give me the ability to change daily, but also the potential to improve my physical fitness.
But the biggest shock happened on the tenth day. The options that day were: [Operation Fruit (Metahuman), Sparkle Fruit (Natural), Encouragement Fruit (Metahuman)]. I chose the Operation Fruit, thinking that maybe I could help heal the old wounded on the ship.
When I tried to use the ROOM space to remove the bullet fragments from an old crew member’s body, Whitebeard’s eyes became unusually sharp. Later, he told me privately that this was one of the most dangerous fruits in the world, worth more than 5 billion Baileys.
That night, I lay in my hammock, thinking about a serious question: What if the system gives me a completely unfamiliar ability tomorrow and I happen to encounter an emergency? I must plan ahead and prepare for possible crises in the future.
Especially… the Battle of Marineford. Thinking of the tragedy that was about to happen, I clenched my fists. The image of Ace saying he wanted to be a star under the moonlight appeared in front of me.
No, I will never let that future happen again. The system gave me a chance, and I must find a way to change my fate.
Chapter 75, Absolute Defense (Old Version)
On the morning of the fifteenth day, I woke up in a swaying hammock, and the system prompt sounded in my mind on time:
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Barrier Fruit (Superhuman), Snow Snow Fruit (Natural), Bug Bug Fruit – Mantis Form (Animal)]I squinted my eyes and thought for a moment. The natural Snow Fruit sounds good, but the Barrier Fruit seems to have more strategic value. I remember that Bartolomeo’s barrier in the original work was almost indestructible. As for the mantis form… I don’t want to walk around with two scythes all day.
Barrier Fruit. I silently chanted in my mind.
A strange energy immediately flowed through my body, and I felt some invisible switches in my palms. I carefully stretched out my hands towards the cabin wall, and a translucent light green barrier instantly unfolded, pushing the wooden wall and making it creak.
Great, I cheered quietly, this is absolute defense.
Just as I was experimenting with the size and shape of the barrier, the ship suddenly shook violently, followed by a deafening roar of gunfire.
Enemy attack! Navy fleet! Shouts from the lookout tower came along with the rapid sound of alarm bells.
I didn’t bother to put on my coat, I grabbed my knife and rushed to the deck. The scene outside made me gasp – five naval warships surrounded the Moby Dick in a fan shape, and gun smoke was still coming out of the muzzles. On the deck of one of the ships, there were several familiar figures standing.
Is that… Vice Admiral Ghost Spider? I recognize the man with the spider-leg hairdo, and… Vice Admiral Doberman?!
This is not an ordinary patrol team, but an elite force from the Navy Headquarters! The Whitebeard Pirates were clearly ambushed.
The deck was in chaos. Whitebeard sat in the center, his face normal, but his eyes flashed with danger. Marco turned into a phoenix and circled in the air, while Ace stood at the bow, his hands ablaze with flames.
Everyone, prepare for battle! Marco shouted in the air, the enemy is well prepared, be careful!
A shell whizzed towards us, and Ace jumped up and punched it to detonate in the air. But then the second and third shells followed… the artillery fire was dense and heavy like rain.
Protect the mainmast! Joz yelled and transformed into diamond form, blocking several shells, but two still escaped and headed straight for the mast.
At the critical moment, I rushed to the mast and crossed my arms: Barrier!
A huge translucent green barrier unfolded, and the shells hit it with a deafening explosion, but the barrier did not move at all, without even a crack.
Good job, new guy! Joz gave me a thumbs up.
I didn’t have time to respond, because the navy ships were already close enough for a boarding battle. Vice Admiral Ghost Spider took to the air with the Moon Step, unsheathed all eight swords at the same time, and rushed straight towards Whitebeard.
Don’t even think about it! Marco dived to intercept, but Vice Admiral Doberman suddenly rushed out from the side, and his fist wrapped in armed color hit Marco’s wings hard, knocking him into the sea.
The situation took a turn for the worse. I saw Ace being besieged by three major generals. Although his firepower allowed him to hold his own, he couldn’t escape for a while. To make matters worse, a shell hit the stern and the fire began to spread.
Li Yong! Protect the wounded! Whitebeard’s resonant voice pierced through the hustle and bustle of the battlefield.
I turned around and saw that the area near the infirmary was affected by the artillery fire, and several wounded were trapped under the collapsed mast. I immediately deployed the barrier and rushed over, using my ability to prop up a safe space so that the medical team could rescue the wounded.
Barrier·ball cage! I suddenly had an idea and shaped the barrier into a ball, wrapped several seriously injured people and rolled them to a safe area. I had never tried this method myself, but I had to take the risk and give it a try in such a critical moment.
Interesting ability. A cold voice suddenly came from behind.
I turned around suddenly and saw that Ghost Spider had broken through the defense line at some point and was only a few steps away from me. His eight knives flashed with cold light, and the blood of a crew member was dripping on them.
“Little ghost, how many directions can your barrier protect at the same time?” He grinned, and eight knives stabbed at him from different angles at the same time.
I gritted my teeth and shaped the barrier into an all-around protective sphere to wrap myself in. The blade hit the barrier with a harsh sound, but it could not penetrate.
Eight swords style, right? I sneered, try this! Barrier·Thrust!
I suddenly removed the barrier in front of me, and at the same time, a sharp barrier cone extended outward from the inside. The spider demon was caught off guard and was stabbed in the abdomen. Although he used his armed color to defend in time to avoid serious injuries, he was still pushed back by the impact.
Damn little devil! He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his eyes becoming even more ferocious.
Just as he was about to attack again, the entire sea surface suddenly shook violently. The sea water rolled like boiling water, and the sky seemed to be torn apart. Everyone was unstable, and even the warship began to shake violently.
It’s Dad who’s taking action! A crew member shouted excitedly.
I looked up in the direction of Whitebeard, and saw him clenching his fists, his muscles bulging, and a white halo wrapped around his fists. With a tearing motion in the air, the sea surface was torn apart, and a huge tsunami rose behind the warship.
Chapter 76, You’re Drunk, Brother (Old Version)
Sea shock! Whitebeard roared.
Ghost Spider and Doberman’s faces changed drastically: Retreat! Everyone retreat!
But it was too late. The tsunami pressed down on the navy fleet like a huge wall, and three warships were instantly swallowed up. The remaining two fled in panic, and the stern of one of them was smashed to pieces by Whitebeard’s punch in the air.
The battle came and went quickly. In just over ten minutes, the ambush carefully arranged by the navy was completely crushed. But the Moby Dick also paid a price – three crew members were killed, more than a dozen were injured, and the stern was seriously damaged.
I removed the barrier, my legs went limp and I knelt on the deck, only then did I realize that my clothes were soaked with cold sweat. This was my first time participating in a battle of this scale, and after the adrenaline faded, my body couldn’t stop shaking.
Newcomer. Whitebeard’s voice came from above.
I looked up and saw his tall figure blocking the sunlight. He stretched out his hand, and I subconsciously grabbed it, and he easily pulled me up.
Well done, Whitebeard showed a rare expression of approval, you saved at least ten of my sons.
I… just did what I had to do. My voice was still shaking.
“Gulala, Whitebeard laughed loudly, Marco! Count the casualties and repair the ships. We’ll have a party tonight!”
A party? I was stunned. Right after the war?
Ace appeared out of nowhere and put his arm around my shoulders: “This is the style of the Whitebeard Pirates! Celebrate the living, mourn the dead, and then move on!”
That night, the deck of the Moby Dick was brightly lit. Barrels of wine were rolled out, and the aroma of barbecue filled the ship. The crew took turns telling stories of their heroic deeds in the battle, and from time to time they burst into laughter or cheers.
I sat in a corner, sipping my beer, still recovering from the shock of the day, when Whitebeard knocked on his huge wine flask, and the deck immediately fell silent.
“Today, we lost three members of our family,” he said in a deep and powerful voice, “but their deaths will not be in vain. The flag of the Whitebeard Pirates will always fly!”
Oh! ! The crew responded in unison.
At the same time, Whitebeard turned his gaze to me, and we also had a new family. Li Yong!
When my name was suddenly called, I almost choked on my wine and stood up in a hurry.
Boy, you have proved your worth today, White Beard said with a smile, are you willing to officially join my family?
The deck suddenly became so quiet that the sound of waves could be heard. Everyone’s eyes were focused on me, with expectations, curiosity, and a few doubtful eyes – including the gloomy gaze of Blackbeard Teach.
I felt my throat tighten. Officially join the Whitebeard Pirates? Become a member of the world’s most powerful pirate group? This means responsibility, a true sense of belonging, and the future wars that will be faced.
I do, I heard myself say, more firmly than I thought possible.
Cheers erupted on the deck. Ace rushed over and gave me a bear hug, almost breaking my ribs. Marco smiled and handed me a glass of strong wine: Welcome to join, brother.
Whitebeard nodded with satisfaction: “From today on, you are the captain of the 16th squad. Although you are the only one in your squad now, Gulala!
The crew laughed loudly. I blushed as I took the armband that symbolized my captain status, which had the Whitebeard Pirates’ logo on it.
Thank you for your trust, Dad. I bow deeply and I won’t let you down.
The party lasted until late at night. After three rounds of drinks, I was a little tipsy, and Ace and I were singing off-tune pirate songs with our arms around each other. Just then, I noticed Teach walking towards me with a glass of wine.
Hahaha, the new captain, his eyes narrowed into slits when he laughed, what an amazing ability, that barrier.
The alcohol had lowered my guard, but deep down, alarm bells were ringing. What was this would-be betrayer trying to do?
Thanks, just luck. I responded vaguely, trying to end the conversation.
No, no, no, Teach moved closer. I could smell the alcohol and sweat on him. I’ve been observing you for many days, and you have different abilities every day. It’s incredible!
My heart skipped a beat. He’d been documenting my abilities?
Tiqi, Marco suddenly appeared and put his hand on my shoulder. Don’t scare the newcomers. Li Yong, Dad is looking for you.
I felt as if I had been pardoned, and hurriedly followed Marco out. When we were alone, Marco whispered, “Be careful of Teach. He is too interested in your abilities.”
Did you notice that, too? I asked in surprise.
Marco pushed his glasses up: “I’m the ship’s doctor, and observing people is my job. But more importantly, Dad really wants to see you.”
Whitebeard sat in his special seat, surrounded by several core captains. I walked over and saluted respectfully: You are looking for me, Dad?
Li Yong, White Beard motioned for me to sit down. Your ability…changes every day?
It seems that I can’t hide it anymore. I nodded: Yes. Every day when I wake up, I will have three new abilities to choose from, which will last for 24 hours.
The captains exclaimed. Joz touched his diamond chin and said: This is incredible.
Is there a pattern? Marco’s occupational disease came into play and he took out his little notebook to record it.
It’s completely random, I shook my head, sometimes it’s very strong, sometimes… it’s useless. For example, the day before yesterday I turned into a mole and was almost beaten to death by the cook as a pest.
Everyone laughed. Whitebeard was thoughtful: This instability is a weakness. You need a fighting style that does not rely on ability.
I’m learning how to be domineering, I said, and I used it accidentally today.
Whitebeard pointed out that not only the armament Haki, but also the observation Haki is equally important. Predict the enemy’s actions and be prepared before the crisis comes.
His words gave me a flash of inspiration. Observation Haki… Prediction… The Battle of Marineford! Alcohol and excitement made me speak quickly: For example, I predicted that the navy would set a trap in Marinford and prepare to execute Ace to lure you into the trap?
I regretted my words the moment they left my mouth. The deck suddenly became eerily quiet. Everyone’s expressions froze, and Ace’s wine glass fell to the ground, making a crisp shattering sound.
Li Yong, Marco’s voice was unusually serious. What are you talking about?
I was sweating on my forehead, my brain racing for an explanation: I… I was just giving an example… a hypothetical situation…
Whitebeard’s eyes became as sharp as a knife, as if he could see through my soul. After a long while, he laughed: Gulala! What a good hypothesis! But it does remind us that the Navy has been looking for an opportunity to attack the Whitebeard Pirates.
The topic was reluctantly changed, but Ace looked at me with a bit more doubt. After the banquet, he stopped me and said, “Li Yong, what you just said… do you know something?”
I hesitated for a moment and decided to answer half-truthfully: I have a hunch… Ace, promise me, no matter what happens, don’t go hunting down Blackbeard alone.
Teach? Why? Ace frowned. He is one of us.
Just a hunch. I can’t explain it.
Ace patted my shoulder: You’ve had too much to drink, brother. Go to bed, see you tomorrow.
I clenched my fists as I watched him leave. I must become stronger and gain more power. The shadow of the war is approaching, and I may be the only one who can change that tragedy.
The next morning, the system prompt sounded as usual:
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Tremor-Tremor Fruit (parahuman type), Sparkle-Spark Fruit (natural type), Healing Fruit (parahuman type)]When I saw the first option, I almost fell off the hammock. The Tremor-Tremor Fruit? Whitebeard’s ability? This system is too outrageous!
Chapter 77, Reserved Space Marker (Old Version)
Tremor fruit.
I stared at the system interface, my fingers hanging in the air, unable to make a choice. What would it mean to choose this? Steal Whitebeard’s power? What would be the consequences of using this ability in front of him?
In the end, I chose the Healing Fruit. The Tremor-Tremor Fruit is too sensitive, the Sparkle-Spark Fruit is powerful but not urgently needed, and the healing ability…maybe it can help Whitebeard and his crew who have been fighting for years.
As the power of the healing fruit poured into my body, a warm current spread from my heart to my limbs. I subconsciously pressed my hand to my chest, feeling an unprecedented vitality beating at my fingertips.
There were hurried footsteps and shouts on the deck. I pushed open the door and saw the crew gathered in the middle with nervous expressions. In front of Whitebeard was a blood-stained messenger kneeling, holding a letter tightly in his hand.
…Blackbeard Teach defected, and the communicator gasped and said that he killed Thatch and took the Dark-Dark Fruit
My blood froze instantly. This moment had finally arrived.
Whitebeard’s expression was as gloomy as the sky before a thunderstorm. He slowly unfolded the letter, crumpled it into a ball after reading it: Teach… I thought he would have the patience to wait until I died.
Marco stepped forward and said: Dad, do you want to send someone to chase him?
Of course we have to chase him! Ace suddenly rushed out of the crowd, with the flames of anger burning in his eyes. He killed his family! He must pay the price!
Whitebeard was silent for a moment, then nodded: “Ace, go and bring Teach back. I will judge him myself.”
Wait! I blurted out, and everyone’s eyes immediately turned to me. I took a deep breath, I didn’t think this was a good idea. Teach had been hiding his strength for many years, and he chose to rebel now, so he must have made some preparations.
Ace turned to me, frowning: Li Yong, what do you mean? Are you not going to avenge Sachi?
That’s not what I meant. I was just thinking quickly and I thought we should send more people. Teach knows the Whitebeard Pirates too well, and it’s too risky to act alone.
White Beard looked at me thoughtfully: Li Yong, you seem to be particularly wary of Teach.
My throat tightened. How could I explain it? Saying that I came from another world and knew that Teach would defeat Ace and hand him over to the Marines, causing the war at the top? They would think I was crazy.
It’s just… intuition, I reluctantly said, Teach always gave me a dangerous feeling. He was observing everyone and evaluating everyone’s ability… especially the Devil Fruit ability users.
Marco nodded: I feel the same way. That guy’s eyes… don’t look like family.
Whitebeard pondered for a long time, and finally insisted on his original judgment: Ace, as the captain of the second division, has the responsibility to deal with this matter. However, Li Yong’s concerns are also reasonable – Ace, take a few people with you and keep in touch.
Ace nodded seriously: I will bring him back, Dad.
I clenched my fists, my nails digging deep into my palms. History was repeating itself, and I was powerless to stop it. As I watched Ace walk away, an idea solidified in my mind – if I couldn’t stop Ace from hunting down Blackbeard, then I had to prepare for the next war on the top.
That night, I tossed and turned in bed. The system would be refreshed tomorrow, and today’s healing fruit ability would disappear. I had to hurry.
I quietly came to the outside of Whitebeard’s cabin, hesitated for a moment, and knocked on the door gently.
Come in. A deep voice came from inside.
Pushing open the door, I saw Whitebeard studying the sea chart by the light of the oil lamp. Although he was still sitting upright, from a close look, I could see that the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes were deeper and his breathing was heavier than before.
Li Yong, he put down the pen in his hand, can’t sleep?
Dad, I…I have healing powers today, I said directly, and I want to see if I can help you relieve some of your pain.
White Beard raised his eyebrows: Do you know my illness?
It’s not hard to guess, I whispered, that you’ve been taking your medication more frequently and sometimes you unconsciously press your chest.
Whitebeard laughed, but was interrupted by a cough. He waved his hand to indicate that it was all right: “Sharp boy. Well, let’s test your ability.”
I placed my hand on the back of Whitebeard’s broad hand. The power of the healing fruit was activated, and a soft green light emanated from my palm. I closed my eyes and felt the condition of his body – his heart was overloaded, his lungs were filled with fluid, and many old injuries were inflamed…
The situation is more serious than I thought, I frowned, I can temporarily relieve the symptoms, but a complete cure requires more professional abilities.
That’s enough, Whitebeard said calmly, death is the destination that every warrior will eventually face, I don’t need pity.
This is not pity, Dad, I am determined to continue the treatment, and it is natural for family members to take care of each other.
The treatment lasted for nearly an hour. After it was over, Whitebeard’s breathing became much smoother and his face became rosy. My forehead was covered with sweat. The healing fruit consumed more energy than expected.
How does it feel? I wiped the sweat off my face.
Twenty years younger, Whitebeard flexed his shoulders. Not a bad skill. It’s a pity that it will disappear tomorrow, right?
I nodded, not surprised that he had guessed this.
Li Yong, Whitebeard suddenly became serious, why are you really so against Ace chasing Teach?
Facing his sharp gaze, I knew that any perfunctory response would be seen through. I chose to partially confess: I… had a feeling that Teach had set a trap. He wanted more than just the Dark-Dark Fruit… He wanted to take your place.
Whitebeard was silent for a long time, and finally sighed: Maybe you are right. But Ace must go on this trip. This is his responsibility as the captain and his dignity.
I nodded in understanding. The concept of honor in the pirate world is different from that of modern people. There are some roads that must be taken even if you know they are dangerous.
I’ll be ready, I’ll be on my feet, and if…if the situation changes, I’ll be the first to provide support.
Whitebeard smiled approvingly: This is what a family should do. Go and have a good rest.
The next morning, the system refreshed as expected:
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Door-Door Fruit (superhuman type), Sand-Sand Fruit (natural type), Turtle-Turtle Fruit (animal type)]When I saw the option of the Door-Door Fruit, my eyes lit up. Isn’t this exactly what I need? The ability to open a door anywhere to form a space channel is simply a strategic tool!
After making the selection, I immediately began to act secretly. First, I left space marks at key locations on the Moby Dick – the infirmary, the armory, the captain’s room… Then I asked Marco for leave to leave the ship for half a day in the name of testing new abilities.
Where are you going? Marco asked suspiciously.
On the nearby island, I demonstrated the ability of the Lower Door Door Fruit and can come back at any time.
After getting permission, I opened an air door in an empty space and stepped into the alien space. This was a pure white, infinitely extended space with countless doors floating in it. Based on the knowledge instilled by the system, I could locate the exit by imagining the destination.
Chapter 78, Sparkling Fruit, Rescue (Old Version)
Marinford, Admiralty Headquarters, below the execution platform. I chanted silently, and a door appeared in front of me.
I pushed open the door, and the damp and cold air hit me. I was in a dim basement, and I could vaguely hear footsteps and conversations coming from above my head. After confirming the location, I left a secret space mark here – this will be my raid point in the future war on the top.
Next, I left marks at other key locations in the Naval Headquarters: the port, the command room, the prison entrance… Each mark was hidden in a blind spot or an inconspicuous corner.
Mission accomplished, I returned to the Moby Dick with a sense of relief. Whether Ace returned safely or not, at least I was prepared for the worst.
Days passed in the waiting. I recorded the capabilities provided by the system every day, paying special attention to those options that might come in handy:
On the 23rd day, I obtained the Mirror Image Fruit, which allows me to create and control mirrors. I secretly placed small mirrors around the ship as surveillance points.
On the 27th day, I obtained the Communication Fruit, which allowed me to talk to people far away. I tried to contact Ace, but the signal was interfered by some force – most likely the ability of Blackbeard’s Dark-Dark Fruit.
On the 31st day, I obtained the Clairvoyance Fruit, which enabled me to observe from a distance. I finally found Ace’s whereabouts – he was fighting with Blackbeard on a deserted island.
Through the window formed by my ability, I saw Ace’s flames collide violently with Blackbeard’s darkness. The battle lasted for several hours, and finally, Blackbeard defeated Ace with some despicable means – perhaps a sneak attack by his companions.
No! I couldn’t help but yell, pounding my fists on the wall.
In the window, Blackbeard didn’t kill Ace, but put him in seastone handcuffs. This is worse than death – he plans to hand Ace over to the navy!
I immediately rushed to Whitebeard’s room, but was stopped by Marco halfway.
Li Yong? What’s wrong? He noticed my unusual expression.
Ace is defeated, I said hastily, Blackbeard is going to hand him over to the Navy! We must act!
Marco’s eyes narrowed: How do you know?
Today’s… ability, I show you the window of clairvoyance, look!
Marco saw the scene in the window and his face turned pale. We rushed to Whitebeard’s room together.
After listening to the report, Whitebeard’s expression was as solemn as steel. He stood up, his tall figure casting a shadow in the cabin: Calling all captains and squadrons. We are about to go to war.
In the next 48 hours, the Moby Dick became a busy war machine. All units on missions were recalled, weapons and supplies were loaded onto the ship, and intelligence officers were sent to various places to gather information.
I take advantage of the changing capabilities of each day to prepare as much as possible:
On the 32nd day, I obtained the Copy Fruit, which can copy inanimate objects. I copied a large number of seastone weapons and medical supplies.
On the 33rd day, I obtained the Strengthening Fruit, which can temporarily enhance the abilities of objects or people. I strengthened the key parts of the hull.
On the morning of the thirty-fourth day, the bad news finally came – Ace would be publicly executed in Marinford. The navy assembled all its forces, including the three admirals and the seven warlords, to prepare for the battle against the Whitebeard Pirates.
Whitebeard summoned all the crew members to the deck. In the sunlight, his tall figure stood at the bow, with Kusakumokiri beside him.
My family! His voice rolled across the deck like thunder. The Navy captured our Ace and wanted to kill him as an example to others! But they forgot what the price of provoking the Whitebeard Pirates was!
War! ! The crew roared in unison, the sound almost overturning the sky.
Li Yong, Whitebeard turned to me, your ability is the most special, any suggestions?
I took a deep breath and walked in front of everyone: I have studied the layout of Marinford. The navy must have deployed heavy troops at the main gate, and we can use my ability to launch a surprise attack from an unconventional route.
I showed the spatial markings I had made previously with the Gate-Gate Fruit, especially the one below the execution platform.
I can take an elite team to directly raid the execution platform, I pointed to the nautical chart and said, at the same time, the main fleet will attack from the front to distract the navy.
Marco added: Li Yong’s ability changes every day, and we need to adjust our tactics based on that day’s ability.
Whitebeard nodded: “Good plan. But we can’t just rely on Li Yong’s ability, we must be prepared for conventional battles. Summon all affiliated pirate groups and attack with all our forces!”
After the meeting, the crew became even busier preparing. I noticed Whitebeard standing alone at the stern, staring at the sea in a trance. I walked over and stood beside him.
Worried about Ace? I asked softly.
Whitebeard did not answer immediately. After a long while, he sighed: I thought there would be no more public executions in this era… The Navy is trying to provoke a full-scale war.
They underestimate the bond of family.
Whitebeard looked down at me: Li Yong, what will be your ability tomorrow?
Not sure yet, but the system usually provides the right options in a critical situation. I hope I sound more confident than I actually am.
Whitebeard put his big hand on my shoulder: No matter how capable you are, remember – don’t try to be a hero. We go together and we return together.
I nodded solemnly, but I had already made up my mind – even if it cost me my life, I would change the fate of Ace and Whitebeard.
That night, I tossed and turned. Tomorrow was the Battle of Marineford, and I didn’t even know what abilities I would gain. Would the system provide the right options? Would my plan succeed? Would Ace survive?
All kinds of thoughts were swirling in my mind like a storm. It was not until before dawn that I managed to fall asleep.
When the first ray of sunlight shone into the porthole, the system prompt sounded as expected:
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Sparkle-Spark Fruit (Natural), Soul-Soul Fruit (Superhuman), Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Superhuman)]I sat up suddenly, my heart pounding. The Shining Fruit! Kizaru’s ability! This is exactly the surprise attack ability I need! With the speed of light, I can reach the execution platform in an instant!
But at the same time, a bolder idea came to mind – if he chose the Tremor-Tremor Fruit and teamed up with Whitebeard to launch earthquakes and tsunamis, he could cause even greater chaos.
No, the Shiny Fruit is more suitable for rescue. I made my choice.
In an instant, the body turned into light.
Chapter 79, Daddy Together (Old Version)
The power of the Shining Fruit flowed through my body, and I felt as if I had turned into pure light. My body was almost weightless, and every cell was filled with amazing energy. With a slight movement, my entire body turned into a beam of light that refracted throughout the cabin.
This is incredible… I murmured as I looked at my translucent and glowing hands.
There were hurried steps and shouts on the deck. The day of battle had come.
When the door was opened, all members of the Whitebeard Pirates were already in combat mode. Dozens of ships from affiliated pirate groups gathered around the Moby Dick, forming a huge fleet. In the distance, the outline of Marinford was clearly visible.
Whitebeard stood at the bow, holding Kusukumokiri, his white coat fluttering in the sea breeze. He turned to face the fleet and said in a thunderous voice:
Today, we want to let the world know – what is the price of harming Whitebeard’s family!
Oh!!! The roar of thousands of pirates shook the earth.
Marco transformed into a phoenix and flew to my side: What is your skill today?
The Sparkle-Spark Fruit, I showed my glowing fingers, Kizaru’s ability.
Marco’s eyes lit up: Perfect! Going according to plan?
I nodded: I will attack the execution platform first, and you guys attack from the front to distract attention.
Whitebeard came over and put his big hand on my shoulder: “Be careful of the three admirals. They won’t let you get close to Ace easily.”
I will, Dad. I took a deep breath. Are you ready?
Whitebeard laughed: Gulala! I can start a fight anytime!
As the fleet approached Marinford Bay, the navy’s defensive formation was clearly visible – fifty warships were on standby in the harbor, Ace was kneeling on the execution platform, bound by seastone chains, and Marshal Sengoku stood beside him. The three admirals sat in the special seats in front of the execution platform, and the Seven Warlords of the Sea were deployed on both sides.
Everyone, get ready! Whitebeard raised his fist, and a white halo began to gather.
At this moment, my observation Haki suddenly felt a sharp pain – Sengoku on the execution platform was saying something to Den Den Mushi, and Ace’s expression became extremely shocked and painful.
Oh no! He is going to announce Ace’s background in advance!
Dad, I have to act now! I said urgently.
Whitebeard understood and punched the air hard: Sea shock!
The space shattered like glass, and a huge shock spread throughout the entire Marinford Bay. The sea surface was violently churning, and tsunamis hundreds of meters high rose from both sides and rushed towards the Navy Headquarters.
The moment chaos broke out, I turned into a beam of light and shot directly at the execution platform.
The feeling of moving at the speed of light is hard to describe – it’s neither running nor flying, but a state of transformation. One second he was still on the Moby Dick, and the next second he had crossed the entire bay and appeared directly above the execution platform.
Yasakani no Magatama! I imitated Kizaru’s signature move, and countless light bullets poured down, clearing out the guards around the execution platform.
Marshal Zhan Guo reacted very quickly and instantly transformed into a golden Buddha: Who is it? !
I didn’t answer, but fired a laser directly at Ace’s chain. However, the chain didn’t move at all – it was seastone!
Li Yong?! Ace looked up, his face full of disbelief.
I’m here to save you, brother! I reached out to grab him, but suddenly I felt a chill on my back.
Speed is weight. Have you ever been kicked at the speed of light?
Kizaru’s voice came from behind me. I barely transformed into an element to dodge his kick, but was still blown several meters away by the impact. Aokiji and Akainu had already stood on both sides of the execution platform without knowing when, and the three admirals surrounded me in a triangle.
Another user of the Pika Pika no Mi? How scary! Kizaru said with a crooked mouth, but his eyes were unusually sharp.
Akainu snorted coldly: No matter what ability it is, no one from the Whitebeard Pirates will survive today.
Aokiji put his hands in his pockets: Surrender, young man. You have nowhere to escape.
I glanced around – the execution platform was surrounded by the three admirals, below were tens of thousands of naval elites, and in the distance, the Whitebeard fleet was exchanging fire with naval warships. The situation was worse than expected.
Li Yong, go! Ace yelled, this is a trap!
I knew it was a trap and I grinned at him, but we in the family are pretty stubborn, aren’t we?
Marshal Zhan Guo sneered: “Foolish. The three generals are here, do you think you can save Fire Fist Ace?”
I took a deep breath. The Pipi Pipi Fruit is powerful, but not enough to fight the three admirals at the same time. I need a stronger power.
System, can you change today’s capabilities?
[Warning: Changing will cause the current ability to disappear immediately, and the duration of the new ability will be halved][Replace? ]Without hesitation, I chose yes.
[Please reselect: Soul-Soul Fruit, Tremor-Tremor Fruit]Tremor-Tremor Fruit! I want the Tremor-Tremor Fruit!
[Select to confirm, capability switching…]The power of the Flash Fruit receded like a tide, and in its place, a new, violent force surged into my limbs. I felt as if I could tear the sky apart with my bare hands and crush the earth. A white halo began to appear around my hands, and the air made a cracking sound under the weight.
The three generals immediately noticed the change: What is this…?!
Dad! I shouted to Whitebeard in the distance, Let’s go!
Whitebeard immediately understood and raised the Kurogiri with a big laugh: Gulala! Good boy!
We punched the air at the same time.
Shock! Heaven and earth collapse!
The power of the two Tremor-Tremor Fruits met in the air, producing an unprecedented resonance effect. Space shattered like glass, and the shock wave spread exponentially. The entire Marinford shook violently, buildings collapsed in pieces, and the warships in the bay were thrown up and smashed like toys. A tsunami even bigger than before rose from all directions, and even the sky seemed to be torn apart.
Chapter 80, Every Second is Worth It (Old Version)
The three admirals had to be distracted to deal with this sudden disaster – Aokiji jumped up to create a freezing tsunami, Kizaru used the Yasakami Mirror to refract and evacuate civilians, and Akainu tried to use the magma fist to offset part of the shock wave.
The execution platform began to collapse under this force. I took the opportunity to rush to Ace and smashed the wooden board under his feet with one punch. We fell together, and I grabbed his shoulders in mid-air: Hold on, I’ll get you out right away!
Li Yong, your hand…! Ace looked at my arm in shock.
The reaction force of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit is tearing my muscles, and bloodstains are already appearing on my skin. Without a strong physique like Whitebeard, forcibly using this ability is equivalent to self-mutilation.
It’s just a minor injury! I gritted my teeth and endured the severe pain, preparing to evacuate with Ace.
Suddenly, a giant fist of molten lava comes from the side: Big Fire Breath!
Akainu! I hastily used my shockwave ability to block it, and the shockwave collided with the magma to produce a violent explosion. The air wave separated Ace and I, he fell on the broken remains of the execution platform, and I crashed into a half-collapsed building.
I struggled to climb out of the gravel. The power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit was too violent, and my arms were bloody after just a few uses. But there was no time to worry about it – I saw Akainu walking towards Ace who was unable to move!
Stop! I rushed over with my injured body, but the distance was too far.
At the critical moment, a flaming figure dropped from the sky and kicked Akainu hard in the face: Fire Fist!
It’s Ace! His chains were untied at some point!
Ace! How did you——I looked towards the ruins of the execution platform in surprise, and a figure in clown costume flashed by——Bucky? He actually saved Ace by accident!
Li Yong! Thank you for saving me! Ace was covered in wounds but had a bright smile. Now, let’s fight together!
Akainu stood up from the lava, his face gloomy: “You two little bugs. You will all die here today.”
In the distance, Whitebeard saw Ace being rescued and cheered loudly: Gulala! Well done, sons! Everyone retreat!
But the navy obviously won’t let us go easily. Marshal Zhan Guo regained his human form and ordered all exits to be closed: No one should be left alive!
The battle became fierce. Ace and I fought against Akainu back to back, with flames and shock waves interweaving. But my injuries were getting worse and worse, and the backlash of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit almost broke my arms.
Li Yong, you retreat first! Ace stood in front of me.
No! Dad, he——I turned my head to look in the direction of Whitebeard, and my heart almost stopped beating.
Whitebeard knelt on one knee, his chest pierced by Akainu’s lava fist, and Kusukimi-ki was stuck beside him. Dozens of navy generals were lying around him, but he himself was also covered in wounds. To make matters worse, Blackbeard and his gang suddenly appeared on the battlefield and were approaching Whitebeard!
Daddy! Ace and I yelled at the same time.
Akainu took the opportunity to launch an attack: Dark Dog!
Ace tried to block it hastily, but was hit on the shoulder by the lava fist, and cried out in pain. I used up my last bit of strength to launch a shock wave, temporarily repelling Akainu.
Ace, go help Dad! I pushed him, I’ll hold Akainu back!
But you—
Go! Dad is more important!
Ace hesitated for a moment, gritted his teeth and nodded: “Hold on!” Then he turned into flames and flew towards Whitebeard.
I faced Akainu alone, barely able to lift my arms. The Tremor-Tremor Fruit had reached its limit, and less than an hour had passed—the cost of halving the duration of the ability was too heavy.
Stupid kid, Akainu is getting closer and closer. Is it worth dying for a group of pirates?
You don’t understand…what family is…I gasped and thought about what to do.
System, can the ability be changed again?
[Current ability duration remaining 28 minutes][Replacing will cause the ability to disappear immediately, and the new ability will only last for 14 minutes][Optional abilities: Soul Soul Fruit, Healing Fruit]Healing Fruit! Even though it only lasts 14 minutes, it’s enough to save Whitebeard!
【Switch confirmation】
The power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit disappeared, replaced by a warm healing energy flowing through my body. I immediately directed most of the energy to my arms, barely stopping the bleeding and restoring some of their functions.
Akainu noticed the change and stopped with a frown: Another ability? What kind of monster are you?
Whitebeard’s son! I leaped back and shouted in the direction of Whitebeard: Marco! Cover me!
Phoenix Marco immediately swooped down, and the blue-green flames forced Akainu back: Go! Daddy is in bad condition!
I rushed to Whitebeard’s location without looking back. The battlefield was in chaos, with the navy and pirates fighting each other. Blackbeard’s gang had already engaged Whitebeard, and Ace was fighting Blackbeard himself.
Whitebeard was leaning against a huge rock, the huge hole in his chest was shocking, and the blood almost dyed half of his body red. But he still held Kusakumo Kirei tightly, and every swing was with destructive force.
Dad! I knelt beside him and immediately activated the power of the healing fruit.
Green light poured out from his palm, covering the terrible wound. Whitebeard looked down at me, breathing heavily: Boy… you should… evacuate first
Shut up, old man. I’m gritting my teeth and doing my best to treat you. We agreed to go back together.
The energy of the healing fruit was consumed quickly, and my physical strength was lost at an alarming rate. However, Whitebeard’s wound began to heal slowly, at least the heavy bleeding had stopped, and he was temporarily out of danger.
Teach…Whitebeard looked at Blackbeard who was fighting with Ace, the traitor…
We’ll take care of him, I helped Whitebeard to his feet, but we have to retreat now. There are too many marines.
Whitebeard nodded and raised Kusakumo Kirei: Everyone! Gather to the Moby Dick!
Following Whitebeard’s order, the pirates began to retreat in an orderly manner. I looked over to Ace – he and Blackbeard were in a stalemate in their battle, and both were covered in wounds.
Li Yong! Help Ace! Whitebeard pushed me, I’ll cover the retreat!
I rushed towards the battle circle between Ace and Blackbeard. When Blackbeard saw me, greed flashed in his eyes: Thief, hahaha! Another person with special abilities! Join me, kid! I can make your abilities permanent!
Dream on! Ace and I attacked at the same time, and the flames and healing green light intertwined.
Although the main function of the healing fruit is healing, it can also strengthen living tissue to a certain extent. I injected all the remaining energy into Ace’s body, causing his flames to surge instantly.
Entei Great Flame Ring! Ace released an unprecedentedly large fireball, sending Blackbeard flying dozens of meters.
Retreat! Ace! I grabbed his arm.
At this moment, Akainu broke through the defense line and attacked again: Don’t even think about escaping!
At the critical moment, a red figure flashed by and blocked our way: Hell Dog? How despicable! Using this trick on a child?
Red-haired Shanks! His Griffin sword firmly blocked Akainu’s fist.
Red Hair! Akainu gnashed his teeth, you want to interfere in the affairs of the navy?
This war is enough. Shanks looked around. Both sides have paid enough. Stop it.
Warring States voice came from a distance: Navy, cease fire!
With the intervention of the Red Hair Pirates, the battle gradually subsided. We took the opportunity to withdraw to the Moby Dick, and the wounded were quickly sent to the infirmary. Although Whitebeard’s injuries were stable, he still needed a long period of rest. Ace was covered in wounds but in high spirits, and kept thanking everyone.
I leaned against the side of the boat, the pain in my arms and the exhaustion made me almost unable to stand. Marco came over and handed me a bottle of rum: Drink some, you need to replenish your energy.
Thank you. I took the bottle and took a big gulp. How much did we lose?
Better than expected, Marco looked at the pirates who were boarding the ship, thanks to your and Red Hair’s intervention. Ace is alive, and Dad is alive too… This is the best possible outcome.
I nodded and glanced across the deck – Whitebeard was sitting in the middle receiving treatment, Ace was saying something beside him, making his old man laugh; the other crew members were either bandaging their wounds or counting the number of people; in the distance, the Red Hair Pirates’ ship was leaving, and Shanks was standing at the bow waving goodbye towards us.
Yes, this is the best possible outcome. The war did not end in tragedy. Ace is alive, and so is Whitebeard. Although it came at a price, the core of the Whitebeard Pirates was saved.
Li Yong! Ace ran over and put his arm around my shoulders. Dad said he wanted to have a party to celebrate!
I grimaced in pain: Be gentle! I’m a wounded soldier!
Hahaha! Come on, weren’t you fierce in the fight just now? Ace laughed and dragged me towards the banquet area.
Whitebeard saw us and raised his huge wine jug: Today, we proved what the bond of family is! Cheers to Ace’s return and Li Yong’s courage!
Cheers! ! All the pirates cheered in unison.
Amid the cheers, I quietly checked the system interface:
[Today’s ability remaining time: 4 minutes]Worth it. Worth every second.
Chapter 81, The Future is Unpredictable (Old Version)
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Operation Fruit (parahuman type), Meat Ball Fruit (parahuman type), Bird-Bird Fruit·Eagle Form (animal type)]The morning sun shone through the porthole onto my hammock, and the system prompt sounded as usual. I rubbed my sore eyes and chose the surgery fruit without hesitation.
It was the seventh day after the end of the war. Although Whitebeard survived, his injuries were far more serious than expected. Akainu’s blow almost burned half of his lungs, and coupled with years of accumulated old injuries and diseases, the strongest man in the world was now so weak that he needed help to stand up.
I tiptoed to Whitebeard’s private cabin. Marco was already there, changing the bandages for his father. I heard their conversation through the crack in the door.
…The situation is not good, Marco’s voice was low, conventional treatment is no longer effective. Unless there is a more powerful healing power
Gulala, Whitebeard’s laughter was still loud, but mixed with coughs. Don’t look like that, Marco. I should have died a long time ago. I’m lucky to be alive now.
I pushed the door open: Good morning. How are you today, Dad?
Whitebeard turned to me, his face pale but his eyes still sharp: Ah, Li Yong. Better than yesterday.
He’s lying. My Observation Haki allowed me to clearly sense that his life force was weaker than yesterday. I looked at Marco, and he shook his head imperceptibly.
It just so happens that I have the ability of the surgery fruit today. I forced myself to show the light blue halo on my palm and then do a comprehensive treatment.
Marco frowned: “You used the healing fruit yesterday, your strength hasn’t recovered yet, right? Frequent use of advanced medical abilities puts a heavy burden on the body.”
I’m fine, I walked to Whitebeard’s bedside, Dad has saved us so many times, it’s my turn to repay him.
Whitebeard looked at me, his eyes seemed to be able to see through the soul: Boy, you have been choosing healing abilities recently, right?
I froze. How could he know?
Don’t look at me like that, Whitebeard chuckled, I may be old, but my observation skills are still there. You obviously have so many combat abilities to choose from, but you happened to get the medical type for several consecutive days? What a coincidence.
I couldn’t answer, so I could only acquiesce. Indeed, since the end of the war, I have prioritized healing abilities every day – surgery fruit, healing fruit, hormone fruit… I even once chose the animal-type deer form just because I could use healing touch.
Let’s start, I’ll change the subject and activate the ROOM space of the surgery fruit to cover Whitebeard. It might be a little painful.
For the next two hours, I concentrated on manipulating my abilities, removing dead tissue, repairing damaged organs, and unblocking blocked blood vessels. The Operation Fruit was indeed the ultimate medical ability worth more than 5 billion Baileys, and Whitebeard’s internal organs were recovering at a speed visible to the naked eye.
But the price was that my strength was rapidly draining away. Sweat soaked my shirt and my vision went dark. When the last bit of wound healed, my legs went weak and I almost fell down.
Li Yong! Marco held me and said, “That’s enough. You’ve reached your limit.”
Whitebeard sat up and stretched his muscles: “I feel much better indeed. Thank you, kid.”
You’re welcome, Dad, I forced a smile, tomorrow will be better.
You should choose a combat ability tomorrow, Whitebeard said seriously, the New World will not calm down just because we have just fought a war.
I nodded, but I had already made up my mind – I would still choose the healing ability tomorrow until Whitebeard fully recovers.
After I left the cabin, Marco stopped me and said, “We need to talk. Your abilities… aren’t random, are they?”
My heart skipped a beat. Marco was so perceptive.
I noticed a pattern, he pushed his glasses, and since the war at the top, your ability every day happens to be used for medical treatment. In terms of probability, this is almost impossible.
Facing his scrutinizing gaze, I sighed: Everyone has secrets, Marco.
I won’t ask about your secrets, Marco said in a softer tone, but frequent use of advanced medical abilities will shorten your lifespan, especially the surgery fruit. You know the legend of the surgery that makes you immortal, right?
I nodded. In the original work, Luo’s teacher died because of using that forbidden technique.
Don’t do anything stupid, Marco patted my shoulder, Dad wouldn’t want to exchange your life for his.
I forced a smile and didn’t promise anything.
On the deck, Ace and several crew members were repairing the damage left by the war. Seeing me, he waved excitedly: Li Yong! Come and see what we caught!
When we got closer, we found that they were surrounding a huge sea monster, as big as a small whale.
Extra food tonight! Ace grinned with his signature toothless smile, I cooked for you myself!
Seeing his energetic appearance, I felt a warm feeling in my chest. I almost never see this smile again.
OK, but don’t blow up the kitchen like last time, I teased, as Joz complained about his diamond coating being blackened.
Ace laughed and hooked his arm around my neck: Come on, help me deal with this guy. Your ability can come in handy.
I let him drag me towards the sea king, thinking about Marco’s words. Yes, overusing one’s abilities is risky. But if it means Ace’s smile and Whitebeard’s life, what is this price worth?
In the evening, the banquet was held as scheduled. Despite the battle, the Whitebeard Pirates still maintained high morale. Ace did cook for them himself – although half of the food was burnt, no one minded. After three rounds of drinks, the atmosphere became more and more lively.
I sat in the corner, sipping my juice. My body was extremely exhausted from continuously using my advanced abilities, and alcohol only made it worse.
Why are you hiding here alone? Ace sat down next to me, smelling of alcohol and barbecue. Everyone is looking for you.
I’m a little tired, I smiled and said, “Go and have fun.”
Ace didn’t leave, but moved closer: Li Yong, I’ve always wanted to ask you… before the war on the top, how did you know that the navy would set a trap? And why were you so opposed to me going after Teach? It’s as if… you already knew what would happen.
My heart rate quickened. He noticed.
I tried to evade it based on my intuition. I always had a bad feeling about Teach.
No, not only that, Ace’s eyes were unusually clear, even though he had drunk no less than ten glasses of wine. You knew much more than you said. Why?
I was silent for a long time. Maybe the alcohol gave me courage, or maybe it was the secrets that had been suppressed for too long that needed to be revealed. I lowered my voice: If I said… I knew everything that would have happened, including the outcome of the war at the top, would you believe it?
Ace’s expression turned serious: What do you mean?
In my prediction, you failed to capture Blackbeard and were captured. The Navy publicly executed you to lure Dad to fight. In the Battle of Marineford… you died, and Dad died too. My voice trembled. Akainu’s fist pierced your chest when you were protecting Luffy.
Ace’s face turned pale in an instant. The wine glass in his hand fell to the ground with a crisp sound.
You… you’re kidding, right? His voice was so dry it didn’t sound like his own.
I wish I had looked him in the eye, but that’s what would have happened. And I… I come from another world, a world where your story is told as a comic book. I’m here to change that ending.
Ace stood up suddenly, and the chair fell to the ground with a loud noise. Several crew members looked over curiously, and he forced a smile to indicate that he was fine, then he pulled me by the arm and pulled me to a deserted place.
Are you serious? His voice was very low, with a mixture of shock, suspicion and a hint of fear in his eyes. Are you not talking drunkenly?
I wasn’t drinking at all. I smiled bitterly. Listen, Ace, I know this is hard to accept. You can think I’m crazy, but remember one thing – I will never hurt this family. Everything I have done since I came here has been to protect you.
Ace was silent for a long moment, staring at his hands as if he was seeing them for the first time.
So… I was going to die? He finally spoke, his voice unusually calm, and so was Dad?
I nodded, feeling as if a huge rock was pressing on my chest.
What about Luffy? Did he…see it?
He almost collapsed.
Ace took a deep breath and suddenly punched the wall, flames bursting out of his fist uncontrollably: Damn it!
I waited for him to calm down before continuing: Now you understand why I am so against you hunting down Blackbeard alone?
But why didn’t you just tell me? If I knew–
Would you believe it? I asked back. We had only known each other for less than a month before that. Would you believe a stranger’s prediction about your own death?
Ace was silent. He knew I was right.
Who else knows? he asked finally.
No one. Well, Marco might have suspected something, but he didn’t know what.
Ace suddenly grabbed my shoulders: “Where’s Dad? Does he know that you… are from another world?”
I don’t know. I just told him I had a bad feeling about Teach.
You should tell him, Ace said seriously, Dad has the right to know who is saving his life.
I shook my head: This is not a good idea. The stability of the Whitebeard Pirates is based on trust in Dad. If he knows that he should be dead, and every day he lives now is borrowed time… This will affect every decision he makes.
Ace thought for a moment and reluctantly accepted what I said: What about now? Has the future changed?
In a way, yes. You survived, and so did Dad. But Blackbeard is still alive, and the Navy will not let this go… The future is unpredictable.
We stood in silence in the moonlight, each lost in thought. The sounds of a banquet came from afar, joyous and noisy, in stark contrast to our heaviness.
Li Yong, Ace finally broke the silence, no matter what…thank you for saving me. For saving my dad.
Chapter 82, Tomorrow is another gamble (old version)
My throat tightened: You’re welcome. Family members should protect each other.
Ace gave me a tight hug, the fire was warm but not scorching: Yes, family.
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Healing Fruit (parahuman type), Shadow-Shadow Fruit (parahuman type), Snake-Snake Fruit·King Cobra Form (animal type)]I chose the healing fruit without hesitation. Although Whitebeard’s condition is stable, he still needs continued treatment.
But just as I was about to give Whitebeard a routine check, a shrill alarm sounded throughout the ship.
Enemy Attack! Blackbeard Pirates!
I rushed to the deck, and the sight before me almost froze my blood—five ships flying the Blackbeard flag emerged from the thick fog, forming an encirclement. On the leading ship, the fat figure of Marshall D. Teach was clearly visible, and he opened his toothless mouth and laughed: Thief Hahaha! Long time no see, the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates!
Everyone, prepare for battle! Marco transforms into a phoenix and flies into the air to protect his father!
I quickly assessed the situation – Whitebeard was still unable to fight at full strength, most of the crew were still injured, and my ability today was the Healing Fruit, which left me with almost no fighting power. The situation was dire.
Blackbeard’s ship was getting closer and closer, and I could clearly see the dangerous members of his ship – Shiryu, Badgers, Van Oka… all powerful criminals.
Li Yong! Ace ran to my side, his hands ignited with flames, what ability do you have today?
Healing Fruit, I smiled bitterly, this is the ability that should not appear today.
Ace’s face darkened, but he quickly cheered up: It’s okay, I’ll deal with Teach! You protect the wounded and Dad!
Before I could object, he turned into flames and rushed towards Blackbeard’s ship. I cursed and turned to run towards Whitebeard’s cabin.
Whitebeard has stood up, holding the Kusukimi-ki sword, ready to go into battle.
Dad! You can’t fight yet! I stopped him.
Get out of the way, boy, Whitebeard said in a low voice, Teach is coming for me.
There were already explosions and shouts outside. I could sense the fierce collision between Ace’s flames and Blackbeard’s darkness, but Ace’s condition was obviously not the best – the wounds left by the war at the top had not yet fully healed.
At least let me treat you first. I will activate the power of the healing fruit and improve your health as much as possible.
Green light enveloped Whitebeard, temporarily strengthening his body functions. But I knew it was only a temporary solution.
The sound of fighting was getting closer. Suddenly, the ship shook violently, and a sword energy swept across, almost cutting off the main mast of the Moby Dick – it was Shiliu!
“Marco! Joz! Stop them!” Whitebeard ordered, and then turned to me, Li Yong, and organized the evacuation of the wounded. Use your abilities.
but–
This is an order!
I gritted my teeth and nodded, rushing out of the battle-stricken deck and began searching for the wounded. Although the healing fruit is not suitable for combat, it is unparalleled in terms of rescue. I quickly shuttled across the battlefield, gathering the injured crew members to a safe area, and using my abilities to stabilize their injuries.
Captain Li Yong! Squad 3 needs support! A blood-covered crew member grabbed me.
I followed him to the stern and saw the members of the Third Division being suppressed by Badgers and Van Oka. Van Oka raised his beloved gun, Qianlu, and aimed at a fallen crew member.
Stop! I rushed forward and deployed a healing barrier – this was the defensive application of the healing fruit, which could temporarily absorb damage and convert it into healing energy.
The bullet hit the barrier, and the impact made me take a few steps back, but the barrier successfully blocked it.
Oh? Interesting ability, Van Oka pushed up his glasses, but how many bullets can you block?
He fired rapidly, forcing me to deploy a barrier defense. Every time I took a bullet, my stamina was depleted. I couldn’t hold out for long.
Just when I was about to run out of strength, a blue flame descended from the sky and forced Van Oka back: Undead Thistle!
Marco is here! He stands in front of me: Take the wounded away! Leave this to me!
I nodded and quickly organized the crew members who were still able to move to transfer the seriously injured to the lifeboat. During the whole process, my heart was hanging in the air – where is Ace? Is he safe?
Suddenly, a deafening roar came from the direction of Blackbeard’s main ship, followed by a burst of flames and dark energy. The battle between Ace and Blackbeard entered a white-hot stage.
Ace… I clenched my fists, hating myself for being so incompetent today. If I had the ability to fight, I would go and help him…
Li Yong! Over here! Joz shouted from a distance. He was protecting a group of young crew members, and Xiliu’s sword energy was getting closer and closer.
I rushed over and deployed the healing barrier again. Shiryu’s sword energy collided with the barrier, causing my mouth and nose to bleed. But the barrier successfully protected Joz and the children.
The battle lasted for a full hour. Just when we were about to collapse, the Blackbeard Pirates suddenly began to retreat.
Hahaha! That’s all for today! Blackbeard’s loud laughter came, telling Whitebeard that I’ll put his head on his neck first!
They came suddenly and left suddenly. Later, it was learned that a naval fleet appeared in the nearby waters, and Blackbeard withdrew because he did not want to face two forces at the same time.
After the battle, we counted seven of our crew members and more than 20 were seriously injured. Although Ace defeated Blackbeard, he also paid a heavy price – his left arm was corroded by dark energy and he was temporarily unable to use his fire ability.
I used up the last of my healing energy to heal him, then collapsed on the deck, exhausted.
Li Yong…Ace is squatting next to me, are you okay?
I should be the one asking you, I smiled weakly, I almost lost you again today.
Whitebeard came over and looked down at our two wounded men: Well done, sons.
His eyes finally fell on me: Li Yong, you saved many people.
It’s not enough, I shook my head, if I had better abilities…
Don’t be too hard on yourself, Whitebeard softened his tone rarely, no one can bear everything alone.
He looked around at the tired but resolute crew members and suddenly raised his voice: Everyone listen! From today on, Marco and Li Yong will jointly act as captain until I fully recover!
The deck was quiet for a moment, then a discussion broke out. I looked up in shock: Dad? I don’t–
This is an order, Whitebeard said without question, Marco has experience, you have special abilities and strategic vision. You complement each other’s strengths.
I saw some discontented expressions on the faces of some captains, especially some of the more senior ones. It’s no wonder – I’ve only joined for a few months and I’m already the acting captain?
Marco came over and extended his hand to me: Nice work with you, partner.
I hesitated for a moment and held his hand: …It’s a pleasure to work with you.
But the doubts deep in my heart lingered – am I really capable of this? How can I lead the entire Whitebeard Pirates when my abilities change randomly every day? More importantly…can Whitebeard’s physical condition really wait until the day he fully recovers?
In the dead of night, I stood alone at the stern, looking at the dark sea. The system prompts that today’s ability will soon expire:
[Remaining time of healing fruit ability: 3 minutes]I held the railing tightly. Tomorrow, it would be another gamble. The stakes were the future of the entire Whitebeard Pirates.
In Chapter 83, Whitebeard, Blackbeard (Old Version)
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Soul Soul Fruit (superhuman type), Sand Sand Fruit (natural type), Elephant Elephant Fruit – Mammoth Form (animal type)]I stared at the system interface, my fingers hovering in the air. The Soul-Soul Fruit – Charlotte Linlin’s ability, can give life to objects. Considering the crisis facing the Whitebeard Pirates, this may be the best choice.
Soul-Soul Fruit. I silently chanted in my heart.
A strange force surged into my body, as if countless tiny lives were swimming in my blood vessels. I reached out and touched the wooden table beside me: Wake up.
The wooden table trembled a few times, and then it grew facial features and limbs, turning into a short Homie. “Master!” it screamed, with a sound like scratching glass.
Quiet, I whispered, stay here and don’t move.
Today is the third day since Whitebeard announced that Marco and I would jointly serve as the captain, and it is also the first day that internal conflicts broke out. When I walked out of the cabin, the tense atmosphere on the deck immediately hit me.
Why let a kid with unknown origins be the acting captain? Captain Thatch of the Fourth Division – the man who should have died in the war at the top – loudly questioned Marco. He had only joined for a few months!
This is an order from his father. Marco spoke calmly, but the veins on his temples revealed his stress. Li Yong’s performance in the Battle of Marineford was obvious to all.
So what? An old crew member of the 16th Squadron interrupted, his ability is not stable at all! Who knows what he can do today? Maybe he can’t even beat a seagull!
I took a deep breath and walked towards the crowd. The chatter stopped abruptly when I appeared, and dozens of eyes – some suspicious, some hostile, and some supportive – were all directed at me.
Everyone, I forced myself to keep my voice steady. I understand your doubts. Indeed, I have only been in the team for a short time and my abilities are not stable. But Daddy’s orders are not without reason – we need Captain Marco’s experience and connections, and we also need new ideas to deal with new threats.
Everyone can say nice things, Thatch sneered, but what can you do for us? What are your abilities today? Can you protect the entire pirate group?
I was about to answer when a sudden alarm came from the observation tower: Enemy attack! The Blackbeard Pirates are attacking again! Five ships in the northeast!
The deck was in chaos. Marco immediately transformed into a phoenix and flew high into the sky to conduct reconnaissance, while the other captains organized the crew to prepare for battle.
Everyone, take your positions! Marco flies back, looking serious. It’s not just Blackbeard… He has joined forces with several other supernova pirate groups, and their total strength is three times ours!
My heart tightened. In our current state—Whitebeard was unable to fight, and most of the crew were injured—we simply couldn’t withstand such an attack.
Let’s retreat, Joz suggested, fighting head-on is not the solution.
No, Marco shook his head, their ship is too fast, we can’t get rid of it.
Everyone turned their eyes to me, including Sachi who had just questioned me. Now, they needed a miracle, and my system was their only hope.
Today’s ability… I raised my hand and showed the Homies created by the Soul Soul Fruit, it’s the Soul Soul Fruit.
Marco’s eyes lit up: Charlotte Lingling’s ability? How many Homies can you create?
Theoretically it’s unlimited, but it will consume my life. I looked around. Give me ten minutes. I need as many items as possible – weapons, ship parts, anything that can be used for fighting!
The crew moved quickly, bringing various items and piling them on the deck. I touched them one by one, giving them life:
Wake up! Fight! Protect this ship!
Swords and shields became armed homies, ropes became flexible snake-like creatures, and even sails became giant flying creatures. In just a few minutes, I created a small homie army.
This is amazing…Ace’s eyes widened.
Don’t be happy too soon. I wiped the sweat from my forehead and felt that my life was slowly slipping away. These were just miscellaneous soldiers and could not stop Blackbeard himself.
Marco patted me on the shoulder: You’ve helped a lot. Leave the rest to us.
Blackbeard’s fleet was already clearly visible. On the front ship, Teach’s fat figure was particularly eye-catching. He opened his arms and laughed: Hahahaha! The remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates, today is your doom!
There were a few unfamiliar faces standing next to him – they were probably the supernova captains he had teamed up with. To make matters worse, I also saw a few former Shichibukai members.
Get ready for battle! Marco shouted.
The battle was about to begin. Just as the two fleets were about to clash, an unexpected voice came from the side:
Rubber rubber – bazooka!
A figure shot out from the sea like a cannonball and directly knocked over one of Blackbeard’s affiliated ships. I stared in disbelief – Straw Hat? Luffy?!
Straw Hat Boy?! Blackbeard was also shocked, why are you here?
Luffy stood on the wreckage of his ship’s bow and pressed down his straw hat: I heard that you were going to bully Ace and Li Yong, so I came here specially to beat you up!
As he spoke, the Sunny jumped out of the sea, and all the Straw Hat Pirates were present. Zoro’s three swords were unsheathed, Sanji’s feet were on fire, and Franky struck his signature pose: SUPER – on stage!
I looked at Ace, and he was also shocked: I didn’t contact Luffy
Regardless, we arrived just in time! Marco smiled for the first time since the war began.
The battle broke out instantly. With the joining of the Straw Hat Pirates, the situation immediately changed. Zoro faced Shiryu, Sanji fought with Bugles, and Luffy went straight to Blackbeard.
Ace! Li Yong! Luffy shouted as he charged, “Let’s go together!”
Ace and I looked at each other and rushed out at the same time. Ace’s flames and Luffy’s rubber fists worked in perfect harmony, while I directed the Homies to contain the other enemies.
Thief hahaha! Three little devils want to defeat me? Blackbeard opened his arms, and darkness surged out like a tide, let you see the true power of the Dark-Dark Fruit!
The darkness swallowed up the surrounding light, and a strong suction force began to pull our bodies. The nemesis of the ability users – this is the horror of the Dark Dark Fruit.
Watch out! Don’t get sucked in! I yelled, and ordered the Homies to attack from a distance.
Luffy has entered the fourth gear jumping man form, moving flexibly in the air; Ace uses fire propulsion to change direction; and me – as a non-power user (at least not today), the Dark-Dark Fruit has the least effect on me.
Li Yong! Luffy suddenly shouted at me, I heard from Ace that you are also a person who protects your friends! Let’s beat him together!
My heart warmed up. This is Luffy’s charm – he doesn’t care about his origins or strength, he only cares about protecting his friends.
Good! I responded, and at the same time commanded the Homies to form a human wall to block the interference of other enemies and focus on attacking Blackbeard!
The three of us attacked from different angles. Luffy’s Ape King Spear, Ace’s Entei, and my Homies suicide charge… but Blackbeard’s Dark Barrier absorbed most of the damage.
It’s useless! Blackbeard grinned. In the face of darkness, all abilities are in vain!
Just when the battle was at a stalemate, a loud voice suddenly resounded across the battlefield:
Teach——!
Everyone stopped moving involuntarily. The voice was like thunder, carrying unparalleled majesty and anger. I turned my head and my heart almost stopped beating –
Whitebeard stood at the bow of the Moby Dick, with Kusugawa in hand and his white coat fluttering in the sea breeze. His face was still pale, but his eyes were as sharp as a knife.
Old… Dad? The smile on Blackbeard’s face froze. Impossible… You should have already…
Are you disappointed that I’m still alive, traitor? Whitebeard raised the Kusunokiri, and a white halo began to gather on the blade. I will personally put an end to you!
He swung his sword and the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit tore through space, shattering the sea surface like glass. A huge shock wave headed straight for Blackbeard, shattering ships and causing huge waves wherever it passed.
Blackbeard hastily opened the dark barrier to resist, but was still blown away dozens of meters by the aftermath, spitting blood. Damn… How can the old man still have such power!
Whitebeard did not stop, he jumped off the Moby Dick and rushed towards Blackbeard on the sea surface. Every step caused a small sea quake, as if Poseidon, the god of the sea, was personally going to the battle.
Dad! Don’t force it! Marco shouted anxiously, but Whitebeard turned a deaf ear to him.
I understand what he is thinking – this is a clean-up, the captain’s punishment on traitors, and no one else is allowed to interfere.
Everyone, cover Daddy! I shouted, stop the other enemies!
The battle was getting intense. Whitebeard was fighting Blackbeard, and we were fighting Blackbeard’s allies. Luffy and Ace were like two flames, shuttling across the battlefield, invincible; Marco and Joz blocked the enemy who tried to sneak attack Whitebeard; my Homies Corps formed a mobile fortress to protect our wounded.
Each of Whitebeard’s attacks was devastating, but Blackbeard’s Dark-Dark Fruit was also constantly absorbing the impact. This was a war of attrition, and Whitebeard’s physical condition obviously couldn’t hold out for long.
We have to help, I told Luffy and Ace, but normal attacks have no effect on him.
I have a way, Luffy grinned, Ace, do you remember the trick we used when we were kids?
Ace’s eyes lit up: Of course!
They looked at me at the same time: Li Yong, can you make a super-sized Homies?
I instantly understood what they were thinking: Give me a minute!
I found a huge piece of shipwreck and poured most of my remaining life into it: Wake up! Become a giant!
The wreckage twisted and deformed, turning into a giant Homies that was thirty meters tall, resembling a giant in appearance.
Great! Luffy cheers, Ace, get ready!
Ace jumped onto the shoulder of the giant Homies and condensed a huge fireball with his hands; Luffy entered the fourth gear snake man form, and charged his rubber arms to the extreme; I commanded the giant Homies to rush towards Blackbeard.
Teach! Whitebeard saw our actions and stepped up his offensive, forcing Blackbeard into a dead end.
Now! I yelled.
Yan Di Fire Fist!
King Cobra Bazooka!
Ace’s flames and Luffy’s fists hit the giant Homies at the same time, and I ordered it to explode the moment it touched Blackbeard. The triple attack combined to create a huge explosion that shook the world.
After the smoke from the explosion cleared, Blackbeard was kneeling on a piece of driftwood, covered in blood, and the dark barrier had been completely shattered.
Impossible…How could I…He muttered to himself, his eyes full of unwillingness.
Whitebeard walked up to him and held the sword high: Farewell, Teach.
The knife flashed, and Blackbeard’s head flew up and fell into the sea. This traitor who had caused so many storms finally met his end.
With Blackbeard dead, his allies fled. The battle is over, and we have won.
But the joy of victory was soon replaced by worry – Whitebeard stood there motionless, then slowly knelt down, and Kusunokiri slipped from his hand.
Daddy! We rushed to him.
Whitebeard’s breathing was weak, and his skin was an unhealthy gray. Forcing himself to go into battle had made his physical condition even worse, and now his life was like a candle in the wind.
Get back to the ship! Quick! Marco transformed into a phoenix, grabbed Whitebeard and flew towards the Moby Dick.
I looked at the system interface:
[Remaining time of Soul-Soul Fruit: 42 minutes]If only I could switch to the Healing Fruit… but today’s options have run out. I can only hope for Marco’s Undying Flame and the medical equipment on board.
Back on the Moby Dick, Whitebeard was placed in his own cabin. Marco tried his best to treat him, but to little avail.
Marco’s internal organs were failing on a large scale and he shook his head tiredly. It was a miracle that he could hold on until now.
Ace knelt beside the bed and held Whitebeard’s hand tightly: Dad… don’t go…
Luffy stood aside, in a rare silence. The other captains and crew members crowded outside the door, and the atmosphere was so heavy that it could squeeze water out of it.
Whitebeard slowly opened his eyes, and his gaze swept across each of us, finally stopping at Ace’s face: Ace… my son… you are alive… it’s great…
Dad…Ace’s voice was choked with sobs.
Then Whitebeard looked at me: Li Yong…come here.
I walked to the bed and knelt on one knee: Dad.
From the first time we met… I knew… you were extraordinary… Whitebeard said with difficulty, pausing to breathe after every few words. Now… I understand… you were sent by fate… to save us…
My heart raced. Did he know?
No matter who you are…where you come from…you have proved…that you are…real…family…Whitebeard took off his iconic white captain’s hat with shaking hands and put it on my head. The Whitebeard Pirates…are in your hands…
There were gasps on the deck. This move was of great significance—Whitebeard was not appointing an acting captain, but a successor.
Dad, I don’t–
Shh… Whitebeard stopped me from refusing. Marco… will help you… Ace… Luffy… are all… good brothers…
His breathing became weaker and weaker, and his eyes began to blur: My life… has no regrets… The Newgate family… will live forever…
The last breath of life left his body. The strongest man in the world, Edward Newgate, fell asleep.
Inside and outside the cabin, sobbing could be heard one after another. Ace cried bitterly on Whitebeard’s chest, Luffy cried silently, and Marco turned his back with his shoulders shaking.
I gently took off my captain’s hat and placed it on Whitebeard’s chest: “Sleep peacefully, old man. We will inherit your will.”
After I walked out of the cabin, all the crew members gathered on the deck. They looked at me with complicated expressions – sadness, doubt, and expectation.
Marco stood beside me and cleared his throat: According to my father’s wishes, Li Yong will take over the position of captain. I will assist him with all my strength.
There were sporadic voices of approval from the crowd, but there was more silence. Thatch stepped forward and said, “Li Yong, we all appreciate everything you’ve done. But leading the entire Whitebeard Pirates… this responsibility is too heavy. Are you really ready?”
I looked around and saw scarred but resolute faces. They had lost their fathers and now needed someone to lead them forward.
But is that person really me? A traverser who is barely supported by the system’s ability?
At this moment, Luffy suddenly jumped forward, holding my shoulder: Li Yong is very strong! And he cares about his friends! The old man with white beard can’t be wrong!
Ace also stood on my other side: I support Li Yong. Without him, my father and I would have died long ago.
The other members of the Straw Hat Pirates also expressed their support. This external force seemed to break the deadlock, and more and more crew members began to nod in approval.
I took a deep breath: Guys, I know I’m still a nobody. If you guys would rather follow Marco, I totally understand –
No, Marco interrupted me, Dad’s choice is my choice. And… he lowered his voice, you need this position to complete your mission, don’t you? Change the original destiny?
I looked at him in surprise. It turned out that he had guessed it long ago.
Chapter 84, Red-Haired Shanks (Old Version)
Eventually, with the support of Marco and Ace, the crew reluctantly accepted my leadership, but I knew the real test had just begun.
Whitebeard’s funeral was held three days later. According to pirate tradition, his body was placed on a small boat, drifted with the waves and then set on fire. All the crew members stood in silence, watching the flames gradually fade away and merge into the sunset on the horizon.
I stood at the bow, wearing the white captain’s hat, and felt its weight – not only physically, but also symbolically.
The system prompt sounded in my mind:
[The Soul-Soul Fruit ability has expired][Today’s ability remaining time: 0 minutes]But the strange thing is that I still seem to be able to feel a trace of the power of the Soul Soul Fruit remaining in my body, especially when I touch the hat
[System prompt: Strong emotional resonance detected, some ability fragments are permanently retained]I was stunned. This was the first time the system had changed like this. Could it be that… strong emotions could break some of the system’s restrictions?
This discovery may completely change my future path.
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Door-Door Fruit (superhuman type), Ice Fruit (natural type), Bull-Bull Fruit·Giraffe Form (animal type)]I opened my eyes, and the morning light shone through the round porthole of the captain’s room onto the bed. After two years, I still wasn’t used to waking up in this room. Whitebeard’s room.
The Door Door Fruit. I chose it softly, feeling the spatial ability flowing through my body. I am going to meet the envoy of the Revolutionary Army today, and this ability is most suitable for emergency evacuation.
I opened the window and the fresh sea breeze hit me. Below is the main island base of the new Whitebeard Pirates – New Moby Dick. After the great war two years ago, we established a new base here. We are no longer a drifting pirate fleet, but a powerful force with fixed territorial waters.
The center of the island is a giant building modeled after the original Moby Dick, surrounded by training grounds, docks, farmland and residential areas. Pirates, civilians and even some former navy soldiers from all over the world live and work here, forming a unique maritime community.
Captain! A crisp voice came from outside the door, breakfast is ready!
Come in, Mira.
The door was pushed open, and a girl about twelve years old came bouncing in with a plate of food. Mira was a war orphan we rescued during a rescue operation, and now she is my assistant and the group’s happy fruit.
Today we have your favorite blueberry pancakes! She put the plate on the table, her eyes sparkling, the chef said you are going to meet a dangerous person today, you need to eat more.
I smiled and ruffled her hair: “Thank you. Is Captain Ace up yet?”
He got up early! He and Mr. Luffy were fighting in the training ground! Mira made an exaggerated explosion gesture, and it was so loud!
I sighed. These two brothers together will always be like two children who never grow up. But it’s okay, Ace needs this kind of venting – Whitebeard’s death hit him hard, even after two years, he occasionally goes to the cemetery alone to drink late at night.
After breakfast, I checked today’s schedule: meeting with the Revolutionary Army cadres in the morning, checking the progress of the new ship’s construction in the afternoon, and dealing with disputes with several affiliated pirate groups in the evening… a typical captain’s daily routine.
Mira, please call Marco for me. Let’s talk about the Revolutionary Army.
As you command, Captain! She saluted playfully and skipped away.
After a while, Marco pushed the door open and walked in. He had aged a lot in the past two years, and the wrinkles around his eyes were deeper, but his sharp eyes were still the same.
The revolutionary army has arrived? He went straight to the point.
I nodded: Kerla and Haku, meet at Pier 3 at noon. I want you to come with me.
Don’t trust them?
No, it’s just… I hesitated for a moment. The World Government has been very active lately, and I was worried that the talks would be monitored.
Marco understood: Door-to-door fruit?
Well, the evacuation route is ready.
He nodded approvingly. Over the past two years, I have become more and more mature in the way I use my system abilities. I no longer just improvise, but plan ahead and adjust my strategy based on the abilities of the day. Sometimes I can even break the 24-hour limit and retain some fragments of my abilities – for example, now I can still faintly sense the remnants of the Soul Soul Fruit from two years ago. Although it is not enough to create Homies, it can occasionally sense the emotions of objects.
By the way, Marco walked to the door and turned around, “You should go see Ace and Luffy’s training. They are about to tear down the newly built training ground.”
I smiled bitterly: I’ll go right away.
The training ground – or what was once the training ground – was now a smoking ruin. In the middle of the grounds, Ace and Luffy lay in a huge crater, panting but smiling.
Tie! Luffy raised his arms and shouted.
No way! It was obviously me who hit him with one extra punch! Ace retorted unconvincedly.
I jumped into the pit, put my hands on my hips and looked down at them: Are you two kids having fun?
Li Yong! Luffy jumped up and wrapped his rubber arms around my neck. Let’s fight! I’m super strong now!
No thanks, I broke free easily – my Haki has improved rapidly in the past two years, and I don’t want to destroy the remaining half of the training ground.
Ace got up and brushed the dirt off his body: I heard that people from the Revolutionary Army are coming today?
Well, let’s talk about cooperation. I lowered my voice and said, the World Government has recently installed new weapons on several islands, and the Revolutionary Army has intelligence.
Luffy suddenly interrupted: Will Sabo come too?
Ace and I were both stunned. Sabo, Luffy and Ace’s long-lost brother, is now the Chief of Staff of the Revolutionary Army. The scene of their reunion in Dressrosa two years ago is still vivid in my mind.
He didn’t mention it, and I shook my head, but –
Before he could finish his words, a shrill alarm suddenly rang out across the island.
Enemy attack! An unknown fleet was spotted in the southwest!
The three of us immediately rushed to the coast. On the observation deck, the observer was nervously adjusting the telescope.
What’s going on? I asked loudly.
Ten warships, flying… flying the flag of the Red Hair Pirates! But the formation is weird!
Red Hair? Shanks? This is too sudden. Although we maintain friendly relations with the Red Hair Pirates, a large-scale visit without notice is definitely not normal.
Chapter 85, The key to breaking system restrictions (old version)
Everyone on alert! But don’t attack first! I ordered, turning to Ace and calling Marco. Luffy, you know Shanks, come with me.
A few minutes later, Luffy and I stood on the main dock, watching the strange fleet approach. It was indeed Red Hair’s flag, but the ships were arranged in such an orderly manner that they looked like a naval formation.
The ship in front of them came to the shore and the gangway was lowered. The person who came down was not the red-haired man, but an unexpected figure – Ben Beckman, the red-haired deputy captain, with an extremely serious expression on his face.
Beckman! Luffy waved and shouted, “Where’s Shanks?”
Beckman walked up to us, his eyes serious: Captain Li Yong, we need to talk. Emergency.
The atmosphere in the conference room was tense. Beckman, Marco, Ace, Luffy and I sat around a large table with a map of the New World hanging on the wall.
Three days ago, Beckman lit a cigarette, and Shanks led the main fleet to Elbaf to participate in the giants’ ceremony. On the way, we encountered a strange ship – all black, without any signs.
My heart tightened.
“They attacked us,” Beckman continued, “with a weapon we’ve never seen before. Some kind of… energy cannon. A single strike destroyed the port side of the Red Jack.”
Luffy gasped: Red Jack is Shanks’ flagship!
Where’s Shanks? Ace asked anxiously.
Missing. Beckman’s voice was low, the black ship took him away. We tracked for a while, but the other side had some kind of jamming device, and the observation Haki could not sense it.
Marco frowned: “Why did you come to us? The Red Hair Pirates should be able to handle this kind of thing.”
Beckman looked me straight in the eye: Because on that black ship, we saw the logo of the World Government. And… He paused, before the attack, they broadcast a message: Tell that time traveler, the game has just begun.
The conference room suddenly became eerily quiet. I felt everyone’s eyes were fixed on me, especially Marco and Ace – they were the only two people who knew my true origins.
A time traveler? Beckman looked at me inquiringly. Are they referring to you, Captain Li Yong?
I took a deep breath. The secret could no longer be kept: Yes. I come from another world, where your story is a comic book called One Piece.
Beckman’s expression didn’t change at all: Shanks guessed it. He said that your ability pattern doesn’t conform to any known devil fruit rules, and your prediction of future events is too accurate.
Aren’t you surprised? Ace’s eyes widened.
After so many years in the New World, what strange things have I not seen? Beckman snorted. The point is that the World Government obviously knows about it, and they have arrested Shanks for it.
I clenched my fists. The World Government… the Five Elders… how much do they know? And how did they find out?
We need a plan. I stood up and walked to the chart. Beckman, can you describe the detailed characteristics of the black ship?
Two hours later, we came up with a preliminary plan. Beckman would continue to search in the open, while we would use our relationship with the Revolutionary Army to investigate in secret. Luffy insisted on joining the search team, and Ace naturally followed.
After sending Beckman away, Marco stopped me and said, “Li Yong, this is too dangerous. If the world government sets its sights on you…
I know, I whispered, but Shanks was captured because of me. I can’t just sit there and do nothing.
Marco hesitated to speak, and finally just sighed: At least wait until today’s revolutionary army talks are over before taking action.
The meeting of the Revolutionary Army goes on as planned. Kerla and Haku bring disturbing information – the World Government is secretly installing replicas of an ancient weapon called Uranus on multiple islands.
They can emit energy beams with enough power to destroy a small island, Kerla said seriously. What’s more terrifying is that this weapon seems to be able to interfere with people with specific abilities.
Like what happened to Shanks? I asked.
Kerla raised her eyebrows in surprise: You already know?
I just received the news. I briefly explained the situation. Does the Revolutionary Army have any information about the black ship?
Haku shook his head: “But we suspect this is related to the Nemesis Project recently launched by the Five Elders. They seem to be collecting DNA samples from people with special abilities.”
After the meeting, I stood alone on the dock, watching the sun gradually set. The World Government had finally taken action, and it had hit home. Not only did they know that I was a time traveler, they might also have some knowledge of my system.
Li Yong. Ace’s voice came from behind. What are you thinking?
Thinking about our next path, I turned to face him. The World Government will not stop with Shanks. I am their main target, and the Whitebeard Pirates… the entire New World may be plunged into war because of this.
Ace leaned against the railing beside him: So? Are you going to run away?
Of course not, I smiled and was just thinking about how to fight back. Being passive and taking a beating is not my style.
That’s more like it! Ace hit my shoulder and said, “Who cares about the Five Elders? If they dare to mess with us, we’ll beat them to pieces!”
Looking at his confident smile, I couldn’t help but think of the tragic ending in the original work. Now Ace lives so vividly and freely… This is exactly the meaning of my coming to this world.
By the way, Ace suddenly remembered something. Luffy asked me to tell you that he has to leave the team temporarily to rescue Shanks. Don’t worry, he will be back soon.
I held my forehead and said: Can’t he wait until we make a plan before taking action?
You know Luffy, Ace laughed, but don’t worry, Marco and I will follow him. The house is left to you.
Family… This word has a special meaning in the Whitebeard Pirates. I nodded: Be careful. If you find anything, contact me immediately.
That night, alone in the captain’s cabin, I studied the charts, marking all the islands where the Uranus devices had been reported. A clear pattern gradually emerged – these islands formed a blockade around several key shipping lanes in the New World.
The world government is casting a big net, and we may already be the fish in it.
[Remaining time of the Door-to-Door Fruit: 1 hour and 12 minutes]I decided to do an experiment. Focus my mind and try to store the power of the Door Door Fruit. Over the past two years, I have occasionally been able to do this – retain some fragments of the power beyond the 24-hour limit. The method seems to be… emotional resonance?
I stroked the captain’s hat left by Whitebeard and recalled the scene when I first met him. Feelings of reverence, gratitude, and nostalgia surged in my heart, and the energy of the Door Door Fruit in my body seemed to respond to this emotion, becoming more viscous and less likely to leak out.
[System prompt: Strong emotional resonance detected, the retention rate of the Menmen fruit fragments is 12.7%]It worked! It was only a small percentage, but it proved that my theory was right – strong emotions can break some of the system’s limitations. If I can increase this percentage further…
A rapid knock on the door interrupted my thoughts.
Come in.
Mira rushed in in a panic: Captain! It’s bad! A suspicious ship was spotted on the east coast! It’s… that black ship!
I was instantly in combat mode, grabbing my coat and weapon: Sound the alarm! Evacuate civilians! Notify all captains to assemble!
Rushing out of the captain’s room, it was already dark. On the eastern sea, a dark silhouette was silently sliding towards the island. There were no lights, no engine sounds, like a floating nightmare.
The World Government came knocking on their doorstep. Moreover, they chose the time when Luffy and Ace were not around.
This is no coincidence.
Everyone, prepare for battle! I shouted, feeling the remaining energy of the Door Door Fruit in my body. 12.7%… should be enough to open a small door.
The black ship stopped one kilometer from the coast. Suddenly, a dazzling blue light shot out from the bow and headed straight for the island!
Barrier! I shouted instinctively, then remembered that I didn’t have the ability of the Barrier Fruit today.
At the critical moment, a green flame fell from the sky and collided with the blue light, causing a violent explosion.
Marco! Didn’t he go with Luffy?
Sorry, Captain, Marco landed beside me, and the phoenix’s wings slowly folded. We just set out and found this ship lingering nearby, so we decided to make a surprise attack.
It was a wise choice, I breathed a sigh of relief, what about Ace and Luffy?
Behind. Luffy has already——
Before I could finish my words, a rubber figure whizzed past our heads: “Fourth gear! Snake man!”
Luffy flew directly towards the black ship with his fist wrapped in high-level Armament Haki.
Wait! Luffy! Ace’s shout came from behind, and he turned into fire and followed closely behind. There might be a trap!
It was too late. When Luffy approached the black ship within a hundred meters, an invisible force field suddenly unfolded. Luffy’s fourth gear was instantly released, and the whole person fell to the sea like a stone!
Seastone force field?! Marco exclaimed.
Ace hurriedly turned to save Luffy, but his flames suddenly went out when he approached the black ship, and he also fell into the sea!
It’s not seastone. I quickly analyzed it and found it to be some kind of jamming device for devil fruits! Marco, you stay and command the defense! I’ll go save them!
Without waiting for his response, I activated the remaining power of the Door-Door Fruit and opened a small air door in front of me. Passing through the different space, I rushed out of another door and appeared just above Ace and Luffy who fell into the sea.
Grabbing the two men by their collars, I activated my power again, but this time the door only opened halfway before it collapsed—my power was exhausted! The three of us fell into the sea with a splash.
The salty seawater poured into my nostrils and I struggled desperately. As a non-power user (at least not today), I could still swim, but it was almost impossible to save two power users at the same time.
Just as we were about to sink into the abyss, a huge tentacle rolled us up from underwater. Is it a sea king? No – it’s Haku! The mermaids Haku and Kerla obviously didn’t leave either!
Hold on tight! Haku yelled, and swam quickly towards the shore with us.
Back on shore, Luffy and Ace coughed up seawater and turned pale. It was heartbreaking to see a Devil Fruit user so weak after falling into the water.
That ship… can take away abilities… Luffy gasped.
Not just taking it away, Kerla pointed to the black ship and said, look!
On the deck of the black ship, several figures were staring at us coldly. The man in the front was wearing a white suit and holding a strange spear. What was even more terrifying was that on his other hand, a familiar blue flame was dancing!
That is… Marco’s ability?! Ace’s eyes widened in shock.
They were collecting abilities, and it dawned on me that this was the true nature of the Nemesis Project! Stealing Devil Fruit abilities!
The black ship lit up blue again, this time aiming at the town! Marco flew up to intercept it, but the other party suddenly released a blue flame, which collided with the Phoenix Fire and canceled it out!
Everyone evacuate town! I yelled, that weapon can destroy the entire island!
At the critical moment, an unexpected voice came from the sky:
Great weather! Thundercloud Tempesta!
A huge bolt of lightning fell from the sky and hit the black ship directly! This was followed by a series of precise artillery fire, which blew the black ship’s weapon system to pieces.
I looked up and saw the Sunny coming in through the wind and waves! All the Straw Hat Pirates were present, Nami was controlling the weather stick, Franky was at the helm, and Zoro and Sanji were ready to board the ship.
Sorry for being late! Nami shouted through the megaphone, we found something interesting!
As the black ship fell into chaos, a familiar figure jumped off the Sunny and landed steadily in front of us – Trafalgar Law.
Long time no see, Boss Li Yong, his signature cold smile appeared on his face, it seems you need a doctor.
Luo?! How did you——
To make a long story short, he opened the room, and the Straw Hat boss and I discovered the secret base of the World Government. They were cloning people with special abilities. The Red Hair boss was imprisoned there.
Shanks is still alive? Beckman also came to the shore at some point.
Luo nodded: But time is running out. We need to plan a rescue operation.
The black ships began to retreat under the fierce attack of the Straw Hat Pirates. But the events of tonight have made it clear that the World Government is launching an unprecedented war, and all pirates in the New World will be targets.
Back in the meeting room, we worked out a plan overnight. Law would lead a team to infiltrate the secret base to rescue Shanks; Beckman and the Red Hair Pirates would be responsible for containing the World Government’s naval fleet; and I and the Whitebeard Pirates would protect civilians while investigating the weaknesses of the Uranus weapons.
This will be an all-out war, Marco concluded, possibly larger than Marineford.
Luffy pressed his straw hat: It doesn’t matter. We’re going to beat up all the bad guys and rescue Shanks!
After the meeting, I came to the coast alone and watched the black ship gradually disappear into the distance. The system prompt sounded in my mind:
[The ability of the Door Door Fruit has completely failed][The new day’s ability will be refreshed in 6 hours]But this time, I felt something different. There seemed to be a pulse of space energy in my body, weak but real. The effect of emotional resonance was stronger than before.
I stroked Whitebeard’s hat and suddenly understood something – this is not just about ability. This world and these people are no longer the comic characters I have read before. They are real family members, and I am willing to give everything for them.
Perhaps this is the real key to breaking the system limitations.
Chapter 86: Feint to the East and Attack in the West (Old Version)
[Today’s optional devil fruit abilities: Time Fruit (Superhuman), Magma Fruit (Natural), Turtle Turtle Fruit – Basalt Form (Animal)]I sat up suddenly from the bed, sweat soaking my vest. It was still pitch black outside the window, and dawn was at least two hours away. But this option today made me sleepless – the time fruit! The ability to travel through time for a short period of time!
Three days ago, we received intelligence that the World Government was gathering all its naval forces to launch a full-scale offensive they called the New Top War. The target was not only the Whitebeard and Red Hair Pirates, but also the Straw Hat Pirates – Luffy performed too well in the rescue of Shanks, and the Five Elders obviously regarded him as a major threat.
I walked to the table quietly and unfolded the sea chart. According to Luo’s investigation, the navy will attack our three main bases in the New World from three directions at noon today. The force is three times that of the war on the top, and they have also dispatched ten replicas of ancient Uranus weapons.
Time Fruit. I silently recited the choice in my mind, and an unprecedented energy flowed through my body. Unlike the previous ability, this time I felt a strange sense of detachment, as if I existed at multiple points in time at the same time.
With a gentle wave of my hand, a translucent clock interface appeared in front of me, showing that the maximum time I could go back was 24 hours – consistent with the system’s daily refresh cycle.
The plan quickly formed in my mind. If I could go back to yesterday and watch the Navy’s deployment meeting with my own eyes
Captain? Mira opened the door sleepily. Are you up so early?
Mira, go get Marco and Ace. Don’t alert the others. I’ll quickly put on my coat, and then you go to the shelter and don’t come out today.
She immediately came to her senses: Is a war going to start?
Yeah. Go ahead.
Marco and Ace arrived soon. I briefly explained my capabilities and plans for today.
Time travel? Ace’s eyes widened. This is too dangerous! What if you can’t come back?
The risk is real, Marco frowned, but the intelligence advantage could mean the difference between winning and losing a war.
I nodded: I will be careful. If everything goes well, I can know all the deployments before they attack. If not…you defend as planned.
The two finally agreed reluctantly. I let them go, took a deep breath, and activated my ability.
Go back in time for 24 hours!
The clock interface rapidly reversed, and the world dissolved into a colorful torrent before my eyes. After a dizzy moment, I found myself standing in a pure white space, with countless timelines floating around like ribbons.
【Please select a specific time】
How can the system still be used in this state? I tried to select the time of the naval strategy meeting in my mind.
The pure white space twisted and changed, and I suddenly stood in a spacious conference room, my body was translucent – it seemed to be in observer mode. Sitting around the long table were the top navy officers: Admiral Akainu, Fujitora, Green Bull, Kizaru, and… the God of Science Defense of the Five Elders, Jaygosia Sartan.
At noon tomorrow, we will attack three strongholds at the same time. Akainu pointed to the sea chart on the table and said, “I will deal with the remnants of Whitebeard myself. Leave the Straw Hat Boys to Fujitora and Green Bull. As for Red Hair…Saint Satan will be in charge.”
Sartan nodded slowly, holding in his hand a device that made my blood freeze—it was a panel that was almost identical to my system interface!
The final phase of the Nemesis Project is about to start. Satan’s voice is cold and mechanical. The data collected through the Uranus network is sufficient. We will completely eliminate the resistance forces in the New World and recover all the devil fruit abilities.
Kizaru became serious for a rare moment: Does it include the abilities of us who have special abilities?
Sacrifice is necessary, Satan said emotionlessly, and after the new world order is established, abilities will be uniformly distributed by the world government.
My heartbeat quickened. This was worse than I had imagined—not only were they going to destroy the pirates, they were going to deprive everyone of their abilities and freedom!
The meeting continued, and I concentrated on writing down every detail: troop allocation, weapon locations, Uranus’ weaknesses… Suddenly, Satan raised his head sharply and looked directly at where I was!
Someone is watching. He held up the system-like device, and the space-time fluctuations detected the intrusion.
Impossible! I should just be an observer! But Sartan’s device did capture my presence. The conference room instantly went on alert, and Kizaru turned into golden light and searched everywhere.
[Warning: Time reversal is disturbed][Forced return soon]The world twisted again, and I was slammed back into real time with a splitting headache and blood pouring from my nose. Time travel obviously doesn’t come without a price.
Li Yong! Ace held me up while I was shaking. Are you okay?
Quick, gather all the captains, I wiped the blood from my nose, I know their plan!
Half an hour later, an emergency operations meeting was held. I shared everything I saw, especially the system-like device in Satan’s hand.
So the World Government has been spying on you? Marco looked serious.
More than just surveillance, I recalled Sartan’s words, they seemed to have known about the system long ago. That device… is too similar to be a coincidence.
Luo hugged the ghost and cried: The point is, they have the ability to take away the devil fruit. If we lose our ability…
Then use Haki to fight! Luffy interrupted, I can beat them up even if I don’t have the ability!
I couldn’t help but laugh: Luffy is right. Abilities are just tools, the key is how we deal with their tactics.
Based on the intelligence in our memory, we readjusted our defense plan. The most critical point is that although the Uranus weapon is powerful, it takes three minutes to recharge after each launch, and it is weak against pure domineering attacks.
We need to proceed in three steps, I pointed to the nautical chart. The first step is to use long-range attacks to lure Uranus into opening fire. The second step is to launch a surprise attack to destroy the weapons during the charging interval. The third step is to deal with the main force of the navy that has lost its greatest advantage.
It sounds easy, but it’s harder to do, Marco pointed out. Those weapons are distributed throughout the fleet, and it’s almost impossible to destroy them all at once.
Unless there is some kind of large-scale interference… I was lost in thought, and suddenly an idea occurred to me, wait! Satan said Uranus is a network, so there must be a control center! If we can find and destroy the master control node…
Then the other nodes will also be paralyzed! Luo followed my idea, but where will the master node be?
We looked at the nautical chart at the same time, and then pointed at the same point – the largest command ship in the center of the naval fleet.
Oh gosh, Luffy volunteered, I can fly over there using Gear 4!
Too dangerous, I shook my head, that ship must have the strongest defenses. We need to make a feint to the east and attack in the west.
The plan was finally finalized: Luffy and Ace led a team to launch a frontal feint attack to attract attention; Law and I used our abilities to sneak into the command ship; Marco was in charge of the overall command.
Chapter 87, Let’s change our destiny together (old version)
After the meeting, I went alone to Whitebeard’s grave, a simple stone monument facing the sea, where I had come for guidance before making important decisions for two years.
Dad, I whispered, today may be the last battle. I don’t know if I can handle the responsibility you give me… but I will do my best to protect my family.
The sea breeze blew gently, as if in response. I took off the captain’s hat of Whitebeard and gently placed it on the tombstone: If I can come back alive today, I will come to get it again.
As I turned to leave, I seemed to hear a familiar gurgling laugh coming from behind me, but when I looked back I saw only waves crashing on the shore and no one was there.
At noon, the war broke out on time.
The navy fleet was approaching like a dark cloud, and ten Uranus weapons were shining coldly in the sun. As I had predicted, they divided their forces into three groups and attacked our three strongholds at the same time.
Fire! Akainu’s voice spread across the sea through the loudspeaker.
The first wave of bombardment rained down, but our defenses were well prepared. Marco commanded the teams to launch a counterattack, deliberately avoiding Uranus weapons and luring the navy deeper.
Now! I winked at Luo.
ROOM Command room! Luo activated his ability and instantly teleported us to the command ship.
However, what awaited us was a team of fully armed CP0 agents, and…Satan himself, sitting upright in a chair.
Time traveler Li Yong, Satan said emotionlessly, we have been waiting for you for a long time.
Trap! My heart sank. They predicted our prediction!
Scalpel! Luo attacked first, but Satan just waved his hand lightly, and an invisible barrier blocked all the attacks.
It’s useless, Trafalgar, Satan raised the system-like device. In this space, all devil fruit abilities are limited to 30% effectiveness.
I tried to activate the fragment of the Door-Door Fruit that I saved yesterday, but it could only open a small door the size of a palm.
What do you want? I stalled for time while looking around for an opportunity.
Your system, Satan said bluntly, is a fragment of the ancient weapon Heart of Time. We have recovered the other parts, and only your core is missing.
So this is the truth! My system is actually part of the ancient weapon of this world!
Li Yong is the boss! Luo suddenly shouted, look up!
I looked up and saw a dozen transparent incubators hanging from the ceiling of the command room, with a figure floating in each one – Shanks, Whitebeard, and even… my clone? !
The cloning experiment is just a cover, Satan stood up, what we are really studying is the extraction and transfer of abilities. Soon, all abilities will be under the control of the world government.
I must destroy the main control device! I concentrated all my energy and tried to mobilize all the fragments of my abilities – the Door-Door Fruit, the Soul-Soul Fruit, and even the remnants of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit from two years ago. Amidst the strong emotional fluctuations, these fragments actually began to merge!
[System warning: capacity overload][Forced release countdown: 10 seconds]Luo! Stand back! I yelled, directing all my fusion energy towards Satan.
A dazzling white light burst out, and time and space seemed to stand still at this moment. I saw Satan’s device begin to overload and smoke, Uranus weapons exploded one after another, and the terrified expressions of the navy soldiers froze on their faces.
Then the world fell into darkness.
In the dimness, I heard a familiar voice:
Good job, boy.
White beard? I tried to open my eyes and found myself standing in a pure white space. Opposite me was Edward Newgate, who looked 20 years younger. He smiled with pride in his eyes.
Dad? Where…is this?
Caught between life and death, Whitebeard patted my shoulder and said, “That move you just made almost blew yourself up.”
Only then did I recall the final explosion: the war…did we win?
Why not go and see? He laughed, but before that…
The image of Whitebeard began to blur, and the pure white space gradually collapsed: Remember, Li Yong, captain is not a hat, not a title, but a sense of responsibility to take on everything for your family. You are already a qualified captain.
Wait! Dad! I tried to grab him, but my fingers slipped through the shadows.
Time to go back, son…
The light came back. I found myself lying in the rubble, and Luo Zheng was desperately performing CPR on me.
Hey! That’s enough, I’m still alive! I pushed him away and looked around.
The command ship is half-sunk, and the navy fleet is in chaos. In the distance, Luffy and Ace are chasing Akainu, while Marco leads the crew to clean up the remaining enemies. Satan and his device are nowhere to be found.
What happened? I asked hoarsely.
The energy wave you released destroyed all Uranus weapons. Luo helped me sit up. The navy retreated. Satan teleported away with the device, but they can’t organize another attack in the short term.
We…won?
After climbing up the deck with difficulty, I saw the pirate alliance cheering. Luffy stretched out his arms to pull me over, shouting excitedly: Li Yong! We won! Shanks was also rescued!
Following his gaze, I saw Red-Haired Shanks standing not far away, looking haggard but in good spirits. He raised his glass to me and said: I owe you a favor, New Four Emperors.
After the war, we suffered heavy losses, but the navy suffered even more – all ten Uranus were destroyed, three admirals were seriously injured, and Akainu was forced to order a full retreat. The World Government could not launch such a large-scale attack again in a short period of time.
A month later, the New World returned to peace. At the celebration party for rebuilding the base, I made a decision.
Ladies and gentlemen, I stood in the center of the banquet and took off Whitebeard’s hat. Over the past two years, I have been thinking about a question – what is a real pirate?
The noisy crowd quieted down.
Whitebeard told me that pirates are not plunderers, but people who pursue freedom. But the experience of the past two years has made me understand that freedom needs to be balanced with responsibility. I looked at every crew member and decided to resign as captain and set up a brand new organization – the Free Navigation Association.
There were discussions everywhere. Marco looked at me thoughtfully, while Ace looked shocked.
The association does not have a captain, only a rotating chairman. Any pirate who pursues freedom can join and share intelligence and resources, but they are not bound by each other. I continued to explain that this will be an alliance, a big family, just like my father always wanted.
What about the Whitebeard Pirates? asked an old crew member.
Will continue as a founding member of the association, led by Marco. I look to Marco, if you will.
Marco was silent for a moment, then suddenly laughed: “Gulala… This is a good idea. Dad will like it.”
After the banquet, I went to the beach alone. Suddenly, the system prompt sounded:
[Host’s spiritual realm breakthrough detected]【System Upgrading…】
[Upgrade completed: Permanently retain the slot unlock][You can choose three acquired abilities to keep permanently]I was stunned. This means that I am no longer restricted to 24 hours, and I can have three abilities permanently! After careful consideration, I chose the Door-Door Fruit (space movement), the Soul-Soul Fruit (creation of life), and the Surgery Fruit (medical treatment). The combination of these three can best help me protect others.
Where are you going? Ace’s voice came from behind.
Stay at the association to help for a while, and then… maybe go traveling. I turned to face him, what about you?
I made an appointment with Luffy to sail with him for a while. Ace scratched his head, and Marco said that the association welcomes us back at any time.
Of course, this will always be home.
We watched the sunset over the sea side by side. The route of a new era unfolded ahead, full of infinite possibilities.
Li Yong, Ace suddenly said, thank you for changing my destiny.
I shook my head: No, together we changed everyone’s fate.
The waves lapping at the beach seemed to echo Whitebeard’s laughter. I seemed to hear him say again:
Family…