The Mysterious Ship Is A Whale That Eat the Fune Fune no mi.
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"Nuke Nuke no mi, it seems to allow the user to pass through the ground?" Lafitte, who had already explained the rules of the ship to Kuro, said approaching with a kind smile.
Kuro pushed his glasses and replied with a blank expression, "Not only can it pass through the ground, but it can also pass through any non-living body. In that case, this Devil Fruit is quite remarkable."
Gin maintained his indifferent expression and spoke with a cold tone. "His Progress is too fast, I am not his opponent now, I must hurry up and practice"
Burgess laughed excitedly, "It's not just good; it's incredibly powerful. If you can't defeat your opponent, just drill into the soil. Who can touch you then? It's the perfect escape and lifesaver. Wiiihahaha~~"
Doc Q, whose face usually bore a weathered look, revealed a rare trace of regret. "If I find this fruit, I'll eat it immediately."
Law looked at Van Augur, still showing his typical indifference, and commented, "This devil fruit is perfect for you. With the ability to move through solid objects and with your sniper skills, assassinating your opponents would be easy and very few could defend themselves against you."
Hawkins agreed with a nod and spoke in a low voice, "Indeed, it's a suitable match and even more potent when combined."
As the sound of footsteps approached, Merry hurriedly arrived, carrying a small wooden box.
"Master, the Devil Fruit is here."
Josiah looked at Ethan, offering a gentlemanly smile. "My lord, please accept it."
Before Ethan could respond, Van Augur spoke up eagerly.
He looked at Ethan, displaying an unusual trace of anticipation on his usually serious face. "Captain, can you grant me this Devil Fruit?"
Ethan, with his hands still in his trouser pockets, calmly replied, "Certainly."
Afterward, he turned and left without any further words. In response to Ethan's decision, Van Augur couldn't help but show respect. "Thank you very much captain for allowing me to have this fruit, I promise that I will not disappoint you, and for me it is as if I were destined to join the Ethan Pirates ~~"
Burgess patted him on the shoulder and laughed heartily. "Let's not dwell on fate; let's grab the Devil Fruit and continue our journey."
Law looked at Hawkins and commented in his usual composed manner, "With this fruit, his strength has likely greatly improved, making the competition even more intense."
Hawkins nodded and responded quietly, "We must work harder; otherwise, we'll fall far behind. Everyone's strength is on the rise, which is a positive sign."
Meanwhile, Baccarat smiled at Kaya, saying, "You can continue your conversation; we'll be waiting for you back on the ship." Subsequently, they left one by one, leaving behind four people two men and two women.
"Kaya, go on. Your father doesn't need any explanations; just take care of yourself," Jiaoni said, patting her shoulder gently. He smiled kindly and continued, "Those girls look lovely; you can go with peace of mind."
Kaya nodded, her brows forming a gentle curve as she sweetly replied, "Father, if you ever have free time, I'll call you often."
"Sister Makino, let's go. Don't keep them waiting."
Makino stroked her hair and smiled, saying, "Alright, let's go then." Holding Kaya's hand, the two walked away, chatting and laughing.
Merry watched Kaya's departure and smiled gently. "Miss is going on a journey this time, and when she returns, she'll have grown wiser. That's exactly what I hope to see."
Josiah smiled slightly, expressing satisfaction. "Kaya is too kind and has never faced hardships, which is detrimental to her growth. This is the perfect opportunity for her to gain experience and knowledge."
On the deck
Burgess glanced toward the training room, his shoulders lifting in confusion. He mused aloud, "There's something that's been bothering me."
Doc Q wore an eerie smile and remarked, "Bothered, are you? Wondering why you're not as strong as I am?"
"Can you please not interrupt?" Burgess shot him a stern look and continued, "Our captain is a dedicated martial artist, as we all know."
"He's like a machine, unemotional. So, what's the secret behind so many women being attracted to him?"
Gin threw a punch to the side and sneered, "Why question it? It's because he's our captain!"
Hawkins engrossed in his card game, chimed in with a monotone voice, "It seems the captain is destined to have many admirers."
With kikoku perched on his shoulder, Law remained icy as ever and added, "I don't know about everything else, but the captain possesses Conqueror's Haki, which is incredibly alluring to women."
"A man with this Haki, coupled with his aura, exudes an irresistible charm to all women. It's what they call 'attracting bees and butterflies.'"
Kuro adjusted his glasses and calmly stated, "It's not surprising that strong individuals have this effect."
"Throughout history, heroes have always captured the hearts of beauties. Our captain's strength is exceptional, so it's only natural for women to be drawn to him."
Lafitte paid little attention to their conversation, instead directing his gaze at Van Augur. He inquired with a smile, "So, how do you find it?"
Van Augur nodded with a hint of satisfaction, a rare smile gracing his face. "Impressive, it suits me perfectly."
With a resounding thud, Van Augur vanished in an instant, his figure disappearing without a trace.
A soft noise signaled his return, and Van Augur slowly rose from beneath the deck, reverting to his original state.
"Now, your adversaries must be scratching their heads."
Lafitte adjusted his top hat and said courteously, "Assassination King, I believe this title suits you quite well."
Five days later.
On the deck above, Burgess, who was practicing Armament Haki, waved his fists and cursed, "It's been days, and we still haven't received any news. This is ridiculous!"
"I think I should suggest to the captain that we should head straight into the Grand Line. What's the point of wasting time here on a ship?"
Doc Q reclined in his chair, smiling mysteriously as he said, "That's an interesting idea. Maybe you should confront the captain about why he's wasting everyone's time. After all, we deserve an explanation!"
Burgess glared at him and retorted, "Stop messing around! If you question the captain like that, you'll get yourself killed."
Leaning back in his chair, Gin coldly said, "Don't worry; he won't be killed. At most, I'll get a good beating."
Kuro, who had already heard of the situation, pushed his glasses up with his palm and spoke calmly and logically, "With Baccarat on board, there's no need to worry. This mysterious ship won't escape. We just need to be patient; its fate is already sealed."
Van Augur, tapping his shoulder with a gun, added, "Indeed, with Baccarat's abilities, this ship's destiny is sealed. We can wait with peace of mind."
Suddenly, a voice filled with excitement echoed from the observation deck. It was Yin, who exclaimed, "Good news...Good news! I've spotted the mysterious ship! Good news...Good news..."
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"What the hell, has it finally appeared? Damn it!"
Burgess quickly stood up, scanned the surroundings but saw no shadows, and cursed, "It's a few kilometers away again. What the hell!"
Doc Q sat up, wearing a cruel smile as he said, "What mysterious ship? Once we find it, it will be poisoned to death. Can it exist for hundreds of years? Let's see if it can withstand my miasma."
With Kikoku on his shoulder, Law said coldly, "Even with Baccarat's help, it took so many days to locate it. No wonder nobody else has found it."
Hawkins engrossed in his card game, commented in a low voice, "Since we've discovered it, no matter how fast it is, it can't match the captain's speed."
Gin, who was practicing Haki, added indifferently, "Van Augur mentioned how mysterious it was. I'll see what this ship is all about. Its fate is sealed; the captain is too powerful."
Van Augur observed the ship on the horizon and calmly remarked, "The ship has spotted us and is attempting to flee. But don't worry, even if it sails to the ends of the earth, it can't escape the captain's pursuit."
Lafitte twirled his cane and said politely, "The captain has no equal when it comes to speed. Not even Admiral Kizaru's Speed can match him. The concept of distance doesn't apply to the Space Shuttle."
Kuro glanced at Van Augur, pushed up his glasses, and commented reasonably, "Your observation skills surpass those of the police. None of the police officers have noticed anything unusual thus far."
Burgess laughed heartily and declared, "Of course, he's an Observation Haki master. His eyesight must be top-notch. If it weren't, it would be a joke."
Suddenly, footsteps echoed, and Ethan and the Girls approached.
At the same time, sirens blared from the observation deck.
"..."
"The mysterious ship has accelerated. It must have spotted us!..."
Burgess, ever straightforward, looked up at the observation deck and yelled, cursing, "Can't you see the captain is coming? Try not to be so conspicuous!"
An apologetic voice from the observation deck responded, "Yes, Mister Burgess, you're right..."
Honey Queen shot Burgess a blank look and scolded, "Don't be so intimidating; you can see how startled the alarm is because of you. Your voice is the loudest on board."
Betty took a drag of her cigarette and exhaled a puff of smoke.
Suddenly, with a whoosh, Ethan vanished without a word.
Carina shrugged and sighed, "Our captain is quite assertive; he just leaves whenever he pleases."
Perona, hovering in the air, commented with a smile, "It looks cool, and it adds an air of mystery. It's like he's perpetually dressed in black, exuding dominance and enigma."
Makino frowned slightly and smiled, saying, "This trait is common among all strong individuals; they're all unique."
Nami gazed at the sea ahead with a pure smile and said, "Yes, that's why the Marines gave him the name 'Black King Ethan.'"
Above the sea ahead, Ethan peered down at the mysterious ship below. There was no sign of anyone operating it. The entire ship was black, with a bow resembling a whale's head, exposing many sharp teeth.
The ship's eerie and enigmatic appearance was truly captivating.
Worthy of its title as the mysterious ship!
"Where are you headed?"
"Could you give me a ride? The whale that swallowed the Fune Fune no mi?" Ethan suddenly appeared on the deck of the ship, his hands clasped in front of him as he calmly addressed the ship.
The whale was taken aback, its rolling movements causing the ship to tremble violently in an attempt to throw the intruder off.
The sea roiled with turbulent waves, and white sprays spread far and wide, illustrating the ship's incredible power.
Van Augur, observing from a distance, wore a look of rare surprise on his typically serious face and said in disbelief, "It's the mysterious ship! It's rolling over with immense power, like an enraged beast."
Burgess, unable to see the situation clearly from his position, turned to Fan-Oka and asked urgently, "Well, what's happening with that ship?"
Law, holding Kikoku, mournfully replied, "Without binoculars, I can't discern the situation up ahead at all. It's a pity."
Lafitte spun his cane and offered his gentlemanly wisdom, "The process isn't essential; what matters is the result."
The girls remained silent but fixed their eyes on Van Augur, awaiting his report. They had little desire to converse with him, and silence seemed like the better option.
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Titles of the next chapters.(Spoilers)
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058-059: The Mizu Mizu No Mi.
060-061: Violet Wants to talk With Ethan!!
062-063: Ethan: In Two Years I Will kill Doflamingo!!