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Two days later.
Leviathan Fang, inside the training room.
"How about it, isn't it emotional?" Reiju crossed her legs, propped her delicate chin with her jade hands, and looked at Princess Vivi with beautiful eyes, speaking elegantly.
"Come on, tell me what you think, Vivi." Carina nodded, also looking at Princess Vivi with a smile.
Perona floated back and forth in the air, letting out a clear laugh. "Yes, right, let's discuss, Princess Vivi, hahaha...."
Alvida waved a big iron rod as she practiced Armament Haki, smiling as she spoke. "Anyway, when I first boarded the ship and saw these materials, I was shocked."
"I have to say Ethan's awareness is not comparable to ordinary people. It's too powerful."
Makino frowned softly. "This is the world of the strong. Our strength is too low, so naturally, we don't have the vision and insight of the 'Ten Masters.'"
At this moment, Princess Vivi brushed her watery blue hair and looked at the girls with her beautiful eyes, her face filled with emotion.
"It's too powerful, it's too strong."
"Ethan's ideological awareness is the most powerful among the people I have seen, not one of them."
"Lions and tigers are always alone, only foxes and dogs are in groups."
Princess Vivi admired the man in front of her, expressing her admiration. "Ethan's words are profound and reasonable."
"The strong choose to go alone, and they are doomed to be lonely. The weak report to the group to keep warm, and they eat and wait to die every day, full of complaints."
Honey Queen nodded, leaning against the table. "That's right, it's an eternal truth that beasts travel alone, and cattle and sheep form groups."
"Speaking of which, after following Ethan, my level of thinking has improved a lot, hehe~~" Betty waved the banner, practicing her Devil Fruit ability, and spoke lightly.
"With Ethan here, even a pig can become smart."
Carina shrugged with a smile. "How should I put it, anyway? I think Ethan is a guide, leading everyone to the other side of success."
Nojiko stroked her blue hair and said with a sweet smile. "Everything you say is becoming more philosophical; you are a proper literati."
Nami leaned on the chair, crossed her legs, and looked at the chart with her beautiful eyes, speaking casually.
"I have also read that quotation and the content in it is worth learning for everyone, there is no doubt about it."
Just then, an alarm sounded from outside the door.
"Island found ahead, Whiskey Peak is about to arrive! Discovered ahead..."
Hearing the siren's voice, all the girls looked at each other, their faces filled with beautiful smiles.
Nami waved her hand excitedly. "Finally, we've reached the first island; it's not easy."
Carina nodded, blinking her beautiful eyes. "Since entering the Grand Line, this is the first piece of land we have encountered."
"No matter what, we have to go down and have a look. This is something worth remembering."
Moodie stroked her light blonde hair and said with a smile, "Once we get there, we can let Mr. 9 disembark."
Carmen shrugged her shoulders and joked, "That guy has been out of it for the past two days. He got spooked by Burgess and the others."
Honey Queen wiped the sweat from her forehead and said casually, "Well, those guys are ruthless. Can you blame him for being scared?"
"If he dares to utter another word, he'd probably end up as fish food by now. How would he have the chance to see him?" Princess Vivi explained with a smile, blinking her big eyes.
"Whiskey Peak, on the surface, is welcoming to travelers who land there. However, it's also a gathering spot for bounty hunters who specialize in capturing passing pirates," she continued.
"And this small town serves as a branch of the Baroque Work Club, though not many are aware of it," she added.
Alvida put away her big iron rod, pausing her practice, and said generously, "That's intriguing. A town with a double face. I must take a closer look later."
Kaya, with arched eyebrows and a sweet smile, asked Princess Vivi, "Is it only Whiskey Peak that's like this? Other places are different, right?"
Vivi nodded and smiled, "Yes, other towns are not like this. Whiskey Peak is an exception. But there's no need to worry. These are just ordinary people with little fighting power."
Desire, wiping his sweat with a towel after finishing his training, added, "Once we land there, those outside will surely make some commotion. It's inevitable."
At that moment, Baccarat looked at Ethan, brushed her dark red hair, and said with dignity and elegance, "Ethan, I feel fortunate."
Hearing this, the girls stopped chatting and looked at Baccarat with curiosity.
Ethan, as decisive as ever, headed straight for the door. Perona, floating around in the air, laughed like silver bells and said cheerfully, "It's been a while since I encountered good luck. I'm looking forward to it!"
Honey Queen smiled faintly and remarked, "Indeed, it's been a while. Good luck, huh? Is that Sister Baccarat's Devil Fruit ability?"
Princess Vivi, her beautiful eyes sparkling with surprise and excitement, remarked, "It's unbelievable! Feeling the approach of good luck is amazing!"
Reiju, with a smile despite her furrowed brow, said reassuringly, "Don't be too surprised; you'll get used to it. This time, it's likely the work of a Devil Fruit."
Betty, taking a drag of her cigarette, remained composed. "My bet is on a newcomer this time," she said calmly.
With laughter and chatter, the girls stood up one by one and headed towards the door.
Above the deck.
"It's finally here, thank God!" Mr. 9 exclaimed, standing by the railing and gazing toward Whiskey Peak with evident relief.
"Finally liberated from those frightful days. Couldn't eat well, couldn't sleep well. Thought those ruthless guys were gonna off me. Scary stuff!"
"About time! After days of sailing, we've hit our first island! Woo-hoo!" Burgess cheered, his arms raised in triumph.
"First island calls for a little celebration, doesn't it? Let's leave our mark by wrecking the town right away," Doc Q suggested with a strange smile, reclining in his chair.
Van Augur tapped his shoulder with his gun, expressionless. "Looks like a cactus. Cactus Island, they call it. Grand Line's climate's got to make the landscape different from the Blues."
Law, ever the cold one, held his demon sword and remarked, "Well, we should be prepared for a fight. Always."
Bartolomeo grinned, adjusting his nose ring. "Hope the locals put up a decent fight. I've been itching to try out some new moves."
Kuro pushed his glasses up and reasoned, "With our food running low, snatching some supplies wouldn't hurt."
Lafitte twirled his cane politely. "First time setting foot on a Grand Line island. Exciting stuff, isn't it?"
As noisy footsteps approached, Ethan led a group of people over.
"Whiskey Peak, huh? Looks like a cactus. Unique," Ethan observed.
Nami, eyes gleaming with interest, smiled. "Grand Line islands are truly different. The weather here plays a huge role in shaping the landscape."
Alvida, lugging her large iron rod, nodded in agreement. "Never seen anything quite like it. Truly special."
Makino, with a gentle demeanor, remarked, "Regret not entering the Grand Line sooner. Traveling broadens one's horizons."
Kaya nodded vigorously, her smile warm. "Agreed. Leaving the East Blue made me realize how much I've grown."
Carmen shrugged casually. "This is just the beginning. We'll learn a lot more when we reach the New World."
At Burgess's loud laughter, Gin chimed in, "Captain's appearance means good luck on our side, doesn't it?"
Holding two peculiar weapons, Gin expressed, "Hope we meet some new faces and avoid more Devil Fruits."
Law, still emotional, asked Hawkins, "How many days till the Vice Captain's battle?"
Hawkins engrossed in his card game, replied in his usual low tone, "Haven't been keeping track, but there's still over ten days left."
Hearing their conversation, Bartolomeo chuckled, "Even if I don't stand a chance as the Vice Captain, I still want to compete for the Captain of the first team."
As the boat entered the inland river, the island's lush vegetation came into view, vibrant and teeming with life.
On both banks, a multitude of people stood, waving, smiling, and cheering enthusiastically.
"Welcome to Whiskey Peak! Come ashore and rest. We've prepared plenty of delicious food and wine. You'll eat to your heart's content!"
"Wow, such beautiful ladies! We've got the finest cosmetics here. Let me enhance your beauty a little, hehehe~"
"Come on down and let's toast to the sea! Cheers..."
"It's been ages since we've had visitors! Your arrival has brought life back to our town. Joy is overflowing everywhere! Ho Ho Ho~~"
"Big brothers and sisters, come play with us!..."
Hearing the cheers, Apis's eyes sparkled with joy, her smile sweet and endearing. "They're all so welcoming, such good people, hehehehe~~"
Pato, sitting on the railing, nodded with a smile. "I like them. Good folk all around."
Carina glanced at Apis and Pato, rolling her eyes, and remarked sharply, "Don't be too naive. Keep your guard up. They're probably putting on a show. Can't be too trusting."
Perona, standing on the deck, chimed in, "You two youngsters, beware. There might be some deception at play."
Makino, his dark green hair swaying, looked surprised. "If Vivi hadn't mentioned it, I wouldn't have believed it. They seem genuinely welcoming, making it easy to lower one's guard."
Alvida scoffed, "Sure, but their sincerity could be part of the act. How much practice does it take to pull off such a convincing performance?"
Princess Vivi sighed, "That's why many pirates who landed here never made it out. They fell into their trap."
Just then, Ethan stepped forward, his arms folded, a stern gaze fixed on them.
"Enough!"
A chilling aura emanated from him, causing the air to tremble and sending faint ripples across the shore.
The voices of those people abruptly ceased, their eyes rolling back in their heads as they collapsed to the ground with a resounding thud.
In the sudden silence that followed, a hush fell over the shore, eerie and profound.
Witnessing this scene, everyone stood in stunned disbelief, unable to comprehend what had just transpired.
"The captain's power is astounding, effortlessly subduing them like that," remarked Burgess with a grin. "Conqueror's Haki is perfect for dealing with these grunts."
Doc Q let out a cough, expressing his disappointment. "I wish I had that ability too, alas."
Gin spoke coldly, "Their incessant noise was tiresome. Let them be silent."
Cavendish, gazing at Ethan's back, couldn't hide his envy. "I yearn for such power. With Conqueror's Haki, I'd command the attention of all."
Princess Vivi, her eyes wide with astonishment, could scarcely believe what she had just witnessed. "Is that Conqueror's Haki? It's formidable!"
Recalling the ladies' discussion about Haki types just two days prior, she realized that Conqueror's Haki was among them. However, experiencing it firsthand was an entirely different matter.
Ethan effortlessly subdued the entire shore with just his presence, leaving everyone awestruck.
"It was even more captivating last time," remarked Betty, taking a drag from her cigarette. "I simply commanded a horde of Sea Kings to retreat with a single word."
Honey Queen shot her a sidelong glance, a hint of annoyance in her voice. "Enough with the boasting."
Nami shook her head in amazement. "This world of strength never fails to astonish."
Alvida, her smile radiant, offered a word of wisdom. "Let's not envy. Such power is bestowed upon only the chosen few. We cannot compare ourselves to it."
Moodie nodded in agreement. "Let's simply observe without harboring any illusions. It's beyond our reach."
With Ethan's command, the crew swiftly began to gather the town's belongings, eager to plunder and pillage. Their excitement was palpable as if they had been injected with newfound energy.
As Princess Vivi set foot in the town, she swiftly scanned the crowd until her gaze settled on a middle-aged man with pale golden curly hair—Captain Igaram, the guardian of Alabasta.
Beside him lay a light yellow duck, which served as her mount and was swiftly moving.
"Don't worry, they'll be fine," Baccarat reassured Vivi, patting her shoulders gently. "They've merely fainted, and they will recover later, without any lasting effects."
Reiju, running a hand through his pink hair, chimed in with a smile, "That's the peculiarity of Conqueror's Haki. It only launches a mental attack and does not harm the body."
"Of course, this is also controlled by Ethan, and he doesn't intend to kill them. Otherwise, he could have done so directly," added Carina, blinking her beautiful eyes.
"Remember when Ethan practiced last time? Even the thick wooden boards were shattered," Carina continued, "which means Conqueror's Haki can deliver physical blows, not just an aura."
Perona nodded enthusiastically, her laughter tinkling. "Anyway, this Haki is incredibly powerful. It's truly amazing."
As soon as Mr. 9 landed in the town, Lian retreated to a safe distance, his eyes wide with terror as he stared at Ethan.
Ethan's recent display of power had left him deeply shaken and fearful. "This person is terrifying. I must remain silent, or I'll meet the same fate."
In the presence of Ethan, Lian felt as though he faced a savage beast, devoid of any inclination to resist, and he was almost paralyzed with fear.
Observing the stunned onlookers, Burgess turned to Ethan with curiosity. "Captain, since everyone's so awestruck, it seems they're no strangers to your power."
"The only explanation is that they've encountered Conqueror's Haki," he speculated.
Bartolomeo, with a resigned shrug, lamented, "I was eager for a good fight to test my new skills, but now it seems I was too hasty. It's all for naught."
Ethan, utilizing his Observation Haki, located his target.
"Universal Pull!"
Raising his right hand slowly, a white Uzumaki appeared, exerting a gravitational force on a house a few hundred meters ahead.
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098-099: Kuro Devil Fruit.
100-101: Naval Headquarters Call.
102-103: Robin Joins the crew.