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The air crackled with fire and electricity as Ace and I faced off, our bodies tense with the anticipation of battle. I could feel the adrenaline coursing through my veins, my heart pounding in my chest as we circled each other, sizing up our formidable opponent.
Ace's eyes narrowed, his gaze burning with a fierce determination. Without warning, he unleashed a torrent of scorching flames, the air shimmering with the intense heat.
Unfazed I reacted instinctively, summoning a powerful magnetic field to shield myself from the onslaught.
The collision of our attacks was deafening, the ground trembling beneath our feet as the magnetic and fire-based energies collided in a dazzling display.
Sweat beaded on my brow as I poured every ounce of my focus and strength into maintaining my defense. Ace pressed his advantage, his movements a blur as he unleashed a relentless barrage of fiery strikes.
I struggled to keep up, my magnetic barriers straining to withstand the sheer intensity of his assault. But I refused to back down, my own attacks intensifying as I sought an opening.
The battle raged on, our clash of titans that seemed to defy the laws of nature. Ace's flames licked at the edges of my defenses, while hurtled magnetic punches of my own towards him with blinding speed.
Neither of us was willing to concede an inch, our determination fueling our every move.
We were at it for hours. Ace was a good fighter that was oblivious with out laying hands, I had after all read the manga and know that the youth in font of me had been fighting his entire life, but trading blows had put things into perspective. Even with the help of the system this guy was a monster. For the second time in a long time I felt alive! That same burning feeling I had when I was fighting Scally Wagg. This made me want to go further. I knew Ace could handle it.
Just when it seemed like the fight had reached a stalemate, Ace made a crucial mistake. Overconfident in his abilities, he left himself momentarily exposed, and I seized the opportunity.
Concentrating my magnetic fields around my fist, I channeled my devil fruit powers to their absolute limit. The air around my clenched hand began to shimmer and distort, as the intense magnetic energy I had summoned started to manifest in a visible display.
Rapidly, a faint purple hue began to glow around my fist, the color deepening and intensifying with each passing moment. The magnetic fields were becoming so powerful that they were interacting with the very air molecules, causing them to ionize and emit a mesmerizing, violet-tinged light.
Time started to slow down. The world around us became more vivid. More acute.
I could feel the raw power coursing through my veins, the weight of the magnetic forces I had harnessed pressing down on me. Time started to slow down. The world around us became more vivid. More acute.
It was a sensation unlike anything I had experienced before – a perfect blend of exhilaration and the knowledge that I was teetering on the edge of something truly extraordinary.
The purple glow around my fist continued to grow, the air crackling with electricity as the magnetic fields reached a fever pitch
"Ionized Flux... PLASMAAAAA!"
Releasing every ounce of my magnetic power, I unleashed a devastating surge of energy that sent Ace hurtling backwards, his body slamming against the wall of the cave with a sickening thud.
For a moment, he lay motionless, and I feared the worst. But to my surprise, Ace slowly fell to his feet, his expression a mix of awe and respect.
I could see the bruises and burns that marred his chest, a testament to the intensity of our clash. I was starting to regret my actions yet, despite his injuries, he flashed me a grin, acknowledging my hard-won victory.
"You're a worthy opponent," Ace said, his voice tinged with a newfound respect. His knees buckled, and he collapsed to the ground, his body battered and weary from our intense clash.
Without hesitation, I rushed to his side, pulling water and first-aid supplies from my inventory. "Are you okay?" I asked, my brow furrowed with concern, worried that I might have pushed him beyond his limits.
Upon closer inspection, I could see that Ace was a little worse for wear, but his injuries were not life-threatening. Relieved, I set to work tending to his wounds, applying soothing salves and bandages where needed.
"Here," I said, offering him some food I had stashed. "This should help you regain your strength."
Ace accepted the food gratefully, his eyes reflecting a newfound respect and admiration as he gazed up at me. After that me and Ace chatted a bit and he seemed to have opened up a lot more. The intensity of our battle had forged a bond between us, a mutual understanding that transcended the mere clash of powers. We were now certified Bros.
[NEW QUEST UNLOCKED]
[MAKE ACE YOUR VICE CAPTIAN AND HAVE HIM BECOME YOUR NAKAMA]
[REWARDS:
- 3 LEVELS
-1 MYSTERY GIFT]
What are these mystery gifts I keep getting a lot of them.
[WOULD YOU LIKE TO OPEN MYSTERY GIFT]
[YES/NO]
Yes
[CONGRATULATIONS YOU HAVE RECIVED:Â Water Jet Blueprint]
A blueprint?
[Water Jet Blueprint
Item Type: Mechanical Device
Class Requirement: Machinist (Beginner)
Description:
The Water Jet is a sophisticated mechanical device designed for the Machinist class, providing enhanced mobility and tactical advantage in various situations. Crafted with precision engineering and can be powered by a users devil fruit or any other suitable power source, this blueprint details the construction of the Jet. By consuming this Blueprint you gain all the required knowledge to craft a Water Jet]
Well here goes nothing
[WOULD YOU LIKE TO CONSUME BLUEPRINT]
[YES/NO]
Yes
 It was as if the very information contained within the schematic had been imprinted directly into my mind, bypassing the need for any conscious study or analysis.
In an instant, I found myself privy to a wealth of knowledge about water jets – from the intricate mechanics of their inner workings to the precise steps required to construct one from scratch.Â
 It was as if the blueprint had unlocked a hidden well of expertise within me, granting me a comprehensive understanding that transcended mere observation or research. With that I opened the other 2 mystery gifts which were also blueprints. One for steel making and Metallurgy which complemented my devil fruit.
[Steel Forge Blueprint
Item Type: Forge Blueprint
Class Requirement: Machinist
Description:
The Steel Forge Blueprint unveils a groundbreaking design for metallurgists seeking to harness the mystical properties of ore in the art of steelmaking and metallurgy within the world of One Piece. Crafted with Devil fruit knowledge and advanced engineering, this blueprint elucidates the construction of the Steel Forge.]
And last but not least....
[Kairoseki Lightsaber Blueprint
Item Type: Melee Weapon Blueprint
Class Requirement: Machinist
Description:
The Kairoseki Lightsaber Blueprint presents a groundbreaking design for warriors seeking a formidable melee weapon imbued with the mystical properties of Kairoseki ore, rather than traditional Kyber crystals. Crafted with precision craftsmanship and metallurgy, this blueprint outlines the construction of the Kairoseki Lightsaber.]
What the heck is this Star Wars? But then again this proved that there was more to Sea Stone, Kairoseki, then the manga and world let on.
[NEW QUEST]
[FIND THE SECRETS OF KAIROSEKI]
[The World Government has hid more than just the secrets of the void century! Research, Experiment, and Uncover the secrets of Kairoseki]
[Rewards:
- Class progression
- 3 Levels
- Bronze grade blueprint]
I can see the path that the system wanted me to follow and to be honest I was thinking in the same direction. There was definitely more to Sea Stone and it's properties than mentioned in the manga. from what we know I it is an element that is hard as diamonds. mostly found on islands with volcanos, i.e. Wano, and when particulates of said stone are thrown into the atmosphere it creates sea clouds. But all that can wait for now.
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Except for the last one, these blueprints were really convenient considering our situation. All of which I had received back when I was exploring the bustling streets of Logue Town.
"I wonder if you're safe, Robin," I sigh
"Who is Robin?" a voice behind me asks, puzzled.
After our fight Ace and I had mostly recovered. I was amazing what milk and meat in this world can do.
"Your future sister-in-law," I reply matter-of-factly.
"What?" Ace exclaims, clearly taken aback by the revelation.
"Are we not brothers? Did I not just kick your ass to prove it?" I tease him with a mischievous grin.
"Whatever, bro. You just got lucky that time," he says with a competitive smile.
"Whatever helps you sleep at night, dude. Anyway, we still need to find a way off this island. I wonder what other treasures it might be hiding," I say, eager to explore further.
And with that we were off again searching the island for anything we can find or use to get of the island. Eventually, we happened upon another cave. This time, there was no bird monster, but rather an old, weathered Viking ship. The massive vessel, its wooden hull worn by the elements.
As we approached the ship, we were struck by the sight of the deck, littered with rusted swords, shields, and other ancient weaponry. In the center of the deck, a giant sword stood embedded in the wood, its hilt glinting in the sunlight.
"This must have been the Viking's prized possession," I mused, running my fingers along the intricate carvings on the sword's guard.
"Do I melt it down and use the metal, or do we try to restore it?" I asked, my gaze fixed on the ancient weapon.
Ace contemplated the options, his brow furrowed in thought.
"That's a tough call," he said, running his fingers along the intricate carvings on the sword's guard.
"On one hand, the metal could be incredibly valuable and useful for our escape. But on the other, this sword seems to be a significant artifact, a piece of history that deserves to be preserved."
Since when was this guy so sensible? I'm starting to thing this is an alternate One Piece Universe. That or have I have messed up the timeline MCU style. But fire for brains does make a good point. Also Robin, being the history buff that she is, would also appreciate something like this.
 "Since when were you the voice of reason, huh?" I teased, nudging him playfully.
Ace grinned, his eyes sparkling with mischief. I think I like this Ace better, or maybe this was him all along. Focusing back on the ancient sword Infront of me I make up my mind by storing it my inventory.
"Is that also part of your devil fruit powers?" Ace asks.
"You can say that"
"Tell you what Ace"
"What"
"Have you ever seen or ridden a boat made entirely out of metal?" I say with a dubious smile.
He gives me dead pan look.
"Are you stupid?"
"How about this. If I make a boat that not only gets us out of here, but is so fast that it takes us from here to the next Island in less than a day, you have to join me in MY crew and become my vice captain." I look at him with a mocking grin.
"Deal" he says shaking my hand on it.
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Chapter Title: Deal or no Deal?