In the Grand Line.
Inside the gorgeous castle in Thriller Bark, Robin held a glass of red wine and sat across from Luke.
Watching Luke hang up the Den Den Mushi, she couldn't help but curiously ask: "Is he Gild Tesoro?"
Regarding the matter of the Golden Emperor, Luke did not hide it from her.
Because from the beginning, he planned to train Robin to be his own assistant, responsible for all the large and small affairs of the Netherworld Pirate.
Carina was even arranged to lurk in the Enies Lobby.
Currently, only she knows about it among the Netherworld Pirates.
Even Nami and Nojiko, who usually have a good relationship with Carina, have no idea where this little sister, whom they just met and had a good time with, went.
They only know that Luke has arranged for her to perform a secret mission.
"I didn't expect that the guy called the Golden Emperor turned out to be your subordinate..."
Robin exclaimed in surprise.
If Luke hadn't revealed it, she wouldn't have believed it.
The one who has been repeatedly reported by the World Economy News, who was said that has invested a huge amount of money to build a ten-kilometer-long giant ship, the Gran Tesoro, and is preparing to build the world's largest entertainment city.
The super-rich Golden Emperor was actually Luke's subordinate from the beginning.
Judging from his age, wouldn't it mean that he had already started planning very early?
It's really shocking.
"Some people think they are capable and have gained something..."
Putting the Den Den Mushi down, he lifted the goblet and took a sip of red wine.
Luke's tone was full of sarcasm as he spoke: "Always give them a tight collar around their neck!"
He had long known what kind of person the Gild Tesoro was.
But there is no denying that the other party's business acumen and abilities in all aspects are outstanding.
There is also a lot of potential in terms of strength, and it won't be long before that guy's Paramecia: Gol-Gol Fruit awakens.
Such a guy is quite useful.
However, he has to tap it from time to time to tighten the collar.
"Then, the princess of Dressrosa?"
Robin smiled.
This man is good at everything, but he's so affectionate.
There seem to be more and more women around him.
He just got an extra woman named Kalifa.
Now, another royal princess is coming.
"She is the user of the Paramecia: Glare-Glare Fruit. Not only can she see through objects, but she can also see through people's hearts..."
Luke didn't hide anything and said frankly: "The Netherworld Pirates have begun to take shape, and the future development will only be more rapid. There are other forces in the World Government, and they may put some undercover agents in... I need to use her ability to confirm the loyalty of those in the team!"
This is, of course, only one aspect.
Although he is conceited, he is not arrogant.
He doesn't foolishly think that as long as he stands there and shows off his domineering aura, those arrogant and rebellious geniuses will bow to him.
Therefore, he was planning to recruit Violet, the former royal princess of Dressrosa who had the Paramecia: Glare-Glare Fruit.
Once he finds out someone has evil intentions.
Luke will never show mercy.
In short, it would not be a mistake to be cautious.
"I see!"
In the blink of an eye, another week has passed.
As the instigator, Luke completely ignores the turmoil of the outside world.
After settling down CP9 members such as Lucci, Kaku, and Kalifa, he devoted all his energy to devil fruit development.
There was no other reason than that his Paramecia: Shadow-Shadow Fruit ability was inexplicably awakened.
It may seem sudden, but in fact, there are traces to follow, or it may be said as a matter of course.
Normally, when the body and mind of the devil fruit user catch up, the devil fruit will awaken.
Ever since he obtained the Shadow-Shadow Fruit, Luke has never slackened on the development of his devil fruit abilities, and his use and control of the devil fruit abilities have far surpassed the previous user, Gecko Moria.
Especially after injecting lineage factor serum, he endured unimaginable pain all the time for three days and three nights and continued to hone himself in the long-suffering.
Luke's strong will has long been tempered like a rock and has become indestructible.
Even Conqueror Haki's has become stronger with the transformation of his soul, and has even reached the point where he can compete with strong men like Garp without falling behind.
His physique has also been greatly strengthened, and it is not an exaggeration to say that he has become a veritable humanoid monster.
His own strength seems to have undergone earth-shaking changes.
It can be said that he has officially entered the ranks of the strong.
Under this premise, his devil fruit, Shadow-Shadow Fruit, naturally awakened.
It's surprising, but it's also expected.
"Shadow Torrent!"
Luke's figure stood on the training ground.
His hands were open, and his eyes were flashing with a strange red light.
His eyes sharpened suddenly.
In an instant.
The entire giant ship seemed to be shaking.
In addition to the members of the Netherworld Pirate and the zombie army, there are countless snakes, insects, rats, ants, birds and beasts on the island; even rocks, forests, buildings…
Regardless of whether they are living or non-living bodies, their shadows are all the same; they flow out as if in a liquid state and separate themselves from the host.
"Whoosh..."
The shadows in the sky turned into a black mass and gathered together…
And Luke controls them as he pleases, constantly changing and mimicking anything he thinks.
He even directly transformed into a black shadow giant who was hundreds of meters tall, far beyond Oars.
"Gulu! Is this the awakened ability of the Shadow-Shadow Fruit's ability?"
Witnessing this horrific scene.
Nami's eyes widened, shocked.
"Hiss-"
"It's really exaggerated!"
"What are you thinking about? It's not that the devil fruit is powerful, but that Luke-sama himself is powerful!"
"Gecko Moria has the Shadow-Shadow Fruit for too long, but in the end, he couldn't even develop the ability in-depth, let alone awaken it!"
Not only her but also Law, Lucci, Kid, and others couldn't help but open their mouths wide.
They stared blankly at the unbelievably huge black shadow giant that covered the sky and the sun.
"Crash-"
The next moment, the huge shadow giant once again turned into a torrent of black shadows that filled the sky and gradually dispersed.
"Luke, the Shadow-Shadow Fruit after awakening is really powerful!"
Robin came over, full of wonder.
Even if she closes her eyes, she knows that the exaggerated behemoth just now is definitely not a fancy showpiece.
She couldn't imagine how terrifying it would be if that giant punched down.
At the very least, don't talk about this giant ship.
Even if it were to be replaced by a small island, I'm afraid it wouldn't be able to sustain it.
It will fall apart in an instant.
Sink directly to the bottom of the sea.
"So-so..."
Luke chuckles; this is just after the awakening of the Shadow-Shadow Fruit ability.
It's just a partial reflection of the Devil Fruit's ability after being greatly strengthened.
Although he cannot directly turn inanimate objects into shadows, he can make anything.
Whether it is a living body or the shadow of a non-living body, it is separated from the main body and controlled by him.
And he can control its form at will.
It can be turned into a huge shield, a large number of sharp blades, countless vines, etc., which can be used for defense, as well as to tear, penetrate, and bind the target.
It can also be turned into a huge torrent of black shadows.
Devour and crush the target.
"However, the most surprising thing is this... shadow world!"
Luke said with a smile.
Under his foot, a dark hole appeared.
And his whole body actually sank into the shadow at a speed visible to the naked eye.
"Is this?"
Robin's pupils shrank sharply.
Looking at Luke, who disappeared in the blink of an eye, she was stunned.
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