As per usual, before making any purchases, Xiano turned on the faucet to fill some water while first checking his Points.
[You sacrificed Sengoku's Golden Buddha Foil and obtained 3,500 Points.]
This was a fragment shaken loose during their battle, roughly half a meter in diameter. Xiano didn't hesitate and sacrificed it on the spot.
That old man Sengoku, as an increasingly irritating enemy, would've had his weapons taken and sacrificed without a second thought if he carried any.
Too bad he didn't.
Not even a pair of gloves.
Oddly enough, from the oldest Whitebeard to the youngest Red Hair, all Four Emperors wielded their signature weapons—Ten Clouds, Great Fast, Napoleon, Griffin—each renowned across the seas alongside their wielders.
But the Marines were the exact opposite.
The previous generation—Sengoku, Garp, and the still two-armed Zephyr—and the current generation, the Three Admirals (Pheasant, Dog, and Monkey), relied on their fists as weapons, discounting their Devil Fruit abilities.
All Xiano could do was settle for snatching things like the Dog-head hat or a cap…
Anyway.
After deducting the 2,000 Points spent earlier to track down Blackbeard and adding the fleece from Sengoku, Xiano's remaining Points now stood at a very auspicious 66,000.
Surely this time, his luck would hold… right?
The trading market page unfolded before him. Brushing his teeth, Xiano glanced at the first item.
[Sunflower Shooter Seed]
[Type: Special Item]
[Price: 1,200 Points]
[Description: A special plant seed from the PVZ world, modified by Crazy Dave to combine the best traits. Can be cultivated into a Sunflower Shooter after planting.]
[Does not attack, does not produce sunlight, but is genuinely pretty to look at.]
[Seller's Note: Wubba wubba, wubba wub!]
"?"
Toothbrush dangling from his mouth, Xiano tilted his head.
He checked again, then tilted further—so far his ear nearly touched his shoulder.
Seriously? You're selling this thing, and at such a high price?
What a terrible start.
Next!
...
[Iridium Sprinkler]
[Type: Tool]
[Price: 4,800 Points]
[Description: An automatic irrigation tool from the Stardew Valley world. Purchase grants 24 Iridium Sprinklers, freeing your hands from farming labor forever. Comes with a free pair of Lewis's purple shorts.]
[Seller's Note: AAAAAAH! Last time I saw that Three-Headed Hellhound famous sword from the Pirate world, I was so tempted, but I was busy mining and forgot to buy it. Hope I can see it again, wuwuwu~]
"Hmm…"
Xiano side-eyed the listing before spitting out the toothpaste foam.
Well, it seemed his own items were still in high demand.
But this guy—no, this gal—really…
If you're farming, then focus on farming. What's a vegetable seller doing eyeing famous swords?
Please do me a favor and never appear in my trading market again. Thanks.
Shoo, next!
...
Third, fourth, fifth.
In the blink of an eye, half the trading market's current refresh was already gone.
But the results were all similar to the first two items—completely useless and utterly unappealing to buy.
How could my luck be this bad?
Did I use up all my good fortune by getting too many good items in previous rolls, and now I have to pay it back?
Xiano grumbled internally as he brushed his teeth, then grabbed a towel and vigorously scrubbed his face, hoping to wipe away the bad luck.
After finishing his morning routine, he turned back to the trading market and scrolled down once more.
This time, he finally struck gold—
[Solar Fist]
[Type: Training Manual]
[Price: 8,900 Points]
[Description: Originating from the Dragon Ball World, this powerful crowd-control technique was first used by Tien Shinhan. By gathering ki in both hands and releasing it instantly, it creates a blinding flash of light comparable to the sun, temporarily blinding all enemies within range.]
[Note: Enemies wearing sunglasses will significantly reduce this skill's effectiveness.]
[Seller's Note: Extreme anger and resentment awakened my Super Saiyan Bloodline. Just killed Vegeta and am now preparing to go after Frieza. Grateful, thankful—I hereby retract all my previous slander against fellow travelers in the Pirate World.]
Expensive, but an incredibly useful control skill.
Xiano wasn't lacking in offensive, defensive, or survival skills—what he really needed was something like this to forcibly control the battlefield.
Conqueror's Haki had a similar effect, but it was only good for clearing out weaklings and barely worked on stronger opponents.
The Solar Fist was different.
Even if one of the Four Emperors or the Three Admirals showed up, they'd momentarily lose their perception if caught off guard…
Well, except for Kizaru—he was an exception and had to be excluded.
"But why is this guy thanking me?"
Xiano scratched his head, utterly baffled.
First cursing, now thanking.
Who knew what this fellow traveler had gone through in the Dragon Ball World…
He vaguely remembered that the system had been targeting this guy for months, tormenting him relentlessly.
Even though his own sacrificial offerings barely made up a fraction of the item pool, most of them had ended up with this guy.
Judging by the description, this guy seemed like a decent person—kind of pitiable, really.
System…
Please try to be a little kinder to him from now on.
As for this rare Solar Fist manual, he'd gladly take it.
Added to cart.
Next!
...
[Right-Edged Blade]
[Type: Weapon]
[Price: 600 Points]
[Description: Originating from the Rurouni Kenshin World, this blade radiates overwhelming bloodlust and can only be wielded by those with unshakable conviction. Kenshin used this sword to kill countless people, earning the name "Battousai the Manslayer." Later, burdened by guilt, he switched to a Reverse-Edged Blade and vowed never to kill again, abandoning this sword.]
[Seller's Note: None. Contact lost.]
It had been a while since he'd seen a sword.
Xiano glanced back at the Greatsword Masamune slung over his shoulder, reminiscing about the time Red Hair had lent him a helping hand. The nostalgia hit him hard.
Swords were always sold cheaply, after all.
The Greatsword Masamune was nearly on par with Supreme Grade Swords, and this one was priced similarly, so it probably wasn't far behind.
He had no intention of replacing his own sword, and Kuina seemed to be using her Haki to nurture her Wado Ichimonji, so she wouldn't be switching blades anytime soon either.
Still, for just a few hundred Points, he might as well buy it and stash it away.
Perhaps among the new crew members of the future Curtain Closer, there might be a Master Swordsman?
...
Moving on to the next item.
Xiano's eyes lit up the moment he glanced at it.
Tsk, washing his face really did bring him luck. Starting with Solar Fist, every item he'd rolled since had been useful.
This one was no exception—
[Mount Myōboku Summoning Technique] [Type: Cultivation Manual]
[Price: 4,000 Points]
[Description: A secret technique from the world of Naruto, originating from one of the Three Great Sage Regions, Mount Myōboku. Once mastered, you can form a summoning contract with a trusted pet, allowing you to summon it to your side from anywhere in the world for 2,000 Points.]
[Seller's Note: Boring. I transmigrated too late—woke up straight into Boruto. All the girls I liked are married now.]
For someone without a pet, this thing would be useless outside the Naruto world.
But as luck would have it, he actually had two.
One was a diabetic, lazy dog he'd raised since childhood, who did nothing but eat and sleep all day. The other was a mischievous cat that loved climbing into his arms whenever it got the chance.
Xiano stroked his chin thoughtfully.
Come to think of it.
Time flew. It had already been months since Nuomici evolved into Gatomon after consuming the Digi-Gem.
It shouldn't be long before she evolved into Angewomon, right?
Better safe than sorry. Buy it! Next!
...
[Doraemon's Bamboo Copter]
[Type: Flight Tool]
[Price: 600 Points]
[Description: A futuristic gadget from the world of Doraemon. This small propeller device attaches to the head and allows flight via mental control, with a top speed of 80 km/h and an 8-hour battery life. Ideal for short-distance travel or aerial exploration.]
[Seller's Note: Time flies. It's been five years since I went exploring at Gian's place…]
Xiano had no idea what the note meant.
But his fingers moved faster than his thoughts—the item was in his cart within a second.
Every man carries a piece of his childhood self in his heart. Once that inner child signals approval, who could resist the allure of a Bamboo Copter?
That said.
He'd have to play with it somewhere private. It wouldn't do for a Sea Emperor to be seen like this…
...
[Groudon's Land Creation Secret Technique]
[Type: Cultivation Manual]
[Price: 25,000 Points]
[Description: A unique ability of the Legendary Pokémon Groudon, the Continent Pokémon, from the world of Pokémon. After mastering this technique, you can expend Points to raise land from the ocean, creating new islands or even continents.]
[The size of the landmass depends on the amount of Points spent.]
[Seller's Note: Always hearing that Dragon guy complain about his Pirate peers, but I've never rolled any of his stuff. What's he even selling? Getting more curious by the day.]
Xiano's pupils contracted slightly.
The cheerful expression from buying the Bamboo Copter vanished, replaced by solemnity.
25,000 Points.
This was the most expensive item he'd ever encountered.
Yet it offered almost no direct boost to his combat strength.
If he weren't in the Pirate world, Xiano wouldn't have hesitated to skip it entirely.
But the Pirate world… truly needed this.
In the near future, a great tsunami will erupt, the sea level will rise sharply, and the ocean will engulf the entire world...
This is no longer a prophecy but an undeniable fact destined to happen.
The Celestial Dragons perched high upon the Red Line, the centuries-long construction of the Bridge Kingdom, the legendary mission of the Sea King of Fish-Man Island...
All of it serves as proof.
Back in Cocoyashi Village, he had pondered how to solve this problem, but at the time, his focus was on defeating Arlong.
These matters were too distant, far beyond his concerns.
After all, when the sky falls, the tall ones will hold it up.
But now...
He had become one of those towering figures.
With great power comes great responsibility—some burdens must be shouldered.
"Purchased."
Xiano grinned, no longer hesitating as he added it to his cart.
Spending so much at once was undeniably painful, but if that day truly came, and spending tens of thousands of Points could save billions of lives...
It would all be worth it.
Of course, this was for the greater good.
On a personal level, this secret technique also held great utility, especially for a leader like him, who had just begun expanding his territory.
In the future, if land within his domain became insufficient or adjustments were needed, this technique could create islands out of thin air on any sea, tailored to his requirements.
Speaking of which...
The Sunset was currently anchored at the heart of these seven islands—the harbor of Crescent Moon Island.
His crew had flawlessly executed his orders.
While he was attending the banquet on Whitebeard's ship and pursuing Blackbeard...
They had consolidated and incorporated the five unclaimed islands of the Wisteria Sea, officially bringing them under the Curtain Closer's banner.
As for the Whitebeard Pirates...
The Ice Witch, White Bay, had reached out days prior, withdrawing with her subordinates and ceding the prosperous trade hub of Mist Star Island to him.
First, to repay part of the life-saving debt;
Second, likely due to strategic adjustments within the Whitebeard Pirates.
This sea had originally served as a buffer zone between the Beasts Pirates and the Whitebeard Pirates, with each controlling an island at the farthest edges, as distant from each other as possible.
Like driving a nail into the buffer, serving as an outpost.
Now, with the buffer zone under new ownership—and a friendly one at that—holding onto Mist Star Island would be tactless.
Better to yield it as a gesture of goodwill.
Whitebeard had relinquished Mist Star Island, but Morning Star Island remained in the Beasts' grasp.
Would Kaido be willing to extend this courtesy?
Whether he did or not mattered little. One could hardly tolerate others snoring beside their bed—Xiano couldn't allow the Beasts to keep this nail embedded in his territory.
Thus, he had assigned officers to the farthest island to expel the Beasts' forces and take control.
Jack and Robin were tasked with this mission—one outstanding in combat, the other sharp and reliable. Completing it should be simple.
The results would likely arrive before nightfall today.
Shaking off his thoughts, Xiano turned his attention back to the trading market.
This could be considered a dramatic reversal—after enduring hardships, sweetness finally arrived. The first five items were increasingly useless, but all five of the latter ended up in his shopping cart.
A bountiful harvest indeed.
Time to check out.
The five items totaled 39,100 Points, leaving him with 26,900 Points—just enough to get by.
After closing the system panel, Xiano headed to the cafeteria, quickly finished breakfast, and then holed himself up in the training room.
The newly acquired manuals all required personal cultivation and comprehension. He couldn't let those Points go to waste—he had to master them all as quickly as possible in the coming days.
And without a doubt, Solar Fist took top priority.
...
That night.
"Solar Fist!"
Hum!
The entire training room was instantly engulfed in blinding white light, as if a sun had risen within.
A moment later, the door swung open, and Xiano stepped out with a satisfied smile.
Progress was decent. It had only taken him a day to grasp the basics. At this rate, he'd achieve minor mastery within a few days and be able to use it in actual combat.
Just then, he spotted Nami at the end of the corridor, drenched in sweat, rushing toward him in a hurry…
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