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Chapter 37 - Chapter 36

Chapter 36: Unifying Fishmen Street

"Waa! ! "

With a shout, the tall fish-man was struck and propelled into the air. He landed heavily on the ground and remained unable to rise.

"Woah, so powerful!"

The fish-men watching the fight behind expressed their excitement, declaring, "Just as strong as the legend! "

"Boss Brett! We want to follow you! ! "

The fishmen shouted with enthusiasm.

Brett withdrew his fist and smirked slightly.

"Hmpf, these guys really know how to seize the moment! "

Kuroobi, positioned behind Brett, scoffed, "Didn't the previous boss just get taken down? "

"Please, allow me to follow you, Brother Brett——"

The former boss, who lay on the ground, spoke with difficulty.

"Hahahaha, that's to be expected! "

Arlong laughed heartily, saying, "Brett, you are the one who has inherited Brother Tiger's will and aspires to completely transform Fish-Man Island! "

'Stop boasting.'

Brett felt a headache coming on.

Though Arlong was on his side now, the reversal of roles was somewhat extreme.

He approached the pirate who had fallen to the ground, stating, "So you know what your next steps should be, correct? "

"Yes! "

The fish-man, who had been knocked down, nodded slowly. Despite his weakened state, his gaze was intense, "Please guide us onward, Boss Bright! "

The fish-men raised in Fishman Street had received no formal education. Their guiding principle was that the victor is sovereign.

This situation mirrored that of the pirates in the New World. The weak depend on the strong, ultimately coalescing into a massive pirate organization.

After managing this group of fish-men, it had become quite late, and Brett intended to return home to rest.

"In this case, there won't be much gangs remaining. "

As they made their way back, Kuroobi remarked earnestly, "We are very close to achieving the goal of unifying Fishman Street. "

"This period of hard work has finally started to yield results. "

Hachi smiled, proposing, "To celebrate, Brett, how about enjoying some takoyaki? "

Brett cast a sidelong glance at him. As an octopus man, doesn't he feel embarrassed about suggesting takoyaki?

"No, I don't eat fish pie," he replied casually.

It had indeed been a hectic period.

More than a month had elapsed since he made the official decision to assume the role of Boss of Fishman Street.

For over a month, Brett's life had been quite fulfilling.

During the day, he trained with Jinbei. After supper, he faced an endless stream of challenges from various gangs. Eventually, as the number of challengers dwindled, others began to provoke him.

After more than a month of continuous effort, it was finally nearing an end.

Fishman Street represents the shadowy aspect of Fishman Island. The residents here operate independently of Dragon Palace.

Various gangs, both large and small, play a role in maintaining order, with prominent figures in nearly every area.

Once he secures the backing of these influential individuals, he would naturally rise to become the chief leader of Fishman Street.

This is an action that Tiger has previously executed.

Now, Brett is preparing to undertake a similar endeavor.

Due to the backing of Jinbei and Arlong, there has been minimal opposition to his actions. Although the number of individuals capable of defeating him has been limited by the time available each night, his progress has been rapid.

Moreover, the defection of some previously unbeatable people has brought the objective of unifying the entirety of Fishman Street significantly closer.

As Brett returned home to rest, in another location on Fishman Street.

"Captain Vander decken! Captain! ! That is incredible! That guy Brett is impressive !"

Someone exclaimed, "Another gang has fallen to his prowess. Soon, he will dominate all of Fishman Street just like Boss Tiger! "

"So what? "

A voice in the shadows responded coldly, "I have no interest whatsoever in who presides over Fishman Street. If you have time to concern yourself with such matters, why not contemplate ways to acquire more wealth? "

"Damn it, these impoverished people in Fishman Street are unable to profit from this! Ultimately, they ought to resort to robbing humans! "

The following morning, as Brett was heading to the Mermaid Cafe for breakfast, Arlong appeared promptly before him.

"The latest information," Aaron remarked, "Aside from a few people who are still observing, the remaining fools are preparing to form an alliance against you."

"They seem quite discontented with me."

Brett offered a smile.

There exists a diverse array of fishmen in Fishman Street. Some display friendliness towards him, yet there are certainly others who harbor animosity.

"Do you believe yourself to be Berries? Where everyone likes you?"

Arlong laughed heartily, "But it is inconsequential. As long as you ultimately defeat them, the entire Fishman Street will adhere to your commands. "

In a strict sense, the position of the leader of Fishman Street should resemble that of a recognized chief or co-leader. This individual does not possess absolute authority over Fishman Street.

"Agreed,"

Brett yawned, "Let us conclude this matter tonight. "

"Hahaha! I will notify them and instruct them to prepare for their death! "

". . . It does not need to escalate to that level. "

Today marks another day of persistent training.

Following the end of the session, Jinbei stated, "It is nearly complete. "

"What do you mean? " Brett asked, unsure of his comment.

"The training of Armament Haki and Observation Haki should be reaching a similar point. "

Jinbei smiled and added, "You've felt like you were on the brink of a breakthrough multiple times, right ?"

Brett nodded in contemplation.

Indeed, as Jinbei indicated, there have been several instances where he felt on the verge of channeling his Haki, but each time he fell just short, resulting in failure.

"Tonight could present your opportunity. "

Jinbei asked, "Are you prepared, Brett? "

"Absolutely. "

Brett smiled and nodded affirmatively.

Suddenly, he found himself anticipating it.

'What is the experience of using Haki?'

As the night deepened, Brett, accompanied by Jinbei and Arlong, arrived at Fishman Street, located near the Forest of the Sea.

The little bosses trailing behind recognized him as the leader of Fishman Street. Further back were the people who chose to follow Brett.

"So many people? "

Hachi glanced back in astonishment, "There must be at least tens of thousands, right? "

"Hahahaha, Hachi, how many people on Fishman Street do you believe have chosen to follow Brett at this point? This is merely the more enthusiastic group! "

Arlong chuckled and added, "Tonight marks the final battle! Who wouldn't be interested? "

Hachi observed Brett leading the group. 'Is the boy who has been by their side since childhood about to unify all of Fishman Street?'

Before long, they reached the designated location.

This area was more crowded, with Fismen nearly encircling it, leaving only a clear space in the center.

As Arlong mentioned, numerous people gathered to witness the event.

The opponent for tonight stood in the center of the open area, surrounded by fishmen eagerly watching.

Brett estimated that the large force commanded by several leading fishmen likely exceeded one thousand.

The leading Fishmen turned ashen upon observing Brett's group. The disparity in numbers was overwhelming and even Jinbei was with them.

How could he contend effectively in a direct confrontation?

Brett smiled and stepped forward, "If I defeat you, you will follow me, right? "

A particular fishman clenched his teeth and replied with a strained voice, "That is right! Even though you are a hybrid, should we be defeated by you, we would have no excuse! "

but—

'Do not presume that we will be persuaded simply because there are more people on your side.'

"Then let us begin. "

Brett advanced deliberately, stating, "It is of no consequence whether both of you approach together; I stand as your sole opponent. "

"What! "

The fishman who had just spoken appeared taken aback. "Brett, are you being serious? There are over a thousand of us assembled here! "

"You ought to be the one concerned. "

The electric light surrounding Brett began to flicker, "There are merely a thousand of you. Should you desire to be my opponent, you must muster at least 100,000 people.. "

Jinbei crossed his arms and simply smiled.

If Brett got serious, the figure of 100,000 could potentially pose no challenge.

All that is necessary is for him to transform into a red dragon and unleash fire and electricity.

"Brother Brett! ! "

Upon hearing Brett's audacious declaration, the Fishmen accompanying him erupted in enthusiastic cheers.

This is the kind of arrogance that they want!

"You actually claimed it would take 100,000 people? "

The opposing fishmen could not suppress their excited grins, exclaiming, "What a arrogant guy!"

"Hahahaha! Very well, come here, Brett! If you win, I will gladly follow you! "

"That settles it; let us begin! "

The blue figure moved like a flash, leaving a trail of long blue electric arcs.

So fast!

The leader of the fishmen experienced constricted pupils and could scarcely perceive Brett's trajectory.

In the next instant, he felt a sharp pain in his abdomen and was propelled away.

Like a cannonball, the fishman ejected collided with all those in their path.

"What tremendous strength! ! "

Another fishman leader exclaimed in a state of alarm, "What kind of monster is this guy—"

He had barely completed his statement when a massive electrically charged hand grasped his neck.

"Agh! "

Screaming, he was flung away, knocking aside every fishman in his path.

Amid intense agony, he could only see a blue flash darting through the cluster, with numerous fishmen being sent flying in its wake.

"Everyone, unite! ! Regardless of how powerful he appears, he is merely one person! "

"No, he is far too fast! Our attacks cannot keep pace with him! "

"Unbelievable! This guy is overwhelmingly strong! ! "

Shouts of astonishment and screams resonated throughout.

"It's terrifying, hahaha! It's complete destruction! "

Arlong laughed, articulating, "But that is to be expected, because it is Brett! ! "

The blue electric light surged into the sky, then crashed down to the ground.

The ground shattered instantaneously, and the resulting shockwaves dispersed the nearby fishmen.

"That's enough ! stop, Brett, no, Boss Brett! "

A fishman shouted vociferously, "We give up!"

Brett let out a slow sigh of relief and surveyed his surroundings. Very few fishmen remained standing.

He turned his gaze towards the fishman who had spoken.

The fish man was partially kneeling on the ground, breathing heavily, gazing up at him with enthusiasm, "This level of power - such extraordinary power! ! Brother Jinbei and Arlong were right, you are the leader of the fishman street."

"Boss Bright! ! "

"Boss Bright! ! "

Cheers erupted suddenly.

First from the hostile fismen who remained awake, then from those accompanying Brett, followed by all the fishmen who had gathered for the spectacle.

The unified cheers nearly reverberated through the immense bubble overhead.

Brett surveyed his surroundings, noting only the excited and smiling faces.

He tightened his right fist.

Unseen waves enveloped the fist in silence.

He had not recognized it before, but he found himself naturally awakened.

Brett grinned and lifted his right fist.

"From this day forward, I will guide you onward! "

"Oh! ! ! "

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