"Hey! Look, that fool is doing push-ups again!"
"I really don't know what that fool is thinking, does he think he can become stronger this way?"
"Hahahaha! If that's how you get stronger, then we can just go back and retire!"
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On a coastal beach, several people holding large swords were pointing and gesturing at someone.
Watching the man doing standard push-ups not far away, their faces were filled with smiles, and sarcastic remarks occasionally popped out of their mouths.
"93!"
"94!"
"95!"
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"100!"
Qin Ze counted as he exercised.
With the last push-up finished.
He stood up and clapped the sand off his hands.
Changing his posture, he sat up on the beach.
Qin Ze was shirtless, his muscle lines were perfect.
Looking at the waves rolled up by the sea breeze, he couldn't help but feel a surge of emotions.
"It's been almost two months since I came here, I wonder if I can ever go back…"
As an anime fan, Qin Ze had countless times imagined entering the anime world.
Fighting alongside the characters, jointly defeating enemies and clearing levels, and reaching the pinnacle of the world.
But he never expected it to actually come true now.
Two months ago, Qin Ze was at home watching the hot-blooded anime "One-Punch Man."
Suddenly, he felt dizzy, his vision went black, and when he opened his eyes, he was in a strange world.
No! That's not right!
It should be more accurate to say it was a world that was both familiar and strange.
Because this was actually the Pirate World from the anime of his previous life.
However, Qin Ze arrived a bit early; it was still forty or fifty years before the start of the Pirate King anime.
Let alone the protagonist Luffy, even his father, Dragon of the Revolutionary Army, hadn't been born yet.
At this time, Roger had not yet become the Pirate King, and Edward was not yet so fond of adopting sons.
Big Mom was still a beautiful girl, and Kaido hadn't eaten a Devil Fruit yet.
It was still forty years until the famous Summit War.
This was a chaotic era, an era dominated by the Rocks Pirates on the seas.
And the place where Qin Ze was located was Pirate Island, Hachinosu.
The main base of the Rocks Pirates.
Qin Ze's identity after transmigrating was arranged to be a new pirate in the Rocks Pirates.
To put it nicely, it was a pirate crew.
In reality, they were just ambitious individuals who had gathered together for treasure.
Each of them harbored ulterior motives and were fierce and cruel.
This also led to frequent infighting here.
There was no justice; only strength was the foundation for survival.
Therefore.
Ever since Qin Ze arrived here, he had been working hard to make himself stronger.
Every day, 100 push-ups, 100 sit-ups, 100 squats, and a 10-kilometer long-distance run.
Because after transmigrating to this world, he discovered that he had inherited Saitama's physique.
Although he was somewhat puzzled as to why he would acquire Saitama's physique in the Pirate era.
Is it just because the anime he watched was One-Punch Man?
However, he didn't dwell on it too much, after all, Saitama's strength had broken through his limiter.
Moreover.
During these two months of training.
Qin Ze also awakened the Three-Color Haki of the Pirate World.
Observation Haki, Armament Haki, and the most mysterious Haoshoku.
Although many people have many explanations for these Three-Color Haki.
But Qin Ze believes that these Three-Color Haki can be summarized into three words.
Perception, enhancement, and spiritual deterrence.
Through Observation Haki, the conversations of those pirates.
Were all clearly perceived by Qin Ze.
Such incidents had occurred countless times in these two months.
Qin Ze didn't pay much attention to it.
As long as they didn't bother him, he didn't mind continuing to train like this.
You know.
In the original One-Punch manga, Saitama took three years to reach the level of breaking his limiter.
And would he be the same?
Uh… I hope I don't lose my hair then.
Touching the hair on his head, Qin Ze couldn't help but think of this crucial issue.
Just as Qin Ze was still pondering.
Through his outward Observation Haki, Qin Ze sensed someone approaching.
After seeing who it was, he immediately broke into a smile.
"Yo! Qin Ze, long time no see!"
A man, six meters tall, holding a Haki long sword, with golden beard and hair, walked over.
It was Edward Newgate, who would be known as the strongest man on Earth decades later: Whitebeard.
However, he was in his prime at this time and had not yet earned the title "Whitebeard."
Qin Ze laughed: "What wind blew you here!"
"gurahaha!"
Edward laughed loudly: "I specially came to see you!"
With that! He casually found a spot next to Qin Ze, sat down, and propped his Murakumogiri in the sand.
The two had met a month ago.
One time, when Qin Ze was dealing with some small fry on the island, Edward happened to see him.
Seeing his good skills, the hot-blooded Edward insisted on having a few rounds with him.
It could be said that they became acquainted through fighting, and their temperaments matched.
The two thus became friends.
"Hahaha! I'm afraid there's something going on!"
Qin Ze laughed.
Having been here for so long, Edward suddenly came to him today.
He didn't think it was just a simple visit.
Edward heard this, laughed "gurahaha!", and leaned in front of Qin Ze.
"My brother understands me best!"
"To be honest, the official crew test is starting tomorrow, and I hope you can join my division."
"You'll become an official crew member directly then, and in my crew, there are quite a few benefits…"
He understood Qin Ze's strength; although he usually didn't show off much.
But a month ago, he had personally experienced his physical combat skills, which could be said to be those of a martial arts genius, a rare sight.
Facing the olive branch extended by Edward, Qin Ze actually already had a plan in mind.
If he were to join a division within the Rocks Pirates, then Whitebeard's crew would definitely be the first choice.
Not only because of his immense strength, but also his loyalty to his brothers and his yearning for family.
In this pirate crew full of schemes, he was a breath of fresh air.
And most importantly, he doesn't have the habit of adopting sons yet…
"Hahaha! Of course, it's my honor to be able to join your division!"
Qin Ze smiled and nodded, directly accepting Edward's invitation.
"gurahaha!"
"So straightforward, worthy of being the person I admire!"
Edward laughed loudly and patted Qin Ze's shoulder.
He swung the long robe on his back.
And actually pulled out a jar of wine and two large bowls from inside.
"How can we not drink when meeting friends!"
"Today, let's drink to our heart's content…"
With that.
He started drinking on his own.
For this man who loved alcohol as much as his life.
Qin Ze smiled and shook his head.
But a hint of determination flashed in his eyes.
Joining a pirate crew…
Since he had come to this world, he had to make a name for himself.
A smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.
Immediately after.
He picked up the remaining bowl, and the two drank heartily.