"This aura really does resemble that of a God!"
Zephyr stroked his chin, watching the so-called war of Gods, and said thoughtfully: "Possessing the speed at the same level as Glint-Glint Fruit, and also wielding the destructive force of lightning."
His tone held a hint of amazement: "It truly is a powerful Devil Fruit! It would be great if Ain could eat it."
"How about it? Should we just kill it?"
"Although you seem to have prepared quite a few fruits, getting a Devil Fruit to respawn nearby isn't so simple. If this fruit falls into someone else's hands, it'll be a huge loss."
Zephyr sighed regretfully before saying, "What a pity."
"Zephyr-sensei, there's no need to feel sorry for me."
Hearing Zephyr's words, Ain shook her head, glanced at the lightning in the sky, and said with a smile: "If I can't get it, then it means this Devil Fruit isn't suitable for me!"
"Hahaha, that makes sense."
Zephyr nodded cheerfully, then... Looking at Ain with a satisfied smile, he said, "It seems your experiences over this period have helped you grow a lot! Ain, your mindset is now qualified to make you a powerful individual capable of standing alone in the sea."
Devil Fruits consciously choose their masters, but if you steal someone else's Devil Fruit and successfully eat it, then you are qualified to eat that Devil Fruit.
However, if you haven't been able to eat it, then it means that particular Devil Fruit doesn't have fate with you, and there's no need to dwell on it too much.
"Maybe next time this kid will find a Devil Fruit that suits you?"
"I'll look forward to it. And Ian, thank you."
Ain's lips curled slightly, then she handed the Den Den Mushi to Ian, saying, "Also, Robin is looking for you!"
Ian: "...?"
Robin? If she was looking for him, why is she calling you?
Ian was taken aback, but still took the Den Den Mushi from Ain.
Before Ian could speak, Robin's seductive voice came from the other end: "Dear…"
...
"Still saying you're not a God?"
Looking at the God of Sand who remained unharmed despite his divine power, Enel's expression darkened. "Divine power and a divine body are only possessed by Gods. God of Sand, why do you hide your identity?"
"I... Never mind."
Crocodile, who had been called that repeatedly, was getting tired. He flicked his cigar. "I can't reason with a lunatic!"
Although he said that, he had to admit in his heart... This was truly a powerful Devil Fruit!
And this guy seemed to be able to sense his thoughts?
"Too bad, it's stuck with a brain-dead master like you. If I had gotten this Devil Fruit, I would dare to challenge that man again!"
Thinking of that man, Crocodile's mood became irritable again, and he said, "Brain-dead bastard, hurry up and let's end this boring game!"
"God of Sand, are you underestimating me?"
Hearing Crocodile's words, Enel became angry again. "This is a sacred battle between Gods! Although you are strong, as a God yourself, you should respect the battle between Gods."
"Shut up, you damn bastard!"
…
At the side…
"God? There are no Gods, just two... lunatics yelling nonsense at each other. I'm fine, okay, okay! I'll get things done as soon as possible."
Beep! Beep! Beep!
As the Den Den Mushi was disconnected, Ian brushed the sand off himself, then looked at the battle above, frowning, and said, "Still not done? I'm in a tight spot, my wife and daughter are waiting for me!"
"Hahaha, speaking of which, what are you doing out to sea for no reason?"
Zephyr chuckled, but after a brief inquiry, he didn't ask any further, continuing to watch the battle of the lunatics while laughing: "Although that kid is a bit brain-dead, he uses his Devil Fruit quite well, and he seems to be able to sense other people's thoughts. Is it Observation Haki? What a pleasant surprise!"
"That guy calls it Mantra, able to predict his opponent's movements in battle to avoid attacks. He also combines it with the power of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, using radio waves to greatly enhance the power and range of his Mantra."
"As long as someone is within the range of his Mantra, he can hear everyone's conversations and accurately pinpoint their locations, instantly teleporting there."
After explaining briefly, Ian stroked his chin and said, "That's why I was worried this guy would run away if he couldn't beat me."
If it were before, Enel might have been able to defeat Crocodile, but now, facing a Crocodile who has regained his confidence, Enel is no match at all.
Crocodile were once a hot contender for the position of Emperor of the sea.
Moreover, Crocodile is not only a Sand-Sand Fruit user, but also knows how to use Armament Haki.
Enel can't hit Crocodile, but Crocodile can hit him.
"Mantra?"
Hearing Ian's words, Zephyr's joy intensified, and he laughed loudly, "Indeed, he's a good kid!"
"Whatever, I hope you don't let that guy get away!"
"I am the Chief Instructor at the Marine Headquarters!"
"Heh…"
Ian chuckled lightly with a disdainful smile, then he looked up at the ongoing war of the Gods and shouted, "God of Sand, how much longer will this war of the Gods continue?"
"I..."
Hearing Ian's sudden shout, Crocodile froze, nearly being struck by Enel, and glared angrily at Ian.
As the proud God of Thunder, Enel seemed displeased that a mortal was interfering in the war of the Gods.
Looking down at Ian with an impatient tone, he said, "Foolish mortals, you shouldn't be interfering in the War of the Gods!"
With that, he raised his golden staff, pointing it at Ian: "No mortal can command Gods. Even with the God of Sand protecting you, you will pay the price for your rudeness and ignorance!"
Crocodile: "...?"
"What the hell? When did I protect that bastard?"
Before Crocodile, puffing on his cigar, could react, Enel, wielding his golden staff, moved.
Pointing at Ian, his body crackling with lightning, and he spoke arrogantly, like a true God of Thunder: "You mortal who blasphemes against the Gods, prepare to face the wrath of the God!!"
As he finished speaking, Zephyr's expression changed.
Without hesitation, he grabbed Ain and Binz and ran while shouting at Ace as he ran: "What are you standing there for, you idiot?! Run away now!"
At Zephyr's shout, everyone reacted and ran away.
"Sixty Million Volts: Thunder Dragon!"
A drumbeat sounded, and a dragon-shaped beam of lightning... surged towards Ian.