119: Chapter 119 The Ship Spirit Appears and Eats the Floating FruitAs Shiki vanished, the only evidence of his existence remained the two gleaming swords, while his Devil Fruit lay quietly in the system's space with the system's help.The Straw Hat crew remained silent, simply gazing at the two swords; they already knew Shiki's fate.
Nami threw herself into Luffy's arms, feeling his familiar scent, and her unease gradually dissipated.She firmly believed that Luffy would definitely defeat Shiki.Just then, the islands that had been floating in the air, now free from Shiki's control, began to shake violently and plummeted towards the sea.Without hesitation, Luffy swung his arm, and the Thousand Sunny instantly appeared.Everyone hurriedly boarded the ship.
After everyone was on board, Jarvis precisely controlled the blasting wind, which propelled the ship forward at high speed, carrying everyone safely away from the dangerous place.At the same time, the villagers also flapped their wings and flew out.
Standing at the stern, watching the spectacular sight of all the islands plummeting from the sky, the group couldn't help but feel admiration and awe for the Golden Lion's strength.The intensity of the battle had exceeded their expectations (though it wasn't actually that intense), and the Golden Lion's power made them acutely aware that their future adventures were fraught with countless challenges and difficulties.But they would not back down, for they possessed unwavering faith and fearless courage, believing that as long as they united, they could overcome any obstacle.
The Sunny landed swiftly and smoothly on the sea, as if it were born to belong to this vast ocean.The ship rocked gently, the seawater creating tiny ripples along the sides before receding quietly.The crew members performed their duties diligently and methodically, operating the vessel and continuing towards their next destination.
However, Luffy and his crew were unaware that in a distant, other direction, a massive warship lay silently anchored on the sea.On the deck of this warship stood three people, their gazes fixed intently on the recently departed Glory.
The sea breeze gently caressed the three men's faces and ruffled their clothes, but it couldn't dispel the determination and resolve in their eyes.They gazed at the distant Sunshine, seemingly lost in thought, planning something.As the Sunshine sailed further and further away, finally disappearing below the horizon, the three slowly turned and entered the warship.
"That's terrifying.To actually defeat Shiki.It seems we need to make a move." Kizaru casually trimmed his nails and said nonchalantly.
"Yes, their progress is beyond my imagination.In just a few days, they not only killed Moria, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but now they have even defeated Shiki." Aokiji's tone was indifferent, as if he were just stating a very ordinary fact, without revealing any emotion.
"Hmph, as the side of justice, we should eradicate these evildoers!Their death is near when they reach the next island!" Akainu sat on the stool in a strange posture.Ever since one of his testicles was crushed and his anus was severely injured, he would occasionally lose control of his sphincter muscles.If it weren't for the fact that no one in Marine Headquarters was stronger than Akainu, the higher-ups would have replaced this disgraceful guy long ago.
Unaware that they were being targeted by the three admirals, Luffy and his crew were currently aboard the Thousand Sunny.Luffy was staring at the Float-Float Fruit in his hand, pondering who to give it to.He had previously asked Franky, who stated that he only needed to continue developing his armor, and the fruit's power was completely superfluous to him.Erza and Riss also shook their heads, indicating they didn't need the fruit.After all, as pure magicians, they would never allow a Devil Fruit to taint their pure magical power.
Luffy was incredibly reluctant to sell such a powerful Devil Fruit.Just as he was racking his brains, his gaze suddenly fell on the lion's head of the Sunny.In an instant, as if lightning had struck his mind, Luffy's head exploded: "That's right!How could I have forgotten about him!"
Immediately afterward, Luffy instructed Jarvis to notify his crew members, who were scattered in different rooms.Soon, everyone gathered on the deck as Luffy had instructed.Looking at Luffy holding the Devil Fruit in his hand, with a mysterious expression, they couldn't fathom what he was planning.
A moment of silence fell over the entire scene, everyone secretly speculating about Luffy's intentions.However, Luffy simply smiled, seemingly filled with anticipation for what was to come."Friends!Actually, there's always been a loyal companion around us!It's just that since we placed it on the Sunny, I've completely forgotten about it!But that's alright, let me formally introduce this companion we've known since—the Going Merry!"
Everyone was bewildered.Wasn't the Going Merry currently docked in the Sunny's shipyard system?Had Luffy drunk too much fake alcohol and lost his senses?Just as everyone was wondering, as Luffy's words fell, a hooded, shimmering humanoid creature suddenly appeared from the deck.At the same time, a clear, melodious laugh, like the tinkling of silver bells, rang in everyone's ears.She waved her hands and greeted the stunned crowd, "Hello everyone!I'm the Going Merry.no, to be precise, I've now become the Sunny's ship spirit!"
For a moment, the entire ship was silent, but then gasps of surprise rippled through the air.Franky rubbed his eyes hard, his face filled with disbelief as he stared blankly at the man in the hood.The little ship spirit murmured to itself, "Is this really true?Ship spirits really exist.I always thought it was just a legend!" Among the group, Usopp was the most shocked.He never expected that his beloved Going Merry could continue to exist in such a special way.Usopp stepped forward, gently stroking the ship spirit's little head, then said to Luffy with a hint of reproach, "Oh dear, Luffy, how could you forget something so important!"
Luffy awkwardly scratched the back of his head, then took out the Float-Float Fruit and the Side Effect Removal Potion from his system space and handed them to the ship spirit.
The ship spirit, of course, understood the purpose of these items.Taking the two items from Luffy's hands, it unhesitatingly stuffed them into its mouth.Under the expectant gazes of everyone, the Sunny began to slowly float.However, having just swallowed a Devil Fruit, the ship spirit couldn't fully control its power, so the Sunny only floated for a few minutes before sinking back into the sea.
Seeing the dejected look on the ship spirit's face, Luffy quickly smiled and comforted her, "It's okay, don't be so downcast!As long as you train diligently in the future, you'll definitely be able to master this ability!"
He gently patted the ship spirit's head, his eyes full of encouragement and trust.The ship spirit seemed to sense Luffy's support and nodded slightly, indicating that it would continue to work hard.