NOVEL NEXT Chapter 43: Kuro's Challenge
Under the comprehensive enhancement, Gawain's combat power has been transformed and has skyrocketed several times compared to a month ago.
If there is anything that is not perfect, it is the Armament Haki.
To be honest, Gawain felt frustrated after spending more than a month without even reaching the threshold.
But he quickly came to his senses.
Even Luffy, who started out with Diamond's potential, gradually grew up under the theoretical and practical guidance of Rayleigh, Hyougoro, and Kaido.
If Luffy simply relies on himself to figure things out, he may not be faster than him.
"This is the biggest difficulty of being a wild person. I have to rely on myself for everything, unlike the chosen ones, who never lack people to guide them on the way forward."
"But my current growth rate is already very fast."
"I have been in this world for just over two months, but I have already walked a path that most people would take years or even decades to walk."
"If it doesn't work, I'll have to wait until I enter Grand Line to find a solution. The East Blue is still too small."
Gawain sighed with regret.
Only then did he realize that his whole body was covered with sticky impurities.
He turned and walked into the bathroom, simply washed off the dirt on his body, and went to bed to rest.
Not long after, the sound of even breathing could be heard in the room.
A few days later.
Several pirate ships, loaded with all kinds of supplies, sailed into the harbor of Pala Island.
Jango and his group walked down the gangway into the harbor with relaxed smiles on their faces that were completely different from before.
During this time, they followed Gawain's orders to clear out the pirate forces near Raven Harbor.
The bounties for these three people are all over seven million, which is considered high in East Blue, where the average bounty is less than five million.
Gawain's name has now spread, and with a bounty of 85 million, any pirate with a normal mind would not dare to provoke him easily.
The remaining ones are most likely no match for the three combined, not to mention that Jango also has the ability to hypnotize his subordinates to unleash their potential, which can greatly increase the overall combat effectiveness of the pirate group.
Gawain also tries to let Jango hypnotize him but finally comes to the conclusion that only people with weak minds or too simple minds can be hypnotized.
With Jango's level, he can at most hypnotize the Nyaban Brothers, and it is not difficult for them to dominate the East Blue.
The two enhanced Nyaban Brothers will basically not have any major problems as long as they don't encounter players like Arlong.
Far away, Buchi saw Gawain, who was waiting for him at the harbor. His eyes lit up instantly, and he walked quickly to Gawain with a smile on his face. He was so excited that he couldn't speak clearly: "Captain!"
"This time, it feels so strange... Well, it's just... It's just…"
Buchi scratched his head for a long time before he came up with a suitable adjective: "The people there don't seem to think of us as pirates. They even made fried fish for me!"
As he spoke, Buchi took out a package of dried fish wrapped in wax paper from his arms and handed it to Gawain as if he were offering a treasure.
After seeing Gawain eat a few pieces, he touched his head with a silly smile on his face.
"It seems a bit disrespectful."
"But this time, it really feels so weird. I can't tell what's wrong, but really... I want to protect that place. I want it to exist forever!"
Sham also came over, put a hand on Buchi's shoulder, and nodded to Gawain: "The kids there love my paws!"
Sham raised his palm as he spoke.
They saw that the sharp claws on the gloves had been removed, leaving only pink balls of flesh.
It is not as dangerous as before, but with his face, which is highly similar to that of a cat, he does have some cat-like temperament.
Gawain smiled slightly and said lightly: "As long as you like it."
As Gawain spoke, he looked past the Nyaban Brothers and felt relieved when he saw that everyone had a relaxed smile on their faces.
After the last incident, the reputation of the White Knight Pirate in Raven Harbor has completely changed, and the vast majority of civilians are extremely friendly to the members of the White Knight Pirate.
The treatment of the Nyaban Brothers today and the smiles on these people's faces further prove this point.
He also had this consideration when he agreed to the deal with Gaza.
Whether it is in Paradise or the New World, it is too dangerous for these pirates of mediocre strength. If they go there, they will probably die in the sea.
Besides, before he obtained the title of Warlord and established a stable base, he didn't need so many people to act together.
The existence of Raven Harbor helped him solve the problem of how to place these subordinates.
Even after he leaves with Kuro and others in the future, this deal can still continue. After all, Gaza's need for military force will not change.
Instead of letting these subordinates plunder and fight with pirates everywhere and live a life of food insecurity, it is better to serve Raven Harbor as mercenaries and get a long-term meal ticket.
Leaving them a way to survive.
Far away, Kuro looked at Gawain, then at the reactions of the Nyaban Brothers, and instantly understood Gawain's plan: "Gawain has decided to keep these people here."
"Is not that impossible?"
Gin, who was standing next to Kuro, was slightly stunned and retorted: "How can we cross a dangerous place like the Grand Line without a large fleet?!"
"Oh."
Kuro smiled faintly: "So you still don't know enough about the Grand Line. It's hard for ordinary pirates to survive there."
"After a battle, most of them might be killed or injured, and there would be no chance to erect a monument for them in such a place."
Kuro blew out a smoke ring and turned to look at Gin: "I'm still a little curious; what did that guy say to you that made you choose to board his ship?"
"He said I was free and could choose where I wanted to go and that the position of the captain would be reserved for me until the ship arrived at the harbor."
Kuro's hand trembled slightly, and bits of cigarette ash fell to the ground: "That's the guy's style."
"But."
"If I were the captain, would you still be willing to stay here?"
Gin shook his head, then nodded: "As long as Mr. Gawain is here, I will be here."
Kuro smiled helplessly:
"That guy's luck is really too good, but I will definitely be the captain!"
Gin was slightly stunned, then turned to look at Kuro.
He recalled the results of his several sparring sessions with Gawain this month, and there was even a hint of pity in his eyes as he looked at Kuro.
The feeling of being crushed from all angles is something that anyone with a weak mentality would not be able to withstand.
Gin admitted that Kuro was very strong.
Even if it wasn't for his luck, he would have died long ago in the harbor. But the gap between him and Gawain was like heaven and earth.
After a while, Gin managed to utter a few words: "Good luck."
"Ah."
With Jango and others returned, a huge bonfire was soon set up in the harbor.
There is a whole circle of barbecues around, emitting bursts of oily aroma, which makes people's appetites whet. There are also neatly stacked breads and fruits on the side and mountains of wine and drinks.
The banquet is gradually moving towards its climax.
As everyone was drinking happily, the fleet's musicians began to play folk songs popular among the pirates, and a glass of wine went down their throats amid laughter.
It was at this time that Kuro stood up in front of everyone and looked at Gawain calmly: "I want to try and see who is more qualified to sit in that position between you and me now."
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