Chapter 116 Shocked the world, the birth of One Piece!
Sakaski stood in front of Zefa, and when he saw Zefa slowly reach out his hand and touch the white devil fruit, a proud smile appeared on his face.
As one of the many graduates from Zephyr, Sakaski was somewhat smug about being able to help Zephyr. Zephyr held a high position in the navy, and almost every navy officer of his age that he knew, and who was well-known, were graduates from Zephyr's team.
Zefa is a pure person. Since the death of his family, Zefa has devoted himself to the construction of the Naval Academy. Normally, students like Sakaski who want to repay Zefa's kindness are unable to do anything to help.
And he, Sakaski, is probably the first person who can help Zefa in these years!
"Yeah it is a devil fruit."
"Nature-type, Smoke Fruit!"
Zefa said this, gently rubbing the white round cloud-patterned fruit in the small treasure chest, and nodded in confirmation.
As a knowledgeable old sailor like him, not only can he recite the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia by heart, he also has some knowledge of some of the rarer natural types.
The moment he saw this devil fruit, Zephyr recognized it.
However, after confirming that this devil fruit was indeed of the natural type, Zephyr sighed softly, shook his head, closed the lid of the treasure chest, and then gently pushed it, returning the devil fruit to Sakaski.
Seeing Zephyr's actions, Sakaski was startled and asked in confusion: "Teacher Zephyr, what's wrong? Is there something wrong with this devil fruit?"
Hearing this, Zefa shook his head, stood up, walked to the sofa, made a cup of fresh tea, placed it on the coffee table, and gestured to Sakaski.
Seeing Zefa's gesture, Sakaski walked to the sofa and slowly sat down, holding the teacup in both hands, with his butt only half touching the sofa, looking respectful.
"Relax, Sakaski, you're just too serious."
"Just chatting."
"There's nothing wrong with the devil fruit. It's indeed a natural-type smoke fruit. It's just that this devil fruit isn't the most ideal one."
"Sakaski, if it's you, there are some things I don't want to hide from you. The devil fruit is not something I ate by myself."
"I'm asking you to help me keep an eye out for the natural-type devil fruit. I'm preparing it for my disciple, Yoriichi Tsugumi."
As he spoke, a smile appeared involuntarily on Zefa's face, as if he was thinking of something happy.
The moment he heard the name Tsugikoku Yoshiichi, Sakaski's pupils shrank slightly and a look of surprise appeared on his face.
He had heard of this name, or rather, this name was now quite famous in the navy and even in the world.
"Captain of the Marine Headquarters, is that Tsugikuni Yoriichi? Is that the young marine who fought with Kuzan to repel the Golden Lion Shiki?"
When Zefa heard this, he smiled and nodded.
However, after being confirmed by Zephyr, the confusion on Sakaski's face deepened, and he asked in confusion: "Teacher Zephyr, from what I know, Tsugakuni Yoriichi should be a powerful swordsman, right?"
"Why did you suddenly think of helping him find a nature-type devil fruit?"
"Did he ask you to find a nature-type devil fruit? Did he want to find a shortcut after seeing Kuzan's abilities?"
Sakaski said this, raised his head and looked at Zefa, with a hint of curiosity in his eyes.
"No, this is my idea."
"Yuichirō doesn't know."
"I'm just being prepared for any eventuality. I'm making preparations for both scenarios."
"If Yoriichi's Haki training goes smoothly and helps him grow into an outstanding swordsman, then the devil fruit will be meaningless."
"However, if his training doesn't go smoothly, a natural devil fruit can allow him to surpass his current combat power and rapidly improve."
"It's very difficult to grow into a top-tier warrior simply by relying on Haki. Although I'm very optimistic about him, he may not be able to become someone like Garp."
"This secret treasure from the sea can help humans transcend the constraints of the flesh!"
Zefa said, and poured himself a cup of tea. After taking a sip, he said with emotion. After a pause, Zefa continued:
"Although the Smoke Fruit is a natural devil fruit, the power of this devil fruit is too little to help Yoriichi."
"Although I don't know how much he will grow in the future, one thing is certain."
"For him, it's better not to eat the Smoke Fruit."
Listening to Zefa's explanation, Sakaski nodded slightly.
He also knew about the ability of the Smoke Fruit, and it did not have the kind of destructive power to destroy the world. If Tsugakuni Yoriichi was really able to cut off the arm of the Golden Lion Shiki as reported, then his current strength would probably be very powerful. The Smoke Fruit is of no use to someone like Tsugakuni Yoriichi.
The elemental ability and the weaknesses of seastone and seawater, when compared, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages.
"I see. If that's the case, then the Smoke Fruit's ability really can't give him a qualitative leap in combat power."
"I understand, Mr. Zephyr. I will help you find a stronger nature-type devil fruit."
"You will definitely not be disappointed."
Having said that, Sakaski stood up from the sofa, bowed to Zefa, turned around and prepared to leave.
Seeing that Sakaski was leaving without taking the smoke fruit, Zefa quickly shouted to Sakaski, "Don't forget the thing!"
However, Sakaski had no intention of taking the Smoke Fruit away. He just turned around and said to Zefa with a smile: "Teacher Zefa, the Smoke Fruit is now in your hands. I believe that you can make good use of it."
"I'll take my leave now!"
After saying that, Sakaski pushed open the office door and disappeared from Zefa's sight.
Sakaski is a serious person with a strong sense of collective honor. In his opinion, as long as it can enhance the overall strength of the navy, it doesn't matter if he makes more personal sacrifices.
The natural devil fruit, which is worth billions and in short supply, was given away without any hesitation.
"This little brat." Zefa looked up at the door, smiled and shook his head.
Just as Zephyr was planning a natural-type devil fruit for Yoriichi Tsugakuni's future, a piece of news that shocked the world was being quickly transmitted through the news bird.
"The Roger Pirates have arrived at the final island, truly completing their world tour and successfully conquering the ocean!"
General Warring States who was on Shuixian Star Island was also shocked after hearing the news. He knew that Roger had already been to the place where the World Government hoped to bury him permanently!
Although he didn't know what existed on the island, Sengoku realized that the World Government had to take action.
Sure enough, shortly after the news of Roger's pirate group arriving at the final island came out.
The World Government, through the Navy, called Roger the "Pirate King". Its purpose was to attract hatred for Roger. At the same time, it also portrayed Roger as an unforgivable and terrifying demon, making the people afraid of Roger.
How could those pirates who claim to be free allow a true "king" to be above them?
What's more, the title of Pirate King also has a fatal attraction to pirates.
What do pirates go to sea for? Wealth, fame, power, and what title is more suitable for an ambitious pirate than "Pirate King"?
With the "help" of the pirates, the navy quickly found out Roger's whereabouts.
In the waters of the New World, the navy is not good at finding people, but pirates are good!
After receiving the location of Roger's fleet, Sengoku also discovered that Roger's pirate group was heading straight towards the Suixian Star Island where they were!
(End of this chapter)
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