Hearing Roland casually state that he wanted to sit on the World Throne in front of the World's highest authority, even Robin, who had seen her share of storms, couldn't help but widen her eyes in surprise, her slender hand instinctively covering her small mouth.
"So, it's not that you've implicated me, but rather that you, by joining me, have been implicated. This new 500 million bounty is just the first step. Compared to me, your troubles are nothing, but..."
At this point, Roland changed the subject and took Robin's small hand.
"You can't escape now! You are already my woman! Once you're on my ship, I won't let go!"
"Mmm~"
Hearing Roland's domineering declaration of ownership, a blush spread across Robin's small face, and there was no longer any confusion or unease in her eyes.
"Honey, it seems we didn't succeed last time. How about we try again today?"
Robin's eyes sparkled, her face full of anticipation.
Roland, of course, wouldn't refuse.
However...
"Mr. Roland."
"Captain, Captain!"
Vivi and Nami, sensing the ominous atmosphere, immediately jumped in to disrupt, not wanting Robin to get too far ahead.
The fourth day after leaving Alabasta.
Ding dong!
Congratulations to the host for acquiring Doriki +30!
Ding dong!
Lucky moment! Congratulations to the host for acquiring the Ox Talisman—Power of Strength, which grants the wielder immense power!
The fifth day after leaving Alabasta.
Ding dong!
Congratulations to the host for acquiring Demon Blade Thousand Blades—Offensive only, unrivaled in the world!
Ding dong!
Congratulations to the host for acquiring the doraemon tool Air Cannon—Just put it on your hand and shout "Bang" to fire an invisible air cannon!
The sixth day after leaving Alabasta.
Ding dong!
Congratulations to the host for acquiring Two-Sword Style Sword Skill—Starburst Stream!
"Oh, this is not bad!"
Roland nodded.
Roland was, of course, familiar with the Starburst Stream technique.
It was the famous signature move of Kirito from the Sword Art Online world.
While it was useless to Roland, he could transfer it to someone who needed it.
Roland leaped up, using Moon Step to reach the ship's lookout room.
After multiple additions of crew members, the Never Empty Army had also undergone several upgrades.
The original lookout became a lookout room, similar to the one Zoro of the Straw Hat Pirates used for training.
Now, this was also where Kuina usually trained her strength and sword skills.
At this moment, Kuina was sweating profusely, training diligently so as not to fall behind.
"Kuina, take a short break. If you push yourself so hard and wear out your body, it won't be worth it!"
Roland said.
"Brother, but... I'm too weak now. I'm no use at all; I just drag everyone down... Besides, I unilaterally made a promise with Zoro to meet him at the top. I'm ten years behind him, so I have to work twice as hard!"
Kuina pursed her small lips.
Although Kuina was still young, she knew the situation they were in.
Ahead, there would undoubtedly be countless enemies stronger than Daz Bones waiting for them.
While Roland and Thor were strong enough, she couldn't always rely on their protection.
As a member of this big family, Kuina didn't want to always be a burden; she also wanted to stand on her own.
"I understand your desire to stand on your own as soon as possible, and to catch up with your former junior brother quickly, but a decade's worth of missing experience cannot be made up just by effort. While you are working hard, Zoro is also working hard!"
Roland said calmly.
Kuina was silent, feeling even more disappointed.
The next second, she heard Roland change the subject.
"However, effort can't erase a decade's gap, but I have a way to help you catch up, and even surpass Zoro, quickly!"
Roland said with a smile.
"Really?"
Kuina's eyes lit up.
Roland raised his hand and gently patted Kuina's smooth forehead.
Two-Sword Style Sword Skill Starburst Stream, transfer confirmed.
Armament Haki (Beginner's Coiling), transfer confirmed.
Two warm currents of power originated from Kuina's brow and spread throughout her limbs and bones.
After a while.
Kuina slowly opened her eyes.
On her small face, there was shock, confusion, and finally, it all turned into excitement.
She could clearly feel that she had mastered two new powers.
"Want to give it a try?"
Roland asked with a smile.
"Mm."
Kuina nodded excitedly.
Roland stood up and casually picked up a sharp sword from the sword rack.
Kuina, on the other hand, held Ganjiang in her left hand and Moye in her right.
The next second.
Red and blue light bloomed from the blades of Ganjiang and Moye.
That was the special effect triggered by the sword skill.
The dark Armament Haki followed closely, coiling around.
Two-Sword Style—Starburst Stream, burst forth!!!
Clang, clang, clang~
The sound of metal clashing was incessant.
After sixteen consecutive strikes, the sharp sword in Roland's hand shattered into several pieces.
"Congratulations, Kuina, you are now a Iron-Cutting Swordsman!"
Roland said with a smile.
"Huh? Really?"
Kuina felt as if she was in a fog.
After a good while longer.
Kuina finally came back to her senses, scratching her head with a small hand.
"Brother, is it not good that I can become stronger without effort? It feels like I'm cheating…" Kuina said, a bit embarrassed.
"So what? You have the capital! You have me as your brother, so what if your progress is a little faster?" Roland said as a matter of course.
Kuina was stunned for a moment, then she thought about it.
That's right!
I've already been reborn!
What's wrong with a little cheating?
Who told me I have the best brother in the world~
"Thank you, Onii-chan~"
Kuina pounced and hung onto Roland, her small mouth giving his right cheek an enthusiastic peck.
...Eight...
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