How can I become the Pirate King if you don’t work hard?.

Chapter 409 Subduing Barrett While Lying Down

The fight was so intense that no one even noticed Barrett quietly approaching.

Barrett's expression at that moment was exceptionally interesting.

This was because among the Knights of the Round Table within his sight were Gin, Zoro, and Sanji.

If it weren't for a memory lapse, these three people were beaten so badly by him yesterday that they couldn't even get up.

Both physically and mentally, I am nearing my limit.

Such exertion and injuries would normally take three to five days to recover from.

But now.

The people who should have been lying in hospital beds were still full of energy, showing no signs of the fierce battle.

Barrett's mind flashed back to Zoro's words, and he fell into deep thought for a moment:
"Could it be that I'm really out of touch with the times?"

"In the more than twenty years that have passed in Impel Down, has the human body really evolved to this extent?"

"Or is it the effect of the herbal medicine from last night?"

After a moment's thought, Barrett immediately ruled out the second possibility.

"No, I've tried that kind of herbal medicine. It does relieve fatigue and repair bodily deficiencies, but it's definitely not to this extent."

"Could it be that……"

"No!"

"Even if humans traveled on rockets, they couldn't evolve that fast!"

Barrett shook his head, banishing the unrealistic thoughts from his mind.

Of course, another more reasonable guess is that it is a special Paramecia-type Devil Fruit ability.

For example, the Bear's Paw Paw Fruit, when developed to a high level, can directly eject the pain from its body and let others bear it.

That's outrageous.

During this time, Barrett also gained some understanding of the ability users under Gawain's command.

Mythical Zoan, Paramecia, and Logia types are all available.

However, it does not possess the ability to transfer pain or repair the body like the Paw Paw Fruit.

The power of the Op-Op Fruit is more about manipulating the human body than repairing it.

"Trying to hold on?"

This was the only explanation Barrett could think of. He shook his head and said:

"There's no point in risking physical harm to do something like this just to keep your word."

It was at this very moment.

Having been suspended high in the air, feeling the rhythm of the airflow, Klo slowly landed beside Barrett.

Having fought in Impel Down, the two had a clear understanding of each other's strength, so even the arrogant Barrett acknowledged Crowe's power.

After listening to Barrett's question in its entirety, Kloe began to explain:

"It's not that I'm just putting on a brave face."

"Instead, when you surpass the limits of your body, you will feel endless power surging out from within your body."

"All the pain will heal by the next day."

Barrett looked at Kloe, his face full of suspicion:

"Do you think this is reasonable?!"

"..."

Kro remained silent for a moment. Seeing that Barrett was unwilling to believe it, he didn't bother to explain and simply turned back to the sky to begin his own training.

The air currents around them surged instantly!
The wind howled, sweeping across the entire mountain range and even scattering the clouds!

Barrett stood there for a long time, about to leave, when Zoro below charged up with his sword!
"I wasn't quite done last night!"

"Come again!"

Say it.

Without saying a word, Zoro unleashed several sword slashes at Barrett, only to have them all crushed by the latter!
Even though his body was still fatigued from days of fighting, Barrett was not afraid of Zoro at all. He immediately swung his fists and easily suppressed Zoro!
when--!
A fist covered in Armament Haki clashed with a blade, sparks flying.

Barrett felt the force from the blade, and his expression changed slightly.

This guy... has gotten stronger!

Although the amplitude is not large, it can still be felt!

Such a growth rate is not obvious, but compared to the average person, it is basically equivalent to taking a rocket.

It won't be long before Zoro truly enters the ranks of legends.

Barrett almost stopped breathing when he realized this.

If this guy continues to grow at this rate, wouldn't that mean...?

Maybe in a year, maybe in two years, he'll catch up with me?!
Damn it!
Barrett cursed inwardly, and after knocking Zoro back with a punch, the expression on his face was even more fascinating.

He still wanted to follow in Gawain's footsteps, but that was in his plan and would take at least a decade.

At this speed, he wouldn't even have been able to touch Gawain's feet before being defeated by Zoro and the others. Being overtaken by a junior like that...

At that moment, Barrett suddenly empathized with Roger's crewmates whom he had surpassed one by one, and understood why they were drinking alone in silence.

I can't afford to lose this person!

No, extra training, absolutely extra training!

Before I became the strongest in the world, how could I possibly be surpassed by anyone else?!

Barrett gritted his teeth and switched from defense to offense, like a catfish darting into a school of fish, instantly igniting everyone's fighting spirit!
From Zoro to Sanji, and then to Law and Smoker, Barrett forcefully suppressed the members of the Knights of the Round Table.

just.

When Barrett faced his final adversary, Akin, he realized for the first time how formidable the opponent was.

That kind of armor, with its interwoven layers of bones and covered in ultimate Armament Haki, is harder than Seastone, and even far surpasses it!
The ultimate Armament Haki combined with the awakened Bone-Bone Fruit.

The combination of the two will give birth to another powerful individual, just like Zephyr, who has mastered the ultimate in Armament Haki!
The battle ended in a draw, with Barrett and Arkin falling almost simultaneously; he was too weak to even move a finger.

Nestled among the silent mountain peaks.

Barrett was panting heavily; after two consecutive fierce battles, his body was nearing its limit.

This should be okay, right?
This should let them know the difference in strength...

Come again tomorrow!

"It's truly unforgettable!"

When Zoro's excited voice rang out again, Barrett's lips twitched slightly.

Luo, leaning against a rock, drenched in sweat and nearly exhausted, still showed no signs of waning fighting spirit.
“Really…

"We haven't encountered such an opponent in a long time!"

"Cultivation, becoming stronger, fighting..."

"They all possess a captivating beauty that can make one completely engrossed!"

"Barrett, you are a match made in heaven for us. The feeling of fighting with all our might and still not being able to defeat you is just so exhilarating!"

These words immediately drew praise from everyone, making him appear as if he were insatiable.

Only Smoker, who remained silent, noticed Barrett's constipated expression and asked suspiciously:

"Barrett, you're not... going to pass out, are you?!"

Barrett's lips twitched. Even though his level zero was already alarming and his muscles were almost torn apart, he had no intention of showing weakness at this moment.
"Are you kidding me? I absolutely can't be impotent!"

"Ha~!"

Smoker gave a cold laugh and then closed his eyes, pretending to sleep.

For several days in a row, Barrett was either sparring with Akins and others or resting in his room.

For the first time, he realized that fighting wasn't an enjoyable experience, especially when you're surrounded by a group of insatiable opponents.

Buena Festa saw Barrett again several days later at night.

Seeing Barrett's unsteady steps and pale face, he briefly thought Barrett was about to die from overexertion in his training and couldn't help but advise him:

"It really doesn't work..."

"You're the one who's no good!"

Barrett instinctively interrupted Buena Festa.

He quickly realized that the other person was just trying to comfort him.

Buena Festa also looked taken aback, thinking he had touched a nerve with Barrett. "That's not what I meant."

The two spoke almost simultaneously, and then stopped at the same time.

The air fell silent for a moment, and the atmosphere gradually became eerie.

a long time.

Buena Festa patted Barrett on the shoulder and turned to leave. Before Barrett could react, he turned back and added:
"Even if it really doesn't work, it's okay!"

"roll!"

Barrett's eyes twitched as he watched Buena Festa's retreating figure disappear rapidly.

If he wasn't too lazy to chase after him, he really wanted to shut this guy up!

After Buena Festa left, Barrett sat alone for a long time, reflecting on the past few days, and a smile had crept onto his lips without him noticing:
"What a crazy bunch of bastards, this place might be even worse than the Roger Pirates..."

Barrett didn't continue speaking, nor did he think about it further.

However, in Britannias, during his battles with the Knights of the Round Table, something long sealed away within him resurfaced.

Gradually, it surfaced.

If given the choice, who would truly be willing to challenge the entire world alone?

Even if we win, what will we gain?!
This question, which Barrett had never considered before, had been frequently on his mind over the past few days.

Even if he is unwilling to admit it, there is a fact that he cannot ignore.

In Britannias, he found many beings who could be considered his kind.

Fighting and training together is similar to life on Roger's ship, but more importantly, there is something here that you can pursue forever.

The night deepens.

Barrett's head hit the pillow, and he fell into a deep sleep.

He slept very well during his time in Britannias.

The next morning.

When Barrett awoke, he felt much less tired and his spirits were not as low as before.

"Is it an illusion?"

"I must have slept well last night, which relieved the fatigue that had accumulated over the past few days."

After getting up and dressing, Barrett pushed open the door.

The dazzling golden light shone in from outside, bringing a sense of warmth.

Standing at the doorway, bathed in sunlight, Ah Jin's face, which had originally resembled a demon, now seemed somewhat approachable.

Ah Jin glanced down at his watch and said with a hint of dissatisfaction:
It's already 7:30.

“You’ve been too negligent, Barrett. You should have been here by now in the past.”

"correct."

"The previous training grounds have been completely destroyed. The captain has said that if we continue to cause trouble like this, Britannias will be demolished sooner or later."

"Therefore, the new training ground was chosen at a estuary surrounded by sandy beaches, where even if it were damaged, a single wave could smooth it over."

"Let's go!"

"what."

Barrett gave a faint reply and walked side by side with Akin towards the sunlight outside.

A slight smile had appeared at the corner of his mouth without him noticing, and he said:
"Nowadays……"

"I'll beat you to a pulp!"

Akin glanced at Barrett in surprise. After spending several days together, this was the first time he had heard such words from this man.

"Okay."

"I'm waiting for you to beat me to a pulp!"

"Let me make it clear first that Britannias is growing at a very fast pace. If we can't keep up, we'll be overtaken sooner or later!"

"Humph~"

Barrett remained calm, his eyes radiating an undeniable confidence!

……

Time flies, and it's already late at night.

After finishing his internal affairs in Britannias, Gawain stretched and sat by the window, gazing at the moonlight in the distance.

It must be admitted that the moon is very beautiful in this country.

A pale silver-gray hue was sprinkled down, reflecting on the surface of the inland sea, making it shimmer like countless pieces of silver.

"If it wasn't obtained at such a high price, then it's not bad."

Gao Wen shook his head, then lost all interest in appreciating it.

He opened his experience savings jar as usual.

Now, Gao Wen has basically reached his limit in all aspects, and most of his experience has been invested in his piggy bank.

As a result, the Knights of the Round Table have been growing at an unprecedented rate recently, almost like they're on a rocket.

It is getting stronger in a way that is almost visible to the naked eye.

This time, however, Gao Wen saw an unfamiliar name on the assignment list.

"Barrett?!"

For a moment, Gawain suspected that there was something wrong with the captain's system.

After all, Barrett's process of joining the ship was different from that of the other crew members; he submitted to Gawain's powerful strength rather than genuinely submitting.

But the fact that Barrett's name is now on the list of recipients of the experience savings jar means that he is sincere.

At least when Lucci first infiltrated with his mission, his name wasn't in the experience jar.

"no……"

"I haven't done anything yet?!"

Gao Wen was a little confused.

He hadn't yet figured out how to handle Barrett's problem.

He knew that Barrett believed in power, and as long as he was strong, he wouldn't have to worry about Barrett betraying him.

After all, he stayed on Roger's ship to surpass Roger and became one of Roger's main combat forces.

Naturally, one could choose to stay on their own ship for the same reason.

But just a few days later, Barrett was added to the experience savings account list, truly submitting.

Gawain was completely stumped.

Gao Wen fell into deep thought for a moment.

After a long time.

Gawain had a guess in his mind, and he dialed Kro's number:
"Has Barrett been with you guys these past few days?!"

"correct."

On the other end of the receiver came Chloe's voice:

“That guy is very strong. I’m thinking of trying to get closer to the others, or at least have him as a sparring partner.”

"After a few days, we found that he was surprisingly compatible with our team culture."

"Team culture?"

Gawain understood.

As Kro pressed for answers, he realized that Gawain had already hung up the phone, leaving him somewhat bewildered.

However, he didn't dwell on the issue for long. He turned and watched with great interest as Barrett, surrounded by enemies, fought with increasing ferocity. He couldn't help but sigh in admiration:
"This is what a high-quality sparring partner should be like!"

……

After hanging up the phone.

Gao Wen looked at the name on the experience piggy bank, his lips twitching uncontrollably.

He suddenly realized that the rules he had created to intensify the competition among the masses in order to exploit them were becoming increasingly extreme under the influence of the Captain System.

Even someone like Barrett was completely warped within a few days...

Gao Wen couldn't even imagine what would happen if it were anyone else!
this is too scary!

(End of this chapter)