One Piece: The World King Who Emerged from the White Town

Of course, since they've never fought, they don't know who's stronger.

But the fact that Erza was so powerless says something.

"Alright, it's time to cash in the bet."

"Hmph! Come on!"

The drunk Erza didn't take it seriously and sat there letting others smear paint on her face.

She fell asleep after she finished drawing.

the next day.

Lucy arrived at the guild in high spirits.

As soon as I opened the door, I noticed that the atmosphere today was unusually strange.

It's so quiet, almost too quiet!

Every table was full of people, so why was no one talking?

Moreover, they all looked flushed, as if they were holding their breath and struggling.

"What's wrong with everyone? It's only been a day..."

She went to a celebration yesterday, so she couldn't come and naturally missed a lot of exciting things.

Seeing that no one paid any attention to her, Lucy had no choice but to walk inside in confusion, just as she ran into Erza, who was working as a waitress.

"Erza, what's going on here... *pfft*"

Before she could finish speaking, Lucy noticed the turtle design on Erza's face. Combined with her waitress outfit and Erza's cold expression, it was just too comical.

"Hmm?" Erza immediately glanced over.

No, it’s murderous!

Lucy quickly covered her mouth, trying to suppress her laughter so hard that tears were about to stream down her face.

She then understood why everyone had that expression when she walked in.

It's so funny, but I don't dare to laugh out loud.

Of course, there are also those who are not afraid of death at all.

For example, this one now.

"Pfft, hahaha! Erza, that turtle face really suits you, hahaha, I can't take it, I'm going to die laughing."

"Na! Z!"

Erza's face instantly turned as black as the bottom of a pot, and then a white light shone from her body.

Change clothes!

kill!

Natsu smiled happily, and passed away peacefully.

To avoid becoming the next Natsu, Gray and the others tried their best not to see Erza's face, keeping their heads down and shrugging their shoulders.

And now Lucy finally understood why Erza was acting this way.

"Really?! A newbie easily defeated Erza and then casually killed Natsu and Gray?"

Lucy asked in great surprise.

My head is spinning. She hasn't shown up for a day, so how did such a powerful newcomer suddenly appear?

"I was just too careless. If it were just a contest of ice magic, I might not have lost!"

Gray stubbornly took off his clothes.

"Yes Yes Yes……"

Lucy gave a casual reply, but suddenly felt an overwhelming curiosity about this newcomer.

Meanwhile, on the third floor of the guild.

Abel is having a serious conversation with Makarov.

"According to the rules, as a newcomer to the guild, you can only take on some basic tasks. Tasks like the ten-year mission can only be assigned to a team of experienced S-rank mages."

"But there are always exceptions, aren't there, President?"

Abel believed that since the other party had brought it up, there must be a solution.

as predicted.

Makarov said directly, "The guild's annual S-class mage examination is coming up soon. Considering that you have already defeated Erza, I can grant you special permission to participate. However, the difficulty of your examination will be much higher than that of other candidates."

"If you successfully pass this test and become an S-class mage, I will allow you to take on a ten-year mission."

Abel nodded upon hearing this, "I accept."

Makarov was not surprised by this.

Just as Abel was about to leave, he asked, "I'd like to know what your reasons are for being so committed to this ten-year mission?"

"The reason? It's probably a test."

test?

In that instant, Makarov suddenly conjured up a whole host of stories.

After all, the sudden appearance of a mysterious figure who defeated Erza and then joined Fairy Tail would inevitably lead to much speculation.

Makarov originally planned to hold this assessment at Tenrou Island, the sacred site of Fairy Tail.

But now he hesitated.

I have a feeling that if this continues, something terrible and irreversible might happen.

Two days later, Makarov announced the news to the public.

In addition to Erza and Mirajane, two S-class mages, Gildarts Clive also made an appearance!

It's important to know that Gildarts is the strongest mage in Fairy Tail, and his strength is no less than that of the Ten Wizard Saints.

Upon seeing Gildarts appear, Abel knew how difficult this test would be for him.

"This old guy really gave him a tough problem."

Abel thought to himself.

But then I thought about it again, and it made sense. If Gildarts wasn't called back, who else could stop him during the test?

Makarov himself?

"According to the long-standing rules of Fairy Tail Guild, the location and list of participants for this S-Class Mage Examination will be announced next."

"The location for this assessment is... Sky Dome Island."

Due to his unease, Makarov ultimately changed the location of the assessment, choosing another uninhabited island instead.

The roster includes Natsu, Gray, Juvia, Elfman, Cana, Filde, and Levy.

"...and Gustavus Abel, the above eight people."

"what?!"

Everyone was stunned.

Because there has never been a precedent of a newcomer who has just joined the guild being able to immediately participate in the S-rank mage competition, and their guild leader is an old-fashioned person.

"Why not me?"

Gajeel was even more incredulous. Even newcomers were qualified to participate in the assessment, but he wasn't on the list. How could he not be angry?

Makarov seemed to have anticipated everyone's reaction. He coughed twice and waited until the room was silent before continuing, "I know Abel has only just joined Fairy Tail. It seems a bit unfair to everyone to have him participate in the assessment directly."

"Therefore, his assessment is the most difficult. If anyone thinks they can pass the assessment after I have explained the specific assessment rules, they can apply directly, and I will make an exception to let them join."

These words temporarily quelled the commotion and aroused curiosity among the crowd.

What kind of rules could make the president say such a thing?

Chapter 474 Rules and Partners

"The normal assessment rule for Natsu and the others is that each person chooses a partner as their assistant from outside the assessment list, and the partner cannot be an S-class mage."

“Abel’s special test rule is that he can only participate alone, without any helpers.”

"On Sky Island, different challenges have been set up in advance for the first round of assessment. Normally, you only need to pass any one of the challenges to proceed to the next stage."

"Abelzer needs to pass all the tests before he can move on to the next stage."

"Those who pass the preliminary test will randomly encounter one of Erza, Mirajane, or Gildarts in the second round of assessment. Defeating them in battle or gaining their approval will qualify them for the final assessment."

"Abelze will have to face the tests of at least two S-class mages, and if he's unlucky, he'll have to face all three of them directly."

……

"what?!"

"Hey, hey, hey, no way! Is this really possible?"

"If two or even three S-class mages team up, who could possibly pass the test?"

"I understand. This must be a plan devised by Chairman Makarov to deliberately dampen the newcomer's spirit! He never intended for him to pass the assessment from the beginning."

"Yes, that must be it. No wonder the president said that before."

"Hahaha, now we have something good to watch."

If the previous differences, such as "no partner" and "need to complete all stages," were still within everyone's expectations and understandable range, then when Makarov said that Abel might face Erza, Mirajane, and Gildarts in the second round of trials...

This immediately caused an uproar in the audience!

Because that's just too outrageous!

Keep in mind that all three of them are S-class mages, incredibly powerful.

Even if the two of them team up, it would be difficult to win, let alone one person alone.