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

At least Makarov chose the least offensive way to test the waters.

It is also the most direct and decisive method!

If Abel really had something to do with it and infiltrated with malicious intent, you can imagine what the outcome would be.

I wonder how many people will perish on this island.

But on the other hand, Makarov not only came in person, but also brought three powerful S-class mages: Gildarts, Erza, and Mirajane, along with Natsu and others.

This is already considered the guild's strongest force.

Ample preparations have been made.

If even they can't win, then everyone else is just a free win.

If it really comes to that, nothing you do will make a difference.

Abel didn't feel there was anything to be angry about, after all, trust is built up little by little.

If someone immediately becomes his sworn brother upon meeting him, and offers him their heart without reservation, he will feel something is amiss.

However, since he had encountered such a good opportunity, he certainly wouldn't just let this matter pass by so easily.

"In my hometown, if someone does something wrong to another person, in addition to apologizing, they will also be given compensation that satisfies the other person."

Abel stared intently at Makarov.

Makarov's awkward smile froze on his face, but Abel's suggestion actually relieved him.

"You can choose any ten-year mission you like. What else would you like? How about I hand over the vice president position to you?"

"It was agreed that I could choose any of the ten-year missions. Besides, I'm not interested in being a vice president or anything like that. What I want is a magic crystal containing dragon-slaying magic, any attribute is fine."

Abel thought for a moment and realized that this was the only thing he was truly interested in and could study.

Makarov paused for a moment, "What do you need that for? Don't you already know dragon-slaying magic?"

It is clear that Makarov has somehow learned about the battle between Abel and Gajeel.

Abel had no way of explaining this misunderstanding.

Natsu, standing to the side, widened his eyes in disbelief. "You're a Dragon Slayer Mage too?! What's the name of the dragon that taught you magic? Do you know where it is? Have you ever heard of Igneel?"

Natsu's expression was full of eagerness and anticipation, but Abel was just a fake Dragon Slayer Mage; in reality, he didn't even know magic.

So Abel could only shake his head slightly.

Chapter 483 The assessment is over, and there are all sorts of shocks!

Natsu was somewhat disappointed that he couldn't get any information about Igneel from Abel.

But in reality, he's already gotten used to it.

So she quickly adjusted her emotions.

He even casually said he wanted to fight Abel again, because he was defeated too quickly last time and didn't even get to show his true strength.

Makarov also had a headache about what Abel wanted, because it wasn't something that could be obtained so easily.

Even the Thunder Dragon Slayer Crystal inside his grandson Laxus was found and implanted by his son Ivan at great risk.

Now that dragons have become extinct, it is almost impossible to find such a thing again.

We can't exactly ask him to dig out the Thunder Dragon Slayer Crystal from his grandson's body, can we?

So Makarov didn't dare to make any guarantees, only saying he would try his best to help search.

Abel didn't press the issue, which was good. As long as Makarov couldn't produce the Dragon Slayer Crystal, he would always feel guilty.

At that time, we will have to make concessions in many things.

After resolving Abel's situation, Natsu and Elfman had both rested enough and their magic power had mostly recovered.

According to the original rules, only one person can pass the annual S-class mage examination each time.

However, due to Abel's special circumstances, an extra special test was added for him, and naturally, it did not take up the original quota.

In other words, the remaining S-class mage spot will be decided between Natsu and Elfman.

There were no fancy assessments; it was just a simple one-on-one session.

The advantages that a partner could provide are no longer effective.

This is also to prevent someone from becoming an S-class mage by currying favor with powerful figures, which would not only harm themselves but also the rest of the guild.

Overall, it's still quite fair.

"Go for it, Natsu!"

"Oh, don't worry, Happy. I'll definitely win!"

Nazmo was itching to get started and couldn't wait any longer.

"I can't help you anymore, now it's all up to you, Elfman!"

"Thank you, Abba Green. You've helped me so much. Now it's my turn to fight. If you're a man, you must fight bravely and win!"

Elfman looked determined, wanting his sister to see his growth.

Both of them have adjusted their mindset and are ready for the final showdown.

“Who do you think will win?”

Since he had nothing better to do, Makarov casually asked.

Having basically confirmed that the other party was not a problem, at least not with Fairy Tail, Makarov was much more relaxed.

Abel looked at Elfman, who had fully absorbed the Beast King's soul and transformed into the Beast King, and Natsu, who was casting Fire Dragon Slayer Magic.

He thought for a moment and gave his answer: "Natsu."

"Oh why?"

"Didn't the president also see that? It's obvious that Elfman's group went through a tough battle to get here, while Natsu not only looks full of energy, but also doesn't seem to have any injuries."

"The reason we delayed the final showdown until now was to give Elfman as much time as possible to recover, so that the fight could be fairer."

"But while physical strength and magic power can obviously be restored, the injuries sustained earlier cannot be healed in such a short time."

"Does Natsu at his peak need to predict the outcome against a half-crippled Elfman?"

Abel's analysis is flawless.

Makarov tacitly accepted this outcome.

Since the topic had come up, Abel asked curiously, "So who was Natsu's opponent in the second round of the test? How could he pass so easily? Did they go easy on him?"

Makarov's expression faltered for a moment, but he still answered Abel's question, saying a name, "It's Gildarts, I don't know what happened either."

"Kildarts? Heh, that makes sense."

Abel smiled too.

Release water?

It's more like releasing it into the sea.

Basically, everyone who participates in the assessment assumes that if they encounter Gildarts in the second round, they will be eliminated.

But Natsu not only encountered it, he also passed through it smoothly, almost unharmed, and without even expending much magic power.

On the contrary, Erza and Mirajane both did their best to fulfill their duties.

From this perspective, the seemingly fair assessment may not actually be so fair.

As for Makarov's answer, it's unclear what happened.

How can it be!

This old geezer even knows that Abel defeated Gajeel using 'Ice Dragon Slayer Magic'.

Don't say that everyone else has a partner, but Natsu found Happy, which means he gave up this helper.

That was Natsu's own choice; no one forced him to do it, right?

Abel didn't bother watching the rest of the battle.

Because the entire process, including the final result, was exactly as he predicted.

Despite Elfman's exceptional performance, initially overwhelming Natsu with a barrage of attacks, his power ultimately faltered, and he narrowly lost to Natsu's Dragon Slayer Magic.

However, despite fighting with injuries, Elfman persevered to the very end with amazing willpower, proving himself to be a true man.

Abel admired him.

As for Natsu, who finally succeeded in becoming an S-class mage, Abel didn't think Natsu lacked the ability. It's just that Natsu could have taken it fairly and squarely, but Gildarts's act of letting him go was tainted by his 'I'm always right' attitude, making it less fair and convincing.

Anyway, that's how it is. It's all over now, and Abel won't stand up for anyone.

no point.

Then everyone packed their things, boarded the ship, and left.

Upon returning to Fairy Tail Guild, Guild Master Makarov publicly announced that Abel and Natsu were the two who had passed the S-Class Mage Exam.

The entire audience was immediately filled with surprise!

The main reason is that both names were somewhat beyond their previous expectations and guesses.

Abel, in particular, was almost entirely considered unlikely to pass the test before he set off.

After all, he might be facing a joint assessment from two or even three S-class mages, including a powerful figure like Gildarts.

But somehow, they still passed.

Cheating?

Release water?

impossible……

Sigh, why don't we just ask? There are so many people here.

It would have been better if I hadn't asked, because what I asked was quite a shock!