Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

Good heavens, just the fact that he'd been on that ship made him feel like he was about to become a vicious criminal...

Xiao Yi is just a ten-year-old girl. Can the other party really withstand this kind of pressure?

“Well… Your Excellency, I’ve come to consider something…”

With a smile, he looked directly at Lockes, opened his mouth, and said tactfully, "Isn't your current situation... somewhat dangerous?"

Chapter 113 Invites Yixiao to Join and Offers Guina Advice!

"Now that you mention it, it all makes sense to me!"

Lockes feigned a moment of hesitation, then said with a serious expression, "I am now a wanted criminal with a high bounty."

"The Navy and the World Government have definitely their eyes on me. The next time they come, it will probably be a Navy Admiral."

"The Four Emperors of the New World are probably paying close attention to me as well. My current situation is not very good."

"My boat might not be a good place for Little Yi..."

After one meal.

Lox looked at Little Yi, whose face had turned pale and tense after hearing these words, and said with a smile, "Little Yi, I don't mean to lie to you."

"Becoming my companion is a very dangerous thing."

"You'll be hunted by a naval admiral and targeted by the Four Emperors of the Sea. Are you really willing to join my Blackwing Demon Adventure Team?"

Some things need to be explained clearly, and some need to be told to Yixiao...

"Xiao Yi isn't afraid of danger; more than danger, I don't want to be abandoned..."

Hearing that Rocks didn't intend to abandon her, Little Yi breathed a sigh of relief.

She really didn't want to return to that island, which was called her hometown but was actually a place of hardship...

Xiao Yi said firmly, "I want to join the Blackwing Demon Adventure Team and become your partner, big brothers and big sisters!"

“You can continue to consider it, Xiao Yi, there’s no need to rush to give me an answer.”

"No need, Captain, I'd like to join you!"

Xiao Yi even changed how she addressed herself, showing her inner determination...

Lox chuckled upon hearing the title, patted Little Yi's head, and said with a smile, "Alright, then welcome Little Yi to our Blackwing Demon Adventure Team. This will be your home from now on."

Xiao Yi nodded solemnly: "Thank you, Captain. I will work hard."

"..."

Watching this scene, I almost had a headache.

Given his personality, he would naturally take full responsibility for Xiao Yi's situation, and would only leave after ensuring Xiao Yi's safety.

But now...

"call……"

He slowly exhaled, smiled, and said to Rocks, "Lord Rocks, I can understand why you said you would be targeted by the Navy and the World Government."

Why would they be targeted by the Four Emperors of the New World?

Because of the name "Lox".

Upon hearing Issho mention the key point, Rocks' eyes flashed, and he said, "Haven't you heard of Rocks Merchant F? Mr. Issho..."

"Lox World Trade Center F..."

I repeated the word, and then my mind raced with a smile.

Finally, he retrieved the keywords from distant memories, his eyes widening involuntarily, revealing the grim whites: "The Valley of the Western Sea Incident!?"

More than 30 years ago, he was just a teenager.

Because of his relatively well-off family background, he knew about the incident that had occurred in the past and was now buried...

However, because so much time has passed, his memory of it has become hazy.

If Lockes hadn't reminded him, he wouldn't have remembered the meaning of the name...

He gave a wry smile: "So there's another reason?"

Rocks will not only be targeted by the World Government and the Navy, but also by the Four Emperors of the Sea.

This ship... is a complete nuisance!

Even he felt a shiver run down his spine.

Little Yi joining Lox and his group will inevitably get him into trouble.

Even Ren Youyi, with his calm and composed nature, felt a chill run down his spine at this moment...

“Well then, Mr. Yixiao, I won’t hide it anymore, that’s not my style.”

Seeing this, Lockes understood the whole story and spoke his mind: "I'll discuss this here with you, you lazy bum!"

A smile: "..."

So you're just waiting for him here, right?

Good heavens, I never knew Rocks had this in mind...

"As captain, I will do my best to protect the safety of the crew, but the future enemy is too powerful, and it will be difficult for us to deal with it on our own."

Lockes said seriously, "With Your Excellency Yixiao joining us, I believe that no matter what kind of enemy we are, they will not be able to pose a great threat to us."

Rocks practically said, "You don't want anything to happen to Illya either..."

certainly.

Lox doesn't deny using Little Eyjafjalla as a bargaining chip, but he admits it's a difficult situation.

And no matter the outcome, he will do everything in his power to protect the safety of the crew.

This will not change!

Lox stated bluntly, "I am indeed using Little Yi as leverage to get you to join our Blackwing Demon Adventure Group."

"However, even if you choose to refuse, Mr. Yixiao, I will still protect Xiaoyi. I can guarantee that."

Lox didn't ignore Little Yi's feelings, and he spoke to her gently, saying, "Back then, I was using you as leverage to try and get Mr. Yixiao to join us."

"I apologize to you here, and I hope you can forgive me..."

That is indeed somewhat unethical of him.

But Rocks wouldn't deny it; he honestly explained the reasons and apologized...

"No, Captain, you don't need to apologize. Well... well, if possible, I'd really like Uncle Yixiao to become our partner..."

Xiao Yi did not feel offended.

Rocks was her savior and chose to take her in.

At the same time, she also wanted Yixiao, who was also her savior, to become her partner.

To be honest, Yixiao's kindness was even greater than that of Rocks.

If Ichisho is also a companion, she will have a chance to repay her in the future.

The little girl's thoughts were so simple!

Rocks smiled at Little Yi: "Then let's both of us work hard and try to get Mr. Yixiao to join us, what do you think, Little Yi!"

"I...of course I want Uncle Yixiao to join us...but..."

Xiao Yi stammered and seemed very cautious.

She was afraid of saying the wrong thing: "It's just that Uncle Yixiao's thoughts are the most important. I'm not against you, Captain, I'm just... expressing my opinion..."

Seeing Xiao Yi's expression, Rocks said, "Don't be so nervous, and don't call me captain. Just call me whatever you just said."

"I prefer you to call me big brother rather than captain. Just treat me like your older brother."

"elder brother?"

Xiao Yi called out softly, as if in question.

But you could hear a hint of excitement in your voice...

Locus ruffled Yi’s hair: “Yes, that’s how you call me from now on. It’s much more polite than that guy who always calls me Little Locus.”

Nami: "..."

How can this be linked to her?

"Your Excellency is truly... generous; I don't even know what to say..."

Yixiao was left speechless, both amused and exasperated by Locke's words.

The other person was very direct and open, without hiding anything, which was very kind and straightforward.

He has the demeanor of a maritime hero.

He doesn't dislike that kind of person.

"Haha, as long as Mr. Yixiao doesn't think I'm scheming against you, that's fine. Come on, let's drink. Let's put aside the invitation for now!"

Rocks smiled.

Raising his glass, he said, "The most important thing now is to hold a banquet and welcome Xiao Yi to our Blackwing Demon Adventure Team!"

Nami was the first to raise her glass, drinking orange juice: "Welcome to Illumi!"

Guina and Robin also raised their glasses with smiles.

"Thank you everyone..."

Infected by the atmosphere, Xiao Yi was no longer so nervous.

She raised her orange juice to toast with others, her cheeks flushed, but a happy smile appeared on her face.

"I will consider your invitation..."

He smiled, raised his glass, and clinked glasses with the others.

Since the other party is so boastful and difficult to understand, I will accept their invitation...

……

After a banquet was held due to the arrival of Yi Xiao and Xiao Yi, Lockes and the others spent the night on the ship.

Early the next morning.

When Rocks woke up, Kuina was already practicing swordsmanship on the second deck.

Kuina is a very hardworking and stubborn person; there is no one more stubborn than her on the ship.

He is still practicing flying strikes.

Her talent in swordsmanship is not weak; it is even stronger than Zoro's.

Hard work pays off in the end. In just a few days, Kuina had mastered the Flying Slash.

It can deliver a slash that spans tens of meters.

Kuina was not satisfied with this.

She had witnessed Rocks's flying slash, which could easily cover hundreds of meters; she still needed to continue her rigorous training...

"Let's have a friendly competition."

These past few days, Rocks' daily training has consisted of sparring with Kuina, and it's almost become a habit.

The two honed their swordsmanship through sparring.

Rocks's swordsmanship skills... are still the same as before.

His talent wasn't focused on "method and technique"; his swordplay was like wielding a fire poker, quite incongruous and out of place.

There is a kind of beauty in numbers.

It's all about personal ability.

In terms of speed, reaction, and response, Rocks was not lacking.

In the eyes of others, Rocks' swordsmanship was actually quite poor.