Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

Although I haven't mastered the techniques for playing music out loud yet, it's still somewhat effective.

'Continue practicing in this way, and you'll soon master the technique of projecting your energy outwards...'

Locke, after considering the situation, thanked Yixiao and said, "Thank you, Mr. Yixiao."

"You're welcome, it's no trouble at all."

It didn't take much to his liking, and he laughed it off.

He then took the opportunity to ask the question that had been on his mind: "You must also be a Devil Fruit user, right? Is it a Zoan type?"

"His physique is even stronger than some of the Zoan-type Devil Fruit users I've encountered when they were activating their abilities..."

"It is an animal-type mythical beast, the Human-Human Fruit, Mythical Beast, Illusory Form, Black Wing Demon Fruit."

Rocks explained, "However, this Devil Fruit is rather special. Unlike other Zoan-type Devil Fruit users, I cannot transform into a beast or a half-beast..."

After the Blackwing Demon devoured the Great White Pig Fruit, Rocks received feedback and indeed found that his physique had become much stronger.

And it's a real, tangible improvement.

Physical strength takes time to develop.

Unless they are naturally muscular monsters like old ladies or beasts.

Otherwise, for ordinary people who want to improve their physical fitness, long-term training is essential.

Lox, however, received a significant boost to his physical strength simply from the feedback he received from the Blackwing Archdeacon.

This once again demonstrates the power of the "golden touch".

Lox thought to himself.

The reason why the Blackwing Demon's feedback was in terms of physical strength is probably related to the fact that it devoured a Devil Fruit of the animal type.

Xing Bie

The physique of Zoan-type Devil Fruit users is far superior to that of ordinary people; this is one of the abilities of Zoan-type Devil Fruits...

If I were to absorb a Paramecia or Logia type, would the feedback not be in terms of physical strength... but in other aspects?

Lox was somewhat curious about this.

However, I'm hesitant to try using sand fruit now.

This will make the Blackwing Demon within him even stronger, putting even more pressure on Locus.

I had no choice but to suppress this thought...

"Even without the ability to transform into a beast or a half-beast, Your Majesty's physique remains so powerful, which truly surprises me..."

The Devil Fruit is inherently a symbol of the unpredictable; anything can happen, so a smile isn't entirely unexpected.

I was somewhat surprised.

Without the ability to transform into a beast or a half-beast, the improvement in physical strength should not be significant.

But Rocks was physically very strong.

'Could it be that he was born with a strong physique?'

The thought came to Yixiao's mind.

There are many people with naturally strong physiques on the high seas.

The most famous is undoubtedly Charlotte Linlin, one of the Four Great Queens, also known as "Iron Balloon"!

Was Rocks this kind of person too?

"Haha, maybe this is what talent is?"

Lox didn't explain, attributing it to natural talent.

It's not that I don't trust you, but there's no need to say it out loud.

With a smile, he remarked, "No wonder you have become famous at such a young age; it can only be explained by your talent."

"Praise."

Lockes chuckled and then said, "By the way, Mr. Ichisho, what do you think of my suggestion from yesterday?"

"I used to be nomadic, so the idea of ​​me joining Your Excellency's adventure group is quite perplexing."

Yi Xiao paused for a moment, then said, "But some of your ideas have piqued my curiosity."

"So I haven't made up my mind yet. Could you please allow me a little more time?"

I neither refused nor agreed.

Given his personality, once he makes a decision, he won't change his mind.

This matter concerns his future and his goals.

He wouldn't easily choose to join unless he could find his own "direction" on this ship.

"Concept?"

Rocks wasn't in a hurry.

There's still a chance as long as the other party doesn't directly reject you.

Instead, she became interested in what Yixiao had to say: "My views?"

"Yes."

Yi Xiao nodded: "You said yesterday that this is a deformed world, and the kindness of one person alone cannot change this era."

"Since you have said these words, it is clear that you have your own understanding of this world and this era."

He smiled and looked at Lox, his expression serious: "Could you please tell me your views on this world and this era?"

Upon hearing this, Lox shrugged helplessly: "I'm not good at these high-level theories..."

After a pause, Locke chuckled and said, "However, it's still acceptable to share some personal interpretations."

"The world is sick, seriously sick. There is a disease called 'Celestial Dragons, World Government' that has plagued the world for hundreds of years."

"Not long ago, Roger used a drug to save the world, with ONE PIECE as the catalyst, but the drug's potency was clearly insufficient, or rather, it was a slow-acting drug."

Lockes looked out to sea: "Let's not discuss whether Roger's medicine will be effective in the future or whether it will be a waste of effort."

"But the current situation is that this already ailing world is worsened by Roger's drug..."

"Treating a stubborn illness takes time, and it's accompanied by intermittent pains, and these 'intermittent pains' are the chaos of our times..."

"This is the world I see, this era I see," Lockes said slowly.

"I'm a rough person, and this is the kind of thing I can only see. Please forgive me if I don't understand."

"The root cause of the illness and the medication? Your words are very insightful and have resolved many of my doubts..."

Yi Xiao gave Lox a deep look, even though he was blind.

He sighed again: "If Roger administered medicine, then I am merely an insignificant part of it. Obviously, a small part cannot change the whole situation..."

"Since you have such a deep understanding of this world and this era, then... is there another 'medicine' or another 'method' to solve this 'root cause'?"

"Um... just remove the 'root cause' directly? Just cut off the tumor that's causing the problem?"

Lockes said, "Roger administered a slow-acting drug. Every medicine has its side effects, so there will naturally be 'pain'. If the drug is too slow, then use a knife..."

"But do I need to say that?"

Looking towards the Red Earth, Lockes said calmly, "The root of the problem lies where everyone can see it..."

Chapter 115 Rocks's Talk-no-Jutsu! Ichisho Joins! The Demon Sword Named "Seven Star Sword"!

A smile and silence: "..."

That makes sense.

Everyone knows that the world government is the source of chaos in this world.

But who can defeat a world government that has stood for hundreds of years?

Rocks, the former king of the seas, couldn't do it; Heracles only administered a single dose of medicine; and it's unlikely that the Four Emperors of this era could achieve the same result...

The Revolutionary Army... perhaps it's just another dose of medicine?

At least for now, I don't see anyone who can completely eradicate that "root cause" that has existed for hundreds of years...

"Is the chaos brought about by the 'labor pains' unavoidable? It's the ordinary people of this world who suffer..."

His smile held a hint of melancholy.

He was a chivalrous hero with a strong sense of justice.

To be honest, he had a very bad impression of Hai Lou Tuo Jie before.

I think if it weren't for Roger's "Great Age of Glory"

How could this ocean be so chaotic?

Now, after hearing Lox's account, he felt that Roger was not "evil," but rather "good" in a way that many people could not understand.

Roger is saving the world in his own way, trying to eradicate the "root cause" of cholera in the world.

The treatment was accompanied by contractions, and these contractions caused chaos in the ocean.

Good and evil became blurred at this moment...

"..."

Lox did not speak.

Aside from the fact that the time traveler can view the world from a God's-eye view.

He genuinely couldn't give a coherent answer to such a profound question.

In his previous life, he was neither a politician nor an official; he was simply someone who had experienced the information explosion era.

He can share his opinions, but to say he's incredibly great... that's not enough!

He wasn't a selfish person, but he didn't want to be a savior either.

This is due to his personality.

He never moves towards that goal!

He smiled and looked at Lockes again: "Your Excellency, among the people of this era, if there is anyone who can solve the 'root cause' of the problem, who do you think it would be?"

"If you mean something like someone who can take down the World Government..."

Lox used a simpler description.

After thinking for a moment, he pointed to himself and said confidently, "Then I will tell you without hesitation, it's me!"

Rocks was never lacking in self-confidence.

A time traveler with a cheat code... Rocks dares to call himself "the god of the new age"!

"So that's what you think, Your Excellency?"

A smile surprised Locke's confidence.

Upon closer reflection, given Rocks' talent, barring any unforeseen circumstances, he is destined to become a powerful figure standing at the pinnacle of the ocean.

Like the former sea tyrant Rocks, like the sea tyrant Jet, and like the current Four Emperors.

The other party is absolutely qualified to reach this level.

It's reasonable to say that it could threaten the world government...

"Can't I?"

Locke nodded slightly: "Confidence is an excellent quality, and besides, I am only seventeen years old. Give me some more time to grow, and I will surpass everyone."

"I believe I have no shortage of ability, strength, courage, and willpower, so why wouldn't I dare to say such a thing?"

"My goal is to go wherever I want and do whatever I want."

"And to achieve this goal, I naturally have to be the strongest one, so strong that no one dares to provoke me!"

"If I truly achieve my goal, then I can naturally destroy the World Government whenever I want, unless they don't provoke me."

Before Yi Xiao could speak, Rocks grinned and said confidently, "But with my name 'Rocks,' do you think the World Government and the Navy wouldn't come after me?"