One Piece: The user of the Nen-Nen Fruit, who overturned the sea.

The battle begins.

Although Barrett only used 30% of his strength, his terrifying physique and combat experience...

Cyrus still suffered greatly.

On the first day, Cyrus held out for five minutes under Barrett's command before being punched and sent flying, crashing into the ship's side.

"Too slow! In battle, you must fight with the will to kill the enemy!"

The next day, he persisted for eight minutes before a sudden kick grazed his shoulder, causing it to bleed profusely.

"The defense is too rigid! A sword isn't a shield; you need to use it strategically!"

The third day, ten minutes.

This time he successfully blocked Barrett's punch, and although his hand was lacerated, his progress was obvious.

"Not bad, you've improved."

Barrett, unusually, offered a compliment.

"Starting tomorrow, 40% of our strength."

Cyrus lay on the ground, panting heavily, his body covered in wounds, but his eyes burned with a fire—this visible progress captivated him.

Scarlett found her place in the pirate crew.

She comes from a royal family, is well-educated, and is skilled in management and coordination.

Stella quickly discovered her talent in intelligence gathering and supplies management, and began to have her assist with the ship's daily affairs.

"Scarlett, here is the supplies list for next week. Please check it."

Stella handed her a stack of documents.

"OK."

Scarlett quickly got into the swing of things, and everything on the ship was arranged perfectly by her.

With Scarlett's assistance, the ship's operations became much more efficient.

She also began to learn basic navigation and combat skills.

Although Roy didn't expect her to become a combatant, basic self-defense skills are essential on the high seas.

A few days later, the outline of Fishman Island came into view.

"That's Fishman Island..."

Yamato lay on the ship's side, his eyes wide open.

"So beautiful!"

Even Charon, who had met him many times, could not hide his excitement at this moment.

"Finally... I'm back."

The Ark Proverb descended slowly, entering the bubble shield of Fishman Island through a specific passage.

As the ship fully entered the air layer, a fresh, moist breeze rushed towards us.

The port of Fishman Island has received the news, and officials are waiting there.

When the uniquely designed golden ship, Ark Proverb, landed in the port, it immediately attracted a crowd.

The fish-men and mermaids curiously examined the ship and the humans on board.

"That's... Charon?" An older fishman recognized Charon on the ship.

"It really is Charon! He's back!"

Charon jumped off the ship and embraced and greeted his familiar compatriots.

Roy and the others disembarked one after another, experiencing the unique charm of this underwater kingdom.

Just then, a group of palace guards parted the crowd and walked in.

The leader was a blue-skinned whale shark-man, with a burly build and a composed demeanor.

"Captain Roy, welcome back to Fishman Island." Jinbe bowed respectfully.

King Neptune and Queen Otohime invite you to the palace for a meeting.

"Please show me the way."

Roy turned to Savi and the others and said,

"Go have fun, but don't cause any trouble."

Charon, you should go home and check on things first. Come to the palace later to meet me.

"Yes, Captain!"

Several young people excitedly rushed towards the streets of Fishman Island, while Charon ran towards the Sea Forest.

Roy, along with Stella, Hawkeye, Barrett, and other core members, followed Jinbe to Ryugu Castle.

Along the way, the residents of Fishman Island curiously observed the group of humans.

Thanks to Queen Otohime's efforts over the years, Fishman Island's attitude towards humans has softened considerably, but many fishmen still harbor wariness in their eyes.

Upon arriving at the Dragon Palace, King Neptune and Queen Otohime were already waiting in the throne room.

"Captain Roy, it's been a long time."

Neptune greeted him with a hearty laugh.

"I heard you guys are doing really well in the New World!"

Queen Otohime smiled gently.

"Welcome back, Mr. Roy. Your men all look very well."

"Neptune, Queen Otohime, thank you for your hospitality."

The main purpose of our stopover on Fishman Island was to replenish supplies and also to allow Charon to return and see his family.

"Charon, that boy..."

Queen Otohime's eyes showed relief.

"I heard he's made great progress on your ship, that's wonderful."

After everyone was seated, the servants served snacks and drinks unique to Fishman Island.

During the conversation, Roy learned about the recent situation on Fishman Island—

Thanks to Queen Otohime's efforts, relations with humans have improved, but there are still many conservatives who oppose contact with humans.

"Jinbe is now the vice-captain of the royal guard."

Neptune pointed to Jinbe, who was standing to the side.

"This child is reliable and trustworthy; he has helped me a lot."

Roy looked at Jinbe and suddenly asked,

"By the way, where's Tiger? I haven't seen him."

Jinbe's expression stiffened slightly, and Neptune and Queen Otohime also fell silent.

After a moment, Jinbe said in a low voice,

"Brother Tiger... he went on a trip. We haven't heard from him for a while."

Roy's heart skipped a beat—sure enough, at this point in time, Tiger should have already been captured by the Celestial Dragons and enslaved.

"travel?"

Roy feigned doubt.

"Where did you go? Do you have any way to contact you?"

Jinbe shook his head.

"Tiger left us very suddenly, only saying that he wanted to see the outside world."

We're very worried about him, but we haven't heard from him at all.

Roy seemed to be deep in thought.

According to the original story, Fisher Tiger will escape from the Celestial Dragons' slave shortly after becoming their slave.

Then he climbed up the Red Earth alone, wreaked havoc on Mary Geoise, and freed the slaves.

The World Government has been too complacent for too long; it's astonishing that Tiger, with his strength, could cause such a huge commotion.

If I could participate...

Roy quickly made a decision in his mind.

Tiger's feat of freeing slaves will not only shock the world, but will also earn him the respect of countless oppressed races.

If the Roy Pirates could get involved in this, they could obtain a large amount of funds from the Celestial Dragons' treasury.

They can also select some promising members from a large number of slaves to join them.

"Jinpei."

Thinking this through, Roy said seriously,

"If Tiger returns, or if you have any news about him, please contact me immediately."

He took out a specially made Den Den Mushi and handed it to Jinbe.

"This Den Den Mushi is encrypted, so the calls can't be eavesdropped on. As for Tiger's situation... I might be able to help."

Jinbe took the Den Den Mushi, a look of surprise and confusion flashing in his eyes.

"Captain Roy, you..."

"Tiger is a good person."

Roy simply said,

"If he gets into trouble, I won't stand idly by."

Queen Otohime gazed intently at Roy.

"Mr. Roy, you are truly a special human being. On behalf of Fishman Island, I thank you for your kindness."

Neptune solemnly added, "Captain Roy, Fishman Island will remember this friendship."

The conversation continued for some time before Roy and the others took their leave of the palace.

Stella went shopping for supplies, while Roy took Hawkeye and Barrett for a stroll around Fishman Island, experiencing the local customs and culture of this underwater kingdom.

Meanwhile, Savi and his friends were having a great time in the commercial street of Fishman Island.