One Piece: I Weave the Pirate Codex with My Zanpakuto

"We're already friends, and I'll lend a hand when you need it."

"Don't worry about my strength. Even if you are imprisoned in the Holy Land of Mary Geoise, I am fully confident that I can rescue you."

"Vegapunk, my good friend~"

Ross picked up his glass in a gesture of respect.

"Let's raise a glass to a better and more peaceful future."

goo~

After drinking, Vegapunk and Ross looked at each other.

How do you know so much?

"You're talking about alien technology and ancient history, what exactly is going on?!"

Chapter 110 This vast ocean is full of people with empty hearts; I just happened to fill that emptiness.

"These things are too complicated to explain, so please be patient and you'll soon find out what I'm talking about."

Rose didn't talk much about the history.

Knowing more about something doesn't necessarily mean you're better off.

He simply intended to make a good impression on Vegapunk and, incidentally, prepare him mentally for a future defection from the World Government.

He also needs ancient technology, such as the Mother Fire that can create infinite energy.

If only we could steal that thing~

"For our shared dream, Vegapunk."

Rose raised his glass again.

"So that all people on the sea can have free energy, so that all people on the sea can regain their freedom, and so that slavery and the aristocratic ideology can be eliminated."

bang~

The wine glasses clinked lightly.

"All the sacrifices were worthwhile."

Vegapunk tilted his head back and drank the wine in his glass.

Feeling bewildered, yet unconsciously drawn to the other person.

Although they were complete strangers meeting for the first time, the man's charm made him feel like they had known each other for a long time.

"Ross, do you mean that if I join the World Government, I can learn the secrets of ancient technology?"

"No, not until I gain their trust."

Ross put down his glass, tore off a piece of chicken, and stuffed it into his mouth.

“You must demonstrate a talent that transcends this era, Vegapunk.”

"Only in this way can you approach the Five Elders as a [genius scientist]. At that time, they will probably teach you a little bit about ancient technology."

"Only when you successfully crack the code and give them hope will they slowly hand over the rest of their ancient technology to you, like milking a cow."

Vegapunk picked up his glass and took a thoughtful sip.

"But there's one thing you'd better be careful about."

Vegapunk put down his half-empty glass and looked at Ross.

"The cloning experiment of Zoan-type Devil Fruits, Vinsmoke Judge got his job by bringing his own funding, right?"

"The bloodline factor technology he carries will open the door to a new world for you. If you successfully create a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit in the future, please contact me. I need that Devil Fruit."

"Bloodline factor technology?"

Vegapunk recalled what Judge had said to him when he was showing off.

"That technology is indeed very powerful, but Judge used it somewhat incorrectly."

"If everything you said really happens in the future, I'll be careful! But Ross, why are you so sure I can do it all?"

Ross grinned and said, "I'm just betting that you're the man who will change the world, Vegapunk."

"Alright, let's drink! ~~"

Stussy picked up the bottle and poured wine for the two of them.

After several rounds of drinks, all three were quite tipsy.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing."

Ross then remembered the Blackwing Demon and immediately asked about it.

"How can one grant living beings the power of the undead...?"

"To give the living the power of the dead?"

Vegapunk shook his head; he rarely drank like this.

Alcohol would only waste his time researching science and technology.

"Why do that? Why would a living being want to control the power of the dead?"

"Why does my brain feel so slow..."

Vegapunk was talking to himself as if he were drunk.

"Ross, that's a contradiction. It's impossible for a living person to control the power of the undead."

"There's one exception: the trash can, the trash can! Ugh...!"

Ross patiently waited for Vegapunk to finish vomiting.

"My head is spinning, Stusi. I'll have to leave things to you from now on."

Just as he was about to fall asleep, Vegapunk suddenly sat up with a start.

"Oh right! I haven't finished answering the question from earlier!"

"Ross, if you can find a Devil Fruit related to the dead, maybe you can grant that person the power of the dead, no, no, no~"

"Or perhaps it should be called the power of demons. Hmm, the power of demons might be like the power of the undead—a power that comes at a price. This research seems worth exploring further."

"The relationship between humans and Devil Fruits, humans and devils, devil ZZzzz..."

Devil Fruit?

Ross looked as if he had been struck by lightning.

A flash of inspiration!

Yup!

If we divide Hollow power into two parts, Devil Fruits might represent one of them!

Especially Zoan-type Devil Fruits.

If a Zoan-type Devil Fruit fails to awaken, its body will be possessed by the demon within the fruit, turning it into a monster devoid of emotion and only capable of slaughter!

In other words, as long as he finds a suitable person to eat the vampire fruit, and then finds a way to accelerate the awakening.

If the awakening fails, the target will become a special "void"!

In other words, they are monsters who have lost their sense of self and whose souls are empty!

By then, he will have met the prerequisites for the formula, and all that will remain is to find out what the ritual is after unlocking the prerequisites.

"You've been a great help, Vegapunk."

Ross couldn't help but smile.

"It seems my matchmaking has helped two people."

Stussy steadied the already drunk Vegapunk and looked at Ross with a beaming smile.

"Now you owe me another favor, Ross."

"Including the previous intelligence gathering, that makes two times in total. How do you plan to repay me?"

Ross didn't dislike Stussy's words.

Just as Lingling said, human relationships are a tool used to deepen feelings.

Moreover, Stussy didn't beat around the bush; instead, he simply kicked the ball straight.

"How about eternal youth?"

"For girls, maintaining eternal beauty is an irresistible temptation, isn't it?"

Stussy blinked, feeling a dryness in his throat:

"Eternal beauty... Have you found another special Devil Fruit?"

"It's not a Devil Fruit. I'll let you know if there's any news later."

Ross got up to leave; he needed a quiet place to sort out his thoughts.

"It's a super treasure with absolutely no side effects; that thing is enough to repay the favor I owe you."

Oh, and one more thing~

As Ross reached the stairs, he stopped and turned to look at Stussy.

"If you have nowhere to go in the future, you can go to your ideal world. That place will definitely welcome you."

Da·Da·Da··

Hearing the man's footsteps coming downstairs, Stusi, disregarding Vegapunk, quickly ran to the balcony.

"Rose!"

Ross looked up on the street.

"You're like a devil! They weren't wrong, you really are a devil!!"

"I'm just providing you with what you need most, in other words..."

Ross blended into the crowd, raising his waving right hand and slowly lowering it.

"I have satisfied people's greed. If you didn't really want it, you wouldn't be tempted."

"Am I right, Stusi?"

“I didn’t do anything too outrageous; I just filled the void in your hearts.”

"This vast ocean is full of people with empty hearts; a simple act of kindness is enough for me to fill their empty souls."

"Do I possess the potential to become a successful businessman?"

"Hahaha~~~"

As the man disappeared into the crowd, Stussy's pupils trembled.

"Hmm, ancient technology, I will definitely obtain it, I will personally witness the development of ancient technology..."

Hearing Vegapunk's ramblings coming from behind, Stussy closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

She was considering whether to continue contact with Ross in the future...

That man is far too dangerous.

A few words spoken at a party gave her and Vegapunk something they couldn't refuse.

With Ross's support, Vegapunk can unleash his talent without any reservations.

She was the same.

If only we could obtain the treasure that grants eternal youth...

Stussy opened his eyes and licked his lower lip with his tongue.

"You monster, Ross!"

"But you're right, this ocean is full of empty people, and I happen to be one of them."

"I'll have expectations, you bastard!"