One Piece: I Weave the Pirate Codex with My Zanpakuto

Borsalino was a little embarrassed by the compliment and put his sunglasses back on.

"Well, even though you say that, if this place were attacked by the enemy, I'm afraid I still wouldn't be able to resist taking action."

"Try to avoid making a move. This won't be a life-or-death battle, so there's no need to reveal all your cards."

Ross looked at the dark clouds drifting in from the horizon and let out a long sigh.

The storm is finally coming.

"So-called war is nothing more than observing the situation and then attacking. With me and Lockes here, they can never win in terms of 'situation'."

As for the attack...

"Whether it's Neptune's Neptune Army or Barrett's forces, we'll let those guys know our strength."

"I'm sure I'll win this battle. Since they're offering us the island for free, I guess I'll just have to accept it reluctantly."

Chapter 146 Divine Retribution! An Unexpected Incident!

[A super-fast sword "Giant" + a fusion fruit = divine punishment; Zanpakuto under construction...]

[Unlocked Zanpakuto: Minazuki, Nosara, Senbonzakura, Sogyo Ritsu, Tenken]

[Bleach Mark: Komamura Sajin]

[Current resonance level: 1%]

[Mark Effects (Bronze): Shikai, Sword Pressure, Inorganic Manipulation]

[Sword Slam: Concentrates the energy converted from Armament Haki into the blade, then unleashes a powerful slash to attack the enemy. This ability can also be triggered by the palm of the hand.]

[Inorganic Control: Automatically activated upon initial release, it can transform any area covered by Armament Haki into the body in its initial release state.]

"This demon sword feels much more comfortable than the last one."

After finishing his blacksmithing work, Rocks tried to pick up the knife to examine it closely, but was repelled by an inexplicable force just as he was about to touch the blade.

"Hey, aren't you being a bit stingy? I just wanted to take a look!"

Ross glanced at Rocks: "Idiot, this is to protect you. If you touch the blade of Divine Punishment, Wild Sun's power will be nullified."

"Then you'll have to go back to the workshop again. Has your brain been soaked in alcohol and ruined?"

Only then did Locke remember this, and he immediately chuckled and waved his hand.

"Haha, I was just curious, but your ability is truly unique."

"You actually managed to forcibly forge a demon sword using the Devil's soul from a Devil Fruit, tsk tsk tsk~ If those monsters knew about your abilities, they'd probably be begging you to join the World Government, right?"

"No, they will use their immortal power to wear us down, and then make us kneel down and beg them to join them."

As he was making sarcastic remarks, Ross drew his sword, intending to unleash his Shikai, but then suddenly remembered his ability to manipulate inorganic matter.

He hurriedly withdrew his Armament Haki, which had begun to transform into spiritual particles.

He's right outside the church right now. If he were to release the divine punishment now, the church would probably become the material for that release.

Ross sat in the chair, holding his sheathed katana in his arms, the guard resting precisely on his shoulder.

He closed his eyes and channeled all his Observation Haki into the Heavenly Tribulation.

Based on his memory, Ross was not optimistic about the Divine Punishment and even considered abandoning it at one point.

When the body of the Black Rope Heavenly Punishment King is injured, the injury will be simultaneously reflected in the user, Komamura Sajin.

This makes them perfect sitting ducks for some agile enemies.

But the ability to manipulate inorganic matter showed Rose even more possibilities.

Who says that after Shikai, one must fight with the created body? Perhaps striking and retreating is the true way to use Divine Retribution.

Don't rush to use the initial release of divine retribution.

Use it at the crucial moment, and unleash a strike that can change the course of the battle!

Just like the bots in a certain online game, a qualified bot is one that doesn't rush to use its Q ability.

Nearby, Rox knew what Ross was doing and glared at the kids running towards them.

"Get lost! Didn't you realize the adults are busy?!"

"If you dare to make a scene here again, I'll take off your pants and spank you!"

A little imp that tried to approach scurried away, so Rox simply sat down next to Ross to guard him.

Looking at the unsuspecting man in front of her, a strange and indescribable emotion flashed through her mind.

If I kill him, will I gain my freedom?

If it were in the past...

Rocks carefully reflected on his past personality and finally came to a conclusion—

He would never submit to anyone.

But this man was perhaps the most special to him.

After years of working together, Rocks is confident that he is the person who understands Ross the most.

He witnessed the other person's growth and efforts along the way, and also knew the reason why the other person worked so hard.

That's why he's willing to stay in this place.

Because he knew that Rose could do things that he couldn't.

Looking at Ross, whose breathing was steady and long, Rocks sighed softly and said to himself with a self-deprecating smile:

"You really trust me, huh? If I were to have any ulterior motives right now, you'd be dead meat."

"You won't."

Olvia leaned against the church door, her hair disheveled and her expression weary.

“If Ross didn’t trust you, he would never have performed the sword dance in front of you.”

"It's you, archaeologist. It seems the translation of the historical text isn't going well."

Olvia pushed her glasses up her head and walked over with a teacup in her hand.

"It can no longer be described as unsuccessful. The translation of the historical text of the road signs is quite difficult. If we could get the other pieces, the translation difficulty would probably be reduced, but it is also possible that it would not be."

"Does the David family have inherited this knowledge?"

When asked by the girl, Locke crossed his arms and thought for a long time before giving an answer.

"You may be disappointed, but not much has been passed down from the David clan. Due to eight hundred years of suppression, there are probably only a few members left now."

"My parents, family and I died in God Valley. All that was left behind were the scattered memories in my mind."

“But Olvia,”

“I suggest you have Ross take you to Elbaf. Giants have a lifespan that is different from humans, and their lifespan of hundreds of years makes that giant race a witness to history.”

“Elbaf, there’s a huge owl there. I heard Harald mention it when I was still alive. It seems to be protecting some ancient history.”

"If you go there and still find nothing, then there aren't many places on this sea where ancient history still exists."

"I will definitely go to Elbaf, but not now."

Ross's voice rang out.

Lox and Olvia both looked at the man.

"Now is not the best time to go there. Be patient. Ida will not be content to rely on us forever."

"As said she had contact with other businessmen in private, and they probably exchanged contact information."

"Once she runs into trouble elsewhere, she'll naturally beg us to visit that vast, dreamlike kingdom."

Ross tucked the divine punishment into his belt and stood up.

"At that time, I won't be refused even if I suggest that Olvia learn about the giants."

“Harald would even be happy that I made the request, because wherever there is a need, there is an entry point to break through.”

"Just like a god of fortune, some people will become so arrogant that they don't recognize themselves and can't understand their own status if you don't keep a close eye on them."

“If you help them, they will think it is their own ability.”

Olvia didn't quite understand what Ross was saying; all she heard was that now wasn't the best time to go.

On the contrary, Lox looked thoughtful.

“You’re right. Although I have a good relationship with Harald, he is, after all, the king of a country. He cannot make a choice as easily as we do.”

"Appropriate criticism is beneficial to future cooperation."

“Scholar, you don’t need to look at me like that. The stronger this place is, the safer Teach and Alice will be in the future.”

“Sometimes people have to make choices, and so do I, Harald and I.”

Ross waved his hand, indicating that the topic should be dropped.

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The Den Den Mushi (snail phone) rang.

Kacha--

"cough!!"

The moment the call connected, the Den Den Mushi coughed up a mouthful of ketchup.

"Boss, something's happened!"

"We've encountered the Golden Lion's air fleet... Whoosh! Boom!"

"Boss Hanahana, the enemy ships are flying in the sky and we can't hit them! Damn it!!"

Where are you?

“We’ve only been out of Dressrosa for two days, and we’re now about 100 nautical miles to the west of there. We can see the flag of the Kingdom of Mogara through our telescopes.”

Ross frowned slightly; he hadn't expected Shiki's fleet to appear in that place.

"Hold on. If necessary, have your men take you underwater. I'll send Borsalino there immediately."

"Hurry up, boss, we might not last much longer... Crack!"

Ross immediately dialed Borsalino's Den Den Mushi.

"Polsalino, go find As. He has the Vivre Card and Record Pointer of Hana-kata. Make a trip to the Kingdom of Mogara as fast as you can."

"Those unlucky guys ran into the air fleet. Shiki is probably trying to lure me out of Miracle Island."

"I understand, I'll get there to provide support as quickly as possible!"

Chapter 147 Pirates Die at Sea

[Northern beach of the Kingdom of Mogara]

A dozen or so pirates were washed ashore by the waves, their wounds turning white from the seawater.

"Cough cough cough..."

Hanafza rolled over and vomited seawater.

"That bastard, hey, you guys! Now's not the time for you to sleep!!"

The surviving pirates slowly opened their eyes, and after a brief moment of confusion, they slowly sat up.

"Boss, are you alright?"

"That bastard Shiki, I'm going to settle the score with him someday!"

1, 2, 3...

Hana Hanafuda approached the four people who were still unconscious, his already unpleasant expression now appearing even more gloomy.

These people were his subordinates who had followed him all the way, his most loyal partners who had accompanied him from the time he set sail to when he joined Boss Ross's forces.

And now he's dead in a place like this...

"It's alright, boss."