However, that's not the main point.
Staring at that string of point numbers, Shano couldn't help but squint his eyes.
Compared to gender, he obtained much more valuable information.
According to the rules.
The point value of a sacrifice is determined by the character's role and strength weight, with past experiences showing that the latter often holds more weight.
Imu's appearances are not many, but any random personal item can be of such high value, from which it can be inferred that their strength is on another level altogether.
So being at the General Emperor Level is not the ceiling of this world, there is an even higher realm beyond it...
Truly worthy of being the one behind eight hundred years of world domination.
Thinking of this, Shano couldn't help but feel a bit pressured, but more importantly, a burning fighting spirit.
That day will come.
He will eventually ascend that so-called Holy Land Mary Geoise, climb above those Heavenly Celestial Dragons, to see what this so-called god, looking down on all beings, really is!
Recollecting his thoughts.
Shano's gaze fell on the last item, a seemingly ordinary fishing rod.
[You sacrificed the fishing rod of the future Navy Hero Koby, and gained 1500 points]
How could it be so much?
Shano was taken aback, as Koby is still just a boy incapable of even trussing a chicken, logically speaking, this should only be worth a hundred or two hundred points at most.
Holding onto his doubts, he opened the details page.
[Koby's Fishing Rod]
[Quality: Epic]
[Value: 1500 points]
[Appraisal Comment: The fishing rod Koby spent most of his savings on, which in the original timeline, cultivated his interest in fishing.]
[Focused frequently on fishing by the sea, it also changed Koby's original fate line, getting kidnapped by the Alleta Pirates, meeting Luffy, and becoming Garp's apprentice, this rod witnessed his transformation from a timid boy to a Navy Hero, and the two-hundredfold effort he put in on the training ground!]
So that's it.
It's an important tool that changed the trajectory of the timeline.
Shano thoughtfully rubbed his chin and grinned.
This is a good thing!
The Navy Headquarters, built on the foundation of being lapdogs to the Heavenly Celestial Dragons, is already rotten to the core and must be completely overhauled and rebuilt, no escapee king needed for rescue!
Even Smoker has started following him, in his view, if there really is any future Navy Hero, it should be this Smoker!
After taking one last look at the information stream.
Three consecutive draws garnered a total of 19,600 points, bringing the remaining points back up to 30,100, instantly transforming the pauper back to prosperity.
This stolen scroll truly paid off.
In great spirits, Shano downed the black coffee in his cup in one go and decided to strike while the iron was hot, starting to read the training scroll of the Aerial Dance Skill.
As expected.
Similar to the previously acquired "Qi Circle Slash," this too requires mobilizing the "Qi" within the body to use.
"Then it should also be usable with Haki as a substitute."
Shano's eyes gleamed, the principles of energy utilization remain the same.
...
About two hours later.
Shano finished reading thoroughly and officially began training.
He sat cross-legged, eyes closed, concentrating, and attempted to mobilize the Haki within his body according to the methods in the scroll.
At first, it was a bit clumsy, but with the prior experience of mastering the Qi Circle Slash, soon, he found that feeling.
The Haki within his body became gentle, moving like flowing water, gradually gathering on the surface of his skin.
"Rise."
With a light word, although still sitting cross-legged, his body slowly lifted off the ground, as if held up by clouds, floating in mid-air.
"Practice makes perfect, it's easier than expected."
Shano opened his eyes, looking at his feet several meters off the ground, smiling contentedly.
Though still not very proficient, he had grasped the basic principle of the Aerial Dance Skill, and what's left now is to practice more and improve his proficiency.
Go!
He tried adjusting his posture in the air, flying a short distance; the speed couldn't yet increase, but it was already stable enough to hover freely, consuming far less than the Moonwalk.
Now it seems.
Once fully mastered.
As long as it's not an emergency, exerting oneself fully won't be necessary; the usual consumption level would match the automatic replenishment speed of his Haki.
Which means.
Traveling with the Aerial Dance Skill in the future won't require worrying about consumption at all!
Shano felt delighted, resting his arms behind his head, letting his body drift upwards on the cloud.
This sense of free flying is wonderful, much more stylish than the clumsy air-stepping Moonwalk.
...
In a blink, night fell.
The agreed dinner time was nearing, Shano ended the Aerial Dance Skill, plummeting from tens of thousands of meters high, crashing to the north side of the castle.
Boom!
The dense forest suddenly erupted in a cloud of smoke and dust, broken branches and leaves falling like raindrops.
In the deep pit, Shano kneeled on one knee, lightly pressing his hand against the moist soil, the hem of his clothes still catching the night's cool breeze from the high altitude.
He didn't even use Armament, merely relying on his terrifying physical strength to mitigate the force from the fall of tens of thousands of meters, rising without even messing up his hairstyle.
"Refreshing."
Shano twisted his neck, grinning broadly, indeed thrilling enough to want another round up there, no wonder Kaido gets more excited with each jump.
But for today, training ends here; now is time to enjoy a good drink, as he emerged from the forest, brushing off the leaves on his body, and headed happily towards the castle.
Upon entering the castle gate, the dining room was already abuzz with noise.
Opening the door, Zeff was busy in the kitchen, Sanji assisting him, and together they prepared a sumptuous feast on the long table, the aroma filling the air.
And all the crew members, including a few new recruits, had already gathered, bustling and jolly.
"Boss, you're finally back, we were just waiting for you!"
Smoker was helping arrange the tables and chairs, noticed Shano coming in, and greeted him, glancing left and right, ensuring no one was paying attention, then leaned in, whispering with grievance,
"Hey, boss, where on earth did you find someone who looks exactly like Kuina?"
"Hmm?"
Shano followed his gaze and looked at Tashigi, saying curiously, "She's also from the East Sea, wasn't she a Marine under your command back then, don't you recognize her?"
"Huh?"
Smoker was stupefied, "Is that so?"
Among his subordinates in Log Town, there was such a gem?
No wonder during their first meeting last week, she lit up at the sight of him, almost instinctively trying to salute.
Probably when he was still the base commander in Log Town, this girl had just enlisted, so he had no impression of her.
"Truly like twins."
Smoker looked again at Kuina, shuddering subconsciously.
Both Sword Masters, completely indistinguishable, too much pressure!
Since boarding the ship, he often received a sound beating from Kuina for his various careless habits and overly clumsy straightforward remarks.
Besides Shano, the captain he respectfully feared, she was the one he dreaded the most.
Now he has to watch out doubly?
When he first entered the castle, he even forgot to extinguish his cigarette, carrying it straight into the kitchen with a cigar between his lips.
The moment Tashigi eyed him, he was jolted awake, almost scared out of his wits, hurriedly stomping out the cigarette and bowing apologetically to Tashigi, looking all flustered.
"Truly embarrassing as a former superior." Smoker scratched his head in frustration.
Shano was left speechless; who would have thought he'd see the day Smoker feared Tashigi.
Just as they were about to continue their conversation, the castle door was suddenly pushed open hard, heavy footsteps accompanied by hurried breathing came.
Everyone turned their heads.
Only to see Kuma's tall figure appear at the entrance, his face pale, forehead covered in cold sweat, those gentle eyes now filled with panic.
"Captain, Bonney...she's gone missing!"