Chapter 36 A Divine Move
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The scalding blood of the fishman splattered onto the stone floor of Alon Paradise, leaving a dark red stain.
It wasn't until the fishman who had mocked Nami fell to the ground that the fishmen of Arlong Paradise realized what was happening.
"Ah... Ah San!?"
They stared in shock, calling out the name of the fallen fishman.
However, the next moment, a metal arm suddenly covered its body.
"Not bad, not bad~"
"You're unconscious but not dead. It seems your swordsmanship has improved quite a bit, Zoro."
Swish.
With a thought from V, the fishman's body vanished instantly.
The silence lasted for a moment.
Immediately following were the sounds of water gushing out and roaring:
"You bastard... what did you do to that Indian?!"
"Damn it! Nami betrayed us!"
"Kill them!"
The fishmen roared and charged out, a dozen fierce figures rushing towards Zoro and his companions.
Seeing this, V immediately spoke up to remind him:
"Be careful, these mermen are very valuable, don't damage them."
Don't worry!
Zoro, now in V-form, grinned and instantly assumed a fighting stance.
In his left hand is the Asura, a killing blade symbolizing wild rage and the annihilation of all enemies;
The right hand is the blade of enlightenment, the blade that illuminates the true self and allows one to transcend.
And the snow-white blade in his mouth, symbolizing the pure and resilient promise of the blade, Wado Ichimonji.
These are the three Peak Blades that V chose for Zoro.
Three days ago, V would never have thought of using a Tier 3 katana as a companion weapon.
But all of this changed after V completed the transformation of Usopp.
As a member of the main characters, Usopp's useless legs were exchanged by V for essential trading points.
However, his arms, which were used to create the Weather Stick and various types of ammunition, were used by V to exchange for a prosthetic body after a sudden inspiration.
What V didn't expect was...
Usopp's hands, seemingly just scraps from the Straw Hat crew, were actually used to create a special prosthetic body that could influence the laws of the world.
The Divine Move
[Level: Unidentifiable]
[Description: A meridian-type prosthetic body endowed with special abilities by a mysterious power.]
It grants the holder the power to upgrade and modify items based on their imagination.
[Effect: When the holder has a clear idea for modifying a specific item, all the conditions required for the modification will automatically appear in their mind.]
The conditions may involve materials, energy, environmental factors, or technical requirements, and will be listed indefinitely with clear prompts.
Once all conditions are met, the transformation will surely succeed.
[PS: I think this will work!]
[Price: Not available for purchase]
As expected of the legendary Usopp, his arms alone created a miracle.
V's comment on this was simply two words:
"That's how it works, bro!"
The effect of this divine intervention is tantamount to giving V another cheat code outside of the system.
It was precisely this divine intervention that caused V to completely overturn his original, gradual plan.
He's now going to directly set the final path for the Straw Hat crew!
"Three-Sword Style: Tornado!!!"
Zoro's deep, powerful roar echoed at the entrance of Arlong Park.
Before he finished speaking, he suddenly began to spin rapidly. The violent air currents generated by the three longswords instantly stirred up the surrounding air, transforming into a visible, emerald-green, raging tornado composed of countless blades gleaming coldly!
"Aaaaaah—!"
"What's this?!"
The fishmen at the forefront were caught off guard and instantly swept into the turbulent whirlwind.
The sharp blade clashed violently with the hard fish scales and flesh, producing a tearing sound that made your teeth ache.
Of course, Zoro didn't forget V's size, and each strike precisely fulfilled the requirement of "injuring the enemy without killing him".
After all, he knew...
These fishmen are all stepping stones for him to become stronger.
"You damn green algae-head! Don't even think about sneaking off by yourself!"
Just then, a figure suddenly rushed out, charging into the swarm of fish like an indomitable knight.
This person is none other than the Straw Hat crew's newest member—Sanji!
Since there was no suitable prosthetic body available at the moment, V's modification of Sanji was a complete replica of Zoro's.
As for why he has such drive...
This all started with a video that V sent him that explored issues of physiological hygiene.
Although it was just a green screen created by V using brain-computer interface AI, for netizens who have watched countless videos, it couldn't even budge the Supreme Bone.
But how could Sanji, who came from a poor land, accept such a high-dimensional technological shock?
He immediately knelt down before V in the control room, his attitude sincere and his eyes filled with tears.
It's almost as if he's saying, "I've been without parents since I was little, and I want to take care of you in your old age."
And V lived up to his expectations, promising to make him small perks regularly.
The condition is...
He wants to use Zoro's growth rate as a benchmark to continuously become stronger.
V promised to give him the power of creation completely once he had completely defeated Zoro.
At this moment, Sanji's eyes were ignited by a fierce fighting spirit, and his golden pupils seemed to be filled with blood-red lava.
That's the unique light effect that the "Effort Leads to Success" prosthetic body displays when it's at its limit.
Having already been caught off guard by V, Sanji unleashed an unprecedented potential.
"Damn it... Green algae head..."
"Kick——!!!"
Bang!
A heavy, muffled thud exploded.
Several fishmen didn't even see where the attack came from before their faces caved in, their bodies flying off the ground and crashing backward.
Zoro, who is currently attacking: ? ? ?
No, if you're going to fight, then fight. Why are you calling my name for no reason?
Zoro didn't understand.
But spurred on by Sanji, he swung his sword even faster.
Usopp, who had just raised his sniper rifle with the intention of dominating the battlefield, silently put it down and looked at the fishmen scattered all over the ground, scratching his cheek in astonishment.
"It seems... there's nothing more for us to do?"
Even Luffy was taken aback by Zoro and Sanji's aura:
"Those two guys are really something, they didn't even leave me any."
"Don't worry, Luffy."
V smiled and pointed to the buildings inside the Dragon Empire.
"Do you remember the moves I had you practice before?"
"Why don't we use it to practice?"
As he spoke, V's tone suddenly became serious:
"After all, that place... was the nightmare prison that had haunted Nami for years."
"Its existence only reminds Nami of her unpleasant past."
Upon hearing this, Luffy immediately dropped his joking expression and placed one hand on his straw hat.
"As expected, we still have to rely on you, V."
Luffy suddenly smiled and sighed:
"Now I finally know how to help Nami."
"Any place she doesn't want to stay, I'll destroy it all!!!"
"Luffy…V…" Nami's eyes sparkled.
The next moment, Luffy suddenly put his right thumb in his mouth and bit down hard.
"Third gear...!!!"
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