The Tremor-Tremor Fruit returns to the Whitebeard Pirates
"Haku, you know the rules of our Whitebeard Pirates," Marco said slowly. "The captain's position has always belonged to Whitebeard. Whitebeard's last wish and the unity of the Pirates are also our most important things."
"But your father is dead, that's a fact!" Haku said without any hesitation.
Whether standing or sitting, all the members of the Whitebeard Pirates glared angrily at Haku!
The menacing gazes of these people did not put any pressure on Haku at all!
Haku looked at Marco in front of her and said, "You must understand that a mature organization cannot be without a leader for even a day! Especially a large Pirates crew like yours!"
Marco breath, his gaze sharp, and looked directly at Haku. His voice was steady and firm. "Haku, you're right, an organization can't be without a leader for a day. But our Pirates crew is more than just an organization; it's a family, a family bound together by Father's last wishes and our beliefs."
He looked around at his companions, whose eyes held the same unwavering resolve, and continued, "Whitebeard's dying wish was for our Pirates crew to continue sailing, exploring uncharted waters, and searching for true freedom and justice. This wish, this belief, is the true soul of our Pirates crew."
"Furthermore," Marco paused, his tone becoming even more resolute, "Old Man once said that the position of captain of Pirates crew is not determined by strength or status, but by who can better inherit his legacy and lead everyone forward."
"So, have you found someone to inherit Whitebeard's will?" Haku interrupted before Marco could finish his long-winded explanation.
Upon hearing Marco turned his gaze to Ace, or rather, many people turned their gaze to Ace.
Haku, seeing this, understood; perhaps the problem still lay with Ace!
Haku turned her gaze to Ace and asked, "So, what are you hesitating about?"
Ace was taken aback at first, then lowered his head and said, "I don't think I can lead well, and if it weren't for my dad, he wouldn't have..."
Ace's voice gradually lowered, clearly indicating that he felt remorse and regret for what had happened in the past. Haku looked at Ace, a complex emotion welling up inside her. She understood that Ace had always been deeply influenced by Whitebeard, and that he felt both a profound sense of responsibility and unspeakable anxiety about the Future of the Pirates crew.
"Ace, I understand your concerns," Haku said slowly, her voice full of understanding and comfort. "But do you know? Whitebeard chose you not just because you're his godson, but also because of your strength and potential. He believed you could carry on his legacy and lead the Pirates crew forward."
Ace looked up, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes, but then his expression turned confused. "But can I really do it? I'm afraid I'll let Dad down."
"No one is born a leader," Haku encouraged. "Whitebeard started as an ordinary Pirates and rose to become the Sea. You have his beliefs, and as long as you work hard, you can definitely become an excellent captain."
Marco stepped forward and patted Ace on the shoulder. "Ace, we all believe in you. The Pirates crew needs your leadership, we need your strength. Don't be afraid, don't hesitate, bravely pursue your dream!"
Ace looked at Marco and Haku, tears welling in his eyes. He took a deep breath, as if to cast aside all his hesitation and worry. He stood up, his gaze resolute. "I understand. I will strive to be a qualified captain, to carry on Father's last wish, and to lead everyone forward!"
As Ace finished speaking, the atmosphere in the entire Pirates crew became enthusiastic. Everyone cheered and applauded for Ace's decision. They knew that in their hearts, Ace was already their most trusted captain.
Haku's eyes flickered, taking advantage of Ace's inattention.
He stuffed a huge, unpeeled white Devil Fruit into Ace's mouth!
The Devil Fruit stuck in Ace's throat, preventing him from swallowing it, and Haku made no further move.
He raised his hand and delivered a chop to Ace's head, instantly sending the Devil Fruit slid into Ace's stomach.
"You bastard Haku! You're trying to kill us!" Ace, having recovered, immediately grabbed Haku by the neck and shook her, saying this.
Haku rolled her eyes, while the Whitebeard crew stared in disbelief at the scene before them!
The main problem was that what just happened was so sudden that no one had time to react.
However, one thing is certain: Haku just fed Ace a Devil Fruit.
"Damn it! You bastard, are you trying to kill Ace?!" Marco was instantly horrified.
After all, in his mind, apart from Blackbeard Teach was of the opposite sex, there was no other woman.
No one can eat two Devil Fruits in a row!
Marco's voice echoed through the cabin, filled with shock and anger. The surrounding crew members also gathered around, some with expressions of fear, others looking at Haku and Ace with confusion.
Ignoring Marco's anger, Haku looked at Ace, whom she had suddenly subdued, a sly glint in her eyes. "Ace! This Devil Fruit was specially prepared for you. You can't let me down by wasting it on you!"
Ace struggled to break free from Haku's grasp. He covered his throat, coughed a few times, and then glared at Haku: "What do you mean by this? And what kind of Devil Fruit did you feed me?"
"What Devil Fruit? Haven't you already felt it yourself?" Haku said with a sigh.
Ace's body stiffened; he did indeed feel a power different from the one he had felt before coursing through his body.
Moreover, this power did not conflict with the Flame-Flame Fruit within his body!
Ace unconsciously reached out and clenched his fist, a circle of white light enveloping Ace fist!
"This is!" Ace said, his mouth dry.
"This is the power of the 'Tremor-Tremor Fruit'!" Haku calmly revealed the answer, his eyes gleaming with pride and anticipation.
The surrounding crew members were stunned by this scene. The Tremor-Tremor Fruit, the same power as Whitebeard's, this powerful fruit that can cause the earth to tremble, had just returned to the Whitebeard Pirates at this moment!
Marco's eyes were filled with shock as he earnestly asked Ace, "Ace, when you use your ability, do the Devil Fruit powers within your body conflict?"