Hancock's Fighting Spirit Ignites! Bird of Steel

The moment Ian uttered those words, Hancock felt as if the whole world had lost its color.

In an instant, all sounds faded away from her, her mind became dizzy, and she felt as if she had fallen into the deep sea, where the cold, dark waters swallowed her.

Only one sentence echoed in my mind: Lord Ian hates me!

Visibly, fine beads of sweat instantly seeped from the girl's fair skin, then froze into icy mist due to Yamato's ice seal.

His breath was visibly weak, and his face was completely devoid of color.

"Elder sister!"

The two younger sisters, who had been watching the game, immediately rushed over with worry.

"Hello!"

Even Yamato, the victor, panicked and looked anxiously at Ian, "What's going on? Has she had another attack?"

She knew her own strength very well; her attack just now couldn't possibly have done anything to this woman.

Everyone felt somewhat confused.

For some reason, Yamato's attack didn't do anything to Hancock, but Ian's words made Hancock feel like she was about to die.

Has Ian developed some kind of power of words?

Everyone looked at Ian.

"Lord Ian!"

The two younger sisters were even more terrified.

Ian jumped off the ship's railing and looked down at Hancock was suffering from lovesickness.

This disease is truly absurd, but it can indeed be fatal.

Shakky and Gloriosa were both forced to leave Kuja due to this disease.

Rose said that this disease is incurable, and there are only two ways to cure it. First, one's expectations for love must be met, even if only temporarily, and even if they cannot become a couple, this can still calm the disease, just like Hancock in the original work.

Secondly, it's about letting go, completely releasing that love.

When Ross brought this up, Rose laughed with a hint of schadenfreude, saying that Shakky and Gloriosa were perfect examples of these two situations.

Ian also felt a little amused at the time.

But now I think it's truly remarkable that Gloriosa was able to survive this disease.

The moment you feel you've lost love may be the moment you die.

Living long enough to be at peace with this is not an easy thing.

Just like Hancock now, she's on the verge of death.

But that's exactly what Ian wanted.

There's a term called desensitization therapy.

This time he was on the verge of death, but the next time he suffers an impact of the same level, he might only lose consciousness, and the time after that, he might just collapse.

Ian walked up to Hancock, knelt down, and looked down at the girl.

Honestly, she's stunningly beautiful.

Even Yamato paled in comparison to her.

Honestly, just based on his face, Ian couldn't possibly dislike the fact that Hancock likes him. Although they've only known each other for a few days, he can only be attracted to her and not really like her. But who can predict the future?

However, Ian simply couldn't resist her ingratiating manner.

Ian said, "You are neither my servant nor my slave. Listen carefully, Hancock, you are my chosen partner, the one I have chosen to stand shoulder to shoulder with me!"

"So, you don't need to do anything to please me!"

"I would much rather you fight alongside me, as a partner I can entrust everything to, than a servant who would do anything to please me."

Ian!

Luo was shocked.

This guy has incredible willpower!

How could he say such a thing when such a beautiful woman was wholeheartedly trying to please him?

Hancock had just looked like she was about to die, suddenly twitched her eyelids and then opened her eyes.

"Is that all?"

Violet looked completely bewildered. Was this woman faking illness to deceive Ian?

Hancock spotted Ian crouching in front of her immediately. Tears welled in the girl's eyes. Just now, as she felt herself sinking into the deep sea, Ian's voice had illuminated the darkness like a ray of light, allowing her to feel light and warmth again.

"Lord Ian!"

The girl looked up at Ian, tears welling in her eyes yet a smile playing on them, "You don't hate me? You even said you'd entrust everything to me..."

Ian wasn't surprised by Hancock's strange associations. He simply said seriously, "Hancock, you should at least understand one thing: only when you respect yourself can others respect you. If you always put yourself in a humble position, then I can only look down on you."

Ian believes that truly healthy interpersonal relationships do not come from one-sided giving.

Even the Fish-Man and pirates who are currently frolicking in the sea, Ian promised to pay them high wages and lead them to the pinnacle of their fish-living lives before they would be willing to follow him.

Hancock is a woman he values. She must become a strong woman in every way, and she must never be a weak woman, nor a sycophant, not even to his sycophant.

Rayleigh said, "Unwavering belief is power."

How can a simp become a strong person?

Hancock just stared blankly at Ian.

Ian actually knew why Hancock had this mindset; it was probably because of an inferiority complex.

So he whispered, "When we get to Onigashima, I'll treat the scars on your back; they won't leave a single scar."

Hancock's pupils suddenly dilated.

He knows!

How could he have known!

How could he possibly know! How could he possibly know!

He knows, what should I do?

In her utter panic, Hancock saw a hand.

Ian extended his hand to her. "So, welcome to the Beasts Pirates, Hancock. It's a belated welcome, but from now on, we're partners."

Hancock was stunned.

She stared blankly at Ian.

I felt as if something inside my heart had suddenly blossomed.

yes.

It's Ian.

How could this man be afraid of the World Government? How could he care about his past?

Hancock suddenly stopped crying. The girl grabbed Ian's hand as if she were grasping the future. "Mmm."

"Cut,"

Yamato snorted somewhat unhappily, but still obediently said, "Welcome to the team."

Of course, she didn't forget to warn him, "Remember not to bother Ian again!"

Harassment?

Hancock's cheeks flushed slightly.

Were those previous actions considered harassment by outsiders?

She just really wanted Ian's attention.

It won't happen again.

The girl's smile was radiant.

but.

She glanced at Yamato.

Hmph, you white-haired bastard! Don't think this is the end of it!

When I defeat you, that's when I'll take Ian for myself!

Anyway, Ian said, in the Beasts Pirates, the strong rule!

Don't underestimate a young girl's poverty!

In any case, after this minor incident, the three Hancock sisters were finally officially recognized as members of the Golden Flying Dragon.

However, Hancock and Yamato still don't get along very well, and arguing has become a daily routine.

Amidst all this commotion, they arrived at Wano Country.

Upon arriving in Wano Country, the Fish-Man and mermaids on the ship couldn't help but go up to the deck, curiously looking at this unfamiliar island.

Is this where they'll be living from now on?

The towering cliffs of Wano Country immediately shocked them; they could never see anything like them on Fish-Man Island.

This is land!

Such towering land!

The Fish-Man and mermaids couldn't help but feel excited at the thought of living here from now on.

This anticipation reached its peak as they rode the enormous elevator upwards.

Because there were so many people, the elevator had to be used several times to get all the Fish-Man and mermaids to the Wano Country inland.

Then, upon leaving the Port of Stealth and finally seeing the land of Wano Country, many Fish-Man or mermaids burst into tears, and some even knelt down to kiss the land.

This is the land their ancestors longed for.

Now, they have finally fulfilled the long-cherished wish of their ancestors.

"Ian."

Port of Stealth.

"Hey, Uncle Jin!"

Ian greeted him with a smile, "Have their accommodations been arranged yet?"

This uncle is here to pick up the Fish-Man.

"There are many submerged ruins on the seabed near Onigashima, some of which are still usable,"

Uncle Jin said, "But they might need to do some repairs themselves."

Ian nodded slightly. "Of course, that's no problem."

Even if it's well-preserved, it's still an 800-year-old building.

Moreover, being located underwater, the Beasts Pirates couldn't carry out construction there.

Therefore, in this regard, the Fish-Man can only rely on their own efforts.

They probably wouldn't mind.

Jin turned his head, looked around at the Fish-Man who had come with their families, their faces still showing some unease, and couldn't help but say,

"Ian, well done."

These guys from Fish-Man Island can be of great help to the Beasts Pirates.

"This is just the beginning,"

Ian said, "If they live well in Wano Country, they can attract more Fish-Man- men to Wano Country. In that case, Wano Country might become the second Fish-Man Island in just a few years."

It might even directly replace the original Fish-Man Island and become the home of Fish-Man and mermaids.

"So, Uncle Jin, you know what to do, right?"

Jin nodded slightly. "Mr. Kaido put me in charge of this matter personally. Anyone who dares to lay a hand on them will die."

"Very good."

Ian clapped his hands. "By the way, what about the Tontatta Tribe? Where are they?"

"They were settled in the forest of Kuri,"

"The Devil Fruit you're looking for was found with their help," Jin said.

"Oh?"

Ian was overjoyed. "Has it been found?"

"Um,"

Jin nodded. "Mr. Kaido made the Hiyori eat it."

Are Hiyori?

She was a young girl who had just joined the group, around ten years old, but she didn't often play with Ian and the others because she wasn't a combatant; she was Teacher Kai's secretary.

It seems like that girl will look like a little girl fifteen years from now. Teacher Kai, I really didn't know you were this kind of person.

"Not bad either."

Ian nodded slightly. As Devil Fruit User, Hiyori indeed didn't need to go to the front lines personally; staying by Teacher Kai's side was much safer.

Have you tried it?

Jin nodded slightly. "We tested it on the native beasts of Wano Country, and the results were excellent. After being fed the dumplings made by the Hiyori, they all completely obeyed Hiyori commands."

Wano Country itself also has many ferocious beasts, but their quality is certainly not comparable to that of Ruskeina Island.

"The Kuja Pirates have already started helping us capture ferocious beasts,"

Ian said, "Umit will help us transport it, but it will probably take some time. Then it depends on who's Hiyori."

"I hope those wild beasts are really as powerful as you say."

Uncle Jin gave a soft snort.

Otherwise, providing shelter to Amazon Lily would be a complete loss; what is the Kuja Pirates anyway?

Ian just chuckled.

Even without those beasts, protecting Kuja would be incredibly lucrative; one Hancock would be more than enough.

"I'm leaving the Fish-Man and mermaids to you, Uncle Jhin. I'm heading back to Onigashima now."

Since Teacher Kai has entrusted Uncle Jin with the responsibility of managing the fish and the Fish-Man, Ian is naturally happy to have some free time.

The handover was completed immediately, and the still bewildered immigrants left with Uncle Jhin before Ian led his friends back to Onigashima.

Oh, and with them came Fish-Man Unit of over a thousand.

As is customary, the three Hancock sisters are quite amazed when they look out at Onigashima from the sea.

"Is that the head of some giant that died?"

Hancock guessed.

After all, the shape of Onigashima doesn't look like it was formed naturally.

Who knows?

Ian smiled.

According to local legends in Wano Country, Onigashima was the head of a giant demon that was dropped there by a valiant samurai and eventually transformed into the island.

But the country no longer has any warriors, so the legend is no longer mentioned.

When they approached Onigashima, they hadn't even brought the boat close to the dock yet.

Ian heard a roaring sound.

He looked up and saw an Iron Bird fly over the ship, accompanied by a sharp screech.

"Oh!"

Ian exclaimed with delight, "Did it work?"

Before leaving Onigashima, they could only circle a few times in the air before crashing.

So now they can even fly over the sea, detached from Onigashima?

Uncle Queen, I knew I hadn't misjudged you.

What is that?

Hancock was surprised again.

It's impossible not to be surprised.

This is from a completely different era than the mainstream technology on the high seas.

"It's called... Airplane, right, Ian?"

Yamato glanced at Hancock with a grin, "This is a weapon that Ian had Uncle Queen develop."

Hancock clenched her fists immediately.

That wretched white-haired guy!

So what if he lived with Ian for a little over a decade longer than me?

You wait!

However, Ian's attention was now completely focused on the aircraft in the sky.

If this aircraft is ready for combat, then the Golden Flying Dragon can immediately transform into an aircraft carrier.

The large ship docked, Ian eagerly disembarked.

"Hahaha! You've come back just in time!"

At the port, Uncle Queen laughed heartily, "Have you seen my latest masterpiece?"

"It looks really good!"

Ian gazed at the Iron Bird already returning to its flight, "Where's the data?"

Uncle Queen rattled off a string of figures. "Fastest flight speed: 500 kilometers per hour; highest flight altitude: 8,000 meters; longest flight distance: 1,000 kilometers; maximum payload: nearly one ton."

Ian's eyes lit up as he listened; this was already approaching the level of World War II fighter jets from his previous life.

"I can't think of anything else that can be improved for the time being,"

Uncle Queen chuckled, "If we can achieve a breakthrough in energy, then perhaps we can go even further."

"Then let's prepare for mass production."

Ian said, "Build a factory specifically for producing fighter jets."

"Hahaha! Of course!"

Uncle Queen burst into laughter.

He finally achieved results faster than Judge!

Then Ian reminded him, "Now that the aircraft research has come to a close, Uncle Queen, we can start developing underwater weapons. The Fish-Man Unit are already in place."

"You little brat!"

Uncle Queen immediately bristled with anger, his beard bristling and eyes wide. "Are you ordering me around?"

I've been so busy lately that I haven't even had a chance to go to the red-light district much.

Just then, the Iron Bird descended from the sky and slowly landed at the port.

A man flipped off the Iron Bird.

"Oh?"

Ian was somewhat surprised.

"Lord Ian, you're back."

The man nodded to Ian, calmly and composedly.

"Drake,"

Ian greeted him with a smile. It had been a while since he'd last seen him, and the guy had grown a lot taller. He now looked like a seventeen or eighteen-year-old young man. It was truly Koby- esque abnormal growth.

"Why is it you?"

"This kid's been really active lately."

Uncle Queen pursed his lips, "His strength has improved very quickly too."

"I see?"

Ian smiled and said to Drake, "So you've completely adapted to life here?"

Drake smiled and nodded slightly.

"Brother Ian!"

Cheers erupted from the entrance.

Ulti and her brother ran over.

A blond kid followed behind.

"Brother Ian!"

Ian raised an eyebrow.

Is Sanji about to cry?