Distributing Devil Fruits

Julian wanted to strengthen his pirate crew members. He still had three Devil Fruits in his safe. Julian decided to give the Paramecia-type Devil Fruit, the Gale-Gale Fruit, to Herbert. Herbert was already practicing Gale Style Swordsmanship, and the Gale-Gale Fruit was also a Calamity-level Devil Fruit that could control Hurricane Power. It was only inferior to Dragon's Logia-type in that it lacked Elementalization.

Of the remaining two Devil Fruits, one would go to the first squad's captain, Rekdon, and the second to the first squad's second captain, Landikrio. The captains of the other squads were weaker than these two.

Julian thought to himself, It's okay, I can slowly cultivate them all later. By then, Julian plans to go to the New World, Punk Hazard, and the World Government Research Center to snatch researchers like Vegapunk and Caesar Clown. Scientists like them...

Julian continued to think, It would be best if I could get Vegapunk's Lineage Factor cloning technology and the Artificial Devil Fruit technology. At this time, Caesar Clown hasn't blown up Punk Hazard, the World Government Research Center. There are so many research subjects inside. That Artificial Devil Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Deinosuchus Form, is even more powerful than ordinary Mythical Zoans, with several elemental abilities.

Julian planned to replicate this Artificial Devil Fruit, Deinosuchus Form, several times. Kaido was in Wano Country; he just needed to get some blood. Then he would have a small team of Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit users. When he brought them out, who would dare to stop him?

Julian calculated that Punk Hazard would explode more than ten years from now. Caesar Clown was still a young man at this time, working as Vegapunk's subordinate. His thinking was somewhat radical, and he didn't dare to oppose Vegapunk yet. Julian planned to take Sky Island first, then sneakily bring people to annex the entire World Government Research Center, take complete control, and bring it all to Sky Island.

Julian also had many concerns about Vegapunk. Vegapunk was still researching Mother Flame. Julian said, "If the robbery fails, we will be pursued and intercepted by the World Government, and even Void King Im might make a move to annihilate the Mud Dragon Pirates."

Julian thought that if Dr. Vegapunk's Mother Flame appeared ten years later, it would weaken Im-sama. That Mother Flame would definitely activate Uranus's Energy Activator, and one strike could destroy the Lulusia Kingdom. Julian said, "It's terrifying. This is the Technological Power of the Pirate World." Julian thought to himself, "Moreover, Im hasn't made a move since eight hundred years ago."

Julian had absolutely no intelligence. He only knew that Im had undergone the Immortality Surgery, was a Multiple Devil Fruit User, and could cast a Spatial Barrier. It was truly terrifying. He also granted the Gorosei eight hundred years of lifespan. They were all formidable existences.

Julian thought to himself, Indeed, Joy Boy is needed. No one else is qualified to challenge Im-sama. Even with a few Marine Admirals, few people would dare to go. Julian thought to himself, First, I'll affect Dr. Vegapunk's progress in researching Mother Flame, which will indirectly affect the Celestial Dragon Government.

Julian thought to himself, Vegapunk is secretly researching the Void Century. Vegapunk ate the Paramecia-type Devil Fruit, the Brain-Brain Fruit, and divided his brain among six clones. Vegapunk himself is indeed a scientist who loves peace.

Julian thought that even if he couldn't capture Vegapunk, he couldn't let him research Mother Flame so easily. By then, the World Government's strength would increase by who knows how many levels. Julian felt that if the Celestial Dragon Government eventually defeated Luffy, this world would be ruled by the Celestial Dragon Government for another eight hundred years.

Julian felt that occupying Sky Island wouldn't be very safe. In the end, Julian had an idea: he would cultivate more Devil Fruit users himself, accumulate his own strength, and then, even without Joy Boy, his Sky Island would have the power to protect itself. Julian thought to himself, I'll distribute the Common Zoan Devil Fruits. I'll keep the Mythical Zoans and super powerful Devil Fruits for myself.

The Rumble-Rumble Fruit could be given to Alice. As for the other Devil Fruits, he would decide later.

The next morning, Julian used a Den Den Mushi to call Herbert. He said, "Old Sen, come here for a moment. I have something to tell you." Julian then called George and told him to call Rekdon and Cleo over.

Herbert knocked on Julian's door. Julian said, "Come in, Old Sen." Herbert said, "Captain, what are your orders?" Julian took out a Devil Fruit from his body and said to Herbert, "This is the Paramecia-type Devil Fruit, the Gale-Gale Fruit, a Calamity-level Devil Fruit." Julian added, "You are already very powerful. Your swordsmanship is just a little bit away from unleashing Flying Slash. Now, there's a shortcut to make you stronger. After you break through to Swordmaster, your Flying Slash will be even more formidable. This power will greatly enhance you."

Julian finished speaking in one breath. He looked at Herbert, who seemed a bit hesitant. Julian continued, "The realm of a Swordmaster should be all-encompassing, not confined to one style. Whether it's swordsmanship, Devil Fruits, or sword skills, they are all your strength. You need to learn to compensate for weaknesses and integrate your strengths. Don't hesitate. Power is power. Take it." After speaking, Julian handed the Devil Fruit to Herbert. Herbert's face lit up with excitement.

He said, "Thank you, Captain. I was too focused before. Now I understand that I need to integrate and be all-encompassing. Thank you." After speaking, Herbert took out the Devil Fruit and ate it in large bites.

Julian looked at Herbert, who had a determined expression on his face, and said with admiration, "Herbert, you truly are a man with willpower like steel. That Devil Fruit is so unpalatable, yet you didn't seem to mind at all." Herbert said sincerely, "What the Captain gives me is the best thing in the world. No matter how unpalatable it is, I will eat it without hesitation." After speaking, Herbert smiled.

Julian said, "We are good brothers, no need to be so formal." Julian continued, "Alright, Herbert, go get familiar with your Devil Fruit abilities! In the future, when the fleet sails, you can use the Gale-Gale Fruit's abilities to accelerate." Herbert replied, "Understood, Captain." Herbert left immediately.

Julian said to the doorway, "Rekdon and Cleo, both of you come in." Julian was very familiar with these two. During training, Julian often encouraged them. Moreover, both of them had learned Soru from Marine Rokushiki. Rekdon was a sixteen-year-old young man, nearly 2.2 meters tall, with the appearance of a truly honest person. He had a short buzz cut and was a head shorter than Julian.

Julian took out the Lizard Fruit, Ancient Zoan, Deinosuchus Form, and handed it to Rekdon. Julian said, "Rekdon, this Devil Fruit is for you. You need to develop its abilities well, understand?"

Julian added, "It is a very powerful Ancient Zoan Devil Fruit." Rekdon looked extremely excited and said to Julian, "Captain, is this really for me? This is an Ancient Zoan Devil Fruit, the same type as Brother George's Devil Fruit."

Julian said, "Take it. Cultivate well and don't waste this Devil Fruit, understand?" Rekdon excitedly took it and began to eat it.

Julian then said, "This is the Bomb-Bomb Fruit, which has terrifying destructive power. Cleo, take it and cultivate it well, understand?" Cleo quickly nodded and said, "I will work hard, thank you, Captain!" Julian guided Cleo in developing his Devil Fruit abilities, fearing that he would go astray and use disgusting moves like making bombs out of boogers.

Julian told Cleo to release his Devil Fruit ability with his hands, like the Air Bomb, copying Kuma. If he developed it further to awakening, he could create spatial bombs that could destroy the world, or develop it into his fists, making an opponent explode with a single punch.

The Rekdon fruit was powerful. It could transform into a twenty-meter-long giant crocodile. George, after developing his fruit multiple times, could only transform into a twenty-two-meter-long, nine-meter-tall Great Bear Form. All Ancient Zoan Devil Fruits had much larger sizes than Common Zoans, possibly seven or eight times larger.

Julian taught Rekdon to quickly develop his Beastman Form. Zoan types had three forms: the first was the normal human form, the second was the animal form, and the third was the Hybrid Form. All three were very strong. Even in Deinosuchus Form, he couldn't swim because all Devil Fruit users feared seawater. If they went swimming, they would be immobilized in the sea and ultimately perish.

Julian also warned Rekdon not to be stubborn and try swimming in the sea to test if crocodiles feared water. Then, Julian told them to train more when they had free time. The two nodded and left Julian's captain's cabin.

Today was the first day of the Lunar New Year. Julian had hung several red cloths on the ship, making the Mud Dragon look very festive. Julian then took Beatrice and Alice to visit the ships of the Division Captains for a while, to offer his regards to the captains. He also gave red envelopes to all the crew members on the captains' ships. The red envelopes were all filled with Belly.

Julian then said, "You all have free time for the next few days. Go play in the city as you please." All the Division Captains replied, "Understood, Captain." They then led their crews into the city to play as they wished.

Julian returned to his ship and immediately fell into a deep sleep. He hadn't dared to sleep until he woke up naturally for the past half-year, always getting up at seven in the morning. Today, he needed a good nap.

When evening came, the Mud Dragon Pirates held another banquet. Julian, along with Beatrice and Alice, started drinking with everyone. Today, Julian planned to have a good time with everyone. In the evening, he brought out playing cards and dice to play with them. Julian gave everyone two days off, but he couldn't find Herbert. Julian took some wine and went to find Herbert. He had already broken through to the Swordmaster realm.

Julian was overjoyed and brought Herbert to the stage above the ballroom of the banquet. Julian took the microphone and said, "Everyone, please congratulate Division Captain Herbert! He has become a Swordmaster expert. With him, our Mud Dragon Pirates have gained another great expert!"

Julian continued, "Let's all cheer for Herbert!" With that, the crew members began to applaud and cheer for Herbert. Allison was the most enthusiastic, as he greatly admired Division Captain Herbert. Herbert often taught Allison swordsmanship.

George and Pekki were not interested in swordsmanship, but they were very interested in sparring. They trained and sparred together, and their bonds deepened unconsciously. Moreover, Herbert had his own charisma; he was always willing to share his knowledge, was very generous, and treated other Division Captains and crew members with great kindness. His reputation on the ship was excellent.

Herbert took the microphone and said loudly, "I, Herbert, will be grateful to the Captain for my entire life. He saved me, found various sword skills for me, and gave me a path to become stronger." He said this with a grateful expression. Julian thought to himself, This worker will be on this ship for life.

Julian knew it was time to improve his benefits. Julian said, "I announce that Zelda Herbert will henceforth be our Mud Dragon Pirates' First Mate. Everyone, applaud!" All the crew members began to applaud Herbert. Julian then spoke again, "From today onwards, everyone must cooperate with First Mate Herbert."

The crew members shouted, "Long live the First Mate!" Julian immediately said to Herbert, "See? This is Popular Support. Our Mud Dragon Pirates will be in your hands from now on." Julian then raised Herbert's right hand and shouted to everyone, "Let's all work hard together to make our Mud Dragon Pirates the strongest pirate crew in the world!" All the crew members cheered, "Long live the Mud Dragon Pirates!"

Julian looked at the cheering crowd before him and thought with a smile, Workers really need to shout slogans often. This is the power of Bonds. Julian continued to make arrangements, "From the First Division, Squadron Captain Rekdon will become the Fourth Division Captain." Thus, under Julian's arrangements, everyone fulfilled their duties.