Facing These Four Devil Fruits

However, faced with these four Devil Fruits, how should she choose? This question not only troubled her, but Rebecca herself was also pondering it deeply. At the same time, everyone else turned their attention to her, filled with curiosity and anticipation.

Rebecca and Viola exchanged a glance, seemingly on the same page. They both agreed that the Zoan, Ancient Zoan, Emperor Crocodile Form Devil Fruit was undoubtedly the most suitable choice among the four.

After all, Zoan Devil Fruit have an all-around enhancing effect on the human body. For a swordsman, especially a female swordsman, this would undoubtedly elevate their strength to a higher level.

In contrast, the specific abilities of the Paramecia -type Bouncy-Bouncy Fruit and the Paramecia - Spirit-Eye Fruit Devil Fruit still unclear, so it's not advisable to risk trying them. Therefore, the only remaining option is the Logia -type Cloud- Cloud-Cloud Fruit.

Viola's gaze finally settled on Rebecca, and she already knew the answer in her heart—this Logia Devil Fruit was exactly what she wanted. After all, Logia Devil Fruit are not only relatively rare among the three types, but their abilities are also more powerful.

Kaido, as one of the Four Emperors and Oda's designated "World's Strongest Creature" and "number one in single combat across land, sea, and air," has generated immense anticipation for his appearance. Just how strong is he? We always love to speculate about characters who haven't officially appeared yet. So, a fan once asked me, "Doflamingo was captured, Jack's attempt to hijack his ship was defeated. If Kaido, could he save Doflamingo?"

In my opinion, generally speaking, it's not possible! But this is naval warfare, and everything is full of uncertainties!

In episode 0: Strong World Prequel, the famous Battle of Edd War between Shiki and Roger took place. It was clear that Shiki's side had the advantage, and Roger Pirates was on the verge of being driven into a corner. A timely storm turned the tide of the battle, and the unfortunate Shiki was forever left with a ship's rudder on his head!

Shiki later went to Marine Headquarters alone and caused a great disturbance. Although he was eventually captured by Sengoku and Garp, he left the headquarters in ruins! Since Oda gave Kaido the setting of "the World's Strongest Creature" and "the best in one-on-one combat on land, sea and air", his one-on-one strength should be above Shiki's.

To clarify, from a character ability standpoint, either Sengoku or Garp could easily fight Shiki to a standstill. So why did they both have to go together? Because Shiki was there with the intention of causing destruction. Sengoku and Garp were busy stopping Shiki while also trying to protect Marine Headquarters, putting them at a disadvantage in the fight.

Similarly, Kaido couldn't defeat Sengoku, Fujitora, and Tsuru. However, these three would be at a disadvantage, having to fight Kaido, protect their crew and ships, and guard Doflamingo all at the same time. Conversely, Kaido could fight with impunity. So, if fate were to intervene like in the Battle of Kaido War, perhaps with a storm or something similar, severely injuring Kaido, Doflamingo could still be saved.

However, excluding the help of fate, the probability that Kaido could save Doflamingo from Sengoku, Fujitora, and Tsuru would be almost zero!

Sengoku was able to become the Fleet Admiral and was a long-time rival of Whitebeard. Although he didn't fight often, during the Summit War, he managed to draw blood from Blackbeard's crew with just one powerful Shockwave, demonstrating his formidable strength!

Even with Kaido's "best in one-on-one Sengoku on land, sea, and air" buff, Sengoku, who is on par with Whitebeard, is enough to fight Kaido alone. Even if he can't defeat Kaido, he can at least fight to a draw, not to mention the support of Fujitora and Tsuru! How strong is Vice Admiral Tsuru's Wash-Wash Devil Fruit Ability in actual combat? It's still unknown, but Fujitora's destructive power is undeniable!

Fujitora casually waved his hand, summoning a meteorite, which terrified Doflamingo, who angrily shouted, "What did your Fleet Admiral teach you? You mad dog that bites people indiscriminately!"

Fujitora arrogantly replied, "I was just testing my skills, don't be offended!" Doflamingo must have been thinking, "A million grass mud horses must have been galloping through my mind at that moment!"

Furthermore, Rebecca possesses the divine skill of Elementalization, which will greatly increase her survivability in future battles between pirates. After all, Elementalization allows her body to instantly transform into the corresponding elemental form when attacked, thus avoiding substantial damage. This is undoubtedly an extremely powerful ability that can play a significant role in both melee and ranged attacks.

However, Rebecca was caught in a dilemma. From a swordsman's perspective, she would absolutely choose Zoan Devil Fruit without hesitation. Because with Zoan Devil Fruit, she could go further in the path of swordsmanship. The powerful physical strength and agility granted by the Zoan Devil Fruit would take her swordsmanship to the next level.

However, the allure of Logia Devil Fruit is immense. The elemental manipulation abilities granted by Logia Devil Fruit not only allow her to have more variations and strategies in battle but also make her attacks more diverse. This ability is equally attractive to a swordsman.

Moke looked at Rebecca and understood her thoughts. He knew that Rebecca actually preferred Zoan Devil Fruit, otherwise she wouldn't be so conflicted. If she really had a soft spot for Logia Devil Fruit, then she could choose the Logia- type Cloud- Cloud-Cloud Fruit without hesitation.

So, Moke decided to collect everyone's Devil Fruit, temporarily denying Rebecca a choice. Everyone looked puzzled, not understanding why Moke was doing this. Rebecca looked at Moke with a slightly aggrieved expression, thinking that Moke was getting impatient because of her hesitation!

Moke's lips curled into a doting smile. He slowly stepped forward, extending his broad palm to gently stroke Rebecca's hair. Rebecca's hair was as smooth as silk, and as it slid across his fingertips, it felt as if he were touching the softest thing in the world.

"I understand your feelings, my little darling," Moke chuckled softly, his voice deep and magnetic. "You want Zoan Devil Fruit, but at the same time, you can't resist the temptation of Logia, right?"

Rebecca's eyes sparkled with surprise, like the bright stars in the night sky. She nodded slightly, a gentle gesture that seemed to be a response to Moke's words, as if he had truly spoken to her heart.

Moke's lips curled into a confident smile, his voice filled with certainty and determination. "Don't worry, Rebecca, I know of a Zoan Devil Fruit that will definitely suit your taste." His words were like a gentle spring breeze, soft and warm, making Rebecca's anticipation grow even stronger.

However, everyone present couldn't help but exchange bewildered glances, pondering to themselves. Judging from Moke's words, he clearly intended to obtain a Zoan Devil Fruit for Rebecca. This was no easy task, given the limited ways to acquire Devil Fruit, and the unique abilities and value of each one.

Just as everyone was racking their brains, an astonishing idea suddenly flashed into their minds— Mythical Zoan! This thought was like an Inazuma piercing the darkness, instantly illuminating everyone's thoughts. They looked at each other, a look of disbelief flashing in their eyes.

Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit are incredibly rare gems! They not only possess immense power but also grant their users unique abilities and forms. If Moke could truly obtain such a Devil Fruit for Rebecca, it would undoubtedly be an extremely precious gift. After all, Mythical Zoan have always been considered exceptionally rare and powerful. And now, someone is suggesting it might be even stronger than the Ancient Zoan Emperor Crocodile Form, and could even surpass Logia Devil Fruit —this is truly astonishing.

"Mythical Zoan..." someone murmured to themselves, their voice revealing doubt and uncertainty about the guess.

However, as this idea gradually took root in everyone's minds, they began to realize that it was not entirely impossible. After all, the power contained within Mythical Zoan is often beyond imagination, and their potential may indeed surpass other types of Devil Fruit.

"Really?" Rebecca's face was filled with anticipation, her voice trembling slightly, as if she couldn't believe what she was hearing. The news was so shocking to her that she found it hard to accept.

Moke smiled and nodded, giving Rebecca an affirmative answer. His eyes revealed a confidence, as if he had complete certainty about the power of Mythical Zoan.

However, what no one knew was that Moke actually possessed a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit in the White Tiger Form. The existence of this fruit was undoubtedly a huge secret.

Moke had already made his plans; he intended to leave this precious Devil Fruit to Vergo. Although he didn't say it explicitly, his expression and attitude revealed that he placed high hopes on Vergo and believed that the fruit could unleash its full power in Vergo's hands.

He pondered to himself what codename would be best for Vergo. Suddenly, an idea flashed through his mind— White Tiger! This codename was both fierce and Haki, perfectly matching Vergo's image and personality. Moreover, it could replace Fujitora Issho from the original work, making it the most suitable one.

Originally, he intended to give the Dragon-Dragon Fruit in Caesar's possession to Vergo, after all, it was an extremely powerful Devil Fruit Ability. However, when he saw the Dragon-Dragon Fruit, he couldn't help but hesitate. The fruit was a delicate pink color, looking more like something meant for women, which seemed somewhat out of place with Vergo's rugged style.

Prior to this, he wasn't entirely satisfied with this arrangement; however, since there were no other more ideal options available at the time, he had no choice but to accept this relatively unsatisfactory arrangement.

However, the situation has now fundamentally changed. Now that a more suitable option is available, he will naturally make a wiser and more appropriate decision.

Moreover, when his gaze fell upon the delicate pink Dragon-Dragon Fruit, a strange feeling welled up within him. The fruit's color and appearance seemed particularly suited to a woman like Rebecca.

Thinking of this, a faint smile appeared on his lips. He then turned to Rebecca and said softly, "Alright, let you and your family enjoy your time together today. After all, we're leaving tomorrow..."

Rebecca was initially overjoyed at being reunited with her family, but when she heard him say those words, the smile on her face seemed to freeze instantly, becoming extremely stiff.

Although deep down she had a premonition of this day and had made ample mental preparations, when the moment of parting truly arrived, she still couldn't suppress the overwhelming feeling of reluctance that surged within her.

However, she also knew clearly that this was an unchangeable fact. So, despite the immense pain in her heart, she forced herself not to let her tears fall and obediently nodded, indicating that she had accepted this predetermined arrangement.

Rebecca and Viola turned and walked away, their figures gradually disappearing from sight. Their steps were light, as if they couldn't wait to reunite with their family. After all, they didn't want to miss this precious time together, even if it was just a little bit of time saved.

However, Moke's gaze didn't waver as they left. Drawn by a magnet, his eyes returned to Robin. After a moment of silence, Moke asked, "Did Mr. 1 and Mr. 2 succeed with Caesar?"

Robin slowly shook her head and replied softly, "The people have indeed been found, however, they haven't made a move." Her voice was like a calm lake, without the slightest ripple, yet it seemed to conceal an unfathomable emotion.

Seeing this, Moke frowned slightly and quickly asked, "Why is that?" His tone revealed a hint of urgency.

Robin paused briefly, then explained, "The reason is actually quite simple. They discovered that besides themselves, there were other people secretly watching Caesar. Obviously, these people also harbored ill intentions towards Caesar, and Mr. 1 and Mr. 2 were worried that if they acted rashly, not only might they fail, but others might also reap the benefits."

"So there are other people eyeing Caesar?" Moke's voice clearly betrayed a hint of surprise.

Robin nodded, then said, "That's right, and this person is no ordinary individual."

"Could it be the World Government? Or the Navy?" Moke guessed, after all, both of these are powerful forces and are fully capable of taking an interest in Caesar.

However, Robin shook her head again, denying his guess. "Neither. This person is Trafalgar Law, the captain of the Heart Pirates. He's the fifth-ranked of the Worst Generation Supernova, with a bounty of 200 million Beli. His abilities are very special, and he also has a powerful bear on his crew. More importantly, he's extremely cautious, which is why Mr. 1 and Mr. 2 didn't dare to act rashly."

"It's him?" Moke's brows furrowed deeply, as if they could trap a fly; clearly, the name was familiar to him. An expression of disbelief crossed his face, as if he had witnessed the most incredible thing in the world.

It's important to understand that Trafalgar Law has always been a target for Moke to ensure Vergo's safety. This isn't just because Law has a deep-seated hatred for Doflamingo, but more importantly, because he also has an unavoidable conflict with Vergo.

Looking back, it was a time filled with conspiracy and betrayal. That despicable Vergo secretly tipped off Doflamingo, allowing Doflamingo to learn the news in advance. This leak directly led to Corazon's death.

Corazon, that kind and brave man, had his life cruelly taken away. And the one who started all of this was none other than Vergo. His betrayal and treachery plunged Corazon's family into endless pain and sorrow.

As Corazon's son, Law naturally harbors an irreconcilable hatred for Vergo. His hatred for Vergo is like a burning flame that will never be extinguished. From any perspective, Law absolutely cannot allow Vergo to continue living.

Moke's eyes flickered involuntarily; he actually held some admiration for Luo. After all, Luo was a very talented and capable person. His wisdom and courage made people look at him with new respect.

Nevertheless, Moke made his decision without hesitation—Luo must die. He knew all too well that in this world full of conflicts of interest and power struggles, the slightest misstep could lead to annihilation. He couldn't let a moment of weakness leave him with a ticking time bomb.

Moke knew very well that Luo's existence was always a potential threat to him. Even if Luo didn't show hostility towards him now, who could guarantee that he wouldn't in the future? In this treacherous world, trust was so fragile, and enemies could be lurking in any corner.

Therefore, although Moke harbored some goodwill towards Luo, he could not risk letting Luo continue to live. He had to decisively eliminate this threat to ensure his own safety and status.

Moreover, Moke never hesitated in subduing Rebecca, Viola, Sugar, and even Monet, who was later in his plans. This was because each of these individuals had their own weaknesses, and these weaknesses were precisely the key to Moke's ability to control them.

However, Law is an exception. Unlike others, Law has no obvious weaknesses. He is not only extremely intelligent but also incredibly strong, making him an extremely difficult opponent. Usually, if you find someone's weakness, you can easily control them. But this is not the case with Law. He is like an impenetrable fortress, making it impossible for anyone to find a way to attack him.

More importantly, Luo's country had been destroyed, and he was the only survivor. It could be said that he had lost all leverage and had become a truly vulnerable person.

In addition, Law is an extremely difficult character to tame. His personality is like a wild horse, stubborn and hard to control. No matter what pressure or temptation he faces, he can stick to his principles and stance. Law will certainly not easily give in to Moke's attempts to control him; he will fight back in his own way, which may even lead to a fierce conflict.

What's even more troublesome is that Law's abilities also cause him immense problems. He possesses superhuman strength and skills, and once he decides to escape, few would be able to capture him successfully. He can easily evade his pursuers' sight, using the surrounding environment to conceal his whereabouts, leaving them with no way to catch him.

Various factors intertwined, like a complex web, amplifying the risks of the mission. Moke's face instantly darkened; he secretly pondered that the difficulty of this task far exceeded his initial expectations.

He stared intently at Robin, a hint of anxiety in his eyes, and impatiently pressed, "Where exactly is this guy now?" Robin's answer made Moke's brows furrow even more deeply, as if they could trap a fly, "He's still following Caesar..."

Moke's heart sank, a strong sense of unease washing over him. He quickly pressed, "What about Caesar? Where is he now?" Robin's tone was slightly hesitant and uncertain. "As far as I know, they seem to have received a message from Doflamingo and are heading this way."

"What?!" Moke exclaimed in disbelief. "Doflamingo has been dead for so many days, how could they not have received the news yet?" Robin shook her head helplessly. "Logically speaking, they should have known by now. However, perhaps due to some special reason, they haven't received the relevant information yet. Of course, this is just my guess..."

At this point, Robin paused suddenly, then, as if remembering something important, slowly turned her gaze to Sugar. Although she didn't finish her sentence, the meaning was crystal clear. Monet's heart was always with Sugar; no matter what, he absolutely had to go to the Dressrosa Kingdom. After all, Sugar was his only family in this world!

Sugar seemed to sense Robin's gaze, and her eyes suddenly turned somewhat resentful. However, at that moment, Moke suddenly burst into laughter as if amused by something, "Hahaha... You should be happy! This way, you'll be able to see your sister soon. And from now on, you can be together all the time!"

Upon hearing Moke's words, Sugar's initial tension and worry were instantly replaced by surprise. She was slightly taken aback, seemingly surprised by Moke's reaction. However, this surprise was quickly overwhelmed by joy, and the corners of her mouth gradually turned up, revealing a bright smile.

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