"Maybe I can cure Grandma's illness, would you like me to try?"
After listening to Konan's words, Ain felt that the timeframe was within her capabilities, and she could use her Devil Fruit powers to restore the old lady to her state two years ago.
She wasn't sure if it was permanent, as she didn't use her ability much. However, she had always been developing it in the direction of severing ties with the ability user after using it.
After all, she wanted to live with Vic forever. Vic would definitely grow old eventually, and when that time came, she would use her abilities to help Vic regain his youth.
This necessitates severing the connection between the user and the ability user; otherwise, what would happen if the ability failed Vic turned into a pile of bones? Therefore, Ain's fruit development direction is already more complete than in the movie.
"You? What can a little kid like you do? You don't know anything, how are you going to treat it?"
Wendy said with some disbelief, "What Ain said is indeed a bit unbelievable. A five-year-old child saying that he can cure a disease that doctors can't cure is like a fairy tale."
However, Ain's words reminded Rebecca that Ain was Devil Fruit User, and her ability was to return matter to its past state!
Moreover, during this time, Ain had been sitting next to Vic developing her Devil Fruit ability, so some progress was to be expected. However, Wendy had never seen Ain use her ability, so she didn't think of it at the moment.
"Have you forgotten that Ain is Devil Fruit User? Her ability might actually be able to heal Konan's grandmother!" A glint of light appeared in Rebecca's eyes.
"Can Barnett's Devil Fruit ability cure illnesses?" Wendy seemed to remember something; she had sought Barnett's treatment for injuries and other ailments before.
"Probably not. Konan is ill, not injured. I heard from Vic that Barnett's Devil Fruit ability might be able to reverse time if it were developed to a high level, but it's probably not possible now."
After Rebecca mentioned wanting to eat Devil Fruit to increase her strength, Vic told her a lot about Devil Fruit and asked her to consider which kind of fruit ability she wanted.
"Let's not try it. What if something goes wrong? Konan only has this one family member!" Wendy really didn't trust five-year-old Ain. After all, they had just met, and if something happened, it would be a real problem.
Konan didn't know much about the abilities of Devil Fruit. Although she had heard of their incredible power, the thought of putting them with demons still gave her a feeling of endless trouble. She was hesitant about whether to let Ain try it.
"If Konan is really very ill and the doctor can't figure it out or cure her, then why not let Ain give it a try? I've seen Ain's abilities with my own eyes. Ain, are you confident you can cure Konan's illness?"
Rebecca's eyes reddened as she thought of her grandmother. She and Vic could only helplessly watch as the old woman slowly stopped breathing. Rebecca had experienced that feeling firsthand!
"Sister Konan, I don't know if I can cure Grandma's illness, but I can definitely alleviate her pain. Let me try!"
Ain looked at Konan seriously and said, "Ain Having experienced human trafficking, I know that sometimes helping others can be the turning point that changes their fate!"
"Little Ain, then please give it a try!" When Konan heard Rebecca and Wendy talking about the abilities of Devil Fruit, she also had some concerns, but when she thought of her grandmother's face full of pain, a glimmer of hope rose in her heart. Ain's words gave her hope!
Konan bowed deeply to the three of them, the sadness in her eyes replaced by a glimmer of light.
"Yes!" Ain nodded; she also really wanted to help this new older sister she had just met.
" Ain luck, Ain!" Rebecca called out. Wendy didn't say anything more and followed the others into the small side room.
The side room was dimly lit, with only a faint yellow candlelight making out some of the furnishings. Konan had sealed off the windows to prevent the sea breeze from aggravating her grandmother's condition.
The side room was very small, only about six or seven square meters. A bed took up most of the space, and there was a small wardrobe next to it. There was also a wooden table and a chair against the wall. It looked very simple.
The old lady lay on the bed, coughing occasionally and her body would tremble. She was lying on her side, covered with a blanket, and from the outside, only her white hair could be seen.
Konan stepped forward and laid the old lady down flat. Only then could Rebecca and Wendy barely make out the old lady's deeply lined and painful face.
" Konan! My illness is incurable. Many people on the island have died from this disease. There's no cure. As long as you're well, that's all that matters. Cough cough... Changing the island's environment will bring retribution upon the royal family!" The old lady's words were somewhat weak, but her last accusation against the royal family was powerful and resounding.
"Grandma, please stop talking! Ain is Devil Fruit User, she has a way to heal you!" Konan couldn't hold back any longer and cried as she spoke.
"Grandma, why don't you let Ain try it? Maybe it will work!"
Seeing Grandma Konan lying in bed, Rebecca saw a reflection of her own grandmother, who too had lain in a hospital bed awaiting death. Now, with Ain's abilities, she didn't want Konan to suffer the same regrets. She still had Vic, but what did Konan have? A Flower Field?
"Yes, Grandma, although I can't guarantee a 100% cure, I can alleviate your pain and help you temporarily return to your previous state."
Although Ain wasn't entirely clear about the extent of her own power, restoring the old lady to her state two years ago was feasible. Even if it wasn't for long, it would alleviate the old lady's suffering.
"Yes, we're navy personnel visiting the island today. How did we end up running into you Konan? Perhaps it's fate. Why don't you give it a try?"
Fearing the old man would suspect their ill intentions, Wendy revealed their identities.
"You're from the Navy!" Konan looked at Rebecca and Wendy with some surprise. She hadn't known their identities before and thought they were just tourists visiting the island.
"You're actually the navy? Too bad we're not Affiliated Nation! Well then, let's give it a try! Even if it doesn't work, this old woman will still thank you for your kindness!"
The old lady sounded somewhat regretful, but she didn't agree because of their naval status; she was considering her granddaughter, who wasn't related to her by blood.
With the old man's permission, Ain began to use her Devil Fruit power.
Ain stretched out her small hands, palms facing the old woman on the bed. She used her strongest ability at the moment, and a ball of peach-colored flame flew from Ain's hands to the old woman, enveloping her entire body.
"Ah!" Konan cried out in surprise at the scene and tried to stop Ain. After all, they had only just met; could someone just be a Marine?
She was terrified that her grandmother would be cremated, but Rebecca, who was quick-witted and agile, managed to grab her. This made her even more nervous. She struggled for a moment but found herself powerless; Rebecca's strength was astonishing.
However, after seeing that her grandmother hadn't changed, she felt relieved and stopped struggling. At this point, Ain also stopped using her abilities.
This is the first time she's fully unleashed her Devil Fruit power, so it will take a little longer. Normally, she could use it in an instant, otherwise she'd be killed in battle.
The power of Devil Fruit amazing. The old lady, who had just been sprawled on the bed, propped herself up and sat up, then looked at her hands in front of her eyes and clenched them in disbelief.
Konan knew the old lady's condition best. Before, the old lady was so ill that she could hardly move, but now she was able to sit up on her own. It was simply a miracle!
Ain seemed to have overused her power, her small body swaying slightly. Rebecca released Konan and hugged Ain in her arms.
Rebecca looked at Ain; aside from being a little tired, she seemed fine.
"Am I dreaming? Konan, Grandma feels like she's back to the days before she got sick; she feels so much better!"
The old lady was still somewhat incredulous, thinking she had been dreaming ever since those people came in—a beautiful and longed-for dream, because it was truly amazing. How could ordinary residents of a small island have ever seen anyone use the power of Devil Fruit?