Saturn initially thought Vic only wanted the money and didn't want to become a Shichibukai, but things took an unexpected turn. In Satan's eyes, Vic had become a fool who thought that becoming Shichibukai was a prerequisite for getting the 2 billion Beli. Satan secretly sneered at Vic and vowed to find an opportunity to assassinate this Vic who had brought shame to the World Government.
Vic's original goal was the title of Shichibukai; the 2 billion Beli was just a bonus. In Vic's eyes, Saturn was just a foolish old man, and the extra 2 billion Beli would eventually be used as weapons to attack the World Government.
Before that great war, the Shichibukai lived the most comfortable and free lives on this sea. They only needed to face challenges from other pirates, which was something they would have to face even if they didn't become Shichibukai. There was competition among pirates.
What Vic needs is time. Once he becomes Shichibukai, he won't be a threat to the World Government anymore, and he'll have plenty of time to grow stronger. As for the title of the Emperor of the Sea, it doesn't mean much to Vic.
Both of them were secretly pleased with their scheme and hung up the phone almost simultaneously. Vic, holding the Den Den Mushi, sighed, reflecting on how much he had done in the past two years, and how many things he hadn't had time to do.
For example, he hasn't had time to translate the Poneglyph Ancient Script he's learned, nor has he built the pirate ship he planned long ago, and he hasn't visited many old friends and acquaintances. Now that he doesn't have to face pursuit, he'll have time to do these things.
Titan Island was the island where they had been hiding from the Holy Knights for the past two years. This island was a death trap for wooden ships, and few ships dared to approach it. Those that strayed in unaware of the situation were basically all destroyed.
Therefore, this place is considered a forbidden area. Rebecca used the Float-Float Fruit to drop the ship from the sky to the edge of the island, preventing it from crashing. Vic and his crew's ship flew high up and came directly here from the sky, making it impossible for the World Government to find them.
Therefore, Vic and his group were able to take the initiative. In addition, the strong gravity field here was also very helpful for their cultivation. So Vic did not choose Sky Island but chose here. He himself went to Raijin Island, where cultivation was faster, because he could travel faster.
Not far from the coast of Titan Island, there are several stone houses. This is where Rebecca and her friends live. Because the gravity increases as you go deeper into the island, the houses are not located deep inland, and they are not built with wood or other building materials.
At this moment, everyone inside the house sensed Vic's presence and came out to greet him. Two years had passed, and everyone had changed to some extent.
Vic looked at his partner who was greeting him. Rebecca, who was already twenty, had a figure that was becoming more and more perfect. Her former flat figure was now curvy and slightly unfair. Her wine-red hair was tied in a high ponytail. There was little innocence left in her eyes. Her features were also much more defined, and the aura she exuded was slightly sharp.
Wendy, who was a few years older than Rebecca, was still a virgin and hadn't done anything with Barnett yet, but she already had a hint of womanly charm.
As a native of this world, Wendy was not influenced by Vic's ideology, so her clothing was very daring, with openwork everywhere, allowing you to see most of it without spending a penny.
Coupled with her maturity and allure at this age, her charm is truly irresistible. Vic couldn't understand how Barnett managed to resist eating her. He himself possessed the power of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit to influence hormone secretion and diminish desire, but Barnett didn't have that ability. How much willpower did he rely on to resist?
On Rebecca's other side is Ain. Her overall appearance hasn't changed much, because she was originally matured by her Devil Fruit ability, so she can naturally maintain the age and figure she wants.
Having acted and thought like an adult for so long, there's no trace of a child left in them. With more experience, they naturally become more mature.
In the past Ain was always the one being protected and had basically never experienced anything. However, after she grew up, she often participated in battles and shipboard work, and Vic and the others no longer treated her like a child, so she matured exceptionally quickly.
She was staring at Vic with resentment. Why did she always want to grow up quickly? Why did she make herself so curvaceous? But no matter how much she changed, she couldn't change her true age. How could Vic do such a beastly thing?
Next to Ain is Olvia, who is wearing a mask. Her transformation is the most dramatic. She has gone from an ordinary person to Devil Fruit User has Awakening dual-color Haki. Her previous delicate temperament has vanished, and she is now a true mature and alluring woman, so mature that she is almost dripping with moisture. Her figure is also an unfair existence.
However, the mask and the small part of her aloof face that was exposed made her look very holy. This contrast really easily aroused people's primal desires. Every time they came out of seclusion, Olvia was the most eye-catching. Many arrogant people, relying on their strength, wanted to get close to her, but they paid the price with their lives.
On Wendy's other side is Barnett. With the help of the Vic's Illusion, he has already mastered the Ryuo form. In addition, he used the time saved from training his Haki in the Illusion to develop his Devil Fruit ability. Although his Devil Fruit ability has not yet Awakening, the abnormal nature of the Replenish-Replenish Fruit is already beginning to show.
Physical strength, energy, injuries, Sword Qi, Haki, etc., whether tangible or illusory, can all be replenished, and can also help others replenish. Although the current strength is not very great, it can already be done, so it can be further developed and strengthened sooner or later.
Barnett is now more mature, composed, and serious. He manages most of the affairs. Although his strength is not second only to Vic's, he is now the de facto first mate on Vic's ship, and everyone else trusts his decisions.
No one stipulates that the vice-captain's strength must be second only to the captain's. Sometimes, intelligence is more important than strength. The ability to judge and coordinate the overall situation is more important for a pirate crew than a powerful fighter. However, those with strong strength are often more dazzling and attract more attention.
Not far from Barnett was Mantis. He had also changed, but not much. He used to wear clothes that were suitable for farm work, but now he wore clothes that were suitable for combat. He no longer had a towel on his head to wipe his sweat, and he looked more energetic and imposing.
However, his temperament hasn't changed much. After all, he's not young anymore, and his temperament has long been cultivated. But after picking up his cultivation again, his eyes have gained a sharper glint. He was already a strong person before, so his strength hasn't changed as dramatically as Rebecca's and the others'.
However, he had indeed wasted a lot of time before, and now he spends most of his time cultivating. He has become much stronger than before, and even in Vic's illusion, his Ancient Zoan Nether Mantis Fruit ability showed signs of Awakening. It is believed that it will not be long before it is truly Awakening, at which time Mantis's combat power will be raised to another level.
Standing next to Mantis was the last person on Rebecca's side, and also the Two-Sword Style swordsman Kanbo, whom Rebecca acknowledged. His growth in the past two years has been the fastest.