Chapter 752: Resurrection in Progress"Hello, Lord Death God.""Goodbye, Lord Death God."After a quick greeting, without a moment of hesitation, Satoru pulled Little Bai and turned to leave, signaling Whitebeard to hurry up and go.But Davy Jones called out to them."Stop right there!"The reason for this situation was that Satoru's consciousness had been pulled to the dock in the Underworld by the Ferryman, who was responsible for sending people across the last stretch of the Styx for reincarnation.Little Bai thought Davy Jones was behind it, so he came looking for trouble.And Satoru learned from the Ferryman about the characteristic of one day in the Underworld being one month in the Human World. He didn't have time to waste with Davy Jones now, so he immediately began his resurrection plan.Resurrection in progress!!...Satoru was in a hurry to leave.But Davy Jones wasn't foolish. He heard something amiss in Little Bai's words.In the Underworld, no one but that Ferryman could draw away someone's consciousness without him noticing!!!And that Ferryman had always been at odds with him. Now, Satoru's secretive and anxious demeanor was very suspicious!"You saw that old geezer, didn't you!""Satoru, Montenos D. Bai Yun!"Davy Jones cut straight to the chase, no nonsense."In the Underworld, only that old geezer can pull away someone's consciousness without me noticing."Since Davy Jones said so, Satoru couldn't hide it anymore and turned back to speak."Yes, I met that Ferryman. He said his name was just Ferryman."He said he didn't get along with you.""He said he really wanted to see you suffer a setback and that he saw great potential in me and wanted to help me.""I refused on the spot! That's another price... ah, no! How could a kind person like me agree to that?""Then he wouldn't let me out, and I was about to make a move when he finally released me."Satoru spoke sincerely and smoothly, making it sound entirely unscripted."Wanting to see me suffer a setback, that does sound like something that old geezer would say."Davy Jones said, still staring at Satoru, but couldn't find any flaws."Alright, I'll believe you for now. Go ahead.""Thanks."Satoru immediately turned and left, taking Little Bai and Whitebeard back to the villa first... Satoru left.But Davy Jones still felt something was off.Over the years, very few people could meet that old Ferryman before letting go of their desires, let alone that old geezer personally taking someone away."He's practically challenging my position!"Davy Jones's eyes flared with anger, but he remained rational despite his fury."If it weren't for that old geezer, I'd have an endless supply of soldiers now!"Davy Jones was not a good person. He was naturally happy to have many skeleton soldiers that didn't cost money.The Ferryman proposed sending away a batch of skeleton soldiers every 100 years, with the aim of suppressing Davy Jones's development and strength.The price was that the Ferryman could only move freely at the dock and in the Sea of Spider Lilies. Going anywhere else would be tantamount to declaring war on Davy Jones.Therefore, their relationship could never be good."That old geezer... besides sending people off, he also... cultivates the Sea of Spider Lilies.""That fellow Satoru entered the Sea of Spider Liliestwenty-one days ago. Is there a connection?""Having signed a soul contract, that fellow Satorucouldn't possibly lie to me.""What is that old geezer's objective?""Hmph, instead of thinking, I might as well go directly to the Sea of Spider Lilies and ask that old geezer for clarification!"Davy Jones couldn't reach the final dock either, so if he wanted to meet the Ferryman, it could only be in the Sea of Spider Lilies.However, things were about to get bad... back at the villa.Satoru returned in a rush with Little Bai and Whitebeard.Jason almost thought someone had attacked their home."Brother Satoru, what's wrong? Why are you rushing so much?""White Kid, this frantic look isn't like you. Where did you go just now? What happened?"Whitebeard also asked, but after asking, he walked over to the sofa and sat down, not showing his concern. Was it because he trusted Satoru, or trusted himself? Perhaps both."Yeah, Little Little Bai, did something big happen?"Why did Little Bai come to this conclusion?Because along the way, Satoru didn't stop for a moment at any of the snack stalls!This matter was clearly serious!!"I..."Satoru was about to speak.Whitebeard tossed him a water cup.Satoru caught it, not spilling a single drop of water.Whitebeard nodded in satisfaction; the training results were good."No need to rush. Drink some water first, then talk."Satoru was indeed thirsty. After downing the water, he recounted his experience at the dock to everyone, most importantly, the rule of one day in the Underworld being one month in the Human World."So, two years have passed in the Human World, and my agreement with my comrades is due. I should go back."Everyone understood.Jason didn't understand, but for some reason, he felt it was perfectly normal for Satoru to be resurrected."Gurararara, so that's it. It's a good thing you're being resurrected, why are you in such a hurry?"Whitebeard laughed.Satoru explained, "Mainly, I'm afraid of wasting time. If today passes, another month will have gone by in the Human World, and I'm afraid I'll miss my appointment with everyone.""Also, although it's just a guess, the Ferryman and Davy Jones don't get along. The Ferryman actively sought me out, and Davy Jones couldn't possibly fully believe me based on just a few words.""Davy Jones will most likely go to the Ferryman to clarify... At the final dock, in the Ferryman's bucket, there were several blue glowing fish. Upon closer inspection, they were actually fish composed of many mayflies."Hmm... I've caught a big fish."The Ferryman smiled, looking at the surface of the Styx. His gaze pierced through, revealing that at the bottom of the Styx was a vast Sea of Spider Lilies!!And Davy Jones's figure appeared within it, cursing and telling the Ferryman to show himself.The Ferryman put down his fishing rod, stood up, and plunged directly into the Styx.In Davy Jones's vision, he saw the old geezer Ferryman flying down from the sky on a giant blue fish.Davy Jones put on a feigned smile."Long time no see, hope you've been well.""Former Lord Death God."..."So?"Little Bai was puzzled. If Davy Jones went to find the Ferryman, what did that have to do with them?Satoru shook his head, "You don't know, beneath the last stretch of the Styx at the Ferryman's dock, do you know what's there?""It's the Sea of Spider Lilies!"Little Bai's eyes widened instantly."I know!""If that old ghost Davy Jones finds out we tricked him, he'll probably come knocking on our door for a fight!"Satoru nodded in affirmation."Exactly!""But I don't have time to get entangled with him now."
Chapter 753: Get the Hell Out Here!!"But I don't have time to be entangled with him right now."It's not that I'm afraid of Davy Jones, even though Davy Jones can be considered an invincible existence in the Underworld.But Satoru possesses the Vitality Energy that restrains him. If they fought, it's uncertain who would win.It's just that Satoru doesn't know how long the resurrection will take, and if he gets tangled up with Davy Jones too, he fears wasting too much time.One day in the Underworld is one month in the Human World.Today is already the twenty-fourth day. If today passes, it means another month has passed in the Human World, and Satoru will miss his promised meeting time with Luffy and the others.Although Luffy would definitely take him along, Satoru didn't want to miss it, nor did he want to make everyone worry... "Is that so.""Then go ahead and revive."Whitebeard greatly admired the camaraderie between Satoru and Luffy's group."Pops..."Satoru hesitated slightly."What's wrong?"Whitebeard was puzzled, but immediately realized what was happening."Are you afraid that after you leave, I'll be targeted by Davy Jones?""Gurararara, who the hell am I!!! I am Whitebeard!! How could I possibly fear him!!"Whitebeard laughed heartily; the word "fear" did not exist in his dictionary."No, I know you, Whitebeard Pops, don't fear him.""However, Davy Jones's power is absolute in the Underworld. He has control over the deceased souls, and going against him isn't a good decision.""I know you don't fear him, but I don't want you to be implicated because of me.""If that happens, even if I revive, I won't be able to face Ace and the others."Satoru spoke from the heart.If Whitebeard were targeted by Davy Jones because of him, potentially leading to his complete annihilation, he would never be able to forgive himself.Although Whitebeard was domineering and feared no one, that didn't mean he was reckless or foolish."That's true. We've all seen Davy Jones's power."And then? There was no 'and then.' Whitebeardstopped talking right there... Meanwhile, back at the Sea of Spider Lilies.Davy Jones immediately dropped another piece of explosive information."The former Death God."It turned out that the Ferryman was actually the former Death God."I don't know how long it's been since I resigned. Oh, wait, it's been exactly as long as you've held the position.""There's no need to bring up the past.""Lord Death God, why do you have time to visit today?"The Ferryman's tone was polite, but Davy Jonesonly heard sarcasm."Hmph, stop putting on that act. Being confined to this place, unable to go anywhere, must be painful!!"In response to Davy Jones's words, the Ferrymansmiled."Although I can only move freely between the Pier and the spider lily heart, if I wish, I can enter the red spider lily's Illusion Realm. Even though it's an illusion, I can see and feel everything within it, so it's not boring.""On the contrary, look at you.""As the Death God, you are forever bound to remain in the Underworld. Even if you go to the Human World, you are restricted to a fixed area and must be responsible for guiding deceased souls.""The truly lonely, the truly pathetic one...""Is you!"Davy Jones couldn't hold back, and flames immediately erupted from his seven orifices.But the Ferryman instantly flashed away and dodged it. Only a portion of the red spider lilies was burned, and the flames failed to spread, being neutralized by Obsession Energy instead."You old undead bastard!!""You short-tempered brat!! Did you just come here today to argue with me?!"Only then did Davy Jones remember the real reason for his visit. Furthermore, fighting the Ferryman in the Sea of Spider Lilies was not a good decision, even for him, the Death God.Putting away the flames, Davy Jones asked."Why did you summon Satoru's consciousness for a meeting?""What are you plotting with him!?"Hearing this, the Ferryman replied."I was just wondering what it was for.""So, it was for this.""Didn't that kid tell you?"The Ferryman spoke his piece, but Davy Joneswasn't listening. Usually, when he came to the Sea of Spider Lilies, the Obsession Energy emitted by the red spider lilies qualified to become the spider lily heart was dense, but why couldn't he sense any of it today?Davy Jones directly asked the Ferryman what was going on."What else could be going on?"The Ferryman replied.Davy Jones's eyes widened. He understood, and shouted at the Ferryman."You took the spider lily heart!!""That's mine!! Give it to me!!"Davy Jones demanded this as if it were perfectly justified.The Ferryman was stunned by his stupidity."You foolish thing!!""I didn't take it!!!""Even if I did take it, why should I give it to you!!""If you didn't take it, then who did?!""Besides you and me, who else could enter..."Davy Jones's voice grew weaker, and a figure appeared in his mind."Impossible!!""He signed the soul contract, he couldn't possibly deceive me!!"The Ferryman saw Davy Jones's expression and struggled to stifle his laughter. "Anything is possible, although I don't know how he managed it.""But you were tricked, Davy Jones!!!""Hahahahaha!!!"The Ferryman's laughter echoed throughout the Sea of Spider Lilies.But Davy Jones left. He could deal with the annoying Ferryman anytime, but if Satoruresurrected, he would be completely powerless to stop it!!...Whitebeard finished speaking, acknowledging that Davy Jones's strength was terrifying.But he said nothing further.The implication was: so what if he's terrifying?It was absolutely impossible for Whitebeard to say things like, "Hide," or "Don't let Davy Jones see you.""Pops, I want to ask, what is your obsession, your desire?"Whitebeard understood, "You want me to reincarnate, right?""My obsession and desire?"Whitebeard thought about it. "I'm not sure.""Is it family? Is it drinking? Or something else?""But it seems there's nothing left in my heart that I can't let go of. For the Whitebeard Pirates, I intended to use my life to pave the way for them from the start. Given that, why would I have any regrets?""Then why can't you reincarnate, Pops?""Logically, you should be heading to the Ferrymannow."Satoru was very confused."How should I know that."Whitebeard was frank; he truly didn't know.Satoru paced back and forth, thinking, when suddenly a direction occurred to him."Could it be... could it be... because of... me?""Because you wanted to give me Special Training, and so that I could help Ace and the others after I returned—is that small lingering obsession why you haven't moved on?"Satoru voiced his guess. Although it sounded a bit conceited, it made sense.Whitebeard nodded. "That is a possibility."However, before anyone else could answer, Davy Jones's shout came from outside."Montenos D. Bai Yun!""Get the hell out here!!"
Chapter 754: Just Fight!One day in the Underworld, one month in the Human World.Time was running out, and Satoru had to leave.He could leave whenever he wanted, but he was worried that after he left, Davy Jones would implicate Whitebeard. That was his only concern.However, if he could get Whitebeard to let go of his desires and reincarnate now, there would be nothing to worry about.But the old man himself didn't know what he couldn't let go of. He felt like there was nothing.Satoru suspected it might be because of him. However, before he had a chance to confirm this, Davy Jones came knocking. Judging by his tone, he likely knew that the spider lily heart had been taken by Satoru and that he had been played."Montenos D. Bai Yun!""Get out here!!!"...Davy Jones's shout instantly silenced the villa.Satoru mentally thanked the Ferryman for telling him about the "one day in the Underworld, one month in the Human World" rule.But he also cursed the old man for leading Davy Jones to him, which led to the discovery that he had taken the spider lily heart.Outside, Davy Jones had arrived standing on the transformed Skeleton Parrot. Seeing no response, veins bulged on his forehead in anger. Fine, fine, playing deaf and dumb, are we?"Kraka (the Skeleton Parrot's name), burn them to death!!!"The Skeleton Parrot received the order, opened its mouth, and spat out a beam of Underworld hellfire at the villa.The hellfire beam struck the villa at an angle, hitting the coffee table in the middle of the living room, causing it to explode.Whitebeard sat on the sofa, not even blinking.Jason had already crawled onto the floor behind the sofa."Little White, what should we do now?""Fight him head-on?"Little White asked.As mentioned earlier, Satoru didn't have time to tangle with Davy Jones. With Vitality Energy, Davy Jones couldn't kill him, but stalling him would be easy."Let's go. At this point, we can't keep hiding in this house."Satoru said, then turned and walked out of the villa.Jason slowly poked his head out from behind the sofa.Whitebeard drank his tea unhurriedly. When the beam of fire hit the coffee table earlier, he had saved his teacup...."So you dare to come out.""I thought you were going to be a coward!""You two thieves!!!""Damn robbers!!!"Davy Jones was greedy; naturally, he couldn't accept that his things had been taken. Although the spider lily heart wasn't his, on his land, if he couldn't have something, no one else could!!Most importantly, that bastard Satoru dared to play him!!He had brought the thief into his own home and was smug about it!!!As mentioned many times before, Satoru didn't want to waste time with Davy Jones. This time, he didn't want to talk nonsense.Just fight!!!He released his aura.Davy Jones's eyes widened. You dog, you're admitting it directly, not even bothering to argue? Fine, fine, fine!!!But before Satoru could make a move, a loud commotion came from inside the house. Whitebeard's laughter erupted with power, bursting the front door open."Gurararara!!!"Whitebeard walked out of the house, holding an ordinary naginata."Although it's not as good as Murakumogiri, it'll barely do.""White Kid, aren't you in a hurry?""Go quickly!""Leave this guy to me."Whitebeard made this decision again, just like in the Marineford War. He split the island, separated the Marines and pirates, and stayed behind alone to deal with the Marines to pave the way for his sons."But...""Don't talk nonsense!"Satoru hesitated, but Whitebeard shouted sternly.Satoru understood. "Go!!!""Enter my body."This sounded strange, but it was normal when speaking to Little White.Little White understood immediately and entered Satoru's consciousness space.Satoru pushed his Air Compression Technique to the limit, a storm erupted under his feet, and he flew away.Davy Jones naturally couldn't watch Satoru run away right in front of him!"Don't even think about running!!!"He ordered the Skeleton Parrot to chase, but felt a huge force striking from below.He saw a vibration energy ball flying toward them.Davy Jones instantly coated his hands in extremely dense netherworld power and struck the vibration energy ball.Fist and ball collided, both sides pushing against each other.The space at the point of impact cracked like a mirror, spreading outward.Accumulated to the limit, the fragments collapsed, and the huge vibration energy surged out. Even Davy Jones, the Lord Death God, was pushed back for a while along with the Skeleton Parrot beneath him.After stabilizing, Davy Jones glared at Whitebeard.Whitebeard, however, was very satisfied with this move."Gurararara!!!""Not bad, not bad. It feels just like when I was young."Davy Jones was puzzled. "You were actually able to recall your ability to this extent?""When White Kid came back just now, he brought a lot of… your energy, which allowed me to recall it. According to him, this is energy bought with all his assets.""It's truly not bad."Satoru's entire assets, at least 4000 gold coins remaining. Davy Jones didn't expect Satoru to spend it all on energy.While happy about the 4000 income, Davy Jonesalso felt like he had been tricked by himself!..."You'd better think clearly!""That kid Satoru has left, and you are still in Hell!""Are you sure you want to go against me!!!"Davy Jones threatened him directly, also afraid that if too much time was wasted, Satoru would have already been resurrected.But Whitebeard was never a man to be intimidated."Gurararara.""Cut the crap!!!"Whitebeard bent his knees, cracking the ground, and leaped up. Holding the handle of the naginatawith both hands, he arrived in the air in front of Davy Jones and slashed down fiercely. Where the blade slid, space shattered....The battle between Whitebeard and Davy Jonescouldn't be described as having a small commotion; it was massive.The residents looked up at the sky one after another and saw the figure of Davy Jones.They didn't expect that within just one month, there would be two incidents of Lord Death Godpersonally fighting someone.The first time was with Little White.This time, it was with Whitebeard.As for the revolution of Strow and the others, because it ended quickly, it didn't spread.At this time, Strow, who was drowning his sorrows, watched Whitebeard's posture as he continuously slashed at Davy Jones in the sky, and only then realized that the gap in strength between him and them was like heaven and earth.With Whitebeard holding off Davy Jones, Satorumoved forward rapidly. He soon reached the gate of Yathelaka, kicked the gate open, and left Yathelaka.Outside was the Underworld River, the Yellow Springs.Upon reaching the shore, Satoru still didn't know how to resurrect.He thought about it, and there was no other way. Even though he hated the feeling of the Ethereal Void Realm, Satoru chose to dive headfirst into the Underworld River.Although the Ethereal Void Realm was beyond the Underworld River, entering the river without a Ferryman would also most likely cause one to drift into the Ethereal Void Realm....The gate of Yathelaka was kicked open; there was no way Davy Jones couldn't feel it.Thinking that Satoru had already run that far, Davy Jones was furious."flying dutchman!!!"
Chapter 755: ReincarnationSatoru ran, and he ran very fast.He quickly reached the banks of the Styx River in front of Yathelaka's gate and plunged into the river without hesitation.Meanwhile, Davy Jones sensed that Yathelaka's gate had been opened.But Whitebeard was still acting like a madman, frantically using the abilities he had recovered after 'topping up,' seemingly reaching his peak state.Even Davy Jones, as the God of Death, was forced to retreat repeatedly by the slashes, though he managed to block every move.Being chased and hacked at was frustrating enough, but realizing Satoru had already escaped Yathelaka, Davy Jones grew angrier. He erupted with immense energy, forcing Whitebeard back, and roared fiercely."flying dutchman!!"From the castle, the flying dutchman swiftly flew over. Whitebeard had intended to slash Davy Jonesagain, but he was forced to flip his blade and strike the flying dutchman. While shaking it away, the recoil sent him back to the ground. After all, he couldn't fly; he had been standing on the Skeleton Parrot when he attacked Davy Jones... Davy Jonesjumped onto the flying dutchman, but instead of calling the Skeleton Parrot back, he ordered it to block Whitebeard.But just as he was about to leave, he sensed Whitebeard's soul dissipating.Whitebeard plunged his bisento into the ground and looked at his slowly vanishing hand. "It seems that if one has no wants, no desires, and no lingering attachments in their heart, they can truly achieve Reincarnation.""That kid Satoru was right.""Since I have no regrets, why wouldn't I reincarnate?""Maybe it was because of him.""At first, it was to help him with his special training, but now, it's to help him stop you!""Seeing how anxious you are, I guess my mission is complete.""The energy is used up too. Not a waste.""Gurararara!!""Go create the future, Satoru!! I'll be going ahead!!""Remember!!""I am Whitebeard, Edward Newgate!!!"Whitebeard declared his name to the entirety of Yathelaka. In the future, that name would be remembered by someone for a very long time.As the declaration concluded, Whitebeard's soul completely dissipated. It wasn't annihilation, but Samsara Reincarnation... Davy Jones watched Whitebeard vanish. This kind of Samsara Reincarnation, free of attachments, was something even he, the God of Death, could not interfere with.He had the Skeleton Parrot return to his shoulder.Since Whitebeard was gone, Davy Jones saw no need to harbor resentment. The priority was capturing Satoru.But then he spotted Jason hiding inside the gate.Jason's mind was blank now. Satoru and Xiaobai were gone, and Whitebeard had attained Reincarnation. What should he do next?Just then, the Nether Energy launched by Davy Jones arrived in front of him. Just as Jason was about to be hit, a red spider lily appeared, blocked the energy, and carried Jason away.It was the Ferryman who acted."That old bastard!!"Davy Jones gritted his teeth. Everyone today was opposing him!But he didn't have time to look for the Ferrymannow; Satoru was what mattered!The Ferryman would always be around, but if he didn't chase, Satoru would be gone by the end of the day!!!The reason the Ferryman acted wasn't because he knew Jason or suddenly had a burst of kindness.As mentioned before, he enjoyed seeing Davy Jonesfrustrated.Therefore, he saved Jason purely to disgust Davy Jones.He was very happy to see this happen... At the Final Pier.Whitebeard arrived here.He saw an old man laughing and slapping his thigh, even though he himself looked like an old man too."Hahahaha!!""That little brat has his day coming too! Hahaha!!"Whitebeard remained silent, just watching the old man laugh.He probably understood now: this was the Final Pier Satoru spoke of, and this Ferryman was the one who guided people toward Samsara."Haha... please excuse my laughter."The Ferryman wiped away the tears of laughter from the corners of his eyes before slowly stopping his chuckles. It was obvious that he and Davy Joneshad a "very good relationship.""Welcome here.""Arriving here proves that you are about to embrace a new life.""Do you have any expectations for your new life?"the Ferryman asked.Whitebeard replied indifferently, "Cut the nonsense.""Alright, alright, wait a moment. Someone you know is coming."As the Ferryman finished speaking, a red spider lilyflew up from beneath the Styx River and spat out Jason."Jason? Are you alright?"Although Jason was weak, he was serious and responsible when cleaning and working. Whitebeard still held a good impression of this junior."Cough, cough, Senior Whitebeard!""I'm fine... Where is this place?""And who is this elder?""I am the Ferryman.""The Ferryman..."Jason also recalled Satoru's words."You are the one Brother Satoru mentioned who guides people to Reincarnation."The Ferryman nodded, "That's me."Jason knew he had saved him, so he bowed and thanked him, "Thank you for saving me.""No need to thank me.""To be precise, saving you was just a side benefit. I only did it to disgust Davy Jones and prevent him from getting his way.""Alright, since you've arrived here, let's go together.""Together?""Can I go too?"Jason asked.The Ferryman glanced at him. "If Davy Jones can use external force to help someone achieve Reincarnation, then naturally, so can I!"As his voice fell, the Ferryman aimed the palms of both hands at Whitebeard and Jason, firing energy.It was easy for Whitebeard; a red spider lily was quickly extracted from him.However, it took a little more time for Jason, and the red spider lily extracted was significantly larger."That should do it."the Ferryman said.Jason was about to thank him again.The Ferryman shook his head."I am only thanking you for letting me watch such a good show."Hearing this, Jason remained silent.The Ferryman tossed the two red spider lilies into the Styx River.The two red spider lilies slowly sank into the Sea of Spider Lilies, automatically finding a spot to take root.The Ferryman picked up his fishing rod, which transformed into a bamboo pole. The bamboo raft beneath his feet also widened, otherwise Whitebeard wouldn't be able to step onto it."Alright, come aboard."Whitebeard stepped aboard without hesitation.Jason immediately followed.The Ferryman nodded, "If your heart still holds attachments, stepping onto this bamboo raft would cause it to capsize.""The fact that you could board proves that your hearts are free of attachments and you can undergo Samsara Reincarnation.""Then, let us set off!"The Ferryman then used the bamboo pole to push against the water. The movement of the small bamboo pole effortlessly propelled the enlarged bamboo raft slowly toward the darkness ahead.Other than the Ferryman, no one knew what lay ahead.Perhaps, not even the Ferryman himself knew
Chapter 756: Don't ApologizeMy five senses were sealed, everything was vague and ethereal, and I felt like I was suspended between existence and non-existence.This annoying sensation enveloped Satoru.This was the result of being inside the Ethereal Void Realm.To resurrect, he had to find the entrance to the mortal world from this Ethereal Void Realm, which was actually within the River Styx.Only the surface of the River Styx is water; below the water and around the water belongs to the Ethereal Void Realm. Therefore, only by riding the styx ferry boat or the Ghost Candle Ship can one avoid entering the Ethereal Void Realm.Both of these things were among Davy Jones's Hell Treasures, used to ferry souls to Hell. Satoru had neither, so he could only dive directly into the River Styx, instantly entering the Ethereal Void Realm... "This damn feeling is truly unbearable, but if my consciousness slackens even slightly, I'm afraid I'll become lost.""It keeps telling my mind that this path has no end, this path has no end, just sleep here.""Sleep your a—""How much longer must I drift like this?"It was still Vitality Energy guiding Satoru forward, just as it had been when he came here.Satoru also kept talking to himself internally, which helped him maintain his self-awareness and prevent him from getting lost.But after drifting for a long time, the path truly seemed endless.Satoru clearly remembered that when he arrived, he hadn't drifted for this long.But this time, he kept drifting without seeing an end... Drifting and drifting, continuously drifting.Satoru wasn't even sure if he was drifting; it was a state where heaven and earth didn't exist, only a void before his eyes, illuminated by just a tiny glimmer of Vitality Energy.It was fortunate to have even that tiny glimmer; without it, Satoru felt he would go insane.Drifting and drifting, Satoru finally sensed that something was wrong."No, no, I've been drifting for too long!""Vitality Energy would never lead me in circles."Satoru couldn't tell if he was circling, but there was no reason for Vitality Energy to lead him in circles.However, if Vitality Energy really was leading him in circles, then there was only one possibility: the path ahead was wrong, and the correct path couldn't be found even by Vitality Energy!?This was not good news.Satoru took a deep breath. He couldn't panic here; panicking meant being lost forever."Maybe it's not that the path ahead is wrong, but that something is obstructing it?""Or... this is the correct path, but I can't just pass through directly like this? Otherwise, I'll hit a ghostly dead end?"Satoru fell into thought, when suddenly he glimpsed something approaching ahead, just like the last time he saw that Ghost Infant."Could it be that guy again?"However, as the object drew closer, Satoru finally saw clearly: it wasn't a Ghost Infant, but... "The Ship Spirit!!!"It was the Ship Spirit wearing a yellow raincoat—the Ship Spirit of the going merry!!!"This... this...""We meet again, Satoru."The Ship Spirit circled Satoru once, the mouth under the hood of its raincoat curving into a smile."Is that really you, Merry...""It's me.""I sensed you, so I came to pick you up.""Carrying you all, that is my responsibility."The Ship Spirit nodded in response.Satoru fell silent. He didn't know how to reply, and the emotions in his heart were complex.Moved, sad, ashamed... Meanwhile, the Ship Spiritflew in circles, seemingly scattering tiny specks of starlight.Immediately, the going merry appeared before Satoru, looking just as it did the first time Satorusaw it."The going merry..."Satoru reached out to touch Merry, terrified his hand would pass right through, but he made solid contact.The Ship Spirit landed on the mast of the sail; that was its favorite place to sit."Hurry and come aboard, Satoru.""I'll take you away.""going merry... thank you..."With a somersault, Satoru landed on the going merry.Everything was just as he remembered. Satorueagerly went to the crow's nest; it could practically be considered his second room."Alright then, let's go, Satoru."The Ship Spirit said, and specks of starlight covered the going merry, the rudder turning automatically without a hand.The entire going merry was seen flying upward rapidly at an angle.Usopp: I told you, the going merry can fly!!...Satoru, who was inside the Ethereal Void Realm, hadn't expected to see the going merry here again, or to be carried by it once more."Merry, why are you here?"Satoru asked.The Ship Spirit landed and sat on Satoru's shoulder. "After I said goodbye to you all that day.""I sank to the bottom of the sea. When I woke up again, I was already here.""An old man told me I had the potential to become a Supreme Treasure, asking me to guide those who were lost—those who shouldn't be lost—and that one day I would become that Supreme Treasure.""I don't care about becoming a Supreme Treasure, but I am very happy that I can help others and help them leave this place."After hearing this, Satoru smiled. "We were truly happy to have been carried by you, going merry. You are amazing."The Ship Spirit didn't reply, simply maintaining its smile.Just then, the going merry broke through the surface of the River Styx, rising from below the water onto the surface.Satoru's five senses returned, but the surroundings were still pitch black; only the River Styx beneath the ship and in front and behind was visible... Having been brought back onto the River Styx by the going merry, the going merry was now essentially a styx ferry boat, capable of carrying Satoru across the River Styx.Looking at everything around him, which was exactly as he remembered, Satoru felt increasingly guilty."I'm sorry, Merry.""Huh? Why are you apologizing?"The Ship Spirit was confused, and furthermore, it didn't like those three words.Satoru's eyes were still moist. "Actually, I knew everything. I knew when you would sustain damage during our previous journey.""Ah, of course, there were still some things I didn't know."For example, the incident where we encountered the Golden Dragon and were washed ashore, Satorutruly didn't know about that."But I didn't try to stop it or change it.""I chose other matters."In Mock Town, when faced with the choice between protecting the going merry and intercepting Blackbeard, Satoru chose to intercept Blackbeard, obtaining one of Blackbeard's fragments at that time."I know that. I always believed that everyone would absolutely refuse to abandon you.""But you couldn't adapt to the seas of the New World. We needed a bigger ship.""Some things I could change, some I couldn't, but I always chose to stand by and watch.""Therefore, I apologize to you.""I'm sorry."The Ship Spirit flew in front of Satoru, its hood still obscuring its eyes."I don't like those three words: 'I'm sorry'.""I like you. I like everyone. I like all of you whom I carried.""I have no regrets.""I was very happy to spend that time with you all.""So, don't apologize, Satoru."
Chapter 757: Mirror Flower Water Moon"So, don't apologize, Satoru."The Ship Spirit's words entered his ears, and Satorudesperately held back his tears."Alright, I won't apologize.""Then say thank you.""Thank you for bringing me out."The Ship Spirit floated back onto Satoru's shoulder, swinging its little legs, and replied with a smile, "You're welcome."...Here, Satoru's reunion and heart-to-heart talk with the going merry had just concluded.A voice that ruined the atmosphere still appeared."I found you!! You brat!! Montenos D. Bai Yun!!"Davy Jones roared sharply, wishing his shout could pierce Satoru's eardrums.Satoru, standing on the crow's nest, immediately turned to look. Davy Jones, aboard the flying dutchman, was in close pursuit... Let me first explain that the Styx is an environment governed by rules.The souls of the deceased cannot stand on the Styx; even if they swim and dive into the Styx, they enter the Ethereal Void Realm.Only the styx ferry boat and the Ghost Candle Ship can cross the Styx.But if a soul, while riding, does not touch the styx ferry boat—whether by jumping up or flying, if their body completely fails to touch the ferry—their five senses will disappear, and they will fall into the Ethereal Void Realm.Even if the person appears to be floating in the air above the Styx to an observer, the person themselves has fallen into the Ethereal Void Realm, and their five senses will only return upon touching the styx ferry boat again.Furthermore, the styx ferry boat must be touching the Styx to have this function, otherwise, both the person and the ship will enter the Ethereal Void Realm together.Therefore, Davy Jones dared not make the flying dutchman fly to chase Satoru, because once the bottom of the flying dutchman left the Styx, he and the ship would enter the Ethereal Void Realmtogether... "You're really obsessed with me, Lord Death God. Why bother?""How are Whitebeard and Jason doing?!"Satoru was still concerned about the status of Whitebeard and Jason.Naturally, Davy Jones couldn't tell the truth. "They've turned to ash!!"Satoru clenched his fists in disbelief. Just as a feeling of guilt was about to rise in his heart, a red spider lily flew over, and immediately, Obsession Energy dispersed and entered Satoru's body.Satoru instantly understood the news that Whitebeard and Jason had already been reincarnated.He figured it was the help of the Ferryman.Satoru spoke a sentence, regardless of whether the Ferryman could hear him or not."Thank you, old man."Then he continued looking at Davy Jones.Knowing that Whitebeard and Jason had been reincarnated, Satoru reverted to his usual cheeky self."Lord Death God isn't exactly righteous, is he? How can you lie to people?"Davy Jones was about to explode with rage."That damned old man again!!""Speaking of lying!! How dare you even mention it!!""How did you trick the soul contract?!""That's impossible!!"Satoru shrugged. "Nothing is impossible. If Lord Death God thinks it's impossible, it just means you haven't seen it yet."Davy Jones was furious, physically and visibly furious.Are you, a brat under twenty, calling me, a Death God who has existed for hundreds of years, ignorant?!Davy Jones instantly made a move, throwing bundles of Nether Fire.Satoru instantly activated Moon God Form, holding shelley in his right hand, and said to the Ship Spirit."Hide well, Merry, I won't let you suffer any harm this time!"The Ship Spirit obediently left Satoru's shoulder. A full moon mirror flew out, blocking the incoming Nether Fire, and immediately reflected it back."Mirror Flower Water Moon."With a command from Satoru, dozens of full moon mirrors appeared out of thin air around the flying dutchman, surrounding it.Davy Jones frowned.Satoru's right wristband saw another diamond-shaped fragment break off, transforming into a Flintlock Pistol in Satoru's left hand.Satoru raised the Flintlock Pistol, aiming the dark muzzle at the full moon mirror in front of him.*Bang!*Sparks erupted from the muzzle, and a bullet carrying a heat wave flew out, hitting the full moon mirror and being swallowed by it.Looking over at Davy Jones, dozens of full moon mirrors simultaneously spat out a bullet. Instantly, a hail of bullets flew wildly, striking Davy Jones and the flying dutchman.Before the first round of bullets was finished, Satorustarted another, still using Robin's Flower-Flower Fruit blooming bullets: one bullet divided into two, those two entered the full moon mirrors, and then two divided into dozens.Countless bullets continuously struck Davy Jonesand the flying dutchman.One round of offense passed.The flying dutchman and Davy Jones were covered in bullet holes.But Davy Jones didn't care at all. Nether Energy emanated, and the flying dutchman became as good as new, while the bullet holes on Davy Jones also gradually healed."Are you tickling me?""No, I don't feel anything at all."Flames burned in Davy Jones's eyes, and white smoke escaped as he spoke, giving off a strong Death God's oppressive aura.But Satoru was not intimidated at all. "As expected of Lord Death God.""Then how about this?"Vitality Energy emanated from inside the muzzle.This time, Davy Jones couldn't sit still. Being hit by this once would be incomparable to being hit by countless bullets just now."You damned brat!!""Krakka, grab the flying dutchman and pull it closer to me!!"The Skeleton Parrot received the command, and after transforming into a giant size, it bit the iron chain at the bow of the flying dutchman and quickly chased after the ship.Davy Jones himself erupted with dense Nether Energy, and a massive, lower-body-less energy form rose (the lower half connected to Davy Jones's Main Body, like a genie), appearing in the air above the Styx.It looked to be as large as Oars, though Satoru had never seen Oars with his own eyes... The Skeleton Parrot pulled the flying dutchman closer quickly.Davy Jones's massive energy form continuously hurled nether fire flames with both hands.Satoru absolutely would not allow these massive flames to hit the going merry, resisting with all his might.But even though the going merry was moving at full speed, it still couldn't match the speed of the Skeleton Parrot pulling the flying dutchman.Watching the distance between them continuously shrink.The situation was getting a bit bad.Satoru definitely did not want to fight Davy Joneswhile aboard the going merry.Another round of Nether Fire flames rained down."Mirror Flower Water Moon!"Satoru used Mirror Flower Water Moon again. Countless full moon mirrors caught the flames and then reflected them back at Davy Jones and the flying dutchman, but they couldn't injure them at all; the flames simply merged with them upon contact.The Skeleton Parrot also closed in. Satoru moved to the sheep's head figurehead and kicked it directly, causing its head to tilt sharply to the right.Davy Jones took this opportunity to retract his energy form, step onto the iron chain, and move to the top of the Skeleton Parrot's head. As the Skeleton Parrot straightened its head, Davy Jonesstood face-to-face with Satoru.The next second, both men attacked simultaneously.Davy Jones's Nether Fire flames transformed into claws and reached out to grab Satoru.Meanwhile, Satoru wrapped Vitality Energy around shelley's blade, swung the sword, and executed Divine Departure!
Chapter 758: Not a Guaranteed Death TrapDavy Jones's Netherflame Claw.Satoru chopped out with the Vitality Energy version of Divine Departure.The two men's moves collided.Flames exploded, and sword light scattered.After this single move, neither side gained an advantage. The massive energy burst shook the two ships, forcing them apart.Oh, this was actually good for Satoru... Satoru's hands were slightly numb.Davy Jones, looking at the wound on his palm, felt his anger level skyrocket. He was reminded of how, just before he first met Satoru, some bastard had slashed him with Vitality Energy, taking him several days to recover.Satoru also uses Vitality Energy; he must be related to that bastard!"You damned thieves!""I am a God!""I am the God of Death, Davy Jones!"Davy Jones was enraged, and his energy burst forth.Countless Skeleton Soldiers climbed out of the River Styx.The Skeleton Soldiers had no consciousness, acting like walking dead puppets. It was perfect for Davy Jones to place them in the Ethereal Void Realm.His own energy could also serve as a beacon guiding them out.The Skeleton Soldiers began climbing onto the going merry, their target naturally being Satoru on board."Damn it!"Satoru did not want to fight on the going merry, as it would damage the ship.He immediately sensed the Vitality Energy inside his body, gathered it in his palm, and slammed it down onto the going merry's deck.Instantly, a large amount of Vitality Energyenveloped the entire going merry.The Skeleton Soldiers who had climbed halfway up dropped their grip and fell back into the River Styx as if electrocuted.Seeing this, Davy Jones didn't get angry; instead, he laughed."Hohahaha!!""I want to see how much of that energy you still have!""You must have acquired this energy externally, right?!""Once it runs out! What will you use to fight me?!""Smash it!"Davy Jones gave the order.Countless Skeleton Soldiers gathered together, linking hands and feet, forming two enormous Skeleton Kings, who raised their arms and smashed down onto the going merry.The going merry was unharmed. Instead, every time they struck, the skeletons that touched the going merry would break apart and fall, but they quickly reformed and climbed back up.They continuously used a human wave... oh no, a Skeleton Sea tactic, to slowly wear down the Vitality Energy covering the going merry.As they wore it down, Satoru replenished it.But just as Davy Jones said, this energy was given to Satoru by the system, not something Satoruinherently possessed—and even inherently possessed energy would eventually run out.The energy was depleted; Satoru could no longer sense a single trace of Vitality Energy within his body.He had used most of it previously fighting the complete form of the Demon King in the Illusory World, and now wrapping the entire going merryshowed just how much he was using.His own energy was gone, and the remaining protective ability on the going merry would sooner or later be worn down by these mindless skeletons that only knew how to crash into it.Satoru panicked.He wasn't afraid that he couldn't handle the Skeleton Soldiers and Davy Jones without Vitality Energy; he was afraid that without the Vitality Energy protection, the going merry would be damaged!He had promised that the going merry would not be harmed.If he failed again this time, Satoru would feel guilty even if he survived.He absolutely would not allow the going merry to sacrifice itself for his survival again!..."Get lost!"Satoru stood at the very top of the flagpole, where there was only a tiny spot to stand, but he stood very steadily.He continuously swung his sword, deflecting the Skeleton King's fists.But Satoru had absolutely no way to deal with the Skeleton Soldiers constantly crashing up from beneath the River Styx, and he couldn't get down there himself.Flames burned from Davy Jones's seven orifices, and he breathed out Netherflame Inferno, attacking Satoru.Satoru clenched his left fist, instantly punching out. Space shattered, and the shockwave neutralized the netherflame."You're getting flustered, kid!""You actually get anxious!""Hohahaha""My minions, once that damned energy is gone, tear that junk ship apart!"Davy Jones had spotted Satoru's weakness: Satoru's concern for the going merry being damaged—that was his weakness.Even though destroying the going merry wouldn't inflict physical damage on Satoru, Davy Jones knew that the psychological damage it caused would be immense.Once a person has reservations, they are much easier to deal with."Damn it..."The tables had turned; it was Satoru's turn to curse.Satoru also had emotions and couldn't stay calm forever, but he knew he had to calm down now, or the going merry would be harmed again."Hoo... hoo... hoo..."After three deep breaths, Satoru calmed down considerably.He raised his flintlock pistol, but aimed it at the going merry's deck, firing five shots in succession, all five transforming into clones.The clones were also Satoru. Without the Main Body needing to speak, they began blocking the attacks from the Skeleton Soldiers, Skeleton King, and Davy Jones, giving the Main Body Satoru time to think of a countermeasure. "He can still clone?""Right, it is the Selene Fruit after all.""Disgusting thing!""But today, you won't escape death!"Davy Jones seemed to intensely dislike Satoru's Devil Fruit Ability. It appeared that his rise to become the Lord of the Underworld was tied to an unknown past.But no matter how loudly he cursed, the Clone Bai Yuns ignored him, focusing all their effort on resisting the attacks.Meanwhile, the Main Body Satoru tried his best to calm down and think of a strategy. This situation was absolutely not a guaranteed death trap."Alright, first, I'll brainwash myself: this is not a guaranteed death trap.""Then, I'll think of all possible countermeasures.""Fight Davy Jones head-on?""No, if I withdraw the Vitality Energy, the going merry will be damaged.""Speed up and shake off Davy Jones?""That won't work either. That Skeleton Parrot can fly, so our speed can't compare. Besides, countless skeletons are climbing up from under the River Styx and clinging to the going merry, slowing our speed.""What else, what else..."After much thought, sweat began to bead on Satoru's forehead. He couldn't think of a perfect plan that would allow him to escape while protecting the going merry from harm... "Bang!"With a bang, Davy Jones's fireball struck the going merry. The going merry was fine, but cracks appeared in the Vitality Energy covering its surface.Satoru noticed this detail.Naturally, Davy Jones couldn't miss it either."Hohahaha!!""That energy is about to give out!""Just wait for death! Montenos D. Bai Yun!"Davy Jones laughed loudly, acting as if victory was already in his grasp."Satoru..."The Ship Spirit also started worrying about Satoru.But the next sentence spoken by Davy Jones made Satoru realize a turning point."Kid, there's one question I don't understand.""If you tell me, I'll consider letting you die easily.""How did you trick the soul contract?!""The soul contract...""The soul contract!"Davy Jones alerted Satoru, who took out the soul contract from his pocket.He opened it; the signed name was still there.Davy Jones narrowed his eyes, confused. Why was he taking it out now?Satoru wasn't sure if it would work. He spread his hand, and his bracelet transformed into a pen. Satoru grasped the pen and crossed out "Montenos D." preceding his name on the contract!
Chapter 759: Soul DevourOriginally, the content of the soul contract between Satoru and Davy Jones was:If Satoru obtained the spider lily heart, he would have to sell it to Davy Jones for 1200 gold coins.If he didn't get it, he would still have to pay Davy Jones 200 gold coins for the "ticket" to the Sea of Spider Lilies and the usage fee for the soul contract.However, because Satoru signed a fake name, the contract was not effective, and his lie about not obtaining the spider lily heart deceived Davy Jones.But now, Satoru had crossed out the "Montenos D." in front of his name on the contract.It seemed to make no difference.Satoru had obtained the spider lily heart, but Davy Jones hadn't asked him if he had gotten it yet.Moreover, he could sell it to Davy Jones now.The contract didn't state when he obtained it, he must sell it to Davy Jones at that exact moment.It only said that if he obtained it, he must sell it to Davy Jones for 1200 gold coins, not a penny more, not a penny less.Therefore, this contract was still effective.The parties were still Satoru and Davy Jones.Davy Jones could now ask Satoru if he had obtained the spider lily heart, and this time, Satoru couldn't lie, because the name was truly his name.Davy Jones had made Satoru sign the soul contractprecisely to prevent him from lying.So, no change?No, no, no, the important point was that at that time... Davy Jones had accepted Satoru's 200 gold coins.The condition for accepting the 200 gold coins was that Satoru had not obtained the spider lily heart.But Satoru had obtained it, so Davy Jones couldn't accept it. Of course, if Satoru insisted on giving it, it would be fine.But the problem was, Davy Jones actively requested it and actively accepted it.Then this was... a violation.In other words, Davy Jones was tripped up by those mere 200 gold coins... After all that explanation, to put it simply, Davy Jones was in for a treat~After Satoru crossed out the four characters, "Montenos D."The contract remained effective, and since Davy Jones had accepted 200 gold coins, violating the contract's stipulations, a powerful energy instantly erupted from the contract.Soul Devour!!!Satoru held the contract and saw a black hole appear on it. Countless chains made of energy stretched out from the black hole, reaching towards Davy Jones.The countless chains rapidly grew larger in Davy Jones's eyes, quickly arriving before him."What!!!"Davy Jones cried out in alarm. The contract he signed with Satoru was certainly not the first contract he had ever signed.He knew what this meant.It meant he had violated the rules!!!"I bleep bleep bleep...""How could I possibly violate the rules!!"Davy Jones cried out in injustice.But it was useless; the chains had already bound him, pulling him back.Davy Jones unleashed all his strength to resist the soul contract.But after all, he had signed it himself, and in a prolonged battle with the soul contract, he would be the one to run out of energy in the end.As the saying goes, what goes around comes around. Now it was Davy Jones's turn to worry about energy."This is impossible!!!""Impossible!!!!"Even though he was bound by chains, Davy Jonesstill found it impossible!!"How did you do it?!""You can't directly make the soul contract display its energy!""And I didn't violate any rules!""So how did you do it!!!"Now it was Satoru's turn to smile. Satoru returned a smile, replying unhurriedly."Want to know?""Alright, first make these skeletons scram."Looking at Satoru's smug expression, Davy Jonesreally wanted to see him cry!!"Scram!""All of you, scram!!"Davy Jones vented his anger on the skeletons. After all their hard work for him, all they got was a command to scram.But they still scrambled, after all, they were just unconscious puppets... As Satoru wished, Davy Jones made the skeleton soldiers leave. His eyes were fixed on Satoru the whole time.He didn't understand why a certain death situation could be turned completely around by Satoru.Moreover, how could he possibly deceive the soul contract, and how could he directly use the power of the soul contract?Did you invent the soul contract or something!!??"Don't give me that look like you want to eat me.""Lord Death God."Satoru leaned down and sat, his bracelet transforming into a chair to support him.Satoru sat in the chair, crossing his legs. His right hand held the soul contract with two fingers pointing downwards, which didn't affect the soul contract's energy release. His left palm propped up his chin, looking at Davy Jones with a relaxed, comfortable, and smug expression.And the more comfortable Satoru was, the more awkward Davy Jones, bound by chains, appeared in contrast.Davy Jones couldn't take it anymore and shouted."Hurry up and tell me!!""I already said, don't rush, Lord Death God.""I have one more thing to ask of you. Do as I say, and I will definitely tell you."Davy Jones didn't hesitate and immediately replied."Speak.""You now sign another soul contract with me. The content of the contract is:Your condition is that you cannot continue to pursue me, and you cannot attack me after I die.And my condition is to dissolve this current contract that binds you.""How about it? Isn't this a win-win deal?""You!!"Even though Davy Jones was furious, he was still cornered. Preserving himself was more important than killing Satoru.A spatial rift opened in front of him, and a soul contract and a pen floated out.Davy Jones, being bound, used his energy to control the pen and write down the contract content."Wait."As he was writing, Satoru suddenly called out.Davy Jones looked over with displeasure.Satoru said, "That part about you not being able to attack me after I die, change it to: after I, and anyone I know, my family, friends, etc., die, you cannot attack them."Upon hearing this, Davy Jones replied through gritted teeth, "You!! You're pushing your luck!!""What, you don't agree?""Then I'll give you time to consider. We can take our time."Satoru was in a hurry, but he couldn't let Davy Jonessee that, so he could maintain the initiative.The scene fell silent for three seconds, and Davy Jones still chose to continue writing.After he finished writing, the soul contract flew to Satoru.Satoru placed the contract binding Davy Jones on the armrest of the chair, then caught the flying contract and read it carefully. The content was exactly as he had stated.Davy Jones had also signed his name.Hmm, not bad.Satoru nodded, then wrote his real name, Satoru, on the other side below. This contract was entirely in his favor, so there was no need to use a fake name
Chapter 760: The Invisible PassageDavy Jones was cornered. Under the threat of having his soul devoured and becoming an unconscious puppet controlled by Satoru, he naturally chose to sign the soul contract with the conditions Satoru proposed.The contract stipulated that Davy Jones could not continue to pursue Satoru, and after Satoru and his acquaintances died, Davy Jones could not lay a hand on them.What Satoru had to give in return was merely to release Davy Jones.A soul contract is signed by mutual agreement between both parties. If the contract judges one party to be in violation, the other party can choose to forgive them and terminate the soul devouring.However, no one has ever terminated one. After all, if things have reached the point of signing a soul contract, and the other party violates it, letting them go is clearly not a good decision.However, there are exceptions to everything. This time, for Satoru, it was a good thing and a good decision... "Is it okay now?"After Satoru signed his name, Davy Jones shouted.Satoru shifted his gaze from the contract to Davy Jones, smiling as he replied, "Of course it is.""Then listen carefully, Lord Death God."Satoru told Davy Jones his conjecture.It was about Davy Jones taking 200 gold coins, which caused him to be judged in violation.Davy Jones was stunned after hearing this, remaining silent.He hadn't expected to be defeated by a mere 200 gold coins. He had only wanted to ensure he wouldn't end up with nothing, trying to gain a small advantage, but he ended up harming himself.In the end, he was tricked by himself. Davy Joneshad no choice but to accept his fate. Fortunately, a new contract had been signed, and Satoru had to let him go.But Davy Jones still didn't understand one thing."Then how did you trick the soul contract? You clearly got the spider lily heart!!"Regarding Davy Jones's question, Satoru remained seated in his chair, legs crossed, not answering aloud. Instead, he turned the newly signed contract towards Davy Jones, showing it to him.Davy Jones's gaze widened, finally fixing on the soul contract. He saw that the name Satoru signed was not "Montenos D. Bai Yun," but simply "Satoru.""You!!!""This is impossible!! The name on a soul contractcannot be faked!!"Davy Jones shouted, Satoru's action was also a foul.Satoru was a bit surprised, "Oh, is there such a rule?""Perhaps my name in this world is indeed Montenos D. Bai Yun, so both names are not wrong, but to be effective on me, the name 'Satoru' must be used?""No matter what, heaven favors me."Satoru returned a smile, then folded the contract and put it away.Davy Jones, however, was startled by the words "this world." "What do you mean by that?!""What 'this world'?!"Satoru naturally wouldn't tell him, "Guess."Davy Jones was furious."Guess your grandma!!""Forget it, I don't care who you are. If you fake that contract again, I'll take you with me even if I die!!""Now, quickly release me!!"Davy Jones didn't believe that Satoru could still fake the newly signed soul contract, which bore the name Satoru!!Satoru didn't dally. He picked up a pen and wrote "reconciliation" on the contract that was controlling Davy Jones.The chains binding Davy Jones instantly retracted, and the contract flew up, gradually burning to ashes in the air... Davy Jones regained his freedom, looking at Satoru across the Styx River from a distance.Satoru still maintained that smile that he found so annoying, "The new contract is very good for me. Faking it is impossible, you can rest assured, Lord Death God."Davy Jones's face darkened. He was free now, and Satoru had done what he had to do. He now actually wished the contract was fake, so he could continue to attack, but he would most likely just be bound back by the chains if he attacked now."Well then, goodbye, Lord Death God."Satoru raised his hand and waved.Davy Jones responded, "Hmph, then I hope to see you again soon."This was a curse for Satoru to die early.Satoru didn't care, shrugging, "Who can say about that?""However, I know what can be decided. When we meet again, I will continue to participate in the gladiator games. At that time, don't be so stingy, Lord Death God."Having said all that could be said, Satoru jumped back to the crow's nest and lay down directly.The going merry sailed at full speed. Davy Joneswatched the ship's retreating figure. He couldn't pursue, so he could only stay where he was, and soon the ship's shadow disappeared.The more he thought about it, the angrier he got. Davy Jones repeatedly waved his hands, smashing countless fireballs at the Ethereal Void Realmbefore he felt a little better."Huff! Huff!!""No, no, do you think you have the victory in your grasp?""Without gold and silver coins! You won't find the entrance to the human world so easily!!""Just wander slowly on this Styx River!!"Davy Jones could only feel comfortable thinking this way.However, this was indeed a problem for Satoru... the Vitality Energy was not completely used up yet.There was still some left to guide Satoru. After getting rid of the troublesome Davy Jones, Satorufollowed the Vitality Energy forward, but after a period of advancement, the front still stretched endlessly.This was another question worth pondering."Is the path wrong?""Impossible, how could Vitality Energy deceive me?"Satoru began to think aloud. Time was running out, and he couldn't afford to delay any longer."Vitality Energy points to the path ahead, which proves that the path ahead is correct.""Or rather, it is indeed going forward, but not in this way?""Is there an invisible passage that I don't know about?"An invisible passage... Satoru recalled how he entered Hell.He plunged into the Hell Rift, first entering the Ethereal Void Realm, then guided by Vitality Energy, he left the Ethereal Void Realm and subsequently met Jason's team of departed souls.He followed them to the waterfall, and then they all fell down from the waterfall.Satoru remembered that when he fell, he felt a green light shining.Moreover, he clearly fell down, but when he came out, he was going up.That's right, coming out of the water means going up, but Satoru was conscious then. He knew he didn't turn around and swim up; instead, the moment he fell, it was as if everything flipped upside down, and he directly broke through the water from bottom to top!
Chapter 761: The Gate of ResurrectionSatoru had been unable to find the way out of the Underworld; the guidance of the Vitality Energywas simply to keep moving forward.Satoru realized this couldn't continue and began to think of a solution, recalling how he had entered Hell and found Yathelaka.At the waterfall, Satoru discovered the key to the problem!!...Satoru discovered that at the waterfall, they fell downwards, but when they came up, they were moving upwards.Of course, normally when falling into water, one would immediately turn around and float to the surface.But what Satoru noticed was that he didn't make a turning motion; instead, after falling and hitting the water's surface, he seemed to flip upside down and came straight out of the water, without ever having turned his body over from start to finish.This strange point sent Satoru into deep thought."Flip upside down...""Green light flashing...""...""Could it be!!"A flash of inspiration struck Satoru as he thought of a strategy that a famous pirate had once used.Flip upside down, the world transforms!"going merry.""Yes, I'm here. Have you thought of a way, Satoru?"The Ship Spirit came to Satoru's side once again.Satoru nodded, "I've thought of something, but I can't be one hundred percent sure if it's correct.""I need to take a risk."The Ship Spirit nodded, "I understand. Just go ahead and do what you need to, Satoru. I believe in you."Satoru was deeply moved by these words."Thank you, Merry."..."Alright, then let's give it a try!""Flip it upside down!!"Obviously, Satoru's weight alone, even if he ran back and forth a hundred times, wouldn't be enough to tilt the going merry into a flip.But the bracelet has the Light-Heavy Fruit!In the Moon God Form, Satoru himself can use all the devil fruit abilities replicated by the bracelet.Remember during the Marineford War, after Satoru's devil fruit awakened, he used his arm to use the Dark-Dark Fruit's Black Hole Vortex to suck in that Nine-Tailed Fox, but the suction was ultimately inferior to Blackbeard's, allowing the Nine-Tailed Fox to be saved by Blackbeard.Also, after Satoru obtained Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit, one of the six prisms on his wrist bracelet reflected the appearance of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, which was the sign of permanent replication.To explain a bit here, after Satoru's Devil Fruit Ability awakened, all six prisms of the bracelet gained the ability for permanent replication.And the six pieces represent that the bracelet can replicate six devil fruit abilities.This represents a kind of evolutionary awakening.Previously, the abilities replicated by the bracelet were permanent, but they could only be used through the bracelet itself.But after the awakening, Satoru himself can use them directly by entering the Moon God Form, though there is a limitation: it's restricted to being used only by his right hand where the bracelet is located.Since the six prisms represent six abilities, for Satoruto permanently replicate the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, he naturally had to remove one of the previously replicated devil fruit abilities.The six devil fruit abilities Satoru had previously replicated with the bracelet were: the Bomb-Bomb Fruit, the Light-Heavy Fruit, the Human-Human Fruit, the Mera Mera no Mi, the Flower-Flower Fruit, and the Dark-Dark Fruit.Of these six, the one Satoru discarded was... the Bomb-Bomb Fruit.This was also why the bullets didn't explode just now when Satoru used Mirror Flower Water Moonto create a hail of bullets to attack Davy Jones... After all that explanation, it's just to say that the replication abilities of the six prisms on Satoru's bracelet are now:Tremor-Tremor Fruit (Permanent, use at will).The other five: Light-Heavy Fruit, Human-Human Fruit, Mera Mera no Mi, Flower-Flower Fruit, and Dark-Dark Fruit. (These five are used by the bracelet in its gun form in normal state, and can be used by the right hand in Moon God Form).And for what Satoru needs to do now—making the going merry "capsize"—which one would obviously be effective?The Light-Heavy Fruit, of course.Satoru instantly entered the Moon God Form.Although only his right arm could use the Light-Heavy Fruit, it was enough. With Satoru's current strength, lifting an arm weighing ten thousand catties was nothing.Just the half-house Zoro lifted when fighting Mr. 1 in Alabasta was more than ten thousand catties—it was 5 tons.Just like that.Satoru started from the left side of the ship, ran to the right, instantly used the Light-Heavy Fruit to increase the weight and press it down, then deactivated it, ran back to the left, and upon reaching the end, used the Light-Heavy Fruit to press it down again.After a few back-and-forths, by the time he reached the right position, the going merry was already tilted at 90 degrees.Satoru slid down, reached out to grab the edge of the ship, and while in an upside-down position, used the Light-Heavy Fruit ability again. His arm weighed ten thousand catties, and with one push, he completely pressed the already 90-degree tilted going merry beneath the water's surface.A complete capsize!!...Through Satoru's efforts, the going merrycapsized.This "capsize" wasn't in a negative sense.The going merry flipped upside down, green light flashed, and the entire world flipped along with it.Only during the moment of tilting was there a feeling of entering the Ethereal Void Realm.Once the entire going merry had flipped over, just as Satoru said, after the flip it wasn't a fall; instead, the River Styx was like a line, and Satoru and the going merry had flipped from above the line to below it.But at the same time as the flip, the entire line also reversed direction; what they had flipped to—the bottom—also became the top.You understand now, right?...Satoru looked up; right in front of him was that waterfall, and he and the going merry were now on the surface of the lake below the waterfall."I think we've succeeded,"Satoru said.The Ship Spirit was puzzled, but he was happy for Satoru, "That's wonderful then."Satoru looked around; there were no other paths, "Do we have to go up the waterfall into that cave?""It seems so; there are no other paths."The Ship Spirit followed up on Satoru's words."Then how do we get up there?"Satoru blurted out.The Ship Spirit smiled, "I can fly, Satoru.""But..."The Ship Spirit understood the concept of the River Styx; if he controlled the going merry to fly up, they would enter the Ethereal Void Realm once again.Satoru nodded, "This River Styx really is strange.""But it's fine. We have the Vitality Energy guiding us, so even if we enter the Ethereal Void Realm, we can still take the right path.""Then I'll control the going merry to fly up."Said the Ship Spirit."Okay, I'm counting on you, Merry."The Ship Spirit returned the smile, and Satoru could feel the entire going merry floating up. This was a basic ability of a styx ferry boat, just like the flying dutchman.However, that feeling disappeared after the going merry had completely left the River Styx.This meant that Satoru and the going merry had entered the Ethereal Void Realm again.And as Satoru said, there was no need to worry, as they had the guidance of the Vitality Energy.The Ship Spirit controlled the going merry to fly following the guidance of the Vitality Energy, sending Satoru toward his resurrection... This time, after the going merry had flown for a while, a vast white light appeared in the distance, seemingly a door.Satoru knew that was his Gate of Resurrection, the door leading to the Human World."Do you see it, Satoru? That's the destination.""I can only take you this far."The Ship Spirit was very happy for Satoru."I see it.""This also means we have to part ways again, going merry."Satoru felt a bit sentimental.But the going merry expressed:"I'm already very happy to have been able to meet again.""Besides, haven't I always been around? I can feel that everyone remembers me in their hearts."Satoru came to the bow of the ship."Yes, everyone will remember you forever, going merry."The Ship Spirit gave him a gentle push."Go, Satoru.""Everyone is waiting for you."Tears fell from the corners of his eyes as Satorunodded, saying goodbye once more."Goodbye, going merry."Then he stepped out and jumped, leaping into that white light!
Chapter 762: Two Years LaterTwo years have passed since the Marineford Warbetween Marineford, the Seven Warlords of the Sea, and the Whitebeard Pirates.Now, the time has come for the Straw Hat Pirates' promised two-year reunion.Everyone is gradually arriving at the Sabaody Archipelago, waiting for the reunion to begin.As it happens, the Sabaody Archipelago is quite lively right now.The "Straw Hat Pirates," led by Straw Hat Luffy, are distributing flyers on the Sabaody Archipelago to recruit soldiers, preparing to advance into the New World and achieve great things....The Sabaody Archipelago is very lively at this moment, with some of the new generation of pirates from the past two years gathering here to defect to the "Straw Hat Pirates."Furthermore, the Soul King Brook, who has become a world-class musician and exploded in popularity in the music industry over the past two years, will hold a concert in District 33—at the Sabaody Park concert venue, the [Sabaody Dome].Sanji, being the seventh to arrive, has also come ashore. The moment he sees a real woman, he feels like he has come back to life. Two years—he made it through!!In a tavern.A beautiful, long-orange-haired woman, wearing long jeans on her lower half but only a bikini top on her upper half, is drinking in the tavern.Such an open, trendy style, and with that orange hair—it is naturally Nami. Nami was the third to arrive on the island; finding it boring to sit around, she went out to shop and drink.She hears from the tavern owner that since the new Marine Fleet Admiral took office, the location of Marineford has been swapped with the G1 Branch, which is located in the New World across the Red Line.Because of this, the Marines' deterrent power has decreased, allowing the lawless zones of the Sabaody Archipelago to expand further.Nami taps her fingers against the rim of her glass. "No wonder this island is even more chaotic than it was two years ago."No sooner had Nami finished her musing than a gunshot rang out in the center of the tavern.As it happens, her Captain, the boss of the "Straw Hat Pirates," "Straw Hat Luffy," is right there. That gunshot was him shooting at someone who wanted to join the crew.Because the condition for joining is a bounty of at least 80 million.The person who approached only had a 50 million bounty.Then they chat about this and that, such as who they have already recruited.And when a self-righteous man sees a woman, his first thought is to want her."Straw Hat Luffy" invites Nami over for a drink.Nami had been listening from start to finish. Aside from cursing the woman posing as her for being ugly, she didn't say anything. In fact, she hoped this group of fakes would attract most of the attention so that their reunion would have fewer surprises."No thanks, I'm waiting for a man."Nami refused.The others in the tavern were incredibly shocked and terrified inside. She refused!! That is Straw Hat Luffy, after all.For some reason, the phrase "That is Straw Hat Luffy, after all" sounds funny.When a man—I mean a blindly confident man, especially a pirate imposter—can't get a woman, he naturally resorts to pestering and threats."I said no.""You have no right to drink with me, you... [straw hat] wannabe."Nami's acting is quite good.Hearing this, Fake Luffy gets up with his gun.Fake Nami pulls a stunt of an imposter meeting the real deal, also approaching Nami with a gun."I'll give you two choices: either agree to our Captain's offer, or die.""By the way, let me tell you, I'm a pirate too, named [Thief Cat] Nami, so don't underestimate me!!"Nami ignores her, but a sound comes from behind."Pop Green: Devil!!"A huge plant resembling a Venus flytrap appears, snapping its jaws shut around Fake Nami, while the remaining vines bind Fake Luffy and the others.Usopp was the fourth to arrive at the Sabaody Archipelago. He walks up to Nami. "So, can I have a drink with you, miss?"He then lifts his hat with his finger. He's quite smooth.Two years later, Usopp has replaced his original bandana with a fisherman's hat and earmuffs, wears loose yellow overalls, is shirtless, and has goggles hanging around his neck."Ah! Long time no see!! Usopp, you've gotten sturdy!!"Nami happily gives Usopp a face-smothering hug.It's a good thing it wasn't Sanji, otherwise he would have flown into space from the impact of his nosebleed."Ugh!! Come to think of it, you've become even more voluptuous.""Was that plant your doing?""Of course. I haven't been staring blankly at the sea for the past two years. I have now graduated from the weakling trio with you and Chopper.""No matter what happens, I will be fearless!! I have become that kind of [warrior]!!"That's what he says, but when the fake Sniper Kingpops out from the plant's leaves, he is immediately startled."This is your doing, right!!""What!! Sniper King!! How is this possible!!""Kid, don't you dare run away if you have the guts!!""Luffy?!?""You've gotten fat!!""What about Satoru? Has he been resurrected?!?"Nami is truly speechless. They can even get that wrong? Where is their standard for recognizing people?!"Ignore them, Usopp, let's go to another place!!""Hey, but!!"Nami grabs Usopp and runs outside.After they leave the tavern, black bubbles gather on the tavern roof, turning into thunderclouds. In an instant, lightning strikes.Outside, Nami remarks, "That's why I said I've learned new techniques."Usopp watches this move. "For real? You can learn this on Sky Island!""Why would I lie to you.""However, speaking of which, you mentioned Satoruearlier. It's true that we don't know if he has been resurrected. Luffy has been keeping his body safe for the past two years."Satoru: Thanks for your concern, I'm still just lying here....Speaking of Luffy and Satoru, let's shift the scene to them.At this moment, Luffy is wearing a coat and hat, carrying a huge, stuffed bag while walking on the road in District 47. He is also pulling a rope in his hand. If you look closely, he is pulling a cart behind him, and the items on the cart are covered by a floral cloth.The thing covered is none other than the ice coffin where Satoru is lying. He couldn't carry the ice coffin if he carried the bag, so Hancock thought of a perfect solution for Luffy and gave him this cart