Chapter 15: Chapter: XV
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Narrator: Shiraga remains determined on his adventure, striving for immortality and unmatched strength. Though his goals seem far, he presses forward, facing challenges, gaining knowledge, and growing stronger.
The path is long, but he stays committed, knowing the journey itself was valuable. With patience and unwavering belief, he pursues his destiny of becoming immortal and the strongest.
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Shiraga lay on his bed, his gaze fixed on a white ring resting between his fingers. The ring was smooth and pristine, its color a pure white. Intricately engraved on its surface were glowing blue vein lines, adding a touch of enchantment to its appearance.
Shiraga gazed at the ring for a while, until a wave of exhaustion washed over him. His eyelids grew heavy, and his mind drifted to sleep.
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Shiraga's smile of anticipation slowly faded, replaced by a skeptical expression as he looked at the box. "What's inside?" he asked, his tone tinged with caution.
Judge's smug look softened slightly as he sensed Shiraga's hesitation. He took a moment to assess his response before answering. "It's a new prototype technology that the Germa Kingdom has been developing," he explained, " I call it Raid tech, but it's still in its experimental stages."
Shiraga's brows furrowed, his eyes narrowing as he listened attentively.
' Does that mean he's working on the raid suit? About time,' Shiraga thought. Shiraga only stayed in the Germa Kingdom with the sole purpose of getting his raid suit. These suits provided a significant boost to all stats and came with unique special abilities.
' But the only problem is that you need to use a can to wear the suit, ' Shiraga thought. ' That's one of my concerns with the suit – relying on a canister feels troublesome. It would be more convenient to have a smaller, wearable accessory instead. A ring, necklace, or even a bracelet would be preferable. That way, I wouldn't have to worry about losing the can or carrying it around all the time. '
' I'll talk to Judge about that later, ' Shiraga thought, ' But since he hasn't told me about the raid suit yet, I assume it's still in development. It would be strange for me to already know about it, and he might start questioning me. '
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"What does this Raid tech do?" Shiraga said. It would be wiser to understand the potential risks and benefits before wearing it.
Judge's expression softened. "The Raid tech is designed to enhance your special ability," he explained, choosing his words carefully. "However, it's still a work in progress, and we need to be mindful of its limitations and potential risks."
"So, what's inside? " Shiraga curiosity piqued.
Judge's smirk widened as he carefully lifted the lid of the box, exposing its mysterious contents to Shiraga's eager gaze. A breathless anticipation filled the room as Shiraga's eyes locked onto the object nestled inside
Intrigued, Shiraga reached out and gently took hold of the ring, feeling its smooth texture in his hand. The glow emanating from the blue vines.
"It's custom made," Rubbing his finger below his nose with a smug expression, Judge continued. "I created it using the blood of a frost giant. Inside the ring, there's a reservoir of frost giant blood that will be injected into your body whenever you wear it. Since you already have some frost giant blood in you, it should significantly enhance your ice abilities."
"Wait, Frost giants? Are they really a thing?" Shiraga asked, his face filled with shock. While he knew dragons, Yetis, giants, and skypians are in the world of One Piece, the mention of Frost giants caught him off guard.
Judge nodded, acknowledging Shiraga's surprise. "Yes, Frost giants exist in this vast world. They are among the many extraordinary beings that dwell in the grand line. "
" Had to ask that Vegapunk bastard for a favor," Judge muttered, irritation evident in his voice, as he absentmindedly rubbed his finger through his beard.
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"Vegapunk?" Shiraga raised a brow. " What do you owe him? "
Judge let out a sigh, his frustration apparent. "It's a complicated matter," he replied, his tone tinged with a hint of annoyance. "I needed his expertise to obtain the necessary components for the ring and ensure its functionality. Let's just say he's not the most accommodating person to deal with."
"Well, at least we have the ring now," Shiraga laid back into the couch. Letting out a soft yawn.
Judge smirked, his annoyance dissipating. "Indeed, despite the problems, it was worth the effort. With this ring, your going to become a powerful king in the future. "
Shiraga's smile stretched from ear to ear, "I know. "
"Well, I'm quite busy at the moment. I'm making preparations for events that will take place in a few months. I'll fill you in on the details during our meeting tomorrow." Judge explained, dismissing Shiraga's excitement.
"Wait, a meeting?" Shiraga eyes sunk as he seemed board.
"Ah, I forgot to mention it earlier. Tomorrow, we are gathering for a meeting to discuss our preparations for the upcoming war on Momoiro kingdom."
Shiraga's interest piqued, "Attack on Momoiro? That sounds fun. Count me in,"
Judge nodded. "Good. We'll discuss the details tomorrow. "
"Alright, see you later, " Shiraga said. He carefully placed the ring back into its box and closed the lid. Leaving Judge's office behind, he made his way to his own room, feeling a bit tired.
Entering his room Shiraga's training began to weigh on him. He kicked off his shoes and lay down on his bed. With a heavy sigh, he closed his eyes, allowing the weariness to wash over him.
Shiraga laid there staring up at the ceiling. "Well, I'm probably around 0.15% of the way to my goal, everything seems to be playing out smoothly. In about two months, we'll launch our attack on Momoiro kingdom, and that's when Sanji will make his escape. After that, my focus will shift towards my training and finding Law,"
He closed his eyes and allowed sleep to overtake him. With a deep breath, he welcomed the rest.
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To Be continued...
With each passing day, his plan was coming together, inching him closer to his ultimate objectives.
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