Chapter 155: Intoxicating Exclusive Treasure
The night breeze carried the scent of the sea, gently brushing past the deck of the Moby Dick.
Ian sat cross-legged on the deck, his eyes closed, his mind sinking into the depths of his consciousness.
Within his spiritual sea, the golden card floated quietly, its surface shimmering with a faint halo.
He carefully sensed the power within the card, feeling the surging energy contained within.
A long time passed before Ian slowly opened his eyes, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his gaze.
"It's done."
He murmured softly, raising his hand, and a golden card materialized in his palm.
This was a card he had just created, one that could store a portion of his power.
If he encountered an enemy he couldn't defeat, he could instantly activate this card, releasing the power stored within.
"It's a pity that the power stored is limited; it can only be used once."
Ian shook his head with some regret.
But even so, this card was already quite precious.
After all, it was a life-saving trump card he had personally created.
"Captain, what are you doing?"
A voice suddenly came from behind.
Ian turned his head and saw Ace walking over, holding two bottles of wine.
"Nothing, just testing a new ability."
Ian smiled, put away the card, and took the wine bottle Ace handed him.
"Come on, let's have a drink."
Ace sat down beside Ian, took a big swig of his wine, and let out a satisfied sigh.
"Captain, I heard you're going to the Holy Land Mary Geoise?"
Ace suddenly asked.
Ian was slightly startled, then nodded.
"Yeah, there's something I need to take care of."
"Need me to come along?"
Ace asked with concern.
"No need, I can handle it myself."
Ian shook his head, then looked at Ace and said seriously, "You stay on the ship and keep an eye on things. Lately, the movements of the Blackbeard Pirates have been a bit unusual."
"Blackbeard Pirates?"
Ace frowned, a hint of killing intent flashing in his eyes.
"That bastard Teach, I'll definitely make him pay."
"Don't act rashly."
Ian patted Ace on the shoulder and said calmly, "That guy isn't simple. We need to plan carefully."
"I understand."
Ace took a deep breath, suppressing the anger in his heart.
"By the way, Captain, I heard that the Revolutionary Army has been making a lot of moves lately."
Ace changed the subject.
"Oh? What's going on?"
Ian asked with interest.
"It's said that they've been secretly gathering power in several countries, seemingly preparing for a big operation."
Ace said gravely.
"The Revolutionary Army..."
Ian narrowed his eyes, lost in thought.
This organization had always been a thorn in the side of the World Government, and their leader, Dragon, was a formidable figure.
"Let them be. As long as they don't mess with us, we don't need to bother with them."
Ian said lightly.
"That's true."
Ace nodded, then suddenly remembered something and said, "By the way, Captain, I heard that the Straw Hat Pirates have arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago."
"Oh? That kid's already there?"
Ian raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smile tugging at the corner of his mouth.
"Yeah, I heard they caused quite a stir there."
Ace said with a smile.
"That kid has always been like that."
Ian shook his head with a hint of helplessness.
"Captain, do you think he can become the Pirate King?"
Ace suddenly asked seriously.
Ian was silent for a moment, then said slowly, "That kid has the potential, but the road ahead won't be easy."
"I believe he can do it."
Ace said firmly, a look of trust flashing in his eyes.
"Alright, let's not talk about that. Come on, let's drink."
Ian raised his wine bottle and clinked it with Ace's.
The two drank and chatted, enjoying the rare moment of peace.
Suddenly, Ian's expression shifted slightly, and he looked up toward the distant sea.
"What's wrong, Captain?"
Ace asked, puzzled.
"Nothing, just felt a familiar aura."
Ian said thoughtfully.
"Familiar aura?"
Ace looked in the direction Ian was gazing, but saw nothing unusual.
"Forget it, maybe I'm overthinking it."
Ian shook his head and withdrew his gaze.
But deep down, he knew that the aura just now was definitely not an illusion.
It was the aura of a Devil Fruit, and a very powerful one at that.
"Looks like this sea is about to get lively again."
Ian muttered to himself, a meaningful smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
Ace looked at Ian's expression and couldn't help but shiver.
He knew that whenever the captain showed that smile, it meant someone was about to be in trouble.
"May the unlucky guy have good luck."
Ace silently prayed for the unknown poor soul in his heart.
The night deepened, the moonlight sprinkled on the sea, and the waves shimmered with silver light.
Ian stood at the bow, gazing into the distance, his thoughts drifting far away.
The upcoming trip to the Holy Land Mary Geoise was bound to be anything but peaceful.
But he was ready.
No matter what dangers lay ahead, he would face them head-on.
Because he was Ian, the captain of the Dragon Hunter Pirates.
And he had the power to protect everything he cherished.
"Come on, let me see what surprises this world has in store for me."
Ian murmured softly, a resolute light flashing in his eyes.
The sea breeze picked up, billowing his cloak.
In the distance, the first light of dawn began to appear on the horizon.
A new day was about to begin.
And a new chapter was about to unfold.