One Piece: Nobody knows Devil Fruits better than me.

Chapter 128, codenamed 'Sheep', refers to myself!

Looking at the uncle who was holding a katana that resembled a cane in a reverse grip, the ram-headed mask just smiled and shrugged.

"Oh dear, this is really—I just wanted to ask for directions, please don't be so nervous."

As he spoke, a subtle undertone was evident in his words and in his eyes beneath the mask.

Clearly, he recognized the other person.

That iconic appearance, that iconic ability.

And at this moment, the voice of the Fruit Encyclopedia is ringing in his ears.

[The user of the fruit, 'Ichisho', has been found to have taken it.]

[The Devil Fruit has been confirmed as the 'Paramecia-type, Gravity-Gravity Fruit', and is currently being analyzed and stored in the 'Devil Fruit Encyclopedia'.]

[Devil Fruit Ability - Can manipulate nearby gravity]

[Effects at Each Level]

[LV3: Gain access to all Devil Fruit effects. You can manipulate the strength and direction of gravity in the vicinity, causing objects and creatures to fall faster or float in zero gravity. The amount of stamina consumed varies depending on the magnitude of gravity's influence. 19 billion Berries are required to unlock.]

[LV4: Deep Fruit Development. Allows you to attach gravity to weapons or objects to enhance their attack capabilities. You can also manipulate gravity to create 'attraction' and 'repulsion' to deal with various attacks and situations. Requires 38 billion Berries to unlock.]

[LV5: Fruit Awakening - Gravity Earth, this ability can significantly influence the surrounding environment, swapping gravity within an area, even pulling down meteorites from the sky or creating bottomless craters. Requires 127 billion Berries to permanently unlock.]

[Analysis progress: 0%]

Yes—the fruit the other party consumed was also one of the Paramecia-type Devil Fruits, 'Gravity-Gravity Fruit', which, in terms of theoretical potential, is almost the highest among all pirates.

And what the opponent held in his hand was one of the twelve strongest swords on this sea, the Supreme Grade Sword 'Gambler's Line'.

He is a future naval admiral, Fujitora chuckled.

"This is not okay."

But at this moment, the future admiral clearly did not trust him: "I am not one to treat guests rudely, nor do I usually like to meddle in other people's business, but..."

As he spoke, his voice became noticeably stern.

"The mask you're wearing has been causing quite a stir at sea lately."

As he said this, he clearly gripped the knife tightly in his hand.

"Sir, you are a member of the 'Twelve Zodiacs', aren't you?"

"Ah, yes."

Upon hearing this, the ram-headed mask did not deny it.

He simply brushed the dust off his white clothes and said, "I have been valued by the leader and have been reluctantly appointed as one of the highest-ranking officials of the Twelve Constellations."

Even as he spoke, his voice remained gentle beneath the mask.

"The one codenamed 'Sheep' is myself."

"That's right."

Upon hearing this, Yixiao's voice became even more solemn: "You recently caused quite a stir in the Sabaody Archipelago, kidnapping a World Noble and even breaking through a powerful criminal organization on the Red Line. I can't pretend I didn't see someone like you appearing on this island."

Well, it's not hard to imagine.

Although the Zodiac is not a pirate, in the reports of the World Government and the World Economic News Agency, they are certainly not portrayed in a positive light—at least, the words 'criminal organization' are inescapable.

"I swore an oath to protect the people on the island until the very last moment."

As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly swung his knife at the girl beside him.

The next moment, a repulsive force suddenly threw the girl a distance, but it was strong enough to keep her from getting hurt and she landed safely.

At the same time, the bag that Yixiao was carrying on his left shoulder flew into the girl's hands, and some things spilled out—food, water, and some medicine.

His meaning was quite clear—if war were to break out, he wanted the girl to stay as far away from the battlefield as possible.

"That's a bit puzzling."

When Wei Yang saw this, he shook his head.

"If my information is correct and my eyes are not mistaken—your current stance seems rather strange."

As he spoke, he pointed to Yixiao's standard military uniform and the insignia on it.

"Is that the badge you're wearing the insignia of the Adi Kingdom's Guard?"

He spoke softly, and the meaning behind his words was quite clear.

The Kingdom of Adi is the source of the island's tragedy and an accomplice of the Celestial Dragons.

Yi Xiao was wearing the uniform of the Adi Kingdom Guard, so his identity was self-evident—no matter how you looked at it, his current stance was obviously very strange.

Of course, that's what I asked.

But Wei Yang already had some guesses in his heart.

"."

Upon hearing Wei Yang's poignant words, he smiled and remained silent for a moment: "This body is not what I wanted; I only took this position because of gratitude. Once I have repaid the debt and have no more attachments, I will tear it off."

"But protecting the people on the island is what I truly desire—"

As he spoke, his domineering aura was already surging.

"Therefore, please leave."

But it is precisely at this moment
"Wait, Uncle Yixiao!"

The girl in the distance finally spoke.

Upon hearing her voice, Wei Yang, who was standing nearby, was also somewhat taken aback.

This girl was not only physically disabled, but her voice was also extremely hoarse, as if her vocal cords had been deliberately torn apart, making it very difficult for her to speak.

But at this moment, she still struggled to stand up, leaning on her wooden cane: "You mean he kidnapped a Celestial Dragon?"

There seemed to be a hint of expectation in her words. Then, without waiting for a reply from Yixiao, she looked at Weiyang and asked, "You just said you were looking for someone named Keli?"

"Exactly."

Wei Yang nodded: "In fact, the incident caused by my colleague this time is related to this Miss Keli. The Celestial Dragon named 'Saint Ambocam' that he took away is an insider."

At this point, he raised his hand and shook it: "By the way, the word 'kidnapping' is not accurate—we just wanted to get some information out of him, we didn't ask for any ransom or anything like that."

Upon hearing the name Ambokam Saint, the girl's expression became extremely excited.

Her whole body trembled uncontrollably, her face and even her single eye turned crimson: "Saint Ambocam"

She almost gritted her teeth: "How is he?"

"Dead—or rather, 'scattered'."

Upon seeing her reaction, Wei Yang immediately realized the truth: "It seems I'm quite lucky—young lady, you must be Miss Ke Li, right?"

Upon hearing this, Yixiao, who was standing to the side, naturally stopped his fighting stance.

Especially after hearing the name of that Celestial Dragon and the news of his death.

The future admiral's expression turned solemn, and a strange sense of pleasure and respect inexplicably appeared on his face.

"...I...I am."

Upon hearing Wei Yang's question, Ke Li was also taken aback.

Then, she nodded slightly.

For the first time, her face, which had remained strong and unmoved since arriving on the plague island, was etched with an almost uncontrollable tension and anticipation.

Yes.

Although she was on the plague island, she had almost no way of knowing anything about the outside world.

Although Yixiao would send them some supplies every week, that was all; naturally, she wouldn't send newspapers or anything like that.

She had never heard of the 'twelve constellations' either.

However, she wasn't stupid; at least she understood one thing—that the other party must be an extremely powerful organization.

There must be a reason why such an organization killed a Celestial Dragon for her sake, and even supposedly breached the Red Line.

The reason was something Ke Li almost dared not imagine—it was a possibility that was too beautiful, too dreamlike, to be real.

However, she couldn't stop herself from thinking about it.

For those who have been trapped in darkness for too long, even a faint ray of light can fill them with immense anticipation.

Even if the light is accompanied by scorching fire, they will still pursue it despite the risk of burns.

Fortunately, the man named 'Wei Yang' before us brought not scorching fire, but true light.

"Miss Ke Li."

His voice also seemed to soften.

He took something out of his pocket.

It was a doll.

The dolls were far from exquisite; in fact, they were worn out. You could only vaguely make out that they were a brother and sister, one big and one small, a boy and a girl.

"."

But upon seeing it, Ke Li almost felt as if she could stop breathing.

Because she will never forget it—it was a gift her brother had given her in the past.

“I made this myself, Collie.”

In that small fishing village, a boy named Alan couldn't afford to give his younger sister a very elaborate doll.

"No matter where you go in the future, it will stay by your side and protect you!"

"Really? Alan? If I get kidnapped by bad guys, will you come to save me?"

"Of course, you're my sister!"

"What if bad people are really scary?"

“Then I will become terrifying—even if I die a hundred times, I will find you again.”

All he could offer was a promise and love.

That is also the reason why the girl named Keli has been able to persevere until today.

She couldn't take the doll with her, but she trusted her brother.

And now the facts prove it.

Her belief was answered.

“Your brother Alan has sent me to take you home.”

The voice of Wei Yang faded away.

The girl in front of him burst into tears.

And amidst the weeping.

"Click."

With a smile, the blade in Yixiao's hand slowly returned to its sheath.

He raised his head and looked toward the sky.

He was blind, yet he knew that the sky over Plague Island was always dark and gloomy.

But why does his eyes seem to feel warm all day today?
"What a wonderful day!"

(End of this chapter)