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Afterwards, Lin Yi led Eagle Eye and the other two to a relatively flat and open area. With a gentle wave of his hands, a strange light flashed, and the companions who had been teleported to the Divine Might Space appeared before them.

Lin Yi's Divine Might Space was a hidden world inside, cleverly divided into several areas, so Philina and the others did not encounter Drought Jack and his group in the Divine Might Space.

Suddenly teleported back to the small garden, Da Pan and the others were stunned at first, completely unaware of what had happened. But when their gaze fell on the smiling figure standing not far away, their faces instantly lit up with surprise and excitement.

Seeing Lin Yi appear unharmed before them, Da Pan and the others were overwhelmed with excitement, shouting at the top of their lungs. After surviving a harrowing life-or-death ordeal, to see Lin Yi again was an incredible feeling!

At that moment, Felina flew into Lin Yi's arms like a fawn, her voice choked with sobs as she cried, "Brother Lin Yi, they almost killed my sister just now..."

The memory of witnessing Fiona being struck mercilessly by Grimm's pillar of hellfire still tore at Felina's heart. That profound despair nearly consumed her; had she not seen Fiona teleported away unharmed at the last moment, she probably would have wept uncontrollably, her heart breaking.

Hearing Felina's words, Lin Yi felt a surge of pity. He gently patted Felina's head and softly comforted her, "Alright, don't cry. It's all in the past now. As long as I'm here, how could anything happen to you?"

After crying for a while in Lin Yi's warm embrace, Felina gradually stopped sobbing. However, perhaps realizing that her behavior was somewhat inappropriate, her face flushed slightly. So, she shyly pulled away from Lin Yi's embrace, looked up, and met the teasing gazes of the crowd. Felina was instantly overwhelmed with shame and, like an ostrich, buried her face in Fiona's back, refusing to show herself again.

Lin Yi slowly turned his gaze to his companions beside him. They were covered in wounds of all sizes, and their clothes were torn to shreds. They looked quite disheveled.

However, upon closer observation, he was pleasantly surprised to find that although everyone looked exhausted, the aura emanating from them was incredibly refined, especially their eyes, which shone like stars in the night sky.

Lin Yi was secretly delighted. It seemed that everyone had made great progress in this battle! Even Kerry, who was the weakest, was now exuding a much stronger and more powerful aura than before.

"It seems everyone has gotten much stronger," Lin Yi said with a pleased smile.

Upon hearing this, Da Pan patted his chest, which was as hard as steel, with an undisguised look of pride on his face, and shouted loudly, "Hehe, boss, in my opinion, Brother Dongli and Brother Brogy are probably no longer my match!"

Upon hearing this, Donli and Brogy, who were standing not far away, immediately turned pale with anger and were so angry that they almost rushed forward to have a good fight with Da Pan.

Seeing this, Lin Yi was both amused and annoyed. He stepped forward, gently punched Da Pan's broad chest, and jokingly scolded him, "You brat, you've only just made some progress and you're already getting cocky! Let me tell you, next time you run into that person, you absolutely can't be beaten so badly like you were today!"

Upon hearing this, Da Pan quickly stopped his playful smile and nodded seriously, replying, "Don't worry, brother, next time I run into that guy, I'll definitely beat him to a pulp!"

"Haha, to celebrate our glorious victory once again, let's hold a grand and lavish banquet together!" Lin Yi shouted with a broad smile, his joy overflowing.

Upon hearing this, everyone was excited and echoed the sentiment. After a fierce battle, although they were all injured to varying degrees, thanks to Lin Yi's healing medicine, most of their wounds had healed, and they were in good physical condition. This would not affect their ability to drink and celebrate to their heart's content.

Just as everyone was immersed in the joyful atmosphere of the upcoming event, suddenly, a hearty laugh accompanied by a loud voice came from not far away: "Lord Lin Yi, could we be invited to the banquet?"

Upon hearing the sound, everyone turned around and looked in the direction of the voice. They saw Shanks, the red-haired man, walking slowly towards them with a smile on his face and unhurried steps.

Behind him, his crew followed closely. And among this group, a familiar figure was being steadily carried on Beckman's broad shoulders.

"Brother Tiger!" Simon and Dote exclaimed in surprise when they saw the figure being carried.

Since the battle began, the fighting had been extremely intense. Facing a powerful enemy, they had no time to worry about Tiger's safety. They had even assumed Tiger had tragically perished in the brutal battle. However, seeing Tiger alive and well before their very eyes, the joy and excitement they felt was indescribable.

Lin Yi stepped forward and asked Shanks, "How did Tiger end up in your hands?"

Shanks laughed and said, "I found him not far from the small garden; he was already unconscious."

Lin Yi nodded. He had also seen Tiger being swept into the sea by the aftershocks of the battle, but because the spatial marker he had left on Tiger did not indicate that Tiger was in danger, he did not go to rescue Tiger in time. He did not expect that Tiger would be pulled onto the ship by Shanks.

Lin Yi said to Shanks of the Red Team, "Tiger is our friend, thank you very much for saving him."

"Haha, Mr. Lin Yi, there's no need to be so polite. Just treat us to a drink." Shanks laughed heartily.

“That’s no problem at all.” Lin Yi nodded in agreement.

Chapter 30 Target Alabasta

As night fell and the city lights came on, a grand and lively banquet, prepared with everyone's concerted efforts, finally began. Melodious music and cheerful laughter mingled together, seemingly igniting the entire night.

At the banquet, people clinked glasses and chatted, creating a lively atmosphere. After only a couple of drinks, the initial awkwardness they felt upon first meeting vanished completely. Shanks' companions were all generous and righteous men, and Da Pan and his group quickly became friends with them, the atmosphere incredibly harmonious.

At that moment, Shanks raised his glass, lightly clinked it with Hawkeye's, then tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, laughing as he said, "I really didn't expect you to show up here!"

Hawkeye calmly picked up his glass, took a sip, and his cold face remained expressionless as he replied indifferently, "Hmph, I'm not surprised at all by your appearance."

Upon hearing this, Shanks burst into laughter: "Hahaha, as expected of you, Mihawk, you still know me so well!"

After laughing, Shanks suddenly stopped, his expression turning serious as he looked intently at Hawkeye and asked, "Mihawk, you've had quite a few encounters with Lin Yi, haven't you? What kind of person do you think he is?"

Hawkeye's sharp, hawk-like eyes were fixed on Shanks. After a moment of silence, he slowly said, "He's a very good friend."

Shanks paused slightly upon hearing this, seemingly deep in thought. After a moment, he burst into laughter again: "Hahaha, if even you call him a friend, then I believe Lin Yi must be a good person." With that, he raised his glass again and downed it in one gulp.

Lin Yi smiled as he celebrated the victory with everyone, but deep down he remained highly vigilant. He knew that the enemy, like a venomous snake lurking in the darkness, was still watching them, ready to launch a fatal attack at any moment.

Lin Yi's gaze swept over the group of people sprawled haphazardly on the ground, a slight smile playing on his lips. He then silently laid down mysterious spatial markers around the crowd. After doing so, he swiftly leaped onto a wide, flat boulder and lay down gently.

Looking up at the bright moon hanging high in the sky, its light shining pure and clear, Lin Yi's thoughts drifted away. He recalled his initial arrival in this strange world; his greatest wish was simply to live freely and without restraint. Therefore, even after being fortunate enough to gain the blessing of a miraculous system, he still diligently cultivated without slackening, just so that when facing a powerful enemy, he could confidently say, "I don't eat beef."

However, as time went by, the road he traveled became longer and the regions he traversed became wider and wider, and the injustices he witnessed increased day by day. All of this weighed on his heart like heavy stones, making him feel extremely suffocated.

At this moment, a strong thought kept swirling in his mind: perhaps he could no longer just mind his own business, but should step forward and change some things... However, "not eating beef" remains his unwavering ultimate pursuit!

Just as Lin Yi was quietly contemplating various complicated matters, a ghostly figure suddenly appeared beside him without warning.

However, Lin Yi remained remarkably calm in the face of this sudden turn of events, not even lifting an eyelid. In fact, Lin Yi had already sensed the presence of this figure long before it appeared, thanks to his keen perception.

Shanks slowly sat down next to Lin Yi, a smile on his face, and asked in a slightly curious and probing tone, "Mr. Lin Yi, do you have any dreams in your heart?"

Lin Yi turned his head slightly, glanced at Shanks indifferently, and then answered expressionlessly and coldly, "Slaughter all of you pirates."

Hearing such a blunt and cold answer, Shanks was stunned and didn't know how to respond for a moment. After a long while, he managed to force a smile and said with a wry smile, "Uh... this answer is quite unexpected. It seems that Lord Lin Yi has a rather deep prejudice against us pirates."

However, Lin Yi shook his head without hesitation at Shanks's words, denying them with a serious and earnest expression: "That's not the case."

Now it was Shanks' turn to feel frustrated. He muttered to himself: What is this guy thinking? Why does he always talk so unpredictably? It makes me want to punch him.

However, despite his displeasure, Shanks suppressed his emotions and patiently continued to explain: "Lord Lin Yi, it is undeniable that there are indeed many pirates who behave badly and can be called scoundrels. But in reality, there are many pirates who are just pitiful people who have been forced to take this path by the pressures of life."

“Screening is meaningless; being forced into a living is not an excuse for crime,” Lin Yi said calmly.

Shanks sighed deeply, his heart filled with helplessness and regret. He knew he couldn't persuade Lin Yi, but at the same time, he found it hard to accept such cruel methods. However, after careful consideration, he also understood that Lin Yi's actions were not out of malice or wrongdoing, but simply because of a huge difference in their values.

Time ticked by, seemingly for an eternity. In the quiet atmosphere, Shanks suddenly smiled and said, "Lin Yi, Mihawk says you're a very good friend. May I have the honor of becoming your friend?"

Hearing this, Lin Yi slowly turned his head, his gaze calm and profound as he stared at Shanks. In truth, Lin Yi didn't have much of a dislike for this free-spirited, loyal, and righteous man. If Shanks were in ancient times, he would undoubtedly be a chivalrous, chivalrous hero, roaming the world with his sword. Unfortunately, Shanks also carried unimaginable burdens, and for this reason, Lin Yi originally didn't intend to have a deeper relationship with him.

However, looking at Shanks' sincere smile, Lin Yi felt that making friends with him might not be a bad choice. Thinking this, Lin Yi's lips curled into a faint smile as he replied, "Of course, as long as you're not like that Hawkeye guy who's always eyeing my wine."

As soon as they finished speaking, the two looked at each other and burst into laughter.

They stayed in the small garden for another three days before reluctantly parting ways.

The Red-Haired Pirates are heading to the New World to continue their journey.

Dorry and Brogy find the long-forgotten giant ship and embark on their journey back to their homeland.

After recovering from his injuries, Tiger decided to part ways with Lin Yi and the others. He once again refused Lin Yi's offer to stay and jumped into the sea, quickly leaving.

"And you, Mihawk?" Lin Yi asked, looking at Hawkeye who was still standing there.

"Hmph, my ship was destroyed in the battle. You'll have to take me to the next location," Hawkeye said, glaring at Lin Yi. Don't think I don't know what you're thinking. You want to see me row a boat with a knife? No way.

"Haha, Felina, has the recording pointer recorded the magnetic field?"

“It’s been ready for a while,” Felina replied loudly.

"Alright, I now announce that everyone is ready. Let's depart for Alabasta."

"Okay, Captain."

Chapter 31 The Strength of Lin Yi's Companions

"Bang bang bang..." A series of dull and powerful impacts came from the training room of the Silver Dragon. Da Pan was seen wielding the thick iron rod in his hand with a focused expression, mercilessly striking Kerry's body.

Each blow landed precisely on different parts of Kerry's body, colliding violently with his muscles and bones. With each heavy strike, Kerry let out a low groan. Despite the waves of pain, he gritted his teeth, his eyes shining with determination, and withstood all the impact.

Recalling the fierce battle in the small garden not long ago, Kerry was filled with resentment and self-blame. At that time, although he had tried his best to assist his teammates, the role he played was far too insignificant. Watching his comrades fight bloody battles on the front lines while he could only stand by and watch helplessly, this sense of powerlessness deeply pierced his heart.

That's why Kerry is so desperately undergoing Pan's special training. He yearns to quickly improve his strength and become a truly capable individual who can stand alone and protect his companions. He no longer wants to be helplessly hiding behind others like he was last time.

"Bang! Bang! Bang!" The sounds of impact continued unabated. It felt as if every bone in Kerry's body was about to shatter, and the excruciating pain caused his body to tremble uncontrollably. However, even at his limit, he refused to give up, stubbornly persevering with sheer willpower.

Finally, Da Pan noticed Kerry's swaying figure and slowly stopped what he was doing. At that moment, Kerry, who had been on edge the whole time, seemed to lose all his strength and collapsed to the ground. He lay on the cold ground, panting heavily, his clothes already soaked with sweat.

Even so, Kerry still shouted to Da Pan with a slightly unwilling tone, "Boss Pan, I can still hold on."

Da Pan gently shook his head, his usually gentle face now appearing unusually serious. He looked at Kerry with unwavering eyes and said earnestly in an unquestionable tone, "Kerry, I understand your eagerness to improve your strength, but this really can't be rushed! Cultivating domineering power isn't something that can be achieved overnight; it requires long-term accumulation and refinement, a gradual and lengthy process. If we're too impatient and try to force improvement through shortcuts, it will only cause irreparable damage to your body and may even affect your future development. That would be a huge loss."

After listening to Da Pan's earnest words, Kerry, though filled with resentment, understood that Da Pan's words were all reasonable. After all, on the path to power, being impatient for quick results is often unwise. Thinking of this, Kerry nodded helplessly, indicating that he would no longer be stubborn and blindly insist on his own opinions.

Then, Da Pan carefully carried the injured Krie in his arms and walked steadily toward Reiju's infirmary.

This infirmary was specially built by Lin Yi for Reiju when they were still in Twin Gorges. Since then, whenever any of the crew members on the ship suffer a minor injury, they will come to Reiju for treatment.

When Da Pan pushed open the door to the infirmary, Reiju, who was busy at work, looked up after hearing the noise and immediately saw Kerry being carried in by Da Pan. She couldn't help but frown and said with a hint of reproach, "How did you get into this state again?"

"Hiss... Reiju, it was my own request, it really has nothing to do with Pan!" Kerry explained through gritted teeth, enduring the pain from Reiju treating his wounds. However, Reiju's movements did not soften at all because of Kerry's cries of pain.

"I really don't understand you guys! Cultivation is something that requires accumulating experience slowly and progressing step by step, isn't it? Why torture yourself like this?" Reiju shook her head helplessly, finding it hard to agree with their radical cultivation methods.

Upon hearing Reiju's words, Da Pan quickly explained, "Reiju, this is a unique technique that the boss taught us! He said that by using Armament Haki to strike the body, we can sense the presence and flow of Armament Haki more quickly. Moreover, Kree has already mastered the Iron Body technique from the Six Powers of the Navy, and his physical fitness has reached the required level, which is why the boss allowed us to use this special training method."

Kerry chimed in, saying they weren't acting recklessly.

Looking at the two people in front of her, Reiju rolled her eyes in annoyance and muttered, "Fine, fine, do whatever you want. I'm too lazy to bother with you anymore." Then she turned around and continued to organize the medical supplies.

Seeing that Reiju was ignoring them, Da Pan carefully helped Kerry out of the infirmary. As soon as they stepped outside, Da Pan eagerly asked, "Kerry, how did you feel about the training? Did you sense any Armament Haki?"

"I can feel it, but I'm still a little short of awakening," Kerry said with some disappointment.

"It's alright, you're still young, you have plenty of time," Da Pan comforted him.

Kerry nodded, his eyes filled with determination and domineering aura. He was determined to awaken, and even if Im came, it wouldn't make a difference.

Lin Yi had been observing Kerry's changes all along, but he chose not to interfere excessively. He knew very well that for someone like Kerry, who craved power, this wasn't inherently a bad thing. Moreover, with so many people silently watching and protecting him, he firmly believed that nothing unexpected would happen to Kerry.

The improvement in strength of Da Pan and others after the battle at Little Garden was truly astonishing!

First, there's Da Pan. Through continuous training and honing his skills, his strength has been greatly consolidated, and he has successfully entered the ranks of the King level. If he were to encounter the ancient saint Gringu once again, who had previously given him a hard time, Da Pan would certainly not be as utterly defeated as before. At least now he possesses enough strength to contend with him and can attempt a contest.

Besides Pan, Fiona also brought everyone a huge surprise. He hadn't expected that, in the face of life and death, Fiona would miraculously awaken the legendary Conqueror's Haki!

You must understand, this is an extremely rare and incredibly powerful ability! Normally, only those peerless powerhouses who truly stand at the pinnacle can master it.

Now that Fiona has successfully awakened Conqueror's Haki, it means that another top-tier fighter is about to emerge in their team. Although Fiona's awakened Conqueror's Haki is still in its initial stage, the boost it provides is not to be underestimated. With this newly acquired power, Fiona has successfully broken through her bottleneck, stepping into the Admiral level and becoming a true powerhouse.

Felina perfected her ultimate move, Kirin, gaining the strength to injure an admiral. Her Observation Haki and Armament Haki also reached the intermediate level. It can be said that her strength is no weaker than several of the Navy's potential admirals.

Simon and Dota also gained a lot this time. They awakened their Observation Haki while being ganged up on by many people, which raised their strength to a new level. Although they have not yet reached the Admiral level, they are no match for ordinary Navy Vice Admirals.

Chiyo's Devil Fruit has great potential, and this time she has also awakened Armament Haki, which has greatly enhanced her attack and defense capabilities, bringing her strength to the level of a Marine Vice Admiral.

Although Reiju hasn't awakened any Haki yet, her bloodline factors have been fully developed, and this energy is not much weaker than Haki. It must be said that Wen Shimok Judge is quite something. Now, with Reiju unleashing her full power, even a typical Marine Vice Admiral wouldn't be her match, and in a surprise attack, even an Admiral-level fighter could be taken down by her poison.

It can be said that Lin Yi's group of partners have now fully grown up. Although there are few of them, they are all elites and young. Lin Yi believes that their names will be known throughout the world sooner or later.