My two-dimensional resident

"He's very strong, but he'll die if this continues!"

Seeing that Lin Tian showed no concern for his companion's life or death, Ilya frowned and said something. At this moment, Lin Tian's impression of her plummeted again because of these words. Ilya thought he was someone who didn't care about the safety of his friends.

"Haha, no way. We won't be in any danger on this island. There's a powerful force on the island that will suppress our strength, making us exactly the same."

Berserker had the upper hand in this battle because he was Hercules. Although his strength was suppressed, he possessed the martial arts of returning to simplicity.

Although Ace was very strong, his martial arts skills were very crude. His previous battles relied entirely on his strong physique and extraordinary combat reaction ability.

Your arrival and Berserker's arrival will allow Ace to witness what martial arts are, temper his arrogance, help him recognize his own limitations, quell his inner restlessness, calm his mind, and learn martial arts from Hercules.

That way, he might not have ended up like that...

Chapter 49 A sweet and easily seduced noble lady who is also quite arrogant

"While Ace is very strong, his martial arts skills are very crude. His previous battles relied entirely on his powerful physique and exceptional combat reflexes."

Your arrival and Berserker's arrival will allow Ace to witness what martial arts are, temper his arrogance, help him recognize his own limitations, quell his inner restlessness, calm his mind, and learn martial arts from Hercules.

That way, he might not have ended up like that...

Although Lin Tian himself is a weakling, it doesn't mean that he, as a bystander, can't comment on the fight between the two.

In Lin Tian's view, in the world of One Piece, apart from swordsmanship, the development of physical skills is limited by Haki and physical attributes.

It's not that Haki and physical strength are bad, but the people in the One Piece world focus too much on physical strength and mastery of Haki, neglecting martial arts techniques.

In the world of One Piece, only the Navy's Six Clans possess a martial art that combines physical strength and can be considered a superior martial skill.

Other martial arts techniques were only developed by those few masters of physical combat through long periods of battle. They simply cannot be taught to others...

Hercules, unlike Zeus, though possessing Zeus's blood, learned martial arts and knowledge from Chiron and other centaurs after growing up. When completing the twelve "impossible tasks," his enemies were no less physically capable than him.

Using the martial arts skills he learned from his teacher, he broke through his physical limits in a life-or-death crisis and defeated his opponent with his superb martial arts skills.

Using the story of Dragon Ball as an example, Goku's brother, the Saiyan Raditz, completely overwhelmed Earth warriors in every aspect of strength, yet he was still defeated. The reason is that he didn't know how to use "ki," how to mobilize all the ki in his body and unleash it instantly.

The techniques by which Earth warriors master and utilize "qi" can also be considered a type of martial art.

Although we cannot define martial arts techniques in a narrow sense using the methods of "qi" cultivation, that is the principle.

Lin Tian wanted Ace to understand that although they had the same physical attributes and fighting spirit, when fighting someone with martial arts skills, he was like a cowboy in a Western duel who couldn't load ammunition.

"So that's how it is... No wonder I couldn't use magic and my costume was useless."

After listening to Lin Tian's explanation, Ilya suddenly understood.

When she first came to this island and saw Ace, she thought he was an enemy and instinctively tried to launch a golden needle magic attack, but found that the spell failed.

Fortunately, Berserker appeared beside her for some unknown reason and started fighting Ace.

"Then, how can I leave here? I need to go to Fuyuki City to participate in the Holy Grail War!"

Ilya's eyes darted around as she frantically pondered. The island lord, Lin Tian, ​​had told her that this place and her world were completely different.

However, coming from a family of magicians, she didn't quite believe Lin Tian's words.

If they are from two different worlds, why did she come here?

Ilya had actually believed the stories Lin Tian told her about his father. But being cautious, she wanted to find the answers herself.

Return to Fuyuki City to participate in the Holy Grail War, meet Shirou Emiya, learn about her father's past from him, win the Holy Grail War, and use the Holy Grail's omnipotent wish-granting mechanism to bring her father and mother back to her side.

Having made her choice, Ilya's gaze hardened. Sunlight bathed her beautiful face, the sea breeze ruffled her skirt, and her resolute figure resembled Athena.

"We can't leave here yet. It will take about ten days, until we finish building the office on the island, before we'll have a chance to leave."

Bearing the mission entrusted to her for her entire life, she headed to Fuyuki City. But she accidentally ended up here; a normal person would surely leave to complete their own mission.

Lin Tian understood Illya's question perfectly. However, he didn't want Illya to go back; the Fifth Holy Grail War was a path of certain death for her.

Now that she was brought to this island by the island's will, how could Lin Tian possibly let her repeat the same mistake!

But Lin Tian wasn't a domineering person; he wouldn't force Ilya to stay on the island just to keep her alive. Ace was the same way, let alone Ilya.

"Do you really want to go back to Fuyuki City to participate in the Holy Grail War?"

"Hmm...this is my mission!"

"Ten days? If I don't go to Fuyuki City, the seven mages won't be able to gather, and the Holy Grail War won't begin. This timeframe is acceptable to me..."

After listening to Lin Tian's explanation, Ilya remained silent for a long time, staring into Lin Tian's eyes, trying to discern whether he was lying.

She was a modified cyborg, with a sharp mind. If Lin Tian was lying, she was certain she would sense it from his eyes.

But she didn't detect a trace of deception or conspiracy in Lin Tian's eyes. Everything he said was true.

Considering the rules of the Holy Grail War, Illya could only accept the reality before her.

"Well... anyway, welcome. I've only been the owner of this island for less than four days, so the facilities are rather basic. I hope you, a young lady from a prominent family, won't find it offensive!"

From Ilya's expression, Lin Tian understood her unwavering commitment to the Holy Grail War. He knew that even if he revealed the ending of the Holy Grail War now, she wouldn't change her mind.

It cannot be forced.

Lin Tian decided to first show Ilya around the island. As for whether she wanted to join the island and become a resident, he would let Ilya decide.

"Hmm...it really is very basic. They're even living in such a dilapidated tent. Lin Tian, ​​do you have villas and maids on your island? I won't be happy without servants to take care of me."

Ilya looked around and, upon spotting Ace's tent in the distance, shook her head with a look of disdain, instantly radiating the aura of a young lady.

"???"

Erza, who was leaning on Lin Tian's arm, was shocked to hear that Ilya wanted servants and a big house.

What exactly is her background? Is she a noble lady from some kingdom? Erza, who comes from the Fairy Tail world, can only guess at Illya's identity based on all her knowledge.

"Dreaming? I know exactly who you are. Although you come from the Einzbern family, you have always been ostracized by your family. Apart from the two homunculus maids who take care of you, you have no status in the family at all."

Trying to act like a pampered princess in front of me? Forget it.

Upon hearing that Ilya actually wanted to live in a villa, Lin Tian felt a sense of sympathy for her because of her past experiences (definitely not because he liked white-haired girls! Absolutely not!). But how could he possibly agree to such an impudent request!

Chapter 50: What's the point of working? Of course, it's to eat instant noodles and pay off the mortgage! (Please add to your favorites)

With a disdainful chuckle, Lin Tian directly exposed her lie.

Ilya has longed for the life of a magical girl since she was a child, and her soul is very pure.

She was acting like a spoiled young lady because Lin Tian had just touched a nerve with her.

Her facade, which concealed her deep-seated loneliness, helplessness, and weakness, was brutally torn to shreds by violence.

Her silvery-white hair brushed against the tips of her ears in the breeze. At this moment, Ilya was like a naked girl, wanting to put on her arrogant and rude exterior again, so that she could feel a sense of security.

But her efforts and the defenses she had just built were as thin as paper in front of Lin Tian. He ruthlessly pierced through them, tearing open a huge gap and exposing her most vulnerable side to him.

"You! Humph! Little sister Erza, could you show me around this island?"

Enraged, Ilya wanted to strangle the man in front of her. But she couldn't use magic right now, and she had just learned the rules of the island from Lin Tian.

Born into a family of magicians, she knew that it was possible to restrict the magical power within a mage and prevent their Heroic Spirit servants from unleashing their full power. That required extremely powerful rules to achieve such a feat.

It even surpasses all the magic she knows, making it arguably the sixth great magic.

Therefore, Ilya believed that Lin Tian had not deceived her regarding the island's rules. That also meant she was unable to kill the man before her.

He knew everything about her, yet she was unaware of his existence. Ilya looked at Lin Tian, ​​this seemingly ordinary man, her vigilance remaining unwavering.

She didn't want to stay in front of the man for another second. He was too terrifying, making it difficult for Ilya to let her guard down and relax.

So Ilya stopped looking at Lin Tian and turned to Erza, extending an invitation.

"Huh?? Brother..."

Erza, who was watching the drama unfold, was suddenly bewildered by Illya's question. Not knowing whether she should grant her request, she could only look up helplessly at Lin Tian.

"Hehe, since Ilya wants you to show her around the island, you can go in your brother's place... I have things to do anyway. Thank you for your trouble, Erza!"

Ilya's little scheme could not escape Lin Tian's eyes.

He knew that Ilya was afraid to stay near someone who knew all her secrets, but she also wanted to know the secrets of the island, so she turned her attention to young Erza.

The island's secret?

What secrets could there be? The biggest secret had already been told to her in its entirety. Since she didn't believe him, there was nothing Lin Tian could do. If she wanted to extract the real secret from Erza, then so be it.

Erza went to the plaza early in the morning just to be by Lin Tian's side. Now, she suddenly met a young lady, and Lin Tian even asked her to take the young lady around the island.

Deep down, she was unwilling and didn't want to leave her brother's side. But this was a task her brother had given her.

She was momentarily at a loss. But without much hesitation, she followed Lin Tian's instructions.

"Okay, brother. I'll take Sister Ilya to visit the island!"

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Watching the two leave, Lin Tian shook his head. He then turned his gaze to the two who were still fighting.

He came here hoping to learn some information about the One Piece world from Ace. But now that he's fighting Heracles, Lin Tian doesn't want to disturb him.

After standing there for a few seconds, Lin Tian turned and left, leaving only Ace and Hercules still locked in combat.

He was still short of the required miles for the loan, so he decided to try to deliver all 13000 miles to Little K today before starting the next phase of the mission.

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Milestone "Goal: Become a Fishing Master!" Tier 2 unlocked, granting 500 Nook Miles!

Milestone "Become a Fish Doctor!" Tier 2 unlocked, earning 500 Nook Miles!

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Milestone "Forest Lumberjack!" Tier 3 unlocked, granting 1000 Nook Miles!

"I didn't expect the Tier 3 milestone to reward 1000 Nook Miles! What a pleasant surprise! Now, all I need to do is complete the last Nook Miles Tour mission to accumulate 13000 Nook Miles. Let's see what the last mission is..."

Hmm... 'Economic Revitalization Shopping Reward Event!' The reward is 200 x 2 Nook Miles... but it makes me spend money... 5000 Bells, that's a bit too much. There's nothing good to buy at Little Bean's or Little Bean's. I guess I'll have to see what's worth buying at the Nook Miles Terminal..."

Since arriving on the island, Lin Tian has been visiting Xiaodou and Xiaoli every day to ask what goods they want to buy. However, since the shops are not open, Xiaodou and Xiaoli are only selling some basic tools and three kinds of flower seeds.

Their basic tools were rudimentary, and Lin Tian could make those himself, so there was no need to waste money on them. As for flower seeds, Lin Tian didn't even consider buying them...

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