One Piece: Rayquaza of the Beasts Pirates

As he did every night he worked overtime, he carefully tidied his desk, turned off the lights, locked the door, and left the company with steady steps.

In the shadows outside the door, Kalifa watched Asbaghu's back as usual, unaware of anything amiss.

She followed quietly, following the pre-arranged plan.

On the other side, there's Shipwreck Island.

This is the island that Water Seven uses to pile up abandoned ships that are completely beyond repair, like a forgotten corner of the city.

The ruins of the once-glorious Tom Shipbuilding Company are also located here.

Since Tom's murder, the island has been completely abandoned. Only the most destitute scavengers occasionally visit it, searching for any remaining value among the rusted steel and rotten wood.

At this moment, Enel and Violet appeared in this desolate place.

"That's a brilliant idea."

Violet looked around, a hint of admiration in her voice: "Who would have thought that someone would keep something as important as the Hades blueprints here instead of keeping them close by?"

If it weren't for her ability to read minds, which allowed her to easily access Asbagu's memories while he was thinking, she probably wouldn't have been able to find this place even if she searched for a year.

Following Aspargu's memory, Violet quickly locked onto her target.

The two arrived at the wreckage of a dilapidated merchant ship, half-buried in mud and sand, its hull covered in rust and barnacles.

In the corner marked by the memory image, Violet indeed dug out a small box.

"found it."

Violet carefully opened the box, and inside lay a thick stack of intricate design drawings, yellowed and worn at the edges, but with lines and markings still clearly legible.

……

The next day.

After Violet's safe return, the other crew members were finally granted permission to disembark and move around freely.

With Yamato's strong recommendation, the group quickly decided to travel together and take the sea train to Queen's City in Spring.

It is said that the scenery there is very beautiful.

Enel had absolutely no interest in this.

For him, going out to play was not as pleasant as eating a few more apples on the boat.

Unexpectedly, Kane took the initiative to approach him.

Want to become stronger?

A hint of undisguised surprise flashed in Enel's eyes. He raised an eyebrow and asked with his usual arrogance, "Are you serious? Aren't you afraid that I, the god, will surpass you and trample you under my feet?"

From the other party's perspective, shouldn't they try their best to suppress him?

The more logical approach would be to ensure that he can never pose a threat.

Of course, he himself would never be willing to stagnate.

Kane chuckled, his tone carrying an undeniable confidence: "Those who fall to me are never considered my opponents. I'll give you time to catch up, until you can no longer see me."

I feel so good. I've finally found the chance to say those words.

"Hmph... Underestimating me will be the biggest mistake you ever make!"

Enel snorted coldly, showing no weakness on the surface, but he couldn't help but feel a little shaken inside.

"What I'm going to teach you is what's called domineering aura."

Kane said no more and got straight to the point.

He stretched out his right hand, and his arm was instantly covered in a layer of black: "Come on, transform into your elemental form now."

Enel was confused, but he still transformed his entire body into lightning. Then, he saw Kane reach out his right hand towards his shoulder.

"It's no use..."

Before he could finish speaking, Enel's face suddenly froze. He could clearly feel that Kane had really caught him.

His elemental transformation, which had been invincible and made him almost immune to physical attacks, was now...ineffective?!

With a jolt, he suddenly recalled his previous crushing defeat: "Last time! When you broke through my 'Thor' form, you used this same power?!"

"Yes."

Kane released his grip and nodded affirmatively: "This is Armament Haki. It can not only capture the elemental forms of Logia-type Devil Fruit users, but it is also an extremely powerful means of attack and defense."

Next, he demonstrated the application of Armament Haki, including its entangling, internal destruction, and external release.

"On this vast ocean, the truly powerful beings who stand at the top have all cultivated Armament Haki to an extremely high level. Therefore, you should not rely too much on your Devil Fruit ability."

Kane, now known as Teacher Kai, stared intently at Enel: "You can't conquer the world with just ability; only Haki can overcome everything."

Even though Zeff always criticizes Kizaru for over-relying on Devil Fruits, his Haki is by no means weak.

Kane then withdrew his imposing aura and added, "Of course, I don't mean for you to completely give up your Devil Fruit ability. Since you ate the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, don't waste it."

"The key is to find the balance that best suits you between developing your Devil Fruit abilities and cultivating Haki."

After all, the Rumble-Rumble Fruit's abilities are simply too comprehensive.

It has everything: power, ranged attacks, healing, and speed, and it can even enhance your Observation Haki.

Before the arrival of the Mythical Zoan version, this was one of the Devil Fruit abilities most desired by the time-traveling predecessors.

Enel nodded slightly.

Even if Kane didn't say it, he couldn't possibly give up the very foundation upon which he became a god.

Kane continued his instruction: "There is another kind of Haki—Observation Haki, which is the ability you have always called 'Mind Field'."

"I won't go into its function. But in terms of the breadth of its perception, even I have to admit that I am slightly inferior to you. In the entire ocean, there are probably only a handful of things that can surpass you in terms of scope."

Upon hearing this, Enel's lips involuntarily curled up slightly, revealing a smile that was a mixture of pride and satisfaction.

Everyone loves to hear praise, but it's especially poignant when it comes from Kane, who defeated himself.

The pleasure derived from this recognition is simply unparalleled.

However, Kane abruptly changed the subject: "But you can't be complacent. You are indeed gifted in breadth, but you still have a long way to go in terms of depth."

"You should know that if you cultivate Observation Haki to its peak, you can even glimpse a short portion of the future!"

"What?! You're telling the truth?!"

Enel's breathing suddenly became rapid, and the smugness on his face was instantly replaced by extreme shock.

Predicting the future?

This has completely exceeded his understanding of the "mind network"!

"of course."

Kane demonstrated his Observation Haki, successfully turning Enel, who had been somewhat smug, into a coward.

After introducing Armament Haki and Observation Haki, Kane finally demonstrated the power of Conqueror's Haki.

"Conqueror's Haki is different from the other two types of Haki; it relies purely on talent. If you have it, you either have it or you don't, no matter how hard you try, it's all in vain."

Upon hearing this, Enel scoffed, "Hmph, I naturally possess that ability, it's just that I haven't awakened it yet."

He was also very curious about this domineering aura that could directly numb his body.

"Maybe."

Kane smiled noncommittally, offering no words of criticism.

Based on the manga, given Enel's ambition and aptitude, the probability of him possessing Conqueror's Haki is indeed not low; he simply lacks the crucial trigger to awaken it.

To put it bluntly, it's because the patch wasn't installed.

"Come on, tell me how to cultivate these domineering powers!"

Enel had been greatly intrigued by Kane's description and was eager to master these new powers.

Once I master Armament Haki and Conqueror's Haki, I will beat Kane so badly that even his own mother wouldn't recognize him, and avenge the humiliation I suffered before.

After he kneels down and begs for forgiveness, I will magnanimously forgive him.

Hmm... I'll reluctantly appoint him as the highest priest under my command when the time comes.

Kane narrowed his eyes.

I have a feeling you have ulterior motives.

"The method for cultivating domineering aura is actually very simple."

Kane's lips curled into a meaningful smile: "That is... getting beaten up!"

"what?!"

Before Enel could react, a jet-black fist was already rapidly approaching in his pupils!

boom!

A heavy punch landed squarely on his nose.

Enel's nose immediately twisted to one side, and bright red blood gushed out.

"Wow!"

He clutched his throbbing nose, trembling with rage: "You bastard Kane! How dare you ambush me, the God of War!!"

"Remember this feeling."

Kane chuckled and said, "The faster you get the hang of it, the less you'll get beaten up."

Before he could finish speaking, a barrage of punches rained down on Enel.

……

When Yamato and his group returned to the Rekkū, carrying bags of souvenirs, they were greeted by an unidentified object lying limply on the deck.

Kane was leisurely sitting on a beach chair, slowly sipping his black tea and enjoying the pleasant afternoon.

Yamato squatted down curiously and gently poked the "object" with his fingertip: "Kane, what is this? Is it a newly caught sea monster? It looks really unique."

Kane took a leisurely sip of his black tea before replying, "Oh, that's Enel, who got beaten up all morning."

"Huh?"