Fishman in One Piece

Chapter 10 Success, Choice of Bloodline

'The fruit I am holding resembles precisely the one I had consumed previously.'

"Doctor.."

Brett inquired, "Have you generated another version of the Azure Dragon Fruit? This one features a different bloodline factor? "

"What a foolish question."

Vegapunk reclined languidly in the oversized chair, shut his eyes, and stated in a lethargic tone, "The devil fruit you have eaten is one of a kind. "

"You may replicate an unlimited number of bloodline factors; however, my capability to generate just one copy stands as my maximum threshold. "

What does that signify?

Is it possible that the resources required to recreate the Blue Dragon Fruit are depleted? Is there only sufficient material to produce one iteration from start to finish?

In essence, although Vegapunk has defied the inherent principles governing Devil Fruit, he remains unable to overstep certain boundaries?

Devil fruits are remarkable

What precisely constitutes the so-called ability?

In what manner does it manifest within the human body? What enables the consumption of a fruit to bestow individuals with various extraordinary abilities?

Why is it that, upon the death of an individual gifted with abilities, those powers are extracted from their body and subsequently reincarnated within a random fruit in this world?

Brett possesses a genuine curiosity regarding the enigma of Devil Fruits

Regrettably, Vegapunk, who is perhaps the sole individual worldwide privy to this knowledge, exhibits no willingness to disclose it to him.

Vegapunk articulated, "The purpose of this fruit is to enhance existing abilities derived from the prior fruit, or to awaken the latent bloodline factors within your body. "

Brett grasped the concept to some extent. For instance, if the ability of the replicated Blue Dragon Fruit is considered the primary game, this fruit serves as the MOD.

"Go ahead and try it, young man," Vegapunk straightened himself, his eyes gleaming with eagerness to experiment, "You ought to find it satisfying. "

Brett nodded, recognizing there was no reason for reluctance.

He was mentally prepared, and the flavor of the previous fruit remained vividly in his recollection.

Opening his mouth, Brett took a substantial bite of the fruit.

Surprisingly, while the taste remained unpleasant, it was notably better than the previous experience.

Brett refrained from hesitation and swallowed the remaining half of the fruit in a single gulp.

"Is this acceptable? " he questioned.

"That's correct. "

Vegapunk affirmed with a nod, "The subsequent step is to patiently await its maturation. "

"Isn't it possible to observe the results immediately? " Brett expressed a hint of disappointment.

It felt akin to acquiring a top-tier weapon in a game, yet lacking the necessary attributes to utilize it, which elicited a sense of urgency.

"It has been stated that the integration of bloodline factors and abilities differs, so do not anticipate instantaneous results! "

Vegapunk exclaimed, "You may perceive this process as your body gradually developing a new organ. Naturally, creating something from nothing requires time. "

Brett then clarified, "I understand, and once the organ is established, it must also undergo training, right? 

Even people like Kaido and Charlotte Lin lin consistently trained and engaged in combat during their youth," Vegapunk stated in a straightforward manner. "The effects should manifest after a few days. "

"You may return and contemplate the specific blood you want. I will see you in one week. "

Brett acknowledged with a nod.

This matter truly deserves careful consideration.

"Doctor, how many additional bloodlines should I think about.? " Brett posed the crucial question.

"Um…"

Vegapunk extended his hands, then sequentially bent his left thumb and index finger, saying, "Ah! Eight, that seems to be the maximum, right? "

'So many!"

As he journeyed back, Brett's exhilaration remained unabated.

If there are eight slots available, it implies that, in addition to Kaido's blood factor and the one he just acquired, there are ten altogether!

Brett even pondered whether this might be somewhat unfair.

Regardless of how he viewed it, fundamentally, it is merely an ability inherent to a living creature, and it remains significantly inferior to the power derived from a Devil Fruit.

Yet, it suffices. If quality cannot be matched, one may compensate with quantity, righ?

Rear Admiral Hager, who was shadowing Brettt, expressed confusion. 'What made this fishman appear so joyous today? Did Doctor Vegapunk say something of importance?'

Upon returning to the prison in silence, Brett commenced a routine of consistent training.

Time continued to advance incrementally in this manner.

After four days had elapsed, Brett felt it was nearly time to test the fruit he consumed four days earlier to assess its efficacy.

He selected a tranquil night, switching off the lights and lying quietly on his side in bed.

The methodology for the experiment was straightforward. Once mentally prepared, he bit down on his tongue.

His sharp teeth, capable of effortlessly shredding steel, created several large, bloody wounds in the soft tissue of his tongue.

Every muscle in Brett's body tensed, and the extensive nerve endings in his tongue heightened sensitivity; the pain was excruciating as he bit down.

Had he not been under constant surveillance in the prison, he would have preferred to remain silent.

Blood continued to flow from the injury, prompting Brett to swallow his own blood.

Fortunately, the volume of blood loss was manageable, allowing him to endure it.

However, the bleeding did not persist for long, he sensed that the wound had ceased to bleed.

As time progressed, the discomfort gradually diminished.

After approximately two hours, the severe wound on his tongue had begun to heal, and after three hours, it was completely recovered.

'It succeeded.'

Brett felt assured.

The initial bloodline ability he selected was derived from an ancient sea cucumber, endowing him with resilience.

While it appeared to take several hours for the recovery from the tongue bite, the ability may not seem particularly potent. However, according to Vegapunk, this type of sea cucumber possesses the remarkable capacity to endure even when a significant portion of its body is consumed by a predator. It demonstrates considerable resilience, allowing it to regenerate as long as it remains alive.

Brett's objective in life is to thrive amidst the chaos of the world, making it impossible for him to decline the opportunity to regain this ability.

The activation of the first bloodline factor filled Brett with excitement.

Under these circumstances, could he possibly evolve into an incredibly strong person in the future?

In the darkness, Brett couldn't help but smile.

However, rather than indulging in fantasies, it would be more prudent to contemplate the additional abilities he might need.

Primarily, he should consider fundamental attributes such as defense, strength, and stamina.

Although the potential in these areas could be significantly enhanced by merging Kaido's blood factor with his own, it raises the question of whether they can be made even more robust.

The foundational attributes hold the utmost importance.

Once that is established, he can explore bloodlines that complement abilities such as fire, lightning, and wind, among others.

Furthermore, it is essential to consider more than just combat capabilities. Perhaps he could address the issue of his inability to swim?

Brett devoted serious thought to these matters for three days.

The designated time has arrived.