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Ye Yu's response left Lin Muxue momentarily stunned. He had answered without the slightest hesitation.

She had originally thought that if Ye Yu could join, it would at least save face—using her own humiliation to secure his membership. But he refused.

His refusal wasn't the worst part for her. What truly infuriated her was that after she had bared her heart and expressed so much willingness, Ye Yu hadn't shown even a hint of interest and had outright rejected her.

Lin Muxue was so furious that blood seeped from the corner of her mouth. It was unclear whether it was due to her injuries or sheer rage.

Those watching the live stream were equally impressed.

"Lin Muxue was willing to do so much for him, yet he still refused without hesitation."

"Lin Muxue is about to explode with anger."

"If it were me, I'd agree to join. That's the position of vice-captain of the Chosen One Pirate Crew. Even though Ye Yu is currently the captain of the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, after level 30, he might not remain captain, given that the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew values strength above all. Besides, I think the potential of the Rumble Rumble Fruit far surpasses that of the Flame-Flame and Ice Fruits. So, joining the Chosen One Pirate Crew as vice-captain wouldn't be bad. Too bad I'm not Ye Yu."

"Do you really think the vice-captain position of the Chosen One Pirate Crew is that great? I hate to break it to you, but you're just lusting after Lin Muxue! You old pervert."

"Cough... Well, you just did break it to me."

...

Many people had expected Ye Yu to hesitate, as his decision would make many men envious. But his unwavering refusal also earned him admiration. At the same time, they wondered what it would take for Lin Muxue to join. Wasn't this enough?

Lin Muxue fumed, "You're not even tempted? I don't believe it. If the Truth-Truth Fruit's ability were used on you, forcing you to answer, you definitely wouldn't respond like this. You're lying. Deep down, you're actually very tempted."

Ye Yu sneered, "Don't be so overconfident. Xia Ling, Zhao Yan'er, Zhang Tian, and Qiao Ling'er by my side are no less than you in terms of looks and figure. Thinking I'd be swayed by such conditions? You're overestimating yourself."

This made Lin Muxue grit her teeth. She glanced at Xia Ling and the others and had to admit they were indeed not inferior to her.

Lin Muxue frowned and asked, "Do you think my sincerity isn't enough?"

Ye Yu nodded, "Of course it's not enough."

This gave Lin Muxue a glimmer of hope.

"What else do you want?"

Ye Yu stated bluntly, "If you want to become my partner, first, I'll be the captain, and your Chosen One Pirate Crew will be absorbed into my Dominant Feather Pirate Crew. Then, I'll decide who's suitable to join us. Those who aren't will leave immediately. Someone like Li Cang, for example, naturally wouldn't be allowed to join. As for you, considering you're a Rumble Rumble Fruit Ability User, I might reluctantly let you on board. But the condition is that you won't hold a high position. You'll be my slave, and I'll be your master. To put it bluntly, you'll be my dog."

"You're dreaming!!"

Lin Muxue nearly spat blood again, her anger boiling over, ready to explode.

"You wish! Becoming your partner has cost me so much, and you expect a top-tier prodigy like me to be your slave? Dream on! Even if the Truth-Truth Fruit compels me, I'll still firmly tell you—no way! If you had contracted the Rumble Rumble, Tremor-Tremor, Phoenix, or the Mythical Zoan Azure Dragon Form—any of the seven top-tier Devil Fruits—I'd be eager to partner with you, even let you be the Captain or my master. But you've only contracted seven Non-Ability Users, yet you dare to propose such an outrageous condition? You're overestimating yourself. You might be impressive now, but you'll fall behind later!"

Ye Yu didn't care. "It's up to you. Whether I gain another fighter or not, I couldn't care less."

Lin Muxue sneered mockingly. "Hmph, that's definitely a lie. Anyone with a brain would know you're lying. What do you all think?"

She looked around, seeking agreement from the others.

Though many knew it in their hearts, they didn't dare to speak up.

Those watching the live stream were shocked.

"Ye Yu's exaggerating, right?"

"It's definitely a lie. After all, he's a Rumble Rumble Fruit Ability User."

"His potential far surpasses Ye Yu's. Saying he doesn't care is obviously false."

...

Ye Yu turned to the Truth-Truth Fruit and said, "If you fail the Mystic Realm challenge, you're forced to answer a question, but you can also choose to ask one. Pose a question and answer it."

This left everyone stunned. Was Ye Yu really going to answer?

Lin Muxue scoffed. "Putting on an act. I don't believe you'd dare. Because what you said is a lie. With my immense potential, you claim you don't care if I join? That's too fake."

However, in the next moment, everyone was shocked.

Ye Yu stepped forward, facing the Truth-Truth Fruit floating in the Mystic Realm.

"I'll give you a question: Can Lin Muxue join my crew, and do I care?"

Instantly, many were stunned. Few dared to voluntarily pose such a question.

There had been instances before, mostly among Pirate couples, asking if their love was genuine. Some answered yes, others no, which led many to pose such questions.

But now, Ye Yu was about to answer this question. Everyone's hearts were shaken. Could Ye Yu truly not care?

Lin Muxue frowned, equally shaken. She found it impossible to believe, yet Ye Yu dared to face the Truth-Truth Fruit.

The Truth-Truth Fruit's power activated, and Ye Yu began to answer truthfully.

"Do you really not care if Lin Muxue joins your crew?"

"I don't care."

Ye Yu answered without hesitation.

Silence fell over the surroundings, followed by astonishment.

"Wow, it's actually true."

"If it were me, having Lin Muxue on board would be amazing. Any top-tier prodigy would crave it, but Ye Yu genuinely doesn't care."

"Why is that? Does he look down on her? That shouldn't be the case, especially since she has the Rumble Rumble Fruit."

...

Lin Muxue's expression turned grim. Ye Yu hadn't lied.

Soon, Lin Muxue understood.

"You don't care because you think it's impossible for me to become your subordinate, so you don't hold any hope. Also, since you've rejected my request again, you'll never have the chance to join. If you don't join, I'll only feel a slight regret, but as my level keeps rising, that regret will diminish until it disappears."

Ye Yu had no interest in continuing the argument.

"I still have to participate in the Mystic Realm. I won't waste more time with you. Li Cang, come on, let's spar."

Li Cang sneered inwardly, "Still thinking of participating in the Mystic Realm? After taking my punch, you'll be severely injured. Even if you have a healer, I'll smash your arm to pieces. The Mystic Realm won't last much longer. By the time you recover, it will have vanished. So don't even think about getting through."

Lin Muxue said gravely, "Don't let me down."

Li Cang knew that Lin Muxue was furious now, all because of Ye Yu. If he could seriously injure Ye Yu, Lin Muxue would feel much better, her favor toward him would increase, and she might even reward him with a hand to hold.

Thinking this, Li Cang assured her, "I definitely won't let you down, Xue Er."

As he spoke, the muscles in his right arm bulged, and he activated the power of the Might Might Fruit. His fist clenched, and his strength surged dramatically. The power continued to build, not just from his own strength but more from the fruit's power.

Without hesitation, Li Cang charged forward, throwing a fierce punch at Ye Yu.

In that moment, countless eyes were fixed intently on the scene.

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