Super Card System - Chapter 471
Chapter 471: Witnessing History Once Again
As the Golden Bell resounded, the melodious voice of the earth spread throughout the entire Sky Island.
The resplendent melody echoed in Ian’s ears, but his heart was filled with a sense of lamentation. He turned to Enel, who stood beside him, and said, “Do you see it? Even mere mortals possess unwavering convictions! Each person holds their own measure of greatness.”
Enel remained silent. When he first saw the Golden Bell, his eyes lit up, thinking of ways to obtain it. However, as he witnessed Wyper striking the Golden Bell with fervor, he felt a profound impact for some reason.
For a long time, the Shandorians, who hailed from Skypiea, had been hiding on the fringes of the Sky Island. They fought against the Skypieans, the Blue Sea people, and even against Enel, the self-proclaimed god. Originally, Enel had never taken them seriously, regarding them as nothing more than some elusive mice. Occasionally, when he sensed their presence through his Mantra ability, he would simply strike them down with a lightning bolt without paying much attention. Enel had never truly understood these Shandorians.
However, now, this group of Shandorians had struck the Song of the Island above his own palace in the clouds…
Things that humans could accomplish were beyond the reach of Enel, the so-called “god.” Enel’s mood grew increasingly disheartened.
It could be said that Ian’s appearance shattered Enel’s illusions about himself as a “god.”
“You neither kill me nor expel me. What do you intend for me to do?” Enel asked Ian, brushing the bruise on his lips with his finger.
Ian scrutinized Enel from head to toe, his gaze making Enel feel a tingling sensation. Only after a moment did Ian respond, “My pirate crew is lacking a capable fighter.”
Indeed, in Ian’s pirate crew, there was currently only one high-end combatant, which was Fujitora. However, Fujitora was older than Ian and held the position of Vice Captain. He dedicated himself to managing the pirate crew wholeheartedly, which was already a handful of tasks. Therefore, Ian couldn’t always bring him along to engage in battles.
As for the other members of the Dragon Hunter Pirates, those slaves Ian brought from Mary Geoise, they are not specialized in combat. Although many of them possess considerable strength, most of the time they are responsible for the logistical work of the pirate crew. After all, one or two individuals cannot operate a large ship alone. A ship requires enough sailors, deck cleaning, cargo handling, sail repairs, and often intelligence gathering. All these tasks need manpower.
Groups like the Straw Hat Pirates, who can sail far on the sea with just a few people, truly have an advantage…
Therefore, Ian has always felt that he lacks someone who can fight alongside him at any time, a “hired thug” who can play the role of a villain!
Initially, Ian had his eye on Crocodile. However, Crocodile’s previous status as one of the Seven Warlords and his equal standing with Ian made it unlikely for him to join Ian’s pirate crew. As it turned out, Ian’s guess was correct. Crocodile would rather go to prison and did not seek help from Ian, who was in Alabasta at the time…
Now, due to the coincidence of Luffy and his crew’s adventure, Ian found himself swept into the Knock Up Stream and arrived at this Sky Island where Enel resides. Ian couldn’t help but think that Enel might be a suitable candidate.
Enel exuded an unparalleled arrogance, yet his power was unquestionable. In other words, he can both mock and fight, making him an ideal MT (Main Tank) combatant!
What’s even more interesting is that Ian’s ability is perfectly effective against Enel! That’s the best trump card. So, Ian made up his mind to bring Enel into the pirate crew.
Of course, Ian also understands that if he allows Enel to cause massive destruction on the island, solidifying Enel’s villainous image, it may not be wise to invite him into the pirate crew. Ian himself cannot tolerate someone irredeemable joining his pirate crew. That’s why he took the opportunity before Enel could use the Ark to launch a thunder attack and took him down.
In this way, Ian is actually reducing Enel’s sins. However, the consequence of this is that the grand battle that should have occurred on this Sky Island is now dissolved.
Ian was uncertain whether this turn of events was beneficial or detrimental. He speculated that without the formidable presence of Enel, the island’s inhabitants would not hold a lasting impression of the disaster. However, the process of reconciliation between the Skypieans and the Shandorians would undoubtedly face numerous obstacles.
Fortunately, there was Gan Fall, the former ruler of Skypiea. He had been committed to extinguishing the animosity between the Skypieans and the Shandorians. With a powerful figure capable of bringing them to the negotiating table, perhaps peace on the island could still be achieved…
That’s why Ian didn’t impose any conditions or demands when he led Wyper and his allies to find the Golden Bell. The Shandorians had fought for four hundred years to rekindle the flame atop the Milky Road and fulfill the wish of their great warrior, Kalgara. It seemed they were so frustrated that if they were unable to release that pent-up frustration, they would continue to drift towards extremism.
In Ian’s perspective, compared to the historical significance of Luffy ringing the Golden Bell, it might be more appropriate for the Shandorians themselves to be the ones to ring it…
Wyper had been striking the bell for a considerable time until he could no longer continue. He knelt before the Golden Bell, like other Shandorians, overwhelmed by emotion.
“Ian, can I go and treat him?” Chopper asked, held in the arms of Nami. Seeing Wyper’s bloodied arms, he couldn’t bear it and turned to Ian for permission.
Ian nodded. “Go ahead.”
Chopper jumped down from Nami’s embrace and hurriedly made his way to Wyper’s side. He began treating his injured arms. After venting his anger, Wyper no longer harbored any hostility towards the Straw Hat Pirates. He didn’t refuse Chopper’s treatment.
At that moment, Ian sensed a gaze directed towards him. He turned his head and met Robin’s hopeful eyes.
Ian smiled and said, “You too can go. You didn’t misinterpret anything. The Poneglyph lies atop the base of the Golden Bell. I told you that I would accompany you in your search, and now is the time!”
Robin’s face blossomed with a beguiling smile as she gracefully approached the Golden Bell. From the very moment her eyes beheld the majestic bell, her attention was ensnared by the ancient engravings adorning its base. For Robin, an avid seeker of the elusive true history, witnessing those familiar symbols etched before her was an exhilarating experience, igniting a fervent flame within her soul.
However, she didn’t know why Ian had brought the Shandorians here, so she held back her curiosity until she obtained Ian’s permission. Now, she couldn’t wait any longer and approached the base.
As Robin reached the base, she gently brushed away the moss, revealing the profound inscriptions on the massive stone. At that moment, Wyper, still kneeling with his hands, murmured, “Is this… the Poneglyph? The stone tablet that our ancestors swore to protect?”
“Yes, this is it!” a voice came from behind. Wyper turned around and saw Ian walking towards him.
Ian stood behind Wyper and cast a glance at Robin, who was reading the inscriptions of the Poneglyph. Then he addressed Wyper, “Your mission is complete. This companion of mine is the only archaeologist who understands the ancient text. She will pass on the content of this stone tablet and the true history…”
Wyper looked at Robin’s receding figure with a mix of astonishment and disbelief. Meanwhile, Robin turned back and smiled at Ian, as if expressing gratitude for his trust.
After a while, Robin walked over to Ian and said, “The inscriptions on this tablet reveal the location of the ancient weapon known as Poseidon, the weapon of the Sea Kings.”
Although Robin knew that the inscriptions on the stone tablet were related to ancient weapons, she didn’t hide anything and truthfully told Ian, “If you want to know more, I can tell you…”
Ian waved his hand and said, “No need to say it now. Keep it in your heart. If the time comes when we need it, then you can tell me.”
“Very well, Captain!” Robin acquiesced, a subtle smile playing on her lips. She lightly tapped her forehead with a finger, a silent gesture of acknowledgment to Ian.
Just then, a Shandorian guerrilla pointed to a nearby spot next to the stone tablet and asked, “Are these inscriptions also part of the true history?”
