To Brook, there was a chance that the future Shakky and the world's greatest sharpshooter, Silva, could surpass Fisher Tiger.
If Fisher Tiger were truly that strong—on par with an Admiral—then Fish-Man Island wouldn't need to fear any pirates. He alone could protect it.
And if the Marines had truly considered him a threat, they wouldn't have sent only Rear Admiral Strawberry to ambush him. After all, Tiger had openly challenged the World Governnt and Celestial Dragons, earning himself a personal bounty from them.
The fact that the Marines dispatched just one Rear Admiral showed how little they regarded his strength. To them, the Fish-n were never considered true adversaries.
Had Fisher Tiger trained under Brook from a young age, he might have beco even stronger—perhaps reaching the level of Jinbe, a forr mber of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, which ant elite Vice Admiral-level strength.
Fisher Tiger grew up in Fish-Man District without the guidance of a master. He gained strength through his adventures at sea, which was why he later placed great importance on martial arts education in Fish-Man District.
Jinbe, a native of Fish-Man District, had undergone rigorous training in Fish-Man Karate and Fish-Man Jujutsu from a young age under Tiger's leadership. He even learned Armant Haki.
That was why Jinbe succeeded Tiger as the strongest warrior of Fish-Man Island and later beca the second captain of the Sun Pirates—only to be recruited into the Seven Warlords of the Sea when the World Governnt threatened Fish-Man Island's safety.
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"It's not impossible for you to beco our apprentice crew mber, but what skills do you have?"
Normally, Antonio handled the ship's maintenance and chores, but managing such a massive vessel was exhausting. Though the crew helped when they could, having a capable new recruit to assist wouldn't be a bad idea.
If Fisher Tiger proved himself, he could eventually beco a full-fledged combatant.
"Captain Brook! I grew up in Fish-Man District. I can endure any hardship! Cleaning, carrying supplies, fighting, tending to the wounded—I can do it all!"
Fisher Tiger spoke with excitent, sneaking a glance at Tom. As expected, the final decision rested with the captain—Tom's opinion didn't matter much.
Tom sighed, giving up on stopping Tiger. It was up to him and the captain now.
"Very well. From now on, Antonio's chores are your responsibility. Don't let catch you slacking, or I'll send you straight back to Fish-Man Island!"
Brook wasn't concerned about the future liberation of slaves in Mary Geoise or what would beco of the future Pirate Empress. Ever since arriving in this world, everything had been changing.
He needed to focus on building his own strength. Perhaps, one day, he could even alter the course of history. Who knew what the future held?
"Yes, Captain Brook!!"
Fisher Tiger nodded so vigorously he looked like a pecking chick.
"Haha~ If I weren't so fascinated by the secrets of the 'Forest of the Sea,' I'd have joined Big Bro on his adventures long ago!"
Den arrived with a cart filled with fresh seafood and sea beast at, glancing enviously at the newly recruited Tiger.
"It's for the best. The seas are far too dangerous right now."
Tom imdiately shut down his younger brother's ambitions. Den had a bright future as a scholar—he couldn't let him throw it away for a pirate's life.
"I know, Big Bro. Just make sure to tell all about your adventures. I'll turn them into epic stories."
Den was rely joking. He had a gentle personality—completely unsuited for the pirate life.
"Here, take this. It's a special Den Den Mushi for the Hell Pirates. Take good care of it, and now you can talk to Tom anyti you like!"
Antonio handed Den a uniquely modified Den Den Mushi, one he had personally trained for multi-functionality. Even the captain approved of its quality.
"Thanks! Tom, make sure to call often!"
Den carefully put away the Den Den Mushi and listened attentively as Antonio explained its preferred food and care instructions.
...
For the first ti, Brook and his crew sampled Fish-Man Island's unique sea beast delicacies. Many of the deep-sea fish were creatures they had never seen before—such as the elephant fish, which had a trunk and tusks, and the bizarre Han Guo fish, which resembled a stick.
The world was truly full of wonders.
The crew decided to rest in Fish-Man District for the night before heading to Ryugu Kingdom, visiting locations such as rmaid Cove, Gyoncorde Plaza, and Fish Folly Manor.
How could they co all this way and not et the rmaids? At the very least, they had to snap a few photos with their photography Den Den Mushi and Image Dial!
The next day...
The crew ventured into Fish-Man Island's upper district. Unlike the rundown, dimly lit Fish-Man District, this area was bathed in light, filled with luxurious buildings and a noble, romantic atmosphere.
"No matter where you go, a class hierarchy exists. Even on Fish-Man Island, oppressed by the World Governnt, there's still a vast gap in living conditions."
Brook sighed. The world of pirates was still ruled by monarchy and even slavery. The existence of kings and nobles ant commoners who lacked power had no choice but to submit.
As criminals who had taken down Celestial Dragons, the Hell Pirates were not welco in Ryugu Kingdom. King Mars refused to receive them, shutting his doors entirely.
With no choice but to abandon their plans of visiting the palace, the crew relaxed at the rmaid Café, sipping coffee while admiring the beautiful rmaids.
Even Redfield, usually the embodint of aloofness, sneaked glances at the rmaids under the cover of his coffee cup, thinking no one noticed.
When Shakky posed for photos with the rmaids, Brook shalessly joined in, while Redfield and Silva hesitated, their pride holding them back.
In the end, after so teasing from Brook, they threw caution to the wind and took plenty of group photos together...
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Early the next morning, white doves carrying fresh newspapers and bounty posters spread across the four seas, the Grand Line, and even the New World.
In Skypiea, Mortomas received the latest Marine bounty updates. Since they had no official cooperation with the Marines, they had to wait for the original bounty posters to be issued before printing their own black-market copies.
The previous day, Antonio had contacted them via Den Den Mushi.
"What?! Captain Brook took down a Celestial Dragon? And even eliminated World Peace Dove News Agency's Toko?!"
Mortomas' heart pounded so violently he thought it might burst. He never imagined Brook would be this fearless!
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