After the initial excitement, Qiling gradually calmed down.
While this world had no shortage of beauties, it was also extremely dangerous. Without strength, one could easily become cannon fodder.
Qiling took a deep breath and thought to himself, "Open the novice gift bag!"
"Ding! Congratulations to the host, you have obtained the power of Pain (Nagato)!"
"Pain? Isn't that a character from Naruto? I can even acquire abilities from another world?!" Qiling's eyes widened in shock and excitement. If this were true, then he could become invincible!
"Ding! As this system has previously stated, it ignores the natural laws of this world, allowing the host to surpass all limits and become the strongest!"
"This system is incredible!"
Qiling clenched his fists, overwhelmed with exhilaration. He casually reached out, and in an instant, he activated Banshō Ten'in and Shinra Tensei effortlessly! The abilities flowed through him as if he had been born with them.
"Ding!"
Suddenly, a new notification appeared in his mind. A virtual screen materialized before him, displaying his stats:
Name: Qiling Age: 18 Sex: Male Humanoid Mode Ability: Full power of Pain Beast Mode Ability: None (Requires devouring human emotions to enhance and acquire abilities) Emotional Value: 0 (Reach 1000 to draw a lottery or enhance strength) Bounty: 0 Berries Comprehensive Ability: A-rank (Ordinary General Level)
"Even with Pain's abilities, I'm only A-rank in this world?"
Qiling frowned slightly. The world of One Piece was more treacherous than he had anticipated.
Pain was a formidable boss in Naruto, but here, he was only at the level of an ordinary general. However, after a moment's thought, he understood.
Nagato had always been physically weak, which limited his potential despite wielding the Rinnegan. Moreover, One Piece had its own monstrous powers—some Devil Fruit users possessed abilities akin to gods, making them incredibly challenging opponents.
"Still, general-level power is enough! Even if I encounter someone stronger, I can at least escape!"
Qiling's confidence surged once more.
Just then—
Click!
The sound of the door unlocking snapped him out of his thoughts.
"Could that crazy woman be back?" Qiling smirked. "Perfect timing! The boss and the employer should have some fun now."
However, his expectations were quickly shattered.
The person who entered wasn't the woman from earlier, but a male guard—the very same one who had captured him before.
Hearing strange noises from inside, the guard had come to investigate. The moment he spotted a naked, unfamiliar man in the room, his expression shifted drastically. He immediately unsheathed his sword and shouted, "Who are you?! Why are you in the princess's chamber?!"
Qiling sneered, crossing his arms. "You don't recognize me? You're the one who captured me."
The guard's eyes widened in shock. "What?! You're that strange prisoner—"
Before he could finish his sentence, his body was yanked forward uncontrollably.
Snap!
Qiling caught the man by the throat, his grip like an iron vice. His eyes gleamed coldly.
"You bastard, do you have any idea how much it hurts to be shot in the ass?" Qiling hissed.
Back when he was captured, this very guard had fired a shot into his backside.
The guard's face contorted in fear and anger. He tightened his grip on his sword and thrust it toward Qiling's abdomen.
"Shinra Tensei!"
With a mere thought, Qiling unleashed the repulsive force.
Boom!
The guard was sent hurtling across the room, crashing into the wall with a painful grunt.
"Enemy attack! Enemy attack!" The wounded man roared, struggling to stand before turning to flee.
Qiling's eyes flashed with killing intent. "Trying to run? Die!"
Whoosh!
The guard's sword, lying on the floor, suddenly lifted into the air—propelled by Shinra Tensei—and shot straight into his back.
Thud!
The man let out a bloodcurdling scream before collapsing lifelessly to the ground.
"Ding! Gained +9 fear emotion points from unknown guard!"
Qiling felt a faint surge of power ripple through his body.
"So this is the power of emotions…" He mused, narrowing his eyes.
Just then, reinforcements stormed into the room. The guards, witnessing the gruesome scene, were both enraged and horrified.
This was the room of Celestial Dragon Princess Ellie!
Someone had dared to commit murder here!
"Kill him!" The guards roared, drawing their weapons and charging at Qiling.
"Scram!"
Qiling bellowed and activated Shinra Tensei once more—this time, with even greater force.
Boom!
The shockwave blasted the guards away. Some were sent flying through walls, others crumpled to the ground, either dead or gravely wounded.
"Ding! Gained +9 fear emotion points!"
"Ding! Gained +9 fear emotion points!"
"Ding! Gained +9 fear emotion points!"
Within mere minutes, most of the guards had been wiped out, and Qiling's emotional value had surged to 180.
"It seems the maximum fear value for ordinary people is 9... I wonder if stronger opponents will yield more."
Qiling smirked, already anticipating his next battle.
The system had not provided Qiling with a detailed explanation of emotional value. He would have to figure it out on his own.
"No matter! First, I need to take revenge on that woman who humiliated me!"
Qiling clenched his fists, his eyes burning with determination.
Among the fallen bodies, one guard still clung to life. Seizing him by the collar, Qiling's voice was icy as he demanded, "Where did the woman from this room go?"
The guard trembled, his face pale with fear. "P-Princess Ellie... She went to see the king. She should be at the palace..."
Snap!
Without hesitation, Qiling twisted the guard's neck, ending his life in an instant. He had already memorized the layout of this place upon his arrival. This wasn't a vast continent—it was merely a small island, predominantly inhabited by Celestial Dragons. Finding the palace wouldn't be difficult.
"Ding! Gained +9 fear emotion points!"
After disposing of the last of the guards, Qiling rummaged through the area and found some clothing to wear. Once dressed, he strode out confidently.
Since this was the palace of a Celestial Dragon princess, no commoner dared to approach. With all the guards eliminated, no one was aware of the massacre that had just occurred.
As Qiling stepped onto the bustling streets, he was immediately struck by the overwhelming arrogance of the Celestial Dragons. Their presence alone instilled fear in the common people, who despised them but lacked the courage to resist.
Whenever a Celestial Dragon noble walked the streets, ordinary citizens scrambled to the sides, kneeling with their heads lowered in forced submission.
Just then, a nobleman adorned in luxurious garments paraded down the street. He sported a mustache and carried himself with an air of supreme arrogance. Behind him was a massive cage.
Inside the cage, three young girls—no older than twelve or thirteen—huddled together, their innocent eyes filled with terror.
The crowd instinctively parted to make way for the nobleman. Only Qiling remained unmoved, standing his ground.
A passerby beside him grabbed his arm urgently. "Young man, move aside! If you block the path of a Celestial Dragon, you'll suffer consequences worse than death!"