Jessie took a deep breath, then activated the console. "Check in," he commanded, his voice both confident and eager.
The familiar, calm voice of the system echoed in his mind:[SYSTEM: Congratulations! You have acquired the Anywhere Door.]
For a moment, Jessie's eyes widened in astonishment. The Anywhere Door—a device that could transport its user across any distance—was a legendary artifact spoken of in hushed tones among adventurers. It promised the power to travel anywhere without the constraints of physical distance. But that was not all.
Soon, the system's voice resumed:[SYSTEM: Congratulations! You have acquired a Fusion Stone. The Fusion Stone can merge two items into one, combining their properties and forging new capabilities.]
Jessie grinned, his mind already racing with ideas. By fusing the Anywhere Door with the capabilities of his Voidreign ship, he could create a vessel that could teleport to any location, including back to Amazon Lily at will. His imagination soared at the thought of being unbound by the distance and time that had so often constrained his ambitions.
And then, the final announcement:[SYSTEM: Congratulations! You have acquired the Devil Fruit Mirā Mirā no Mi (Mirror-Mirror Fruit), Paramecia type. This fruit allows you to reflect damage, abilities, or even positions using mirror space.]
Jessie blinked, a spark of mischief lighting his eyes. The Devil Fruit—its potential both bewildering and enticing—was now in his hands. Though he did not yet understand who had bestowed it upon him, he knew it was a prize that would further cement Voidreign's reputation as a force not to be trifled with.
Overwhelmed by the sudden surge of power, Jessie confirmed the rewards into the system's storage. His internal inventory now contained the following extraordinary gifts:
Anywhere Door
Fusion Stone
Devil Fruit Mirā Mirā no Mi
4 Super Serum Soldier vials (previously claimed)
1 Perfect Repairing Gene vial (previously claimed)
Props Unlimited Food (previously claimed)
A satisfied chuckle escaped him as he observed the new items materializing in the holographic interface of his system space. With a decisive nod, he initiated a series of commands. "Integrate the Anywhere Door and Fusion Stone into the Voidreign ship," he ordered. Energy rippled through the ship's infrastructure as the two items fused with the vessel's core. In an instant, the Voidreign was endowed with the incredible power of teleportation. Now, with a thought of the return point, the ship could vanish from the open sea and reappear at Amazon Lily or any other desired location.
Satisfied with the integration, Jessie leaned back and examined the newly acquired Devil Fruit. Its surface shimmered with an almost hypnotic iridescence, mirroring its namesake. He pocketed it carefully in a secure compartment reserved for items of indescribable power, not yet ready to reveal its true potential. The system's rewards were now firmly established; the stage was set for the next chapter of their saga.
--------
Down on the main deck, the crew was blissfully unaware of the intricate workings inside the captain's quarters, yet the air was heavy with expectation. The Voidreign's crew was composed of a diverse array of individuals who had grown together through countless battles and shared triumphs. Each member embodied a unique aspect of the ship's strength:
Jessie, the fearless and visionary Captain, now seemingly untouchable with his increasing array of powers.
Uta, the melodious singer, whose captivating voice could both heal and inspire.
Kuina, the formidable swordsman, who had recently taken to Ultra Instinct with a grace and ferocity that elevated her status to Emperor Level.
BlackEye, the once-unassuming panda turned stalwart pet, now a force in his own right as a Pseudo-Emperor.
Vash the Stampede, the cool-headed gunslinger, whose precision was now legendary.
Meruem, the mysterious and fiercely intelligent newcomer, standing as the embodiment of raw fighting potential.
In the communal quarters, as the crew went about their daily activities, Uta's gentle strumming filled the air. Kuina practiced her sword forms with an intensity that belied her quiet determination, her blue hair gradually shifting toward a brilliant white hue—one sign of her growing mastery over Ultra Instinct. Vash was busy reloading his revolver with newfound efficiency, while Meruem maintained a low profile, his piercing gaze occasionally meeting those of his comrades with an unreadable expression.
BlackEye, ever the picture of nonchalance, continued to savor his bamboo, occasionally glancing at the bustling scene with an almost knowing look. As for Jessie, he stepped out onto the deck, a satisfied smile playing on his lips as he surveyed the scene. His eyes flickered with secret pride every time he observed Kuina's graceful yet deadly practice or caught Uta humming softly, lost in her art.
"Everything is falling into place," he murmured to himself, his voice barely audible over the background hum of the ship's engines.
An informal gathering soon formed by the Senzu Bean Tree—a living symbol of resurrection and endurance planted at the center of the Voidreign. Crew members clustered around the tree, discussing its miraculous properties and how it had helped mend wounds during previous skirmishes. BlackEye even paused his perpetual snack to nod in appreciation at the tree's glowing fruit.
A Private Banquet of Strategy and Celebration
Later that evening, as twilight gave way to starlight, Jessie convened an intimate banquet in the ship's grand dining hall. The ambiance was warm and inviting, illuminated by a dozen floating lanterns that cast shimmering reflections across the polished surfaces. The room buzzed with laughter, the clinking of glasses, and the rustling of parchment as plans for the next stage of their journey were shared.
Jessie raised his glass, a glint of pride and anticipation in his eyes. "Tonight, we celebrate our new strengths and the boundless possibilities they bring to us."
The crew erupted in cheers, their voices a chorus of fervor and unyielding loyalty. Uta clapped enthusiastically, while Kuina looked on with a determined gleam in her eyes. Vash offered a relaxed, confident smile, and even Meruem—usually so reserved—seemed to acknowledge the moment with a subtle nod of respect. BlackEye simply returned to his bamboo, though his eyes occasionally sparkled with a hidden fire.
Between bites of sumptuous food courtesy of the Unlimited Food Props, Jessie took a moment to privately review the system's inventory on his small holo-console. "Super Serum Soldiers, Perfect Repairing Genes, and now the Devil Fruit Mirā Mirā no Mi," he whispered, half to himself and half to the buzzing room. "Our arsenal is unlike anything this world has ever seen."