5. Getting adopted as Whitebeard’s Son.

│3rd Person POV│

[Grand Line, New World, Sphinx, Moby-Dick…]

At this moment, more than a dozen Division COmmanders' attention was all fixated on Ron, their eyes brimming with curiosity and anticipation

This included Whitebeard seated in the main position, who was no exception to the collective intrigue. Given that this ability involved copying the unique powers of any Devil Fruit users, the potential for success was of immense value even if it were limited to just three copies.

"Success!"

Upon regaining awareness, Ron lifted his head and informed Thatch, "Commander Thatch, I succeeded. I can now access the power of the Phoenix Fruit."

Ron raised his hand, summoning a ball of blue fire.

"It's indeed Marco's healing fire!"

"It actually worked!"

"Oh my god, this copying fruit is undoubtedly the most amazing fruit I've ever seen in my life."

The surrounding Commanders and crew members couldn't contain their excitement, as they were quite familiar with the unique aura that Marco's Phoenix fire emits, they could tell right away that the blue fire in Ron's hand was really the power of the Phoenix fruit.

They couldn't help but cheer loudly.

Their jubilation reflected not only their awe at the abilities Ron displayed but also the prospect of the potential replication of Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit.

They were extremely excited just imagining the situation where Whitebeard Pirates had two people with Tremor-Tremor Fruit's abilities.

Whitebeard alone could suppress the sea with his might while holding titles such as the Emperor of the Sea and Strongest Man in the World.

If Ron could master the Tremor-Tremor Fruit's power in the future, the Whitebeard Pirates wouldn't have to care about anyone else then.

Amid the cheers, Marco and others eagerly extended invitations to Ron, each offering him a role in their respective teams.

"Little Ron, do you want to come to my Division?"

"Little Ron, come to our Third Division, I will make you one of the Lieutenants!"

"Little Ron, my Thirteenth Division is extremely suitable for you. Come to my team. I will give you the position of Vice-Commander."

"..."

A pirate with such potential was a huge temptation for anyone.

However, Thatch vehemently opposed these attempts. He declared angrily, "Assholes! Do you guys think that I am dead? Ron belongs to my Fourth Division. Get out of here."

*Ahem~*

Seeing Thatch's anger, Marco and the others on the side coughed in embarrassment.

They got too excited. Otherwise, they wouldn't try to poach so publically.

Such a thing should be done in private. By the time Thatch found out, it would be impossible to stop Ron from being transferred.

Of course, they would have to get Ron's agreement for that first.

Ron stepped forward and expressed, "Thank you very much for all your love, respectable Commanders. However, without Commander Thatch's help, I would have died at the hands of some no-name pirates.

"Commander Thatch saved me from certain death. Even the Copy-Copy Fruit that I ate was given to me by him. So, I will always be a member of the Fourth Division. 

Facing such a stern rejection, the Commanders couldn't help but show slight disappointment.

But the disappointment in the next moment as they recognized and admired Ron's loyalty. They were satisfied with his character of repaying back the kindness bestowed upon him.

"Gurarararara~!"

At this moment, Whitebeard boomed with laughter. He was also satisfied with Ron's words.

Looking at Ron with a serious expression, he asked, "Little Ron, are you willing to carry my name on your back and roam across the seas to your heart's content!?"

As soon as those words came out, every bit of noise died down from the surroundings.

Whitebeard's question didn't just show his appreciation for Ron's loyalty. It also implied that he was willing to adopt Ron as his son.

Almost all those present have experienced this, they know the value of this moment. They eagerly waited for Ron to express his willingness.

"I am willing!" Ron declared without any hesitation. 

Whitebeard Pirate Crew.

The crew member's loyalty to each other and their Captain was second only to the Strawhats Pirates.

The Whitebeard Pirates do have an ugly smear in the form of Teach.

However, their loyalty to the crew and the crew Captain was so great that even two years after Whitebeard's death, they continued to obey his orders till their last breath.

Especially Whitebeard.

There is no doubt about his charisma.

When he decided to go to war against the Marines in order to rescue Ace, all Whitebeard Pirates allies showed up to support him. Not even a single subordinate captain decided to bail out of the war.

"Gurararara~!"

Whitebeard laughed loudly again and stood up from his seat.

He announced loudly for the entire crew to listen, "From now on, Ron is my son, Whitebeard's son.

"Carry my name and travel around the world. I look forward to your journey.

"Children, let's have a welcoming feast for Ron."

As soon as those words came out, the whole place erupted in an uproar.

Amid everyone's cheer, countless varieties of meats, wines, fruits, and vegetables were prepared. The whole Whitebeard Pirate crew fell into celebration.

During the celebration and revelry, Ron, being the star of the occasion, had to exchange drinks with almost all the Division Commanders and other prominent figures of the Whitebeard Pirates.

After countless drinks, Ron soon fell into a drunken stupor.

This scene immediately caused everyone to laugh.

Nonetheless, the atmosphere remained festive, with everyone cheering for Ron and welcoming his arrival into the Whitebeard Pirates.

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│3rd Person POV│

[Grand Line, New World, Sphinx, Moby-Dick]

"Ugh~! My head's killing me."

The next day, Ron awoke with a hangover, feeling the repercussions of his first drinking experience.

Despite the discomfort, he persisted and emerged from his quarters after a brief wash-up, being greeted by the remnants of the previous night's festivities.

The kitchen became his refuge, where he hastily prepared food to alleviate his hunger.

"Hey Ron!"

Thatch's voice interrupted Ron's solitary meal, as he approached, another person could be seen walking just behind him.

He had curly black hair, some freckles on his face, a cowboy hat, his upper body bare, and a huge tattoo mark of the Whitebeard Pirates could also be seen on his back.

Fire Fist Ace, was a distinctive member of the Whitebeard Pirates, and he was also the same person for whom the Whitebeard Pirates and its allies fought against the Marines and the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

"Commander Thatch! Brother Ace!"

Acknowledging their presence, Ron greeted them, continuing to replenish his strength. The interaction hinted at an improvement in his physical abilities, possibly due to the assimilation of the Phoenix Fruit's power.

"Haha, you guys were quite the sight yesterday."

Thatch and Ace joined Ron, grabbing food without hesitation.

While eating, they asked at the same time, "By the way, Ron, do you want to go out to sea for an adventure?"

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A/N: As stated in the Synopsis, this Fanfic is a translation of a Chinese FanFic.

MTL Name: Navigation: The New King Of The Whitebeard Group, Copying The Phoenix At The Beginning.

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