Chapter 232: The MethoChapter 232: The Method of Eliminating the Curse!

Chapter 232: The Method of Eliminating the Curse!

"What? You can remove the curse!?" Hearing Rifan's words, Marigold couldn't help but widen her eyes. Even her tone suddenly elevated.

"Naturally," Rifan nodded slightly. "Although the 'curse' is quite mysterious, my power might be effective against it."

"If it's just a simple scar," Rifan thought, "I believe that some skincare products developed by Chopper and me can eliminate it. However, if it's indeed a curse, I suspect special methods will be needed to eradicate it."

Among the various Devil Fruit abilities Rifan had mastered, there happened to be one that was quite unique, perhaps possessing the ability to eliminate the curse.

"Rifan, are you serious?" Hancock stood up and looked at him with seriousness. The matter of eliminating the 'mark' was of utmost importance to her.

"I have no intention of joking about this," Rifan assured her. Then he continued. "A few days ago, Golden Lion's crew caused a commotion in the ocean. One of the scientists working for him created a highly dangerous virus that affected many, including members of the Marines. They offered me certain conveniences in exchange for my help in treating their afflicted soldiers. In the process, I relied on a specific ability."

Rifan possessed the Munch-Munch Fruit, which allowed him to isolate the zombie virus from a patient's body. He believed that this fruit, particularly its awakened version, might also be able to remove the curse afflicting the three sisters. Rifan didn't doubt the possibility.

With the Munch-Munch Fruit at its current stage, it could rapidly heal injuries. However, after awakening, Rifan believed it could potentially separate the conceptual curse from the sisters' bodies. Additionally, the 'Paramecia Devil Fruit Awakening Scroll' he acquired when defeating Hancock would provide both him and Chopper with the power of the awakened Munch-Munch Fruit.

After listening to Rifan's explanation, the three sisters fell into deep thought and gathered to discuss.

"Consider it carefully," Rifan advised. "I need to make some preparations back on the Black Pearl. I hope to hear your answers when I return."

Rifan stood up from his chair, waved his hand, opened the door, and left.

…

"Sister, do you think what the man said is true?" Sandersonia asked Hancock with a furrowed brow.

"I don't know, but he has a unique ability," Hancock replied. "It's quite distinct from others. Perhaps he truly has a way to remove our curse."

Marigold added, "In that case, let me give it a try. If he can remove the curse from me, then surely he can do the same for you, sister."

Although slightly worried, Hancock and Sandersonia couldn't find any reason to dissuade Marigold.

"However, why did he ask us to stay? He's talked about curses, but I'm not sure of his true intentions," Marigold pondered aloud. "Could it be that he's interested in one of us?"

Meanwhile, aboard the Black Pearl, on the deck.

"You haven't left yet, Miss Smoothie?" Rifan said as he landed on the Black Pearl's deck, his curiosity piqued by Smoothie's presence on the pirate ship bearing the flag of the Big Mom Pirates.

"Well, since you have no intention of attacking us, Rifan, there should be no danger in us staying here," Smoothie replied with a smile.

"Under these circumstances, why not take the opportunity to get to know you better?" she added playfully.

Rifan chuckled, saying, "I suppose you want to learn more about the strength of the Black Pearl Pirates."

"Indeed," Smoothie admitted with a grin. "After all, Rifan, you and I are destined to be together. I want to use this time to get to know you better."

Rifan smiled back, "Heh, Miss Smoothie, the odds of us becoming a couple are incredibly low. Unless, of course, you're willing to marry me to join the Black Pearl Pirates."

"I have matters to attend to, and I can't spare much time for you right now. If you want to stay, feel free."

With those words, Rifan walked towards Franky's workshop aboard the Black Pearl.

"Captain Rifan!"

In Franky's workshop, Chopper and Franky heard approaching footsteps and turned their heads.

"Yo, Chopper, Frankey," Rifan greeted them with a smile. "Are you two working on synthetic weapons again?"

Chopper grinned and raised his hand. "Hehe, you know, I find machinery fascinating, even though Franky here stuffs me with all sorts of weapons when we're working on them."

"Chopper's ability is truly remarkable," Franky remarked. "It's as if he was born to be a master at remodelling!"

Franky struck his signature pose and boasted, "With Chopper's help, I'm determined to provide the best support for the Black Pearl."

Hearing their praise, Rifan couldn't help but feel proud. Originally, he had hoped Chopper would pursue the path of martial arts, considering Chopper's unique kung fu abilities in the original book. However, it appeared that Chopper was now heading down the path of mechanical transformation under Franky's guidance. In fact, Rifan had witnessed Chopper summon various cannons from his body on several occasions, making him look more like a re-modifier than Franky from a distance.

"Hehe, I guess I'll have to rely on both of you, then," Rifan said with a grin.

"As long as you both enjoy this ability, we can take it to the next level," Rifan suggested. "Perhaps in the future, the two of you can create an even more powerful weapon."

Without further ado, Rifan activated the awakening props he had acquired and touched the pirate tattoo on Chopper's body.

[Rifan, you're using the "Paramecia Devil Fruit Awakening Scroll on your "Ship Doctor"!]

["Ship Doctor" Tony Tony Chopper's personal attributes have been updated; please review them.]

[Pirates: Black Pearl Pirates (Level 3)]

[Name: Tony Tony Chopper]

[Age: 15 years old]

[Crew number: 08]

[Position: Ship Doctor (Expert)]

[Physical: 36833]

[Physical level: A level]

[Devil Fruit: Zoan · Human Fruit · Human Form, Munch-Munch Fruit · Awakening (TO)]

[Other skills: Germa 66 exoskeleton]

[Special Ability: Primary Armament Haki]

[Loyalty: 100 (Life and death go hand in hand)]

[Bounty: 100 million Berry]

[Rifan, your personal talent "Strengthen Partners, Equal Return" has been activated...]

With each reminder in his mind, Rifan felt a significant change in the capabilities of the Munch-Munch Fruit within him. He had a strong intuition that he could do much more with this fruit, including using its Devil Fruit ability while consuming the powers of other Devil Fruits. He also believed he could separate and merge abilities effortlessly.

Rifan even considered that he might be able to directly separate wounds in the human body, similar to the tyrant bear's ability!

"Is this what awakening feels like for the Munch-Munch Fruit?" Rifan mused. "Interesting! With this ability, I might be able to remove the 'curse' from the three Hancock sisters."

He was about to instruct Chopper to practice his newfound ability when another reminder appeared in his mind.

[Rifan, your crew member "Ship Doctor" Tony Tony Chopper has reached the "Master" level!]

[Special reward: Tony Tony Chopper receives 30,000 physical points, and you, as the captain, receive the "Advanced Observation Haki Awakening Scroll." To use this scroll, the user's Observation Haki needs to reach the intermediate level first.]

[When the crew rank reaches the "master" level, they will be able to randomly share an ability from the reincarnated captain, who is you, the captain! Commence random sharing... The random type has been determined, and Tony Tony Chopper has acquired the special Ability - Advanced Armament Haki!]

[Remarks: When any crew member's position level reaches the "master" level, the crew and captain will receive corresponding rewards!]

[Tony Tony Chopper's personal attributes have been updated; please review them!]

[Pirates: Black Pearl Pirates (Level 3)]

[Name: Tony Tony Chopper]

[Age: 15 years old]

[Crew number: 08]

[Position: Ship Doctor (Master)]

[Physical: 66833]

[Physical level: S level]

[Devil Fruit: Zoan · Human Fruit · Human Form, Munch-Munch Fruit · Awakening (TO)]

[Other skills: Germa 66 exoskeleton]

[Special Ability: Advanced Armament Haki]

[Loyalty: 100 (Life and death go hand in hand)]

[Bounty: 100 million Berry]