CHAPTER

In the heart of the bustling auction house on Sabaody Archipelago, where the air crackled with excitement and fortunes changed hands with every bid, Eustass Kid sat stoically beside his loyal first mate, Killer. The cacophony of voices and the whirlwind of activity around him seemed to fade into the background as he stared blankly ahead, his mind lost in a sea of thoughts.

Suddenly, as if jolted awake by an unseen force, Kid's eyes shot open in confusion. His gaze darted around the room, taking in the opulent displays, the eager buyers, and the exotic items up for auction. Killer, ever observant, noticed the change in his captain's demeanor and leaned in, concern etched on his features.

"What's the matter, Kid?" Killer inquired, his voice low amidst the din of the auction house.

Kid blinked, momentarily caught off guard by the question. He quickly masked his surprise with a nonchalant shrug, though a hint of unease lingered in his expression. "No, no, it's nothing," Kid replied with forced casualness, waving off Killer's concern. "Just a passing thought, that's all."

In the depths of his own thoughts, Eustass Kid couldn't help but feel a surge of disbelief and realization wash over him. As if speaking to himself in the recesses of his mind, he muttered, "Holy... I've become Kid in One Piece." The weight of this revelation hit him like a ton of bricks, the lines between reality and fiction blurring in his mind.

It had started so innocuously. Just another day, another hike through the rugged terrain. But fate had a cruel twist in store for him when the earth beneath his feet gave way, trapping him in a deadly landslide. As darkness encroached and his breaths grew shallow, Kid succumbed to the suffocating embrace of death.

Yet, in that final moment, a surreal dream unfolded before his fading consciousness. It was a dream unlike any other, a vivid tapestry that unveiled Kid's entire childhood, every triumph, every loss, every battle fought and won. It was as if the veil of time had been lifted, revealing the intricate threads that had woven together to form the enigma known as Eustass Kid.

[DING...]

[SYSTEM ONLINE...]

As the melodic chime of the system activation rang in Kid's ears, a sly grin crept across his face, a glint of excitement in his eyes. "What's your function, system?" Kid inquired, his curiosity piqued by the possibilities that lay before him.

The system's response echoed in his mind, its words clear and concise. "Host, as long as you complete tasks that I assign, you will receive rewards," it stated matter-of-factly.

"Alright, then. What's the first task?" Kid asked eagerly, his anticipation growing with each passing moment. "And don't forget my novice package," he added, a hint of impatience in his voice.

The system's directive echoed in Kid's mind, its words laden with challenge and danger. "Host, your first task is to kill three Celestial Dragons," it declared, the weight of the mission evident in its tone.

Kid's smirk widened into a grin at the daunting nature of the task. "Well, that's a tough one," he remarked with a hint of amusement, his eyes glinting with a mix of excitement and determination.

[DING...]

[NOVICE GIFT LOADING...]

[- Celesticor]

Description: Celesticor is an extraordinary potion of supreme purification, renowned for its unmatched ability to cleanse every cell and fiber of your being. Its potency is unparalleled, swiftly sweeping through your body to expel impurities and restore vitality with unparalleled strength.

[- Holy Body]

Description: The holy body possesses an extraordinary ability to repel curses, rendering them utterly ineffective against its sacred form. 

"System, fuse the Holy Body with me," he commanded, his voice tinged with anticipation.

In response to his request, a radiant glow enveloped Kid's form, suffusing him with divine energy. His scarred skin began to shimmer and transform, the marks fading away as if they were never there. Gradually, his entire body underwent a profound change, becoming smoother, more pristine, and infused with an indescribable sense of well-being.

Kid couldn't help but revel in the newfound sensation coursing through him. The fusion of the Holy Body with his own being had not only erased his physical imperfections but also imbued him with a heightened sense of strength and purity. With each breath, he felt the power of the holy energy coursing through his veins, a tangible reminder of his growing influence in the world of One Piece.

As he looked upon his transformed self, Kid's smirk widened into a grin of satisfaction.