Chapter 200: Gift of the Sun Fruit, Crew Test!
Chapter 200: Gift of the Sun Fruit, Crew Test!
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Ryuunosuke took a deep breath as he studied the glowing fruit in his palm. The intense heat it radiated made his suspicions all the more real—but he said nothing for now. Quietly, he stashed the Devil Fruit and rose from his seat, making his way toward Escanor.
He could’ve easily summoned someone else to deliver the message or call the crew. But no. Escanor insisted on doing the menial tasks himself. He claimed he was used to it—that this kind of life felt more real.
To many on the ship, it was baffling how someone so humble and good-natured could be one of the legendary Seven Deadly Sins—the embodiment of Pride no less. Even now, many of the junior crewmen still thought he was just another sturdy handyman.
But Ryuunosuke knew better.
"Captain," Escanor greeted cheerfully, placing a freshly shaken cocktail on a tray. "Do you need anything? I tried adjusting the citrus blend this time!"
The broad grin on his face was full of warmth. It was difficult to believe this gentle, middle-aged man was once feared across kingdoms.
Ryuunosuke looked him in the eye.
"Escanor," he began, his tone calm but serious. "Your powers are connected to the sun, right?"
Escanor nodded without hesitation. "Yes. At noon, or when I release the solar energy sealed within my artifact, my strength multiplies significantly for a short time."
He wasn’t hiding anything. Escanor’s loyalty to Ryuunosuke was unquestionable.