Fishman in One Piece

Chapter 27 Hody's Actions and the Development of Skills

Hody exited Arlong's residence with a somber expression and proceeded forward in silence.

Shortly after turning a corner, a group of fishmen approached him.

"What happened Hody? What did Brother Arlong say? "

One fishman exclaimed eagerly, "How many people can he mobilize? This time, we must kill that scoundrel Brett! "

Despite becoming a Dragon Palace soldier, Hody maintained his ties to Fishman Street. Like Arlong, he has several comrades from his childhood.

Hody refrained from responding.

One fishman sensed his distress, "Hody, what's the matter? Why do you appear troubled? "

"How disheartening! "

Hody concealed his face with his hands, his shoulders quaking as he wept, "Brother Arlong, my most esteemed brother Arlong - wu -"

"He wants to observe whether Brett could alter the situation! How could he say such a thing! ! ! Wuaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah! ! ! "

Several fishmen nearby were taken aback. Hody, are you crying? And he was sobbing audibly.

"Fuck ! ! Fuck ! ! Brett You bitch! ! "

Tears streamed down Hody's face as he looked utterly despondent, "Brother Arlong, how could you let this happen? ! "

"Under these circumstances, wouldn't the aspiration of constructing an unparalleled fish-man empire with Brother Arlong be obliterated? "

"Hody, hey—"

The fishmen suddenly felt their throats dry and their hearts constricting. Before they could voice their concern, Hody's wailing ceased.

He removed his hands from his face, his cheeks wet with tears, yet his expression was exceedingly serene, and he sighed softly, "What a pity, Brother Arlong, I held such faith in you."

"Hody? Are you alright? "

A fishman tentatively called out Hody's name.

Hody appeared significantly intimidating at the moment. It was truly unsettling.

"Jiahahahaha! "

Hody abruptly erupted in laughter, "In that case, I must fulfill this dream on my own."

The fishmen became invigorated. They had supported Hody since his youth, sharing thoughts identical to his, "Hody, what is your plan? "

"The presence of Brett and Jinbei is incredibly bothersome. Even Brother Arlong has been altered by them. If this persists, the entirety of Fishman Street may be absorbed by them. "

"While Brett is insignificant, Hody, Jinbei is exceptionally powerful. " a fishman exclaimed.

"Jiahahahaha, it doesn't matter. I have nearly located where the Tamatebako Box is concealed. Although it may not be the safest time yet, I can no longer afford to worry about that. I just need an opportunity. "

Hody chuckled, "Let's go, we require more allies! "

Life on Fishman Island is fraught with challenges as well.

On Brett's side, training is ongoing.

The day after Hody sought Arlong, Jinbei informed Brett about the situation.

Despite sensing that Arlong might have undergone some changes, Jinbei remained vigilant of him. What if his previous behavior was merely a act?

Hody's actions raised some concern for Brett.

Hody represents a significantly more extreme racial viewpoint than Arlong.

'I really need to find an opportunity to deal with him.'

However, Hody has been stationed in the army of the Dragon Palace and rarely does he to Fishman Street, thus making it difficult to ascertain his location.

Is an incursion into Dragon Palace a viable option?

This is, of course, out of the question.

Therefore, Brett could only say, "Brother Jinbei, ensure that someone monitors Hody. He exhibits even more extremism than Brother Arlong. It is possible he may take action. "

Jinbei's response was direct: "In that case, I will enlist the help of my former colleagues in the army to keep watch over him."

Within the Ryugu Palace military, Jinbei holds more seniority compared to Hody, and many of his acquaintances have already attained significant ranks.

'This will do for now, I just need to wait for an opportunity.'

Although Hody has yet to take any action, based on the longstanding animosity he harbors, Brett believes that even if he were to kill him ten times over, it would still be justified.

During breaks in his training, he would frequently visit the Mermaid Cafe, and through these visits, he became quite acquainted with Shyarly's staff.

While the mermaid ladies often enjoyed playfully teasing him, they are all genuinely good-hearted—enthusiastic, kind, vibrant, and charming.

However, their behavior can occasionally be somewhat bothersome.

They possess a keen curiosity regarding the world above the ocean and frequently bombard Brett with inquiries.

"Is the sun excessively bright? "

"What does an authentic forest look like? "

"How does the rain feel? "

Even a young human child could answer their questions with ease, yet Brett did not perceive this as childishness.

He simply recognized their longing.

Though they yearn for it, that which they desire remains out of reach.

It is an unfortunate reality that although Brett shared stories with the mermaid ladies, he consistently emphasized the importance of not venturing into the sea without permission.

"Why? " the young girl Nana asked with curiosity.

"Because humans can be dangerous. "

Shyarly clarified for her, "They will capture you, and then you will never see your mother again. "

Nana was so frightened that she began to cry.

While it may not be advisable to excessively propagate fear regarding humans—considering that many among them are kind—this cautionary approach is not harmful for children who may lack discernment.

Days continued in this manner, and Bett's life became exceedingly monotonous. The only noteworthy aspect was the gradual increase in the intensity of Jinbei's training.

However, the effects of the training in Armament Haki and Observation Haki remain absent for the time being.

Brett was not disheartened. If the mastery of Haki were that straightforward, it would not have become a refined power capable of competing with Devil Fruit abilities.

Nonetheless, the effectiveness of the Fishbody techniques has significantly advanced under Jinbei's instruction.

In contrast to the enigmatic nature of Haki, both Fishman Karate and Fishman Jujutsu have well-established methods and techniques that have been handed down through the ages, with Jinbei being a renowned master in this discipline.

Time has passed swiftly, and Brett has been back on Fish-Man Island for over a month.

On a particular day during a training session.

"You have largely grasped the fundamentals,"

After sending Brett flying with a punch, Jinbei folded his arms and remarked, "Your control over water still requires refinement. "

"No matter how aesthetically pleasing your posture may appear, it serves no purpose if you cannot accurately manipulate the water; without precise control, achieving maximum power remains unattainable. "

The manipulation of water constitutes the core of Fishbody techniques.

Particularly in Fishman Karate, where the focus is on harnessing the water within the body, while Fishman Jujutsu is concerned with controlling external water.

By mastering water control, the liquid within the body is transformed into energy, allowing for a powerful release that can produce shockwaves strong enough to penetrate a giant creature with bare hands.

Brett has not yet excelled in this aspect.

It proves to be quite challenging to manipulate water effectively.

One cannot switch it for something else—

'Wait?'

An idea occurred to Brett.

He asked tentatively, "Brother Jinbei, is it possible to execute Fishman Karate solely through water manipulation? "

Jinbei responded with surprise, "Without water, what do you propose to use to amplify your strength? "

"For instance, this? "

Brett raised his right hand, and a flicker of lightning sparked at his fingertips.

His ability to generate and store electricity from the ancient electric eel has been steadily evolving over the past month.

"Hmm? Electricity? "

Jinbei stroked his chin, "Brett, are you suggesting that we use electric currents as a substitute for water? "

"This is a concept I had never considered, yet it appears rather intriguing. "

"Would it be possible to experiment with it? "

Brett smiled.

If this approach proves viable, would it be called lightning release chakra mode?