One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 370 Our meeting was not fate, but speculation.

A person's personality is influenced by many factors.

However, based on current understanding, genetics and upbringing play a major role.

The effects can also be cumulative.

Even those who are naturally timid can become brave through proper education.

The changes in Princess Shirahoshi now seem to confirm this.

"Oh, it's you! Mom will be so happy to know you're here."

Roman is currently on Mermaid Island.

Standing before her was Shirahoshi, the eldest princess of the mermaid clan.

Although she is only four years old, she already has the serious demeanor of a princess.

She spoke clearly and confidently, without a trace of fear or tears in her eyes.

At this moment, Roman couldn't see the "Cowardly Star" from the original story at all.

It seems that King Neptune and Queen Otohime listened to her advice.

As an only child and a princess, Shirahoshi was overprotected.

This resulted in her being shy and timid.

While this isn't a major flaw, given her identity as Poseidon, it's undoubtedly a huge hidden danger.

Therefore, she needs to receive education appropriate to her abnormal status as soon as possible.

Excessive protection could actually cause significant harm to her future.

Since we can't avoid it, we might as well face it.

She needs to make certain changes to cope with the complexities of the future.

“I’m so happy to see the princess,” Roman said, raising his head.

Shirahoshi definitely inherited Neptune's height genes; she's really tall.

Roman sighed inwardly.

Although Bai Xing is only four years old, her body is surprisingly large.

Leaving aside other matters...

This physique truly resembles that of a king who can rule the seas.

"Roman, I'm so happy you're here." Soon, Otohime received the news and rushed over.

"Your Highness," Roman said with a slight bow.

"Come in and have a cup of tea. Are you staying for a few days this time?"

"Thank you for your kind offer, but I'm here for something else."

"Other things?"

……

"Ah, is that why you came?"

"Yes, I came here because I wanted to experience it."

Roman's eyes were bright and piercing.

What captured Roman's full attention was a huge plant.

Sun Tree Eve.

The Sun Tree Eve is the most important source of sunlight for Fishman Island; the island's abundant sunshine is entirely due to the Sun Tree Eve.

The Sun Tree Eve is also a very large tree. Its roots have the function of transmitting sunlight during the day and losing sunlight at night.

Because of its existence, sunlight can also be found in the deep sea at a depth of 10,000 meters.

Many residents call it "a gift from the sun".

Amazing plant.

It can actually transmit energy over such a distance.

"Do you care about that, Roman?"

"After all, for someone with abilities like me, it's a huge treasure. If I could, could I pluck off some of its branches?"

Its energy transfer capabilities are simply outrageous.

We don't know if we can create something similar even with just a portion of its samples.

Or perhaps it can be integrated directly into one's own body, allowing one to acquire some of the plant's characteristics.

"Of course. But please be gentle, it is the only light in this vast land." Princess Otohime's eyes were gentle as water, and her gaze towards the sun tree was full of hope.

"You can soon look forward to the day when you can see the sun without a sun tree." As he spoke, Roman gently broke off a branch.

"Yes, I believe you. Now that I think about it, meeting you really was fate. I... I'm so happy..." Suddenly, Otohime burst into tears.

This left Roman completely bewildered.

Instead, Bai Xing eagerly held up a handkerchief: "Mom, this is a happy thing, please don't cry."

"Shirahoshi, you are so sensible."

This is really...

However, Your Highness, meeting you was a stroke of luck for me, not destiny.

……

Is this fate?

Shanks was stunned again when he heard the man in front of him call him Sig.

Not only Shanks, but everyone else fell into an eerie silence after hearing the name.

Shanks felt a mysterious sensation wash over his entire body.

Here he actually met people with the same names as Higuma and Makino, and Luffy said the same thing as his captain in this place and ate a Devil Fruit.

A series of coincidences left Shanks feeling a bit dizzy.

Upon hearing that name, his shoulders reacted again.

"What, is this all the pirates have to be brave for? But at least you know what's good for you. My head is worth 800 million Berries. I've already killed 56 guys like you."

Seeing the gloomy expressions on everyone's faces, Sieg was very excited.

So what if they're pirates? They still have to bow down to me.

"But is there no more wine?"

"Yes, I'm very sorry, all the drinks for today have been ordered by these guests," Makino said apologetically.

"What a disappointment!"

"If you don't mind, would you like to have this drink?" Shanks offered the drink.

At the same time, silently repeat to yourself, "He is not Sig."

"Hmph, this little bit of wine isn't even enough to fill a gap between my teeth, but..."

Sieg quickly took the bottle and opened it.

But instead of swallowing it, he poured it all over Shanks' head.

"However, it seems like it could be used to give you a hot bath."