One Piece: Power-Power Fruit

Chapter 293 Madman Didac

Chapter 293: Madman Didac

"Alas! Although Didac was a nobleman, he was kind by nature. When he was a child, he often played with the little beggars in the town, and even when he grew up, he did not forget to help those in the town who made a living by begging!"

"However, just six days ago, for reasons unknown, King Sodertal suddenly ordered the execution of Didak's entire family. Fortunately, Didak was out helping beggars at the time, which saved him from being wiped out!"

"From that day on, Didak suddenly became a different person, constantly ramming into the palace, sometimes even with a weapon in his hand! But each time he was severely injured by the soldiers and left on the streets of the town, and this has continued to this day!"

"Huh? He stormed the palace? Why didn't your king just kill him? Instead, he severely injured him and released him!"

As soon as restaurant owner Weppler finished speaking, Laura's questioning voice rang out.

"Perhaps! This isn't just about torturing that guy; it's more about intimidating the people in the town! The king of this kingdom has lost his mind!"

Before Weppler could answer Laura's question, Hill Bot casually picked up where he left off.

"Hmm? Alas! What this gentleman says is right! Actually, our kingdom's king wasn't like this before. Although we commoners are oppressed by Prince Sodkis from time to time, afterwards, His Majesty the King would always step in to appease us and provide compensation!"

"But now... in just five or six days, this country, this kingdom, is no longer a country, no longer a home, and even my restaurant can't stay afloat..."

As Weipler finished speaking, a clear look of sorrow appeared in his eyes. He sighed heavily, then turned and walked towards the kitchen.

"Ha! This king of the kingdom is really something! He abandons his people who love him and insists on making the kingdom look so miserable. What's the point?"

Watching Weppler's departing figure, Dick rested his chin on his hand, deep in thought, a puzzled look on his face.

"Hehehe! Who knows!"

Mu Chong feigned indifference and shook his head dismissively.

Seeing Mu Chong's reaction, Enel and the others gradually lost interest. They then chatted idly, during which Mu Chong, Enel, and Hill Bot discussed the development of Devil Fruit abilities.

As time passed, night finally fell on the small town, which was already very quiet during the day, becoming even more silent at night.

Mu Chong and his group found a hotel next to the restaurant and stayed there, planning to take the ingredients directly from the restaurant back to the Freedom the next day.

Belinda, who had gone to help the teenagers, and Slard and the others who had gone for a walk after dinner, returned to the hotel before nightfall.

At night, the sky above Prosciul Island was covered by layers of clouds, and not a single twinkling star could be seen in the pitch-black night.

Boom!Boom!thump...

Inside the hotel, there was a knock on the door of Mu Chong's room. After Mu Chong responded, Belinda, who seemed to be in a bad mood, pushed the door open and walked in.

"Huh? Belinda! Why are you here so late? Is there something you need?"

Mu Chong leaned against the window of the room. A cool evening breeze blew in through the open window, stirring the curtains and Belinda's robe.

"Captain! I treated all the children's injuries during the day, including Didak, who was abandoned in the street by the soldiers! I also brought them food this evening! Their injuries should heal quickly!"

Belinda walked in with a beaming smile of accomplishment and her eyes brimming with joy.

"Really? Hehehe! You truly deserve to be our recognized ship's doctor! As a doctor, it's rare to have a heart dedicated to saving lives. You did a great job, Belinda!"

Upon hearing Belinda's account, Mu Chong slowly left the window and walked over. As he spoke, he gave Belinda a thumbs-up, then gestured for her to sit on the sofa in the room.

"Thank you, Captain..."

Belinda sat down next to Mu Chong, and then solemnly thanked him.

"Hahaha! Belinda! Don't thank me! I didn't do anything! You accomplished all of this on your own!"

Mu Chong chuckled softly, then raised his hand to interrupt Belinda as she was about to continue. He then leaned back on the sofa, looking at Belinda with a smile.

"Huh? Captain! You?"

For some reason, Belinda sensed something was off about Mu Chong's smile, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it. Her face flushed red with confusion.

"Hey! Let's go! I'll show you!"

Seeing Belinda's expression, Mu Chong, who had just sat down, sighed deeply. He had originally wanted to talk to Belinda about what had happened during the day, but he swallowed the words back. Mu Chong decided instead to take Belinda to see for herself.

"Huh? Take a look? Captain! What are you taking me to see so late at night?"

Seeing Mu Chong already standing up, Belinda was full of questions, but she didn't hesitate and followed him to the window.

"Hmm! Let me show you what that guy you cured is doing now!"

hum!

Mu Chong, who had walked to the window, didn't give Belinda a chance to ask any more questions. He activated the power of the Power-Power Fruit the moment he finished speaking.

A white energy wave instantly enveloped Mu Chong and Belinda, and the next moment, their bodies were sent flying out of the window, disappearing into the night sky in the blink of an eye.

Almost simultaneously, Enel, who was staying in another room at the hotel, suddenly opened his eyes, which had been half-closed while lying in bed. He glanced at the night sky outside, and then slowly got up.

Click!

He casually picked up an apple from the table, put it in his mouth, and took a bite.

"Pah! This is awful!"

Enel spat, threw the apple on the table with a look of disgust, and then sat down on the sofa and pretended to doze off.

Not far from the town, there is a small river, and upstream, there are a few dilapidated-looking houses scattered about.

At this moment, Mu Chong and Belinda were suspended in mid-air directly above these houses. Because it was very dark tonight, no one would be able to detect their height.

"Captain! You brought me here because..."

boom!

Just as Belinda was about to speak, the door of a house below was suddenly flung open, and a stumbling figure rushed out.

"Hey! Brother Didac, your injuries haven't fully healed yet! Please don't go anymore! You'll die if you keep going like this!"

The moment that figure rushed out, several more figures ran out of the house, rushing towards the first figure and shouting loudly.

At this moment, Didac was almost entirely wrapped in bandages, his body swaying unsteadily, seemingly unable to even walk, yet he still resolutely moved in one direction.

“Yes! Brother Didak! That lady from earlier today went through so much trouble to bandage you up. If you go back there now, then… then…”

A little girl's voice rang out, but she started crying as she spoke.

"Cough cough cough! I'm fine! You all go back! Even if I die, I'll drag that bastard down with me!"