In the days that followed, Ye Yu spent his time on the island, running with weights, climbing mountains, or swimming in the sea.
He encountered many mutated beasts and sea creatures, which would be dangerous for others, even prodigies, to face alone. However, Ye Yu's combat prowess was exceptional, and he managed to eliminate all the mutated creatures that appeared.
During this time, there were a few formidable ones that gave Ye Yu some trouble—a massive tiger and an elephant that had mutated into a mammoth, towering like a small mountain.
Ye Yu didn't draw his sword but instead used his physical skills to match the mammoth's strength. By limiting himself, he could better hone his abilities. The more the opponent excelled in a certain area, the more Ye Yu would use that same method to fight.
Against a mutated turtle with strong defense, Ye Yu continuously clashed with it, testing their defenses. Against faster opponents, he relied on his Observation Haki and his own speed to dodge and strike.
It must be said that this deserted island was quite ideal, with a variety of beasts and animals, allowing Ye Yu to engage in multifaceted combat.
Soon, there were only four days left before the true mutation would occur.
Ye Yu's physique had become much stronger. When he removed his weights, he felt as light as a feather. He had progressed from carrying 200 pounds to now bearing 400 pounds.
"Tomorrow, the first Mystic Realm will begin. It's time to head back."
Ye Yu dove into the sea, swimming toward Donghai City at a speed much faster than before.
His speed was akin to a sports car racing at top speed on a highway.
After an hour, Ye Yu approached the shore and leaped out of the water.
His swiftness was partly due to his own strength and partly because of Jinbei.
Ye Yu was grateful for his decision—he hadn't chosen to obtain the strongest Devil Fruit but instead had formed Contracts with seven Non-Ability Users. Otherwise, he would have been a landlubber.
After coming ashore, Ye Yu returned home to rest, preparing to enter the Mystic Realm in peak condition to achieve a good result and earn more rewards.
Meanwhile, in Donghai and other cities across the Dragon Kingdom, everyone had stopped their training and studies, focusing on adjusting their states. The prodigies in each city were filled with fighting spirit and confidence.
At this moment, a message echoed once again.
"At midnight tonight, the first Mystic Realm will appear and last for twenty-four hours."
"Additionally, clearing the highest difficulty of this Mystic Realm will grant extra experience rewards, and the team's name will be announced to the entire world."
"Therefore, teams can choose a name, not exceeding fifteen characters. Only by clearing the highest difficulty will the team name be announced worldwide three times."
"Before entering the Mystic Realm, simply state the team name to record it."
...
Instantly, there was quite a stir in various cities, especially among the prodigies.
"Being announced worldwide is quite prestigious."
"For those of us with average talent, it's better not to think about it. Even coming up with a team name won't guarantee clearing the highest difficulty."
"Then it's definitely best to include your own name."
"No, I think it's more about recruiting people."
...
As many had expected, the prodigies had already started thinking about team names.
Bai Shaohan confidently said, "Nearly a month of hard work wasn't just to make myself stronger but also to shine in the first Mystic Realm, even to become the top. Now that we can create a team name, it's even better."
Hei Jie asked, "Boss, what name should we come up with? With our strength, we can definitely conquer the highest difficulty."
Bai Shaohan quickly thought of one: "Let's call the team: 'Strongest Pirate Crew Recruiting, Welcoming Chosen Ones to Join.'"
Hei Jie agreed: "That works. Since we're announcing it to the world, naturally, we should recruit. It's great advertising. And if we're the only team to conquer the highest difficulty, even better—it'll have a greater impact."
Bai Shaohan nodded: "Indeed."
Although they didn't know how difficult the highest difficulty was, the two were extremely confident.
Bai Shaohan, with a level 10 talent and the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, named his pirate crew the "Strongest Pirate Crew."
As for Hei Jie, with a level 9 talent and the power of the Dark-Dark Fruit, he was the vice-captain of the Strongest Pirate Crew.
The two believed that together, they would form the strongest team.
At this time, other chosen ones in different cities were also naming their teams in a similar recruiting style.
In Hangzhou.
Xia Ling naturally teamed up with Zhao Yan'er, though in her heart, she wished to team up with Ye Yu. She sighed inwardly.
"It's a shame I'm not in the same city as Yu right now. Otherwise, I would team up with him to achieve good results and help him earn more rewards. But it's okay if we miss this chance—there will be plenty of opportunities later. After this Mystic Realm ends, I'll go pick him up and have him join our pirate crew."
"However, it seems Yu has a pretty good teammate, also a Devil Fruit Ability User, and a female classmate at that."
Thinking of this, Xia Ling pouted, feeling a bit uncomfortable—more accurately, jealous.
"Ah, how could I have such thoughts?"
Xia Ling and Zhao Yan'er also named their team in a recruiting style.
In Donghai City.
Lin Muxue was extremely confident that she could conquer the highest difficulty. During this time, she had gained some basic mastery of Observation Haki and Armament Haki. In terms of learning speed, she was faster than many chosen ones.
Lin Muxue asked, "Li Cang, how much have you mastered of the two Haki types?"
Li Cang was a bit embarrassed: "It's still unstable. Sometimes I succeed, sometimes I fail."
Lin Muxue scoffed: "Hmph, you're really slow."
Li Cang explained, while also flattering her.
"That's because you're a chosen one, Xue Er. I can't compare to you. I'm sure many chosen ones aren't as fast as you. Perhaps with the Rumble Rumble Fruit and the two Haki types, you're already the strongest individual in this world."
Lin Muxue became even more arrogant, feeling that this wasn't impossible. She stopped discussing it and moved on to the main topic.
"Enough flattery. Let's talk about the team name."
Li Cang glanced at Lin Muxue's perfectly curved S-shaped figure, especially her ample hips, and really wanted to give her a real pat on the backside.
But he knew that for now, he could only imagine it.
After a brief thought, Li Cang said: "Naturally, it should be recruiting, and it should emphasize strength."
Lin Muxue nodded: "Then let's call it: 'Strongest Rumble Rumble Fruit, Chosen One Pirate Crew Recruiting.'"
Li Cang nodded: "That works. It has the recruiting message and highlights the Rumble Rumble Fruit, letting people know that the captain of the Chosen One Pirate Crew is strong and has great potential."
After praising, Li Cang mocked.
"Heh, I wonder what team name Ye Yu will come up with."
Lin Muxue sneered: "What's the point? There's no way he can conquer the highest difficulty."
...
Meanwhile, Zhang Tian arrived at Ye Yu's house, and the two were discussing.
"Ye Yu, what should we name our team? Most of the time, it's about recruiting people."
Ye Yu replied, "We don't have a Pirate Crew now, so we don't need to follow their lead. However, I've already thought of something."
Zhang Tian asked curiously, "What is it?"
Ye Yu chuckled and said:
"Let's call it..."
"Lin Muxue and Li Cang are idiots!"
(End of Chapter)