When Kirameki appeared, my body jerked, and I hopelessly tried snatching her before anything else. But I was too late. The moment I stepped too close to my sister, a tentacle popped up out of nowhere and destroyed the ship like it was nothing but paper. And as soon as the monster’s limb made an entrance, Captain Israel shouted at the top of her lungs, warning everyone present on the deck. “KRAKEN!” Every pirate who heard Captain Israel’s shout dashed everywhere, trying to find their weapons and cannons, and woke up other resting personnel. Even so, our numbers were futile. The tentacle remained firm no matter how hard the pirates slammed their kitchen knives and shovels. It cannot be destroyed that easily. The moment Captain Israel yelled those words, every hair follicle from my skin went upward. And every cell inside my body told me I needed to run away. But I couldn’t. There was no way for me to leave this place without grabbing Kirameki with me. And if I had the chance to do so,
Captain Israel did everything she could to fight back the monsters. As she revealed her sword, the Captain sliced through everything she saw. But her blades were not enough to cut through the tentacles. It took Captain Israel five seconds just to hack the tentacles into half and another few seconds to kill off the horde. She didn’t use spells, just like Azure mentioned. Captain Israel had nothing. But thanks to her mastery of the sword, Captain Israel needed no magical abilities to defend herself and her people.But it wasn’t enough.Moments later, Azure and the people who had spells in their pockets cast their skills. Azure stretched her hands and blew away some octopuses and squids out of the equation. But the waves were too much. When the water crashed against the deck, the marine creatures returned, even stronger, and brought more beasts. Since she was not accustomed to fighting and using her abilities, Azure gasped for air as she wiped off the sweat drenching her face.The same c
While Captain Israel engrossed herself in fixing the vessel, she also commanded a few of her mates to do what they could. And during this crisis, having a leader was something people could appreciate. And for the record, Captain Israel never ordered me to do anything. It was like she was avoiding my gaze. And every time she wanted to call my name, Captain Israel gritted her teeth and averted her stare. Furthermore, Captain Israel specifically asked Azure to standby for further instructions and skipped the battle despite having the means to defend other people. Although Azure declined it at first, she eventually placed her trust on Captain Israel and prohibited herself to cast any spell. But she still helped other pirates. But as stated by the Captain of the ship, her magic was far more important to use for later rather than pushing the monster for a few centimetres. But Captain Israel hinted at one thing, and she only meant that for Azure. However, for some reason, she let me hear i
I was desperate. No matter what kind of obstacle was in front of me, I vowed to make a change and protect the ones I love. And that meant saving both Kirameki and the five girls I met a while back. Our conversation with Kirameki was the only driving force I needed. After digesting every word and promise I made for Kirameki, I wanted to save the five pirate girls and my sister… I wanted to save them both.I needed to find something to make my goal happen. But the boat was sinking. And Captain Israel and Francoise were too busy minding their business, and asking for them to lend a hand was nearly impossible. I was left with no other choice but to use my powers.But how? How could I possibly use my abilities to my advantage when the marine monsters refused to cast their spells and the skills these pirates had were worthless? Then again, what choice did I have? Since it had come to this, I browsed the area and spotted a familiar face.It was a pirate who I had already copied her spell a
Unfortunately, not everything went in my way. If it was that easy, maybe we could’ve done something better. And if I was more powerful enough, this entire endeavour wouldn’t even last for a minute.However, I still had no control over my powers. And even though my ability was overpowered thanks to copying one’s spell and making it more impressive than usual, this was my first time, technically, fighting and surviving from this other world. I could count the megalodon as my former encounter, but I set it aside, knowing it was just a baby monster. But these creatures… they really were the king of the abominable island.As I performed my responsibility and aspired to save the two parties, there were three variables that came in front of me. One was the tentacles and the other monster who had just showed up, but Captain Israel kept it busy for the time being. We were safe from the Kraken for now. Little did I know that the mysterious creature was the real megalodon shark swimming below m
To top it off, the duration of my copied spell wouldn’t last long enough. I only had thirty seconds left in my arsenal since I had already spent a minute on casting the spells and saving the five pirates. It was longer, because I rescued more people. So I deduced that if I was going to rescue Kirameki alone, thirty seconds should be enough time for her to evade death. And afterward, that spell would be on cooldown, so I had to wait for another eight minutes before I could activate it again. However, it wasn’t that easy. Even though I had ample time just to save Kirameki, I wouldn't make it. She was currently falling from the ship. And I had just come back from where I was, with my hands extended and hoped to reach her. We were a few feet apart, and the turbulent wind from the spell I copied was not hasty enough to make it in time. For the next five seconds or so, Kirameki would meet her maker as she was right next to the megalodon. I could still remember the time where my sister wan
"Our lives are in your hands now, Arata. I'll buy you seven minutes. But right after seven, you're going to be on your own. I still need to fix the ship and fight back the "What's your plan, Arata? Give me the gist of it, and maybe I could help you out even after seven minutes. I could give you a tool, maybe?" Captain Israel added. Those were the words Captain Israel threw at me as soon as I told her my intentions. However, I wasn’t finished. And Captain Israel demanded every little detail of the plan I had in my mind or the summary of what was going to happen.With the little intelligence I had, I extracted my thoughts and abridged what I had in mind. “Basically, I want you to give me seven minutes. There’s something I want to do with the weather.”With no questions asked, Captain Israel nodded. I had no idea if she got what I intended, but it didn’t matter. The resources I needed were all in front of me, and I just had to execute it. If there was an insulator… maybe a metal rod of
The plan was like this. It was as straightforward as it could possibly get. Before the thunder could strike, I have to lure those monsters into the designated place, use my sword for… some reason, and redirect the lightning towards the creatures. But the question was, how can I do that? I had an idea how, but there was no certainty that I could pull it off with the power and resources I had with me. First, I had to lure this thundershock towards the monster. Second, I would be using this metal rod… err, sabre to redirect the lightning at the two creatures. Third, I would copy her ability to… ‘Why do I have the feeling this will not work out?’ I told myself, and reassessed my plot for the second time. The third, fourth, fifty,... For one hundred times, my plan inside my head, which should’ve flowed smooth, actually went on a rough bed of nails. Whatever I thought about, the situation would lead me to one conclusion. I would die because of that lightning. I wouldn’t be fast enough t
Arata wasn’t the type of person who could present a speech, nevertheless in front of the crowd. Owari, on the other hand, was a scientist. He had always showcased his research to everyone, and the entire world would be watching him. But the thing was… Arata had learned something valuable. And that was, he knew that these people would listen to him and cheer for his name. It wasn’t because he was willing to control the town, but he wanted to lead the place into a brighter future. Much so with Owari.That was why Arata had to be the first to do this. He was the one who paved the path.“Citizens of the Honeywood town!” Arata shouted. “My name is Captain Arata, leader of the pirates! As you may know, the pirates and the soldiers, at least, for this village of Honeywood, have decided to unite with one another! Although I have yet to live a long life, I know, for a fact, that my mentor, Captain Israel, the former Captain of the pirates, had wished this kind of thing to happen. And it happe
“Pirates… and soldiers working together for this global war.” Arata pondered to himself for a while before handing Owari his answer. “Don’t you think the Kingdom will be the one who gets to decide the last? If you’re asking me, I’ll… notify the pirates back from the Abandoned Barnacle ship and ask them about this. But knowing them, they will definitely agree to it too.”And that's what they did. As soon as the meeting ended, Owari and Arata got out of the town hall and told everyone they had to gather around the plaza. An announcement would occur in a few moments, and that was enough to attract the people’s attention, including Arata’s pirates.While that was happening, a messenger appeared before Owari and Arata, the two leaders of the Honeywood town and the pirates respectively. When Owari noticed this was the same messenger, Luke Formis, he greeted the mailman of this world and asked what was the matter.“We’re about to send a message to the King about the situation. You're just in
“Who’s going to go first?” Arata asked the most important thing of them all. “I suggest it has to be you, mister cowboy. “Stop calling me cowboy, Arata.”“Alright, cowboy.”Arata never gave Owari a chance to explain this sudden attitude. The man just saw Owari as a cowboy because of his cold demeanour with a gun in his hand. Nothing more, nothing less. Eventually, Arata stopped calling Owari names such as the recent “Cowboy” attempt and continued on with the meeting.Owari let whatever Arata wanted to call him slide and be the first one to elucidate what he had found out.“I got the chance to meet Sebastian.”“You did?” Arata couldn’t help but react. When he saw Owari’s eyes throwing daggers in his direction, Arata nodded to himself and muttered, “Yeah. I thought so. Sorry.”After a faint cough, Owari resumed his story. “I met Sebastian’s holographic image…” Owari paused for a second and studied Arata’s confused look on his face. “In your world, I assume you also have some kind of ho
Owari sat parallel with Arata as the two exchanged what they had learned from the Empire and from Captain Blackbeard.It was already late at night, so the two had sent their family members to sleep. Kirameki insisted she should join the meeting, but Owari was the one who had advised her to have a complete bed rest. “If you want your brother to not worry about you, listen to what I’m saying. I’m a doctor, so...”With that Kirameki had no fighting chance against Owari as she returned to her room and went to the dream world for as long as she had remembered.Rex was drowsy to begin with, so there weren’t extra steps between Owari and Arata to be done besides reminding him about the time.Hence, Arata and Owari were the only ones inside the office of the Honeywood town. It was also the municipal hall, where there was a giant crater above their heads.Before the assembly would start, Arata had to suggest that they should bring more individuals in this room. Although the place was a bit cr
Third Person Point of ViewArata's and Owari's perspective………….As soon as Owari heard the Empire had someone who was aiming to kill him and the Kingdom, he immediately returned to the municipal hall. He also found out there was a sudden blast and smoke emitting near the plaza. "It could only be the townhall," thought Owari, as he raced towards the place. The man even met with the soldiers who wished to escort him. But Owari was too speedy. Since the townspeople already knew their Mayor's prowess, they didn't mind being tossed aside, since it was for the best interest of the town.While that happened, Arata had also ended his conversation with the strongest pirate, Captain Blackbeard. The moment Ahmya had bid Arata farewell, Arata looked at Kirameki and called for Rex. Just like what Ahmya had promised, the two children were unharmed. But a gigantic hole was left from the ceiling, marking Captain Blackbeard's breach from the office.Fortunately, during that time, Kirameki had woken u
Ahmya answered, “It’s because my people are dying. Unfortunately as it is, I cannot run the community with no money in my hands. We still have to purchase or hunt food that is not raw or collect edible monster meat. It’s disastrous.”“But… I know you. You’re planning on turning your back against Sebastian too… You’re the type of person that will ditch others as long as you find them useless or… they do not benefit you.”“Hardly so… But it depends. Right now, I do not see any advantage to relieving my ties from Sebastian. And answering that is not of your concern.”“On to the third topic - Sebastian. Sebastian Serra is, like I’ve mentioned, an isekaid person and the trump card of the Empire. He has mastered the art of creating weapons, much like from Owari. But better.Arata had a million questions in his mind. Samples of these were: Why, out of all people, Captain Blackbeard, the person who tried killing all male pirates, including Arata, to be invited to this catastrophic party with
Arata’s PerspectiveThird Person Point of View_______________________Owari had advised Arata to stay indoors and protect the people they cared about, especially Rex and Kirameki. And so he did. At first, Arata was sceptical about this plan. But the moment he remembered they were up against Captain Blackbeard, the Kingdom, and the Empire, having someone to look out for Rex and Kirameki was the best decision they could have.Kirameki was still unconscious, and Rex tried his best to stay awake. But he was just a child. His weariness got the best of him, so he slept on the extra mattress, right next to Kirameki. Arata and the two children were inside the same room, and all the guards were standing their posts outside the room, waiting to inform Arata and Owari of any intruders within the area. But the thing was… the trespasser had already breached themselves inside the town hall. And it didn’t take long before Arata could meet that person.Arata promptly sensed someone’s presence in his
And his son, Rex, was on the line.“I have heard… from my trusty information breaker that you have a son and a wife. It’s unfortunate that I couldn’t kill your wife before she could… But I leave my regards to Ahmya. And… And. You still have your son with you, right? I’d bet the world would press against you if you see your son, Rex, cripple and fall in front of your eyes… Now, wouldn’t that be a sight to behold, Owari Ryutarou?”“Also, I suspect that there is also another person who has been reincarnated just like us. Sebastian added, as he stood there, returning Owari’s gaze.Ahmya… Ahmya Shirahama was the name of Captain Blackbeard, the one who had murdered Owari’s life, Elizabeth. She was the one Owari had been looking for. But right now, the person in front of him, Sebastian, knew exactly where Captain Blackbeard was hiding.“You… You made a deal with the devil? You know Captain Blackbeard? What is your relationship with her…? TELL ME!”Captain Blackbeard was known to be a fraud
Owari’s Perspective Third Person Point of View ____________________________________ It didn’t take a genius to know that the Empire had acquired a new fellow that had the same intelligence as Owari, even greater! Owari was a scientist and a doctor, not an engineer or an inventor. He only had the blueprints of these firearms and mimicked what they could and couldn’t do in the process. But against a person who had studied far more books about machines and weapons would be the victor of this match. Not to mention, this supposedly reincarnated person was backed up with the Empire’s funds, making him or her the most powerful individual next to Captain Blackbeard. “I should tell Arata about this.” But the moment Owari tried retreating, his arcane detected something unusual in his surroundings. And when he checked for the anomaly’s origin, he had found a strange figure of a man appearing from the shadows. The odd part about it was that… this individual didn’t have any mana within him. I