“System, I want to use the Devil Fruits to summon a companion.”
Zhuyun silently spoke to the system.
“One Cat-Cat Fruit detected.
One Dog-Dog Fruit detected.
The host may use these two Zoan Devil Fruits to summon one companion.
The summoned companion’s strength will be at the standard level.
Does the host wish to proceed?”
A mechanical voice echoed in Zhuyun’s mind.
“Standard level?
Aren’t companions supposed to be summoned at their peak strength?”
“Francis Drake was the host’s first summoned companion.
She was a character included in the beginner’s gift package and can directly possess peak-level strength.
All characters summoned afterward will initially possess standard-level strength.
The host can strengthen them using Devil Fruits.
A single Devil Fruit is enough to break through the standard level.”
“Does the type of Devil Fruit matter?”
“The type does not matter.”
“In that case, I definitely can’t use Logia fruits for strengthening.
Two Zoan or Paramecia Devil Fruits can be used for one summoning, while a single Logia fruit can be used for one summoning.
For strengthening, I’d better use Zoan or Paramecia fruits.”
Zhuyun thought it over.
“System, I confirm that I want to use these two Devil Fruits for the summoning.”
“Please select a profession for the summoned companion.”
As the system’s mechanical voice faded, a list of professions appeared in Zhuyun’s mind.
“Swordsman, Mage, Fighter, Mechanic, Assassin, Doctor, Chef…”
“Hmm.
Sure enough, the sea needs a doctor.
We can’t do without one.
As for cooking, I can barely manage on my own.
I’ll choose Doctor for now.”
“System, I choose the Doctor profession.
Begin the summoning.”
“The host has made a selection.
Summoning begins.”
As the system’s voice ended, a dazzling magic circle suddenly appeared in front of Zhuyun.
Light and shadows shifted above the magic circle.
Slowly, the figure within became clear.
Then, as the light and magic circle disappeared, the summoned person finally revealed herself.
“Hmm.
I really do like mature women, and she’s definitely my type…
but she’s another drunkard!”
Zhuyun complained as he stared at the woman before him, but the corners of his mouth couldn’t stop rising.
She had long golden hair, a diamond-shaped mark on her forehead, and wore a green jacket.
Her loose clothing did little to conceal her curvaceous and beautiful figure.
Zhuyun stared intently at his second companion.
“Summoning complete.
Summoned character: Tsunade Senju.
Strength: Elite Jōnin level.
The host has acquired the Strength of a Hundred Seal physique.
The body’s ability to withstand damage and recover has been increased.”
“Hmm.
That’s a pretty good ability.
My ability to protect myself has increased considerably.”
“And Jōnin level…
Does that mean she’ll be able to reach Kage level after being strengthened?
As expected, I need to collect more Devil Fruits in the future.”
“Hey, kid.
Enjoying the view?”
A pleasant, mature voice suddenly sounded beside Zhuyun’s ear.
“Mm.
Mm.
It’s beautiful.”
Zhuyun answered absentmindedly without realizing what he was saying.
His eyes remained fixed on Tsunade as though he had been completely mesmerized.
“Then come closer and take a better look.”
As soon as she finished speaking, Tsunade pulled Zhuyun’s head into her embrace, and her fragrance immediately filled his nose.
“How about it?
Can you see clearly now?”
“Mmph!
Mmph!”
“Hmm?
What did you say?
You still can’t see clearly?
Then come a little closer.”
As she spoke, Tsunade tightened her arms.
“Mmph!
Mmph!
Mmph!”
Zhuyun desperately shook his head.
Finally, Tsunade released him, allowing Zhuyun to breathe again.
“Haa…
I think I just saw a river.
I almost crossed over to the other side.”
“Hahaha!
Little Master, you’re exaggerating.
I’m not some man-eating beast.”
Tsunade pointed at herself as she laughed.
“No, no.
In a certain sense, you’re even more formidable than a beast.
Much more formidable.”
“Is that so?
Then, do you like it?”
Tsunade tugged lightly at her collar, presenting herself more clearly before Zhuyun.
“Of course.
Of course I do.”
“Then you’ll have to admire me more often from now on.
Hehe.”
“Definitely.
Definitely.”
Zhuyun grinned.
“Master really does like this type of woman.
Should I be happy that I’ve got quite a good figure too?”
Drake proudly puffed out her chest.
“But, Master, shouldn’t you introduce our new companion?”
“Oh, right!
Right!
Come on, I’ll introduce you to each other.”
***
“All right.
Now that everyone knows each other, let’s have a banquet to welcome our new companion!”
“Wonderful.
Then let’s drink until we’re satisfied.”
Drake licked her lips.
“Drinking?
That’s wonderful!”
Tsunade was equally excited.
“Ah, so they really are both alcoholics.”
Zhuyun looked helpless.
“But before we start drinking, Drake, destroy that pirate ship.
I don’t want to see it anymore.”
“Of course, Master.
I was thinking the same thing.”
Drake stepped forward and drew her flintlock pistol, aiming it at the pirate ship.
“Golden Hind, aim all cannons at the enemy ship ahead.
Prepare…
fire!”
Bang!
Boom!
As Drake pulled the trigger, more than a dozen golden beams of light shot from the cannons of the Golden Hind.
The beams swept across the sea.
The pirate ship was completely torn apart.