Ye Yu persisted, and even he felt fortunate that there was such an Ability User on the ship, providing such an excellent training space.
At this moment, the other crew members also entered the Gravity Chamber, divided into ten levels, ranging from one hundred to one thousand pounds.
Each crew member stepped in with determined eyes. As they trained, sweat poured down like rain under the pressure of gravity. Every step felt like a struggle through mud, but no one gave up easily. They trained in gravity spaces of varying difficulty, falling down repeatedly but stubbornly getting back up each time, driven by a single belief: to become stronger.
They couldn't rely solely on Ye Yu, nor could they slack off just because the Captain was so powerful. On the contrary, they had to ensure they weren't weak either. The strength of a Pirate Crew couldn't depend solely on the Captain; overall strength was what mattered most.
After finishing his training, Ye Yu emerged exhausted and noticed that many crew members were missing, knowing they were in the Gravity Chamber. Seeing how hard they were working, his eyes filled with satisfaction.
The strength of one person couldn't make a true King's Pirate Crew. Only when all members possessed unyielding willpower and formidable strength could the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew reach the top.
If their enemies were only from this world, they wouldn't need to push themselves so hard. But their enemies also included the Navy and the World Government three years later.
Therefore, if he were ever held back by multiple powerful forces in the future, he would have to rely on them.
Three hours passed, and the crew members emerged from the gravity space, their bodies tired yet fulfilled. The next hour was their time to relax, a brief moment like a clear spring in a barren desert.
After all, training was monotonous, and while sailing adventures were exciting, long periods at sea could also feel tedious. Thus, they were given an hour of entertainment each day to unwind. They couldn't stay tense all the time; occasional relaxation was necessary for growth.
After all, staying too tense could lead to breaking.
On the deck of the pirate ship, several crew members sat together, playing dice, the crisp sounds accompanied by their laughter and occasional sighs of frustration.
Other crew members were fully focused on their phone screens, fingers swiftly swiping as they controlled Might Guy in a Naruto mobile game, unleashing one ultimate move after another, muttering to themselves:
"This is youth!"
Inside the ship, there was also a movie room. Under dim lighting, crew members lay or sat, their eyes glued to the screen, immersed in the world of the film. As the plot unfolded, they sometimes held their breath in tension, other times bursting into hearty laughter. In this moment, all fatigue and monotony were cast far away.
In the women's massage room, Xia Ling and Zhao Yan'er lay comfortably on soft recliners. A female crew member's skilled hands worked on their shoulders and backs, the perfect pressure eliciting soft sighs of appreciation.
"So comfortable, such great technique."
This female crew member had once worked in a massage parlor, and now her skills came in handy. With her expert touch, she eased her companions' aches and pains, filling the small massage room with a warm and cozy atmosphere.
Ye Yu felt all of this—the joy and cheerfulness aboard the Tyrant Feather Pirate Ship. This was the kind of Pirate Crew he had always wanted.
At the same time, the team responsible for promotion was tasked with documenting and publicizing their activities, which attracted many who aspired to join.
Indeed, it had an effect. Many people watched the promotional videos released by the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew and were filled with envy.
"The Dominant Feather Pirate Crew is really great."
"I really want to join."
"It feels like one big family."
"Unfortunately, there are several powerful pirate crews keeping them in check."
"Flying Sky and the Overlord Pirates are about to make their move. It won't be long now. Let's see how things unfold. If the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew can survive this crisis, I'll join."
"It's going to be tough. Even if they do survive, those powerful pirate crews will still be around, deterring others from joining the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew. This sea allows for multiple top-tier pirate crews, but it doesn't tolerate a gap in power. If that happens, the top crews will target them."
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Ye Yu also knew that even if the effect wasn't significant, it didn't mean they should stop. Once people felt that the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew could no longer be intimidated, there would be a surge of interest, and many would want to join.
At this moment, Ye Yu was in the small villa on the top floor of the ship, which had a courtyard. He lived here. The lower floors had more rooms, and the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew's ship was nine stories high. Xia Ling and Zhao Yan'er were on the eighth floor.
Ye Yu leaned back in his recliner, his eyes slightly closed, listening to the cheerful cries of seagulls and feeling the gentle caress of the sea breeze. The intense training he had just completed in the gravity chamber had left him exhausted, but now, as his body and mind relaxed, he quickly began to recover.
After resting, Ye Yu got up, planning to find Xia Ling or spend some time entertaining himself with the crew.
Even Ye Yu, after a long time, couldn't help but feel a bit of monotony and needed some variety.
At this moment, Qiao Ling'er came up, having just taken a bath and changed into an ancient-style outfit.
This caught Ye Yu's attention. Qiao Ling'er was extremely beautiful, with lively eyes and a graceful, curvaceous figure.
The sea breeze played with Qiao Ling'er's hair, and she gently shook her head, letting her long, glossy black hair dance more freely in the wind.
Ye Yu asked, "Ling'er, why did you come up?"
"Captain, I'm the ship's doctor, and with the Heal-Heal Fruit, I can't endure the gravity chamber as long as the others. But I'm still trying my best, and I want to do more."
Ye Yu said, "You're already doing great. Your healing is very powerful and has a huge impact. You don't need to think about doing more."
"Captain, before my mutation, I studied dance. Even you, Captain, must feel the monotony after long periods of training. So, I thought I'd dance for you to add some variety."
This made Ye Yu's eyes light up with anticipation. "That sounds great."
Then, Ye Yu continued to lean back, while Qiao Ling'er took out her phone and played a piece of classical music before starting to dance.
She slightly lifted her chin, straightened her slender waist, and began to move her feet as if they were born of the wind. Her dance was light and graceful, like a sprite dancing on the sea. She twirled, her skirt billowing like a blooming flower, and stretched out her arms, her fingertips brushing through the air as if playing with the sea breeze. Sometimes she even moved closer to Ye Yu, her fingertips fluttering in front of him.
Ye Yu watched with delight, feeling a bit like he was experiencing the life of a king.
After Qiao Ling'er finished dancing, Ye Yu couldn't help but clap and praise her: "Ling'er, you danced so well. Your graceful figure paired with this dance is simply beautiful. It instantly lifted my spirits and banished any sense of monotony. Your body is so flexible too, able to do a full split with your legs at a ninety-degree angle to your body."
Ye Yu's thoughts took a slightly mischievous turn, and he sighed inwardly, thinking how wonderful it is to have a girl who can dance.
Hearing Ye Yu's praise, Qiao Ling'er's cheeks flushed slightly, and she felt happy inside.
"I'm glad I could bring the Captain some joy. It makes me happy to know I've been of more use. I'll dance for the Captain more often in the future to help you relax."
Later that evening, after the entertainment, they continued their training. While out at sea, with no Mystic Realm in sight, no Sea Beasts encountered, and no nearby islands, much of their time was spent on the ship, honing their skills.
By the time Ye Yu finished his training, it was already midnight. He washed up and then went to rest.
In the middle of the night, a graceful figure quietly tiptoed up the stairs to Ye Yu's floor.
(End of Chapter)