The Lucky Snail from the first prize is a massive creature, comparable in size to the Sea Kings.
Its unique body structure allows it to climb the cliffs of the Red Line with ease.
In just half a month, it can cross the Red Line, enabling free travel around the world without needing to pass through Reverse Mountain.
This rare snail, known to bring luck to a country, is extremely valuable and currently only owned by the Germa family. It serves as the cornerstone of Germa's status as a maritime kingdom.
Lynch immediately dismissed Task Option Two.
Though he knew Judge well and suspected the man might agree to such a proposal, it wasn't a path he wanted to pursue.
Task Option Three, however, was tempting despite its reliance on luck. The random upgrade of an ability to the fifth-level peak might seem risky, but even with the uncertainty, it was a chance Lynch couldn't pass up.
As long as any ability reached the fifth-level peak, it would be a huge win for Lynch. Thus, he made his choice.
The difference between high-level fifth-level Armament Haki and peak-level fifth-level Armament Haki is huge—greater than the gap between first-level and fifth-level Armament Haki.
To achieve the peak of level five in any ability requires both exceptional talent and relentless effort. Without both, reaching this level is impossible.
Based on Lynch's observations, those with a peak-level five ability can participate in Admiral-level battles and are often referred to as "candidate Admirals."
While they may not be at the true Admiral level, they are strong. For most big-name pirates, achieving even one peak-level five ability in their lifetime is an extraordinary feat.
Characters like Akainu, Kizaru, Garp, and Sengoku likely have two or three abilities at the peak of level five.
Meanwhile, legends like Whitebeard and Kaido probably boast three peak-level five abilities, with many others at high-level fifth.
Lynch, however, surpasses even these titans—he already possesses four abilities at the peak of level five, with most of his remaining skills solidly at level five.
Yet, raw data doesn't tell the whole story. A lower data score doesn't guarantee defeat, just as a higher one doesn't ensure victory. Combat relies on strategy, experience, and the ability to adapt.
Many factors determine the outcome of combat, such as the synergy between abilities, combat intelligence, injuries, and more.
On the battlefield, things change rapidly, and these data points are merely references.
"Tell me your conditions?"
Hearing Lynch's words, Judge was ecstatic. For the other party to ask this question meant that the other party was already moved.
"After the marriage, the Germa Kingdom will assist you in battle whenever needed," Judge began.
"If you want to clone someone, I will do it unconditionally."
"In terms of research, I can also provide my personal technical expertise."
"In return, I hope you will help the Germa family reclaim its position as the ruler of the North Blue!"
Judge was clever—he presented the benefits first, saving his request for last.
The last point is also the reason why Judge married his daughter to Lynch first instead of Big Mom.
Because Lynch truly did what Judge had dreamed of his entire life.
Ruling a sea region is a feat even the World Government cannot easily challenge.
When Judge read in the newspaper that Lynch had successfully defeated the World Government's influence in the West Blue, he made up his mind to seek the latter's support.
With Lynch's help, the Germa family's return to power in the North Blue would be inevitable.
"Does it have to be the North Blue? What about the two southeastern seas instead?" Lynch asked, giving Judge a chance to reconsider.
North Blue was essentially already under Lynch's control, and there was no way he would give it up.
"Yes! My goal is only North Blue!" Judge replied firmly.
The Germa family's ancestors had ruled the North Blue for 66 days, and restoring that ancestral glory had always been Judge's dream.
"Alright, I agree to your terms," Lynch said, though he thought to himself, You missed the only chance I gave you.
In the grand scheme, Lynch was one of the few elites in the world who could still be considered conscientious.
If Judge targets the South Blue or East Blue, Lynch genuinely intends to help him.
As for the North Blue... well, Judge can just wait. Lynch only promised to help, not when he would do so.
"By the way, I have a few conditions—more like reminders,"
"Go ahead," Judge replied.
"First, release your control over Reiju. You've modified her since childhood, so she's unable to disobey your orders, correct?"
"Second, if your kingdom marries me, the World Government will likely expel your Germa Kingdom from the ranks of the allied nations. For safety, it's best for your kingdom to relocate to my West Blue for the time being."
"The Emperor of the West Blue is truly thoughtful. Even without your reminder, I planned to release my control over Reiju once I returned," Judge replied with a smile.
While Judge maintained his composure outwardly, his mind was in turmoil.
This emperor truly lives up to his reputation. Not only is he powerful, but he also knows the deepest secrets of the Germa family.
Judge wasn't foolish enough to ask Lynch how he knew the secret.
"Then it's settled. I'll go back and bring Reiju here," Judge said, quickly standing up as if afraid Lynch might change his mind.
"No rush," Lynch interrupted.
"Wait a few days so I can send out invitations, arrange proper entertainment for the guests, and prepare for the wedding. You wouldn't want to just send your daughter here without a proper ceremony, would you?"
A hint of contempt flickered in his eyes. "She only gets one wedding in her life."
Judge froze, then slowed his movements. "Yes, yes, you're right. No rush, no rush."
Lynch had guessed correctly—Judge hadn't planned a wedding at all. His idea was to simply send Reiju over and call it a day.
For someone like Judge, who lacked genuine family affection, his thoughts were always self-centered. His daughter's feelings and dignity never factored into his plans.
Honestly, in the original history, it's no surprise he almost met his end at the hands of the Big Mom Pirates, Lynch thought with disdain.
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News that Lynch was getting married again quickly spread throughout the ocean.
This time, it traveled even faster than before, reaching not just the West Blue but also the other three seas and the Grand Line.
The difference was clear—back then, Lynch was merely a small-time king of the West Blue.
If he wasn't an Admiral, no one would have noticed his wedding.
Now, as the undisputed ruler of the West Blue, Lynch's influence and reputation had grown significantly.
The news of his marriage became the hottest topic across the oceans, sparking widespread discussion.
"Guurarara~ Is this kid getting married again? It's great to be young."
It is said that when people get old, they like to miss the past. In fact, this is especially true for people who are sick.
On the Moby-dick, Whitebeard held a flask in his hand and poured the drink into his mouth despite the dissuasion of the nurse next to him.
For some reason, hearing about Lynch's wedding made Whitebeard reminisce about his days with the Rocks Pirates.
"I wonder how she's doing now... I really miss those days of youth," he thought, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes.
Suddenly, Whitebeard began coughing violently.
"Pops! You can't keep drinking like this!" The little nurse quickly snatched the oversized flask from his hand, her face filled with concern.
A group of nurses immediately rushed over, pulling out various instruments to examine him.
"How is he? Oyaji condition hasn't gotten worse, has it?" Marco, Jozi, and the others asked anxiously, watching the scene with worry etched on their faces.
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TO BE CONTINUED
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