Compared to his interactions with Tushan, it was clear that Makino and Nami, both being women, had more topics in common.
Moreover, with the adorable Plue around.
The two beauties doted on Plue, quickly becoming like sisters who shared everything.
Makino's mature and gentle demeanor made Nami feel comfortable in her company.
Although Nami was much younger, her resolute character and extensive knowledge of the world quickly earned Makino's acceptance.
...
Watching the two of them getting along well, Tushan smiled benevolently, like a kind father.
He slowly walked to the side, sat down, and poured himself a cup of tea to savor.
"That set of Celestial Spirit Keys should at least give Nami the strength of a Shichibukai..."
"Although my women don't need to worry about combat, giving these as a meeting gift isn't bad."
Gazing at Plue, who was being constantly petted by the two women, Tushan murmured to himself.
"Speaking of which, I haven't given Makino any decent gifts yet..."
"Since I gave Nami the Celestial Spirit Keys, it seems unfair not to give anything to my first wife."
Although he had married Makino not long before finding Nami, this did not mean Tushan's love for Makino had diminished.
His love for Makino and the others was sincere!
Therefore, he couldn't favor one over the other.
If his beloved women started to compete for his attention, Tushan would have a headache!
"But... what should I give Makino? That's a tricky question."
"The system only provides combat-related items, and Makino clearly isn't interested in fighting."
Tushan muttered, closing his eyes to search through his treasures for something suitable for Makino.
After a long silence.
Tushan finally opened his eyes.
"I don't have anything that suits Makino, but this should be powerful enough!"
Muttering to himself, Tushan stood up and approached Makino and Nami, who were chatting.
"Makino, come to think of it, I haven't given you a proper gift yet~"
"Huh? Tushan, why bring this up all of a sudden?"
Makino looked up, surprised at Tushan.
She wasn't someone who cared about such things.
As long as she had Tushan by her side, she was perfectly content!
Just as she finished speaking, Makino glanced at Plue, who was wobbling as he walked, and suddenly realized.
"Ah, Nami mentioned that this little guy was a gift from you. But I won't get jealous, you don't need to give me anything."
"That won't do."
Tushan chuckled softly.
With a flip of his hand, a blue energy orb enveloped his palm.
He then took steps toward Makino.
Both Makino and Nami were surprised as they watched the energy in Tushan's hand.
"Didn't you say you wanted to travel with me?"
"If you're always worried about being a burden, how can that be okay?"
Tushan gazed at Makino with warmth, extending his hand toward them.
Having witnessed the magic of the Celestial Spirit Keys, Nami was very curious about the energy in Tushan's hand.
She immediately asked, "Tushan, what is this?"
"This..."
Tushan flipped his hand, looking at the whirlwind-like blue energy, and smiled, "This is no ordinary thing."
"Once this energy enters the body, it grants incredible abilities!"
Nami knew that anything Tushan brought out wouldn't be ordinary.
However, such a reality-defying item still left her a bit shocked.
"I've heard of something called Devil Fruits in this world, which grant demonic powers when consumed!"
"Is this energy in your hand similar?"
Nami asked in surprise.
Hearing this, Tushan paused, then quickly shook his head with a smile.
"I didn't expect you to think of Devil Fruits..."
"But this energy isn't something a Devil Fruit can compare to."
"While both grant energy, mine doesn't have any 'hated by the sea' drawbacks!"
"In short, once you obtain this energy, you'll have immense power without any downsides!"
Tushan spoke with a hint of pride.
If he hadn't been determined to hone his own powers to the peak, he might have used the system's abilities long ago.
Now, these had become dispensable to him!
After hearing this, Nami's eyes remained fixed on the energy in Tushan's hand, still amazed.
Though curious, having the Celestial Spirit Keys meant she had no other desires.
Meanwhile, Makino, who initially intended to refuse, hesitated after hearing Tushan and Nami's conversation.
Though she had never thought about gaining power and wasn't interested in it, being with Tushan, a mysterious and powerful man, often made her worry.
Like when they encountered Buggy's crew yesterday, she could only wait anxiously for Tushan to return.
Even though she worried about Tushan facing danger, she had no way to help.
Although Tushan often said not to worry about him, how could Makino not?
Thinking of the potential dangers Tushan might face in the future, Makino's resolve strengthened.
She needed to become stronger!
At the very least, she didn't want to be the one crying helplessly when Tushan needed help!
With this in mind, Makino's gaze became firm as she looked at Tushan.
"Tushan... although you said I should be the woman standing behind you."
"But I want to be the wife standing beside you, facing the storms together!"
"So I'll accept this gift!"
Makino spoke each word with determination, as if making a significant decision.
Seeing Makino's resolve, Tushan couldn't help but smile and sigh.
"Fool."
"Don't underestimate your man."
"Your man's chest is broad enough to shield you from any storm in this world, rest assured! Haha!"
Giving Makino power was merely to ease her mind and stop her from worrying.
As for having them share his burdens, Tushan never considered it.
He was still a man!
He couldn't let his women suffer any grievances!
With a gentle smile, Tushan finally extended his finger from the energy orb, gently touching Makino's forehead.
At the moment of contact.
The blue whirlwind energy was drawn into Makino's forehead.
Yet Makino felt no discomfort.
Instead, her expression grew more astonished.
It seemed she could already feel her body changing...
As the blue energy fully entered Makino's body, Tushan withdrew his hand.
Seeing Makino enveloped in a faint blue energy, he smiled with satisfaction.
"This energy comes from the [One Punch] world's [Tornado Template], Makino has become much stronger..."
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