From choice.
Kill or spare?
The System waited.
The world held its breath.
Damian whispered:
"…You threatened my family."
He moved his hand—
And the screen flickered:
[Mission Complete]
Reward Unlocked
[Mera Mera no Mi Obtained]
[All Devil Fruit Weaknesses Removed — User retains ability to swim and touch seawater.]
[Flame Integration 0% → Ready for Consumption]
[Warning: Power will evolve based on Sun Breathing synergy.]
A fiery fruit materialized in Damian's hand—
beautiful, swirling with heat.
Slade Wilson lay unconscious behind him, alive…
barely.
Damian breathed in slowly.
Next time… I won't hesitate."
He vanished into the night.