Chapter 170: I Don't Want You To Die Either"You really... don't understand anything!"Underneath the tomb, even though Luffy's shoulder was grazed by a poisonous needle, he still defiantly told Crocodile that he didn't understand anything.Crocodile was puzzled, "You said I don't underst..."Before he could finish speaking, Luffy's figure in his eyes rapidly grew larger, and he immediately dodged to the side.Luffy punched through a giant rock, flew forward, then turned and skidded to a stop with his feet.As soon as he stabilized himself, he immediately threw another punch at Crocodile.Crocodile still chose to dodge; he was now planning to wear Luffy down until he died.When one punch failed, Luffy gritted his teeth, stepped forward, and rapidly threw punches."Gum-Gum Gatling!"Crocodile continued to retreat and dodge, finally unleashing a Desert Spada to stop Luffy."Hmph!""Still don't understand? You're almost dead; the poison has already entered your body through your wound.""You're paralyzed now, aren't you?"Satoru: Hey, just fight, why are you name-calling!Despite Crocodile's words, Luffy launched a flying kick. Crocodile dodged, and the kick landed on the stone pillar behind him.As his leg retracted, Luffy was bounced back and fell."How did you do that!?"Crocodile was very surprised, surprised that Luffycould still move.Satoru: It's simple, with willpower, with sincerity."Your goal isn't in this country, is it? To die for others?! Is it worth it, you idiot!!""If only you were willing to abandon one or two friends, you wouldn't have to suffer such a catastrophe!!!"Crocodile shouted, bewildered.Luffy struggled to get up from the ground."That's why I said you don't understand at all!""Vivi doesn't want anyone to die, yet she's always the first to sacrifice herself to save others. If I don't protect her, she'll be killed by you!""Exactly, that's why I said, just get rid of that burden!"Crocodile stated with certainty, and his words were undoubtedly buffing Luffy."I just don't want her to die! Because she's my comrade!!!"Luffy looked up and shouted."We won't stop fighting!""I just don't want her to die...""Even if it means death, you're not afraid?"Crocodile asked, calm on the surface, but deeply shocked within, wondering why there were such foolish people in the world.With the poison in his body, Luffy's eyes had already turned black."If I die, I'll worry about it when I'm dead.""If I die, Satoru is still here."Satoru was suddenly cued."Hmph hmph, that's right.""However, Luffy, just as you said you don't want Vivito die, I don't want you to die either. If I disrupt your duel, please forgive me."Luffy wanted to turn around and smile in return, but his legs gave out, and he knelt down, then fell flat.Satoru straightened up, his hand clenching slightly around the antidote.Crocodile couldn't help but burst out laughing, "Hahahaha, you talk a good game, but your body isn't obeying you, is it? Hahahaha."Amidst Crocodile's laughter, Luffy struggled to get up, but his arms kept trembling, unable to lift himself.Listening to that grating laughter, Satoru really wanted to stuff some "Crocodile" into Crocodile's big mouth."Do you think you can defeat me!?""Even if my plan is ruined by you! Do you think you alone can defeat me!?""With your foolish ideas, your idea of standing up for your comrades!?""You rookie pirates have no right to fight me!""There are plenty of impossible things in this world!""And my plan! Is not over yet!!!"With that, Crocodile raised his hands in ecstasy."Explode!""..."Silence, utter silence; not a single explosion sounded."Pfft..."Satoru couldn't help but burst out laughing.Crocodile suppressed his anger, it wasn't over yet."Hehehe, already celebrating?""You should really praise my caution. Just in case, even if the gunner has issues before the explosion, the bomb will still detonate after a few tens of seconds.""It's a time bomb!"Crocodile said proudly.
Chapter 171: A Brilliant Firework DisplayVivi and the others were walking on a knife's edge, working with "Flying" to extinguish the bomb's fuse, but Sir Crocodile told Luffy and the others."That's a time bomb!""You are truly despicable!!!"Cobra couldn't help but curse."Hahahaha, whether I'm despicable or not, only the victor gets to decide.""I'm telling you, Cobra, even if my plan fails today, this country, and the Pluton within this country! I will have it!!!"Crocodile made a harsh declaration, while Luffy was still struggling with the poison in his body.Satoru, however, laughed."Hahahaha.""What are you laughing at?""I'm laughing at you, Crocodile. You said the victor decides, and you consider yourself the victor now.""There are only a few tens of seconds left. Even if you found the bomb, what then? Can you move it within that time?!!"Crocodile retorted."Oh, Crocodile, just as you said, there are many impossible things in this world, and conversely, many possible things.""There are thousands upon thousands of Devil Fruitabilities.""Besides, you've underestimated the resolve of the people in this country.""If we take the bomb into the sky, it will be a brilliant firework display.""Unfortunately, I can fly.""Even more unfortunately, I (my clone) am not afraid of death. You've already killed two of me, haven't you?"Satoru concluded his words with a squinting smile.These words and smile hit Crocodile's face like a punch.Crocodile's smile instantly froze, and he gnashed his teeth in hatred.His lower body instantly turned to sand, and he lunged at Satoru.Satoru didn't move. Just as Crocodile's poison hook approached, Luffy flew in from the side, kicking Crocodile away and blocking him in front of Satoru."Hoo... hoo...""You, a guy like you, won't win against me!!"Crocodile rose from the rubble and saw Luffy's state, yet he wasn't angry, as if pitying a dying man."Still putting on a brave face, huh.""Look at you, half-dead. It's just the bluster of a stray dog.""How are you going to win against me?"Luffy slightly raised his head and glared at Crocodile."I am... the man who will become the Pirate King!!!"Crocodile paused at his words, then smiled again, attacking as he spoke."Listen, kid, those who have seen this sea, those who have a deep understanding, wouldn't speak such presumptuous words.""I've said it before, there are as many amateurs like you as there are stars.""Once you know the terror of this great sea, you won't dream such dreams."Crocodile's own words, "Once you know," implied that Luffy still had a chance.The poison hook struck.Luffy's eyes were firm. He dodged sideways, raised a foot, aimed at the middle of the hook, and stomped down, smashing it to the ground. The poison hook snapped with a clang.Luffy, still bleeding from his nose, said,"I am the man who can surpass you!!"...At the Bell Tower."That Hawk-man and Satoru..."Below, Zoro and the others looked up. They saw Satoru take off, flying into the air, where he met Pell, and together they stood at the opening of the giant clock.Pell hadn't spoken yet when Satoru spoke first."Oh my, if you pray devoutly, a god will come, though it might be a bit... off."Vivi instantly turned and saw the two of them."It might be off like me. If you're not satisfied, there's nothing to be done; no refunds."Satoru continued with a smile.Pell glanced at Satoru and began, "It truly makes one miss...""Alright, no more nonsense."Satoru directly interrupted him."I'll handle the bomb. I can fly too.""No!! You've already sacrificed so much for the princess and this country. How can I let you...""I am the guardian deity of this country!! This should be my responsibility."Pell said righteously.Vivi also understood what Satoru and Pell intended. She was very hesitant, and before the words "Is there no other way?" could leave her mouth, Satoruspoke first."Have you forgotten? I'm just a clone. It doesn't matter if I die. There's no need to sacrifice a real life."Vivi and Pell were stunned."That's right, Satoru, you're a clone! Hurry up then!!"Vivi said joyfully.Satoru smiled, "Although... Vivi, saying that is quite hurtful. Clones have human rights too, you know."Vivi realized her blunder, "I'm sorry, I just...""It's fine, it's nothing."Satoru replied, reaching out to pull the giant bomb out of the cannon barrel.Just as Satoru was about to step forward, Vivisuddenly asked,"Satoru, if a clone dies, does it affect your Main Body?"Satoru tilted his head slightly, "It doesn't affect it much, just a momentary pang of heartbreak for the Main Body. That feeling... it's better if you don't know.""I'm off."
Chapter 172: Have You Ever Seen a Palm Technique Descending From the Sky?"That's... Satoru!!!"The battle beneath the tomb was nearing its end.Meanwhile, at the clock tower above, Clone Bai Yundecided to sacrifice himself for a brilliant fireworks display.Zoro and the others looked up from below and saw Satoru emerge, holding a giant bomb."Could it be that Satoru wants to sacrifice himself to take the bomb into the sky?!"Usopp voiced his guess.For a moment, they felt a pang of sadness, even though this Satoru was just a clone."Bai... Satoru!!!!!"Usopp had just thought to himself that Satoru was truly a man, and then he heard Satoru fall down here with the bomb.He fell down here!!!!Usopp and Chopper were so scared their eyes almost popped out.Landing, Satoru held the bomb in one hand and smiled at them.Usopp, Chopper, and Nami quickly hid behind Sanjiand Zoro."What's wrong with you guys? Why are you so scared?"Satoru still said with a smile."What do you mean 'what's wrong'!!! Such a huge bomb, Satoru, why did you bring it down here!!!"Nami immediately shouted."It's fine, there are still 10 seconds left.""Oh, wait, nine seconds."Satoru calmly replied."Nine seconds!!!!"Usopp was in tears, so scared he almost collapsed."Alright, alright, it's fine."Satoru comforted them, then looked at Sanji."Sanji-kun~ How's your Air Compression Techniquecoming along?"Clone Bai Yun thought, if there's a way not to sacrifice myself by getting blown up, why would I get blown up? Just for fun, right?Sanji and Zoro remained calm; they knew Satoruwouldn't harm them."I wouldn't say I've mastered it yet."Sanji exhaled a puff of smoke and replied."But you can still kick, right!"Satoru said with a smirk, then tossed the bomb over.Nami, Usopp, and Chopper screamed in fright.Sanji, however, understood Satoru's meaning.He took a step back with his right foot, then leaped into a high kick, sending the bomb partway up, about two-thirds of the way to the clock tower.Satoru nodded, "Not bad, now watch me."Satoru shot up like a rocket, incredibly fast. He reached the bottom of the bomb, inverted himself against gravity, and while gravity and Newton weren't paying attention, he pressed his sole against the bomb's underside, using the Air Compression Technique. An impact instantly erupted, sending the entire bomb flying upward.Taking advantage of gravity and Newton's inattention,The soles of the feet were pressed against the bottom of the bomb.,Use air compression technique,The impact burst forth instantly,The entire bomb was launched upwards..The bomb exploded instantly at a height two-thirds of a clock tower above the clock tower itself.The sparks, as wide as the entire plaza, were like a brilliant fireworks display, instantly scattering the dust and letting the sunlight stream down.Everyone looked up at the fireworks, and at the sunlight that seemed to be reborn after the display.Meanwhile, the recoil from Satoru's Air Compression Technique and the explosion's impact sent him plummeting rapidly to the ground, but he couldn't panic now!Satoru directly extended his right hand, palm facing the ground, and the thought echoed in his mind: Have you ever seen a palm technique descending from the sky?Then!Then Satoru plunged straight into the ground, with only his calves remaining visible.Zoro reached out and pulled him out.At this moment, Pell also came down with Vivi.Satoru, covered in dust, asked, "My hairstyle isn't messed up, is it!?""Hmm, perfectly resolved.""I told you, Vivi, I guaranteed it with my integrity..."Satoru was halfway through his sentence when Vivihugged him."Thank you!! Satoru!! Thank you!!"Satoru thought, 'Worth it, worth it, totally worth it...' The situation above ground was resolved, and the one below was almost done too.After breaking Sir Crocodile's poisonous hook, Luffyfollowed up with a punch to his abdomen.Sir Crocodile gritted his teeth in pain, blood flying from between them.Luffy then delivered a side kick to Sir Crocodile's right cheek, sending him floating sideways in the air.He then threw another powerful punch, again to the right cheek, slamming Sir Crocodile to the ground.Sir Crocodile lay on the ground, struggling to get up, propped on one hand.He didn't understand; the scorpion venom must have taken effect, so where did Luffy get the strength? How could he still move like this, and with such power?What he didn't know was this:When Luffy had blocked in front of Satoru earlier, Satoru had already injected the antidote into Luffy's body using a syringe made from his bracelet.However, Luffy was still in a paralyzed state at the time and couldn't feel it himself.
Chapter 173: Luffy Wins!!!Facing Luffy, who was clearly poisoned but acted as if he had been injected with a stimulant.Crocodile became more and more confused the more he thought about it.He recalled what the Doom Duo had just reported to him about Luffy.An unknown punk.Just an unknown punk!!!!With a clang, a blade sprang from the broken tip of the poison needle."You unknown brat!! Who do you think I am!!"Shouting, Crocodile lunged with the blade.Luffy dodged by bending ninety degrees, then raised his leg and shouted."I don't care who you are!!!""I'm going to surpass you!!!"A high kick sent Crocodile flying towards the ceiling.Crocodile floated in the air, looking at Luffy, blood seeping from the corner of his mouth, "Be buried by sand!!""Sandstorm!!"Sand gathered in Crocodile's hand.Below, Luffy was seen taking a deep breath and expanding his body, then twisting himself into a pretzel.He lowered his head and released the air from his body downwards, spinning and flying up like a deflating balloon.The two instantly closed in again, one above, one below.Crocodile, unable to unleash his Sandstorm, immediately changed his move, and both attacked simultaneously."Desert...""Gum-Gum...""Vajra Blade!!!""Storm!!!"Crocodile transformed his right hand into four large sand blades and swung them downwards.Luffy, using the momentum of his ascent, rapidly threw punches, unleashing his Gum-Gum Gatling.The moment his fists contacted the sand blades.The sand blades instantly shattered, and Luffy's fists rained down on Crocodile's body."Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa!!!""Ah ah ah ah ah!!"Luffy shouted with his mouth wide open, and crackling sounds erupted from Crocodile's body.With the final punch, Luffy's arm descended to gather strength, Armament Haki enveloped his entire fist, and he slammed it upwards fiercely."Ah!!!!!!!""Bang!!!!"It accurately struck Crocodile's abdomen, and the immense impact sent Crocodile crashing through the ceiling, and then the ground, flying high into the sky outside.Outside, Vivi was holding Satoru, which made Sanjiquite envious.Suddenly, she noticed something flying in the sky."Huh!! Everyone, look, that's!!!"Everyone turned to look, and it was in front of Vivi, in the direction Satoru had his back to. Satoru knew without looking, and Vivi saw it as soon as she looked up."That's...""The Crocodile!!"Vivi was stunned, recalling Luffy's words, "Anyway, I just need to punch that Crocodile away, right?""Luffy won!!!!"Luffy did it.Usopp and Chopper shouted excitedly.Zoro, Sanji, and Nami also smiled.Everything Luffy and Satoru said they would do, they did.The rebellion didn't happen, the bomb didn't explode, and the Crocodile flew away.Satoru patted Vivi, "Alright, if you hug me any longer, I won't be able to let go either.""You should also go thank Luffy."Vivi immediately released Satoru, her face somewhat flushed with shyness, but she finally smiled in her own country."Yes, I'll also fulfill my promise and treat Luffy to a full meal!!"She hadn't transformed, and her face was even covered in sand, dirty, but Vivi's smile was so beautiful... At the tomb, Luffy, having sent Crocodileflying, also fell down.Cobra was worried that Luffy might be hurt from the fall.Satoru, who had just needed Luffy to save him and Robin to help him up, flashed over and successfully caught Luffy in a princess carry."Huff... huff... I won! Satoru.""Also, I think I've learned Armament Haki!!"Luffy struggled to raise his hand, but the Armament Haki on it had already disappeared."Alright, I know.""You truly live up to your name, well done.""Leave the rest to me. If you're tired, get some sleep."Satoru said, and halfway through, Luffy was already asleep.Satoru smiled, without turning around, "I think we'll have a chance to meet again, won't we, Big Sister?"Without waiting for Robin's answer, Satoru asked Cobra again."How about it, can you get up yourself, Your Majesty?""Although everything is over, this country still has many messes for you to clean up."Cobra leaned against the wall. Although the wound on his arm was agonizing, it didn't hinder his walking."I can still walk.""Good, then let's go."Satoru nodded, carrying Luffy and leaving the tomb with Cobra.The moment they emerged from the staircase, raindrops began to fall from the sky, first the vanguard, then the million-strong army of drops
Chapter 174: Perfect Completion of the AlabastaArcAs Crocodile fell from the sky and crashed onto the ground.The rain symbolizing victory began to fall... "Oh, over here, over here."Satoru, Luffy, and King Cobra, who had emerged from the Tomb, met Zoro and the others who had left the Plaza and come searching for them in a small alley.Clone Bai Yun immediately alerted Zoro and the others when he saw his Main Body and Luffy.It must be said that the scene of the two Satorus looking at each other was somewhat surreal.Clone Bai Yun smiled and turned around, "Alright, now it's really time to say goodbye."After speaking, he immediately turned and rushed toward the Main Body, leaping and being absorbed into the Bracelet.All clones had been retrieved, and now there was only one Satoru left."Chopper, check on Luffy and the King's injuries."Satoru gently put the sleeping Luffy down, resting his head against the wall."However, the poison on Luffy is gone. Let's bandage His Majesty the King's wounds first. Although the situation is under control following Crocodile's downfall, we still need you, the ruler of this country, to take charge of the overall situation.""Yes, yes."Chopper nodded quickly and pulled medicine out of his Medicine Pouch.Cobra wanted to refuse, stating that Luffy's injuries were much more severe than his own, but hearing what Satoru said, he kept quiet.He politely crouched down to make it easier for Chopper to bandage the two wounds on his arm."I truly thank you for everything you have done for this country, and for helping Vivi along the way."Cobra said this sincerely."Vivi herself is very strong. If she hadn't firmly chosen to trust us, this matter might not have been resolved today."While Chopper bandaged Cobra, Satoru changed the bandages for Zoro and Sanji. The running and relaying Vivi to the top of the Clock Tower had caused their wounds to reopen, staining the bandages red with blood.After tying a knot on Zoro's left waist, Satoruclapped his hands and turned to answer Cobra.After putting on the new bandages, Zoro sat down to Luffy's right, holding his three swords and leaning against the wall."Vivi, you should leave first.""Huh?""Go back to the Plaza with your father."Zoro added."That's right," Limited Edition Mummy Usoppnodded, crossing his arms. "The King and the Princess are two of the most important people in a country. It will be more convincing if they step forward to manage the overall situation.""Then you guys shou—"Vivi knew that without them, it would have been absolutely impossible to defeat Crocodile, nor could she have stopped the Rebellion.Sanji lit a cigarette in the rain. "Vivi, you know we're infamous people. We don't want to get involved in national affairs."Chopper finished tying Cobra's bandage. "Done. I'm so hungry."Nami also squatted down. "We'll go to the Palace ourselves, Vivi. I'm about to collapse.""Yeah, go ahead without worry, Vivi. Once things are settled, hurry up and officially welcome us on behalf of this country. Just treat me to a Big Meal, I'm starving too."Satoru said.Vivi looked at their Smiling Faces one by one, remaining silent, before finally nodding and leaving the alley with a smiling Cobra to head to the Plaza and arrange subsequent matters.As the father and daughter left, Sanji, Nami, Chopper, and Usopp couldn't hold on any longer and collapsed. They were truly exhausted.Satoru first waved his hand, turning his Bracelet into a giant Umbrella erected on the ground, then stood with his hands on his hips, watching them."Let me think about how to transport all of you to the Palace at once..."...At the Plaza, Koza, Chaka, and Pell, along with the returned Igaram, had finished organizing the Army and were waiting for Cobra and Vivi.Koza knelt down to confess his mistakes. Although the Rebellion had been stopped halfway, many small battles had occurred in between, and as the leader of the Rebel Army, he was willing to bear all responsibility.Cobra helped him up in front of the surrounding people, stating that they too acted for the sake of the country.The mistake was his—the mistake of him, the King, for failing to discover Crocodile's plan sooner.What happened has passed. The most important thing is to strive to live on after this event!!Cobra announced that he would open the National Treasury to help with the reconstruction of various regions (though the treasury wasn't large), and he would also dispatch the Royal Army to assist.Finally, after Crocodile was stripped of his Shichibukai status by the Orders Smoker brought and was subsequently arrested.Amidst the shouts of "Long Live the King" and "Long Live Alabasta" from 2.3 million people.The Alabasta Arc for the Straw Hat Pirates: Perfect Completion!
Chapter 175: Good Night"This is an order!""S-s-Sergeant, this is a great chance! They only have one person awake now. If we wait until they all wake up...""One person?"Satoru finally turned the bracelet into a cart, stacked Luffy and the others onto it like a game of Jenga, and prepared to push them to the construction site—ah, no, to the Palace.Just after he put everyone on, the Marines blocked their path."It's true that I'm alone. Are you sure you want to fight me?"Satoru smiled slightly.Tashigi, who was leading them, couldn't see through Satoru. However, seeing that he had no injuries while the others were so severely wounded, she knew he wasn't simple. Moreover, according to Soldier reports, Satoru seemed to be everywhere.Secondly, she knew that Luffy had defeated Crocodile and that the Straw Hat Pirates' efforts had saved this country. Yet, here she was, stabbing them in the back, ambushing them, and trying to capture them all in one swoop. Her sense of Justice would not allow her to do this."I absolutely forbid touching them right now!""Why? They're all here right now, looking like this! We can capture them all in one go!"The Soldier asked, confused, but he dared not disobey his superior's order, so he could only step aside to let Satoru pass."A wise decision.""Remember this: it wasn't that Sergeant who stopped you, it was she who saved you.""No matter how many of you there are, it makes no difference to me."Leaving those words behind, Satoru pushed the cart and walked away without looking back, leaving only his silhouette... on the north side of Sunday Island, Alabasta.Two ships were anchored on the sea."Smoker, what's with this rain? You didn't use Dance Powder, did you?"A female voice came from inside the Marinewarship.Smoker, who had disappeared after the Straw Hat Pirates entered Alabasta and started their decisive battle with Baroque Works, reappeared, still habitually smoking two cigars."Bastard, I know what I can and cannot do.""Alabasta insists on the rule against using Dance Powder. How could I possibly break it?""I was rude. Hina reflects."Hina is Smoker's friend from the same graduating class, a Marineford Colonel, and the person who captured the True Man, Mr. 2 Bon Clay. Or rather, her appearance deepened the friendship between Mr. 2 Bon Clay and the Straw Hat Pirates.She has cool, light pink, center-parted Long Hair, wears purple-lensed sunglasses, and, like Smoker, has a smoking habit.She wore a magenta professional suit, a MarineJustice Cloak, and deep purple gloves.She and Momousagi are known as the two great Elegant Ladies of the current Marines."Let's talk about something lighter. You used to be called 'White Hunter,' but you seem to have gained a bit of weight compared to before.""Mind your own business!" Smoker replied."Speaking of which, don't you think it's excessive? Sending my Elite Unit to help you find a ship."Of the two ships on the sea, besides the warship, the other was Baroque Works' Artificial Rain Ship, the *Idiot*.Smoker's disappearance was due to him searching for the ship.Whether he was responsible for this rain or not is unknown.In any case, he personally denied it.Furthermore, this rain didn't just cover Alabasta, but the entire Kingdom of Alabasta.People everywhere—in Rainbase, Yuba, Nanohana, and other places—were cheering for this rain after three years... The uncontrolled rainwater ceaselessly nourished the land that had been dry for so long.From sunup to moonrise, from daybreak until darkness fell.Night fell, and the moon hung high, hiding behind the dark clouds.Luffy and the others were already sleeping soundly inside the Palace.Vivi sat by the window, watching the rain outside, while Satoru stood on the other side holding a cup of coffee."Drinking coffee at night will keep you awake, Satoru."Vivi said with a smile."It's fine. The sound of the rain helps me sleep. I've always liked falling asleep to the sound of rain."Satoru replied, but still placed the half-drunk coffee on the Bedside Table next to him."You're talking about me, but what about you, Vivi? Can't sleep?"Satoru countered."No, it's not that. I just don't want to sleep yet.""I still want to watch this rain."Vivi turned her head back to continue watching the rain outside the window."The rain after three years... it certainly deserves to be watched."Satoru nodded in affirmation, walking over to tuck Luffy and the others in.Each of them had their own unique sleeping posture: Sanji was lying directly on the floor, Usopp was sticking his butt up toward the ceiling, but when it came to sleeping, Zoro was the most peaceful.After moving Sanji back onto the bed, Satorureturned to his own bed."Alright, the rain is beautiful, but don't forget to rest, Vivi.""Good night."Vivi returned the smile, "Good night."Satoru lay down and pulled up the blanket."Good night, everyone.""Good night, Makka Pakka."
Chapter 176: One Sentence"Since you're so unwilling, then become stronger and show them!"The day after Crocodile's downfall, at Tamarisque, a port on the east side of Alabasta.Smoker and Hina's warships were docked here, preparing to escort Crocodile, or rather, Baroque Works.Smoker's words were directed at Tashigi, who had returned.Because Tashigi had been deeply affected by Crocodile's words.She was a Marine, but when this country was being persecuted, she could only tell Luffy Crocodile's location. Even knowing there were bombs, she could only provide cover for Zoro and the others.As a Marine, she only felt a deep sense of powerlessness throughout the entire war.Seeing her completely dejected, Smoker could only shout to wake her up.It worked. Tashigi, with her back to him, was already in tears, opening her mouth wide enough to see her stomach as she responded."I definitely will!"Just then, a call came from above, informing Smokerthat the government had decided to award him and Tashigi medals for defeating Crocodile, and both of their ranks would be promoted by one level.Would the World Government ever publicize that pirates saved a country? Unless they were crazy, attributing it to Smoker and his team was the best decision."Therefore...""Wait, did my report say that *we* defeated the Crocodile?!"Smoker retorted, but the den den mushi on the other end seemed not to hear him and continued speaking.Smoker's fiery temper also flared up."Listen, it was the Straw Hat Pirates, a group of pirates, who brought down Crocodile and his B.W. organization!"Hina immediately interjected, "Don't waste your breath, Smoker. The government intends to handle this matter discreetly.""Do you think the government will let the world know that a group of pirates resolved the Alabastacrisis?!"This sister was indeed a clear-headed person."Therefore, please attend the medal awarding ceremony.""What a joke!"Smoker couldn't help but shout.Hina also immediately raised her voice, "Accept it! Just consider it accepting the reward on behalf of those pirates!""What good is there in going against the higher-ups!""What good is there in going against the higher-ups? It's precisely because we didn't do it that my subordinate is crying so miserably!""Can you please relay this to those old geezers in the upper echelons?"Smoker said this to the person on the other end of the den den mushi.That person also reacted differently."Huh?"Surprise, confusion. Surprised that Smoker dared to call the higher-ups old geezers, and confused about what Smoker was going to say.However, Smoker's next sentence directly scared him into hanging up the phone."Tell them to eat shit!"The den den mushi on the other end was silent for three seconds, then a dial tone sounded, and the den den mushi's eyes closed.Smoker directly threw away the receiver and returned to his room.His personality was quite like Garp's, daring to say anything. After all, Garp dared to curse the Celestial Dragons in Mary Geoise.And who else but those five old geezers could have made such a decision?Smoker dared to say this, showing some courage, but while he dared to say it, the person on the other end dared not relay it... "How clever, this medicine is formulated, it looks very peculiar, yet it's very reasonable."Time passed, and three days had already gone by since Crocodile's downfall.Crocodile: Do you have to keep bringing it up?!Everyone in the Straw Hat Pirates, except for Luffyand Satoru, had woken up.Luffy aside, Satoru had been sleeping for three days straight after saying goodnight to Vivi.Vivi was so scared that she checked his breathing; he was still alive, still alive.Actually, considering stamina, Satoru was the weakest in the entire Straw Hat Pirates.After all, his 'frail and sickly' buff, ever since his body was strengthened by Armament Haki, had been blocked for a large part, but there were still minor effects.Clones consumed stamina, and he had split into six, not to mention two had died. Satoru had been 'recharging' since then.In this regard, looking at him alongside Luffy, they seemed a bit like brothers.And everyone else had woken up.Chopper was compounding medicine in the room, with the kingdom's doctor beside him constantly exclaiming in admiration. This made Chopper'annoyed,' as he pushed a cup of tea over and'scolded' with a smile."So annoying, don't stare at me, you idiot, get lost.""Princess, can I interpret his words as 'have a cup of tea and watch slowly'?"The doctor asked Vivi, who happened to be carrying a basin of water past them."I think so," Vivi replied with a smile. With the princess's answer, the doctor happily sat down.Vivi then went to Satoru and Luffy's bed.To make it easier to care for them, she had moved both of them to one bed.Satoru slept normally, neatly, while Luffy was relatively unrestrained, lying on his back with one foot on Satoru's leg and one hand on Satoru's chest. Under his hand, Little Bai was also coiled on Satoru's chest.Satoru: Why does sleeping feel like breaking a large stone on my chest?Vivi wrung out a towel and wiped their faces.Nami was reading in Cobra's study. Cobragenerously gave the books to Nami, as he had already read them all.Zoro, meanwhile, went to the western cliff to train, his arms spread out to the sides, each with a huge rock resting on it.His arms were steady, keeping the giant rocks balanced, as he sat cross-legged to meditate."I need to concentrate.""If I can't use that power at any time, then I won't be able to become stronger."Meditation was to train the ability to perceive all things at any moment, while balancing the giant rocks was to practice Armament Haki.He was the most diligent person in the Straw Hat Pirates.Meanwhile, Sanji and Usopp went out to buy things.The entire street was filled with the sound of hammers hitting nails into wooden boards.The incident was over, but life had to go on, and houses still needed to be repaired."This country is truly resilient," Usopp sighed."Of course, because the princess is so cute," Sanjireplied."Does that have anything to do with it?""Of course it does.""Damn it, every house in this row has a big hole, like someone kicked it in."Suddenly, a citizen complained.Little did he know, the 'culprit' was right behind him."Hey, it looks like something's happening over there, let's go quickly! Usopp!"Sanji, feeling guilty, immediately slipped away.Usopp: "Hmm?"..."I said there aren't any, can't you hear me?"At the palace gate, Chaka stood guard, shouting at the Marine Soldiers in front of him.Pirates? What pirates? I didn't see any."Hey, you've worked hard.""Ah, you're back. Did you buy everything you needed?"Sanji and Usopp casually walked past, greeting Chaka along the way."You say there are pirates here, do you have proof?! If you do, show it!"Chaka was incredibly self-righteous.The Soldiers hesitated, "Uh... no... no...""If not, then get out!"..."Ah, I slept so comfortably!"Suddenly opening his eyes, Luffy immediately sat up and shouted with his hands raised.Then the first thing he did was touch his head, "Ah, where's my hat?""I'm starving. Where are breakfast and my hat?""As expected, you're noisy as soon as you wake up. Also, it's not time for breakfast; it's already night!"Sanji replied."Alright, the sleeping contest champion is Satoru!""Your hat is on the bedside table next to you."Usopp finished Sanji's sentence.Luffy turned to look, and his hat was quietly sitting there.And Satoru was lying beside him."Eh, Satoru, you're sleeping too, hahaha, as expected, you and Ace are good at sleeping."To avoid disturbing Satoru, Luffy directly reached out his arm, grabbed his hat, and put it on.Just then, Zoro also pushed the door open and returned."Oh, Luffy, you're awake.""Satoru isn't awake yet?"Zoro found it a bit strange, wondering if Satoru had kicked the bucket, but when he walked over and saw, Satoru was sleeping soundly, breathing evenly.Chopper saw dust on his clothes and instantly knew that Zoro had gone out to train again.He immediately ran behind him, muttering, which was the doctor's care and advice."Ah, Zoro, long time no see."Luffy replied.After speaking, he also found it strange, tilting his head to think why he would say 'long time no see'."Long time no see.""That's right, for you..."Usopp replied."What, I've been asleep for three days?!""And Satoru too!""That means I've missed 15 meals, and with Satoru's, I've missed 30 meals!"Luffy exclaimed, his mouth wide open in surprise.Nami put her hands on her hips, "You're quick to calculate that."Usopp nodded affirmatively."And you're calculating 5 meals a day. Why are you counting Satoru's meals as yours too?"Vivi said with a smile, "Haha, I've already prepared the food, you can get it anytime.""But, should we wake Satoru? Has he ever slept this long before?""Yes, he also slept for three days when he was little.""According to him, we Devil Fruit users consume stamina when using our abilities. Once when we were kids, we ventured into a forest and were surrounded by wolves. After Satoru led me out, we arrived at the Indeterminate Object Terminal. After returning from the terminal, he slept for three days."Luffy recalled his childhood memories."It's fine, Satoru told me a sentence. If he's sleeping too deeply, just say this sentence in his ear, and he'll wake up. It always worked when we were kids."Then Luffy smiled, showing his white teeth, reassuring everyone not to worry.One sentence could wake Satoru.(What do you all think this sentence should be? ~(￣▽￣~)~ Considering Satoru's personality.)
Chapter 177: Young MasterOne sentence.Satoru, like Luffy, slept for three days.When Luffy woke up, he was still asleep, which inevitably made everyone a little worried.But Luffy said that Satoru had told him a sentence, and that sentence alone could wake Satoru.Because when he was a child, Satoru had also slept for a long time, and he found that he was as sleepy as Ace.After the incident at the Gray Terminal, Satorutaught Luffy a phrase, "Be an alarm clock," which was proven effective.Luffy leaned into Satoru's ear, mimicking the tone Satoru had taught him."Hee-haw, welcome to the big family of Newkama, Satoru-boy~"The sound entered his ears, reached his brain, swirled in his mind, and Satoru suddenly opened his eyes, then got up and shouted."No, stop it!!! Ivankov!!"And Little White was flung off Satoru's chest, almost falling into the basin of water Vivi was holding. Fortunately, Zoro reached out and caught it.Little White expressed: I didn't offend anyone."Oh, it's everyone.""Although I've heard it many times, it's still terrifying, Luffy."Satoru sighed."Hahahaha, really?"Luffy replied with a smile, glad that he was awake."Satoru...boy?"Zoro murmured the address. What a perverted address this was."Do you know what that sentence means, Luffy?"Sanji asked.Luffy looked over and shook his head, "I don't know, but as soon as I say it, Satoru wakes up, hahaha.""Newkama...""I remember reading in a book that it's another term for Okama... right, Satoru?""So that sentence means to turn you into an Okama, Satoru~""I must say, you seem quite suitable, Sister Satoru~"Nami's last sentence was clearly teasing Satoru."Turn into an Okama... Eek, that is indeed terrifying!!"Sanji thought of Mr. 2 Bon Clay's appearance; becoming like that was indeed terrifying to imagine.Satoru smiled slightly, thinking to himself that it was fine, Sanji, you'll happily join them one day. Then he looked at Nami."Forget it, do you want this blessing instead? Brother Nami?"Nami tossed her hair, "Then forget it, being a man means losing many ways to make money.""Okama... why do you have such a feeling, Satoru?""Or rather, why did you think of having Luffy use that sentence to wake you up?"A sincere question from Chopper.Satoru then told them about the incident where the Gray Terminal was burned down when he was a child and meeting Emporio Ivankov, of course without mentioning the existence of Dragon... "Burning the mountain of trash... fighting pirates in the flames..."Usopp murmured in disbelief. If it was normal now, but as a child, he started fighting pirates as a child? He felt his own stories could be refined even further."That's... amazing, but it feels quite reasonable for it to happen to you and Luffy, Satoru.""Your childhood lives were truly 'colorful'."Vivi sighed with emotion."After all, it's Luffy and Satoru," Nami chimed in."Okama King..."Sanji felt even more terrified."It was also then that our other brother went with that Okama King, and we haven't seen each other since."Satoru mentioned Sabo."Yes, I wonder how Sabo is doing."Luffy nodded and said."What, went with the Okama King?!"Sanji exclaimed in surprise.Satoru looked at him, what's so surprising about that? You might even go to the Okama's headquarters."Although he's the Okama King, he belongs to an organization. To be precise, our brother joined that organization.""What organization?"Zoro spoke up."Secret."Satoru replied with a smile."Alright, actually, I don't know either.""You really don't know?""Forget it, we'll just assume you don't know."Nami asked. She knew Satoru's personality; if Satoru didn't want to say, they wouldn't force it. If it was some terrifying organization, knowing about it might not be beneficial.But what she didn't know was that their own Captain was the young master, the young proprietor of that organization."Alright, stop talking about that, I'm starving to death!!""Aren't you hungry, Satoru?!"Luffy shouted.After briefly loving Sabo just now, his appetite still triumphed over Sabo.
Chapter 178: The Banquet"Have you heard? The Captain and the handsome gentleman have woken up?""Dinner will be served in 30 minutes, could you please wait a moment?""Eating just the two of you isn't as enjoyable as everyone sharing a meal together."After Luffy woke Satoru up, and Satoru recounted some adventures from his childhood to the group...Tiratang, the royal chef of the Alabasta Kingdom and wife of Igaram, pushed open the door and entered. A servant followed behind, pushing a cart full of food.It must be said, this couple really looked alike; both had heads of distinctive, curly hair.If you didn't look closely, you would really mistake one for the other; no wonder Luffy and Zoro were confused."Oh!! Curly-haired uncle! You're still alive!!""And you still... like this kind of perverted outfit..."The first sentence was from Luffy, the second from Zoro."You've misunderstood. She is Tiratang, Igaram's wife and the head of logistics in the palace," Viviexplained."Even with a family resemblance, they shouldn't look that much alike..."Zoro's dry remark."Thank you for taking care of my husband and the princess.""I heard that you, Captain, have a bottomless stomach, so please have some fruit before the meal," Tiratang replied.When Zoro and Sanji turned their heads to look, the entire cart full of fruit had already vanished, leaving only an apple in Satoru's hand. Meanwhile, Luffywas rubbing his stomach and let out a burp, shocking the two of them for a century."Are you doing magic tricks!!!""Ma'am, I want to eat a three-day portion!!"Luffy shouted.Tiratang flexed her arm. "I'd love nothing more. With my 30 years of experience serving meals, I won't lose to a youngster. Eat as much as you want!!"It must be said, this Auntie Tiratang was still too young and inexperienced."What is this behavior!""A banquet should be very quiet."Inside the palace dining hall, Luffy was wolfing down food, stuffing his mouth until both cheeks bulged out, looking just like a frog.The guarding Soldiers couldn't help but complain.Inside and outside the room, servants were continuously bringing in dishes and taking out empty plates.In the kitchen, Tiratang was sweating profusely, finally witnessing what it meant to have someone even better than yourself."You truly live up to your reputation. I'm going to give it my all!!"The soul of cooking was burning brightly."Here, this is for you, Luffy.""Great!"Satoru would always give the food he didn't want to Luffy. In this light, Luffy wasn't wrong to count Satoru's 15 meals earlier.As for worrying about whether Luffy might dislike them, Satoru never thought about it. At least, since Satoru had known Luffy, there hadn't been any food that Luffy wouldn't eat.Not eating something and not liking something are two different things."Hey! Luffy, don't grab my plate!"Luffy reached over to take the dish Satoru gave him, and while he was at it, he swiped Usopp's as well, taking away his dinner plate too."Don't splash it everywhere."Nami was sitting next to Luffy. Soup and sauce were practically flying like bullets; this was the reason why Satoru sat opposite Luffy, not next to him."Eat quickly, or it'll be gone later."As the first person to know Luffy and Satoru, Zorohad a very deep awareness of how the Straw Hat Pirates ate.Opposite Zoro was Chopper. Chopper was very obedient, and his mouth was also stuffed full.Sanji, who was next to him, reminded him, "Hey, hey, you're eating so fast, don't choke..."At the front and back of the dining table, Cobra sat at the head, and Vivi sat at the other end. Vivi also reminded Chopper."There's still plenty of food..."The entire dining hall was noisy and chaotic. Even Eyelash the camel had quietly and unnoticeably come to Usopp's side to eat, which was why the Soldiers were complaining.The seating arrangement at the table was:Cobra sat at the head of the table, and Vivi was at the foot.On the right, in order: Igaram, Luffy, Nami, Sanji, Chopper.On the left, in order: Chaka, Satoru, Usopp, Zoro."Ah papapapa... papa..."While eating, Luffy suddenly looked up at Cobra, stuffing food into his mouth while speaking."Pa, Vivi's oh oh."It would be a miracle if anyone could hear clearly what he was saying.But Satoru understood.Satoru: I am no ghost."Luffy means: So, uncle, you are the King, which means you are Vivi's father?""Hmm? Satoru, right? You really understand your Captain."Cobra replied, though he hadn't understood a word.Satoru smiled back."Perhaps it's just habit.""Luffy, finish eating before you talk."Luffy nodded, "Mmph! (You're right!)"Then he continued to inhale his food like a storm
Chapter 179: A Bath After a Full MealAs the saying goes, a bath after a full meal.What? You ask who said that?I said it... Laughter is contagious, and eventually, with Luffy and Chopper's chopstick dance and Usopp's trick of balancing a stack of plates on his nose,Even the Soldiers who initially disliked Luffy and the others for their lack of manners couldn't help but burst into laughter. The entire dining hall was filled with laughter.After eating, take a bath. Life is good."This is the Grand Bathhouse, the pride of the palace. It's usually only open during the rainy season," Cobra explained.It was indeed grand and luxurious, with two golden lions spewing hot water from their mouths.Even Nami in the adjacent women's bathhouse looked like she wanted to dismantle them and take them away.Usopp and Luffy were so excited they almost jumped into the pool. One held a towel in his hand, the other draped it over his neck, and they ran over naked."I'm going in first!""No, I'm first!"Then, in perfect unison, their feet slipped, and with a 'thud,' they both fell backward, hitting their heads on the floor."Is that fun? You guys..."Sanji complained.Satoru, having washed his hair and body, walked over with a towel wrapped around his waist and helped them up."Are you alright?""We're fine! Is that all you got?"Luffy and Usopp replied in unison.Satoru glanced at the floor. "I was talking about the floor."..."Comfortable~"Satoru also draped a towel over his neck, leaned against the edge of the bath, and soaked. He felt his mind and body cleansed. This is the life.Xiao Bai also swam around in front of him.The pool wasn't deep; Luffy and Usopp stood splashing each other, the water only reaching their knees.Zoro was washing Chopper's back and hair when he heard Luffy and Usopp shout from over there."Hey, Zoro, you can train here!""Train! Train!"Luffy and Usopp stood under the lion's mouth, enduring the rushing water."What the..."Zoro's expression from behind showed his speechlessness.Regarding whether water affects Devil Fruit Ability users.It mainly depends on whether the water can submerge the body. For example, bathing affects Ability users because the water covers most of the body, causing weakness and fatigue.However, Satoru personally tested it, and this feeling of weakness, combined with a hot bath, leaning back, tilting his head, and relaxing his body and mind, was just right and extremely comfortable.If the body's contact with water is minimal and doesn't submerge the body, it won't have an effect. For instance, during rain, rainwater quickly slides off the body and doesn't submerge it, so Devil FruitAbility users aren't afraid of rain.As for Luffy and Usopp's training under the water stream, coincidentally, it started submerging them from the head down.Sure enough, right after calling out to Zoro, Luffycollapsed weakly. Satoru, quick as a flash, turned his bracelet into a long whip and reeled Luffy in."You should just take a proper bath.""Hahaha, you're right, I'm so tired~ I'll just lean back and sit for a bit."Luffy replied with a laugh, sitting next to Satoru. Both brothers leaned against the edge, sighing in unison, looking very comfortable.On the floor, Sanji, with a towel wrapped around his waist, didn't wash his body but instead ran to Igaram, asking with a silly grin,"Excuse me, where's the women's bathhouse? Hmm ♦ Hmm ♦""Fool! Princess Vivi is also bathing; how could I possibly tell you!"Igaram replied righteously. However, did his words imply he could tell him if Vivi wasn't bathing?He didn't say, but Cobra, sitting by the bath, excitedly stood up and pointed to the next room."It's right next to this wall!""King, you're betraying the Princess!"Igaram shouted.Sanji didn't care and immediately went over with hearts in his eyes... In the adjacent women's bathhouse, the decor was the same, but the lions had become two dragons.It was a bit quieter on their side, with only Vivi and Nami.Just as Vivi and Nami were washing each other's backs, they suddenly noticed several heads peeking over the wall.Everyone was there, including the righteous Igaram, and even Satoru, who said he'd take a proper bath (holding binoculars that his bracelet had transformed into)."Hey! What are you doing up there!"Nami sighed, "These perverts."Which man isn't lustful?If you can't tell, it means he's good at hiding it.Nami directly stood up and loosened her bath towel."Sweet Impact~""100,000 Berries each~"This might be what Nami meant about the advantage of being a girl: being able to earn money (extort)."Nami!"This surprised Vivi.However, Nami's move was indeed formidable.The men couldn't resist; blood spurted from their noses as they fell backward, especially Sanji, who spurted the highest.Nami and Vivi began to bathe. Nami mentioned that it was time for them to leave. The Captain was awake, and they had no reason to stay. Furthermore, they might be cornered by the Marines, so they had to leave quickly.Vivi listened, unsure what to think, but affirmed Nami's words."Yes, it would be better to leave sooner..."...Back in the men's bathhouse.Satoru continued to bathe, and Zoro joined him.Everyone else was outside. Cobra lay on the floor, two streaks of red under his nose. "Thank you."The others responded in unison, "You old pervert."Cobra immediately retorted, "I wasn't talking about that!" After wiping away his nosebleed, he continued,"It's about this country."After saying that, he sat on the ground and bowed to Luffy and the others. As the ruler of a nation, bowing his head was his greatest sincerity.Luffy, Sanji, Chopper, and Usopp also sat on the ground listening to him."Hey, no matter what, you're a king. How can you casually bow your head to others?"Zoro, with one hand resting outside the bath, said to Cobra from the side. He actually respected others very much."This is a serious matter, Mr. Cobra. A king cannot bow his head to others."Igaram also replied with a nosebleed.Cobra still had his head bowed. "Igaram, authority is merely a beautiful ornament on clothes.""What king doesn't wear clothes?""I, as a father, as a resident of this land, from the bottom of my heart...""Thank you all."After saying that, Cobra raised his head.He was met with everyone's smiles, especially Luffy's perfectly white teeth... "Tonight?""Yes.""Leaving tonight?"After bathing, everyone returned to their rooms. The moon hung high outside, but they weren't sleeping.Nami suggested leaving tonight."Hmm, I think it's appropriate. We have no reason to stay anymore."Zoro replied, crossing his arms."I agree, and I'm also worried about Marine activity."Sanji, sitting on a chair, also expressed his agreement."What do you think, Satoru?"Usopp asked.Satoru sat by the window. "I have decision paralysis, Luffy, you decide."Satoru tossed the ball to Luffy, who nodded. "Hmm, let's eat one more Alabasta meal and then leave!"His response was Nami's iron fist."Let's go quickly, you idiot!"...Meanwhile, Jaka burst into Igaram's room in a hurry, holding three wanted posters."What should we do, Igaram? We need to inform them quickly.""Of course, but the situation is very serious. As long as they leave safely, that's what matters. I didn't expect the Marines to act so quickly."Igaram was also worried.On the three wanted posters were familiar faces."Monkey D. Luffy, bounty of 100,000,000 Berries.""Montenos D. Bai Yun, bounty of 80,000,000 Berries.""Roronoa Zoro, bounty of 60,000,000 Berries."The pictures hadn't changed, but the bounties had.Furthermore, Satoru's wanted poster now included a surname.This was the "pirate world name" Satoru chose for himself.Taking the 'Mon' from Luffy's surname, Monkey, the 'Port' and 'Gas' from Ace's surname, Portgas, and the 'Nos' from Sabo's surname, Cherino.Montenos, it really sounds like something.As for "D," since there's no evidence, Satorudeclared, "If I say it is, it is."
Chapter 180: Little Sister, Big Sister"This is bad!!"After Igaram learned of Luffy and the others' latest bounties, he knew something terrible was happening and rushed to the room to inform them.But when he violently pushed the door open, he saw a row of empty hammocks, leaving only Viviand Karoo by the window... This happened while Igaram and Chaka were looking at the bounty posters.Inside the room, a Soldier delivered a den den mushi."A den den mushi. Who is it?"Luffy asked."It's someone named [Xiao Penpen]."The Soldier replied, placed the den den mushi on Luffy's hammock, and then left."Who is [Xiao Penpen]? Does anyone know him?"Nami asked."But he said he's everyone's friend.""Sanji, you take it. I estimate you'll like it."Satoru said with a smile."I'll like it? Could it be some Big Sister!"Sanji immediately got up from the sofa, picked up the receiver with a smile, and before he could speak, a loud voice came from the other side."Hello! Hello!! Wahahaha, it's This servant...""It's! This! Servant!!"The familiar voice sounded, Sanji's expression instantly changed, and he hung up the phone with a look of disgust, then turned and shouted at Satoru."Too much liking!! You like him, Satoru!!"Satoru suppressed his laughter. "I just estimated, and among us, you are indeed the most familiar with him."As Satoru finished speaking, the den den mushirang again, and Luffy answered it."Hey, you're that Okama, right? What do you want from us?"Mr. 2 Bon Clay's voice came through the receiver. "Isn't this Straw Hat's voice? You're amazing! This servant is so happy I could cry.""Oh right, right. Don't call This servant [Mr. 2], okay? If the Marine intercepts the signal, it'll be trouble.""You just confessed without typing."Chopper complained."Get to the point."Zoro also got up and came over to Luffy."The point? Oh, right, right! This servant has taken your ship!"As soon as this was said, everyone except Satoruand Vivi immediately made shark faces."Are you kidding me!!""You bastard, where are you now!!"Sanji felt like he was being cursed at even on the back of his head."I'm on your ship, oh. Listen to me, listen to me.""Aren't we friends?"Mr. 2 Bon Clay told Luffy and the others that he took the going merry to help them, otherwise the ship would have been seized by the Marine."Upstream on the Sandora River."Luffy put down the receiver."Can he be trusted?"Vivi asked, after all, he was one of the people who once planned to destroy her country."We were indeed friends for a time."Luffy replied."I bet you'd be friends with him again if you met him."A complaint from Zoro; he really knows how to judge people."He's only one person, he shouldn't dare to lie to us.""Besides, no matter where our ship is, we have to go take a look, don't we?"Satoru analyzed."Mm, Satoru is right! Let's start packing."Luffy said, and everyone immediately started packing.Vivi watched silently, and after they finished packing, she spoke."Everyone... what should I do?"Nami walked up to Vivi, grabbed her hand, and said, "Listen, Vivi, we're giving you 12 hours to think. After we retrieve the ship on the Sandora River, we'll leave the Sandora River Port, head past Nanohana Port, and then go to the East Port. That will be around noon, but we probably won't be able to stop there."Nami didn't say anything explicitly, but she had secretly arranged everything."If you want to continue traveling with us, there will only be that one instant to board the ship. At that time, we will warmly welcome you to join the ranks of pirates."Nami smiled and released Vivi's hand."We only invited you so warmly because you're a Princess."Usopp said."You must come, Vivi."Luffy shouted, but Nami refuted him."Don't do that, Luffy.""What the heck? Don't you guys want Vivi to come too?""Of course not. It should be her decision."Nami replied.Vivi forced a smile.Zoro slid down the rope below. "Mm, the rope is sturdy. You can come down now."Then Luffy and the others went down one by one, leaving only Satoru and Vivi.Satoru came to the window, with Vivi beside him."There's no need to be so conflicted, Your Highness Princess.""To be honest, King Cobra is still in good health, and even if you leave, the impact on this country won't be too great.""However, this country is now in a recovery period after the rebellion. Can you bear to leave?""Furthermore, as the sole heir of the kingdom and the future Empress, you should learn how to govern a country. But when it comes to governing, people like us can't offer you much help or learning.""Satoru, are you done yet?"Luffy shouted."I'm ready, coming now."Satoru replied, then smiled at Vivi and said."So, regarding the ending of the story about the Ash Princess leading seven Little Giants to battle the Snake Spirit and Scorpion Spirit.""Should I tell you tomorrow, or keep it as something to look forward to when we meet in the future?""You decide, Vivi.""But no matter the final result, remember this: we are already comrades. I think so, and everyone else thinks so too.""I'm leaving."After speaking, Satoru jumped straight down. Why would someone who can fly need a rope?Vivi slowly sat down on the chair, watching Luffyand the others' receding figures until they disappeared. She didn't want to leave the chair... Vivisat sideways to Igaram, hugging her knees, feeling small and lonely."Princess Vivi...""Where are Luffy and the others? Where did they go?"Igaram asked.Vivi turned her head to look at him. "What's wrong, Igaram? They are pirates, of course they went out to sea.""Out... out to sea? I suppose so. It's better they leave early, under the cover of night.""Karoo, come here, take this newspaper and the bounty posters to them."Igaram signaled Karoo to come over.But Vivi said, "It's no use, Igaram.""Why? At least let them know their situation."Igaram was puzzled."I already had the Swift Duck Squad escort them. Karoo won't be able to catch up no matter how fast he runs.""Besides, it doesn't matter if we tell them or not. Even if they knew, they would just laugh happily. Nothing would change."Vivi got up, walked over, and pushed Igaram out."Alright, you don't need to worry about them anymore. Go out, I need to sleep. I have to wake up early tomorrow, right?""Ah, but... that's right. Tomorrow, the Princess has to give a speech to the entire nation."Igaram left the room, but he felt something was off.Vivi was too calm.This frightened Igaram, causing him to stare at the ceiling all night. "Something's not right, something's not right..."And Vivi also couldn't sleep."It's so quiet, Karoo. It's been a long time since we had such a quiet night.""No cook desperately trying to stuff the refrigerator.""No swordsman training every night.""No navigator throwing pillows when she wakes up confused.""No Satoru who tells stories that everyone listens to seriously...""Not a single one..."...At this moment, the Straw Hat Pirates were riding six Swift Ducks toward the upper reaches of the Sandora River.Chopper was lying on Zoro's head—a perfect fit."Mm, this is comfortable."Zoro sighed, feeling the wind blow."That's right, it's time to say goodbye to the Sand Kingdom, and to this campaign led by me."No need to guess who said such a "shameless" thing—it was Usopp. After saying that, he turned to Luffy, who was holding a rope in one hand and constantly gnawing on a large piece of bone-in meat (Alabasta style) in the other, and said:"Haven't you had enough yet, Luffy?""Mhm mhm, Alabasta cuisine is too delicious, Sanji. Try making it next time."Luffy nodded in reply. Even while traveling, he couldn't forget to eat, although he had just devoured a hundred servings a few hours earlier."Mm, I thought so too, so I asked Tilacotan for the menu and also prepared the sauces."Sanji replied. Sanji always takes initiative when it comes to cooking, without Luffy needing to ask.While they were chatting, Nami remained silent.Satoru understood. There was a large group of men on the ship, and they finally had a 'little sister,' but she didn't know whether she should go with them or if she would even come.Of course, this was only a small part of the reason.Moreover, she didn't know that when the 'little sister' left, a 'big sister' would arrive.
Chapter 181: A Noisy FarewellIt is currently 12:30 AM.The Straw Hat Pirates are racing across the desert, heading to the upper reaches of the Sandora Riverto retrieve the going merry.Nami, having left her little sister, remains a bit gloomy, but that is only a small part of the reason."I've decided... I'm giving up that billion berries for Vivi.""Of course you are, you big money-grubber!!""So it was all for money!!""Ah!! Usopp fell down.""It's all your fault, Nami!!""What are you all arguing about! Worrying about Vivi won't help.""Oh, Usopp fell down, never mind him...""It's because you caused it!!"Satoru watches the bickering group silently, the corners of his mouth curling up slightly; truly a noisy farewell.At 4:00 AM, the Straw Hat Pirates arrive at their destination, before daybreak.They see Mr. 2 Bon Clay standing at the top of the lookout tower, his back turned to them, his clothes fluttering."Hmm! You made This servant wait such a long time!!""Long time no see!!""It was only three days ago."Satoru retorts, but he is the only one who pays any attention to Mr. 2 Bon Clay, as the others are busy saying goodbye to the Super Spot-billed Ducks."We've arrived.""Alright, put down the luggage, thank you.""Until we meet again.""Be careful on the way back.""Give our regards to the King and the curly-haired uncle!!""Quack quack quack!!""Goodbye, hope to see you again if fate allows."Mr. 2 Bon Clay has jumped onto the side of the ship at some point, waving with tears streaming down his face; one would think the Super Spot-billed Ducks were seeing him off.Then, his expression changes instantly, and he stomps his feet in anger. I mean, are all Okama's emotions this erratic?"Wrong! Wrong!!"Sanji turns his head to scold him, "What is it!!""You're still asking This servant what?!""This attitude is not~~ very good!! Old friends meeting and not even greeting each other."Mr. 2 Bon Clay says indignantly."Who is your friend? You are an enemy, and you deceived us!!"Luffy glares at him and replies."Oh my, Heaven is my witness, This servant really didn't know at the time."Mr. 2 Bon Clay replies, just as Zoro is carrying things on board."Hey, move over.""Ah, sorry.""The Baroque Works organization has already fallen; we are no longer enemies.""Even if we aren't enemies, what are you doing on our ship?!"Luffy asks."Pah, what an ungrateful brat!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay says indignantly."What!!"Luffy replies indignantly as well."Listen well, if This servant hadn't taken this ship, the only outcome for this ship would have been seizure by the Marine.""You have no idea what the situation is around this island right now! It has been completely blockaded by the Marine, blockaded!!""Not even a swan can fly out!!"Luffy, Usopp, and Chopper look shocked upon hearing this."So, you stole the going merry from the Marine for our sake?""Why?""Yeah? Why?"Mr. 2 Bon Clay lets tears stream down, gives a thumbs up, "Because, after all, we are friends.""You really are a good person, and I'm not joking!!"The next second, the four of them happily put their arms around each other's shoulders and start doing a high-kick dance.What Zoro said earlier, "When we meet again, I think you'll still be friends with him," was an accurate observation."Is there any more luggage?""No, this is the last of it."Nami and Sanji don't care at all, as if they had guessed it long ago, while Satoru has already been on the lookout tower."So, Mr. 2 Bon Clay, you want more comradesbecause the Marine has blockaded this island, right?"Zoro sees through his intentions; no one helps others for no reason."That's right! In these extraordinary times and this extraordinary era, we must turn enemies into friends, work together, and break through the encirclement!!""Oh oh oh oh!!"Luffy, Usopp, and Chopper cheer enthusiastically.Behind them, Mr. 2 Bon Clay's swan ship silently pulls up, with his subordinates still on board, "Well then, please treat us well from now on.""Are you kidding me!!"Zoro shouts angrily, realizing he has so many people with him.Nami sighs, "Good grief.""Hahaha, they're just like that, Nami. Let's set sail. It should take 8 hours to get to the East Port."Satoru says."Hmm, 8 hours, if there are no accidents, that should be enough.""Then let's hope there are no accidents."
Chapter 182: Pirate Queen"Then let's hope there are no accidents."If everything was just like "then," then... then it would be... "Miss Hina, the group's ship has been spotted; they are docked at the exit of the upper reaches of the Sandora River."Hina put on her gloves and tightened them with her teeth."Prepare for battle!!"...It is now 7:30 AM, and the Straw Hat Pirates have been intercepted by Hina at the exit of the upper reaches of the Sandora River.Meanwhile, back at the palace."Igaram! I'm going to become the Pirate Queen!!"Igaram gave himself a huge surprise in his dream.Vivi with tattoos, holding a gun, in a pirate outfit—it scared him so much he snapped his eyes open.Without hesitation, he jumped out of bed and ran toward Vivi's room.Princess Vivi.Then he saw his wife Tiratang and the kingdom's royal stylist tightening Vivi's dress.Then he was thrown out."That hurts, maybe I'm just overthinking it."Having been shut out, Igaram walked back with his pillow and saw Cobra standing nearby.He had been there just now, but Igaram was too rushed to notice."Ah, His Majesty the King, you're awake? Good morning."Cobra turned his head, a large bump on his left forehead."Ah, good morning, Igaram. Tiratang really is a tigress.""Don't speak ill of her!!!!" Igaram immediately replied... "Vivi, we're coming in."Time passed, and Vivi had finished her makeup. After hesitating for a long time, she finally asked Tiratang to call Cobra and Igaram inside."Yes, please come in.""Father, Igaram, I have something very important to tell you."...Vivi seemed to have made a decision, but things weren't looking good for Satoru and the others.Hina used her so-called Black Spear Formation.This involved deploying two ships in each of the four directions—North, South, East, and West—surrounding Luffy and the others, and continuously firing black iron spears at the going merry and the Swanne.Satoru used Visual Replication to copy Hina's devil fruit, throwing spears to intercept spears, but he was only one person with two hands.He couldn't compete with the spears Hina had prepared in advance using her Cage-Cage Fruit ability and fired from turrets."Come on! Use cannonballs to attack! That way I can give you a taste of your own medicine!!"Luffy shouted angrily.Black iron spears—with Zoro not yet able to use flying slashes, Sanji's physical legs, and Luffy's rubber body, they could only block one side.The other side could only rely on cannonballs and Satoru.But there were still the front and back sides.And since Franky wasn't there yet, the going merryonly had one turret.Even though Satoru, Luffy, and the others were extremely focused, many spears still pierced the bottom of the going merry."Think of something quickly!! We can't keep up with the repairs at the bottom of the ship."Chopper in his human form popped up from the bottom of the ship, holding a hammer and shouting. They couldn't keep up, they simply couldn't keep up... "The Black Cage Unit's famous formation, the [Black Spear Formation]!""Can you even break it!! Idiots!!"Suddenly, two old acquaintances emerged from the two ships to the south."The World's Number One Hypnotist" Jango and "The World's Number One Iron Fist" Fullbody.They had met for certain reasons and, attracted by Hina's beauty, joined the Marine as her subordinates."Hypnotist! Weren't you a pirate!!"Luffy shouted."The one next to him looks familiar."Sanji rubbed his chin and murmured.He didn't remember anyone who wasted food, even though he had once lifted him by the neck."Meeting me is a hundred years of bad luck for you!! I'm definitely going to sink that violent chef and their comrades.""Come... look at this ring, I must prove today that I'm not a weirdo!!"Fullbody raised his fists, Jango took out his hypnosis ring, and both showed off their "specialties."Usopp quietly did something big and fired a cannonball directly at them.It hit the target dead on, one ship going down and taking another with it.The south side was broken."Usopp, did you do that? That's amazing!!"Luffy said in surprise.But looking at Usopp's expression, even he hadn't expected one shot to have such an effect.As expected of Clutch Usopp.Satoru agreed.He had been holding back from profanities for a long time, but he felt his luck still couldn't compare to the "Chosen One," Usopp.
Chapter 183: The Way of the OkamaWith the chosen Usopp's cannon blast taking down two warships, Hina's Black Cage Formation was breached on the south side.It was a good opportunity, but also not.If they wanted to go to the East Port to wait for Vivi, they couldn't retreat south (behind them); they had to go forward.Seeing one side of the Black Cage Formation broken, Hina took off her cape, threw it to her subordinates, raised both hands, and pressed them together."Once the ships line up, you all withdraw. Don't get in the way. Hina finds it very troublesome..."..."What are you doing?! Hurry and escape through that gap to the south!""That way, the losses will be minimal.""If you keep going forward, you'll be wiped out."Seeing the Merry still moving forward, Mr. 2 Bon Clay leaped over, thinking Luffy and the others were crazy."It's not a matter of escaping or not.""We must go forward.""Look, these ships are starting to line up ahead. That's a problem.""However, it'll be easier to intercept if there's only one side."Satoru replied, and Mr. 2 Bon Clay's mind only registered two words: "Problem.""Satoru is right, we must go forward.""If you want to go, then go."Luffy replied."Why?!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay was very confused.His subordinates next door also anxiously shouted for him to come back, "Mr. 2 Bon Clay, hurry up, let's escape by ourselves!"Nami replied, "We have an appointment with someone at the East Port at 12 PM. We don't have time to detour, so we can only charge straight through."Nami replied.Mr. 2 Bon Clay turned around upon hearing this."Ha! Idiots! Idiots!!""You must have left treasures more precious than life at the East Port, right? Go die if you want to!!"Satoru replied with a smile, "Whether it's treasure or not, it's quite 'precious'."Luffy raised his right hand and tightened his straw hat, "We're going to pick up our comrades."A bolt of lightning struck Mr. 2 Bon Clay's head, his jaw dropped so wide it could almost plow the ground. To pick up comrades, for comrades!!Mr. 2 Bon Clay fell silent, stood at the side of the Merry, turned to his subordinates, "Escaping now would go against the Way of the Okama!!""Even if it costs us our lives, we must go greet our friends.""If we don't save such loyal friends, will you be able to eat tomorrow?!!""Everyone listen up, and you Straw Hats too!!""I'll transform into Straw Hat Luffy using the clothes of Straw Hat Luffy on your ship.""Make Black Cage Hina think that Straw Hat Luffyand the others have switched ships to escape!!""Straw Hat, we'll split into two groups to escape. We'll head south, and when Black Cage Hina chases us, you all can go east!"As Mr. 2 Bon Clay's words fell, there was a moment of silence. Just as Luffy and the others were about to speak, Mr. 2 Bon Clay's subordinates on the Swan shouted in unison."Understood!! Mr. 2 Bon Clay!!""Cover the Straw Hats!!"After shouting, they began to disguise themselves.Sanji lit a cigarette, "He's not bad after all, that damn Okama.""Mr. 2 Bon Clay!!!"Luffy, Usopp, and Chopper, seeing the two shining words behind Mr. 2 Bon Clay, were moved to tears.Satoru raised his hand, and a pistol immediately appeared. A bullet shot towards the Swan, instantly transforming into a clone that looked towards the Merry."This is my clone, it can help a little."(Just a quick note, as mentioned before, the ability of the bracelet to replicate under the moonlight is permanent, with a limited number of uses, which will be discussed later. The clones are an ability of the Human-Human Fruit of the bracelet, limited to six people, with no time limit, unless Satoru's Main Body loses consciousness or runs out of stamina.Clones created under the moonlight can choose one ability from the bracelet's replicated abilities or the Main Body's Replication Fruit Ability. They can only replicate one ability and one technique. Once used, the effect lasts for 30 minutes.However, clones created during the day can only possess the Main Body's Replication Fruit Ability, also only replicating one ability, with a time limit of 15 minutes. This limitation applies to the ability, not the clone itself.The six clones in Alabasta were all created by Satoru beforehand in Nanohana, which is why they could use the bracelet's replicated abilities. But the clone Satoru sent to help Mr. 2 Bon Clay now can only possess the Replication Fruit Ability.)Mr. 2 Bon Clay understood Satoru's meaning, "He even used a clone to help me, how loyal!""I knew the feeling when we first met was special, like destiny."Satoru: "...Don't overthink it. I'm just afraid you alone won't be able to hold back Black Cage Hina for too long, and it would be bad if she caught up."Mr. 2 Bon Clay: "...""Hahahahaha, so heartless... both heartless and loyal..."Mr. 2 Bon Clay leaned against the side of the Merry, mumbling emotionally... "Wahahaha, are you looking for Straw Hat Luffy, meaning This servant?""Hahaha, just kidding."They successfully lured Hina and her forces, but Mr. 2 Bon Clay and his group were also stopped by Hina.Standing at the bow, Mr. 2 Bon Clay had one foot on the side of the ship, still wearing his puffy pants, laughing with Luffy's face.Behind him, except for Satoru, the others were the "Pinduoduo 9.9 Yuan version of the Straw Hat Pirates."But Satoru stated that they were much better than the group on Sabaody Archipelago two years later."Miss Hina, the sheep ship escaped to the east."At this moment, the Soldier next to Hina reported belatedly, but at this distance, it was probably too late to catch up."Gahahahaha, you've been tricked! We are experts in disguise, and also friends of Straw Hat Luffy and the others!!""We are Mr. 2 Bon Clay, who embodies the Way of the Okama~"Mr. 2 Bon Clay stood on the side of the ship, turning the words on his back towards Hina and her group, almost falling off due to unsteadiness.Satoru grabbed his flailing hand.Mr. 2 Bon Clay steadied himself, "Whew! Whew! That was close, that was close. Thank you, Satoru~" After saying that, Mr. 2 Bon Clay even winked flirtatiously.Satoru: "...Don't make me throw you over there!!""How unromantic, how unromantic..."Mr. 2 Bon Clay muttered.Hina bit the cigarette butt in her mouth, asking with an annoyed expression."Why aren't you leaving, Montenos D. Bai Yun?""Or are you, as the Soldier reported... able to create clones?""Never mind, none of that matters. Hina is humiliated, and none of you will escape!""Hmph!! Bring it on!!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay also replied with a grim face. How could he be smiling during a fight?nika Luffy:...I feel offended... Watching the continuous explosions from the distant Swan, the former White Swan sank to the bottom of the sea.Luffy, Usopp, Chopper, and even Sanji, all four of them watched this scene from the second floor of the Merry.They cried tears of gratitude, shouting, "Mr. 2 Bon Clay, we won't forget you!!"Satoru's Main Body, on the lookout tower, also watched this scene, feeling conflicted. He hoped to see him again, yet also hoped not to, or rather, hoped to see him again not in Impel Down.
Chapter 184: The Ending of the Story About Princess Gray Leading Seven Little Giants to Fight the Snake Demon and Scorpion DemonWith the help of Clone Bai Yun, Mr. 2 Bon Clay and the others successfully held up Hina. After Clone Bai Yun lost his 15-minute ability, Clone Bai Yunpersonally intercepted Hina, allowing Mr. 2 Bon Clay and the others to escape on the small boat.He still had his own exclusive adventure. If following the historical trajectory, he was captured while trying to save his former boss. This way, everyone who fought at Alabasta would be accounted for, and the "family" would be complete.Although Clone Bai Yun was restrained by Hinausing the Cage-Cage devil fruit, he immediately transformed into a bullet right in front of her.Overall, Hina let the Straw Hat Pirates go, and now she let Mr. 2 Bon Clay escape, only gaining a bullet—a limited edition bullet that had once been Satoru.To summarize again, she is a huge sucker ~(￣▽￣～)~...As for Luffy and the others, Hina's Black Cage Formation couldn't stop them at all. They just went up, kicked, slashed, and struck down. Cannonballs and bullets?Luffy: Bring more.Satoru: Maybe not.They fought their way through and finally arrived at the designated East Port.But Vivi hadn't arrived.Now, Vivi's voice was broadcast through loudspeakers across Alabasta.Vivi was talking about her adventures and the ship she met that led her toward the light.Luffy and the others at the East Port also heard Vivi's voice... Alabasta East Port, Marisk.Luffy and his crew waited for Vivi right there.Zoro and Sanji were more realistic."Did you hear that? That voice is definitely Vivi's."Sanji exhaled a puff of smoke, taking over from Zoro."That must be Alabasta's celebration. It looks like Vivi has made her decision."But Luffy, Usopp, and Chopper were the most stubborn."It just sounds like Vivi.""Exactly!!!""Let's go. It's past twelve o'clock..."Sanji urged.Luffy was throwing a childish tantrum. The three most important things in his heart were "comrades," "food," and "brothers.""She wouldn't fail to show up! Let's get off the ship and find her!!"Zoro was about to come over and reason with him too, but Satoru spoke first."Let's wait a little longer. Maybe Vivi was just delayed.""However, the current situation doesn't give us time to disembark. We can only wait on the ship, and not for too long, Luffy.""Alright, we'll wait a bit longer."Luffy replied, turning his head to stare at the shore.Zoro had no choice but to agree to wait longer.And just then, the Marine caught up—not Hina, but a Captain."Oh no, the Marine are chasing us again!"Usopp shouted."Just how many ships do they have?!"Zoro exclaimed.That's unknown. All we can say is that the Marine is funded by the World Government, and the World Government is composed of Celestial Dragons, who are the wealthiest people in the pirate world.How many ships?Maybe a hundred million.Knowing they couldn't stay, Zoro prioritized the big picture and immediately shouted."Prepare to sail! Turn the rudder!!""Give up. The Vivi right now is different from the Viviwho was with us."Sanji advised.Luffy pursed his lips and didn't answer.Just as he was about to accept it, and the ship had already turned and sailed a short distance, Vivi's shout came from the shore."Everyone!!!"Let's temporarily shift the camera to Alabasta. Where Vivi was originally standing on the balcony, Igaram was standing now—or rather, Igaram in women's clothing. Sure enough, once cross-dressing happens once, it's impossible for it to only happen once.The crowd below wasn't blind either. They threw things at him and asked where the real princess was.The princess is at the East Port shore.Meanwhile, the King was holding back laughter in the room behind Igaram."Vivi!!""Karoo!!"Luffy excitedly stood with one foot on the ship's railing."See!! She came!!"Luffy turned his head and said with a smile."Turn back immediately."Usopp immediately went to take the helm.Nami also sighed in relief, "Vivi..."Sanji's eyes turned into red hearts again, and Chopper raised both hands in joy.Only Zoro maintained the broadest perspective: "The Marine are catching up too."Satoru laughed and patted his shoulder, "If they came, they came. It's only three ships. If they come, we fight!!"Zoro glanced at him and nodded.Just as everyone was excited, Vivi suddenly shouted."I came... to say goodbye to everyone."Everyone's smiles instantly froze, turning into confusion. Satoru sighed, "Fate! Even if you don't change it, it changes!"Vivi took the den den mushi microphone from Karoo. Now, her words were being broadcast back across Alabasta."I'm sorry! I can't go with you!!""Thank you very much for taking care of me during this time.""Although I really want to go on an adventure, I am filled with love for this country...""I love my country too much!!""So, I can't leave with you!!"Upon hearing this, Luffy fell silent, then replaced his expression with a smile, "I see."If someone has their own pursuit and things they want to do, Luffy will understand and let go, just like Whitebeard was willing to let Oden join Roger's ship."I've decided to stay here. If we meet again someday, can you still call me a comrade?!"In the end, Vivi couldn't hold back her tears.Exclamations came from the Marine warships nearby."Did you hear that!! The Princess of Alabasta is colluding with pirates?""She's friends with pirates?"Luffy was about to shout a reply, but Namiimmediately covered his mouth."Idiot!""You can't answer her! The Marine have already noticed Vivi. If they gather any more evidence linking her to us, Vivi will be convicted."Nami explained.Just then, Satoru walked over, holding a megaphone."Those Marine bastards chasing us, you must be tired, right?""I'm just here to tell the ending of a story. Remember, interrupting others is impolite."Satoru's last sentence stunned the Marine and made Nami freeze her hand."The ending of the story about Princess Gray leading Seven Little Giants to fight the Snake Demon and Scorpion Demon.""The ending, well, it just happened.""With the fall of the Scorpion Demon, Princess Gray reclaimed her country.""The Seven Little Giants will not stay. They must continue their adventure; they must search for treasure.""As for Princess Gray, she chose to stay and build her country. But for her, isn't that another kind of adventure?""In the end, the Seven Little Giants will find their treasure, and Princess Gray's country will flourish and prosper.""Even if they are not together and haven't seen each other for a long time, they will forever remember this adventure in their hearts.""No matter how much time passes, they will always be comrades, forever!!"As Satoru's words fell, Luffy and the others, lined up behind him, all raised their arms, showing the X mark on their forearms to Vivi.Satoru's megaphone automatically transformed into a bracelet as he lowered it, and he turned around and raised his hand as well.Vivi's smile was mixed with tears. She put down the microphone and raised her hand along with Karoo. This was their response. Vivi also whispered back."Yes, we will.""The treasure will be found, and the country will become prosperous..."