Chapter 426: Truly a Terrifying CombinationOn the prairie side.Luffy and Aokiji's one-on-one fight.However, after just a few moves, Luffy had multiple frostbite injuries, and the ground extending from Satoru's feet for more than ten meters was frozen solid.Although Luffy was shivering from the cold, he gritted his teeth and stood his ground, facing off against Aokiji."Hoo!! Hoo!!!"Luffy gasped for air.Satoru stood to the side, crossing his arms and gripping them tightly, watching the battle before him. His nails dug into his skin because he was controlling himself from intervening.Luffy had told him not to intervene; this was a one-on-one fight!..."You really are a strange fellow."Looking at Luffy, who was desperately holding on despite the slim chance of victory, Aokiji couldn't understand.Had such a short time together been enough for him to risk his life for Nico Robin?Thinking of that Giant Vice Admiral, Aokiji couldn't figure out just how charming Nico Robin was."Aaaah!!!"Luffy charged forward once more.Aokiji didn't react, allowing Luffy to kick him into the air.Aokiji flew upward.Luffy quickly inhaled, swelling up like a rubber balloon, then twisted his body, releasing the air inside downward to propel himself up, using his Rubber Machine Gun while spinning."Gomu Gomu no Storm!!"This was the move that had knocked out Crocodile, but Aokiji instantly countered it.Amidst the rain of fists, Aokiji found an opening and delivered an embrace."Ice Time."Luffy's entire body instantly froze, turning him into an ice sculpture.Although he was in mid-air, Aokiji did not throw him down. Instead, he flew down and placed Luffy on the ground. Luffy, frozen into an ice sculpture, still maintained his punching posture... Aokiji sat cross-legged in front of Luffy and patted his head."...Oh no, oh no, I fell for it.""Since I agreed to a one-on-one fight, then after I win, this battle is over! That's what you meant, right?""If I were to attack anyone else, that would be breaking the rules, wouldn't it, straw hat Captain!!"As he said this, thinking of another possibility, Aokijicouldn't help but smile."Or perhaps, you truly believed you could defeat me.""Even if the Old Man were to attack us comrades, Luffy would still fight.""That's just who he is."Satoru flashed forward and blocked in front of Luffy.Aokiji was sitting, and he was standing, but he wasn't much taller than Aokiji."How arrogant.""So, do you still want to fight?"Aokiji replied and countered with a question."As you just said, this battle is over."Satoru replied calmly."However, I am truly curious about your real strength.""So many abilities, and... that ever-changing bracelet."Aokiji rested his face in his hand, looking quite relaxed."The Old Man still cares about us.""Did he not even tell you about my Devil Fruit Ability?"Satoru's reply brought Garp into the conversation again.Aokiji fell silent. 'He's using Vice Admiral Garp to pressure me, isn't he?'"I was truly hesitant before about whether or not to arrest you.""After all, you are a dangerous individual who... can sever one of Blackbeard's arms."Aokiji's words didn't shock Satoru much. Given the Marine's intelligence network, they were bound to find out about Blackbeard's severed arm sooner or later. After all, with the special status of being a traitor from the Whitebeard Pirates, the Marinefocused heavily on the affairs of the Four Emperors.In response to Aokiji's statement, Satoru turned his head to the side, looked up diagonally, and pouted."What? What Blackbeard? I don't know anything."Aokiji: "...""In any case, the battle is over, and I will not violate the rules.""Shattering Straw Hat Luffy here right now would be easy.""However, I owe you all a favor.""In this way, the matter of defeating Crocodile in Alabasta is wiped clean between us.""And the matter concerning that fool Smoker... forget it, I won't mention it."Aokiji stood up, dusting the dirt off himself as he spoke."Let me warn you one more time.""In the future, that woman, Nico Robin, will definitely cause you great trouble.""She is a witch by nature; you won't be able to handle her.""Letting that woman join your crew is asking for trouble."Every time Satoru heard such remarks, he only found them amusing."Heh heh.""If she had committed murder or arson, then calling her a witch might be appropriate.""No one is born as a'something' or 'other'.""It's merely slander from others, or something she was forced into.""What basis do you have to say she is a witch by nature?""Is it just because she... is the sole survivor of Ohara!!"When the three words 'Ohara' left his mouth, Aokijinarrowed his eyes."Did she tell you even that?"Satoru did not answer."If you know even this and still let her join the crew, then this Straw Hat kid truly is bold.""Her very existence is a major headache watched by many parties.""Later on, you will understand why she is a witch."After speaking, Aokiji turned and prepared to leave.Satoru thought to himself, 'Bold? That's far from the whole story.'"Next time we meet, I intend to fully explore the extent of your strength.""Long-Haired Bai Yun.""A witch and the mysterious Long Hair kid... truly a terrifying combination."Leaving that sentence behind, Aokiji departed completely.Satoru couldn't help but inwardly grumble, 'Terrifying? Did you turn into Kizaru? Everything is terrifying to you...' "Luffy, Satoru!!"When Zoro and Sanji ran back, they only saw Satoru walking back carrying Luffy on his back; the ice on Luffy had already melted.The two rushed to Satoru and relaxed upon seeing that Luffy's breathing was steady."What happened?"Zoro asked.Zoro was puzzled as to whether Aokiji had left and how Luffy hadn't remained frozen, but he couldn't ask directly.Satoru briefly explained the fight that had just occurred, naturally omitting the conversation between him and Aokiji."I had a clone use the Mera Mera no Mi Ability to slowly thaw Luffy out. He's fine now.""That's good."Hearing this, Sanji finally relaxed and lit a cigarette.Zoro gestured, asking if Satoru needed him to carry Luffy instead.Satoru shook his head."I didn't fight, so I'm fine."Zoro nodded, and the three of them walked back toward the going merry.
Chapter 427: The Eye of All-Encompassing InsightThe door to the cabin of the going merry was like the door to an operating room. Everyone waited outside until Chopper pushed the door open, his eyes welling up with tears as he said."Luffy and Robin, their pulses are stable, and their breathing has leveled out.""They are out of danger!""That's great! Ahhhhh!!"Usopp jumped up with joy.Sanji turned into a lovesick fool again, "Sister Robin!!"Luffy:..."No, no, going in now will disturb them."Seeing that everyone was very happy and wanted to go in to see the two of them, Chopperimmediately waved his hands and said."Doctor Chopper, then I'll cook something for them to eat."Sanji was happy, and the title "Doctor Chopper" slipped out.Chopper was even happier when he heard that, his eyes narrowing into slits as he smiled, "Even if you call me a doctor, I won't be happy, you bastard!!""After they wake up, it's best to cook something that can warm their bodies.""Also, move them to the second floor in a while.""I'm going back to check on them again."Having said that, Chopper turned and went back into the cabin.Zoro watched him go in, then looked at Nami next to him."Hey, Nami, are we setting sail?""We can't. Although the Log Pose is full, the Captainand Sister Robin are both injured like that, so let's stay here today."Zoro nodded and started walking, then saw Usoppsitting on the ground, leaning against the wall, letting out a sigh of relief."What's wrong with you, Usopp?""It's like I've been suppressed for a long time.""Luffy and the others are already fine."Usopp collapsed directly, one side of his face pressed against the deck, "Will such a terrifying guy come after us again in the future?"Zoro was silent.Usopp sighed."Someone like me... I'd be taken care of in two or three moves, right..."Zoro couldn't stand self-pity, "Fool, get up quickly, you're very tired too, right!!""Zoro is right.""Never look down on yourself, Usopp.""It was you and Chopper who saved Sister Robin.""You might indeed be taken care of by Aokiji in one or two moves right now, but people can improve. If you keep being this dejected, then you will always be taken care of in one or two moves.""Is this the kind of Brave Warrior of the Sea you want to be? A man of the sea?"It was Satoru who knew how to comfort people, his voice coming from the lookout tower.Usopp stood up immediately."No, a man of the sea certainly wouldn't be afraid!!""Satoru, you're right!!""I will work hard to become stronger!!""...Of course, rest first.""Hahaha..."With an awkward laugh, Usopp left.Zoro looked up at Satoru on the lookout tower, only to see him still lying on top, his Long Hair hanging down being the most obvious feature."What, are you going to grow Long Hair too, Zoro?""I'm actually quite curious what you would look like with Long Hair."Satoru's voice drifted down.Without saying a word, Zoro walked away....The sun and the moon swapped shifts.Night fell.Inside the boys' shared bedroom on the second floor.Everyone was gathered here.But only Luffy and Robin were sleeping on the beds.The others were leaning against the wall, lying on the floor, or sitting on the ground, resting by the bedside.The going merry was relatively small; only the two ladies and Satoru had their own rooms.Originally, this large bedroom was Luffy's "Captain's Quarters," but after Zoro, Usopp, and Sanji joined, it wasn't anymore.Deep in the night.What could be heard in the ears were many breathing sounds, especially Luffy next to him, who was sleeping with his mouth wide open and snot bubbles forming.Robin couldn't sleep, not because of the others' breathing.It was just simply... unable to sleep.Although the breathing sounds were many and mixed, they actually made Robin feel very at ease."Can't sleep, Sister Robin?"Satoru's voice suddenly drifted over, even sounding a bit eerie.But Robin didn't seem scared at all."Oh my, the scare tactic failed, huh."Satoru sat up; he had just been lying in the gap between Robin's and Luffy's beds, the spot that might get stepped on by someone getting out of bed."How is your body?""Sister Robin?""How about going out for a walk?"Satoru asked with a smile.Robin tilted her head to look at him, and after a few seconds of silence, she nodded....On the sea at night, the moon and stars were reflected on the surface of the water, which was very beautiful. If any jellyfish drifted by, it would be even more beautiful.Looking at the sea, Robin had a coat draped over her shoulders, enjoying the sea breeze brushing against her face."Do you know a lot of things, Mr. Secretary?"Satoru had joked about being the Captain's secretary, and Robin had just started using that title.Satoru accepted it; after all, it was much better than the title "Little Brother Satoru.""Well, I do know much more than you imagine, Sister Robin."Satoru didn't beat around the bush and admitted it directly."What... exactly is your identity?"Robin hesitated for a moment before asking."Sister Robin is worried that I might be a Marine, or someone from the World Government, aren't you?""Otherwise, why would Aokiji let me and Luffy go?"Satoru asked back with a smile.Robin was silent; maybe she had that thought, maybe she didn't."I grew up with Luffy, that's a fact. I couldn't have been an undercover agent since I was a child, could I?""As for why I know so much..."Speaking of this, Satoru paused.Robin turned her head to look over, and Satoru had already turned his head, the two of them locking eyes.Satoru pointed his finger at his own eyes."Because of this Eye of All-Encompassing Insight that sees the past and knows the future (this is purely Satoru talking nonsense).""Eye of All-Encompassing Insight?"Robin repeated it, adding a piece of unknown knowledge.There was no help for it; Satoru couldn't exactly tell Robin that he was a transmigrator and that Robinand the others were people from a "two-dimensional" world.Satoru nodded slightly and explained."I've already told Miss Nami about this.""These eyes can see other people's Devil Fruit Ability, the techniques they have mastered, such as swordsmanship, cooking, and knowledge.""This is the basics. The most important thing is that I can see other people's past, and even a glimpse of the near future.""It's innate. Sister Robin, you can think of it as an innate Observation Haki, but I call it the Eye of All-Encompassing Insight.""You should have heard of innate Observation Haki, right?""So..."Robin tightened her coat, feeling a bit incredulous. If that were true, she would be completely transparent in front of Satoru."I didn't do it on purpose."Satoru said with a bit of apology."Also, I can only see a tiny bit of the future. Although I can see more of the past, it's not everything, unless... there is trust.""Trust?""Mm.""How much of the past I can see depends on how much this person trusts me.""I'm very happy that Sister Robin can trust me."Satoru said with a smile, a truly brilliant smile.Robin was infected by it and couldn't help but smile as well."Do I trust you very much?"Satoru nodded."Not quite 'very much,' but it counts as trust.""And you are the person on the ship who trusts me the least.""However, having had such a childhood experience, to have this much trust in me, I am already very happy."
Chapter 428: Tomorrow Will Be a Beautiful DayNight fell.Everyone else was asleep.But Satoru found Robin on the deck to have a heart-to-heart.The events they were about to face.CP9 was a minor issue; helping Robin resolve her inner turmoil was the most important thing... Speaking of childhood, the slight smile on Robin's face disappeared again."I'm sorry."Satoru replied, genuinely sorry, but it had to be said, because for Robin to resolve her inner turmoil, she had to let go of the past.Although Satoru was speaking from a position of ease, such experiences are not easily let go of, but if not, they will only haunt one for life."I'll be direct, Sister Robin.""I know a lot.""I know you're from Ohara.""I know about the catastrophe that befell Ohara."Satoru spoke directly, and Robin clutched her coat tighter again, but said nothing."I called you out here.""To let the sea breeze soothe your mood, yes.""But most importantly, I want to tell you, Sister Robin.""Don't pay attention to what Aokiji said.""Even if what he said is true.""You are wanted by the Marine and the World Government; your existence is a hidden danger to the World Government. This is your ability, not your fault. As long as you have a clear conscience, you've done nothing wrong.""Of course, excluding psychological distortion.""And, Child of the Devil.""Isn't that a very impressive name?""Like me, Long-Haired Bai Yun?""If I could meet the Marine who drafted the pirate bounties, I'd kick him twice.""I've said so much.""Anyway, my point is.""Sister Robin, you are now our comrade, a member of the Straw Hat Pirates, and Luffy's crewmate.""Just as I told Aokiji.""Let alone an Admiral, even if the Fleet Admiral or a marine hero came, Luffy would never allow his comrade to be taken away, even if his current strength is weak, even if he can't win, even if he might pay with his life.""He would still act.""This is the Luffy I know.""A stubborn but responsible Captain.""Good night, Sister Robin.""Tomorrow will be a beautiful day.""Remember to go to bed early."After speaking, Satoru leaped onto the crow's nest.Robin pondered, staring blankly at the vast sea.Ten minutes later, Robin moved, turned around, and looked up at the crow's nest."Aren't you sleeping?""Aren't I sleeping right now?""Sleeping while keeping watch, because there's always a chance of attack from pirates or the Marine.""Neither of those types are good people, though that's a bit of a generalization, but it's mostly right, isn't it?"Satoru's voice drifted down.Robin smiled, "Yes, neither of them are good people...""Good night."After saying that, Robin walked back into the ship's cabin, her footsteps very light... Time ticked by, and they sailed on.Three days passed.To allow Robin and Luffy to rest well, the Merry was anchored on the shore of Long Ring Island for three days, a decision made by the navigator lady.If she didn't speak, the ship had no direction.Now, the Merry continued its voyage on the sea.It was springtime, the weather was clear, and a spring breeze occasionally swept by.The weather for these three days was just as Satoruhad said that night.Tomorrow will be a beautiful day.At least, the weather was beautiful... It was morning now, and the Merry was already very lively.Satoru was "hiding" in the crow's nest.On the second-floor deck, Nami was sunbathing, sipping juice, feeling quite content."The weather is really nice."Stretching her waist, Nami sighed with emotion."Miss Nami~""This is my new creation, fried mashed potatoes.""Please try it."Sanji suddenly rushed over, holding a plate of snacks, which he called fried mashed potatoes.Nami took it and tasted a piece, "Hmm, it's quite delicious."These words were a huge encouragement to Sanji.Sanji faced the sea and let out a loud shout."Ah!! I'm so happy!!"Zoro, who was sleeping by the railing nearby, couldn't stand it."So noisy!! Can't a guy get some sleep!!"Sanji raised his hand, apologizing with a teasing look."Alright, alright, I'm sorry, Mr. Cactus."Zoro gained another strange but fitting nickname."What did you say!!! [Target]!!"Zoro always found a comeback."What!! What target did you call me?!""Curly Brow Target!!"The two started arguing again.On the first-floor deck, with Zoro and Sanji's argument as background noise, Usopp and Chopperexcitedly called out to Luffy."Luffy!! Luffy!!""We've been waiting for a long time!"Luffy ran out of the cabin, carrying a bag of frost."Coming! Coming!"Luffy then poured the frost over himself, pretending to be frozen."The frozen man reappears!"Then he and Usopp and Chopper laughed so hard they pounded the floor."Puhahahahaha!!!"Nami on the second floor didn't understand."Honestly, you almost froze to death, and you can still make jokes like that.""That must be gallows humor.""To be so optimistic about past death threats is also a kind of... talent."Satoru's voice suddenly came, startling Nami. She turned her head to see Satoru had appeared beside her at some point, eating the fried mashed potatoes."You scared me to death, Satoru!! When did you get here?""Uh... just now.""Hahahaha, doesn't it look like it?""Eh? Satoru, Nami, what are you eating?"Luffy's food detector on the first floor went off.He grabbed with both hands, flew up, and leaned on the railing."Fried mashed potatoes.""Potatoes are forever divine!! How can someone who loves potatoes be a bad person?""Potato Gate forever!!"Satoru suddenly replied as if possessed.Nami didn't understand, she really didn't understand what was wrong with the boys on this ship.Luffy thought it was perfectly normal."Potatoes, I want some too, Sanji, I'm hungry."Luffy shouted.Sanji was still arguing with Zoro."How long are you going to sleep?""I'll sleep as long as I want, what's it to you!!"Zoro's three favorite things on the ship were drinking, training, and sleeping."Oh, Mr. Swordsman, you want to sleep as long as you want, have you mastered Armament Haki? What about black blade yoru?"Satoru spoke, mimicking Robin's address, defeating him with one move.Zoro fell silent.Sanji had intended to mock him."What, Mr. Cook, you've mastered Armament Haki?"Sanji also fell silent.Behind them, at the entrance to the second-floor cabin, Robin watched everyone, vibrant and full of life, with a genuine smile.
Chapter 429: We Can't All TransmigrateThe Aokiji incident was yet another heart-stopping event.Satoru was willing to call it the "Ice Mushroom" incident.Aokiji: Are you being polite?After this incident, thankfully, no one on the ship was seriously injured. After docking at Long Ring Island for three days, the going merry set sail again, continuing their unknown adventure.Of course, this wasn't the case for Satoru, but truthfully, Satoru often wished he didn't know what lay ahead.Because of this, his enthusiasm for adventure had somewhat decreased, but thankfully, he had these "scoundrel" comrades. No matter the time, the going merry was always lively..."Hehe."Watching the scene before her, Robin stood at the second-floor cabin door and let out a soft chuckle.Everyone turned their heads to look.Satoru immediately feigned an appearance of shame."Oh dear.""To be caught imitating the person by the person herself, how shameful."Nami rolled her eyes at him."Stop joking. Satoru feeling shame is as surprising as Luffy disliking food."Satoru rubbed the back of his head."No way, I'm not as outstanding as you make me sound."Nami shed a drop of "rainless" sweat. Who was praising you?"Robin, how are you? Are you still cold?"Chopper got down to business, acting as a doctor.Robin responded with a gentle smile."Thanks to you, I'm much better.""Thank you, Doctor.""I'm... not happy at all!! Jerk!!"Chopper replied. Although he said that, his actions were sincere, spinning around happily like a top."However, Robin, you must not push yourself. You should rest for a few more days.""That guy who suffered the same fate as you is already jumping around full of life, so worrying about him is pointless."While showing concern for Robin, Namisimultaneously pulled on Luffy's face to signal that Robin didn't need to worry about him. Luffy was practically an unkillable cockroach.Robin maintained her smile and shook her head slightly, indicating that she was fine.Since Robin knew her own limits, Nami didn't press the matter further.Sanji popped up, just as excited as always."Sister Robin! Let me make you something warm to eat.""What would you like to eat?""In that case... I'll have a cup of coffee."Robin thought for a moment and did not refuse Sanji's kindness.Sanji was delighted. "It would be my pleasure."Just then, Satoru stretched out his small hand."Please get me a cappuccino."Sanji turned his head, his expression becoming flat."Oh."Satoru: "..."..."Gulp~"The sound of coffee being swallowed. Satoru was on the crow's nest, coffee in his left hand, mash (potato mash) in his right. The sea breeze caressed his face, the sun wasn't too harsh, and when he got bored, he could even play by swatting at passing seagulls. What a life of paradise.Satoru enjoyed this kind of life, but while enjoyment was fine, he couldn't become addicted to it.He was still so young; this wasn't the age to completely slack off.For example, the giant frog swimming in front of the ship right now was reminding Satoru that Water Seven was approaching soon."Look everyone, there's a free giant frog ahead."Satoru's voice carried down.The people below understood the message and all turned their heads to look toward the front of the ship."Huh?""It's true! A giant frog is doing the freestyle stroke."Luffy said, his tone slightly shocked."The 'free' you mentioned means freestyle! Satoru!"Usopp complained. He had been wondering how Satoru could tell if the frog was 'free' or not—it turned out he meant freestyle swimming."He seems really anxious. Where is he going?"Chopper's tone was still adorable."Hahahaha, I don't know! We'll find out if we chase it! Steer the ship toward the two o'clock direction!! Row quickly!!"Luffy sprang up and went to turn the ship's manual rudder. Frogs that could do freestyle were rare. Usopp, Chopper, and Zoro immediately helped out too.Nami panicked."Hey!! Don't just change direction randomly!!""Listen to me, Nami, we saw a large frog covered in wounds!! We absolutely must roast it and eat it."Luffy replied excitedly.Hearing this, Zoro and Chopper were startled. "So you plan to roast it and eat it!!!""There's a lighthouse ahead, Nami."Satoru flashed down and arrived on the second floor.Nami raised her telescope and indeed saw a lighthouse."What?""How could there be a lighthouse in a place like that? Is someone living there?"Luffy, who was on the first floor, saw Nami raise her telescope and thought she had spotted an island."What's wrong? Did you see an island?""No, I saw a lighthouse, but that's not the direction recorded by the log pose."Nami replied. She didn't understand either, but the location of that lighthouse was clearly not their destination."What about the frog!! Which direction did the frog go? Tell me quickly!!"Luffy seemed determined to eat that frog."Absolutely not!!"Nami flatly refused. She knew Luffy's personality; if he knew, he would definitely chase after it.Just then, Robin spoke up."The frog also went in the direction of the lighthouse."Sanji also began talking about ways to cook the frog."Speaking of frogs, first you have to use white wine to remove the earthy taste, then dust it with flour and fry it..."On this point, Satoru had a different idea."Why not use it to cook fresh congee?""Or make it into a dry pot dish?"Nami was furious. "I'm talking to the three of you! Stop talking!!""Alright, full speed ahead!!"Having the direction, Luffy immediately gave the order.The others responded enthusiastically."Oh!!"Nami couldn't understand. "Why are you all unified now!!!"..."Whoosh~""Wait, stop for a second. I hear a strange sound!!"Sanji said, his tone filled with doubt."Huh? What is it? What is it?!"Chopper quickly asked.At that moment, the frog leaped and landed on the surface of the sea.Before Luffy could find it strange how it landed there, he exclaimed, "Great, the frog stopped.""Let's catch up to it now."However, the strange sound Sanji heard grew louder, and everyone was drawn to it.They turned to look and saw a giant steel beast, a train traveling on the sea!!"What did we run into?!"Luffy shouted.At this point, the frog and the train were facing each other, and the going merry was passing right between them.Although Luffy and the others had stopped pushing the manual rudder, the ship wouldn't just stop steadily without being steered. The ocean current and sea breeze carried the ship forward."Turn around!! Turn around!! Make a 180-degree turn!!"Nami yelled anxiously."It's too late!!"Satoru replied. If they were hit, they might all transmigrate."Just charge straight ahead!!!"Satoru immediately jumped down from the second floor to the first floor. His Air Compression Technique erupted under his feet, forcefully pushing the going merry's manual rudder.The going merry's speed instantly increased, rushing forward. They missed colliding with the train's engine by a hair's breadth.
Chapter 430: Puffing Tom"Rumble! Rumble!! Rumble!!!"Satoru used an Air Compression Technique burst to push the going merry's manual oar. Everyone felt a strong push against their backs as the going merryinstantly accelerated forward, narrowly scraping past the sea train's engine—it was truly heart-stopping."Waaahhhhh!!!"Usopp and Nami screamed in fear.Sanji, biting his cigarette, exclaimed, "What is that!!"Due to the distance between pirate islands, very few people in the Four Seas region had ever seen a train, and trains were generally rare."Ribbit!!"After scraping past the going merry, the sea traincontinued speeding forward.Its momentum was fierce.However, the frog blocking its path did not move at all. Instead, it yelled loudly, seemingly determined to fight the train to the end.Luffy turned his head and immediately shouted at it."Hey!! Frog!! What are you doing!!""Hurry up and get out of the way!!"In Luffy's mind:A frog being eaten by me is acceptable.A frog being killed by a vehicle is not acceptable.Suicide was something Luffy would never understand.The frog was indifferent, and Luffy and the others had no way to help.Not only was it an unknown object, but even if they knew what it was, they currently had no skills capable of stopping a train."What exactly is this iron monster?"Usopp asked."Is it a ship?!"Chopper replied."No way! Something this bizarre can't possibly sail on the sea!!"As a navigator, Nami's knowledge base was once again challenged."No, Nami, anything is possible.""This is a train, although I don't know why it can travel on the sea..."Satoru shook his head slightly, refuting and explaining.But before he could finish speaking.The frog and the train collided."Ribbit!!!"The frog let out a mighty roar, but then it was immediately sent flying, splashing back into the sea."Whoa! It got knocked flying!!"Luffy shouted loudly, and the words Satoru hadn't finished saying came out along with the shout."...traveling.""...""..."Watching the sea train leave—that unknown, novel, and dangerous-looking thing—left everyone silent."The ship is smoking!!"Chopper's mouth was wide open in surprise, but then he suddenly realized."Oh, wait, Satoru, what did you just call it? Sea something?""sea train."Satoru replied."What is a sea train?"Usopp pressed for an answer.Satoru, who answers every question:"It's a train that travels on the sea.""..."Usopp felt his intelligence had been insulted."Wait a minute, you guys don't know what a train is, and you've never seen one?"Satoru also realized. No way, had none of them seen a train before coming to Water Seven?Furthermore, Satoru thought carefully; it seemed he hadn't seen a land train either.Therefore, the response was everyone shaking their heads, except Robin."I've only read about it in books and newspapers. Water Seven has a very fast type of vessel, just as you said, Satoru, called the sea train.""So what is a train, Satoru?"Luffy asked, following up on Robin's statement."Uh...""I'm not an expert either.""I just know it's a passenger vehicle that travels on the sea, a tool that's faster than a ship.""I think there should be professionals at this train station."After explaining, Satoru pointed toward the train station beneath the lighthouse ahead.Everyone looked in that direction.It was an arch bridge. To the right of the arch bridge was the lighthouse, and there was a small house beneath the lighthouse.Since Satoru said so, Luffy decided to go up and take a look... Just as Luffy and the others landed, they saw a figure running into the house."That figure is going to call for people!"Zoro immediately said.Hearing this, Satoru couldn't help but complain."The way you put that makes it sound like we're here to rob them. Let them call people. We'll be polite, and if they want to fight, it won't be too late to fight back then.""Click.""Satoru is right, you Mosshead, all you ever think about is fighting and killing."Sanji lit a cigarette; there was no way he would miss a chance to mock Zoro.Zoro had nothing to say this time. Perhaps the earlier sea train incident had made him a bit nervous, but maintaining constant vigilance was a good habit.Soon, everyone saw an old woman, a child, and a rabbit emerge from the house.The old woman was holding a den den mushi. After coming out, she first placed the den den mushi on the ground, picked up the receiver, and shouted."Ah!! Hello!! That...""What was I supposed to say? I forgot! *Hiccup*!"It was just a burp reeking of alcohol."So she's a drunkard!!"Usopp had originally been afraid the old woman was calling someone, but that sudden burp caught him off guard... After clearly explaining their intentions and offering Fried Mashed Potatoes, friendly communication was established."Fried mashed potatoes, huh? They make a great snack with drinks.""Wow, this is delicious."The scene shifted, and Luffy and the others were already communicating face-to-face with the old woman and company."I'm Chimney, and this is Gonbe the Cat.""And that's Grandma Kokoro."The little girl Chimney first introduced herself, and then introduced the rabbit and Kokoro.Even though it was clearly a rabbit, she called it a cat. The most surprising thing was that the rabbit actually made a meowing sound."Hello, Cat."Satoru loved strange little animals like this the most.Xiao Bai:...Why do I feel like I'm being implicitly criticized."My name is Luffy, and I'm the man who will become the King of the Pirates."Luffy's self-introduction always included the King of the Pirates title."Really!?"Chimney was very surprised."Really."Luffy's answer was firm."Engagaga, you really are an interesting person."Kokoro replied with a laugh. Perhaps she was admiring Luffy's dream, or maybe she was mocking his youthful exuberance.Which one it was, or if it was something else entirely, only she knew."Chimney, is that a steamship? But a ship of that shape generally can't travel on the sea..."Nami was still most concerned about this question.When mentioning this, Chimney's face broke into a proud smile."You've never seen that before?""It's one of a kind in the world.""It's called the sea train, the [Puffing Tom].""It is driven by steam and travels along tracks laid in the sea."Everyone looked into the water and indeed saw the tracks.Next, Luffy brought up the frog again.Chimney explained that the frog was named Yokozuna, and it loved comparing strength with the train. Although it was knocked flying every time, it remained persistent.
Chapter 431: Water 7To Luffy, Yokozuna constantly challenging the sea train, constantly failing, yet persisting, was so perseverant; he was a good fellow."I won't eat him!!""I will not eat tenacious animals."At this moment, Kokoro suddenly resumed her duties as a station ticket agent."So, where do you want to go?""Take the sea train from here.""Go to Raftel!"Satoru replied."..."Kokoro fell silent.So did everyone else.Even Luffy felt the same; if Raftel were so easy to reach, it would simply be boring."I was just joking."Satoru shrugged."Nga-ga-ga!! You long-haired boy are also interesting.""If the sea train could go to Raftel, I fear it wouldn't exist on the sea anymore.""This station only goes to four places.""You can go to [Spring Queen Town] St. Poplar.""[Gourmet Town] Pucci.""[Carnival Town] San Faldo.""Every one of them is a happy town.""As for the fourth place, it's a special train that only those with connections to the World Governmentcan board."Kokoro explained; the names of these towns sounded perfect for sightseeing.Luffy nodded, "I see, then let's go to Gourmet Town."Satoru had a different opinion, "I think Carnival Town is also nice, you can eat and play."Nami was speechless, "You two, don't decide so quickly.""Are you kidding me!""We have a ship, we don't need to take the train.""We just need to follow the log pose's instructions."Kokoro listened."Hmm, where is your log pose pointing?""To the north."Nami answered truthfully.Kokoro took a sip of alcohol."I see, then you must be going to Water 7! That sea train just now came from the [Blue Station] there.""That is a place known as the Water Metropolis; it must be mentioned that this city started with the shipbuilding industry, and their technology is world-class.""The ships they build are even the official ships for the World Government; pretty impressive, right.""Ah! That means there must be some amazing shipwrights there!!"Luffy said excitedly.Kokoro laughed upon hearing this."Nga-ga-ga.""Not only that, it is the gathering place for the world's top shipwrights."Kokoro's words made Luffy and Usopp look at each other, "Usopp!"Luffy knew that Usopp was more anxious than anyone about repairing the going merry."Yeah!""I've decided! We're going there!""We must find a shipwright to be our comrade!!"Luffy pressed down on his hat, smiled, revealing a mouthful of white teeth, and made his decision....After receiving the introduction letter and the map of Water 7 from Kokoro, Luffy and the others said goodbye to her and the others, agreeing to have a good drink if they met in Water 7.On the way to Water 7, everyone was looking forward to it."Luffy, leave the matter of finding a shipwright to me! I will definitely find a beautiful female shipwright."Sanji volunteered, mainly for the sake of a beautiful woman.Luffy disagreed."Idiot!! It's a shipwright! Of course, we have to find a strong man like a mountain! Preferably five meters tall!"Listening to them, Satoru thought of the braided Franky and almost couldn't hold back his laughter; it seemed to fit quite well, didn't it?Zoro didn't care, "As long as they have the skill, it doesn't matter who they are; the main thing is whether there is such a nosy person who dares to board a pirate ship."Second floor.Nami and Chopper were by the railing.Chopper was very happy."I'm so looking forward to it, are we going to have a new comrade?"Nami nodded, as an answer, and opened the map that Kokoro had given her, "It's a good thing we went to the station first and got a map.""We just need to go to the place indicated on the map first and find someone named Iceberg.""So that's how it is."Map given by Kokoro"Who can understand this!!"Nami was so angry she threw the map on the ground; this was just too, too, too abstract.However, it couldn't get more abstract, only even more abstract.On the first floor, Luffy was holding the drawing he made of the ideal shipwright.5-meter-tall "human""Let's find a guy like this together."When he showed this drawing to Usopp and Sanji, they indicated that if they ever met such a guy, they would definitely turn around and run."Everyone come over here, I'm now distributing the pocket money for our one-week stay in Water 7."Nami, the financial manager, spoke up.Everyone immediately gathered around, only Robin, who had been silent from beginning to end, remained sitting on the stairs, one hand on her cheek, watching with a faint smile....After distributing the money, everyone secretly complained about Nami being stingy in their hearts, then went back to doing their own things.Satoru went back up to the crow's nest.Usopp suddenly emotionally hugged the mast of the going merry, which was covered in metal patches."What's wrong, Usopp."Watching Usopp clinging to the mast like a koala, Luffy found it quite funny."These places covered in metal patches are the witnesses to our adventures.""Thinking that it will be repaired good as new, I am filled with emotion."Inside the crow's nest above the mast, Satorulistened to all this, looked at the blue sky and white clouds, and silently reached out to touch the going merry.Right now, only he knew that the going merry had reached its limit.Even though he knew it, he didn't stop them, which made Satoru feel ashamed.But Satoru also knew that no matter how much they protected it, the going merry, made of ordinary wood, couldn't withstand the adventures in the second half of the Grand Line, the New World, and besides, as a ship that was to be the Pirate King's ship, it was absolutely qualified, it was just... it was too small.Instead of trying every means to protect it, it was better to listen to fate.Retiring after experiencing adventures, isn't that a kind of glory?Thinking about it, it's better not to think.Satoru closed his eyes.But just as he closed them, Zoro shouted out."Hey!! That's the island in front, right!!!"Everyone heard and understood Zoro's words, and looked up ahead."It's an island!!""Row faster!!"...In less than a few minutes, the going merry arrived in front of Water 7.Everyone was instantly stunned by the scene before their eyes."So beautiful."Robin, who had been silent for a long time, spoke up.Luffy also exclaimed."This is truly spectacular!!!""What a huge fountain."Water 7"Wow!! So spectacular, it's simply an industrial city."Usopp was wide-eyed with wonder, like a country bumpkin in the big city.In short, everyone was stunned by this Water Metropolis.Including Satoru; looking at pictures and anime naturally wasn't as realistic or stunning as seeing it now.Finally, with the Water 7 residents accustomed to pirates, they docked at the pier exclusively for pirates, starting the Water 7 arc!
Chapter 432: We are enemies now, ohA bay in Water Seven, which could also be called the "Pirate" Dock.At the suggestion of the residents of Water Seven, everyone sailed the going merry here to moor... "This will do.""Alright, furl the sails."Nami and Luffy spoke.Zoro began to furl the sails, but unexpectedly, with just a slight pull, the mast bent."Oh my goodness!"Satoru exclaimed without any soul.He immediately jumped down from the crow's nest."You scared me to death."This sentence was equally soulless.Usopp, however, was so scared that his words were "full of soul.""Wah!!! What are you doing!!""No, I just pulled a little hard."Zoro supported the falling mast and then explained.Usopp didn't blame Zoro; he immediately pulled over some tin sheets and wrapped them around the mast again, nailing them in place, just like applying a band-aid."I didn't expect the going merry to be damaged to this extent."Zoro said.While Zoro and Usopp were repairing the mast.Nami also voiced her question."Why do the residents on this island not seem to be afraid of pirates?""Maybe they're just used to it.""Pirates are also 'customers' to them.""Pirates also know the importance of ships, so they might maintain a relatively higher level of goodwill towards this city."Satoru replied.Robin offered another guess, "Perhaps they have very powerful bodyguards, so they aren't afraid."Sanji agreed."It's possible. Such an advanced city should have very formidable individuals.""Eh!! Really? That's not good!!"Very powerful people, Usopp immediately thought that was bad news.Sanji calmly replied,"It's nothing; we are also guests."Satoru followed his words."That's right, are you suggesting Usopp that you're going up there to rob them?""No, I wouldn't! How could Captain Usopp do such a thing!"Usopp declared confidently.Luffy patted him, and the two turned in understanding, taking large strides."We're leaving first!!""Wait, Luffy, Usopp, I'll go with you.""First, we need to find Iceberg, whom Kokoromentioned, and ask him to help repair the ship. We also need to find a place to exchange the gold for Berries.""I see.""Alright, no matter what, let's head towards Water Seven!!"Luffy replied... Luffy, Nami, and Usopp were the first trio to enter the town of Water Seven.Satoru hesitated, looking at their departing backs, for the early events in Water Seven could only be described as a troubled autumn.Robin's situation.The Franky Family's unexpected encounter.Luffy and Usopp's duel.Aqua Laguna, the Water Seven Gods.Satoru couldn't change any of these.First, the CP9 matter was minor; Robin resolving her emotional knot was the biggest issue. Exposing Lucci and the others here would be meaningless, and it would definitely lead to a fight that would destroy Water Seven. Satoru still chose Enies Lobbyas the battlefield.Second, regarding the Franky Family incident, regardless of how miserable Usopp was, the duel between Luffy and Usopp was inevitable because the going merry could no longer be repaired.Third, Aqua Laguna, the Water Seven Gods, was nature's fury; how could it be changed?After some thought, Satoru sat back down. How boring to just let things happen naturally. He planned to put on a show; after all, being a "traitor" to the Straw Hat Pirates wasn't the first time... Robin and Chopper disembarked a step after Luffyand the others.Satoru stood up at this moment, as this act was originally for Sister Robin.Zoro watched Satoru stand up, sit down, and then stand up again, and couldn't help but ask curiously."You're not going to sit down again, are you?"Satoru sighed, "We are enemies now, Pirate Hunter Zoro.""Xiao Bai, please watch him."After speaking, Satoru sent Xiao Bai to Zoro's wrist.Although Xiao Bai was reluctant, Satoru had told him beforehand, so he still complied.Xiao Bai coiled around Zoro's wrist.Zoro: "???"Zoro didn't mind Xiao Bai coiling on his wrist, but he almost gave a black man's questioning look. Was Satoru... crazy??Just as he was about to ask further.He saw that Satoru had already disembarked, caught up with Robin and Chopper, and walked alongside them into Water Seven city."..."Zoro didn't know what to say, so he chose to sleep.But soon after he closed his eyes, Sanji came out of the kitchen and saw the ship was empty."Sister Robin, Chopper, and Satoru have gone ashore too?""Mhm.""So, only you and I are left on the ship, you boring guy?""I agree!""No, no! I want to go too!!"Sanji jumped off the ship and onto the shore without hesitation; he couldn't accept a "two-person world" with Zoro.Thus, everyone entered Water Seven.Only Zoro, the dutiful "ship guard," remained to watch the ship... Luffy and the others entered Water Seven via a bridge, and the first shop they saw was Blu Rental House."Blu" is the name given in Water Seven to a type of transportation that carries small boats on the backs of fish, allowing for water transport.Renting two Blus, Luffy and the others rode them through winding waterways, ate Aqua Meat (a specialty of Water Seven), then took the Water City Elevator, finally reaching the central city of Water Seven, which is also the location of the Galley-La Company.(Water City Elevator: Controls large amounts of water flow at fixed intervals to allow people riding water transportation to travel between different height areas of Water City.)...During the time Luffy and the others were heading to the Galley-La Company, the going merry was attacked by Franky's subordinates, but under the sword of Zoro, the senior bounty hunter, these people were just a disorganized mob and were quickly knocked into the sea... Satoru, Robin, and Chopper arrived at the Water Seven Backstreet Commercial Street.The water was clear, the streets were clean, and there were many people.This reminded Satoru of his few shopping trips in his previous life."Uh... a proper shopping trip is quite comfortable."Satoru sighed."Yes."Robin smiled in response."Satoru, Robin, look, there are all masks there."Chopper found a small water stall with various masks."That's a mask shop."Robin explained."Didn't you see many people on the street just now wearing masks?""Eh, that's right, why is that?"Chopper suddenly realized."Carnival Island, which the sea train passes through, is holding a Mask Carnival. They are either returning from it or going to participate."Robin continued to explain."Eh, how do you know?"Chopper nodded, then posed a new question."I heard it on the way.""Your ears are really sharp.""It's my habit. After all, I had to live by reading people's expressions since I was young, so I always had to keep my ears open."Robin said this calmly, and Chopper didn't hear anything special, only thinking."You're really amazing, Robin.""That's right, Sister Robin is really amazing.""I'm going to buy a mask, do you want one?"Satoru asked.
Chapter 433: Get Me a CappuccinoAs everyone entered Water Seven, a new adventure was about to begin.Zoro guarded the ship, and after driving off the Franky Family, he still couldn't figure out what Satoru meant by saying, "We are enemies now, you know?"Luffy, Nami, and Usopp rode Bull, passing through the waterways and water elevators, finally arriving at the entrance of the Galley-La Company, which was also the entrance to Dock 1.They first encountered Kaku, who had a long, square nose."...""Oh, so it's Usopp."After the three of them expressed surprise, Luffysaid firmly.Usopp immediately gave Luffy a Hand Chop. "I'm right here!! Luffy!!""That's right, his nose is long and square.""It's like this, we came here to..."After Nami explained their purpose, Kaku stated that Iceburg wasn't easy to see, as he was both the Mayor and the boss of the Galley-La Company. Kaku offered to check on the going merry first, then return to take them to see Iceburg."He flew up!!"Just like that, Kaku flew up in front of Luffy and the others using Rankyaku, then used Kami-e to make himself light enough to glide in the air using the wind.And then, Iceburg—the very person Kaku had just said was difficult to see—appeared himself, along with Kalifa, of course."Don't worry about him.""That's like walking on flat ground for him. Everyone calls him 'Yamakaze.' He is Kaku, the Head Shipwright of Dock 1 at the Galley-La Company."...While Luffy and the others were at the Shipyard, Satoru, Robin, and Chopper also entered Water Seven to shop.Because of the Mask Carnival, there were stalls selling masks along the waterways, and Satoruimmediately became interested."I'm going to buy a mask. Do you want one?""Yes, please. Thank you, Satoru."Chopper politely said he would like one.Robin, however, smiled and said no."I won't be needing one."Satoru nodded, walked to the bank, and stepped onto the water, walking as if on flat ground. This startled the other people on the waterway, who then started applauding, thinking Satoru was putting on a performance.Satoru was completely thrown off by this, but he happily accepted the applause and went to the mask stall to choose a mask.On the bank."Satoru is amazing!!"Chopper, in his Reindeer Form, praised Satoru.Robin still wore a slight smile and suddenly spotted a bookstore ahead."There's a bookstore up ahead, Doctor."She knew Chopper loved reading medical books and eating sweets the most.Sure enough, as soon as Chopper heard "bookstore," he zipped off."Really!!""Can I go take a look?"Chopper was already at the doorway, still asking for permission."Of course you can. Go on in."Robin hadn't expected Chopper to be so excited, but of course, he could go in.Having received Robin's approval, Chopperimmediately entered the bookstore, changing from his Reindeer Form to his Human Form (which is the Cho-beard Form). The owner thought he was wearing a mask."Oh my, what a unique mask. What is it?""Uh... Reindeer Man.""...As long as you're happy."It was clear that both of them were a little awkward... Outside the bookstore, on the street, Chopper was reading, and Satoru was buying a mask, leaving only Robin alone.The person lurking in the shadows should appear now.In front of Robin, a masked person wearing black and white checkered clothes, like a chessboard, walked over. As he passed Robin, he only left one sentence."We are CP9."Robin instantly seemed paralyzed. By the time she reacted and looked back, the person had vanished—oh wait, the corner of his clothing showing at the alley entrance proved where he was.After much hesitation, Robin chose to follow him... Sanji, arriving one step later than Luffy and Satoru's groups, entered Water Seven alone, riding Bull for sightseeing and buying local specialties on the waterways.When he passed the mask stall, he didn't run into Satoru. Robin wasn't on the street either. Only Chopper was still inside the bookstore, but you couldn't see inside from the outside.Sitting on the boat, Sanji was still fantasizing about how beautiful this advanced city was, wishing he could date either Sister Robin or Miss Nami."Oh no, it would be best if I could have both of them on my arms."Seeing his expression, the Vegetable Vendor couldn't stand it anymore."Hey!! Buddy, stop making such a perverted face, okay? You're scaring me. Which Water Water Cabbage do you actually want?"Sanji was pulled out of his fantasy by the woman's voice."Ah, I'll take both.""Also, Ma'am, let me ask you, what are the seasonal ingredients in this city? I want to buy some."*Swoosh~*The scene shifts.Sanji was carrying two large bags of ingredients, walking on the solid ground along the waterways, but he seemed to be lost."Ugh... the waterways in this city are unique, but walking on solid ground is really annoying. No road again.""Tsk, am I lost? I'm not that Swordsman!"Sanji took a jab at Zoro, but with a quick glance, he saw Robin following someone, crossing a bridge, and entering an alley. He immediately grinned and followed them."Oh! Sister Robin!! It's me!!"However, when he looked into the alley, there was no one there."Sister R-o-b-i-n... Huh?""There's clearly no door and no road. Did they fly up to the sky?"The alley Robin and the stranger entered had no path forward; it was blocked by water, yet they had vanished, which is why Sanji was so confused.As he said the part about flying up to the sky, he happened to look up and saw Kaku flying past.Sanji was bewildered."Usopp?!""What is going on with this city!!""Is there something wrong with me?"...Robin wasn't deaf, so she naturally heard Sanji's voice, but she couldn't respond right now.As for how they could leave without a road, it was because of Blueno's Door-Door devil fruit in front of her.The two of them reappeared on the other side of the building and continued toward their destination.Soon, the two arrived at a beverage shop. There were tables and chairs outside the shop, and on the right wall, there was a recess forming a relatively enclosed space, which also contained a set of tables and chairs.Robin and Blueno sat down there."What would you like to drink?"Picking up the menu, Blueno politely asked Robinwhat she wanted to drink.Robin, however, kept glaring at him, wanting to know what their purpose was."Don't be so fierce.""Their drinks here are quite good."Blueno joked."Is that so? Then get me a cup of Cappuccino."The wall at the end of the recess suddenly opened like a door, and Satoru's figure appeared, replying with a smile.His Devil Fruit Ability was probably already mostly exposed, so there was no need to hide it anymore.
Chapter 434: I Am an Undercover Agent"Then give me a cappuccino."Robin was taken away by the masked Blueno, and they had just sat down to talk.But this time, it wasn't just them; Satoru copied Blueno's Door-Door Fruit Ability and pushed a door open from the other side of the wall.He appeared suddenly, wearing a Smiling Facemask, which startled both Blueno and Robin.Satoru didn't intend to hide his identity, so he took the mask off directly."Long-Haired Bai Yun!!"The moment Blueno saw Satoru's face, his originally calm demeanor vanished. It wasn't fear or shock, but rather, he hadn't expected him to follow them.He was worried that the plan would fail; after all, they had learned through messages from their superiors that Satoru had cut off Blackbeard's arm."Satoru, you..."Robin also hadn't expected Satoru to follow.The two of them were surprised, but Satoruappeared calm, pulling out a chair and sitting down.Robin and Blueno were sitting opposite each other, and Satoru sat right between them."What's wrong? Do I look that scary?""Also, Sister Robin, you really are heartless, leaving me behind just like that."Robin was speechless. She certainly knew what kind of organization CP9 was—a secret organization affiliated with the World Government. This meant the World Government was coming for her. The opponent was the World Government!! The power that founded and maintained the Marine, the strongest force on the ocean today.She couldn't drag her comrades down with her, so she chose to follow them. Besides, she had already experienced enough goodbyes."Long-Haired Bai Yun!""What is your purpose!!"Blueno spoke up."What kind of question is that?""Shouldn't I be the one asking you? You suddenly took away our historian.""And you turn around and ask me what my purpose is?"Satoru leaned back in his chair, crossed his legs, and clasped his hands together on his lap, immediately overpowering Blueno with his presence.Blueno did indeed feel the pressure Satoru was exerting. He didn't expect such a brat to have this kind of presence.That was only natural, because Satoru was confident he could win—how could he not have presence?He hadn't acted like this in front of Aokiji, but for a guy like Blueno, who was just a nobody aside from the Door-Door Fruit, if Satoru couldn't beat him, it would be a waste of his fruit and bracelet; he might as well go bang his head against a block of tofu."Satoru!! Go back..."Robin spoke suddenly, her tone very serious.Satoru looked at her, "Why?""You don't know who they are."Robin replied, meaning that they were people they couldn't afford to provoke.Satoru smiled back. Since they were already pirates, why worry about who they could or couldn't provoke? Since Luffy wanted to become the Pirate King, they would have to fight them sooner or later; there was no such thing as being able to or unable to provoke someone."Isn't it just CP9?"Satoru replied calmly.But in Blueno's mind, it was like a bolt of lightning from the blue; it nearly blew his mind."How do you know!!""How could you possibly know!!!"Blueno completely lost his cool. The fact that they were undercover in Water Seven was considered highly classified."Want to know?""Treat me.""Snap.""Waiter."Satoru snapped his fingers, signaling the waiter to come in."Two cups of coffee.""And one cup of ice-cold boiled water.""Uh..."The waiter's brain couldn't process this; what was ice-cold boiled water? Could boiled water be ice-cold?"It means boiled water that has been cooled down and then chilled in the refrigerator. Got it?"Satoru explained.The waiter nodded immediately and left."Ah! Got it, you mean ice water.""Alright."...After the waiter left, Blueno couldn't help but ask."This ice-cold boiled water isn't for me, is it?""Ah, it's just for me to rinse my mouth. Do you want to drink it?"Satoru asked (feigning) surprise.Blueno: "...""Stop playing around!!""State your purpose! Long-Haired Bai Yun, and why do you know our identities!!"Blueno took a deep breath, intending to lay his cards on the table."Oh my, you're really fierce."Satoru said (feigning) fear—fierce, even though Blueno's face was behind a mask."Alright, alright, since you've asked so earnestly, I'll be merciful and tell you.""You are undercover agents.""I am also an undercover agent.""What!!!"Satoru's words were shocking.Blueno was startled, and Robin also lost her composure."What do you mean? Satoru, what do you mean by that?"Robin asked."Although I am with the Straw Hat Pirates.""I am an undercover agent planted there by the legendary Marine Vice Admiral, marine hero Garp."Obviously, Satoru was just trying to scare them.(Far away at Marineford, Garp, who was eating Sengoku's donuts in Sengoku's office: Achoo!!!Garp's sneeze nearly blew the roof off Sengoku's office."That's strange, why would I sneeze?"Sengoku picked up the den den mushi, "Pass the order down: the entire Marineford base is to be disinfected.")"What!!"This time, Robin and Blueno were startled again; in just a short while, their moods had been like riding a roller coaster, up and down."Do you have any proof?"Blueno naturally couldn't believe Satoru's one-sided story."I don't have any proof, and I don't need to prove anything to you.""You just need to know that I'm here to join you, not to take Sister Robin away."Satoru's words left Blueno silent. What on earth was this kid up to?Robin also didn't understand, "Satoru, do you know what you're saying?""I don't believe you would betray Luffy and the others!""I return the same words to you, Sister Robin.""Don't you think this is protecting Luffy and the others? Well, I think so too."Satoru replied."No, it's not the same!!""How is it not the same?""I'm different; my existence is different from yours."Robin still wanted to convince Satoru to leave."Don't forget our conversation that night."Satoru only replied with this one sentence.Robin fell silent. She had forgotten that Satoruknew about her identity."If you just leave like this for no reason, Luffy will absolutely not let it go.""Let's make a bet: Luffy will bring you—oh no, I should say *us*—back."Satoru had a lot of confidence in Luffy.Blueno complained internally, *Saying that right in front of me, you really have no scruples, do you?*"So, it's your turn to speak now that I've made myself so clear."Satoru turned the conversation to Blueno."Say what?""Tell me about your plan.""I don't trust you.""Tch, isn't it just looking for that thing at Iceburg's place?""You even know about this!!!""Does this count as a secret? I am, after all, the most trusted of Vice Admiral Garp's confidants."Satoru had completely dumped the blame on Garp
Chapter 435: Forest Mask Returns for a Limited Time"Then let us enjoy our cooperation."Satoru said with a smile.Blueno did not reply. He couldn't tell if Satoru was telling the truth or lying unless he contacted Garp, but because Garp disliked assignments from the World Government, very few people on the World Government side could contact him directly.Contacting Sengoku was the same, but Sengokuwas the Fleet Admiral after all, and Blueno wasn't in a position to just call him up whenever he wanted.Furthermore, the plan was set to begin tonight. To ensure the plan went smoothly, Blueno could only stabilize Satoru first, then go find Lucci to discuss things."Satoru..."Robin wanted to say something more, but after speaking, she didn't know what to say."You don't need to try and persuade me, Sister Robin.""It's impossible for you to go back now, so I won't go back now either. Let's wait and see what Luffy and the others do.""You just need to understand one thing, Sister Robin: your existence is not a mistake.""Do you want to live?"Satoru's few words silenced both Robin and Blueno.Just then, the coffee arrived.Satoru picked up a cup and placed it in front of Sister Robin."Oh, perfect. We can enjoy a nice cup of free coffee."...Robin and Satoru had "betrayed" them.The rest of the straw hat crew still didn't know.On Zoro's side, he had just driven away the Franky Family when Kaku showed up. At first glance, he thought it was Usopp, but when the two figures overlapped in his mind, he noticed the difference in the nose."Hey!! Wait a minute!! You're not Usopp, who are you?!""I apologize for waking you up."Kaku was quite polite. After explaining his purpose, the two didn't start fighting... Meanwhile, at the Galley-La Company.Luffy and the others met the Mayor of Water Sevenand the boss of the Galley-La Company, Iceberg, a capricious man who picked up a rat and named it "Tyrannosaurus."There was also his beautiful and capable secretary, Kalifa—meaning she was sharp and efficient.After realizing he was Iceberg, Nami handed him Kokoro's letter of introduction."A letter of introduction from Kokoro, huh."Iceberg said this, and the next second, he ripped the letter up.This startled Luffy and the others. "Ah!!!"Nami and Luffy thought he disagreed. "Please help us repair our ship! We have lots of Berries!""The going merry has been battered and bruised during our voyage."Unexpectedly, Iceberg agreed casually."Sure."Usopp couldn't help but complain."You're too casual! Then why did you tear up the letter?!""The lipstick mark on the letter made me uncomfortable. Kokoro was my drinking buddy when I was young.""In any case, since Kaku is going to inspect the ship, there won't be any issues. He's a professional.""Since I happen to be free, I'll take you on a tour of the shipyard."Iceberg said this while picking his nose. Being free meant that he had just canceled all the appointments Kalifa had scheduled for him.Usopp declared, "You're completely neglecting your duties."Luffy was overjoyed. "Yay! Let's tour the shipyard!!""Oh, right, we should bring the money."You could say Usopp was meticulous, as he remembered to bring the money, but then again, if he was that meticulous, they wouldn't have felt comfortable leaving two hundred million Berries on the ship. They turned around and saw that the two treasure chests were already in the hands of the Franky Family."Uheehee, so much money!! We're rich now.""Huh?""Ah! We've been spotted! Run!!"The Franky Family jumped onto the Bull that Luffyand the others had rented and fled, taking not only the money but also the transportation.Usopp was so shocked his arm nearly stretched out like Luffy's."Hey!! Don't run! Who are you guys!!""Thieves! Give us back the money!! That's two hundred million Berries!!!"Iceberg turned his head and immediately recognized the thieves."It's the Franky Family."However, while Usopp was shouting here, a shout came from a nearby rooftop, surprisingly identical."Stop!! Give us back the money!!"Iceberg's attention was drawn again, and he saw one of his subordinates: Pauly, one of the Five Foremen of Dock One."It's Pauly. He's being chased by debt collectors again."Just then, Pauly on the bridge saw the Franky Family's Swordfish Bull, which he could use. He jumped down, used a rope to drag them into the water, and then piloted the Bull himself to shake off the debt collectors."Phew~ That ride came just in time."Usopp on the shore had tears of joy in his eyes and asked Iceberg, "That person works at your shipyard, right?""Yes.""That's great.""Hey! Please return those two chests to us, that's our money."Usopp shouted.When Pauly heard it was money, he opened the chests, saw they were full of Berries, and immediately sped off.Usopp couldn't believe his eyes."Hey!! Come back!!!"Watching the Bull speed away, Luffy was about to make a move.Just then, two people descended from the sky.One wore a vest and overalls, a hat on his head, and a pigeon on his shoulder—it was the final boss of the Enies Lobby arc, Rob Lucci.The other had a tattered cloak behind him and a fox mask on his face. Forest Mask (Satoru's clone) was making a return!!"Eh!?"Pauly saw two pairs of feet stomping down toward him and immediately dodged.Neither Lucci nor Satoru yielded to the other, but in the end, Satoru used Sky Walk and landed on another Bull.After Lucci landed, he grabbed Pauly's ear."Hey, hey!! Let go!! I get it! I won't run away!! Let go of my ear!!""I finally got my hands on such a huge sum of money! You just wait, Lucci!!"Lucci continued to stare ahead expressionlessly, but the pigeon on his shoulder looked at Pauly and mocked him."Don't think you can use other people's money to pay off your own debts, you idiot!!""I found this!!"Pauly replied confidently.But as soon as he finished speaking, Forest Mask Bai Yun flashed over, and the chest was in his hands, though Lucci was holding the other side."I am a companion of this chest's owner."Forest Mask Bai Yun said with a smile.Usopp on the shore also shouted, "That's great, Forest Mask brought the chest back."Satoru had told everyone that if Forest Maskappeared, they should always call him Forest Mask.Luffy and Chopper: "What else would Forest Maskbe called if not Forest Mask?"Satoru indicated that those two were the smartest, saying, "Yes, just call him Forest Mask."Upon hearing this, Lucci let go, while Paulyreluctantly stared at the chest in Forest Mask Bai Yun's hands.Satoru suddenly spoke."How about I give you a little bit?""Really!? You're surprisingly nice.""False."Pauly: "..."The pigeon: "Hahahaha!! Idiot Pauly!! Idiot Pauly!!"