Chapter 461: You Are Truly UnluckyIceberg remained silent, simply staring at his burning house and the shipwrights running back and forth trying to put out the fire."Don't you feel that life is unpredictable?"Forest Mask Bai Yun sat beside him, waiting for the others to return."Yesterday you were still lying in bed, but now everything has turned to ash.""Are you trying to say, 'This is life'?"Life is unpredictable, destiny is unpredictable, and instead of worrying about this, we should focus on the future?"Iceberg countered, speaking to Forest Mask Bai Yun.Forest Mask Bai Yun turned his head to look at him and returned a smile."No, I just wanted to say that you are truly unlucky."Iceberg: "..."...Meanwhile, as Nami and Chopper headed to the station.Luffy and Zoro, the two protagonists, were currently at... "Oh dear, my poor Mosshead friend, stuck in the chimney, unable to move, kicking his legs around, how pitiful."After Zoro was sent flying by Lucci, he ended up stuck, inserted upside down into a chimney.A bullet slipped out of his pants pocket and transformed into a Satoru Clone, but instead of offering salvation, it first gave Zoro some "encouragement" regarding his anger."What are you still babbling about!!"Zoro shouted, asking for help but refusing to say the word'save'—truly tsundere."You want to get out?""Then you have to rely on yourself.""We were beaten down in this battle. If you can't even overcome a chimney, how can you chase after Sister Robin and me?"Satoru replied, then sat cross-legged beside the chimney.Zoro fell silent.Satoru, however, was still in high spirits. "The tide is going out, look at all the seafood.""But if you take too long to get out, you'll be swallowed by the great tsunami, my friend."As soon as he said this, Zoro's legs started kicking again... On the other side, Luffy, equally "lucky" as Zoro, was stuck between two walls—a space a normal person couldn't even squeeze their head into. But Luffy wasn't normal; he was a highly malleable Rubber Man."Bai... Satoru... Quick, get me out."Because he was stuck in the wall, his speech was slurred.Unlike Zoro, Luffy asks directly when he needs something, and demands money outright when he wants it.However, Satoru was just as ruthless."Work hard yourself."He used the same rhetoric on Luffy as he had on Zoro.After hearing this, Luffy indeed stopped begging Satoru and started struggling on his own.Satoru, like his counterpart on the other side, was looking at the receding sea, but his thoughts were different.He was thinking about the trajectory of fate.Although the trajectory of fate had indeed changed under his influence, it was only a small alteration.Can fate truly not be changed?Will everything truly proceed along the path of destiny?"Ace...""Impossible!!"Satoru's tone was decisive. Currently, Ace was heading to Water Seven, and chronologically, he would arrive here around the time Luffy and the others returned from Enies Lobby to rest.Then, everything would change... At the station, Nami and Chopper still didn't make it in time, watching helplessly as the train started and Robinleft right before their eyes.However, they learned from the station staff that Franky and Usopp had also been taken away by CP9 personnel.While Pauly and the station staff thought Nami was crying, Nami threw her head back and roared in anger."I'm going after them!!!""I will absolutely not let go of those World Government people who took you!!!!""That's right, chase them!!"Chopper expressed agreement with all four limbs.Immediately after, Nami received a letter from the station staff—the first half of which was a love letter left by Sanji—and learned that Sanji had already snuck onto the train.Receiving this news, Nami finally felt a little better."We trust that Robin has Satoru and Sanji following her.""We must also hurry to Enies Lobby!"...The station attempt was fruitless, but as Forest Mask Bai Yun had said, there was no need to worry—if only it were that simple.Nami and Chopper began to return.When they returned to the Galley-La Companyheadquarters—oh no, now it should be called the headquarters ruins.However, only Iceberg was left under that tree—oh no, and the Rat Tyrannosaurus that had returned to his pocket."Uncle?""Uncle, where is Satoru? And haven't Luffy and Zororeturned yet?"Nami and the others stepped forward and saw Iceberg alone, holding Forest Mask Bai Yun's cloak and mask."Just as we were talking, Long-Haired Bai Yundisappeared again, or rather, turned into this."Iceberg held out his hand, and a bullet lay in his palm.Nami looked at the bullet, recalling what Forest Mask Bai Yun had said on the inn's rooftop.Forest Mask Bai Yun had guessed that when his Main Body boarded the sea train, CP9 would likely put seastone handcuffs on him, thus causing the clone created by his Devil Fruit Ability to cease existing.Did it really come true?"Why now of all times!!"Nami felt a bit exhausted."So what do we do now?"Chopper asked."We'll go find Luffy and Zoro, and then figure out a way to get to Enies Lobby."Nami replied. Even Forest Satoru had disappeared; she was the backbone now, and even if she was exhausted, she couldn't give up."Uncle, please ask the shipwrights to help us search."Iceberg nodded."Alright."Nami offered a grateful smile, then turned to the two station staff members who had returned with them."You two, please help me buy a large amount of meat and alcohol."Nami knew that for Luffy and Zoro, the best medicine was meat and alcohol... Dark clouds covered Water Seven.It started raining.Nami and the others still hadn't found Luffy and Zoro."Aaaah!!""What are you laughing at?"Zoro was still stuck in the chimney, and the Satorubeside him had naturally disappeared because the Main Body had been fitted with seastone handcuffs.Instead, Satoru's consciousness transferred to Xiao Bai.And Xiao Bai was right on Zoro's wrist. Now they were both stuck inside.Seeing this, Zoro couldn't help but mock him back.On Luffy's side, seeing Satoru suddenly vanish, he thought Satoru had abandoned him.Satoru: I didn't! I've been wronged!!!As the rain fell and the sea receded, the residents of Water Seven all evacuated to the middle and upper districts.Kokoro and her granddaughter arrived at the largest, third ring of the giant fountain, looking down from above."Look, the sea is like it has dried up."Kokoro sighed, noting that this tidal recession seemed deeper than usual.Just then, Nami and the others also arrived here, looking down to search for people."Ah, Pirate Sister."Kokoro's granddaughter, Chimney, greeted them and simultaneously provided a crucial hint.It seems like the children in every location play a role."It looks like someone is over there."Nami looked in the direction Chimney pointed and saw Luffy stuck between the walls.
Chapter 4: Aqua LagunaThe Water Gods, Aqua Laguna, is a massive tsunami that visits Water Seven once a year. After the tsunami, the roofs of the houses submerged in Water Seven are covered in large amounts of sea salt. This salt is richer in flavor than regular salt, and adding a small amount to cooking makes the ingredients taste delicious.This is the one gift that follows the disaster.However, if you don't make it to the middle or upper sections in time and are hit by the tsunami, it's a near-certain death sentence... Following Chimney's directions, Nami saw Luffy wedged between two walls in the back alley."Luffy!!"Without hesitation, Nami immediately rushed toward Luffy, even though the tsunami was fast approaching.Kokoro was terrified by the sight."Where are you going?!""Come back quickly!!""Have you lost your mind!!!?""Aqua Laguna is coming!!!"But no matter how loudly Kokoro shouted, Nami still ran toward Luffy without looking back.Chopper and the shipwrights arrived a moment later."Oh no!! That pirate girl ran down the steps, she's headed to the back alley!!""Is she tired of living?!"The shipwrights were shocked.Chopper, like the shipwrights, had his mouth wide open, but suddenly he saw something swinging on a chimney far away."Is that a sea anemone on the chimney?"As his vision gradually cleared, Chopper finally realized that it wasn't a sea anemone at all! It was Zoro's thrashing legs."It's Zoro!!!""Wait!! The Reindeer ran down too?!""What are they trying to do?!""Are they tired of living?!"The shipwrights were completely bewildered. Some wanted to go down and pull them back, but Paulyspoke up."Don't go down!""This isn't something manpower can solve! The opponent is the ocean!""I will take action if necessary! Don't make any rash moves."Chimney, with her child's mindset, only felt:"The Pirate Sister is so amazing!"Kokoro, however, looked serious."No, that's too reckless. They won't make it in time.""Look! The wave is already here!"On the distant sea level, the silhouette of a massive wave was already visible... "Zoro!!"Chopper, using his Reindeer jumping ability, successfully reached Zoro."Zoro! Zoro!!""Can you hear me? It's me!""I hear you!! Hurry up and hand the sandai kitetsu to Zoro, Chopper!!"Before Zoro could speak, Little Bai Satoru shouted first.Zoro: "..."Zoro remained silent, but he did sense the sandai kitetsu; after all, it was a cursed sword, and even sealed in its sheath, its killing intent could be perceived.Little Bai in the consciousness space: "What's the big deal? It's not like I can't swim.""Ah! Satoru's voice!! You're here too?! Where are you?!"Chopper was very surprised."In the chimney! Stop talking nonsense!!!"Satoru yelled at the top of his lungs... On the other side, Nami didn't have Chopper's jumping ability, nor was she as fast as the four-legged Chopper. If she went any further, she would be in danger too."No, I can't go any further.""Luffy!!""Huh? Nami? Are you behind me?""Listen to me, I got stuck here after that pigeon bastard knocked me away. Satoru came and then disappeared. Do you know where he went?!"Luffy heard Nami's voice and immediately responded.Nami looked at the stuck Luffy and recalled Forest Mask Bai Yun saying that Robin had sacrificed herself for them. Now, with Robin and Satoru taken away, Forest Mask Bai Yun gone, and Luffy and Zoroboth stuck while the tsunami approached, the feeling of helpless dependence crushed her.Tears streamed down her face, and Nami shouted."Luffy!!!""Stop joking around!! Look at the time!""What are you still doing there?!""Have you forgotten that Robin willingly allowed herself to be taken away for us?""She clearly knew that being taken away meant death!""If you don't get out and we don't chase after them, both Robin and Satoru might die!!!"Emotional buffs are often a super stimulant in the Pirate World, and they work quite well."Don't worry... I won't let...""One-Sword Style...""No!! It's too late!!""Hurry to higher ground!""Run! You'll be drowned!""Aqua Laguna is here!!!"The shipwrights and Kokoro had their hearts in their throats.The giant wave that was far away just moments ago was now upon them in these ten-odd seconds!Luffy and Zoro finally unleashed their power."I won't let anyone die!! AHHHHHHHH!!!""36-Pound Phoenix!!!"Luffy spread his arms and pushed apart the two high-rise buildings on either side of the alley walls.Zoro grabbed the sandai kitetsu, and with the 36-Pound Phoenix, the chimney instantly split apart in a spiral."The building collapsed! The chimney shattered!""They..."The shipwrights were startled by Luffy and Zoro.Over here."Let's go, Nami!!""rumble ball: Jumping Power Boost!!"Luffy swung his arms, and Chopper, using his Jumping Power Boost, finally carried Nami and Zoroonto the bridge."That's great, they made it to the bridge, the wave should only hit..."Seeing the four members reach the large bridge leading to the third circle of the gigantic fountain, the shipwrights finally breathed a sigh of relief. However, in the next instant, the giant wave was visibly towering above the bridge, ready to crash down.It had been emphasized many times: this time, the Water Gods, Aqua Laguna, was bigger than ever before."What!!""Run!!!"No, they couldn't possibly run away at this distance!!!Nami's face showed despair.Just at this moment of life and death.A white light emitted from Zoro's wrist, and the humanoid Little Bai instantly appeared—it was Satoru's consciousness.This time, he was not only humanoid but also had a single horn growing from his forehead, vertical pupils in his eyes, and white scales covering his shoulders and collarbones."I don't know who this bastard is!!""But I know this!! He's strong!!"Satoru shouted, stomped his foot down, and a blast of chilling air erupted and spread out.When the chilling air touched the giant wave, the wave instantly froze, turning into an ice sculpture.It stood before them like a massive iceberg, radiating intense pressure.From Luffy's perspective, the frozen giant wave looked even more like a frozen beast opening its massive jaws to bite down; if they had been a second slower, they would have been inside its mouth.And the shipwrights' reaction was:"WHAT!!!!!"They were so astonished their eyes bulged out and their jaws dropped.Pauly, holding a rope and intending to rescue them, froze in place, his eyes filled with disbelief.Chimney's eyes sparkled with stars, full of adoration.Kokoro took a sip of sake to calm her nerves. "If you live long enough, you truly see everything.""Unbelievable.""Aqua Laguna was stopped..."
Chapter 463: Have You Been Inside?The shipwrights under the fountain were astonished and incredulous at the frozen giant wave.As for Luffy and the others in front of the giant ice sculpture, they felt a sense of unreality, a feeling of having narrowly escaped death... "Hoo~ hoo~"Pant-pant, after suddenly unleashing such powerful strength, Satoru was also tired, not physically, but mentally. Although he didn't know why he could control Xiao Bai's power, was it because he was inside him?"That's great, you're so cool!! Satoru!!""Satoru!!!"Nami and Chopper hugged Satoru, crying tears of joy.Satoru wondered, were they praising him, or Xiao Bai?Never mind, as long as I'm thick-skinned, it's me."Just so-so.""Hehe, as expected of Satoru."Luffy said, showing a row of teeth. "As expected of Satoru" was almost becoming his catchphrase.Zoro's personality wouldn't allow him to praise out loud, but he would nod in agreement with Luffy's point."Alright, let's hurry up to the top.""There's more than one tsunami wave.""More waves will come later. Although these front ones are frozen and can't recede, the waves' power will be reduced, but it's still enough to kill us."Satoru said.If another wave hit, it wouldn't be a matter of whether it was frozen or not, but the problem of the ice sculpture shattering and falling down."Satoru is right, let's go up quickly."When it came to cherishing life, Nami cherished it greatly, but she would not hesitate to go down and call Luffy.Not to mention her, who among them didn't cherish their life?Nami and Chopper's unwavering resolve, this was the meaning of comrades.It also proved that even if their combat power was inferior to others, they still had their own roles.The Straw Hat Pirates were indispensable, so Robinhad to come back.Satoru (Main Body): The main thing is, if she doesn't come back, I can't go back either... "Are you guys okay!""That giant wave was frozen by this white-haired big brother, right!!""White-haired big brother!!!"The shipwrights cast admiring glances.Satoru felt great.Xiao Bai thought: "What white-haired! Who are you calling white-haired!!""Alright, you all look like you've never seen the world before."Pauly shouted, seemingly, this "old" big brother was jealous."You really scared us to death.""But it also opened this old woman's eyes. Aqua Laguna, when stopped, is actually so beautiful."Kokoro said while drinking.The giant wave frozen into an ice sculpture indeed looked exceptionally dazzling and beautiful under the gloomy weather."Ah, Monster Granny, you're on this island too."Luffy greeted her; he didn't know Kokoro had come to Water Seven."Of course, wouldn't being out at sea at this time be courting death?"Kokoro replied.Chimney then praised Luffy and the others, treating everyone equally, praising them all together."Pirate big brother, big sister, and Reindeer, you're all so amazing!!!""No, not at all~"Chopper wiggled his body. That's what he said, but his body was very honest.Luffy looked over, then remembered."By the way, why are Bai Satoru, Zoro, and Chopperalso in the back alley?""Bai Satoru?"Satoru repeated the name."That's right, the taller Satoru is Bai Satoru."Luffy explained with a smile, which was very consistent with his naming style."So, why are you guys here too?"Zoro thought he had "escaped a calamity," but Luffywas persistent."Ah... no... that...""He was stuck in the chimney."Chopper said.Zoro's face instantly darkened, and he went to pinch Chopper."Ah!!"Chopper was caught by the neck of fate."Poor Zoro, stuck in the chimney, unable to get out, kicking his legs, crying pitifully, how pathetic."No need to think, this slanderous mockery was said by Satoru.And Luffy was just outright mocking."Hahahaha, you were stuck in the chimney! Hahaha!!""Zoro, what's wrong with you, you're such an idiot!"Nami, with a shark face, pulled Luffy's face."What right do you have to say that about him!! You two are both big idiots!!"Satoru agreed.Luffy looked around at everyone, not seeing Sanji."Eh, Sanji and U... where's Sanji?"Speaking of Sanji, Nami also remembered the letter."By the way, I have something to tell you, Zoro, you listen too."If she didn't call Zoro, Chopper would soon see his great-grandmother... Nami told everyone about Sanji leaving a letter and going ahead on the sea train to catch up.She suggested that the next plan was to catch up to the sea train.After listening, Luffy immediately stood up, clasped his hands together, fist to palm."What's there to hesitate about! Let's chase immediately!!"Zoro hung his swords."Besides that, there are no other options."Satoru nodded, "I agree too."Since everyone agreed, it was easy to handle."Hey, rope user, lend us a ship.""No, besides a ship, aren't there other sea trains?"Luffy said to Pauly."There's only one sea train, the Puffing Tom.""It was built by the shipwrights working together; it can be called a miracle ship."Kokoro listened, silent, and drank first."Then lend us a ship, the strongest ship in this city."Without a sea train, a ship would do. At this point, if he couldn't swim, Luffy would swim to catch up.Pauly, however, only thought they were naive."Don't be silly!!""Haven't you seen the sea now?""Even if I gave you a sailboat now, as soon as you go out to sea, you'd be smashed to pieces!!""I can't just watch you go to your deaths for nothing!!"Although his tone was harsh, Pauly was essentially looking out for Luffy and the others."Wait until the storm disappears tomorrow morning, then I'll lend you a ship.""For now, go to the shelter with everyone.""If we wait until tomorrow morning, will we still be able to reach our destination?!!"Here, Nami brought up the existence of Impel Down.Enies Lobby was a court in name only; the court that interrogated criminals was empty. Therefore, whether guilty or innocent, once you arrived at Enies Lobby, you were guilty.Criminals would pass through the Gate of Justice, and there were only two destinations from the Gate of Justice port at Enies Lobby.One was the peak of "Justice's Fighting Power," Marineford.The other was the deep-sea great prison, Impel Down, filled with interrogation rooms and execution platforms, imprisoning the world's most ferocious and brutal criminals!! (Also called Impel Hell)Speaking of Impel Down, Satoru couldn't help but frown. Zoro noticed this."What's wrong?""Nothing, just hearing that name feels unlucky."This made Zoro suspect, had Satoru been inside?
Chapter 464: Understanding is Understanding, Doing is DoingSailing out during the Aqua Laguna tsunami is seeking death.But Nami knew that the interrogation at Enies Lobby was merely a formality.If they waited until morning to set off, everything would be too late.Satoru is now wearing seastone handcuffs, and soon, not only Robin but also Satoru will be lost."For the two wanted criminals, Robin and Satoru!! No matter where they are taken (Headquarters or Impel Down), only hell awaits them!!""They are getting closer and closer to the Gate of Justice!!""How could we possibly wait until morning!!!"Nami shouted loudly, expressing their determination even as she released her emotions.This is the so-called evidence: if I say you are guilty, you are guilty. No wonder there are so many Pirates in this world—either their lives are mediocre if they aren't Pirates, or they are exploited by their own country's king, or their homes are stolen by other Pirates. Why not become a Pirate themselves?This is the mindset of most people who become Pirates.Of course, there is also the small portion, like Luffyand his crew, who pursue dreams, or like Rocks, who wants to become the World Overlord... Pauly was not infected by Nami's emotional outpouring, or perhaps he was, but he remained very calm."Since you know so much, let me remind you of something else.""Even if the sea is calm now and you can sail out, you shouldn't go there. Don't forget, you are Pirates!!""Enies Lobby is the gateway to the World Government's central hub, so its defenses are naturally strict!!""No matter what kind of Pirate goes there, it's impossible to bring their comrades back!!""Because everyone understands what the consequence will be!!""Are you going to confront the central organization of the World Government?!!"Luffy listened silently. He could hear the determination in Pauly's words. Although Paulymeant well, they couldn't accept his kindness right now, so Luffy's expression gradually became serious.The shipwrights also agreed with Pauly. "That's right! Now is not the time to sail. Give up! If you chase after them, you'll only find death!!"Satoru took a step forward, his red, slit pupils fixed on them."Eek!!!!"Pauly and the others instantly felt enveloped by a chill, as if a white snake was coiled around their bodies, its head resting on their backs, ready to strike the next second.The sensation vanished, but the shipwrights were all shaken, and even Pauly couldn't react immediately."We understand the principles you speak of, but understanding is understanding, and doing it is another matter entirely, Pauly the Ropemaster.""But aren't Pirates exactly the kind of people who oppose the Marines and the World Government?""If you don't give it to us now, then we will go, even if we have to steal a ship.""Right, Captain."Satoru, acting as the "Captain's Secretary," spoke on behalf of the Captain. Luffy gripped his straw hatand stepped forward as well."That's right, we are setting sail now!!"Zoro pushed up the hilt of his sword with his thumb.Nami pulled out her clima-tact.Chopper, in Reindeer Form, slowly lowered his head, pointing his antlers at Pauly and the others.When the Captain speaks, the crew must follow, no matter what—at least when it comes to serious matters. If it were something else, like buying a dozen bronze statues for the ship, Nami would give Luffy a big, loving punch... The shipwrights were extremely surprised, especially after witnessing Satoru's strength. Who would dare fight him?!Ghost: Don't involve me in your boasting. I wouldn't fight him either!"What!""You're serious!!""Are you trying to get yourselves killed!!!"Just then, a wave crashed in, instantly shattering the beautiful ice sculpture. It seemed as if the sea was warning Luffy and his crew that it was not to be trifled with.But Luffy and the others acted as if they didn't see it, continuing to stare intently at Pauly and his group."Our comrades are waiting for us!! Don't get in our way!!"Luffy yelled.Pauly was stubborn, or rather, he stood his ground."Then you'll have to get past me first!!"Just as a fight was about to break out, Kokoro finally spoke."Wait a minute, all of you!!!""Straw Hat, you're wrong. Pauly is right.""Don't meddle in this. This has nothing to do with you, Granny."Luffy told Kokoro not to interfere."It has nothing to do with me, you say?""I can't just watch you go to your deaths. If there is anything in this world that can traverse the Aqua Laguna, it must be the sea train."Luffy was confused, thinking Kokoro's words were nonsense."But it's precisely because we don't have a sea trainthat we are here..."Luffy stopped mid-sentence. Kokoro turned around, tilted her head, revealing half her face, looking like someone who had accomplished a great deed and was hiding her identity."If you're not afraid to die, then follow me. I'll drive the... sea train for you!!"...Let's talk about the sea train for now.In the first carriage of the train, Robin and Satoruwere seated. Behind them were CP9 and the others. Satoru, wearing seastone handcuffs, was indeed sleeping soundly by the window. (Because his consciousness had gone to Xiao Bai.)Robin looked at Satoru. Even now, she still didn't understand him, didn't know who he was, yet he followed her even though he knew hell lay ahead... Robin could only sigh, concluding that Satoru's claim that he was an Undercover Agent placed on the Straw Hat Pirates by Garp must be true. In that case, Satoru still had a chance to survive.However, Garp would say: I damn well don't know anything about this!!Now, let's talk about Sanji.He snuck onto the sea train from the rear carriage.The guard of the seventh carriage, CP6 intelligence agent Jerry, a tall male boxer from Karate Island, boasted that he could handle Sanji without CP9's intervention, and was subsequently instantly defeated.Sanji fought his way forward like he was clearing levels. When he reached the sixth carriage, the Cargo/Usopp Carriage, he saw Usopp and Franky, who had been captured and were restrained in clothes designed for controlling mental patients—clothes with no openings, making them look like worms.Satoru couldn't understand why CP9, knowing Franky was vital because he possessed the Plutonblueprints, would casually toss him into the sixth carriage. It was as if they had been kicked in the head by a donkey."Sanji, why are you on the sea train!!"Usopp looked at the appearing Sanji with surprise mixed with delight."Is that so? I was going to ask you, old man, what's your name?"Sanji indicated he didn't know who Usopp was.Usopp exclaimed, "Stop playing dumb!!!"Sanji turned his head, saw a den den mushi, and ignored Usopp."Great, there's a den den mushi here. I can contact Miss Nami.""Those officials just now only had boring things like masks and cosmetics."Franky looked at the two of them."Are you guys companions?""We used to be."Sanji and Usopp answered in unison.
Chapter 465: The rocket manSanji didn't know Franky yet. After asking if he and Usopp were comrades, he asked back."Who are you?""I am Franky, the behind-the-scenes hero of Water 7 and ship dismantler.""Franky..."Sanji repeated the name, recalling that Forest Mask Bai Yun had mentioned him. Wasn't he the one who took their 200 million Berries? "A pervert?"Franky: "...To praise someone like that right after meeting, are you a Franky fan? Hahahahaha."Sanji: "..."Not only a pervert, but also not very smart."Anyway, stop talking so much and help us untie these ropes, Curly Brow brother."Franky said, triggering a keyword."Huh? What did you call me?""Curly Brow, isn't it curly?"Sanji: "(▼dish▼#)""Untie yourself then!!""What?! If I could untie myself, would I need to beg you?!"Usopp watched as their voices grew louder. "No, you two, calm down!""You'll be discovered!!"Sanji and Franky looked at him; his last sentence was the loudest.Usopp: "...Uh, I didn't mean to."However, Marineford Colonel T-Bone, guarding the fifth carriage and responsible for the fifth and sixth carriages, had already heard the noise... Back on Water 7, Aqua Laguna was still sweeping through the city.Kokoro took Luffy and the others to a brick warehouse behind the Water 7 garbage disposal plant.According to Kokoro, this warehouse had been abandoned for 8 years, and the sea train inside hadn't run for 12 years."Oh! So cool!!"Came Luffy's exclamation.Inside the warehouse was a sea train with a shark face at the front, indeed looking like a steel behemoth.Seeing Luffy and Chopper with stars in their eyes, Kokoro said,"Let me tell you upfront, this isn't a good thing.""This fellow is called 'rocket man.'""It's a failed creation, a 'runaway sea train' that cannot carry people.""The shark-shaped front is for style."Just then, Iceburg walked down from the train. No wonder the warehouse door, abandoned for 8 years, was open."Eh, old man?""Straw Hat, you're all right. Long-Haired Bai Yunwas indeed right."Iceburg replied.He recalled what Forest Mask Bai Yun had told him under the tree when he was still around."Luffy and Zoro's lifespans are more tenacious than cockroaches.""The sea train is impossible to catch, but even with the tsunami's interception, it won't stop our determination to catch up.""No, unless we all die on the island, otherwise, we will all catch up."After hearing these words, Iceburg fell silent. Then, Forest Mask Bai Yun turned into a bullet in front of him, and Nami and the others also returned. After separating from Nami and the others again, Iceburg came to this warehouse alone to check the usability of the rocket man... "Iceburg, you're still alive. What are you doing here?"Came Kokoro's greeting."I came here because I have the same idea as you."Iceburg replied with a smile.Kokoro laughed loudly, "Hahahahaha, there's really nothing to be done with these guys.""Give it a try. Everything is ready, water and coal are prepared, just waiting for the steam to form."Iceburg sat on a wooden box. Shot seven times, and then coming here alone to repair and inspect the rocket man, even an iron man would be tired."Old man, did you prepare this for us?"Luffy asked with a smile.Iceburg said not to be happy too soon."Save your laughter until you're safely back.""The rocket man is a failed creation made by Mr. Tom before the sea train started running.""No matter how it's adjusted, the steam engine cannot control the speed, so safety cannot be guaranteed."Luffy didn't hear a single word of this; he only knew that a ship could depart and they could set off."Ah, thank you, Uncle Iceburg.""Hmm...""Who is this?"Iceburg noticed this new face, Little Bai Satoru."What's wrong, don't you recognize me, Mr. Iceburg?""You are truly unlucky."Using Little Bai's body, it naturally sounded like Little Bai, but the last sentence made Iceburg's mind race."You are Long-Haired Bai Yun!"A hashtag popped up in Satoru's mind."I told you, don't keep bringing up that title."Iceburg nodded, but his actions implied, 'I understand, Long-Haired Bai Yun, I won't call you Long-Haired Bai Yun again, rest assured, Long-Haired Bai Yun.'Luffy jumped onto the rocket man, saying they could depart once Nami returned, but then suddenly felt weak all over and wished he had some meat.Then, Nami, like a "wish spirit," arrived at the warehouse with two station staff, carrying a large bag of meat and wine.When he saw Nami, Luffy was still a little annoyed."Where have you been, Nami? Didn't you say we didn't have time? Hey, what's in that bag?"Nami: "Meat and wine."Zoro: "And wine!!""Did you ask them to prepare all this, Nami? You're really good.""I'm sorry, I complained to you just now."Satoru shook his head with a smile. Luffy truly perfectly demonstrated what it meant to be two-faced."Give me one, please."Satoru sat down, and although he said so, he reached out and took one himself.Luffy wasn't stingy about sharing food, but taking it directly from his hand was impossible."Straw Hat!!"Just then, the Franky Family suddenly burst in, all bruised and swollen.They had previously been dealt with by CP9.Zambai led them, and Zoro thought they were there to cause trouble, but the next second, tears streamed down their faces."Take us with you!!""We heard from the Galley-La Company that you're going to Enies Lobby!!""Our big brother was taken away by the World Government people!! We want to chase after him, but we can't get through Aqua Laguna!!!"Kokoro had already entered the rocket man's cockpit.Leaning out and resting her hand on the window, she reminded Zambai and the others."Your opponent is the World Government, you know.""It doesn't matter who it is!!""We have to save our big brother!!""We'll go through fire and water, no matter what!!"Although Franky had a peculiar and perverted personality (he was indeed a pervert), his subordinates were very loyal to him.This time, thanks to Satoru, they didn't attack Usopp, so no one objected, but Luffy still had to speak.Regarding this kind of camaraderie, Luffy naturally said,"Come aboard!!""Wuwu, Straw Hat!""We are eternally grateful!!"
Chapter 466: If You Like It, Write It Down"Set sail! Let's go settle the score with them!"Luffy was in high spirits.Zambai rode two Blueno, connecting them to the rocket man with a cannon.The two Blueno were also members of the Franky Family, Sodom and Gomorrah.And so, Water Seven's revenge and rescue team set off... The rocket man reconnected with the tracks that had been scattered by the waves. As Kokoroherself said, don't underestimate a professional train driver.Once on the tracks, the train's speed instantly increased. This speed showed why it was called the rocket man.Luffy's head, sticking out of the sunroof, was almost pulled off by the wind, a free facelift from nature.Everyone entered the carriage.Including Zambai and the two guys who secretly followed, the shipwright Nergal Galette and Pepporone.Zoro spoke, "Hold on, there are some unknown people in the carriage."Nergal Galette and Pepporone: "Oh, who?""You guys!"Zoro and Pauly shouted, their faces like sharks.Nergal Galette laughed loudly, "Gahahaha, Pauly, we thought of coming with you. Maybe we could see the enemies who hurt Mr. Iceberg, so we hid in the coal car and followed."Pepporone pressed down his upturned hair, but it sprang up again from another spot, "As expected, count us in for this battle.""Right! You should explain first! Pauly!""You know who the real culprit is, right? Tell us, we're not that slow, we've already guessed a little, so we won't be too surprised."Watching Nergal Galette and Pepporone say this, Satoru knew that if they really guessed it, he'd be damned.Since they were already on the ship, Pauly knew there was nothing to hide, so he told them about Lucci and the others being World Governmentpersonnel.However, he turned around and saw Nergal Galetteand Pepporone, surprised down to their very hair strands."So you guys didn't guess!""Then who did you think it was?!"Pauly shouted, good heavens, they were so confident despite having no idea.Satoru smiled and shook his head slightly. The world of pirates was not short of clowns. Listening to Nergal Galette name the unwitting lucky candidates, Mike and Rick, Satoru closed his eyes to confront Little White, and also to rest... "Oh my, a rare guest, Little White."Satoru looked at Little White, still the same, still unclothed.Little White was about to come over, but Satorustopped him."Wait, Little White, we need to have a good talk."A glimmer flashed in Little White's eyes, "Talk about what? Marriage, or love?""Don't make me climb Mount Kongtong."Seeing Little White's teasing, Satoru told him to be serious.However, Little White didn't understand, "Which mountain is Mount Kongtong? I've never heard of it.""Never mind all that.""Little White, being able to freeze such a large tsunami, and while injured, your strength should be among the world's peak.""What is your purpose in choosing to follow me?""I don't care, but I have to be responsible for my comrades!"Satoru sat cross-legged. There was no point in standing as he wasn't as tall as Little White. His expression was very serious.Little White looked at Satoru's serious demeanor. It seemed he had to give an explanation today, so Little White also sat cross-legged."How hurtful, Little White.""You were the one who took me away, and now you're asking me for an explanation.""Well..."Satoru felt a bit guilty. He was indeed the one who initiated it, but who knew that a Little White Snakehe casually picked up would have such strength? It was like encountering a beggar on the street, and he turns out to be the 996th leader of the Beggars' Sect."Well, indeed, you looked good in your Little White Snake form, and I trusted you. But how do I put it, once I knew you could transform into a human and were still so cheeky, things changed. In short, you're too strong and can enter my consciousness space. Shouldn't I ask for clarification?""Although, I do believe you. I'm just curious, yes, curious about your identity.""After all, transforming Little White Snakes are not common."Little White's lips curled, "I can accept that, except for the 'cheeky' part.""Regarding my identity, what I remember now, it's not like I can't say.""But you didn't ask."Satoru: "...""Then I'm asking now, tell me.""Okay."Little White smiled and responded politely."As for my identity... I forgot."Satoru: "...Are you messing with me?"Little White shook his head."No, no, how could I bear to?""About what I said before, that I lost my memory, I wasn't lying.""It's just that I didn't mention I still remember some fragments.""What I remember now is that I am very strong, and the one who severely injured me was the World Government.""I remember a fragment, a scene of me fighting five old men in Mary Geoise.""Furthermore, there's the scene where I was pierced through the heart.""Pierced through the heart?! And then what?!"Satoru was very surprised. You were pierced through the heart, and you're still alive?"And then... that's it..."Little White replied, spreading his hands, looking innocent.Satoru was a bit speechless. Wasn't this like a commercial break just when a competition show was about to announce results, and this commercial had no time limit?"Oh."After thinking for a moment, Satoru just replied with an "Oh."Little White looked at him seriously, thinking he would have some questions, but that was it?"Just 'oh'?"Satoru stood up."That's right. Whether what you say is true or not, as long as your opponent is the World Government, then we are friends.""In the future, we will probably also have to fight the World Government. Oh no, we are already fighting them.""The enemy of my enemy is my friend, Little White."Little White stood up as well, "The enemy of my enemy is my friend, I like that saying."Satoru turned to leave, saying as he went."If you like it, write it down and hang it on the wall.""Well, I'm leaving. I hope your commercial... no, your memory recovers quickly, because I'm also very curious about you, such a mysterious top-tier combatant.""I'm off. I'll need to borrow your body for the upcoming battles, my friend."With that, Satoru disappeared.Little White looked at the spot where Satorudisappeared, smiling involuntarily, "He came so aggressively to interrogate me just now, but now he's not shy about borrowing my body. How realistic, Little White.""It's fine, though. In my current form, even if I show myself, I won't be recognized.""Little White, you are my savior, how could I harm you~"
Chapter 467: Combined AttackSatoru's consciousness returned to the present. Luffy, Pauly, and Zambai had just forged a comradeship, and their only enemy was CP9.At this moment, Aqua Laguna struck again, wanting to reclaim its frozen dignity, so it clashed with the rocket man.Luffy declared,"What's a little wave like this?!""Everyone, work together!!!"Satoru expressed his support and then waited to watch the show. It was no longer a question of whether to freeze it or not.Even if he froze the tsunami, the rocket manwouldn't be able to stop at this distance. If it hit the ice formed by the mountain-like tsunami, it would be a 'you jump, I jump' situation... Nergal Galette and Zambai, carrying cannons, were the first to climb onto the train's roof, firing at the giant wave. However, the cannon fire was like a mud ox entering the sea, barely disturbing the giant wave.But this didn't make Zambai and the others give up."Keep firing!! Don't be discouraged!!"As the two got closer, Luffy, Satoru, and Zoro also climbed onto the roof.Nergal Galette saw Satoru's current appearance with his long white hair and suddenly remembered."Oh right, I saw that frozen Aqua Laguna. I thought I was dreaming, but then I heard the shipwrights say it was a white-haired big brother who froze the giant wave. That was you, right, brother?!""Hurry up, it's your turn to show off again!!"Satoru looked at the giant wave, then at Nergal Galette, "Are you really all muscle and no brains?"Luffy and Zoro's faces flushed slightly upon hearing this, a flush of shame, because they had just asked Satoru to do the same thing.Satoru explained the principle that he would only act if they wanted to crash into a giant ice wall to Nergal Galette.Nergal Galette looked as if he had just realized something."Then what should we do?""You guys keep firing."Zoro answered for Satoru.Although Nergal Galette didn't understand, he obediently complied, "Fire!! Keep firing!!"Zambai: "You don't need to tell us, we've been firing the whole time!!!"Luffy and Zoro walked to the front, in front of the train's chimney.The two stood one on the left and one on the right, appearing relaxed in the face of the giant wave."How much is two 108s again?"Luffy asked."216."Zoro answered. His math was still quite good, otherwise his sword techniques wouldn't be named Thirty-Six, Seventy-Two, or One Hundred and Eight."That's too long."Luffy complained.Zoro replied, "Then Three Hundred?"Taking an integer, Luffy readily agreed."Good!!""What are they going to do?"Zambai and Nergal Galette were puzzled."Just keep firing and watch. They are going to challenge nature!"Satoru replied, crossing his arms, looking as if everything was under control. But he was also scared; if they couldn't break through, it would be over. However, was that possible? The protagonist's halo wouldn't allow it.However, was that possible? The protagonist's halo wouldn't allow it.Luffy charged up, "Gomu Gomu..."Zoro prepared, "Three Hundred Pound...The next second, the giant wave approached, and the two struck instantly."Gomu Gomu no: Three Hundred Pound Cannon!!!"The two's passionate combination technique, the immense impact was no less than a dozen cannonballs exploding simultaneously, blasting a large hole directly in the middle of the giant wave.The rocket man continued without a pause, instantly passing through before the large hole closed up, its speed astonishing.Following the path created by the giant wave, the rocket man flew through it as if airborne.The people inside the carriage, and Zambai and Nergal Galette, watched in shock."It... it went through!!!""We crossed Aqua Laguna!!!""That's amazing!!!"Zambai and the others cheered.Kokoro had been calm the entire time, even when they were about to hit the giant wave, she was still drinking sake."Engagagaga, you guys have some tricks up your sleeves.""It's true that the longer you live, the more you see. A frozen Aqua Laguna and an Aqua Laguna that's been blasted through.""But the most unforgettable one was that time, the Aqua Laguna that was split in two by a single sword. The Pirate King..."After the cheers, Zambai and the others still felt a lingering fear. Luckily, they hadn't become enemies with Luffy and the others. However, having them as teammates was truly reassuring.Pauly, on the other hand, thought, "As expected, they came prepared. Don't underestimate them."Satoru said, "You're overthinking it. They just ate and drank their fill... Go back inside, two heroes.""Your fists are harder.""Your swords are sharper.""Not bad, you two."Satoru walked forward and said to Luffy and Zoro's backs.Zoro sheathed his sword, and Luffy put his hands on his hips and laughed heartily, as if saying 'of course'."However, if only you could fully master Armament Haki and learn Observation Haki now.""…"Zoro: "Let's go inside, it's very windy out here."Luffy: "Agreed."With that, the two flipped back into the carriage from either side.Satoru remained standing with his arms crossed, and couldn't help but smile wryly as he watched them 'run off' immediately."Anyway, they've definitely gotten stronger."...Inside the carriage.As soon as Luffy and Zoro returned, the Square Sisters immediately praised them."Straw Hat, you guys are amazing.""You're simply not human."Good praise, but please don't praise again next time."Luffy, come here."Nami suddenly called Luffy over.Earlier, while Luffy and the others were dealing with Aqua Laguna, Sanji called, informing her of his news, and also the news of two more idiots (Frankyand Usopp).The den den mushi was still connected."Hello, Luffy.""Sanji, how are things on your end? Where are Robin and Satoru?"Sanji told Luffy that Robin and Satoru were still imprisoned."I see, alright then, go all out and do your best!!"Luffy replied.Zoro, however, disagreed, "Luffy, tell him not to act recklessly. We'll catch up and then talk.""Oh my, is Zoro worried about Sanji?"Satoru said with a smile."Who's worried about him!!"Zoro retorted, then squatted down, closer to the den den mushi."Hey, Cook, did you hear that? There are some dangerous guys on that train."Zoro urged Sanji not to act rashly, but before Sanjicould reply, Luffy spoke."It's alright, Zoro.""If it were you, what would you do? You wouldn't just wait, would you?"Luffy might not be smart, but he understood his comrades."You know me well.""Hey, Mosshead, are you worried about me?"Sanji listened silently, waiting for Luffy to finish before replying.Zoro already responded loudly, "Who's worried about you!!"Satoru: Tsundere male ✓Sanji chuckled twice, "Unfortunately, as Satoru said, Sister Robin willingly got captured for our sake. Knowing this, even if the Captain tries to stop me...""I won't give up!!"How domineering! As Sanji finished speaking, he instantly crushed the den den mushi's receiver, showing his resolve.den den mushi: You disgust me!!
Chapter 468: Immediately Closed His Eyes"My name is Sniper King."After Sanji hung up... er, crushed the Den Den Mushi, the call was disconnected.Over there, the rocket man was accelerating. According to what Kokoro said, its speed had already surpassed the rocket man's limit, and now no one could make it stop.On this side, Sanji told Usopp that Robin had sacrificed herself to save the six of them, and that Satoru had chosen to follow her because he couldn't convince her otherwise.Regardless, at least Franky and Usopp were helpers now.Franky was moved to tears by what Robin and Satoru had done.Usopp, however, felt extremely ashamed. Robinwas willing to sacrifice herself for their comrades, while he...Under Franky's words, he acknowledged the fact that the going merry could no longer set sail, and he also knew that what he had said to Luffy and the others was too harsh. As he himself put it, "The way I cursed at you, how could I have the right to fight alongside you again."Then, the scene of Sniper King's entrance occurred.Here, there was some background music:"Born on Sniper Island, I never miss! Never miss! Lu-lu-la-la-lu~ Mouse's eyes, Lock on! Your heart, Lock on! A great man from Sniper Island! Lu-lu-lu-lu-lu-la-la~"Franky: "What is that guy doing?"Sanji: "Let him enjoy himself for a while..."...The scene returned to the rocket man.The men in the carriage sat upright, their eyes fixed without a single blink.Before them was a boundless spring scenery; missing even a second would be a huge loss.Nami was changing clothes. Although she had her back turned, this feeling of showing a lot while seemingly revealing very little was the most lethal of all.Satoru's consciousness returned, and he opened his eyes. Oh my god!! A direct impact.Because Nami was facing away from Pauly and the others but directly towards Satoru, she thought Satoru was sleeping and that it didn't matter, but who knew that Satoru would wake up right at that moment.In a flash, Satoru blushed.Nami, however, was very calm."It costs money, you know, Satoru~"Satoru immediately closed his eyes.Nami: "...""How boring. Although I also think money is more important."Nami felt both discouraged and in agreement."Alright, then everything is ready."Nami changed into a light combat outfit, a half-length denim vest and a light blue short skirt.Pauly couldn't take it anymore. "What are you doing!! You shameless woman!!"Nami innocently spread her hands. "Changing clothes. Who told you there's only one carriage here."Nergal Galette & Pepporone & Zambai: "Well changed!"Then, nosebleeds sprayed out from the three of them—a triple kill from Nami."That's still shameless!! What kind of clothes are you wearing!! Exposing your legs, your midriff, your chest!!""And you too, Square Sisters!! You're just as shameless; cover yourselves up!!"No wonder Pauly was still single at his age.The Square Sisters replied: "Why do you care so much!! You shy guy!""Shy guy!!!"Exposed, Pauly took a sharp inhale, finishing the entire cigar in his mouth in one go. Smoke puffed out from his ears—the ultimate hit to his lungs."Hahaha, you all are really in a different mood now. Should I change my clothes too?"Seeing Nami and the others change their clothes, their spirits high, Kokoro spoke up.It was Nergal Galette and the other two again; they immediately stood up and bowed to Kokoro. "No thanks, please spare us.""What rude young men."Kokoro replied, her expression remaining as usual.Not only did Nami change her clothes.Luffy also swapped his blue denim shorts for black ones.At this moment, he was stuffing meat into his pants pockets.Zoro put on a yellow vest jacket.Chopper wore a red one.Seeing that Satoru had woken up, Zoro tossed a blue one to him.Satoru reached out and caught it. Right now, his consciousness was in his small white form, wearing the same outfit as his Main Body—a white tank top and black beach shorts. He didn't feel cold, but since everyone was "looking brand new," putting it on to fit in wasn't bad."Did you change to a new weapon? Nami."Satoru noticed Nami holding a new, connected clima-tact and asked.Nami disassembled it and held the pieces between her fingers to show everyone."Yeah.""This is the clima-tact that Usopp upgraded using dials after he returned from Sky Island, the [Perfected clima-tact]!"The upgraded clima-tact had changed color to blue, and each section had a button position replaced with a spherical device containing a dial.Zoro nodded upon hearing this. "Is that so, Usopp's..."Nami and Luffy immediately became downcast and sad. "Yeah, his posthumous work..."As if Usopp were already gone.Zoro retorted, "He hasn't died yet!!!"Satoru patted Zoro on the shoulder and nodded in agreement. "He will live on in our hearts forever."Zoro: "Doesn't that just mean he's dead!!!""Hahahaha, regardless.""We are now geared up and ready to go. This time, we must bring me and Sister Robin back!!"Satoru said with a smile, extending his hand toward the center, back of the hand facing up.After his explanation, and after their brains twisted through a few turns, Pauly and the others roughly understood. Satoru's physical body had been captured, but his consciousness could still be here. As for who this body belonged to, Satoru didn't say.Luffy and the others placed their hands on top one by one, and then everyone slapped them down together."Of course!!"...Alright, before encountering the sea train, the scenes on the rocket man ended.Now, let's return the camera to the sea train. The commotion caused by Sanji and the others had been discovered; the people from the World Governmentweren't blind.And under the scheme of the three of them, the sixth and seventh carriages protected by MarineColonel T-Bone were directly detached from the entire sea train."Took care of two carriages; that's about 50 fewer Marine Soldiers."Sanji was very proud.Sniper King thought, "But, Sanji, aren't Straw Hat Luffy and the others also going to pass through these tracks?"Sanji: "...Whatever, they'll always find a way."The three continued to push deeper; next was the fifth carriage.The fifth and sixth carriages were originally both under T-Bone's responsibility. He had been lured to the sixth carriage and then "exiled" by Sanji and the others.So, the fifth carriage was left with only some lackeys of the World Government. Plus, with Franky as a "bulletproof from the front" shield, they solved it easily."I am a cyborg. Our bodies are installed with steel and weapons. Getting hit by them might make me bleed and feel pain, but I won't get hurt."Franky said proudly.Then, Sniper King, who was behind him, took out a needle and pricked his back.
Chapter 469: sea train Battle"Ah!!!""That hurts!!! What are you doing?!"One second Franky was proudly talking about his steel body, and the next, Sniper King poked him in the back with a needle, causing Franky to scream in pain.As expected, even tough guys are afraid of injections.Sniper King was puzzled, "Eh, shouldn't you be immune to needles?""You bastard, subjecting me to such a terrifying experiment! I said the front, I didn't say anything about my back!""Listen up, because I modified myself, my hands can't reach my back, so I'm only a 'cyborg' with the front half modified."Sanji listened from the beginning and just thought, "The world is full of wonders; we even have a white snake back home that can turn into a human.""A white snake? That's not important. By the way, I'll tell you, my belly is cold!"Franky said mysteriously."Oh? Why?" Sniper King asked, playing along."Because I installed a refrigerator for iced cola in my stomach!!" Franky said, opening his stomach to show them.Sanji and Sniper King genuinely thought it was pretty good."Eh! That's actually pretty great!!""Yeah, it'll be awesome in the summer!!!""Right? Hahahaha.""..."The air suddenly went silent.The three of them realized, "Is this really the time to talk about this? Isn't this carriage clear of enemies? Let's hurry up and take out the next one."They finally remembered to do their job.The three pushed open the door between the fifth and fourth carriages.In the fourth carriage kitchen, the guard was the CP7 cooking martial artist: Wanze.He was a guy with fluffy white afro hair, weird bulging eyes, two large mouse-like front teeth, and wearing special goggles to prevent tears while cutting onions.Satoru would call him one of the most disgusting chefs in the pirate world."Shashasha (laughter), I am Chef Wanze. Are you hungry? Do you want to eat ramen?""Alright, then I'll make some ramen."Wanze said to himself, with no one answering him.He took flour into his mouth, chewed it, and then sprayed the ramen out of his nostrils."Please, enjoy.""Who would want to eat that!!!"It was a testament to their endurance that Sanji and the others didn't throw up from disgust."Don't waste our time. There are people waiting for us. We're not interested, goodbye!"Sanji said, waving his hand as if to pass by.But Wanze blocked the way completely."If you want to pass through this carriage, you must defeat me."Wanze said, and Sanji and the others darkened their gazes.However, they heard Wanze add, "Unless..."Sanji lit a cigarette, "Oh? Unless? What unless? Tell us. We aren't brutes who insist on fighting.""Unless you finish eating the ramen I made."Wanze said very seriously.Sanji, who was about to put his hands in his pockets, froze, "...""Then it's better if we just beat you down."Sanji replied. Who would want to eat that damn booger ramen?"Shashashasha, then let me show you my Ramen Kenpo."The news that the sixth and seventh carriages had been disconnected reached the ears of the CP9 members in the second carriage.The fact that Sanji had rescued Franky and Usoppwas exposed, and Usopp's identity as Sniper Kinghad also been revealed.Let's put it this way: in the whole world, only Luffyand Chopper didn't know that Sniper King was Usopp; they still yearned for Sniper Island.Now there were five carriages left.The fifth carriage had already fallen.The fourth carriage was guarded by Wanze.The third carriage was guarded by CP9 newcomer Nero.The second carriage held these four CP9 members.The first carriage was, naturally, the one where Satoru and Robin were being held.Robin looked at Satoru, who was sleeping very soundly and comfortably, and felt inexplicably more relaxed."Or should I say you're heartless? Satoru?"In the second carriage, after Lucci learned that Sanjiand the others were causing trouble inside the train, he appeared remarkably confident."Rest assured, they won't be able to rescue Nico Robin."Back to the fourth carriage. Sanji vs. Wanze.Meanwhile, Franky and Sniper King bypassed the fourth carriage by going over the roof to the third."They escaped, but they're dead meat!!""Nero is in charge of the next carriage!! Although he is a new recruit, he is still a righteous CP9 assassin!!""Shashasha!! Nero loves to kill!!"Wanze laughed happily.Sanji had no time for his nonsense. "Mutton Shot," he kicked directly at Wanze's abdomen, but it was dodged.Although Wanze looked rather fat, his body was quite agile.Sanji didn't panic after his kick was dodged."Did I tell you that I'm in a hurry?""Then, take this!""Ramen Kenpo: Slicing Noodles: Flaming Kitchen Knives!!"Wanze's roller skates rubbed against the floor, flames rose up, and with the flames, he delivered a horizontal kick at Sanji.As expected, in the pirate world, good guys can use flames—the Mera Mera no Mi, [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ].Sanji calmly leaned back to dodge, and Wanze flew over him, landing on a table. It looked cool, but in reality, he became bruised and battered."In the instant I flew over, I was kicked at least ten times.""It was twelve.""Could it be that you're very strong!!""It's that you're too weak."Sanji was truly ruthless; twelve kicks, every single one landing on Wanze's face."What!! You dare say I'm too bad!!""Even my dad has never said that to me!!""Actually, I was distracted by those weird curly eyebrows of yours."Wanze tried to save face."What right do you have to call me weird!!"Sanji shouted back. If his eyebrows were weird, then Wanze was weird from head to toe!!"Forget it! Let me tell you why I was chosen as the guard captain!""Ramen Kenpo: Secret Technique: Ramen Tuxedo!!"Wanze pulled a large amount of ramen from his nose, stretched it out with his hands, and wore it on his body. He could freely manipulate the noodles, allowing him to bury anything that struck the ramen inside it.Although it was called a tuxedo, it had absolutely nothing to do with a tuxedo.In Sanji's eyes, "How dare you waste food!!""What? What did you say?""The essence of Ramen Kenpo lies in the ability to control the noodles.""Whether it's speed or power, I am completely different from before!!""Witness my power!!"Sanji's expression was serious. He hated it when people wasted food. Although the noodles were made in a disgusting way, they were still food.Picking up two kitchen knives, taking a step back with his right foot, lifting his heel, and grinding it into the floor, Sanji said."I will make you eat every single one of these noodles.""You bastard!"But it seemed these noodles were just spat out from Wanze's nostrils.
Chapter 470: Sleeping"Two-Handed Ramen Strike!"Fourth carriage, Sanji vs. Wanze.Wanze's ultimate Ramen Fist technique involved donning a ramen armor, then using his ramen-covered hands to deliver a continuous barrage of strikes at Sanji.Sanji held two kitchen knives. As Wanze's fists came, a flash of blades cut the ramen on Wanze's hands into countless pieces.Sanji looked like a strict teacher."Let me show you a master chef's [Butchering an Ox]!"With a flash, Sanji appeared behind Wanze, and Wanze's entire ramen armor instantly disintegrated."Ah!! I've been cut!!"Wanze screamed, as if he had been slashed a dozen times, then his tone suddenly changed, "Just kidding!!"Sanji put his kitchen knives away, "A chef's knives are for preparing food; I won't use them to cut people."No sooner had Sanji finished speaking than Wanze behind him immediately picked up a kitchen knife and threw it over, "Flying Knife Technique!!" He truly was rebellious and itching for a beating if he wasn't hit.As the kitchen knife flew, Sanji's figure flickered and instantly vanished. He was already skilled with his legs, so his speed was naturally not slow. Now that he had mastered Air Compression Technique, his speed was no slower than Shave."So fast!!"Wanze was surprised. There was no one in front of him, so he turned around, but as soon as he did, "Eye!!" Sanji kicked him directly in his protruding eyes."Ah!! My eyes are caved in!!"Wanze clutched his eyes and wailed; this time, it was a genuine wail."I'll say it again, move aside!"Sanji said.Wanze endured the pain in his eyes and refused to budge, "I won't!! I just don't understand why you insist on saving that woman! You don't know the truth about Nico Robin..."Wanze didn't finish, as Sanji didn't want to hear it. If he wouldn't move willingly, he would be forced to move!!Sanji delivered a series of kicks."Nose!""Face!""Mouth!""Teeth!""Chin!!"This was Sanji's technique, with the same effect as the legendary"Plastic Surgery SHOOT!!"It is a move that uses high-density continuous kicks to heavily damage the opponent's facial bones, completely changing their face shape and appearance, usually making them as beautiful and handsome as a supermodel.So, after one move, Wanze went from this:To this:Isn't this much better than any plastic surgery?"Oh my god!!"Wanze knelt on the ground wailing, then uttered the words shown in the picture. We can only say that everyone has their own aesthetics; respect and blessings.Sanji sternly told him, "You've made three mistakes: first, calling yourself a chef in front of me; second, wasting food; and third, insulting my comrades!""I don't care!!""Change me back right now!!""Nico Robin is an evil woman who lives by betraying her comrades!!""Prepare to die!!"Holding a large kitchen knife, Wanze, with tears streaming down his face, slashed at Sanji. He was truly bringing up a sore point; Sanji had said insulting his comrades was wrong, yet he cursed her again. He was practically courting death.As Wanze attacked, Sanji remained still on the surface, but in the next second, he struck instantly."Three Point Dissection!!"A technique that concentrates power into one leg, instantly kicking Wanze's throat, chest, and abdomen.Wanze was kicked away like a bullet, crashing into the carriage door, and was sent directly from the fourth carriage to the second carriage where Lucciand the others were... While Sanji and Wanze were fighting.On top of the third carriage, Franky and CP9's rookie Nero were also fighting.After Franky's back was discovered to be his weakness, he immediately lay down on the ground, "Invincible Franky!!"Nero was silent, indicating he didn't know what to say.Franky himself knew that just lying there wouldn't deal with Nero."Hey! Weasel!"Franky was calling Nero a weasel because Nero looked like a cat and was called a combat genius, but he had only learned four of the Six Powers, somewhat like a pirated version of Lucci.NeroFranky continued, "You really shouldn't have messed with me, bro, the super awesome me this weekend.""[Centaur Monster], ever heard of it, bro?"Nero was puzzled, "You mean a monster with a horse's lower body, so what?"Franky's actions answered."Trans—form!!""Franky Centaur!!"Franky's thighs split from the middle into four legs, adopting a centaur-like posture, but with the front half of his legs extended, like a centaur turned front-to-back.It looked so... perverted... "You got it backward!!"Nero complained.Franky, however, was very confident, "If you have complaints, say them after you've witnessed my attack."A few minutes later... "Waaahhh!!"Franky was knocked down, floating at the edge of the train, clinging on for dear life, or he would fall off."Hahaha!! You look ridiculous, need help?"Nero let his guard down and walked over to taunt Franky.Here, Teacher Satoru said, never underestimate your enemy."No, no."Franky gave a powerful swing, flinging himself up, "I haven't reached..."He transformed, and his four centaur-like legs grabbed Nero like claws, pinning his limbs and forcing him down."That point!""You bastard!!"Nero was pushed down and pinned by Franky. Franky was incredibly smug, and since he was a cyborg with a body of steel, he wasn't exactly light. Nero was completely pinned, with no possibility of counterattack."Bro, you dodged all my attacks just now. You still don't know how strong I am, do you!!"Franky twisted his right hand, then a steel fist emerged, which he instantly slammed into Nero's abdomen."Ultimate Hammer!!"As mentioned earlier, Nero had only learned four of the Six Powers, specifically missing Finger Pistoland the defensive Iron Body.Finger Pistol is the most difficult, as all ten fingers are connected to the heart, and training fingers to be like bullets is not easy. Moreover, Finger Pistol is a prerequisite for using the Six Powers' ultimate technique, Six King Guns.Back to Nero, after being punched by Franky, he vomited blood and broke teeth, and the carriage roof beneath him was punched through, sending both of them falling down.Right before them were the four CP9 members in the second carriage. Franky directly kicked Nero into the second carriage... While Sanji and Franky were fighting, Usopp—oh no, he should be called Sniper King now—naturally couldn't stay put. His octopus shoes allowed him to climb directly from the side of the carriage to the first carriage. As soon as he poked his head over, he saw Satoru's large face with wide-open eyes, which startled him greatly."My goodness!!""Long-Nose!!?"Robin noticed him. Seeing his hands dangling in the air, she immediately used her Devil Fruit Ability to pull him back.Opening the window, Robin pulled Sniper Kinginside.The two sat facing each other, Sniper King sitting next to Satoru."You scared me to death.""What is Satoru doing?""Sleeping.""?? Sleeping with wide-open eyes?"Robin didn't know how to answer, but indeed, ever since they sat down and Satoru was asked to wear handcuffs, saying goodnight, he had been like this.This state of Satoru could be described as sleeping, or his consciousness wandering, so he could sleep with his eyes open.
Chapter 471: Too Bad We Don't Yield to Threats or Appeasement"What exactly is going on?""Why are you here? How did you get onto this train?"This was Robin's stunned inquiry regarding Usopp's arrival on the sea train. Naturally, she recognized that Sniper King was Usopp; it wasn't like he was Luffy or Chopper.Usopp adjusted his emotions, straightened his back, and spoke seriously."It's a pleasure to meet you. I am Sniper King, and it's a long story.""I'm here to save you.""Long Nose...""It's not just me. Right now, Sanji and a hooligan named Franky are fighting fiercely on the train. I took the opportunity to slip away first.""Also, Luffy and the others are coming on another sea train, and it looks like they brought quite a few people.""I came along the side of the carriage and saw that the four people in the second carriage are truly difficult to deal with.""It would be best if we could seize the opportunity to escape before Sanji engages them.""These are Octopus Shoes. As long as you put them on your hands and feet, you can leave from the side of the carriage."Usopp said.When Robin learned that Luffy and the others had gone to such lengths for her, she was naturally touched, but the more touched she felt, the more afraid she became—afraid that Luffy and the others would lose their lives because of this. Childhood psychological trauma is the hardest to heal."Wait a minute!!""Didn't I make myself perfectly clear to you?!""I won't be returning to your side!"Usopp couldn't bear to hear those words."Don't you understand?""They are not so weak that they need to sacrifice their comrades to survive!!""Do you think they would be happy with freedom bought with the lives of their comrades?""After learning your reason for leaving, they are willing to go through fire and water! Don't you know the person named Luffy?!"Robin clenched her fists. How could she not understand? She just felt that she wasn't worth Luffy and the others doing this."You are the ones who don't understand!!""I absolutely don't want you to save me!! You are being unilaterally...""Sister Robin!! Some words, once spoken, cannot be taken back!!"Satoru's voice suddenly rang out, drowning out Robin's voice."Satoru, you're awake."Usopp was very happy to see Satoru awake; Satoruwas a major safeguard. Apparently, he didn't see Satoru's hands, which were dangling vertically beneath the table and bound by seastone handcuffs."Who are you?"Satoru started acting."Ah? That's right! I'm Sniper King, Usopp's friend. He asked me to come and help.""Usopp, huh..."Satoru lowered his head and spoke, his tone somewhat low.Usopp thought, why does he sound like I'm already dead?"I see. Usopp is thoughtful.""Well, getting back to the point, Sister Robin, you...""Bang bang bang!!"While Satoru was speaking, Goki suddenly knocked on the carriage door."Hey!! Nico Robin, what are you making such a racket about!!"Creak.The door was pushed open, and Goki walked in, wearing a villainous expression. As he approached, he said."What, are you starting to regret it now?""Too bad it's already too late..."Taking a closer look, Goki just felt that Robin was acting strangely.Satoru suppressed a laugh. Of course, it was strange; Usopp was hiding behind her cloak. It would be weirder if it wasn't strange."What, are we not even allowed to talk?"Satoru spoke."Talking that loudly? Are you deaf?"Goki looked at Satoru."What? What did you say?""That you're going to lock us in a cage?"Satoru abruptly stood up."I'm telling you not to go too far!!""I only put on these handcuffs out of respect for your professional attitude, before you even confirmed whether I knew Vice Admiral Garp.""Now you want to lock me in a cage!! You're pushing your luck, aren't you!! Don't blame me if I tell Vice Admiral Garp the whole story!! Is this how people from the World Government handle things!!"Satoru spoke with great emotion and indignation in every sentence, using the mighty figure of Garp to pressure Goki heavily.Goki backed down, "No, no, I was just asking. It's nothing, it's nothing."After saying this, he turned to leave, but suddenly realized, *When did I ever say I was going to lock you in a cage?*He immediately turned back, only to be greeted by Usopp's iron hammer.Clang.Goki lay on the ground, sleeping very peacefully.Goki was knocked out, and Robin showed no reaction. Satoru continued what he wanted to say."Sister Robin, Luffy and the others are chasing us on another sea train. Doesn't that mean I won our bet?"Satoru had bet Robin that even if she betrayed them, Luffy would still chase after her and bring her back.If Satoru won, Robin would have to go back with him. If Satoru lost, he would find a way to escape and leave on his own (though Satoru would never actually abide by the rules, and besides, he trusted Luffy)."Why? Is it worth it?""They might not know, but don't you know, Satoru!!""That's a Buster Call, issued by the World Government. Haven't you witnessed Aokiji's power?""Do you know what the consequences will be if you continue to stay with me?!!"Robin was highly agitated.Satoru nodded, indicating he knew. "Yes, I know. But so what.""Sister Robin, you are being too extreme. Isn't every pirate group targeted by the World Government and the Marines?""Even without you, the Marines would still try to capture us if they encountered us.""So what if we have you?""No, this is different!"Robin replied. Satoru was changing the subject!"How is it different?"Satoru shrugged and asked."You...""Bang!!""Bang!!"Two sounds rang out.At this moment, Sanji had just kicked Wangze into the second carriage, and Franky had just knocked Nero down from the roof of the third carriage, kicking him into the second carriage.Sanji and Franky finished off their opponents less than ten seconds apart.The sounds carried into the first carriage. Robinheard them clearly and knew they were caused by Sanji and that Franky.Robin was conflicted in her mind, but finally gritted her teeth and looked at Satoru and Usopp."Long Nose, you take Satoru and leave.""Help me tell Luffy and the others that I appreciate them coming to save me, but let's stop here. It's not for your sake; I myself am tired. Don't follow me anymore."After speaking, Robin resolutely stood up and walked toward the second carriage."Wha... what!!"Usopp looked at Robin's retreating figure, extremely surprised and confused."If threats don't work, she tries appeasement, Sister Robin.""Too bad we don't yield to threats or appeasement.""Hurry up and chase after her, Usopp's... friend."Satoru reminded him. Usopp snapped out of it and immediately chased after Robin.
Chapter 472: How Can I Miss This?In the second carriage, Sanji and Franky met up here, kicking the enemy towards CP9. That was quite a provocation."These are the people who took Robin away?"Sanji was seeing CP9 for the first time."Be careful, they use strange moves."Franky adjusted his centaur form behind Sanji, pushing his legs back into place, and reminded Sanjito be careful of the Six Powers.Lucci didn't pay attention to Sanji and the others for now; instead, he dealt with Nero right in front of them. What a righteous man."Forget it, I'll give you three seconds. Run away quickly.""What?!"Nero didn't understand, but he wasn't stupid. He could tell Lucci was going to finish him off."3...""Who are you calling?""2...""Wait!!"Seeing Lucci extend his finger, Nero was certain. He was certain Lucci was going to kill him. This was a Finger Pistol!"Stop! Don't mess around!""1!""Soru!"Nero's figure flickered, but Lucci was faster, instantly appearing behind him. He thrust his Finger Pistolinto Nero's back, and blood splattered.Nero's eyes rolled back in pain, but it wasn't over yet."CP9 doesn't need a half-baked guy like you!"Lucci delivered a whip kick, sending Nero flying out of the train."Only a superhuman who has mastered the [Six Powers] can be competent, understand? Kid?"Whether Nero died or not was unknown, but he was probably on his last legs."Kalifa.""Remember to report to the superior later that the newcomer was too weak and useless."Lucci even found an excuse for himself. Satoru, listening from the first carriage with his Observation Haki, increasingly felt that the World Government, in the name of justice, was truly shameless. While there were at least truly righteous individuals in the Marine, like T-Bone, all those Satoru knew in the World Government were nothing but pretentious garbage.Sanji also complained, "Are these guys the so-called justice organization members?"Even the rogue Franky couldn't stand it, "I really don't understand who the bad guys are."Then Lucci looked at Sanji and the others and said some nonsense.It was all about Robin being a child of the devil, someone who could awaken the devil that would destroy the world.Isn't sacrificing her for world peace worth it?He spoke grandly, but they were the ones who wanted to awaken the devil (ancient weapons).Then he provoked Sanji again, saying that Robinherself was a sinner, and only when she died would the world be happy."After squeezing out all her knowledge, experience, and wisdom, let her die in pain. Can you imagine such a scene?"Sanji couldn't listen anymore and instantly kicked out, but it was blocked. "I will never let that happen.""Hey, Robin, wait, wait!""Click!"At this moment, Robin pushed open the door between the first and second carriages.Sanji was delighted at the sight and immediately retracted his leg. "Sister Robin!""That's great, are you alright? They didn't do anything to you, did they?""I'll take care of them right now, then we'll go back together.""You didn't forget about me, did you, Sanji?"Satoru also walked to the door, right behind Robin."You still have the nerve to say that? You didn't protect Sister Robin and even got taken with her," Sanji retorted.Sanji retorted.A '#' symbol popped up in Satoru's head. 'You brat, if you're so capable, go and really defeat all four of them right now.'Usopp, also behind Robin, just wondered why, when he could have sneaked away. He had finally climbed from the outside to the first carriage and finally knocked out Kokoro.As he was talking, Usopp suddenly felt himself floating, looking up. In his vision was Satoru, also floating with him.Usopp and Satoru were thrown towards Sanji by Robin using her Devil Fruit Ability.They flew over, one below, one above, one looking up, one looking down.As their momentum disappeared, Usopp landed on the ground. Satoru, seeing that he was about to crash onto him, immediately stretched out his hands. Although he was handcuffed, his palms could still be flattened.Satoru then pressed his hands onto Usopp's chest and stood on his hands."Are you alright, Usopp?"Satoru asked, but seeing Usopp foaming at the mouth, he seemed to be in trouble."Are you here to perform acrobatics?"Lucci said."Yes, will you pay if you watch?"Satoru flipped down from Usopp and replied, a response that stumped Lucci."Sister Robin, what are you doing?"Sanji asked, puzzled."Just talking won't get through to you, will it...?""I said, this is my own business and has nothing to do with you."Robin spoke decisively.But just as Satoru said, they were impervious to both soft and hard tactics."Hahaha!!"Lucci let out a mocking laugh.Usopp got up from the ground and immediately called Franky, "Franky, quickly detach the third carriage.""What are you going to do?""Escape!""Escape?"Although Franky was puzzled, he still did as Usoppsaid.Kaku reminded Blueno not to let Franky escape.Seeing Franky go to detach the connection between the second and third carriages, Usopp immediately pulled something out of his pocket and threw it to the ground."Sniper King - Smoke Star!"With a 'bang', white smoke filled the second carriage.CP9's vision was obstructed, and they didn't even realize Usopp had taken Robin from their side. This was the consequence of not having Observation Haki."I'm taking Nico Robin first."Usopp tucked Robin under his arm and immediately ran towards the detached third carriage, while it hadn't moved too far away.Sanji and Franky couldn't help but praise, "That's great!"Usopp thought,'Still praising?' Although happy, now was not the time for praise. "Run!"..."Phew, finally escaped."With the help of the smoke, Usopp and the others escaped with Robin into the separated third carriage."You scared me, who knew you'd suddenly use that move?"Franky complained.Sanji agreed."Yeah, who knew you'd use something as unpresentable as smoke?"Smoker:..."The enemy is so strong, winning without fighting is the best...""Wait, are we missing someone?"Usopp blindly noticed a point."Satoru!"The three suddenly realized that Satoru hadn't followed.Meanwhile, Satoru sat in the second carriage, legs crossed, looking completely at ease.Run? He was still handcuffed with seastone handcuffs; running was pointless."Oh my, the famous CP9 just watched their mission target escape right before their eyes, truly... oh my."Satoru didn't say any foul words, but his sarcasm was practically hitting the four in the face.He also knew that Blueno would bring Robin back later.So he just enjoyed a bit of verbal sparring. How could he miss an opportunity to mock the enemy?Indeed, he heard Kalifa say."They can't escape!"