LRAB Chapter 402 Don't forget the Straw Hat Pirates have Xiyan, Jinbe!
Chapter 402 Don't forget the Straw Hat Pirates have Xiyan, Jinbe!
Chapter 402 Don't forget the Straw Hat Pirates have Xiyan, Jinbe!
"Come and have a taste."
The Minister of the Right, smiling broadly, brought several cups of tea to Usopp and his companions, saying, "This is a specialty of Fishman Island, kelp tea."
"It has a regulating effect on the intestines and helps with digestion."
This is one of the better things that Fishman Island can offer.
"ah"
Thank you.
Usopp took the tea, took a sip, and his eyes lit up. "It's delicious!" he exclaimed.
"You're so considerate, Minister of the Right!"
Brooke smiled and said, "Thank you for your consideration, Minister of the Right."
"Yohohohoho"
"Not at all," the Right Minister said with a smile, shaking his head. "Compared to what you've done for Fishman Island, what I've done is nothing."
If it weren't for the Straw Hat Pirates, their Fishman Island would have been completely destroyed.
Therefore... he was very grateful to this group of pirates.
"After drinking it... my stomach feels a bit better~" Little Mei said, rubbing her stomach.
"Is that so? That's good then," the Right Minister said with a smile.
Looking at the adorable little guy, the Right Minister's eyes were filled with kindness.
For some reason, he saw Princess Shirahoshi as a child in this little guy.
They're all...so cute! Then, the Right Minister said, "It seems you all like them quite a bit, so take some with you later."
"Then I'll leave it to you, Minister of the Right."
"It's nothing," the Right Minister said, shaking his head.
It's just some tea leaves anyway, nothing particularly valuable.
"Once Luffy and the others come back, we'll have to say goodbye to Fishman Island, right?" Usopp remarked.
Although they were reluctant to leave, as pirates, they couldn't stay in one place.
So... all I can say is goodbye!
"Huh?"
"Don't say such things, Mr. Long Nose," Shirahoshi cried.
Usopp was dumbfounded when he saw Shirahoshi suddenly burst into tears.
"Don't cry, Princess Shirahoshi..."
"I'm so sorry, so sorry!"
"Also, my name is Usopp..."
Unfortunately, these words had no comforting effect on Shirahoshi.
After all... the Straw Hat Pirates are about to leave.
Thinking of this, she cried even more happily.
Nami felt helpless seeing this, but she didn't know how to comfort the little girl.
The Right Minister looked at his princess with some helplessness, but what could he say?
They strongly demanded that the Straw Hat Pirates stay?
Don't be ridiculous. As pirates, how could they possibly want to stay on Fishman Island forever?
Thinking of this, the Minister of the Right sighed helplessly.
"Shirahoshi-neechan".
Mary, who floated down in front of Shirahoshi, said with a smile, "Don't cry, we'll definitely meet again in the future."
"Really?"
"Really!" Mary nodded, then raised her little hand and said, "We can pinky swear!"
"Let's pinky swear!"
"Um!"
Seeing the two people touching each other's little fingers, Perona was completely silenced.
Although they did touch with their little fingers, Mary's entire body wasn't even as big as Shirahoshi's little finger.
This feeling is so subtle.
"Although the scene is a bit strange, at least Princess Shirahoshi has stopped crying," Usopp said with a sigh of relief.
As expected of Merry, that's the solution!
Thinking of this, Usopp secretly gave Merry a thumbs up.
Then, he turned to Nami and said, "Speaking of which...where's Franky?"
I haven't seen that guy since the banquet ended... Could he still be drinking?
That shouldn't be the case... that guy isn't a heavy drinker.
"He went to learn how to sail," Nami said. "I heard there are some precautions to take when surfacing."
"I see..." Usopp nodded. "Franky is really unpredictable!!"
It seems they won't have any problems going to the New World.
"Right minister."
A merman soldier approached and handed a list to the Right Minister, saying, "This is a list of the treasures stolen from the treasury."
Please take a look.
"Let me see."
The Right Minister, after glancing at the list, frowned and said, "They've really gone all out."
"Treasure chest, treasure chest, and more treasure chests..."
"Hiss...wait a minute!"
"A treasure chest?"
As if realizing something, the Right Minister's eyes widened, and then he let out a terrified scream, "Eh!"
Startled, Usopp's head immediately filled with question marks. He then turned to the Minister of the Right, who was standing there dumbfounded, and asked, "What's wrong with you, Minister of the Right?"
Why are you so easily startled?
"Could it be that there's something important among the lost treasures?" Nami wondered.
The others also looked at the Right Minister with confusion, wondering why this guy would suddenly shout out.
Chopper, as if struck by a sudden realization, widened his eyes and exclaimed, "Could it be that the previous lethal drug was stolen?"
That thing is extremely dangerous!
No, that's not true.
The Right Minister shook his head, then turned and ran inside, saying, "I have business to attend to His Majesty the King, please excuse me."
After saying this, the man left.
Although everyone was puzzled, they did not delve into it further after the Right Minister did not provide a detailed explanation.
"I wonder when Luffy and the others will be back," Chopper said, stroking his chin.
"It should be soon," Nami said.
She felt that it shouldn't be difficult for those four people to find each other.
"Did you get the Log Pose?" Perona asked, glancing at Nami.
"Not yet."
Nami shook her head and said, "I guess we're not ready yet."
However, this matter is not particularly urgent; we just need to get it to them before they set off.
"Let's take this opportunity to study Devil Fruit abilities," Usopp said, standing up. "I feel like I'm a bit stronger than before."
"Me too."
Nami nodded and said, "It seems that fighting is the best way to improve one's abilities."
Let's cheer each other on!
"profound!"
"Jinbei"
Neptune, seated on his throne, looked down at Jinbe and asked, "How have you been?"
"How are the members of the Sun Pirates doing?"
Thinking about it carefully, it's been more than two years since I last saw those people.
"Yeah, they're all doing well," Jinbe chuckled. "They're all incredibly energetic, almost to the point of being rough."
"That's good."
Neptune smiled, then remarked, "I was quite surprised when I heard that your Sun Pirates had joined B1G.M0's crew."
"So, did BIG MOM give you any trouble?"
"No," Jinbe shook his head and said, "Although she can't be called a reasonable person, she has never made things difficult for us."
"Moreover, ... she also gave us a lot of freedom, so we don't need to stay in the world every day."
This is also why he was able to come to Fishman Island to wait for the Straw Hat crew.
"No wonder you're here," Neptune nodded.
Then, his expression became somewhat complicated.
"Jinbe, someone as capable as you must have suffered a lot of injustice by kneeling before someone other than Fisher Tiger."
"It's nothing," Jinbe said with a smile. "I'm not the kind of person who's obsessed with being a leader."
"Besides... joining the ranks of the Four Emperors in the New World will allow me to better protect my comrades."
"yes."
Neptune said, "But I always felt that you were doing this to protect Fishman Island."
After finishing speaking, Neptune paused for a moment, then continued with a complicated expression, "It is precisely because of you that we had the opportunity to borrow B1G·MOM's pirate flag to protect Fishman Island."
"Otherwise, Fishman Island might..."
"Thank you, Jinbe!"
"Don't mention it." Jinbe smiled and shook his head, saying, "It's our job to protect Fishman Island, after all, this is our home too."
"It's just... because we're wanted criminals, we can't be stationed here year-round, so this is the only way we can protect Fishman Island."
Although the method is somewhat circuitous and requires some sacrifices, ... as long as Fishman Island can be protected, none of that matters.
Neptune's expression became even more complicated after hearing Jinbe's words.
Jinbe is really something...
Just as Neptune was about to say something more, Jinbe suddenly clenched his fist and said, "Your Majesty, there is something I need to tell you."
"Please speak."
"This time, I intend to leave BIG MOM's command."
Neptune was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, then burst into laughter and said, "So you're planning to accept Luffy's invitation?!"
"You've heard about this too?"
"Yes."
Neptune smiled and nodded, saying, "Shirahoshi told me about it when she came back."
At this moment, Neptune was not angry at Jinbe's words; on the contrary, he was happy that the other party had made such a decision!
After all... that's what Jinbe wanted most!
"Yes, that's what I did think," Jinbe said with a smile. "But the world of pirates values human relationships and loyalty."
"So... I need to settle things properly with Big Mom first, so that I can join the Straw Hat Pirates as a free person."
After speaking, Jinbe paused for a moment, then his expression gradually became serious. He said, "However... we might anger Big Mom and cause her to take her anger out on Fishman Island."
"At that time... Fishman Island will no longer be able to enjoy the protection of their flag..."
As if he had thought of something, Jinbe sighed deeply.
Seeing Jinbe's deeply furrowed brows, Neptune shook his head helplessly.
"You really do like to take everything on yourself, Jinbe."
"Um?"
Jinbe was taken aback, clearly not expecting His Majesty the King to say such a thing.
"Let things take their natural course, Jinbe," Neptune chuckled. "There will definitely be a way in time."
"You see, just like this time, although we caused quite a ruckus, we also gained tens of thousands of troops from Fishman Street."
No, it isn't.
"So you can rest assured."
After saying that, Neptune paused for a moment, then continued with a smile, "Besides... even if this island really loses the protection of the B1G·MOM flag, we are not entirely without options."
Upon hearing this, Jinbe was momentarily stunned, then, as if he understood something, said, "You mean..."
"Yes, that's right," Neptune said with a smile. "I'll ask the Straw Hat Pirates to lend me their flag."
Upon hearing this, Jinbe immediately laughed, a very happy laugh.
"Hahaha, that's definitely a great idea!" Jinbe said with a big laugh.
"Right?"
Jinbe nodded, then said, "I didn't expect Your Majesty to trust the Straw Hat crew so much."
He wasn't talking about borrowing the flag, since given their relationship with the Straw Hat Pirates, borrowing a flag from them wouldn't be a problem at all.
He was referring to the fact that the Straw Hat Pirates were able to become a great pirate force that could intimidate the seas!
Having understood Jinbe's meaning, Neptune smiled and said, "Of course I believe the Straw Hat crew."
"Don't forget who's in that group."
"You mean...west Yan?"
"Of course."
Neptune nodded matter-of-factly and said, "Besides... Luffy is going to be the Pirate King, so I believe they'll be fine too!"
After reflecting on what he knew about Luffy and Xiyan, Jinbe smiled and said, "That's true."
How could a team like this remain unknown in the new world?
It probably won't be long before they become a powerful force comparable to the Four Emperors...
At that time, their Fishman Island will no longer need B1G·MOM's protection.
Thinking of this, Jinbe laughed even more heartily.
Afterwards, Jinbe left, clearly intending to talk to Luffy and the others some more.
After watching the other person leave, Neptune remarked with emotion, "It must have been tough for you, Jinbe..."
Fishman Island really owes this man so much...
Thinking of this, Neptune sighed silently.
A moment later—
"Your Majesty, something terrible has happened!" The Right Minister rushed in from outside, exclaiming excitedly, "Your Majesty, something terrible has happened!"
"What happened, Minister of the Right?" Neptune asked, looking at the Minister of the Right with a puzzled expression. "Why are you in such a panic?"
Could it be that pirates have invaded?
"I just remembered something incredible."
The Right Minister said, "I heard from Prince Shark Star that if the Straw Hat crew can return all the stolen treasure, you'll give it all to them, right?!"
"Yes, that's true." Neptune nodded, then asked疑惑地问道, "Is there a problem with that?"
It's just some treasure; giving it away is fine.
Is this something that warrants the Right Minister's panic?
"That's where the problem lies..." The Right Minister swallowed hard and said, "Your Majesty, if they can find it, please make sure they return the treasure chest to us."
"What did you say?!"
Neptune immediately objected, saying, "There's no reason to ask for something back after it's been given away!"
"I would never say something like that, even if you killed me!"
Should we send him to get the stuff back from the Straw Hat crew?
Are you kidding me? Doesn't he have any shame?
"But...but the treasure chest will explode as soon as it's opened..." the Right Minister said with a grim expression.
Neptune: ? ? ?
Upon hearing the Right Minister's words, Neptune was immediately filled with questions.
"What do you mean?" Neptune stared dumbfounded at the Right Minister. "What do you mean by 'it will explode as soon as it's opened'?!"
"Did you plant a bomb in the treasure chest?"
"Why would you do that?!"
At this point, Neptune simply couldn't understand why the Right Minister would do such a thing.
"This is because of the incident ten years ago," the Right Minister said. "Back then, the jade treasure chest was opened by someone, and its contents were taken away."
"So... I thought I'd plant some bombs, so that if the thief tries again, it'll teach him a lesson."
Who would have thought.
After hearing the Right Minister's account, Neptune was completely silenced.
Although this matter is rather absurd, upon closer examination, it seems that the Minister of the Right did not do anything wrong.
After all... he was thinking of Ryugu Castle.
Thinking of this, Neptune sighed helplessly.
Then, he rubbed his forehead and said, "I understand. If Luffy and his crew can find the treasure chest, I'll explain the situation to them in detail, and that will solve the problem."
I'm so sorry...
"It's not your fault," Neptune said, shaking his head. "Who could have imagined things would turn out this way? But... Neptune feels there shouldn't be any real problem. After all, Luffy and his crew are very reasonable people, so we just need to explain the situation to them."
The Right Minister sighed helplessly and said, "Now I just hope Luffy and his crew don't open the treasure chest halfway through their journey."
Otherwise, he would truly become a sinner.
Upon hearing the Right Minister's words, a look of worry appeared on Neptune's face.
I don't think so...
Just then, a fish-man soldier walked in and said, "Your Majesty, Minister of the Right, we have just received news that Luffy and his crew have returned to Ryugu Castle."
"Are they all safe and sound?"
"Yes!"
Although it's unclear why the Right Minister would ask such a question, the other party was indeed unharmed.
"That's good..." The Right Minister breathed a sigh of relief and said, "It seems I was overthinking it."
It's good that you're alright, it's good that you're alright.
"All we need to do now is explain the situation to them," Neptune chuckled. "Let's go, Minister of the Right, let's go find Luffy and the others!"
"profound!"
Then, the two old men walked out with smiles on their faces and soon returned to the exit of the Dragon Palace City.
It was at this moment that west Yan and the other three returned here on a long flounder.
"Oh, everyone's here!" Luffy said with a smile, waving his arms. "You've all eaten and drunk your fill, haven't you?"
"Ah, I'm full and satisfied..."
Neptune nodded subconsciously, then asked疑惑地问道, "Luffy, didn't you find the thief? Why didn't you see the treasure?"
Nami and the others looked at Xi Yan and his companions with confusion, wondering if they hadn't found the person or had put the item inside the scroll.
"Found it!" Luffy said. "There are three big bags of treasure!"
As he spoke, Luffy made an exaggerated gesture, which made Nami's eyes light up.
How much is that?!
"Then why didn't we see any treasure?" Neptune asked, puzzled. "Did you send it on the ship?"
"No, that's not it." Luffy shook his head and said, "I gave all that treasure to Big Mom."
"Huh?"
"Eh!!!"
"All the treasure went to B1G·MOM???"
Everyone present was stunned by Luffy's words.
Neptune and the Right Minister, in particular, were terrified and turned green with fear.
That kind of treasure carrying bombs was given to BG·MOM... ...Is this a joke?!
"Ah, I gave it to her."
Nami: !!!
"Why give it to her?!" Nami roared, opening her shark-like mouth.
That's her money, it's hers!
Why did BIG MOM steal it?!
"Because they said they'd destroy Fishman Island if they didn't get any sweets!" Luffy said, annoyed. "They're just crazy, aren't they!"
"I can understand wanting meat, but what's with wanting dessert?!"
"But don't worry, I've already provoked them, so they won't come to destroy Fishman Island!!"
The air fell silent the moment those words were spoken.
Then, Usopp, Chopper, Brook, and Merry looked at Luffy with horror and said, "Are you challenging one of the Four Emperors?!"
"Yes!"
Four people:
Why do I suddenly feel like my future is bleak?
"They actually provoked Big Mom."
Jinbe stared at Luffy in shock. Was this guy being a little too bold?
"Wow, Luffy-sama is amazing~" Shirahoshi laughed, "He actually dared to provoke B1G.MOM."
"That's not the problem!" Usopp roared, opening his shark-like mouth.
Hearing Usopp's roar, Shirahoshi was so frightened that she burst into tears.
"Long-nosed adults are scary..."
"I've already told you I'm Usopp!"
"And...I'm sorry..."
"This is troublesome." Jinbe said, rubbing his temples. "It seems we should leave B1G·MOM's ranks as soon as possible before things get any more complicated."
Otherwise, Big Mom might have ordered him to attack the Straw Hat crew.
Thinking about this, Jinbe felt a terrible headache coming on.
After rubbing his temples, Jinbe looked at Luffy and said, "In short, you guys shouldn't do anything to provoke Big Mom anymore."
"Who would dare do something like that?" Usopp said, somewhat exasperated. "Offending a Yonko can easily lead to our entire crew being wiped out!"
Those are the Four Emperors!
Once they're targeted by that kind of being... they could all be killed!
Thinking about this, Usopp felt a little numb.
"The Four Emperors..." Perona said, frowning. "This seems a bit troublesome."
Usopp: ? ? ?
Is it just a little troublesome?
Is that correct?
"Hey, Minister of the Right," Neptune whispered, leaning closer to the Minister of the Right, "Isn't this just making things worse!"
"I never expected things to develop to this point..." the Right Minister said with a grim expression.
Who would have thought that Luffy and his crew would give all the treasure to the B1G.MOM Pirates for Fishman Island...?
Now, it's impossible for them to get the jade treasure chest back.
Thinking about this, the two old men suddenly felt a headache coming on.
"Anyway... there's nothing we can do about it," Sanji said. "After all, they've already said those things."
Zoro shrugged upon hearing this, which was a gesture of agreement with Sanji.
Nami paused for a moment after hearing this, then turned to look at Xi Yan with an expression that seemed to say: Aren't you going to say something?
Seeing this, Xi Yan spoke up, "If Luffy doesn't do that, the Big Mom Pirates will come and destroy Fishman Island. This is no joke!"
"So... I also support Luffy."
After saying that, west Yan nodded very firmly, as if he were agreeing with what he had said.
"Ah, I see."
Nami walked up to the four members of Xiyan with a smile and said, "It seems that all four of you share this idea."
"Of course, I..."
Before Luffy could finish speaking, he realized that it had suddenly gotten dark.
"Um?"
"Why is it dark?"
The next moment.
"boom!!!"
"bump!"
"bump!"
"bump!"
"bump!"
A thunderous roar resounded, followed by four muffled thuds.
Then, Nami opened her shark-like mouth and roared at the four people lying on the ground, "Why did you give them all the treasure, you four bastards?!"
Although there was a reason for it, she was still very angry!
Thinking of this, Nami angrily shouted, "Believe it or not, I'll beat you up, you bastards!"
"But you already hit him!"
Usopp stared blankly at Nami, wondering if it was a bit inappropriate to say something like that at this time.
"How scary, Nami!"
Chopper and Merry hugged each other, staring at Nami with terrified eyes, as if they were looking at a demon.
Jinbe: —
Seeing the four men knocked to the ground, Jinbe was immediately rendered speechless.
So, his initial feeling was correct, right?
The Straw Hat Pirates... seem to be afraid of Nami!
"Anyway..." Luffy, shakily getting to his feet, raised his hand and said, "Brothers... let's set off for the New World..."
Upon hearing this, the three people lying on the ground tremblingly raised their hands and said, "Oh... let's go..."
"I feel like the future is completely bleak!"
Usopp was completely dumbfounded by the performance of those four people.
"Who would have thought that it would be humans who ultimately saved Fishman Island?"
Mrs. Shirley looked out the window with a face full of emotion.
Who could have imagined things would develop this way?
Mrs. Shirley
Camie walked in, smiling at Madam Shirley, and said, "Luffy and the others said they're leaving Fishman Island, so... may I go see them off?"
"You're leaving so soon?"
Mrs. Shirley's eyes flickered for a moment, then she nodded and said, "Alright, then go see them off."
"After all, we part ways today... and who knows when we'll meet again."
Hearing Mrs. Shirley's words, a hint of sadness appeared in Kemi's eyes.
Yes, after everyone left, who knows when they would return to Fishman Island.
"Alright, don't overthink it," Mrs. Shirley said with a smile. "We'll meet again sooner or later."
"Um!!"
Kemi nodded vigorously, suppressing any unnecessary thoughts in her mind.
Just as Mrs. Shirley said, they would meet again sooner or later.
"Then, Mrs. Shirley," the mermaid girls who had been hiding outside the door said as they pushed the door open, "Can we come along too?!"
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"You all want to go?" Mrs. Shirley said. "Then let's close the shop for a while and give you a day off."
After saying that, Mrs. Shirley paused for a moment, then continued, "However... the customer flow that was interrupted by Hody will recover soon, so... you'll be very busy from now on~"
"Don't worry, Mrs. Shirley!"
"We'll make the atmosphere in the coffee shop even better!"
"That's right!"
"Ha ha ha ha"
Seeing the girls' smiling faces, Mrs. Shirley smiled along with them, then gestured for them to go, saying she would close the shop herself in a moment.
After watching the other person leave, Mrs. Shirley picked up her pipe, took a puff, and her expression became somewhat melancholy.
"Mrs. Shirley..."
"Um?"
Mrs. Shirley paused for a moment upon hearing Cammy's voice, then turned to look at Cammy and said, "Why aren't you going yet?"
"I'll go right away, but your crystal ball..."
Looking at the shattered crystal ball, Kemi's expression became complicated. Did this mean that Mrs. Shirley would no longer be able to perform divination?
"The crystal ball..." Mrs. Shirley glanced at the broken crystal ball, then smiled and shook her head, saying, "It's alright, that was the last time anyway, and I don't plan to continue divination in the future."
"I don't want to see that kind of terrible future again, like Straw Hat Boy destroying Fishman Island."
After speaking, Mrs. Shirley paused for a moment, then turned to look out the window and said, "It would be best if this divination was inaccurate."
Cammy, who had taken in Mrs. Shirley's reaction, sighed inwardly.
It's precisely because there have been no deviations that I'm so afraid...
Although Luffy did not destroy Fishman Island this time, Madam Shirley's prophecy does not necessarily have to come true immediately!
Maybe a year from now, maybe longer.
It is precisely because there is no evidence to prove that this prophecy is flawed that Mrs. Shirley...
After a moment of silence, Cammy said, "Madam Shirley, no matter what, Luffy would never do such a thing as kissing them..."
Mrs. Shirley paused for a moment after hearing this, then smiled and nodded, saying, "You're right."
"I'm sorry, Kemi, I actually doubted your friend..."
"I understand, I'll trust them."
"I believe they won't be the culprits who destroyed Fishman Island!"
Cammy smiled and nodded as she listened to Mrs. Shirley's words. It was good that she believed in the Straw Hat crew.
Then, Cammy turned around and said, "Then, Mrs. Shirley, I'll go find Luffy and the others first."
"Wait a minute, Kemi..."
"Um?"
Startled by being called, Kemi turned back to Mrs. Shirley with a puzzled look and asked, "What is it, Mrs. Shirley?"
Does the other person also want to go with her?
Seeing Kemi looking at her with a questioning gaze, Madam Shirley paused for a moment, then put down her pipe and said seriously, "Kemi, that young man in sunglasses... he's Xiyan, right?"
"Huh?!"
Cammy was stunned when she saw Mrs. Shirley ask the question.
Why...why would you ask that question?
Has Madam Xia Li already discovered west Yan's true identity?
Or was she just curious?
Mrs. Shirley, having taken in Kemi's idiotic expression, shook her head helplessly and then said, "It's nothing."
I was just asking casually.
"Go, go find your friends, Kemi."
"profound!"
Although she didn't know why Mrs. Shirley had asked that question, since the other party wasn't pressing her for an answer, she didn't need to dwell on it anymore.
Thinking this, Kemi breathed a sigh of relief, then turned and swam away, saying, "Then I'll set off."
Mrs. Shirley!
"be safe"
"Okay."
"This girl..."
After watching the other person leave, Mrs. Shirley's smile faded, and she said with a complicated expression, "What an idiot."
The answer to the question is written all over their faces.
After shaking her head, Mrs. Shirley turned to look at a wanted poster on the table.
"So you're still alive... That's wonderful!"
"Thank you."
"The hero of Fishman Island, Ōtsutsuki Saien!"
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