Simulation: Starting from Under One Person

Of course, he did not resign from his job at Baroque Works, but continued to receive his salary from the Baroque Works, and would also send a copy of his research results to the Baroque Works.

As for Usopp, he felt the plot was somewhat familiar and was searching for the source of that familiarity.

Alabasta Saga Plot Summary: A wealthy young lady discovers that a bad guy is eyeing her family's property. After some effort, she finds out the bad guy's identity and summons a group of people to drive him away.

East Blue Usopp Arc Synopsis: The lying boy discovers that bad guys are eyeing his childhood friend's family property. After some effort, he finds out who the bad guys are and gets a group of people to drive them away.

The plots have minor differences, but the main storyline is the same.

"Oh, so Baroque Works is a good company after all!"

The single-minded Luffy understood it superficially, then suddenly realized and clapped his hands.

"Don't talk nonsense if you don't understand." Nami pushed Luffy aside and looked at Vivi, asking, "What are you going to do?"

"I plan to return to the palace and meet the owner of Baroque Works as a princess."

Vivi's expression was resolute; she had decided to expose the truth and talk to Crocodile.

As for what would happen if the secret were exposed, Vivi had already imagined many possibilities...

"Vivi, don't go alone." Nami looked worried.

"I..." Before Vivi could finish speaking, Icarum suddenly interrupted, "Vivi... well, Princess Vivi, we can bring the navy with us. A navy unit just landed at Rapeseed Flower Port a few days ago..."

"I heard that the naval officer leading the team is a colonel, and also a Logia-type Devil Fruit user."

"Colonel?" "A Logia-type Devil Fruit user?"

Aside from Chopper, Luffy and the others all tilted their heads, the same person appearing in their minds: Smoker, the user of the Smoke-Smoke Fruit.

Luffy and his crew hadn't encountered many Devil Fruit users since they first set sail. When talking about Logia-type Devil Fruit users and Marine captains, the group naturally thought of Smoker.

They still vividly remember the escape from Loguetown, after all, they almost didn't make it.

"Okay!" Weiwei thought for a moment and then nodded in agreement.

Having a naval captain traveling with her did make her feel a little more at ease, especially since the other party was a Logia-type Devil Fruit user, just like Crocodile.

"In that case, the follow-up plan has been finalized..."

Nami clapped her hands, drawing everyone's attention, and explained, "Vivi went to see Crocodile through official channels, while we secretly lurked near Rain Party to gather intelligence and see if we could uncover Crocodile's hidden secrets."

"Okay!" The rest of the Straw Hat Pirates echoed.

Only Chopper's expression remained strange as he went to his boss's company to investigate his criminal evidence. I felt like he was courting death.

Can……

Chopper glanced at Luffy and the others, noticing their enthusiastic expressions; they didn't seem like they could be easily dissuaded.

Thinking this, Chopper reached for the first-aid kit on his back: I should tell Mr. 1 first!

To address communication issues, Chopper always carries a Den Den Mushi with him, and his contact persons are Mr. 1 and Miss. Doublefinger.

However... the original liaison was Mr. 2, but he was relieved of his post after he watched Chopper being taken away by the Straw Hat crew.

After making their decision, Luffy and his crew split into two teams and proceeded according to plan...

About half a day later...

In a room on the second floor of the Rain Banquet Hall.

Robin reported the intelligence submitted by Mr. 1, while Fang Rui listened quietly to Robin's narration without taking his eyes off the pages of the book.

After she finished speaking, Fang Rui slowly said, "Don't worry about it."

He was very interested in how the story would unfold, so how could he possibly stop the Straw Hat crew from exploring the Rain Banquet?

Where is Crocodile?

Later, Fang Rui asked where the other lead actor was; without one lead actor, the scene couldn't proceed...

"Two days ago, Mr. Crocodile was taken away by Mr. Kaido."

Robin's expression was a little strange: "Mr. Kaido said he wants to train Crocodile, saying he's too weak."

"emmm..."

Fang Rui fell silent. With Kai-sensei's personal instruction, Crocodile wouldn't be crippled, would he?

It should be... probably... maybe... probably not!

Crocodile, a pirate who once fought Whitebeard, even though his strength has weakened considerably, shouldn't be so weak that he couldn't withstand a single blow from Kaido...

And... Kaido will probably show mercy... right?

Thinking this way, Fang Rui, lacking confidence, took out a Den Den Mushi to contact Kaido.

"Tun tun tun tun... What's up?"

The Den Den Mushi's appearance changed accordingly, mimicking Kaido's current expression, performing what it meant to drink heavily, and its rough voice became somewhat indistinct due to the influence of the alcohol.

"Is Crocodile still alive?" Fang Rui asked bluntly.

"Alive," Kaido replied succinctly.

Has your strength improved?

"I'd say so! To be precise, it's about restoring my original strength..."

Kaido's tone was somewhat disdainful: "Back then, his strength was definitely in the third tier, if not the top tier on the seas. But now, he might not even be in the third tier..."

Some Devil Fruit users are very strong even without mastering Haki, if they develop their Devil Fruit abilities well, such as the Float-Float Fruit...

For example, even if Shiki doesn't use Haki and just floats in the air, constantly crashing down on islands and creating tsunamis... his power, like a natural disaster, still allows him to remain firmly in the second tier, or even challenge the first tier.

"I'm gradually regaining my original power. To achieve further improvement, I need to return to my peak condition..."

"Is this so..."

Fang Rui nodded slightly in understanding and said, "Interested in coming back to see a play?"

"Regarding the scene where Crocodile fights against rookie pirates..."

“Of course there is…” Kaido grinned.

Since Fang Rui brought this up himself, it must be something very interesting.

"Okay, then give Crocodile a day off today. Bring him back quickly."

As he said this, Fang Rui hung up the phone and looked up to see Robin's somewhat strange gaze.

"What's wrong?" Fang Rui asked.

"Do you think Mr. Crocodile will be defeated by a rookie pirate who has just set sail?" Robin asked.

"It's possible."

Fang Rui said, "If Crocodile underestimates his opponent, there is a certain possibility that he could be defeated by Monkey D. Luffy."

Upon hearing Straw Hat Luffy's full name and Fang Rui's deliberately emphasized tone, Robin suddenly realized: "Could he be related to the Marine hero Monkey D. Garp?"

"He is Garp's grandson."

A hint of surprise appeared on Robin's face: "It's astonishing that the grandson of a naval hero has become a pirate."

"Your expression doesn't match what you said."

“Is that so…” Robin touched his smooth, delicate cheek. “I’m quite surprised.”

"Regarding this matter... don't tell Crocodile. Just tell him that a rookie pirate destroyed a bounty hunter's base and provoked him."

Upon hearing Fang Rui's words, Robin had no objection and smiled, "Okay, I will follow your instructions."

"Remember to arrange for someone to record and live stream the entire process."

"...This is a tricky matter. Mr. Crocodile is very shrewd. If someone is secretly watching him, it will definitely be discovered. A straightforward recording will be rejected..."

"Let Mr. 4 and his partner handle this."

“Okay.” Robin nodded slightly, indicating that he understood.

After saying that, Robin turned and left the room to make arrangements for the matter.

Because Kaido had a lot of free time, he gathered all the Baroque Works employees with some skill for special training, alongside Crocodile...

Therefore, Mr. 4 and his partner were able to get to their positions quickly.

"...What should I do before the play starts? I've already read all the theoretical knowledge, so why not try creating some Devil Fruits?"

"Speaking of which, Fire Fist Ace should be in Alabasta too. Let's go see him!"

"Having an extra sample is also helpful for my research."

With that, Fang Rui disappeared from the room.

At this moment, Fire Fist Ace is having dinner at a restaurant, Smoker has been summoned to the palace, and Luffy is heading to the Rain Land.

Without external interference, this meal... Fire Fist Ace would probably take a long time to finish...

Chapter 242 Watching the show

In the port city of "Rapeseed Flower," there is an ordinary restaurant that is famous for its cheap prices, generous portions, and decent taste.

Therefore, the restaurant is doing very well and is busy every day. Correspondingly, the restaurant is lively for most of the day.

But today was different. It was close to noon, which should have been one of the busiest times for the restaurant, but it was quite quiet.

A group of diners stared in disbelief as the young man suddenly collapsed, burying his face in his seafood fried rice. Their eyes darted back and forth between the young man, the seafood fried rice, and their own food, a hint of fear gradually appearing in their eyes, and panic quickly building up...

Just then, Fang Rui walked into the restaurant, his gaze sweeping around for a moment before locking onto a young man with a Whitebeard Pirates logo painted on his back.

He had black hair, a tattoo of "ASCE" on his left arm with the "S" crossed out, an orange cowboy hat on the dining table, black shorts, and a dagger at his waist.

Consistent with the image in my memory, it should be Portgas D. Ace.

As the second division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, wouldn't it be reasonable for him not to master both Armament and Observation Haki?

I will arrange for top teachers from the high seas to teach you domineering skills as payment for your cooperation in the experiment.

As he said this, Fang Rui raised his hand and flipped it over, revealing a gold ingot in his palm. He then placed it on the dining table, placed his other hand on Ace's shoulder, and said to the restaurant owner, "The meal has been paid, and I'll take him with me now."

As they spoke, Fang Rui and Ace vanished from their spot in an instant, startling the other customers in the store who all leaned back in embarrassment!

Meanwhile, in a room on the second floor of the Rain Banquet, Fang Rui and Portgas D. Ace suddenly appeared. Fang Rui stood steadily on the floor, while Ace fell forward due to his posture...