Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue

Having already paid the Heavenly Gold and been protected by the World Government, the member state was almost overthrown by the Seven Warlords of the Sea, who were recognized by the World Government. In the end, it was saved by pirates wanted by the World Government.

This is a complete slap in the face to the World Government and the Navy!

"I remember Smoker was already sent down to the East Blue. I didn't expect that after the failure of the East Blue Pirate Festival, the Moke Pirates actually managed to evade Smoker's blockade and reach the Grand Line." Sengoku sighed, "I really underestimated that guy!"

As they were talking, the sound of crunching snacks could be heard.

Sengoku couldn't help but turn his head to look at Garp, who was still eating, and said, "If I hadn't known you were this outrageous, I would have suspected that you were working with pirates."

Then, seeing that Garp completely ignored his words and opened another bag of snacks, Garp's eyelids twitched, and he slammed his hand on the table. "And those are my snacks, don't you dare eat them all!"

"Hahaha~" Upon hearing Sengoku's words, Garp paused for a moment, then chuckled and said, "It's just a little snack, Sengoku, don't be so stingy~"

"Me, stingy? You shut up after you finish this bag!" Sengoku yelled at Garp with a dark face, then looked at Kuzan, sighed, and said, "Well, it's come to this, so we can only leave it at that."

"Is that all?" Kuzan was somewhat surprised to hear that the incident had been resolved so quickly, and asked curiously, "Then how does the World Government plan to handle this?"

"Sending Crocodile to Impel Down will allow the World Government to minimize the impact of this incident. There's no other way," Sengoku said with a wry smile, shaking his head. "It's ridiculous that pirates saved a member state of the World Government. If the Marines hadn't been nearby, otherwise..."

His expression darkened slightly.

"The World Government is prepared to attribute the credit for this incident directly to any random naval officer!"

As soon as these words fell.

"..."

Kuzan also frowned.

He knew exactly why the Warring States Marshal's face was so dark.

After all, attributing the credit of pirates to any single marine is a disgrace to the Marines, who bear the burden of justice.

Strictly speaking, the mastermind behind this incident was indeed a Marine, but the World Government was unaware of this.

Kuzan stretched comfortably and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll go and rest. This mission was really exhausting."

"..."

Is this guy trying to slack off as soon as he gets back?

He used to be a hardworking and enthusiastic navy officer, so how did he end up like this?

Thinking of the three generals now, Marshal Sengoku's face showed a hint of helplessness, but seeing Kuzan standing up and about to walk outside, he quickly said, "Wait a minute, there's one more thing!"

"???"

"Don't worry, it's not work-related, just a small matter." Seeing Kuzan's puzzled expression, Sengoku opened a drawer and took out a stack of familiar items, saying, "The finance department just sent these over, saying that some of the expense reports you submitted for reimbursement this time are incorrect, and they asked me to ask you about it."

As he spoke, he handed it directly to Kuzan.

"I've also looked at it carefully. The part that's not right is the most recent bill, which is from that Red Romantic Private Club. They actually spent over a million in just one week. What exactly is this Red Romantic place?"

As soon as these words fell.

Kuzan: ...

He stared silently at the bill handed to him, before he could even say anything.

"Red Romance, ah~, that's a great place!" Garp, who was eating snacks nearby, said cheerfully. "You actually asked for an invoice?" He slapped his thigh, as if he had missed out on a fortune. "How could I have forgotten about that?"

"You've been there too?" Sengoku looked at Garp curiously when he heard him suddenly speak, and asked, "What kind of place is this? Why is it so expensive?"

Kuzan: "The Tavern!"

Karp: "The tavern!"

"???"

Sengoku looked at the two men who both mentioned the tavern with a puzzled expression, but since both of them said so, he believed them in his heart.

just.

He frowned again. "A tavern? What kind of tavern is so expensive? Is the wine so delicious that it lets you stay here for so long?"

"Yes, the wine inside is delicious!" Seeing that Vice Admiral Garp was about to speak, Kuzan quickly nodded seriously and said, "So, it's also very expensive! Of course, there aren't many hotels or inns nearby, which is why I stayed inside a little longer. Vice Admiral Garp probably went before me! If you don't believe me, you can ask Vice Admiral Garp~"

"It's really good." Garp nodded cheerfully, munching on snacks and winking as he said, "If you have time, I'll take you there~"

"You'll be free? I guess I'll only be free after I retire from here!" Sengoku sighed upon hearing Garp's words, and said irritably, "Besides, you probably want me to pay the bill!"

"Hahaha, I'll treat you then! Really, I'm not kidding! I have VIP access!"

"Put my snacks down first! You bastard, you've almost finished them all!" Sengoku glared at Garp, who had just opened another bag and shamelessly claimed it was his treat, and roared, "Meeting over! Now you two get out of here! You, not only are you eating, but you're even trying to pack some up? Put them down!"

only.

Before he could finish speaking, Garp had already grabbed a huge pile of snacks, opened the door, and run off. As for Kuzan... he stuffed the reimbursement bill back in before lazily leaving, even closing the door behind him.

Sengoku was speechless with exasperation. In the end, he could only mutter under his breath, "You damned bastard!"

As he spoke, he looked down at the expense report on the table, frowned, and muttered to himself, "Red Romance... is the wine here really that delicious?"

He then sighed deeply, put the bill away, and said through gritted teeth, "If I ever have time to go, that bastard has to treat me. Damn it, I'm going to exceed my snack budget again this month!"

But after letting out a long sigh, he shook his head, clearing his mind of the random thoughts. Looking at the bounty on the table and the appointment letter as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea beside it, he said with a melancholy tone, "The Moke Pirates..."

Where did that group of pirates go?

……

And at this time.

Somewhere in the Grand Line.

Moke's loud voice rang out, "Boss, we're at Drum Kingdom up ahead. Should we go straight to shore?"

Chapter 56 Method

On the way back, they didn't let the giant bear directly send them back. Instead, they planned to send the giant bear and the ship together when they were blocking the intersection of the Grand Line and the East China Sea.

So, since we happened to be passing by the Drum Kingdom, we decided to bring Bonnie along for a look.

Although Crocus is a highly skilled doctor on the high seas and has carefully examined Bonnie's condition, there is no other solution for the time being. But perhaps Dr. Kureha has other treatment options?

Anyway, it doesn't take much effort, and I happen to have other things to do here this time.

"Hehehe~, what a healthy and lively little girl!" Dr. Kureha, dressed in a purple jacket, leather pants, a cherry blossom T-shirt underneath, and sunglasses on her forehead, let out her unique laugh, then picked up the shochu she usually drank like water and took a big gulp.

Looking at the jewel-like crystals under Bonnie's eyes, he flashed a bright smile, revealing his pearly white teeth, and said, "Jadescale Disease? I never expected to see such a disease. You've really given me a tricky problem!"

"Is there any way?"

As Xia Che finished speaking.

Suddenly.

Everyone looked at Dr. Kureha with anticipation, especially Big Bear... His hands were clenched tightly, his eyes filled with expectation and nervousness as he stared intently at Dr. Kureha.

Even though a doctor as skilled as Crocus couldn't cure Bonnie, he still held onto hope and expectation in his heart!

however.

"You should have already shown it to that guy Crocus, right?" Despite the crowd's gaze, Dr. Kureha maintained her smile and said, "What did that kid say?"

“An incurable disease.” Xia Che sighed helplessly. “Krocas said there might be a cure, but he can’t do it right now.”

"An incurable disease? I knew it." Dr. Kureha took another big gulp of wine and said with a sigh, "Looks like I won't be able to make any money off you this time, what a pity."

As soon as these words fell.

Everyone immediately understood what Dr. Kureha meant, and the bear, who had been full of hope again, lowered his head in disappointment.

Still not working?

Seemingly sensing her father's disappointment, Bonnie, lying on the boat, reached out and tightly grasped Big Bear's warm hand. Her eyes crinkled into a smile, and she comforted him, saying, "It's okay, I'll be alright, don't worry, Daddy~"

"Bonnie!" Her sensible appearance brought tears to Big Bear's eyes again, but he still managed a happy smile. "That's right, everything will be alright."

"Bonnie is such a good girl, she'll definitely be fine."

"That's right, senior brother will definitely have a way."

Let's work together to figure out a solution!

"Hahaha, Bonnie, little girl, your brother Moke will also help you find a really amazing doctor!"

"...Thank you, Uncle Moke!"

The others comforted Bonnie with smiles, and even Bonnie made a funny face at the burly Mok, making everyone laugh and causing Big Bear to smile involuntarily.

As for Xia Che...

Upon hearing Dr. Kureha's words, she sighed somewhat helplessly.

That's true. Perhaps, as Vegapunk said, this disease can only be treated with stem cell transplantation. It's not surprising that ordinary doctors can't cure it.

And Dr. Kureha...

There are only two possibilities when a patient disappears from one's sight: either the disease has been cured or the patient has died, indicating that the patient also has a disease that one cannot cure.

After a moment's thought, she looked at Dr. Kureha and asked, "Do you have any way to slow down the deterioration of the Jade Scales?"

"Relieve it? That's no problem." Dr. Kureha smiled and nodded, then looked down at Bonnie and said, "It's clear that this little girl has been very well taken care of by her father; after all these years, the Jade Scales have only spread to this little bit."

The words fell.

"Of course! Dad loves me very much!"

"I...I...I..." Hearing Dr. Kureha and Bonnie's proud words, the previously dejected bear's face lit up with excitement again. Looking at Dr. Kureha, as a father, he quickly bowed and said, "Thank you so much, thank you for your trouble!"

only.

"Don't get too excited yet. My treatment fees are very high." Dr. Kureha refused Da Xiong's gratitude without hesitation. Then, looking at Da Xiong, she showed no mercy just because he was the patient's father. She continued drinking, but this time her tone was serious. "Also, you'd better be prepared. I don't know if we'll find a cure in the end. Once this little girl..."

The words are not finished yet.

Just as everyone had understood what she meant and was bowing their heads in sorrow, even Big Bear was clenching his fists and opening his mouth to refute her.

“As long as it alleviates the symptoms, that’s fine.” Xia Che interrupted directly, his tone firm, “Don’t worry, Bonnie will definitely be alright.”

"Judging from your expression, it seems you already have a solution?" Dr. Kureha wasn't angry at Xia Che's interruption; instead, she looked at him curiously. "What is it? If that's the case, why not just treat this little girl directly?"

At this time.

Big Bear and the others all turned to look at Xia Che, especially Big Bear... whose disappointed eyes were now filled with expectation again.