Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me!

Zefa frowned.

His personality changed somewhat after that incident.

Even the marshal of the Warring States period couldn't resist wasting time with people!

Sengoku's voice came through: "Crocodile was killed in Alabasta by the black-haired swordsman."

"Since you're in this area, I have a mission for you..."

Crocodile was killed?

Zephyr's surprised voice interrupted Sengoku's words.

When Crocodile once roamed the New World, he was still a Marine Admiral, so he naturally knew the other party's background...

How could someone who could hold his own against Whitebeard be dead?

"The black-haired swordsman..."

Zephyr narrowed his eyes, then remembered: "Oh, I remember now, you're that newcomer who caused a huge commotion in Roger's hometown and killed that Daritz guy, right?"

The reason he remembered the black-haired swordsman was because...

It's because Daritz joined the Navy in the same batch as him.

He knew Dalitz, but they weren't that close because of their differing ideologies.

But as a fellow veteran in the navy, he was also deeply saddened by the other's death.

Then I also remembered who killed Daritz...

"That's right, he's just a newcomer who has only recently entered the Grand Line, yet he has the strength to kill Crocodile."

"The other party has already shown a huge threat; such a person must be nipped in the bud!"

Sengoku didn't mind being interrupted and explained why he was looking for the other person: "Since you are in the nearby sea, let's go and take a look."

"It would be best to capture them and prevent them from gaining any more power..."

"I'll go and take a look."

When Sengoku brought up the matter, Zefa had already guessed why Sengoku was looking for him and was not surprised.

"Is there anything else?"

"Are you really planning to form that 'pirate guerrilla group'? Don't forget, your body..."

"I know my own body well. It won't break down so easily. Don't underestimate me. In the Warring States period, I can shine brightly anywhere!"

"Forget it, you old guys are all a headache, I can't be bothered with you."

The Warring States period was helpless.

I don't care what these old guys are up to.

As long as you don't do anything that harms the navy, it's fine.

Sengoku continued, "I will consider your proposed 'pirate guerrilla force.' Tell me your plans in detail when you return to headquarters..."

There was no warning to Zephyr about the black-haired swordsman or anything like that.

Sengoku didn't think Zephyr would be defeated by the black-haired swordsman.

Even though Zephyr's strength has begun to decline due to his missing arm and physical condition.

However, within the Navy, Zephyr remains one of the very few at the top.

Perhaps not as powerful as the three admirals Akainu, Aokiji, and Kizaru who are currently at their peak, but they are not comparable to ordinary vice admirals...

Instead of worrying about Zefa, you should think about what to eat for lunch.

This shows Sengoku's recognition and trust in Zephyr's strength!

"A black-haired swordsman?"

Zeffa put the Den Den Mushi back in his pocket and stood at the bow of the ship, looking at the distant sea.

As if he wasn't quite used to the mechanical arm integrated into his right arm, he swung it around, and although it was just a swing of the arm, it created a whooshing sound...

Zefa revealed a cold smile: "Let me see what kind of strength these young people really have."

"And while we're at it, let's avenge Daritz. Pirates and criminals like you deserve Impel Down..."

……

Around noon.

The mooring point at Arubana.

Looking at the slowly approaching three-masted sailing ship, Lockes asked Cobra in surprise, "This ship is going to be given to us?"

"That's right, this is my gift of thanks to you."

Cobra smiled.

He briefly explained the ship's condition: "It's made entirely of the Treasure Tree Adam, and it was my great-great-grandfather's ship..."

"Adam the Treasure Tree?"

Lockes' eyes lit up, and he exclaimed, "Your family is quite wealthy and generous."

He knew about the wood called Adam Tree.

Known for its exceptional toughness, it is a rare and expensive shipbuilding material found at sea.

The ships of Rubber Man Luffy, Roger, Whitebeard, and others were made from Adam Wood.

Cobra actually said he wanted to give it to him?

How generous!

"Haha, the price of the Treasure Tree Adam is indeed quite high now, but the wood used to build this ship was not purchased from outside."

Cobra laughed and said, "It was left behind by our ancestors and didn't cost much in Berries."

"This ship is a gift to you gentlemen. It's just gathering dust here. Only in your hands can it play its proper role."

"Then thank you for your generosity, King Cobra."

Rocks did not refuse.

Not only did the ship suit his taste perfectly, but Cobra was also a kind and righteous man.

Then I'll accept it!

Anyway, Rocks decided to get a new ship in the future.

The ship is quite ordinary now, and its facilities are not very complete.

He planned to wait until he arrived at Water Seven before changing to a better boat.

There's no need to consider that right now.

Lox couldn't help but sigh again, "Good deeds are rewarded..."

Cobra waved his hand: "You're welcome."

……

With the help of soldiers from the Kingdom of Alabasta.

It took Lox and his crew about half an hour to move the items from the old ship to the new one.

Lockes then took his leave.

I don't want to linger here too long, in case anything goes wrong...

Will we have a chance to meet again?

Standing next to Cobra was a little blue-haired girl, none other than Princess Vivi of the Alabasta Kingdom.

She looked up at Rocks with admiration in her eyes: "I want to be like an adult when I grow up, and be someone who punishes evil and promotes good!"

Vivi also admires Lox because of his help to Alabasta.

Being young, they naturally held so-called "heroes" in high esteem...

"Yes, we should have a chance to meet again."

Lox looked at the little girl.

He chuckled and ruffled her hair: "As for learning from me, you don't need to. Although good people are rewarded, I would prefer you to be a powerful queen."

Rocks didn't want Vivi to become a hothead like Rubber Sun God, otherwise the consequences would be dire...

Vivi nodded emphatically: "A powerful queen? I will try my best!"

"Keep going, you can do it!"

When Locke saw that Vivi had no intention of going to sea because of him, he breathed a sigh of relief.

It wouldn't be good if you came here once and "stole" someone else's daughter's heart.

At least Cobra gave him such a generous gift...

After saying their goodbyes, the unnamed ship set sail again, returning along the Santo Doe River...

on board.

Nami glanced around at the brand-new ship and, driven by her greedy nature, asked, "Little Luo, how many Berries do you think this ship is worth?"

Who knows?

Lockes hadn't really thought about that: "Anyway, the value won't be low."

"The Adam Tree is the most precious wood in the world. This ship is made entirely of Adam Trees and is estimated to be worth around 300 million Berries."

Robin, however, knew a bit about it and said with a smile, "If you include the cost of manual construction, well... it's probably around 350 million Berries!"

"Young Master Duo!?"

Nami was shocked by the number.

His eyes instantly transformed into the shape of Pyrie: "This ship is worth 350 million Pyries? That's almost three times the value of a young Lori!"

Rocks's lips twitched: "..."

You're really good at math.