Grand Line Tegushi

"The right power?" Blackbeard frowned, "Is there any difference? No matter what power, as long as it allows me to control the world, it is the most correct.

"You're wrong." The red-haired said, "Controlling the world is not an end, but a means. Only you strong people will regard power as everything. However, we believe that real power should be to protect the weak, To create a better world."

"Hey, that sounds like a big deal." Blackbeard sneered, "But you so-called righteous pirates are just useless trash."

"We are not trash." Carl said, "We just believe that even a trivial force ~ can change the world."

"Hahaha, you guys are so ridiculous." Blackbeard laughed again, "But, I admit, you are indeed very brave people."

"You admit it?" The redhead looked at Blackbeard in surprise.

"Yes." Blackbeard nodded, "I'm not a person without a conscience. I know that everything I do is for myself. However, your actions made me re-examine myself."

"So, what are you going to do?" Carl asked.

"I'm going to give up my ambition," Blackbeard said, "I'm no longer chasing power, but I want to serve the people and make some contribution to the world.

"This..." Both the redhead and Carl couldn't believe it.

"I know that what I have done is irreparable." Blackbeard sighed, "But, I hope, at least a little bit of my mistakes can be made up for.

"So, how are you going to make it up?" Carl asked.

"I haven't figured it out yet," Blackbeard said, "but I'll try to do it."

"Okay." Redhead nodded, "We believe that as long as you work hard, you will be able to make some changes."

Carl and the redhead looked at Blackbeard with some doubts in their hearts. They don't know if Blackbeard really gave up his ambitions, or if he's just lying.

"I hope you can seriously consider what you really want to do." Carl said, "If you really want to serve the people then you need to take practical actions

...asking for flowers...

"I know." Blackbeard nodded, "I'll do my best."

"Okay." The redhead said, "We believe in you, but we also hope that you can prove your sincerity.

"I will," Blackbeard said.

Carl and the redhead left Blackbeard's place and returned to their boat. They all feel a little tired, but also full of hope.

"Do you think Blackbeard will really give up his ambitions?" the redhead asked.

"I don't know," Carl said, "but I believe our actions have made him reflect on what he did."

"Hopefully he can make a real difference," the redhead said.

Blackbeard's attitude made Carl and the redhead a little uneasy. They weren't sure if Blackbeard had really given up on his ambitions, or if Song was just talking empty words to get away with it.

A few days later, when they met Blackbeard again, Blackbeard's attitude seemed to be a little different. His expression became more complicated, making Carl and the redhead a little confused.

"Blackbeard," Carl said, "how have you been lately?".