Pirate: I have a Hollow living inside me

Therefore, the scabbard was essential for Rocks.

Using these three precious stones to make a scabbard can also suppress the dissipation of the Seven Star Sword's aura.

Although the Seven Star Sword had been subdued by Rocks and its eerie aura had been somewhat contained, it was still not completely contained.

It will more or less affect other people.

Nami and Illumi, these two underage girls, do not have the same strong will as the others.

Don't let your mind be subtly influenced, leading to a change in your personality.

This is not a good thing.

Kuina was astonished by Rocks's wild idea: "Make it into a scabbard? Is that even possible?"

Locke wasn't sure either; he wasn't a swordsmith and didn't know anything about forging techniques: "I don't know, I'll ask a swordsmith later."

"Heh heh heh, a scabbard worth forty million Berries? I remember Kuina's Wado Ichimonji was only worth a little over ten million Berries, right?"

Nami looked at Rocks as if he were a spendthrift.

Why would someone with 40 million Berries want to melt it down and make a sword sheath?

That's such a waste!

"Isn't this all for your own good? The Seven Star Sword is a demonic sword, one that can affect people's minds even from a distance."

Rocks shrugged: "You and Xiao Yi are not determined enough. There may not be any problems in the short term, but over time, your personalities may be subtly changed."

"If someone becomes someone who talks about fighting and killing all the time, they won't be lovable."

"Pervert! Lolicon!"

Nami blushed slightly.

Who praises someone so directly?

She glared at Lockes with a haughty expression: "Since you're thinking of us, I won't hold your extravagant spending against you!"

Lox waved his hand: "Yes, yes, you are very magnanimous..."

……

On the Black Demon.

The group held a banquet.

Celebrating Rocks' successful acquisition of the Seven Star Sword and the three jewels, and also celebrating his escape from Admiral Aokiji of the Marine Headquarters...

Minors drink fruit juice, and adults drink alcohol.

Actually, Rocks was also a minor.

However, due to his unusual physical condition, almost monstrous, no one thought that Rocks couldn't drink alcohol...

The clinking of glasses created a harmonious and enthusiastic atmosphere.

Influenced by the atmosphere and the events of the day before, Robin drank a few more glasses than usual.

A blush appeared on her face, which had developed a healthy wheat-colored tan from sun exposure...

Looking at her happy and cheerful companions, a bright smile appeared on her face.

I felt very warm inside.

Thinking of the giant who laughed with a "thud, thud, thud," she murmured to herself, 'I've found a partner willing to protect me, Sauro…'

She had previously joined the Blackwing Archmage's adventure group, but she hadn't truly integrated into their lives.

Many concerns still lingered in my mind.

This is the insecurity of living in darkness and on the run for many years.

She doubted in her heart whether she could really stay with them, and whether someone like her could really have companions.

Will they be dragged down by her because of themselves? Will they one day find her a burden and grow tired of her, and abandon her?

It feels terrible to be abandoned.

A brief moment of light only makes the darkness that follows all the more unforgettable.

She has experienced far too many of these things, and she always feels uneasy and insecure inside.

This is why she didn't truly integrate into the group...

However, with Rocks protecting her, and daring to attack Admiral Aokiji of the Marine Headquarters for her sake, she became a target of his wrath.

He even sacrificed an arm to attack Aokiji, all to avenge her.

She was deeply moved at that time.

Rocks kept his promise to her—as long as you're on my ship, I'll take care of your troubles!

Rocks did it.

And it did a better job than she expected.

It also touched her deeply.

My choice was absolutely right, and everything is truly wonderful.

It was so wonderful that... she almost wondered if she was dreaming...

However, this is not a dream; it actually happened.

She found someone to rely on, a group of partners who completely trusted her!

Thinking about all this, Robin murmured softly, "Thank you, Rocks..."

"You're welcome. You're my partner. When I invited you, I already said that I would take care of any trouble you might cause."

Lox's voice appeared in Robin's ears: "It was before, and it will be in the future, so just work for me without worry!"

Robin: "?"

How did Rocks end up next to her?

Was her heartfelt gratitude overheard?

This made Robin blush even more, as if she were shy and embarrassed.

How could I have said it out loud, and why did Rocks hear it!

Fortunately, because I had drunk quite a bit of alcohol, the cause of the flush on my face was not obvious...

"Can you relax now?"

Lockes stared at Robin's face for a few moments.

Yes, her face was flushed, and she looked very beautiful.

He liked the character Robin very much in his previous life.

Rocks didn't tease her, and chuckled, "It's not just me, Kuina and Nami have long considered you a partner."

"Although Yixiao and Xiaoyi haven't been with us for long, they are gradually integrating into our group."

No one will care about your identity or your troubles; all your companions will shoulder the burden for you.

"I don't find it troublesome because it's something a partner should do."

Robin's inner concerns were known to Rocks, which is why the Enies Lobby incident in the original story occurred.

Lox knew that Robin wouldn't integrate into the Blackwing Archmage's adventure group so quickly.

This will take time, an opportunity, and for Robin to truly realize that they don't really see her as a burden.

Only in this way could Robin, who had been on the run for many years, finally feel at ease.

All Rocks could do was provide Robin with this sense of security and peace of mind.

Take action!

Rocks also knew who Robin's enemy was.

The world's largest power organization, the most powerful force in this ocean—the World Government!

That's why Rocks said those words to Aokiji that sounded like a declaration of war!

Just like Straw Hat Pirates F in the original work, he dared to declare war on the World Government for Robin!

This was to put Robin completely at ease.

As for the consequences?

What could be the consequences?

If Rocks hadn't said those words, would the World Government and the Navy have let him go?

Absolutely not!

"Partner? That word was something distant and unimaginable to me before..."

Robin pursed her lips, then smiled. "But now... I understand."

"To have such caring and supportive partners who dared to declare war on the World Government and the Navy for my sake, meeting you is the greatest honor of my life..."

Accepting Lox's invitation was the greatest stroke of luck of her life.

She felt very honored to have found these caring companions.

She will no longer be alone...

Rocks chuckled: "Don't blame me for using you like a multi-person team. To be honest, your Flower-Flower Fruit ability is really useful..."

Robin smiled helplessly: "Regarding this, Captain, you'll need to recruit more crew members."

Lox spread his hands: "The requirements to join the Blackwing Demon Adventure Group are quite high, and it's not easy to find one."

"I'm working hard too. Can't you see we're a six-person team now?"

"Isn't it enough to just meet the fifth condition?"

Robin tilted his head and joked, "As long as you're good-looking, the other four conditions can be ignored!"

"How easy is it to meet someone I find good-looking? And it doesn't have to be that I like them either..."

"Oh my, is the captain confessing his feelings to me? Does he think I'm good-looking and like me, which is why he invited me to join the Blackwing Demon Adventure Team?"

"cough……"

Upon hearing this, Lox nearly choked on his red wine and glanced at Robin in surprise...

Just like Nami.

After letting go of the pressure, my personality started to recover?

And is it really that direct and cunning?

They instantly found a flaw in his words and threw a question about death at him...

How should he answer?

Why do you care why I invited you?

Lox raised an eyebrow: "Could it be that after spending some time with me, you've unwittingly fallen for me, Miss Historian?"

"Yeah, a little."

Robin took a sip of red wine with an air of elegance, rested his chin on his hand, and smiled at Rocks, saying, "Who can stand up to a Marine Admiral who would stand up for himself?"

After letting down one's guard.

She is inherently a cunning and manipulative person.

It's certain that she has feelings for Rocks, after all, he did do something that really moved her.

However, to say that I like or am obsessed with it would be an understatement.

We haven't spent enough time together yet.

However, the cunning woman found it quite amusing to tease Rocks.

Yes, it's also to get revenge for being eavesdropped on earlier!

"I'm quite charming, aren't I...?"

Rocks cracked his knuckles with his left hand.