Recruit Luffy at the start and build the strongest navy.

"A sea train route connecting to the Navy Headquarters?!"

Tom's eyes lit up, he leaned forward, placed his hands on the table, and looked intently at Kyle, asking:

"Major General Kyle, are you telling the truth?"

"Can Water 7 really establish a sea-based railway line with Marine Headquarters?"

"Um?!"

Kyle was a little confused by Tom's reaction.

No?! Why do you seem more excited and thrilled than I am?

Seeing the confusion on Kyle's face, Tom calmed down a bit and explained:

"Admiral Kyle, you may not know this, but I have been thinking about establishing a sea train route with the Navy Headquarters for the past few years, but I have never had the opportunity."

"The reason I had this idea was because of some troubles that came with the Seven Waters' growing reputation for shipbuilding."

"The opening of the sea train has greatly improved the economy of our Water Seven, so many people have come to us to build ships, including some pirates."

"But the problem is that most of these pirates are untrustworthy; they usually don't pay the final payment after the ship is built."

"I've thought about not doing business with these pirates, but if I don't, they'll come to the island and cause trouble, which would have an even bigger impact, so I've been having a headache over this."

"If we can connect with the Marine Headquarters to operate the sea train, those pirates will most likely not dare to cause trouble on the island anymore, and they might not even come to us to build ships. But that doesn't matter. Compared to the trouble they bring us, I'd rather not do business with these pirates."

Previously, he was indiscriminate in accepting business offers, regardless of who it came from, even pirates.

Of course, a large part of the reason is that he was disappointed with the World Government and the Navy, so he didn't think there was anything wrong with him building ships for pirates.

As a shipbuilder, he would take on any job related to shipbuilding.

But based on what Kyle did to save them today and what he observed during their time together, he felt that Kyle and his navy were very different from Spandam and the other guys from the World Government.

They are not the kind of people who use the official name to do things that are even worse than pirates.

Given the current situation in Water Seven, it would be ideal if a sea-based train route could be established with the Navy Headquarters.

Even if the Navy doesn't station anyone here, the mere fact that it has direct access to the Navy Headquarters is enough to deter most pirates from causing trouble.

As for whether it will affect their order volume, Tom can say with certainty that it will hardly have any impact.

Because most pirates who come to build ships hide their identities and don't come openly, many only find out the pirates' identities after the ship is built and they don't pay the final payment.

This is reality. There aren't that many brainless pirates. Building ships takes time. Are they trying to get themselves killed by openly declaring their pirate identity?

Water Seven is not far from the Marine Headquarters, and naval warships often stop on the island.

So, he certainly wouldn't do pirate business openly, but if the other party doesn't reveal their identity, he wouldn't know that the other party is a pirate, right?

Seemingly realizing he had been too selfish, Tom spoke again:

"If we can really launch a sea train service, I'll repair any problems with the navy-dedicated sea train for free!"

"Major General Kyle, what do you think?!"

After saying that, Tom looked at Kyle with anticipation.

Kyle was silent for a while, then smiled.

"So...we'd like to have a pleasant collaboration?"

Upon hearing this, Tom smiled.

"It's a pleasure working with you!!"

Tom wasn't sure if any other navy officer would say this, but if Kyle said it, it would definitely work.

After all, Kyle's status is what it is.

Tom was very happy, as this solved one of his problems. Kyle was also quite pleased, as he had thought it would take a lot of talking, but it was resolved in just a few words.

He had already discussed the construction of the sea train with his grandfather, so now that Tom had given his approval, the materials could be sent over and the project could begin immediately.

After speaking with Tom, Kyle turned his gaze to Franky on the other side and said:

"Frankie, I also have something I'd like to discuss with you!"

"Huh?! With me??"

Franky pointed to himself, looking on with curiosity.

"Yes, with you!"

"Our navy plans to develop warships specifically for combat, and I would like to invite you to be the chief designer for our naval warship development!"

"What?!"

Upon hearing this, Franky jumped up from his chair, staring at Kyle in horror.

"You want to invite me to be the chief designer of a naval warship??"

"Yes, you heard me right. I saw the Franky series warships you built. I heard they can even deal with Sea Kings, right?"

"I believe this is definitely not your limit. You have the ability to build even more powerful warships. I think you are the best candidate for chief designer. I can't think of anyone else but you!"

Kyle's words were not an exaggeration at all; they were simply the truth.

In the original story, Franky was able to build a cannon out of thin air from a pile of junk when he was a child. It was precisely because Tom recognized his talent that he took him on as a disciple.

Later, Franky did not waste his talent, and the Franky series of warships he created became more and more powerful.

If it weren't for Tom's death, which kept Franky away from warship construction for nearly eight years, it would be hard to imagine how powerful a warship he could have built given his talent.

"You can build warships here without leaving Water Seven. I will have my grandfather send some navy personnel to garrison this area."

"And whatever materials you want, no matter how difficult they are to obtain, I can get them for you. Adam Tree, however many you need, I'll ship them over!"

"I can get you whatever technology you want to learn. You know Vegapunk, right? I can get his research manuscripts for you!"

"In addition, I'll pay you a salary of 100 million Berries every year. What do you say?"

!!!

Franky's eyes were wide open, and he was breathing heavily.

What is Adam Wood? It is the shipbuilding material that all shipbuilders dream of. His master, Mr. Tom, once used this material to build a ship for the Pirate King Roger.

As shipbuilders, they certainly had ways to obtain the Adam Tree, but the problem was that it was incredibly expensive, costing hundreds of millions of Berries, which he didn't have.

Now there's an unlimited supply of precious trees for Adam to squander, oh no, I mean, to build him a ship?

And who is Vegapunk?

The world's most powerful scientist, known for his wisdom that is 500 years ahead of humanity, is an ordinary shipbuilder who may not have much to do with Vegapunk, but he has always been dedicated to creating powerful weapons.

And that connects to the weaponry aspect; Vegapunk is his idol!

Finally, a salary of 100 million pegories a year?

no?!

With such generous offers, how can I possibly refuse?!

"Um... if I agree, will I have a chance to meet Vegapunk?"

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