Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue.

Chapter 27 He's Here

night.

Because Colonel Shacher did not issue a curfew order, the Corno Islands are still quite lively at night.

Even for some workers who have just finished their shift at the factory, the nightlife may just be beginning.

After a busy day, they would choose to get together with their coworkers after get off work, order a glass of craft beer from the Cornish Islands—orange liqueur—have a simple drink, and chat about their lives today and their hopes for the future.

Most of the people on the Konom Islands today are from outside. They were originally just scavenging in the wasteland, but suddenly they were bewildered and tied up here by Captain Moke.

Of course~

Originally filled with fear, they were immediately filled with gratitude upon arriving here for Captain Mok, who had kidnapped them, and for Colonel Shacher, who had sheltered the island.

Now, when they talk about it again when they're bored, it brings them a unique feeling and experience.

And they cherish their current life even more and are even more grateful to Colonel Shacher for giving them everything they have now.

"The orange factory is still short-staffed!"

"Of course! The orange marmalade from the Konom Islands sells all over the East Blue. And I heard that a few days ago, Colonel Shacher rescued a wealthy merchant couple from Syrob Village from pirates. To express their gratitude, they're planning to help us promote Konom Islands' specialties. So, we'll be even busier from now on!"

"Luckily, Colonel Shacher saved him, otherwise, that rich businessman would probably be dead! Colonel Shacher is such a good man! He saved so many people. But I heard that a lot of pirates were captured this time, and they were all taken by various factories. Why didn't we get any?"

"Don't joke around. How could those pirates be qualified to work in our factory? Our orange factory is a pillar industry of the Cornish Islands. Those despicable pirates only deserve to do dirty and hard work. Besides, it's better to be busy! That way we'll get more wages!"

"That's right, it's really great! To be honest, I still find it incredible! We're actually here talking about being busy and getting paid! It all feels like a dream."

"Yes, it feels like a dream! Since that's the case, let's reward ourselves after a long day! Let's go grab a glass of orange juice! Let's keep up the good work tomorrow!"

"Keep up the good work tomorrow!"

A pair of workers, who appeared to have just finished get off work, passed by.

Of course~

This scene is not uncommon here.

Having left the red-themed area, Kuzan, carrying his brown backpack, stood in front of a pancake stall, expressionlessly surveying the street before him.

Workers came and went... all of them looked exhausted, but despite being so tired, they still had smiles on their faces.

For example, those two who just walked past him, they used to sound like scavengers who struggled to even get food, but now they have the money to buy a glass of orange wine.

At this time.

Just as Kuzan was curiously scanning his surroundings...

"Hello, your special recipe flatbread from the Kingdom of Goa is ready!"

The vendor's voice pulled Kuzan back to reality. He turned around and looked at the steaming hot flatbread that had already been prepared in front of him.

After leaving Red Romance, he took a short stroll around.

then.

I smelled a unique aroma and saw that it was a sesame seed cake stall. Since I hadn't had dinner yet, I decided to come and try it.

It looks really good!

"These are specialty flatbreads from the Kingdom of Goa, made with a secret recipe passed down only by the Goa royal family. I went to great lengths to obtain them." Seemingly noticing the customer's gaze, the vendor, who was still kneading the flatbreads, suddenly raised his head with a grin, proudly proclaiming, "Even naval heroes raved about these flatbreads!"

"Oh, really?" Hearing the vendor's words, Kuzan also expressed his surprise, exclaiming exaggeratedly, "Even a naval hero has eaten it? That's unbelievable!"

After paying the happy shopkeeper, he picked up his sesame seed cake and headed towards the dock.

As he walked, he took a bite of the pancake in his hand. With one bite, he felt the crispness in his mouth and the rich, tender filling inside. He immediately raised an eyebrow.

I must say, it tastes pretty good.

Is it a secret recipe passed down only by the royal family of the Kingdom of Goa?

Even naval heroes who tried it said it was delicious?

Just listen to it!

How is that possible!

You should know that the Kingdom of Goa doesn't have this kind of flatbread.

After finishing the sesame seed cake in a few bites, Kuzan wiped his hands and arrived at the newly built pier in the Konom Islands.

This spacious and luxurious pier is something you might not believe until you see it for yourself. It's hard to believe that such a pier could be built on a poor island in the East China Sea that makes a living by selling oranges.

Kuzan walked to the dock and looked at his personal vehicle parked in front of him—an old-fashioned bicycle.

As he opened it, he muttered to himself with a hint of surprise, "It wasn't stolen? The security here is really good~"

Of course~

He also knew exactly who was responsible for the dramatic changes in the Konom Islands.

Looking at the dark sea in front of him, then glancing at the brightly lit town of Cocoyasi behind him, he immediately jumped onto his bicycle, whistling leisurely, "What a delightful vacation, too bad it's over."

As he spoke, Kuzan, who was riding a bicycle, gently pushed off, and the bicycle, carrying him, slowly drove towards the dark sea in front of him.

If anyone were to see this now... they would be absolutely stunned by what they saw.

It’s incredible!

A person, a bicycle, travels steadily on the sea, as if traveling on a flat road.

Until finally... it disappeared into the dark sea.

……

"Then I'll go rest first. You should rest early too! Even if you don't finish reading today, there's no rush. You can read it later~"

"Okay, dear BOSS, sweet dreams." Hearing his BOSS's academically challenged words, Robin smiled helplessly. After the door closed, he lowered his head and continued looking at the book in his hands, a hint of emotion flashing in his eyes. He muttered to himself, "It's very rare to be able to read so peacefully."

If she hadn't come to the East Sea, she probably wouldn't be able to read quietly like this now, and it would be difficult for her to even survive.

How long has it been?

She had almost forgotten that she was wanted and being chased.

Robin seemed to have thought of something, paused for a moment, shook his head with a smile, but looking at the book in his hand, hesitated for a moment, and then gently closed it.

Following Xia Che's example, she stretched comfortably, and under her white fitted shirt and black Western-style pencil skirt, Da Hai's unique full and graceful figure was immediately revealed.

If Xia Che hadn't left yet, he would definitely have been able to feast his eyes on something amazing.

Robin then stood up, picked up his notebook and book, put them away, and headed towards his residence.

Speaking of which, after arriving in Donghai, she lived in the same branch officers' rest area as her boss.

It is a two-story detached house.

only.

The boss is on the first floor, and she is on the second floor.

As for Nami and Kuina, they live in the next building. Oh, right, Tashigi moved in a few days ago, apparently wanting to chat with Kuina about their childhood.

At this time.

Robin walked out of the 16th Naval Branch office and headed towards the branch officers' rest area.

Sudden.

She seemed to have missed something beside her, and a cold feeling welled up from her heart. Robin, who had been wearing a calm and elegant smile, suddenly froze, as if she had remembered some bad memories. She stood still on the spot.

I turned my head suddenly and found nothing there.

After a moment of silence, Robin came to her senses. Looking at the ice that had formed on her hands, she returned to her expressionless face, as if nothing had happened, and continued walking forward.

As she walked calmly, she felt a chill run through her body, reminding her of that familiar feeling once again.

Although she didn't see anyone, Robin knew in her heart...

"He's here!"

(End of this chapter)