Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue.

Chapter 35: Really Not Familiar

Nefertari Vivi looked at the naval captain in front of her.

of course.

Although she felt somewhat disappointed at this moment, Weiwei, who bore the heavy responsibility of her family and country, had not given up in her heart.

Because the Kingdom of Alabasta still needs her!

How could a princess of the Kingdom of Alabasta abandon her country and her people at this time?

Moreover, this mission wasn't without its rewards. You see, she originally only came to the East China Sea to carry out the task assigned to her by Baroque Works to help her become a full-fledged employee, but unexpectedly…

The naval captain, who was supposed to be the partner of the mysterious president of Baroque Works, betrayed his partner without hesitation and even exposed the identity and true purpose of the mysterious president of Baroque Works!

That's really quite dramatic!

So, all my hard work in infiltrating Baroque Works has been accomplished just like that?

So they were betrayed by Baroque Works' partner?

Even now, she still feels it's somewhat unreal!

but.

"Although I don't know what your relationship with Crocodile is," Princess Vivi, wrapped in a blanket, bowed and thanked Shattrath earnestly, "thank you very much for your help."

As she spoke, she stood up straight again, as if the chill she felt had dissipated considerably after hearing this astonishing secret. She took a deep breath and spoke with a serious and firm tone.

"Now that we know who the culprit behind the destruction of the Alabasta Kingdom is, I will never give up, no matter what! As the princess of Alabasta, no matter who the culprit is, I will never abandon my country and my people."

Instantly.

A brave, strong, yet gentle princess appeared before everyone's eyes.

It must be said that compared to that little brat who only knows how to hide, steal, and place his hopes on others, Princess Vivi is much braver.

Even knowing that the enemy is someone she cannot defeat and that she has no way to help, she will still bravely face the terrible enemy.

Even Kuzan, who was standing to the side, showed a hint of approval.

only.

He yawned, then a lazy expression appeared on his face. "Sarco Crocodile, known as the King of the Desert, once challenged the Sea Emperor—the captain of the Whitebeard Pirates—in the New World. After his defeat, he was invited by the World Government to join the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Before joining the Seven Warlords, his bounty was 8100 million Berries. He is also a Logia-type Devil Fruit user, the Sand-Sand Fruit, which allows him to freely manipulate sand and turn his body into sand. Ordinary people simply cannot harm him."

As he spoke, he stretched and, with that lazy smile, looked at Princess Vivi, whose face had become somewhat stiff.

"Oh, by the way, I also have a Logia-type Devil Fruit. I accidentally caused yesterday's blizzard. I'm so sorry, Princess of Alabasta."

"..."

"Unfortunately, as a law-abiding Marine Admiral, I can't break the law. Randomly entering the territory of the Seven Warlords of the Sea would give the World Government and Marine Headquarters a headache, and make the Seven Warlords nervous." Looking at Vivi's stiff face and subsequent silence, Kuzan smiled with satisfaction. "So, do you still want to stop her on your own? Truly admirable courage! And let me tell you something~"

He whistled softly.

"Yesterday, some guy disregarded his status and naval law to stop me for the sake of a criminal wanted by the World Government. It was really a headache! I still don't know what his purpose was. Was it because the criminal was pretty? Oh my god, what a degenerate naval captain."

"???"

"!!!"

"..."

Disgrace, disgrace!

They are just partners!

Under the suspicious gazes of Nami and Kuina, Shache's lips twitched, wishing he could stand up and beat the Marine Admiral up again.

If you want to help Alabasta, then help Alabasta. Is there any need to spread rumors about him?

Furthermore, the idea that a Marine Admiral cannot enter the territory of the Seven Warlords of the Sea without authorization is simply laughable. Even if he did enter, what would the World Government and the Marine Headquarters say?

If they arrest him and force a confession, exposing Crocodile's conspiracy, the World Government and the Marine Headquarters will probably praise him!

As for claiming strength comparable to a Marine Admiral, don't be ridiculous!

Crocodile would laugh so hard he'd spit out his cigar if he knew the admiral was praising him like that!

And to the side...

Upon hearing Kuzan's words, Princess Vivi's previously resolute expression stiffened once again.

The strength in his eyes vanished instantly.

As the princess of Alabasta, she is not afraid of sacrifice, but what if sacrifice cannot save everyone?

Especially those who challenged the Sea Emperor and the same Devil Fruit as the Marine Admirals...

No matter how you look at it, this doesn't seem like something a Baroque trainee like myself could handle!

Thinking of the admiral's words and guessing his meaning, Vivi turned her head and looked at the naval captain in front of her again—Dand Shacher.

I recalled what I saw on the Konom Islands. Perhaps this naval captain really can help the Kingdom of Alabasta?

He took a deep breath, bent down, and said, "Please save the Kingdom of Alabasta! Whatever you need, the Kingdom of Alabasta will provide it!"

however.

The words were spoken.

Before Nami, Kuina, and Robin, who was all smiles, could say anything while looking at Shache, he was forced to speak.

"Puru puru~, puru puru~"

A Den Den Mushi (a type of electric scooter) rang.

It's Natsuki's private Den Den Mushi.

Xia Che didn't hesitate, took out his phone, and answered the call.

Instantly.

The ordinary Den Den Mushi in his hand transformed into a yakuza Den Den Mushi with a long, horizontal scar, wearing an earring, and smoking a cigar. It spoke in a deep, hearty voice, "Hahaha, Brother Xia Che, long time no see!"

The words were spoken.

Vivi stared in shock at the Den Den Mushi in Shiatsu's hand, muttering to herself, "Crocodile."

As he spoke, he looked at Xia Che with suspicion and wariness in his eyes.

Didn't the naval captain say he wasn't familiar with them?

This doesn't seem like a sign of unfamiliarity!

Aside from Robin, who already knew, even Nami and Kuina showed their helplessness.

It wasn't that I was frustrated that Shache knew Crocodile, but rather that a Marine Admiral was right there. Was it really appropriate to do this in front of a Marine Admiral?

Didn't you see that the admiral narrowed his eyes too?

This moment.

The entire hall fell silent.

Under the watchful eyes of so many people, Xia Che covered the Den Den Mushi, chuckled at everyone, and muttered, "Not familiar, not familiar, really not very familiar!"

He picked up the Den Den Mushi again, a warm smile on his face, "Brother Crocodile, it's been a long time!"

"..."

This doesn't seem like they're not familiar with each other!

(End of this chapter)