Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue.

Chapter 41 Unexpected Encounter

After seeing off that admiral who always enjoyed watching others' misfortunes, all that's left is to arrange the work in the Konom Islands and within the 16th Naval Branch before we can set off.

Of course~

There's really not much to arrange.

The Konom Islands have been under Nochigo's management and everything is on track; all that's needed is to continue following his development plan.

Even if he's gone for a few days, nothing will happen.

As for the newly arrived civilians... there's even less to worry about. It's happened so many times already; I believe Cocoyasi Town can handle it on its own.

As for the 16th Naval Division... they increased the training tasks for the marines, telling them to stay there and train diligently. As for the rest, Udo can handle it.

As the chief superintendent of the 16th Marine Division, Udo handles all matters within the division when he and Robin are away.

Although it doesn't have any special features, Udo is quite reliable when it comes to defending the base.

On the contrary, we need to remind everyone to keep a close eye on the pirates we just captured not long ago, so that we don't let our guard down and cause a riot.

Nami is going with us this time.

Taking Nami along makes it much easier to go out and make money.

As for Kuina... she came to the Navy branch to hone her swordsmanship and broaden her horizons, so she also went out to see the world this time.

As for Robin, just talk to him as usual.

Xia Che had already gotten used to it.

So, putting Nami aside, all the capable members of the 16th Marine Division had already gone with them, so it's fair to say that the 16th Division's defenses were indeed very weak at this point.

Therefore, fearing that something might happen, he also took Crow with him.

Although this guy has been behaving himself lately, Xia Che doesn't believe that this pirate would really remain indifferent when faced with such a great opportunity.

It's more reassuring to keep it with me.

After all, Baiji Kuro is quite capable; if he were to escape secretly, the 16th branch probably wouldn't even notice.

Of course~

In the end... it's still because the 16th Naval Division is severely lacking in personnel!

After everything was arranged, Shacher led everyone aboard the Dreadnought Sabre, which had been seized from the Krieg pirate ship, and set off for Upside Down Mountain.

There are three main routes from the four seas to the Grand Line. The first, and safest, is via the elevator that the World Government built on the Red Line.

This is also the mainstream way for naval personnel, nobles, and ordinary people to travel to the world—it's safe and convenient, but the fees are relatively high.

Of course, if it's the Navy, the headquarters can reimburse the expenses.

but……

This time, they won't take that route.

Please, they're on the Moke Pirates' ship right now. Taking the elevator would be like walking into a trap.

The second option is to enter and exit the calm zone, but there is neither wind nor current, and the entire sea surface is absolutely calm. Without a power wheel, a sailboat would lose power and become trapped once it enters this area, unable to move.

At the same time, a large number of colossal sea monsters live here, and ordinary people would have no chance of escaping if they encountered them.

Although he could cross the Calm Belt with his strength, it would be too tiring, so he decided against it.

If it's a naval warship, then it can travel on the two routes mentioned above.

The third route, which is also the mainstream route among pirates, is to enter through the Reverse Mountain on the Red Line.

However, this road is extremely dangerous. Not only is the current swift, but there are also constant storms. Without a skilled navigator to lead the way and a sturdy pirate ship, it would be easy to fall off the mountainside and die before even reaching the summit.

Of course~

They have excellent navigators and sturdy ships!

Hiking upside down is perfect!

As for other coatings that pass through the seabed or fly through the sky, they are not yet able to achieve that.

Lying on a beach chair with his hands behind his head, Xia Che sighed softly, "Technology... we really need to have our own technology!"

He then reached out his right hand and took the freshly squeezed orange juice that Robin had made for him.

And I must say, it truly lives up to its reputation as a massive sailboat with three decks; it's incredibly spacious!

Comfortable!

"The town of Loguetown is ahead. Shall we stop here for a bit?"

"No need." Hearing Nami's call, Shache waved his hand. "Let's not bother Smoker now. We'll go quietly and visit him on our way back."

"..."

That guy probably doesn't want to see you again!

Nami glanced at Shache, who was leisurely enjoying his afternoon tea, and a strange look flashed in her eyes. But since he had said so, she followed his instructions and did not drive in the direction of Loguetown, but headed directly towards Reverse Mountain.

Then, seemingly noticing something, he looked up at Weiwei, who was tense and somewhat confused, and sighed with a pang of pity. He said, "Don't worry. Since Xia Che is ready to make a move, it means he's confident! Just like I was back then... You have to trust Xia Che."

"I know~, and I'm very grateful for his help." Hearing Nami's words, Vivi also came back to her senses. It seemed that Nami's comfort had eased her tension a bit. She raised her head and looked curiously at Shache, who was lying there leisurely, and Moke, who was standing next to him with a big, burly build. After hesitating for a moment, she still asked, "The Moke Pirates..."

"Don't worry, Moke may look a bit dim-witted, but he's not a bad pirate!"

"The corrupt navy..."

"While that guy is indeed a bit outrageous in some ways, he doesn't deserve to be called a degenerate navy officer."

"That greedy and lustful man..."

"No, it can't be that bad! It shouldn't be that bad~" Nami chuckled and looked away slightly as she said this, but then her eyes drifted again as if she was thinking about something. She smiled slightly and said, "Actually, everyone became his partner by accident because they were grateful to him. It was just a misunderstanding."

"Grateful?" Vivi looked at Nami with curiosity, especially at those eyes that were slightly sad but then suddenly turned into a smile, which made her even more curious.

She had learned a little about him on the Konom Islands and knew that he was a colonel respected by the people of the Konom Islands.

Especially this morning, although it was indeed a bit of a misunderstanding, she knew that the Moke Pirates didn't intend to capture everyone and turn them into pirates.

He hesitated for a moment, then looked at Nami, "Can you tell me about yourself?"

"Why do you want to know this? Never mind, I'm pretty bored anyway." At Vivi's pleading, Nami thought for a moment, pouted, and said, "Anyway, there's nothing I can't say."

Looking at Vivi, her eyes fell into memories again. "Do you know the Konom Islands? Actually, the Konom Islands weren't as wealthy as they are now, nor did they have as many people back then."

Kuina found her purpose again because of that guy, Robin found her home because of him, and she... was also saved by that guy.

Time passed little by little.

As Nami narrated, Princess Vivi became immersed in this strange story.

A navy officer saved an island and eventually led a group of impoverished people who struggled to even have enough to eat to gradually achieve a life of wealth, which they still enjoy today.

An incredible yet admirable fallen naval officer.

Vivi stared blankly at Xia Che lying on the deck. After Nami's explanation, her anxious heart calmed down, as if her confused heart had found a support. She felt much lighter and relieved.

only.

Nami, who was reminiscing, saw Vivi's appearance before her, raised an eyebrow, and suddenly had a bad feeling. "Hey, hey, hey, what are you thinking about?"

"It's nothing, I... I was just thinking about how to repay you!"

"Really?" Nami looked at Vivi suspiciously, but waved her hand. "Never mind, we need payment this time. Remember to give us 1 billion Berries!"

"I...I know." Seeing Nami's suspicious look, Vivi, who hadn't been thinking anything and was just feeling grateful to Shache, couldn't help but recall the deal she had made back then.

Suddenly I felt hot all over, and even my head felt dizzy.

What's wrong with her?

He hurriedly and hastily replied, "Once Alabasta has the money, I will definitely pay! And I will repay you properly!"

"As long as you pay, there's no need for a reward." Nami raised an eyebrow, looking at Vivi suspiciously, especially when her gaze fell on Vivi's face. She immediately asked in confusion, "Why is your face so red?"

"I...I'm just suddenly feeling a little hot! No, don't worry!"

"Why do you look like you're about to collapse?"

"It's just a bit...hot, probably because I'm too excited!"

"You don't look excited at all!" Nami looked at Vivi, who was about to fall, with a blank expression. She quickly helped her up, and then, as if she had thought of something, she reached out and touched Vivi's forehead.

really.

"You're sick! You're so hot! No, we have to see a doctor now. We can't just enter the Grand Line like this. Are we going to have to go back to the East Blue? But we've already passed Reverse Mountain! What should we do now?"

"I...I'm fine! Don't worry." Seemingly sensing Nami's anxiety, he pleaded, "Please, don't go back! You absolutely must go to Alabasta! Everyone...everyone's still waiting for me!"

"What's the point of talking about this now? Don't move around!" Nami anxiously supported Vivi, then turned to Shacher, who was lying leisurely outside, and shouted loudly, "Shacher, Vivi has a fever!"

The words were spoken.

Before Weiwei could say anything, Xia Che, who was lying on a beach chair, looked up in confusion.

Who burned it?

Just as he was about to say something...

Sudden.

It was around this time.

"Boss, there's a pirate ship ahead!" Moke suddenly shouted, "It's going incredibly fast!"

Just as Moke finished speaking, and just as Shache turned his head to look at Nami with a puzzled expression.

really.

at this time.

"Bang!"

A ship, as if fueled by nitrogen, rammed into us.

And a huge figure was standing on the ship's side.

He carried a wooden box tightly on his back, as if it were some important treasure. He wore a slightly cute bear-ear hat and frameless glasses, and frowned as he looked at them. "The Overlord of the East Blue? The Mok Pirates?"

(End of this chapter)