Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue.

Chapter 53 has been discovered.

Despite a minor hiccup, the banquet ultimately proceeded smoothly.

Everyone was very happy.

Accompanied by Mok, the party expert, Cobra, who originally had many questions, drank very happily and even got drunk. Afterwards, he enthusiastically put his arm around Mok's shoulder.

Seeing her father's discomfiture, Vivi's face darkened, but seeing Cobra's happy expression, the corners of her mouth involuntarily turned up slightly, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders.

The Kingdom of Alabasta has finally ushered in a new era of peace.

Of course~

The Alabasta incident is not over yet.

Although Crocodile has been captured, it will take some time for the chaotic Alabasta to recover.

Furthermore, as one of the members who saved Alabasta and also the princess of Alabasta, Vivi needs to personally explain the course of events in front of the entire nation of Alabasta, to win back the lost hearts of the people and help the kingdom of Alabasta recover.

So, even though the banquet started late, Vivi had to get up early to prepare for her speech that day.

In addition, Icarum, the captain of the Alabasta Kingdom's guard who accompanied Vivi in her infiltration of Baroque Works, also returned to Alabasta this morning.

That's right, I almost forgot about this guy, and Vivi is the same.

If it weren't for King Cobra's question about where Ikaram was during the banquet, prompting Vivi to immediately call and inform him, Ikaram would probably still be the mayor of Whiskey Hill!

Early in the morning...

The people of the Kingdom of Alabasta also rose up, gathering either in the capital city of Alabasta or in the various cities of the Kingdom of Alabasta that were inhabited by radio den Den Mushi (bullet telephone mushi).

Princess Vivi didn't keep everyone waiting long. Dressed by her maids and dressed in Alabasta royal attire, Vivi finally emerged.

Upon seeing Ikalem, who had rushed back overnight, I apologized and, under the approving gaze of King Cobra and the watchful eyes of everyone, walked towards the prepared podium.

only.

When Vivi saw the dense crowd of citizens staring at her, she felt a little flustered. These were just the citizens of Arubanan, but she was about to give a speech in front of the entire nation.

But when I think about my efforts and everyone's support, I realize how much I've done.

Standing on the podium, Weiwei turned her head and looked at the crowd standing behind her...

Nami, Robin, Kuina, Mok, Kuma, her father, and the fallen naval captain who was also watching her.

That tense feeling seemed to have calmed down considerably.

He took a deep breath, turned back to look at the people of Alabasta, introduced himself to everyone, and then, with a smile on his face, said, "This has been a wonderful and incredible adventure..."

Although she couldn't say it directly, nor could she ask the entire nation of Alabasta to express their gratitude to them, she would always keep it in her heart.

As time went on, and through Princess Vivi's speeches, the people of Alabasta came to understand what was really going on.

This may not be the truth, but it is enough.

Their revered king did not disappoint them; it was all just a conspiracy by that despicable pirate who pretended to be a hero.

Looking at his daughter, who seemed to radiate light before everyone's eyes, King Cobra burst into tears, uttering a voice filled with relief and excitement as he murmured, "Vivi has really... grown up."

"Princess Vivi is incredibly brave!" Icarus, tears streaming down his face, nodded with equal pride. "I never imagined she would actually do it and save Alabasta!"

Xia Che, standing beside him, nodded and said, "That's really brave!"

He wasn't lying!

Of course~

The trip was quite fruitful.

only.

"Isn't she beautiful! My daughter!" Hearing so many people praising his daughter, Cobra's face lit up with joy. He then chuckled and said, "So, Colonel Shacher, shouldn't you explain what happened last night to me?"

The king, who was drunk last night, still hasn't forgotten what happened yesterday.

……

soon.

The tense speech came to an end.

Princess Vivi, stepping off the podium, let out a heavy sigh of relief, as if she had just finished a long day of strenuous work and was finally able to rest. "It's finally over!"

Then, looking up in confusion at Xia Che, who was now arm in arm with his father, he blinked and asked, "Can anyone tell me what's going on?"

My dad, who had a dark expression yesterday, is now flirting with someone.

Did you drink too much and forget?

"It's nothing." Xia Che coughed twice, then looked down at Weiwei and said, "You gave a very good speech!"

Vivi prepared the speech herself.

They didn't name them, but they explained the situation and successfully persuaded the Alabasta people.

"That's right! Absolutely fantastic!" Nami smiled too. "Vivi, let me tell you, you were practically glowing up there!"

Even Robin and Kuina nodded.

"Perfect!"

"Senior Brother Shache praised you highly to King Kobra!"

"No, no~" Vivi was still a little embarrassed by all the praise, her cheeks flushed, but then she looked at Xia Che and the others, bowed earnestly, and said, "Thank you so much!"

all of a sudden……

Nami and the others were stunned for a moment, but then they smiled faintly and accepted Vivi's thanks.

only.

"Now that the matter is resolved," Xia Che said, looking at the cheerful crowd, clearing his throat twice. "Then... we should head back now."

As soon as he said that...

Instantly.

The previously pleasant atmosphere fell silent once again.

Although Nami and the others were a little reluctant to part ways, as the trip had made Nami and Vivi good friends, the 16th Marine Branch was their true home.

Vivi knew they couldn't stay forever, and even though she was very reluctant, she didn't ask them to stay.

however.

At this time.

The atmosphere was silent, and both sides looked at each other with reluctance.

After finishing his instructions to Moke, Xia Che turned around and looked at everyone with a puzzled expression. "What's wrong? Why do you all look so sullen? Hurry up and get ready, we're leaving!"

"Don't you know how to read the mood? Everyone's leaving!" Nami raised an eyebrow and said angrily after hearing Shache's words, "Of course we'll miss them~"

Why are they still urging them?

just.

"You're leaving! What's there to be reluctant about?"

As soon as Xia Che finished speaking...

The group, who had been feeling reluctant to part, suddenly stared at Xia Che.

"You rascal...we're leaving! We have to say goodbye to Vivi. The East Sea isn't close to here!"

"Senior Brother Xia Che, you're terrible!"

Aside from Robin, who wore an elegant smile, even Vivi glared at Xia Che, "Are you in such a hurry?"

Cobra, standing nearby, glared at him angrily. "Do you hate my daughter?"

"..."

Xia Che's face darkened at his words. Looking at the crowd glaring at him, he said irritably, "The East Blue is indeed far from Alabasta, but don't forget, there's Kuma! If you really want to meet him, just have Kuma send you there. It'll only be a day or two. What's there to be reluctant about?"

The voice just fell.

"..."

Everyone seemed to remember something and turned to look at the big bear carrying a wooden box on its back.

Big Bear, who was being stared at by everyone, also revealed a simple and honest smile. "If you need anything, just call me!"

At this moment...

"Haha, I almost forgot!"

"I...I forgot too!"

"Sorry, senior!"

The reluctant atmosphere was instantly broken, and an awkward silence fell.

……

After everything was arranged.

soon.

Xia Che and his group also arrived at the dock.

Cobra and Vivi also arrived at the dock to see them off. Although they had the Big Bear Express, they were still a little reluctant to part ways so suddenly.

only.

"Weiwei, remember to come visit sometime!"

"Everyone, you must come to Alabasta again. I will definitely treat you all well."

Just as they were reluctantly inviting each other to come and play.

Sudden.

"Colonel Shacher, have you forgotten about me?!"

A figure emerged from the side of the dock.

"Weren't you telling me to wait here at the dock?" Daz Bonnies's face was calm, but his tone seemed to carry a hint of displeasure. "Why are you so late?"

The words were spoken.

"..."

Both sides, who were initially reluctant to part, turned to look at Daz Bonis, who had suddenly appeared.

Instantly.

It seems like he's thought of something.

Robin, Nami, Kuina, and Vivi all fell silent.

The atmosphere suddenly became quiet, and everyone looked at Daz Bonis with strange expressions.

"???"

Daz Bonis looked on with a puzzled expression.

Before he could figure out what was going on...

At this time.

Daz Bonis seemed to notice something as well, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes as he looked at the man beside Vivi. "King Cobra? What are you doing here?"

Immediately afterwards...

Another loud, carefree voice came from behind.

"Boss, Big Bear and I have taken care of everything, and all the stuff has been moved."

then.

That sound...

As if he had heard some terrible sound, Daz Bonis turned his head sharply.

really……

Two familiar figures came into view.

Daz Bonis stared blankly at the two burly men approaching him, his voice both panicked and grim. "East Sea Overlord—Mok? Tyrant Bear? What are you doing here?"

This moment.

"Boss?"

He seemed to have thought of something, and suddenly raised his head.

only.

At this very moment...

He found himself surrounded.

and……

"Hehehe~" A playful yet peculiar laugh rang out.

All I saw was...

Colonel Shache, who was staring at him, had a sinister look on his face. "Have we been discovered? What are we going to do now?"

The words were spoken.

Daz Bones: ...