One Piece: Starting with Sharingan, First Mate Uchiha

After the Straw Hat crew returned to their respective hometowns, the New Fishman Kingdom became much quieter.

of course.

This "quietness" only applies to Viktor, who is already used to the Straw Hat crew's daily commotion.

In fact, the new Fishman Kingdom is extremely busy every day.

The first batch of underwater urban areas is under construction in the shallow sea area, and the basic framework of the main island port has also been erected.

Large numbers of fish-men and mermaids moved from Noah and the temporary fleet into the new settlement.

As nearby shipping routes gradually stabilized, some daring merchant ships even took the initiative to approach, hoping to be among the first to establish trade relations with this new country.

Nami has been out measuring the sea area almost every day during this period.

After the world reconnected, the new Merfolk Kingdom happened to be located at the confluence of several new ocean currents.

So every morning when she goes out and comes back in the evening, her notebook always has more than a dozen pages of data.

Robin, on the other hand, seemed more relaxed than her, at least on the surface.

She spent most of her time in the newly established temporary archives, organizing historical materials and recording the entire process of this new nation's creation from scratch.

In her words.

"The first few years of a nation's birth are invaluable historical records."

As for Viktor, he originally thought he would be the easiest of the three.

After all, Im is dead, the World Government is gone, and the system has been completely unbound.

In theory, he doesn't need to worry about anything right now.

But reality soon proved it.

He's overthinking it.

……

"Lord Victor."

That morning, as soon as Victor came out of his room, he saw Shirahoshi already sitting by the harbor waiting for him.

The new Fishman Kingdom hasn't really built a palace yet, and the Neptune family is only temporarily living in the large building that was just built in the center of the main island. So, it wasn't as troublesome for Shirahoshi to get out as it used to be.

She was only accompanied by a few guards.

Upon seeing Viktor, Shirahoshi immediately smiled.

"Good morning."

Victor glanced at the sky.

It's almost noon now.

Bai Xing blinked.

Good afternoon.

Victor: "..."

Just as he was about to ask her what she was doing there, the door behind him opened again.

Nami walked out wearing a loose coat, her hair clearly not completely tidied. When she saw Shirahoshi, she paused slightly.

Immediately afterwards, Robin also came out of the same room.

Bai Xing's gaze lingered between the three people for a moment.

Then, still smiling naturally, she said, "Lady Nami, Lady Robin, you're here too."

Nami's lips twitched slightly.

What do you mean by "you are here too"? They have always lived here, okay?

However, considering that Shirahoshi had come almost every day for the past few months, she ultimately held back.

"What did you want to see him about today?"

"My father said there are a few questions about the new national security zone this afternoon that require Lord Victor's discussion."

Bai Xing added, "And those merchant ships from yesterday, they hope to regularly dock here from now on."

"But Brother Shark Star is worried that some ill-intentioned people might have infiltrated the group, so he would also like to hear Lord Victor's opinion."

Victor nodded.

"These are fine."

"That's good."

Bai Xing visibly breathed a sigh of relief, but she didn't leave immediately.

Victor looked at her.

"Shirahoshi, is there anything else?"

Shirahoshi hesitated for a moment.

"There's one more thing."

"What?"

"Father wants to ask," she looked up at Victor and said earnestly, "when are you free to have a formal discussion with him about our matter?"

Nami: "..."

Victor: "..."

Robin's lips curled into a slight smile.

Shirahoshi continued to explain, "My father said that the world was still at war before, and Fishman Island was not stable, so we couldn't talk about these things seriously."

"Now that the new country has begun construction, he feels that some things should be gradually determined."

Viktor remained silent for a few seconds.

"Did your father really say that?"

"Um."

"You didn't add it yourself?"

"No," Shirahoshi said innocently.

Before Victor could answer, Nami had already crossed her arms.

"What are you talking about?"

Shirahoshi looked at her naturally.

"The wedding."

Viktor suddenly felt that the weather today might not be suitable for going out.

……

In fact, Neptune did mention it.

However, there is still a slight difference between the original words and what Shirahoshi said.

last night.

Neptune sat in the makeshift palace, looking at his youngest daughter with a complex expression.

"Shirahoshi."

"What exactly is the situation between you and Viktor now?"

Bai Xing thought about it seriously.

"That's great."

"Of course I know it's good."

Neptune rubbed his temples.

What he really wanted to ask was, just how good was this "very good"?

But looking at Bai Xing's completely calm face, he didn't know how to ask more directly.

"So what are your plans for the future?"

Without a second thought, Shirahoshi replied, "I'm with Lord Victor."

Neptune nearly choked on his own saliva.

"You answered quite quickly."

"Because there's no need to think about this problem."

Shirahoshi looked serious.

"But Lady Nami and Lady Robin are with him too," Neptune probed.

"I know."

"You don't mind?"

Bai Xing blinked. "Why would you mind?"

Neptune was stunned.

Bai Xing looked at her father with some confusion.

"Lord Victor has never lied to me."

"Back on Fishman Island, he never said he would only love me. I've also always known about what happened with Nami and Robin."

"If that's the case, why should I get angry about something I already knew?"

Neptune was momentarily at a loss for words.

He suddenly realized that his daughter seemed to be the most innocent.

But sometimes, it seems like I understand things better than anyone else.

Shirahoshi continued, "And both Lady Nami and Lady Robin are very kind."

"Nami may look fierce on the surface, but she's actually a very kind person. She's been helping us draw sea charts all along."

"Lord Robin also helps organize the history of the fish-men every day."

Neptune was silent for a moment. "So you're just going to leave it at that?"

"Um."

"What about the child?"

"Of course you can have that."

Shirahoshi answered matter-of-factly.

Neptune closed his eyes.

Sure enough, we ended up here.

……

On the other side...

Shirahoshi naturally interpreted her father's probing question about whether they should have a formal talk with Victor as meaning that her father was preparing to discuss marriage.

So she came the next day.

After listening, Viktor remained silent for a long time.

He finally nodded. "Okay, I'll go this afternoon."

Bai Xing's smile instantly brightened.

"real?"

"We're just talking business."

"Um!"

After Shirahoshi left, Nami slowly turned her head.

Robin, standing nearby, wisely refrained from speaking, but the smile on his lips grew increasingly pronounced.

Finally, Viktor reached out and pulled Nami into his arms.

"Things are different now."

Nami was clearly stunned for a moment, and the words she had prepared suddenly stopped.

Victor looked at her.

"The sea used to be full of trouble: the World Government, the Final Route, and enemies that could appear at any time."

"Now all of that is over."

He paused for a moment. "So if you really still want to, I won't refuse you with the same reasons as before."

The dangerous expression on Nami's face vanished for a moment, replaced by obvious astonishment.

It took her several seconds to realize what was happening.

"Who, who said they wanted it now?!"

Nami's face flushed red instantly.

Robin finally couldn't help but laugh out loud. "Looks like there was some success this morning."

Nami suddenly turned her head.

"Robin!"

Robin closed the book and thought about it seriously. "Should I also ask about my position beforehand?"

This time, it was Viktor's turn to remain silent.

Both men stared at Viktor.

For the first time, Viktor felt that the oppressive aura Im had exuded when he stood on the Void Throne was nothing compared to this.

……

in the afternoon.

Victor eventually went to the temporary palace.

Fortunately, Neptune didn't immediately discuss the wedding date; the main topic of discussion was the future security of the new merfolk kingdom.

This country's location is too special; as the new sea routes gradually stabilize, it will surely become an important transportation hub in the future.

This means prosperity, but it also means trouble.

Viktor's attitude was simple.

The Fish-Men do not need to depend on the Straw Hat Pirates, nor do they need to become a vassal state of any faction.

"You can remain neutral."

"We can do business with all countries, chambers of commerce, navies, and even pirates as long as we abide by the laws here."

Neptune frowned. "What if someone doesn't comply?"

"If you can handle it yourselves, then handle it yourselves."

"What if we can't handle it?"

Viktor leaned back in his chair. "Looking for me."

With just two words, Neptune understood instantly.

That's enough. In fact, once this statement gets out, it might be enough to solve more than 99% of the problems.

The two then talked for a while about port management and the safety of the surrounding waters.

Just as they had finished discussing the important matters, Neptune suddenly coughed.

Viktor looked up.

coming.

"Um..." Neptune looked slightly embarrassed. "About Shirahoshi."

Viktor was mentally prepared.

"Please speak."

Neptune thought for a while, but in the end, he didn't beat around the bush.

"I know about your relationship, and I also know that Nami and Robin are with you."

"Um."

"I am not prepared to interfere."

This statement surprised Viktor.

Neptune glanced at him. "Do you think I'd force you to marry Shirahoshi?"

Victor didn't say anything.

Neptune sighed.

"Shirahoshi likes you."

"Once she's thought it through herself, what else can I do?"

"Besides..." he paused. "She's not the child she used to be, needing me to make all the decisions for her anymore."

Neptune himself was somewhat conflicted when he said those words.

Victor smiled.

"really."

"So I have only one request," Neptune said, his expression turning serious. "Don't let her suffer."

Victor's smile also faded. "No."

Neptune looked at him, and after a few seconds, slowly nodded.

"That's enough."

"Father! Have you finished talking?"

Neptune's expression changed. "Not yet!"

The door had been pushed open, and Bai Xing poked half her body inside.

"May I come in?"

"Didn't you say you wanted to talk to me alone?!"

"I just want to know the result."

Neptune covered his forehead.

Viktor suddenly laughed.

It seems so.

Retirement life isn't as boring as it seems.

……

original.

Victor thought this was troublesome enough.

It wasn't until half a month later.

The new Fishman Kingdom has welcomed its first truly national delegation.

From Wano Country.

Outside the port, a large ship bearing the insignia of Wano Country slowly docked.

Momonosuke did not come in person, after all, Wano Country also has a lot of affairs to deal with.

The person in charge of this visit is Hiyori Kozuki.

Viktor stood at the port for a long time in silence.

Nami stood on the left, and Robin stood on the right.

Shirahoshi, representing the Fish-Man race to welcome the delegation, stood at the very front.

No matter how you look at it, this formation doesn't look good.

After the ship docked, Hiyori slowly walked down from the deck.

Several years have passed.

She exuded a more composed demeanor than before, but when her gaze fell upon Viktor...

That original composure that belonged to the envoy quickly transformed into a familiar smile.

"Lord Victor, it's been a long time."

Victor nodded. "Long time no see."

Hiyori walked up to him, first glancing at Nami, then at Robin, and finally her gaze settled on Shirahoshi.

There was a moment of silence among them, then Hiyori suddenly laughed:

"It seems I'm a little late."

"It's not too late." Shirahoshi shook her head earnestly. "The new country has only just begun to be built."

Hiyori blinked. "That's not what I meant."

Shirahoshi paused for a moment, Nami's forehead began to throb slightly, while Robin maintained her most composed smile.

Viktor remained silent for two seconds.

Turn around.

"Let's go to our accommodation first."

Hiyori looked at his back, a slight smile playing on her lips.

"Lord Victor."

"Um?"

"Do you remember what you promised me?"

Viktor paused.

Hiyori looked at him.

"Since Lord Victor hasn't had time to return to Wano Country," she chuckled softly, "then I'll have to come to you."

Upon hearing this, Bai Xing suddenly nodded thoughtfully.

"So that's how it can be done."

Victor: "..."

Nami: "..."