The Great Voyage: I Became Nami's Brother at the Start

If Ma Yan were really only ten years old and in his rebellious phase, he would definitely run away from home in a huff, just like Nami did when she was ten and got beaten.

The key point is... he's not really only ten years old!

He understood the meaning behind that slap perfectly...

So, Ma Yan bit her lip and cried with a wronged expression...

He had to cry, whether he wanted to or not. Bellemere had emphasized it several times: he was only ten years old! Ten years old!

Being beaten without feeling aggrieved or crying is really out of character for someone your age.

So, Ma Yan, who thought she had excellent control over her facial expressions, burst into tears.

"Waaaaah... I just wanted to protect everyone, protect Bellemere, protect Nojiko and Nami... What did I do wrong... They came to us, I didn't go to them... Waaaaah... Why did Bellemere hit me... Why... Waaaaah..."

This crying left Bellemere, Kensuke, and the others stunned and heartbroken.

Yes!

He's just a ten-year-old child.

He only wanted to protect everyone and his family, so what did he do wrong?

Bellemere looked at her hands, tears streaming down her face as she bit her lip, and finally hugged Ma Yan tightly and cried.

“I’m sorry… Norton… I’m so sorry… I… I was just so worried about you…”

Bellemere's crying immediately turned the tables on Ma Yan.

This is...

Why does it seem like she's the one who's been wronged...?

woman!

What a terrifying creature!

What if you can't win?

Go ahead and cry, just see who cries the loudest, isn't that enough?

Everything is understood without words; our bond is strong, we'll cry together...

Not far behind them, Nojiko and Nami, who were running out of breath, were holding hands and shedding tears.

They were also worried about Norton, because as soon as Nami returned, she went to inform Norton.

But when they arrived at the beach where Norton usually trained, they didn't see that strong figure at all.

This terrified them, and they hurriedly ran home to inform Bellemel.

This explains why Bellemere, upon learning the news, ran into the village in a state of anxiety and panic.

Chapter 10: The Navy Has Its Eyes on Us!

Actually, if there were still people in the village, Bellemere wouldn't be so nervous.

The key point is that when Bellemere arrived in the village, all the villagers had gone to the port to "tie up the pigs," and there was no one on the streets.

This exacerbated Bellemere's concerns.

When the family returned home, they all had smiles on their faces.

After crying, Bellemere seemed to be in a much better mood, as if she had cried out all the pent-up emotions of the past few days.

Moreover, regardless of whether Ma Yan acted recklessly this time, the upcoming 1.8 million Berries is a real thing.

So that evening, the Bellemere family had an exceptionally large meal.

……

A week later, a naval warship arrived in Cocosia Village and delivered a reward to them.

Meanwhile, Colonel Flying Squirrel also arrived on the ship.

Ever since he left Cocosia Village, this guy has been keeping an eye on what's going on here.

Unexpectedly, not long after I left, Cocoyasi Village was attacked by pirates.

But when he saw that the person who defeated the Twisted Beard Pirates was actually a child, the first thing that came to his mind was Ma Yan's petite but powerful figure.

"I knew this kid wasn't that simple!"

Standing once again at the port of Cocoyasi Village, the flying squirrel's lips curled into a smile that only he knew.

Because up to this point, he hasn't told anyone about Ma Yan's situation.

He's planning something big!

When Ma Yan turns fifteen, he will definitely sell the kid... no, I mean, recruit him into the navy.

"Thank you for your hard work, Navy Captain. We have prepared food and drinks at the village restaurant. Please come in." Kensuke greeted him with a smile.

The flying squirrel nodded without speaking, then waved its hand, and a group of sailors walked into the village.

A horse-drawn carriage followed behind them, carrying several large boxes containing the bonuses for the villagers and Ma Yan.

"Strange, where is that kid?" Before entering the village, the flying squirrel even looked at the beach where Ma Yan often trained, but did not find anyone.

After entering the village, the flying squirrel's eyes continued to scan its surroundings, but it still couldn't find Ma Yan.

"Is this kid deliberately avoiding me?" the flying squirrel thought irritably, and casually asked, "Sheriff, where did little hero Norton go this time?"

"Oh! Is that so!" Kensuke said hurriedly, "The oranges in Bellemere's orchard are ripe, and they are helping to pick them."

"I see..." The flying squirrel nodded and waved his hand, saying, "In that case, let's go and deliver his bonus first. You don't have any objections, do you?"

"No, no, of course not!" Kensuke shook his head, cold sweat dripping from his forehead, and immediately led them over.

In Bellemehr Orchard.

Ma Yan was quickly picking oranges from the tree.

He thought Bellemere was too slow, so he simply climbed the tree himself.

As soon as he went up there, his efficiency was indeed much faster than Bellemere's.

Bellemere, standing under the tree holding a bamboo basket, watched as the basket quickly filled, her face beaming with happiness.

Happiness can come so simply!

The whole family works together happily.

call--

"Paper drawing!"

Suddenly, Ma Yan sensed danger approaching with his Observation Haki and immediately activated Paper Drawing without turning his head.

Why was it paper drawing that was activated, instead of iron body or Armament Haki?

Because this is the East China Sea!

Ma Yan felt she needed to keep a little low profile.

Otherwise, you'll definitely be targeted by others.

The next second, a figure appeared and kicked Ma Yan in the tree.

Ma Yan lightly dodged to the side, but when he saw who it was, he was immediately dumbfounded.

Oh no... The person who asked for the drawing has come to us, and they even used paper to draw it! This is so embarrassing!

This is like a petty thief who steals watermelons being caught by the watermelon farmer – incredibly embarrassing.

Looking at the furious flying squirrel, Ma Yan grinned, revealing an awkward smile.

"You brat, you really did steal my six moves!" After saying this coldly, the flying squirrel landed on the ground.

Bellemere watched him nervously, her whole body becoming alert.

"Don't be nervous, I just want to test my idea." Momonga smiled and looked down at Nojiko and Nami, who were also looking nervous.

Then, with a flick of his wrists, as if by magic, two beautiful rag dolls appeared in his hands.

"These are for my two lovely little princesses!"

Their eyes lit up, but then they both looked at Bellemere at the same time.

Bellemere said with a serious expression, "Colonel, this...is inappropriate!"

The flying squirrel waved its hand with a smile: "What's inappropriate about it? It's not like it's a gift for you!"

Seeing that she couldn't refuse, Bellemere could only smile and say, "Then... quickly thank your uncle."

"Thank you, Uncle!"

The two little ones were overjoyed. They bowed adorably and then reached out their little hands to take their toys, playing with them with great delight.

"What about mine?" Ma Yan jumped down and stretched out his hand confidently.

"No!" the flying squirrel glared at him irritably. "You've stolen all six of my techniques, what more do you want?"

After saying that, he pointed behind him: "I brought you all 1.8 million Berries. As soon as I heard that a kid in Cocoyasi Village wiped out Twisted Beard's gang, I guessed it was you!"

Oh no, this is terrible! Am I that obvious?

No! I'm still a child... I have to keep a low profile!

With a forced smile that was barely better than a grimace, Ma Yan didn't dare to reply. Instead, she jumped back up the tree and deftly began picking oranges.

"Colonel, thank you for bringing this personally. Here, have an orange!" Bellemere glanced at the outside of the orchard, where several boxes had been placed, guarded by naval personnel.

"I really like oranges, so please accept them!"

With a faint smile, the flying squirrel glanced at Ma Yan again, then picked up the basket of oranges and led the team away.

Oh no...

They've really caught the Navy's eye!

But I don't really want to be a navy officer...

What should I do? Everyone's online...

Ma Yan twitched his lips in slight annoyance as he watched the flying squirrel lead his men away.