El said to Vegapunk: "I am a pirate. In addition to robbing other pirates' treasures, I also have the ability to rob the celestial gold that was handed over to the Celestial Dragons by various countries."

Although the consequences of El's method are serious, it is not an unacceptable proposal for Vegapunk.

As long as the funding problem can be solved, the means used don't matter. As long as he doesn't do it himself, the Navy will only investigate Al.

He knew that the Al in front of him did have such strength, but the navy was not easy to mess with, so he had to remind him: "Snatching the bounty means facing huge risks. Have you fully considered the consequences of doing so?"

Al waved his hand gently, his tone somewhat indifferent: "Compared with the lost one hundred years of history that you are exploring, the risks and challenges of robbing the sky gold are really insignificant."

This sentence struck Vegapunk's heart like a bolt of lightning. He fixed his eyes on Al and asked nervously, "How did you know about this? Has the World Government also known about this?"

"Don't worry, the World Government knows nothing about this yet." Al explained, "I personally inferred this information through clues. I am friends with Mr. Long, the leader of the Revolutionary Army, and I was the one who stopped you from transforming Bear. In addition, I also learned the secret of the ancient robot that caused trouble in Marijoa two hundred years ago."

Vegapunk was deeply attracted by Al's words, and he couldn't wait to ask about the secrets of the ancient robots.

Al explained patiently, "The ancient robot is currently dormant, waiting for the arrival of the sun god Nika before it can wake up again. According to ancient records, it was Joyboy's comrade-in-arms, and fought with him against the Twenty-Nation Alliance."

Upon hearing this, Vegapunk frowned and fell into deep thought: "So, what is the key factor in awakening this robot? Is it some specific ritual, or does it rely on some kind of fruit ability?"

El shook his head, indicating that he was not sure: "I guess it may be related to Nika's fruit ability. When it hears the sound of the drum of liberation, it should wake up."

Thinking that he might not be able to witness the glorious reappearance of ancient technology, Vegapunk couldn't help but express some regret: "It's a pity that the sun god Nika only exists in ancient legends. I may not be able to witness the awakening of ancient robots in my lifetime."

Seeing this, Al smiled and comforted him, "Doctor, you don't need to be too pessimistic. The sun god Nika is actually already in this world, but he has not yet awakened. We just need to wait patiently, and we will eventually usher in the moment when he comes again."

When Vegapunk heard this, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes. He grabbed Al's arm tightly and said, "Are you telling the truth? Do you know where he is?"

"In the past eight hundred years, the Sun God Nika Fruit has been renamed the Rubber Fruit by the World Government. However, the Rubber Fruit alone is useless. Except for Joy Boy back then, no one has awakened the power of this fruit."

"Gum-Gum Fruit, you mean the Straw Hat Luffy who caused a commotion on Judicial Island and Mariford, right? I remember he was the son of Dragon."

"Yes, Dr. Vegapunk, the moment he awakens the fruit, he will truly become the Sun God Nika."

Hearing this, Vegapunk gradually calmed down: "Then let's wait together for the coming of the Sun God Nika. I hope the son of the dragon will not let me down."

Seeing that the time was right, Al struck while the iron was hot and handed his Den Den Mushi to Vegapunk: "Doctor, in addition to sponsoring your research funds, I hope you can help me build a base to popularize truly free energy."

Vegapunk did not immediately respond to the suggestion of a sub-base, but asked curiously: "What exactly do you mean by free energy?"

El explained in detail: "My companion has the ability of the Thunder Fruit, which makes me deeply aware of the huge potential of electricity. I believe that electricity is the most perfect energy that can make people all over the world enjoy the most convenient energy. It can be generated by water, fire, wind and even sunlight. It can drive various devices and greatly facilitate people's lives."

Then, based on his memories and experiences from his previous life, Al described to Vegapunk in detail the various changes that would be brought about by the popularization of electricity.

His words were like opening the door to a new world, and Vegapunk was immediately attracted by the unlimited potential described by Al.

He quickly understood all the principles of power generation that Al talked about and the supporting equipment that used electricity as energy.

By building power generation facilities on the edge of the island, the daily energy needs of everyone on a small island can be easily met.

This idea excited Vegapunk, and he agreed to Al's request without hesitation: "This is indeed a very meaningful research project. Please wait for me here. I am willing to cooperate with you to promote this great plan together."

After finishing speaking, Vegapunk instantly disappeared from the reception room. He synchronized his memories about electricity into the punk records separately and arranged for Edison and Pythagoras to conduct research on this project first.

At the same time, Al realized that his system had quietly completed the comprehensive synchronization and reading of all the data recorded by Punk.

The voice of the system sounded in my mind.

[The system has successfully read the knowledge of this world and is upgrading the system core]

Then, he felt the barrier inside his body that blocked the three Devil Fruit powers in his body disappear without any warning.

While no one was paying attention, El quietly transformed into human-beast form. He condensed the deep gravity of the Dark-Dark Fruit with his left hand, and exerted the vibration power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit with his right hand.

After examining his new form with satisfaction, El quickly retracted the power, returned to normal, and quietly waited for Vegapunk's return.

On the other side, under the guidance of Sakya, Robin and his companions were traveling through this futuristic city. Their eyes were attracted by all kinds of novel small technological products.

Keya discovered many advanced medical devices, while Robin was attracted by several electronic screens that stored a large number of books.

Nami chose a holographic device with a detailed world map containing the world government's records. This is undoubtedly the most precious treasure for her.

Nochigo even brought home an automatic food processor. As long as you put in the corresponding ingredients, you can choose your favorite food from the 500 set recipes.

Several other people also selected some electronic products they liked according to their own preferences.

Soon, Vegapunk returned to the reception room and continued talking with Al.

"Your proposal is perfect, Al. I think you have the potential to become an outstanding scientist."

Chapter 116 The Boundness of Desire (Please recommend and collect)

Vegapunk was generous in expressing his admiration for Al.

Al responded modestly: "You are too kind. It took me a long time to come up with this idea. What I yearn for more is the free and easy life of a pirate."

"Regarding that sub-base you mentioned, do you have any good recommendations? We need to stay away from the eyes and ears of the World Government."

After hearing Vegapunk talking about the location of the sub-base, Al suggested: "Doctor, I know a very hidden place. It is difficult for anyone to reach there except you, Doctor. There are also a large number of robots there. As long as enough electricity is provided, they can be activated to serve as the guardians of the base."

"Really? Who made the robots? Where are they?"

Al pointed to the sky and said to Vegapunk, "It's on the moon. It's deserted and we won't be disturbed by anyone. I believe that neither the World Government nor the Navy would think of us building a research base on the moon."

Vegapunk laughed when he heard that. "That's indeed a perfect choice. Even I hadn't thought of that. I will arrange for Lilith to take VegaForce 1 to the moon and start building a branch base."

Al nodded in agreement and added: "If there is a chance, I will also ask Big Bear to help protect the moon. His fruit ability can not only transport supplies, but also provide additional security for the base."

After discussing the details, Vegapunk asked about the construction site of the power facilities: "Where do you plan to use these power facilities? Do you need to avoid the eyes and ears of the World Government?"

El already had it planned out: "I plan to start from Alabasta. My crew member Vivi is the princess there, and she can fully promote the implementation of this policy. Once Alabasta is successful, I will contact Mr. Long to promote these electric energy sources in the countries where he has successfully revolutionized."

"That's no problem. Once these devices are manufactured, I will send them to Arubana in Alabasta."

Seeing that the matter had been discussed, Al's eyes became serious and deep, and he spoke out the topic that worried him the most: "Doctor, although you cleverly created your own clone to share your work, I must remind you that human desire is like an abyss, which is never satisfied. Your clone formed by desire is a very dangerous existence. Please be careful and prevent it before it happens."

Vegapunk was a little confused by these words, his brows slightly furrowed, his eyes revealing confusion. "Is this really necessary? After all, in a sense, they are all part of me." He responded with a hint of hesitation in his voice.

"Desire is a ferocious beast lurking deep within the human heart. Once it gets out of control, the consequences can be disastrous." Al replied in a firm tone, "Doctor, I think it's never too careful."

Looking at Al's serious and earnest expression, Vegapunk seemed to realize something and he fell into deep thought.

After a moment, he raised his head and said slowly: "You make sense. I will seriously consider and adjust York's authority settings to ensure that everything is under control."

Hearing Vegapunk's promise, El felt relieved.

Although the road ahead is still full of uncertainties, at least such measures may temporarily delay York's betrayal.

Then, Al changed the subject and mentioned another matter. "Doctor, there is a member on my ship. She is Judge's daughter. She was transformed by Judge using her bloodline factor. Can you help check if there are any hidden dangers in her body? Her current problem is that she is like a robot and cannot disobey Judge's orders."

"Judge..." Vegapunk whispered the name of his former assistant, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. "I haven't contacted him for a long time. Take her to the laboratory. I want to see how far Judge has progressed in the field of bloodline factors."

Under the guidance of Vegapunk and Shakya, El, Robin, Reiju and others reunited outside the laboratory.

El said to Reiju, "Reiju, I would like to ask Dr. Vegapunk to examine your body. He is the scientist who has done the most in-depth research on bloodline factors in the world. He may be able to find a way to solve the emotional deficiency of your brothers."

El's words ignited a glimmer of hope in Reiju's heart. Her three younger brothers had become inhumane because of their father's transformation, which was the saddest thing for their mother.

Soon, Vegapunk drew Reiju's blood, and after a series of sophisticated instrument analyses, he finally came to a conclusion.

His expression was solemn. "This fellow Jiazhi's use of the bloodline factor is too superficial. He actually dared to use such a high level of technology on his own children. It's really outrageous."

He pointed at the data on the report, his tone filled with helplessness, "The effects of the transformation last too long, I can't raise her condition to the level of a Seraph, but I can treat the side effects of those shoddy transformations."

Under his arrangement, Reiju entered the culture chamber and was quickly surrounded by clear culture fluid, which contained Vegapunk's latest research results.

Vegapunk explained: "These liquids can eliminate the side effects of Judge's transformation. Once she has absorbed them completely, she can come out."

Then he added, "As for the problem you mentioned about her brothers losing their emotions, I will prepare some special drugs that can eliminate this side effect after injection. However, according to my research, it is difficult for a person's personality to be changed after adulthood. Even if they regain their human emotions, their behavior patterns may not change much."

After a long time, Reiju, who had completed the treatment, received the precious medicine. He expressed his sincere gratitude to Vegapunk, thanking him for allowing his brother to have the right to obtain human emotions.

Before leaving, Shakya asked Ai'er to convey a message to Big Bear on his behalf, saying that the transformation of Big Bear had always been the original's regret.

Initially, it was his own obsession with being a pacifist, and later it was the forced orders of the Five Elders that made him sink deeper and deeper into the path of transforming into a big bear.

Now Vegapunk is very happy that Kuma and Bonnie can break away from the control of the World Government and live the life they want.

After bidding farewell to Shakya, Nami piloted the Orange Windmill and soared under the sky of Sky Island using flying wings, guided by the permanent compass of Wano Country given to them by Shakya.

Nami spread the wings of the Orange Windmill, took off from the Sky Island, and headed forward according to the direction of the permanent compass of Wano Country given by Shakya.

Originally, due to his health problems, El planned to recuperate in Alabasta until he recovered and then sneak into Wano Country to seize the Orochi Fruit.

However, after the system absorbed Vegapunk's research records, it miraculously shortened the recovery time from three months to just over a month.

This was thanks to the system acquiring a large amount of research information on devil fruits. These precious data accelerated the fusion process of the three devil fruits.

Chapter 117: Future Route (Please recommend and collect)

When the Orange Windmill landed steadily on the sparkling sea, Al gathered all the crew members.

Faced with Al's sudden call, the crew members were full of doubts and curiosity, but seeing how serious he was, all kinds of speculations involuntarily emerged in everyone's minds.

"Thank you all for taking care of me over the past month," Al's voice was full of gratitude. "With your help, I have recovered ahead of schedule."

Hearing this, the crew members showed relieved smiles on their faces. Kaya walked forward and carefully checked El's physical condition.

El accepted Kaya's examination, and then changed the subject and mentioned an important decision concerning the future direction of the El Pirate Group.

Without much hesitation, he directly stated his plan to give up his status as a Shichibukai and planned to rob the Tianjo gold that various countries paid as tribute to the Celestial Dragons this year.

Since the start of sailing in early May, preparations for the gold from various countries have been in full swing, and they will wait for the arrival of the navy escort ship to transport the gold to Mary Geoise.

"This matter concerns everyone's future. I hope you will think carefully and tell me your thoughts in private."

His words instantly made the atmosphere at the scene solemn. Over the past eight hundred years, the iron-fisted rule of the Celestial Dragons over the world has been deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and has become an unshakable existence.

For Robin, ever since her hometown was destroyed by the World Government, she no longer had any respect for these so-called gods.

Rebecca had also received her father's advice through Den Den Mushi earlier that no matter what decision Al made, she would follow him firmly.

Sisters Nami and Nokigo also reacted quickly, and they smiled at each other. They had been taught by Belmeber since they were young, and if it weren't for the invasion of the Arlong Pirates, perhaps they would have followed in Belmeber's footsteps and joined the navy.

But reality does not allow for assumptions. The two sisters saw the determination in each other's eyes, and they both chose to stand on Al's side.

For Kaya, her experience in the El Pirates far surpassed the long years she spent in Silob Village. She enjoyed the days of adventure with El and was willing to continue to accompany him and witness his growth and glory.

At this moment, a fragment of memory suddenly flashed through her mind. It was the embarrassing moment in front of El when she first tasted the slippery fruit.

Perona grew up under Moriah's command. She was only interested in zombies and naturally had no idea about the Celestial Dragons. She was more concerned about the new home she was building with these sisters.

As for Reiju, the shadow of the Vinsmoke family has dissipated in her heart with Vegapunk's treatment, and she supports every decision made by El.

For her, perhaps completely defeating her father's desire to rule the North Sea is the best way to help her brothers.

In contrast, Vivi and Tashigi were in deep entanglement.

As the princess of Alabasta, every decision Vivi makes may affect the fate of the country.

Her original goal in going to sea was to change the country and obtain the Snow-Snow Fruit that would prevent Alabasta from being torn apart by war due to rain.

As a former member of the navy, Tashigi's elite naval education made her feel a little uneasy about robbing Tenshangjin.

Looking at the different expressions of his companions, Al did not try to persuade them any more. This road was destined to be bumpy, and he could not force their will.

Seeing the depressing atmosphere, Al clapped his hands suddenly. The crisp sound echoed in the air, instantly attracting everyone's attention to him.

The corners of his mouth curled up into a mysterious smile, and his eyes flashed with a strange light, "Finally, I have something special to share with you all."

After saying this, El clenched his right hand suddenly, condensed the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit and swung it outward. Accompanied by a loud noise, a column of water shot up into the sky like a giant silver dragon.

Then, he released a black hole towards the water column with his left hand. The gravitational force that was enough to swallow everything instantly pulled the entire water column until it completely disappeared into the abyss of the black hole.

Then, Al turned his left hand to the other side of the boat, and the seawater compressed by the black hole was transformed into a high-pressure water gun, which cut through the sky like the roar of an angry dragon, and blasted up a wave.

Al's series of actions were as smooth as flowing water, but everyone was shocked as if they had witnessed the explosion of a blockbuster bomb.

"Captain, isn't this Blackbeard's fruit ability?" Tashigi asked in astonishment.

El smiled and gave his prepared explanation: "This time it can be said to be a blessing in disguise. You know that my special ability can accurately capture devil fruits. After I used the forbidden move that day, my body was extremely weak, and my special ability also became abnormal. It did not transform the dead Blackbeard's fruit into a new devil fruit as usual, but directly absorbed it into my body, causing me to fall into a coma for a month."

Rebecca opened her eyes wide in surprise: "Then Captain, will you have three fruit abilities in the future?"

Robin seemed calmer. She pondered for a moment and asked, "Al, does this have any negative impact on you? Do you want us to go back and ask Dr. Vegapunk to check you carefully?"

Al smiled and shook his head, his eyes gleaming with confidence: "Yes, I do have three fruit abilities now. You have also heard of Dr. Vegapunk's theory that the power of devil fruits may be the key to human evolution. Perhaps my current situation is indeed a little advanced, but I don't feel anything abnormal with my body. If we go back, I'm afraid we will have to cooperate with his research on Egghead Island for a long time, so forget it."

Although everyone was still worried, seeing his confident look, they finally swallowed their worries.

At this time, Robin's eyes moved between El and Vivi, and he made a suggestion: "El, if you plan to rob the Tenjo Gold, maybe you can do it without revealing your identity. You can disguise yourself first, and then let Vivi use her illusion to cover you up. As long as you use the power of other fruits, I believe the World Government will not easily suspect us."

Then, she turned to Vivi and said gently, "Princess Vivi, if El takes Tenjo Gold, even if you quit the El Pirates early, the Navy and the World Government will not let you go easily. If you are worried about Alabasta being implicated, you might as well stay and cover for El."

Robin's words were like a bright light, opening the shackles in Vivi's heart.

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