Sailing: I Open Treasure Chests in the Pirate World

He had studied some geography at the naval academy.

While we cannot guarantee that the locations of the islands where the Seven Warlords of the Sea are situated are all accurate.

However, it can at least guarantee the accuracy of the general orientation.

Ian's tentative target is these five Shichibukai who are active in Paradise.

He decided to temporarily name the plan "Operation Hunting the Seven Warlords of the Sea"!

This "hunting operation" coincided with the "finding helpers" plan that Ian had reported to Aokiji.

In fact.

The "helpers" Ian mentioned back then were those few great pirates who were active during the Paradise phase!

After all, his current identity is that of an undercover agent, a member of the pirates' elite unit.

The only helpers Ian could recruit were pirates.

And looking at the entire ocean.

A great pirate with the strength, qualifications, and courage to challenge the Four Emperors.

If you look closely, aren't they just these few Shichibukai?

Ian's original plan was to cooperate with several of the Seven Warlords of the Sea to rush into the New World and challenge the Four Emperors!

on the other hand.

Ian's initiative in seeking out the Seven Warlords of the Sea also makes it easier to hunt down the [System Treasure Chests] on their bodies.

You can both obtain system treasure chests and improve your strength.

They can also recruit suitable subordinates and expand their influence.

It’s a win-win situation!

Ian won twice!

However, Ian did not expect that after leaving Impel Down, he would fly directly to the South China Sea...

The "Seven Warlords of the Sea Hunt" operation was forced to a halt...

It wasn't exactly a complete halt.

Although Ian did not encounter any proper Shichibukai.

But didn't they also encounter Bartholomew Kuma, who was about to become a Shichibukai?

After rounding up, there's not much difference...

Big Bear looked at the locations marked on the clay planet.

He was incredibly impressed by the intelligence capabilities Ian had demonstrated.

"Hai Xia and Tian Yacha are in the New World, so let's not consider them for now."

Ian cut out the New World phase of the clay planet, leaving only the Paradise phase.

"We are now in the South China Sea, near the doldrums, and beyond that is paradise."

"I have a question, Kuma. Your Paw-Paw Fruit should be able to teleport long distances, right?"

The bear was startled.

Ian even knew this little bit of information?

However, recalling the "extensive knowledge" that Ian had displayed, Big Bear put that little bit of surprise behind him.

"Yes, my ability allows me to teleport over extremely long distances."

The bear raised its right hand, and the fleshy ball in its palm looked bouncy and soft, extremely cute.

"Even teleportation across islands is possible."

"However, my ability is only to send people to islands I have been to before."

Ian nodded, confirming that this was consistent with the information he possessed.

Kuma's Paw-Paw Fruit allows him to "slap" a target directly into the air and land precisely at a destination of 5.5.

The only limitation to this ability is that the bear must have personally been to that location.

What a coincidence...

Big Bear once traveled all over the world with the Revolutionary Army.

This experience made the significance and value of Kuma's "Paw-Paw Fruit" far greater than imagined!

"very good."

Ian said with satisfaction.

Snake Island, Banaro Island, the terrifying three-masted ship, Klaigana Island, Alabasta.

Have you visited all five islands?

In Ian's memory, Big Bear should have visited these islands.

Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to accurately send the Straw Hat crew members to those islands for training in the future.

"Apart from Snake Island and the Thriller Bark."

"Big Bear said."

“I’ve been to Banaro Island, Klaigana Island, and Alabasta.”

Amazon Lily is located in the doldrums.

The terrifying three-masted sailing ship in the Devil's Triangle.

It's understandable that the bear hasn't been to these places yet.

Ian thought about it.

The three islands mentioned by Big Bear correspond to—

King of Lizards.

Hawkeye.

Sand crocodile.

at this time.

"Big Bear asked softly."

"If you were to travel, where would you like to go?"

Chapter 76: The Core Conditions of the "Battleship Trade"!

Ian wants to "travel," but not immediately.

He plans to set sail for the Grand Line after the South China Sea incident is resolved.

We need to deal with those warships first!

Ian had pre-booked a "Paw-Paw Fruit Global Pass" from Kuma.

Then he arranged a physical training plan for Kidd and Kira.

Ian's approach to Kidd and Kira's training plan was quite simple.

Just follow the same training regimen he underwent at the Navy Elite Recruit Training Camp!

in short--

The "Two Hundred Times Effort" Training Method!

Just as Kidd and Killer were enthusiastically starting their scientific training to improve themselves.

Aokiji sent another Den Den Mushi (a type of Den Den Mushi) message.

"Marshal Sengoku has already made his decision!"

Aokiji got straight to the point, conveying the commander's opinion directly to Ian.

"The headquarters has accepted your proposed plan and will soon send people to the South China Sea to redeem the warships and marines from you."

Ian made many demands and conditions in this "battleship deal".

Pele is just the most basic thing.

Money is only money when it circulates in the market and is successfully traded for corresponding goods.

If it's just about "money," then it's no different from waste paper.

Ian demanded a certain amount of Baileys from headquarters in exchange for three large naval warships.

But more important are other practical resources that can help during the voyage!

This includes, but is not limited to, nautical charts, logbooks, intelligence data on special individuals, etc.

Of all these conditions, the most crucial one is—

Where is Dr. Vegapunk?

Ian looked at the Den Den Mushi and asked the question that concerned him most.

Vegapunk is the core condition of this 19-ship "battleship deal"!

of course.

Ian wasn't referring to exchanging three large warships for one Vegapunk.

Even if we take a step back and say that...

Sengoku suddenly lost his mind and forcibly sent Vegapunk over...

Ian simply couldn't afford to support this man who was "the world's most brilliant mind."

A super scientist who is ahead of his time requires endless resources to cultivate.

Ian simply wanted to meet with Vegapunk to help Kuma and Bonnie get a treatment plan for "Jade Scales".

"The opinion of the Warring States Marshal is..."

Aokiji said slowly.

"In principle, headquarters cannot allow 'pirates' to have close contact with Dr. Vegapunk."

"I disagree in principle."

Ian raised an eyebrow, understanding Aokiji's unspoken meaning.

"So that means it's actually possible?"

"Correct."

Qing Pheasant responded.

"After all, you are a member of the Sharp Blade Force and a part of the Navy."

"Marshal Sengoku has agreed to your request; he will allow you to meet with Dr. Vegapunk."

"However, Marshal Zhanguo made one more request."

Ian asked, "What are your requirements?"

"If you want to see Dr. Vegapunk, you must come to Punk Hazard in person."

Aokiji spoke slowly.

"On the other hand, you must be accompanied by Borsalino throughout the meeting to meet with Dr. Vegapunk."

"Kizaru... an admiral? I understand."

Ian nodded slightly.

"However, I am currently in the South China Sea and cannot go to Punk Hazard Island in the New World for the time being."

"I would like to request permission to contact Dr. Vegapunk via Den Den Mushi."

The South China Sea is separated from the New World by a red earth continent.

Although Ian's Blue-Eyes White Dragon and Kuma's Paw-Paw Fruit can both "cross" the Red Line.