The Great Voyage: The Props Master on the Straw Hat Ship

Everyone initially thought there was no problem with it, but spanning three years was something only a Shichibukai, who had been meticulously planning a major operation, could accomplish.

Just~

When Link heard that a large number of dancing fans had been discovered inside the palace, he couldn't suppress his urge to complain.

"Is the Alabasta royal palace a sieve? It's been infiltrated to this extent."

"It wasn't until the situation became critical that we realized something was wrong and discovered that other areas weren't getting rain?!"

"And Crocodile, you've already extended your tentacles into the palace, so why can't you just sneak in, capture the king and the royal family, and torture them severely?!"

"Since you're not interested in this country anyway, and all you want is the ancient weapon Hades, why bother with all this trouble to start this rebellion? Isn't this just pointless and unnecessary?"

Link really had the urge to face Crocodile again.

And I really want to ask King Cobra a good question: being kind and benevolent is one thing, but those things can't be used as policies for governing a country!

Out of respect for Vivi, Link refrained from saying these things.

However, since no trace of the rebels could be found in Elmaru, there were only two other places to go.

The first is Yuba, a trading center in western Alabasta, whose oasis-like nature is no less than that of cities along the Almaru route.

It is said that the rebel army's previous gathering place was in that city.

However, it is uncertain whether that city will also become an abandoned city like Elmaru, and whether the rebel army there has already moved its base.

The second option is to go directly to "610" to find Crocodile, the city of dreams where he currently resides, which is also his base of operations. It is the only capital city in the country that has not been affected by drought and internal strife, Rainland.

Well, all the other cities suffered from drought, but everything in Rainland was normal, prosperous and thriving, and it was also the main base of pirates.

The Nefertari royal family and the other inhabitants of the kingdom didn't suspect a thing... Fine~

After discussion, the group decided to go to the rainy area first.

Even if they found the rebels and successfully persuaded them.

However, if members of the Baroque Works interfere and muddy the waters again, the situation could once again spiral out of control.

After finding the right direction, the group left the city that was once an oasis but is now a scene of devastation.

Whether you're heading to the Rainlands or to Yuba, you'll inevitably have to pass through this vast, boundless sea of ​​sand.

After setting foot on this land, Luffy and his crew certainly felt the intense heat of this place.

"It's so hot, I don't want to leave at all..."

Luffy was there, holding a cane, sticking out his tongue, and struggling to walk forward.

No matter how energetic he was, after jumping around for a while under the scorching sun, he couldn't keep up anymore.

"It is said that the daytime temperature in this desert can reach fifty degrees Celsius..."

Nami wiped the sweat from her face and looked at Sanji and Zoro, who seemed perfectly fine.

"Are you two monsters? Don't you feel anything in this weather?"

"It's definitely hot, but this can also be considered a form of training to temper one's will."

Zoro answered without turning his head.

"If you feel hot, Miss Nami, you can take off some clothes. I can help you!"

"Die!!!"

The desert sun and ultraviolet rays were so intense that Nami would rather die from the heat.

"That's true, but we can cultivate anytime. In an environment like this, we shouldn't torture ourselves anymore." Link also felt that the hot weather wasn't a good solution.

Although the "Eskimo baby bottle" could help lower the temperature, traversing this vast desert and stepping on the scorching hot sand was still quite uncomfortable.

Furthermore, it's uncertain whether there are any dangerous or treacherous things beneath these pebbles.

"Then let's take a different kind of desert trip!!"

Link clapped his hands and then raised his arm forward.

Boom! !

The sound of a heavy object falling to the ground was heard, clearly indicating that it landed on the sand and even dented the sand.

"This is... a ship?!"

Some of the others looked at the two ships Link had taken out, seemingly puzzled.

One of the small boats was a very simple yellow and red boat, like the ones in the park's lakes that require oars to propel.

The other boat, equipped with a steering wheel, clutch, and accelerator, as well as soft green seats, is clearly a more advanced, automated, and comfortable speedboat.

"These are a small land boat and a land speedboat."

Link explained with a smile, "Both of these ships are capable of sailing on land."

Prop: [Land Boat].

Description: The boat can be placed on the ground and travel on land. The boat moves in the same way as rowing on a lake and requires manual operation.

Item: [Land-based speedboat].

Description: You can drive it on land just like you're driving a speedboat on the sea, experiencing the feeling of speeding across land. It's very easy to operate and provides a great user experience.

Both ships are vehicles that can travel on land.

The difference is that a boat needs to be rowed by manpower, and the facilities on board are very basic.

Motorboats, on the other hand, are like driving a car—they're fast, easy to operate, and require minimal time and effort. Plus, the seats are like soft sofas, making them incredibly comfortable!

"Although both ships can travel on desert land, they obviously have their advantages and disadvantages, and we can't all be on the same ship."

After introducing the functions of the two ships, seeing a group of people enthusiastically gathering around, Link laid out the unpleasant truth upfront;

"So, with so many of us, we'll definitely have to split up. Some of us will get on the speedboat, and some of us will get on the small rowing boat."

At this point, Link coughed lightly. "Alright, now you can decide for yourselves which ship you want to go on."

With that, Link headed straight for the [Land Speedboat].

"That's too cunning, Link. You want to just go for that comfortable speedboat?!"

Upon seeing this, Luffy immediately jumped out and reprimanded Link for this privileged behavior.

Well, he's not stupid; he knows which ship is easier and which is more comfortable.

And more importantly~

"That speedboat looks so much more fun and interesting, I want to drive it!!"

He was rubbing his hands together, quite eager to try, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

"First, I provided these props; second, only I know how to drive this speedboat."

Link replied confidently, "So I think I have every reason to drive this speedboat!"

"I don't care!!"

Luffy stretched out his arm and started spinning it around, shouting, "I want to try piloting it! I'm the captain, after all!!"

"The Merry is already in port, so logically I should be the captain on this small land vessel?"

Link glanced at Luffy, then looked at the others behind him.

"Of course, if others agree that you should drive this speedboat, I have no objection. Raise your hand if you agree that Luffy should drive it."

No one, including Chopper, raised their hand.

"Raise your hand if you disagree with Luffy piloting!"

La la la!!

Everyone raised their hands, including Luffy's brother Ace.

Yes, not a blood brother, but closer than a blood brother.

"Wow, you guys..."

Luffy was so angry that he wanted to say something more, but Nami ruthlessly suppressed him.

"You'd better just shut up!!"

I was practically burning up in the heat just now, but I still had so much energy. I'm a monster, really!

"Judging from its specifications, this land speedboat can seat about six people, including the driver's seat."

Zoro glanced at the speedboat. "And we have one, two, three... a total of nine people."

This includes Ace.

"That is to say, three people need to go to that small boat and row."

"In that case, let's just draw lots!"

Usopp took eight strips out of his backpack.

“Link will definitely be in charge of driving, so the remaining eight of us will draw lots to decide which three unlucky guys will get to sit on that small, moving boat!” This suggestion was unanimously agreed upon by everyone, but Nami still wanted to struggle a bit, hoping to use the weak girl to gain a right.

"No, everyone has to draw lots together!!"

Lying on the sand, Luffy made a weak declaration as the captain of this pirate crew and as a man.

Yes, except in special circumstances, no one, regardless of gender or age, has the right to special treatment!

Nami just pursed her lips and didn't say anything before continuing to draw lots.

She's not some special breed of dog, so of course she'll abide by fair and just rules.

The Straw Hat Pirates, along with Vivi and the others, all drew lots.

Ace, as a guest, did not approach the lot, but he still participated in the draw, and the last lot was his.

Luffy, having gotten up from the ground, once again demonstrated his position as captain by drawing the first lot.

However, the result of the draw...

"how so?!!"

Luffy stared at the bright red winning number in his hand, one of the three unlucky ones, looking as if he had suffered a huge blow.

"Hahaha, Luffy, just accept your fate."

Sanji chuckled, puffing on a cigarette that could be lit without a lighter in the desert. "Thanks to you for taking one first, our chances have increased even more!!"

He couldn't wait to draw the second one.

"Then I can ride a speedboat with Miss Vivi and Miss Nami, enjoying the sandstorm and feeling carefree. Ah, just thinking about it makes me feel..."

It's so exciting, it's hard to resist!!

Sanji, feeling excited again, was lost in the wonderful images that were about to unfold in his mind when he picked up the fortune stick and looked at it.

An unusually glaring, ominous red label.

Sanji's body suddenly stiffened.

Click?

As another gust of sandstorm howled, his heart shattered once again.

Others looked on with sympathy, but were secretly delighted.

Well, after Sanji and Luffy both won the lottery, there's only one left out of the remaining six.

Surely, bad luck can't just fall on your head, right?

Zoro, Nami, Vivi, Usopp, and Chopper drew lots in turn.

"how so?!!"

Nami looked at the bright red "lucky draw" in her hand, her face filled with a look of utter despair.

"Thank goodness"

Usopp and Chopper both patted their chests in relief.

Nami drew the third unlucky red tag, so the last one left, which went to Ace, was naturally a good one.

"Wow!! Miss Nami is actually going to share a small boat with me..."

Upon learning this, Sanji was instantly revitalized.