Dual Operations

On the vast ocean, the Goubuli sets sail once again.

However, unlike when it arrived, there's now a small white dog on board the Goubuli...

In addition, a turbine has been added to the powertrain, further increasing the speed.

The turbine's fuel source was naturally Caesar gas cylinders.

Caesar's gas supply was so plentiful that it could not only power the ships but also supply the ship's barbecue system.

Ma Qiao is having a contest with his white dog friend Yamato, to see who can eat more meatballs.

Since both of them are naturally thin, they gave it their all.

"Couldn't you have said a few more nice words to your father and finally removed the explosive bracelet from your wrist?"

Having experienced a gas explosion before, Ma Qiao was still wary of the remote-controlled bomb in Yamato's possession.

This thing is said to be quite powerful; getting hit by one is no joke.

Ma Qiao wasn't entirely clear on what Kaido's thought process led him down the path of sending his daughter into hiding.

However, he ultimately did not completely deactivate the explosive bracelet on Yamato's hand; he simply changed the pre-programmed detonation from upon leaving Onigashima to a remote-controlled explosion.

"I'm not going to say anything nice to that Kaido guy!"

Yamato's sitting posture was not elegant.

Holding a skewer of meat in one hand and a beer in the other, she leaned lazily against the mast, her full breasts creating a striking curve in her clothes.

Moreover, due to the nature of the clothing, the sleeveless short robe offered no protection against the exposure of skin from the side.

It would occasionally blind Teacher Ma.

At the same time, a pair of ivory-white calves emerged parallel to one side from the hem of the samurai's outfit.

Straight and slender, yet not thin; the taut calves have a slight undulation, and the outline of the rounded thighs can be faintly seen.

One can imagine that their feel is incomparable to that of girls with so-called "good figures" and "chopstick legs".

"Delicious!"

Yamato downed a whole can of beer in one gulp, stretched, and said nonchalantly, "That Kaido guy has always wanted me to become an important member of his forces. That bracelet is probably just a bluff; it won't explode!"

Ma Qiao sighed.

You two, father and daughter, are a perfect match, a loving father and a filial daughter.

If I hadn't read the original story, I might have believed Yamato's judgment.

After all, who would give their only daughter such a dangerous thing?

But as it turns out, Yamato's bracelet not only explodes, but its power is astonishing.

However, it was actually quite easy to pick; King Luffy easily plucked it off and threw it far away.

However, this would likely require an extremely high level of Armament Haki.

This is indeed one of Ma Qiao's weaknesses.

To be honest, Ma Qiao has not mastered any kind of Haki so far.

Although he doesn't seem to need it.

Decisive Strike is far more effective against Logia attacks than Armament Haki.

As for removing the explosive bracelet, it's feasible to give Yamato a Zhonya's Hourglass before removing it.

However, having more skills is never a bad thing, Ma Qiao felt it was necessary to visit an old friend.

Blue blue blue~

Just then, Ma Qiao's Den Den Mushi rang.

To be precise, it was the QQ on the Mobile Den Den Mushi.

On Ma Qiao's QQ account, there is a special group.

All the friends in the list have changed their tags.

[Sky blue purity]

[Orange blazing]

[Pink's poison]

Now:

"[Sky Blue Pure] requests a video call with you."

"Yamato, I need to use the restroom."

Teacher Ma stood up and ran away in a flash.

"Uncle, is your business trip still going?"

In the video, Vivi has just finished showering; her hair is still wet and is piled up on her head, revealing two delicate little ears.

Looking at the innocent yet alluring Vivi, Ma Qiao felt inexplicably guilty.

Although aside from poking Yamato's butt, I haven't actually done anything to wrong Vivi.

However, even disregarding the facts, the boy still bears a slight responsibility for not protecting himself properly outside.

Ma Qiao explained, "This client is a very difficult one; it will probably take a little longer..."

"Difficult to deal with? How difficult is it? More difficult than during the East Blue incident?"

In the scene, Nami, wrapped in a bath towel, walks out of the bathroom with her hair also wet.

Ma Qiao was taken aback. "You guys???"

Nami, with a mischievous grin, darted in front of the camera, grabbed the somewhat shy Vivi, and pressed her already budding member against Vivi's delicate face, laughing as she said:

"Hehe, there have been a lot of earthquakes in Shurima lately, and Vivi's scared sleeping alone. As her best friend, of course I have to keep her company!"

"Nami, don't talk nonsense! You were the one who said you were bored by yourself, that's why you came to my room with your pillow!"

"Relax, relax, let's stick together and keep each other warm, unlike some guy who's out there enjoying a life of luxury!"

"The uncle is working, we should support him."

"Tch, didn't you see the barbecue sauce on his lips?"

"Hmm, that seems to be the case! Uncle, don't you want to use the Flying Raijin Technique to get back and explain?"

Watching these two scantily clad young women playfully fighting, yet their words had cornered him, Ma Qiao's forehead broke out in a cold sweat.

Just then, there was a loud knocking on the bathroom door, followed by Yamato's boisterous voice.

"Brother Ma Qiao, you're not secretly doing something naughty by yourself, are you? I need to use the restroom too, let's go together!"

"Brother Yamato, wait a moment, I'll be right there!"

"What's there to be shy about? It's not like I haven't seen you before..."

"Joe, are you really drinking with a client?"

In the shot, Nami showed a surprised expression.

As Cat Burglar, Nami has a keen intuition about these kinds of things.

After all, back in the East Blue, Ma Qiao had already demonstrated skill in operating on two fronts simultaneously.

However, compared to then, the offensive and defensive strategies of Cat Burglar have now changed.

However, she didn't expect that Ma Qiao was actually drinking with boys.

Yamato used masculine language, coupled with her carefree tone and the natural aura she had cultivated over the years of acting like a boy, which fooled even Nami.

"I knew the older man wouldn't bring any more pretty girls home!"

Vivi muttered under her breath, "We should be wary of that pink Fox..."

"I never expected this lecherous old man to be so well-behaved..."

Nami shrugged helplessly.

"Hey, hey, hey, you haven't hung up yet! Is it really okay for me to say that?!"

Ma Qiao put on a stern face and reprimanded him in a serious tone:

"And even if I have dealings with women, it's just for work. You are my wings in my career, you should support my work!"

Okay, okay, I got it!

Nami sighed, "I'll take good care of Vivi for you, bye!"

Amidst the playful noise and Vivi's screams, the video call was abruptly ended.

Just as Ma Qiao was about to switch to the Vision Ward's view to observe further, the bathroom door was kicked open with a bang.

"You're so slow!"

Yamato swaggered in, then pulled down his pants in front of Teacher Ma, attempting to urinate standing up...

Indeed, psychotherapy is not something that can be achieved overnight!

Ma Qiao strongly suspects that Yamato's obedient demeanor on Onigashima was entirely a ploy to fool Kaido and gain the opportunity to go out.

Along the way, she began to act like a man again, and would occasionally take advantage of Teacher Ma.

The key issue is that Ma Qiao has no idea whether she's taking advantage of him, or whether Yamato, with her stunningly beautiful face, is behaving like a young girl or a so-called man when she squats down to observe him urinating.

If it's the former, then Ma Qiao is prepared to immediately order a dose of Elixir of Iron to show her what a real man is.

But if it's the latter...

A real man should sleep with another man.

That's just a joke, don't take it seriously.

Of course, during the long journey, Ma Qiao still managed to use the Flying Thunder God Technique to return to his Shurima.

While striving to expand into overseas markets, it is even more important to keep a close eye on one's own core business. This is a truth that every capitalist must always keep in mind.

Especially Vivi.

Upon discovering that Crocodile had appeared in Shurima, Ma Qiao planned to further enhance her self-defense capabilities.

According to rumors circulating in the capital Alubarna, King Cobra has been missing for a long time.

Ma Qiao is worried that this is Crocodile's doing.

Strangely, Vivi's secret Den Den Mushi always managed to safely contact her father.

It seems that Cobra hasn't encountered any danger, at least his personal freedom hasn't been restricted.

However, in any case, it is still very necessary to plan ahead and increase Vivi's ability to protect herself.

Moreover, unlike Nami's role as a financial officer, Vivi was trained to be a press officer.

For example, in the currently only weekly "Weekend News," Vivi acts as a tool for reading the news.

In addition, she can also be considered a journalist in a certain sense.

Reporters in the world of One Piece are in a dangerous position.

Simply running fast is not enough to ensure safety.

Currently, the preliminary moves of Ma Qiao's version of the [Nine Forms], excluding the [Flying Thunder God Technique], are as follows:

[Grasping Roots]: Zyra's E ability. It can bind and slow down enemies, and then whip them.

When used in conjunction with Vivi's signature weapon, the Peacock Chain, it can produce excellent combat results.

It can be used in active combat, and it's also a godsend for escaping and running away.

In certain situations, Grasping Roots can also add some fun.

[Z-Drive Resonance]: Ekko's passive skill. After the third attack, a resonance will be generated, increasing dash speed.

[Primal Surge]: Nidalee's E skill in human form restores energy to herself or an allied hero when they are tired, and increases that hero's damage output speed by 30%.

With control, acceleration, and recovery abilities, plus her previous mobility, Ma Qiao felt that Vivi's safety would be greatly enhanced with these four skills.

Of course, these skills are easy to talk about, but to use them proficiently requires a lot of practice.

Moreover, in Vivi's mind, Uncle Ma Qiao's teaching her of martial arts techniques would consume her lifespan, so Ma Qiao could only proceed gradually, developing her skills little by little, allowing Vivi to slowly accept them.

And so, from the moment his journey began on Onigashima, Ma Qiao spent his days going back and forth between two points.

It was hard work, but fulfilling.