At the royal palace standing atop the highest point of Fish-Man Island.
Kuzan looked down upon everything below on Fish-Man Island.
Only after ascending the throne did Kuzan understand how much responsibility this position, envied by everyone, truly carried.
Creak!
The great doors behind Kuzan were slowly pushed open.
A massive figure came to stand behind Kuzan. "Kid, do you regret it? If you do, it's not too late."
Neptune, the former king of the Ryugu Kingdom, came to Kuzan's side. Looking down at the bustling nation below, he spoke slowly.
"Aren't you organizing the migration? How do you have time to come see me? Can't let go of your crown?"
Turning around, Kuzan looked at the huge uncle beside him, who appeared fierce but had a good temper.
Kuzan rarely showed a smile.
Smack! A finger flick landed squarely on Kuzan's head.
"You brat, is that really how poorly you think of me? Since I said I'd give it up, I absolutely won't go back on my word.
"I'm worried about you, understand?
"Fish-Man Island may very well become the most dangerous place on the Grand Line in the future, without question.
"Kuzan, are you sure you want to stay here and defend this island?"
Neptune looked at the chubby kid beside him, nearly identical to Jinbe as a child. His eyes held irrepressible admiration and deep concern.
The entire world was now a complete mess.
And as the only illegal hub between the first and second halves of the Grand Line.
There was no need to even speak of the future. The disasters Fish-Man Island had faced during this period alone were already horrifying.
Large numbers of Marine warships, pirate ships, and vessels belonging to various forces had gathered at Fish-Man Island during this period due to the