Punk Hazard, located not far from the entrance to the New World, had originally been a biochemical experimental base for the Navy's science division.
More than a year ago, Punk Hazard had been completely destroyed by an accidental explosion and was ultimately abandoned by the Navy.
To outsiders, it was a barren, uninhabited island.
But Garen knew:
That place had most likely already been occupied by Doflamingo's collaborator, the evil scientist Caesar Clown, and turned into a criminal stronghold for manufacturing artificial Devil Fruit ingredients and conducting illegal human experiments.
And the one who had been covering up Punk Hazard's dark secrets all along was Vergo, the commander of G-5 Base.
Research into artificial Devil Fruits was crucial to Doflamingo. It was also the key to him latching onto Kaido's thigh. Garen had every reason to believe:
As long as Smoker, the Navy officer renowned for his integrity, "accidentally" made his way to that island, Vergo would definitely tear off his mask at all costs and reveal his true face as a criminal.
"Understood."
After listening to Garen's explanation, Smoker nodded seriously.
"In that case, I'll accompany you to Punk Hazard first."
"Good!"
Garen nodded in satisfaction and said spiritedly:
"Then let's set off at once!"
"Whatever secrets Punk Hazard is hiding, we'll get to the bottom of it today."
"Today?"
Smoker immediately caught the timing.
"You want to reach Punk Hazard today? My warship can't fly!"
"Hahaha."
Garen laughed meaningfully.
"It doesn't matter if your ship can't fly. I can make it fly."
A moment later, the warship carrying Garen and the others finally surfaced and entered the waters of the New World.
Then Smoker immediately turned a puzzled gaze toward Garen, wanting to see how he intended to make the warship fly.
"Smoker."
"You know I can use