Absolute Justice, Merry's Demise
"How could such a thing be possible?"
Mayor Iceburg gasped after reading the newspaper.
He dialed a secret number and confirmed the news's authenticity through his personal network.
Franky's surprise was not an isolated case.
Everyone gasped after reading the newspaper.
They felt that this might be a hallucination caused by being drunk.
But the headlines clearly state...
Wang Yan – the "Absolute Justice" recognized by the World Government, standing above the Three Admirals of the Navy, Fleet Admiral Sengoku, and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Kong Garp.
His status transcends the system, and his voice carries more weight than that of ordinary Celestial Dragons and nobles.
He can even define good and evil on his own, reinterpret social morality, and define people's code of conduct.
This news is like telling a silly April Fool's joke in a serious manner!
However, the same news is spreading rapidly through various media outlets.
The World Government is serious!
They didn't even mention Wang Yan's former rank of Vice Admiral.
That's a stain and a dark history; it's intelligence that must be covered up.
Wang Yan looked at the void beyond with a half-smile, "Imu... a pragmatic fellow."
As it turns out, those who can secretly control the pinnacle of power in the world are indeed intelligent.
Usopp, Mayor Iceburg, Koby, Franky, Nami, Sanji, and Perona all looked at Wang Yan with incredulous eyes.
The name "Absolute Justice" exceeded the limits of their imagination...
Those who realized the deeper meaning behind the government's official press release were speechless.
Robin and Natasha, however, smiled reservedly.
The former personally experienced the magical time travel and became a die-hard fan of Wang Yan, believing that he deserved the title.
As Reincarnator, the latter has more sources of information from the Marvel Universe, and is not a native of the Pirate Plane, so their ability to accept information is much higher.
"Gourmet Big Brother!"
Luffy over and came to Wang Yan's side.
He reached out and placed his hands on Wang Yan's shoulders.
Luffy's eyes were determined, his expression sincere, and his tone earnest. "Become my partner!"
"Are you an idiot?!" (xN)
Everyone present shouted in unison.
Luffy just chuckled and ignored him.
Wang Yan gave him a playful look.
"Partners? I'm the dean of the Protagonist Academy, and I also work as a pirate. That would affect the academy's image."
"However, our college is currently on a study trip, and we can join you there."
Protagonist Academy?
Everyone took this word to heart.
Actually, before this, Ohara's promotional posters had already spread all over the world, but everyone just regarded it as a prank and a joke and didn't really take it to heart.
Who with a sound mind would believe someone's boastful claim that they can teach you Armament Haki and Observation Haki instantly?
"Hey-hey!"
Luffy grinned, a happy smile spreading across his face.
Sanji and Zoro were also in high spirits.
One was looking forward to the special ingredients Wang Yan would provide, while the other was eagerly awaiting the next meal of fine wine.
The four students from the Protagonist Academy, however, were pale-faced and looked as if they wished they Luffy on the spot.
The first stop on the school trip: Teleportation Skypiea.
The second stop: piloting the ark "Ark Maxim," which was stolen from the god Enel, towards the moon.
The third stop was a water buffalo ride around Waterseven.
For each stop, I must write at least 10,000 words of travel journal entries!
That's a full ten thousand words!
Even a short piece of 2000 words would take five chapters to write!
Originally, Wang Yan's announced study tour plan only included three stops.
Because of Luffy's suggestion, the days that had already come to an end were extended once again.
God have mercy on them, how many more brain cells will they lose, how many more strands of hair will they lose!
The thick-skinned Luffy completely ignored the angry glares from Nami, Vivi, Perona, and the others, and instead grinned and made a face.
The grudges and entanglements between Nami and the Straw Hat Pirates at Reverse Mountain had already been forgotten with a laugh at the previous banquet...
"Is Senior Yan also joining?"
Naruto Uzumaki stood with his index fingers touching, looking bewildered.
Looking at Wang Yan beside him, he couldn't help but recall the other's actions in the Naruto World and the Marvel Universe.
Upon thinking of this, Naruto's face turned ashen, and cold sweat poured down his forehead.
But following Wang Yan carries greater risks and even greater rewards!
The images of the Naruto World he had destroyed flashed before his eyes like fleeting shadows, and Naruto's expression became resolute again.
Men must take responsibility for their actions!
He will strive to complete every task, earn enough Destiny Gem and Reward Points, and restore his hometown to normal!
Seven days later, the Straw Hat and the Protagonist Academy toured every corner of Waterseven and set sail again, completely satisfied.
Franky, the shipbuilder and a cyborg, was also tricked into joining the Luffy and Naruto using their silver tongues and persuasive skills.
The Going Merry had barely set sail when it began to creak under its own weight.
Franky jumped three feet high.
He grabbed Luffy: "Captain, who's the shipwright on this ship? I'm going to beat him to death!"
"Why?"
Luffy tilted his head and asked blankly.
"This ship has endured too much suffering because, due to a lack of proper maintenance and upkeep, she..."
Franky said dejectedly, "I'm about to 'die'!"
As if to confirm his words, the Going Merry broke in two from the middle.
Luffy panicked.
He stretched out his rubber arms, struggling to pull the short, broken Going Merry in an attempt to salvage the situation.
Usopp knelt on the ground, sobbing uncontrollably, tears streaming down his face.
Sanji a cigarette and remained silent.
Zoro unconsciously stroked Wado Ichimonji and the Demon Sword Kitetsu, his face grim.
Naruto bit his lower lip, his eyes filled with resentment.
Initially, he became Luffy's crewmate simply to use him to enter the Grand Line and complete his mission.
In fact, the Going Merry wasn't even their first ship.
That ship was reduced to underwater wreckage after being attacked by the Baroque Works hired by Nami.
But the ship was with them for a very short time, and they didn't develop a deep bond with it.
The Going Merry is different.
Naruto can recall countless cherished moments whenever he closes his eyes.
Luffy catches fish while ramming a goat's head, and he's always being silly and goofy, but he always manages to shield the Going Merry from enemy bombardment at crucial moments.
Zoro trains his arm strength on the deck and keeps watch at night to ensure the safety of his companions.
To ensure everyone gets a balanced diet and avoids scurvy, Sanji spends his time in the kitchen researching hydroponic techniques for growing fruits and vegetables.
Usopp, the second-in-command navigator, spent day and night in the observation room, making up for his lack of professional knowledge with his own efforts and guiding everyone onto the right path.
"Everyone, I'm sorry."
A faint voice rang in everyone's ears. "This is the only way I can take you."
The faint, almost imperceptible murmurs gradually faded away.
"I was very happy when I was with everyone..."