"I've only heard rumors, but it's truly extraordinary." Bello and Chaka beside him nodded in agreement.
Reno smiled but didn't take the bait.
If not for his Haki reaching the intermediate level, taking out so many people at once wouldn't have been so easy.
Moreover, Conqueror's Haki Infusion and Observation Kill were the true deeper applications of Conqueror's Haki.
For now, his Haki could only clear out the small fry.
"I've done everything I needed to. The rest is up to you." With that, Reno turned and left.
Cobra immediately mobilized his people.
Step one: confiscate all weapons and equipment from the Rebel Army.
Step two: relocate the unconscious rebels to other areas.
Step three: once they wake up, stabilize their emotions first, then reveal the truth.
Everything proceeded in an orderly fashion.
Of course, this wasn't work that could be completed in a short time.
Fortunately, the remaining matters no longer required Reno's attention.
Another Side.
Kai.
Nami had also successfully washed away all the Dancing Powder.
With the Dancing Powder gone, Alabasta would never have to worry about rain again.
With Crocodile's death, the rebellion quelled, and the Dancing Powder washed away, as long as Cobra was given enough time, Alabasta would return to its former prosperity.
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Chapter 59: Luxury Spaceship and Slave Mark! (Please Subscribe for Support)
Under Cobra's command, the superpower nation of Alabasta began to operate like a well-oiled machine.
Everyone was busy to the point of exhaustion.
Vivi wanted to help, to do whatever she could, but Cobra refused, telling her to keep Reno company instead.
Throughout the afternoon, guided by Vivi, Reno and the Girls took a grand tour of the Royal Capital, experiencing the unique Local Customs and Traditions of Alabasta.
All the Women also bought many novel trinkets unique to Alabasta.
They were responsible for the Shopping Spree, while Reno was in charge of carrying the bags and paying the bill.
Amidst the laughter and chatter of the Girls, time quickly slipped into evening.
Learning that Reno would be leaving the next day, Cobra set aside his busy schedule to prepare a lavish banquet to see them off.
During the meal, they clinked glasses. On one hand, Cobra thanked Reno for everything he had done for Alabasta; on the other, he repeatedly urged him to take good care of Vivi.
As his precious daughter, he had always treated her like a pearl in his palm, afraid she'd melt if held too tight or break if dropped.
Reno naturally agreed to everything. Even without Cobra's reminder, he would have done so.
In the Pirate World, there were several Plot Beauties with the status of princess.
But in Reno's heart, Vivi was the most outstanding of them all, bar none.
At just 14 years old, for the sake of her country, she had risked her life to infiltrate Baroque Works and uncover the truth.
The hardships she endured couldn't be summed up in just a few words.
In Vivi, Reno saw courage, resilience, sacrifice, patience, and gentleness—even when surrounded by darkness, she held onto her original heart.
It could be said that Vivi embodied all the finest qualities of a princess.
In his heart, Vivi's place was the same as Nami's.
After the banquet ended, Nami and the Girls each returned to their rooms to rest.
Reno, however, brought Vivi and Robin to the top floor of the palace.
A gentle breeze blew, lifting the hair of Vivi and Robin, and stirring Reno's thoughts as well.
Reno looked up at the starry night sky.
"Leaving tomorrow—are you a little reluctant?"
During the banquet, Reno had clearly sensed that Vivi's mood was a bit low.
She hadn't even had the chance to share her joy with Cobra and the Citizens before she had to leave.
Vivi shook her head, leaning against Reno's shoulder, and said softly, "Brother Reno, do you know? Ever since I joined Baroque Works, I've lived every day in fear, cautiously guarding against everyone around me."
"And in the end, I thought I had truly found the mastermind through my own efforts. Did not expect that Robin-older-sister had deliberately revealed it to me."
"I'm really a terrible princess. I didn't help with anything." A self-deprecating smile appeared on Vivi's face.
Robin looked at Vivi with sympathy, gently stroking her head.
"That's not true." Reno turned Vivi's body toward him, looking at her seriously. "Vivi, you've already done more than enough for Alabasta."
"In my heart, you are the bravest princess."
These words came from the heart.
If Vivi hadn't done all these things, she would never have held such a high place in Reno's heart.
She was far superior to other princesses.
As for beauty?
There were plenty of beautiful people out there.
"Really?!!" Under the moonlight, Vivi's cheeks flushed slightly, her long lashes fluttering.
Reno nodded firmly.
"Thank you, Brother Reno. Vivi really likes you." A sudden warmth touched his cheek as the little princess offered a gentle kiss.
Like a chick pecking at rice, Vivi lightly brushed her lips against Reno's cheek, then quickly darted away.
"Brother Reno, go ahead and chat with Robin-older-sister. I'll go pack my things and set off with you tomorrow." Vivi waved her little hand and ran off without looking back.
"What an adorable girl." Watching Vivi's Back View, Robin shook her head with a wry smile.
Having a princess like Vivi was truly Alabasta's fortune.
"Vivi is great, and you're not bad either." Reno spoke up at the right moment.
Robin rolled her eyes. Was the topic shifting to her now?!!
"Robin, say what you want to say. Beating around the bush isn't like you." Reno chuckled as he Looked towards Robin.
When had this mature, composed older sister become so conflicted?
Robin's smile faded as she fixed her gaze on Reno, her expression suddenly turning serious.
"Reno, thank you for saving me."
A simple sentence carried multiple meanings.
Reno understood that Robin's gratitude wasn't just for taking down Crocodile—more importantly, he had untied the knot in her heart and given her a place to belong.
Meeting Robin's gaze, Reno suddenly smiled.
"Are all you women like this?! Getting so sentimental at night?!"
Robin stepped forward, closing the distance between them, her slender fingers lightly tracing down from Reno's neck as she breathed softly, "Yeah, Captain, can you not be such a buzzkill?!!"
Rebellious—all of them were rebellious!!
Before, he was the one doing the teasing. Today, Robin had turned the tables on him.
Bold!!!
Seeing the playful smirk curling at the corner of Reno's mouth, Robin suddenly panicked.
But before she could speak, Reno directly Teleported her to the Merry.
"Captain, I was Just Now joking." Robin waved her hands frantically. She really had only planned to tease him and then run.
"Too late!!!"
Her only response was Reno's actions.
That night, Reno experienced the unique heat of the desert kingdom of Alabasta.
After a span of ten thousand words.
Reno actively sought out Sara (that is, Miss Doublefinger—Sara just sounded better).
With Valentine and Goldie's guidance, Sara didn't hesitate at all and immediately agreed to join the Reno Pirates.
With Crocodile dead, what meaning did her stubbornness hold?
Was she supposed to die alongside him?!!
She was just an assassin, not a martyr.
Last night, Sara had spent the time in anxiety and tension, for a simple reason.
The tradition of the Reno Pirates!!
Valentine and Goldie had secretly told her all about it.
But when the late hours came, no one showed up.
And today, with Reno drinking so much at the banquet, he definitely wouldn't come looking for her.
Who would have thought...
She gained her first accurate sense of time.
Another ten thousand words.
Inside the room, Reno was in high spirits.
"Claim rewards." It was time for the familiar routine.
Code [Congratulations, Host, for successfully recruiting Crewmate Nico Robin. Reward: Luxury Living Ship.] [Congratulations, Host, for successfully recruiting Crewmate Sara. Reward: Slave Mark*20.]
Luxury Living Ship?!!
Reno's eyes lit up immediately.
This was exactly what he needed most at this stage.
With the growing number of beauties he'd recruited, the original Merry could no longer accommodate them.
Now, including himself, there were twelve people on the Merry, and it was getting a bit cramped.
There weren't even enough rooms.
And there were still more beauties to join later.
If this reward hadn't shown up, he'd have had to go to Water Seven to order a bigger Pirate Ship.
Now it was settled—saved a huge chunk of money.
He opened the ship's detailed info.
Luxury Living Ship:
:Spacious interior, capacity for 500 people, including 100 luxury suites, 20 themed suites, and five oversized suites (easily accommodating the Giant Tribe).
:Contains several Coffee Shops, a wine cellar, library, kitchen, training room, botanical garden, aquarium, orange plantation...
The first two lines alone made it impossible for Reno to look away.
This was way too luxurious.
Even themed suites—was it afraid he'd get bored and wanted to add some novelty?!
And what the hell were oversized suites for?!
Did the Giant Tribe have a Plot Beauty too?!
Actually, there was one.
Wait... that Fish-men one wasn't small either.
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