To the North Blue! Crossing the Calm Belt!

"I know this request is a bit presumptuous, but, Ian, you know, some things are only truly credible when witnessed firsthand."

Doflamingo's attitude can be described as sincere; after all, he knows who he's talking to. "I just want to show my sincerity to the fullest extent possible."

"I can send someone over."

Ian said.

This guy probably wants to demonstrate the strength of the Donquixote Family; he likely doesn't want to just be a distributor for the Beasts Pirates.

He wanted to go further.

Doflamingo may not be that strong, but he certainly has a lot of ambition.

In the original work, he did indeed become the most important partner of the Beasts Pirates, and could be considered the king of the Beasts Pirates. If he hadn't been defeated by the Straw Hat too early, he would have been qualified to be one of those who got beaten up in the Onigashima battle. Who knows, he might have been facing Yamato back then.

But, are we going to North Blue?

Where would I find so much time?

I just decided to go to Fish-Man Island.

Although the North Blue is separated from the New World by a narrow Calm Belt, who knows exactly where the Donquixote Family is located in the vast North Blue? The distance might be even farther than Fish-Man Island.

"Please make sure you come in person."

Doflamingo said.

"Oh?"

Ian was somewhat puzzled. "Are you... asking me for something?"

Only Teacher Kai and Mr. Yamato in the whole world can make such a demand of me with such confidence.

Who are you?

"Don't get me wrong, Ian. I just feel that I should be worthy of having you come all this way in person."

Doflamingo remained relatively calm, stating, "Donquixote, my surname is the surname of the Dressrosa royal family from eight hundred years ago."

Ian was slightly taken aback.

Is this guy self-destructing?

"Dressrosa? You mean, your Donquixote is Donquixote from the royal family of Dressrosa eight hundred years ago, the later Celestial Dragons Donquixote Family?" Ian asked knowingly.

"It used to be, but it's not anymore."

Doflamingo sneered, "But at least I know something about Mary Geoise and the Celestial Dragons."

Ian was surprised.

Is it really worth going to such lengths?

That makes sense, though.

Doflamingo has some knowledge of the Celestial Dragons ' National Treasure, and may even have some understanding of the Gorosei, the Knights of God, and even the inside story of Im.

This is a very important matter, and it seems like a good idea to go and talk to him in person.

"That sounds quite interesting,"

Ian smiled. "Then you'd better not disappoint me."

Hopefully, this guy won't cause any trouble. He should just honestly say what he knows, otherwise it might make both sides unhappy.

"..."

There was a pause on the other end of the phone, but Doflamingo reacted very quickly, "Fufufufu! Excellent! Ian of the Scorched Sky! You will never regret this! I'll be waiting for you in the port city of Spiders Cafe in the North Blue!"

A different person answered the phone. Umit took back the Den Den Mushi and said, "I'll be waiting for you here too, Mr. Ian!"

See you later.

Ian hung up the phone.

North Blue?

I haven't been to any of the Four Blues yet.

I wonder if there's a New World with such simple and honest people.

However, before that, I still need to inform Teacher Kai.

At the same time, in North Blue.

Umit looked at Doflamingo in surprise, "You never told me this before--"

"It's nothing serious."

Doflamingo simply snorted, "However, you know what the consequences will be if this gets out, right?"

Umit's expression changed instantly.

Since it involves the Celestial Dragons, it's no small matter; a slight misstep could truly lead to their disappearance from the world.

"Of course I understand, but I won't tell anyone."

Umit was certain, but he couldn't suppress his curiosity, "But is it really necessary to go to this extent?"

"Of course it's worth it!"

Doflamingo said decisively, "What's a few pieces of information? If it can earn the friendship of the man who will one day lead the World's Strongest pirate crew, isn't that a worthwhile trade?"

The World's Strongest pirate crew?

Is he talking about the Beasts Pirates?

That's true. Once Ian grows up, it will be even less likely that the Whitebeard Pirates will be able to defeat the Beasts.

Moreover, when Kaido old, Ian is indeed the most suitable successor to the Beasts Pirates.

That makes sense, though.

Doflamingo smiled.

That's what they say, but they didn't say we can't hide some things.

Hurry up, Ian.

Then, shortly after, at the summit of Onigashima.

"You said you're going to North Blue?"

Teacher Kai, carrying a spiked club, said, "Just for some nobody?"

Ian sighed.

That's incredibly unlucky.

They were caught and taken to the top of Onigashima as soon as they arrived. Hadn't they had enough of fighting with Whitebeard, my Teacher Kai?

Yeah, it seems like they really didn't get enough playing.

Are you going to North Blue?

Yamato, who had also been caught, looked at Ian with Yamato and said, "I want to go too!"

"It looks like we'll have to wait a few more days."

Ian looked at Yamato.

My injuries healed quickly, but this girl's didn't.

After getting a good beating today, I need to set aside time for this girl to recover.

"Yay!!"

Yamato didn't care whether they waited or not; knowing they were going out to play, she was overjoyed.

Ian then looked at Teacher Kai, "Donquixote, that is indeed the surname of the Dressrosa royal family eight hundred years ago. They later moved to Mary Geoise and became the new Celestial Dragons. I've read about it in books."

That's a statement made with absolute certainty.

Although the Void Century of history has long been erased, the history after that period is still normal.

The surnames of the nineteen Celestial Dragons families are not a secret.

Teacher Kai said dismissively, "How do you know he's telling the truth?"

He picked up this kid when he was two years old, and the only time he ever left his sight was when he went to Hachinosu Island.

Surely we can't actually know that so-called Donquixote?

Teacher Kai sneered, "Celestial Dragons running off to become a pirate? Kid, are you kidding me?"

"This is no joke. I asked Morgans, and it's true that more than a decade ago, in the North Blue, there was an incident where a Celestial Dragons, who had returned to the mortal realm, was attacked by local people."

Ian, of course, didn't ask.

However, you can add it later.

"Is that so?"

Teacher Kai's lips finally curled into a smile. "Hehehe! That seems quite interesting! Go ahead, kid, and bring that guy back!"

Should we bring Doflamingo back?

OK.

Ian shrugged. "No problem."

"But before that,"

Kaido sneered, "Kid, come on."

Ian took a deep breath.

His body instantly transformed into raging flames, and the scarlet spiked club was grasped in his palm.

Let's go then.

Later, in Ian's room, all his friends had gathered.

"North Blue?"

Black Maria placed Yamato on her lap, her slender fingers carefully wiping the girl's wounds, and asked in surprise, "Are we going to the North Blue next?"

"My idea is that the four of us should go together."

Ian sat leisurely cross-legged on the cushion. "Of course, this is just my plan. If it's inconvenient for you—"

"Of course, no problem!"

Jack immediately expressed his support, stating that Jack would always agree with Brother Ian, "Wherever Brother Ian goes, I'll go!"

"The North Blue, that's outside the Grand Line, right?"

Black Maria laughed and said, "It seems quite interesting."

They've only left Wano Country twice already, are they going to just leave the Grand Line this time?

That's not bad either.

"Very good."

Ian nodded slightly.

Jack and Black Maria are certainly not enough in the New World, but in the Four Blues, they could definitely crush a bunch of weaklings.

Dude, I'm going to take you guys out and show off a bit.

"Brother Ian!"

Ulti scrambled to Ian's side, tugging at his clothes pleadingly, "We want to go too!"

"I'm sorry, Xiaorun,"

Ian patted the girl's head. "You're both too young."

Although North Blue is considered a relatively advanced starting village, who knows what you might encounter on the road? Bringing two kids along is still too risky.

"But--"

Ulti still wanted to explain.

Ian had already raised his right hand, his index and middle fingers gently tapping the girl's forehead, causing Ulti's round head to recoil. "Forgive me, Runti, next time."

Ulti covered her forehead, then nodded gently. "I understand."

Brother Ian said he forgave him!

Then of course we have to forgive him, right?

Brother Ian didn't want to take us with him, probably because we're still too weak.

You must become stronger, Jun!!

The girl made a silent vow in her heart.

So, a few days later, the Golden Flying Dragon, which had been docked in Port of Stealth, set sail again.

"Lord Ian! Please rest assured! The flight path has been determined, and we will arrive at our destination in the shortest possible time!"

On deck, Babanuki, an old acquaintance, spoke loudly.

Ian simply nodded.

To get to North Blue, you naturally have to head north and Calm Belt, which isn't too far in general.

"Let's go!"

Yamato leaned against the ship's railing and laughed heartily.

The large ship sets sail.

It should be said that the Golden Flying Dragon was quite fast; a few days later, they arrived at a special sea area.

The ceaseless sea breeze had gradually subsided, and the endless waves had vanished, leaving the sea surface incredibly smooth, like a glossy mirror.

There were no clouds in the sky, only a vast expanse of blue sky with the sun shining brightly.

"Is this the Calm Belt?"

Black Maria was surprised, "There really isn't a breath of wind?"

Not only is there no wind, but there are also no clouds, no waves, and no ocean currents.

This is the Calm Belt barrier that all sailing ships find difficult to cross.

However, the Golden Flying Dragon had many sailors on board, who could propel the large ship forward with oars. Although the speed would be slower, the Calm Belt wasn't too bad, and with another day or so, they should be able to enter the North Blue.

Ian stood on the ship's railing, lost in thought.

Speaking of the Calm Belt, weren't the three Hancock sisters freed by Fisher Tiger before? Has Rayleigh sent them back to Amazon Lily?

Another question is, now that you've figured out the method of embedding Seastone in your ships to cross the Calm Belt, what's the current situation of the Amazon Lily?

The Kuja Pirates can no longer rely on the Calm Belt for cover. How will the Navy deal with them?

All I can say is wish them good luck.

The journey across the Calm Belt went more smoothly than expected, because the bottom of the ship was inlaid with Seastone, and they did not linger along the way, so they did not encounter Sea King blocking their way. After a day, the group successfully entered the North Blue.

Next, we'll head to Doflamingo's territory.