At the end of Grand Line Era 2002, Doflamingo sent Fal D. Law from the North Blue to the Flame Dragon Empire. Luo was only eight years old, a child suffering from White Lead Disease. Standing in the great hall of Flame Dragon Castle, his face was filled with panic and helplessness as he nervously looked at Pablo. Then he asked, "Aren't you afraid of my disease? It's contagious." Pablo wore a serious expression as he said, "Don't be afraid, child. Lord Flame Emperor will be here shortly. I've already informed him." Hearing this, Fal D. Law's face broke into a smile. "Lord Flame Emperor is coming?"
When Julian learned that Luo had arrived at the Flame Dragon Empire's castle, he left Flame Dragon Home. Behind him, the children's chatter rose once more. With the New Year approaching, the children were on break. After more than half a year of studying, Noah and the others had shed their childishness, their faces now bright and sunny.
As Julian walked out of Flame Dragon Home, Noah's voice called out behind him. "Dad, where are you going? Aren't you going to teach me how to train?" Julian immediately turned to look at Noah. Noah held a wooden sword in his hand, his face completely serious. Julian smiled and said, "Wait a moment. I'll be back soon. Practice Gale Style Swordsmanship first! Thunderclap Sword Style is fine too."
Noah nodded and said solemnly, "Dad, I want to learn Divine Speed." Julian smiled again when he heard that. "Learn Rankyaku and Geppo first. You've only mastered Soru. That's still not enough for you to practice Divine Speed." Noah nodded. "Got it."
By now, nearly everyone among the Flame Dragon Empire's High-End Combat Power had learned Divine Speed. Herbert, George, Pekki, Allison, Pierre, and the other