Vegapunk's Answer (Results Are Slipping, So More Bonus Chapters!)

At the Naval G-8 branch, inside the Navarone Fortress, the Den Den Mushi (snail Den Den Mushi) in the command headquarters kept buzzing.

"I'll just take the phone lazily," Lieutenant Vice Admiral Jonathan, commander of the G-8 branch, said softly.

"Moshi Moshi, is this Jonathan of Nabaron, General Sakazuki?"

"Yes, Jonathan, Gawain's ship has arrived in the waters near your branch. They will be resupplying at Navarone Fortress. Be prepared to receive them."

Sakazuki spoke with a stern face and a furrowed brow.

On the other end of the Den Den Mushi, Jonathan frowned slightly upon hearing Sakazuki's words.

"That's amazing!"

He said calmly.

"That guy's team actually came to my branch. It looks like I'm going to have to spend a lot of money."

Sakazuki, you know me, I don't have that much money on hand, so how about you lend me some?

Could you please mention it to the team's Fleet Admiral for me? Just consider it a favor..."

"It doesn't have to be that bad, old friend."

Sakazuki interrupted Jonathan and then continued.

"Saint Gawain just allocated 10 billion Beli to the Navy. He wouldn't just give the Navy a sum of money and then turn around and take money from the Marine Branch. That's not in his character."

Therefore, there is no need to prepare special offerings; a welcoming banquet will suffice.

As for the supplies Saint Gawain needs, send them to him. I have already dispatched a ship to transport backup supplies for you, which will arrive in half a month.

By the way, could you check out what kind of person Gawain really is?

At this point, Sakazuki paused for a moment, taking a few breaths before continuing.

"A while ago, both Borsalino and that guy Kuzan had a very good impression of Gawain."

If even you think Gawain is a reliable World Nobles, then please give him a suggestion for me.

Cut off Rayleigh's head!

The news of Rayleigh's legendary return to the seas has once again stirred up the seas, which is extremely unfavorable for both the Navy and the World Government!

If Gawain really lacks combat power, I can introduce him to a friend who doesn't serve in the Navy, but Rayleigh..."

After a brief pause, Sakazuki took a deep breath.

"In short, if you think Gawain is worth the wait, then suggest to him that Rayleigh be executed."

Because this suggestion is so absurd, Gawain might be able to accept my real plan after it's made.

Jonathan, try to get Rayleigh to replace one of the Shichibukai, and give him the title of Shichibukai.

That's the most effective way to stop Rayleigh's new pirate wave!

"Huh?!?"

Upon hearing Sakazuki's words, Jonathan's deadpan eyes widened slightly, and then he muttered something to the Den Den Mushi in his hand.

"Don't be ridiculous, Sakazuki. Do you think I would say something like that?"

Although I'm also annoyed by the fact that my old rival Rayleigh is swaggering around in front of us, the reality is that he's already more powerful than CP0, okay?

In particular, the news that Rayleigh had become Saint Gawain's mentor had spread throughout the entire Navy.

If I were to make such a suggestion, they'd probably kill me on the spot, wouldn't they?

As for the suggestion to make Rayleigh Shichibukai..."

Jonathan first smacked his lips, then frowned slightly.

"As long as I'm sure he's not the kind of Celestial Dragon who would kill me on the spot at the slightest provocation, then I'll make the suggestion to him."

However, I have my own way of doing it.

"The suggestion to kill Rayleigh is too dangerous. I don't like taking risks, Sakazuki."

Upon hearing this, Sakazuki nodded.

"Okay, please, Jonathan!"

If Saint Gawain is willing to grant our request, and Rayleigh is also willing to bear the title of Shichibukai and become a legendary pirate who has betrayed their side and is no longer purely legendary...

I'm already very pleased!

With that, Sakazuki hung up the phone, leaving Jonathan with only a sleeping Den Den Mushi.

Seeing this, Jonathan rolled his eyes and stuffed the Den Den Mushi into his pocket.

Then, he walked to the side of the headquarters and picked up his fishing rod.

"As expected of Sakazuki, he always manages to create some difficult problems for people."

But that's fine, as long as you continue to be as courageous and diligent as you were in your youth, and never change your sense of justice and your aspirations.

Then I will always lend you a hand!

On the other hand, aboard the Dark Bird Ship, Jinbe was sitting on the ship's side, staring wide-eyed at the sky.

Beside him, Shiryu a deep breath and said ruthlessly.

"Sir, you are indeed insightful. We've been fishing for over ten days and haven't caught a single fish."

You're the kind of person who really can't catch fish...

"Um, Shiryu, don't talk to me, I want to be alone..."

Jinbe Fish-Man and emaciated, looking almost like a dead fish.

The Dark Bird Ship is definitely not a suitable boat for fishing. It's been more than a month since we left the Sabaody Archipelago.

I haven't even caught a single decent fish!

The most terrifying thing was that during the time he stayed on Long Ring Long Land, the elders of the tribe fished with him.

As a result, the elderly people caught fish one after another, while he remained Air Force; even his baiting efforts turned into feeding the fish...

Just as Jinbe was having a mental breakdown, Gawain had just finished his morning training and was in a great mood because, according to Gion, he was almost ready to master the techniques of Tekkai!

How did Gion make that judgment?

Gion felt that the feel of the fight had changed...

Ignoring the details, Gawain went to the dining table and began to eat large mouthfuls of various meats.

Beside him, Kalifa spoke softly to him.

"Sir, we have spotted the naval landmark floating island. We expect to arrive at the Navy G-8 branch in about four hours."

According to the plan, we will rest for one night at the G-8 branch, and replenish the ship's fresh water and vegetables.

"Hmm, G-8 branch, who is their commander?"

Gawain asked casually, and as soon as he finished speaking, Gion was dining nearby, casually replied.

"G-8 branch, isn't that the Navarone Fortress? Their commander is Vice Admiral Jonathan, an old friend of Admiral Sakazuki."

"Oh?"

Hearing this, Gawain became a little interested. He started stuffing meat into his mouth while tapping his plate with his knife.

"Back in the Sabaody Archipelago, Sakazuki was the only one who didn't come to see me. I'm actually quite curious about this person."

At this point, Gawain suddenly waved to Uta, who was eating cake in the distance.

"Uta, don't think I can't see you just because I'm chatting. You ate way too many sweets today!"

"What, do you want to be a diva with cavities, or do you want to show your fans a smile with two or three missing teeth?"

"Ouch!"

After being reminded by Gawain, Uta pointed at Shirahoshi with unusual reluctance.

"Gawain ~, Shirahoshi can eat more than 300 kilograms of cake every day, but I only have a small ration of 4 kilograms."

Why should I?!

"Nonsense!"

Gawain exhaled and, like a true father, began to instruct Uta.

"Three hundred kilograms corresponds to Shirahoshi's physique!"

What's 300 kilograms to you is just a small piece of cake to her.

If you hadn't been exercising regularly, I would have wanted to cut the cake down to four kilograms for you.

Even Newgate himself told me that Charlotte Linlin was the most beautiful woman of his time!

But now, haven't you seen her wanted poster? The reason she's so fat is because she's addicted to sweets, understand?

At this point, Gawain took a sip of wine to clear his throat.

At the same time, Hancock and Gion simultaneously moved the cherry cake a little further away...

As for Uta...

The little girl's eyes were filled with tears, and she shook her head like a rattle-drum.

"I don't want it! I want cake! Waaaaah! Nobody cared about me when I was in Elegia! Waaaaah!!!"

Looking at Uta, who was wailing loudly, Gawain sighed in frustration.

A month has passed, Uta has spent more time on the boat and become more familiar with it.

As a result, her personality underwent a tremendous change.

Before Shirahoshi came aboard the ship, she was a pitiful little girl who cried at the drop of a hat, but after coming aboard, Shirahoshi hardly ever cried; most of it was just acting.

Shirahoshi is quite the actress; Dark Bird Ship Shirahoshi made her stronger!

But Uta...

It's unclear whether she truly found the feeling of having a father figure, or if she simply reached a rebellious age.

Uta was incredibly strong before boarding the ship. No matter how much pain she encountered, she would only lower her head slightly and never cry.

She's almost become Shirahoshi from back then!

Just like what was happening before his eyes, Gawain could almost understand what Uta was thinking.

She just wanted to get back all the feelings she lost during the time she was abandoned!

So Gawain got up and went to Uta's side, sitting down in the chair next to Uta.

"Don't cry..."

As he spoke, Gawain picked up a spoon and scooped up a mouthful of mushroom soup.

No more sweets today, no discussion!

So drink more broth, open your mouth.

"Waaaaah... Ah~~~."

As she stopped crying, Uta opened her mouth and obediently drank the soup from the spoon.

Beside him, Rayleigh smiled broadly.

"Hahaha, I wonder what Shanks will think if he sees this. You've done everything a father should have done, Gawain!"

As soon as Rayleigh finished speaking, before Gawain respond, Uta, who was obediently drinking his soup, suddenly turned his head and looked at Rayleigh expressionlessly.

Seeing the little girl's dissatisfied expression, Rayleigh laughed heartily and rubbed his hair.

"Okay, okay, I won't say anything more. You should eat now, haha."

If you ask me, Gawain, you should just let Uta be your goddaughter.

"Newgate has taken in so many godchildren, you could take in a bunch of goddaughters too, what do you think?"

"Not very good!"

Uta immediately glared at him coldly, then suddenly grabbed Gawain's arm.

"Even if I'm an adopted daughter, my master has enough for me. I don't want to share her with anyone else!"

"Stop fooling around!"

Gawain tapped Uta on the head with a spoon, not too hard, not too soft.

Uta regretfully rubbed her hair after getting beaten up, then obediently continued eating the food Gawain fed her.

As they were saying hello, a Den Den Mushi (Den Den Mushi) rang in Kalifa's coat not far away.

After taking out the Den Den Mushi, Kalifa covered the Den Den Mushi's ears and then whispered to Gawain.

"Sir, Kaku has arrived at Vegapunk's experimental base. Vegapunk wants to speak with you."

Upon hearing this, Uta's ears perked up immediately.

How could Gawain not know what the little girl was thinking? He spoke to Kalifa with righteous indignation.

"Let him wait, let's talk after our little Uta has eaten his fill!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Uta's eyes immediately shone with happiness.

The next moment, Uta pursed her lips and whispered to Gawain.

"I... I'll eat it myself..."

"No need, I quite enjoy feeding you, let's continue."

Gawain said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Uta's face flushed red, and she suddenly turned fierce, snatching Gawain's spoon away.

Holding the spoon, Uta proudly raised her face.

"Why do you always treat me like a child? I'm not a real child. I'm a grown-up. Do you think I need someone to feed me?"

"So annoying!"

As they spoke, Uta held the mushroom soup and drank it in large gulps.

Seeing this, Gawain smiled knowingly. He was indeed a rebellious teenager.

Whether it's care or thoughtfulness, if a father isn't paying attention, he really can't notice it.

Children at this age are very reserved.

Thinking of this, Gawain rubbed Uta's head and smiled.

"Okay, whatever you say."

After saying that, Gawain extended his hand to Kalifa then handed him Den Den Mushi.

"Moshi moshi, this is Vegapunk, is that Gawain over there?"

I vaguely heard a child's voice. Is it your daughter?

Vegapunk's voice sounded somewhat mechanical, but before Gawain could hear it clearly, another incredibly lazy complaint came from the other end.

"Well, that's scary. Even if you are Vegapunk, you should at least address him as Saint Gawain."

Otherwise, I would really be worried about your safety and research funding...

Besides, it's quite impolite to ask about family circumstances on the first phone call, especially since Saint Gawain doesn't have a daughter...

Upon hearing the voice, Gawain was taken aback; it turned out that Kizaru was also there.

This is understandable, though. As the most important scientist for both the Navy and the World Government, even if someone from their own side requests a meeting with Vegapunk, the Navy will not let its guard down.

At the same time, as Kizaru's voice rang out, Gawain's Den Den Den Mushi, after showing a confused expression, continued speaking.

"Oh, is that so? I made a mistake. I'll write it down so I won't repeat it in the future."

Let's get to know each other again. I'm Vegapunk from the Future Kingdom. Are you Saint Gawain over there?

Rest assured, I will not ask any questions about your daughter!

I must also mention that this is the first time I've received a call from an outside source, so please forgive me if I say anything wrong!

"Ha ha."

Upon hearing this, Gawain laughed heartily, and then he said to Vegapunk.

"It's alright. Anyone would be forgiving of a genius like you, and I'm no exception."

So just be yourself.

"Okay, I understand. I will respect your opinion and do what I should do."

Vegapunk's voice immediately became even more mechanical, and he continued speaking.

"I have received the Slow- Devil Fruit User you sent."

There are absolutely no problems with the plan proposed by your subordinates and me.

As long as there is a living Devil Fruit User as the base, I can completely separate their Devil Fruit ability and transfer it to other fruits.

However, there's only one point: those whose abilities I extract almost never survive, because the Devil Fruit's power affects the user's heart and brain.

You may not understand the specific principles, but rest assured, I won't laugh at your ignorance; it's not something I should laugh at.

All you need to know is that many Devil Fruit can create miracles at the cost of the Devil Fruit User's life, one of which is the ability to transfer Devil Fruit.

So how did you decide?

"I..."

At this moment, Gawain couldn't help but smile bitterly. Was this really Vegapunk, the super scientist who was 500 years ahead of the Pirate World and who had been given the title of "scholar who thoroughly understands Devil Fruit" by the World Government?

So, does the World Government actually mean that it only understands Devil Fruit and not human relationships?

After mentally complaining, Gawain turned to Vegapunk and spoke.

"Very good, you have indeed given me a satisfactory answer. You truly deserve to be called the greatest scientist of our time, Mr. Vegapunk."

As for my decision, please do as you see fit; don't worry about the lives of the test subjects.

Because anyone I truly value will not be sent to your lab!

That would be wonderful.

Upon receiving Gawain's affirmation, Vegapunk Mechanics expressed its delight.

"In that case, I will extract the Slow-Slow Fruit from the experimental Silver Fox's body within three days."

At the same time, if you want to take the Devil Fruit of others' labor, you can give them to me, and we can establish a long-term partnership.

As for now, I think...

"We should talk about the compensation you're planning to give me."

Tickets, please!