Just as Alabasta was facing a serious rebellion...
Three days later, on Jaya.
Early in the morning, Gawain stood on the edge of Golden Town, watching the Masira, led by Franky, hang signs marking special viewpoints on the solidified Magma areas.
Behind Gawain, the remaining buildings in Golden Town were being gradually demolished, as the original site of Golden Town was no longer suitable for habitation due to the strong sulfur smell.
Therefore, the town was ultimately decided to be built at the intersection and adjacent location of God's Island and Jaya.
In this way, the Shandia people could also participate in the construction of the town.
For example, right now, Wyper, the great warrior of Shandia, is chatting endlessly with Cricket, who is twice his age.
One of them was a descendant of Noland, and the other was a descendant of the great warrior Kalgara.
When they finally met again after four hundred years, they couldn't stop crying.
In just one week, the two inherited their ancestral relationship and became inseparable friends.
Whether drinking or working, they always hang out together, arms around each other. Even now, while they're demolishing a house, one of them has to hold the hammer while the other holds the nails...
How to describe it...
Anyway, the moment Gawain saw them, he felt like he was seeing Neptune and Mjosgard...
Their relationships are really similar: one couple is "your wife is my best friend," and the other couple is "your ancestor is my ancestor's best friend."
I guess so...
Just as a slight smile crossed Gawain's mind, the call of News Coo came from the sky. Gawain raised his hand, and the News Coo immediately landed on his hand.
Before Gawain even pick up the newspaper, the News Coo pressed its head against him and rubbed against him for a while, its face full of happiness as it did so.
As for the reason...
The birds that deliver newspapers to Gawain receive plenty of pocket money and snacks; this has become an open secret in the News Coo community.
Even birds can tell who the big spender is.
Looking at the seagull with its blissful expression, Gawain rubbed its wings and then took the newspaper down.
Today's newspaper is different from the last one; the cover is no longer him. On the front page, there is a clear picture of Shanks being chased by Akainu with the Great Eruption.
Akainu of his word; if he says he'll hunt someone down, he really means it. Even though he ate an unsalted suckling pig that day, Akainu didn't seem to mind at all.
As for Shanks, although his crew wouldn't lose to Akainu, they were afraid that Akainu would destroy their ship. At the same time, they also had to avoid being tied down and falling into the Navy's encirclement.
He was chased for more than eight days, and just two days ago, Shanks finally sped off to the Sabaody Archipelago and made contact with the Fish-Man who were now in charge of coating.
To this end, Neptune specifically consulted Gawain's attitude and only after receiving permission did he coat Shanks' ship.
As for now, they should still be near Sabaody, arguing with the Navy.
Seeing this, Gawain also put the newspaper away.
Noticing that Gawain had put away his newspaper, Franky put down his construction work, a smile of excitement on his face, and gave Gawain a slight bow.
"Boss, um... isn't it time for the research?"
"Do you think I can continue to study your Rumble-Rumble Fruit abilities?"
At this point, Franky opened his chest and pulled out a small machine.
The machine looked somewhat like a pendulum clock. He placed it in front of Gawain and smiled.
"This is a little thing I made overnight over the past two days."
Over the past ten days, I have tried to analyze a series of key points on applying electric current to the field of mechanics, and temporarily created this ornament that uses electric current to drive the operation of a robotic arm.
If its arm-swinging motion can interact properly with the electric current, then its structure can be used in the hands and feet of early versions of robots.
"Come, sir, try injecting a little current here, keep the flow rate around two hundred volts!"
"Good."
Gawain nodded while inwardly complaining.
Even though there was no volt in this world who discovered electricity, the electric current here is still measured in volts!
It's unbelievable just to think about it...
After making his comment, Gawain reached out and flicked his finger at the machine that Franky was holding.
The next instant, Franky's hair stood on end, all fluffy and bristling!
"Awoooooo~~~, I forgot to put the machine down from my hands!"
This feeling is absolutely super, super exciting!
While shouting, Franky quickly threw the machine in his hand to the ground.
As Gawain's Inazuma followed the machine away, Franky, now free from the electric shock, finally had a chance to look at the machine.
"Hmm, there should be a small battery structure here, and the power itself doesn't seem to rely entirely on the Rumble-Rumble Fruit for output."
Let me take a look. The power is sufficient, and the simple robotic arm's swing mechanism operates very smoothly!
In this way, as long as I solve the battery problem and develop a way to continuously supply power without the Rumble-Rumble Fruit.
Then I can use electricity as a basis to create a batch of super robots that can automatically store and release electricity as weapons!
As soon as he finished speaking, Franky excitedly picked up the ornament, and then he even put aside the construction work he had just been busy with.
He ran towards the Dark Bird Ship, shouting to Gawain as he went.
"My lord, come with me quickly! I've suddenly had an inspiration, and I need your cooperation. Please join my research as soon as possible, my lord!"
Hearing Franky's words, Gawain pursed his lips slightly. Had he finally reached the point where he was being studied?
From now on, will I have an additional special resume, having participated in and conducted research on the development of electricity in the Pirate World?
As for what Gawain researched...
Under investigation!
Thinking of this, Gawain chuckled and transformed into Inazuma, instantly landing in front of Franky's laboratory on the Dark Bird Ship.
Upon seeing Gawain appear, Gion was playing volleyball in the distance, called out softly.
"Sir, you and Franky have forty minutes left for your research. After forty minutes, you will continue your Armament Haki practice!"
Because you ate the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, we've been able to train you using only our fists and swords covered in Armament Haki lately.
After extensive contact with and firsthand experience of Armament Haki, you've now touched the threshold of Tekkai. Once you've mastered Tekkai, Armament Haki will naturally follow!
As she spoke, Gion leaped high into the air and smashed the volleyball that Hancock was hitting from the opposite side away!
After the volleyball flew out, Gion abandoned the rules of the game and shouted angrily at Hancock.
"Snake Princess, that last shot of yours was clearly aimed at my face!"
Bang!
Gion finished speaking than the volleyball on the other side slammed into Hancock's chest.
So, as the three balls bounced and bounced between each other, Hancock roared angrily at Gion.
"How dare you talk to me like that, you rabbit!"
I only hit you in the face with one ball, but you hit me in the chest with every single ball!
"Are you playing ball? Or are you trying to start a fight, you old woman?!"
Sizzle!!!
The moment Hancock uttered the last word, Gion completely turned evil. Behind her, black energy surged and spread outwards.
At the same time, Gion decisively pulled out Kompira.
The volleyball court instantly transformed into a fighting arena, with flying sword energy and leg shadows causing Shirahoshi and Uta to flee in panic.
They hurriedly ran to Gawain's side, and the two little girls began to complain to Gawain about Gion and Hancock.
These two older sisters always start fighting quickly, no matter what game they play, but they also love participating in all sorts of games, which means everyone else never gets to play.
After listening to Uta and the other woman's tearful accusations, what could Gawain say?
He could only offer some simple words of comfort to the two little ones.
Meanwhile, Franky finally arrived late, and seeing Gawain standing between Shirahoshi and the other two waiting for him, Franky smiled with satisfaction.
"So the adults have already arrived. Let's get started! I can't wait to launch all kinds of weapons and robots related to electricity!"
Only cannons are a man's romance! I will prove to the world that I am the most romantic man in the world!!!
With an excited roar, he rushed into the laboratory first, and then Gawain patted Uta and the other man on the shoulder.
"You two, don't play any games with Gion anymore."
Because neither of them actually likes playing games; they just like to tease each other.
As he spoke, Gawain turned and walked toward the laboratory, but the moment he stepped into the laboratory, he suddenly looked into the distance!
At the same time, Kalifa arrived beside Gawain with the latest information provided by the lookout.
"My lord, there is a ship flying the Nefertari Family flag in the western sea, which is approaching the Dark Bird Ship."
Moreover, the ship signaled a welcoming gesture!
Upon hearing this, Gawain nodded and smiled.
"I have already heard their voices; the people on the ship are King Cobra of Alabasta."
Haha, we'll be visiting them in their country in a few days after we set off.
But now it seems they can't wait any longer!
Meanwhile, aboard the Kingdom of Alabasta's fleet, Cobra looked nervously at the towering Dark Bird Ship in the distance.
"What a huge ship this is! It must be even bigger than our capital city!"
The ship's hull was several kilometers high, and its length far exceeded its height. Such a large ship was simply a miracle drifting on the sea!
While sighing, Cobra ruffled his daughter's hair.
"Vivi, do you see that? That's Celestial Dragon's ship. It's truly awe-inspiring in size!"
"Yes, Father!"
Vivi nodded emphatically.
"I almost lost my composure, but don't worry, Father!"
Even if I see such a huge ship, or see even more amazing things.
I will definitely maintain proper etiquette and will absolutely not cause trouble for the country due to any breach of manners!
At this point, Vivi tried to become serious. She frowned, her lips curled into a stern expression, and she looked nervously at the huge Dark Bird on the distant flag.
Beside her, upon hearing Vivi's words, Pell gently raised his hand and patted Vivi's head.
"Vivi, although he is Celestial Dragon, he is also a powerful figure who fought against Whitebeard and Red-Haired Shanks."
Such a strong person must be quite magnanimous, so don't worry, he will be much more easygoing than we imagine!
"Pell!"
As soon as Pell finished speaking, Chaka, who was not far away, shook his head.
"Don't instill such ideas in Vivi. Regardless of how the other party views us, we must at least maintain the proper etiquette and caution."
After all, they are Celestial Dragon. If they have any dissatisfaction with us, our country and we ourselves could suffer considerable harm!
After saying that, Chaka took a deep breath and then solemnly continued.
"Even if we are called the guardians of Alabasta, we still cannot protect our country in the face of the Celestial Dragon's will!"
So the only thing we can do is avoid making mistakes from the very beginning!
"That's right!"
As soon as Chaka finished speaking, Igaram, who was behind them, nodded appreciatively.
After nodding, Igaram spoke to Pell.
"Pell, you spoil Vivi too much. Even though she's just a girl, he..."
She is... the heir of Alabasta!
Igaram started to sing the second half of his sentence, but no one, including Vivi, was surprised.
It seems people have long been accustomed to Igaram's style...
Vivi nodded emphatically after hearing Igaram's words.
Meanwhile, watching his subordinates interact with his daughter, Cobra sighed softly.
"Pell!"
He said solemnly.
"I know you've always doted on Vivi like a younger sister, but Vivi ultimately carries a fate different from that of ordinary girls."
Compared to an ordinary, innocent princess, Vivi should learn how to live like an heir and a king!
So, don't spoil her too much, Pell.
You need to be a little stricter with her sometimes!
"But..."
Faced with Cobra's instructions, Pell shook his head helplessly, his white headscarf fluttering as he did so.
Then, he shook his head and said helplessly to Cobra.
"Oh, you've told me about these things before, but looking at the little guy's tiny face, I just can't bring myself to be strict with him."
Besides, you've all been very strict with her, so let me be a safe haven for Vivi.
Even the strongest child needs an elder who can be their safe haven!
After saying that, Pell gave Vivi an encouraging look.
And Igaram and Chaka.
They both rolled their eyes in exasperation.
Meanwhile, their ship drew ever closer to the Dark Bird Ship, and under the guidance of the master of ceremonies, they prepared for the necessary rituals to meet Gawain.
And so, their ship slowly came to a stop beside the mountain-sized Dark Bird, and the Dark Bird Ship opened a landing platform for them to place the Little Dark Bird.
As Vivi stood on the gradually rising platform, Vivi was so nervous she could barely breathe. She had a childhood trauma related to Mary Geoise, which made her especially anxious now.
As she rose, Vivi clenched her little fists and kept encouraging herself.
"You can do it! You are a child of Alabasta, and a child of the Nefertari Family!"
There can be absolutely no rudeness, or the entire country will suffer a disaster!
Absolutely, absolutely must not be rude!
With constant reminders in her mind, Vivi finally followed the elevator platform to the deck of the Dark Bird Ship.
As a result, the instant Vivi reached the deck, the gust of wind created by Gion and Hancock's battle caused the unprepared girl to fall flat on her backside...
And just like that, the next second, Vivi sat on the ground, giving the astonished crowd a look of utter helplessness.
I seem to have been impolite...
Fortunately, Gawain didn't give Vivi time to panic. When he saw Vivi fall, he quickly waved his hand, signaling everyone to help Vivi up first.
Cobra took a deep breath. Why was there such a fierce battle on Saint Gawain's ship?
This is simply impossible to defend against!
As he thought about it, Cobra solemnly knelt down in front of Gawain.
"I am Cobra, the incompetent descendant of the Nefertari family, King of Alabasta!"
"I've met Saint Gawain, and I've also met Chief Gawain!"
As soon as Cobra finished speaking, Vivi, who had just stood up looking helpless, knelt down again...
Awooo~~~.
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