Near the coast of Sabaody, Gawain, along with Shirahoshi, stood on Laboon's back.
Laboon's broad back resembled a piece of land, with barnacles and seaweed growing on it, making his back less slippery and providing more places to land.
Behind Gawain, Gion gently supported his waist, because Gawain 'Gawain legs were a little weak at the moment.
The newly surfaced Laboon was filled with the smell of seawater, and the seaweed-infused Seastone Factor made Gawain a little unsteady on his feet.
Behind Gawain, Hancock, who had also lost her balance and was leaning against Gion's back, couldn't help but say something to Gawain.
"Sir, is it really necessary for us to travel this way?"
The Dark Bird Ship could have been sent for upgrades a little later.
Since we are bound by our agreement, we will take Laboon to his family.
"Then why don't we wait until we return with Laboon's family before sending the Dark Bird Ship to Water 7?"
As he said this, Laboon was moving slowly forward, snorted softly, and Hancock couldn't help but tremble again at the sight of water shooting thousands of meters high.
At the same time, Shirahoshi placed her hands on Hancock and Gawain's heads to shield them from the falling water jets.
Watching the rainbow splashed up by Laboon's snort, Gawain, though his legs were weak, still smiled and said to Hancock.
"Hancock, don't be alarmed."
To fall from greatness to weakness is a challenging experience that is well worth taking for our souls.
Occasionally, I take a short trip in a weakened state, allowing myself to face the vast ocean once again.
This challenge might improve our Conqueror's Haki!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain leaned softly against Gion's left side, his head resting on Gion's soft, round breasts.
As for Hancock, she leaned softly against Gion's right side, and because she was slightly shorter, Gion's bulge accidentally covered her head.
Meanwhile, Gion, who was surrounded by two women, looked at the two soft and fluffy creatures in her arms who were still exchanging glances.
She coughed softly, then looked up at Shirahoshi and said.
"Shirahoshi, get Laboon moving! We can head to the Florian Triangle now."
"Okay, Gion- neechan~."
Shirahoshi smiled and nodded. Then she raised her right hand and pointed forward. With her change of heart, Laboon immediately learned of the order he had to carry out through Shirahoshi's Observation Haki.
Then, Laboon let out a long, drawn-out whale cry and began to move rapidly forward.
Meanwhile, at the same time that Laboon was moving, on the seabed near Laboon...
Countless shadows followed Laboon, wandering near the moving currents of Laboon!
In the sky, on a patch of grass about six square meters in size, floating in the air.
Yi Xiao sat there, holding his longsword, marveling at the aura below.
When he sensed the almost overwhelming Sea King, Yi Xiao couldn't help but shake his head.
"Hmm, Mrs. Shirahoshi... never mind, let's just call her Miss Shirahoshi for now."
In short, this child's Poseidon talent has been further developed.
That said, with her around, even I might not be able to withstand the impact of those Sea Kings, right?
"Is it really necessary for me to secretly follow and protect them?"
After speaking, he smiled, pursed his lips, and remained silent for a moment before raising his head with a smile.
"Haha, who cares? It's been a long time since I've ever had a leisurely trip."
Moreover, the adult is really messing things up. He is clearly Devil Fruit User, yet he insists on sailing on Laboon and seems to enjoy his weakened state.
Even with Lady Gion accompanying me, I still cannot feel at ease.
As for now, I am accompanied by myself, Lady Shirahoshi, and Gion.
Even if the Four Emperors attack, your safety will absolutely not be a problem.
Just as Yixiao was lost in thought, on the back of the moving Laboon.
Gawain gently nudged Gion's soft body and said.
"Gion, let go of me for a moment, let me try out Franky's little invention."
If this instant dryer is really as good as he says, then even I wouldn't be so afraid of the effects of seawater!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain bumped his head against Gion's chest.
Gion blushed slightly, then nodded and released Gawain.
Gawain stood unsteadily on Laboon's back, then raised his left hand and swung his wrist violently.
Suddenly, the small, watch-like device he was wearing on his wrist began to transform rapidly.
A moment later, a strong wind blew out from both sides of the watch. This hurricane swept along Gawain's skin, passed through Gawain clothes in the blink of an eye, and violently impacted his entire body.
In just a few moments, the large patches of water were blown away by the hurricane, and even Gawain's shoes were blown off by the hurricane.
As for Gawain, in just a moment, the Seastone Factor on his body disappeared along with the seawater!
A moment later, Gawain, barefoot, transformed into lightning and retrieved his shoes.
Floating in the air, he smiled and shook his left wrist at Gion.
"The dehumidifying bracelet made using the Jet Dial from the Sky Island actually works surprisingly well."
Aside from the potential drawback of it blowing your shoes away, I've personally tested it and it works great!
From this perspective, as long as the Devil Fruit User on our ship don't sink to the bottom of the sea or get locked up by Seastone, it seems that we can succeed.
That means we can regain our fighting ability at any time after being soaked in seawater!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain picked up the shoes and landed back on Laboon's back.
Gion quickly embraced the now-limp Gawain.
She would never admit that she felt a chill of loneliness in her chest even though Gawain had only been gone for a short while.
Everything is for Gawain's safety!
Meanwhile, near Sabaody Island, aboard the Dark Bird Ship.
Franky and Dan, escorted by Jinbe and Crocodile, gave the order to set sail.
The enormous Dark Bird Ship slowly moved forward.
As Sabaody receded into the distance, Rayleigh gently patted Jinbe on the shoulder.
"Buddy, it'll be months before we meet again. Don't let Little Gawain down. Protect our scientists and shipwrights."
"Don't worry, Grandpa Rayleigh, with me and Sand Crocodile here, Mr. Dan and Franky will be fine!"
Jinbe nodded confidently, earning Rayleigh a satisfied smile. Rayleigh then looked at Crocodile and frowned.
"As for you, Crocodile."
Cherish the opportunity that Little Gawain has given you to showcase and prove yourself!
"Receive!"
Crocodile nodded solemnly, a cigar dangling from his lips. Seeing this, Rayleigh also nodded, then turned and walked toward the gunwale of the Dark Bird Ship.
"I'll leave you here. I'll stay in Mary Geoise and Sabaody to look after the children."
They're gone!
As soon as he finished speaking, Rayleigh shot into the sky and disappeared in a flash of light.
After Rayleigh disappeared, Crocodile and Jinbe couldn't help but exchange a glance.
After a quick glance, they nodded to each other, then went to rest on either side of the ship's side.
Although it is highly likely that no one would dare to, and no one would attack the Dark Bird Ship.
But regardless, their enthusiasm for their work as guards is absolutely commendable!
Mary Geoise, within the Gawain Family.
Shalria sat leisurely on the sofa, watching the group of young people training wildly in the courtyard.
Before her eyes, Zoro's longsword and Sanji's ham were clashing repeatedly.
On the left, there is also a scene of Ace's flames and Smoker's smoke intertwined.
On the right is the teaching office of Isuka and Zephyr.
Watching the lively young people, Charlotte couldn't help but purse her lips and reveal an incredibly happy smile.
"Is this what Gawain usually sees? Hehe, I didn't expect him to specifically ask me to take care of his subordinates left in Mary Geoise ~~~."
Hmph, how could those little bitches who travel with him possibly become his legitimate wife, like me, sitting in the back row!
Only I can protect his lowly subordinates in this world where Celestial Dragon roam freely!
Only I can fulfill Gawain's request and provide a safe haven for his lowly subordinates!
Only me... I..."
Just as Charlotte was thinking this, an old man's voice suddenly came from afar.
Doflamingo!!!
Waaaaah, my dear nephew!
The way you look at me makes me so sad!!!
Why don't you come home with your uncle? He'll immediately apply to the Five Elders to let you inherit everything from Homing!
Uncle is so sorry to you, and so sorry to your whole family, sob sob sob!!!
As Saint Mjosgard cried, the Charlotte Palace frowned in annoyance.
Well, not only is he a protector for Gawain and his men, but even that useless guy Mjosgard is somewhat useful...
While Charlotte was pondering this in frustration, Charlos, who was playing football with the team, was suddenly tackled to the ground by Uta, who was dribbling the ball!
Uta is, after all, Devil Fruit User, and she's a super little girl who trained on Red-Haired Shanks' ship and is now continuing her training on Gawain's ship.
Charlos, what makes you think you can compare to Uta in terms of physical ability?
In short, a split second later, Charlos, who was earnestly participating in the defense, was like a ball, directly knocked into the goal by Uta...
After struggling to his feet, Charlos pointed a trembling finger at Uta!
"You, you, you!"
Damn it, you stupid, lowly person, that force you just used was enough to kill someone!!!
We're playing football! Can't we just play football properly? You're going too far... Huh?!
"Shut up, my stupid brother!!!"
Before Charlos could finish speaking, Shalria suddenly rushed onto the court, grabbed Charlos by the ear, and lifted him up.
While pulling Charlos's ear, Charlulia said with dissatisfaction.
"You couldn't even defend against a little girl's attack. What right do you have to talk so arrogantly? If you want to play football, shut your mouth and play your game properly!"
If you don't want to kick me, then I'll throw you back into your stupid family right now!
In short, you are not allowed to be mean to my dear brother Gawain's adorable subordinates, absolutely not!!!
As soon as she finished speaking, Shalria Charlos executed a one-armed high kick, throwing him back into the goal.
Uta, who had witnessed everything, was startled; even her red and white hair bun jumped up in fright.
Far away, after landing, Charlos rolled his eyes, on the verge of tears.
He trembled as he extended his right hand and spoke to Shalria with a mournful expression.
"Sister... Sister!"
The foolish family you're talking about... isn't that your family too?
You're not even married yet, and you've already sided with Gawain!
You do this, you do that...
"Waaaaah, my ears hurt so much! If you do this, Dad will be so sad, waaaaah!!!"
Charlos's cries echoed throughout the arena, even Nami, the referee, couldn't bear to watch anymore...
Shalria, looking at the weeping Charlos, arrogantly raised her head and glanced disdainfully at Mjosgard.
Meeting Mjosgard's puzzled gaze, Shalria a soft hum and then thought to herself.
"Do you see that, Mjosgard!"
Even if you're somewhat useful, there's only one Celestial Dragon in this family who can make Charlos cry!
They are irreplaceable!!!
Thinking of this, Shalria turned her head like a devil, excitedly continuing to look at Charlos.
She felt that during Gawain's absence, as the future matriarch of the Gawain Family, it was necessary to use Charlos as a tool to fully demonstrate her protection of the Gawain Family members!
Seeing Shalria's increasingly dark eyes, Charlos was first stunned, then shuddered violently.
"Waaaaah, all I want to do is play soccer! Can't I just play soccer properly?!"
Shalria is getting more and more terrifying. It's best to leave this horrible woman to Gawain!
I want to play football!!!
Charlos's increasingly bleak future, not long afterward, on the Thriller Bark...
A girl dressed in a pink Lolita dress, with makeup even more gothic than Gothic Lolita, and carrying a small floral umbrella, floated to the vicinity of the ship's railing.
It floated lightly onto the gunwale, and the girl listened intently while slightly frowning.
"Huh, I don't know why, but I think I heard a whale calling?"
The sound was so loud and carried so far! Could it be a Sea King whale???
At this point, the girl pursed her lips excitedly, then floated back into the air.
She floated along, flying towards the distant castle.
Not long after, a man wearing a blue and white hat, but with a lion's mouth on his face, walked out of the castle looking displeased.
Behind him followed a large group of subordinates with bizarre walking postures.
As he walked towards the sea, the man with the lion's mouth shook his head unhappily.
"If this woman weren't really that capable, I would never have listened to her and come to help!"
It's just a whale, why would they bother catching one?
What nonsense about whales having spices in their stomachs? Hmph, we're pirates! What do pirates need those damn spices for? Could we possibly beat those guys with bounties of billions?
Women are such a hassle, especially those with gothic makeup, except for beautiful women!!!
As soon as he finished speaking, the man with the lion's mouth walked unhappily to the shore and looked into the distance.
He froze, completely stunned, in that instant!
Before him stood a whale, several kilometers tall, its face covered in wounds, calling out loudly!
At the same time, a dashing woman wielding a long sword descended from the sky and landed in front of him, giving him a half-smile!
Looking at the woman's face, the man with the lion's mouth suddenly widened his eyes!
"Admiral, Momousagi Gion?!"
For a moment, the man with the lion's mouth was on the verge of tears; he knew he shouldn't have helped Perona!
That woman is definitely not a good person!!!