"Information, mainly that ubiquitous information!"
For ordinary people like us, even if we hear a thousand sentences at the same time, we can only respond immediately with the one that left the deepest impression.
Then, if you can hear and remember a few sentences out of a thousand, that would be quite good.
But Gawain not only heard countless voices, he could hear every single word clearly. For us, however, even a single sentence, which is quite clear, would create a response in our minds even if we didn't want to respond!
Therefore, even though Gawain is sitting here, his brain is instinctively answering countless questions on the order of billions!
This is the real danger Gawain faces now!
Crocus briefly explained Gawain's situation to everyone, then shook his head regretfully at Kuma.
Kuma's abilities are very strong; West City like memories and illnesses.
But clearly, Gawain couldn't project the sound he heard!
That's information obtained by communicating with the whole world through Observation Haki; even piercing your ear wouldn't stop the sound from being transmitted.
Thinking of this, Kuma pursed his lips reluctantly. After a moment's thought, he quickly spoke to Crocus again.
"The current situation is... that adult brains can't handle that level of information, right?"
At this point, a hint of reluctance appeared in Kuma's eyes, but after a moment's hesitation, he still spoke firmly to Gawain.
"If that's the only reason, I might have a solution!"
Gentlemen... especially Admiral Yagara Bull!
You should know about the existence of the Brain-Brain Fruit, right?
"So you're setting your sights on Vegapunk?"
Upon hearing what the Kuma said, Borsalino remained silent, but Stussy was startled.
"That's true. Beggar can obtain the Brain-Brain Fruit, which is indeed the most suitable Devil Fruit for you at your current level."
Vegapunk, that guy, used the Brain-Brain Fruit to collect and memorize every technological principle from every era in the world!
His head is almost as big as an island!
Although it looks terrible, as long as it keeps the adults alive, it doesn't matter if it looks bad, right?
"So, sir, when are we going to take care of Vegapunk?"
At this point, Stussy looked at Gawain with a cold expression, awaiting Gawain's orders.
However, before Gawain could speak, Borsalino took over from Stussy.
"This approach is not advisable. Don't forget, to date, only Vegapunk has been able to complete the experiment of stripping away Devil Fruit."
Although Vegapunk has created clones, neither he nor his clones would likely sacrifice themselves to extract... his Devil Fruit from someone who wants to kill him!
Besides Vegapunk, is there anyone else who could steal Devil Fruit?
If so, I wouldn't mind sending Vegapunk over.
If I had to choose between a brilliant scientist and a wise monarch, I would definitely choose the wise monarch, Your Excellency.
It doesn't matter if they aren't groundbreaking scientists.
However... this era is not lacking in newer and more powerful technologies!
What our era needs is a great man!
Even Vegapunk's genius has now become our adversary.
Does anyone think that Lord Gawain won't attempt to reach the pinnacle of Mary Geoise?
"In that case, taking this opportunity to eliminate Mary Geoise's current technological reliance on Vegapunk would actually be a good thing for us!"
After saying that, Kizaru lowered his head and looked at Gawain.
His relationship with Vegapunk is far from that of friends. As long as he doesn't get into trouble, he doesn't care whether Vegapunk lives or dies!
And Gawain.
Even now, Kizaru would be willing to die for Gawain, as the previous battles have already demonstrated!
Everyone who fought alongside Gawain to the very end, who among them hadn't mentally prepared themselves to die on the battlefield?
Hearing Borsalino's words, Stussy nodded eagerly.
But as she nodded, she couldn't help but worry.
Vegapunk had done me a great favor, and I owed him a huge debt of gratitude.
But under these circumstances, how can I repay his kindness?
As Stussy continued to ponder, Crocus, after a long silence, suddenly patted the armrest of the hospital bed.
"We might not need to kill Vegapunk!"
The reason we need the Brain-Brain Fruit is that we lack a sufficiently powerful brain.
So, all we need to do is ask Vegapunk to cut off a part of his brain, and then we can place that part of his brain on the ship!
At this point, Crocus clapped his hands suddenly, immediately becoming excited.
"That's right, I finally remember!"
Back when Roger was still on his ship, after meeting Vegapunk, Roger kept a part of Vegapunk's head!
Roger explained that he needed Vegapunk's brain to amplify and maintain the effect of Voice of All Things!
Looking back now, I think Roger probably didn't want me to know that his terminal illness was actually a path he chose himself.
"How heartbroken his crew would be!"
At this point, Crocus looked intently at Kizaru.
Meeting Crocus's gaze, Kizaru nodded slightly.
"Understood. I'll go see Vegapunk right now, and I'll bring back a considerable number of Vegapunk's brains by tonight at the latest!"
"Wait, Franky and I will go too!"
Beside him, Kuma patted Franky on the shoulder and said...
"Perhaps using Vegapunk's brain requires some special device. I think it would be better to have Franky, who understands the adult body better, communicate with Vegapunk!"
"That's right, Giao, it's a bit difficult to construct a brainwave diffusion circuit connecting the brains of Gawain and Vegapunk, but I have no problem with it."
As for Vegapunk, I've wanted to meet him for a long time!
As they spoke, Franky agreed with Kuma's suggestion, and then the three of them immediately left!
After they left, Gawain gently raised his hand, and the people around him immediately gathered around.
Gawain pointed at Stussy and said,
"Borsalino and the others will be back in a while. In the meantime, Stussy, go to the Ryugu Kingdom in the ocean and bring me that Merfolk who can see the future!"
What I want is not maybe or possibly, but a guaranteed better situation and future.
Thanks a lot!"
"It's no trouble at all, how could this be considered a hardship? Please take care of yourself, my lord. I'll go and fetch Lady Shakuyaku right away!"
Stussy quickly responded and then hurried off towards the Ryugu Kingdom.
After she left, Gawain turned to Luo and said.
"My situation should not be known to others. Although keeping it a secret is unlikely, the fewer people the better."
In addition, after Judge and the others arrive, have them wait for me in the reception room. If Shakuyaku reveals that there is anything in the future that requires their services, then they will need to serve me.
If they are of no use in the future, then whatever you do, don't let my situation reach their ears.
Once they finally find out everything...
At this point, Gawain put his arm around Luo's neck, then pulled Lola closer to him and said.
"Once they find out everything, then you should go see Bullet and Aramaki."
Once my condition stabilizes, have those two keep everyone involved in or aware of this matter here and forbid them from leaving!
That's good that they want to stay.
If they are unwilling and attempt to escape.
Then let's keep them here permanently!
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain gently patted Luo's neck. Luo felt a chill run down his spine and looked at Gawain with horror.
This young monarch, who had always presented himself as kind and benevolent, finally revealed the will and ambition brewing behind his immense Conqueror's Haki when his own life was in grave danger!
Luo, of course, had no objection to this and quickly nodded.
Upon receiving Luo's response, Gawain frowned and then asked.
"Also, I think I requested before that Blackbeard, that bastard, come see me..."
In short, has anyone taken care of this matter yet?
"Sir, while you were undergoing your examination, Mr. Mihawk traveled alone to the New World. He was the one who took on this mission, and he certainly possesses the necessary abilities!"
"Very good."
At this point, Gawain nodded in satisfaction, then suppressed his pain and lay back down on the hospital bed.
I have so little time left, so very little!
Even if one wants to temporarily set aside everything in front of them and take their soul to more worlds to find the answer to saving themselves.
He didn't even have enough time to do that!
Why...
Meanwhile, in the New World.
Mihawk sat alone on his small wooden boat.
The ship moved on its own without wind, swaying rapidly in the ocean currents. Even when the ship and he were facing a blizzard that could be described as the most desperate situation in the New World, he and his ship continued to speed away as always.
Even as he sped along, Mihawk's eyes, drooping lowered, revealed an intense sadness.
Gawain...
When Mihawk first met Gawain, he was both expectant and dissatisfied.
He hoped that Gawain could become a swordsman who surpassed himself, so that he, who was already close to the pinnacle of swordsmanship, could go a step further and witness the ultimate in swordsmanship firsthand!
Even if the only consequence is death.
But is death... really more terrifying than endless confusion?
However, when he met him with hope, he shattered that hope. Gawain, who possessed extraordinary talent, was not a pure swordsman after all!
Just like Shanks, who is no longer worthy of being his swordsmanship opponent!
But after the initial disappointment, who knew that Gawain would actually give him hope?
Although he did not discover a new realm of swordsmanship.
But he actually discovered a new power system that was completely different from the current trend!
Moreover, that power system is purely derived from the physical body, making it qualified to be used in improving swordsmanship!
From that moment on, Mihawk had silently declared that Gawain was the most suitable mentor and friend for Mihawk after Shanks.
As his chakra system gradually strengthened, Mihawk found himself increasingly unable to find a worthy opponent, so Gawain also became his close friend and brother, on whom he placed great hopes!
And then... inexplicably, I suddenly received news that Gawain was about to die!!!
The person most likely to change the era of swordsmanship and surpass the millions of swordsmen of the past is about to die!
Before he succeeded!!!
Thinking of this, Mihawk's small boat suddenly accelerated, its unparalleled Haki even spreading along the seawater to the sea surface.
As he accelerated, Mihawk gritted his teeth.
Although it's unclear why Gawain believed Blackbeard possessed the knowledge to eat a second Devil Fruit.
But in this situation, if my friend feels there's still a chance to win it over, then I must help him get it!
Blackbeard, right?
I hope you'll readily reveal your secret.
If you're not satisfied!
Then Black Blade and I will help you get it over with!
Meanwhile, aboard the Dark Bird Ship.
With a somber expression, Luo entered the officers' lounge and, amidst the silence of the crowd, called Aramaki and Bullet out.
Looking at the gloomy Luo, Aramaki chuckled indifferently, while Bullet asked with some dissatisfaction.
"What's going on, kid? Why are you the one who came to call us?"
We strong people don't like dealing with doctors. Strong people don't need treatment, much less physical examinations!
Okay, Bullet thought this was a medical checkup.
The other day, he got goosebumps from being manipulated by Crocus was also his senior, and he couldn't fight back at all.
Now they've come knocking on our door.
As soon as Bullet spoke, Aramaki scoffed disdainfully.
"Tch, what's wrong with your brain? Look at the guy's expression, how could we possibly be having a medical check-up?"
"As I see it, the adults probably have some dirty work for us to do, haha."
As he spoke, Aramaki patted Luo on the shoulder.
"Is that right, buddy?"
"Haha, if it's dirty work, then I'd love it!"
They said I was a dirty person, so I'll just do the dirty work. I hope the adults' target is the Navy's trash, that way I can get revenge!!!
Bullet's anger turned to joy, and he patted Luo on the shoulder with satisfaction.
Looking at Bullet and Araki, the two most recently joined, unconventional executives.
Luo nodded helplessly.
"It's not going to be dirty work, but I hope the two of them can act as insurance in some things later."
You two need not ask any further questions. The head of the household only issues orders and will notify you when the time is right.
As for now, please help the head of the household receive the soon-to-arrive Vinsmoke Family and scientist Caesar!
Please treat us with utmost care!
Having said that, Luo nodded to the two of them, then turned and left.
Upon receiving the order, Bullet and Aramaki grinned, their smiles surprisingly radiating a similar sense of wickedness.
"So, is there something you're unable to do, sir, and want to delegate it to those who are on their way?"
"Yes, it seems to be related to science, after all, both Judge and Caesar are scientists."
Besides, if we're talking about doing what soldiers are supposed to do, who's more suitable than the two of us!
"Haha, that's right, we two are the last men on this ship, everyone else is a bunch of sissies!"
"Well said, bro! Why the hell didn't I meet you sooner?"
"Same here. If I had met you sooner, I could have had someone to drink with, haha!!!"