"Okay, then I'll wait a couple more days."
Neptune nodded heavily. He had finally made this decision—the decision to completely transform Fish-Man Island into the shape of Gawain!
Thinking of this, Neptune smiled with relief.
As Neptune smiled, Mjosgard was also grinning foolishly.
"Laughing, "Mjosgard said to Gawain.
"I didn't expect you to leave in such a hurry. Shall I go help you pack your things?"
Giving those guys orders takes time, you see, you're so tired, why don't you rest more and leave everything to me!
How about I head over right now and have them pack it up?
I..."
"You're just hoping I'll leave soon, aren't you, Senior Mjosgard..."
Gawain interrupted Mjosgard impatiently.
Upon hearing this, Mjosgard gave an awkward smile, and then said sheepishly.
It's not that I want you to leave early.
When you were on the island, for some reason, I always felt uneasy...
It was my fault, haha. You eat your food, go get some rest, and take a shower.
Look how dirty you are! Training must be tough!
At this point, Mjosgard forked a piece of fish and placed it on Gawain's plate.
While thoughtfully dipping him in some sauce, Mjosgard continued to ask.
"By the way, Gawain, who are you planning to bring back this time?"
Should I bring the Shirahoshi?
My good friend Neptune is probably really worried about this!
"Uh..." Gawain couldn't help but ponder for a moment.
Beside her, Shirahoshi suddenly covered her cheek; she really wanted to crawl under the table again.
Although she was shy, this time she didn't run away. Instead, she bravely held back her tears and earnestly spoke to Gawain.
"Gawain, you're not thinking of abandoning me, are you? Absolutely not, you promised me!"
You told me yourself that you would definitely keep your word!
As soon as she finished speaking, Shirahoshi looked at Gawain with a wronged expression.
Upon hearing this, Gawain could only speak softly.
"Shirahoshi, after leaving Fish-Man Island, I won't stay in Sabaody for long. The bubbles from the Yarukiman Mangrove shouldn't be too far from Sabaody, right?"
Without Floating Bubble, it's difficult to move around, and my ship doesn't yet have a room specifically prepared for you.
I originally planned to have a custom-built boat prepared for you, with a private room and pool, before taking you out.
What do you think?
"I don't want to wait!"
At this moment, the little girl was incredibly determined. With tears in her eyes, she spoke each word clearly.
"I've been waiting for five whole years!"
"Oh well!"
Seeing the little girl's attitude, what could Gawain say? He nodded and granted her request.
Anyway, this world is just one ocean, and seawater is the one thing we have in abundance. Before building a new ship, no matter how uncomfortable Shirahoshi is, she can always go back to the water to rest.
It's not a big problem.
After resolving Shirahoshi's problem, Gawain finally turned his attention to Jinbe.
Noticing Gawain's gaze, Jinbe was confused for a moment, then quickly put his knife and fork aside.
"Saint Gawain, is there anything you need to tell me?"
"Haha, it's nothing, don't be so polite, just continue eating."
Gawain chuckled and tapped the table with his fingertip, signaling Jinbe to relax.
Seeing this, Jinbe exhaled and then picked up his knife and fork to continue eating.
At the same time, Gawain continued speaking with a smile.
"The reason I called you isn't anything important. Just stay by my side, Jinbe."
"Profound."
Jinbe chewed on the Fish Skin Dumpling, nodding as he ate to indicate that he understood.
Then, he suddenly froze in shock...
"Pfft!"
With a muffled thud, Doraemon spat out all the dumplings he was eating.
He stared wide-eyed in disbelief, looking at Gawain with a bewildered expression, and asked.
"Wait, sir, what did you just say?"
"You already agreed, so let's settle on that."
Gawain smiled and waved his hand.
"Look, the Fish-Man Kingdom has Mjosgard in charge. His status as Celestial Dragon is far more useful than your title of Shichibukai."
In addition to the elite guards I left for Mjosgard, and the other guards that were subsequently dispatched.
Fish-Man Island is perfectly safe now, whether you're there or not.
But my situation is different. I'm about to experience a life of hardship at sea, with a vast ocean waiting for me to explore. Who knows what dangers I might encounter?
My status as Celestial Dragon means I won't let typhoons or tsunamis bow down to me.
But you are Fish-Man, so no matter what the circumstances, even if I accidentally fall into the deep sea, you have the ability to pull me out.
I need your strength, Jinbe!
"But I... I... I...?!?"
Jinbe stammered as he stood up, looking at Neptune with a bewildered expression...
Neptune made no comment; he didn't want to. All he wanted now was to fulfill his late beloved queen's dream of bringing the Fish-Man ashore!
So Jinbe could only look at Shirahoshi.
Facing Jinbe's gaze, Shirahoshi smiled slyly and said in a coquettish tone.
"Jinbe, you wouldn't leave me, a Merfolk, all alone by your side, would you?"
Gawain is surrounded by humans. I would be so lonely without any other humans by my side!
I'm only eleven years old!
Jinbe ~~~!"
"This..."
Jinbe gritted his teeth with difficulty. Celestial Dragon, he was Celestial Dragon.
He is the culprit who caused Fisher Tiger's lifelong suffering!
But that was Saint Gawain, an... extraordinary Celestial Dragon.
The future of Fish-Man Island right now!
After a brief moment of consideration, Jinbe clasped his hands together and bowed deeply to Gawain.
"In that case, let me become the strength of an adult!"
"Haha, very good!"
Gawain also stood up solemnly. He stretched his legs, which were a little weak, and helped Jinbe, who was bent over Jinbe his belly was almost touching the ground, to stand up straight.
After helping Jinbe, he didn't sit back down. Instead, he put one hand on Jinbe's arm and gently patted the table with the other.
"The nights on Fish-Man Island are beautiful, but the Merfolk are even more beautiful during the day. My trip was worthwhile."
But even the most beautiful scenery must come to an end. Only by being on the road, by experiencing it firsthand, can we truly linger and cherish the memories, right?
Gion, Jinbe, and Shirahoshi, come back to land with me.
Mjosgard, all the guards we brought, except for the sailors necessary for sailing, are left here and entrusted to you!
Neptune, I will not unilaterally interfere in the internal affairs of your Ryugu Kingdom. Humans and Fish-Man have their own systems. Your country is still yours to govern.
I will only use my name as a banner to protect the future of Fish-Man Island, to provide you with a sufficiently stable and peaceful environment so that you can adapt to the land as soon as possible!
But unconditional protection is only temporary. My protection is not cheap. When I make other arrangements for the Grand Line in the future, I want to see your attitude.
Whether you support me or not, you can decide based on what I bring you. If all I bring you is chaos and death, I will not have the audacity to ask your clan for help.
But if I give enough, then I hope I can get enough support from you. It would be best if you could provide that support; if you don't, then I'll have to find it myself.
That's all.
As soon as he finished speaking, Gawain released Jinbe and opened his arms to Neptune.
Seeing Gawain's actions, Neptune smiled and nodded, then bent down and let Gawain gently hug his large body.
After a brief hug, Neptune spoke at the opportune moment.
"Saint Gawain, you would never understand. For the sake of the land, my Fish-Man race has truly sacrificed too much in the past!"
What's more, you helped me deal with the real culprit who killed Otohime and rescued my daughter Shirahoshi!
So, haha, how could I not support you!
Wait a couple more days until your flag arrives. Then you'll see my Fish-Man Island covered in your flags!
Neptune, Neptune, Neptune!!!
Neptune shouted excitedly; this was the first time he had been so happy since Otohime's death.
The Fish-Man's dream is within reach, and he has even formed a friendship and cooperation with Celestial Dragon like Gawain!
The second Admiral beside Gawain was a member of his own clan, and Gao Wen's only woman in name was his daughter!
Haha, just imagining such a scenario makes Neptune incredibly excited!
This scenario only proves that the rise of the Fish-Man is imminent!!!