The moment the internship boat broke through the darkness of the deep sea and jumped out of the sea, the world suddenly changed color.
The sky was swallowed up by leaden dark clouds, and large hailstones fell without warning, banging the deck. The sea surface was no longer blue, but tumbling ink, rolling up huge waves tens of meters high, as if to smash the trainee ship into pieces.
"Whoa, ah, ah! I'm going to die, I'm going to die!"
Usopp and Chopper hugged each other, with tears and noses flying, and they rolled around on the deck with the violent shaking of the ship's hull, like two out-of-control fur balls.
"What the hell kind of weather is this!" Nami turned pale and held on to the side of the boat tightly.
"Hold on tight!" Koala calmed down quickly. She had seen worse scenes on the Revolutionary Army's ship. She reminded loudly and skillfully helped fix the debris on the deck.
"Bastard Julang, look at me cutting you down!" Zoro held down the handle of the knife, his eyes sharp.
"Idiot! Do you want to sink the ship!" Sanji kicked him back to the cabin, "Go and adjust the weight of the sail!"
"SUPER!" Franky stood in front of the rudder, shirtless, letting the cold rain and waves beat on his body. Instead of being afraid, he shouted excitedly, "Come on! New World! Let me see how powerful you are!"
On the bow of the ship, Luffy opened his arms, facing the strong wind, and laughed louder than anyone else.
"Hahahaha! This is adventure! Adventure King! I'm determined!"
In the chaos, Usopp and Chopper rolled into a ball and hit someone's feet. Hawkins was sitting on the box in the corner, his body swaying with the ship, but his expression remained motionless.
Usopp hugged his legs and cried, "Hawkins! Do the math! How long can we survive!"
Hawkins glanced at them slowly and turned over a tarot card with an expressionless face.
"Relax." He said calmly, "On this voyage, the mortality rate is zero."
I don't know how long it took, but when the trainee boat rushed out of the thunderstorm sea area without any danger, the vision suddenly opened up.
The sky is as blue as a wash, and the sea surface is like a mirror.
The interns collapsed on the deck one by one, gasping for air, as if they had just walked out of hell.
A few days later.
The internship ship slowly sailed into a bustling port. Here is one of New World Government Member States Waltz Country.
Looking around, both sides of the street are lined with uniform Wano Country style buildings, with cornices and brackets, which are antique. But what is different from Wano Country is that the streets here are wide and flat, and the pedestrians are well-dressed and their faces are filled with wealth and confidence. There is no oppression of isolation in the air, only the vitality brought by openness and prosperity.
This is New World's fourth "dream place" after Wano Country, Dressrosa and Whole Cake Island.
At the port, a group of people had been waiting for a long time.
The leader was none other than the former Shichibukai, now Wano Country, the first generation mayor Crocodile. He was wearing a crisp black suit and his hair was neatly combed., the once heroic and gangster spirit was replaced by a deep majesty. Next to him was the commissioner sent by World Government to take over Waltz Country, who was standing respectfully half a step behind him.
When the flag of the trainee ship appeared on the sea level, the whole port was in commotion.
"It's Lord Marshal's ship!"
"The legendary Navy Marshal, Akira is here!"
The news spread like the wind through the streets and alleys. Citizens who were shopping, shop owners, soldiers on patrol... countless people put down what they were doing and spontaneously poured into the port from all directions. The crowds gathered together, forming an endless torrent behind Crocodile and his group.
When the figure of Akira appeared on the bow of the ship, the entire port fell silent instantly.
He walked down the gangway with a leisurely pace.
Crocodile and the government commissioner immediately took a step forward, and all the soldiers behind them straightened their backs and stood at attention.
"Salute!"
Crocodile had a loud voice and took the lead in performing a standard naval salute.
Behind him, the tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of people who came after hearing the news straightened their backs and used all their strength to form a voice that shook the sky.
"Loyal!"
The sound was overwhelming and shocked the hearts of every intern. They had seen big scenes, but never seen such a scene. This was not a fear of force, but support and belief from the heart.
"Is this the influence of Navy King?" Nami clenched his fists, his eyes shining with unprecedented light, "In the future, I will also become a big shot like Mr. Akira!"
"You can't become Navy King." Usopp came over at some point, puffed up his chest, and pointed at himself proudly, "Because the second generation of Navy King is me, Usopp!"
"Bang!"
Nami Iron Fist hit him on the head without mercy.
Luffy tilted his head and asked curiously, "What is the second generation of Navy King? Can I be one?"
"You have no chance." Ace held down his Straw Hat and said with a smile, "Isn't your target the Adventure King? Navy King The second generation, it must be me."
Amid the chirping exchanges among the interns, Akira looked at Crocodile who was walking in front of him, and said with a smile, "We haven't seen each other for a long time, and the former Sand Crocodile has completely disappeared. He was replaced by the first-generation mayor Wano Country, who is famous among New World."
Crocodile had a serious expression, withdrew the military salute, and said seriously, "It's because Lord Marshal has a sharp eye and knows pearls. Besides, I enjoy everything now more than being a pirate."
"Okay, I've learned how to flatter you!" Akira smiled, changed the subject and asked, "Are you coming to Waltz Country for a visit or for government exchange?"
"Both." Crocodile's expression remained serious. "Because in order to promote the Wano Country model, I need to do many things myself!"
Akira nodded. "Those who are able work harder. Let's go. Since you happen to be here, today's banquet is indispensable!"
Crocodile turned sideways and bowed. "Lord Marshal please!"
As people voluntarily gave way to the road, a group of people walked towards the municipal building.
On both sides of the street, countless women of different looks crowded in the front row. There was no fear in their eyes, only fanatical admiration.
"Akira-sama, look at me here!"
"Oh my god, he's ten thousand times more handsome than in the newspaper!"
"Master Akira, I love you!"
Countless blowing kisses and love gestures were thrown from the crowd, creating a star-chasing scene of unprecedented scale.
Hancock, who was following Akira, could no longer hold on to the arrogant smile on his face.
She calmly moved her body closer, almost hanging her whole body on Akira's arm. At the same time, she used her beautiful eyes that overlooked all living beings to take a fierce look at the women who screamed the most happily.
A well-dressed woman was so excited that she tried to break through the guards and get closer to Akira.
Hancock had a sneer at the corner of his mouth and stretched his foot seemingly unintentionally.
"Ouch!"
The woman suddenly lost her balance and fell to the ground in a panic, causing a small commotion.
Hancock withdrew his gaze with satisfaction and cursed secretly, "What kind of man dares to covet a concubine?"
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