Why Should Pirates Care About Ethics?

Storm is unaware that Nami has completely shattered Yamato's "idol filter" for Kozuki Oden.

There's no denying that this is indeed a good thing...

After leaving the Sky Garden, Storm went directly to the headquarters of the World Economic News Paper.

A uniquely shaped airship.

After "taming" the Big News Bird Morgans, the headquarters of the World Economic Journal was forcibly relocated to Whole Cake Island, under Storm's will.

In a sense, Storm has also gained control of the largest media channel on the high seas.

No one can ignore the World Economic Journal's propaganda role on the high seas.

Even the World Government can't do it!

However, in the past...

Storm rarely uses the World Economic Journal as a special "news and public opinion weapon," but simply lets it carry out some news work in a routine manner.

Only when the New Marines was established did Storm have the World Economic Journal publish a few articles that were effusive in their praise.

Perhaps due to the news reports in the World Economic Journal, or perhaps due to the New Marines's own stance and actions, the New Marines has a very good reputation on the high seas.

Even within the World Government and the Old Marines, the New Marines enjoys a high reputation.

This can be seen from the fact that a large number of naval forces are still entering the New World from other sea areas and joining the New Marines.

We've gotten a bit off-topic...

Storm has come to the World Economic Journal headquarters not to activate this "news weapon," but to find Robin.

This was long before the World Economic Journal's headquarters had moved to Whole Cake Island.

Under Storm's instructions, Robin joined the World Economic Journal and quickly rose to become World Economic Journal "vice editor-in-chief."

Inside the World Economic Journal.

Robin's status can be described as "second only to one bird, above all others."

... That doesn't seem quite right.

Because of Robin's status as a member of the Storm Pirates.

Even Morgans treated Robin with great courtesy and never looked down on her.

Robin's work at the World Economic Journal was as effective as Storm had anticipated.

Robin truly possesses extraordinary talent in intelligence gathering and processing.

Given time...

Robin might very well replace the Big News Bird Morgans and become the true manager of the World Economic Journal.

However, Morgans seems to have realized this as well, and has been working overtime like crazy lately, trying his best to perform...

Storm's arrival immediately attracted the attention of everyone at the World Economic Journal.

Initially, the staff of the World Economic Journal had quite a few complaints about this "new boss".

But it's alright, the Gild Tesoro will take action.

Under the "money power" of the Gild Tesoro, the hearts and minds of the World Economic Journal were quickly won over.

The only thing Storm couldn't control for the time being was the "bird heart" of those News Coo —that was probably Morgans ' "racial talent" (or perhaps a Devil Fruit ability).

"Captain?"

Upon receiving the news, Robin immediately dropped what she was doing and rushed to Storm's side.

"What brings you here today?"

"I have a small gift for you."

Storm waved to the World Economic Journal reporter standing nearby, then conjured a Blue-Eyes White Dragon and flew off the airship with Robin in his arms.

How's work lately?

Robin tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, a faint smile appearing on her face. "It's ordinary, and quite normal."

"... This answer was somewhat unexpected."

Storm piloted the Blue-Eyes White Dragon and flew down to the Cake Castle below.

What does 'normal' mean?

"It's like... the normal life of an ordinary person."

Robin thought for a moment and then gave her answer.

"Before this, I never thought I could live like an ordinary person."

Some people become shoguns of Wano Country at the age of 8.

Some people become Devil Child wanted by the World Government at the age of eight.

Robin had thought she would sink into darkness forever, until the day she died.

Then, in Alabasta, she met the man who would save her life, and her fate was completely turned around...

"Actually, I'm just an ordinary person too--"

Storm noticed Robin's changing expression halfway through his sentence.

What kind of expression is that?

"Nothing..."

Robin chuckled softly.

"I just feel that the Captain's ability to tell jokes is getting better and better."

"Tsk!"

Storm curled his lip, then waved his hand to release the Road Poneglyph he had brought from Wano Country.

"Didn't I go on a 'business trip' a few days ago? This is a little gift I brought back from out of town."

"Seriously, Captain, even if you want to disguise yourself as an ordinary person, you should at least put on an act, right?"

Robin's eyes lit up, and he immediately moved closer to the Road Poneglyph.

"Where would an ordinary person treat the Road Poneglyph as a gift?"

"Speaking of which, is this the 'road sign' that Beasts Kaido possesses?"

"No."

Storm shook his head and corrected him.

"To be precise, this is Road Poneglyph possessed by the Kozuki Clan of Wano Country."

"It's like there's a Poneglyph in Alabasta, but it doesn't belong to Sand Crocodile; it Nefertari Family."

"Uh-huh!"

Robin casually echoed twice, his eyes still fixed on the red stone in front of him.

"I will translate the text recorded on the Road Poneglyph as soon as possible."

"Captain, now you only need two 'landmarks', right?"

"Actually, what I really want to say is—I lack nothing now."

Storm shrugged, unleashing his [Clay Fruit] ability to sculpt a few miniature Godzilla for Robin, serving as bodyguards.

"You can translate the Ancient Script here first. I still need to go see Dr. Vegapunk."

"Oh, by the way, I brought back a new person. Remember to go to the Sky Garden tonight for the Welcome Banquet."

Robin waved his hand without turning his head, "I understand, go ahead..."

Gathering information, compiling news, going to and from get off work...

This kind of "ordinary job" was indeed novel and relaxing for Robin.

But in essence...

Robin is also an archaeologist.

Her passion for archaeology surpassed everything else!

"They're gone."

Storm didn't bother Robin anymore and turned to run towards Punk Hazard.

Following the previous island-level renovations.

Punk Hazard has been completely integrated into Whole Cake Island.

The current Punk Hazard is less of an island and more of a "region" within the world of Totto Land.

When Storm arrived in Punk Hazard.

I happened to run into Bear and Bonney, who were having a physical exam there.

Vegapunk, whose head was now adorned with a strange, apple-like device, was holding a document and chattering incessantly to Bear.

"... Use overwhelming technological power to crush those brutal and inhumane evil parties!"

"PhD..."

Bear originally wanted to ask Bonney about the results of her test, but when he suddenly saw Storm arrive, he immediately stood up.

"Storm, you've come!"

"Yes, Bear, Bonney, Professor, and Momotaro."

Storm sat down next to the group, ignoring Sentomaru's angry roar (not Momotaro! It's Sentomaru!).

"What are you talking about?"

"Clone Soldier!"

Vegapunk said it very frankly.

"The Bear carries the blood of the Buccaneer Tribe, whose Physique strength has been renowned throughout history."

"If we use the Bear's cells to create Clone Soldier, and combine that with my technology, we can definitely build a 'future army' that will change the course of history!"

"That sounds a bit far-fetched..."

Storm extended his index finger and flicked out a clump of clay.

The clay expanded and transformed into a new "Bear" the moment it hit the ground.

"Actually, I've had this kind of 'soldier' for a long time."

"Can these be considered the same?"

Vegapunk reached out and poked the skin of "Clay Bear," startled by its solid texture.

"Storm, listen to me, although the 'Bear' will definitely be very expensive, it will absolutely be worth every penny!"

"I'm sorry, but after witnessing Vinsmoke Gage's Clone Soldier, I feel there's no need to continue developing this kind of project."

Storm shook his head, directly rejecting Vegapunk's "Clone Soldier project".

"I think this cloning technology is somewhat unethical."

"Outdated thinking!"

Vegapunk looked at Storm with a mixture of disappointment and frustration.

"Why would a pirate like you care about 'ethical issues'?"

"Of course, I, a pirate, am different from a morally bankrupt scientist like you."

Storm waved his hand, glanced at Bonney beside him with a smile, and changed the subject.

"Speaking of which, how is Bonney's 'Azure Jade Scales' treatment going?"

"It's almost over."

Vegapunk glanced at the documents in his hand and nodded repeatedly.

"We're currently in the final observation period—and things are going very well—we just need to observe her for another week at most to confirm that Bonney is truly alright, and then she can run freely in the sun!"

Upon hearing this, Bear couldn't help but pick up Bonney, and large tears welled up in his eyes, soaking Bonney's clothes.

"That's great... Bonney..."

"Dad! You crybaby! Shame on you!"

The little incident involving Bear and his daughter quickly passed.

Storm looked at Vegapunk and began to explain his true purpose.

"Doctor, how much do you know about Ancient Weapon?"

"Ancient Weapon?"

Vegapunk touched the "apple" on his head.

"You mean [Uranus], [Pluton], and [Neptune]?"

"I've only seen some information about them in documents; I've never actually handled any of the actual objects."

"Speaking of which, there's also an ancient robot on Punk Hazard, which is probably a technological product from the Great Kingdom..."

Ancient robots?

It must be "Emmett", right?

Another Joey Boy "comrade-in-arms"!

"PhD."

Storm interrupted Vegapunk's rambling explanation of ancient robots.

"If there's ever a chance to 'excavate Ancient Weapon,' would you like to come with me?"

First update.

There was still some in the early morning.