Xi Yan's Decision: Make a Big Splash!!

"Those of you who participated in the Navy Headquarters war should know just how strong the world's top fighters truly are," Rayleigh said. "Think carefully, with your current strength, can you withstand them?!"

After speaking, Rayleigh paused for a moment, then looked at Xi Yan, who seemed about to say something, and continued, "A good partner that can be protected?"

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan's words, which had just reached his throat, were abruptly cut off.

Yes, a good partner who can be protected?

If he were to fight one of the Four Emperors, he would have no problem at all, because... even if he couldn't kill the opponent, the opponent couldn't kill him either!

But what about his companions?

Are his companions capable of taking on enemies with bounties exceeding $1 billion?

Can they handle a second Marine Admiral?

Upon realizing this, Xi Yan immediately fell silent.

"The New World is far more dangerous than you imagine," Rayleigh said calmly. "Without sufficient strength, you won't be able to protect your companions."

Luffy fell silent upon hearing this; he couldn't imagine what it would be like to lose his crewmates again.

Seeing that the time was right, Rayleigh said, "I have a suggestion..."

"Of course, whether or not you choose to do it is up to you."

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan glanced at Luffy, then looked at Rayleigh and said, "Uncle Rayleigh, just say what you want to say, stop keeping me in suspense."

"You're really impatient," Rayleigh chuckled, then said seriously, "My suggestion is that you refrain from gathering for the time being and instead halt for two years."

"Stop... for two years?"

"Yes," Rayleigh nodded. "Use these two years to become stronger. Only then will you be able to survive in a place like the New World."

Rayleigh, who had once ventured into the New World with his companions, knew all too well how dangerous such places were.

Therefore, Luffy and his crew must become stronger!

'With a renowned teacher like me, they'll definitely become stronger within two years!' Rayleigh thought to himself.

As the Vice-Captain of the Pirate King, he certainly had that confidence.

After hearing Rayleigh's words, Luffy paused for a moment, then shook his head and said, "No, we made a promise to our crew. If we don't go, they'll worry."

"And I can't let them wait two years in Sabaody Archipelago for nothing."

That would be incredibly irresponsible!

So they have to go back!

'Is it because he can't relay information to his companions that he has to go?' Rayleigh, sensing the problem, muttered to himself.

It seems we need to solve this problem first, otherwise Luffy will never be willing to stop training.

Thinking of this, Rayleigh said, "Then let's hear my second suggestion!"

"A second proposal?"

A hint of doubt appeared in the eyes of the group, wondering what the man was going to say next.

"Hmm." Rayleigh nodded and said, "The reason you're unwilling to stop is simply because you can't communicate with your comrades."

"But if this problem can be solved, then there won't be any issues."

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan glanced at Luffy first, then looked at Rayleigh and asked, "How do you plan to resolve this?"

"To be clear, we cannot contact them via Den Den Mushi."

Rayleigh didn't show any surprise upon hearing this, clearly having already guessed it.

Then he said, "The newspapers know about it, right?"

"We can use newspapers to convey information."

"Using newspapers to deliver information?"

A question mark appeared above Luffy's head: Is this even possible?

"That's one way," Xi Yan said, stroking his chin.

Their actions at Navy Headquarters should have already been reported in the newspapers, so your comrades will likely continue to follow the news.

In this way... everyone should be able to see the information they are sending out.

But now there's a problem: how should we express this information?

If the situation were explained directly, the Navy and the World Government would definitely take action, which could put others' lives in danger, something Xi Yan doesn't want to see.

Therefore, we must come up with a solution that only they know.

Thinking of this, Xi Yan fell into deep thought.

"Newspapers can do this?" Sander Sonia asked in surprise.

How could she not know?

"Why not?" Rayleigh retorted.

If the partners are very familiar with each other, they can convey information in a subtle way!

"Um... what should we do then?"

"That depends on whether they have any secret codes or anything like that," Rayleigh said.

If the Straw Hat Pirates had certain specific codes, transmitting information would become much easier.

Then, Rayleigh looked at Luffy and said, "What's your choice?"

Luffy didn't answer immediately, but instead thought about it seriously.

'Thinking about it carefully... Rayleigh is right.'

Although Xi Yan is very strong, having reached a level where he can fight Marine Admiral without being defeated, the strength of the others is still too weak...

If they were to go to the New World now, they might become a burden.

'Just like back in the Sabaody Archipelago,' Luffy murmured to himself.

Therefore... everyone must continue to become stronger in order to prevent such a thing from happening again!

With this thought in mind, Luffy's eyes hardened.

Noticing the change in Luffy's expression, Rayleigh smiled and said, "Looks like you've made your decision."

"Yes, that's right." Luffy nodded and said, "I've made up my mind."

So, what's your decision...?

"Let's take a two-year break," Luffy said. "We'll use two years to get stronger!"

He will spend two years training to become strong enough to defeat Marine Admiral... no, strong enough to defeat any enemy!!!

"Have you made up your mind yet?" Grandma Za asked, Luffy.

"Okay, I've decided."

Grandma Za paused for a moment upon hearing this, then smiled and said, "Yes, that's fine too."

It will be safer to go to the New World after I become stronger.

And... that way, Xi Yan can stay on Amazon Lily for two years!

With that in mind, Grandma Za turned her gaze to Hancock.

'That excited look in his eyes... just as I expected,' Grandma Za thought to herself.

"Then I'll use this time to hatch the Snake Egg," Merry said, wiping her eyes.

Two years is enough time for her to hatch the Snake Egg and become stronger!!

"It's not just about hatching Snake Egg," Grandma Za said. "I'll also use this time to teach you more combat skills."

It's not enough for Xi Yan and Luffy to get stronger alone; this little girl, Merry, needs to get stronger too!

After all... they're going to be partners on this voyage!

"Okay, Grandma Za!" Merry clenched her little fists and said, "I want to get stronger too!!"

She didn't want to be a burden to the team anymore; she wanted to protect her companions!

Seeing Merry's adorable appearance, the others immediately burst into laughter.

"Ha ha ha ha."

"So, what method do you plan to use to transmit information?" Marguerite asked. "A code?"

"Word?"

"Or are some numbers?"

"This..."

Upon hearing Marguerite's words, Luffy and his two companions immediately stopped what they were doing, all showing thoughtful expressions.

"I remember we said we'd meet again in three days when we left, right?" Xi Yan said.

Uncle Rayleigh said the coating would take three days, so they decided to meet up in three days.

"You mean..." Luffy frowned and thought for a moment, then flashed with light and said, "I know what to do!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Luffy wrote four numbers on the table with water.

3D2Y!

However, in 3D, Luffy drew an X and crossed out the number.

This means the three-day meeting plan has been cancelled and will now be rescheduled for two years later!

"That's a simple and clear way of expressing it," Rayleigh said, stroking his chin.

Sander Sonia looked puzzled and asked, "Are you so sure they can understand it?"

If she didn't know what was going on, she wouldn't understand why the Straw Hat did this.

"They definitely can!" Luffy said firmly, "They'll understand what I mean!"

Having spent so much time together, you must be able to figure out what he means!

Sander Sonia paused for a moment after hearing this, then said, "Okay... I hope they can understand."

"So how do you plan to get this information into the newspaper?" Grandma Za asked.

"My idea is to go to Navy Headquarters," Rayleigh said. "That would definitely get us photographed and printed in the newspapers."

After all... these two guys are definitely people who generate buzz!

"Go to Navy Headquarters?" Grandma Za frowned and said, "Aren't you afraid that Sengoku and the others will block you?"

Although the Navy Headquarters suffered heavy losses after this war, those Marine Admiral are still alive!

"They don't have time to bother me right now," Rayleigh said with a smirk.

If I'm not mistaken, this period of the Sengoku period should be when he was being scolded in Mary Geoise.

After all... that guy has to take responsibility for the Ceasefire!

Grandma Za?

Grandma Za looked at Rayleigh with a puzzled expression, not understanding why this guy was so confident.

Was he so sure that Sengoku wouldn't team up with Garp to capture the three of them?

Just then, Xi Yan said, "Actually, there's no need to go to Navy Headquarters."

"What do you mean?" Rayleigh asked, puzzled. "Do you have some other method?"

If Xi Yan really had other options, he wouldn't bother going to a dangerous place like the Navy Headquarters.

"I want to do something big!" Xi Yan said, his eyes gleaming.

Rayleigh:???

What does "let's do something big" mean?

Ignoring Rayleigh's reaction, Xi Yan turned to Luffy and said, "Luffy, this time I might make a big fuss, is that alright?"

"Hahaha, go for it, Xi Yan!" Luffy said with a loud laugh.

Although he didn't know what Xi Yan was planning, as the captain, he was willing to share the burden with him!

Okay~

Looking at Luffy's smiling face, Xi Yan's lips gradually curled up.

"What do you want to do?" Grandma Za Zha asked Xi Yan, looking at him with suspicion.

"I'm going to Mary Geoise!"

Upon hearing this, everyone showed expressions of shock, clearly not expecting Xi Yan to say such a thing.

Hancock, who had been staring blankly at Xi Yan, also reacted the same way after hearing Xi Yan's words.

"Um?"

Margaret, who had returned with the tea, swallowed hard and asked, "Wh... what's wrong?"

Why has everyone suddenly fallen silent?

"West... Xi Yan," Hancock said, "You plan to go..."

"Ah, that's right, that's the place." Xi Yan said, his eyes gleaming. "I'm going to cause some trouble there."

"And while I'm at it... deal with a few Celestial Dragons!"

Hancock fell silent upon hearing this, then tears welled up in her eyes.

'Is Xi Yan trying to avenge me?'

Her man is so good to her!

"Xi Yan!!"

"Brother-in-law Lord..."

Seeing Xi Yan looking at Hancock with such tenderness, Sander Sonia and Marguerite also began to wipe away their tears.

"No wonder you said the commotion was a bit loud," Rayleigh said.

If we go to Mary Geoise and cause a huge commotion, and kill a few Celestial Dragons along the way... wouldn't that be a big deal?!

If it were done, it would be a world-shaking event!

Luffy, however, gave a look of Satori realization and said, "Oh, so we're going to beat up the Celestial Dragons."

"Is there a problem?" Xi Yan raised an eyebrow.

"No problem!" Luffy grinned, "Just go for it!"

He had absolutely no liking for those damn Celestial Dragons, so naturally he had no scruples.

Let Xi Yan do what he wants!

"I know you want to avenge Hancock and the others, but you also need to think about your own safety," Grandma Za said earnestly. "What if you get hurt there?"

Hancock had finally found her home, and she didn't want him to die like this.

Hancock immediately stopped crying after hearing Grandma Za said.

Then, looking at Xi Yan, she said, "Grandma Za is right, I don't agree to you going there."

"This is Xi Yan's decision, why don't you agree?"

Luffy looked at Hancock with confusion, not understanding why she would say such a thing.

Hancock ignored Luffy and stared intently into Xi Yan's eyes, awaiting his answer.

"I know your concerns," Xi Yan said, "But have you all forgotten my abilities?"

"I am immortal!"

As he spoke, Xi Yan activated the power of his right eye: Kido Mitama Son!

"Clang~"

Then, Xi Yan picked up the Kusanagi Sword and stabbed himself, piercing his heart!

"Puff!"

Everyone:...

Is it really necessary to demonstrate this to them like this?

"Ah!!"

"Why... Why did Lord Xi Yan commit suicide?!"

Margaret stared at Xi Yan in horror, unable to understand why he would commit suicide.

"Don't worry, I won't die," Xi Yan said calmly.

As he spoke, Xi Yan calmly drew the Kusanagi Sword without changing his expression.

Margaret:...

Isn't this guy being a little too hard on himself?

"This is a fatal wound, this..."

"A mere fatal wound, a minor problem," Xi Yan said.

As soon as he finished speaking, Xi Yan's body twisted and then disappeared from the spot.

When it reappeared, its body had returned to its original state.

"Huh?!"

Looking at the unharmed Xi Yan, Margaret looked shocked and said, "It's... it's healed?"

Isn't this a bit too much?

The fatal wound was healed so easily?

"I told you, I am immortal," Xi Yan said. "So you don't need to worry about my safety."

"Immortality..."

Grandma Za muttered, "Then there's really no need to worry about your safety."

At least this guy won't die in Mary Geoise.

"Safety is guaranteed, but have you considered another issue?" Rayleigh said.

"Another question?"

"Hmm." Rayleigh nodded. "Once you escape from Mary Geoise alive, the World Government will begin searching for you worldwide, and then..."

Although Rayleigh didn't finish his sentence, the others understood what he meant.

Who knows, the World Government might search this place someday!

"Don't worry, I've already figured out a solution to this problem," Xi Yan said.

Seeing Xi Yan's mysterious expression, Rayleigh subconsciously raised an eyebrow.

Could it be... that this kid has some special ability?

Thinking about this, Rayleigh fell into deep thought.