Don't Forget Xi Yan Is with the Straw Hat Pirates, Jinbe!

"Have a try."

The Right Minister, smiling broadly, brought several cups of tea to Usopp and his companions, saying, "This is a specialty of Fish-Man Island, kelp tea."

"It has a regulating effect on the intestines and aids digestion."

This is one of the better things that Fish-Man Island can offer.

Ah~

Thank you.

Usopp took the tea, took a sip, and his eyes lit up. "It's delicious!" he exclaimed.

"You're so considerate, Right Minister!"

Brook smiled and said, "Thank you for your consideration, Right Minister!"

"Yohohohoho~"

"Not at all," the Right Minister said with a smile, shaking his head. "Compared to what you've done for Fish-Man Island, what I've done is nothing."

If it weren't for the Straw Hat Pirates, their Fish-Man Island would have been completely destroyed.

Therefore... he was extremely grateful to this group of pirates.

"After drinking it... my stomach feels a bit better," Little Merry said, rubbing her stomach.

"Is that so? That's good then," the Right Minister said with a smile.

Looking at the adorable little fellow, the Right Minister's eyes were filled with affection.

For some reason, he saw Princess Shirahoshi as a child in this little guy.

They're all so cute!

Then, the Right Minister said, "It seems you all like it quite a bit, so please take some with you later."

"Then I'll leave it to you, Right Minister."

"It's nothing," the Right Minister said, shaking his head.

It's just some tea leaves, nothing valuable.

"Once Luffy and the others come back, we'll have to say goodbye to Fish-Man Island, right?" Usopp remarked wistfully.

Although they were somewhat reluctant to leave, as pirates, they couldn't stay in one place.

So... all I can say is goodbye!

"Huh?"

"Don't say such things, Mr. Long Nose," Shirahoshi cried.

Usopp was dumbfounded when he saw Shirahoshi suddenly burst into tears.

"Don't cry, Princess Shirahoshi..."

"I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry!"

"Also, my name is Usopp..."

Unfortunately, these words had no comforting effect on Shirahoshi.

After all... the Straw Hat Pirates are about to leave.

Thinking of this, she cried even harder.

Nami felt somewhat helpless seeing this, but she didn't know how to comfort the little girl.

The Right Minister looked at his princess with a sense of helplessness, but what could he say?

They strongly demanded that the Straw Hat Pirates stay?

Don't be ridiculous. As pirates, how could they possibly want to stay on Fish-Man Island forever?

Thinking of this, the Right Minister sighed helplessly.

"Shirahoshi".

Merry, who floated down in front of Shirahoshi, said with a smile, "Don't cry, we'll definitely meet again in the future."

Really?

"Really!" Merry nodded, then raised her little hand and said, "We can pinky swear!"

"Let's pinky swear!"

"Um!"

Seeing the two people touching pinkies, Perona was completely speechless.

Although they did touch with their little fingers, Merry's entire body wasn't even as big as Shirahoshi's little finger...

This feeling is so subtle.

"Although the scene was a bit strange, at least Princess Shirahoshi has stopped crying," Usopp said with a sigh of relief.

As expected of Merry, that's the solution!

Thinking of this, Usopp secretly gave Merry a thumbs up.

Then, he turned to Nami and said, "Speaking of which... why haven't I seen Franky?"

I haven't seen that guy since the banquet ended... Is he still drinking?

That shouldn't be the case... that guy isn't a heavy drinker.

"He went to learn how to sail," Nami said. "I heard there are some precautions to take when surfacing."

"I see..." Usopp nodded. "Franky is really reliable!!"

It seems they won't have any problems going to the New World.

"Right Minister."

A merman soldier approached and handed a list to the Right Minister, saying, "This is a list of the treasures stolen from the Treasure Vault. Please take a look."

Let me see.

The Right Minister, after glancing at the list, frowned and said, "They've really gone all out."

"Treasure chest, treasure chest, and more treasure chest..."

"Hiss... wait a minute!"

"Treasure chest?"

As if he had just realized something, the Right Minister's eyes widened, and then he let out a terrified scream.

"Scare!"

Startled, Usopp's head immediately filled with question marks. He then turned to the Right Minister, who was standing there dumbfounded, and asked, "What's wrong with you, Right Minister?"

Why are you so easily startled?

"Could it be that there's something important inside the lost treasure?" Nami wondered.

The others also looked at the Right Minister with confusion, wondering why he had suddenly shouted out.

Chopper, as if struck by a sudden thought, widened his eyes and exclaimed, "Could it be that the Energy Steroids from before was stolen?"

That thing is extremely dangerous!

No... that's not it.

The Right Minister shook his head, then turned and ran inside, saying, "I have business to attend to His Majesty the King, please excuse me."

After saying this, the man left.

Although the crowd was puzzled, they did not delve into it further after the Right Minister did not provide a detailed explanation.

"I wonder when Luffy and the others will be back," Chopper said, stroking his chin.

"It should be soon," Nami said.

She felt that it shouldn't be difficult for those four people to find each other.

"Did you get the Log Pointer?" Perona asked, glancing at Nami.

Not yet.

Nami shook her head and said, "I guess they're not ready yet."

However, this matter is not particularly urgent; we just need to get it to them before they set off.

"Let's take this opportunity to study Devil Fruit abilities," Usopp said, standing up. "I feel like I'm a bit stronger than before."

"Me too."

Nami nodded and said, "It seems that fighting is the best way to improve one's abilities."

Let's cheer each other on!

"Profound!"

"Jinbe ~"

Neptune, seated on his throne, looked down at Jinbe and asked, "How have you been?"

"How are the members of the Sun Pirates?"

Thinking about it carefully, it's been more than two years since I last saw those people.

"Hmm, they're doing great," Jinbe chuckled. "They're all incredibly energetic, almost to the point of being rough."

"That's good."

Neptune smiled, then remarked, "I was quite surprised when I heard that your Sun Pirates had joined Big MO's crew."

"So, did BIG MOM give you any trouble?"

"No," Jinbe shook his head and said, "Although she wouldn't call herself a reasonable person, she hasn't made things difficult for us either."

"Moreover... she gave us a lot of freedom, so we don't need to stay in the Totto Land Tenten."

This is also why he was able to come to Fish-Man Island to wait for the Straw Hat Crew.

"No wonder you were here," Neptune nodded.

Then, his expression became somewhat complicated.

"Jinbe, someone as capable as you kneeling before someone other than Fisher Tiger... you must have suffered a lot of injustice."

"It's nothing," Jinbe said with a smile. "I'm not the kind of person who's obsessed with being the leader."

"Besides... joining the ranks of the Four Emperors in the New World will allow me to better protect my comrades."

"Yeah."

Neptune said, "But I always felt that you were doing this to protect Fish-Man Island."

After speaking, Neptune paused for a moment, then continued with a complicated expression, "It is precisely because of you that we had the opportunity to borrow Big Mom's Pirate Flag to protect Fish-Man Island."

"Otherwise, Fish-Man Island might..."

"Thank you, Jinbe!"

"Not at all," Jinbe said with a smile, shaking his head. "It's only right that we protect Fish-Man Island; after all... this is our home too."

"It's just... because we're wanted criminals, we can't be stationed here year-round, so this is the only way we can protect Fish-Man Island."

Although the method is somewhat circuitous and requires some sacrifices,... as long as Fish-Man Island can be protected, none of that matters.

Neptune's expression became even more complicated after hearing Jinbe's words.

Jinbe is really something...

Just as Neptune was about to say something more, Jinbe suddenly clenched his fist and said, "Your His Majesty the King, there is something I need to tell you."

"Please speak."

"This time, I intend to leave BIG MOM's command."

Neptune was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, then burst into laughter and said, "So you're planning to accept Luffy's invitation?!"

"You've heard about this too?"

"Yes."

Neptune smiled and nodded, saying, "Shirahoshi told me about it when she came back."

At this moment, Neptune was not angry at Jinbe's words; on the contrary, he was happy that the other party had made this decision!

After all... that's Jinbe wanted most!

"Yes, that's what I did think," Jinbe said with a smile. "But the world of pirates values human relationships and loyalty."

"So... I need to settle things properly with Big Mom first, so I can join the Straw Hat Pirates as a free person."

After speaking, Jinbe paused for a moment, then his expression gradually turned serious. He said, "However... we might anger Big Mom, and she might take her anger out on Fish-Man Island."

"At that time... Fish-Man Island will no longer be able to enjoy the protection of the other side's flag..."

As if he had just thought of something, Jinbe sighed deeply.

Seeing Jinbe's deeply furrowed brows, Neptune shook his head helplessly.

"You really do like to take everything upon yourself, Jinbe."

"Um?"

Jinbe was taken aback, clearly not expecting His Majesty the King to say such a thing.

"These things should be left to nature, Jinbe," Neptune chuckled. "There will definitely be a way when the time comes."

"You see, just like this time, although we caused quite a ruckus, we also gained tens of thousands of troops from Fish-Man Street, didn't we?"

So you can rest assured.

After saying that, Neptune paused for a moment, then continued with a smile, "Besides... even if this island really loses the protection of the BIG MOM flag, we're not entirely without options."

Upon hearing this, Jinbe paused for a moment, then seemed to understand something and said, "You mean...?"

"Yes, that's right," Neptune said with a smile. "I'll ask the Straw Hat to lend me their flag."

Upon hearing Jinbe immediately laughed, a very happy laugh.

"Hahaha, that's indeed a very good idea!" Jinbe said with a loud laugh.

Right?

Jinbe nodded, then said, "I didn't expect Your His Majesty the King to trust the Straw Hat Crew so much."

He wasn't talking about borrowing the flag, since given their relationship with the Straw Hat Pirates, borrowing a flag from them wouldn't be a problem at all.

He was referring to the fact that the Straw Hat Pirates could become a formidable force among pirates!

Having understood Jinbe's meaning, Neptune smiled and said, "Of course I believe the Straw Hat Crew."

"Don't forget who's in that group."

"You mean... Xi Yan?"

Of course.

Neptune nodded matter-of-factly and said, "Besides... Luffy is going to be the Pirate King, so I believe they're fine too!"

After reflecting on what he knew about Luffy and Xi Yan, Jinbe smiled and said, "That's true."

How could a team like this possibly remain unknown in the New World?

It probably won't be long before they become a powerful force comparable to the Four Emperors...

At that time, Fish-Man Island will no longer need Big Mom's protection.

Thinking of this, Jinbe laughed even more heartily.

Afterwards, Jinbe left, clearly intending to talk to Luffy and the others some more.

After watching the other person leave, Neptune sighed, "You must have had a tough time, Jinbe..."

Fish-Man Island really owes this man so much...

Thinking of this, Neptune sighed silently.

A moment later...

"Your His Majesty the King, something terrible has happened!" The Right Minister rushed in from outside, exclaiming excitedly, "Your His Majesty the King, something terrible has happened!"

"What happened, Right Minister?" Neptune asked, looking at the Right Minister with a puzzled expression. "Why are you in such a panic?"

Could it be that pirates have invaded?

"I just remembered something incredible."

The Right Minister said, "I heard from Prince Shark that if the Straw Hat Crew can return all the stolen treasure, you'll give it all to them, right?!"

"Yes, that's the case." Neptune nodded, and then asked doubtfully, "Is there any problem with this?"

It was just some treasure; giving it away is no big deal.

Is this really something that warrants the Right Minister's panic?

"That's the problem..." The Right Minister swallowed hard and said, "Your His Majesty the King, if they can find it, please make sure they return the treasure chest to us."

"What did you say?!"

Neptune immediately objected, saying, "There's no reason to ask for something back after giving it away."

"I would never say something like that, even if you killed me!"

Should we send him to get the stuff back from the Straw Hat Crew?

Are you kidding me? Doesn't he have any shame?

"But... but the treasure chest will explode as soon as it's opened..." the Right Minister said with a grim expression.

Neptune:???

Upon hearing the Right Minister's words, Neptune was immediately filled with questions.

"What do you mean?" Neptune stared blankly at the Right Minister, saying, "What do you mean it will explode as soon as it's turned on?!"

"You planted a bomb in the treasure chest?"

Why would you do that?!

At this point, Neptune simply couldn't understand why the Right Minister would do such a thing.

"This is due to the incident ten years ago," the Right Minister said. "The Jade Treasure Chest was opened by someone, and its contents were taken away."

"So... I thought I'd plant some bombs, that way if the thief tried again, I could teach him a lesson. Who would have thought..."

After hearing the Right Minister's account, Neptune was immediately rendered speechless.

Although this matter is rather absurd, upon closer examination, it seems that the Right Minister did not do anything wrong.

After all... he was thinking of the Ryugu Kingdom.

Thinking of this, Neptune sighed helplessly.

Then, he rubbed his forehead and said, "I understand. If Luffy and his crew can find the treasure chest, I'll explain the situation to them in detail, and that should solve the problem."

I'm so sorry...

"It's not your fault," Neptune said, shaking his head. "Who could have imagined things would turn out this way?"

However... Neptune felt that there shouldn't be any problem with this, since Luffy and his crew were very reasonable people, so he just needed to explain the situation to them.

The Right Minister sighed helplessly and said, "Now I just hope Luffy and his crew don't open the treasure chest halfway through the Luffy."

Otherwise, he would truly become a sinner.

Upon hearing the Right Minister's words, a look of worry appeared on Neptune's face.

It shouldn't be... right...?

Just then, a Fish-Man Race soldier walked in and said, "Your His Majesty the King, Right Minister, we have just received news that Luffy have returned to the Ryugu Kingdom."

Are they all safe and sound?

"Yes!"

Although it's unclear why the Right Minister would ask such a question, the other party was indeed unharmed.

"That's good..." The Right Minister breathed a sigh of relief and said, "It seems I was overthinking it."

It's good that you're alright, it's good that you're alright...

"All we need to do now is explain the situation to them," Neptune chuckled. "Let's go, Right Minister, let's go find Luffy and the others!"

"Profound!"

Then, the two old men walked outside with smiles on their faces and soon returned to the exit of the Ryugu Kingdom.

It was at this moment that Xi Yan and the other three returned here on Long Flounder.

"Oh~"

"Everyone's here~" Luffy said with a smile, waving his arms. "You've all eaten and drunk your fill, haven't you~"

"Ah, I'm full and satisfied..."

Neptune nodded subconsciously, then asked in confusion, "Luffy, didn't you find the thief? Why didn't you see the treasure?"

Nami and the others looked at Xi Yan and his companions with confusion, wondering if they hadn't found the person or had put the item inside the scroll.

"Found it!" Luffy exclaimed. "There are three large bags of treasure!"

As he spoke, Luffy made an exaggerated gesture, which made Nami's eyes light up.

How much is that?!

"Then why didn't we see any treasure?" Neptune asked, puzzled. "Did you send it on the ship?"

"No," Luffy shook his head and said, "I gave all that treasure to Big Mom."

"Huh?"

"Eh!!!"

"All the treasure was given to Big Mom???"

Everyone present was stunned by Luffy's words.

Neptune and the Right Minister, in particular, were terrified, their faces turning green.

That treasure carrying bombs was given to Big Mom... Is this some kind of joke?!

"Ah, I gave it to her."

Nami:!!!

"Why should we give it to her?!" Nami roared, her shark-like mouth wide open.

That's her money, hers!

Why did BIG MOM steal it?!

"Because they said they'd destroy Fish-Man Island if they didn't get any snacks!" Luffy said, annoyed. "They're just crazy, aren't they!"

"I can understand wanting meat, but why would you want dessert?!"

"But don't worry, I've already provoked them, so they won't come to destroy Fish-Man Island!!"

The air fell silent the moment those words were spoken.

Then, Usopp, Chopper, Brook, and Merry looked at Luffy in horror and said, "Are you challenging one of the Four Emperors?!"

"Yes!"

Four people:...

Why do I suddenly feel like my future is bleak?

"They actually dared to provoke Big Mom!"

Jinbe stared at Luffy in shock. Wasn't this guy a little too audacious?

"Wow, Luffy!" Shirahoshi laughed. "He actually dared to provoke Big Mom."

"That's not the problem!" Usopp roared, opening his shark-like mouth.

Hearing Usopp's roar, Shirahoshi was so frightened that she burst into tears.

"Long Nose adults are so scary..."

"I've already told you I'm Usopp!"

"And... I'm sorry..."

"This is troublesome," Jinbe said, rubbing his temples. "Looks like we need to leave Big Mom's ranks before things get any more complicated."

Otherwise, Big Mom might have ordered him to attack the Straw Hat Crew.

Thinking about this, Jinbe felt a terrible headache coming on.

After rubbing his temples, Jinbe looked at Luffy and said, "In short, you guys shouldn't do anything to provoke Big Mom again."

"Who would dare do something like that?" Usopp said, somewhat exasperated. "Provoking Four Emperors can easily lead to our entire crew being wiped out!"

Those are the Four Emperors...

Once they're targeted by that being... they could all be killed!

Thinking about this, Usopp felt a little numb.

"The Four Emperors ..." Perona said, frowning. "This seems a bit troublesome."

Usopp:???

Is it just a bit troublesome?

Is that correct?

"Hey, Right Minister," Neptune whispered, leaning closer to the Right Minister, "Isn't this even worse?"

"I never expected things to develop to this point..." the Right Minister said, his face grim.

Who would have thought that Luffy and his crew would give all the treasure to the Big Mom Pirates for Fish-Man Island...?

Now, it's impossible for them to get the Jade Treasure Chest back.

Thinking about this, the two old men suddenly felt a headache coming on.

"Anyway... there's nothing we can do about it," Sanji said. "After all, they said those things."

Zoro shrugged, agreeing with Sanji.

Nami paused for a moment after hearing this, then turned to look at Xi Yan, her eyes seeming to say: Aren't you going to say something?

Seeing this, Xi Yan said, "If Luffy doesn't do that, the Big Mom Pirates will come and destroy Fish-Man Island. This is no joke!"

"So... I'm also supporting Luffy."

After saying that, Xi Yan nodded very firmly, as if he were agreeing with what he had said.

Ah~

"Oh, I see~"

Nami walked up to the four members of Xi Yan with a smile and said, "It seems that all four of you share this idea."

"Of course, I..."

Before Luffy could finish speaking, he realized that it had suddenly gotten dark.

"Um?"

Why is it dark?

The next moment...

"Boom!!!"

"Bump!"

"Bump!"

"Bump!"

"Bump!"

A thunderous roar resounded, followed by four muffled thuds.

Then, Nami opened her shark-like mouth and roared at the four people lying on the ground, "Why did you give them all the treasure, you four bastards!"

Although there was a reason for it, she was still very angry!

Thinking of this, Nami shouted, "Believe it or not, I'll beat you up, you bastards!"

"But you already hit him!"

Usopp stared at Nami dumbfounded. Was it really appropriate to say that at a time like this?

"How scary, Nami!"

Chopper and Merry hugged each other, staring at Nami with terrified eyes, as if they were looking at a demon.

Jinbe:...

Seeing the four men lying on the ground after being beaten, Jinbe was immediately rendered speechless.

So, his initial feeling was correct, right?

The Straw Hat Pirates... seem to be afraid of Nami!

"Anyway..." Luffy, shakily getting to his Luffy, raised his hand and said, "Brothers... let's set off for the New World..."

Upon hearing this, the three people lying on the ground tremblingly raised their hands and said, "Oh... let's go..."

"I feel like my future is completely bleak!"

Usopp was completely dumbfounded by the behavior of those four people.

"Who would have thought that it would be humans who ultimately saved Fish-Man Island?"

Madame Shyarly, looking out the window, had a look of deep emotion on her face.

Who could have imagined things would develop this way?

"Madame Shyarly ~"

Camie walked in, smiling as she looked at Madame Shyarly and said, "Luffy-chan said they're leaving Fish-Man Island, so... could I go see them off?"

"You're leaving so soon?"

Madame Shyarly's eyes flickered for a moment, then she nodded and said, "Alright, then go see them off."

"After all, this farewell today... who knows when we'll meet again?"

Hearing Madame Shyarly's words, a hint of sadness appeared in Camie's eyes.

Yes, after everyone leaves, who knows when they'll be back on Fish-Man Island.

"Alright, don't overthink it," Madame Shyarly said with a smile. "We'll meet again sooner or later."

"Um!!"

Camie nodded vigorously, suppressing any unnecessary thoughts in her mind.

Just as Madame Shyarly said, they would meet again sooner or later.

"Then, Madame Shyarly," the Mermaid girls had been hiding outside the door said as they entered, "Can we come along too?!"

"You all want to go?" Madame Shyarly said. "Then let's close the shop for a while and give you a day off."

After saying that, Madame Shyarly paused for a moment, then continued, "However... the customer flow that Hody interrupted will recover soon, so... you'll be very busy from now on!"

"Don't worry, Madame Shyarly!"

"We'll make the atmosphere in the coffee shop even better!"

"That's right!"

Hahaha~

Seeing the girls' smiling faces, Madame Shyarly smiled along with them, then gestured for them to go, saying she would close the shop herself in a moment.

After watching the other person leave, Madame Shyarly picked up her pipe, took a puff, and her expression became somewhat melancholy.

"Madame Shyarly..."

"Um?"

Madame Shyarly paused for a moment upon hearing Camie's voice, then turned to look at Camie and said, "Why aren't you going yet?"

"I'll go right away, but your Crystal Ball..."

Looking at the shattered Crystal Ball, Camie's expression became complicated. Did this mean that Madame Shyarly would no longer be able to perform divination?

"The Crystal Ball..." Madame Shyarly glanced at the broken Crystal Ball, then smiled and shook her head, saying, "It's alright, that was the last time anyway. I don't plan to do any more divination in the future."

"I don't want to see that kind of terrible future again, like Straw Hat destroying Fish-Man Island."

After speaking, Madame Shyarly paused, then turned to look out the window and said, "It would be best if this divination was inaccurate."

Camie, who had taken in Madame Shyarly's reaction, sighed inwardly.

'It's precisely because there have been no deviations that I'm so afraid...'

Although Luffy-chan didn't destroy Fish-Man Island this time, Madame Shyarly's prophecy doesn't necessarily have to come true immediately!

Maybe a year from now, maybe longer.

It is precisely because there is no evidence to prove that this prophecy is flawed that Madame Shyarly...

After a moment of silence, Camie said, "Madame Shyarly, no matter what, Luffy-chan would never do something like that..."

Madame Shyarly paused for a moment upon hearing this, then smiled and nodded, saying, "You're right."

"I'm sorry, Camie, I actually doubted your friend..."

"I understand, I'll trust them."

"I believe they won't be the culprits who destroyed Fish-Man Island!"

Camie smiled and nodded as she listened to Madame Shyarly's words; it was all the better that she trusted the Straw Hat Crew.

Then, Camie turned around and said, "Then, Madame Shyarly, I'll go find Luffy-chan and the others first."

"Wait a minute, Camie..."

"Um?"

Startled by being called, Camie turned around and looked at Madame Shyarly with a puzzled expression, asking, "What is it, Madame Shyarly?"

Does the other person want to go with her too?

Seeing Camie looking at her with a questioning gaze, Madame Shyarly paused for a moment, then put down her pipe and said seriously, "Camie, that young man in Sunglasses... he's Xi Yan, right?"

"Huh?!"

Camie was stunned when she saw Madame Shyarly ask the question.

Why... why would you ask that question?

Has Madame Shyarly already discovered Xi Yan's true identity?

Or was she just curious?

Madame Shyarly, having taken in Camie's idiotic expression, shook her head helplessly and said, "It's nothing, just asking."

"Go on, go find your friends, Camie ~"

"Profound!"

Although she didn't know why Madame Shyarly had asked that question, since the other party wasn't pressing the matter further, she didn't need to dwell on it.

With that thought, Camie breathed a sigh of relief, then turned and swam away, saying, "Then I'm off, Madame Shyarly!"

"Be careful!"

"Okay~"

"This girl..."

After watching the other person leave, Madame Shyarly's smile faded, and she said with a complicated expression, "What an idiot..."

The answer to the question is written all over their faces.

After shaking her head, Madame Shyarly turned to look at a Wanted Order on the table.

"So you're still alive... that's great!"

"Thank you."

"The hero of Fish-Man Island, Ōtsutsuki Xi Yan!"