Alabasta.
Seeing Takenaka Kaguya transformed into Black Divine Dragon and flying into the sky, Nicole Robin felt a little reluctant.
In addition, in her mind, she kept recalling what Takenaka Kaguya said before about the important things about the coming storm.
Unfortunately, with the information she can control, she doesn't know what will happen next.
Time passed very quickly, and when messages continued to reach Takenaka Kaguya, his unhappy mood finally became happy.
First of all, Alabasta, Straw Hat Pirates still fought with Baroque Works members under Crocodile.
However, unlike in the original work, Monkey D. Luffy relied on the halo of the protagonist to defeat Logia, Devil Fruit User and Crocodile without knowing Haki.
On the contrary, Monkey D. Luffy almost died in the hands of Crocodile twice. After all, even though his strength has not improved much over the years, the strength of Crocodile is a real Marine Admiral level.
How can a mere brat who doesn't know Haki be able to do it?
Of course, the first battle between Monkey D. Luffy and Crocodile was almost the same as in the original work. Crocodile easily defeated him.
That is to say, Crocodile thought of Takenaka Kaguya saying not to kill him, so he showed mercy.
However, in the second battle, Straw Hat Pirates's guys caused heavy losses to Baroque Works. Therefore, Crocodile, in a rage, made a killing move and almost drained Monkey D. Luffy, the destined son, to death.
Even so, it has to be said that the halo of the protagonist really exists. Just when Crocodile was about to make a killing move, first Navy Captain Smoker, a guy whose main purpose was to capture Monkey D. Luffy, appeared and rescued Monkey D. Luffy.
How could Smoker, who didn't know Haki, be Crocodile's opponent? So after a quick fight, Smoker was seriously injured by Crocodile like a dead dog and was thrown to the ground.
Later, Crocodile wanted to kill everyone to vent his hatred.
As a result, Monkey D. Luffy's protagonist aura came into play again, and Nicole Robin took action, and together with Straw Hat Pirates's people, they quickly escaped with Monkey D. Luffy and Smoker.
Originally, with Crocodile's strength, he would not let them run away at all, let alone, in the desert kingdom of Alabasta, Crocodile is the only true god.
As a result, Fire Fist Ace and Hero of the Marines Garp appeared one after another. In the end, no matter how unhappy Crocodile was, he could only let Garp take him away.
Naturally, Garp and Crocodile had a big battle, but Garp was really strong at his peak. After a fight, Crocodile was defeated.
However, he is still one of Shichibukai, so Garp dare not really kill him.
In addition, Garp understands that although Crocodile became Shichibukai, he is the subordinate of Takenaka Kaguya.
If he arrests or kills Crocodile in Alabasta, then not only will World Government be unable to justify it, but it may even trigger crazy revenge from Takenaka Kaguya.
After weighing the pros and cons, Garp naturally accepted it.
After that, the archaeologist in Straw Hat Pirates in the original book - Nicole Robin boarded the ship, joined Straw Hat Pirates, and began her voyage.
Later, everyone continued the voyage, the ship's doctor Tony Tony Chopper boarded the ship, and everyone started to go to Sky Island.
Unfortunately, except for Golden Belfry, all the gold on Sky Island was taken away by Takenaka Kaguya.
In Sky Island, they naturally encountered Thunder God Enel, the master of Sky Island.
It can only be said that compared to Crocodile, Enel's methods were much more cruel. Except for Nicole and Robin, all members of Straw Hat Pirates were injured, and the ship was also damaged.
However, at this time, the protagonist aura of Monkey D. Luffy appeared again. Kaido of the Beasts, who had been staying at New World, suddenly appeared in Sky Island.
In his drunken state, he directly found Enel, and the two sides began to fight at Sky Island.
Taking advantage of this opportunity, Straw Hat Pirates's group, with the help of Gan·Gan Fall and Sky Island's octopus parachute, successfully left Sky Island and took away Golden Belfry.
From now on, the times Water 7 and Enies Lobby in the original work happen just like in the original work.
Until that day, when I received a message from Person A, Fire Fist Ace was caught by Blackbeard Pirates, and took the initiative to ask World Government to become the new Shichibukai, and Straw Hat Pirates had already logged in to Sabaody Archipelago.
In this way, Takenaka Kaguya knows that the arrival of Summit War is inevitable!
Floating Island, Chinese-style Courtyard.
Takenaka Kaguya looked at Amatsuki Toki and Olvia who were sleeping soundly, took a cigarette from the side and lit it for himself.
Suddenly, within the scope of his Observation Haki exploration, Rouge was walking back and forth anxiously in the yard outside the inner courtyard.
He wrapped himself in a large bath towel and walked out of the room smoking a cigarette.
"Lord Takenaka!"
As soon as Rouge saw Takenaka Kaguya, he didn't say anything. He immediately knelt on the ground and kowtowed to Takenaka Kaguya three times.
"Get up, your expression and heart tell me that you are very anxious.
But don't be impatient, if you have anything to say, you can get up and say it later." Takenaka Kaguya nodded and said.
Afterwards, he came to a pavilion not far away and sat down, smoking a cigarette and looking at the moon in the sky.
Seeing this, Rouge also quickly got up from the ground, but the skin on her forehead had been broken and a trace of blood was flowing out.
Rouge quickly came to Takenaka Kaguya, and just as he was about to kneel down again, Takenaka Kaguya said, "Portgas·D·Rouge, you are a great mother. There are not many people in this world that I can admire, and you can be considered one of them.
Of course, this is also the reason why I have allowed you to stay at Floating Island all these years."
"I... you know me?" Rouge's eyes were filled with surprise. She thought that no one would know her here.
Unexpectedly, Takenaka Kaguya said her name directly when he opened his mouth.
"Haha, Floating Island is not the first time we have met. You must not have forgotten that I visited West Blue after Roger was executed.
It is precisely because of this that you do not need to take medicine to keep the child Ace in your belly.
It can be said that I saved your life.
However, I thought that after you and Garp left with Ace, you would always live under the arrangement of Garp.
I didn't expect that you would be brought here by that guy Yixiao." Takenaka Kaguya chuckled and calmly explained why all of this happened.
Hearing this, Rouge also knew that her identity could no longer be concealed, so he knelt down on the ground without hesitation and continued, "Lord Takenaka, I'm sorry, I didn't hide it on purpose.
It's just that Roger had some unpleasant experiences with you during his lifetime, so I dare not reveal my identity.
Now, if that kid Ace hadn't been caught and would be publicly executed in half a month, I wouldn't have taken the initiative to come to you.
So, if possible, I would like to ask you to help save Ace!"
Regarding Rouge's words, Takenaka Kaguya nodded, indicating that he had no doubts.
Over the years, if Rouge had any bad thoughts, such as poisoning or assassination, she would not be alive now.
Therefore, if Ace is not caught, she will probably only be Lulu, the housekeeper of this courtyard!
On the ground, Takenaka Kaguya didn't say anything. Rouge thought he wouldn't agree, so he quickly continued, "Lord Takenaka, as long as you are willing to rescue Ace, I can let Ace quit Whitebeard Pirates.
As the son of Roger, his talent is not bad. As long as he is cultivated properly, he will definitely be able to serve you!
In addition, as long as Ace can be rescued, I am willing to agree to anything!"
After the words fell, Takenaka Kaguya took another drag on the cigarette, then threw the cigarette butt in his hand on the ground, and then slowly said, "The conditions you can offer cannot impress me.
Even if Ace's strength can reach the level of Roger in the future, it won't be very attractive to me.
As for you, to me, if it were more than ten years ago, maybe I would have some thoughts about you. As for now, forget it, there is no shortage of women around me."
"I..."
Hearing Takenaka Kaguya's answer, Rouge was instantly heartbroken. She no longer knew what chips she could use to impress Takenaka Kaguya.
However, before she could say anything, Takenaka Kaguya continued, "As for rescuing Ace, you don't have to worry about that.
I understand the temperament of that guy Whitebeard. He will not watch Ace being publicly executed by the navy.
Also, you don't need to beg me. At this time, Whitebeard, whose strength is no longer at its peak, will take the initiative to beg me for help.
It just so happened that Whitebeard offered me a life-saving favor back then, and if he opened his mouth, I would not refuse."
"Really... really? As long as Whitebeard opens his mouth, will you agree to rescue Ace?"
In an instant, hope appeared again in Rouge's despairing heart.
However, the thought that in Roger's mouth, Whitebeard didn't even bother to sit in One Piece's seat, it is enough to show how proud he is.
So, will Whitebeard really take the initiative to ask for help from Takenaka Kaguya?
Under the cover of Advanced Observation Haki, Rouge's inner thoughts were completely known to Takenaka Kaguya.
"Don't worry, family is the most important thing to Whitebeard guy compared to being One Piece.
Moreover, wanting to publicly execute Ace means that the navy and Whitebeard Pirates are about to publicly declare war. With the level of caution of that guy Sengoku, he will definitely use all the strength of the navy to take the opportunity to completely eliminate Whitebeard Pirates.
As Sengoku's enemy and rival for many years, Whitebeard would not have thought of this.
Therefore, in order to be able to rescue Ace, no matter how proud Whitebeard is, he also knows that the entire Whitebeard Pirates, except for him who is already old and frail, is simply unable to deal with the top naval generals.
His only recourse is to ask for help!" Takenaka Kaguya analyzed calmly.
Whitebeard is very proud, which is true, but Whitebeard is not an idiot, on the contrary, he is a very wise person.
However, Whitebeard, who was still at the peak of his strength back then, could defeat all enemies just by relying on his own strength, so he didn't need to use his brain.
Nowadays, Whitebeard Pirates has no one to use, so Takenaka Kaguya concluded that Whitebeard will definitely lower his head and take the initiative to let Takenaka Kaguya repay the original favor.
"Thank you, thank you Lord Takenaka."
Hearing this, Rouge still didn't know that Takenaka Kaguya was determined to rescue his child, otherwise, he would not have said these words.
Therefore, Rouge is very grateful!
"Okay, you go back and rest first. You don't need to worry about Ace, and besides, it's useless for you to worry." Takenaka Kaguya nodded, and then asked Rouge to go back and rest.
"Yes, Lord Takenaka, I understand." Rouge saluted respectfully again, then got up and walked towards his room.
Whitebeard Pirates, Moby Dick on.
After discussions with several division captains, Whitebeard Pirates has decided to go out in force and prepare to rescue Ace when the Navy conducts a public execution of Ace.
A moment later, after instructing the captains of each division to complete the next preparations, Whitebeard took a swig of wine while looking at the moon in the sky.
"Pops, are you worried about Ace's safety?"
At this time, First Division Commander Marco stopped his hand from pouring wine and asked softly.
After hearing this, Whitebeard did not look back, nor did he continue to insist on drinking.
He was silent for a long time, and then he sighed helplessly and said, "Marco, don't worry, I am Whitebeard. As long as I am here, no one can touch my family!
Ace, we will definitely rescue him."
As soon as these words came out, Marco regained some confidence in his heart. After all, it was his Pops who said it himself. All the words that his Pops said over the years have not failed to come true.
"Well, Pops, we all believe that you will be able to lead us and rescue Ace.
Damn Teach, don't let us catch him, otherwise we will kill him to avenge Thatch." Marco nodded and said firmly.
Then, the conversation changed and he cursed Blackbeard angrily.
"Alas!
It's also my fault that I didn't take the matter of Teach to heart. Obviously both Takenaka Kaguya and Red-Haired have reminded me of it.
However, due to my arrogance and thinking that I could still suppress everything, Thatch was assassinated by Teach.
It was also because I connived at Ace that he was caught by the navy."
At this point, Marco could clearly feel the self-blame in Whitebeard's words, so he quickly said, "Pops, this is not your fault. No one would have thought that Teach has been dormant on our ship for so many years, just to get a Devil Fruit.
If you must blame me, blame me. I am First Division Commander on the ship. If I were not negligent, these things would not have happened."
Before he finished speaking, Whitebeard shook his head, sighed again, and immediately interrupted, "Okay, Marco, let bygones be bygones, Pops assures you that no matter what method is used, Ace will be rescued safely!"