Only a Forceful Break-In?

Aokiji spoke with utmost solemnity.

As a former Marine Admiral, Aokiji is very familiar with the World Government's procedures, especially as the Cipher Pol, which is their henchman, Aokiji knows more about it than the average person.

Although I really don't want to say it...

But Robin is now in the hands of CP9.

It's safe to say the odds are against them.

"How could this be...?"

Upon hearing Aokiji's words, Nico Olvia felt a wave of dizziness and almost collapsed to the ground, but fortunately, Kuina caught her in time.

After pondering for a moment, Lin Yan gently shook her head.

"Not necessarily, Robin should be safe now."

As she spoke, Lin Yan looked at Aokiji.

When was Robin taken away?

"According to the informant, about three days ago, when we were still at sea..."

Aokiji answered directly, then looked at Lin Yan with some confusion.

"Lin, do you think Robin is alright?"

"There shouldn't be any problems for now, but it's hard to say what will happen after a while."

Lin Yan nodded slightly.

He was just as familiar with the Cipher Pol as he was with Aokiji in front of him.

After all, we're old friends who've had quite a bit of dealing with each other, aren't we?

They are the henchmen of the World Government, loyal lackeys in the literal sense, and for this reason, the Cipher Pol operates in only one way.

Eliminate all threats to the World Government! And create as much value as possible for the World Government!

They're just a bunch of loyal watchdogs.

Therefore, CP9's next move is almost predictable: squeeze every last bit of value out of Robin, and then dispose of her like trash.

In other words, at least for the first few days, the girl was safe until they could pry everything out of Robin.

Of course, this time shouldn't be too long...

"I see, that makes sense. Then we should get moving."

After listening to Lin Yan's analysis, Aokiji nodded.

That's definitely how the couple operates.

Then the problem becomes very simple.

It's all about racing against time!

The only solution is to rescue Robin before CP9 deems her useless!

Thinking about it, Aokiji stroked his chin.

"There's no other way; it seems we have to force our way in this time."

Aokiji spoke directly to everyone.

This is probably an outrageous act for this man, but it's the only way at the moment, considering who these people are, right?

A former Marine Admiral who has become a pirate.

An Ohara scholar who is ostensibly dead.

A swordsman who lives alone.

Add to that the World Government's number one arch-enemy.

"..."

Is there any other way but to force our way in?

Logically speaking, if there were more time, perhaps other methods could be found, but time waits for no one. Who knows when Robin will be deemed to have lost her value?

By then, it will be too late.

"So when do we begin?"

Kuina was a woman of few words and decisive action. She simply nodded in agreement, and wherever her teacher was, Kuina was sure to be there too.

Not to mention, she and Nico Olvia have a very good relationship.

Although Nico Olvia looked worried, she ultimately said nothing more.

As mentioned before, forcing our way in may be the only option.

All three of them then turned their gaze to Lin Yan.

Everyone was waiting for Lin Yan to make her final decision.

Facing the gazes of the three, Lin Yan suddenly laughed.

"Everyone knows that forcing our way in is the most foolish thing to do, right? Although we have the ability to do that, the most important thing is to make sure Robin is safe first, isn't it?"

Lin Yan smiled and shrugged.

With his current strength, he is certainly capable of doing this, and he wouldn't have any reservations.

However, considering Robin's safety, forcing their way in would undoubtedly be the most foolish thing to do.

Aokiji was aware of this as well, and couldn't help but sigh.

"But given our current situation... hey, Lin, do you have any other ideas?"

"Of course there is!"

To Aokiji's surprise, Lin Yan actually smiled and nodded.

"Have you all forgotten? Secretly, I'm a thorn in the side of those old guys, but on the surface, it doesn't seem like that, does it?"

"Um?"

Aokiji was taken aback by what he heard.

Then they quickly realized what was happening.

That makes sense!

How could I have forgotten about that!

Lin Yan is now the fifth emperor of the sea. As for her relationship with the World Government, well, let's just say it's a secret that every powerful force on the sea knows all too well.

But that's not how it appears on the surface!

Previously, in order to isolate and counterbalance the Whitebeard Pirates, the Five Elders deliberately gave Lin Yan the title of Emperor of the Sea, without a bounty, intending to express that Lin Yan had a good relationship with the World Government.

In the eyes of many outsiders, Lin Yan is the sea emperor appointed by the World Government.

So in this way...

This Sea Emperor, who has a very good relationship with the World Government, made a brief visit to one of the World Government's subordinate agencies to demonstrate the friendship between the two sides.

That's perfectly reasonable, isn't it?

This has potential!

Aokiji's eyes immediately lit up.

Wow, I didn't know there was this trick up your sleeve!

Looking at Lin Yan before him, Aokiji's eyes were filled with respect.

Such shamelessness... cough, I mean such a clever idea, probably only Lin Yan in front of us could come up with it.

"Then let's do it this way!"

Aokiji nodded without hesitation.

Lin Yan also revealed a wicked smile.

"Then let's get started. Aokiji, you and Olvia, you stay here and don't come with me."

Lin Yan spoke to Aokiji and Nico Olvia.

This is only natural.

After all, one of them was a naval traitor.

Another one was even Ohara scholar who was recorded as dead.

Their identities don't seem suitable for a 'friendly visit' at all, do they?

This made Kuina happy.

"Me! Me! Me! The teacher is going to take me with her, right?"

Kuina looked at Lin Yan with great anticipation and asked.

She was a lone swordsman with no connection to these forces, making her the perfect accomplice for Lin Yan.

Lin Yan smiled and reached out to pat Kuina's head.

"That's right, it seems this time it will be an adventure for the two of us, master and disciple."

"Wow!"

And so the matter was decided happily. As the saying goes, in times of emergency, one must act expediently. Everyone immediately began the minimum preparations. Aokiji and Nico Olvia stayed behind, while Lin Yan took Kuina onto the ship.

Nico Olvia's eyes betrayed her worry.

"... Be very careful!"