Punk Hazard (Damn It)

"Due to a mistake by one of the scientists, Caesar Vegapunk, New World's greatest scientist, World Government's research island, Punk Hazard, has changed. Our mission is to bring Vegapunk back to Marineford and capture Caesar Clown."

Ye Chen looked at the Momonga and announced the mission.

That's right, this is the mission Sengoku gave Ye Chen: to bring back Vegapunk and capture Caesar Clown; in Ye Chen's memory, he had a somewhat vague idea of these two people.

As for Caesar Clown, Ye Chen learned about him through the discussions of those beasts in the group and the information from the Navy. He was an arrogant and extreme scientist who believed that his experiments would never fail, was better at killing than anyone else, and his only goal was to surpass Vegapunk and become the world's number one scientist.

Furthermore, Ye Chen had high hopes for Caesar Clown, for example, regarding Artificial Devil Fruit. Ye Chen didn't know if the beast in the group was right or wrong, but Ye Chen was very interested in this person.

This is why Ye Chen accepted this mission; his target is this man named Caesar Cullen.

Compared to Caesar Clown, this Vegapunk is the real mystery. Whether it was when he watched the anime or now, Ye Chen only knows a few things about him.

For example, Vegapunk is now the world's greatest scientist. His name isn't needed; as for his origins, he's from Karakuri Island on the Grand Line, the Future Kingdom of Baldimore.

According to this person, he is 500 years ahead of current technology and is also known as a scientist who surpasses human wisdom by 500 years. As for whether this is true, Ye Chen cannot predict.

In short, he is a mysterious figure.

As for why Ye Chen's focus wasn't on Vegapunk, the world's number one scientist, but rather on Caesar Clown, it's because of the following points.

First, as the world's greatest scientist, Vegapunk is undoubtedly the World Government's exclusive domain, as can be seen from Sengoku's expression at the time. Furthermore, Ye Chen investigated the information about Vegapunk and found that the World Government forcibly arrested him at all costs; everyone understands the reasons behind it.

Secondly, he is 500 years ahead of current technology and his wisdom is also 500 years ahead. If all of this is true, then this man is definitely not as simple as he appears on the surface. Ye Chen felt he couldn't help but feel overwhelmed. Ye Chen even guessed that there was a big problem behind the World Government's ability to capture this man.

Think about it, someone who is 500 years ahead in technology and wisdom, could he be a simple person?

Therefore, compared to Vegapunk, Caesar Clown is currently a better fit for Ye Chen.

Having become Admiral, Ye Chen was not arrogant or conceited, thinking he was some kind of king. There were countless people who could kill him now, and any strange ability user could easily defeat him if he wasn't careful. Therefore, he still needed to keep a low profile in some matters.

After hearing Ye Chen's explanation, the Momonga frowned.

"Hurry up, move faster! What kind of talk is this, sluggish like this?"

Suddenly, a commotion broke out behind them. Bai Doudou was seen arrogantly directing several sailors, who were carrying several deck chairs and parasols, as well as some fruits and vegetables.

"Yes, yes, Rabbit Lord will be done soon."

Several sailors, drenched in sweat, quickly walked across the deck and tidied everything up like servants.

Before long, the deck chair, parasol, and fruit were ready. Bai Doudou, taking the lead, pulled down her sunglasses, lay down on the deck chair, crossed her legs, and yawned contentedly.

Damn, they're on vacation.

The Momonga's face immediately darkened.

"What are you two standing there for? Come on, it's more comfortable to lie down here."

"Hmph!" With a cold snort, the Momonga turned and left with a sour face, leaving Bai Doudou completely bewildered. Just a moment ago everything was fine, so why did its face suddenly turn ashen?

Ye Chen didn't have many thoughts about it and simply lay down on the deck chair. It felt just like a vacation on the beach, very comfortable.

"How is it? Comfortable, right? I searched for several rooms before finding this one!" Bai Doudou tilted her head and raised her chin.

Ye Chen didn't reply; he simply closed his eyes.

Not long after, Hina came over with three drinks, placed one next to Bai Doudou and one next to Ye Chen, and then lay down next to Ye Chen.

"Brother Ye Chen, have a drink."

Opening his eyes, Ye Chen looked at the drinks and asked, "Why haven't I seen you two since I boarded the ship? So you were preparing these."

"Mmm." Hina, reached up to brush a strand of hair behind her ear, took off her high heels, and her blue and white skirt slid down, revealing her long, white legs to Ye Chen's eyes.

Smelling the pleasant fragrance of the flowers around him, Ye Chen closed his eyes again, feeling a sense of peace. However, he could feel a gaze fixed on him throughout.

If Ye Chen were to unleash his already somewhat altered Observation Haki at this moment, he might be able to sense Hina's emotions, or even her feelings.

And so, the two of them and the rabbit basked in the sun, leisurely passing the time.

Before long, the warships entered New World, and some hostile atmospheres began to appear.

However, all the warships passed safely without incident.

"Report! Pirate ship spotted ahead!"

Suddenly, the navy on the lookout tower sounded the alarm.

Bai Doudou, who had been lying still, jumped up immediately upon hearing the news. Her large, ruby-like eyes shone with an intense, dazzling light.

"Keep moving forward and destroy this marine debris."

From the top floor, the Momonga's command came through.

"Yes."

"All gun barrels, prepare."

In an instant, the entire warship erupted into chaos.

The two sides made contact without needing to exchange words; they immediately opened fire.

The artillery barrage was dealt with by the rear Rear Admiral before the pirates could even get close. The pirates weren't so lucky; a quick scan with their Observation Haki revealed they were just low-level minions, and Ye Chen didn't even bother to move.

Ye Chen didn't move, but Bai Doudou did. Her previously listless ears stood straight up and disappeared into the recliner in an instant.

Not long after, Ye Chen heard a roar from the other side.

"Captain, something terrible has happened! A cunning big rabbit has stolen all our treasure!"

"What? What rabbit?"

"You bastard! I'm so handsome, and you call me a pervert? Watch out for Rankyaku!"

"Oh no, Captain, this rabbit can talk and it will attack!"

"Where are the rabbits? I'm fighting the Navy right now!" The pirate captain turned around, his face grim. What kind of time is this? His own men are still lying about having rabbits? They can talk, they can attack—is that even human language? They can't even lie properly, damn it.

With bulging eyes, the pirate captain stared at a rabbit covered in treasure, carrying a package the size of a bedroom on its back. He could vaguely make out the shape of the treasure in his own room.

The rabbit, adorned with gold and silver, was now cursing and actually attacked, killing several of its henchmen.

"Catch this rabbit!" The pirate captain's eyes turned red. That was his treasure! He was always the one robbing others; when had anyone ever dared to steal from him? They were asking for death.

"Something terrible has happened, Captain!"

"What's wrong now?"

"The sea has been parted."

"What?!" The pirate captain turned around, his Big Mouth, completely dumbfounded. He saw a slash over a hundred meters long suddenly launched from the opposing Marine warship, rushing towards them with overwhelming force.

Are QQ and WeChat accounts being stolen so rampant these days? I wake up one morning and everything's gone? Damn it, I'm penniless from all that deletion! Bullshit!