Landing on Cactus Island

Igaram was devastated after discovering that the person behind Baroque Works was very likely Crocodile. He asked Princess Vivi what they should do.

After all, their opponent was one of the Shichibukai, backed by the World Government, with the legal right to plunder and immense strength. He also commanded Baroque Works, such a powerful intelligence organization. With only his and Princess Vivi's strength, even knowing that Crocodile intended to overthrow Alabasta's government, there was nothing they could do.

Vivi was troubled as well and had no idea what to do, but unlike Igaram, she was not despairing. Her eyes were instead filled with determination.

"No matter what, we have to stop this from happening!"

As she pondered it, Vivi felt that perhaps she could borrow outside help. She thought of someone.

That person held a high-ranking, influential position in the Navy and had always opposed the Warlord System. He had also clashed with Crocodile before. If she made a request in her capacity as the princess of Alabasta, perhaps he might be willing to help?

With that thought in mind, the ship beneath Vivi's feet sped toward Cactus Island.

Two days later, Cactus Island.

Oak woke up in bed, with Ms. Valentine lying beside him. He had not experienced this kind of life in a long time.

Knock, knock, knock~

Someone knocked on the door, and Robin entered with a cup of coffee.

Ever since she had witnessed him defeat Crocodile that day, Robin had gone from Crocodile's secretary to their secretary. Well, the personal kind, helping him handle every detail of his daily life.

Over the past two days, Robin had been gathering intelligence for him, allowing him to understand the changes in this sea over the past thirty-six years. As for the nights...

Usually, there were three