Arc 1The Droplet and Gran Tesoro

Lynn used the Droplet to assert his power over the Marines and the Celestial Dragons, forcing the Gorosei to restore the Figarland Family’s assets and fund his research. He then seized Gran Tesoro and transformed it into a technological territory with a new laboratory and tower.

  • Lynn built the Droplet on a deserted island, and it proved fast and durable enough to overwhelm Gion and challenge Kizaru.
  • After learning that the Roswald Family had taken the Figarland Family’s assets, Lynn returned to Mary Geoise and beat Saint Charlos while the Droplet fought off Jean Bart and Kong.
  • The Gorosei restored Lynn’s property, gave him additional affiliated nations, and agreed to fund three Droplets, a new laboratory, and ten thousand workers in exchange for his technology.
  • Lynn chose to target Gild Tesoro’s wealth and resources, while Doflamingo and Monkey D. Dragon ordered their people to investigate him.
  • Blackbeard and Burgess tried to stage a rescue involving Lynn, but the Droplet knocked Burgess unconscious and Teach fled with him.
  • Lynn arrived at Gran Tesoro and declared it his territory, then made Saint Charlos confirm by phone that he had no objection.
  • Lynn forced Tesoro to submit and provide gold, then had the Marines demolish and rebuild Gran Tesoro as a technological territory with a laboratory and tower.
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Ch. 1Activation of the Three-Body Technology, First Technology: Droplet!

Saint Figarland Lynn, a Celestial Dragon with access to immense wealth, finally awakened the Worlds Technology System after 181 days in the Pirate World. Its starter gift pack granted him the Water Drop technology from Three-Body, leaving him eager to fund its development.

  • Lynn woke in his luxurious palace, dressed with the help of his maids, and prepared to visit Sabaody Archipelago.
  • Lynn recalled that he had transmigrated as the last member of the Figarland family and despised his rival Saint Charlos of the Roswald Family.
  • The Worlds Technology System activated and showed Lynn that he could unlock technologies by spending money.
  • Lynn opened his starter gift pack and received Admiral-level Water Drop technology with an estimated research budget of 50 billion Beli.
  • Lynn recognized the technology as the Droplet from Three-Body and realized its potential to dominate the Pirate World.

Ch. 2Celestial Dragons Building a Lab? These Dunderheads Know How to Do Scientific Research?

Lynn used his Celestial Dragon status and wealth to begin arranging a laboratory for researching Droplet technology. The Gorosei learned of his plans and considered demoting him to seize the Figarland Family’s wealth and open vacancies among the World Nobles.

  • Lynn learned that Admiral-level Droplet technology could give him destructive power comparable to an Admiral and decided to establish a dedicated laboratory on an island.
  • Lynn ordered three CP personnel to withdraw 100 billion Beli, purchase materials, find a large deserted island, and recruit one Admiral and three Vice Admirals from Marineford for three months.
  • The CP personnel accepted Lynn’s orders and left to carry them out, while Lynn praised how efficiently his Celestial Dragon status let him get things done.
  • The Gorosei discussed choosing a kingdom to fill the vacant twentieth World Noble family and received a report about Lynn’s laboratory plans.
  • The Gorosei considered demoting Figarland Lynn so they could take control of the Figarland Family’s wealth and create two vacancies among the World Nobles.

Ch. 3Kizaru as Bodyguard, Lynn is Simply a Disgrace to Celestial Dragons!

Marine Headquarters assigned Kizaru, four vice admirals, and a thousand personnel to accompany Lynn and help build a laboratory after the Gorosei approved the request. As the Marines set sail, Saint Charlos and Shalria mocked Lynn, who had already departed for the island.

  • Vice Admiral Maynard reported that Kaido and Shanks were clashing, but Aokiji and Sengoku expected the tension to remain contained.
  • A CP operative requested Marine forces to protect and assist Saint Figarland in building a laboratory for three months, and Akainu protested the demand.
  • Sengoku assigned Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, Onigumo, and a thousand personnel, and Gion reluctantly agreed to join the mission.
  • Kizaru and the assigned Marines assembled aboard warships and prepared to depart.
  • Saint Charlos and Shalria mocked Lynn for disregarding Celestial Dragon customs and predicted the Holy Land would banish him.
  • Lynn left the Holy Land for the island while CP personnel began organizing the laboratory project.

Ch. 4No Way, Do Celestial Dragons Actually Understand Scientific Research?

Doflamingo ordered Trebol to profit from Saint Figarland Lynn’s purchases of rare scientific materials, while Admiral Kizaru and other officers arrived to oversee Lynn’s island project. Lynn personally directed the construction of his laboratory, leaving the skeptical naval officers watching as work expanded across the island.

  • Trebol told Doflamingo that CP agents were buying scarce metals and instruments for Lynn, and Doflamingo ordered him to sell the materials at a profit.
  • CP agents escorted the gathered supplies to Lynn’s uninhabited island, where Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, and Onigumo arrived with a marine contingent.
  • Lynn arrived with two maids, greeted the officers, and directed the marines to help the construction workers build his laboratory.
  • Lynn removed his bubble helmet and supervised the installation of structural materials and scientific equipment, using technical terms to direct the workers.
  • Kizaru and the other naval officers remained skeptical as CP laborers began transforming more sections of the island into Lynn’s research base.

Ch. 5A Deserter Appears on Whitebeard's Ship and the Experiment is Complete!

After seven days, Lynn completed his high-tech laboratory and sealed himself inside to work on the Droplet, leaving Kizaru Borsalino and the Marines to guard it. Three months later, Sengoku reported that a deserter had appeared on Whitebeard's ship, just as an explosion blasted open the laboratory gates.

  • Lynn completed his five-story laboratory and assigned Kizaru Borsalino, Gion, Chaton, Onigumo, and the Marines to guard it.
  • Lynn entered the laboratory alone and forbade anyone from entering without permission while he worked on the Droplet.
  • For three months, Lynn remained inside, with food deliveries providing the only sign that he was well.
  • Sengoku told Kizaru Borsalino that a deserter had appeared on Whitebeard's ship and ordered him to return once the three-month assignment ended.
  • The laboratory suddenly exploded, blasting open its main gate and filling the area with smoke.

Ch. 6Droplet Is Born, Rivals an Admiral!

After three months of research, Lynn emerged from an explosion with his invention, the floating Droplet, and claimed it could unleash Admiral-level attacks. Gion tested it with Armament Haki, was blasted into the sea, and the Marines realized Lynn’s invention was genuinely formidable.

  • Lynn emerged from his laboratory after an explosion, laughing and accompanied by the human-sized Droplet.
  • Lynn introduced the Droplet and said it could unleash Admiral-level attacks, but Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, and Onigumo doubted him.
  • Lynn ordered Gion to block the Droplet’s attack with Armament Haki, and she reluctantly prepared to test it.
  • The Droplet struck Gion at tremendous speed and sent her flying into the sea, where Chaton rescued her.
  • Gion survived but was badly shaken, while Kizaru and the others recognized the Droplet’s Admiral-level power and speed.

Ch. 7This Droplet Was Way Too Hard!

Lynn tested his Droplet against Admiral Kizaru, who struggled to evade its attacks and failed to damage it with either a laser or a powerful kick. The Droplet returned to Lynn, leaving the Marines convinced of its formidable strength.

  • After Gion was sent flying by the Droplet, Lynn invited Kizaru to test it, and the Droplet immediately charged at him.
  • Kizaru evaded the Droplet by transforming into light, but it turned sharply and pursued him, forcing him to dodge repeatedly.
  • Kizaru fired a laser at the Droplet, but its surface refracted the beam without taking damage, and the scattered lasers nearly hit Gion and Chaton.
  • Kizaru kicked the Droplet with his Speed of Light Kick, but it remained unharmed while his foot nearly broke from the impact.
  • Lynn called off the test, and the Droplet returned to him as Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, Onigumo, and the other witnesses recognized its power.

Ch. 8The Celestial Dragon Really Created an Incredible Thing!

Figarland Lynn explained the Droplet’s extraordinary technology and demonstrated its absolute-smooth, freezing-cold surface to Kizaru and the other Marines. After hearing that it could withstand an admiral’s attacks and strike with enough force to injure one, the Marines marveled at the invention and considered its potential use against the Four Emperors.

  • Kizaru asked Figarland Lynn to explain the Droplet after its performance baffled the Marines.
  • Lynn described the Droplet’s perfectly smooth surface, and Chaton cautiously touched it before recoiling from its freezing temperature.
  • Gion asked how the Droplet could fly, and Lynn said it relied on advanced technology rather than a Devil Fruit.
  • Lynn explained that the Droplet could absorb vacuum energy, turn sharply without slowing, and resist attacks, including Kizaru’s Light Speed Kick.
  • Lynn said the Droplet could strike hard enough to injure an admiral, prompting Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, and Onigumo to praise the invention and imagine the Marines using it against the Four Emperors.

Ch. 9New Reward: Four Emperors-level Droplet, Sophon Technology!

Lynn explained the weaknesses of his Admiral-level Droplet to the Marines, then received a physical enhancement and unlocked more advanced technologies. The chapter left him with Four Emperors-level Droplet Technology and 10-kilometer-level Sophon Technology newly available.

  • Lynn explained that the Droplet could repair minor damage but could be destroyed if it sustained severe damage.
  • Kizaru, Gion, Onigumo, and Chaton learned that the Droplet was incomplete, and Lynn said a perfect version could destroy the Red Line within an hour.
  • Lynn let the Marines inspect the Droplet and went to bathe after his laboratory work.
  • The system judged Lynn’s Admiral-level Droplet Technology creation perfect and enhanced his physical attributes to Marine Colonel-level.
  • The system unlocked Four Emperors-level Droplet Technology and 10-kilometer-level Sophon Technology.

Ch. 10Sophon That Could Disrupt Three-Color Haki!

Lynn learned the next stages of Water Drop and Sophon Technology and began preparing to build them, but discovered that the Roswald Family had seized most of the Figarland Family’s wealth and affiliated nations while he was away. Furious, he ordered the CP agents to return to Mary Geoise.

  • Lynn studied Four Emperors-level Droplet technology and calculated the costs of upgrading his laboratory and obtaining rare materials.
  • Lynn examined Sophon Technology, which could monitor a ten-kilometer area and interfere with Haki within its range.
  • Lynn ordered the CP agents to withdraw 100 billion Beli and buy the materials on his list, but the agent reported that only 50 billion remained.
  • The CP agent explained that the Roswald Family had taken the Figarland Family’s property, affiliated nations, and Heavenly Tribute with the Gorosei’s approval.
  • Lynn flew the Droplet behind him and ordered the CP agents to return to Mary Geoise at once.

Ch. 11Returning to the Holy Land to Settle Scores with Roswald!

Lynn returned toward the Holy Land of Mary Geoise in anger after learning the Roswald Family had taken the Figarland Family’s wealth, while the Marines reported his powerful invention Droplet to Sengoku. The Gorosei decided to preserve Lynn’s Celestial Dragon status but strip the Figarland Family of its assets.

  • Lynn had Droplet tow his ship toward the Holy Land and informed the Marines that their escort mission was over.
  • Borsalino told Sengoku that Lynn had created Droplet, a nearly indestructible weapon with Admiral-level attack power, and described its clash with Gion and himself.
  • Borsalino reported that Lynn was returning in anger because the Roswald Family had usurped the Figarland Family’s wealth.
  • Sengoku decided to go to the Holy Land with Akainu and Aokiji to investigate Droplet and the coming dispute.
  • The Gorosei discussed Lynn’s return and agreed to preserve his Celestial Dragon status while stripping the Figarland Family of its assets.

Ch. 12Kong's Headache: Celestial Dragons Causing Trouble for Celestial Dragons?

Lynn returned to Mary Geoise in a rage and headed to the Roswald Family’s gathering place to confront them. As Sengoku, Garp, the Admirals, and Kong reacted to the brewing conflict, Lynn found Saint Charlos and advanced toward him.

  • Lynn returned to Mary Geoise with Droplet following him and brushed aside Sengoku, Garp, and the Three Admirals, who wanted to see Droplet’s power.
  • Kong learned that Lynn was charging around in a rage and went to try to prevent a clash between Celestial Dragon families.
  • Lynn entered a Small Castle where Celestial Dragons gathered and found members of the Roswald Family among the crowd.
  • Saint Mjosgard warned Lynn that the gathering’s attendees were close to the Roswald Family, but Saint Charlos appeared and mocked Lynn.
  • Lynn pulled away from Saint Mjosgard and strode toward Saint Charlos with Droplet following behind.

Ch. 13Lynn Beats Up Roswald, Shocking Everyone!

Lynn attacked Saint Charlos after Charlos fired at him, then continued beating him while the Droplet stopped Jean Bart from intervening. The Gorosei learned of the fight and the Droplet’s power, then headed to the residential district.

  • Saint Charlos fired at Lynn, who dodged the bullet and punched him down before repeatedly beating him.
  • Saint Roswald ordered Jean Bart to rescue Charlos, but Jean Bart hesitated and then approached Lynn.
  • The Droplet struck Jean Bart through a wall before he could grab Lynn, stunning the Celestial Dragons and Marines.
  • Lynn continued beating Charlos while Roswald, Shalria, and the other Celestial Dragons watched helplessly.
  • The Gorosei received a report about the beating and the Droplet, then headed to the residential district.

Ch. 14Kong Tried to Make Peace, but Was Stopped by the Droplet?!

Lynn continued beating Saint Charlos while Kong tried to intervene, but Lynn’s Droplet stopped Kong and withstood his powerful attacks. The Marines and Celestial Dragons watched in shock as Kong struggled to overcome the Droplet.

  • Kong arrived and ordered Lynn to stop beating Saint Charlos, but Lynn ignored him and continued kicking Charlos.
  • Kong warned Lynn that he would intervene, then moved to separate him from Charlos.
  • The Droplet struck Kong before he could reach Lynn, and Kong blocked its attack with Armament Haki.
  • Kong and the Droplet became locked in a clash while Lynn continued beating Charlos.
  • Kong punched the Droplet, but it remained undamaged and rebounded his attack.

Ch. 15The Gorosei's Astonishment at the Droplet

Lynn’s Droplet kept Kong trapped in a fight, astonishing the Navy and the Gorosei with its power and durability. The Gorosei stopped the battle, and Lynn turned to greet them as Roswald challenged him again.

  • Kong failed to break the Droplet or escape its attacks, while its intelligence adapted to his fighting style.
  • Sengoku, Garp, and the Three Admirals watched the Droplet’s performance and discussed its potential for mass production.
  • The Gorosei arrived, praised Lynn’s invention, and compared it favorably with Vegapunk’s technology and the Great Kingdom’s.
  • The Gorosei ordered Kong to withdraw, and the Droplet stopped as Lynn ended his beating of Saint Charlos and greeted them.
  • Roswald regained his nerve and shouted at Lynn for showing disrespect before the Gorosei.

Ch. 16The Gorosei Personally Apologized to Lynn, Shocking the Celestial Dragons for an Entire Year!

The Gorosei sided with Figarland Lynn after he exposed the Roswald Family’s seizure of his property, apologizing and ordering his assets restored with additional affiliated nations as compensation. They left with Lynn to discuss matters, while the shaken Celestial Dragons realized they should not trust rumors about his falling from favor.

  • The Gorosei praised Lynn and apologized for allowing the Roswald Family to seize his property and affiliated nations.
  • The Gorosei ordered Lynn’s property restored and granted him additional affiliated nations as compensation, and Lynn agreed not to pursue the rest of the Roswald Family.
  • Shalria and Saint Roswald protested Lynn’s punishment of Saint Charlos, but the Fifth and Second Elders silenced and rebuked them.
  • The Gorosei called Lynn to accompany them, and Sengoku, Garp, Kong, and the admirals followed after Kong apologized to Lynn.
  • The remaining Celestial Dragons reacted with fear and warned one another not to provoke Lynn, leaving Saint Roswald and Shalria facing their losses.

Ch. 17Five Elders and High-Ranking Marine Officials Collectively Amazed: Technology Rivalling an Admiral? Unprecedented!

Lynn met with the Gorosei and Marine leaders in the Room of Authority, where he explained the Droplet’s technology and offered to demonstrate its combat abilities. The Droplet impressed everyone by matching Akainu and Sengoku in battle, leaving the group astonished by its power and precision.

  • The Great Elder invited Lynn to sit with the Gorosei while Sengoku, Garp, Akainu, Aokiji, Kizaru, and Kong stood nearby.
  • The Fourth Elder asked about the Droplet, and Lynn explained that it was made of Strong Interaction Material and moved with a Recoil Dynamic Engine.
  • Lynn described the Droplet’s weaknesses and invited the Marines to test it, prompting Akainu Sakazuki to volunteer first.
  • Akainu fought the Droplet with magma, but its surface extinguished his attacks and remained undamaged as the two matched each other’s power.
  • The Droplet made an acute-angle turn and charged Sengoku, who met it with a Haki-enhanced punch and was surprised when its impact matched his own.

Ch. 18The World Government Wanted Droplets? Time to Bleed the Gorosei Dry!

Lynn negotiated with the Gorosei to build three Droplets and expand his research operation in exchange for their support, materials, and a large workforce. He also secured special authority to seize other Celestial Dragon families’ affiliated kingdoms, leaving him free to develop his technology with the World Government’s backing.

  • The Gorosei asked whether the Droplets could be mass-produced, and Lynn said he could produce a limited number at roughly one hundred billion Beli each.
  • The Gorosei ordered three Droplets and agreed to provide funding and rare materials for Lynn’s research.
  • Lynn requested a new laboratory and at least ten thousand workers, and the Gorosei approved.
  • Lynn asked for authority to seize other Celestial Dragon families’ affiliated kingdoms by force, and the Gorosei accepted the condition while requiring him to share his technology.
  • Lynn thanked the Gorosei for their support as Sengoku, Kong, and the Three Admirals watched their negotiations conclude.

Ch. 19Next Laboratory to Be Built in: Gran Tesoro!

After gaining the Gorosei’s support for his Droplet technology, Lynn planned to fund his technological ambitions by targeting Gild Tesoro and Gran Tesoro. He departed for the entertainment city, while news of his clash with the Roswald Family reached Doflamingo.

  • The Gorosei discussed the Droplets’ power and weaknesses with Kong, Sengoku, Garp, and the Admirals before dismissing them.
  • Lynn returned to his residence, where Saint Mjosgard checked on him and later asked about the Droplet and Lynn’s plans.
  • Lynn decided to target Gild Tesoro’s wealth, resources, and gold, and arranged to travel to Gran Tesoro the next morning.
  • Lynn told Saint Mjosgard about his destination, then set out with CP and his maidservants as news of the Holy Land incident spread.
  • Doflamingo received a report that Lynn had beaten Saint Charlos and laughed, saying Charlos deserved it.

Ch. 20Doflamingo's Shock: Those Five Old Farts Apologized?!

Doflamingo and the Revolutionary Army learned that Figarland Lynn had fought off Kong with a mysterious droplet-shaped object and received an apology from the Gorosei. Both decided to investigate Lynn, while Blackbeard joined forces with Burgess on the Grand Line.

  • Doflamingo heard that the Gorosei had taken Lynn's side and apologized after Lynn fought Kong, so he ordered his people to investigate Lynn and his laboratory.
  • Monkey D. Dragon received a report about Lynn's fight and the Gorosei's apology, then ordered the Revolutionary Army to monitor him closely.
  • Blackbeard encountered Burgess on the Grand Line and made him his companion.
  • Blackbeard and Burgess celebrated their partnership before a commotion broke out in the street.

Ch. 21Blackbeard's Plan to Save a Celestial Dragon?

Blackbeard devised a scheme for Burgess to stage a kidnapping so he could rescue the Celestial Dragon and gain favors. As Lynn arrived in the kingdom for a meal, Burgess attacked him, leaving the king and his people terrified.

  • Blackbeard learned that a Celestial Dragon had arrived and persuaded Burgess to pretend to kidnap him so Blackbeard could play the hero.
  • Lynn reached the Plaza with Droplet, four maids, and two men in black, and the king knelt to welcome him.
  • Lynn told the king he had stopped because he was hungry, so the king ordered a state banquet and led him toward the Royal Palace.
  • Burgess leaped down in front of Lynn and attacked, while the king ordered his soldiers to stop him.
  • Burgess sent several soldiers flying, and Lynn wondered whether the masked attacker was someone he recognized.

Ch. 22A Terrified Blackbeard: A Single Strike Almost Killed Burgess?!

Lynn effortlessly stopped Burgess’s attack with the Droplet, while Blackbeard Teach abandoned his plan to approach Lynn and fled with his gravely injured crewmate. At Gran Tesoro, Gild Tesoro heard reports of the incident in Mary Geoise and laughed at the news of two Celestial Dragons fighting.

  • Burgess charged at Lynn, but Lynn sent the Droplet flying into him and knocked him unconscious with a single strike.
  • Blackbeard Teach gave up his plan to make a heroic appearance and hurried after Burgess, who had been hurled to the edge of Kingdom Island.
  • Teach used the Yami Yami no Mi to absorb Burgess’s injuries, and Burgess woke up terrified.
  • Teach dragged Burgess away, deciding to keep his distance from Lynn and the Droplet.
  • At Gran Tesoro, Gild Tesoro heard about the incident in Mary Geoise and laughed at the report of two Celestial Dragons beating each other up.

Ch. 23One Sentence, Gran Tesoro Is My Territory From Now On!

Figarland Lynn arrived at Gran Tesoro and ordered Gild Tesoro to surrender the island as his territory and vassal state. Gild Tesoro invoked his existing ties to the World Nobles, but Lynn refused to negotiate and left him facing a sharp show of force from the CP agents.

  • Gild Tesoro rejoiced at news of infighting among the Celestial Dragons before Mr. Tanaka reported that one had arrived.
  • Lynn entered Gran Tesoro aboard a ship, and the people at the port knelt when they saw the Celestial Dragon symbol.
  • Gild Tesoro remained standing while his subordinates knelt, explaining that the World Nobles had permitted him not to kneel.
  • Lynn declared Gran Tesoro would become his territory and vassal state, shocking Gild Tesoro and the gathered crowd.
  • Gild Tesoro appealed to the Holy Land, but Lynn refused to repeat himself as the CP agents turned threateningly toward him.

Ch. 24Gild Tesoro is Shocked: This is the First Time I've Seen Celestial Dragons Be So Humble!

Lynn confronted Tesoro over making Gran Tesoro his affiliated country, and Tesoro tried to use Saint Charloss to stop him. When Charloss recognized Lynn and immediately backed down, Tesoro submitted to Lynn.

  • Tesoro called Saint Charloss and reported that a young Celestial Dragon wanted Gran Tesoro as an affiliated country.
  • Saint Charloss angrily demanded to speak with the Celestial Dragon, then froze when Tesoro turned the Den Den Mushi toward Lynn.
  • Lynn reminded Charloss who he was, and Charloss greeted him humbly and said he had no objection to Lynn taking the city.
  • Charloss hurriedly ended the call, leaving Tesoro and the gathered spectators stunned by his fear of Lynn.
  • Lynn suggested contacting the Gorosei, but Tesoro knelt and submitted to him.

Ch. 25Gild Tesoro Surrenders, a Staggering Number of Marines Arrive!

Lynn took control of Gran Tesoro and transformed the entertainment city into a technological territory centered on a vast laboratory. Seven days later, the construction and equipment installation had reshaped the island, with Tesoro supplying the gold Lynn demanded.

  • Lynn forced Gild Tesoro to surrender and ordered him to close the entertainment businesses and provide gold for a laboratory.
  • Kizaru, Gion, Chaton, and more than ten thousand Marines arrived to escort Lynn's equipment and materials, sending pirates and customers fleeing.
  • Lynn ordered Tesoro's subordinates and the Marines to demolish Gran Tesoro's stages, venues, and terrain while Kizaru blasted the landscape flat.
  • Lynn directed the island's reconstruction, and Tesoro used his Gold-Gold Fruit to provide the gold needed for the project.
  • After seven days of construction and equipment installation, Gran Tesoro had become a shining technological territory with a laboratory and a technological tower.
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