Changes Brought About by Ryan

Ryan felt that now was the right time for the Freedom Alliance to expand into the Grand Line.

First, his own strength was already enough to secretly deal with many troubles. With Charlos and his sister helping from the shadows as well, gaining a foothold would not be much of a problem.

Second, the Freedom Alliance had already taken root in East Blue, West Blue, and South Blue. Meanwhile, thanks to Jinbe and Gin's efforts, the situation in North Blue had stabilized as well. As long as they followed the same path as the Goa Kingdom, there would not be much of an issue. It was time to expand outward.

As for sending Outlook III to the Grand Line, that was also Ryan's arrangement. A person like him had to be given something to do, or he would easily start acting up. The Freedom Alliance's expansion also needed talents like him—but only those under Ryan's control could truly be called talents.

If Outlook III were left in East Blue, who knew what kind of schemes he might pull? He definitely would not dare to do anything openly, but what about in secret?

"What about me?" Sabo asked. He wanted to go to the Grand Line too. Although he had become much steadier over the past two years, he was still a teenager. The outside world had always filled him with curiosity and boundless imagination.

"The Goa Kingdom still needs you to hold the fort. But I promise you, as long as you work hard to improve your strength, your power will be needed in the latter half of the Grand Line—the dangerous seas ahead!" Ryan said, patting Sabo on the shoulder.

"Huh? A pat on the shoulder!"

Sabo was delighted. He was now considered one of the Freedom Alliance's old