Perhaps because they had worked together on a feat that drew the eyes of the world, the four of them felt noticeably closer.
Remembering the news Marco had given him earlier, Whitebeard could not help suggesting that they head to Oran Island together to join the fun.
Everyone's eyes lit up at Whitebeard's words, especially Pande Lia and Garp. One had been busy handling matters in the East Blue, while the other had been constrained by his status, so neither had had a chance to watch the tournament in person.
Now was a good opportunity. Whitebeard's suggestion was exactly what both of them wanted.
"Jihahahaha! I think that sounds great. Maybe the four of us could challenge Lind together, too. Speaking of which, aren't you curious about how strong Lind is now?"
At that moment, Shiki could not resist speaking up with a very tempting suggestion.
"Gurararara! If you spar with Lind, Shiki, you might lose your title as the World's Strongest Man." Hearing Shiki's words, Whitebeard could not resist teasing him.
Judging by Whitebeard's expression, however, he was also eagerly anticipating challenging Lind.
"It's just an empty title. Do I look like someone who cares about that? Actual strength matters far more!" Shiki paid no mind to Whitebeard's teasing and spoke boldly.
"If we want to get there quickly, we'll have to trouble you again this time, Shiki."
"But we didn't take any transportation here. We'll probably have to borrow a warship from you this time, Garp." As though remembering something, Shiki suddenly addressed Garp.
"Hahahaha! No problem. It's just one warship, and we'll be coming back anyway, won't we?"
Completely ignoring Dragon's stiff expression beside him, Garp spoke generously. The East Blue Marines had money anyway; one warship was nothing to them.
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