While the other members of the Anti-Crime Adventure Group were working fervently across various regions to thwart the sinister plan of the Navy and the World Government, Kakarot and Lina strolled leisurely through the deserted streets of Baterilla Island.
The island was steeped in a rustic, pastoral atmosphere, and the gentle breeze carried the mingled fragrance of earth, flowers, and grass.
Lina affectionately linked her arm through Kakarot's, a sweet, curious smile on her lips as she asked softly, "Kakarot, is Roger's wife really on this island?
"But why hasn't anyone from the Navy or the World Government come here yet?
"With their Cipher Pol agents' ability to gather intelligence from every nook and cranny, surely they must have learned about the islands Roger visited long ago."
With a gentle smile, Kakarot patiently explained, "Don't worry, Sister Lina.
"There are indeed Navy personnel heading here, but they're still on their way. They should arrive in a little while.
"We might as well find Portgas D. Rouge first and explain why we've come.
"Then we'll see just who the Navy has sent to this island."
The two continued strolling along the town's streets, holding a Mobile Den Den Mushi and watching the live broadcast on it with thoroughly satisfied expressions.
Compared with usual, the town lacked some of its customary bustle and liveliness.
With their keen perception, Kakarot and Lina sensed that the townspeople were either hiding at home, watching the broadcast intently, or gathering with several other households, leaning on one another and seeking safety in togetherness.
They also sensed faint signs of life coming from the cellars of some homes.
They understood that the townspeople had presumably hidden their pregnant family members in the cellars to protect them.
Faced with the potential threat of the Navy and the World