On the Moby Dick in the New World, Whitebeard, who was listening to Marco's report, had a look of shock in his eyes.
"Controlling the sea..."
"That's a really interesting ability..."
Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
Inside the sanatorium, Sengoku looked at the newspaper, which was clearly exaggerated and inflammatory, and was so angry that he almost spat out blood again. He smashed the cabinet next to him with a slap.
"That bastard Morgans!!!"
Garp, who had come to visit Sengoku after hearing that he was injured, was seeing the usually calm Sengoku so out of control for the first time. His previously worried face immediately broke into a big laugh.
"Pfft! Hahaha!"
" Sengoku, you really showed off your skills! Hahahaha!!"
"Get out of here!! Garp!!!"
Just as the whole world was reeling from the name ' Heavenly Dao ' Roy.
Savi, who was training Enel, saw today's newspaper and immediately rushed to Master Tom's studio in a panic.
"Bang--!"
"Sister Stella, something terrible has happened! Boss Roy and the others are surrounded by the Navy in the Sabaody Archipelago..."
Before Savi could finish speaking, Stella, who was drawing a nautical chart, immediately snatched the newspaper from Savi's hand and began to read it carefully.
Seeing Roy and the others break through the encirclement, the anxiety in their hearts eased slightly, and they noticed that Pea beside them also had an anxious face.
He immediately calmed her down.
" Pea, it's alright, Roy and the others have already broken through!"
Prepare the life essence for treatment immediately, and also prepare plenty of food; they must be seriously injured!
Upon hearing this, Pea nodded and immediately set off for the Little Garden he had just tended behind the studio to make preparations.
Seeing that Savi and Enel were still looking at her nervously, Stella pondered for a moment, then took out Den Den Mushi from her pocket and dialed the number.
"Poro Poro Poro... Click!"
"Hello! Is this Tesoro? How are you doing? Do you need our help?"
"Ahem! Stella? Don't worry, we're heading back towards Water 7. Have Pea prepare the healing. We estimate we'll arrive in about half a day."
By this time, Tesoro and his companions were exhausted after flying for half a day.
Bullet, already severely injured, flew for half a day with Roy when he saw a pirate ship appear at sea.
He could no longer hold on and also fainted. If Hawk Eyes hadn't been watching his condition closely and pulled him back in time, Bullet and Roy might have fallen directly into the sea.
The group landed hastily on the pirate ship before the pirates could react.
Tesoro delivered a powerful El Thor, knocking down the pirates on the ship and throwing the unconscious and dead pirates into the sea.
Panting heavily, Tesoro plopped down on the deck, reviewing the battle on the island.
For the first time, he hated his own weakness. The slight arrogance he had felt after Roy found the Rumble-Rumble Fruit for him was completely extinguished after this battle with the Navy.
Inside the cabin, Hawk Eyes gave Bullet and Roy basic first aid.
Having sustained relatively minor injuries, he cooked some food in the kitchen, sensed Tesoro's location, took his portion, and headed to the deck.
"Here, have something to eat first, Tesoro!"
Tesoro wiped away his tears, took the food from Hawk Eyes's hand, and silently began to eat.
The calories from the food restored some strength to his weary body, but the heaviness in his heart remained undiminished.
" Mihawk, am I... too weak?"
"If I hadn't held them back, the Yamato and Bullet might not have been so badly injured..."
Hawk Eyes sat opposite him, slowly and methodically cutting the steak on his plate. Listening to Tesoro's self-reproachful words, he paused, his hawk-like eyes fixed on Tesoro.
"A weak understanding is the beginning of becoming strong."
"Don't dwell on self-blame; it's pointless. In the battle of Sabaody, we faced the Navy's highest combat power. Just being able to leave alive is a testament to our strength."
Hawk Eyes pointed towards the cabin.
" Roy and Bullet made their choices for the whole team. If you really feel guilty, then turn that resentment into motivation to improve yourself."
The Rumble-Rumble Fruit's power is immense; your current level of development is far from sufficient.
Tesoro clenched his fist, tiny arcs of electricity crackling at his fingertips.
Yes, blaming oneself won't solve anything. The eldest brother risked his life to save them, and he absolutely cannot let him down.
They must become stronger, strong enough to become a truly reliable fighting force in future battles, rather than objects that need to be protected.
"I see."
Tesoro took a deep breath, his eyes hardening once more.
"I will become stronger, strong enough to control the Lightning, strong enough... to never let my comrades fall into this situation again!"
Hawk Eyes nodded slightly, said nothing more, and continued to enjoy his food.
Only the sound of the waves and the two eating remained on the deck; a silent understanding and determination permeated the air.
After finishing his meal, Tesoro took out the Log Pose from Water 7 and piloted the pirate ship back there.
Thanks to his frequent assistance to Stella, he had no problem navigating the simple vessels.
Water 7, Tom's Workers Escape Room.
Stella put down the Den Den Mushi, but the worry on her face hadn't completely disappeared.
Although Tesoro said they were on their way back, the exhaustion and depression in his voice were undeniable; Roy and Bullet's condition was probably very bad.
"Sister Stella, what do we do now?"
"Savi asked anxiously," Enel asked nervously, looking at her intently as well.
"Prepare according to the original plan."
" Savi, you and Enel go to the White Dove and prepare a ward. Then go to the city and find a doctor and bring some healing supplies. Remember not to disturb too many people."
Savi and Enel also looked serious, nodded earnestly, and hurriedly began inquiring about famous doctors in the town.
" Pea, the essence of life and food, should be prioritized; the more the better."
Pea quickened his pace, and the plants in the Little Garden, stimulated by his abilities, exuded an even stronger life force.
Stella looked out the window at the darkening sky, clasped her hands together, and prayed silently.
"I hope their return is smooth sailing and that no more accidents occur."
As night deepened,
On the sea Water 7, an inconspicuous pirate ship was sailing toward the abandoned shipyard.
The ship's lights were deliberately dimmed. On the deck, Hawk Eyes stood like a javelin, his sharp gaze sweeping across the surrounding sea. Tesoro steered the ship, exhausted but highly focused.
Inside the cabin, Roy and Bullet remained unconscious, their heavy breathing the only evidence that they were still alive.
The ship slowly entered the abandoned shipyard dock, and under the cover of night, silently moored in the area with the most noise and shadows.
Stella and the others, who had been waiting there, immediately went to greet them.
When Stella saw Roy and Bullet's miserable state inside the cabin, Stella heart sank, and tears instantly streamed down her Pea.