"Alright, it's time for us to head to our next adventure. Thanks for the hospitality these past few days, brothers Cobra."
Kazu and Cobra have started calling each other brothers these past few days, especially after they've had a few drinks; they've become even closer.
Cobra genuinely admired Kazu's generosity; such strength combined with such affability was a rare quality.
As for Kazu, it's because King Cobra was a rare wise ruler. Again, even though he's a pirate, he still hopes the world can be a better place.
Are you leaving already?
"These past few days have been the most relaxing period of my life since becoming king."
"Your yearning for freedom makes me yearn for it too."
Cobra wasn't lying; he was plagued by all sorts of headaches every day, and governing a country was no easy task.
These past few days he's put aside his work, spending his days entertaining new friends, touring the capital, and then hosting a banquet—it couldn't be more wonderful.
"Haha, all good things must come to an end."
"Here you go. On the surface, you're Affiliated Nation of the World Government, but secretly, my Blond Hair Pirates are protecting your Alabasta. I trust you can handle this situation well."
Kazu handed Cobra a personal Den Den Mushi, a symbol not only of protection but also of their friendship.
"Hahaha, let's go!"
Kazu waved his hand, not giving Cobra a chance to stop him, and used his spatial abilities to leave Alubarna with his crew.
"Hahaha, Captain Kazu's abilities are still so convenient."
The entire Blond Hair Pirates was just in the royal palace of Alubarna a moment ago, and the next second they appeared on a pirate ship thousands of miles away.
"Yes, no matter how many times I've seen it, it's still amazing."
Everyone's been having a lot of fun lately, Kazu teleported them here—the meaning is pretty clear.
"Friends, the Blond Hair Pirates are setting sail again!!"
"Target: Jaya Island!"
Following the direction indicated by the Log Pose they had already obtained, Kazu and the others headed towards Jaya Island.
" Behrens, once we get there, you'll get the Devil Fruit that will enhance your strength. Get ready."
Kazu remained comfortably reclining on the deck chair, Kazu as the surging waves propelled the boat.
He was leisurely munching on a freshly pulled apple, looking so relaxed that you'd think he was on a cruise ship, not a pirate ship.
"Huh?"
" Devil Fruit to increase my strength?"
Behrens pointed to himself, realizing that Captain Kazu had been thinking about him all along.
"That's right, on the legendary Sky Island, there exists a Logia Devil Fruit — the Rumble-Rumble Fruit."
It is said to be the most destructive Logia Devil Fruit in the world.
"Not only can it enhance physical skills, but it can also strengthen Observation Haki, granting lightning-fast speed and extremely high area-of-effect damage."
"This is a Devil Fruit that's all-encompassing and has no weaknesses. From now on, your pistol can fire lightning bullets, achieving unlimited firepower."
"Thunder's speed also allows you to maneuver and kite during combat, enabling you to attack or defend as needed."
"The enhancement of your Observation Haki will make you an even greater sniper, and the improvement in your physical skills is also crucial for someone like you who combines physical and marksmanship skills."
Behrens jumped for joy upon hearing Kazu's list of virtues.
"This Devil Fruit is so powerful! Captain Kazu, you're so cool!"
Behrens quickly ran over, came up behind Kazu, and started massaging his shoulders.
His obsequious manner made Carlmand, standing to the side, curl his lip; what an easily satisfied fellow.
"As for Carlmand, you're more suited to Zoan Devil Fruit. In the future, when we encounter Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit, we'll give you priority."
Kazu knows Carlmand too well; he could tell what Kalmand was thinking even with a brain.
Kazu, you bastard...
Is that really true?!
Carlmand had mentally criticized Kazu many times before, but now he realized he really was a jerk.
"Of course it's true. When have I ever lied?"
Kazu suddenly rolled over and pointed to his back. Behrens, who was behind him, immediately understood his intention and started massaging his back.
"Put your hands down, let me do it!"
Carlmand quickly joined the massage party, and since the two couldn't agree, they ended up having one massage the other's back and the other's legs.
Carlmand knew that Kazu was telling the truth; he had not lied to him. This made Carlmand feel excited, but also a little guilty.
He's just a show-off, isn't he? He openly flaunted his relationship on the boat, making single people jealous. He was just being lazy in public, which provoked him. He was the one who beat him up and dragged him onto the boat.
Kazu had such a minor flaw, yet he had mentally criticized him several times.
He really... I'm so upset!