"Alright, it's time for us to leave."
"By causing such a ruckus in the Affiliated Nation, we'll definitely attract the attention of World Government."
"Attracting the World Government's attention and creating opportunities for the Revolutionary Army is also part of the plan."
Kazu led everyone back to the Divine Dragon. Kennira and Maqian, standing on the harbor's edge, watched Drew wave goodbye from the deck.
" Drew, we're waiting for news of your rise to fame in Saierde, so don't die so easily!"
" Drew, if you ever get tired, come back to Saierde. We'll always be here waiting for you!"
"Ah, I will. Take care of yourselves too. I'm entrusting the protection of Saierde to you!"
As the Divine Dragon departed from the port of Saierde and sailed further and further away, Drew finally turned his gaze away from the deck.
"Haha, first time leaving your hometown, isn't it?"
Everyone feels this way; you'll get used to it, and you'll love it here.
Here, have a glass of water.
"Thank you, Miss Makino."
Drew took the cup from Makino, took a sip of water, and his eyes were filled with longing for a new adventure.
"Alright, we have a new member! Let's have a grand welcome banquet!"
" The Divine Dragon's destination— the Sabaody Archipelago!"
"Aww!!"
Everyone began a new round of busy work; the deck of the Divine Dragon was large and spacious.
After preparing the food and drinks, everyone sat on the floor and began Drew's welcome banquet.
That night, everyone got completely drunk. It was clear they were genuinely happy; having gained a new companion would make future voyages much smoother.
Two days passed in the blink of an eye, and Kazu and his companions were still heading towards the Lower Sabaody Archipelago.
These past two days, Drew has been getting familiar with the Divine Dragon, and its luxurious Divine Dragon has left Drew speechless.
Not only is the workmanship exquisite, but the materials are also top-notch; it's practically a walking Beli of the Sea.
Meanwhile, a pirate ship that had just Calm Belt quietly arrived in this area and spotted the ridiculously luxurious Divine Dragon from afar.
"That is..."
"My lord, there's a magnificent ship ahead. Shall we capture it this time?"
The lookout jogged a few steps to find his captain and quickly reported the situation.
This ship looks very wealthy. If they hijack it, the Amazon Lily probably won't need to go to sea for half a year.
"Give me the binoculars, I'll go take a look."
The captain took the binoculars and looked at the Divine Dragon. It was indeed a rare and wealthy ship.
Then I adjusted the magnification of the telescope and took a look at the fluttering pirate flag...
"Oh no, that's the Blond Hair Pirates ' ship! Everyone stop! I'm going to find Snake Princess Hancock!!"
The squad leader quickly tossed the binoculars to the lookout, pushed open the door, and rushed to report to Lady Snake Princess.
" Snake Princess Hancock, something terrible has happened! The Blond Hair Pirates ' ship has appeared on our right. Please give your decision."
"Blonde... pirates."
" Her Kazi."
Hancock, elegantly seated in a chair draped in white animal skin, looked moved, put down the fruit in her hand, and slowly stood up.
"Pass on my order: approach the Blond Hair Pirates at full speed. I have something to ask them."
"Ah... this..."
"Yes, my Snake Princess."
The squad leader hadn't expected Snake Princess to be so brave, but as the emperor of Amazon Lily, Snake Princess's orders were absolute.
The squad leader returned to the deck and relayed Snake Princess's orders.
The crew directed the two enormous green Salome at the bow of the ship to move forward at full speed, their target the Divine Dragon.
Da da da da~
" Snake Princess, why have you come out in person?"
The crew members were surprised that Hancock had come to the deck in person and quickly made way for her.
"It's nothing, I just want to see that man as soon as possible."
Hancock appeared calm on the surface, but a hint of excitement flickered in her eyes, which she managed to suppress well.
"Wow, Captain Kazu, a pirate ship is catching up to our Divine Dragon from the left, and it's being pulled by two sea serpents. How extravagant!"
With the help of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit, Behrens's Observation Haki range has become wider than before.
As a sniper, his Observation Haki was originally developed for extremely long distances.
Behrens's Observation Haki, in terms of distance alone, has now surpassed even Kazu's.
"Sea snake?"
Since we're near the Sabaody Archipelago and the wind came from the left, it must have come from the Calm Belt.
The only pirate ship that could appear here, crossing the Calm Belt, is the Kazu Kuja Pirates.