Crocodile Takes Notice, Incoming Agents Killed in an Instant!
With these forests, Alabasta will no longer need to rely on artificial rainmaking with Dance Powder; the coconuts produced by these desert coconut trees will be enough to meet the needs of its residents.
Moreover, with forests stabilizing the sand, Alabasta's environment will only get better and better, and the city may even become a tropical rainforest in the future.
It can be said that Ivan's actions completely changed the future of Alabasta!
Ivan used Wood Release to create a large beach buggy, and the group rode in it, quickly heading towards the Rainbase.
During the journey, whenever Ivan regains his strength, he immediately uses [Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence] to create vibrant forests in the arid desert.
The cities of Alabasta, in particular, are not to be missed.
Because Vivi was traveling with Ivan, many commoners recognized Princess Vivi and spread the word about Princess Vivi kindness.
In just a few days, the Alabasta royal family's credibility, which was on the verge of bankruptcy, improved exponentially, especially Vivi's reputation, which reached its peak.
Similarly, the legend of Rear Admiral White Dove also circulated in Alabasta, where the common people called Ivan "the White Dove who brings life!"
Rainbase, Rain Dinners.
The Rain Dinners resembles a 100-meter-high pyramid, surrounded by a huge pool containing giant crocodiles.
Crocodile's office is located on the top floor of the Rain Dinners. The room is decorated in blue and gold tones and is resplendent with gold, exuding luxury.
On the soft sofa, Crocodile crushed his wine glass, staring intently at Robin leaned elegantly against the wall.
"You mean, White Dove Ivan appeared in Alabasta and used some special ability to create a vast forest, ruining most of our plans?"
Clearly, this Shichibukai, who intended to usurp the throne, is now extremely enraged.
If it were anyone else, they would tremble in fear and dare not provoke Crocodile in the slightest when faced with Crocodile rage.
But for Robin, who had been hunted by the Navy since childhood and had even met several Admiral, this situation was nothing.
"That's right, his abilities are very special. In just a few days, he changed the ecological environment of Alabasta, which greatly affected our plans."
"So, shall we halt the operation?"
"How could that be!" Crocodile refused without hesitation. "After preparing for so long, how could I just give up?"
He paused, then his eyes narrowed, a ruthless glint in them:
"Get all the agents from Baroque Works out there and kill White Dove. If he wants to be a hero, let him be one to the fullest!"
Ivan was unaware that he had become a thorn in the side of a certain Crocodile.
He had just arrived in Alabasta, the capital of Alubarna.
Ivan also scattered seeds and used Wood Release to instantly create a vast forest near Alubarna.
Amid cheers from the kingdom's commoners, Vivi's father, King Nefit D. Cobra, personally came to welcome everyone to the palace.
The royal reception room was filled with laughter and cheerful conversation, especially King Cobra, who was usually stern and rarely smiled; his smile was more radiant than ever before.
"Rear Admiral Ivan, thank you so much. If it weren't for you, Alabasta might have truly been overthrown." King Cobra personally poured wine for Ivan.
Ivan smiled brightly and said, "King Cobra, this is the Navy's duty. Even the Shichibukai cannot attack Affiliated Nation family without a reason!"
At this moment, Ivan spoke with righteous indignation, completely forgetting that he had once killed two kings of the Affiliated Nation.
King Cobra sighed:
"However, we have sought help from several Marine Vice Admiral, but to no avail. Rear Admiral Ivan, this is indeed the Navy's responsibility, but not yours."
The Alabasta royal family will forever remember your help this time. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need assistance in the future!
Ivan did not refuse King Cobra's offer of goodwill, "If possible, please help me collect Devil Fruit, the more the better."
After enjoying drinks and conversation, Ivan did not linger in Alubarna. The next day, he declined King Cobra's offer to stay and headed straight for his final destination Rainbase.
However, they had only gone a short distance from the capital when the beach buggy powered by Wood Release suddenly stopped.
Vivi's mind was entirely on the Rainbase. With the help of the White Dove, who was capable of defeating the Lizard King Hanafuda, she was sure she could defeat Crocodile and restore peace to Alabasta.
Seeing Ivan suddenly stop, she was a little puzzled, but she didn't rush him. Instead, she asked with concern, "Mr. Ivan, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Ivan shook his head and said to the others, "Come closer to me, we have a guest."
Without hesitation, Nami and the others immediately leaned against Ivan.
The Baroque Works assassins, who had been watching Ivan and his companions from the shadows, realized they had been exposed and emerged from behind the trees.
Upon seeing their appearances, Ivan understood. "It seems Croc isn't very smart, sending you guys to kill me, or perhaps he just wants to use you to weaken me."
"Arrogant!" Mr. 3, with his hair tied in a "3"-shaped bun, stepped out from the crowd, liquid candles dripping from his feet, silently surrounding Ivan and his companions.
"We don't even need the Shichibukai to deal with you. The fact that we accepted Crocodile's request means that you, this so-called Marine Supernova, will perish here!"
"That's right, you might have some skill, but we have five ability users here. You're no match for us!" Mr. 5 smirked, his tone full of arrogance and disdain.
The strongest Mr. 1, not wanting to listen to their verbal sparring, directly ordered, "Don't waste time talking to him, just kill him and eliminate him forever."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Mr. 1 charged forward, his arms and legs transforming into sharp blades as he rushed toward Ivan.
The others followed suit, Mr. 3 condensing liquid candles, trying to drown Ivan.
Mr. 5 even abandoned the idea of using boogers as bombs, instead tearing off a strand of hair and throwing it at Ivan using a special technique.
The liquid candles first engulfed Ivan and his companions, followed by the explosion of the bombs.
The explosion sent up a cloud of smoke, and Mr. 1 and other close-combat skilled agents rushed into the smoke.
Watching the occasional splashes of blood in the smoke, Mr. 5 impatiently picked his nose.
"The Navy's Supernova is nothing special. I could take him down by myself. It's not worth wasting all our time now."
Mr. 3 nodded in agreement, "Crocodile is too cautious. It seems the so-called Shichibukai are nothing special!"
But just as Mr. 3 finished speaking, a soft murmur rang out from the smoke:
"One Sword Style: Finger Blade: Shura!"
Boom!
A piercing sound suddenly rang out, and a huge Flying Slash burst out from the smoke, piercing through a vulnerable body and splitting it in two, before continuing forward.
Mr. 3 felt a deafening roar in his ears, and his body was covered by some kind of warm liquid.
He stiffly turned his head and was shocked to find that Mr. 5, who had been perfectly fine just moments before, was now cut in half by the slash!
"Aaaaaah!" he screamed, a piercing, obscene scream. "What is this?!"
Then, the dust settled, and a person approached him with light steps.
A soul-deep fear gripped Mr. 3. He turned his head stiffly and was shocked to find a demon that made him tremble slowly walking towards him!
PS: Baroque Works Agents