Chapter 291: Two Million Value, the Foundation of the Pirate World

New World, Torrance Township.

It would be more appropriate to call it a ruin rather than a town.

The moss-covered harbor crumbles at the slightest touch, and the buildings in the town center are overrun with wild growth.

This place has been abandoned for a very long time, and few people have set foot here over the years.

"Da da da……"

A scarlet umbrella tapped the ground like a cane, and an old man in a tuxedo walked into the deserted town.

"Cough, cough, cough!"

His weak body and white hair made Redfield look a little embarrassed at the moment.

"Boss, why are we here?"

Redfield raised his head slightly and looked into the depths of the town.

"After I came out of that place, I found that the world had changed. At the same time, I no longer had the physical strength I had in the past..."

"Padong, in this world, only strength is above all else. As long as we can obtain that fruit and restore our youthful physique, everything will have a foundation for success."

fruit?

At this time, a young man wearing a hat appeared behind them.

Redfield glanced at him and said, "In my time, the historical texts were absolutely forbidden to be studied by the World Government. Even I couldn't find anyone who could decipher the historical texts."

"But now... I heard that after that huge war, the Revolutionary Army has been fighting against the World Government on this ocean. Things that were once hard to find are now easily available."

At this point, Redfield clenched his cane and said, "But these scholars are really tough, Padong. If it weren't for your ability... even if you killed them, you wouldn't be able to find the method to decipher the historical text."

As soon as the words fell, the man and the raccoon cat went deep into the town, followed by a young man wearing a hat.

……

At the same time, the Revolutionary Army is located on Baklas Island, the base of the New World First Division.

Kaido, who reappeared in the form of Impure World Reincarnation, was drinking wine, smacking his lips but could not taste anything.

"What did the headquarters say?"

Ah Hu at the side replied: "The headquarters means... BiGMOM will not accept your suggestion, Army Commander. If the Army Commander wants to go, he can only go alone."

"Also... Mr. said that if you, the army captain, are captured alive again, we will wait two months before rescuing you. Also, Jin will be in charge of the affairs of the First Division."

Jin, who was present, glanced at Kaido and said, "BiGMOM is different from us. Once that old woman gets mad, she can even kill her own children. Although you were like that a few years ago, you didn't recognize your relatives after drinking, but at least you can't get drunk now, right?"

Uh……

Kaido, who was already bland in tone, stood up with his eyes wide open, but Jin showed no intention of giving in.

"Who knows, you might actually become the army commander. When the time comes, come back and be my deputy army commander. I'll keep a position for you."

Yamato, who was also present, couldn't take it anymore and pointed the thorn iron rod at Jin: "Don't even think about it. I will definitely be one of the main forces in the next war. Then I will be the captain of the first team!"

Kaido glanced at his daughter and said, "You? You're still far from it."

After saying that, Kaido sighed, thought for a moment, picked up the weapon next to him, and then walked outside.

"Eh? Commander, are you really going?"

Ah Hu looked surprised.

Kaido waved his hand and said, "Although that old witch is prone to tantrums, she was kind to me when we were in the Rocks Pirates. Even though we were pirates back then, we still have to be grateful to each other."

"Before, I couldn't tell her because my identity needed to be kept secret. But now that it's out in the open, I'm going to make this trip anyway."

"Otherwise... I'm afraid I won't be able to do it when the time comes."

As soon as he finished speaking, Kaido had already walked out of the meeting room.

However, not long after Kaido left, a situation came from the First Division's Communications Department.

In a town located in the liberated area in the direction of the New World at the foot of Upside Down Mountain, the scholar in charge of the school there was found dead at home.

A joint investigation by town officials and the navy confirmed that the scholar had been tortured before his death.

But even though he was tortured to death, the sacrificed scholar left clues behind.

The other party’s purpose: historical text.

Acting Army Commander Jin read the report with a frown. The Navy has already begun collecting clues, but this process will take some time.

Public security management is the responsibility of the Navy. All branches in the New World have been notified to pay attention to new faces coming to the island in the near future and keep files.

Also, because the promotion of scholars and basic education is a policy set by the revolutionary army, although only one person died in this incident, it concerns the promotion of scholars and basic education, so it was eventually submitted to Berkras Island.

"The World Government and their navy would not want to study the historical texts. The only ones who would do such a thing are pirates."

Jin said this with a serious look in his eyes, and at the same time dialed the communicator that connected the first team with the headquarters.

After explaining the incident, Ahu and Yamato on the side were still surprised.

In the waters of the New World, as long as the navy and the revolutionary army join forces, even if the other party escapes to the waters of the kingdom, they will only be killed.

Notify headquarters...it's a bit too much.

However, Jhin's next words made the two of them understand why Mr. chose Jhin instead of them as the acting captain.

"That's the specific situation, but I'm more concerned about why the other party's goal is historical text."

Jin said to Dorag on the other end of the communicator in a deep voice: "After the Battle of Marinford, the World Government's weapons that can destroy an island with one strike were revealed to the world. Although the New Era has always deliberately avoided this aspect, those ambitious guys will definitely find out."

"The stone tablets of the historical text are scattered all over the world. The existence of the ancient weapon Pluto is recorded in many documents. The actions of the former Shichibukai Crocodile in Alabasta prove this."

“In this case, it would be dangerous if an action against O’Hara scholars were launched on this sea.”

Dorag, who was on the other end of the communicator, frowned, thinking about the same question.

"So what do you mean?"

Jhin: "Shock! No matter who the culprit is, we must investigate the scholar's death and bring him to justice as quickly as possible."

"It would be best if the force we dispatched could crush the other side. This would tell all the ambitious people that the Revolutionary Army values ​​scholars and is determined to take revenge on them."

Dragon: "I understand. I will ask the intelligence department to cooperate with this incident. Once there is a result, the First Squadron and the Navy can be dispatched together."

……

The communicator was hung up. Ah Hu, who had been watching this scene, was a little shocked: "I think whether the commander comes back or not, you can be promoted to a regular employee..."

As he said this, he patted Yamato's shoulder beside him and said, "How is it? Have you given up your previous idea?"

Yamato was also a little confused, but he still held his head high and said, "How can I give up? At worst, I can just let Uncle Jin be my advisor! If the old man can't come back this time, I'll have a chance."

Jhin looked at the child he had watched grow up.

There is no doubt about her physique and talent, but she seems to have inherited her brains from her father. She will never use her brain if she can solve the problem with an iron rod.

"We are waiting for the results of the investigation by the Navy and the headquarters. We will also start recording the situation in the Wan Guo Sea from today. If the enemy enters there, we may be able to rescue the commander."

……

Three days later, New Marinford.

Sengoku stood up with a document in his hand, and looked at Garp who had just escorted the Bandit King back from the East China Sea.

"what happened again?"

Garp was eating a senbei in his hand. "Isn't it possible that another king has appeared? And there are fifty-six great pirates. I have been in Windmill Village for so many years and I didn't even know such a guy existed."

Sengoku pressed the document on the table. "I knew something was going to happen when there was a problem with the Impel Down City. Sure enough, this guy was also released. He is born with the Observation Haki that can see through people's hearts. There is no weakling with such a talent."

Garp glanced at the document and the senbei in his hand suddenly lost its flavor.

"The thing that was reported to the Revolutionary Army three days ago? This guy actually has his eye on the historical text? What does he want to do?"

Zhan Guo said in a deep voice: "I have had a conversation with the Revolutionary Army Headquarters before. The battle of Marinford showed the power of ancient weapons to the world, and also to many ambitious people."

“Although I don’t know why he wants to translate the historical text, if he is safe outside, this will send a signal to the sea.”

Garp frowned and understood.

Just like how the Revolutionary Army informed the world of the immortality of the Five Elders, even now, there are still climbers on the red earth continent under Mary Geoise.

There were more such frogs in the well before the Battle of Marinford. It was only after the Battle of Marinford, when people witnessed the horror of the world's top combat power, that there were fewer such idiots.

In fact, this situation is somewhat disappointing for the new navy. After all, if those new pirates climb up to seek death, it can reduce their workload.

"This time, you will be required to go. In addition to Borsalino who is guarding the entrance to Upside Down Mountain, Kuzan will also go with you."

Sengoku continued, "In the New World, the Navy and the Revolutionary Army's First Division have already begun searching for Redfield. The Revolutionary Army means that they must shock everyone with a crushing situation."

"Basic education is currently being implemented in various islands and towns. Scholars are scattered all over the place, and the protection force is not enough. Only by deterring everyone can we prevent the continued sacrifice of scholars."

Cap stood up and walked out: "I understand. I'll go find that kid Borsalino, and then we'll go to Berklas Island together."

Basic education is related to the future moral bottom line of the people of the world. After people’s minds are awakened, the bottom line of the three moral values ​​is of paramount importance.

Even Karp, who has always been erratic, understands the importance of education.

……

East China Sea, Shuangyue Village, Shuangyue Dojo.

Kevin was chatting with Koshiro while Kuina sat beside them boiling water and making tea.

"Sir, you actually have time to come here now. This is something I never expected."

Kevin smiled and said, "At this stage, the Revolutionary Army needs stable development, not reckless action. The new navy has just begun to transform into true justice, and the public security issues of islands and towns in various countries also require them to slowly find their way."

"In this world where supernatural powers exist, some things cannot be copied. The laws initially formed by representatives of various classes also need time to be initially perfected."

Although Koshiro didn't understand the meaning of copying, he still asked, "Sir, you won't participate?"

Kevin shook his head slightly: "I am not a god. So I can only set a basic reference, but it is impossible for me to come up with something perfect. In fact, compared to those scholars in O'Hara, I am not as smart as them."

Koshiro: "Sir, you are too modest." Kuina was quietly making tea beside him.

Kevin looked at the green algae head who was chopping outside, and then looked at the girl next to him: "Guina is thirteen years old, right? Do you still want to become the world's number one swordsman?"

Kuina paused, then looked up and said, "My father promised me that I can go to sea when I turn seventeen. But... I'm still considering what identity I should use to go to sea."

As the daughter of an angel investor in the Revolutionary Army, it was impossible for her to become a pirate.

As for the adventure team, she felt that adventure was not what she wanted, and she did not have the ability to form her own adventure team.

Pirate Hunter...

In my father's words, if the Revolutionary Army can truly change the world in a few years, pirates may no longer exist.

Upon hearing this, Kevin reached out and took out a wooden box, then pushed it to Koshiro on the coffee table.

"what is this?"

"One of the passes to pass the Upside Down Mountain. If you don't like the shape, you can make your own, but you have to report to the navy and use the name of Shimotsuki Dojo."

Pass?
Koshiro was stunned.

What do you want to do with this thing? Even if it's to open a backdoor for your daughter, even if you bring one Zoro, there will only be two, right? As for putting it in a box?

Kevin took a sip of tea and said, "Humanity's dreams will never end, and the only place where dreams can be realized is in this vast ocean."

"In this world... only domineering spirit is above everything else. The awakening of domineering spirit lies in the firmness of one's will, and its enhancement lies in the confrontation with powerful people one by one."

"The Revolutionary Army hopes that this world will be a better place, but that doesn't mean that everyone should give up the pursuit of their dreams."

At this point, Kevin looked at Kuina and said, "Becoming the world's greatest swordsman, the world's best chef, a promise to travel around the world, drawing the most perfect navigation chart, or being a brave sea warrior... These dreams will never end and should not be stopped."

“Enlightening the people and awakening their minds is to give everyone the foundation to choose their own dreams.”

"Ordinary people who make up the majority of this world can live a quiet life, and adventurous groups who are determined to pursue their dreams can go out to sea, whether to pursue the history of the past or to gain strength through adventure."

"There has never been a perfect system. I know very well that perhaps one day the evil dragon who claims to be a god will appear again. But at that time, people with a moral bottom line will surely be the majority, and warriors with the power to slay dragons will surely emerge in large numbers."

Koshiro was stunned for a moment, then his eyes turned to the wooden box in his hand.

Whetstone?
If pirates disappeared and everyone lived and worked in peace, there would be very few disputes on the sea.

A calm voyage cannot produce a strong person, so is this a whetstone for you to become a newcomer?
"Sir, you really think highly of me..."

Kevin smiled and said, "But I don't have to defeat you to get the pass badge. If that were the case, no newcomer in the East China Sea would be able to do that."

Koshiro: "Then...?"

Kevin: "It's up to you whether to give it or not. Perseverance, determination to your dream, having a bottom line, a good sword, good fruit ability, good marksmanship... these reasons are all OK."

"So don't be nervous, Kuina. You can ask Koshiro to help you out when the time comes. After all, he is your father..."

These words made Kuina's tense body relax.

After all, no one knows better than her how strong her father is, even though he usually wears glasses and has a smiling face and looks relaxed.

But whether it's the iron-cutting or the flying slash, or... the black sword.

My own father...can do it.

"Sir, you are joking. Under such a responsibility, I will not let her off even if she is Kuina."

Koshiro's words made Kuina nervous again.

However, Zoro, who had just been eavesdropping, sheathed his sword and rushed over to face Koshiro: "I will definitely defeat you, then go out to sea and become the world's greatest swordsman!"

The green algae-headed man looked at Kevin again and said, "And you, sir, I will not show mercy when the time comes!"

Kevin drank his tea without even looking at him: "Okay, okay... the world's number one swordsman who can't tell east from west when he goes out."

This made Zoro's face turn red.

"That's because Kuina said the wrong thing..."

Before he could finish his words, he felt a chill on his neck.

When he looked up again, he saw Guina's eyes were like a devil, staring straight at his neck.

"Humph! Anyway, I will definitely go to sea, definitely!"

With that, Zoro ran away. When he reached the gate of the yard, he didn't dare to go out. After thinking about it, he decided to practice in the yard.

Without Guina accompanying him, he was afraid that once he went out, he would have to spend the night in the woods again, waiting for Guina to come find him.

……

After leaving Frost Moon Village, Kevin entered the prison space at the Sky Island Headquarters.

After the great war half a year ago, the black flames turned the Five Elder Stars into ashes, and he was sure that Im in the flower room must have suffered serious injuries as well.

In the first half of the Grand Line, that was the first time that real damage was done to the Five Elder Stars, the Holy Soul of Satan was damaged, and a wisp of mist brought himself a value of 100,000.

In the Battle of Marinford, all the Five Elders were burned to ashes.

From the prison perspective, they had the exact same numbers as Im, which decreased by 1.23 million after turning into ashes.

In addition, after more than half a year of accumulation, the value of prison space currently totals 2.13 million.

A diamond-level treasure chest can open two, but...

Kevin sat cross-legged on the platform, looking at the value of more than 2.13 million.

The other world originates from human fantasy. The desire to become this or that leads to the diversity of species evolution.

The formation of devil fruits stems from the desire of life to evolve, so that the will can be materialized.

Fantasy beasts, animals, elements, super powers in a fantasy world...

These things all materialize because of people's desires.

So... whether it's domineering, devil fruit, or the swordsmanship of a swordsman, its root is human will.

And these...are so similar to this prison.

Whatever you think in your heart can guide the ability items that appear in the treasure chest. The black flame burns the soul, and the wishes of all living beings brought by the tortured person are manifested in digitized form.

……

The Dragon Ball world, the Adventure world, the Naruto world, the Bleach world, and this One Piece world...

Aren’t these the different-dimensional worlds that I imagined?

The cloud that ate the Flying Fruit, the stone that ate the Floating Fruit, and the sword that ate the mythical beast Sun God...

In comparison, enhancing one's physical fitness and mental will seems much simpler.

……

In fact, even if he used the power of Chiyang's 15 million-degree explosive flame or the black flame, it would not harm his lifespan.

What is actually undermining the foundation is the authority of the Sun God.

At the last moment of the battle of Marinford, the silhouette of Saint General Mars descended, intending to turn that sea area into a disaster area.

Tsunamis, earthquakes, sea water forming tides, and the earth's crust being directly torn apart, no one can survive in such a situation.

Even if it is elementalized, it will sink directly to the bottom of the sea and be crushed by the surging currents and pressure.

At that time, he used the power of the Sun God and truly made Im feel fear.

Even if all the Five Elder Stars were destroyed and their souls were damaged, their bodies would inevitably be harmed, but he did not choose to fight to the death.

The outlines of six planets were reflected in the sky above the Marinford Sea, but people did not know that it was a confrontation named after God.

Once Yim made up his mind that day...

Im would be seriously injured and he himself would die.

"call……"

After exhaling, Kevin felt a little irritated.

A value of more than two million could not materialize anything that could extend life. Even if he recalled a fairy tale novel, it would not have any effect at all.

In the world of One Piece, there has always been something called immortality.

Millennium Dragon, Pure Gold, and the Operation Fruit...

But the legend of the thousand-year-old dragon itself is false. The function of pure gold is not to bring immortality, but to stabilize one's own growth state and freeze life at the moment of wearing pure gold.

Under this principle, the freezing of pure gold is unstoppable.

If it is consumed, it can be used, but if it is frozen and cannot be absorbed, it cannot be used.

And the fruit of surgery...

Just like the conversation with Roger at Twin Gorges, some things cannot be taken back once they are taken.

To this day, Kevin has not forgotten the fundamental reason why he wants to change the world.

It’s not about becoming a God, but about making the world free of God.

……

On the platform, Kevin stood up.

He did not use the value of two million, but disappeared in the prison space.

The Revolutionary Army goes from secret to light, and the World Government launches a global conscription to recruit its loyal subordinates again.

Both sides are preparing. The World Government wants to eliminate the lights at the lowest cost, while the Revolutionary Army is waiting for the time to come.

At the same time, liberated areas also need time to develop.

……

(End of this chapter)