One Piece: Fist of the World.

Chapter 174 Leaving, Seven Water City

Three days after Enelu's death.

In the ruins of the original golden city, Shandora.

With the cleaning of the Sky Islanders and the Shandians, Shandora, which had been abandoned for hundreds of years, saw the light of day again. Although all the gold on it was plundered by Eneel and it was no longer as glittering as recorded, the quaint buildings still made the Shandians excited.

the most important is.

The Shandians looked towards the golden bell placed in the middle of the city.

The light of the golden bell is still shining on Shandora!
The sound of the Golden Bell is still echoing in Chandora!

In front of the golden bell, the Shandians and Sky Islanders stood on both sides. Witnessed by Rhodes, both sides clasped their hands and announced that the war that had lasted for hundreds of years was over.

After the ceremony, there was a banquet and the bonfire burned all day and night. In this lively atmosphere, there was finally some integration between the Shandians and the Sky Islanders.

However, hundreds of years of hatred cannot be put aside in a short period of time, nor can it be eliminated by a banquet.

However, Rhodes was not too worried about this matter. With Nerlu and Robin around, he didn't need to worry about this matter.

What he cared about more was something else.

“Please let me join!”

Weber stood in front of Rhodes, his eyes full of determination.

After hearing the golden bell being struck again, Weber had no regrets.

I believe that even our ancestors in heaven could hear the sound of the golden bell.

For him who was born on Sky Island, Sky Island is his hometown.

However, after meeting the people from Qinghai, Weber began to feel a bit of longing and fear for the vast ocean below.

He is the war ghost Webber, the descendant of the great warrior Calgara, and the one who will continue the light of Shandora.

Enelu, who had always been like a dark cloud hanging over their heads, was easily defeated by Rhodes and his gang from Qinghai.

Who can guarantee that someone won't show up from somewhere else and destroy the hard-earned peace and Shandora?
Although it has been said before that the Lodo Pirates will protect Sky Island, as a descendant of a great warrior, he still wants to protect the lights of Shandora with his own hands!

"You know, we are pirates!"

Rhodes looked at Webber.

"He is also the benefactor who saved the Shandian people!"

Weber looked at Rhodes. Whether he solved the problem of Enelu, who was a burden on everyone, or resolved the war between the Shandians and the Sky Islanders, the man in front of him could be regarded as their benefactor.

"You are very good!"

Rhodes patted Webber on the shoulder.

"Then come sail with us!"

"Okay, Captain!"

···
On the other side, Kosa ate the [Menmen Fruit].

In the previous battle with the divine soldiers under Enel, Kosha's performance was remarkable. After sailing for this period of time, even his physical fitness has greatly improved. After the battle, Rhodes gave the [Door-Door Fruit] he had collected before to Kosha.

"Portal?"

Kosha looked at Rhodes in astonishment.

"Yes, can we leave a portal on Sky Island so that it can be directly connected to our Polaris?"

Rhodes looked at Kosa with anticipation.

"this···"

Sweat dripped down Kosha's forehead.

After eating the fruit, he also tried to use this power, but the most he could do was to open the connecting air gate between Arpailla and Angel Island, and this connecting door was also time-limited.

It was too difficult for him to achieve what Captain Rhodes said, to build a portal and permanently connect the two places.

"Don't worry, there's still time."

Rhodes patted Kosha's shoulder with a smile.

"You don't need to do that for now. Just keep opening the door to the Sky Island as we sail."

Kosha's face turned pale.

Sky Island is located at an altitude of 10,000 meters. As long as they leave Sky Island and return to Qinghai, the distance will be at least 10,000 meters.

There is still a long way to go for his ability development.

In the next few days, Rhodes and his party stayed on the Sky Island temporarily.

Gray was still studying the blueprint of the Ark Motto found in Enel's shrine. It seemed to contain something completely different from today's power technology. The more Gray studied, the more confused he became. He wished he could drag Enel out of the underworld and ask him about the origin of the blueprint.

Pekin and Xiaqi cooperated with Robin and Bakara to familiarize themselves with the conditions in various places on the Sky Island and integrate resources and productivity.

Nair, who has mastered the power of thunder, is getting familiar with his own power as quickly as possible. Nia, Genos and Bonis have become his best sparring partners. Every day, the residents of Sky Island can hear rumbling thunder and lightning coming from distant places. This makes the residents of Sky Island, who have been under Enel's high-pressure rule for several years, frightened and they cooperate more with Robin and Bakara's work.

Bepo, Bonnie, and Big Bear followed Minina every day, and from time to time they would find some ingredients that were completely different from the Qinghai below, and then bring them back and cook them in various ways, which really made Rhodes feast on the appetite.

Instead, Brook became the publicity ambassador of the Rod Pirates. Every day, he and Conis played various songs on Angel Beach, attracting countless residents of Angel Island and Shandia people. In the atmosphere of music, the relationship between the two sides became increasingly relaxed.

"After leaving Sky Island, where is the next stop?"

Luo pulled away the chair next to Rod.

"Seven Waters, the Polaris really needs a makeover."

Rhodes glanced at the Polaris parked on the shore.

Although various materials purchased by Dr. Wolfe at great expense were used, the Polaris still encountered many problems after experiencing all kinds of strange climates on the Grand Line.

Moreover, when it was first built, not too many artillery were loaded due to consideration of the lack of manpower on board.

However, they now have two people with strong firepower in Pekin and Xiaqi on their ship. Not only that, Nelu, who has become the user of the Thunder Fruit, also has super long-range attack capabilities.

The sea area that we are about to enter is different from all the sea areas we have experienced so far, and the pirate ship must have powerful firepower.

"After Water City, it's Shampoo Land."

Luo is also very familiar with the route of the Grand Line.

Although he is not a professional navigator, Luo has received the elite education of the Don Quixote family and has learned a lot of knowledge in various aspects since childhood.

"Yes, once we get there, the first half of the Grand Line will be over."

Rhodes tilted his head slightly.

"Can't wait?"

"No."

Luo shook his head.

Although he thought about killing Doflamingo every day, he no longer took it to heart after Rod showed strength that was no less than Doflamingo's.

Killing Doflamingo is no longer his goal. It is just something that can be accomplished at any time. The only difference is time.

What he is more concerned about now is what the Rod Pirates will do next.

"The territory of the New World is limited. There should be no room for a fifth Pirate Emperor there now."

"Oh? Have you been able to see that far?"

"I can't help it. Your goal is to achieve new world hegemony. If I don't take a long-term view, how can I keep up with you?"

“So, do you have a goal?”

Luo looked at Rhodes seriously and told him the information about the four pirate emperors of the New World one by one.

"Whitebeard is known as the strongest man in the world. Although he is not very aggressive, his territory is very stable. Kaido is the exact opposite of him. He attacks everywhere and is ambitious. The Big Mom Pirates have a complex network of relationships in the New World through marriage and have a great influence. Finally, there is Red Hair Shanks, who has just become the Pirate Emperor. He has the least territory and his forces are not as good as the other three. However, the Red Hair Pirates are known as the Iron Wall Pirates, and all the cadres in the group are strong and can stand on their own."

"As for the goal, there is none yet."

Rhodes thought about the future direction of the world.

If nothing changes too much, in three years, a "Marine War" will break out that will affect the entire world, and after the war, the entire world pattern will undergo earth-shaking changes.

At the very least, without Whitebeard, the Whitebeard Pirates would not be able to maintain their position as the "Four Emperors".

But, it’s been too long!

Moreover, no one knows whether the "Top War" will happen again in the future.

"But first, we need to completely wipe out the Don Quixote family!"

Rhodes clenched his fist.

"Given the complex relationships in the new world, the enemy will pop out on their own if we take action."

"I see."

Luo lay down with his head tilted back. The recliner made of clouds on Sky Island was extremely soft, as if it wanted to wrap him up.

"There are some interests between the Donquixote Family and Kaido of Beasts. After we destroy the Donquixote Family, Kaido of Beasts will definitely show up." "In other words, our chosen target is the Beasts Pirates."

"Kaido?"

The first thing Rod thought of was Kaido's mace.

Not only that, in the country of Wano occupied by Kaido, there are a large number of samurai, and the weapons once used by those samurai seem to be all placed in a certain place.

“It doesn’t seem impossible.”

···
Time passed quietly, and with the joint efforts of Robin and Bakara, all resources on the Sky Island were integrated, and Gray's research was also completed. He walked out of the laboratory with a new design drawing.

It was time for the Polaris to set sail again.

"Lord Rhodes, are you really not going to take this gold with you? This gold should be very valuable in Qinghai below."

The Shandian elders looked at Rhodes and his companions on the boat.

"No need. As for money, we are not short of it for now. If there is a need, we will come back."

As he spoke, Rhodes patted Kosa on the shoulder.

Kosa's face turned slightly pale.

Although he has been training his fruit ability day and night during this period, until now, he is not sure whether he can open the connecting door across ten thousand meters.

"Then let's go."

"Have a nice journey, Master Brook!"

"We will continue to listen to your music every day with the sound shell, Master Brook!"

"Be sure to remember to come back and continue playing, Master Brook!"

"···"

As the Polaris left, waves of loud shouts of reluctance were heard from the coast of Angel Island.

However, all those people were talking about was Brook's name.

"Ah, I am so moved that my eyes are red, even though I don't have eyes anymore, yohohoho~~"

Brooke took out a handkerchief and wiped her tears.

"Lord Rhodes, we will send you here."

Conis nodded slightly at Rhodes.

"We can leave Sky Island from here."

"Goodbye, Sister Cornish!"

Brooke waved at Conis.

"Before we finally say goodbye, please let me..."

Boom!
Nia chopped Brooke on the head with a knife, then waved at Conis.

"Goodbye!"

The next moment, the Polaris flew out of the sky island and suddenly fell downwards under the influence of gravity.

···
a few days later

A city appeared in the sight of Rhodes and others. They had arrived at the City of Seven Waters!
"Amazing! This city looks like it was built on the sea!"

"I think I smell grilled fish!"

"Let's go to the shipyard first."

Rhodes led a group of people towards the dock.

Water Seven is a famous island in the Grand Line. It has the best shipbuilders in the world. Many world-famous ships come from here. The ships of One Piece are also built here.

It was precisely because too many pirate ships were built here that the World Government suspected it, causing the shipbuilding business in the Water Seven City to deteriorate day by day.

A few years ago, Mr. Tom's disciple Ace Bago emerged and impressed the craftsmen on the island with his superb shipbuilding skills. He integrated all the shipbuilding companies on the island and established the Carrera Company. Later, he contacted the World Government and took over a lot of shipbuilding business, bringing new life to the Seven Water City.

And in Carrera Company, the best shipyard is Dock No. 1!
"This is it!"

Gray looked at the huge dock in front of him and felt a little excited.

According to legend, the ancient weapon [Pluto] was made by shipbuilders from the Seven Water City!

After combining the new materials synthesized with his Devil Fruit ability and the inspiration gained from the Ark's Maxim, and discussing with the highly skilled shipbuilders here, what kind of power will his improved Polaris have?

Gray's heart was filled with anticipation.

···
Carrera's headquarters
"Shichibukai?"

Ace Bago put down the Den Den Mushi in his hand.

This is a call from the dock.

I just don't know whether this Shichibukai is really building a ship or has other purposes.

When it comes to people of this level, it would be better for him to come forward in person.

Espagu stood up, called his secretary, and walked towards Dock No. 1.

A moment later, Ace Bago saw the Shichibukai, Tyrant Rod.

"Leave this to me. - Mr. Rhodes, do you want to build a ship?"

Ace Bago waved his hand to let the previous receptionist leave, then looked at Rhodes.

"Let our boatman talk to you about the details. I don't understand these things either."

Rhodes greeted Iceborg and pushed Gray in front of him.

"We want to modify the original ship. This is the design I made. Is it possible?"

Gray took out the design drawing he had obtained after recent research and handed it to Acebagu.

Although he had always wanted to build a pirate ship that could rival ancient warships, his only real shipbuilding experience was the Polaris.

Even when it came to the construction of the Polaris, he only got involved halfway through.

When it comes to shipbuilding, he is indeed only a dabbler.

But the man in front of him was recognized as the best shipbuilder in the Seven Water City. If it were him, he would surely be able to make further improvements based on the original design.

“Very bold design.”

Ace Bago looked carefully at Gray's design drawings.

Even from his perspective, this is a very excellent design drawing.

only···

"To achieve the effect you designed, the requirements for materials are very high. The keel is fine, and the Baoshu Adam can also meet the requirements, but it is difficult to find materials that meet the requirements in other places."

“Don’t worry about the materials.”

A confident gleam flashed across Gray's face.

The materials were synthesized by him using his own fruit ability, and they definitely meet the requirements of use.

Hearing Gray's words, Ace Bago's heart moved.

Generally speaking, shipbuilding materials need to consider aspects such as high strength, corrosion resistance, plasticity, light weight, etc.

However, there are very few materials that can meet all these requirements at the same time. What boatmen have to do is to choose different materials in different parts to try their best to meet the use requirements of the hull.

According to Gray's design, the construction materials must perform well in all these aspects, which is almost impossible.

However, the other party was too calm. Acebag didn't believe that someone who could draw such a design would know nothing about the materials.

In other words, the other party does have this excellent material?
In that case...
"If there is no problem with the materials, we will take the business."

Ace Bago put down the design in his hand and looked at Gray seriously.

"I will lead the best shipbuilders in our company to carry out the reconstruction work on your hull."

"Great!"

Gray happily grabbed Iceborg's arm.

With the help of these shipbuilding experts, the renovation of the Polaris will surely go very smoothly.

"Then I'll leave this to you."

Rod left Gray behind and led the others out of the dock.

It will take at least a month to complete the transformation of the Polaris, which is a good time to take the sea train to visit several nearby islands.

Whether it is Santa Pobla, the City of the Queen of Spring, Pukki, the City of Gourmet Food, or San Farud, the City of Carnival, all of them are islands that enjoy a high reputation throughout the entire Grand Route.

Not to mention, the Sea Train itself is interesting enough.

(End of this chapter)