Inside the extortionist bar,

After Xia Qi agreed to Luo Tian's request, she gracefully bent down and reached under the bar to retrieve an exquisite box. Inside, nestled quietly, lay a recording pointer shimmering with a mysterious light.

Xia Qi carefully picked up the recording pointer, handed it to Luo Tian, ​​and said softly:

"Here's the log pointer you need. Take it. As for the ship, just head straight to the port, and I'll arrange for someone to sail it to the designated location and wait for you."

Luo Tian happily accepted the recording pointer, his eyes filled with gratitude.

He stood up, bowed deeply to Xia Qi, and sincerely thanked her:

"Thank you so much, Sister Xiaqi, for your help. I will always remember this kindness. I always repay kindness. You have helped me so much today. If you ever need my help in the future, please don't hesitate to ask, and I will do my best to help you!"

Xia Qi smiled slightly, her beautiful eyes fixed on Luo Tian, ​​and softly replied:

"Okay, then I'll be looking forward to it. I hope you won't disappoint me."

After saying that, she waved her hand gently, indicating that Luo Tian could set off.

Luo Tian thanked Xia Qi again, then turned and strode towards the port, his figure gradually disappearing into the bustling crowd.

Xia Qi remained behind the bar, a faint smile on her lips, watching Luo Tian leave, secretly hoping to see this promising young man again.

At the harbor of Island No. 13, a gentle sea breeze caressed the shore, and waves rhythmically lapped against the rock.

Luo Tian finally arrived here, and his gaze was immediately drawn to a small boat quietly moored at the harbor.

The small boat had clearly undergone special treatment—it was coated with a thin film that shimmered with a mysterious light in the sunlight.

Beside the small boat stood a tall, silver-haired man.

He wore a snow-white cloak that fluttered gently in the wind, as if he had blended into the surrounding scenery.

This middle-aged man had a thick, neatly trimmed beard; a pair of elegant glasses perched on his nose, behind which were deep and wise eyes.

At this moment, he was smiling and waving to Luo Tian.

Luo Tian strode forward, and when he saw the man's face clearly, he was overjoyed. It was none other than the famous Rayleigh! Luo Tian's face showed respect as he spoke:

"Thank you for waiting here, Uncle Rayleigh."

Rayleigh laughed heartily, his voice booming like a bell:

"Haha, I already know everything about you from Xia Qi. Young people these days are really amazing, much better than we were back then!"

After saying that, he stretched out a broad palm and gently patted Luo Tian's shoulder, his eyes full of appreciation.

Then, Rayleigh raised his hand, pointed to the coated boat, and continued, "The coating is done. My old bones' skills aren't bad, are they? Go on, young man, have a safe journey!"

Luo Tian thanked Rayleigh again and then boarded a boat to head to Fishman Island.

the other side,

Immediately after the battle between Luo Tian and Aokiji ended, Aokiji reported the situation to Sengoku.

Naval Headquarters, Marshal's Office

Garp sat leisurely in his chair, chewing on a crisp and delicious rice cracker, but his eyes were fixed on Sengoku, who was furious across from him.

Sengoku was furious, his face flushed red, veins bulging on his forehead, as he roared at Garp:

"Look at the good disciple you've raised! First he beat up a Celestial Dragon, and now he's even defected from the Navy! The Five Elders have already ordered me to issue a bounty on him. I'm really at my wit's end!"

Upon hearing this, Garp showed no remorse whatsoever. Instead, he threw his head back and burst into laughter, the sound of which made the entire room buzz.

After laughing, he wiped the crumbs from the corner of his mouth and said nonchalantly:

"Well done! I've long been fed up with those Celestial Dragons' arrogant and domineering attitude. They deserve a good beating!"

Then, a hint of regret appeared on Garp's face, and he sighed softly, "It's just a pity about this kid, choosing not to come back. Sigh, it's so rare to find such a promising talent..."

At this point, the Warring States period could no longer bear to listen. He impatiently waved his hand, summoned someone, and gave the following instructions:

"Immediately create a bounty poster for Luo Tian, ​​with a reward of 3 million Berries!"

Upon hearing this, Garp glanced sideways at Sengoku, a slight smirk playing on his lips, and said with a hint of smugness:

"This reward is more worthy of my disciple!"

Upon hearing this, Sengoku flew into a rage. He snatched the senbei from Garp's hand, took a vicious bite, and muttered irritably as he chewed:

"You still have the mind to eat senbei here! Go and hunt down your disciple!"

Garp pulled out a new bag of senbei from somewhere and said while eating it:

“I’m not going. You can arrange for whoever you want to go. I’m going back to Donghai to be with my grandson.”

After saying that, Garp slowly left with slightly heavy steps.

Sengoku stood quietly in place, his gaze fixed on Garp's receding, somewhat forlorn figure, and a deep sense of helplessness welled up in his heart.

Recalling Garp's immense contributions to the Navy throughout his life, as well as his straightforward and generous personality and unparalleled strength, Sengoku couldn't help but sigh softly.

What he regretted even more was that after Luo Tian was taken in as a disciple by Garp, Garp always treated him like his own son.

But now, just like his own son, he has chosen to leave the Navy, which has undoubtedly dealt a huge blow and caused Garp great pain.

However, Garp always held fast to his beliefs and responsibilities, silently enduring all of this.

This resilience and sense of responsibility both impressed and saddened the Warring States period.

Watching Garp's retreating figure, Sengoku slowly put down his teacup, then reached for the Den Den Mushi on the table again.

Just as he was about to dial the number and dispatch people to hunt down Luo Tian, ​​the office door was gently pushed open, and Aokiji's tall figure appeared in the doorway.

Aokiji, his face grim and his eyes resolute, looked at Sengoku and volunteered:

"Marshal, let me go!"

However, Sengoku shook his head slightly, gesturing for Aokiji to sit down and rest, and said:

"Kuzan, you've just returned from an important mission, you should get some rest first."

However, Aokiji did not heed Sengoku's advice. Instead, he stepped forward and earnestly said:

"Marshal, please trust my abilities. I am confident that I can complete this mission."

Despite Aokiji's persistence, Sengoku remained unmoved. He gently patted Aokiji's shoulder and said earnestly, "Don't worry, I have my own plans for this."

Just then, Gion entered the room with light steps. Sengoku smiled slightly upon seeing Gion and then said to her:

"Gion, you've come at the right time. I'm thinking of sending you to pursue Luo Tian."

Upon hearing the order, Gion was taken aback at first, then looked at the sword at her waist—Konpira—and seemed to be deep in thought. She then nodded, indicating that she was willing to accept the mission.

Within the naval forces, Luo Tian and Gion share a close relationship.

On several occasions, when Kake tried to confess his feelings to Gion, it was Rakuten who cleverly helped Gion to dissuade him.

Moreover, the Kinbira sword that Gion possesses is also intricately connected to Luo Tian.

Therefore, Gion did indeed have some things she wanted to ask Luo Tian in person.

Therefore, when she received the mission to pursue Luo Tian, ​​Gion agreed without hesitation.

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