One Piece: Fist of the World.

Chapter 152 Garp and Smoker
"This is Alabasta!"

On the Polar, looking at the island in front of him, Rhodes' voice was filled with a hint of amazement.

What is before us should perhaps no longer be called an island.

It's like a continent!
"Alabasta is a well-known big country in the Grand Line, and even more so a well-known strong country. The kingdom has a permanent population of over 10 million and a standing army of 600,000. It is a well-deserved superpower in the first half of the Grand Line!"

Robin stood beside Rhodes and provided him with relevant information.

Before entering the Grand Line, Robin learned some things about Alabasta, a country with a very long history, and she had originally planned to visit this country.

"Amazing!!"

Pei Jin and Xia Qi next to them also exclaimed.

I didn’t expect that there is such a big country in the Grand Route.

The few islands they had passed before were just small towns.

In fact, this is the norm in the world of pirates. On this planet, the ocean occupies most of the area, and the land is divided into small islands. Especially in the Grand Line, due to the chaotic magnetic field and weather, it is difficult for a great country to be born, and towns can only be developed on islands.

There are only a handful of countries in the world that have a vast territory and a population of tens of millions like Alabasta.

"Then, land!"

Rhodes pointed to the city that was already visible ahead.

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Alabasta Port City [Rapeseed Flowers]

"Are we not going to do anything, Vice Admiral Garp?"

Smoker had two cigars in his mouth, and the smoke covered his entire face.

"Hahahaha, aren't we eating?"

Cap put the piece of meat on the plate into his mouth.

"tasty!!"

Smoker looked at Garp who was eating and drinking heartily and let out a long sigh.

So, why should he follow Garp Chuu here?

He was originally ready to go to the East China Sea, but suddenly he received an order from the Navy Headquarters to follow Vice Admiral Garp to Alabasta and be prepared.

But the order did not mention what to be on guard against. He only knew that since he came to Alabasta, he had been eating and drinking with Kapuhu all day long.

"Don't think so much, kid!"

Garp patted Smoker on the shoulder and handed him a portion of food.

"If you want to be an excellent marine, being able to eat is the most basic requirement. Eat well!"

Smoker picked up the food in his hand and took a few casual bites, then put down the plate and glanced at the street outside.

He is now full of justice and just wants to see a few lawless elements come and vent his anger.

"That is?"

Smoker's wandering eyes suddenly stopped and looked at a group of people walking on the street outside.

"Baquan Rod?"

The leader had a pair of sharp green eyes, red hair fluttering in the wind, and a black and purple long sword on his waist.

Behind him, there were a dozen or so people who looked very capable at first glance.

Smoker recognized their identities at a glance.

It was Nott Rod, who had just joined the Seven Warlords of the Sea some time ago, and his subordinates.

"Oh?"

Noticing the prying gaze from afar, Rhodes looked in the direction of the gaze, and a hint of surprise suddenly flashed in his eyes.

"Smoker, and Garp!"

Smoker is fine, but anyone in the group now is probably stronger than him.

But the old man who was eating and drinking like crazy sitting next to Smoker made Rhodes feel oppressed.

"What a coincidence, I actually met you two here."

Without avoiding Smoker and Garp, Rhodes walked straight up to them and greeted them.

"Haha, he actually came up to say hello when he saw us. What a cool kid!"

Cap swallowed the food in his mouth and looked at Rhodes.

As early as half a year ago, he came to Alabasta to capture Rod.

However, he did not wait for Rhodes, but received a call from Zhan Guo instead.

The other party actually became one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. We should not capture him anymore.

"It's true that you are a marine hero who represents 'justice', but I'm also a Shichibukai, and I'm a ally of justice!"

Rhodes sat next to Garp without any hesitation and asked the shopkeeper to serve him a meal. The other members of Rhodes' pirate group also came in one after another and sat around Rhodes.

"Partners of justice?"

Hearing Rhodes brazenly calling himself a partner of justice, Smoker's face turned cold and the cigar in his mouth was almost bitten off.

He is just a mere pirate, yet he dares to call himself "Justice".

"The Navy represents justice, right? The Shichibukai are on the same front with the Navy. They can barely be called partners, right?"

Rhodes picked up the ice beer brought by the store and took a big gulp. He felt the coolness that penetrated his heart and felt a lot more relaxed.

"Well, as one of the Shichibukai, I am of course a ally of justice!"

"Hahahaha, you're really funny, little brat."

Unlike Smoker who harbored deep hostility towards Rhodes, Garp was quite open-minded. After hearing Rhodes' words, he did not show any anger. Instead, he laughed and patted Rhodes on the shoulder.

"Well, as a partner of justice, would you mind taking us two navy men wearing the banner of Justice to travel around this country together?"

"I reject!"

Rhode rejected Garp's proposal outright. He came here to cause trouble for Crocodile, so how could he let the navy follow him all the time?

The World Government recruited these Seven Warlords of the Sea in order to curb the development of pirate forces, not to let them kill each other.

The fact that he defeated Gekko Moriah before must have annoyed the World Government. No matter how you think about it, they will not sit idly by and watch Rod defeat another Shichibukai.

"Don't be so decisive."

Garp took a plate of senbei and ate them with a "crunch crunch" sound.

"After all, I was tasked with keeping an eye on your every move, so you might as well just let me follow you."

"Lieutenant General Garp!"

Smoker screamed, sweat dripping down his forehead.

Paying attention to every move of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, I never thought that they were responsible for such an important mission!
It seems that the top brass of the World Government and the Navy are not hopelessly stupid. They know that these Seven Warlords of the Sea are still pirates after all, and it is impossible for them to be completely trusting in them.

But why should such a confidential mission be announced directly to the other party?

"Hahaha, don't be so startled, Smoker!"

Garp stuffed two senbei into Smoker's hands.

"The senbei here tastes really good, you should try it too."

Seeing that Smoker just held the senbei stiffly without any other reaction, Garp shook his head in boredom.

"You don't think that we can keep hiding our whereabouts and keep an eye on them, right? It's better to make things clear from the beginning."

After saying that, Cap stared at Rhodes.

"So, what's your answer? Do you want us to follow along?"

"You are really wise but foolish, old man!"

Rhodes glanced at Smoker, then stared at Cap.

If they didn't reveal their intentions and just kept paying attention to him secretly, Rhode would have many ways to get rid of their attention.

However, now that the other party had made a direct request, it was difficult for Rhode to refuse.

After all, it's not just the navy that's unwilling to engage in direct conflict.

Rhode didn't want to come into direct conflict with the navy right now, as they still needed some time to develop.

"Then you can come with us."

Since the navy heroes are going to tag along, the previous plan needs to be modified.

"Can you tell me your purpose?"

After achieving his goal, Garp continued to eat senbei while trying to find out Rhodes' true intentions.

"I'm here to find Crocodile!"

Rhodes's mind was spinning rapidly.

Since the navy hero and the righteous Smoker want to join them, they can directly adopt another plan.

"I heard some rumors that this guy has been entrenched in Alabasta for more than ten years, and he is actually planning something big!"

Putting the various pieces of information together in his mind, Rhodes quickly made up a complete story.

Leaning forward slightly, Rhodes spoke to Garp and Smoker in a mysterious tone.

"Doflamingo, with the help of the title of Shichibukai, successfully usurped the throne in the New World and became the king of Dressrosa. Crocodile found inspiration from Doflamingo and is actively planning to usurp the throne!"

"As a righteous partner, I cannot sit idly by and watch this happen. I will expose Crocodile's conspiracy!"

"Usurping the country!?"

Smoker didn't pay attention to what Rhodes said about "partners of justice". His attention was all attracted by what Rhodes said about "usurpation of the country".

He never thought that he would be involved in such a thing.

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"The Donquixote family that Doflamingo belongs to was the royal family of Dressrosa in the past, right? His being the king of Dressrosa can't be considered usurping the throne, right?"

"You know a lot."

Rhodes glanced at Smoker in surprise.

"I am a captain of the Navy Headquarters after all!"

"Yes, Colonel."

Rhodes nodded perfunctorily.

This guy!
Smoker's forehead twitched slightly.

"So, Crocodile also has plans to usurp the country, and you are here to stop him?"

Garp didn't pay attention to Smoker, but looked at Rhodes and asked.

"Of course!"

Rhodes' face was full of justice.

"Hmph! Pirates are a bunch of guys who won't do anything without profit. Just tell me your real reason."

Garp had a look of insight.

"Ok."

Rhodes nodded.

"The Baroque Works is an organization secretly founded by Crocodile. They picked a fight with me when we were in the North Sea. I have to teach them a lesson so that they can come to their senses!"

Cap looked at Rhodes, waiting for his next words.

"Besides, I heard that the casino business this guy runs in Rainland is very good. I'm afraid he has saved a lot of money."

Speaking of this, Rhodes' eyes lit up.

(End of this chapter)