From Pirates to the Strongest Death God in Soul Society

Chapter 265 I’m still young, so it’s not a bad idea to take the old path again!

Bane originally wanted to plunder Egghead, but Dragon said that everything that could be moved away from Egghead had already been taken away by their revolutionary army.

Except for a few pacifists who stayed on the island with Dragon, there was nothing else.

After learning that there was not much profit to be made, Bane simply set the entire Egghead on fire and planned to escape.

"Your revolutionary army is going to get a lot of benefits now," Bane said to Dragon in the cabin of the warship.

Egghead is a cutting-edge scientific research base built by the world government with an investment of countless billions of dollars. The buildings on the island are the least valuable, and the scientific research equipment are the most valuable.

Now, except for a few that could not be moved, all the scientific research equipment, as well as the large amount of scientific research funds, materials and other miscellaneous items stored in Egghead by the world government have been packed up and taken away by the Revolutionary Army.

Fortunately, Bane didn't care much about this matter. He had no shortage of funds. On the contrary, he had more than he could spend. He was afraid that if he spent too much at once, it would disrupt the financial market.

As for scientific research equipment, Dr. Kinos didn't think much of it. Melview had some that he built himself, which were much better than Egghead's.

"I've been living a hard life for a long time, and now I can finally have some food to eat." Dorag waved his hand modestly.

"You don't have to pretend like this. I'm not interested in those equipment, instruments, or materials. Funding doesn't matter to me. Where is Dr. Vegapunk? Where is he?" Bane asked.

"Considering the time, maybe they have already arrived at the headquarters of our Revolutionary Army?" Dorag did not hide anything and said after thinking for a while.

Hearing this, Bane grinned and said, "Dr. Vegapunk and Dr. Kinos of Melview are close friends. I came to Egghead this time because Dr. Kinos asked me to rescue him. You sent Dr. Vegapunk away, which makes it difficult for me to explain to Dr. Kinos when I go back."

Dorag looked at Bane in silence for a moment, then said, "Dr. Vegapunk and I have been good friends for many years."

"Your revolutionary army simply can't afford to support him, right? Scientific research is very costly. Although I don't know much, I at least understand that it is a process of trial and error, and every mistake will come at a heavy price. I'm afraid your revolutionary army doesn't have the foundation to bear these costs." Bane said softly.

"I really couldn't afford it before, but it just so happens that I've become rich thanks to Egghead. I can't say anything else, but I can still take care of Dr. Vegapunk in the short term." Dragon said neither softly nor harshly.

After saying this, both of them fell silent and looked at each other without saying a word.

However, just as Bane's eyes became more and more dangerous, Dr. Vegapunk raised his hand and said, "Okay, okay, I really can't beat you. To be honest, Dr. Vegapunk also plans to go to Melview to join you. As you said, our revolutionary army really can't afford to support him. Although we have been friends for many years, that guy always despises the poor and loves the rich. When he hadn't joined the World Government yet, I invited him, but obviously failed."

Without waiting for Bane to speak, Drago continued, "However, our Revolutionary Army is very interested in the information related to the blank 100 years of history. Dr. Vegapunk is also willing to help us understand this. He went to Barudigo this time to help us sort out the information our Revolutionary Army has obtained in this regard over the years. After these things are over, I will send him to your Melview."

There is no need to worry about Dorag deceiving himself here. There is no need for that, especially when there is a high possibility that the two parties will cooperate in the future.

Therefore, the hostility and danger in Bane's eyes quickly dissipated, and a smile appeared on his face. He said, "I see. I'm relieved. As for the 100-year history, we are not interested in it. Whether it's life or work, I always believe that only by looking forward can we go further. Being constantly held back by the past is not a good thing."

Dorag didn't argue with Bane about these great principles, but said in a serious tone: "Maybe you don't pay much attention to these, but there is one thing I must tell you solemnly. According to Dr. Vegapunk's research, in the next few years, there will be a catastrophe that will sweep the entire world. It is not..."

But before Dorag could finish, Bane waved his hand and said, "If you mean that the sea level is rising and the sea will swallow everything, then we already knew about this. Otherwise, why would we set up our base in Melview?"

Dorag was stunned for a moment, then he said with some realization in his eyes: "So that's it."

But soon, he asked again: "But even so, it cannot solve this catastrophe. At most, it can only be regarded as self-protection."

"Before this kind of crisis that could destroy the world, being able to protect ourselves is already very good. We in Melview are also carrying out the 'Sky Tree' project. When you visit this time, you will be able to learn about the plan and make some contributions to dealing with this crisis. Or do you have a better plan?" Bane raised his eyebrows.

"It's not a better solution." Dorag shook his head, and then said, "It's just that the ancients had already predicted this situation, so I wondered if there would be any solution hidden in history? This is one of the reasons why I need Dr. Vegapunk to help us sort out the information. Secondly, compared to Melview, the Red Earth Continent is obviously wider. Not to mention that it can allow people all over the world to avoid this disaster, but it is also enough to carry a large population. However, the Red Earth Continent is regarded as a forbidden area by the world government. No one else is allowed to live there. In fact, the original inhabitants there were all exterminated for this reason."

"Is this why you want to hit Mary Joa?" Bane asked with a little curiosity.

"No, of course not. Or not entirely. After all, I only learned about this world-destroying disaster not long ago. Before, I was just like you, I simply couldn't stand them." Dorag shook his head.

Bane didn't say anything after hearing this. But Drago continued quickly: "As an admiral of the navy, you should know that the World Government still controls a road to heaven on Marijoa. I think that is also an effective way to deal with this crisis."

"You mean the top of the West?" Bane suddenly thought of this and asked.

"Yes, it is a route full of crises, but it can effectively reach Sky Island. The rising sea level will submerge the islands on the sea, but Sky Island is not affected by this crisis at all. Compared with the Red Earth Continent, Melview, etc., Sky Island's living space is obviously more vast. If we can capture Marijoa and seize this route, then we can maximize the rescue of ordinary people on the sea, right?" Dorag said with some excitement.

Ben could tell that he meant it from the bottom of his heart.

It is not easy to evaluate Dragon, as he has many flaws. You can say that he is stupid, as he has been involved in the revolutionary army for so many years but has not made any significant progress in the end, and no one knows what he is doing. You can also say that he is cowardly, as he did not make any effective response when his companions were transformed into war machines.

But it is undeniable that Dorag has a bright heart. Compared to himself, he regards the ordinary people on the sea as more important.

We are indeed constantly groping, exploring, and trying every possible way to find a new path that will allow the people in this world to truly become human beings.

As someone who stands on the shoulders of giants and has been baptized by the information explosion, Bane can naturally arrogantly point out the various faults and defects of Dragon and the Revolutionary Army.

But put yourself in his shoes. In such a corrupt and decadent world, in such an ocean that has been suppressed and dominated by the world government for more than 800 years, in such an environment, Dorag does not have many ideas and experiences to learn from. He has to cross the river step by step by feeling the stones. It is not easy for him to get to where he is now.

These processes undoubtedly tempered his inner self, making him more determined to move forward.

Bane felt that he had no right to preach to such a person.

It is impossible to shake Dorag's will, otherwise, wouldn't the path he has walked and the hardships he has experienced in the past few decades be like a joke?
"You're right, this is indeed a good idea." Bane agreed after thinking about it for a while.

"Many years ago, Dr. Vegapunk was researching island cloud manufacturing technologies, and they are now mature. So even if there is not enough living space on Sky Island, as long as we hurry up, we can create more suitable environments. So in my opinion, attacking the World Government and destroying Marijoa is something that should not be delayed, the sooner the better. This is one of the reasons why our Revolutionary Army declared war at this year's World Conference even though it does not have the strength to overthrow the World Government head-on. I originally thought that this road was destined to be difficult, but I didn't expect to meet you in Egghead." When Dragon said this, the smile on his face became much brighter.

"If your new navy can cooperate with our Revolutionary Army, it will undoubtedly be a good choice for both of us. It will also speed up the attack on Mary Geoise, right?" Dragon said excitedly.

He thought he was destined to be isolated and helpless on this road, but when he turned around, he found that there was a huge force hidden in the dark, which coincided with theirs. How could Dorag not be happy?
"That's easy for you to say." Bane rolled his eyes at Dorag and said, "But our pursuits are different. You should understand that, right?"

"I know, although this is only the second time we have met officially, but I can feel that you are an ambitious person. You do not represent justice, but you choose justice just because it can help you." Dorag said without hesitation.

After a brief pause, he looked at Bane and asked, "So, what do you want?"

"I want to stand at the top of that world and become the king of this world." Bane grinned and said frankly.

Then he looked at Dorag and asked, "What about you? What do you want?"

"I want to change the world!" Dorag said very frankly, "I don't know how far I can go. Over the years, I have studied a lot of ideas, systems, and even philosophies, and I fantasize about using these ideas to change the future of the world. But in the end, I can't see whether these will make the world better or worse. But in the end, I want to make a change."

"Because you can't imagine a world worse than the one we have now?" Bane smiled and teased.

"You can say that I lack imagination or am too naive, but I do feel that the world has gotten so bad that there shouldn't be much room for improvement, right? Perhaps a little bit of change can make the world a better place. This is what has kept me going all these years." Dorag smiled and nodded.

"So, even if I become the king standing at the top, it doesn't conflict with your ideal of changing the world?" Bane asked.

"As you said, there is no conflict." Dorag answered seriously.

If this world can become a better place by changing its king, then why not?
"What if you eventually discover that the world doesn't get better, but gets worse?" Bane pondered for a moment and suddenly asked jokingly.

Dorag was also stunned for a moment. After a moment, he laughed heartily and said, "I am still young, and the revolutionary army has successors. It is not a bad idea to go through the old path again."

"Hahahaha, that's bold. I like it!" Bane laughed when he heard it.

(End of this chapter)