I reached the top of Pirates

Chapter 263, Section 262: Once you're on the pirate ship, don't even think about getting off.

Mercer sighed: "You can use this to blackmail Pepe."

"But you'd better not tell anyone."

"Otherwise, you wouldn't want her to have her eye on you, would you?"

Reiju's lips twitched; it seemed that saying it out loud wouldn't really do her any good.

It's really weird that she's got her eye on you.

It's so embarrassing to have a ghost pierce your chest and say those innermost thoughts in front of everyone.

She was also helpless, wondering why she always managed to catch them doing those things, whereas before it was just kissing and touching.

That's what it is now.

Mercer looked her over; the girl had grown into a graceful young woman, radiating an irresistible youthful beauty.

Reiju blushed under Messe's gaze, stomped her foot, and dissipated into steam, flying away.

"I'm going out for some fresh air. If you're free, go find your lover."

Mercer went outside to the laboratory, where Kureha was conducting a small experiment about herself.

Regarding the effects of IQ extract on the body's evolution.

"Zizzi"

The surgical field enveloped him, with blue and white electric light flashing continuously on his body surface.

Mercer could sense that it was a phenomenon caused by her body.

It's not because of Devil Fruit abilities.

Her eyes were slightly closed, and her expression was focused.

After sensing the situation for a while, Moses left.

I went to Dr. Clockwork and explained to him the construction of the Yarchiman Mangrove Amusement Park.

At dinner time.

Robin explained to Moses the issue of the resettlement of the slaves.

At the same time, there's the fact that Rayleigh, the King of Hades, has already left quietly on his own.

The slave pirates were left behind as laborers, most of the ordinary women chose to join Kuja, a few fish-men were taken away by Otohime, and the rest chose to stay and contribute to the construction of the Eternal Ark.

It has gained thousands of people.

After cleaning the 29 tree islands, a total of about 30 billion pesos was harvested.

It's not a lot, but it's not a little either.

These buildings on the Yarqiman Mangrove Islands were used as temporary residences for the people on the island ship, and this area was officially named Bubble Town by Mercer.

That's the gist of it.

While eating, Moses nodded.

At this moment, Old Sha, who was also there, spoke up calmly: "There are more people here now, so we should also set up a security department."

Hearing his words, Moses nodded and looked at him.
"Any ideas?"

Old Sha's eyes flashed. "I want the commercial development rights in the city."

Economy, politics, and military.

The three most important departments in a country.

Old Sha wanted the economy.

Moses nodded. "Okay. You and Robin can discuss this later. I don't understand these things, and I don't care. She can represent my will completely."

Now we officially join.

Old Sha discovered that Nico Robin, whom he had been searching for, was actually here.

I felt completely lost.

Hearing Moses agree now, he was even more incredulous and couldn't help but ask:
"You're just handing over the reins of the economy to me like this?"

Mercer chuckled, "If you want, I can give you the personnel management on the island."

Old Sha looked at Moses suspiciously, somewhat bewildered, and asked, "You're not kidding?"

Old Sha suddenly had a feeling that this guy was going to discard him after he had served his purpose.

There's a sense of unease.

Mercer laughed indifferently:
"First of all, you need to know that we are in cahoots, and the World Government will see us as a thorn in their side. If they ever find an opportunity, your lightest fate will be a single cell on the sixth floor of Impel Down."

Secondly, it can be considered as making the best use of people; if you have the ability, then go and do it.

final,"

At the dinner table, Moses looked at him and smiled:
"The construction of this city is simply my way of giving you a place to settle down and make a living in this chaotic world."

As long as you abide by the rules of this city, you can even become the captain of the Eternal Ark if you want to.

As long as you have the ability.

Upon hearing this, Lao Sha's eyes narrowed. Suddenly, he had a realization, but he just couldn't quite grasp the feeling.

Look around the dining table.

Suddenly, I realized that no one here seemed to care about this kind of thing, not even Nicole Robin.

A bunch of ignorant brats.

They don't understand the beauty of power.

But I have this feeling of being listless.

The only sensible person among a group of dreamers?
Looking at Hancock next to Moses, Old Crocodile couldn't help but ask, "Don't you have anything to say?"

Hancock paused, looking at him somewhat blankly. "What did I say?"

A # character popped out on Lao Sha's forehead:
"You brought all nine snakes here, don't you want to get the rights that are rightfully yours on this island?"

Hancock glanced at him, looking bored, then looked away and said calmly after a few seconds:

"That kind of thing is not important. As long as I am strong enough, no one on this ship will dare to point fingers at me."

Yamato nodded in agreement. "Those who are far weaker than me don't even have the thought of standing up straight in the face of my Conqueror's Haki."

Robin smiled slightly: "Méther said that this world is controlled by a group of powerful barbarians."

"Whoever has the bigger fist is right."

At this point, he chuckled and looked at Crocodile: "Mr. Crocodile, if you like this kind of power, I don't mind giving it all to you."

Simply because the biggest wielder of violence here is Moses.

He could turn this island ship into wasteland in an instant.

If he wanted, he could build another Noah's Ark, or even the Garden of Eden.

All he wanted was a safe haven for us homeless people.

So Crocodile, broaden your horizons. Being too focused on the power you hold in your hands is of no use in this world.

Because top-tier combat power cannot be won by sheer numbers.

Old Sha's lips twitched: "What about the Buster Call? Red Earl and Barrett are strong enough, but they still got sent to Impel Down."

Robin's expression changed slightly; this word touched a nerve with her.

Moses then said calmly, "Two lone wolves, but we're not. We're sticking together for warmth now."

Crocodile's eyes flickered slightly.

This was also his reason for joining; he had previously believed that one person could accomplish anything.

I don't trust anyone.

However, after fighting the Golden Lion, he was utterly defeated, but with Moses and Hawkeye by his side, he didn't feel any worries.

Because even a war of attrition could wear him down.

That is indeed the case.

And this guy in front of me is even more terrifying.

I soloed the Golden Lion at its peak.

He's very mysterious, has too many things he wants, and doesn't seem particularly interested in power, just like Hawkeye.

However, unlike Hawkeye, his fondness for women makes him even happier, as it means he can control them.

But, now.

He glanced around at the women who were presumably his, and a slight twitch appeared at the corner of his mouth. None of them were simple.

How dare he do that?

Moses then laughed:

"We are collaborators, but once the Eternal Ark is completed, there will be huge benefits to come, so it's best to make some things clear in advance."

Power, fame, and wealth—these are what people pursue.

This city will encompass all three, but to control them, one must have the power to suppress all who resist.

So, do you have one?

do you have?
Upon hearing those three words, Crocodile's pupils constricted sharply, and he suddenly realized something.

He gritted his teeth and said:

"Yes, I didn't."

Looking around, I realized they were all people I knew well.

Feeling like an outsider, a sudden chill crept into my heart.

When Moses saw the change in his gaze, he knew what Moses was thinking.

While Otohime and her two children ate, she served food to Shirahoshi and Sharakish, who had come with her, while keeping a discreet look at Messe.

I was quite interested in what he just said.

Is this a warning shot for him?
As I was right, Crocodile can't cause any trouble here.

"You probably don't know this yet, but the Five Elders are ancient beings who have lived for hundreds of years."

They all possess a pseudo-immortality ability. Even if they are turned into mincemeat, they can regenerate.

After you left that day, I traded a batch of Devil Fruits with the World Government using my IQ.

The visitor was an acquaintance of ours, Figaland Shamlock.

I beat him half to death again.

After that, I went to the western port below Mary Geoise and had a fight with them.

The Five Elders, the Warring States Period, and the Three Great Generals.

If they didn't have that immortality ability, at least two of the Five Elders would probably have died on the spot.

I am a thorn in their side, and what about you? You probably are now too.

Old Sha, you've boarded the pirate ship.

The kind that you can't get down from.

Otohime's pupils dilated and then contracted, her face filled with terror as she looked at Messer, thinking to herself:
I've boarded a pirate ship.

They can't get down either.

Crocodile's eyes twitched violently, his mouth slightly open, and he remained silent.

After the silence, damn it!
He glared fiercely at Messer.

Mercer chuckled, picked up two wine glasses, filled them with wine, and floated them in front of him.

He raised his glass and gestured with his head held high.

Old Sha's face turned a bluish-purple color.

He glared at Moses and gritted his teeth, saying:
"You've got me figured out."

Moses laughed: "Welcome, old man. From now on, we are brothers and friends."

Done.

Down the drink in one gulp.

Old Sha looked at the wine glass in front of him, took it blankly, and glared fiercely at Moses:

"I want to be the captain in the open."

Moses nodded.

Diplomats, you know.

If you want it, I'll give it to you.

Old Sha downed his drink in one gulp.

This is tantamount to selling oneself out.

But it's not exactly a loss.

The fact that this guy could walk away from Marine Headquarters with Hancock so easily is enough to show that the World Government can't do anything about him. So, he's not at a loss.

He knew very well that Mercer had a lot of good stuff, and some of it he would probably only provide to his true confidants.

Ace and Sabo, who were on either side of Crocodile, exchanged a glance and both laughed.

Ace chuckled and said, "Old Crocodile, from now on we're on the same side. Let's fight each other often."

Sabo laughed and said, "Your strength is a bit weak, we'll help you improve it."

Peggy Wan chuckled and said, "Me too."

Luo nodded: "Count me in. I'm exceptionally capable. I need someone who's not easy to kill."

Runti blinked: "Let's include this little lady too, I want to beat him up as well."

Speak frankly.

Old Sha refused outright with a dark face:
"I don't have time to play around with you little brats."

Also, since you're all so free, you'll be in charge of the guard force on the Eternal Ark.

He then looked at Robin and said, "You'll come with me for all the news and intelligence gathering and dealings with other factions."

He then looked at Hancock and said, "Afterwards, have your men go to the construction site to supervise the work."

With a dark expression, Lao Sha fully exercised his authority to assign work to these idle people.

None of them refused, and although he enjoyed giving orders, he was still unhappy inside.

Damn it, I've been tricked.

Three days later, early morning.

The island ship arrived on the red earth continent on the western side of the sea.

The ship's bow faces north, the waterway connecting to the central lake is to the left, right, west, and east, and the stern faces south.

At this moment, the foundations for the eastern and western areas have been laid.

Standing on the red earth continent.

Old Sha noticed the question in the other's eyes. "What are you doing here?"

Mercer said calmly, "The Red Earth is a huge rock, and hardness is the best material."

Old Sha's lips twitched. "You plan to quarry the stone here for construction?"

Mercer laughed, “It’s free. And it’s sturdy enough once it’s built. The red one is pretty too.”

The gray fog spread.

A gray fog, thousands of meters in diameter, began to engulf everything.

Crunch, crunch, crunch! A series of gnawing sounds rang out.

"Small World"

These rocks and soils are refined, and some are shaped into high-quality, sturdy stone.

They floated and were stacked on the island ship.

A blink of an eye.

A month passed.

A cliff face, spanning tens of thousands of meters in length, has appeared on the red earth continent.

A 10,000-meter-long road connecting the West Sea and the South Sea was opened up by Messer.

The roaring ocean currents surged, bringing with them a fierce wind.

It blows in from west to south.

The Red Soil Waterway Opens Up.

From then on, the western and southern parts of the sea were connected.

Feeling the ceaseless howling wind.

The gray fog spread and engulfed everything.

After a while.

A greenish-blue, thumb-sized rhomboid crystal reappeared in his hand.

【Wind Essence (A)】: The essence of wind element refined from a vast amount of natural wind, it has an exceptionally abundant natural energy. It is edible, and long-term use can balance the mind and body and promote harmonious function.

It is absorbed, broken down, and integrated into the body.

A large amount of wind element energy circulates and nourishes the body.

A wonderful sense of agility and harmony reappeared in both the spirit and the body.

Moses smiled slightly, pleased with himself for doing a good job.

The red earth continent and the doldrums divide the entire ocean into six parts.

The four outer seas and the two sections of the Grand Line.

Now, Moses has opened up the shipping lanes between the southwest and north.

The world government will probably be jumping up and down in a panic when it finds out.

Their hidden schemes will likely fall through.

They obtained a massive amount of redstone material and wind essence.

After finishing his business here, Moses led his ships to the other side of the Red Line, aiming to open up the Northeast Passage.

Time passes slowly.

Construction on the Eternal Ship is in full swing.

Moses was also working very hard.

They either devour large amounts of red clay rocks to refine stone materials, or they are devoured by earth spirits.

half year later.

Two conceptual light spots, the concepts of weightlessness and domination, are integrated into the "small world".

A peculiar fluctuation entered Mercer's body.

The central palace of the Eternal Ark has been completed, with a total of seven floors and a balcony on the top floor.

Moses looked down at the numerous buildings that had already been erected on both sides of the river below.

Everything is proceeding smoothly and in an orderly manner.

During this period, the entire sea was abuzz with excitement following the two news reports from the Global Times about the opening of the southwest and northeast red soil shipping routes.

The four outer seas in the east, west, south, and north are connected in pairs.

More and more people are getting restless.

That is the great way of business.

External waves do not affect the construction of Moses and the Eternal Ark.

Gray mist spread through his body.

As it seeped inch by inch into the cold dew, the Devil Fruit power of the Float-Float Fruit was separated out.

Click, click, click!
Cracks appeared on the surface of the frost, but thanks to Mercer's super-fast regeneration concept, they quickly healed.

The top floor of the palace is where Moses and his people live, and they are generally not allowed to go up there.

At the same time, the central palace is also the administrative center of the Eternal Ark; the first floor houses the news department.

This place is no longer just a small group of people; it now has a staff of fifteen senior employees.

Robin's workload decreased significantly, and his free time increased dramatically.

Moses found Robin here, and upon seeing Moses, Robin felt somewhat resentful:
"What's the matter with you?"

Moses laughed and said, "Come with me."

Moses led her to the top floor of the palace to find Crow Da Bao.

Castle Space Forging Room.

Devouring and merging.

Before long, a demon ring appeared.

Mercer separated her from his body and handed her the Floating Ring:
“I might go out in the future, so I’ll leave the floating of this island to you.”

Robin's eyes flickered slightly, a hint of doubt in them:
"Aren't you going to use it?"

But then it occurred to me, and I was somewhat surprised:
"Have you grasped that conceptual power?"

Moses nodded and smiled:

"Not bad, it was just finished today. You can keep this ring."

Robin smiled slightly, a playful look on his face: "So you're handing over control of this Eternal Ark to me? Aren't you afraid that woman will get jealous?"

Moses' eyes flashed, and he laughed:

"Who?"

"Who else could it be but your number one beauty in the world? All her wealth is here."

Moses laughed: "You think the Mind-Mind Fruit is that simple? Combined with the Multiply Fruit, do you think she can take away the little Nine Serpents Town?"

Robin's face darkened; he realized he was being used like a beast of burden again.

With a smirk, Robin looked at Moses with displeasure and said:
"You've been staying at her place quite a bit lately, haven't you?"

Seeing her displeasure, Moses's gaze shifted slightly, and then Robin leaned forward, wrapping her arms around Moses's neck.

The touch of lips to lips.

"I have time today, how about you?"

Mercer scooped him up in her arms. "Let's go to the room."

"No, let's stay here. It's not safe there."

The gray fog vortex spread.

The two entered.

Pieces of armor fell off one by one.

Shortly afterward, a cry of pain rang out.

A melodious and soaring song played continuously.

……

After a long while, Robin crossed his arms over Mercer's chest, looked down at Mercer, and a slight smile appeared on his lips:
"Good job, here's a reward for you."

As she spoke, her red lips fell.

The next moment, the stalemate resumed.

Time passes slowly.

The next morning.

With ample materials on board, the island ship's completion is only a matter of time.

The Eternal Ship sails on the North Sea.

Mercer then secretly left with Nojiko.

after one day.

Looking at the upside-down mountain that appeared in front of me.

A slight smile curved the corners of Moses's lips. It was time to devour this red soil and elevate himself.

Bringing Nojiko along would be a good opportunity to help her improve her Devil Fruit abilities. Besides, the Mountain-Mountain Fruit is very useful for Messe right now.

The two sat atop the massive Frostfire Sword, and Nojiko looked at Messer with a puzzled expression:
Are we going to be living here for a while?

"Um,

It can take anywhere from a few months to a year.

Nojiko's eyes were filled with a smile.

"Alright. Then I'll reluctantly come with you. But won't we be lonely here?"

"When you're bored, would you like me to take you back to Cocoyasi for a visit? At my current speed, it should only take half a day to get there."

"Really?"

"Noki said excitedly."

Moses nodded. "Consider this a small reward for you."

"Messer, since you can move away from the island anyway, why don't you move us Cocoyasi with you?"

"We'll see when the time comes, it depends on their own wishes."

"Well, that's good."

(End of this chapter)