One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 364 Zoro and Robin

The Straw Hat crew's departure didn't cause much of a stir; only the newcomers from the same cohort felt sorry for them, like the saying "when the rabbit dies, the fox grieves."

Goode, carrying Nicole Robin and holding two red road sign texts, returned to the resort under the watchful eyes of various factions.

Both Nico Robin and the inscription on the red road sign are key factors in getting to Laugh Tale. Everyone wants them, but no one would be foolish enough to steal them.

All parties had long reached a consensus: they would rather not find the great treasure than easily offend Goode. Moreover, the Beasts already had the upper hand in this battle.

Most importantly, Goode is not the type to hog everything, which is one of the biggest reasons why they treat him with such courtesy.

Even if they can't become the Pirate King, they still want to see the One Piece!

Inside the courtyard of Hoenn Resort.

Goode glanced at the island.

Kaido is still fighting Shanks. The intense clash of Conqueror's Haki is causing the entire island to tremble. It's unknown how long it will take to determine a winner.

There is plenty of time.

Goode went into the hall and put Robin down.

Robin hugged herself tightly, her face pale. Besides being mentally shaken by Goode, she was also extremely worried about the condition of her companions.

Especially Luffy!
Goode placed the four map inscriptions in front of Nico Robin, and as he expected, the Straw Hat received the last map inscription.

Now, the coordinates are complete.

Goode looked down at Robin.

"Robin, you should know that I have already shown mercy."

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Robin's eyes dimmed.

She was well aware of this; the fact that her companions hadn't died was the greatest mercy the other side had shown, but she just couldn't accept it for the time being.

Goode’s order was not to be questioned.

"Translate the coordinates."

"Yes, Mr. Goode."

Robin responded bitterly.

She had no other choice; disobeying orders would only lead to more serious consequences, and her companions might even lose their lives.

She also knew that even without her, Goode could translate ancient texts, for example, by ordering Vegapunk around.

Four road marker inscriptions, four coordinates.

Robin quickly found the answer.

Inside the secret room, a dozen outstanding navigators gathered together, sweating profusely as they calculated the exact location based on four coordinates.

"Wrong latitude!"

"Perhaps it's underwater!"

"No, it's about 200 meters!"

After a full day, the navigators finally reached a consensus: Laugh Tale is located in an uninhabited area deep in the New World, 200 meters below the surface.

"Sure enough."

Goode looked at the new world chart.

Just as he deduced, it was indeed located two hundred meters underwater, which is why it hadn't been found by pirates.

Next, we need to wait.

Goode arrived at the rooftop and looked at the two figures fighting in the center of the island.

After some time, Robin, wearing a coat, approached Goode and said, "Mr. Goode, I would like to accompany you to Laugh Tale. There are some things I need to know!"

"can."

Goode nodded slightly.

Little things.

Robin bit her lip in frustration.

If possible, she hopes to travel to Laugh Tale on her companions' ship and, with their help, realize her dream of "deciphering all history".

But that's no longer possible.

Just now, she learned from Miss Chikara that Goode had sent people to take his companions back to their respective hometowns.

Including Luffy, who was seriously injured.

The Straw Hat crew's journey has come to an end.

Only Zoro stayed behind to continue pursuing his goal of becoming the "greatest swordsman," while Hawkeye remained on Narcissus Island.

So does she.

She still has a mission to complete, which is not only her dream, but also carries the legacy of the scholars of Ohara.

Goode pointed to the seat next to him and invited with a smile, "Sit down and rest for a while. You can see a great view from here."

"landscape."

Robin was in low spirits, but she obediently sat down. When she saw the two fighting on the shore, she quickly understood what Goode meant by the scenery.

"Zoron!"

Zoro is dueling with Mihawk!
Robin's eyes dimmed, her mood turning somber. "I hope Zoro doesn't get cleaved in two, or bleed to death. It would be terrible if he were cut to pieces and thrown into the sea to feed the fish. Come to think of it, the three-sword style just seems weird."

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Goode glanced at Robin almost imperceptibly.

Can't this woman hope for something better?

However, one thing was correct.

Zoro is destined to lose this duel.

"That kid committed suicide."

Goode gave his assessment.

The Straw Hat crew's defeat and disbandment have had a significant impact on Zoro's physical and mental state. Given Zoro's current poor condition, it's impossible for him to defeat Mihawk.

That kid knew this very well, but he still challenged Hawkeye, seemingly wanting to end his dream or, in other words, to mark the end of the Straw Hat crew.

Robin clenched his fists, clearly aware of this as well.

But she had no reason to stop it.

In fact, she didn't know where the future lay. After she achieved her dream, she didn't know where to go, what to do, or even the meaning of living.

Just like two years ago in Water Seven, she made the choice to destroy herself.

The Hoenn government is not her home.

Calm words reached my ears.

"Once things are settled here, you should return to Ohara. I plan to rebuild Ohara and need a knowledgeable scholar to help look after it."

"Rebuild Ohara?"

Robin murmured to himself, and his mind suddenly calmed down.

"Yes."

Goode's calm explanation.

"History carries everything about humanity and should not be forgotten. Only by knowing and remembering history can people understand where their roots are and better move towards the future."

"root"

Robin kept repeating this to himself, and a sudden surge of courage to live welled up within him.

"Why choose me?"

"Because that's your home."

Goode smiled and looked at Robin.

This girl has worked for him for two years, which is quite hard. Moreover, she left her hometown at the age of eight and has been wandering outside for more than 20 years. It's time for her to come home and visit.

Robin lowered his head, his hands, which were resting on his lap, getting wet from the splashing water.

"Thank you."

"You're welcome."

Good waved his hand.

Coastside.

Hawkeye held the black sword in the night, his sharp eyes filled with anger.

"Roronoa Zoro, I know what happened to the Straw Hat crew, but that's no excuse for your self-degradation. Your current behavior is extremely disappointing!"

"Cut the nonsense!"

Zoro's eyes were bloodshot, and the scene from that day kept flashing through his mind, especially the image of Luffy having his arms and legs cut off.

He couldn't even protect the captain, and could only watch helplessly as the captain's hands and feet were cut off. What right did he have to be called the "world's greatest swordsman"?

"Hawkeye, this is the last one!"

"Three-Sword Style: Ultimate Technique!"

Zoro twirled his twin swords with both hands, unleashing the Three-Sword Style technique in conjunction with the sword in his mouth, just like when he first met Mihawk.

Hawkeye also raised his knife.

"You worthless dog who has lost its captain, then let me kill you with my own hands."

"Three thousand world!"

The next moment, the two passed each other.

"thump!"

Zoro collapsed on the beach, blood flowing from beneath him.

Hawkeye sheathed his black knife, his eyes clouded with gloom. After a long silence, he sighed and turned to leave.

He wasn't surprised by Zoro's madness.

Just like two years ago, Zoro abandoned his swordsman's dignity and knelt before him to beg for apprenticeship in order to help the Straw Hats become the Pirate King.

In his heart, the safety of his companions had long surpassed his own dreams.

"Don't just throw your life away, you idiot!"

"You are my only disciple!"

(End of this chapter)