Pirate: My Piltover technology is far ahead!

Chapter 127 Forbidden Technology

Garp was still on his way, while Roger and his crew were already thinking about how to escape.

"If the news is true, it will take at least seven days for Garp to arrive, which means we can rest for at least six days before setting sail for our next destination."

Roger openly discussed the upcoming itinerary with Shanks and the others in front of Oran, even revealing the general direction they were heading.

"I'm telling you, there are outsiders here. Is it really okay for you pirates to so openly state your purpose?"

"Haha, what's the problem? Doctor, you're a good person, right? When Garp comes, just tell him where we're going to escape to."

But that guy's personality means he wouldn't cause trouble for the locals anyway. If we lose him, the voyage will become rather boring.

Roger remained nonchalant, not caring at all about revealing his purpose, and in his mind, Garp's pursuit seemed to be a source of amusement.

"Speaking of which, I have a question: are you really unable to defeat Garp?"

The Roger Pirates are now at their peak. Oran doesn't know the exact strength of Roger's crew, but besides Roger himself, Silvers Rayleigh, Skobard Jabba, and Douglas Bullet are all on board.

If such a setup could be used by Garp alone to chase them all over the world, that would be a bit too far-fetched.

Or perhaps there was another equally powerful naval commander on Garp's ship.

"Huh? This? Isn't it only natural for pirates to run away when they encounter the Navy? If they really get into a fight with the Navy, it will probably attract even more Navy personnel."

My goal is to sail the seas, not to fight the navy every day.

"Your reason is really simple and straightforward."

Sometimes Oran suspected that Garp and Roger's pursuit was based on the "Aura Horse" model.

I am a pirate, and I am being chased by the legendary Navy, but I am not worried at all because his ship is not as fast as mine.

"This is the life of pirates. Doctor, you're a king, you wouldn't understand these things. But I do have a suggestion: it's best not to reveal your treatment plan. This technique is a bit... taboo."

In exchange for a new body, consciousness is transferred to gain more time to live. In the short term, this means a longer lifespan, but in essence, it seems to be a pursuit of immortality.

Since ancient times, those who possess power have pursued longevity. Ordinary Devil Fruits are priced at 100 million Berries, but the Op-Op Fruit can reach 5 billion Berries.

Although the other abilities of the Op-Op Fruit are also very powerful, the immortality surgery is the fundamental reason for its high value.

Roger could imagine what might happen on the high seas if Oran really set a successful example.

Roger then waved and led Bucky and Shanks back the way they came. Roger and Oran weren't that close yet, so they just said what they wanted to say, nothing more, no other reason.

Oran didn't continue reporting to the Navy. He was just trying to profit from both sides. He wasn't the Navy's intelligence agency. It was enough for him to do his job diligently for the Navy.

Sadness doesn't seem to last long among pirates. The sadness on their faces had faded, just as Roger had said. He still had several years to live and was far from death.

"Crocas, how's the new prescription? Can you lift my prohibition on alcohol now?"

Roger had a hint of anticipation on his face. Crocus hadn't completely deprived him of his right to drink, but now even at banquets he had to drink in moderation and couldn't drink to his heart's content, which was too painful for him.

"It's possible, but the composition of this drug is too daring. It won't be easy to formulate such a drug."

Crocus's drug helped Roger stabilize his condition. He thought his drug was strong enough, but compared to Oran's drug, it was nothing.

Each item on the list is highly poisonous on its own; it is only when combined that they produce this effect.

"That's good. As for the medicine, I'll leave it to you. I trust you can handle it."

Due to its medicinal properties, this medicine must be freshly ground and prepared. Therefore, Oran only provided the prescription. If there were no capable doctor like Crocus on the ship, it might not have been possible to prepare it.

Roger and his crew caught the last tram and returned to the port. Although they had landed on the island, they would choose to rest on the ship unless they had to go inland.

"How is it? Can this cure the captain's illness?"

"It's treatable, but the captain refused the treatment plan."

"Huh?! What's wrong, Roger? What are you thinking about?!"

Crocus's answer surprised everyone on the ship. Rayleigh even abandoned the title of captain and grabbed Roger by the collar, questioning him.

"That treatment plan is a bit too unusual. In short, this is my own choice, so you don't need to worry."

Oh, and good news! I've found a new drug here, so I don't have to worry about anything when I throw a party anymore. Let's have a party to celebrate!

Roger ignored the questioning looks from his crew and instead pulled them aside to start the banquet. Seeing that Roger had made the final decision, they couldn't say anything and began preparing for the banquet according to Roger's instructions.

"Roger! Are you really giving up on the chance to heal yourself?!"

Everyone else could accept Roger's ideas, but there was one person who didn't understand - Douglas Bullet, the most unique person on the ship, who joined Roger's pirate crew with the purpose of challenging Roger.

Back then, in the entire Roger Pirates, even Rayleigh could only fight him to a draw. Only Roger could steadily suppress him and challenge a powerful enemy. This was Bullet's only goal in joining the Roger Pirates.

So when he heard that Roger was ill, he was very worried, and now he heard that Roger had made a choice that was almost suicidal.

"Barrett, I've made my decision. But don't worry, the doctors here are excellent. I'll still be able to engage in high-intensity combat in the future and will be ready to meet your challenge at any time."

"Aren't you worried about your crew? What will they do if you die?"

"Haha, Barrett, have you finally felt the camaraderie among your comrades?"

"What a joke! Your companions are a burden, Roger! It's because of them that you can't become stronger!"

The word "companion" touched on Barrett's most sensitive point. After that, he didn't say anything more to Roger, nor did he attend the banquet. He returned to his cabin alone.

Meow~

"Where did this cat come from? Does anyone on our ship keep cats?"

Halfway through the banquet, Bucky heard a meow. After looking around, he discovered that a black cat had appeared on the side of their boat.

"A stray cat, perhaps? Maybe it was attracted by the smell of food. Kitten, would you like some fish?"

The fishman Sambell picked up a small fish and walked over, but the black cat seemed startled and jumped off the ship's side, disappearing into the night in the blink of an eye.

"Still a shy cat."

The people on the ship didn't pay any attention to the cat, but after a few runs, the cat came to Kate's feet.

Meow~

"Yes, good boy, you did a great job."

(End of this chapter)