Who told him to become the Pirate King!

Chapter 321 Powerful figures from the sea arrive in droves! (3rd update, 10,000 words, please subscribe!)

Kizaru cursed and "fled" away.

It has to be said that Storm's words really hit Kizaru's sore spot.

He even managed to break the guard of this slippery and lazy old marine!

Because Vegapunk had also extended a similar "research" invitation.

Kizaru also plays the role of someone who is "being studied".

But it is also "being studied by others".

When Vegapunk said those words, Kizaru felt as if he were participating in some kind of sublime scientific experiment.

When Storm said those words, Kizaru felt as if he had become a piece of pork on a chopping board, waiting to be slaughtered...

This kid's mouth is getting more and more venomous!

Kizaru sped up, and in the blink of an eye, he "flashed" out of the Whole Cake Castle and flew directly into the floating Punk Hazard.

Storm originally intended to follow Vegapunk's advice and "insert" Punk Hazard into the World Islands.

However, both he and Vegapunk had underestimated the size of Punk Hazard and overestimated the width of the gaps between the islands.

If we were to place Punk Hazard Island among the islands of all nations...

The world must undertake a large-scale "island migration movement".

Dr. Vegapunk, being kind-hearted, did not want to disturb the ordinary people of Whole Cake Island who had just survived the "Emperor's War." He changed his mind at the last minute and chose to have Punk Hazard Island "stationed" high above Whole Cake Island.

As for the previously worried issue of "supply transportation".

I must say, Iggy's dog is really useful!

Vegapunk had never seen a dog that could "swallow things" so much!

Good dog!

Storm watched the golden light disappear into the horizon, his eyes flickering with a series of changes.

Honestly.

Storm's reaction to the "Buster Order on Rischiled Isle" was not as intense as he appeared.

His attitude towards Akainu and Kizaru wasn't actually as hateful as he made it out to be.

After all, he was the ultimate victor in that Buster Call incident.

The alliance between Akainu and Kizaru did not cause much trouble for Storm; on the contrary, it provided him with two high-quality "Grand Prizes" for his growth.

As for the Buster Call...

Storm wouldn't mind if the World Government and the Navy Headquarters did it to him again.

It would be best to also invite the Fleet Admiral, the Navy Hero, the Five Elders... and several more!

However, a larger-scale Buster Call remains only in Storm's personal fantasy.

But Kizaru was truly living right under Storm's nose.

"Kizaru..."

The name echoed in Storm's mind.

He has now completely broken away from the Navy and can be considered to have "set up his own shop".

But Storm still had a few ideas about the old navy, a tiny, insignificant plan—

The Old Navy's Tear-Apart Plan!

As long as Zephyr comes to the New World as agreed and establishes the new Navy.

Then Storm's previously envisioned "Old Navy Tear-Apart Plan" can be launched directly!

The so-called "Old Navy Tear-Apart Plan".

In short, it is—

Divide the old navy, win over its strong members, and recruit its soldiers. Let those navy personnel who truly believe in justice and care about the people join the ranks of the new navy, thereby strengthening its power.

Zephyr is definitely going to be the new Navy's "Fleet Admiral"!

And the one that Storm recruited earlier is fully qualified to become the new Navy's "Admiral"!

As for the rest...

Aokiji Kuzan had long been targeted by Storm.

Storm has been looking for opportunities to win over this "superior".

Aokiji was unwilling to leave the Navy to become a pirate.

So, leaving the Navy to join the Navy shouldn't be a problem, right?

And the likes of Sengoku, Akainu...

Storm viewed them as loyal defenders of the World Government and had no intention of winning them over.

But Kizaru...

"Should we recruit Kizaru into the new Marine force?"

Storm hesitated for a moment.

He didn't doubt Kizaru's strength.

He simply questioned Kizaru's stance.

Generally speaking, Kizaru is a believer in "ambiguous justice".

However, if the World Government issues an order, Kizaru would not hesitate much to kill his best friend or his teacher.

Leaving aside Zephyr and Vegapunk's personal issues.

Kizaru is also a "good Marine" who is very obedient to the World Government's orders.

This is what makes Storm hesitant.

He didn't want a loyal lackey of the World Government infiltrated into the new navy.

After some hesitation, Storm decided to give up.

"Forget it, let's leave this problem to Professor Zephyr to consider later!"

Since Kizaru is willing to continue staying in Whole Cake Island.

So, once Zephyr arrives in the New World, we'll hand over the responsibility of dealing with this "Kizaru" to him.

If Zephyr thinks Kizaru is a good candidate, then Storm will also lend a hand.

If Zephyr thinks Kizaru is really no good...

Storm broke Kizaru's monkey leg and then kicked him out of Whole Cake Island!

Having devised a plan to "pass the buck," Storm then began to deal with his own affairs.

Most of the mundane affairs of Totto Land were left to the Golden Emperor and the Queen of Pleasure Street by Storm.

Both of them are very enthusiastic about their work.

Especially the latter.

Ever since Storm brought Vegapunk back to Totto Land.

Stussy's opinion of Storm changed drastically!

If we were to measure the loyalty of this queen of the pleasure district in numbers...

Stussy was forcibly recruited by Storm, and her loyalty level was approximately 60.

It's a passing grade, but there's always the possibility of a reversal.

But after Storm rescued Vegapunk from the clutches of the World Government...

Stussy's loyalty level immediately soared to around "80".

Those who are good to Vegapunk are Stussy's good friends!

It was precisely because of Vegapunk's "joining" that this happened.

Stussy worked tirelessly for Strom.

Thanks to the hard work of the Queen of Pleasure Street and the Golden Emperor.

Storm's burden was greatly reduced.

He also has more time to deal with his own problems.

For example.

"For the latest [Devil Ring], should I choose the [Restore Fruit] or the [Bake-a-Tanuki Fruit]?"

Storm took two Devil Fruits from the Gate of Babylon, one in each hand, and was caught in a dilemma.

He previously used the last remaining Star Cup of Kaido of the Beasts to wish for a seven-star Devil Ring.

But before Storm could absorb the power of the [Restoration Fruit]...

Vegapunk then offered him another [Bake-tanuki Fruit].

If the "Restore Fruit" is considered the top-tier healing-type Devil Fruit...

Therefore, the [Bake-tanuki Fruit] is a top-tier Mythical Zoan-type Devil Fruit!

"Just as I thought... only children make choices; adults want it all!"

Storm took a deep breath and decided to absorb the power of two Devil Fruits at once.

He first glanced at his trophy reserves.

The only remaining Star Cup has been transformed into a seven-star [Devil Ring] through a wish.

Storm only possesses the last of the high-ranking trophies, the Diamond Trophy [Kizaru Borsalino].

This diamond trophy...

Storm summoned it and immediately wished for a six-star [Demon Ring - Imitation].

[The Bake-Tanuki Fruit]...

[Restore Fruit]...

Storm's gaze darted between the two Devil Fruits.

Followed by.

Storm used the seven-star [Demon Ring] to absorb the [Restore Fruit], and the six-star [Bake-tanuki Fruit] to absorb the [Bake-tanuki Fruit].

"All that's left is to work overtime!"

As the saying goes, when you're rich, you use firepower to cover the enemy; when you're poor, you use tactical maneuvers to penetrate their defenses.

When there is enough of the Grand Prize Cup, there are plenty of ways to use it.

Even in times of scarcity, there are ways to use scarcity.

Storm donned two brand-new [Devil Rings].

He first found several [Golden Trophy] and [Platinum Trophy], and directly upgraded the [Transformation Ring] and [Restoration Ring] to six stars.

Then, Storm searched through the Void Prison again.

The two dessert stars he had previously overlooked, Charlotte Cracker and Charlotte Smoothie, who had been captured by Yixiao and his team, were brought to light.

Storm unleashed a wave of Conqueror's Haki.

The two dessert stars were completely defeated, giving up two diamond trophies.

[Diamond Cup: Charlotte Cracker]

[Diamond Cup Winner: Charlotte Smoothie]

Without hesitation, Storm directly invested the two Diamond Trophys into the Restoration Fruit, upgrading the Restoration Fruit's star rating from six to seven.

【Restored Ring: ★★★★★★★】(Seven-star rating)

【Beast Ring: ★★★★★★】(Six-star)

Storm looked at the two brand-new rings and let out a soft breath.

"Let's leave it at that for now!"

Storm briefly familiarized himself with the abilities and effects of the two new [Demon Rings].

Just as he was planning to create a new "Door-to-Door Space" for daily training.

The Den Den Mushi (transparent telephone snippet) seemed to be going crazy, constantly ringing its phone.

First was Moonlight Moria.

"Hehehehe! White Dragon! I'm about to enter the new world! Tell Perona to wait for me in Tales of Hollows!"

Storm had always intended to return to the North Sea and consolidate his forces.

Gecko Moria's words prompted him to temporarily adjust his schedule.

First, go to the North Blue and bring the Storm Pirates and Sky Garden to Whole Cake Island!

Then came the sand crocodile.

"White Dragon! Leave Whitebeard to me! That Hawkeye guy really betrayed the Cross Guild's covenant!"

Storm was puzzled by Crocodile's words.

According to Crocodile, he originally wanted to contact Hawkeye and come to Whole Cake Island to discuss a plan to defeat the Whitebeard Pirates.

However, Hawkeye rejected Crocodile's invitation, stating that he had already accepted an invitation from another pirate crew.

The Red-Haired Pirates!

Hawkeye and Redhead are working together...

Is this considered betraying the Cross Guild?

Storm hasn't figured out the answer to this question yet.

Another Den Den Mushi signal came through.

"Moshi moshi... This is Aokiji."

Aokiji's calm voice came through the Den Den Mushi.

"I, along with Master Zeff, have arrived in the New World and are preparing to depart for Totto Land!"

(End of this chapter)