After retiring from the Navy, I became a doting husband.

The other reporters, as if waking from a dream, began to complain with displeasure.

However, some clever guys, after a moment of disappointment, seized the opportunity to quickly order their boats to sail back to the news agency as soon as possible to type and publish the article, so that their colleagues would be left behind and starving.

As one ship after another departed.

Many reporters, slow to realize what was happening, stomped their feet in anger and gritted their teeth, saying, "What are you all standing there for? Get the boat moving!"

at the same time.

Several seagulls wearing felt hats were flying in the sky, all controlled by Morgans using his fruit powers.

Through their eyes, and then compiled into news articles.

Morgans eventually found out.

Kaido of the Beasts, and Big Mom Big Mom.

The two great powers of the New World are being challenged by rookie pirates.

The most terrifying thing is that Kaido, who is known as the strongest creature, was actually wounded.

Then, Morgans picked up the second bounty poster from the desk next to him.

The world's most evil criminal!

One of the new Four Emperors.

I'm afraid you orchestrated all of this, didn't you?!

What a true genius! I love him. Since that's the case, I'll give you another push. How about the title of the Fourth Overlord of the New World? Hehehehe!

The night is adorned with countless stars.

A cool sea breeze was blowing gently.

The Harem and the Red Dragon Head Redford were moored side by side on an island, swaying gently with the waves.

A bonfire party is currently underway on the island.

Some were drinking, some were eating meat, and some were even singing together with their arms around each other's shoulders.

Ivankov, Crocodile, and Mihawk are constantly drinking with Yasopp and the others, occasionally bursting into hearty laughter. The scene is harmonious and joyful, a stark contrast to the grim and somber atmosphere of the daytime.

on the beach.

Martin and Shanks stood side by side, gazing at the vast, turbulent sea.

"Martin, I never expected that you would become so powerful after not seeing you for so long."

Shanks recalled the battle during the day, and then the sparring between the two of them on the ship that day came to mind. It had indeed had a great impact on him, and even now, he was still quite surprised.

Martin smiled faintly upon hearing this: "Don't be surprised, these are all basic operations. I haven't even gotten serious yet, calm down!"

Shanks' lips twitched.

You're getting all worked up over saying you're fat.

She immediately turned her head and glared at him, then asked again, "What are your plans next?"

Actually, he wanted to ask Martin how to deal with Kaido's retaliation.

After all, the two had become enemies.

He would not hesitate to lend a helping hand if needed.

Martin thought about it seriously for a moment, then smiled and replied, "It's time for me to develop my power. I can handle Kaido's revenge."

"Don't you need our help?"

Shanks, the red-haired man, said with a sincere expression.

To his surprise, he saw Martin shake his head, which startled him and left him completely bewildered.

Martin first took a sip of the wine from the small wooden bucket in his hand, and then, with a meaningful smile on his face, said, "To be honest, I really need your help, but in my estimation, Kaido of the Beasts won't be coming to cause trouble for a while, and this window of opportunity is the best time for me to develop."

"Shanks, I know what your dream is, and I know you've been working hard to fulfill your promise to that person and follow in his footsteps. So, as your friend, I can't hold you back, can I?"

"Yes!"

Martin glanced at it, then a bright, innocent smile spread across his face, a smile that was incredibly heartwarming.

"Roger, a legendary figure, the only king to conquer this sea, what kind of person was he? As a former sailor, can you tell me about him?"

"Of course you can."

Red-Haired Shanks smiled at Martin, and then began to chatter on: "Let me tell you, Martin, Captain Roger was really amazing, and of course, there were others who were good too. Do you know how I got on board? Oh, and there was another crew member like me, his name was Bucky. We were both trainee crew members back then."

When it comes to those happy times of friendship, Shanks seems to have endless things to say.

Martin listened quietly while drinking.

I didn't tell this guy that Bucky calls himself Dad.

As the sky grew darker.

The only sounds on the island were the sea breeze and the campfire.

Martin then got up, glanced at Shanks, who was already drunk and snoring beside him, and then staggered toward the ship.

Although the alcohol in this world isn't very good and has a low alcohol content, you can still get drunk if you drink too much.

After boarding the Harem Ship, I returned to my own room.

Wash your face to clear your head.

As a result, just after washing up, Hancock was seen lying gracefully on the bed, covered only by a thin veil.

"My dear, you're finally back. I've been waiting for you for so long."

Hancock lifted the veil and gestured for them to enter.

"Uh……"

Martin didn't know what to say. He never expected that there would be another major battle during the day and another at night.

Never mind, I'll just treat it as overtime.

Immediately afterwards, the Harem began to vibrate and shake.

The noise woke Enel, who was dozing at the bow of the ship. He looked bewildered and asked, "What's going on?! Is the ship going to capsize?"

……

The stars shifted, and the next day arrived.

Redhead groggily opened his eyes, first turning his head to look to the side, and found that Martin was not there, which made him frown slightly.

You've finally woken up.

Martin stepped off the Harem, his steps a little unsteady, and smiled at him.

"Haha, I was so happy yesterday that I drank a bit too much. I think I heard a woman screaming last night, and I almost had a nightmare."

Shanks scratched his head and said casually, then bent down to pick up his coat from the ground and put it on. Just then, Hawkeye Mihawk suddenly came over and stared at him with his sharp eyes.

"Is something wrong?"

Shanks, looking bewildered, asked.

Martin, standing to the side, had a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth, forming a mischievous smile.

When he woke up in the morning, he saw Hawkeye Mihawk wiping the Black Blade Yoru. Suddenly, a thought flashed through his mind: in the anime, Hawkeye and Shanks were best buddies.

But at this point, they didn't seem to know each other.

Why not become the matchmaker for once?

He then told Hawkeye Mihawk that Shanks, like him, was a pure swordsman, and quite skilled at it.

As expected, Hawkeye Mihawk was quite surprised to hear this, as someone was pursuing the same goal as him.

He was both surprised and delighted, and then looked at Shanks, who was fast asleep on the beach, his eyes filled with fervor and excitement.

That's why we're in this situation now.

Swish!

Hawkeye Mihawk immediately drew the black knife Night from his back.

Under the sunlight, the blade gleamed with a cold, eerie light, its icy tip pointing at Shanks, the red-haired man.

At that moment, Ben Beckman, Yasopp, and others were all drawn to the scene.

"Hey Martin, what on earth is he up to?"

Even now, Shanks still doesn't understand, turning to Martin with a puzzled look.

Uh!

Martin's lips twitched. No wonder he was Luffy's idol; they were both so carefree.

He could only explain helplessly, "Shanks, you're really stupid. Isn't it obvious? Mihawk wants to spar with you."

Upon hearing this, Shanks immediately felt the disdainful looks directed at him by Beckman, Yasopp, and others.

This is awkward.

In order to save face for his captain in front of his crew, Shanks feigned composure and his expression turned serious.

then.

He said in a serious tone, "How could I not know these things? Actually, what I wanted to say is, how can you have the strength to fight if you're not full? Hehe."

"cut!"

"Shanks, that's a really lame excuse!"

"Yeah yeah!"

"Hey Captain, are you even capable of this? Don't embarrass the Red-Haired Pirates!"

Immediately, Yasopp and the others started complaining.

"Haha, I'm your captain, how could I not be?"

After a hearty laugh, Shanks picked up his Griffin rapier and looked at Hawkeye Mihawk again, his expression cold and fierce.

Looks like they're going to have a friendly spar?