XX-level Hokage

Sky Islands are located in the White Sea of ​​the Grand Line. They are islands that are difficult for ordinary people to reach, so much so that many people believe that Sky Islands do not exist. But in fact, Sky Islands do exist, and there are many of them. Sky Islands are all located above the clouds, where the air is thin. "Peacock paused for a moment and said softly.

Chapter 40: The City of Seven Waters

"Is there a way to get to the Sky Island?" Mashiro asked softly.

"There are many sky islands, some of which have precise flight paths to reach, while others do not."

Taking the regular flight route from the Western Summit, you will encounter several floating islands along the way.

Riding the towering current known as the "Monster Current" can take you directly to some sky islands without specific routes, but the survival rate is extremely low.

The most representative and largest sky island is located in the White Sea, at an altitude of approximately 10000 meters. This sky island is accessible via the Sky Piercing Sea.

"It arrived by the flow." The peacock pondered for a moment before replying.

"Since there's a way to get there, doesn't the Navy intend to include the Sky Island within its jurisdiction?" Mashiro asked, somewhat puzzled.

"I had the same question, and I even asked my grandmother about it. She told me that it seemed the World Government had issued an order prohibiting the development and exposure of Sky Islands, especially large ones," Peacock replied.

"I see. Then what about Fishman Island?" Although she was a little confused, Mashiro didn't ask any more questions. She knew that even if she asked, Peacock probably wouldn't be able to answer, so she changed the subject.

Fish-Man Island, located 10,000 meters below the surface of Mary Geoise, is a crucial stop on the way to the New World and the birthplace of most Fish-Men and Mermaids. It's also known as the "Underwater Paradise," a dreamlike haven. "Peacock said with longing," she added, "I really want to go to Fish-Man Island; it must be so much fun to whip those cute characters."

"If you want to visit Fishman Island, do you have to make a special trip to the Sabaody Archipelago?" Mashiro asked.

"That's right. Ships that want to go to Fishman Island usually have their hulls coated in the Sabaody Archipelago and then sail with the ocean currents to arrive safely," Peacock replied softly.

Then, as if remembering something, he continued, "After the 'Great Pirate Era' began, many Marines and pirates passing through this area also began to target the fish-men on the island."

The tribe and the merfolk engaged in large-scale kidnapping and plundering.

Because young female mermaids can fetch high prices in human human trafficking markets, it is common for human pirates who come to the island to kidnap mermaids.

It wasn't until Edward Newgate, one of the "Four Emperors," declared Fish-Man Island his territory that the pirates dared not continue their invasion. Therefore, Fish-Man Island is now considered Whitebeard's territory. As a Shichibukai, you'd better not cause any trouble if you go there. "Judging from your tone, you don't seem to have any ill will towards Whitebeard," Mashiro said with amusement.

"Perhaps it's because of my special status that I know more things. My grandmother also often tells me not to view good and evil with absolute standards."

In a sense, the Navy's communication with Whitebeard was not for Whitebeard himself, but for the identity of pirates he represented.

Whitebeard may not have been a purely evil person, but what about his crew? What about the other pirates who set sail with him as their goal and idol? "Peacock said quite seriously.

"In a sense, your vision has surpassed that of many others; you've already seen the essence of things," Mashiro said gently, glancing at Peacock with considerable appreciation.

No wonder she's Lieutenant General Tsuru's granddaughter.

Hearing Mashiro's appreciative words, Peacock felt a surge of joy and smiled shyly.

"If you really want to go to Fishman Island, you can suggest it to Jinbe beforehand. He's one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, just like you, and he has a very high status and prestige among the Fishmen," Peacock reminded her.

Upon hearing this, Mashiro stood up and patted the peacock's head, saying, "Thank you." Then she floated into the air and flew away from the warship.

After Mashiro left, Peacock belatedly realized that she had unconsciously become that guy's maid again. Hmph! Really!

"I'd better apply to flee as soon as possible. If this continues, it'll really be a problem," Peacock muttered to herself with a complicated tone. Five more days passed.

The reconstruction of Ohara is largely complete, centered around the Tree of Omniscience.

An office building was built in the ring closest to the Tree of Omniscience, followed by a leisure area, a residential area, a commercial area, and another residential area.

With the completion of the project, Kiberson and the supply and construction teams sent by Uzzi also left. As for the project funds, Robin was responsible for handling all of them.

When Mashiro left Alabasta, at Robin's behest, she took all of Baroque Works' funds and handed them over.

It was given to Robin for safekeeping.

Although Qiangsheng and the people sent by Ulait left, the people sent by the Navy could not leave.

Especially for Peacock, whose mission is to conduct secret surveillance, the real task will only begin after Ohara is rebuilt.

Three days ago, she tried to tell the headquarters directly that she wanted to leave, but after hearing that the head office had chosen Hibari to replace her, she gave up the idea and let Hibari come to face Mashiro, which was definitely like a lamb being led into the tiger's den.

The Navy's top brass had a simple idea: for a supervisory mission that was almost risk-free but could bring great merit, it was obviously more worthwhile to send members of the Navy Seed: the secret special forces unit "Sharp Blade".

So, the peacock had no choice but to stay there. (Was it really out of necessity?)

Ohara has been rebuilt, and Mashiro's next step is to figure out how to gather scholars from all over the world here.

These past few days, Robin had been busy with this matter, writing numerous invitation letters for her, but unsurprisingly, they all went unanswered. "I still haven't heard back," Robin said, somewhat disappointed.

"That's normal. In the eyes of all scholars, Ohara has long been destroyed. Now, a Shichibukai inexplicably says he wants to rebuild it. They won't believe it."

"Is gambling with your own life and fortune a trap?" Mashiro said softly, sitting on Robin's lap.

"Then, Master, do you have any ideas?" Robin asked with a smile, feeding Mashiro a grape. "It's simple, just find a representative," Mashiro said softly after swallowing the grape.

Robin instantly understood Mashiro's meaning. Water Seven Castle.

The island is the birthplace of the sea train and also home to one of the largest shipyards in the world. Eight hundred years ago, a warship named "Pluto" was built by the shipbuilding technicians on the island.

Today, a warship entered the port of the City of Seven Waters.

"The waterways of the Seven Waters are quite complex. In addition to the water transport on the flat land, there are many waterways that extend down from the high places of the Seven Waters."

Local residents raise a creature called "Bru" as a means of transportation on water. In addition to its use for water transport, the Bru has a strong carrying capacity and can also be used to assist with moving.

In addition, the city of Water Seven is hit by a massive tsunami every year by a creature called "Aqua Laguna (the God of Water)," so the local residents pay special attention to weather reports about the God of Water.

This will allow the water gods to prepare for disasters before they arrive at the City of Seven Waters, and the island will also provide temporary shelter for the people.

After the water gods attacked the city of Seven Waters, they left a high concentration of sea salt on the eaves of every house. The local residents would then use the sea salt left behind by the water gods.

Salt is used in cooking. "The peacock, looking helpless, explained the situation of Water Seven to its 'master,' who was completely lacking in common sense."

Her mission was to monitor Kiba and Ohara, but now that Kiba was suddenly leaving Ohara, after some thought, she decided to follow him. After all, her "master-servant game" with Mami only had three days left, and she wanted it to end quickly.

After listening to the peacock's introduction, Qi Bai looked curiously at the huge island in front of him, which resembled a city.

"Now that we're here, let's go over there," Mashiro said softly.

"The past? Where to? Come to think of it, I haven't asked yet. What's your purpose in coming to the City of Seven Waters? To build a ship?" Peacock asked. "I'm looking for someone." After saying that, Mashiro opened her arms to Peacock.

"You too..." Peacock was somewhat at a loss, looking at Mashiro's actions.

Mashiro didn't pay any attention, simply stepping forward and scooping the peacock into her arms. Then, her paper wings unfurled, and Mashiro took flight with the peacock. The other marines on the warship simply watched in silence.

One is a Shichibukai, and the other is their superior; neither of them can be offended.

Mashiro's purpose in coming to Water Seven was simple: to find Tom, the world's greatest shipbuilder, and bring him to Ohara.

As the world's greatest shipbuilder, a legendary figure who once built a ship for the Pirate King Roger, his endorsement gave other scholars a reason to come. (In the world of One Piece, shipbuilding is also a form of knowledge, and shipbuilders can be considered scholars.)

"Do you know the location of Tom Shipbuilding Company?" Mashiro asked softly, looking at the peacock in her arms.

"How could I possibly know? I don't even know who Tom is!" Peacock said, blushing and dissatisfied.

"Let's find someone to ask first," Mashiro muttered to herself, as she floated down to the ground with the peacock. Kalifa was walking down the street at that moment.

She is going to meet with the other members of CP9 next.

In order to obtain the blueprints for the ancient weapon Pluton, the government dispatched CP9 to Water Seven to search for information. Kalifa was one of them.

She went undercover as a secretary to Iceberg, the president of Carrera Corporation, and used her position to obtain information about the design blueprints for Pluto.

In the blink of an eye, she had been undercover by Mr. Iceberg's side for four years, and the design for Hades was finally beginning to take shape. Just then, a clear and melodious voice called out to her.

Miss, do you know where Tom Shipbuilding Company is located?

Upon hearing this, Kalifa was momentarily stunned. Tom Shipbuilding Company was the location of the prime suspect.

Chapter 41: CP9 and the Blade

Kalifa turned her head and saw two girls standing not far away, one of whom, an incredibly beautiful girl, was watching her with a light smile.

Khalifa instantly went on alert, bracing himself for battle, and asked, "What do you want with Tom's Shipbuilding Company? Is it something important?"

“It’s nothing. I just wanted to invite the legendary shipbuilder, Mr. Tom, to my place,” Mashiro said with a light laugh. She noticed Kalifa’s subtle movement, but Suzaku paid it no mind.

“You want to take Mr. Tom away, but I don’t think he’s ready to go with you right now.” With that, Kalifa launched an attack on Mashiro.

All the body's power is concentrated in the index finger, which hardens and thrusts at supersonic speed—the Six-Style Finger Pistol.

The finger gun grants the fingertips bullet-like power, easily piercing the human body. Facing the incoming "invisible air gun," Mashiro made no attempt to dodge. The "air gun" vanished the instant it reached Mashiro.

Kalifa's expression changed in surprise; she hadn't expected her finger gun to have no effect on the girl in front of her. After a moment's thought, Kalifa launched another attack.

She instantly kicked at thin air. "Six Styles of Tempest Kick"

The super-fast and powerful kick creates a sharp slashing wave from the vacuum airflow, which attacks Mashiro. This move is powerful enough to easily cleave a target in two.

Facing the sharp slash wave head-on, Mashiro still showed no intention of dodging. She simply extended a finger, and the blue slash wave struck Mashiro's outstretched finger, easily blocking it.

"The power of the true screen." Mashiro said softly.

Seeing this, Kalifa, in a moment of fear, instantly realized reality and prepared to flee. She forcefully pushed off the ground and instantly flew into the air. "Six Styles Moon Walk"

Then, it was all in vain.

Mashiro opened her palm, and an invisible force instantly bound Kalifa tightly in mid-air, then pulled her down and landed in front of Mashiro.

"Oh right, I remember now, the Six Powers of the Navy, Water Seven City, she's a member of CP9!" Just then, Peacock, who had been pondering ever since Kalifa unleashed her finger gun, suddenly spoke up.

CP9? Mashiro turned her head and looked at Peacock with some confusion.

"CP9 is a secret intelligence agency directly under the World Government, and also a special agent organization trained by the World Government. It is responsible for carrying out various secret activities, mainly targeting the Revolutionary Army, a global criminal organization."

"I overheard Grandma talking to Marshal Zhan Guo before, and they seemed to have been infiltrating the City of Seven Waters for the past few years," Peacock said.

"Who are you? How do you know all this?!" Kalifa was incredibly shocked, even feeling fear. As a member of an internal intelligence organization, concealing their identity was more important than their lives.

"I advise you not to attack them, or it will cause a lot of trouble. Even if you are a Shichibukai, you can't withstand the wrath of the World Government." Ignoring Kalifa's question, Peacock continued.

"Seven Warlords of the Sea, could it be...?" Kalifa's expression instantly became extremely tense. She had already guessed the identity of the girl in front of her: the new Seven Warlords of the Sea, a sorcerer!

In a hotel room in the City of Seven Waters.

Lucci, Kaku, and Bruno had already gathered and had been waiting for some time. "Has Kalifa not arrived yet?" Kaku asked.

“She’s working undercover as Mr. Iceberg’s secretary, so it’s difficult for her to find the time. Please wait a little longer,” Bruno explained.

“By the way, there’s something you’ve probably heard about, the reconstruction of Ohara,” Kaku continued. “It was done by that new Shichibukai. I didn’t expect the World Government to agree to it.” Bruno said in a deep voice.

"It wasn't the World Government that agreed, but the Navy. The specific reasons can only be found by asking the higher-ups."

"However, the destruction of Ohara is directly related to our former commander Spandam. In a sense, it was he who launched the Buster Call on Ohara, erasing it from the map," Lucci said coldly.

"In short, if we encounter this new Shichibukai, we'd better be careful. I wonder if she has any special feelings for Ohara," Kaku said with a hint of helplessness.

At this moment, Kalifa has already encountered Mashiro head-on.