One Piece: Starting with Coercing and Enticing Nami

The next second, Nojiko said to Nami with a look of agreement:

"Yes, we'll go door to door and ask them for money. Tote spends money recklessly, we can't be like that, we'll need a lot of money for everything from food and clothing to housing and transportation in the future."

Even close brothers keep clear accounts; we can't use our own money to subsidize them.

This is inappropriate.

With that, he glared at Thoth, then dragged Nami to confront the villagers.

……

After a while.

The ship's living room.

Ah Jian arrived with a subtle look in his eyes, sat on the sofa opposite Tote, picked up the kettle on the table, and poured himself a glass of water.

"Those two girls are going door to door asking for money right now."

"However, it's not much. With the various supplies we provide to your ship, we should receive a total of about 400 million Berries."

At this point, Ah Jian stroked his chin and laughed heartily:

"I bet this isn't your idea. Knowing those two girls as I do, it's definitely Nami who's initiating this, and then Nojiko agrees and steps in to support her."

Upon hearing this, Thoth's lips curled into a smile. No, it was Nojiko who dragged Nami along, but at this moment:

"No, I made them do it."

Ah Jian was slightly taken aback when he heard this. Thoth then slowly said, "I am the captain, the leader of our ship and our group of people."

Since I didn't stop them, then this is my opinion. People's thoughts are inherently changeable, and I changed my previous immature idea.

Ah Jian looked at Tote, a hint of emotion in his eyes, "I thought a man with such a strong will would not go back on his previous decisions."

"That's good. Both girls are very clever and quick-witted, and you are also calm and intelligent. Plus, you can listen to their advice."

That's great, really great. I believe that while you might not win in the future, you definitely won't suffer losses.

"We plan to leave first thing tomorrow morning, so you don't need to see them off. They won't like it anyway."

A hint of reluctance appeared in Ah Jian's eyes. Tote smiled and said, "Uncle Jian, come to our house for dinner tonight. I'll invite Dr. Na Gao along too."

Let's get together.

Upon hearing this, Ah Jian couldn't help but smile. "Alright. Let's drink until we drop tonight. We'll go get Old Gao's stuff together. I know he's hiding a lot of good stuff. You're his successor in medicine, so if you leave, he'll have to give you something in return."

Upon hearing this, Thoth nodded with a smile:

"At that time, Nojiko and Nami will probably need to ask you for some favors."

Ah Jian blinked, but after a moment's thought, he realized what was happening, and a hint of melancholy appeared in his eyes:

“Belmeyer’s Orangery, right?”

"In the garden built on top of the surveying room on your ship, three orange trees have now been transplanted. The only thing I can think of that they are worried about is this orange grove."

Seeing this, Thoth didn't continue, since this was, after all, a matter between him and Nami and the others.

……

8 PM.

In the open space next to the orange grove, a lively scene unfolded amidst the bright lights.

The villagers didn't know who had notified them about the dinner party, but they brought their own pots, pans, and all sorts of their best meats, vegetables, fruits, and drinks.

Those who can cook are busy as bees.

A variety of delicious foods, radiant smiles, hearty laughter, and the crisp sound of bottles clinking together.

The villagers released all the pent-up pressure they had been suppressing for years on this night.

The village girls wanted to invite Thoth to dance, but Nojiko Nami turned them all away.

By the time the final bonfire dance party ended, it was already very late.

Inside the house under the moonlight.

Ah Jian had just left not long ago.

Not long ago, before the two sisters could even ask for help, Ah Jian smiled and took the initiative to take on the task of managing the orange grove.

"What if you got scolded?"

"I got scolded!"

"We originally planned to have Ah Jian hire villagers to help look after it, but we didn't expect him to take on the job himself."

Nami said helplessly.

“Ah Jian still can’t let go of Bellemere. Although I shouldn’t be saying this, it’s time for him to move on.”

Noki looked melancholy.

Tap tap! Thoth tapped the table lightly with his fingertips, drawing their attention back to the table.

"Don't meddle in adults' affairs anymore. Some things, Ah Jian has to figure out for himself."

*Slap! Slap!* Nami gently patted her delicate cheeks. Despite having previously drunk over a dozen villagers unconscious, her eyes remained clear. She asked Thoth curiously:

"We're setting sail tomorrow. Where will our first destination be? Are we going to retrieve the treasure we buried earlier?"

“I have a deal with Rat. In three days, at the port of Kabari, I will conduct a transaction with him worth ten million.”

"Taking away the young master???"

Nami's eyes suddenly widened as she looked at Thoth in disbelief, "One million?"

Nojiko covered her eyes with one hand, then looked helplessly at Nami through her fingers:

"Do you selectively negotiate the price?"

Thoth laughed and recounted the deal he had made with the rat; apart from 10,000 rounds of ammunition, everything else was considered rare.

The die is cast. Nami blushed and looked at Thoth. After taking several deep breaths, she asked Thoth with a sweet smile:

"Lord Thoth, if you are going to make a purchase or sale next time, could you please take me with you?"

"I'm not particularly talented, but I'm an excellent bargainer."

Thoth's lips twitched slightly, and he rolled his eyes at her: "Can you be normal for once?"

Nami's chest heaved with anger as she glared at Thoth, her teeth grinding together. But after a few seconds, she suddenly deflated, her shoulders slumping.

He could only look pitifully at Thoth:

“That’s all our money! It hurts me to see it. Please have some compassion and consider us. You have two beautiful young women at home who need to be fed!”

If you keep going like this, we'll be going out to drink the sea breeze!

Thoth was exasperated. If this girl had come at him aggressively, he could have easily subdued her with one hand, but now she had changed her tactics.

Then we can't take action.

At that moment, Nami opened her eyes wide, her bright, watery eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Thoth covered his face helplessly and could only nod.

Nami's lips curled up slightly, and she winked at Nojiko, as if to say: See, I still have a way, right?

A mere tote, easily handled.

Nojiko smiled and winked at Nami, as if to say: You think you can control him? He's just letting you win.

Nami proudly raised her chin, as if to say: I'm charming, and he likes me.

Nojiko blinked, touched her smooth face, and smiled gently.

Nami immediately pouted and stopped blinking.

Watching the two sisters finish passing the message in the blink of an eye, Thoth shook his head helplessly:

"You guys should get some sleep. We'll leave at eight tomorrow morning."

045. Blade Emperor and Sword Saint!

The next day, early in the morning.

Eight o'clock in the morning.

After paying respects to Belmer.

On the shore, a brown dhow with its sails fully extended left Cocoyasi.

Our destination: Porto Kabari, the most bustling town in the Konomi Islands, half a day's flight away.

Ah Jian and Dr. Na Gao stood on the shore, gazing at the Broken Wave sailboat, its black flag adorned with a sword and staff design in orange, gradually disappearing into the distance.

“In the blink of an eye, they are about to leave our village. I still remember almost 14 years ago when the two girls were just little.”

Ah Jian's eyes held both blessings and melancholy.

"Haha, this is clearly the anxiety of an old father. The children are pursuing their dreams, but what about you? Aren't you thinking about your own marriage?"

Dr. Gao smiled at Ah Jian.

Ah Jian remained calm upon hearing this, and after a while, he said lightly, "Let it be!"

at the same time,

The deck of the Breaker.

Barefoot, Nokiko, holding a bucket and mop, cleaned the light dust on the deck with the speed and efficiency of ice skating.

Nami stood at the bow of the ship, holding a compass and adjusting the course:

"Tote, turn the steering wheel 15 degrees to the left."

At the helm near the cabin door, Thoth adjusted the angle upon hearing the sound, and the Broken Wave quickly changed direction.

Soon, the course was calibrated, and Thoth came outside, stood at the bow, and gazed at the boundless blue sea, enjoying the cool sea breeze.

Nami turned her head and smiled brightly, "The air pressure and wind direction in this sea area are very good today, it will be a sunny day."

Thoth agreed with Nami's conclusion, because the sun was already high in the sky and white clouds were drifting slowly.