The Great Voyage: The Props Master on the Straw Hat Ship

Dealing with such a disaster is truly exhausting.

And just then.

Something else has fallen!

"That's what Daz said calmly from the side."

"What is it this time?! Is it snowflakes or ice crystals?!"

The two men jumped to their feet, nervously preparing to dodge again, when they saw that Daz was holding a publication in his hand.

"newspaper???"

They were taken aback at first, and then they saw several more newspapers falling down one after another.

"this is……"

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[Sorry everyone, I was too busy today and the update is late. The midnight chapter probably won't be available. I'll post it around 7:30 tomorrow morning. Please forgive me!]

432. An admiral who retired from the Navy!! Part of the bet has been fulfilled! What's next?

On the Going Merry, Luffy and his crew naturally also received these newspapers that had suddenly landed.

"This is big news!!"

Even Luffy couldn't help but widen his eyes at the eye-catching title.

It read:

The A Song of Ice and Fire series has come to an end; who will become the new Fleet Admiral of the Navy?!

The battle between Akainu and Aokiji for the position of Fleet Admiral has finally come to a conclusion.

And the one who laughs last, emerges victorious, and becomes the new Fleet Admiral, is naturally...

"Akainu, Sakazuki?"

Link glanced at the news in the newspaper, and it didn't surprise him.

The future leader of this massive organization, the Navy, will still be Akainu, who upholds the iron-fisted justice.

As for Aokiji Kuzan, the loser, well...

"He's left the Navy?!"

Turning to the second page of the newspaper, not only were there silent cries on the USS Merry, but a sudden burst of discussion also erupted on the USS Polar Submarine.

There's no other reason than that this news is simply too astonishing.

The Admiral, who symbolizes the highest fighting force of the World Government and is second only to the Fleet Admiral, has so easily announced his retirement?!

"Sure enough, although he looks very lazy, the determination in his heart is beyond everyone's expectations."

Link couldn't help but sigh.

Both Garp and Sengoku applied for resignation, and both were persuaded to stay by Sora.

Aokiji, however, resolutely announced his withdrawal.

If one cannot put their beliefs into practice, then all they can do is leave.

"This is also what makes Aokiji different from Akainu~~~"

In Link's eyes, Aokiji still had a bit of idealism, and wasn't as realistic as Akainu.

If Aokiji wins this war and becomes Fleet Admiral, then Akainu will absolutely not choose to withdraw!

Even if he disagrees, he will still stand firm in his position as a naval admiral and uphold his own path of justice.

"It's good that they withdrew..."

Link looked up from the newspaper.

"By stepping away from the navy and looking at the current situation from a third-party perspective, one can gain a completely new understanding and insight."

Of course, being able to fulfill his bet with Yixiao is also quite important.

And Link himself was certainly not the only one who could think of this.

"A Marine Admiral has actually resigned, and it's Aokiji..."

Usopp stared at the report in disbelief.

Aokiji was probably the one they were most familiar with among the three admirals.

We met them on that deserted island, then chatted and fought...

"I never imagined someone like him would leave the Navy, and besides..."

Usopp instinctively looked at Link, "The Marine Admiral has left the Marines, so Link, what about your bet with Uncle Issho..."

He swallowed involuntarily.

Upon hearing Usopp's words, the other members of the Straw Hat Pirates immediately realized what was going on.

They all turned to look at Link, who was standing there.

"Hmm~"

Link chuckled and said, "Looks like I've gained the upper hand first~~~"

Meanwhile, inside a tavern on the Grand Line.

"Oh dear, it seems we've been tricked~"

Yixiao put down the ramen he had eaten, leaving not a drop, and gently tapped his head.

"He must have some kind of tool that allows him to predict the future, right?"

"Thus, we anticipated the possibility of a naval admiral leaving the navy, but we never expected to be outmaneuvered."

He guessed this way, and as the news broke, he gradually came to understand.

"However... it's really unexpected (cfbg)."

With a smile, she glanced at the newspaper beside her, her eyes rolling back, and sighed softly:

"A naval admiral, just like that, resigned and left the service."

"Is the justice of the World Government and the Navy so powerless to stop him even a little bit?"

"Furthermore, this is already the first admiral to retire. Could there be a second admiral leaving the navy?"

"If that's really the case, then even if I lose the bet, I'll accept it wholeheartedly."

"At least, we've finally seen through the true colors of the World Government and the Navy..."

Yixiao had already considered his thoughts when he made the bet with Link.

His understanding is very clear and will not be easily shaken by a sudden realization or other unforeseen events.

Therefore, he will wait for the next year to see if a second admiral will actually leave the navy.

This is not just a bet with Link, but also my observation and understanding of naval justice.

It's only a year or so, he can wait that long.

With a smile, she silently picked up another bowl of steaming hot ramen from the table.

He continued slurping there.

On the seas of the New World.

"This world is really not peaceful; even a naval admiral has resigned."

Luffy lay on the deck, marveling at the news reports.

But it only lasted for a short while.

After a while, he finished reading it himself and lost interest.

For him, even such shocking news was nothing more than a diversion from life.

What truly concerned him was the adventure that lay ahead, his own to take on.

"Nami, where are we headed next?"

Luffy couldn't help but look at his navigator.

"The log pointer is currently pointing in three directions. The choice is yours, Captain."

Nami also directly gave the choice to Luffy.

"Three directions?"

Upon hearing this, Luffy tilted his head slightly, seemingly because he had too many choices.

"Which one should I choose..."

He stared at the three record pointers pointing to three different paths, lost in thought.

"Hey, Straw Hat Owner, if you're unsure what to do, why not listen to my opinion?"

Suddenly, Law's figure appeared on the deck of the Going Merry.

Having teleported there using the ROOM, he looked at Luffy and said softly:

"I have a good suggestion."

A flame of revenge gradually rose in his eyes, flickering with its light.

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Dressrosa.

This is the island that Law recommended Luffy visit, the first island he set foot on in the New World.

He didn't hide the information about Dressrosa, and explained to Luffy in advance that the kingdom was the territory of Doflamingo, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

He also revealed his past, including his conflict with Doflamingo.

"On the battlefield at Marine Headquarters, I encountered an enemy from many years ago, and through his abilities, I learned from him about the deal Doflamingo is currently making."

Luo recounted what he had learned from Vergo:

"He secretly harbors the evil scientist M. Caesar Clown under his command, who is developing artificial Devil Fruits and selling them to Kaido, one of the Four Emperors, in order to establish a channel."

"If we defeat Doflamingo, we can also disrupt his artificial Devil Fruit business with Kaido."

"If Kaido doesn't get the Devil Fruit he wants, he will definitely be furious, which will also have a certain impact on the development of the pirate crew."

"By then, although we will face one of the Four Emperors ahead of time, we will also be able to reduce their strength in advance."

"After all, as the head of the Straw Hat crew, if you want to reach the final island, Laugh Tale, you definitely need to obtain the four Road Poneglyphs, and one of them is currently in Kaido's hands."

"In other words, no matter what, we are going to have to fight the Beasts Pirates."

"Instead of letting their power continue to increase, it would be better to destroy them as soon as possible."

Law explained the pros and cons to Luffy without any reservations.

He made his desire for revenge clear, while also explaining the pros and cons involved.

All of this was laid out before Luffy, and he had to make his choice.

"Is that so?"

After hearing this, Luffy tilted his head to the side.

"Link, what do you think?"

As he pondered this, he glanced at the man beside him whom he trusted and relied on the most.

"Based on what Luo said, I think..."

Link glanced at Luo, who had a serious expression, and chuckled, "You can give it a try."

"Is that so?!"

Luffy nodded thoughtfully, then looked puzzled.

"Speaking of which, what's this called, what's this 'candy,' what's this 'drink,' what's this 'Ming Ge'? This name sounds familiar, doesn't it?"

"It's Don Quixote Doflamingo!!"

Nami, standing beside him, sighed and said, "Have you forgotten that we already offended him back in Mock Town?!"