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

Xiaosong swallowed hard; he really didn't know what to say or what to do.

"It's really unbelievable."

The gentle smile on Coco's face was gone, replaced by a serious expression.

"If something like this falls into the hands of someone with ulterior motives, the consequences would be unimaginable..."

If Komatsu's thoughts are all about the good and beneficial aspects of this world...

Coco, who always considers things very comprehensively, is concerned about the various consequences caused by this spoon, especially in dangerous aspects.

This world contains not only many wonderful and normal ingredients, but also many dangerous ingredients that cause great damage to the world and the natural ecosystem.

Zebula was imprisoned in the gourmet prison, Hive Prison, mainly because his brutal personality had led to the extinction of twenty-six dangerous species.

If there is an extreme sense of pursuit, and no regard for the consequences, disregard for the safety of the world, and recklessly digs up those extinct and extremely dangerous ancient ingredients.

That would be a catastrophe for the world and its people.

Among these, extremist organizations such as the Gourmet Club are the most prominent.

If such a small spoon were to fall into the hands of a gourmet club...

Coco's face was now completely serious.

"I never imagined such a magical thing existed~~~"

Toriko looked at the spoon Link took out with some surprise, then broke into a hearty smile.

"For those who can't afford gourmet food but still crave its flavor, this is a godsend!!"

He immediately revealed the true significance of this prop.

Only someone like him, who is truly devoted to and passionate about food, could understand the true purpose behind the creation of this prop.

"If you like it, I'll give it to you."

Link looked at Toriko, a smile slowly spreading across his lips. "Perfect, you won't have to go through all that trouble to chase after so many delicious foods anymore."

"Mr. Toriko?!"

Upon hearing Link's words, Komatsu's body suddenly trembled.

He raised his head, his large eyes wide open, even larger than his nostrils.

His large nostrils also caused him to breathe faster, making his panting incredibly heavy.

His eyes gleamed with a mixture of hope and struggle.

because……

"No, I don't want this."

Toriko refused with a smile without even considering it.

"For me, the true enjoyment of ingredients is to go out and explore for them myself. Only ingredients obtained in this way can be the best response to my appetite and to the bounty of nature."

Well, aren't all the main characters biased in their own way, claiming it's the best choice for them to make in order to uphold their beliefs, when in reality they're taking a roundabout approach?

Link didn't understand this, but he supported Toriko's choice.

"Mr. A Lu..."

Komatsu also breathed a sigh of relief, and a glint of light shone in his eyes as he looked at Toriko.

That's right, it's precisely because of this belief and understanding that he knows Mr. Toriko so well!

but……

I really want that magic spoon too!!

You can see more ingredients that you've never seen before but have only heard of, and you can try, analyze, and cook them...

Xiaosong felt a pang of regret.

"Really? You're going on an adventure for the sake of delicious food?"

Luffy smiled and held down his straw hat.

It's like I'm continuing my voyage at sea because of the existence of the Great Treasure.

Earlier, before the Marineford War began, Rayleigh had mentioned this to Luffy and his crew at the Canned Food Works.

"We have reached the final destination and know everything."

He said this to Luffy and the others with a smile.

Despite it being such an important event, Rayleigh spoke of it as if it were nothing significant.

"If you want to know, I can tell you."

Although it sounded extremely tempting, Luffy still resolutely refused without hesitation, despite the fact that this was something countless people on the high seas dreamed of.

In his view, the search for the great treasure was his own journey, and he would not allow anyone to change his purpose.

In Toriko's eyes, the pursuit of unknown ingredients is his own great treasure.

Of course, if Luffy and Toriko were to switch places...

He would accept it without hesitation.

After all~~~

"Sanji, I'm hungry again! Is there anything else to eat?!"

Luffy, noticing his stomach rumbling again after hearing so many stories, went to find Sanji to search for extra seafood-fruits that looked like Chinese steamed buns and could be eaten one bite at a time.

In Luffy's opinion, food is definitely more delicious when you get it after going through a lot of hardship.

But what he cares more about is what he eats and swallows, so if he could easily enjoy a lot of delicious food without any effort...

This is practically a dream that isn't even a dream for him!!!

"I see. I understand~"

Link, who wasn't surprised by Toriko's choice, smiled and said, "Mr. Envoy."

However, he had no intention of taking the spoon back.

"Please give this spoon to IGO's chairman, Ichiryu, on my behalf."

"Given his experience and way of handling things, he should know what to do with this spoon."

537 Yi Long, who changed the world with props!! The dust has settled; in the end, all good things must come to an end!!

Yi Long, the president of the Food Association IGO, is hailed as the "strongest man in the world" after the food god Acacia.

In other words, he has a title, status, strength, and influence that are roughly equivalent to Whitebeard in this world.

He was the most important of the three disciples that the God of Gourmet Acacia took in during his later years, and he was also the master of the Four Heavenly Kings of Gourmet Food, including Arisa Nikoko.

He was a leader in the culinary world, and some might even say he single-handedly created the era we live in today.

His high status and great power made him a figure of considerable influence, as leaders of various countries sought to meet him privately.

Even after his death, his "life menu" saved all of humanity after the end of the Gourmet Age.

"Chairman Yi Long?!"

Toriko thought about it carefully.

Indeed, if such a magical spoon were given to Mr. Yi Long, the effect it would achieve would be beyond his wildest imagination.

Who knows, Yi Long might even be able to change the whole world with this tiny spoon!

As an old man who survived the previous era and single-handedly created the world and era we live in today, he definitely has the ability and means to do so!

Toriko, who was raised by Ichiryu from a young age, firmly believed this in his heart.

Not only him, but also Sani and Coco, who were standing next to him, had the same thought in their hearts.

Moreover, Coco's expression softened again after hearing about Chairman Yi Long.

The latter has such influence that people can completely trust it.

This peace of mind refers to all aspects.

Just as the Straw Hat Pirates trust Link and consider 937 to be the most reliable person, Yi Long holds the same position in the eyes of these Four Heavenly Kings.

"If we hand it over to Chairman Ichiryu..."

Toriko hesitated but did not answer.

Although he also knew that giving this spoon to Yi Long would be extremely beneficial to the food era and the world.

But such a magical thing is not something that can be accepted so easily.

"Let's just forget about it."

Toriko slowly shook his head.

"This thing is far too rare and valuable. If we just hand it over to Chairman Yi Long like this, then Link, you...you..."

Toriko couldn't continue speaking after a while.

Because he saw that Link suddenly produced a whole bunch of identical spoons in his hands.

“I was thinking that Mr. Yi Long might have a big appetite, and one spoon might not be enough to satisfy his needs, so it would be better to take more.”

Link lifted the tray of "sample spoons" in his hand, which looked like they were a package deal, and moved them upwards.

"That should be enough for him... By the way, what were you guys talking about?"

Link looked at Toriko, Komatsu, and the others, who had fallen into a numb state again, their eyes turning into tiny beady eyes, and asked with some confusion.

As he asked his question, one of the spoons on top of the pile of "tasting spoons" in his hand wobbled and eventually fell off.

Clang.

The fact that it fell to the ground struck a chord in the hearts of Toriko and the others.

"No...nothing."

They spoke somewhat stiffly.

Well, it seems their imagination is still too limited and constrained.

They completely failed to grasp the true meaning of "dog boss"—what a real boss is.

So what you consider very precious is just so-so in other people's eyes.

Sure enough, just like how ingredients and dishes that you think taste delicious and treat like treasures are looked down upon by others.

Never define others based on your own thoughts and perceptions.

Yes, they learned something new today~~~

…………

The [tasting spoon] is like the mung bean ice cream you buy; it costs the same, but there are four spoons inside.

Both are items that are drawn daily, but the [tasting spoon] that Link drew was like this, almost like a whole bunch of them were given away as a gift.

It's probably a four-dimensional pocket, and considering that Link didn't get to fully enjoy the experience, they specially gave him this big gift package.

Therefore, there are basically plenty of these things.

Even after giving so much to Yi Long, Link still has quite a few left.

As for why I plan to give it to Yi Long...

Just as Toriko and Komatsu Coco thought, these "tasting spoons" in Ichiryu's hands will definitely set off a culinary storm in this era of food.

The entire world order will be rewritten once again.

This kind of approach—changing the world without ever having to show your face or even appear in public, simply by using your insignificant tools…

Link would be more than happy to do it!

And~~~

Isn't it interesting that one's small actions can have such a huge impact on the world?

Furthermore, Link genuinely wanted to see if Yi Long's fate would be rewritten once again after he received these "tasting spoons."

Will he still die at the hands of that blue Nitro...?

Perhaps it's like how he saved Ace during the Marineford War, or Whitebeard...