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

Aokiji slowly exhaled a breath of cold air.

"It's nothing. If you were to come to Wano Country, the Navy might suddenly gain your fighting strength."

A vicious yet harmless smile appeared on the Den Den Mushi's face.

Yes, that's the real reason Smoker called.

In his view, even though Aokiji had left the Navy, given his understanding and sense of justice, he would never stand idly by in the face of such a situation.

Even if he really doesn't care, contacting him to let him know would maintain a good relationship and allow them to continue getting along.

Given Aokiji's personality, there's a 99% chance he'll arrive here.

If Aokiji were to arrive, given his friendship and relationship with the Navy, how could he possibly not intervene in a battle of this magnitude?!

At that time, their navy will have another admiral-level combatant to help them.

Both the success rate and the safety guarantee will be greatly improved!

It must be said that Smoker's idea was quite good, and it was indeed a brilliant plan that killed multiple birds with one stone.

Unfortunately, Aokiji's current situation is quite different from his original character's wandering aimless existence.

He now has a boat to ride on for the time being, people to talk to, and a group of guys to get along with.

And he actually had a pretty good feeling about these guys.

"I'm already in Wano Country."

These words came to Aokiji's mind, but he looked up and glanced at Luffy, who was holding a Den Den Mushi and laughing and joking with Ace and Tama.

He lowered his eyes and kept those words to himself.

Smoker didn't even get a heads-up about Whitebeard's impending arrival.

Because he didn't intend to tell the Straw Hat Pirates about the Navy's arrival.

Between the two, Yiwan Shuiqingzhi intended to try to balance things out and see how things would develop.

He is now just a homeless, wandering traveler.

Frankly speaking, all these chaotic situations on the high seas have nothing to do with him now that he is a commoner.

All intelligence information from both sides stops at him and is not shared with anyone else.

However~~~

"When we arrive in Wano Country, we must be careful..."

Aokiji gave a word of advice, then paused, "Contact me again if things get really bad."

He could not escape the relationship between the Navy and these younger generations, just like in the original game when he came to Punk Hazard and rescued Smoker.

"Ah, I really hope that day never comes!!"

The Den Den Mushi grinned, exchanged a few more pleasantries, and then hung up.

Click~

Looking at the Den Den Mushi with its eyes closed, Aokiji also fell into deep thought.

In the midst of this monstrous wave that is about to unleash 487, I find myself deeply caught in it all.

This time, however, he did not belong to a clear camp. Instead, he was more of an observer, a person without any identity, in the midst of this vortex.

"Perhaps only in this way can I see things more clearly and thoroughly..."

A hint of understanding appeared in Aokiji's eyes.

"This is also a great opportunity for me. Perhaps, through such an earth-shattering war, I can find the answers to some questions I've been pondering lately..."

"By then, I might understand what I want to do, what I should do, and what I can do right now..."

As thoughts flashed through his mind, Aokiji slowly lowered his gaze.

Beneath those eyelids was an incredibly firm and serious gaze.

And in a certain direction~

"Is the world government also planning to interfere?"

Link picked up a cup of black tea from the table in front of him and took a small sip.

With the interplay of his Observation Haki and electromagnetic waves, almost no part of the surrounding territory could escape his notice.

Therefore, Link overheard the entire conversation between Aokiji and Smoker.

"It seems the awakening of the Mythical Zoan type Nika form of the Human-Human Fruit is indeed making the World Government a bit uneasy."

"So, you've finally made your choice, opting for this method. Is it because you have such a strong, unwavering determination to kill? Ha~"

A slow smile appeared on Link's lips:

"Then let's once again show the World Government our new lineup and growth since entering the New World."

576 [Doraemon Link]!! Getting stronger and stronger, with more and more gadgets!! Let this old man do something!!

"Having spent this time working with Aokiji and accumulating considerable experience and maturity, the Straw Hat Pirates will be completely transformed. Just how powerful will they be then?"

"Hopefully, they won't be too shocked by this later~~~"

Link glanced at Sanji and Usopp, who had transformed into sharp-toothed, white-eyed figures, as Luffy angrily rebuked him for stealing food.

Zoro, who was happily drinking fine wine after receiving his new sword, couldn't help but smile slightly.

During their time at sea, Zoro, Sanji, and the others had already sparred with Aokiji inside the [Canned Food Workshop], truly experiencing the level of a top-tier fighter on the high seas.

The accumulation and refinement they needed most at this age were precisely what Aokiji helped them further perfect.

In this way, their composed demeanor and hidden aura, when fully unleashed, will absolutely astonish everyone!

It is believed that when the war resumes, the Straw Hat Pirates, who made rapid progress in the first half, will continue their relentless advance even after entering the New World.

They have been making continuous progress without any slackening!

"With the addition of new member Jinbe, in short, after this battle ends, who knows how chaotic the world will become~"

"And what scale will this war, which brings together two Yonko, the main characters, the Seven Warlords of the Sea, World Government agents, and the Navy, become?"

Oda once claimed that he wanted the Wano Country arc and its storyline to surpass the Marineford War.

Well, the original version had quite a few more participating forces, but in terms of overall scale, scope, and the purpose and impact of the battle itself, it was far inferior to the Marineford War.

This view is shared not only by domestic readers, but also by international rating agencies, who consider the Wano Country arc to be the worst chapter in the One Piece storyline.

"It seems that the current situation will prevent this battle from becoming the one with the worst reputation."

Link leaned back gently in his chair. "Perhaps this will be the most crucial war that will completely change the course of the world."

"It is even more important and crucial than the Marineford War, and its influence is far more profound!!"

He picked up a spoon and scooped up a waffle from in front of him.

"This is truly a well-deserved battle, even larger in scale than the Marineford War! 々～!"

"I've accomplished what Oda couldn't!"

As Link savored the delicious taste and aroma of the dessert on his taste buds, he gently closed his eyes, a satisfied expression on his face.

It was partly because of the delicious dessert, and partly because of her own transmigration into the world, where she became a butterfly flapping its wings to change her destiny.

During the time he traveled through time, he changed most of the events and outcomes.

Link was also very proud, at least his trip was worthwhile.

"And I also have a vague premonition~"

He browsed through his four-dimensional treasure bag, looking at the new items he had recently drawn.

"The power and effectiveness of the items that are drawn are gradually increasing."

In terms of both quality and usability, it is much better than some of the props from the past.

In particular, there are some familiar-looking items that appear frequently, as well as items that are very suitable for the upcoming battle and give Link a lot of new ideas.

"Perhaps, in the not-too-distant future, this four-dimensional treasure bag will be completely unsealed, and I will obtain those very typical cause-and-effect props that I have been looking forward to."

Link's heart was gradually filled with anticipation.

By then, I might actually be Doraemon in real life!

I just hope that my nickname will stop being "Dora Link" and that "Props Maker" will sound better.

Just as Link was examining and categorizing his items, preparing for the upcoming battle, and considering his nickname...

After Luffy and Tama had their fun with Ace, they hung up the phone.

Well, this was because Ace was forced to hang up the phone.

It was like a massive wave crashing in, drenching the warship completely.

Ace himself, along with his Den Den Mushi, was seemingly caught off guard and was directly swept away by the towering wave.

Before the phone signal was cut off, Ace's panicked screams of "Ahhhhh!" could still be faintly heard.

And then there were the shocked cries of "Ace" from Marco, Jozu, Vista, and the others~~~

"Is Brother Ace alright?!"

Ayu stared wide-eyed again, her mouth agape in shock, and asked.

"Ah, it should be fine~"

Luffy casually put the microphone down and laughed, "Didn't you hear Ace cheering so happily?"

That wasn't cheering at all!

A group of people looked at their captain with some speechlessness, but they all understood that this was Ace's adventure, and he also had his own companions and father.

It seems perfectly fine; there's no need for us to worry about it unnecessarily.

"Is...is that so?!"

Six-year-old Ayu was somewhat skeptical when she heard Luffy, Ace's brother's relative, say this.

Fortunately, Luffy's optimistic nature put her at ease.

Then~~~

"Then, our next step is to gather information about the situation in this country!"

After eating and drinking his fill, Kin'emon touched his shiny chin and wiped the oil off it.

Looking at Tengu Mountain Flying Through, he said solemnly:

"I see that you are a chivalrous and righteous man, and you are also very dissatisfied with Orochi's rule, suffering greatly under his rule. Therefore, I will no longer hide my identity..."

Immediately, Kin'emon explained to Tenguyama Hitetsu his own identity, as well as that of Raizo, Momonosuke, and others, along with their movements and intentions.

Well, after all, the other party was the one who gifted Zoro the precious sword, and his ancestors were also heroes who produced so many legendary swordsmiths.

Therefore, one would assume that their family background and social standing must be among the most prestigious and powerful clans in Wano Country.

Now that they're down on their luck, they could actually be used as allies to fight against Kurozumi Orochi and Kaido, and work together on a grander cause!

This was Kin'emon's idea; with the intention of attracting help by treating people sincerely, he laid everything out in his mind.

Kin'emon wasn't worried that the other party actually had malicious intentions.

With such a magical sorcerer on their side... that is, a prop master, he wasn't afraid that the other side would dare to pull any tricks.

Link's presence gave him the confidence to do this!

"I knew it!"

Tenguyama Hitetsu did not show any shock after hearing Kin'emon's words.

Instead, a complex and wistful look appeared in the old face and the aged eyes.

And a little bit of unspeakable guilt.

What Kin'emon said was not much different from what he himself thought, analyzed, and guessed.

That's why his heart was becoming increasingly restless.

Fortunately, he was no ordinary person either. He had ruled Wano Country for decades and possessed the demeanor and ability of a leader.

He quickly composed himself, and because his face was covered by a long red nose mask, no one could see any unusual changes in him.