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

It can be said that among the available candidates, no one is more familiar with the situation in Kuri than Ashura Doji.

Having gone through so much, Ashura Doji is no longer the ruthless bandit he once was.

He was to govern Jiuli, a place that held too many memories for their retainers and family, and where their tombstones were located.

Given his feelings for Kozuki Oden, it should be no problem at all.

As for Ringo, Kawamatsu, under the name Ushimaru, worked as a robber at the bridge for quite some time.

It could be said that it was his headquarters and backyard.

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Chapter 698: The Straw Hat Pirates are shocked by Aokiji's actions, and Chopper angrily berates Aokiji!

Moreover, the strong physique of the Kawamatsu fish-man is sufficient to withstand the cold and resist the wind and snow of the Ringo region.

It would be most fitting for him to be the daimyo of the Bell Queen.

Both of them are loyal retainers of the Kozuki family and are people who can be completely trusted.

Of the remaining two areas, Nozomi and Udon, Udon requires guarding so many prisoners, a heavy responsibility.

Only loyal and capable retainers can fulfill this role.

After careful consideration, Hiyori decided to have Nekomamushi and Inuarashi take turns switching roles.

They rotate every month or half a year, either going to the rabbit bowl restaurant or guarding the Flower Capital.

In any case, the two of them had the experience of alternating between day and night in the Woolly Principality, so they were quite skilled in this regard.

"643" On Nozomi's side, Hiyori Kozuki also assigned this important task to the brothers Izo and Kikunojo.

They are themselves descendants of the Hanayose school, and in this great environment...

Although they may have abandoned this school of thought, at the very least they should continue to promote it.

After returning, Izo felt deeply that he had failed to fulfill his duties as a retainer of the Kozuki family over the years.

Therefore, he made a decision to stay and serve the Kozuki clan and the new general of the Kozuki family.

Therefore, he even met with Ace to ask him to convey his apology to his father when he returned.

From now on, I will no longer be able to serve as a crew member and division commander on Whitebeard's ship, and continue sailing the seas with my father and his crew.

However, he was always a member of the Whitebeard Pirates and one of Whitebeard's sons.

If there's anything that needs him in the future, he'll do his best without hesitation!

In this way, the daimyo of other regions were all properly arranged by Kozuki Hiyori.

As for the remaining retainers...

The status and position of Denjiro and Kin'emon, these two elder brothers, speak for themselves.

As the head of the retainers, Kin'emon naturally followed his lord wherever he went.

Denjiro, having cared for Hiyori Kozuki for so many years, naturally couldn't bear to leave her.

These two retainers, along with the cat and dog servants who take turns guarding the safety of Hiyori Kozuki.

In addition, the care of the general's residence was also taken care of by the newly formed Oniwabanshu ninja force, which was composed of Raizo and Shinobu.

It can be said that Hiyori Kozuki has made perfect arrangements for all the forces she currently has at her disposal.

"Grandfather, is there anything else you're asking?"

Hiyori Kozuki said with a respectful expression.

"No~"

Kozuki Sukiyaki put down the document in her hand, her expression somewhat complicated.

"You arranged it well."

His eyes held a mixture of relief, regret, and emotion.

Who would have thought that such a young girl could do all these things so well?

"Perhaps, it wouldn't be such a bad thing if Hiyori took over the position of shogun..."

The same thought also came to Kozuki Sukiyaki's mind.

Meanwhile, Hiyori was arranging the subsequent governance of Wano Country.

Meanwhile, the Straw Hat Pirates were facing a major event.

That is the addition of new companions.

“Ehhhhhhhh?!!!”

Inside a room, the Straw Hat Pirates stared in disbelief at Link and the tall figure standing beside him.

"I...I didn't hear that right, did I?!"

Usopp stared wide-eyed, his voice stammering:

"Link, you just said..."

Gulu.

He swallowed hard, looking at Aokiji standing there, seemingly as calm and composed as a mountain:

"He wants to join us?!"

"Ah~"

Link nodded slightly and chuckled, "You heard me right, that's exactly it."

Usopp: "..."

"Really?!"

Nami cupped her cheeks in her hands, her eyes filled with shock. "He's a Marine Admiral! How could he possibly join us as a pirate?!"

"Could it be that I'm working undercover?!"

Little Chopper also said something in a trembling voice.

In fear of the sudden event, he tried to cover himself with his hands, but ended up exposing most of his body...

"Oh my, this lady, the 'Little Cat Thief,' and the 'Tanuki Monster'..."

"I'm a reindeer, you bastard!!!"

Chopper was once again hit where it hurt, turning his eyes white and teeth sharp, and subconsciously cursing even the former Marine Admiral Aokiji.

Yes, being able to do that makes one a rare figure on the high seas.

However, after he finished cursing, he realized what he had done and quickly hid again.

"Uh, sorry, Dr. Reindeer."

Aokiji took off his sunglasses and said casually:

"I have already retired from the Navy and am no longer an admiral."

"Now that I'm a free agent, I have the right to decide whether to switch sides, right?"

Well, logically speaking, there's nothing wrong with what they're saying.

but……

"He was originally a naval admiral, but now he says he wants to join us..."

Sanji lit a cigarette to calm himself down.

"How could anyone accept something like this so easily?!"

"That's right, hoohoo!!"

Franky crossed his arms forward, even assuming a defensive stance:

"Perhaps you're planning to infiltrate our pirate crew, become a Marine spy, and then, at some point in the future, launch a surprise attack against us and wipe us out in one fell swoop!!"

"You're right, Frankie-san~"

Brook, drawing his sword, chuckled softly, "Yo ho ho ho ho, a former admiral of the Marines suddenly joining the pirates~~~"

"If there weren't some other motive or intention involved, it's really hard not to be suspicious!!!"

"That's absolutely right~"

Jinbe, the Knight of the Sea, sat cross-legged on the ground, his arms clasped in front of his chest, his face also serious.

"The idea of ​​a Marine Admiral joining the pirate ranks is something that demands utmost caution, taking into account all the potential risks and concerns associated with such an application!"

Zoro, standing beside him, said nothing, but his solemn gaze spoke volumes.

699 You agreed to let him join just so he could eat smoothies and shaved ice?!

Clearly, he was wary and cautious about Aokiji's sudden idea to join their side.

"Oh dear, if I really had any ideas, I would have intervened when you were fighting Kaido and Charlotte Linlin."

Aokiji shrugged, completely relaxed.

"Besides, I could easily find other reasons to stay on your ship instead of directly stating that I want to join you."

"Since I dare to confront this argument so directly, it naturally demonstrates my sincerity."

"I think Nicole Robin is the one who can best sense how serious I am about this, right?"

After he finished speaking, all the other Straw Hat Pirates crew members, including himself, looked at Robin, who was standing there silently.

"Indeed, based on my understanding of you, you are very likely not lying, and your attitude is very serious..."

Seeing so many of his companions looking over, Robin hesitated before speaking.

"But~"

Before Aokiji's expression could soften, she continued softly:

　20 “This cannot change the fact that you were once a Navy Admiral, a very sensitive position.”

"Therefore, I have reservations about your joining us."

Robin looked at Aokiji with clear and bright eyes, and spoke frankly.

With so many companions by her side, she has long since recovered from the disaster that happened in Ohara.

Therefore, even when facing Aokiji directly, she was able to face him calmly and without hindrance.

Moreover, his application will not be influenced by any personal thoughts or opinions.

It was entirely from the perspective of the entire pirate crew.

"Ara ara, I understand."

Aokiji nodded slightly; Robin's attitude was perfectly normal.

"That is to say..."

He then shifted his gaze to Luffy, who was eating heartily, seemingly unfazed.

"In the end, the captain has to make the decision, right?!"

Following Aokiji's words and gaze, everyone turned to look at the silly captain who was feasting and drinking there.

"Gudong."

After swallowing the mouthful of meat, Luffy asked the question without any concern, ignoring the various gazes from the crowd.

"You're planning to join us, right?"

He looked at Aokiji and said.

"Yes."

The latter nodded.

"That……"

The cargo captain then looked at his reliable first mate, "Link, what do you think?"

"That's fine with me."