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

However, given the unique nature of these two individuals, they would never willingly accept defeat, withdraw from the sea, and fade into obscurity.

The fact that there has been no news from them so far suggests that they may be hiding some other, unknown ideas.

Given the unique nature of these two individuals, the World Government has reason to suspect that the permanent pointer of Laugh Tale resides within them!

Crocodile is the most typical and purest example of an ambitious pirate. His desire to become the Pirate King goes without saying, and this goal has never changed since he set sail.

As for Buggy, he was a member of Roger's crew, so it's understandable that he would carry on his captain's legacy and continue to search for the One Piece.

However, if the Eternal Gear must be applied to these two individuals, the World Government believes that the danger posed by the Eternal Gear to Buggy is far less than that to Crocodile.

Because of Buggy, who had remained unknown in the East Blue for over twenty years after Roger's death.

Even if he is hiding something and has other ambitions, it is most likely not related to Laugh Tale.

Otherwise, in these twenty-odd years, he could have easily sneaked into the New World and run off to Narafdru.

Whatever his ambitions may be, as long as they don't involve the ultimate treasure, then it doesn't matter.

However, the World Government never dreamed that the permanent pointer of Laugh Tale was actually in Bucky's hands.

However, it only remained in Bucky's possession for a short time before being handed over to the Behemoths.

Cavendish and Bartolomeo captured Buggy and obtained the Perpetual Log Pose. After discussing it, they decided to take Buggy and the Perpetual Log Pose with them to find the Straw Hat Pirates.

As for why they were here, it was because they happened to hear about this concert while searching for the Straw Hat Pirates.

On one hand, they thought the Straw Hat Pirates might like to join in the fun and come to this place.

On the other hand, even if the Straw Hat Pirates hadn't come here, they could have easily come here to rest, relax, and listen to this beautiful singing.

Therefore, the two of them didn't discuss it much and decided to come here together.

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However, they never expected that what they thought would be just an ordinary concert would turn into a global catastrophe.

They had just barely escaped death from a major incident.

Before they could even catch their breath, they were once again embroiled in such an incident.

It really is... I don't know if their lives are good or bad~~~

However, for Bartolomeo, the bad thing only happened at the beginning.

Because he soon discovered that the Straw Hat Pirates, whom he had been longing to meet, were actually there, appearing before him as if in a dream.

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Yes, at that moment, his eyes welled up with tears, and he pinched his thigh in great excitement.

He even thought he might be dreaming.

However, as the Straw Hat Pirates made their subsequent actions and Luffy and the others spoke one after another, those particularly familiar words that had been heard in the video Den Den Mushi came through.

The pain in his thigh also made Bartolomeo clearly aware that he was not dreaming...

Well, strictly speaking, he was indeed in this dream space, he was dreaming.

However, for him, this was no different from reality.

And what excited him most was that he was trembling there, extremely afraid and conflicted, wondering whether or not to go forward and acknowledge them.

He had previously worked as a guide and underling for Link in Loguetown.

However, in less than a year, the other party became the most important figure in this vast ocean.

This also created a sense of distance between him and others, making him afraid that they wouldn't really recognize him.

However~~~~

He was clearly overthinking things.

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932 Absolute Defense!! An excellent combination of abilities!!

After their first encounter ended, Shanks arrived, and Uta regained consciousness in the real world.

After Link used the Dream Ladder to send Zoro, Nami, and the others back to reality, he went straight to Bartolomeo.

Even before they arrived at the stage, Link had already used his Observation Haki to scan the entire area.

He knew exactly who was there, so running into Bartolomeo, an acquaintance, was somewhat unexpected.

However, his arrival gave Link a new idea, making it easier to deal with the current situation.

"Just because of that rooster-motif hairstyle..."

Usopp looked at Bartolomeo, who was so excited he couldn't contain himself, with a puzzled expression, and asked uncertainly.

No matter how you look at it, this guy from the "970s" seems pretty unreliable.

"Don't let his personality fool you, even though it's a bit exaggerated, he's actually a good guy."

Link said this with a smile, and Bartolomeo, after hearing this...

"Brother Link said I'm a pretty good guy???"

Immediately, he burst into tears, almost collapsing to the ground.

At the same time, in his eyes, Link's figure grew incredibly tall and imposing, radiating a dazzling golden light that made it impossible for him to look directly at him!

"Oh no, the light is too bright, I can't open my eyes!"

He was both in pain and joyful, shouting loudly, which made Usopp's eyes twitch as he watched.

"His abilities, combined with yours, make for the most powerful absolute defense."

Link patted Usopp on the shoulder, whose eyes clearly showed distrust and suspicion, and said with a smile.

Usopp's current Devil Fruit ability is the result of Link using the "Copy Gloves" to help him obtain the Momo-Momo Fruit ability from "World Destroyer" Bondi Wald.

It can greatly amplify the force, speed, and size of the objects it touches and uses.

Bartolomeo's Devil Fruit ability is the Barrier-Barrier Fruit, which allows him to create a protective barrier that isolates everything.

Bartolomeo can create an absolutely solid barrier that cannot be destroyed by any means, and he can also use the barrier to launch attacks. According to official data, even Diamond Jozu's Glint-Glint Fruit cannot compare to its defensive power.

That's a diamond body that even Hawkeye Mihawk, the world's number one striker, could easily withstand.

This demonstrates just how strong this barrier is.

Currently, there is no external force capable of breaking through it.

The drawback of this barrier is that the total area of ​​the barrier that can be released at the same time is limited, and it cannot be used again once the area is exhausted.

This barrier, combined with Usopp's Momo-Momo Fruit, is the perfect match!

"Should I use my [Momo-Momo Fruit] ability to expand his barrier to the maximum extent?"

Usopp looked at the other side curiously. Bartolomeo had two fingers interlaced in a peculiar pose, and the side he summoned had a blue barrier.

After Link explained his thoughts, Bartolomeo immediately released the barrier.

Usopp tested the barrier with his abilities and Haki, and it was indeed incredibly hard.

At the very least, faced with such a barrier, he couldn't find a way to break through it!

Crackling! !

At the same time, a bolt of black and red lightning created by the [Tot·Music] Demon King struck down!

“Watch me!!”

Seeing this opportunity to shine presented itself, Bartolomeo immediately perked up and roared with immense excitement.

"Protective barrier!!"

In an instant, the square barrier rose up in front of the three of them, completely blocking the pouring black and red lightning from entering!

Boom! !

No matter how the black arcs on the barrier exploded and burst, the square barrier remained standing upright.

As stable as Mount Tai, it completely blocks all attacks and will absolutely not allow anything to break through!

"Amazing!!"

Upon seeing this, a hint of surprise finally appeared in Usopp's eyes...

At this moment, he finally understood that this seemingly unreliable rooster-head hairstyle actually had some tricks up his sleeve.

"Next, the two of you will work together. Usopp, use your Devil Fruit ability to multiply and expand Bartolomeo's barrier. You don't need to completely surround the entire island of Arya, but at the very least, you should cover this stage."

After Usopp had no more questions and the facts were proven, Link said no more and immediately began making arrangements:

"Isolate the [Tot Music] Demon King from the audience and prevent it from harming them."

Well, although this is in the world of dreams, the Demon King [Tot·Music] can manifest in both the real world and the world of singing.

He wasn't sure if the Tot Music Demon King would attack the fans in this singing world, and if their physical bodies in the real world were also affected.

With Bartolomeo's protective barrier, it was enough to withstand the attack of the [Tot Music] Demon King.

Even if we take a step back and assume that Bartolomeo's barrier is still a bit lacking, it's still weakened by Usopp's use of his Momo-Momo Fruit to enhance and amplify it...

Link couldn't even guarantee whether he could break through such a protective barrier without using any items.

It's safe to say that Bartolomeo and Usopp's abilities are a perfect match!

With the two of them helping out and providing support, Link felt completely at ease.

Immediately after Link finished making the arrangements, Bartolomeo and Usopp used their abilities to create a giant barrier tens of meters wide!

"A mobile barrier!!"

Bartolomeo immediately took action! He unleashed his abilities!!

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933 If I were to die now, I would have no regrets.

Immediately following, with a roar from Bartolomeo, the giant barrier instantly began to flow, separating the entire stage from the [Tot Music] Demon King!

To be precise, the Demon King of [Tot Music] was encased and isolated within this separate stage.

In the very center of this barrier, a battleground was created that, no matter what actions were taken, would not harm the surrounding environment in the slightest!

"Alright, your task now is to prevent the attack unleashed by the [Tot Music] Demon King, find any blind spots or leaks in this barrier, and protect the people."

Link clapped his hands lightly, "Although I have great faith in your barrier abilities, this is, after all, the legendary [Tot Music] Demon King, and this is in the dream world he controls."

"Anything is possible, so please make sure to take precautions, Barto~"

"Oh oh oh!!"

Upon hearing these words, Bartolomeo was so moved that tears welled up in his eyes:

“Brother Link assigned me a task and a job. He asked me to do it. I really, really…”

Immediately, two streams of tears, like a waterfall, cascaded down his cheeks. He covered his eyes and howled loudly, "Even if I were to die now, I would have no regrets..."

Usopp, who was still marveling at Bartolomeo's barrier ability, was speechless.

Well, as expected, this guy is an unpredictable psychopath who cannot be judged by common sense.

Under Usopp's bewildered gaze, Bartolomeo's howl suddenly stopped.

"No, now is not the time..."

He blew the bubbles from his nose, his gaze filled with an unprecedented determination:

"I still have to complete the task Brother Link assigned me; I can't let him down!!!"

"Hmm... I had absolutely no expectations, okay?" Usopp muttered, waving his hands with great effort.

"Also, after completing Link's mission, there's that red-nosed clown guy, and the treasure he has, that I haven't yet presented to Link!!!"

"Although Cabbage seems unreliable most of the time, he's a man of his word when it comes to things you ask him to do. He's currently hiding in the rear to keep an eye on Red Nose and prevent him from escaping, so he's trustworthy."

This was just right; with Cavendish watching over Bucky the Clown and the important item from behind, Bartolomeo was able to act with complete confidence and audacity!

"Let me show you my abilities and let Link, Usopp, and other seniors see that I, as a suitor, am qualified to pursue you!!"