Free Web NovelChapter 172: Chapter 172
Chapter 172
The way to enter Fish-Man Island was also very simple. After coating the ship and sinking into the sea, they only needed to ride the surface currents into the deep sea currents to reach Fish-Man Island, which lay 10,000 meters below the surface.
This wasn’t the ship descending vertically, but more like how strong winds on the sea make ships drift along with them.
Even so, this ocean current had caused countless ships to be buried in the deep sea, becoming ghost ships sunk at the bottom. A passing Sea King or giant sea beast could easily sink any ship that came here.
But in the eyes of powerful people, sailing in the deep sea was like strolling in their own backyard, posing no threat at all.
Rorschach could also use the Float-Float Fruit to control the seawater and create his own "current" leading directly to Fish-Man Island.
And right now, he was doing exactly that — creating a straight current to Fish-Man Island.
Any fish schools or giant sea beasts encountered along the way were frightened away by a single glance from Little Silver swimming in the sea.
With Little Silver escorting them, the journey was smooth and unobstructed.
After changing her clothes, Robin sat on the deck chatting. Rorschach only needed to cover himself with a thin layer of Sin Flame to evaporate all the moisture on his body.
"Is this the legendary underwater paradise? It’s so beautiful!" Mikita stood on the mast, looking into the distance at Fish-Man Island with anticipation.
"I heard there are many beautiful mermaid ladies inside. With your taste, Rorschach, you’ll probably kidnap a few mermaids, right?" Nami said with a smile, teasing him.
"Mmm, as expected, Nami, you understand me best."
Rorschach reached out to play with the long hair hanging in front of the chests of the two girls in his arms, while the two Divine Maids behind him massaged his shoulders.
Currently in his arms were not the usual Nami and Karina, but Vivi and Perona.
The reactions of the two girls earlier had been very interesting, so his mischievous side came out again. He hugged both girls at once and started cuddling them.
With both hands free, Rorschach began playing with their long hair.
Vivi and Perona looked like innocent girls being bullied by a tyrant, with expressions of daring to be angry but not daring to speak. This only fueled Rorschach’s desire to bully them even more.
With the two Divine Maids standing behind him, Rorschach looked even more like a bully.
"But you’ve reminded me, I’ll probably have to visit Ryugu Palace later."
Rorschach pinched Vivi in his arms, causing her to let out a soft "mm" sound. The other girls all rolled their eyes. fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm
Vivi’s face turned so red it looked like it could drip water, and her head was almost buried in her chest.
It looked like she had already fallen for him. It wouldn’t be long before Rorschach made his move.
Seeing Vivi’s reaction, Rorschach nodded in satisfaction.
"Ryugu Palace? Captain Rorschach, your target wouldn’t be Princess Shirahoshi, right? The one whose beauty is said to rival the world’s number one beauty, the ’Pirate Empress’?" Reiju asked with a smile, her tone light.
"As expected of one of the people who understands me best!" Rorschach gave Reiju a thumbs up and a big smile.
Who understood him best on the ship? Nami! Karina! And Reiju! Plus Robin was halfway there.
The first two had followed him for a long time, while the latter two could see through him completely due to their mature thinking. Robin would reach that level soon.
The other girls were already used to it. They all knew Rorschach was a huge pervert (LSP).
He had even captured Celestial Dragons to play with. Adding one mermaid princess wasn’t strange at all.
Rorschach never hid the fact that he was a pervert, which helped the girls accept it faster.
He only recruited female crew members. Guys like Lucci and the others were stationed on the island as guards to protect Caesar and the rest.
Having too many men around a ship full of beauties would be an eyesore, so he didn’t bring the Golden Lion’s former subordinates onto the ship as sailors. They remained as his subordinates elsewhere.
"What a man with endless desire. Even with so many of us on the ship, we still can’t satisfy you," Nami said helplessly, giving him an annoyed glance.
There was nothing they could do. No matter how many of them tried together, they still couldn’t satisfy Rorschach. His physique was simply too strong.
Rorschach laughed loudly. "Hahahahaha!"
He tightened his arms around Vivi and Perona. The two girls’ faces became even redder as they lowered their heads in silence.
Soon, the Ryūyū arrived at the entrance to the island.
Rorschach controlled the ship and smoothly steered it into Fish-Man Island’s harbor.
Passing through the entrance, Rorschach saw the fishman guards responsible for watching the entry and exit points.
One fishman guard, face full of panic, quickly pulled out a Den Den Mushi and made a call.
Clearly, the appearance of Rorschach’s giant sailing ship had already been exposed, and they had recognized who had arrived.
Rorschach had been making too much noise in the world lately, so all the major sea powers were paying close attention to him.
His arrival was bound to cause a huge sensation on Fish-Man Island.
Even though Fish-Man Island had Whitebeard as its backer, King Neptune didn’t dare to neglect Rorschach.
The might of the new overlord of the seas was truly terrifying.
After anchoring the ship, Rorschach stood on the island’s land and stretched lazily.
The guards didn’t dare stop him and simply let him pass. They must have received orders.
But once he actually set foot on the island, Rorschach suddenly didn’t know where to start exploring first. It looked like he should get a tourist map.
"Finally, we’ve reached Fish-Man Island! This is great!" Nami’s eyes sparkled as she scanned her surroundings.
"It really is like a dreamlike paradise," Robin couldn’t help but exclaim.
"Hahahahaha, we can have a good time playing here for the next few days. I’m really looking forward to the mermaid ladies here," Rorschach said, hands on his hips as he laughed heartily.
Suddenly, Rorschach seemed to notice something. His movements paused, and his gaze turned in a certain direction.
Nami also noticed his subtle action. Her electric waves could sense the entire Fish-Man Island, so she slightly strengthened her perception in that direction.
"A pretty strong guy is coming," Rorschach said with a smile, his tone light.
"Could it be the king here? The one known as the ’Great Knight of the Sea,’ Neptune?" Nami guessed, sensing a powerful aura.
"Well, no matter who it is, it won’t affect us anyway. Nami, you girls go ahead and explore Fish-Man Island first. I’ll wait here for this guy."
"Then be careful. We’ll head off first."
Nami waved her hand and left with the other girls.
They didn’t have a specific destination, but exploring first was always good.
There was nothing on Fish-Man Island that could threaten them. In Nami’s perception, aside from a few decently strong individuals in one direction, the rest were insignificant.
The strongest presence was still the mysterious person heading their way.
"Don’t you know my strength yet? Don’t worry," Rorschach said confidently. "Little Silver, you go with Nami and the others. If anyone has bad intentions, don’t hesitate — just eliminate them."
"Chirp!"
Little Silver responded with a cry and flew over to the girls’ side. Perona’s big cute eyes sparkled as she grabbed the little dragon and started gently petting it.
Rorschach waved at them and watched their figures gradually move away.
He then sat on a reef. Below him was a stretch of sea where countless fishmen and mermaids lived — the lower layer of Fish-Man Island.
Rorschach’s eyes also caught sight of the mermaid ladies swimming in the water.
"Huh~~~ So these are mermaids? They really are cute. I wonder what they taste like? I’m getting more and more eager to recruit a few mermaid ladies."
Rorschach rubbed his chin as he admired the beautiful scenery below.
"’Golden Lion II’ Lord Rorschach, I’ve heard a lot about you!"
Just as Rorschach was enjoying the view, a deep and powerful voice came from behind him.
A three-meter-tall, bulky whale shark fishman with two large teeth on his lower jaw, wild wind-like eyebrows and sideburns, wearing a patterned red yukata and wooden clogs, stood not far behind him. The sun mark of the Sun Pirates was printed on his chest.
Although Rorschach didn’t turn around, he already knew who it was.
It was one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea — the "Sea Knight" Jinbe, whose bounty had once reached 250 million berries before the bounty system was suspended.
"Hey, I’ve been waiting for you for a while," Rorschach turned around, waved casually, and greeted him like an old friend. "I wonder what you came to find me for, Sea Knight Jinbe."
"Well, no need to be so nervous. I’m not here to cause trouble. I just came to see the legendary underwater paradise."
Looking at Jinbe’s serious face and vigilant eyes, Rorschach spoke with a smile and calm tone.
He still greatly admired Jinbe.
Jinbe was chivalrous, righteous, and extraordinarily courageous. He could face Big Mom’s Soul Pocus without the slightest fear.
Although he came from the rough streets of Fish-Man Island, he was the true successor of Fisher Tiger’s will — a very good man.
"I was rude, Lord Rorschach." Jinbe slightly lowered his head in apology, though his eyes still carried some vigilance.
He wouldn’t let his guard down just because of a few words. After all, this was his home.
If Rorschach tried to harm Fish-Man Island, he would stop him no matter what.
"It’s fine." Rorschach waved his hand, not minding it.
He understood why Jinbe was being cautious. They weren’t familiar with each other, so this was normal.
"Lord Rorschach, our King Neptune learned of your arrival and specially asked me to invite you to a banquet at Ryugu Palace. Would you be willing to attend with me?"
Seeing how casual Rorschach was, Jinbe relaxed a little and spoke with a serious but polite expression.
"Thank you very much for King Neptune’s hospitality, but we’ve just arrived and plan to explore Fish-Man Island first," Rorschach said, scratching his head with some distress.
"I see. Then allow me to show you around and introduce you to Fish-Man Island. Ryugu Palace still needs some time to prepare the evening banquet. There’s plenty of time to enjoy the island now."
"By the way, did Lord Rorschach come to Fish-Man Island alone? I don’t see any companions."
"Ah, about that. They went ahead first. I was waiting here for you. They’re probably playing somewhere now."
Rorschach expanded his Observation Haki and found that Nami and the others hadn’t gone far.
"I see. I made you wait here specially for me. I’m truly sorry," Jinbe said, lowering his head again in apology.
As expected of Sea Knight Jinbe — his etiquette was impeccable in every aspect.
"Hahahahaha, no need to be so serious. Let’s go, Jinbe."
Rorschach patted his shoulder casually and started walking toward where Nami and the others had gone.
Jinbe lowered his guard and followed.
"Hey, Jinbe, do you know a guy named Arlong?"
Rorschach’s sudden question made Jinbe stop in his tracks.
"I know..." Jinbe’s expression became complicated, and his emotions shifted dramatically.
"Arlong and the others’ actions... his ending was entirely his own fault. Please, Lord Rorschach, do not take out your anger on his family or Fish-Man Island because of this matter."
Suddenly, Jinbe dropped into a full dogeza bow, his face full of conflict. ƒгeewebnovёl.com
This was Arlong’s fault, and also his own for not disciplining him properly. But he didn’t want this to lead to the destruction of Fish-Man Island.
"It seems you already know about this. You’ve got the wrong person to apologize to," Rorschach said calmly. "It’s not that Arlong owes me anything. It’s my two crew members who suffered because of him."
He continued in a calm tone, "The ones causing trouble in the East Blue were Arlong’s gang. You didn’t know about it at the time, and the culprit has already been killed by me. So I’m not too concerned about this matter."
"But the key is Nami and Nojiko. I don’t know if they’ll feel uncomfortable about it."
At the same time, he knew that Nami and Nojiko’s personalities would absolutely not take out their anger on Jinbe or Fish-Man Island because of this. They were very kind and understood what it felt like to be oppressed. They couldn’t amplify the pain they suffered onto the entire Fish-Man Island.
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