Capítulo 345: Chapter 345: Sabaody Archipelago
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Perona quickly adapted to life aboard the Flying Feather, seamlessly blending in without causing any disruption.
Naturally, Nami and Robin couldn't maintain their guard against Perona for long, and they quickly formed a bond.
After all, who could resist an arrogant yet endearingly naive Princess?
Most importantly, Perona's exceptional culinary skills won everyone over within days.
Nami seemed especially delighted.
At only sixteen, she was at the age where playfulness came naturally.
While Robin often preferred reading quietly, now Nami had a suitable playmate in Perona. The laughter of the two girls echoed throughout the ship.
With Perona's addition, the Feather's atmosphere grew livelier.
Even Robin found herself smiling more frequently—a warmth she found herself genuinely enjoying.
However, their cheerful camaraderie occasionally caused trouble.
"If you two mess around in my room again, I'll toss you both into the sea to feed the sharks!" Colt shouted his voice firm and commanding.
Dressed in a bathrobe, Colt sat on the sofa, glaring at the two culprits. Moments earlier, he'd been taking a bath when Perona, in her astral form, emerged through the wall, followed by Nami bursting into his bedroom, shouting, "Got you!"
Caught off guard, Colt could only stand there in shock, allowing them a five-second view.
"AHHHHHHHH!"
Now, as the two girls cowered like scolded children, Colt fumed.
"How am I the one at a disadvantage here? You're the ones who barged in! And you had the nerve to scream first! Where's the justice in that?"
Nami crossed her arms defiantly. "It's not like we wanted to see anything! Who takes a bath in broad daylight, anyway? Besides, that—"
Her face turned red, and she hesitated before adding, "It's so big—it's scary!"
Perona's eyes widened before she became visibly dazed.
Her thoughts seemed to swirl as she nodded unconsciously. "Y-yeah… huge."
Colt sighed.
"I'm sorry my physique is so intimidating," he said sarcastically. "But it's not for your use!"
"Enough distractions," Colt continued, his tone serious.
"From now on, no one is allowed on the third floor without my permission. And definitely not in my bedroom!"
Colt's stern expression made it clear he wasn't joking.
Nami and Perona quickly nodded in agreement, realizing the gravity of their mistake.
At that moment, Robin appeared at the door, her knuckles rapping lightly on the frame. "Looks like we're nearing Sabaody. Nami, you should head to the bridge to take a look."
Robin's timely interruption helped ease the tension, allowing the two guilty girls to flee the room hurriedly.
Colt turned to Robin, a slight smirk on his face. "You have impeccable timing."
Robin smiled warmly and replied, "I was just here to call Nami." Her eyes subtly drifted, scanning Colt's exposed, muscular frame beneath the robe.
Colt rolled his eyes at her boldness. "What are you staring at? Want to join me while I change?"
"Can I?" Robin teased, her eyes gleaming.
The door slammed shut in response, muffling Robin's light laughter.
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Half an hour later, Colt emerged from his room, fully dressed, and stepped onto the deck.
The Feather was slowly docking at the 41st island of the Sabaody Archipelago. Once the ship was secured, Colt and the others disembarked.
Thanks to the clever camouflage added by Iceberg during construction, the Feather appeared to be an ordinary ship. This subtlety prevented trouble from those who might recognize its materials, like the treasure tree Adam, and be tempted by greed.
The Sabaody Archipelago was one of the world's most beautiful locales.
From afar, the interconnected islands appeared like a maze of green roads crisscrossing under a canopy of lush vegetation.
Bubbles, formed from the unique resin secreted by the mangrove roots, floated dreamily into the sky, reflecting sunlight in a dazzling array of colors.
These bubbles, a hallmark of the Sabaody Archipelago, were used for bubble cars, Ferris wheels, and even houses.
"They're mesmerizing," Nami said, her voice filled with wonder as she gazed at the floating orbs.
Colt nodded but quickly steered the group toward their first objective.
"Let's head to some Craftsman first. We'll need to coat the ship for our dive to Fish-Man Island."
Nami controlled her excitement, knowing the coating was a priority.
"Alright, let's not waste time."
Coating the ship was a meticulous process and could take several days.
After some deliberation, Nami selected the most reputable—and expensive—shipyard to ensure their safety.
Colt didn't bother seeking out Rayleigh for assistance, figuring the man was likely off somewhere, engaging in his amusing hobby of auctioning himself.
With the ship's coating arranged, Colt turned to his crew, a grin on his face. "Alright, enjoy your vacation to the fullest!"
He pulled out three stacks of Berries, each worth one million.
"This should be enough for each of you. If it's not, come find me."
Nami eagerly snatched the money, her joy evident.
She even pinched Colt's cheek playfully. Robin accepted hers with a calm smile, likely planning to spend it on books.
Only Perona hesitated.
Seeing her reluctance, Colt pushed the money into her hands.
"It's really for me?" Perona's eyes widened in surprise.
She hadn't expected to be treated equally to Nami and Robin.
"Of course. You're part of the crew now," Colt replied, his tone genuine.
Capítulo 346: Chapter 346: Shopping
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"Don't want it? Then give it back to me."
Seeing the bewildered look on Perona's little face, Colt couldn't help teasing her.
"Who... who said I don't want it anymore? I just think it's too little!" she retorted, her tsundere energy rising.
"Moria-sama gave me way more Berries in the past!"
In truth, Perona hadn't used money to buy anything for years—everything she needed was typically taken by her.
Still, she tried to hold her pride, stiffly defending herself.
Colt smiled and gestured for her to follow Nami and Robin, who were ahead of them.
Perona flicked her ponytails, clearly more flustered than her words let on.
After purchasing several sightseeing carts from a shop, Colt and his group embarked on their vacation.
Their first stop was Island No. 30, the largest shopping district in the Sabaody Archipelago, bustling with endless streams of people.
"Wow, so many shops!" Nami exclaimed, stars lighting up her eyes.
Knowing that Colt was footing the bill, she saw this as a golden opportunity not to be wasted.
"Buy whatever you want! If you can't carry it, just give it to me," Colt declared with enthusiasm.
Shopping wasn't just for women—Colt enjoyed it too, but for different reasons.
While others might relish browsing and spending, Colt found joy in acquiring unique treasures.
Soon enough, Nami and Robin noticed that Colt was buying far more than they were.
"This doll will be perfect for Hanabi," he mused.
"And this set of cosmetics, made entirely from Sea Kings' pearls—perfect for the girls."
With every interesting find, Colt bought without hesitation. Word spread quickly among the merchants, and soon the whole street knew of a "big spender" among them.
"I mean... how many wives does he even have?" Nami asked, staring in shock as Colt bought nearly ten different outfits in a variety of styles.
Robin chuckled.
"Looks like our captain has a soft spot for the ladies."
While the women and Colt shopped, Colt and his party's movements did not go unnoticed.
Their activities were being watched by keen eyes.
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Wano Country
For the first time since defeating Kaido, Uchiha Madara left Wano Country.
His partnership with Kaido was progressing steadily, producing weapons such as seastone kunai, shuriken, and ninja swords.
Much of Kaido's armory was now working to fulfill Madara's demands.
Colt had promised to help Madara further enhance his strength when they met in the New World.
However, Madara was impatient—he saw no need to wait.
Sabaody Archipelago was close enough, and the earlier he met Colt, the better.
As Madara departed, Hiyori—formerly known as Komurasaki—watched him with concern.
"If Madara leaves, will Kaido try to take over the Flower Capital?" she asked.
"Don't worry, Hiyori-sama," Kyoushirou reassured her.
"As long as Kaido cannot defeat Madara, he won't act recklessly. We are safe for now."
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Fish-Man Island: Ryugu Palace
Within the palace, King Neptune was hosting a feast for the new Shichibukai, Hoshigaki Kisame.
After the Marines' clash with the Whitebeards pirates, Fish-Man Island had fallen under Kisame's dominion, becoming his territory.
Though unfamiliar with ruling, Kisame was all too familiar with violence.
Any who dared resist him were swiftly dealt with, their punishments were made public to serve as warnings.
Over time, resistance dwindled, and submission grew.
At the banquet table, Neptune eyed Kisame, who sat calmly, eating only vegetables and refusing alcohol.
"Kisame-san, is the wine not to your taste? I can have some fine selections brought in from other lands."
Neptune's feelings toward Kisame were conflicted—a mix of gratitude and fear.
While Kisame's presence had made the island significantly safer, his methods were ruthless.
Pirates, bounty hunters, and even World Government forces no longer dared approach Fish-Man Island.
Furthermore, Kisame had eliminated Vander Decken IX, who had long tormented Princess Shirahoshi.
Yet, Kisame's treatment of fishmen and mermaids remained harsh.
His cruelty was intended to deter rebellion, and it worked.
Shirahoshi, timid despite her enormous size, spoke up softly, "If you don't like the wine... We can offer you some milk or juice instead."
Though towering over most, Shirahoshi's gentle demeanor always evoked a desire to protect her.
She was grateful to Kisame for eliminating Vander Decken IX, allowing her to reunite with her family, but his presence still frightened her.
Holding a piece of pastry, Kisame shook his head.
"No need. As a ninja, I don't drink alcohol. As for any juice or milk, there also no need for that"
"You're very disciplined," Neptune commented, forcing a smile.
"Did you train in Wano Country, Kisame-san?"
Kisame let out a low chuckle. "I've never been to Wano. Those people aren't worthy of being called ninjas."
Neptune fell silent, unsure how to respond.
Thankfully, his eldest son, Fukaboshi, intervened.
"Kisame-san, what brings you here today? If there's anything we can assist with, please let us know."
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