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Chapter 437: Sailing Towards the East Sea
Chapter 437: Sailing Towards the East Sea
The Land of Waves was originally surrounded by mountains, with the entire country situated at a high altitude as if it were a tall stump rising from the sea.
Because of this, with its natural geographical defenses, it was nearly impossible for any ship to enter easily, and the country remained closed off.
However, this situation changed after the samurai of the Kozuki family proposed opening the country and received Feng Ye's permission.
Feng Ye took action himself and used his sword to cut off a section of the Land of Waves, transforming it into a normal island sitting on the sea's surface, no longer surrounded by cliffs on all sides.
Now, one could enter and exit the Land of Waves from any direction.
Losing this natural defense might cause some anxiety, but as time passed and the people of the Land of Waves increased their contact with the outside world, their unease gradually faded as they learned of the fear and respect Feng Ye commanded on the high seas.
The samurai of the Land of Waves were already strong.
With the added protection of Feng Ye's flag, almost no one could invade the Land of Waves, and no one dared to try.
Feng Ye and Robin walked out of the cabin and onto the deck.
Several ninjas and samurai were gathered there, all kneeling with their heads bowed low. In front of them was a delicate and refined young girl with cyan-colored hair.
This girl was none other than the current Daimyo of the Land of Waves, Kozuki Hiyori.
At only fourteen years old, Kozuki Hiyori already possessed a delicate and exquisite face, hinting at the future beauty that would captivate an entire nation.
"Lord Feng Ye, are you leaving?"
Kozuki Hiyori, dressed in fine silk, looked at Feng Ye with slightly flustered eyes as she spoke.
She had just learned of Feng Ye's impending departure and rushed over immediately.
To her, Feng Ye was not only the protector of the Land of Waves but also the object of her admiration. The thought of him leaving made her feel uneasy.
"I'm just continuing my journey," Feng Ye said with a smile as he glanced at Kozuki Hiyori. "I've been in the Land of Waves for a long time now. Don't worry, with my flag here, no one will dare to invade easily."
Kozuki Hiyori bit her lip and looked at Feng Ye with her large jewel-like eyes, a glimmer of hope in them. "Then... can I come with you on your journey?"
"Lady Hiyori..."
Kozuki Hiyori's words left the nearby samurai and ninjas momentarily speechless, and Kasyo Shiro couldn't help but speak up.
Robin maintained her cheerful gaze as she looked at Kozuki Hiyori.
Feng Ye reached out and patted Hiyori's head gently. "You are the Daimyo of the Land of Waves. It's best if you stay here."
Seeing the light in Kozuki Hiyori's eyes dim slightly, Feng Ye smiled and added, "I'll return to the Land of Waves after my journey."
"Really?" Hiyori's eyes sparkled once more.
Feng Ye smiled and nodded at her, then retracted his hand. A deep blue glow appeared in his eyes, and the glow condensed into a strange pattern before his gaze swept across the entire ship.
Silence fell.
The deck, masts, sails, and ropes of the ship suddenly came to life.
"Lady Hiyori..." Kasyo Shiro whispered to Hiyori.
Kozuki Hiyori nodded and followed Kasyo Shiro and the others off the ship, back to the pier on the shore.
A chorus of orderly responses rang out from the back, and the entire ship slowly began to move, departing from the port of the Land of Waves.
On the dock, Kozuki Hiyori watched as Feng Ye's ship grew smaller and smaller until it disappeared from her sight. Only then did she reluctantly withdraw her gaze, a hint of regret lingering in her eyes.
Kasyo Shiro and the others by her side had witnessed this entire exchange, and they shared a knowing look, a bitter smile touching their faces.
Hiyori was in love with Feng Ye.
This was not something that needed interpretation; it was written plainly on her face.
And it wasn't strange for her to feel this way, as there was likely no man in the Land of Waves, or even across the Great Sea, who could match Feng Ye's excellence.
However…
Feng Ye was not merely strong; he possessed a terrifying power that could instantly kill a hundred Beast Kaidos. Such overwhelming might was almost certainly beyond the reach of ordinary humans!
Feng Ye might not even be human at all!
So, for Hiyori to fall in love with him was something that Kasyo Shiro and the others could only regard with a bitter smile. Who knew what the future held for such a development?
On the other side…
Feng Ye walked from the deck into the ship's cabin and made his way to the spacious hall on the top floor. He turned toward the sofa, intending to sit down, but his gaze landed on Robin, and a strange look crossed his face.
Robin stood there, her clothes loose and baggy, her entire frame appearing much smaller. She seemed to have transformed into her fourteen or fifteen-year-old self.
This wasn't the ability of the Hana Hana no Mi.
It was ninjutsu.
Robin had received a portion of chakra from him and had gained the ability to use ninja techniques, mastering various basic jutsu.
Feng Ye gave her a peculiar look and asked, "Why did you transform like that?"
Robin, now dressed in oversized clothing that hung loosely on her smaller frame, plopped down next to the sofa. With an adorable, youthful face, she looked up at Feng Ye and said with a playful smile, "If you like this look, Mister, I can stay like this all the time."
"I think I need to correct a misconception of yours."
Feng Ye looked at Robin helplessly and said, "Actually, I don't have that kind of weird fetish… er…"
Feng Ye's words were interrupted.
The youthful-looking Robin boldly climbed onto his lap, her small hands resting on his chest. A faint, adorable blush dusted her cheeks as she gazed at him and asked, "Really?"
Slap!
Feng Ye facepalmed.
It seemed like Robin had learned some overly bold behaviors… Life was truly full of troubles.
While certain activities were taking place in the ship's cabin, the 'Ohara,' named after Robin's homeland, rapidly left the waters of the Land of Waves and headed straight for the Calm Belt.
The Land of Waves was located in the second half of the Grand Line. To get from there to the East Blue, one had to cross both the Calm Belt and the Red Line.
At the 'Ohara's' current speed, it would take about half a month to reach the East Blue if they sailed at full speed.
Since this trip to the East Blue was to resolve the issue with Gild Tesoro, Feng Ye slightly increased the ship's speed.
Seven days later…
The 'Ohara' arrived in the East Blue!
(End of Chapter)
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