In the vast sea, a small boat was walking alone. It was a fine weather that was rare. The sea was calm and peaceful. The warm sunlight lazily sprinkled down, giving people a very comfortable feeling.
"Well... it's really warm!"
Vlad, who was wrapped in bandages, lay on the reclining chair on the deck and lazily basked in the sun. His mental state became extremely relaxed with the warm sunlight, appearing very relaxed.
The chef sat on the deck on the side of the boat. He held a kitchen knife in his hand and carved something on a carrot. When he saw the chef's movements, Vlad's expression that was covered with bandages was a little subtle. How should he say it? He felt a little strange.
If he remembered correctly, that knife was indeed the knife that the chef used to fight, right? It was the kitchen knife that had cut many things, right? Was it really okay to cook with such a knife? Vlad was doubtful about this.
"Captain, is it okay?"
The chef asked.
"Huh? What?"
Vlad replied confidently, "Of course it doesn't matter. Although your technique is slightly rough, my body is not covered either."
"Uh.."
"I'm not talking about this. Although I'm quite confident in my own technique."
"I mean, is it really okay to let go of the Marines?"
The chef put away his knife and looked at Vlad seriously. He had to be serious. Vlad's actions had threatened the survival of this small group to a large extent. "Our information has been completely exposed, right?"
The chef was right. Z and Vlad had already fought to the death. Vlad's ability was basically exposed in front of him. This meant that they had finally entered the sight of the Marine.
In addition, they set off from the Sabaody Archipelago. It was easy to connect the Mary Geoise case of Vlad. If that happened, it would be terrible. There was no need for a reason. If there was a suspicion, it would be enough for the world government to attack them. At that time, I am afraid that the only way to survive is to escape into the new world.
"Ha-ha-ha-ha!"
Vlad laughed with a guilty conscience, but he didn't regret it at all. Z wasn't any other person. He was his father's teacher. He was the man that the man really regarded as his father. It could be said that the relationship between the two of them could be said to be that of grandfather and grandson.
Originally, there were few people in the world who still remembered the man, Vlad and Snowden. Of course, Vlad was one. Z was undoubtedly one. Vlad didn't want his father to be forgotten by the world.
"Don't mind it. Chef, don't be afraid!"
Vlad said.
"What are you talking about? Mr. Captain, this is not a matter of fear!"
The chef was a little agitated, and the scar on his back suddenly felt a little hot. The unbearable memories of the past once again came, and huge fear instantly seized his heart.
"We are enemies of the world nobles. If we are discovered, I'm afraid -"
"What nonsense are you saying? How can a chef be discovered?"
Vlad said.
"The ability I displayed in front of Z is completely different from the ability I used in Mary Geoise."
"But, Mr. Captain, the government is not a reasonable person. They won't let us go just because they are not convinced."
The chef said in a low voice, "For these guys who are self-proclaimed kings of the world, just a small suspicion is already the reason for them to make a move."
"No, what you said is wrong!"
Vlad lay on the reclining chair and looked at the sky leisurely. His eyes were very lazy.
He did not seem to mind at all.
"The world government is unable to confirm whether we are really arsonists or not. After all, the flame user who appeared had a fire fist. In addition, the flame I displayed was completely different from before. They are unable to confirm it."
"But -"
The chef was a little excited.
"Don't worry, don't worry, let me analyze it for you. The situation we are facing now isn't too bad."
Vlad laughed, his attitude was very casual and he had the demeanor of a big shot.
"Yes, you are right. Chef, I have already displayed the ability of fire in front of Z. I will naturally enter the eyes of the world government. Moreover, that guy should have already returned to the headquarters."
"Aokiji?"
The cook frowned.
"That's right, Kuzan. I never thought that I would meet him in the new world, or on the ship that would pass by Mary geoise."
Vlad was a little emotional. It was really bad luck.
"Then isn't it terrible?"
The chef said.
"That's right, it's really terrible at first glance,"
Vlad said. "The Navy and the government probably knew that I had been to Mary Geoise, and it was very close to the time when Mary Geoise was attacked. My suspicion has broken through the sky!"
"Then, then what?"
The chef calmed down.
"Indeed, it is true. Right now, I am very suspicious of the government. However, it is impossible to be completely sure. After all, no one has seen who the arsonist is. Naturally, they can't confirm that I am the arsonist."
"But, just like you said, the chef and the government are not reasonable people. Their dignity can not be offended. This is without a doubt, that is to say, even if I am only a little suspicious, it is enough for them to take action!" Vlad said in a very light tone.
"So, Mr. Captain, do you have any other ideas?"
The chef whispered.
"There is only one thing that you have not considered, chef!"
Vlad raised a finger with difficulty. He had to say that Z was really strong. If not for Z suddenly acting up that day, it would be hard to say who would win in the end. Several days had passed and Vlad still hadn't fully recovered. As an enemy, it was really tricky.
"What is it?"
The chef asked.
"You just forgot that the Navy will not come to suppress us!"
"What do you mean?" The chef asked.
Vlad said, "We are not some Tom, Dick, or Harry pirates. We defeated the navy fleet led by the former Admiral."
"So -"
The chef's eyes lit up.
"So, chef, even if they are the most powerful force under the world government, the Marine, even if they want to suppress us, I'm afraid they have to be led by a general, and they have to bring two Vice admirals. After all, you and the maid are not weak."
"But, will the Marine send such a force for us?"
"Of course not,"
The chef continued, "The navy has suppressed the four seas and has run the first half of the great trade route like an iron bucket. However, their forces have always been stretched. As for the strength of the general level, it is even more so."
"One general is stationed in the headquarters all year round, one general is stationed in the new world, and the other one has to deal with the occasional pirates. The revolutionary army is rioting, they do not have any extra strength to chase us!"
"That's right,"
Vlad smiled. "The navy is not willing to pay the price for wanting to suppress us. The navy and the world government have never been on the same side!"
"Yes,"
The chef smiled. "The navy is the strongest army under the world government. Their strength has even surpassed the sum of other forces under the government. How can such a powerful army, such a righteous army, be led by the government? The government probably won't trust them, right?"
"So -"
The chef smiled.
"So, what we need to be wary of next is the peeping of the CP,"
Vlad said, "Before confirming that we are the troublemakers, the Navy will not easily take action!"
"Hahahaha!"
The chef laughed out loud, "So that's how it is!"