Chapter 118: The Encounter Between Two Disciples

Grand Line, Water Seven Island, Suburbs, Former Tom Workers Building.

"Well, why did you call me to come to a place like this?" Franky asked seriously while looking at Iceburg in front of him, "You must have something very important to discuss with me that you called me to speak here, right?"

Franky and Iceburg are currently in Tom's former workplace, which is named Tom Workers. This place is usually used by Franky and Iceburg if the two of them want to meet and discuss something very important.

"What about the blueprint of the ancient weapon - Pluton? Still safe with you?" asked Iceburg seriously.

"Why do you ask that?" Franky asked again with a frown.

"I just want to make sure"

"Stupid! Do you think I can't keep one of Master Tom's relics?" Franky said angrily as he took out the blueprint inside his body and placed it on the table in front of the two, "This is it. You can check it too."

"No need." Iceburg shook his head.

"Well, say it. What is your purpose for calling me here?" Franky asked again as he kept the blueprint back, "Your goal isn't just to make sure, is it? You must have other goals that you want to talk to me about."

Iceburg sighed while nodding, "Yes. You're right. There is something I want to discuss with you and this is something very important." Iceburg's gaze instantly became very serious as he looked at Franky, "Franky, for a while. Please leave Water Seven Island"

"Ha?!" Franky was very surprised by the words of the iceburg, "Nonsense! Leaving Water Seven Island? That's impossible Stupid Burg! I can't possibly leave this place especially there are a lot of my sweet little sisters here. Your request—-"

"Franky!" Before Franky could finish his sentence, Iceburg called his name again with a more serious tone than before which made Franky pause for a moment. Because the tone that Iceburg emits at this time is very different from the tone he usually uses to call him even if Iceburg is angry or has other emotions.

"Water Seven Island is currently in danger" Iceburg said again in a very deep and also very serious tone.

"Dangerous?" Franky's face immediately changed when he heard this.

"I just got a communication line with King Fortis this afternoon" Iceburg said calmly, "Currently Water Seven Island has been infiltrated by various spies sent by various powers such as the Revolutionary Army, the Emperor of the Ocean as well as the World Government."

Franky suddenly fell silent hearing this and Franky saw Iceburg's face became very gloomy.

"My secretary - Kalifa, the Foreman of the Galley-La Company Rob Luccy and Kaku, and the owner of Cafe Blueno namely Blueno are spies sent by the World Government to obtain blueprints for the ancient weapon - Pluton from us"

" What ?!" Franky suddenly rose from his seat, "That… Aren't you kidding?"

"I'm not joking, Franky" Iceburg said seriously, "This is news that King Fortis brought to me. The four of them are spies sent by the World Government to obtain the blueprints for the ancient weapon - Pluton." Iceburg paused and continued, "This spy information was obtained by King Fortis through Hashirama's attack on the previous World Government headquarters." Iceburg paused for a moment and continued, "We are fortunate enough that the Company run by me has trading partners with the Fortis Kingdom. Otherwise, it is likely that this information will not be passed on to us."

"Isn't Water Seven Island directly guarded by the Fortis Kingdom? Why are you saying this is something dangerous?" Franky asked again.

"Yes. Of course. This island has the protection of the Fortis Kingdom" Iceburg said, "However, the one who gets protection is the whole and not the individual." Iceburg paused for a moment and continued, "Franky, we are lucky that the people sent by the World Government to be spies don't know about Observation Haki abilities.

"Observation Haki?" Franky asked confusedly.

Iceburg immediately explained to Franky about the ability which made Franky speechless because it was a very scary ability in terms of finding objects.

"The people sent by the World Government are not aware of this ability. However, what about the rest of the group?" Iceburg asked seriously, "The people of the Revolutionary Army as well as the Emperor of the Ocean must have some understanding of this ability of Observation Haki. If you get close to them, they will do whatever it takes to get the blueprints for the ancient pluton weapon you currently hold."

Iceburg paused for a moment then sighed, "I know, you are strong, Franky. However, if it's on the scale of these people's battles… You definitely won't be able to save yourself" Iceburg paused and continued, "I'm not worried about myself. Because I believe they considered attacking me while I held the post of Mayor of Water Seven Island together with the Galley-La Company's Head. Attacking me would be tantamount to igniting the fury of the Fortis Kingdom which those parties would have no way of doing. However…"

Iceburg said, "Unlike a commoner like you. As long as only one person was attacked and it didn't cause any major damage to Water Seven Island or have a major impact on the local people. The Fortis Kingdom would definitely not take action. That is also what the parties know." Iceburg paused again and continued, "Therefore, Franky. I hope you can leave Water Seven Island for a while as long as the conversation I had with Nico Robin goes well and I can confirm that Nico Robin has no goal of destroying this world."

"Nico Robin?" Franky was again shocked by the information, "How did this situation get to Nico Robin?"

Iceburg without wasting much time immediately explained to Franky all the things he had previously discussed with Ars.

"Can we really trust the words of King Fortis?" Franky asked seriously.

"That's what I will confirm when the Fortis Kingdom's troops arrive who will pick up the families of the previous workers here." Iceburg said, "As long as Nico Robin isn't a threat anymore. I want us to destroy the blueprint so that it doesn't fall into the wrong hands, especially if it falls into the hands of the World Government or pirates. Meanwhile, if it comes to Nico Robin is a threat. I hope you can leave Water Seven Island to hide and don't let anyone find your whereabouts."

Simultaneously, the den-den mushi that was in Iceburg's clothes rang. Iceburg and Franky looked at each other which Icebugr immediately lifted the den-den mushi.

"Hello, Iceburg is here"

"Iceburg-san, it's me, Ars"

Iceburg and Franky are surprised by who is calling.

"I'll get straight to it, Iceburg-san" Ars said calmly, "Before that, did you talk about the previous conversation with Franky?"

"Sure" Iceburg nodded and continued, "We are currently—"

Franky immediately took the den-den mushi from Iceburg and said, "Is it true what Stupid Burg, King Fortis said?"

"This voice? Well, you can rest assured, Franky" Ars nodded, "Currently many parties are eyeing the ancient weapon blueprints that are currently in your hands. According to our intelligence, there are already three major powers eyeing the blueprint."

"Three major powers?" Franky and Iceburg took deep breaths.

"The World Government, the Revolutionary Army, as well as the Beast Pirates" Ars said calmly, "These three powers have probably sent their spies by now with the exception of the World Government which has already slipped their current spies on your side to get the prints. blue ancient weapon"

Ars paused for a moment and continued, "You are currently in danger, Franky. It's best that in the period before the arrival of our troops, you temporarily leave Water Seven Island with a note that no other party knows of your departure because it will bring suspicion from various parties. It's best if you go, go in a way that doesn't get the suspicion of various parties."

"What about my little brothers?" Franky asked, "If I go, what about them?"

"I will guarantee them" Ars said calmly, "As long as they are harassed or attacked by the spies. I myself will send our troops to avenge them. With a note that it was not those who carried out acts of trouble or provocation but the troops who did it. How about this? You can calm down, can't you?"

"Are you really going to do it?" Franky asked seriously.

"Sure" Ars nodded, "You ask for Hashirama's den-den mushi number from Iceburg and give the den-den mushi number to your younger brothers. If they are attacked by a spy squad, they contact us immediately. We will send troops soon."

"Okay then." Franky nodded.

Franky then handed over the den-den mushi to Iceburg.

"Iceburg-san" Ars said calmly, "Regarding your talk with Robin later. We will set up a condition where you can talk to him" Ars paused and continued, "However, the conditions created by us, you must also help him."

"How can I help him?" Iceburg asked seriously.

"I just want you to prepare yourself on February 27th later" Ars said seriously, "We have plans to make a cruise on February 27th around 1 to 3 am. When we arrive at the pre-determined area by us, our ship will stop temporarily there while Hashirama will go to pick you up. It was likely Hashirama would arrive at 4 to 5 in the morning while everyone was asleep. At that time is a suitable time for you to meet with Robin so that this conversation you are having does not raise any suspicions." Ars paused and continued, "If you had a conversation when our ship arrived at Water Seven Island, it would be very difficult for you to can eliminate Kalifa who will always be with you. Even if you can eliminate it, it will only add to a dangerous situation on your part."

"Wait a minute" Franky suddenly said seriously, "I also want to join this conversation"

"Franky?" Iceburg was surprised to hear this.

"I also want to be part of this conversation" Franky suddenly added, "I don't want to leave everything to Stupid Burg everything"

"It's fine for you to take part in the conversation" Ars said and continued, "You can just go to Saboundy Island for now and wait a while there. The location of the talk is close to Saboundy Island. On the day of the talk or the time of the talk, you go to area 13 and wait on the shore near the ocean. Hashirama will pick you up when you finish picking up Iceburg."

"Okay" Franky nodded seriously.

"How about you, Iceburg-san? Can you help create these conditions? You just need to get ready and wait quietly in your office from 3 to 5 am"

"I understand" Iceburg nodded, "I will definitely do it"

"Okay. That's all from me. I hope you both get ready soon. I have also told this to Nico Robin beforehand and he will assure you both that he is not really a threat but just a girl who wants to live in peace without any coercion from the World Government" Ars paused and continued, "Well then, Let's wrap it up. There are still things I want to do. See you later"

The direct communication line is closed. Iceburg immediately put the den-den mushi back in his pocket.

Iceburg immediately looked at Franky, "You better tell this to your younger brothers and ask them to shut up about this plan. Don't let it be because of their actions, this plan is known by the spies"

"Stupid! Do you think my little brother would do such a thing?!" Franky asked angrily.

"It's possible" Iceburg said as he took out a paper containing the den-den mushi number, "This is Hashirama's den-den mushi number. Give it to your little brothers and don't let them use this number to play with."

"I know. You don't need to say such things." Franky immediately took the paper containing the den-den mushi and then left the place quietly.

"I hope… This is the right decision" Iceburg muttered as he watched Franky leave.