115. Makino Is Very Clear!

"All in all—"

Rob, holding Uta, looked serious and determined:

"No matter what the World Government and the Marines do, we will continue to sail according to our plan! We won't let others disturb our course!"

After a short pause, Rob smiled:

"This time, I've reached the limit! Give me some more time, and I can draw with Garp. In the not-too-distant future, I can surpass Garp!"

Hearing Rob's words, Robin, Uta, and Makino all nodded earnestly, believing him wholeheartedly.

From start to finish—

Oni-chan (Ni-chan) (Rob) never boasted about his strength and had a clear understanding of it. Since he said he needed some time to equalize and surpass the 'Marine Hero' Garp, then it must be true!

"I will never lose again."

Looking at Robin, Uta, and Makino, who believed in him deeply, Rob, smiling, spoke firmly.

The defeat at Jaya Island—

Was the first and last time.

For this defeat, Rob admitted he overestimated his strength and underestimated the power of 'legendary characters.' But a bigger reason was his short growth period.

Garp has been fighting since he was a child. His opponents were Sengoku, Black Arm Zephyr, and other Marine powerhouses of the same era. His enemies were the overlords of the era like Rocks and Gol D. Roger!

At least 50 or 60 years of life-and-death combat experience can't be matched by the current Rob.

My fist has fifty or sixty years of skill.jpg.

Of course, it's not entirely impossible, mainly because Rob is driving too much and it's too little.

Five Talents—

Totally not enough!

But until now, Rob still hasn't figured out the system, the requirements for opening a new talent, and he doesn't know how to unlock a brand-new talent!

If he can't open a new talent, he can only progress slowly.

Anyway, with his existing five talents, it's only a matter of time before he reaches the realm he wants to achieve.

And his strength—

HIs age, it has entered the real golden age.

Next, his progress will only get faster!

Marine Headquarters.

Inside Sengoku's office in Marineford

After reading today's newspaper, Sengoku breathed a sigh of relief:

"Finally, this matter has been dealt with!"

While speaking, Sengoku felt a headache and looked at Vice Admiral Tsuru, who was also in the office:

"Tsuru, where's that old Garp? Why didn't he come over with you?"

He took a sip of tea.

Vice Admiral Tsuru, looking calm, replied casually:

"Last night, Garp said he was badly injured and needed some time to recuperate. He went back to see his grandson and took a boat to East Blue overnight!"

Smack—

Sengoku covered his face in frustration.

He reluctantly said:

"This old man is here dealing with the follow-up matters for him, and he actually went on vacation back to East Blue to see his grandson? Really..."

After some complaints, Sengoku didn't say much, clearly used to Garp's antics.

After a while, Sengoku made himself a cup of tea and looked up at Vice Admiral Tsuru:

"What do you think of the Jaya Island incident this time?"

Taking another sip of tea, Vice Admiral Tsuru was silent for a moment before speaking:

"What do you think? Although we made the battle plan, the Five Elders gave the order. Regardless of the result and the consequences, when the Five Elders' order is issued, can we still resist?"

"So our opinion is not important. What matters is the order from above and whether it can be more reliable!"

Nodding, Sengoku understood:

"I get it! If there are similar orders in the future, I will definitely discuss it with the Five Elders from the Marine's perspective!"

Nodding, Tsuru appreciated hearing Sengoku's final assurance. The Five Elders' orders were very important, but they must not be issued indiscriminately, ignoring the situation on the Marine's side.

Orders need to be reasonable!

After a moment of silence, Vice Admiral Tsuru looked at Sengoku:

"Even if you don't want him to be wanted, taking action against Rob this time will definitely push him to the opposite side of the Marine! How should we deal with him in the future?"

Frowning, Sengoku's face grew serious:

"Just ignore it! As long as he doesn't take the initiative to attack the Marine and the World Government, ignore all his actions! Even if he attacks some underground forces supported by the government, we should not see it!"

"After all, isn't the reason why the Five Elders gave the order to attack Rob this time because some underground industry supported by part of the World Government was destroyed by that brat?"

Nodding, Vice Admiral Tsuru said:

"Exactly! I have a hunch that Rob will be a huge problem! But so far, there's no better way to deal with him. Someone with no roots is too difficult to handle."

Speaking of which.

The two "Resourceful General" and "Great Adviser" of the Marines, known for their schemes, both sighed, their expressions and moods quite helpless.

If they had known earlier, they might as well have adopted Garp's attitude towards Rob from the start—

Don't bother with what Rob does!

As long as he is still "sweeping the black and evil" on the sea, they would turn a blind eye, always considering Rob and his crew as partners of justice and, to some extent, tools to maintain the stability of the sea.

Unfortunately—

There is no regret medicine in this world that you can take!

In the blink of an eye.

The course of history came to Sea Circle Calendar 1512, January 17th.

This day—

It's Rob's second eighteenth birthday!

At this moment, on Sky Island, 10,000 meters above sea level, the Angel is docked on the shore of Angel Beach. A sumptuous bonfire dinner for four people, celebrating Rob's 18th birthday, is in full swing.

As the birthday protagonist, Rob naturally didn't do anything, just waited for food and drinks leisurely.

Ever since—

In this small but happy and warm banquet, Robin cooked, Makino massaged his legs, and Uta performed a shoulder massage. Rob enjoyed the wonderful experience of being at home!

Playing around.

It got late!

After taking a medicinal bath, Uta went back to her room to rest, and Makino did the same. She planned to explore Sky Island tomorrow, so she went to rest early.

The reason for coming to Sky Island again this time was because Makino had never been there, so they brought her to have a look. Makino still wanted to have a good time on Sky Island!

Inside the bathroom.

Rob soaked his body in the automatically heated bathtub, relaxing his body and mind comfortably.

Looking at the bathroom ceiling:

"It's been thirteen years since time travel? Time flies so fast! It feels like thirteen years have passed with the flick of a finger!"

Just as Rob relaxed himself.

Click—

The door of the bathroom was gently pushed open, and Robin, wrapped in a bath towel, entered the bathroom like a succubus.

"Robin?!"

Seeing Robin come in, Rob froze for a moment, but didn't care.

After all, it wasn't the first time Robin had broken in while he was taking a bath. Rob was already used to it.

After glancing at Robin.

Rob withdrew his gaze:

"Cough, cough, cough... I don't need my back rubbed today, so..."

Just before Rob finished speaking, Robin quickly came to the side of the bathtub. The bath towel on her body untied and slipped off, and without any explanation, she directly blocked Rob's mouth.

Then, she straddled Rob's body!

"Robin, were you drinking! Shit, it's over...."

Rob, who was directly suppressed by Robin, came back to his senses and smelled the mellow wine on Robin's breath.

Immediately, Rob felt a special friction, and then his blood rushed directly to his head, and the powerful force that had been suppressed in his body for years could no longer be controlled.

That night—

The lovers shared an intimate evening, blending together in a passionate embrace.

The next day, early in the morning, on the deck of the Angel, Rob looked at Makino and Uta, who were about to explore in Apayado.

With a spirited expression, he exhorted:

"Be careful! There are some places in Apayado that are quite dangerous!"

Hearing Rob's words, Uta shook her little hand:

"Don't worry! Ni-chan, Uta will take good care of herself and won't cause trouble for sister Makino! Take care of onee-chan!"

While speaking, Uta went directly from the boat to Angel Beach.

After hearing her words, Rob's face showed some embarrassment, and he then turned to look at Makino, who was also blushing beside him.

Scratching his head, he said:

"That... you also pay attention to safety, Makino!"

Makino nodded and whispered:

"Rob-kun~~... Let Robin have a good rest and stop messing around!"

Hearing this, Rob's face turned even more embarrassed, and he could only smile and say:

"Don't worry! I'll take care of Robin!"

After giving Rob a coquettish look, Makino also jumped off the deck of the Angel.

With Uta, the two went to Angel Island, where they planned to rent a special boat from Sky Island, and then pass through the Cloud River to the island of gods, Apayado!

What happened last night? Robin, who is usually in good health, suddenly fell ill. Uta, a little girl well protected by Rob and Robin, didn't understand, but as an adult, Makino knew very well.

After all, she was next door last night, hearing the faint sounds all night.

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