Thoughts

Chapter 31: Thoughts

After talking with Smoker, Solo planned to say goodbye to him and Tashigi so as not to be involved in messy troubles again. Solo also confirmed the current timeline from Smoker.

They had just arrived in Alabasta and were looking for the Straw Hats. But so far, they haven't met each other. Instead, they met Ace, the captain of the second team of the Whitebeard Pirates.

The two sides fought hard, but there was no winner. Then, Smoker was recognized by the people here. After that, Solo knew everything about it.

At the same time, thanks to Smoker, Solo now knows where he can go to find a boat to go to sea. It is in Rainbase, it's Alabasta's dream city, the only capital untouched by drought and civil strife.

The famous casino "Rain Dinners" is also located there. So, that is also the easiest place to find a boat and go to the sea. After Solo bid farewell to Smoker, he set off towards Rainbase.

But today's Alabasta is not only plagued by drought and civil strife, many pirates and bandits also often plunder property. Considering that although Solo was promoted to Warrant Officer by the headquarters, his strength is not as good as that of Tashigi.

Worried that Solo would be in danger, Smoker decided to ask Tashigi to escort Solo to Rainbase. After everything was arranged, she'll come back and arrest the Straw Hat gang with Smoker. Naturally, Tashigi would not refuse.

"Then I will trouble Miss Tashigi."

The corners of Solo's mouth raised, showing a polite smile.

"Ah, you're welcome, this is what I should do, but when Mr. Solo returns from the headquarters, he must become stronger."

Tashigi temporarily separated from Smoker, and at the same time took a dozen marines with her to the Rainbase with Solo. In any case, Crocodile knew only "Smoker" so he just asked his subordinates to find a way to hold Smoker back lest he will affect his plan.

As for Tashigi and other marines, Crocodile is naturally not aware. It can be regarded as a coincidence.

"After all, you are a Warrant Officer now," Tashigi added. Originally, the two of them belonged to the same level. It's just that Solo came up through his qualifications, so invisibly, he is not as good as Tashigi.

But now accepting the appointment of the headquarters, Solo is one level higher than Tashigi. In fact, Solo has the power to give orders to Tashigi, that's why he didn't refuse.

In any case, Alabasta's current situation is very delicate. If he is not careful, he will be involved in the civil war. At that time, it is inevitable for him to make a move.

Moreover, Solo can't be sure now, did the Straw Hats take the Alabasta route?

In case he runs into them, it is another trouble. Based on his speculations, it is very important for him to be able to mobilize Tashigi. When necessary, as long as he orders, he can let her leave his side.

Then kill all those who see his strength, as long as he has not revealed his strength, then—

After a little calculation in his heart, Solo went to Rainbase with Tashigi at ease.

"After I find a boat, I'll leave this place." Solo thought to himself.

However, at this moment, a bundle of goods was dumped from the side, and part of the food just rolled down to Solo and Tashigi's feet and interrupted their conversation.

Solo followed the trend and found that it was a mother and daughter who were carrying luggage onto a camel. It was only because the little girl was not strong enough that she overturned the things.

After seeing Solo, the little girl subconsciously took two steps back and hid behind her mother, as if she had done something wrong. Solo looked the little girl up and down. There are several patches on the clothes, and the cheeks are a little dirty, and she looks about six or seven years old, very cute.

Her mother wasn't well dressed either. The mother and daughter worked very hard and carried things arduously with no man to help. Probably because the girl's father died in civil strife. This kind of thing is not uncommon in Alabasta.

While living in Loguetown, although there were many pirates, Solo rarely saw the scene in front of him. For a moment, Solo couldn't help feeling a little moved in his heart. The question that Princess Vivi once asked him came to mind.

What is Marine's so-called justice?

"What is justice?"

Solo muttered to himself, then bent slowly, picked up the potato that just rolled to his feet, and gently wiped the dust on it. Finally, he walked up to the little girl and handed the things over. Seeing this, Tashgi quickly asked for help.

"Yiyi, don't be afraid, don't be afraid."

The mother squatted down quickly and began to appease the little girl's emotions, "These people are not bad people, they are the marines, and they will protect us."

Then, the mother apologized and thanked Solo and others. After some explanation, the little girl carefully took the food from Solo.

Then, as if thinking of something suddenly, the little girl quickly took out a small flower made of white paper from her pocket, and handed it to Solo. From the newness of the paper, it is not difficult to see that the little girl cherishes this paper-folded flower very much.

"Thank you big brother for protecting us all the time."

However, such a simple sentence from the little girl froze Solo's smile. He never dreamed that he would be thanked in such a way. Before crossing over, he had seen the news about children saluting police officers.

Although at that time, his emotions were touched, it was completely different from the senses at this time. In particular, Alabasta is suffering right now.

An age who should be playing under the blue sky, but was displaced by the war. For a moment, the image of Princess Vivi asking him a question when she was on the boat appeared in Solo's mind again.

What is the so-called justice of the marine?

"Yeah." Solo nodded vigorously, then gently patted the little girl's head, "Thank you Yiyi for the gift."

Soon, with the help of the marines, all the luggage of the mother and daughter was put on the camel. Solo and others also watched the mother and daughter drift away.

"Mr. Solo..."

Suddenly, Tashigi spoke slowly, "What do you think this country will become?"

She would love to stop the catastrophe that is unfolding in this country. Once the war starts, not only will countless people die, but countless families will be torn apart.

However, with her current strength, she has no idea what she can do for this country. It is also uncertain, the fate of this country.