Chapter 231: Trivial Matters

Adrian's mention of "Sky Island" and Dr. Clover's "Little Sky Island" might sound similar, but they are actually quite different.

Any floating island located in the "White-White Sea" ten thousand meters above the ground can be referred to as a "Sky Island." Examples include Angel Island and Enel's hometown, Birka, which fall under this category.

On the other hand, "Little Sky Island" specifically refers to "Weatheria." Weatheria is the world's most comprehensive weather science island and the place where the Straw Hat Pirates' navigator, Nami, trained for two years. The island's residents are all knowledgeable weather scientists.

Given Ohara's academic standing, Dr. Clover had corresponded with these weather scientists on Little Sky Island, exchanging information.

To be honest, Adrian thought that "Little Sky Island Weatheria" might be unexpectedly suitable for Ohara's scholars to continue their lives. The floating islands in the sky, ten thousand meters high, are difficult for the World Government to locate. Moreover, the island's scholarly atmosphere, filled with diligent weather scientists, fits well with academic research.

Considering Ohara's former academic prestige and its current state of being "completely obliterated" by the World Government, as Dr. Clover mentioned, the nearly isolated Little Sky Island might indeed be the last refuge for the scholars.

Additionally, Adrian felt that he needed a base in the Grand Line. It wouldn't be feasible to keep living on the Abyss, drifting aimlessly like a traveler without a home. For Adrian, who possessed the ability to fly, the floating islands in the sky were also very suitable.

Using his abilities, Adrian awakened the remaining slumbering scholars. He left them to Dr. Clover and, after nodding to Lady Penelope and young Robin, exited the space designated for the scholars and returned to his previous position.

"Doctor Moy, how are these civilians' physical conditions?"

Doctor Moy, who had finished his examination, manipulated the bandages and displayed in mid-air:

"Most people are in good condition, but a few are still somewhat weak. With proper care, they will recover soon."

Adrian glanced at the still-unconscious civilians and nodded slightly; this outcome was within his expectations. After expressing gratitude to Dr. Moy, he requested Rumi to escort both of them out of the castle.

Next, Adrian approached Tommy, asking for an empty warehouse to house the gradually awakening civilians from Ohara. Dr. Clover, highly respected among them, explained the current situation and their available options.

As anticipated, most reacted with disbelief upon hearing the sudden news of their homeland's destruction by the World Government's Buster Call. Shouts and tears filled the air. However, when faced with the evidence presented by Dr. Clover, they eventually had to accept their grim fate.

Some chose to strike out on their own, seeking refuge with friends or relatives in the West Blue. Only a handful of rational individuals were willing to follow Dr. Clover's suggestion and venture to the unfamiliar North Blue.

Adrian found this outcome surprising but not unacceptable. He promptly contacted Tommy, assigning the leader of the Razor Party to oversee the resettlement of Ohara's civilians

Before departing, Adrian handed Tommy a freshly written letter.

"Tommy, allow these people to go wherever they wish, as long as their reasons are reasonable. Also, remember not to inquire about their identities—this is both a reminder and a warning. Lastly, during the journey to the North Blue, keep your identities concealed and do not reveal anything."

Tommy replied succinctly, "Understood, sir."

Having given these instructions, Adrian's tasks on Otefi Island were essentially completed. He promptly entered a flying state and ascended into the sky.

However, instead of heading directly to Little Sky Island in the Grand Line, Adrian veered toward the East Blue to fulfill another task.

…

With his ghostly body's high-speed flight, two or three days later, Adrian smoothly crossed the vast ocean and arrived at Frost Moon Village in the East Blue, departing from the West Blue.{Here and there!!!!}

The Isshin Dojo was still bustling with the sounds of sword practice, the clear shouts of the swordsmanship apprentices faintly heard from outside.

Koushirou Shimotsuki held a newspaper, his eyes slightly unfocused, his emotions turbulent like the seas surrounding Wano Country.

"White Ghost, bounty 1.68 billion Berries. What kind of formidable character did I train back then…"

"Master Koushirou, long time no see."

"White Ghost?"

Koushirou looked at the newspaper in his hand and then at the suddenly appearing figure in front of him, rubbing his eyes instinctively.

"Looks like Master Koushirou has recognized my identity?"

Adrian glanced at the newspaper in Koushirou's hand. Though outdated, it was still considered "latest news" on this peaceful East Blue island.

"Momoya?!"

Upon hearing Adrian speak, Koushirou confirmed that he wasn't seeing things.

"What brings you here?"

"Of course, to submit… ahem, to inform you about Wano Country," Adrian said, coughing lightly, subtly changing the subject.

"Momoya, you've been to Wano Country?" Koushirou looked at Adrian in surprise and quickly invited him into the reception room. "How is the situation in Wano Country?"

Adrian and Koushirou sat opposite each other while Koushirou's wife, who looked at his face a couple of times before leaving.

"Frankly, the current situation in Wano Country is not very good."

Adrian shared the information he had gathered from the Shimotsuki family and his own observations in Wano Country.

"In other words, Wano Country might be on the brink of a major upheaval?"

"If that foolish ruler doesn't change his ways," Adrian shrugged, "I believe Wano Country will inevitably fall into the hands of Kurozumi Orochi and Kaido of the Beasts."

Koushirou fell into a long silence.

Adrian waited patiently, quietly sipping tea at Isshin Dojo.

"I know this request might be very bold…"

Master Koushirou finally spoke.

"But could you, Momoya, rescue the Shimotsuki family members from Wano Country before the upheaval?"

"In return, I can offer you our family's secret sword forging techniques."

The system panel instantly displayed a prompt.

[Wish fulfilled!]

[You have triggered a new mission: Shimotsuki Family!]

[Mission Description: Upon learning about the imminent great upheaval in Wano Country, Koushirou Shimotsuki, worried about his family's safety, hopes you can rescue the Shimotsuki family members before they fall.]

[Mission Objective: Go to Wano Country and bring the Shimotsuki family members to East Blue.]

[Mission Duration: Within three years!]

[Mission Reward: 10 million experience points, Black Sword Forging Technique.]

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