32. 1503! An Accident!

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Upon hearing Rob's question, Robin lowered her head, murmuring softly:

"Mother and the scholars' wish... or my own dream?"

Rob didn't interrupt her contemplation, patiently waiting for her response.

After a long pause, the confusion in Robin's eyes gradually faded. She finally raised her head, looking at Rob with determined eyes:

"This is my own dream!"

"Initially, it was because of Mom and the scholars of Ohara who were interested in the truth of history. But now, the idea of unraveling the void history of a hundred years is indeed my own dream!"

Seeing the firm resolve in her eyes, Rob's face softened from seriousness to a relieved smile. He reached out and gently rubbed Robin's head, his tone resolute:

"Since it's your dream, it must be fulfilled! Oni-chan will fully support you in pursuing your dream, and I'll look forward to the day you unravel the true history of the world's void century!"

Robin's eyes sparkled with joy, and a bright smile spread across her face. She leaped off the railing and threw herself into Rob's arms, wrapping her arms around his neck and burying her head on his shoulder. Hooking her legs around him, she hung on Rob's body:

"Oni-chan, you're the best!"

Rob casually set Shinto aside, supporting Robin with both hands. His smile was gentle as he responded:

"Me too! I really like you, Robin!"

Her smile widened, and she nuzzled against his neck, reluctant to let go. After all, moments like these—where she could embrace Oni-chan so freely—were rare.

After a while, Rob gently patted her back, prompting Robin to finally climb down from his arms. His expression turned serious as he looked at her:

"Since you've decided to study the Poneglyphs, which the World Government has forbidden, and to unravel the historical truth of the Void Century, we need to be prepared to fight against them!"

"From now on, in addition to using Potential Potions and Body Training Potions, you also need to spend at least an hour on combat training every day to enhance your strength."

"This way, when our actions are exposed and we attract the World Government and Marine's pursuit, we'll have the ability to defend ourselves!"

Rob paused, watching Robin intently. He then continued:

"Do you remember what I once told you?"

Robin tilted her head, pondering for a moment before nodding:

"Yes, I remember! You once said that not having a sword in your hand and having a sword without using it are two different things!"

Nodding with satisfaction, Rob's tone became solemn:

"You may not understand this sentence now, but one day, you will know the true meaning of it!"

Robin, hearing these words, nodded seriously. She repeated the sentence in her heart, embedding it deeply, making it the headline of "Quotes from Oni-chan" in her mind!

After planning the tasks that must be completed daily, Rob looked at the sea ahead:

"We've been in East Blue for a long time! But we haven't explored it much. Besides villages like Foosha Village and Shimotsuki Village, East Blue has many interesting islands!"

"Next, let's explore East Blue. Maybe we'll find a Poneglyph, and at the same time, we can practice in this relatively safe sea area!"

Robin had no objections to Rob's plan. As long as she was with Oni-chan, she was satisfied. Discovering a Poneglyph with him would be perfect.

...

Time began to flow again.

Rob and Robin started leaving their footprints on various islands in East Blue. Occasionally, they encountered pirates, which provided supplementary navigation funds. Sometimes, they earned funds through medical treatment or forging swords.

They visited Gecko Islands, Goat Island, Cocoyasi Village, and many other islands, both those mentioned in the story and those not, inhabited and uninhabited.

Fortunately, they actually found a Poneglyph in East Blue. Even though it was only one, it made Robin more excited and firm in her dream of studying the Poneglyphs.

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Sea Circle Calendar 1503.

On a calm sea in East Blue—

Rob and Robin's sailboat had been sailing for several years. It had undergone some refurbishment and transformation. Now, it was being blocked by a medium-sized pirate ship. The two ships, one large and one small, were parked on the sea.

At this moment, Rob held Shinto and slaughtered this group of pirates who were notorious in East Blue, mainly for human trafficking, especially children. For human traffickers, Rob had always felt extreme hatred. Anyone who fell into his hands wouldn't live to see another day!

This group of pirates was no different. They found Rob and Robin because they thought the duo's external conditions were perfect for fetching a high price!

Fifteen minutes later.

Bang—

The pirate ship was smashed by Rob, turning into pieces. The pirate corpses sank into the sea, feeding the fish.

Of course, all the treasures and supplies from the pirates were moved to their small sailboat. There were quite a lot, including three large treasure chests. It was a rich pirate group by East Blue standards.

"Oni-chan!"

Just as Rob sank the pirate ship, Robin, who was counting the treasures and supplies on the deck behind him, exclaimed:

"Come here!"

Swish—

In a flash, Rob appeared next to Robin, looking at the open treasure box in front of her. His expression shifted from bewilderment to stunned, then to slightly weird.

After exchanging glances with Robin, they looked at each other, not knowing what to say.

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