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He almost forgot that the succession ceremony was done long ago; it's just that the duke felt she couldn't bear the responsibility, so she tossed the work to the dependable him.

Moreover, according to his previous letter, he was currently sick.

"Wait."

"What's the matter, Lord Regent?"

"What illness did I say I have?"

There were too many fabricated reasons. Hitsugisukan himself had forgotten what reason he used to persuade Setsuna to return this time. He knew it might be useless, but without trying, he couldn't be sure if it would fail, so he kept changing the reasons.

Now Setsuna had suddenly returned, but he had forgotten the reason he had made up.

"Um... I think it was a broken leg?"

"Which leg?"

"I don't remember."

Just as Hitsugisukan was trying to recall what he had written in the letter, Setsuna's voice could be heard from outside. Thus, Hitsugisukan, faced with two choices, took out a bandage and began wrapping it around his left leg.

Carrying a bandage as a Regent showed how well-prepared Hitsugisukan was for this.

"Cough, cough, Setsuna, as you can see, my health hasn't been great lately, so even though I am willing to continue to work hard for Zou Island for a few more years, I can't."

"But, Senior Hitsugisukan, didn't you say in your letter that you broke your hand?"

Looking at Hitsugisukan's left leg wrapped up like a dumpling, Setsuna recounted the contents of the letter she had seen with an expressionless face, showing no hint of joy or anger; this is something she had long grown accustomed to.

"Well... as you know, we Minks have a strong constitution, and the medicine you sent back to Zou Island has been very effective. The injury to my hand has healed already. This is a recent injury, most likely from overexertion lately."

"Alright, don't worry. Let me handle these matters for the next few days."

Hitsugisukan pinched his face, somewhat in disbelief that Setsuna had said those words, but seeing her take the documents, he couldn't help but show a pleased expression; it seems that he could finally retire.

In his excitement, he didn't notice that Setsuna had told Zunesha to change its course and now it was slowly moving towards Wano Country.

Ever since she had gained the Power of Aura, Zunesha had always been moving around Wano Country. In about ten days, Zunesha had already reached the outskirts of Wano Country.

Zunesha stopping for a rest did not attract the attention of Zou Island's residents. Since Setsuna succeeded the throne, Zunesha could freely rest and the residents of Zou Island had grown accustomed to these breaks.

Just a few days of rest and Hitsugisukan was once again pulled out by Setsuna.

"Senior Hitsugisukan, come with me."

"Where to?"

"For a medical check-up."

"A medical... check-up?!"

"Yes, aren't you feeling unwell? Here, we have many renowned doctors from around the world. They will thoroughly examine you. Wait a moment; we'll depart soon."

Saying this, Setsuna picked up a microphone. It was the broadcasting system now established in Mokomo Dukedom, used to inform the residents of various matters.

"Attention please, all residents of Mokomo Dukedom, we have arrived in Wano Country. Those interested in touring Wano Country, please register with Rin and Hachi. Doctor Miyagi, please come to see me. Those feeling unwell can also come with Doctor Miyagi."

Setsuna put down the microphone, smiling meaningfully. Hitsugisukan also sensed that something was off; it seemed he had fallen into a trap.

Due to their living environment, most Minks had never left Zou Island in their lifetime, so many were hesitant about going on a tour.

At the same time, some people who had always been longing for the outside world began to sign up, but the first group was not very large. Dozens of Minks, led by Hachi and Rin, entered Wano Country, embarking on the first tour of their life.

Meanwhile, Hitsugisukan and Miyagi, two goat Mink, were brought to the Beasts Pirates Pokémon Center. Minks are not much different from humans; like Fish-Men, they share the same blood but have some special organs. That's why Setsuna brought Miyagi here to help the doctors further determine his physical condition.

"Lady Setsuna."

"Please give this person a thorough physical examination and check everything that can be checked, especially potential underlying health issues. This is Dr. Miyagi; if you have any questions about Minks, you can ask him."

"Umm... Setsuna, I don't think there is any need to waste resources like this. These devices must be very expensive..."

"It's okay, don't worry, senior. All of this is free. I still have that privilege. Just go and honestly have your body checked. After all, you've had over twenty different illnesses in these past few years; I'm really worried about you."

Surrounded by a group of doctors, Hitsugisukan was pushed into the examination room, while Miyagi was intrigued by the medical equipment here.

Due to environmental constraints, these devices couldn't be set up on Zou Island. After listening to the doctors here describe the functions and costs of the equipment, he couldn't help but feel envious.

"Duchess, can't we get a set of these devices for Zou Island?"

"I'll arrange for some basic equipment to be brought back, but there's no need for anything too complicated. Also, there's an excellent doctor here who excels in herbal medicine; I'll introduce you to her later."

The equipment on Zou Island only needs to be sufficient for emergency purposes. For more complex situations, they can be provided emergency treatment first and then sent here for treatment. The same policy applies to other territories of the Beasts Pirates.

Every equipment in the Beasts Pirates Pokémon Center was top-notch globally, a result of the heavy investment made by the Beasts Pirates in building this hospital and recruiting doctors.

It was impossible to replicate a medical center of the same quality elsewhere because the main island was here, and Beasts Pirates had chosen not to disperse their resources.

Since they were here, Setsuna also underwent a check-up, albeit not as extensive as Hitsugisukan's.

Due to the rush, they received Hitsugisukan's report just a few hours later. Looking at it, Setsuna became even more determined.

"Senior Hitsugisukan, your physical condition is excellent. Even normal young people can't compare to you. Do you have anything to say?"

"Um... you know...is there a possibility that they misdiagnosed me?"

He was well aware of his own physical condition, but he couldn't admit that he had been pretending to be sick all along.

"What do you think?"

Just as Setsuna was thinking about how to persuade Hitsugisukan to continue working hard, a nurse came up to her.

"Lady Setsuna, please come over for a moment."

"What's wrong? Is there a problem?"

"It's not a bad thing, just that you might be pregnant."

Chapter 579 Physical Examination turned into Pregnancy Checkup

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