Chapter 68 Pig and Tiger! The wonderful duo of Alabasta!
Paradise, Alabasta, Rapeseed Port.
This is the most famous and prosperous port city in the super desert country of Alabasta, rich in perfume.
On the port pier.
There are a large number of large and small ships moored here, with sweaty workers carrying goods back and forth between the ships and the dock. There are guests coming and going, tourists sightseeing, and vendors hawking, making it a very lively scene.
It's noon.
A medium-sized merchant ship with the word "UMIT" engraved on its sail slowly approached the port terminal.
When the ship came to a stop under the anchor, Cui Ze, wearing a [cowhide three-cornered hat], stepped off the ship. His footsteps could hardly be heard as he walked.
As he continued to practice [Ape Martial Arts] for a long time, Cui Ze became more and more proficient in the technique of controlling cells to remove gravity.
He had a hunch that if he continued to practice like this, his "agility" attribute would soon be able to break through to "C+" level!
Standing on the dock and looking around, Cui Ze silently observed the mental state of the Alabasta people at Rapeseed Port for a while.
Unexpectedly, I thought that living under the influence of the great pirate (namely Shichibukai), the people of Alabasta would live a relatively miserable life, and at the worst, their mental state would fall into depression.
After all, as early as 800 years ago, the Neferutali royal family had ruled this area for generations, and the national loyalty should be very high.
However, the actual situation is that the people at the dock hardly look unhappy at all.
On the contrary, most people's faces vaguely reveal a "stable" and "confident" look.
"Is this Sand Crocodile Crocodile's [Heroic Plan]?"
Cui Ze withdrew his gaze, stepped forward, and walked towards the interior of Rapeseed Flower Port.
He did not plan to stay longer in this port city, but planned to go directly to the "Rainland" - Alabasta's dream city, a vast oasis, and the location of the "Rainy Banquet Casino".
Information about the Sand Crocodile kept flashing through Cui Ze's mind.
"Sand Crocodile obtained information from unknown sources and learned that the whereabouts of the most evil battleship, one of the three ancient weapons - [Pluto Pluto] is hidden in Alabasta!
"So after becoming King Shichibukai, Crocodile extended his crocodile claws to this desert kingdom. At the same time, he continued to hunt pirates as the 'Shichibukai King' to increase his influence in Alabasta.
Power and fame and prestige!
"During this persistent campaign against pirates, Crocodile was often published in newspapers as the 'Guardian Hero of Alabasta'! Later, he even used banned substances like 'dancing powder', which almost led to the destruction of the Kingdom of Alabasta.
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One thing to say.
Cui Ze didn't quite understand what Crocodile was doing.
Strictly speaking, this guy is not a truly vicious pirate!
This can be seen from the amount of his reward.
Before becoming King Shichibukai, Sand Crocodile's bounty was only 81 million beli!
What is this concept?
Seven years ago, after the O'Hara Demon Slaying Order incident, the reward for eight-year-old Robin was 79 million Baileys!
To know.
Sand Crocodile is a man who has fought against Whitebeard Edward Newgate and Devil's Descendant Douglas Barrett!
But such a top powerhouse (more than ten years ago) only had a reward of more than 80 million yuan.
This can only prove one thing.
Sand Crocodile Crocodile himself is not a guy who likes to do evil. When he is messing around on the sea, he only likes to challenge the strong.
After becoming the King of the Shichibukai, Crocodile often appeared in the eyes of the world as a hero fighting pirates.
Based on this calculation, Cui Ze actually came to a very strange conclusion.
"Sand Crocodile, at this stage, is he still a good person?!"
Having just become the King of the Shichibukai, the Baroque Studio has not yet been established, the billions of elders, and the community organization of millions of elders have not been established, and the plan to overthrow the royal rule of the Kingdom of Alabasta is still just a draft without action.
The current Sand Crocodile is really a good person who likes to fight pirates!
"What a weird thing!"
Cui Ze complained.
"When will pirates do good things again?"
Thinking of this, Cui Ze couldn't help but think of other Shichibukai.
“Sand Crocodiles are heroes;
"Gekko Moria is also a veteran Shichibukai, but on a daily basis, he only likes to play with zombie figures in the Devil's Triangle Sea;
"Big Bear is an undercover agent of the Revolutionary Army, Hawkeye is the Lone Ranger, and Jinbei is the protector of Fishman Island;
"In the Shichibukai, the only real pirates are Boya Hancock and Donquixote Doflamingo?
"What kind of pirate system is this?"
In comparison, the "newcomers Shichibukai" who came from behind are more qualified.
There are also two "Four Emperors" among them!
Cui Ze recalled the task assigned to him by the headquarters: to investigate Crocodile's activities inside Alabasta on his own.
"This is a ghost investigation..."
Cui Ze shook his head.
"At this stage, even if the Sand Crocodile really goes on a killing spree, it's still impossible!
"This guy is ready to be the 'hero' of Alabasta!"
Thinking of this, Cui Ze further determined his course of action in Alabasta.
Eat, drink and have fun instead of doing your job!
"It's best to win back the fruit from Yuyan Casino! The half-day B-class prop [Golden Rule] experience card can probably only be used there..."
When his thoughts were diverging, Cui Ze had already walked to the "Quick Duck Rental Shop" inside Rapeseed Port.
The Running Duck is a unique creature of Alabasta. It is famous for its ability to move quickly in the desert area. It is also the fastest animal in the desert kingdom and is used as a means of transportation by the residents of the Alabasta Kingdom.
Cui Ze had just paid to rent a running duck with glossy coat, when two voices suddenly came from the door of the rental store.
"Hello boss, I want to rent a duck."
"So is I."
When Cui Ze heard the sound and looked around, he couldn't help but be surprised.
The person who spoke first was very familiar to Cui Ze, and it was not like he had never been in contact with him during this period of time on the ship.
Vice Admiral of the Navy Headquarters, extra charge! (has not yet received a code name)
But the person behind was quite unexpected.
He is tall, has a beard around his mouth, his eyes are tightly closed, and there is an "X" shaped scar on his forehead. He is wearing a lavender kimono, wearing wooden clogs, and holding an ordinary cane sword in his hand.
The future Admiral of the Navy Headquarters, Fujitora Yixiao!
'Tea dolphin, Fujitora...'
Cui Ze withdrew his gaze and did not act rashly.
'What level of battle is my Alabasta operation?'
'But with these two big guys here, this operation will definitely be stable!'
Jiaji and Yixiao seemed to be traveling together, and they also spotted Cui Ze standing in the shop.
The future tea dolphin showed a peaceful smile to Cui Ze.
"Brother, the wind and sand are relatively strong in the desert. We should act together, or multiple people can take care of us."