One Piece: The Celestial Dragons' Self-Cultivation

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However, Aramu does not possess the long-range Observation Haki of Black.

Therefore, when he observes the other person, his figure usually appears in the other person's Observation Haki as well.

Huang Mu had no choice but to pretend to be a real pirate captain, displaying an arrogant and domineering demeanor.

To be honest, his acting skills weren't very good.

However, despite being an intelligence agency, CP is just like most people in this world—they're not very bright and completely failed to notice that something was wrong with Aramu.

Once these people had gathered together, Aramaki found a suitable spot on the street and continued to observe them using his Observation Haki.

Six people have already appeared in the room where the CPs are gathered.

"How's the situation? Have you found it?"

This wasn't spoken, it was sung.

Not only did he sing, but he also played the accordion while singing.

The others were already used to it.

"Ackerman, can you please stop touching that broken violin? It doesn't sound good at all!"

Laski muttered a complaint, then pulled out a nautical chart and turned to continue:

"According to the island's residents, the goal is to go in this direction."

He drew a line on the nautical chart.

"Is this direction... towards Lanna Island?"

Newman glanced at the chart, then took out his pocket watch:

“从这里赶到兰纳岛至少要1天14个小时46分42.79秒，误差不超过0.3秒。”

No one bothered to pay attention to Newman, this lunatic.

Laski made the decision:

"In that case, let's prepare to set off."

Suddenly, the ground beneath their feet began to tremble, and a vine burst forth from the soil.

The CP members all dodged, but the vine that had broken through the soil did not move at all, except that a flower with a smiling face bloomed at the top.

The couples looked at each other, bewildered and unsure what had happened.

Having accomplished all this, Huang Mu kept his achievements hidden and disappeared without a trace.

Back on the ship, Huang Mu instructed the crew to head towards Lanna Island.

He needs to get to Lanna Island before CP.

However, they used too much force when they seized the ship, which resulted in the ship not being in very good condition.

Aramu wasn't confident he could beat CP to it.

So he chose to cause some minor trouble for CP.

If they remain suspicious for a few hours, they will have no chance of catching up with him.

The plan went smoothly.

Chapter 27 Fate is wonderful

When Huang Mu arrived at Lanna Island, it was still dark.

The sea fog before dawn was like a solidified leaden-gray curtain, and the breath of the desolate land condensed into white frost in the cold air.

He was very lucky, or rather, Blake was very lucky.

Olvia hadn't rested yet; she was squatting alone beside a pile of rubble, carefully cleaning a heavily weathered slab of stone with a brush.

Wildwood lurked in the shadows of the reef, gradually sinking until it disappeared from sight.

When it reappeared, it was already behind Olvia.

Olvia was completely unaware, her long silver hair swaying in the wind.

Aramu lightly traced a line with his fingertip across the back of Olvia's neck, instantly activating the power of the "Forest Fruit".

Vines burst forth from the ground, wrapping around her limbs as if they were alive.

This sudden turn of events startled Olvia.

Just as he was about to draw his gun, he discovered that the barrel had been wrapped in vines, and the gun had been forcibly disintegrated into wood chips.

"Pollen anesthesia!"

Just as Olvia was about to warn everyone, she smelled a strange floral fragrance and lost consciousness.

After confirming that they hadn't been discovered, Huang Mu took Olvia back to the ship.

He needs to send the other person back to Mary Geoise and hand them over to Black.

When Olvia woke up, she felt a swaying sensation and immediately realized that she was on a ship, the cabin filled with the salty smell of seawater.

She found herself placed on a bed covered with a plush blanket, with no restraints on her wrists and ankles.

Olvia vaguely remembered being suddenly controlled by vines while excavating ancient ruins; someone must have attacked her.

However, the current situation seems somewhat unusual.

"you're awake."

Hearing the sound, Olvia looked up and saw a tall, muscular man leaning against the door with his arms crossed.

His nearly three-meter height blocked the sunlight, making it impossible to see his face.

"Sir, may I ask where this is?"

Olvia tried to keep her voice calm, but it still had the hoarseness she had when she first woke up.

"My name is Huang Mu."

Huang Mu first gave a brief self-introduction before answering:

"This is the ship to Mary Geoise."

His words were concise, and his tone was devoid of any warmth:

"You have been chosen by Saint Black."

"Black Saint? A Celestial Dragon?"

Olvia's pupils contracted slightly:

"Why me? I'm just an ordinary scholar from Ohara."

Aramu opened the cabin window, and a cool sea breeze blew into the room.

"I don't know the specific reason; I'm only responsible for carrying out the orders given to me by Lord Black Saint."

Olvia felt a chill run down her spine.

As an archaeologist who has come close to uncovering the truth of the last hundred years of history, she knows very well what kind of people the Celestial Dragons are.

Olvia never imagined that she would have any interaction with the Celestial Dragons.

Moreover, since the Celestial Dragons sent people to capture her, does that mean that the World Government has already discovered Ohara's secret?

Taking a deep breath, Olvia calmed herself down:

"Mr. Aramaki, may I know more details?"

"For example, why would Lord Black know of my existence?"

"How are the other archaeological team members who were with me?"

Huang Mu didn't explain much.

"They may have only just realized you're missing."

"However, I don't think those people will end up well, since I found you by following CP's trail."

"My only responsibility is to get you safely to Mary Geoise. You'll know the rest once you meet Lord Black."

Olvia bit her lip, feeling a deep unease, and quickly asked:

Why would the CP (Content Provider) contact us?

"None of that matters."

Aramaki's tone was somewhat impatient.

"All you need to do is obediently let me send you back to Mary Geoise."

Thinking of Robin who was with Black, Aramaki finally suppressed his impatience and reminded him:

“Listen, Ms. Olvia, I am carrying out the orders of the Celestial Dragons.”

"If you're smart enough, it's best not to ask too many questions."

"I once easily defeated the great pirate Moria, so resistance is futile."

Olvia felt a wave of helplessness, but her scholarly instincts compelled her to continue asking questions:

"At least tell me, how long will this journey take?"

"How is O'Hara? My daughter..."

Aramu suddenly interrupted her:

"You don't need to worry about Robin's matter. Lord Black will take good care of it."

"You know Robin?"

Olvia's eyes widened.

Huang Mu did not answer any further, but left the room and closed the door behind him.

Olvia collapsed weakly onto the boat, staring blankly at the ceiling.

Mary Geoise, Black's estate.

Blake was having breakfast, being served by Stella, when he looked at the table with a hint of suspicion at the missing person.

"What's wrong with Perona? I'm a little surprised she didn't cause any trouble at breakfast today."

Robin chuckled:

“Your Highness, the silence of a three-year-old is often more terrifying than a scream. She may be preparing to launch an even more dangerous prank.”

Blake picked up a muffin, suddenly felt something was wrong, his nose twitched slightly, and then his face darkened.

“My collection is so creative that even the pranks are amazing, but wasabi-flavored pancakes don’t suit my taste.”

Robin chuckled to himself, then reached out from the wall, grabbed Perona who was peeking in through the doorway, and tossed her into the room.

"A three-year-old's pranks are still limited to food. It seems that Sister Stella needs to strengthen your preschool education."

Perona stomped her foot angrily and muttered something under her breath:

"That wretched bookworm."

However, she accidentally stepped on the spring mechanism she had placed at the door, and was bounced into the room while flailing her arms and legs, where Stella caught her in a hug.

With a smile, Stella gently stroked Perona's pink hair:

"Alright, stop fooling around and eat something. His Highness said he's going to train you today. If you run out of energy during training, he'll punish you."

"All right……"

Perona reluctantly returned to her seat and obediently began to eat her breakfast.

After the meal, Blake led everyone to the training ground.

Originally, he only wanted to improve Kera and Mandy's combat abilities.

However, based on the principle that "it's the same whether you herd one sheep or two sheep," Robin and Perona were also added.

Perona didn't care, as she didn't demonstrate any real combat ability in the original work.

Aside from rescuing Moria amidst the chaos on Beehive Island, he's mostly a comedic character for the rest of the time.

It wouldn't be bad to have one by my side as a source of joy in the future.