Pirate, I am the demon fox that brings disaster to the world!

"Oh!! Excuse me, uncle with glasses!"

Soon, Yamato, who had finally returned from a great time, looked at the ship in front of him covered with a layer of transparent bubbles, and shouted to Rayleigh with full energy.

"Haha~ You're welcome, little girl! After all, I got Bailey's too, so I have to do my job well!"

Without the posture and spirit of the former Pirate King's deputy, Rayleigh at this moment really looked like an ordinary coating craftsman, and responded with a laugh.

"Fishman Island~ I'm really curious about what kind of place it is."

Runti murmured with shining eyes.

"Haha~ After all, it's a dreamlike island known as an underwater paradise, so it's not too much to expect it!"

Lilith crossed her arms and said with the same interest.

"What a pity that Carrot, Maria and the others didn't come... We missed such a good opportunity to go to Fishman Island~"

Yamato pretended to sigh and said this, but he couldn't suppress the smugness on his face.

"Don't be sentimental here, Yamato~ It's just an island, you can come back again if you have the chance~"

Yakumo Shiro smiled and tapped the girl's forehead, then picked up Yao Ye and turned to board the boat.

"Let's go! We won't wait for you~"

"Hey hey! Wait for me!!"

----split line----

On the other hand, while Yakumo Shiro and his companions were leisurely enjoying the scenery under the sea and slowly diving towards Fishman Island, a fierce dispute broke out on the island ten thousand meters below.

"Lady Otohime! I have made it very clear! I agree with your philosophy. For long-term stability, we need to reach a reconciliation with humans.

But even so! Strong power is also indispensable! Rather, this is the capital for our Fishman Island to survive!"

In a large luxurious palace built with large coral reefs, shells and other building materials, with a giant dragon entrenched, Tiger, who had risked his life to return from the government navy's pursuit, was speaking seriously to the female goldfish mermaid in front of him.

For a period of time, Tiger led the newly formed Sun Pirates to roam the seas recklessly, fighting fiercely with the pursuing navy and the human pirates who wanted to defeat them and become famous.

Relying on the huge advantage of the fishmen at sea, they did not show any signs of decline for a while. Instead, they made a name for this pirate group composed of mermaids and fishmen. The Sun Pirates also grew stronger with one victory after another and the blessing of the reputation of the "hero" Tiger.

However, after experiencing the Holy Land incident and listening to Yakumo Shiro's ideas, Tiger naturally understood that even if the Sun Pirates were powerful and gathered a group of warriors who cherished freedom and liberation, this might actually have a negative effect on changing the current situation of the fish-men.

A group of fishmen roaming the sea, led by the culprit who started the "riot" in the Holy Land, is undoubtedly a thorn in the side of the World Government and a huge obstacle to the reconciliation between humans and fishmen.

But there was no other way around it. Tiger couldn't possibly submit to being killed for the sake of a reconciliation that was still illusory, and he certainly couldn't let his comrades and partners who were gathered around him die.

Therefore, whether for the safety or development of Fishman Island now or in the future, it is necessary to strengthen the defense of Fishman Island.

After witnessing a riot directed by that adult himself, Tiger has personally understood that if he wants the words of Fishman Island to have weight that the World Government cannot ignore, strength is the simplest and most direct way!

"Lady Otohime, King Neptune! The situation is very simple now. We need to expand our military! We need to actively prepare for defense! Before the World Government makes concessions and compromises, Fishman Island must be strictly guarded!"

Listening to Tiger's powerful words and feeling Tiger's resolute mood, the mermaid standing in front of him felt a little worried.

Otohime understood that the rescued tribesmen must be protected at all costs. Even if they are currently with Tiger, it is bound to touch the sensitive nerves of the World Government.

The status of the Fishman Island as a member state is already quite fragile. If this incident is not handled properly, then the Fishman’s wish to live on the surface will undoubtedly become even more distant...

After taking a deep breath, Otohime spoke softly,

"Tiger, I understand what you mean and how you feel. But... at the moment, there is no need for us to go to that extent..."

As she spoke, Otohime said solemnly, as if she had made up her mind.

"Next, I will go to the ground in person to negotiate with the World Government! This is to seek justice for the enslaved people, and also to further improve the situation of Fishman Island!

Before the real bloodshed comes, no matter how slim the chance is, we must try our best to fight for it! "

"!!!"

"Otohime-sama!"

"Lady Otohime!"

"Otohime!"

Hearing this, everyone in the palace shouted in surprise and worry. Going to the ground at this critical moment is too risky! The other party is undoubtedly gambling with his life!

"Don't worry too much, everyone~

After all, I am still the princess of a member country. If the World Government really takes action against me, the negative impact will not be easily quelled. "

Otohime comforted softly. This goldfish mermaid who looked extremely gentle and fragile actually revealed unexpected strength at this moment. She wanted to shoulder the future of Fishman Island on her own.

"This... Otohime, I'd better go with you..."

King Neptune couldn't help but speak out.

"No! Neptune, I can go by myself! After all, I am more familiar with dealing with the World Government, and Fishman Island cannot be without the presence of the King."

Facing King Neptune, the relatively petite Otohime showed unexpected strength, and as the other party spoke, invisible waves also spread out. Under the influence of her innate top-level observation Haki, it was almost effortless for everyone on the field to agree to the other party's request without any defense.

"Well... that's good. Blind conflict and hatred will only exacerbate the conflict between the two sides. If it can be resolved through negotiation, it would be a better solution, right?"

Seeing this, Otohime couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. To be honest, she didn't really want to use this ability. The ability to change and influence other people's thoughts always made her feel guilty of deceiving them.

But now, I have no choice but to resort to this last resort. Otherwise, if a conflict really breaks out, I don’t know how many people will be sacrificed...

As Otohime was thinking, she was about to make some specific arrangements for the upcoming negotiations, but her train of thought was interrupted by a sudden announcement.

"King Neptune! Lady Otohime! There's... there's a ship heading towards Fishman Island!

Our obstruction is of no use at all!"

"what?!"

Upon hearing this, Otohime and the others couldn't help but shout in surprise, "Could it be that someone from the World Government has come?"

“No…it doesn’t look like…

That's not a World Government warship, nor is it flying a pirate flag, but a strange ship with a black canvas! If...if I'm not mistaken, there should be a strange creature with nine tails tattooed on it?"

The mermaid guard, who had never been to the ground and had never seen an animal like a fox, said uncertainly.

"Nine tails? A strange creature?"

Contrary to the puzzled expressions of Neptune and others, Tiger couldn't help but think of a familiar figure when he heard the other party's description.

"Could it be...that the adult has arrived?!"

----split line----

At the same time, outside the island, the Fishman tribe's isolation from the outside world did not stop Yakumo Haku and others. On the contrary, after being coated all over their bodies, they were able to exert a certain degree of strength in the sea. Therefore, soon, their ships slowly merged into the foam around the Fishman Island and emerged on the shallow sea outside the island.

Looking at the beautiful and dreamy island in front of him, which seemed like something out of a fairy tale, Yakumo Shiro smiled happily.

"Next, prepare to land on the island, the island of dreams."