NOVEL WEB Chapter 61: Departure to the South Blue
Emperor Kael put down the documents, closed his eyes, tapped the table, and pondered which target to deal with first. There was Aramaki of the Taya Kingdom in the South Blue, Issho of Soja Island in the West Blue, Wapol of Drum Island on the Grand Line, the gold and Enel of Skypiea, the mythical Kirin-Lion of Treasure Beast Island, and Sleep Ancient Town in the New World.
Before long, Emperor Kael slowly opened his eyes. Having made his decision, Emperor Kael immediately ordered the expeditionary force, which was sweeping pirates outside, to return to the Goa Imperial Capital. As for Bartolomeo and Eldoraggo, who were unifying the underworld of the East Blue, he let them continue their missions. He also had them protect the Goa Imperial Capital.
Previously, under Emperor Kael's arrangement, many Clone Soldiers had already been dispatched and incorporated into the Barto Club. They helped Bartolomeo unify the underworld forces of other Allied Nations. As for the underworld of the Goa Kingdom itself, it had long since dissipated; those who could joined the army or were merged into the Barto Club.
Goa Imperial Capital and the seven major provinces did not need underworld forces; the Royal Guard and King's Army forces were sufficient. Even if underworld forces appeared, they could only be forces of the Barto Club. The Barto Club was now Emperor Kael's black glove. It handled some dark matters for Emperor Kael.
As the expeditionary force returned, even Sanji from the Baratie was summoned to the Goa Imperial Capital.
"Can I finally travel the world?"
Nami, who returned to the Imperial City with the expeditionary force, excitedly found Nojiko and Kaya to share the exciting stories of sweeping pirate groups in the East Blue.
"My medical skills have finally met the standard for going to sea with a ship."
Kaya listened to Nami's sharing, a determined smile appearing on her face. As Emperor Kael took Reiju and Baby 5 as new imperial consorts, she had been studying almost forgetting to eat and sleep, just to gain Emperor Kael's attention.
"I've also finished learning nutrition and botany, so I can also go with the ship."
Nojiko's face was excited; she had also worked very hard this past month, staying home to study. Coupled with Kaya's whitening agent, her skin had become a shade lighter. She had become much more confident.
"Ahahaha, that Eldoraggo ran off to hang out with Bartolomeo, and this time he wasn't summoned back by Emperor Kael, so he definitely lost the chance to go with the ship."
Eric, dressed in an imperial military uniform with an Imperial Baron medal on his chest, showed a wild smile on his face. This month-long grand hunt allowed him to integrate the Rokushiki technique, Rankyaku, he learned under Garp's Marines into his Devil Fruit ability development, making his Wind Blade stronger and stronger.
"I wonder if His Majesty is going to the Grand Line?"
Zoro's face had shed much of its childishness, and his expression became increasingly resolute; this pirate elimination had greatly refined and strengthened his swordsmanship. It would be best to encounter stronger swordsmen, master swordsmen, or even Hawkeye Mihawk.
"There will definitely be stronger pirates in the Grand Line."
Saga also felt that the pirates of the East Blue were too weak and could no longer help them grow stronger. Van Augur, as always, was taciturn, silently wiping his sniper rifle and his Baron medal.
It was a bit difficult to be promoted to Imperial Viscount. Defeating or killing a pirate with a bounty over 100 million was difficult; this was a Supernova level. However, in the New World, the number of pirates with bounties over 100 million was very large. His opportunities would be much greater.
['Once I awaken Armament Haki and infuse it into my bullets, even a Supernova, I can take down with one shot!']
Van Augur, who had already awakened Observation Haki, was full of confidence in his eyes. His talent lay in Observation Haki, so awakening Armament Haki was a bit difficult. However, Zoro's talent lay in Armament Haki, and he was now on the verge of awakening it. He was ahead of the other Imperial Barons.
"Iron Cut! Flying Slash!"
Zoro and Saga were both growing stronger in the direction of master swordsmen.
While these people waited, a Marine unit actually entered the Goa Imperial Palace.
"It's her?"
Zoro and Saga looked at Tashigi, clad in a cloak of justice, with surprise in their eyes. At this moment, Emperor Kael also appeared before everyone.
"Tashigi, Base Commander of the 153rd Marine Branch, greets Emperor Kael!"
Tashigi led a group of Marines in a salute to Emperor Kael. This time, Tashigi received orders from Marineford to protect the Goa Emperor on his visit to Allied Nations in the South Blue. Along the way, Emperor Kael's orders would be primary.
"Not bad, Colonel Tashigi, very spirited!"
Emperor Kael looked at Tashigi, who was carrying the good sword Shigure at her waist; although she still wore black-rimmed glasses, she had a heroic and valiant air about her.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
All the Barons and female officials saluted Emperor Kael.
"You may dispense with the formalities. Is everything ready? This voyage will first proceed from Mary Geoise's safe passage to the South Blue. After returning from the South Blue, we will cross the Red Line via Mary Geoise to the West Blue. Then, from the West Blue, we will enter the Grand Line through Reverse Mountain, and finally return to the East Blue via Mary Geoise's safe passage."
Emperor Kael announced the itinerary to everyone; this time, they would first sail across most of the world. As for the North Blue and the New World, that would be discussed later. In any case, Aramaki and Issho, these two Admiral-level powerhouses, were Emperor Kael's main objective for this trip.
"To the South Blue, then into the Grand Line from the West Blue?"
"This will definitely be an exciting adventure."
Upon hearing the itinerary, everyone became incredibly excited. And with Marine escort, it was even more secure.
After Emperor Kael arranged domestic affairs with Empress Sally and organized the Germa Kingdom, he led a small fleet of 3 ships: the Exile Emperor, a warship, and a Snail-Warship, and set off.
Originally, Emperor Kael wanted to leave Reiju in the Goa Kingdom to control the Germa Kingdom. But she pleaded for a long time, insisting on going together. She wanted to spend more time with Sanji. Under Reiju's various pleas, Emperor Kael could only agree to her request.
At Emperor Kael's command, the 3 warships departed from the Goa Kingdom. The Goa Kingdom was actually closer to the Red Line near Mary Geoise, which was much faster than going to Reverse Mountain. It only took 2 days. The Goa Kingdom's diplomatic fleet arrived at the Red Line's safe passage, heavily controlled by the World Government.
When Emperor Kael saw the Marine Vice Admiral escorting them this time, a touch of surprise appeared in his eyes.
Vice Admiral Bluegrass, a small old woman, and also the elder sister of Marine Grand Staff Officer Vice Admiral Tsuru. She had a tricky ability to turn any living creature within her Observation Haki range into an obedient mount. She could even turn the Sea Beast Weapons developed by Vegapunk and the third-generation Pacifista into mounts, so her strength was not to be underestimated.
He wondered to what extent this old woman could control enemies, in terms of quantity and limits. If one didn't have Armament Haki, they would be controlled by her in minutes. Her ability was quite tricky. He wondered if Vice Admiral Bluegrass's ability was a high-level Devil Fruit ability, and if it could control the Vinsmoke four siblings.
But now, Emperor Kael was an Allied Nations Emperor, not a pirate, so there was nothing to fear. Vice Admiral Bluegrass still had to diligently escort Emperor Kael, safely guiding the Goa Kingdom's small fleet through the Calm Belt, from the East Blue to the waters near Marineford on the Grand Line.