Chapter 237

A week later... Stormlands of the New World.

According to legend, the path through the stormy lands is one of the most dangerous in the waters of the Grand Line. Without a detailed map, even the Yonko would never have ventured to cross this place. Since their essence is simple - an eternal circle from which there is no way out. The Florian triangle was somewhat similar to these waters. Only the difference is in scale and danger. As long as there is no danger for Yonko in the waters of the triangle, danger is kings everywhere in the stormy hell, and having it—the elements! From the title, so much is clear. But in fact, these seas, in essence, did not have a single island, since they simply could not stand here. So the names - "land", do not really suit these waters. Here, even from the wreckage of ships there is nothing left, not to mention something else. One has only to imagine how dangerous this path is for the fruit picker.

This is where the Blood Star Pirates made their way. The black sails of the Nether trembled and tore from the constant winds, but Nami continued to hold the helm and calmly sail forward. Pestilence on the edge of the ship supported the ship with his powers, including the royal will. His wounds were still making themselves felt, especially those received from the flames of Gorosei, but they would soon heal. The man was already soaked to the skin, all his scars on his body and tattoos clearly shone from the constant flashes of lightning in the black skies. For hours on end he had been paving the way forward. It turned out that no king with a bit of khaki could even swim a few miles in these waters. Moreover, there is no place for a coward. As long as you have fear, the storm will only intensify. He, like a wild beast with his unbridled cruelty, will devour cowards and fools who wish to come here. Even with the will of the king, it was incredibly dangerous to move here. Fortunately, the Sea Devil possessed not only all this, but also a special fruit that allows him to change gravity. So the path became much easier in this stormy hell.

Robin deciphered the Poneglyph and now they knew the true path, but that wasn't the end of it all. It is through the stormy lands that you need to go in order to find the lost land of the giants - Elbaf. After all, something forgotten was hidden there, something very important for the end of the journey ... Probably only God himself knows how the giants learned to overcome this stormy hell in order to return home.

Meanwhile, Sanji was preparing dinner and discussing the recent battle with Charlie. The musician played a cheerful tune to cheer up the cook and sometimes served vegetables for cleaning.

Do you think we'll pass? Charlie casually asked while biting a carrot.

Sanji abruptly snatched the vegetable from his friend's hands and grunted.

“Sure, Nami-san is at the helm, and Cap is watching everything. If we drown here, it will be even more of a disgrace.

Charlie laughed.

- Well, anything can happen, I'm terribly afraid to swim in a storm.

“Hehe, coward, don’t worry, as soon as I save all the beauties and the captain, you will be the next in line.”

- Oh, you ... That's why I did not doubt my friend!

The two laughed merrily and continued to discuss the beauties of Wano Country. Charlie had a lot to say...

Meanwhile, on the lower deck, Zoro was training, only this time he wasn't alone. North, as always sweaty and furious, continued to attack the swordsman with his bone spear, while the two watched the fight. A new and already old man on the ship - Sargon. The newcomer was naturally Yamato. Many will never forget the moment of her joining the team. Especially when this girl brought almost a dinner of samurai allegiance to the Sea Devil, and then, as if nothing had happened, demanded membership in the team. In general, Mor was not against it, although he was surprised that Kaido had offspring ... It was also surprising that his daughter turned out to be a beauty, and even quite strong, and at the same time did not want to kill him.

After releasing the girl from the explosive handcuffs, More took her to the ship. Only now she was mostly interested in fighting Zoro or North, mostly of course the burden came on the swordsman. It's funny that the girl called herself Oden, although she used a mace, like her father ... But, the team quickly got used to her. There were plenty of weird ones, that's for sure...

Sargon stood nearby and made sure that the young did not destroy the ship again. After several such tragedies, the enraged old man gave the youth a rather ruthless lesson. Since then, they have been trying to keep quiet.

In the dining room, Yong and Robin continued to work on a complete background check on the Poneglyphs. They understood the basics, especially the importance of reaching Elbaf on the way. Next, it was worth pushing. But, Robin was not particularly worried, she knew that if the captain had something in mind, he would definitely fulfill it. Therefore, she gave all her best and tried to do everything in her power.

Young nearby was trying to use his ability. Only in stormy lands, unfortunately, it did not work out very well. But even without the order of the Sea Devil, he still wanted to find out the situation with the revolutionaries and their battle in Marijoa. In the end, Ace was with them, and even Sabo and Marco, and they are friends ... That's not to mention Rotret, for whom Pestilence was still worried. He had already seen what only one Gorosei was capable of, if everyone gathered, the battle could change drastically.

Meanwhile, Alia was petting the ginger cat and looking at Nami. She did not really like to leave her friend, besides, she was still worried about the captain. Even with his survivability, help may still be needed. At least the pain didn't go away for some reason.

Thus, everyone from the Blood Star team continued on their way through the relentless storm lands without too much worry. Elbaf was getting closer...

***

- It can not be...

— Ha-ha-ha! Yeah...

In the shadow of a huge tree, ten pirates showed completely different facial expressions. Especially the Sea Devil. His face showed not so much surprise as bewilderment. He tried to laugh with joy like North, but realizing something that he had been going for so long, it turned out to be this... He just couldn't believe it!

Mort sighed again with a frown. Finally, all worries and disappointments ended, he just shook his head and laughed:

“What a joke… And for the sake of it… Haaa…!” I have never been so upset in my entire life! Mort spat, clapped North on the shoulder, and turned around to walk quickly into the sunset. One Piece turned out to be so ... Laugh or cry, that's the question. Not that he was expecting anything great, but he wasn't expecting something so crazy either. Definitely a treasure for the crazy!

A mystery shrouded in darkness... How long will it remain so?