Jon originally planned to leave Shimotsuki Village today and head to Goa Kingdom, the hometown of the Pirate King's big boss.
However, everyone refused to let him go, insisting on keeping him for another day.
Before going to bed that night, a large group of people sat in Koushiro's room, chatting in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
During this time, Kuina occasionally stole glances at Jon, which Koushiro teased her about, and the girl's indignant shouts added to the cheerful mood.
Jon, slightly tipsy from alcohol, was in high spirits and chatted with everyone for a long time.
Everyone learned that Jon was an orphan, with an adoptive mother and two adoptive sisters in Cocoyasi Village. While lamenting his past, they also felt fortunate for him.
And Jon also heard some things.
For example, Sabo had already been taken to Revolutionary Island by this time.
And for another, Dragon wanted to form an alliance with Vivi's father, Cobra.
Things seen in the original timeline and those not mentioned were all revealed by the drunk Betty.
Jon felt that Dragon was under immense pressure right now, leading the new revolutionary army to march in the darkness. Not only was it fraught with danger, but he also had to bear the expenses of the entire army.
Most people couldn't handle that job.
However, Jon still thought Dragon was too rigid.
There were so many ways to make quick money. Even if they couldn't target civilians, it was fine to go after pirates.
For example: capturing Charlotte Brulee and using her Mirror-Mirror Fruit ability to trick bounty hunters.
They could make a fortune and screw over the World Government at the same time. Why bother pulling their hair out in frustration?
But Jon wouldn't remind these revolutionaries, after all…
The harder their lives were, the more satisfying it would be for him to poach their people.
......
The next day arrived in a blink of an eye.
Kuina, Koushiro, Zoro…
A group of people reluctantly saw Jon and Ivankov's two groups off at the dock. Koala sensibly stood by Jon and Makino.
It was only then that Jon noticed.
Makino's tired little face had lost its sourness, and she even actively started talking and chatting with Kuina.
He had certainly tormented Makino quite a bit these past two days.
[Love's Separation] + [Strong Beast King], these two hentai terms almost made Makino see the Sanzu River.
But precisely because of this, Makino's beauty had skyrocketed these past two days. Nourished by love, she was even more delicate than Kuina.
This couldn't help but make Jon glance at her repeatedly.
It was like a vicious cycle.
The prettier she became, the more Jon wanted to torment her; the more terribly she was tormented, the prettier she became.
Round and round, he never tired of it.
"Anata (husband), why are you looking at me like that?"
Makino was chatting with Kuina when she suddenly shivered from Jon's burning gaze. She bit her lip and looked at him, her full legs trembling slightly.
"I've noticed Makino is a bit different lately," Jon said playfully. "Before, you seemed a bit sour, but now you seem to be all sweetness."
Did he notice?
Makino lowered her head, embarrassed.
Pinching the corner of her clothes, she mumbled, kicking her toes: "How could I dare to be sour anymore? If it continues like this, you'll torment me to death… I can't handle you alone, so it's okay to find someone to help me, right?"
She felt wronged too. What wife would want to share her husband with outsiders?
But she couldn't satisfy her husband alone, so what could she do?
Wuwu~ So embarrassing.
"What sourness, torment to death? Jon-kun, what are you two talking about?"
Kuina still didn't understand the riddle they were speaking. Her beautiful eyes darted back and forth, full of confusion.
"Nothing, Makino wants to be sisters with you, so you need to grow up quickly."
Jon smiled and rubbed Kuina's head.
The little girl didn't understand Jon's meaning, but that didn't stop her from blushing.
Jon-kun's hand, daisuki~!
After stroking her head for a while, Jon brought up serious matters again.
"Try to improve yourself as much as possible these next few years. When I set sail, I'll come pick you up. Also, pester your father to teach you both types of Haki. That will be a great help for you to become stronger…"
After patiently instructing her, Jon called Zoro over and gave him a few words of advice.
Only then did he greet everyone goodbye, board the hijacked ship, and leave with Makino and Koala.
Ivankov watched their departing ship with a smile on his face.
Until…
"It's only the first day we met, and that guy is overly concerned about Koala. Perhaps we should be prepared for Koala not to come back."
Belo Betty suddenly said this, hugging her chest, and the Ivankov beside her was instantly dumbfounded.
"He-haw~ What do you mean?"
"What else could I mean?"
Belo Betty looked at the men's clothes she was wearing and scoffed: "That guy is young but a pervert. Koala will definitely be devoured by him!"
"Then why did you agree to leave Koala in the East Blue?"
"Losing a little girl isn't a bad thing. At least it means the Revolutionary Army gains a powerful friend."
"…Betty, I'm starting to admire you more and more. Do you want to work part-time in the Momoiro Kingdom?"
"Work part-time as an okama? You scum, get lost!"
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Four days later.
Goa Kingdom, Mount Corvo.
In the lush green forest, Jon used Geppo continuously, standing on the top of a towering tree, gazing at the endless forest.
After a long silence, he let out a deep sigh.
"What the hell is this…"