Tushan had already communicated with Makino, and today they were setting off on a long journey!
Makino was very happy that Tushan was willing to take her along.
However, the thought that in the future, she might see other women around Tushan made Makino a bit worried.
But after thinking for a long time, Makino finally strengthened her resolve.
Her man was a top-notch dragon among men in this world. Having one or two, or even three or five wives, was nothing out of the ordinary!
In this world, having multiple wives and concubines was not a big deal.
Moreover, Tushan was so outstanding.
With this in mind, Makino quickly came to terms with it.
However, Makino never expected...
While others might have a harem, Tushan had a whole nation of wives and concubines!
...
After a brief preparation, the two set off on their journey.
Makino bid a simple farewell to the villagers, and the two of them headed to the village's harbor.
They did not have a ship for their journey.
However, the village chief, being very considerate, directly gifted them a decent-sized fishing boat.
Although it wasn't of great value, it was quite significant for Windmill Village.
At that moment, Tushan casually thanked him and quickly boarded the boat with Makino, heading into the distance.
It seemed that their journey in Windmill Village had come to an end.
...
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On the sea.
Inside the cabin, Makino held a map she had prepared in the village.
While guiding them towards Syrup Village as Tushan requested, she curiously asked, "This village is hard to find even on the map. How do you know about it?"
"Why are we going to such a remote place..."
Tushan, who was rowing, paused at her words.
His purpose for this trip was naturally to seek out Kaya from that village.
But being asked by Makino like this, he found it hard to explain.
However, since there was no avoiding it, Tushan simply said, "We're going there to find a woman."
As soon as he finished speaking.
Tushan clearly felt the figure behind him pause.
But soon, he heard Makino speak, "Oh, I thought you were taking me out to experience some thrilling adventures. I was worried I might become a burden to you. It seems I was overthinking. You just want to find a woman..."
Turning back to look at the somewhat resentful woman, Tushan was about to coax her when he heard her continue.
"No, if you're looking for a woman, wouldn't bringing me along be even more of a burden?"
"Oh, Makino, don't overthink it."
Tushan chuckled and said, "Since I'm taking you along and not hiding anything from you, you should know that you have a place in my heart."
Makino blinked as she listened. Although she had already come to terms with it, hearing Tushan say it himself made her feel even more at ease.
Seeing that Makino didn't seem too concerned, Tushan quickly changed the subject and smiled, "By the way, Makino."
"I heard there's a kid named Monkey D. Luffy from your village. Did he become a pirate?"
"Yeah, you actually know Luffy?"
Makino asked with some surprise.
However, mentioning that mischievous guy brought a smile to Makino's face.
"Haha, that guy seems quite famous in your village. It's hard not to know him."
"Yes, Luffy set out to become a pirate not long ago. I wonder how far he's gotten now..."
"But with his carefree nature, I fear his voyage might be quite challenging..."
Makino said softly.
Tushan chuckled inwardly at her words.
With that guy's protagonist aura, he would probably make quite a name for himself.
He just wondered if his own appearance would affect that guy's aura...
Tushan silently thought about Luffy.
He wasn't particularly interested in him.
Now that he was the absolute strongest in this world, he naturally wouldn't get involved in those childish pirate games.
Of course, as long as the other party didn't provoke him.
As he was thinking, Tushan's expression suddenly paused.
"That guy has been a pirate for a while now..."
"Maybe Nami is already on his ship!"
Tushan muttered to himself.
Nami, being one of the most beautiful women among pirates, was naturally within Tushan's 'Dream Empire' plan's hunting range!
Even if she was already on the Straw Hat crew's ship, he would have to snatch her away!
Even if it meant becoming enemies with Luffy, it didn't matter!
Moreover, with Tushan's current strength, not to mention Luffy, even Garp wouldn't stand a chance!
However, Luffy and his crew were elusive, and it might be quite difficult to find them...
"I wonder if Nami has boarded Luffy's ship yet..."
"If not, it would be easier to bring Nami over in advance."
Tushan muttered, temporarily pausing his rowing to concentrate on recalling the events after Luffy's departure from memory.
After all, it was a memory from ten years ago, and recalling it suddenly was quite challenging for Tushan.
But fortunately, he managed to remember.
"First, they set out and encountered Alvida, then... rescued Zoro in Shells Town, and then met Nami in Orange Town!"
"After that, they went to Syrup Village to find a ship and met the long-nosed guy..."
"Haha, it seems that if we go to Orange Town now, we might still meet Nami!"
"Makino, check the location of Orange Town. Is it closer than Syrup Village?"
Having made up his mind, Tushan quickly asked Makino.
After glancing down, Makino soon pointed to a spot on the map and said, "Orange Town is a relatively large town, so it's easy to find, and it is indeed closer than Syrup Village."
"So, are we changing direction now?"
Hearing her response, Tushan smiled slightly, "Yes, let's head to Orange Town first!"
Makino shrugged and replied softly, "Alright, then turn 20 degrees southwest now..."
"Got it!"
...
Tushan and Makino's small boat changed course midway, heading full speed towards Orange Town.
At the same time.
Elsewhere.
On a somewhat shabby little boat on the sea.
Zoro: "Hey, how did you manage to set sail without knowing anything about navigation?"
Luffy: "Hehehe! It doesn't matter, I drifted out to sea."
Zoro: "...On this little boat?"
Luffy: "Ahahaha! No, my previous boat was already wrecked. I drifted across the sea in a wine barrel."
Zoro: "?! Can I still quit now?"
Luffy: "Hahaha, don't worry! I have a feeling our navigator will appear soon! And we'll have a really nice ship too!"
Zoro: "..."
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