27: Chapter 27 Ah Long, I've finally waited for youAfter cleaning up, the group took a lunch break.Time flew by, and after their break, they prepared to work in the orange grove.
Wang Lufei, still leading the charge, grabbed the basket and rushed into the orange grove.Following behind, Meibel shook her head helplessly and sighed:
"I wonder if this kid is a real nobleman or someone else.He can be so energetic even when picking oranges."
At the same time, he glanced at the silly-looking Nami following behind Wang Luffy and cursed inwardly, "What's wrong with this little girl?We've only known each other for a day and she's already acting like she can't live without him.She was so angry this morning when she found out he went out with Nojiko.Is this what youth is like?What am I doing at my age?"
As Melbell's thoughts wandered, she began to reminisce about the past.
The two, rushing towards the grove, paid no attention to what the adults behind them were thinking, chatting and laughing as they picked oranges.
After picking the oranges, the group prepared to go home for dinner.On the way back, Wang Lufei pondered why the oranges, mostly sold to the Navy since they were being bought up by merchants, didn't just contact the Navy directly and have them send people to collect them, thus avoiding the middleman's markup.
Without further ado, Wang Luffy, after having dinner, made a phone call to Kizaru under the pretext of going out to digest his food.
"Moshi moshi, who is this?" A lewd voice came through the Den Den Mushi in Wang Lufei's hand after the call was connected.
"Uncle Kizaru, it's me, your dear little Luffy.There's something I need you to do, it's just a matter of a few words." Upon hearing Kizaru's voice, Luffy replied with a smile.
"Oh?What's the matter that requires you to call me?Tell me."
Wang Lufei explained, "It's like this, Uncle Ape.I've been traveling to Cocoyasi Village, and after staying here, I've seen merchants buying up large quantities of oranges from the villagers and then selling them to the Navy."
I was thinking, why not just have the navy come and collect them directly?Even though it incurs extra travel costs, the difference in price compared to the missing portion is still profitable, and it would also avoid damage from transport time.
Kizaru, on the other end of the Den Den Mushi, thought for a moment and said, "A very good idea.I'll mention it to Fleet Admiral Sengoku when I see him later; it should work.Is there anything else?"
Wang Luffy was happy to receive a definite answer.After saying "no," he chatted with Kizaru for a few more minutes before hanging up the Den Den Mushi.
After hanging up the phone, Wang Lufei, who was resting with his eyes closed, suddenly remembered that there was a naval cancer in this Cocoyasi Village, Captain Rat.
This guy is taking bribes because he has connections at Marine Headquarters, protecting Arlong who is harming civilians.He needs to be eliminated along with Arlong.Of course, the people at Headquarters also need to be removed; even if he has connections above him, can they be higher-ranking than Kizaru and Sengoku?
Then Wang Luffy thought, "It's easy to get rid of him, but how can I let him die a worthy death?Besides, even if he's gone, there might be other scoundrels who could harm Nami's family while I'm away."
After thinking for a long time, Wang Luffy finally came up with a solution when he got home.He pushed open the door, greeted Nami and the others, and went into the bedroom.
Standing at the desk, he picked up a piece of paper that Nami had discarded and wrote down his thoughts on the back.He wanted to make sure the plan wasn't forgotten before it was even implemented.
The note read that after landing, Aron called his grandfather, crying and complaining that Rat had used the excuse that someone at Navy Headquarters had suppressed Aron's bounty and was going to kill him to silence him.
When Grandpa arrived, the Melbelle family and I were probably dealing with the rats.Then Grandpa caught the rats himself and apologized to Melbelle.
Based on my observations over the past two days and my memories from my past life, Aunt Mei still seems to care about the Navy.I'll try to facilitate this further and have Mei Bell's family join my grandfather in the Navy Inspection Team that I made up on the spot.As the name suggests, their mission is to capture morally corrupt Navy personnel.
Aunt May, who has experienced injustice but still loves the Navy, would definitely agree.She could have a job she loves, and her family would be safe—anyone would agree to that.
After all, her grandfather's ship was practically the safest place.Even if it was for Nami and Nojiko's sake, Aunt May would probably agree.
After Wang Lufei finished writing, he folded the paper in half and put it in his pocket, waiting for A Long to come over before he could start implementing his plan.
After a while, Nojiko came in, greeted Luffy sweetly, and reminded him that it was time for bed.
Wang Lufei looked at the girl in front of him, smiled, took her hand and led her to the bedside.After a goodnight kiss, the two fell asleep in each other's arms.
Days passed by like this, peaceful and sweet.
While Luffy was having breakfast and playing with Nojiko, his Observation Haki suddenly sensed a large number of ships approaching from outside the island.He thought to himself, "Arlong, I've finally waited for you."
At the same time, Wang Luffy said to Nojiko, who was lying on his lap, "Sister, let's go home first.I suddenly remembered that my family called a few days ago and said that there seemed to be pirates appearing in Cocoyasi these days, and told me to be careful.Their information is always very accurate.Let's hurry back and prepare, just in case."
Upon hearing this, Nojiko realized the seriousness of the situation and hurried home with Luffy.On the way back, Luffy took a moment to make a Den Den Mushi call to Garp.
After arriving home, Nojiko approached Nami and Melbell and said, "Luffy's family has heard that some pirates might be coming to Cocoyasi Village in the next few days.Let's get ready quickly."
"Huh?Pirates?How could this be.Waaah, I'm so scared," Nami said, somewhat at a loss.
Seeing Nami like this, Wang Luffy went over and hugged her, patting her back to comfort her, "Don't be afraid.Since my family has received news and didn't tell me to leave, they must think I'm capable of protecting myself.""Yes, I wasn't just saying I was very strong, don't worry."
Melbell frowned and said, "Pirates?Those scum from the sea have even managed to infiltrate Cocoyasi Village.We need to get ready quickly.There's a cave I dug earlier in the room where we can hide people.You guys pack your things and go inside.I'll deal with them outside."
Seeing what Melbell said, Wang Luffy replied, "Aunt Melbell, I wasn't joking just now.I really am strong.Since your family is comfortable letting me stay here, they must be confident in my strength.Don't be too pessimistic.You and Nami can go inside.I'll protect you."
Seeing Melbell's stubbornness and doubt, Wang Lufei didn't waste any more words.He struck a bolt of lightning in his palm and said, "Look at this lightning, you should believe what I said now."
The two girls looked at Wang Lufei's palm lightning and, although they didn't know how he did it, they felt a little more at ease.
Melbell said with some surprise, "A Devil Fruit user.I always thought Luffy was no ordinary person, but I never expected you to have eaten a Devil Fruit.I believe you can handle pirates now."
But I still won't hide in the cave.It's my honor as a Marine.Let Nami and Nojiko go in; I'll face those villains with you."
Hearing Melbell's words, the two girls' stubbornness flared up.One of them grabbed Luffy's sleeve and said, "Since Mom and Luffy have the courage to face pirates, we won't run away either.And even if we encounter danger, Luffy will protect us, right?"
As they spoke, Nami and Nojiko tilted their heads to look at Luffy.Seeing this, Luffy breathed a sigh of relief, hugged the two of them, and said, "Since you trust me so much, I assure you that no one will be in danger this time, because I'm here.Let's wait here together."
As he spoke, Wang Lufei carried the two of them to a chair, looking as if he wouldn't move.
Seeing the three of them like this, Melbell shook her head with a wry smile and waited with them for the pirates to come to their door.
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