Chapter 290: Reunion

Having decided to stay in the Kingdom of Reveland for another day, neither Shanks nor Love had any objections. As for Dr. Moy, who was in charge of guarding the Abyss, he had no complaints either. After all, the bandaged doctor suffering from social anxiety was more than happy to enjoy his peaceful solitude.

Adrian planned to take advantage of this last day to thoroughly appreciate the modernized customs and scenery.

Shanks, on the other hand, wanted to visit the island's tavern—well, here it should be called a "bar"—to see if there were any new varieties of good wine. Despite his young age, Shanks already showed signs of becoming an old drunkard.

Love intended to return to the Rumi's castle. She had just collected some unique recipes from the Kingdom of Reveland and wanted to see if she could whip up some new dishes in her private kitchen.

Once Shanks departed and Love returned to the castle, Adrian was ready to continue exploring the Kingdom of Reveland. Besides wanting to experience the modern atmosphere reminiscent of his past life, he was also on the lookout for a talented director with an eye for heroes, hoping to land a role as the lead in a short film. All he needed was a female lead.

"Sir… Adrian?"

At that moment, a familiar magnetic voice, tinged with surprise, suddenly rang out. Adrian turned to see who was speaking. It was a gray-haired woman dressed in a form-fitting black ladies' suit, with a high-collared shirt underneath and pink lipstick.

"Miss Elizabeth?" Adrian's immediately recognized the singer.

"Is it really you?" Elizabeth's eyes sparkled with joy as she walked forward with a gentle smile.

"Long time no see since Miss Elizabeth." Adrian naturally lifted Elizabeth's right hand and kissed her knuckles gently.

"What brings you to the Kingdom of Reveland?"

"Shouldn't I be asking you that, Adrian?" Elizabeth responded with a playful glance. Leaning closer, she whispered in Adrian's ear. "As a notorious pirate with a bounty exceeding 1.6 billion Beli, why are you appearing in the Paradise stage? Care to share your reason?"

Adrian wasn't surprised that Elizabeth had recognized him. Besides their past encounter, his wanted posters featured clear shots of his face. While Adrian's physique and abilities didn't make him as conspicuous as pirates like Charlotte Linlin or Whitebeard, he was still easily identifiable to those who knew him well.

Even Master Koushirou, living in the remote Shimotsuki Village in the East Blue, knew Adrian's true identity.

So, it was no surprise that the not-so-famous singer, Miss Elizabeth, in front of him did too!

Adrian smiled faintly, smoothly wrapping his arm around Elizabeth's soft waist, pulling her into his embrace. {O-Wow}

"Want to know why, little songstress? First, I'll let you taste the fear of a great pirate!"

"Ahem"

Elizabeth raised her right hand, pressing against Adrian's chest, stopping him from going further.

"I will wait."

"Then let's have a coffee together, Elizabeth."

This street was lined with many cafes, some elegant, some exotic, some with a long history.

Adrian chose a nearby small and exquisite outdoor cafe.

"So, Elizabeth, did an invitation to perform bring you to the Kingdom of Reveland?"

After some casual chat, Adrian stirred his coffee leisurely and asked.

"After Dressrosa, is it now the Kingdom of Reveland's turn to suffer pirate invasions?"

"How could that be!" Elizabeth couldn't help but roll her eyes at Adrian. "The security on the entertainment route is very good, and there aren't that many daring pirates."

"And yet you have one right in front of you." Adrian chuckled.

"Is it a movie invitation?"

Elizabeth sighed. "I'm not famous enough to receive a movie invitation from the Kingdom of Reveland."

"Are you sure?"

Adrian scrutinized Elizabeth for a moment.

"I think with your looks and charm, getting a movie invitation wouldn't be difficult."

Elizabeth replied irritably, "You talk as if you have a lot of experience!"

Adrian shrugged, admitting, "In fact, just a moment ago, a director on the street used the same line to try to get me to star in a movie."

"Alright, even if you want to tease me, there's no need to use such a method." As she spoke, Elizabeth pulled a ticket from her pocket and handed it over. "This is the ticket for my performance this afternoon."

Adrian took the intricately designed white ticket, adorned with some delicate yet simple light-colored patterns.

"Another solo performance?"

Adrian clearly remembered this beautiful and sweet-voiced singer was a little-known Devil Fruit user.

The Paramecia-type: Voice-Voice Fruit.

Not only could she hear constantly spreading sounds from the outside world, but she could also make her own voice melodious and enchanting, like the sound of nature.

A Devil Fruit perfectly suited to Elizabeth's profession.

"Yes, it's a solo performance," Elizabeth nodded with a smile. "But there will also be a violinist accompanying me."

Adrian raised an eyebrow. "A violinist?"

Elizabeth's eyes sparkled mischievously. "Yes, a very handsome violinist."

"Does he have an afro, and does he laugh 'Yohohoho'?"

Elizabeth was amused by Adrian's mimicry, laughing so hard she doubled over.

"Who laughs like that in the world!"

"There really is someone like that, and his musical skills and violin playing are superb."

Adrian said with a serious face.

"And he is also a gentleman who loves milk and tea."

As his words fell, a thought popped into Adrian's mind, and he asked straightforwardly,

"Elizabeth, do you think I have the potential to become a musician?"