Chapter 37: Cooperation

"Aren't you going to set an ambush here, Law?"

Inside a modest inn, Rorschach and several of his companions entered with Law.

Rorschach took a close look around the place and noticed that, despite it being an inn, there were only two scruffy-looking men in white and a cute white bear. No one else was present.

Rorschach gave the cute white bear a closer look.

Is this Beppo?

The other two were wearing hats that covered half their faces and appeared to be named Beijin and Shashi.

When Beppo and his companions saw Law enter, they immediately sighed in relief.

"Captain, you're finally back. It's very dangerous outside, filled with pirates."

Beppo's small eyes were filled with fear.

"Don't worry, they won't bother us."

Law walked over, carrying his long sword, and sat down next to Beppo and his companions. He then took a quick glance at Rorschach.

"If you're scared, you can leave, Marine."

"Have you figured that out? That's not good."

Drake entered the room with a sullen face and immediately sat down in front of Law.

Law showed no fear, making a soft sound, leaning against Beppo, and raising his legs.

"If you weren't an idiot, you might guess who would get involved in a fight with the Giant Worm Pirates at this time at the city gate? And with that style that only stops with death."

He glanced at Drake, then at Rorschach.

Drake made an angry noise and rolled his eyes.

Do you think I wanted that?

"Are you here for the second prince of the Prince Kingdom? You want to rescue the legitimate heir to the throne?"

"Can you even guess that? Your intelligence is truly frightening. Do you want to join the Navy? I think you would be perfect as a Navy doctor. By the way, I know an excellent doctor. If you could introduce yourself to him, I think he would be very happy."

Automatically, Rorschach pulled out a chair for Kogaku, who had entered, then sat himself next to Drake on the other side of Law.

Not all the officers of the Sharp Blade Unit entered; some stayed outside, hiding in the streets and watching.

It seemed that Law had really thought about it.

But he shook his head. "I don't intend to do that at the moment. If I joined the Navy, there are some things I wouldn't be able to achieve. Now, let's talk about previous matters. What do you want to discuss with me?"

Rorschach took a close look at Law in front of him and found that his appearance was very similar to how he looked in the manga.

Slightly aloof, but not making you feel cold.

Maybe the reason Law isn't considering joining the Navy is because Doflamingo is still a Shichibukai, right?

He has always wanted revenge against Doflamingo.

But being a Shichibukai, the Navy can't touch him.

And sometimes, they even have to help him.

After all, publicly, the Shichibukai and the Navy are on the same team.

Rorschach pushed away his complicated thoughts and looked at Law seriously. "Law, why are you in the Prince Kingdom? And how do you accurately guess our intentions? Do you also have goals here? Or—"

"Is Doflamingo here as well?"

Boom!

The chair Drake was leaning on toppled over, and his head hit the ground with a muffled sound.

"What?!"

Drake jumped up from the ground as if stung.

"Why does it involve another Shichibukai?"

"You know a lot of things."

Law also sat down, placing his elbows on his knees, his ten fingers interlocked, resting his chin on his thumbs, hiding half his face, and looked at Rorschach.

Rorschach smiled. "So, am I right?"

Drake looked quickly at Law.

Now he was completely puzzled.

Previously, in Branch 177, Jennifer had mentioned that the Giant Worm Pirates were suspected to be affiliated with the Shichibukai, Moria Moonlight.

That was enough to give him a headache.

And now it involves another Shichibukai.

And one of the tougher Shichibukai.

I'm just a simple Marine captain, how can I deal with these big shots?

Law remained silent for a moment, then responded in a low, confirmed voice.

Thus crushing Drake's last hope and making him sit on the chair in frustration.

"You guessed correctly as well, Marine."

"What is happening in this country is indeed related to that person. I couldn't find out the details accurately. But I can assure you that the person is not here right now."

Whew.

When Law said that, Drake sighed in relief, took a pitcher of water from the table, and poured himself a glass of water.

"But, his high-ranking followers, Trebol and some of his family members, are in the Prince Palace."

Cough cough cough!

Drake spat water from his mouth onto Law's face.

Law's mouth twitched, and he extended his right hand.

"Room."

Swirling waves spread out to form a hemispherical dome covering Drake.

"Shambles."

With a flick of Law's finger, Drake disappeared from his place and appeared at the inn's door, still sitting on the chair.

The water that sprayed from his mouth and nose splashed onto one of the Sharp Blade Unit officers standing at the door, leaving him and the officer in a state of shock.

Meanwhile, a new chair appeared in front of Law.

"What a strange ability, it can teleport people instantly."

Kogaku looked at Law in amazement.

Drake returned, scratching his head, still in shock.

"How did I end up at the door? What happened?"

Rorschach covered his face with his hand. "Are you an idiot, Captain Drake."

"What did you say?" Drake's face suddenly darkened.

"I said you're handsome, Captain Drake."

"Where, where? Hahaha."

Drake's face flushed with embarrassment and he waved his hand.

Rorschach shook his head.

What is this? I'm talking about serious matters here; don't distract me, you foolish dinosaur.

Rorschach cleared his throat and looked at the silent Law again.

"So, your target is Trebol and his companions, isn't it?"

Rorschach knew that Law was always looking for an opportunity to attack the Donquixote family.

It could be said that he wanted revenge against Doflamingo more than seeking the One Piece.

Law neither denied nor answered.

Rorschach extended his right hand again.

"So, I think we have a chance to cooperate, Law."

Law slightly raised his head and looked at Rorschach.

Rorschach continued speaking.

"Yes, we are indeed from the Navy. I won't hide it from you, our goal in entering the city is to find Prince Gross and capture Ilya, to thwart his plan to establish a Pirate Kingdom."

"Since Trebol and the Donquixote family are the true support for Ilya, we can work together against them!"

"Each of us gets what we want; it's a win-win deal. What do you think?"

Law looked at Rorschach for a long time before speaking in a low voice, "Do you dare to trust a pirate? I am a pirate."

"Mr. Rosinante was a kind-hearted man. I believe that the person who saved him with his life would also be kind-hearted. Moreover, so far, you haven't killed any civilians, have you?"

Rorschach said quietly, extending his right hand further, smiling.

Law's body trembled, and his lips moved slightly.

He looked deeply at Rorschach, then slowly extended his right hand and shook Rorschach's hand.

"So, I will work with the Navy this time."

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