Man in Pirates: Robin is my cousin? Chapter 019

“Understood,” Ranpo nodded.

It seemed he couldn’t relax tomorrow. Promotion was the priority. He could go to the entertainment district anytime, but Kaido wasn’t always available for a fight.

“When you get to Marine Headquarters, keep a low profile. Just follow along and slack off. Don’t rush headfirst into things. The New World is not like the Grand Line; it’s a pirate’s paradise. What’s more, this time we’re facing a Four Emperor, Kaido!”

Cartel chattered on like an old father, afraid that Ranpo, being young and hot-blooded, would try to test his might against Kaido.

He sincerely hoped his subordinate would go further, not die young.

“I was hoping Lucci would be back soon so you two geniuses could meet.”

Cartel looked out the window, recalling Lucci’s recent message stating he was about to return.

This meant he had completed his special mission and was about to become the World Government’s youngest CP 9 member.

“Oh? Lucci?”

Ranpo was slightly surprised. That little cat was only 13, right? Was he already going to be promoted to CP 9?

That was quite fast.

Ranpo felt no ripple in his heart. It was fine for Lucci to become the youngest CP 9, but he would definitely become the youngest CP 0.

He was ready to make a grand entrance.

Either he’d soar to the heavens and enter the World Government’s core, or his identity would be exposed, and he’d make a direct escape!

Cartel had been nagging for a long time, telling Ranpo how to survive the mission, but Ranpo just quietly packed away bag after bag of tea. Finally, Cartel couldn’t help but get a little irritated.

“No, did you even listen? These are decades of my experience as an agent,” Cartel said, a hint of anger in his voice.

“Alright, alright, Teacher Kaido is a good guy. Maybe he can even teach me a few moves?”

Ranpo waved his hand dismissively.

Did Cartel know about Kaido, the King of Beasts? Ranpo was hoping to learn Conqueror’s Haki from Teacher Kaido during this mission.

Shanks was too stingy; Teacher Kaido was more generous. Fighting was just a side lesson. Where else could he find such a good teacher?

“You…! Ugh, never mind. Do as you please. Just be mindful.”

Seeing Ranpo wasn’t worried at all, Cartel didn’t bother to persuade him further.

But then again, wasn’t he the same when he was young, fearless and reckless? Only after encountering the world’s true powerhouses did he realize his own weakness.

This kid, Beliar, was still too young and hadn’t witnessed the terror of the strong. This mission was also a trial for him, to smooth out his rough edges so he could go further.

Thinking this, Cartel said no more.

“Go prepare. You’ll leave first thing tomorrow morning.”

“Got it.”

Ranpo stood up, ready to leave, but Cartel called out to him again.

“By the way, did you hear about the death of Tro•Ide?”

Hearing this, Ranpo froze, his mind a bit blank.

Tro•Ide? Who was that? What did his death have to do with him?

Wait! Tro•Ide? That name sounded familiar. Wasn’t that the CP 9 who tried to assassinate him before?

“Ah? Officer Tro•Ide is dead?! How did he die? Who killed him?!”

Ranpo reacted, his face filled with anger.

An officer who once guided him had died. It was fine to show a little anger, right?

“Sigh, I heard he took on a special mission and then there was no news for over a year, so headquarters declared him dead.”

A hint of sadness flashed in Cartel’s eyes, but it quickly vanished.

There was nothing to be done. In their line of work, accidents were inevitable.

They were still relatively well off; as long as they didn’t court death, it wasn’t easy for them to die. The Marines had a higher death rate than them, as they often dealt with pirates.

Of course, the pirates were the most miserable.

The Marines targeted pirates, pirates sometimes killed each other, and the World Government occasionally used pirates as an example. There was nothing to be done. You were a pirate, who else would they target?

Ranpo stared at Cartel, his voice firm: “I swear, I will find the culprit who killed Officer Tro•Ide!”

“Yes, I believe you will avenge Tro•Ide.”

Cartel patted Ranpo’s shoulder, his face filled with relief. What a loyal and righteous young man!

Even a cold-blooded agent would show a side of loyalty at a time like this. This was the future of the World Government that he approved of!

Of course, this was just Cartel’s inner thought. Ranpo merely said he would find the culprit; he never said he would avenge him.

Was he supposed to kill himself to add to Tro•Ide’s fun?

However, mentioning this, Ranpo couldn’t help but miss Hakibin.

He wondered how his cunning little cousin was doing, if she was as comfortable as her older brother.

…

Meanwhile, on the Grand Line.

Hakibin, who was secretly hiding in a certain country, suddenly sneezed.

“Achoo!”

Rubbing her nose, Robin looked at the sleeping Little White at her feet, a gentle smile appearing on her face.

Is my older brother, the small fry, missing me again?

You must be very lonely without me and Little White.

Robin pulled down the brim of her black hat, hugged Little White in her arms, and walked into the darkness once more, moving towards her destiny.

In this life, she was destined to wander, plagued by misfortune. She only hoped this misfortune wouldn’t affect her brother.

The brother Robin was thinking of had already embarked on a journey to Marine Headquarters, destined to go further and further down the path of light!

The two siblings were now on completely different paths. Who knew what kind of scene it would be when they met again?

At loggerheads? Or both black and white? Who knew…

“Achoo!”

“What’s going on? Can I even catch a cold?” Ranpo grumbled.

He then piloted the World Government ship, crossing the Bridge of Hesitation and entering the Gates of Justice.

This was a gate symbolizing absolute justice, directly leading to Marine Headquarters and Impel Down.

Prisoners pushed through the Gates of Justice would forever be unable to escape.

Of course, this was just the World Government’s claim.

Robin had also almost been pushed through the Gates of Justice. He wondered if things would change in this life.

Ranpo rode the special sea current, rushing towards Marine Headquarters.

At the same time, he checked his gains from the past six months.

[Host: Nico Ranpo]

[Age: 18]

[Description: Just turned eighteen! Your Armament Haki has reached peak level, fearless of the Four Emperors! Your ordinary agent status can no longer match your strength. Keep climbing!]

[Skills: Cooking LV 7 ( 30/10000), Twenty-Four Simple Tai Chi Forms LV 10 (max), Soru LV 8 ( 203/20000), Rankyaku LV 8 ( 32/20000), Tekkai LV 8 ( 456/20000), Geppo LV 8 ( 209/20000), Kami-e LV 8 ( 12/20000), Shigan LV 8 ( 323/20000), Observation Haki LV 3 ( 499/500), Armament Haki LV 9 ( 0/50000)]

[Special Skills: Heavenly Eye, Roar of the Fire Dragon King]

[Constitution: Immune to All Poisons]

[Weapon: Monster Transformation • Hundred-Armed Giant (dormant state)]

[Experience Points: 10020]

After grinding missions for half a year, he finally got Armament Haki to level nine. That was enough!