One Piece: Under the Throne

A week after leaving Marinford, the news bird came with the latest news.

Leo took the newspaper purchased with 50 Baileys and read it carefully, [The third Shichibukai is born - Fisher Tiger, the hero of the ocean].

There are currently three spots for the Seven Warlords of the Sea: Crocodile the Sand Crocodile stationed in Alabasta, Fisher Tiger the Hero stationed in the waters near Sabaody, and Leo the Water Angel stationed on Punk Hazard Island in the New World.

In fact, Tiger's base is actually Fishman Island. The World Government wants them to guard the route from Sabaody to Fishman Island, so as to completely cut off the connection between the new pirates and the pirates of the New World.

Tiger was not satisfied after becoming one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea. The title of Seven Warlords of the Sea would allow him to better protect Fishman Island. After completing this small goal, he also wanted to satisfy his compatriots' desire for sunshine.

"Boss Tiger, you have just become a Shichibukai, so you'd better be more restrained. I also don't think it's a good thing to let the fish-men come to the surface of the sea so quickly. Most of your compatriots are too naive."

"Hahaha, don't worry, Leo! I will control the number. If the human traffickers dare to do anything bad on my ship, I will not show mercy."

Alas, the lessons are all learned after the bottom line is broken little by little. Tiger, you are really too proud. It is obvious that if you take a big step, you will hurt your balls. I don’t even know if the fishman has balls.

"Okay! Take care of these little things yourself, and don't forget to protect Otohime. She plays an important role in the next plan."

Seeing Tiger was so persistent, Leo didn't plan to persuade him anymore. He hung up the phone after giving some instructions.

"The little ones are heading to the new world."

Roar x6!

The Poseidon crossed the Fishman Island and arrived directly at the New World without stopping. After a week of sailing, the island covered with snow came into view.

Hidden under the snow and wind on Punk Hazard Island is the government's scientific research institution. Many cutting-edge technologies were created here, and the person in charge here is Leo's teacher Vegapunk.

But another top scientist, Caesar Courant, was very jealous of Vegapunk's talent, which led to frequent conflicts between the two at work. The appearance of Leo allowed the Five Elders to find a solution. The new laboratory on Egghead Island was about to be completed, so it was a good time to transfer Vegapunk ahead of time.

"Please give instructions after the doctoral research materials have been sorted out."

Vegapunk took a look at the empty laboratory, then decided not to stay and left with his men.

But before Vegapunk could leave the base, news came that the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Sea Angels, had arrived.

"The Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Angel of the Sea, will soon arrive at the port. Please prepare yourself, staff at Dock No. 1."

Suddenly Vegapunk stopped, and the researcher following him almost bumped into the doctor's head: "Doctor?"

"Ah! Sorry I was distracted just now. Let's wait."

Soon the blue and white Poseidon sailed into the dock, and Leo got off the ship with his friends.

"Wow! It's so big in here. I was worried that life on the island would be hard."

"It really is a secret government agency that hollowed out the mountain. What a big deal!"

When they saw the inside of the base, the companions' little emotions disappeared and they began to become curious about the inside of the base.

This was also Leo's first time visiting a government agency. Unlike his friends, he knew the fate of this island. Besides, his teacher and that annoying Caesar were also here. After more than ten years, he didn't know if the smoke bastard could still recognize him.

Suddenly a greeting interrupted Leo's thoughts: "Are you the Water Angel? You are really an amazing young man."

Hearing this, Leo turned around and saw an uncle with an unnaturally big head walking towards him. Leo raised his eyebrows and said, "Teacher, your acting skills are not bad either."

"You must be Dr. Vegapunk, right? It's an honor for me to meet the world's number one scientist."

"I'm just an old man who likes research. I heard that you have done in-depth research in the field of mechanics?"

Leo's lips curved slightly: "Of course, no boy can resist the temptation of a robot. I can confidently say that my Freedom Mech is the most advanced in the world."

Vegapunk smiled sincerely: "Show me now!"

Leo didn't care about others and put on the free mecha directly. He flew a circle in the dock and finally hovered above everyone.

This display amazed everyone, and Leo and Vegapunk felt like they had found a close friend, and they started discussing the mecha.

"What a genius design. The power system and weapon system are truly the best of their time. Your teacher must be very proud to have a student like you."

Hearing this, Leo laughed out loud, even crying: "I won't let the teacher down."

In what seemed like a question-and-answer exchange, Vegapunk and Leo completed the operation of a teacher checking students' homework.

Seeing that they were getting more and more interested in the conversation, the assistant quickly reminded Vegapunk that he still had to leave.

Leo extended his hand and shook hands with Vegapunk: "I won't delay your trip, Doctor. I believe we will meet again."

"Haha, we are both in the same government agency, so there are plenty of opportunities. Goodbye, Leo, I wish you good luck in military affairs."

After watching the teacher board the ship, Leo turned and headed deep into the base, where he soon met Caesar Courant. This guy had changed a lot, and it was unknown if his research on lethal weapons had caused him to become a pervert. Caesar's outfit was becoming more and more like a ghost.

Unlike Vegapunk's enthusiasm, Caesar was a little disgusted with Leo's arrival, and his tone of voice unconsciously became sarcastic.

"I really don't know what the people above are thinking. Did they send you here to protect the laboratory? The defense system here is already very good. I should really suggest to the government to transfer you as well."

Leo didn't care. What he had to do now was to try to test Caesar and see if he could recognize him: "You must be Dr. Caesar Courant. Satan Saint not only asked me to protect this place, but also to participate in weapons development while fulfilling the duties of the Seven Warlords of the Sea."

"What? What role can an amateur like you play? I think you are here to cause trouble for the genius scientist Lord Caesar."

Leo narrowed his eyes slightly, revealing a hint of murderous intent: "Are you going to disobey the orders of Saint Satan? As a fellow scientist, don't be so arrogant."

At that moment, Caesar suddenly felt like a knife was on his neck. He thought that now that Vegapunk was gone, he would have the final say in this base. As a result, the government parachuted in a Shichibukai to be in charge. Caesar just wanted to gain some say for himself and did not dare to really disobey the orders of the Five Elders.

Caesar's attitude took a 180-degree turn when he thought of this. "Oh, don't get excited. I was just joking. I'm so happy to be able to work with a young scientist like you. How can the old man Vegapunk's decadent ideas compare with yours?"

Seeing Caesar's attitude, Leo decided to give it a final test, so he smiled and stretched out his hand: "Then we must cooperate well in the future. My name is Leo, please take care of me."

"Sure, sure, um...Leo?"

Caesar was suddenly stuck in the middle of his words. The name Leo awakened his long-lost memories. He stared at the young man in front of him from top to bottom with wide eyes, and Caesar became more and more confused.

"They look somewhat similar, but the eye color is wrong, and the height seems to be wrong too. Although they are both short, the guy in front of me should be a little taller. How could that guy survive the explosion that year? Oh! It's so sad. After sending Vegapunk away, here comes this annoying shorty."

Caesar subconsciously muttered what was in his mind, not noticing that Leo's face was darkening.

Alfu and Will, who were standing behind Leo, realized something was wrong when they heard the word "short" and quickly pressed Leo's shoulders on the left and right.

"Boss, calm down. If you kill him, the World Government will be unhappy."

"Yeah, don't bother with this half-human, half-ghost guy."

Caesar, who was totally unaware of his loss of composure, raised his head with satisfaction and stretched out his hand when he saw Leo trying to shake hands with him. But before he could continue speaking, a stream of water instantly trapped him tightly.

"This...what is this? Water Angel, what are you doing? Let me go."

Leo ignored Caesar and said to his companion behind him: "Don't worry, I'm calm. It's necessary to tell him who is the boss of this base."

So Leo rode on Caesar and carried out inhumane torture for 10 minutes. The guards and researchers nearby wanted to step forward to stop them but were blocked outside by Leo's companions.

Of course I can't kill Caesar, but I can definitely beat him up.

"Who the hell are you calling small?"

"Who are you laughing at as a little bean?"

“Is it illegal to be short?”

The ruthless iron fist hit Caesar's face hard, causing his face to become swollen and several of his front teeth to be missing.

Caesar begged for mercy in a sly voice: "Drum major, rest, Bo wants to fight again."

Having almost vented his anger, Leo knocked Caesar unconscious with one last punch, clapped his hands and stood up: "Mad, if you dare to make fun of your height again, I will put you in a torpedo tube and launch you."

After a while, Leo left with his friends feeling refreshed, and turned back to Vegapunk's former office. After closing the door, Leo began to assign tasks.

"Afu will take over the defense of the base, Will will take over the dock, Charles will be in charge of logistics, and the others will temporarily help the three of them."

"My friends will be living here for the next few years, so please feel free to ask for anything you want now."

Victoria raised her hand first. "Leo, I also want a separate lab. I have many projects to complete in my botany and medical research."

Will and Gloria said they needed a training room. As mere fighters, they didn't want to waste their time.

Gloria wanted to go out to sea alone as she had concerts and fan meetings to do, but she was stopped by Leo.

"Gloria, you can't leave for now. I have some research that requires the use of your fruit ability. If the development is successful, the performance of the Poseidon will be taken to a higher level, and your own combat effectiveness will also be greatly improved."

Since Leo had spoken, Gloria shrugged helplessly and had to cooperate with the boss.

After assigning the tasks, everyone left the laboratory. Leo knocked on the Prime Minister's shell, suggesting that he block the senses that monitor the Den Den Mushi, and then quietly opened the note that Vegapunk left for him.