Chapter 395: The Land of Gentleness and the Road to Sabaody
Compared to more than ten years ago, the current Fishman Island was thriving far more than in the original timeline.
Thanks to the power and influence of the Black Crow, and Fishman Island’s deep ties with Mio, peace and prosperity had blossomed. Recently, rumors spread that the princess of Fishman Island would become the apprentice of the Black Crow himself. That alone made it clear how important this place was to him. Pirates and slave-hunting groups no longer dared set foot on Fishman Island. And if any did, they were swiftly discovered and annihilated.
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Over the years, sightings of mermaid slaves had drastically decreased.
The residents of Fishman Island now lived comfortably, free from fear, enjoying a peace they had never known before.
On the island, flags bearing the symbol of the Black Crow Pirates fluttered proudly. Some were planted by Mio’s crew, while others were crafted and hung by the residents themselves—adorning homes and businesses as a show of their gratitude and respect.
Members of the Black Crow Pirates could eat and drink for free anywhere on Fishman Island.
It was a testament to how revered they had become.
At that moment, in the deep waters just outside Fishman Island, Mio sat at the bow of the Black Glory, watching the enormous pink-haired Shirahoshi swimming ahead to guide their ship.
A smile tugged at his lips. "Shirahoshi, have you decided what ability you want to master?"
"Huh?" The towering mermaid princess swam closer to the ship, her expression nervous. "I-I don’t know yet."
Mio had met Shirahoshi on the way to Fishman Island. Since he had already planned to travel to the first half of the Grand Line, Mio didn’t ask Shirahoshi to return to Crow Island. Instead, he brought her along, intending to teach her during the journey and help her control her power over the Sea Kings.
"Is that so?" Mio nodded. He didn’t seem bothered and simply said, "Then I’ll start by teaching you Haki."