Chapter 684: SFDI - 684
Although the battle with Akainu and the others ended prematurely due to Shanks’s interference, it didn’t mean Drake had forgotten about it.
This incident was entirely the Navy causing trouble for Fairy Tail, and a half-hearted fight like that wouldn’t suffice to vent his anger.
Drake considered himself not petty, but allowing someone to provoke him without retaliation was simply unacceptable.
And so, an opportunity presented itself. While he didn’t know what the World Government was hiding in Rocky Port, it was undoubtedly something significant.
If that were the case, Drake intended to get involved. He hadn’t thought of it before, but Law’s words had sparked his interest.
Law was taken aback by Drake’s attitude. He had expected to spend a lot of time persuading Drake to accept the request, but before he could even start, Drake was already eager.
Clearing his throat, Law began: "Here’s the situation. Recently, Ochoku led a large group of subordinates out to sea. I heard they attacked a World Government fleet.
However, they returned to Hachinosu very discreetly, with a Navy ship accompanying them. No one knows exactly what they did, but many speculate they obtained something extraordinary.
I’m very curious about that item, so I’d like to commission you to help me find out what it is."
Drake stroked his chin, his interest piqued.
It seemed the truth hidden by the World Government was related to the item Ochoku had stolen, and Koby becoming a Navy hero was also connected to it.
Drake was genuinely curious about what could have such a profound impact.
Pondering, Drake looked up and asked, "So, where is that item now? Is it hidden in Ochoku’s stronghold?"
Law shook his head: "That’s the strange part. Ochoku didn’t take the item back; he left it on the Navy ship. That ship is currently docked in Rocky Port."
After hearing this information, Drake had a rough idea of the sequence of events in the Rocky Port incident.
First, Ochoku somehow obtained intelligence about the World Government escorting an important item or person.
Perhaps driven by ambition or greed, Ochoku launched an attack and seized the item, bringing it to Hachinosu.
Then, Law found an opportunity in this situation and, through unknown means, caused chaos.
At the same time, Koby, who was investigating, also took action. It was likely he who ultimately retrieved the item, scattering Ochoku’s forces.
This also gave Blackbeard an opening, ultimately leading to the senior pirate Ochoku’s permanent exit from the Great Pirate Era.
However, Drake was puzzled as to why Ochoku didn’t bring the stolen item back to his stronghold but left it in Rocky Port.
The only explanation was that the item was too special, and Ochoku was either unable or unwilling to move it. This only made Drake more curious about what it could be.
Setting down his wine glass, Drake said, "Then the problem is simple. Everyone, it’s time to get to work!"
With that, the group stood up and confidently headed towards the exit.
Law was stunned. Seeing the group about to leave, he quickly said, "Wait, you’re just going like that? Don’t you need a plan beforehand?"
Drake waved his hand and said, "Don’t mention plans! Simple and direct, that’s how we do things.
So, are you coming along!"
Law gave a wry smile. He had been overthinking things. Fairy Tail was different from what he imagined; their immense strength gave them a confidence he had never considered.
However, Law didn’t dislike it, so he stepped forward to follow.
Along the way, Drake asked curiously, "So, may I ask why you want to cause trouble for Ochoku?"
In the original story, this was the first step in Law’s plan to take revenge on Doflamingo, which led him to instigate the Rocky Port incident.
But this time, Doflamingo had already been defeated, yet Law still intended to act against Ochoku. Drake didn’t understand his motive.
Law remained silent for a moment and said, "There’s no need to keep this a secret! Since I set out to sea as a pirate, I naturally have my own ambitions.
And achieving my ambitions in the current New World is quite difficult. The Four Emperors who rule the sea are insurmountable mountains. To surpass them, one must always have a starting point.
Moreover, I’m also curious about what Ochoku stole from the World Government. Since that’s the case, starting with Hachinosu seems like a good idea."
Drake glanced at Law and said, "As a customer, I’ll give you a piece of advice: to achieve your ambitions, besides the necessary strength, you also need the corresponding courage.
If you want to reach the pinnacle, being accustomed to weighing pros and cons might not be a good thing!"
This was Drake’s heartfelt advice. Someone like Luffy, with a pure heart and solely focused on their goal, wouldn’t dwell on the opponent’s strength or the difficulty of the journey.
Therefore, they wouldn’t fear the Four Emperors, but would simply give their all to overcome them and advance towards their goal.
Such purity, paradoxically, brings one closer to the peak.
It was precisely because Law thought too much and considered too many factors that he lagged behind Luffy.
However, Drake wasn’t one to overstep boundaries. His advice ended there. Law was not someone who refused advice; he frowned and fell into thought.
As they were talking, they arrived at their destination.
Rocky Port—the name itself sounds related to Rocks, and it’s unclear what connection it has to the maritime overlord from forty years ago.
However, it was indeed the largest port on Hachinosu, and before they could get close, they were stopped by a group of pirates.
"Hey, outsiders! Boss Ochoku has ordered this area off-limits. Leave immediately."
Drake tilted his head and gestured to Natsu, who had been waiting impatiently. He stepped forward and punched the blocking pirate away!
The group of pirates realized then that Drake and his companions were here to cause trouble. Some immediately used Den Den Mushi to notify others, while some lunged forward.
Fairy Tail never lacked members who thrived on excitement. Seeing the charging pirates, they all became energized and met the attack.
This was something Fairy Tail excelled at. The surrounding pirates were quickly defeated, and Drake walked towards the Navy ship docked in the port.
Law watched the increasingly chaotic Rocky Port and couldn’t help but sigh. He had indeed prepared a plan, and if he hadn’t seen Fairy Tail, he would have caused the chaos himself.
But considering his own complex plan, and then seeing Fairy Tail achieve the same result so easily, Law felt the weight of Drake’s advice even more deeply.
Drake approached the Navy ship, frowning at the markings on its hull.
The large "SSG" was the abbreviation for Special Science Group, the insignia of the Navy’s Special Science Unit.
The Pacifistas and, later, the even more advanced Seraphim were developed by this unit. In the original story, Fujitora referred to it as having the power to reshape the world’s structure.
The leader of this unit was none other than Vegapunk, known as the "man with the world’s greatest brain."
It seemed Drake’s guess was correct; the item inside might be incredibly dangerous!
Drake thought of something: Vegapunk’s creation that could provide free energy to the entire world... the Mother Seed!
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