That night, Robin and James walked through the streets of the Seven Water City, eating their way down the entire street. Little Robin was nervous, afraid that James would discover she was a "monster." Even after encountering Sauro, she still lacked confidence in her abilities and feared being seen.
James was well aware of this. When they got home, he pulled out a Devil Fruit illustrated guide and tossed it to Robin, asking, "Do you have books like this in the Tree of All Knowledge?"
Robin took the book and slowly read through it. When she saw the Superhuman-type Hana Hana Fruit, she began to believe she wasn't a monster. After all, when she had eaten that fruit washed up from the sea, she hadn't eaten anything for two days. No matter how bad it tasted, Robin had forced herself to finish it, so the impression was deep.
After finishing the guidebook, James noticed the time was late. He opened the Anywhere Door and appeared directly in Robin's room to send her home, instructing her to hide the book. If anyone asked, just say Dr. Cloba gave it to her. He had plenty of these books, so she shouldn't get into trouble with her family over them.
James then said goodbye to Robin and told her he would come back in a few days.
Back in Seven Water City, James couldn't stop thinking about that small figure. Sauro had arrived, so Ohara's destruction was imminent—probably within this month. Should he take Robin away early? As for Sauro, his size couldn't pass through the Anywhere Door, so forget it. Everyone dies eventually. (Typical double standard—he was just too lazy to save her.)
Robin's mother had probably already fled. If James wanted to take Robin away, he'd need to start with her mother.
However, James dared not look for Robin's mother yet. For one, he wasn't sure of the timing. If he opened the Anywhere Door and was surrounded by the Navy, a Navy Rokushiki attack might take him down, throwing him in prison or worse. The consequences were terrifying. It was better to wait until the Navy had surrounded Ohara; at that time, Robin's mother would definitely still be on the island.
Little Robin lay in bed, thinking about the wonderful journey of the day. For the first time, she smiled in her dreams.
From that day on, every morning James climbed to the top of the Tree of All Knowledge to observe all of Ohara. From the treetop, he could see the entire island. Some strange people in the crowd might not be noticeable from below, but from a god's-eye view, they were clear.
As for the follow-up to the Greatsword storyline? Haha, don't joke around. That manga's lottery never pulls anything good. Even the strongest Denisa's ability was drawn, and James didn't dare to use it. Who wants to waste effort continuing to draw?
During this time, James monitored Ohara and pondered what to draw next. Now with the Anywhere Door, he couldn't go many places. So his purpose in drawing would be to strengthen his own power!
Countless passionate fighting manga circled in James's mind, and finally, he settled on Naruto!
In that manga, every ninja skill could be useful in the pirate world. Like the Transformation Technique—something considered a basic exam skill for elementary ninja in Naruto—if used by someone like a skilled spy in the pirate world, it could be powerful. Not to mention Fire Style or Water Style jutsus. Imagine unleashing a Waterfall Technique in the sea, instantly wiping out a fleet. Devil Fruit users encountering someone with Water Style would be helpless!
Alright, it's decided!
Come forth! Naruto!
From then on, James began updating Naruto manga drafts while continuing to watch Ohara and occasionally playing with Robin, treating her to some good food. The ironic part was that Robin, having been addicted to manga for two years, still hadn't passed the historian exam she was supposed to pass this year. But when James asked subtly, she was close to passing; reading historical texts wasn't a problem.
Then one morning, James opened the Anywhere Door and saw ten huge Navy warships docked offshore! The Demon Slayer Order had finally come!
Putting on a fake mustache and wig, disguising himself, James instructed the Anywhere Door to search for Robin's mother. On a remote rooftop, James saw Robin's mother, Nico Olbia!
At this moment, the heroic woman was lying on the rooftop with binoculars, watching the situation below. She didn't notice James approaching behind her.
"Cough cough!" James coughed softly. Olbia jumped like a startled cat and quickly turned to look cautiously at the young man.
Yes! Olbia immediately saw through the disguise. The mustache and hair were fake, but his height was suspicious, and his smooth skin looked too young.
"I'm Robin's friend. I want to take you to see her, Ms. Olbia."
Time was tight. James cut to the chase. This irresponsible mother had caused Robin so many tears. If you can't care for your child, don't have one! Letting little Robin grow up like an abandoned child, never knowing what her mother looks like—it's just so irresponsible!
"You know Robin? Is she okay now?" Olbia's eyes still held suspicion and caution, but who doesn't care for their child? Even if the concern might not turn into action, at least deep down, Olbia loved Robin.
"Alright, I know you don't believe me. I'll let you see Robin directly. Seeing is believing, better than anything I say!" James opened the Anywhere Door beside Olbia. On the other side, a thin child was running forward. Suddenly, the door opened, and Robin, unable to stop herself, ran through. James quickly closed the door behind her.
"Great! James, come with me to the Tree of All Knowledge! The Navy has come with many fleets to capture Dr. Cloba and the others. We have to warn them!" Robin grabbed James's hand, not noticing Olbia standing nearby with tears streaming down her face.
This child had eyes exactly like hers, with hair color inherited from her father, and that cute little face. At a glance, Olbia was certain this was her daughter Robin.
Yet Olbia didn't dare to acknowledge Robin at this moment. She held back her tears and composed herself. She was now a high-priority Navy fugitive and couldn't let Robin be implicated!
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