"Hmph, I don't like the Desert. It's too hot there, completely unsuitable for the Mink Tribe."
After the ship sailed out of Alabasta's range, Kate finally emerged from Oran's book. She couldn't help it; the environment there was simply too hot.
The daytime Desert was a natural disaster for the Mink Tribe, which was why Oran had her enter the book to temporarily escape the external heat until the temperature cooled down.
Although they had been away from Alabasta for some time, Kate still couldn't forget the torment of that high temperature.
"It's alright, our future itinerary doesn't include any Desert nations, so you don't need to worry about that."
"Caw!"
A cry came from the sky, interrupting Oran's next words. A dark shadow swept across the sea not far away, but it wasn't a bird; it was a pterosaur.
Looking forward, the outline of an island had already appeared on the horizon.
"Papa, is that a dinosaur? I saw it in the picture book at that big tree library before."
"Hmm, it looks like a Quetzalcoatlus. That call is quite unique."
"But that book said dinosaurs were extinct."
"Books can be wrong. In most areas, dinosaurs are indeed extinct.
However, sailing in the Grand Line is very difficult. Even communication between Allied Nations is limited, and most islands have no communication at all.
It is this isolation that has led to each island having its own unique culture. Besides islands with high civilization, there are also islands that maintain their primitive appearance."
As Oran spoke, with a thought, a book copied from Ohara appeared in his hand.
"This book records things about this island. Lyley, if you're interested, you can read it first."
"To the residents living here, this island is like a Small Garden, so let's call it Small Garden."
This was an adventure log compiled by an explorer named Louis Arnot, who called this place Small Garden, also due to this explorer.
"So, are the natives of this island all very big?"
"Yes, pterosaurs aren't considered big among dinosaurs, but the residents here aren't just dinosaurs. You'll see soon."
Oran adjusted the course, heading towards the island. His ship had a complete power system and didn't need to rely on rowing to move forward.
"Papa, are we just going to wait here now? Where are the residents besides the dinosaurs you mentioned?"
"Wait a moment, you'll see them soon."
With that, Oran threw out a book. This book stored a certain amount of dry firewood. According to the characteristics of books created by the Book-Book Fruit, once a book is burned, its contents will also be exposed.
So, lighting such a book could burn for a considerable amount of time. Then, Oran took out a small bottle, dripped a few drops onto a wooden stick, and placed it near the fire.
Just a few seconds passed, and a scent began to spread around.
"Hex" ruthless trick, barbecue essence. Just a few drops, and even grilled shoe soles could smell fragrant for miles. Oran planned to use this method to attract the island's residents.
It might attract some unnecessary creatures, but theoretically, it should still work.
And the facts ultimately proved Oran's idea.
"Gahahahaha, what a fragrant smell! Little ones, do you have any alcohol on your ship? It's been a long time since I've had a drink."
A Giant with a horned helmet and a broom-like golden beard walked out of the forest, squatted beside Oran's small boat, and showed what he thought was a friendly smile.
"So, so big! No wonder the book said this was Small Garden, but it's not as big as that Oz."
"Oh? Little girl, have you seen a Giant taller than me? That's truly rare. But you're quite tall for a human, so do you have any alcohol or not?"
"If you want alcohol, I have plenty here, enough for you to drink your fill."
Oran waved his hand, and as the book in his hand enlarged, barrel after barrel of strong liquor was taken out, piling up into a small mountain directly in front of the Giant.
"Gahahahaha, this is truly wonderful! I won't take your alcohol for free. Let me treat you to some grilled meat! Today, I caught a magnificent prey.
With alcohol and meat, it's perfect for a feast.
Oh, by the way, my name is Brogy, the strongest warrior of Elbaf! Come, let's enjoy some delicious dinosaur meat, guests!"
The Giant's logic was simple: since Oran was willing to give him alcohol, then he was naturally a guest. Treating guests with fresh food could be said to be their etiquette.
Lyliana was full of excitement, very interested in the grilled meat Brogy mentioned. After seeing Oran nod, she immediately cheered and followed Brogy up.
Absalom clearly felt fear towards the Giant, but seeing Oran and the others follow, he still mustered his courage and chased after them, standing beside Oran.
Soon, Brogy led Oran and the others to a huge Sea Kings' skeleton. This was his home.
"Ha! It's been a long time since I've had such wonderful alcohol. It's truly rare."
While lighting the fire, Brogy couldn't resist the allure of the alcohol. He opened a barrel lid and took a first taste.
"Papa, is this the new teacher you found for me? He looks like a drunkard. Can he really do it?"
"He can. Don't underestimate him. This is Brogy, the Red Ogre, one of the leaders of the Giant Warrior Pirates from 70 years ago, a great pirate with a bounty of 100 million Berries 70 years ago."
Rumble!!
Before Oran could finish speaking, the volcano in the middle of the island suddenly emitted a cloud of black smoke, looking like it was about to erupt. Brogy also stopped his actions because of this.
"It's time. Guests, please wait a moment. I'll entertain you when I return."
Brogy didn't hesitate at all. He picked up his axe and shield and walked towards the middle of the island, even taking half of the alcohol Oran had given him.
"Papa, what is he going to do?"
"He's going to an appointment. This Small Garden is not just their garden, but also their coliseum. There's more than one Giant living here. Let's go, follow them and see. This is quite a rare duel."
On the other side of the island, a Giant with a long black beard also walked out, carrying a shield similar to Brogy's, but his weapon was a long sword.
"Gahahaha! Brogy, you're as punctual as ever!"
"Of course, Dorry!"
Dorry, the Blue Ogre, was the other leader of the Giant Warrior Pirates, and like Brogy, he had a bounty of 100 million Berries.
In that era, the Giant Warrior Pirates were semi-tolerated by the World Government due to their immense strength. As long as they weren't too excessive, the World Government wouldn't bother them.
"How many years has it been, Dorry? You've also started to miss your homeland, haven't you!"
"Yes, that's why I'm going to defeat you and return to my homeland as soon as possible!"
Dorry raised his great sword and thrust it towards Brogy's heart, but Brogy blocked it with his shield.
Then Brogy raised his axe and fiercely chopped towards Dorry's head. Dorry, however, used his helmet to deflect Brogy's attack and began a new round of engagement.
Neither of them held back in the slightest, aiming every move at a fatal spot.
The clash of weapons created huge aftershocks. The plants around them had long been crushed, and this open space could be said to have been carved out by their fighting.
"Papa, are they enemies?"
"Not at all. They're even brothers, brothers who fought side by side for a long time."
"Then why do they... both want to kill each other?"
"This is a tradition of the Elbaf Giants. There's a warrior village there where both of them were born. This village believes that the God of Elbaf always protects the righteous, and will keep the righteous alive.
So, if a dispute arises in the village and neither side gives way, they must accept the judgment of the God of Elbaf, and decide the righteous person through a duel."
No one could have imagined that what caused the once famous Giant Warrior Pirates to disappear was a question from a little girl. She asked Dorry and Brogy who had the bigger prey.
This ultimately led to the two fighting for seventy years. To this day, they have long forgotten why they are dueling; they just want to achieve victory and fight for a warrior's honor.
As leaders of the Giant Warrior Pirates, their strength was unquestionable, and with the updates to the world, their value was still increasing.
Elbaf has a inherited technique - Elbaf Spear, a very powerful move. Oran came here specifically for this move, and also intended to establish a connection with the Giant Race.
Charlotte Linlin also knows it, and if Lyliana wanted to learn it, she might agree, but that would likely involve owing a favor. Charlotte Linlin is very clear when it comes to benefits.
Besides the single-person Elbaf Spear, the Giant Race even has combined attacks. To learn everything completely, one would need at least two teachers.
So, these two Giants ultimately became Oran's chosen targets.
Although Lyliana was alone and had no partner for combined attacks, perhaps she could try to turn it into a "two-sword style" and complete the combined attack by herself.
Bang!
Bang!
After a fierce battle, their shield-wielding fists simultaneously struck each other's faces, and both fell down.
"Battle number 51,426..."
"51,426th draw..."
"Gahahahaha!"
"Gahahahaha!"
After falling, they recorded their respective duel counts, and at the same time laughed heartily at the sky, perhaps celebrating that the other was still alive and hadn't died so easily.
At the same time, Oran's hands were already on the ground.
"Papa, what are you doing?"
"Some small preparations. It won't be easy to get them to teach you this technique with just some strong liquor. For that, I'll have to use some special methods."
A mysterious power surged out from within Oran, gradually spreading over the entire island. The people on the island didn't notice what was happening, but a new three-dimensional picture book appeared in Oran's hand.
The open pages showed the full view of Small Garden.
Book-Book Fruit · Awakening Skill.
When a Superman Type Devil Fruit awakens, it assimilates the surrounding environment, allowing the user to manipulate the assimilated environment, expanding the range of their ability's influence and gaining stronger control over it.
The awakening of the Book-Book Fruit is even more special; it doesn't turn the surrounding environment into books, but rather makes everything within the ability's range of influence become the content of a book.
"The curtain has risen, and there should be thunderous applause here."
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