Chapter 430 – Talking with Fujitora.

Chapter 430 – Talking with Fujitora.

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"Monkey D. Luffy..." Fujitora murmured, feeling the powerful presence of Luffy before him as he unlocked his cell with a snap.

"Let's go outside; we have some things to discuss... Fujitora," Luffy said, and the man, unable to resist, stood up from his meditative position, beginning to leave the cell to follow Luffy, though his hands remained bound in Seastone.

And so, they stepped outside the prison in silence. As the sun hit his face, the admiral looked out over Dressrosa, appearing almost the same as when he was first detained. Outside the kingdom, he could sense islands as large as Dressrosa surrounding it, either on the sea or floating in the air.

"So, this is what the power of the levitating Fuwa Fuwa no Mi can do...?" he asked, somewhat impressed by the sight. Even though he couldn't see, he perceived shapes in the air and felt the presence of each island around him through his haki.

"Yes... it's the power of one of my crew members..." Luffy replied with a smile.

"..." Fujitora said nothing, though he was visibly intrigued. Obviously, the gravity fruit user was interested in the levitation power, having heard of Shiki in the past, though he had never had to face him.

"Let's go," Luffy commented, leaving the prison as they passed a few guards posted by King Riku to watch over the place. They greeted Luffy and allowed him to pass without resistance.

Fujitora merely followed in silence as they walked past the prison walls and into the city. Luffy offered no further comments, and they proceeded forward.

As they walked, they saw the townspeople busy with their activities, rebuilding their homes, clearing stones and debris from both the streets and private properties—a consequence of the battle that took place when the first Straw Hats arrived in the kingdom. They continued their reconstruction while Luffy and Fujitora heard the sounds of nails and hammers.

"Dad! I brought your lunch! Let's eat with Mom, and then I'll help you finish our house!" A boy ran up to a man hammering nails.

"Darling, I brought these little buns for you."

"Thank you, my love."

At another house, a man was sawing a wooden beam while his wife approached. They seemed newly married, perhaps due to the absence, as either the man or the woman had once been transformed into toys. Now, they could reclaim their lives with those who had forgotten them, finally able to be close to the people they loved again.

This scene had become commonplace as they continued to walk through the city. Children, parents, spouses—all appeared happy with their families, even with their homes in ruins, as they continued to rebuild, finding joy in being with the ones they loved.

Some noticed Luffy strolling calmly through the streets, surprised to see the Yonko so casually accompanied by a Marine admiral. In silence, some greeted him with nods, while others waved.

"Captain of the Straw Hat Pirates! Thank you for what your crew did for Dressrosa!"

"Lord Luffy, we are eternally grateful for the freedom you brought us!"

"Dressrosa was a prison until you appeared!"

"Thank you for ending Doflamingo and his family!!"

People continued to exclaim as they passed through those streets. Of course, not everyone shared this sentiment. Some looked at Luffy with fear, but they were in the minority. He knew the world was as it was, that one could never please everyone, and accepted that he would always be seen as both a villain and a hero.

Many would still fear him, but it didn't change the fact that most were grateful. Luffy calmly nodded in acknowledgment to those who greeted him.

Some glanced at Fujitora with anger and disgust. "How could the Marines let us suffer for years? How did you allow Dressrosa to reach this state? You were supposed to uphold justice!" They hurled these words at the blind man.

They sought an outlet for their frustrations, knowing it was only due to the government's interest in the Shichibukai system that Doflamingo's power had solidified, leaving this suffering people to endure in silence.

Doflamingo was killed over a year ago. But it doesn't change the fact that everything started because of him and the government, which left Dressrosa in his hands after his coup.

Fujitora remained silent, taking it all in without comment. Luffy knew he didn't fully agree with his words but perhaps would understand them in time.

Luffy was about to continue the conversation, but just then, his Den Den Mushi rang. Seeing it was Hancock, he picked it up, knowing she could speak to him in person, so a call must be urgent.

"Luffy, come quickly! Uta is about to give birth!! I've already called Lami! Hurry!" Hancock exclaimed, her tone filled with urgency.

He was surprised, but then a smile broke across his face. "Alright, I'll be there in a second," Luffy responded, hanging up the Den Den Mushi. He turned to Fujitora. "Well, it looks like my sixth child is on the way. I can't miss this birth for anything. We'll leave our conversation for later, but one way or another, there'll come a time when you'll see the World Government's atrocities. Don't forget about all the slaves trapped in Mariejois or any kingdom the World Government may try to destroy in the future."

Luffy paused, looking seriously at Fujitora, and added, "I believe a new force will emerge within the Marines in time. A force that will fight for justice, and I truly hope you choose the right side, Fujitora."

Fujitora nodded silently, reflecting on Luffy's words.

"In any case, you're permitted to walk around the city. You can find someone to help you arrange accommodations, but I can't release your Seastone cuffs, even though I know you wouldn't cause harm to Dressrosa. It's just for security; after all, you're still a hostage, meant to keep this place safe from the World Government for now. No offense," Luffy said.

Fujitora remained silent, simply watching as Luffy disappeared a moment later.

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