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Chapter 142 Doing a Big Things
Robin was well aware of the World Government's methods and understood that with the Galleyra Corporation and Dock One already sensing something amiss, taking rash action would only worsen the situation. She could disregard her own safety, but she couldn't burden her loyal companions.
Seeing that Robin and Artoria completely ignored them, even whispering amongst themselves as if no one else was around, the CP5 agents' expressions instantly turned even more grim. The lead agent stepped forward, his tone extremely sinister, and uttered the most ruthless threat: "Nicole Robin, don't push your luck! Where do you think you can run to? If you don't cooperate, we'll immediately request a Buster Call to reduce Water Seven, along with everyone around you, to ashes!"
Artoria's eyes grew even colder, and she gripped her sword tighter and tighter. If Robin hadn't been holding her arm so firmly, she would have already drawn her sword.
Ignoring the noisy agents, the two took Artoria's arm and quickly walked past the three blocking their way, heading towards Dock One.
"Let the captain decide..."
Robin is completely unwilling to drag everyone into such a dangerous situation as going against the World Government without everyone's approval.
The CP5 agents behind them watched the two figures disappear, but dared not stop them. The woman beside Nico Robin exuded a dangerous aura. They could only grit their teeth and growl, "Just you wait! Nico Robin, and everyone with you, we will capture you all and take you to Enies Lobby to face trial by the World Government! None of you will escape!"
Leaving the piercing threats behind, Robin led Artoria quickly through the crisscrossing waterways and streets of Water Seven, heading towards Dock One.
As Robin approached the dock entrance, the clanging and hammering sounds reached her ears again. She saw Bai Yu standing by the shipyard, discussing the details of the ship's modification with the craftsman Kajian. Matsumoto Rangiku was also leaning against the side, idly playing with her hair. Robin's tense nerves finally relaxed a little.
She released Artoria's arm, quickly walked to Bai Yu's side, and told him everything that had just happened, word by word: "Bai Yu, when Artoria and I were strolling on the street just now, we encountered CP5 agents from the World Government... They found me and demanded that I come with them. They even threatened to apply for a Buster Call if I didn't cooperate."
When she spoke the words "Demon Slayer Order," her voice noticeably lowered, her hands clenched tightly at her sides, her knuckles turning white, and deep in her eyes was an inescapable fear and helplessness.
That was a nightmare she could never escape in her life, the root cause of her ten years of wandering alone. Now that it was brought up again, it could still easily shatter all her strength.
She wasn't afraid of secret agents, but the Buster Call...
Artoria followed closely behind, her eyes filled with confusion and anger. She looked at Bai Yu and added earnestly, "Those guys were extremely rude and full of malice. Robin was terrified just now. I originally wanted to take care of them directly, but Robin stopped me. I don't understand, what is the Buster Call? Why does Robin show such fear just from hearing that word? If they dare to harass us again, I will show no mercy."
Her tone was firm, carrying the protectiveness and decisiveness of a knight king. The coldness around her had not yet dissipated, clearly indicating that she was still bothered by the threat posed by the CP5 agent earlier.
Upon hearing their words, Bai Yu's gentle expression instantly darkened, his eyes sharpened like knives, and his aura turned icy.
He looked at Robin, whose face was pale, and without the slightest hesitation, stepped forward, gently patted her shoulder, and said in the most steady and reassuring voice, "Don't be afraid, Robin. I'm here, Rangiku is here, Artoria is here, Hana is here, and Kanna is here too. Have you forgotten our immense strength!"
Rangiku Matsumoto, who was standing nearby, also put away her lazy smile, stood up and walked to Robin's side, took her other arm, and her eyes were full of protectiveness and sharpness: "How dare a little CP be so presumptuous? Do you really think we have no one left? Robin, don't worry, whether it's the Buster Call or CP9 or CP5, if they dare to provoke us, we will make sure they don't leave alive."
Robin felt the warmth and strength emanating from the two people beside him. He looked up at Bai Yu's determined eyes, and the shadow of fear that had been hanging over his heart was finally pierced by a glimmer of light. His tense body slowly relaxed, and he nodded vigorously.
"Let's get rid of Robin's fear of the Buster Call this time."
The sound of hammers and chisels in Dock No. 1 never ceases, and the crisp sound of steel colliding with wood echoes on the water, becoming the most solid pulse of the Water City.
Bai Yu and his companions remained deep in the dock, finalizing every detail of the modifications with Carrera's top craftsmen. From reinforcing the keel and applying a storm-resistant coating to concealed weapon compartments and high-speed seastone buffer devices, every aspect was meticulously crafted to the highest survival standards of the New World, leaving no room for negligence.
Although Retsu Unohana is not an expert in shipbuilding, she can sense and detect potential problems in the ship's structure. Occasionally, she will offer a few gentle tips that always hit the nail on the head, which amazes the supervisor of the card frame. The supervisor looks at this gentle woman with more awe.
The craftsmen admired most those who could point out their mistakes.
The ship's conversion is progressing smoothly. The massive slipway is partially covered by a waterproof tarpaulin. Craftsmen work in shifts, their sweat dripping onto the scorching steel plates and rising into white mist. The original ship's outline is being dismantled and reshaped little by little.
Outside the dock, shadows had already begun to creep in.
CP5 agents did not leave. Like rats in the gutter, they hid in the waterways, alleys, rooftops, and even disguised themselves as merchants and craftsmen in Water Seven, keeping a close watch on the entrances and exits of Dock One. Every person entering and leaving was recorded by them, and Nico Robin's whereabouts were marked with special attention. The intelligence was sent to the World Government headquarters in encrypted form.
They dared not approach the dock easily. Nico Robin's companions instilled fear in these agents from the bottom of their hearts. They could only keep a close watch from a distance, waiting for the next instructions from their superiors, while secretly contacting other spies lurking in Water Seven, trying to find out the details of Bai Yu's group.
When Matsumoto Rangiku returned from the amusement park with Kanna once again, she immediately noticed the spying.
She held Kanna, who was munching on a cotton candy, with a lazy smile still on her face. Her fingertips lightly brushed the hilt of the Zanpakuto at her waist, silently noting down the gazes that were watching them. She then turned and told Bai Yu what had happened.
"So you're not planning to let this go so easily."
Bai Yu leaned against the wooden piles in the dock, gazing at the shimmering reflection on the water, a cold smile curving his lips. "Perfect timing. I also want to do something big, to completely erase Robin's past fears."