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Chapter 218 No Stealing Food
Chapter 218 No Stealing Food
After Bai Yu finished speaking, Yamato remained kneeling on the ground, not getting up for a long time.
She lowered her head, her white hair obscuring her face, making it impossible to see her expression.
But her shoulders were trembling, not from crying, but from a deeper tremor, a tremor that came from the depths of her soul.
She was imprisoned by a father named Kaido, and by a diary belonging to Oden.
She always thought she was free.
She thought that by choosing to admire Oden and rebel against her father, she had developed her own will.
But now she realizes that she has never truly been free.
She simply jumped from one cage into another.
Kaido put physical shackles on her, while Oden put mental shackles on her.
"I!"
Am I an idiot?
Bai Yu did not answer.
He doesn't need to answer that question.
Yamato forcefully wiped away her tears and then stood up.
Her legs were weak, but she stood very straight.
She looked at Bai Yu, whose eyes still held tears, but there was something she had never seen before.
That's not worship, not dependence, but a kind of—awakening.
"There are still many things I don't understand."
Yamato said, his voice still trembling slightly, but much more determined than before.
"But I want to—try to find it."
"What are you looking for?"
Bai Yu asked.
"Find my own path."
Yamato said.
"This is not Oden's path, nor is it my father's path."
"This is my path."
Bai Yu looked at her for a while, then nodded.
"Then let's go find it."
He said.
"But don't follow me."
Yamato was stunned.
Bai Yu turned around and walked towards Kanna.
"I don't need a confused person who sees themselves as someone else's shadow."
"If you've found yourself and still want to come find me, then we'll talk about it then."
Yamato stood there, watching Shiraha's retreating figure, his mouth opening and closing, unsure of what to say.
Artoria walked over to Yamato and glanced at her.
"He's a very special person, and what he says must be important to you."
Artoria said calmly.
"Find yourself first."
"If you really find it, he will see it no matter where you are."
Yamato looked at Artoria, then at Shiraha's back, and nodded vigorously.
Robin walked over, took a piece of paper from his pocket, and handed it to Yamato.
"This is how we contact you."
Robin said with a gentle smile on his face.
"If you need help, please feel free to contact us."
"Of course, you'll have to figure out the way yourself."
Yamato took the paper and carefully put it away, just like he had done with Oden's diary before.
But this time, her movements weren't as devout.
It's more about cherishing.
"Thanks."
Yamato said.
Thank you.
Dealing with the Wano Country situation proved to be far more complicated than Shiraha had anticipated.
Shiraha did not linger in Wano Country.
He only stayed for three days.
The samurai were ruthless; they killed those who deserved to die and spared those who didn't.
Those who were forced to join the Beasts Pirates were spared.
None of the officers who truly followed Kaido were spared.
"To cut the weeds, you must pull them out by the roots."
However, because of their powerful physiques, Kaido and King were impossible for anyone else to kill without Bai Yu's intervention.
Those factories that emitted smoke, polluted the environment, and drained the labor force of the people were burned down.
"Burn it."
A fire burned everything down.
"Your father failed not because he was weak, but because he didn't understand."
"He doesn't understand how heavy the responsibility of governing a country is."
"You need to learn how to be a general, not how to be a hero."
Yamato nodded, seemingly understanding but not quite.
Bai Yu didn't know how much of what he heard had been taken to heart, but that was none of his business anymore.
The road is one you have to walk yourself.
On the morning of the fourth day, Shiraha and his group left Wano Country.
They didn't disturb anyone, just as quietly as they had arrived.
On the sea, the sun shone brightly, and the sea was calm.
The sails of the Dawn were billowing in the sea breeze.
Bai Yu sat on the deck at the stern of the ship, holding a book in his hand, but not reading it seriously.
His eyes were fixed on the distant horizon, and he was thinking about something.
Kanna sat next to him, holding a bag of snacks in her hand, chewing away with her little mouth.
"Baiyu, are there fish in the sea?"
"Kanna suddenly asked."
"have."
Bai Yu said.
"Can we eat fish then?"
Kanna's eyes lit up.
"sure."
Bai Yu said.
"But you have to catch it yourself."
Kanna tilted her head and thought for a moment, then stood up, walked to the side of the boat, and put her little hand into the sea.
"thunder!"
crackling and popping—
An arc of electricity exploded on the sea surface, and a few seconds later, more than a dozen fish floated to the surface, their white bellies turned white.
Connor happily scooped the fish out one by one, her hands still crackling with electricity.
"Baiyu, I caught a fish!"
Connor held up a fish bigger than her arm and proudly waved it around.
Bai Yu glanced at it.
Your clothes are wet.
Kanna looked down and saw that the hem of her clothes was indeed soaked.
"It's okay~"
Connor said, continuing to hold the fish.
"Anyway, I'll be changing it later~"
Bai Yu sighed, stood up, and used fire-style techniques to dry Kanna's wet clothes.
Kanna stood still obediently, with a small fish in her mouth.
"Good boy/girl~"
Robin came out of the cabin, holding a book in his hand.
She walked over to Bai Yu and sat down naturally.
"The matter in Wano Country has come to an end."
Robin said.
"Um"
Xin Baiyu said.
"Where to next?"
Robin asked.
Bai Yu thought for a moment.
"I'm off to keep my appointment, but there's no rush."
"Shall we just wander around?"
"Um."
Robin smiled and said nothing more.
She opened the book and began to read quietly.
The sunlight shone on her face, making her profile look exceptionally soft.
Bai Yu glanced at her, then turned back to look at the sea.
Rangiku came out of the cabin, carrying two bottles of wine.
"Hey, drinking in broad daylight?"
Uchiha Hakuba said.
"What happened during the day?"
Rangiku tossed a bottle of sake to Shiraha, who caught it.
"You can drink alcohol during the day too."
As Rangiku spoke, she sat on the gunwale, opened the bottle, and took a big gulp.
"Ah~ That feels so good~"
Rangiku let out a satisfied sigh.
"This is what life is all about! All that fighting and killing is so boring!"
"You don't seem to be making any moves lately."
Bai Yu drank his wine without looking up.
Rangiku thought about it and realized that she really hadn't done much manual labor.
"—Never mind, I'm a logistics staff member now."
Rangiku waved her hand and continued drinking.
Yachiru jumped down from the gun rig and landed steadily on the deck.
Her white dress fluttered in the sea breeze, and her face still wore that gentle smile.
"The sea breeze is so nice today!"
Yachiru said, and sat down next to Shiraha.
"What were you doing on the mast just now?"
Bai Yu asked.
"Look at the sea~"
"Let's see if there are any sea kings~"
Bai Yu raised an eyebrow.
"You want to eat sea kings?"
"No~"
Yachiru shook his head.
"I was just thinking about what the world was like in its early days, and whether there were many guys worth taking action against."
Bai Yu fell silent.
This woman really cannot be judged by common sense.
Artoria stepped out of the cabin, carrying a tray with freshly brewed black tea.
She handed a cup of black tea to Bai Yu.
"your."
Bai Yu accepted the black tea.
"Thanks."
Artoria handed Robin another cup, then Yachiru, and then Rangiku.
Kanna raised her hand.
"Me too!"
Artoria looked at Kanna.
"You're too young to drink tea."
"I'm two thousand years old!"
Kanna protested.
Artoria paused for a moment.
"You can drink it."
Artoria poured Kanna a glass, which Kanna happily took and sipped slowly.
"Hot~"
Kanna stuck out her tongue.
Bai Yu watched this scene, and the corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.
This is his current life at sea.
Although it's strange, although it's chaotic, but—
not bad.
As night fell, the Dawn stopped near a deserted island.
Bai Yu did not go ashore, but simply anchored at sea, letting the boat rock gently with the waves.
Robin was preparing dinner in the kitchen, while Rangiku was helping out.
Yachiru sat on the mast looking at the stars, and Kanna sat next to her, swinging her short legs.
Artoria set up a table and chairs on the deck and laid out a white tablecloth.
Bai Yu sat in a chair, holding a box in her hand.
Those were things he brought from Wano Country.
It's not some kind of treasure, just some seeds from Wano Country.
He wanted to see if he could grow something on the boat.
"White Feather~"
Robin's voice came from the kitchen.
"Dinner is ready!"
Bai Yu put away the box and went into the cabin.
The table was already full of food.
There is fish, meat, vegetables, soup, bread, and dessert.
"Why is it so lavish today?"
Bai Yu asked.
"It's a celebration!"
Robin said with a smile.
"Celebrating defeating Kaido, celebrating leaving Wano Country, celebrating—"
Robin thought for a moment.
"Let's celebrate that we're still this happy every day!"
Bai Yu smiled.
"Then let's celebrate."
Everyone sat around the dining table and began to enjoy their dinner.
Kanna ate happily, her mouth stuffed full of food, her cheeks bulging.
Rangiku had drunk a lot of alcohol; her face was flushed, and she was starting to slur her words.
Yachiru ate elegantly, chewing each bite slowly and carefully, but her gentle smile never disappeared.
Artoria ate very seriously, as if she were completing some kind of mission.
Robin ate slowly, watching everyone as he ate, a satisfied smile on his face.
Bai Yu ate his portion without saying a word.
The atmosphere was warm and peaceful, like a typical family dinner.
But Bai Yu knew that all of this was temporary.
Calmness is merely the prelude to a storm.
But at least for now, at this moment, they can enjoy this peace.
After dinner, Bai Yu sat alone on the deck at the stern of the ship, gazing at the starry sky.
The starry sky over the sea is beautiful; without the light pollution of the city, every star is clearly visible.
Bai Yu looked at the stars, his mind wandering.
He thought of the people in the Naruto world.
How are they now?
he does not know.
He recalled his past as Uchiha Hakuba, the battles, the pain, and the losses.
Then he remembered the present.
Robin, Artoria, Rangiku, Yachiru, Kanna.
These are the people who are by his side.
He never imagined he would have such a life. The Mangekyou Sharingan is truly amazing, especially its ability to constantly evolve.
"What are you thinking about?"
Robin's voice came from behind.
Bai Yu turned his head and saw Robin walking over, holding a glass of wine in his hand.
"It's nothing."
Bai Yu said.
Robin sat down next to him and handed him the drink.
Bai Yu took the wine and took a sip.
"I know even if you don't tell me."
Robin said, "Look at the stars."
"You're thinking about the past."
Bai Yu remained silent for a while.
"Um.
""
What's past is past.
Robin said.
"You have us now."
Bai Yu looked at Robin, at her profile illuminated by starlight, and at the gentle smile on her lips.
"I know."
Bai Yu said.
Robin turned his head and looked into Bai Yu's eyes.
Those eyes were very dark and deep, like black holes that could devour everything.
But Robin wasn't afraid.
She was already used to it.
"White Feather."
Robin said softly.
"Um?"
'
"Thank you."
Bai Yu was taken aback.
"What are you thanking me for?"
"Thank you for taking me away."
Robin said in a very soft voice.
"If it weren't for you, I might be dead, still on the run, or never find my answers."
But you gave me a home.
Bai Yu looked at Robin and remained silent for a long time.
Then he reached out and gently patted Robin's head.
"You're welcome."
Bai Yu said.
"Everyone is my family."
Robin's eyes lit up for a moment, then slowly closed.
She leaned on Bai Yu's shoulder without saying a word.
Bai Yu remained silent.
The two of them sat quietly, looking at the starry sky and listening to the sound of the waves.
This moment is quiet and beautiful.
"Oops, did I disturb you?"
A lazy voice came from behind.
Shiraha and Robin turned their heads at the same time and saw Rangiku leaning against the cabin door frame, holding a bottle of liquor in her hand, with an ambiguous smile on her face.
"no."
Bai Yu said.
"Really? May I come over?"
Rangiku walked over with a smile and sat down next to Robin.
I thought you were drunk.
Bai Yu said.
"I'm drunk~"
"I'm drunk~"
Rangiku said, her eyes narrowing into slits.
"But what people say when they're drunk is the truest, you know~"
Bai Yu raised an eyebrow.
"What are you trying to say?"
Rangiku chuckled and moved a little closer.
"Bai Yu, I have a question for you."
"explain."
"What exactly were you and Robin doing in the room last night?"
Bai Yu: "————"
Robin's face turned red instantly.
"Rangiku!"
Robin's voice carried a hint of embarrassment and annoyance.
"Oh, I was just kidding~"
Rangiku waved her hand, but the smile on her face became even more ambiguous.
"But seriously, I often hear some... um... noises coming from your room~"
"What's that noise?"
Yachiru appeared at some point, standing at the cabin door with a curious smile on her face.
"It's just some... um... sounds that make my face flush and my heart race~"
Rangiku laughed as she spoke.
Robin's face turned so red it looked like it was about to bleed.
"What angers me the most is that we're not best friends, Robin, and you actually ate it all by yourself!"