39: Chapter 39 Reaching Fishman IslandAs the three men were discussing their plans for teaching kendo at the bar counter, Rayleigh came out of the kitchen carrying two plates of noodles.Looking at Wang Luffy and the other man, he said:
"Hehe, you two little ones are in for a treat.Come and try my homemade candied fried noodles."
Rayleigh then placed the noodles in front of Luffy and Kuina, gesturing for them to join.
Wang Lufei picked up his chopsticks, took a bite, and frowned, saying, "This noodle is so sweet it'll make your teeth fall out."
Rayleigh raised an eyebrow and said, "Is it your teeth that are bad, kid?"
But after listening to their conversation, Kuina also took a bite and then strongly agreed with Wang Luffy's statement.
Rayleigh was speechless.He took his wine, silently walked to the side, sat down, and began to drink it with a melancholy air.
Although the noodles were sweet, they actually tasted pretty good.After making a comment, Wang Lufei and Kuina finished the noodles.
Wang Lufei rubbed his stomach and said, "Okay, actually the taste was alright, but after this meal, I don't want to eat sweets for the next few months.Burp!"
Rayleigh didn't reply, continuing to drink his wine.Seeing this, Shaki walked over and patted him on the head, saying, "Don't get angry with a kid.Hurry up and help them with the coating.They've already paid me; don't delay the project."
Rayleigh, looking rather bitter, complained, "Huh?How did I get my wages?I was counting on that money to buy wine.Give me some, Kiki~"
Xia Qi said with a look of disgust, "What Qi Qi?Speak properly.And there's no way I'm going to give you your wages.I run a tavern, and you insist on spending money to buy drinks outside?What are you thinking?"
Then Rayleigh was kicked out by Shakky.Once outside, Rayleigh shook the bottle in his hand and muttered to himself, "If you won't give it, then don't.Why kick me out?Sigh, I guess I should go check out that kid's ship.It should be in this direction, right?"
As Rayleigh spoke, he staggered towards the opposite spot where Wang Luffy's spaceship was parked.Wang Luffy, inside the bar, seeing Rayleigh had gone the wrong way, made an excuse to come out and guide him.
Rayleigh saw Wang Lufei running out of the bar and said with a smile, "What?You got kicked out by the women too?That won't do.You have to be tough on women, or they'll look down on you."
"You have to be as tough as Uncle Rayleigh.See if Shakky dares to say no to me?Of course, this time doesn't count, since I was in the wrong first, so it's only right that I give in.But."
Seeing that Rayleigh was about to ramble on in his drunken state, Wang Lufei interrupted him, saying, "I understand, I understand the reasoning.Everyone knows how tough you are, Uncle, but I came out just to tell you that you've gone in the wrong direction."
Rayleigh was a little embarrassed by these words, but still stubbornly said, "Sigh, children don't understand.The world is actually round.Does that mean I'm going the wrong way?"
"Your experience is still too limited.As long as I keep heading in this direction, I'll definitely see your ship.Don't disbelieve me; let me tell you, when Roger and I were sailing, we never imagined the final island would be right there."
Upon hearing that Rayleigh was about to reveal this earth-shattering secret, Wang Luffy disregarded everything else and loudly exclaimed, "Alright, uncle, I believe you.Stop arguing.I want to finish the coating before dark and get to Fishman Island as soon as possible.Forget about the money I gave Shakky, I'll give you another 500,000 Berries.Please expedite it for me."
As Wang Lufei spoke, he took out another 500,000 Berries from his pocket and gave them to Rayleigh.Rayleigh beamed when he saw the money and said, "You're a good kid.I'll definitely finish the coating work before dark."
After taking the money, Rayleigh quickly walked towards Wang Luffy's ship.Wang Luffy breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this and gently wiped non-existent sweat from his forehead.
The One Piece story on Earth in a parallel universe has actually ended, so Luffy naturally knows where the final destination is and what's there.
But these things can't be said in public.Walls have ears, and if the CP organization gets on their radar, it could affect Kizaru and the others' plans.
Having calmed down a bit, Wang Luffy watched Rayleigh working hard to coat his ship in the distance.Without causing any more trouble, he turned around and went back to the bar.
Then, while Rayleigh was coating the object, Wang Luffy, Kuina, and Shakky finalized the next phase and plan for Kuina's kendo training.
Coincidentally, just as the three of them finished their discussion, Rayleigh returned to the bar.Upon entering, Rayleigh saw the two kids huddled together and Shakky's doting smile, and began to remark:
"Alright, enough with the shamelessness.What's with all this public displays of affection?I've already coated the boat with mortar.Aren't you in a hurry?Go check it out."
Hearing Rayleigh's words, Kuina blushed slightly, but still didn't let go of Luffy's arm, saying, "Are you leaving today?Wouldn't it be better to stay another day?"
Wang Lufei affectionately ruffled her hair and said, "Don't be like this.Didn't we agree on this?And the sooner I get there, the sooner I can pick you up.Don't be sad."
After Wang Lufei finished speaking, he lowered his head and kissed Kuina in his arms.A few seconds later, their lips parted, Wang Lufei looked at her, smiled, and turned to walk towards the ship.
Kuina was stunned by this action and didn't know what to say.She just watched Wang Lufei's departing figure and whispered, "Have a safe journey."
(Shy dividing line)
After inspecting the condition of the hull, Wang Lufei boarded his small boat, transforming into a smart power bank and heading straight for Fishman Island.
Unlike some unlucky protagonists who encounter no accidents along the way, they arrived at the entrance to Fishman Island smoothly.
Then Wang Lufei docked the ship at the entrance and stood on the deck watching the drowsy fishman guarding the entrance.Wei said, "Let me through.I want to go in."
Hearing Wang Luffy speak, the two fish-man guards, who had been lost in thought, snapped out of their daze, exchanged a glance, and said, "Human brat?"
Then the guard who looked like a crucian carp said to Wang Luffy, "Where did this human child come from?Get back to shore right now.Fishman Island doesn't welcome humans.Even if we let you in, you'd just get beaten to death by the thugs of Fishman Street."
Wang Luffy looked at the relatively kind-hearted fishman guard in front of him and said, "It's alright, I'm the grandson of the Marine hero Garp.I'm only going to the Imperial Palace, the thugs of Fishman Street won't see me."
After Wang Lufei finished speaking, he paused and then said, "I see that you are all quite kind, so I will give you a great reward.Report my arrival to your Queen, Princess Yi Ji.I estimate that after you do this, you will be promoted tomorrow because you entered the palace gates with your right foot first."
After listening, the two fish-man guards exchanged glances and remained silent for a while.Then, the carp guard said to Wang Luffy with some respect, "Alright then.I'll go and inform Her Highness the Queen first.Please wait here for a while."
After speaking, the crucian carp gave a wink to the guard beside it and quickly swam towards the palace.The not-so-bright guard, sensing his companion's glance, silently stared at Wang Lufei without blinking, as if he understood.
Wang Lufei looked at the big, clever man in front of him and smiled helplessly.He then sat on the deck and waited for Otohime to arrive.
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