One Piece: Scientist Simulator

Edie left the serene back garden and stepped into the imposing Pangaea Castle through a discreet back entrance. Before long, he arrived at the Hall of Power—a place that once bore witness to the Five Elders' most significant decisions.

Now, it hosted a different assembly.

In the grand chamber, a group of Marine senior officers had gathered, led by Sengoku. Among them were Zephyr, Garp, Aokiji, Akainu, Kizaru, and others. Tsuru and Momousagi, the two prominent female officers, sat close to each other, quietly catching up after a long time apart.

Sengoku, ever direct, rose from his seat the moment Edie entered. "Dr. Edie," he began, his tone steady but tinged with urgency, "we overheard parts of the meeting earlier. Let's set aside your plans for pirates for now and focus on the Marine's future..."

Edie met his gaze, his demeanor calm and composed. "Sengoku, you'll be stepping down as Fleet Admiral," he said plainly, before turning his attention to Momousagi. His lips curved into a faint smile.

"Gion, the organization has decided—you'll be the next Fleet Admiral."

Momousagi blinked, visibly caught off guard. "Me? As Fleet Admiral...?" she asked, her voice laced with surprise.

The announcement stunned the room. Even the seasoned officers exchanged surprised glances. Vice Admiral Tsuru, however, nodded approvingly.

"Gion, you're the most suitable choice," Tsuru said with conviction. "You've served as a Vice Admiral with distinction and earned Edie's trust. No one else is better suited for this position."

Momousagi's eyes widened at the unexpected endorsement. "Tsuru, even you're saying this?"

Edie chuckled. "What's this? Are we going to follow the usual tradition of polite refusals and ceremonial back-and-forth? I'm appointing you Fleet Admiral, not making you emperor."

Momousagi gave him a playful glare, rolling her eyes. "Fine," she said, her tone half-joking. "Since it's your decision, I'll accept and do my best. But, Mr. Sengoku..."

Sengoku interrupted with a decisive nod. "No need to worry about me. I'll step down willingly. This is the natural progression of things."

Edie leaned back in his chair, crossing his legs. "Good. This is more than a mere change in leadership—it's a step toward aligning the Marines with the coalition government. In exchange, the Marines will receive substantial funding to sustain their global operations."

He let his gaze linger on the room before continuing. "However, we also have to clean up the legacy of the World Government. It's a mammoth task, but it must be done."

Edie's tone turned sharp as he elaborated. "For 800 years, the World Government has accumulated bloat and corruption. Families like Spandam's—father and son, each holding positions in CP9—are just the tip of the iceberg. There are countless power-hungry nobles, clinging to the Celestial Dragons like parasites. They've committed atrocities unchecked for too long."

He looked directly at Momousagi. "These are the people the Marines must deal with. Arrest the guilty, imprison the corrupt, and execute the irredeemable. You'll have your hands full for the foreseeable future."

Momousagi straightened in her seat, her expression firm. "Understood."

Satisfied, Sengoku stood to leave. "In that case, I'll return to Naval Headquarters to finalize the transition."

Edie stopped him. "Wait. At 69, you're far from retirement age. You still have at least a decade of service left in you. I propose you take on the role of Chief Inspector within the Marines. You'll oversee operations and ensure justice is upheld during this transition."

He added, with a rare touch of warmth, "You stepped away from the brink and chose to walk the path of justice. I respect your wisdom."

Sengoku nodded solemnly. "Understood." With that, he departed, taking the other senior officers with him.

Once the room cleared, Momousagi casually moved closer to Edie, settling onto his lap. She wrapped her arms around his neck, her voice dropping to a soft whisper.

"All the Celestial Dragons in the Sabaody Archipelago have been arrested," she said. "A few who resisted were executed on the spot."

Edie's lips curved into a faint smile. "Good work."

"There's another matter," she continued. "We've recovered twelve Seraphim units, including the prototype based on Jinbei. What should we do with him?"

"Has his consciousness been completely erased?"

"Yes," Momousagi confirmed. "But Vegapunk might be able to restore it."

"Send him to the Punk Hazard Research Institute," Edie instructed. "Vegapunk will handle it once he returns."

The sheer volume of arrangements left Edie feeling a rare sense of fatigue. Sensing this, Momousagi chuckled softly.

"You're not enjoying this, are you?" she teased.

Edie sighed. "Not at all. I've never been interested in power. My happiest days were in the lab, working on research and spending time with the people I care about. This... this is a burden."

His words, though sincere, carried an air of irony.

Momousagi smiled warmly, leaning in to kiss him on the cheek. "I believe you," she said lightly. Rising from his lap, she added, "The Celestial Dragons have been imprisoned in the Holy Land's underground cells. Now, I'm off to tackle the Marine's issues."

"Thank you for your hard work," Edie said, offering her a rare, genuine smile.

As she left, he leaned back, the weight of leadership pressing heavily on his shoulders. Yet, for a brief moment, he allowed himself to feel a flicker of satisfaction. Change was coming—and he was at the center of it all.

After a while, Kaido strode into the grand halls of Pangaea Castle, his imposing figure filling the space.

Edie turned to face him, his expression unreadable. "Did you find it?"

Kaido's usual bravado gave way to seriousness as he nodded. "I followed the direction you pointed out, and yes, I found it."

Edie raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Where is it?"

Kaido's response was as blunt as ever. "Floating in the sky. It's massive—bigger than the Pluton battleship. It's equipped with some kind of anti-gravity technology." His tone hardened as he continued. "King is guarding it now. I came back because I couldn't figure out how to control the damn thing. I could've used my Flame Clouds to drag it back, but I figured it'd be faster if you took a look."

"Anti-gravity?" Edie's interest piqued immediately, though skepticism flickered in his eyes. Kaido, understanding anti-gravity? Unlikely. "Let's see it together," Edie said briskly, brushing aside further questions.

Kaido tilted his head. "Isn't the World Summit happening right now? Can you afford to leave?"

Edie smirked faintly. "The summit spans several days. Hancock is presiding over it. I trust her capabilities."

With that, the two left Mariejois, soaring into the skies.

Two Hours Later – Above the Calm Belt

From high above, Edie spotted the remnants of a sandy island below. The island had been devastated, its surface fragmented into ruins.

"That's the place," Kaido rumbled, pointing downward. He used his Flame Clouds to ascend higher, quickly breaching the sea of clouds.

Edie's eyes widened slightly as a colossal prismatic device came into view, suspended in mid-air. The structure was unlike anything he had seen before.

The upper surface resembled sprawling solar panels, likely harnessing energy from the sun. Surrounding its central prism were 16 cylindrical devices, which Edie quickly identified as laser emitters.

"No propellers. No airship balloons. Truly... anti-gravity?" Edie muttered to himself as they neared the enormous contraption.

Landing on a large glass platform at its center, Edie was greeted by King, who had been patiently waiting. "Boss Kaido, Dr. Edie," King said respectfully, bowing slightly.

Edie wasted no time, stepping off the platform and heading toward the interior of the structure.

Half an Hour Later – Control Room

Kaido leaned against the doorway, arms crossed. "Well?" he asked gruffly.

Edie glanced over his shoulder, an amused smirk tugging at his lips. "It's almost too simple—a fool could operate this thing."

The control system, surprisingly rudimentary, consisted of a large wooden disc resembling the rudder of an ancient sailboat. Its construction baffled Edie. Wood? And after 800 years, it hasn't rotted? What material did they coat it with?

King frowned. "We tried earlier, but it wouldn't budge. So it really works with this?"

"You didn't switch to manual mode," Edie said dismissively, his hands already at the controls.

As Uranus rumbled to life, the entire structure emitted a low, resonant hum. It began moving slowly but steadily toward Mariejois.

Power Room

As Uranus advanced, Edie's scientific curiosity overtook him. Leaving Kaido and King to manage the navigation, he descended into the power room.

The space was vast, noisy, and filled with machinery that thrummed with energy. The anti-gravity generator was the heart of the system, taking up an area as large as a football field. Its operation was accompanied by a constant buzzing, almost like an enormous hive of bees.

Edie examined the system meticulously, jotting mental notes. Uranus's anti-gravity mechanism doesn't rely on gravitational waves, negative mass, or reverse gravitational fields. It's something else entirely... magnetic field cancellation!

He muttered to himself as he explored. "By creating electromagnetic fields that counteract the planet's gravitational pull, it achieves lift and stability."

Fascinated, he moved around the room, inspecting the massive device. "The scale of this is incredible. But the design is outdated—800 years old. Imagine what I could achieve by reverse-engineering this!"

Despite hours of study, some mysteries eluded him. The exact intricacies of Uranus's technology would require disassembly and extensive testing.

Edie stepped back, a rare smile lighting his face. "This is far more exciting than ruling the world," he murmured to himself.

Control Room-Uranus

Kaido shot him an impatient look as he returned. "You figure it out?"

Edie chuckled. "Not entirely, but I've learned enough for now. Once we return to Mariejois, I'll disassemble this thing and uncover all its secrets."

Kaido grinned, his beastly demeanor returning. "Fine by me. Just make it fast—I don't like floating around in this thing for too long."

Edie's gaze returned to the controls, his mind already racing with possibilities. The discovery of Uranus was more than a technological marvel—it was a key to reshaping the future. And for Edie, it was the kind of challenge he lived for.

Five days passed swiftly, bringing the World Summit to a close at the end of the week. Edie took charge of critical matters, while Hancock skillfully presided over the majority of the sessions. During these intense discussions, the foundation for a new world order was laid, while Edie devoted much of his personal time to studying Uranus.

The outcomes of the World Summit were nothing short of revolutionary, reshaping the global landscape:

Establishment of the United Nations: All former World Government member nations automatically became coalition government members, paying an annual fee based on their economic capacity. While wealthy nations like Alabasta contributed more, financially struggling countries, such as the Kingdom of Wesley, received a decade-long exemption.

Creation of the Adventurers' Guild: Headquartered in the Sabaody Archipelago, the guild would oversee certified adventurers and establish branches worldwide.

Abolishment of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system.

Supremacy of World Law: Member states must align domestic laws with the coalition's universal legal framework.

Open Red Port Channels: Legal vessels could traverse this critical passage, fostering global trade and cultural exchange, albeit with toll fees.

Abolition of the Celestial Dragons' Noble Status: The heinous crimes of the Celestial Dragons led to a decisive conclusion—public execution.

Global Membership Drive: Non-member nations were invited to join the coalition government.

Equality Among All Races: The coalition endorsed a vision of unity, abolishing slavery and promoting racial equality under the banner of a shared future.

These monumental decisions were meticulously documented, preserved as historical records, and prepared for worldwide publication. Though Edie had initially restricted news from the Holy Land, the widespread capture of Celestial Dragons in Sabaody Archipelago sparked global curiosity. When the World Economic News finally disclosed the Summit's outcomes, it sent shockwaves across the globe.

The World Reacts

The headlines declared:

"Farewell, World Government! Welcome to a New Era: The Coalition Government's Vision for Humanity!"

Key announcements included the demise of the Five Elders, the end of the World Government, and the rise of the coalition government. The changes, especially the abolition of the Shichibukai system and slavery, ignited fervent discussion.

"Shichibukai abolished?!"

"In an obscure corner of the newspaper, Marine Fleet Admiral Sengoku has resigned... Is the new Fleet Admiral a woman? Former Marine Vice Admiral Momousagi?" 

"Ah? I remember Vice Admiral Gion, didn't she betray... and leave the Marines for Edie ? It was several years ago." 

"Tch that is just nepotism!" 

"Hey, I really want to be a woman."

"The Celestial Dragons are to be executed?!"

"Slavery is over—finally!"

"Pirates turning into adventurers? That's insane!"

"Unlike the World government, the coalition government has completely disclosed the contents of the World Summit! Take a closer look!" 

"If you want to get an adventurer certificate, do you need to take an assessment? Do you also need to assess income sources? Navigation skills?" 

"The Government will issue some commissions, such as transporting couriers? Escorting merchant ships? Ha? Pirates will switch to transporting couriers? Become bodyguards?" 

"So they are not pirates, but adventurers recognized by the government. Anyway, they need to go from one island to another, right? Transporting supplies is a convenient task for them.

"Is it to give the adventurers a basic income? To ensure that this group of people can survive without having to rob merchant ships."

"Those who can get the certificate are law-abiding sea adventurers."

"It turns out that pirates are still pirates, and adventurers are adventurers."

"After the fish men island is relocated, pirates will no longer be able to go to the New World, but adventurers can use the waterway of Red Harbor!"

In Sabaody Archipelago, the closest island to Mariejois and one deeply scarred by the tyranny of the Celestial Dragons, the news sparked jubilant celebrations. Crowds gathered in the streets, newspapers in hand, cheering the coalition's bold reforms. Discussions ranged from skepticism about the Adventurers' Guild to excitement about the end of tyranny.

"Hey, did you hear? The Celestial Dragons' execution will be broadcast live at Grove Plaza No. 66!" someone shouted.

A Historic Execution

As hundreds of thousands gathered at the square, Marines worked tirelessly to maintain order. Above the crowd, a massive video Den Den Mushi projected the broadcast. The screen flickered, and Edie appeared, his calm smile igniting an uproar of cheers.

"Dr. Edie!"

The chants of tens of thousands drowned out every other sound. Even seasoned Marines stood stunned by Edie's unparalleled popularity.

Addressing the world with a wave and a confident tone, Edie began:

"To everyone watching this live broadcast—good morning, noon, and evening.

I am Edie, a scientist. Today, on behalf of the coalition government, we begin a new chapter for humanity. And to mark this change, justice demands that we address the crimes of history."

He paused, his smile fading to a stern expression.

"Today, the treacherous criminals known as the Celestial Dragons will face judgment, not as untouchable nobility, but as accountable individuals. Let this be a testament to a world reborn."

The crowd roared, their anticipation reaching a fever pitch. For the first time in 800 years, the execution of the Celestial Dragons signified the fall of their tyranny—and the dawn of a new era under Edie's vision.