One Piece: Signing In as a Pirate Begins with Roger's Execution

"You know my mom?!"

Robin was startled.

She had never expected Dragon to know her mother.

Even Karl didn't know this.

Dragon nodded in response to Robin's question, then stood up and locked eyes with Karl.

"If she's willing to follow me, I will do everything in my power to mentor her. Consider it my way of making amends to Olvia.

However, I'll also need at least twenty other scholars. Do you have enough people here?"

"No need to worry. I've got scholars aplenty. The real question is whether Robin and the others are willing to go with you.

I'm quite democratic about these things. If they don't want to go, there's nothing I can do."

Karl shrugged.

This decision truly depended on the scholars themselves, as Karl disliked forcing others into anything. Doing so would go against his principles.

"Brother Karl! I want to go!" Robin exclaimed, her voice firm as she looked up at Karl after a moment of hesitation. "I want to learn more useful things. I don't want to be a burden to you!

Exploring ancient history isn't just my dream—it's also my mother's dying wish. I want to fulfill her dream and pursue my own at the same time!"

Hearing her determination, Dragon's lips curled into a smile, while Karl seemed a bit reluctant.

But since Robin had made her stance clear—and it was Karl himself who had suggested the idea—he couldn't bring himself to stop her from chasing her dreams.

"Alright then. Go with Dragon and learn what you can.

As for the other scholars, it's up to you to decide. I won't interfere," Karl said, ruffling Robin's hair with a smile.

Robin nodded enthusiastically before dashing off happily.

"She's a remarkable child," Dragon remarked, smiling. "Don't worry, Karl—I'll make sure no harm comes to her."

Karl said nothing. He trusted Dragon's abilities implicitly.

Even five years ago, Dragon's strength was already nearing that of an admiral.

Clearly, Dragon had fully inherited Garp's overwhelming talent. Coupled with his Devil Fruit ability, his power had transformed qualitatively.

Thus, Karl wasn't worried about Robin facing any significant danger with Dragon. Unless, of course, Dragon was ambushed by admiral-level opponents—but that was unlikely.

Afterward, Dragon and Karl exchanged updates on each other's situations.

Meanwhile, Capone Bege and Emporio Ivankov sat silently nearby, glaring at each other. Whatever the reason, they clearly didn't get along.

At the same time, Robin managed to gather several scholars who were willing to join the Revolutionary Army's educational efforts.

Ultimately, she selected just over twenty individuals, each highly knowledgeable and skilled in teaching methods.

Dragon wasn't planning to return directly to the Revolutionary Army's headquarters, as he needed to stay in the West Blue for a while to gather supplies.

This gave them plenty of time to discuss strategies for educating the Revolutionary Army's members.

However, amidst these discussions, Karl's Den Den Mushi suddenly rang.

Excusing himself to avoid interrupting the others, Karl stepped outside to answer the call.

"Grandpa Sengoku, what's the matter?"

"Karl, are you still in the West Blue?"

"Yeah, I'm still here. Why?"

"Head to the North Blue immediately! Rosinante is in danger!"

Hearing Sengoku's grave tone, Karl's smile disappeared, and his expression turned serious.

"Grandpa Sengoku, what's happened to Rosinante? Is he in trouble again?"

"It's a long story. It's all because of a Devil Fruit—he's in grave danger.

I'll explain everything as you travel, but you must head to the North Blue now. If you don't, he might not survive!"

"Understood. I'll leave at once!"

Karl ended the call, quickly informed Capone Bege, and set off for the North Blue.

During his journey, Sengoku shared the full details of Rosinante's predicament.

This included Rosinante's undercover mission, his efforts to save a child suffering from Amber Lead Syndrome, and the critical information about the Ope Ope no Mi he was protecting.

Sengoku made it clear: Karl's mission wasn't just to rescue Rosinante and the child he was safeguarding but also to secure the Ope Ope no Mi.

If possible, Sengoku hoped Karl could also capture Doflamingo and deliver him to Impel Down.

Sengoku even revealed to Karl that both Rosinante and Doflamingo were once Celestial Dragons, though they had been stripped of their status. However, Doflamingo held the secret of the "National Treasure of the Celestial Dragons," making him indispensable.

The Five Elders had explicitly ordered that Doflamingo be brought back alive for questioning.

Though Sengoku had never disclosed this information to Karl before, the latter, being a transmigrator, already knew. He didn't dwell on it.

Karl and Rosinante were childhood friends, having grown up together before Karl began training under Garp. Though they had spent less time together in later years, their bond remained strong.

Karl had secretly monitored North Blue to ensure Rosinante wouldn't fall victim to Doflamingo. However, he avoided alerting the Marines, as the Red Church's influence didn't extend to North Blue.

Thankfully, Karl's earlier warnings had prompted Sengoku to keep an eye on Rosinante. That's why Sengoku had called Karl the moment danger arose.

Determined, Karl set off for North Blue without delay.

Three days later, Karl arrived at a Marine branch in the North Blue, where the soldiers were already waiting for him.

"Welcome, Commodore Karl! The entire branch is at your disposal!"

The base commander stood at attention alongside the assembled Marines, ready for inspection.

Karl nodded in approval, satisfied with their discipline. Though their organization surpassed that of the West Blue, they still fell short compared to the East Blue.

Pulling out Rosinante's wanted poster, Karl addressed the crowd.

"Listen up! From now on, your mission is to locate the person in this photo.

He is accompanied by a child suffering from Amber Lead Syndrome.

Mobilize every Marine in the North Blue to find them.

However, remember this: do not engage or attempt to capture him. I only want his location. Is that clear?"

"Yes, sir!"

-----------------------------

Join my patreon to access advance chapters: patreon.com / madbot635