Ian: "..."
Facing Enel's complaints, Ian did not say much.
But he had to admit, Enel's Mantra really was convenient.
Previously, he had also thought about developing something after Enel's ability to see if he could develop a similar skill to Mantra.
He had even thought that as long as sunlight reached a place, he could monitor it like Enel.
However, it still ended in failure.
Perhaps it was the ability of the Devil Fruit, or perhaps Enel's Observation Haki truly had some special qualities. In any case, he simply could not reach Enel's level.
Of course, in the end, he had still developed another skill, which was the saturated attack he used during the Water 7 incident.
As for why he did not immediately capture that pair of fake father and son, there were too many people, making it difficult to act. He was worried that something unexpected might happen in the end.
It had to be said that Momonosuke really did have some fate on his side.
Ian held his daughter and shook his head at Robin and Ain, who were full of killing intent, indicating that he would handle it.
At this time, Violet seemed to have finished talking with her father and walked over together with King Riku.
However, that lightning strike earlier had also given them a sense of unease.
Violet said with a worried expression: "Sorry, Mr. Ian, earlier that was..."
"A small incident happened, but don't worry."
Before Violet could say anything more, Ian shook his head. "It has nothing to do with the Kingdom of Dressrosa."
As soon as these words fell, Violet and King Riku immediately felt relieved. They would not think that the boss of Umbrella Corporation was brushing them off.
After all, there was no need for that!
If the other party truly wanted to do something to the Kingdom of Dressrosa, they would not be able to stop it at all.
But who exactly was it... that could cause Umbrella Corporation's executive to bring down lightning punishment?
Of course, now was not the time to be curious about this.
King Riku quickly laughed heartily and said with a smile, "Thank you for saving the Kingdom of Dressrosa. Back then, if it hadn't been for Mr. Zephyr..."
As if he recalled something, a trace of sadness and anger appeared in King Riku's eyes, but he quickly recovered and continued with a solemn expression: "The grace of saving the country and saving lives, the Kingdom of Dressrosa will never forget it."
As he spoke, he returned to smiling. "Welcome, Mr. Ian and all saviors. The banquet has already been prepared. Everyone, please!"
...
At the same time, while a welcoming banquet was being held inside the Kingdom of Dressrosa, on the other side, Kin'emon and Momonosuke, who had successfully diverted everyone's attention, were like rats, crouching in a dark and hidden alley, panting.
Although their bodies were scorched black and they had suffered considerable injuries, the two who had safely escaped could not help but feel a surge of relief in their hearts.
"Why did we suddenly get struck by lightning?"
Kin'emon frowned, raised his head to look at the sky, his face full of confusion. "It doesn't look like it's going to rain either! And even if it were going to rain, it shouldn't strike just the two of us. We didn't even do anything!"
"It's really too terrifying. I feel like my whole body aches so much I can't even move, Kin'emon."
Momonosuke, who was being held by Kin'emon, showed a trace of grievance on his face. "Do you think it could be related to the Umbrella Corporation?"
"Impossible. We spoke so carefully. How could those guys possibly hear us?"
Kin'emon pondered for a moment before continuing. However, although he said that, there was still a trace of doubt in his tone. "Could it be that someone among that group understands magic? Even from such a distance, they could hear our voices and even strike us with lightning?"
That would truly be terrifying!
How could someone possibly know such magic?
But thinking of the captain of the Beast Pirates, that monster who could turn into a dragon, Kin'emon felt a bit doubtful again.
However, it did not last long. Looking at his young master's gloomy expression, he sighed inwardly, understanding that his young master had been frightened by that lightning strike earlier.
Therefore, now was not the time to dwell on this.
His young master was still too young and had not yet developed enough manliness to face such matters.
At this time...
"Kin'emon, young master, so you're here!"
Some movement came from the darkness.
Upon hearing the voice, the two who had been on guard immediately relaxed and looked at the person who walked out of the darkness, with a painted face.
"Kanjuro, you're back?"
"Yes, young master. I heard that someone was struck by lightning over at the docks, and was worried something might have happened, so I hurried back."
Kanjuro nodded seriously. However, as he spoke, he seemed to notice that something was off.
Although the night was somewhat dim, under the faint moonlight, he still saw the two covered in scorched marks, so he asked in a doubtful tone: "Young master, Kin'emon, this is...?"
Momonosuke and Kin'emon: "..."
Hearing Kanjuro's hesitant words, Momonosuke and Kin'emon exchanged a glance, then both laughed awkwardly.
"It's nothing!"
"By the way."
Kin'emon directly changed the subject. "Did you find out anything?"
"I did indeed find out some important information."
Hearing Kin'emon's question, Kanjuro did not continue the previous topic, but instead furtively glanced around before putting on a serious expression. "Let's talk after returning to the base!"
…
Although it was called a base, in reality it was nothing more than a dilapidated wooden shack in the slums of the Kingdom of Dressrosa.
Moreover, this dilapidated wooden shack had been temporarily rented by Kin'emon using the money he earned from duels in the coliseum.
There was no helping it. Although he was a famous swordsman from Wano and his strength was not weak, in order not to attract attention, he did not use his full power and did not win too many matches.
As a result, the amount of money they had on hand was not much.
After returning to the base, Kanjuro did not conceal anything any longer and looked seriously at the two people in front of him.