Time flies like a fleeting horse.
Time is of little concern for the young, but for the aged, each year passes more swiftly, as if cut by a blade.
Two years had passed in a blink, and many significant events, such as the escape of the Golden Lion, occurred during this period.
Another major event was the destruction of Ohara.
The year 1500 of the Circular Sea Calendar.
Jaguar D. Saul made a decision that aligned with true justice—he was convinced by Nico Olvia and released her, aiding her in escaping from the Navy Headquarters.
The World Government’s intelligence organization, CP9, arrived in Ohara, capturing all the historians.
During a phone call between Dr. Clover and the Five Elders, Dr. Clover’s insistence on the importance of history and the need for people to know the truth enraged the Five Elders.
As a result, Dr. Clover was executed on the spot, and the Five Elders ordered Spandine to initiate a Buster Call to obliterate Ohara.
Under the Buster Call, Ohara was reduced to ashes.
To eliminate any surviving historians, Admiral Akainu ordered the refugee ship from Ohara to be destroyed as well.
After reuniting with her mother, Olvia, Robin faced separation by death, and Kuzan killed Saul. Only Robin survived, spared by Aokiji.
Following this, the Navy issued the young Nico Robin a bounty of 79 million berries.
The incident shocked the world.
The Five Elders’ actions were merely to conceal the truth of history and to serve as a deterrent.
After the massacre, their goal was achieved.
In the North Blue, Michion learned of this and could only sigh, feeling powerless against the tide of history.
Over the past two years, Michion had been separated from Tina and the others and stayed alone in the North Blue.
Although Tina and the others wanted to stay, they knew they would only be a burden, so they bid farewell to Michion, vowing to become stronger when they returned to the training camp.
Michion was initially surprised to be allowed to stay in the North Blue, in the Kingdom of Ishtar.
He had been contemplating ways to leave the Navy training camp since, at his age, he didn’t have the freedom to act independently.
For Michion, who was eager to lay his plans, finding a way to take the first step was crucial. He needed to leave the training camp.
But unexpectedly, the situation resolved itself swiftly.
After learning the details, he found that Admiral Ark had assisted him.
Admiral Ark reported Michion’s awakening of Observation Haki to the headquarters.
Michion felt grateful for this unexpected help. He had initially planned to keep a low profile and reveal his abilities later to gain permission to train in the Four Seas.
He had also been considering finding a way to reach Skypiea.
However, following Admiral Ark’s report, the Navy gave Michion two options.
The first was to return to the training camp for further training, and the second was to stay in the North Blue, in his kingdom, to hunt pirates and gain combat experience.
Considering his goal to increase his strength and find allies, and after consulting with the training camp instructors, Michion chose to stay in the North Blue.
Returning to the training camp would have been too comfortable for Michion, who had already gained self-preservation skills. Actual combat was the best way to hone his abilities.
Additionally, staying in the North Blue offered more autonomy and opportunities than the training camp, allowing him to seek chances to achieve his goals.
Due to Michion’s talent and background, the Navy assigned a familiar figure to oversee the North Blue.
After Admiral Aokiji’s tenure in the North Blue, Admiral Yuchimura was promoted and transferred to the North Blue to take over Aokiji’s duties.
Yuchimura’s assignment to the North Blue was well-considered. He was familiar with Michion and had a favorable relationship with him.
In this context, Yuchimura was expected to give Michion more attention and support than a stranger without neglecting his duties in the North Blue.
Since Michion was the heir to the Kingdom of Ishtar, a significant grain-producing nation, Yuchimura’s presence strengthened diplomatic ties—a win-win situation.
Although Michion’s dual identity as a Navy member and a prince made his position complex, it was crucial to strengthen the relationship between the Navy and the Kingdom of Ishtar.
Considering the strategic value of Michion’s Devil Fruit ability, talents, and background, the Navy was reluctant to let him go.
These factors were advantageous to the Navy in many ways.
Despite their reluctance, the Navy’s high command was concerned about Michion’s potential bias toward his country once he ascended to a high position.
This collision of dual identities made Michion’s status within the Navy unique, a situation he fully understood and welcomed.
Over the past two years, Michion demonstrated his potential through continuous combat, making the Navy more reluctant to let go of this valuable asset, thus paving the way for his future prominence within the Navy.
With enough strength and value, along with a fair attitude and the support of the Kingdom of Ishtar, Michion was confident in rising to the top ranks of the Navy.
Even if he couldn’t become an Admiral, he could aim for a position like Vice Admiral Garp, gaining a special status that would allow him greater freedom.
To achieve his plans, Michion continued to develop his Devil Fruit ability, focusing on mastering the “Sky Ladder” to reach Skypiea.
He didn’t neglect his physical training, growing stronger over the years.
After two years, Michion finally found an opportunity to travel to Jaya Island on the Grand Line.
The opportunity came through a trade deal with the Kingdom of Alabasta.
Michion had expected his connections to be narrower, including good relations with the Kingdom of Alabasta. Given their common presence at the Reverie every four years and their shared amicable nature, it wasn’t surprising they were acquainted.
This saved Michion the trouble of sneaking onto a merchant ship bound for Jaya. He could now travel openly as the heir of the Kingdom of Ishtar, engaging in diplomatic exchange and grain trade with the Kingdom of Alabasta.
Initially, Michion had considered stowing away on a merchant ship heading to Jaya if no other opportunity arose. But now, he could travel openly and safely, making it an ideal arrangement.
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