Yamato led Robin into her room. Before Robin could understand what was happening, Smeargle had already drawn a special skull pattern on her shoulder. Undoubtedly, it was Kaido’s pirate flag.
“This is.”
“Father’s pirate flag. Although you’re not wanted, it’s better to wear this on you. Just cover it with this sleeve normally. If you run into trouble, this flag will definitely help you.”
This was Yamato’s current understanding – Kaido’s pirate flag held enough deterrent force on the seas to intimidate many. In fact, within the complex New World, the pirate flag of an Emperor of the Sea is the best protection.
“Are the injuries on your face because of this?”
Looking at Yamato’s bruised and swollen face, Robin suddenly understood why she had disappeared these past few days.
“Well, it’s not a big deal. Father has always been like this, but he was unusually harsh this time.”
With the combination of Super Rookie’s physique, Kaido’s bloodline, the enhanced constitution of the modified Okuchi no Makami, and the faint will of the twin dragons dwelling within her also contributed to a considerable augmentation.
Even with the buffs fully stacked, noticeable scars were still visible on her face, clearly indicating the extent of the blows dealt by Kaido.
Robin’s guess was correct; Yamato went to do this so that Robin could sail while carrying Kaido’s flag.
Robin is currently a free agent, not wanted by the World Government, and the relationship between Ohara and the Beasts Pirates is merely one of mutual assistance; they only need each other’s research on historical data.
In this situation, as a non-affiliated force, they didn’t have the qualification to use Kaido’s flag. Providing assistance in other ways was already a significant benefit.
In the end, the Beasts Pirates were Kaido’s Beasts Pirates and borrowing the flag requires Kaido’s approval. Even if the high-ranking officers have the same authority, it must still be approved by Kaido before the flag can be lent to someone else.
For pirates, the flag is like a symbol, and burning or destroying the opponent’s pirate flag means declaration of war. Similarly, using someone else’s pirate flag without permission, once discovered, also means declaration of war.
Impersonating another pirate crew usually came with a heavy cost.
Even though Yamato is the young miss of the Beasts Pirates, she still doesn’t have the qualification to lend the crew’s flag to someone on her own. So, in order to help a friend, she chose to seek out Kaido and ask for permission to use the flag.
Kaido’s response was simple: “Sure, but it depends on whether you have the qualifications. You would need to show that you have the qualifications and the courage to use my flag.”
And the only effective way to prove one’s worth and qualification, in Kaido’s eyes, was through combat.
Fourteen-year-old Yamato had entered her adolescence, rapidly developing in various aspects. Compared to her childhood, she had become much stronger.
In a situation where Kaido didn’t use his devil fruit and Haki, she fought Kaido for three days and nights. Although those three days and nights were a game for Kaido, they were a challenge to Yamato, pushing her limits.
As the final Namuji Glacier Fang exhausted her stamina, Kaido burst into loud laughter.
“Give it to whoever you want. Use my flag however you like from now on.”
After leaving behind these words, Kaido tossed Yamato on the island used for training and left by himself. It wasn’t until her stamina had recovered considerably that she returned to Onigashima.
Kaido was very satisfied with this performance. Even without using his ability, there were very few who could play with him in his normal state for three days. Even the Super Rookies would be taken down with a single blow.
Except for those wearing the bugged ‘resurrection armor*,’ it’s already quite difficult for rookies in the first half to make him go for a second round. [TN: It’s something about the game honor of kings.]
“Hey, there’s also this. I got this cloth from Brother King. It’s waterproof, breathable, and blocks light. He wears it on his face every day without any discomfort. Just use it as a sleeve cover; there shouldn’t be any problem.”
“I’ve been planning to set out for a long time now. Why go through all this trouble?”
“Why are you saying that? Aren’t we friends? Friends don’t need so many reasons. Oh, and there’s this too. I got it from Dad.”
Saying this, Yamato pulled out a red Thousand Arms. However, this Thousand Arms was hollow inside, resembling more like a conch flute.
“Dad has created many Pokémon in these years. There are now plenty of Gyarados and Lapras in the sea. Jack said there are even Swampert and others near Fishman Island. If you blow this by the seaside, Pokémon around will come to you.”
With this flute, things wouldn’t be so dangerous. Robin didn’t refuse Yamato’s kindness, but after hesitating for a while, she asked a question.
“Yamato, doesn’t Lord Arceus also have the authority to grant this flag?”
“Yes, Dad and Father don’t care about these things.”
“Then why didn’t you directly ask Lord Arceus for it?”
“Huh?” Although a bit uncomfortable, Robin still asked this question. In fact, at that time, Yamato also wanted to go out together. The age gap between her and Robin was only two years, but Arceus directly rejected it.
Looking at the confused Yamato, Robin suddenly understood Arceus’ thoughts. If she set out without anyone keeping an eye on her, she might likely be sold off; even though those people probably wouldn’t be able to defeat her and would be taught a lesson in the end.
“Yeah, why didn’t I just go to Dad directly?”
The difference wasn’t that big, just a matter of fighting tirelessly for three days versus a simple request. However, she didn’t think that much at the time, just feeling that Kaido’s flag should be sought from Kaido. She forgot about being flexible in such matters.
But her actions weren’t without gains. Robin didn’t set off immediately; she has plans for her initial route. So, she was now heading to Onigashima’s dining hall as usual.
However, the pirates who saw Yamato changed how they addressed her. She was no longer Miss Yamato, but now referred to as Oni Princess. Only the officers still used the title Miss Yamato.
“Hey, wait, why are you calling me Oni Princess?”
“Oni Princess, it’s Governor-General Kaido’s instruction. He made this demand upon his return.”
This is not just a change in address. The title Miss Yamato meant she was only Kaido’s daughter. But when her title changed to Oni Princess, it meant that in Kaido’s eyes, Yamato had already become a qualified heir.
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