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Avoiding the awkward topic of Qing You, Qin Yi half-reclined on the Royal Seat, lazily resting.
He had never rested in the two worlds he had experienced, the Naruto World and the Dragon Emperor World. In this new world, full of wonder and adventure, he decided to properly relax.
Qin's Nation now had a large population and many experts emerging. As long as the preparations were done well, everything afterward, the Parliamentary Institute, the military, and officials at all levels, would be handled smoothly.
A king should look like a king, after all. All he needed to do was enjoy himself.
The Parliamentary Institute had prepared a wooden light sailboat for Qin Yi. Of course, after some domestic modifications, it could also use steam power. However, in terms of speed and performance, it certainly couldn't compare to a warship. The warship they brought along was over five or six hundred meters long, truly a colossal beast.
The navigation of the ship was handled by the little girl Qing You, allowing Qin Yi to enjoy himself completely at ease.
As for food, they had brought a large supply from home, which was delicious and nutritious. The ministers back home did not dare to be negligent when preparing for the Otherworld Vanguard Army, ensuring only the best provisions.
At present, the great nation was newly established, and the conquest of the Otherworld was gradually getting on track. The vanguard and logistics were slowly forming a complete, seamless system.
This was a good sign, unlike the miserable state when he first arrived in this world, which was indescribable.
Three days later, Qing You sat cross-legged in front of Qin Yi. Behind her slender black silk-clad calves, her delicate, white thighs were exposed, making Qin Yi momentarily unsure where to focus his gaze.
To sneak a peek was not gentlemanly. Not looking was not manly.
After struggling for a moment, Qin Yi mustered the courage to glance down, only to find that Qing You had already placed a sea chart over her legs, covering that hint of springtime beauty.
"Your Majesty, if you want to look, I have plenty of time tonight. Besides, I secretly took a photo of Elder Sister Qingya. I believe you'll like it." Her cool, calm words left Qin Yi stunned on the spot.
"For now, please attend to more important matters." Qing You calmly pointed to an island on the map.
"According to the sea chart we obtained earlier, if we sail further ahead, we should reach Orange Town."
"And the 'Clown' Buggy and his crew are here!"
Pointing at the island on the map, a cold gleam flickered in Qing You's eyes.
Hearing this, Qin Yi's gaze slightly sharpened.
"Orange Town… The 'Clown' Buggy…"
He muttered softly, a smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
So soon, he would meet these familiar figures? That brought him a little joy.
When they arrived in this world, their location was near Koto Island's barren island, the very place where Luffy and Coby first met in the original story. This first stop was indeed Orange Town.
"Not a bad route at all!"
If they sailed back, they could probably see Luffy at the Goa Kingdom's Foosha Village. But Qin Yi had long since abandoned that plan.
His goal was clear. He was interested in those he might meet along the way, but those out of reach would simply be left behind.
"Then let's speed up the journey, Qing You."
He ordered calmly, eyes fixed on the horizon.
The rolling waves looked calm but were brewing great storms at any moment.
In this vast New World, what exciting things might he encounter next?
A Pirate World that cherishes passion, dreams, freedom, and loyalty — Qin Yi truly loved it in his previous life. To be able to have an adventure here again was something he welcomed gladly.
An hour later, Qing You's ship stopped.
"Your Majesty, there's someone ahead." Qing You said.
"Oh?"
Qin Yi raised his eyes to look toward the sea. Sure enough, on a piece of broken wood floating on the sea, an orange-haired woman lay prone, seemingly unconscious. Curiously, a heavy-looking, bulging sack was tied at her waist.
"If fate allows, Qing You, rescue her if you can."
After glancing a few more times, Qin Yi spoke.
Having said that, he closed his eyes and continued to quietly meditate on using King's Strength.
After his civilization advanced to Starlight Level One, no new King's Skills had awakened in his mind yet, but his understanding of King's Strength had deepened significantly.
As far as he knew, with future increases in Civilization Rank and King's Strength, new King's Skills would emerge. These were talents unique to a King, awakening naturally with growth. Each of these King's Skills was incredibly powerful.
For example, the ones he currently possessed, Plunder, King's Way, controlling the dimensional time ratio, and Eye of the King, all belonged to King's Skills, each extraordinarily strong.
Ahead, Qing You leapt from the ship, lightly walking several steps across the water's surface. Then she bent down, grabbed the orange-haired woman, and carried her back to the ship.
On the way back, Qing You's eyes flicked to the pouch tied at the woman's waist.
Bright and talented, Qing You was an outstanding young woman. Although she was young, she had mastered many skills, including some medical treatment and cooking. This was why among the six companions, she was the one who stayed by Qin Yi's side, attending to his needs.
After quietly administering some emergency medical care, Qing You stood up.
About fifteen minutes later, the woman groaned and regained consciousness.
"Where am I?"
The orange-haired girl looked no older than seventeen or eighteen. Upon waking, her eyes were clearly wary. But after seeing Qing You's youthful appearance, her expression relaxed a bit.
"This is the Royal Ship. It was His Majesty who saved you." Qing You said flatly.
"Royal Ship? His Majesty?!" The girl was stunned, then amazed.
That phrase referred to a King, after all. Her eyes immediately shifted to Qin Yi.
But what first caught her gaze was the Royal Seat beneath Qin Yi, inlaid with gold and diamonds, causing her whole body to tremble and her eyes to shine brightly.
"Gold everywhere! Diamonds everywhere! So, so, so luxurious!" The girl was overwhelmed with excitement.
"Please mind your behavior and expression before His Majesty." Qing You frowned, holding out her hand to block the girl.
At this moment, Qin Yi opened his eyes.
He then saw the orange-haired girl staring at him with a fanatical expression.
"This look of obsession bordering on madness for money."
"And this figure."
With just one glance, Qin Yi grew suspicious.
"Your name is Nami?"
Nami, who was still staring fixedly at the Royal Seat without letting go, was instantly startled.
"How do you know?"
She finally looked at Qin Yi and found this King surprisingly young. His gaze held authority, his frame was slender, and he sat casually, yet inspired an inexplicable awe.
Qin Yi looked at Nami for a moment longer. He hadn't expected the person he saved to be Nami.
After a long pause, seeing Nami's puzzled and cautious gaze, he sighed.
"If I'm not mistaken, I should be your long-lost uncle!"
(End of Chapter)