128: At the end of Chapter 127 Water City, Franky gets on the boat and sets sail!Franky excitedly explained the specific functions of the Sunny Merry.Luffy noticed that Merry had grown noticeably larger and said:
"After the Merry's upgrade and evolution, did Merry, the ship spirit, also grow?"
Merry jumped up and down to show off her new form, and then said:
"Well then, let me show you the new form of the Merry!"
Meili shouted "power" and put her hands together:
"Sunny Merry, transform!"
As soon as Merry finished speaking, the Sunshine Merry immediately began to transform and assemble, and soon, a huge upright Gundam came into view.
Robin looked at the giant, his mouth wide open:
"Wow, this isn't a boat at all!"
Usopp and Franky said in unison:
"Of course!While the Sunshine Merry still retains its ship form, its functionality and combat specialization are already astonishing!"
Franky explained:
"There's absolutely no need to worry about the inconvenience of riding the transformed Merry.In fact, it's incredibly comfortable!"
Ajin was almost shattered by the giant in front of him:
"It's unbelievable!"
Chopper excitedly pulled Meli to ask, and was extremely excited when he got a positive answer.
Seeing everyone's attitude, Meili was also very happy, and directly urged the Meili to fly into the sky:
"If the previous Merry was just a bare-handed giant, then the Sunny Merry at this moment is a well-equipped Gundam that can fly and dive into the sea!In short, it can do anything!"
"Now, the Merry can soar into the sky even without relying on Zoro's abilities!It can also sail across the sea several times faster than before!"
Everyone was very excited to see this, and Luffy also had mixed feelings.He didn't expect that the Gundam was really created in the pirate world!
The structure inside the cabin is similar to that of the Sunny in the original work, but now it is combined with the upgraded Golden Merry.The infrastructure is much more advanced and spacious, and it can easily carry 30, no, 50 people.
At this time, Iceberg, Granny Kokoro, Barry and others heard the noise and rushed to Dock No.1.They were amazed at the scene.
Granny Kokoro suggested:
"Haha, what a youth!You guys are planning to go sailing too!I hope you can take Franky-boy to see the wide world too!"
Luffy nodded:
"Well, now that everything is settled, we are planning to invite Franky aboard to become our shipwright!"
Bingshan was dumbfounded and said:
"Really?Are you really interested in this pervert?"
Franky said indignantly:
"Super!You're so rude, Iceberg!"
Barry said:
"I'm also asking you to take Franky out to sea.He really gets along well with you guys!"
Luffy laughed:
"How about it, Franky?Are you willing to join our crew?After all, this is a new ship you built yourself.It would be unreasonable for you not to be the one to take care of it!"
Usopp also gave a thumbs up:
"Come aboard, my dear friend!"
Franky actually became a little embarrassed at this time:
"Super!But.but I."
Mr.Iceberg said:
"Because of meeting you, Franky was able to realize his dream of building a ship that surpasses the Oro Jackson.No matter how much guilt and resentment he had in the past, I'm afraid that Franky's heart is now longing to set sail with you!"
"I hope that no matter what means you use, you will take that idiot Franky away with you!"
Franky became stubborn at this time:
"Hmm~Hmm~ My brothers still need me, how can I leave!"
Barry held his forehead:
"We will help take care of your little brothers and help them get on the right path!"
Franky's younger brother praised loudly:
"Boss!We've packed your luggage for you!"
Franky suddenly became angry:
"You guys!You guys!"
Robin smiled at Luffy:
"Luffy, let me do it!"
Luffy naturally had no objection to Robin's volunteering, but suddenly remembered the plot in the original work that was a psychological trauma for Franky, and hurriedly reminded him:
"Robin!Stop messing around!"
Robin chuckled:
"Don't worry, Captain!"
Fortunately, Robin did not directly attack Franky's vitals with [Second Round of Flowers Blooming] as in the original work, but advised Franky in a soft voice, using both reason and emotion, and finally made Franky waver.
Robin knew how to convince the man in front of him.Franky's experience was similar to Robin's, and similar experiences could resonate with him.
In fact, Robin did not use any special means, but just used the art of language to gradually break down Franky's psychological defenses.She only told Franky about her life experiences and thoughts.
She recounted how she had been displaced as a child when her hometown, O'Hara, was destroyed by the Demon Slayer Order, and Franky couldn't help but feel the same way.
Franky also longed for the story of moving forward and adventuring together with the Straw Hat Pirates during this period of time.
Robin was very eloquent.She didn't use violence, but told her own story leisurely and compared the life experiences of several other members of the Straw Hat Pirates.She helped Franky gradually step out of his own barriers.
This experience also made Nami and Vivi, who were listening, feel extremely sorry for Robin.
At this point, the Straw Hat Pirates also understood how tortuous Robin's mental journey was, and what she felt when she faced the Navy Admiral [Aokiji].
"I didn't come here to complain to you," Robin said.
"I am a special one, but not the most special one.There are many people walking alone, and the suffering they endure is no less than yours, and the same goes for you.
But, I amI'm one of the lucky ones.I have so many people who love me and protect me, allowing me to survive the brutal force of the Demon Slayer Order.
It wasn't until I met the Straw Hat Pirates and journeyed with them that I finally found my place amidst the confusion.Every day with this crew is more enriching than the experiences of the past twenty years.
You and I, and even we, have similar lives.After hearing this, are you still willing to continue to wander?"
After hearing the whole story, Franky was stunned.He felt ashamed of himself and felt that his decadent life in the past was not worth it!
You are obviously lucky enough, but you still just muddle through.This is not super at all!
Franky was finally completely moved by the bond between the Straw Hat Adventurers.At this time, Franky finally strengthened his belief that "being a companion of these guys is absolutely super."
He was the creator of the Sunshine Merry, so how could he not aspire to be one of its owners?
Bingshan said in a deep voice:
"Franky, everything you've done on this island is compensation.It's time to forgive yourself, Franky.You can live on for your own dreams now."
Luffy grinned:
"Come on, get on board, Franky!Come to my boat."
Franky boasted:
"You're a bunch of amateurs who can only patch holes.So, I'll have to take care of the Sunshine Merry!I, Franky, will be your shipwright!"
In this way, Franky, a member of the Straw Hat Adventure Group, became the 10th member of the Straw Hat Pirates.
Sunshine Merry, set sail!
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