After several weeks and the dedication of hundreds of shipwrights, the first phase of the Ark of Passion is finally coming to an end.

The Ark of Passion is now about 23,000 meters long, and the whole ship is essentially a three-masted sailing ship, but under Frankie's careful design, there are huge outer engines on both sides of the hull, which can be used to cross the sea in windless seas; The upper side of the hull is also lined with dense holes, which are empty, but in the future, each space will be stocked with powerful guns.

The keel of the ark was the focal point of the three chief engineers. Among the materials handed over to 'Coral' by the World Government is even a lot of wood from Adam, the 'Treasure Tree', which is also one of the 'designated materials' specifically requested by Victor.

Legend has it that there is such an island. There has been a war on the island, and the city and people of the whole island have been basically destroyed under the baptism of war, but there is a huge tree that still stands. No matter what happened, it stood there, and after the war people snuggled up to the tree and founded new cities and countries. There are only a few trees in the world that are so powerful, and people call him the strongest tree - Adam the Treasure Tree.

The wood of the treasure tree Adam is extremely tough, and the boats made from this tree are also extremely tough and strong, and can withstand extremely extreme pressure. Legend has it that the 'Auro Jackson' on which One Piece Gordo Roger rode was made of this wood, and the shipwright was Tom the shipwright.

Now, in terms of volume, the wood of these treasure trees Adam is certainly not enough to cover the entire ship, but it can still be used to strengthen the keel. Mixing and strengthening the keel with wood is a very, very sophisticated and high-end technique. Even Iceberg and Frankie needed to join forces, and the reinforcement work lasted for a full 15 days before it came to an end.

And the island above the ark has also been extensively repaired by these industrious craftsmen. The island's dense forests have been transformed into gorgeous courtyards. The original Necropolis area was also renovated into a fountain square, and the zombie generals were rewarded for moving to the second basement floor because they volunteered to assist in the repair of the Ark. The environment is dark and secluded, and these zombies are like a fish in water.

On the north side of the island is a floating mooring area with a large floating platform built to serve as a 'resort' in the future, while on the south side is a 'boathouse' for the members of Coral.

Coating such an incomparably huge ark would certainly not be an easy task. Fortunately, there are enough coating craftsmen in the Chambord Islands, and there are many coating masters, such as Old Ray, Pokeby, Bearded Louis and so on. This time, not only the Ark of Passion was coated, but also the Beacon and the temporary old ship were coated, and the coating process of the Ark of Passion was adopted to strive for safety.

When everything was ready, the Ark of Passion dived into the sea on a sunny morning, temporarily bidding farewell to 'Paradise' and embarking on its journey to the 'New World'.

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10,000 meters below the seabed.

Fish-Man Island, Ryugu Castle.

"Otohime...... Haven't come back yet? "Neptune, the master of Dragon Palace Castle, 'Sea King' Neptune, sat on the king's chair, his face full of sadness.

The 'Left Minister' of the Catfish Mermaid and the 'Right Minister' of the Seahorse Mermaid glanced at each other, and they were helpless in their hearts.

It all started back a week.

At that time, after several weeks of treatment, the Draco Muse S. who had fallen to Fish-Man Island had finally regained his mobility. Ryugu Castle thought about it and finally decided to send a royal ship to send it back to land.

Before leaving, the Muse Galk Saint was full of anger and vowed to make these fish who despised him pay a terrible price.

"Remember it for me...... As a domestic animal, he dared to hold a gun at his master!! Before stepping onto the deck, St. Muse Gaald said, "I will make you regret it......"

Looking at the completely unrepentant man on the sampan, the guards of Fish-Man Island were filled with indignation.

"Why should he be resented for saving his life......"

"You shouldn't let him go back, this island will be in danger!!"

But Princess Otohime stopped Muse Gald Saint: "Please stay!" You seem to have something to say? Then I'll go with you to land. ”

How reckless! The mermaid princess went to land alone with the Draconians? It's like feeding a tiger with your body!

Not only the guards and the people, but also Neptune, the king of the sea who came in a hundred, disagreed, "Otohime, don't come nonsense!" If you have to explain it to the nobles of the world anyway, then let me go! ”

"No! You're too strong, there's no point in going. "Princess Otohime is simply terrifying, "If I, a person who is much weaker than ordinary people, can return safely after going to that world, it proves that I am safe on land." ”

No matter how much everyone tried to persuade her, Otohime finally got on the ship. That's what she said before leaving.

"Neptune! Trust the wife you choose...... And humans! ”

The days passed.

An uneasy atmosphere also enveloped Ryugu Castle. The princes and princesses were in tears, and Neptune, the king of the sea, could only soothe the children with his worries.

And the people also stayed up at night because they were worried, and the children went to look for Jinpei from time to time to ask where Otohime was, and what could Jinhei say?

A week has passed, and to this day, Princess Otohime has not returned.

Just as Neptune and the two ministers sighed, the phone beeped.

Hearing the report of the 'Border Guard' stumbling with excitement, Neptune rushed out of the palace, and the two ministers followed with the palace guards.

Fish-Man Island, a port of entry.

The people who got the news crowded this large harbor to the brim. People looked at the figure at the bow of the boat waving to the crowd, and they couldn't stop crying loudly.

"Her Royal Highness Otohime——!!

"Great! As long as you come back alive, we'll ......."

"Welcome back! Her Royal Highness Otohime——!! ”

After a few days of patient persuasion, Otohime finally convinced the arrogant Tenryu. Not only that, but she also brought back a piece of paper, which can be said to be from Fish-Man Island!

It was written by the world's aristocracy, and the content was-

In other words, when enough signatures of Fish-Man Island residents are submitted to the quadrennial World Government Participating States, indicating that they are willing to move to the land and coexist with humans, this handwritten by the Draco people will give Fish-Man Island a stronger voice! At that time, such a wish will also be realized.

This will be the first time that the Fish-Folk and the Merfolk have been so close to land and sunlight.

And in the empty throne hall of Dragon Palace City, the sound of the telephone bug' 'purr, pout' echoed helplessly in the empty hall.

The telephone bug microphone in the hands of the captain of the 'Border Guard', who was far away in the front entrance of Fish-Man Island, slowly slipped down, and he and the surrounding team members were stunned to look at the boundless sea overhead.

There, the black shadow of an incomparably large ship is gradually approaching, and two zipper patterns can be faintly seen on the side of the hull.

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