[One Piece] Inferior Star

Optimal solution

"No plants, no animals, not even surface microbes. The surface is covered with inorganic silt...I've never seen anything like it."

Matthew stands at the entrance to the world behind the canyon.He squatted down and took a closer look at the black earth: "Even the craziest geologists in the alliance would run away in fright. This kind of thing really happened, it's as scary as the ancient gods descending." .”

"Even Matthew will feel scared..." Although you can't feel what Matthew said if you look directly at it this way, you can indeed feel inexplicable fear when looking directly at this land with ordinary senses.In fact, if there is no particularly important reason, any sane human being will not step into this area.

"The place where death passes will become like this-although I haven't seen death take such a big effort for hundreds of years. He should have no longer wanted to care about humans." Like this really makes the human land Not a single blade of grass grows... Has anyone offended him?Frey said helplessly, "Matthew, did you really see human activities in the middle?"

"Ah. The photos from the satellite are very clear, absolutely correct." Matthew said and opened his hands, showing a top-down image.In the blackness, there is indeed a small circular area where houses and farmland can be clearly seen, "However, after observation, it can be confirmed that the altitude of this area is below the horizon, which means that it was established In a big pit."

"Maybe this can explain why they can survive in it - no, I said it casually, I don't know what is the connection." Frey spread his hands, and Matthew shook his head helplessly. He said: "Contact Yes: I’m just saying that the land is covered by inorganic matter. That is, the barrenness may only be on the surface. If you dig down, you can still see normal living organisms.”

I see.In other words, the impact of death is not as wide as it seems.So if settlements are built in pits, it is still possible to build fields in such places.Youxiang probably understood, and she said, "That also requires that Fino doesn't get close to the settlement, right?"

"That's right. Judging from the growth of the farmland, at least he doesn't come close to that area very often—I suspect he never did. So we can basically conclude that at least in that settlement, people will not be threatened with death. Although the reason is still unknown, if we can get there, we will be able to know some details."

According to Phoebe, who came back shortly, it was hard to find a lot of supplies around here anymore.Everyone in the fur tribe is not only seriously injured, but also has less and less living resources.They originally came here to seek refuge, but this kind of thing happened to them... We had to do something for them.Youxiang thought about it, and she said, "If I can get in touch with the people in the settlement, I should be able to get some food..."

"Miss Youxiang, your tone sounds like you don't intend to go to the settlement with us." It's not like you.Thought you would immediately say go now.Matthew said, "Do you have any other considerations?"

"Well. I want to go directly to Fino." Finding the settlement is only temporary.To really help, Fino's power is needed.Youxiang said, "Everyone is very sick. Even if Mr. Luo works hard, there is little effect. Because this is not a real disease, but a curse caused by magic..."

"..." Miss Youxiang still thinks it's her fault.Although... If you want to completely separate the relationship, it will become like a sophistry.no way.Matthew paused, and then said: "Those who have the ability to take action have the responsibility to take action. Miss Youxiang. Although the person who said these words was somewhat personal, I think it still makes sense .”

"Matthew..."

"You don't have to rack your brains to justify all your actions. Human beings are the ultimate cancer that can 'infect' the galaxy with very few reasons. Even if you are noble and brave, you can't save them all." Matthew As he said that, he was ready to leave, "I will lead the team to the settlement and bring back food. Miss Youxiang, you can rest assured to negotiate with Mr. Fino."

"Thank you Matthew." You are the best... Always the first to spoil me!Youxiang nodded, and then she said, "Frey, please protect me."

"Hey... I know. Shouldn't this kind of thing be left to fear..." He was happy.

"Of course Phoebe is too...I've never seen Fino do such a thing, and I'm actually a little scared. But Fino is also very scared now. He's waiting for me...I can feel it."

"Youxiang...Although, how should I put it...Although I am very happy that you are so strong, reliable and independent! I also like it very much! But..." Ace was a little entangled, he actually wanted to say it just now.Whether it is going to the settlement or looking for Fino, it is quite dangerous!Leaving Fino himself super dangerous, isn't there still a guy with a mace wandering around in this wasteland? ?

"Ace bears it and Youxiang will come back. At least Youxiang will really come back... Unlike Ace who can't even say such words."

"...?"

Ace didn't understand what Youxiang was talking about, Youxiang just puffed out his mouth and punched him, and then ran to the other side of Frey to let him separate himself from Ace. When Ace was confused, Phoebe Appearing next to him, put his shoulders and said: "I'll just say... If you can't remember what you did before, even a person as tolerant as the master will be angry."

"I don't quite understand... I'm just worried about her?"

"That's what I said, but she doesn't care about caring now, she just cares about letting you experience what she experienced back then, right?" Very painful.When you know that the person you like seems to never come back.it's painful.Phoebe patted Ace, and he said, "It's just that Master isn't as cruel as you guys did to her."

"Did I ever do anything cruel to her?"

"Ask me...it's meaningless if you don't think about it yourself! In short... Humans also need to grow. You finally realized your mistake, but now you forget it completely. Although this can't It's all your fault, but until you think about it again—Master will keep being so angry?"

Don't be angry!You can just scold me! !Ace became a little annoyed, and he looked at his brother for help, but Sabo seemed to be troubled by something at the moment.He said, "You Xiang, why don't we go with you? Really?"

"Well. Ace and Sabo stay here. Ms. Nami and Mr. Luo need more help. And... Fino is very dangerous for Ace and Sabo." Very dangerous...Speaking of it, Fino is The real body of the dark shadow in the corner or in the shadow that I often saw when I was a child.At that time, I could subconsciously feel the instinctive fear... That kind of fear is different from the one brought by Feibi, probably because every creature is born with the fear of death.

At that time, Ace, Sabo and Luffy should feel the same way.Fino in the corner is more intuitive than the voice that others cannot hear, and it is the embodiment of the curse.

Youxiang gave up recalling the past, because Ace and Sabo are two idiots who made themselves weird!Now is not the time to be willful: "Does Matthew need help?" Youxiang asked.

"No need. Just like Miss Youxiang said, Mr. Fino is deadly to the living. If we really accidentally encounter him, I'm afraid we won't even have much time to react. So don't take risks. I will go alone." After all, I will not die and will not be affected by him.Matthew said firmly, "And I have a hunch...we will also meet people who are not suitable to meet Mr. Ace in the settlement."

"what?"

"After all, the big crater looks like it was made by a meteorite... However, there is also the possibility of a coincidence..." Matthew muttered, he said, "In short, considering the best plan, I will go alone It is the best. Although I also hope that Miss Youxiang can stay, but...getting Mr. Fino's power in time will indeed make us a lot easier."

"Well. So, Matthew and Youxiang split up! Brothers stay behind! It's the best plan! Right?"

"That's right, Miss Youxiang. Ah, that's great... I managed to raise a good child to some extent..." Matthew expressed his satisfaction, and he said, "And, Mr. Zed, if possible, please Guard this base. I am very worried now, because it is too close to the empire, and Isaac may already know our whereabouts."

"...I understand." Ah yes, there are things that must be done by oneself.Gotta cheer up.Zed, who was still distracted, immediately stood up straight when he heard Matthew's words, "I will do some investigations according to the situation... After all, the combat effectiveness of this pier is higher than ever, so it's okay to take a little risk .”

"It can be said that I completely trust your judgment." Matthew was very relieved to Zed, "Let's try to postpone the difficult problem as much as possible. Until now, we still have no advantage at all, why is this?"

"Humans have never gained an advantage in a battle against demons..." Fabias squatted at Youxiang's feet, propping his chin and said, "It's just that humans can win even if they don't have an advantage. It's so unfair~~ isn't it master?"

"I'm human." I wouldn't say yes.Youxiang patted Phoebe's head as she spoke, "Okay, let's set off as soon as possible. I think the sooner we can solve it, the better~ On the one hand, Fino can help cure the corruption disease, on the other hand... it's more troublesome It is indeed at the end."

"You still remember, the most troublesome guy." Frey laughed, and he said, "Master Bride, I'll leave it to you then! After all, we are absolutely powerless against that guy—Sabo, why are you attacking me? ?”

"Sorry, after I heard the word bride, the automatic defense system suddenly activated." Sabo pressed back his fist, and he said, "I always feel that I won't like the person you mentioned."

"Just as Matthew said, save the big troubles until you solve the small ones! Although... I feel like I've met Xiaoxi somewhere, but..." It's just a strange feeling.Can not be sure.Youxiang said, "In short! I think we are very close to victory! Let's work harder!"

"Hey... well..." Sabo sighed helplessly, and he said, "Although I don't know why you are angry with your brother, Youxiang. But if you think this is not the time to be willful or coquettish...then After the matter has temporarily come to an end, can you be self-willed or coquettish with me?"

"Hey~~ Then I'll think about it~~" Sabo always said strange things!Really... Youxiang smiled, and she said, "Then Ace, please take care of him!"

"Brother is already an adult, he won't get lost!"

"Also ask Sabo to take a look at Dover and Mr. Enelo."

"Who can watch them?! It's better to ask Nami!!"

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The author has something to say:

Although Sabo absolutely can't look down on Dover and Enel, don't say it, I think Nami might really be able to.

Everyone can guess who is in the settlement! (One of them is already obvious, and Matthew guessed it. There are two acquaintances, please use their intuition to name them!!)

Cang Cang's illness is almost healed at last, and he can go to work anyway.After going to work, I had a big fight with my self-righteous colleagues, but I was in a good mood.Promise to the squirrel, everyone should pay attention to keeping warm in the future, don't wear pants, don't stay up late, don't eat too spicy, and don't be buns.