With these forests, Alabasta would no longer need to rely on dance powder for artificial rain in the future. The coconuts produced by these desert coconut trees alone would be enough to meet the residents' needs.
Moreover, with forests stabilizing the sand, Alabasta's environment would only improve over time. In the future, this city might even transform into a tropical rainforest.
It could be said that Ivan's actions had completely altered Alabasta's destiny!
Ivan used Wood Release to create a large dune buggy, and the group rode in it, speeding toward Rainbase.
Along the way, whenever Ivan regained his stamina, he would immediately use Wood Release: Sea of Trees Descent, creating lush, vibrant forests across the arid desert.
He made sure not to miss any of Alabasta's cities, especially.
Since Vivi was traveling with Ivan, many civilians recognized Princess Vivi and spread word of her benevolence.
In just a few days, the Alabasta royal family's nearly bankrupt reputation skyrocketed exponentially, with Vivi's prestige reaching its peak.
Similarly, the legend of White Dove Vice Admiral spread throughout Alabasta, and the civilians began calling Ivan the White Dove Who Brings Life!
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Rainbase, Rain Dinners Casino.
The Rain Dinners Casino resembled a hundred-meter-tall pyramid, surrounded by massive pools housing giant crocodiles.
Crocodile's office was located at the top floor of Rain Dinners. The room was decorated in blue and gold tones, exuding opulence and luxury.
Sitting on a plush sofa, Crocodile crushed his wine glass, glaring fiercely at Robin, who leaned gracefully against the wall:
"You're saying White Dove Ivan appeared in Alabasta and used some special ability to create vast forests, ruining most of our plans?"
Clearly, this Warlord of the Sea, intent on usurping the kingdom, was furious.
Anyone else facing Crocodile in such a rage would tremble in fear, not daring to provoke him further.
But for Robin, who had been hunted by the Marines since childhood and had even encountered Admirals multiple times, this situation was nothing.
"Correct. His ability is extraordinary. In just a few days, he altered Alabasta's ecosystem, significantly impacting our plans. So, should we halt the operation?"
"Impossible!" Crocodile refused without hesitation. "After all this preparation, how could we just give up?"
He paused, his eyes narrowing sharply, filled with malice:
"Send all Baroque Works agents into action. Kill White Dove. Since he wants to be a hero, let him be one to the fullest!"
Ivan was unaware that he had already become a thorn in the side of a certain sand crocodile.
He had just arrived at Alabasta's royal capital—Alubarna.
Ivan scattered seeds once more and used Wood Release, instantly creating a vast, boundless forest near Alubarna.
Amid the cheers of the kingdom's civilians, Vivi's father, King Nefeltari Cobra, personally came forward to welcome the group and invite them to the palace as guests.
In the palace reception room, laughter and cheerful conversation filled the air, especially from the usually stern King Cobra, whose smile was brighter than ever before.
"Vice Admiral Ivan, thank you so much. If not for you, Alabasta might truly have been usurped," King Cobra personally poured wine for Ivan.
Ivan smiled brightly. "King Cobra, this is the duty of the Marines. Even a Seven Warlord of the Sea cannot attack a royal family of an allied nation without reason!"
At this moment, Ivan spoke with righteous conviction, completely forgetting that he had once killed two kings of allied nations.
King Cobra sighed with emotion.
"However, we once sought help from several Navy Vice Admirals but received no response. Vice Admiral Ivan, this is indeed the responsibility of the Marines, but not necessarily yours. We will always remember your assistance this time. If you ever need help in the future, please do not hesitate to ask!"
Ivan did not refuse King Cobra's goodwill. "If possible, please help me collect Devil Fruits—the more, the better."
After sharing drinks and pleasantries, Ivan did not linger in Alubarna. The next day, he politely declined King Cobra's attempts to persuade him to stay and headed straight for his final destination: Rainbase.
However, shortly after leaving the royal capital, the dune buggy powered by Wood Release suddenly came to a halt.
Vivi's thoughts were focused on Rainbase. With White Dove, who could defeat the Lizard King Hanafuda, helping them, they would surely be able to defeat Crocodile and restore peace to Alabasta.
Seeing Ivan suddenly stop, she was puzzled but did not urge him impatiently. Instead, she asked with concern, "Mr. Ivan, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Ivan shook his head and said to the group, "Come closer to me. We have guests."
Nami and the others did not hesitate and immediately moved closer to Ivan.
The Baroque Works assassins hiding in the shadows realized they had been exposed and stepped out from behind the trees.
When Ivan saw their appearances, he understood. "It seems Kuro isn't very clever, sending you lot to kill me. Or perhaps he just wants to use you to wear me down."
"Arrogant!" Mr. 3, with a '3'-shaped bun on his head, stepped forward from the crowd. Liquid wax dripped continuously from his feet, silently surrounding Ivan and the others.
"Dealing with you doesn't require a Seven Warlord of the Sea. We've taken Crocodile's commission this time, which means your so-called Marine Supernova will meet his end here!"
"That's right. You might have some skill, but there are five Devil Fruit users here. You're no match for us!" Mr. 5 sneered, his tone full of arrogance and disdain.
The strongest among them, Mr. 1, had no patience for idle talk and directly ordered, "No more chatter. Just kill him and eliminate the threat for good."
As soon as he finished speaking, Mr. 1 took the lead, his arms and legs transforming into blades as he charged toward Ivan.
The others followed closely. Mr. 3 gathered liquid wax, intending to drown Ivan.
Mr. 5 even abandoned using boogers as bombs, plucking out his hair instead and hurling it toward Ivan with a special Force Application Technique.
The liquid wax first engulfed Ivan and the others, followed by the explosion of the bombs.
The explosion stirred up a cloud of smoke, and Mr. 1, along with other agents skilled in close combat, rushed into the smoke.
Watching the splashes of blood occasionally flying out from within the smoke, Mr. 5 impatiently picked his nose.
"The so-called Marine Supernova is nothing special. I could have handled him alone. Now we're wasting everyone's time—hardly worth it."
Mr. 3 nodded in agreement. "That Crocodile is too cautious. It seems even the so-called Seven Warlords of the Sea aren't all that impressive!"
But just as Mr. 3 finished speaking, a soft chant echoed from within the smoke:
"One Sword Style: Finger Blade: Asura!"
Boom!
A piercing sound tore through the air as a massive Flying Slash suddenly shot out from the smoke, piercing through a fragile body and splitting it in two before continuing forward.
Mr. 3 only felt a deafening roar beside his ear before his body was drenched in a warm liquid.
He stiffly turned his head, stunned to find that Mr. 5, who had been perfectly fine moments ago, was now cleanly sliced in half by the slash!
"Ahhhh!" he let out a shrill, undignified scream. "What is this?!"
At that moment, the dust settled, and a figure strode toward him with relaxed steps.
A soul-deep fear enveloped Mr. 3. He stiffly turned his head, horrified to see a demon that sent shivers down his spine slowly approaching him!
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