One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 200 You guys have really made my life miserable!

Once you've been there a while, you'll get used to it. Stepping into Mermaid Island's territory again will be much easier.

Instead of merman soldiers on high alert, there were ordinary residents lining the streets to welcome them.

This is a large-scale family visit activity.

Fishmen and mermaids who have lived at sea will tell their relatives and friends about their experiences.

Judging from the current situation, the results are good.

This time, Roman was also invited to the palace.

Princess Otohime was extremely pleased with her arrival.

Now the mermaid royal family has gained a new member, a beautiful little mermaid princess named Shirahoshi.

Their chubby cheeks make you want to kiss them.

Poseidon has been born, Hades is still sleeping in Wano Country, and Uranus should have appeared by now.

The three weapons that could destroy the world have finally converged in one era after 800 years.

Next came the appearance of Joy Boy.

Seeing Roman's thoughtful expression, Otohime said, "Miss Roman, I will remember what you told me about Shirahoshi."

"Your Highness, she is still very weak now, but you must remember that from the moment she took on this mission, she was no longer an ordinary princess, but a king who would determine the future rise and fall of the mermaid race, and a weapon that could destroy the world. When you love her like a daughter, never forget to teach her to be strong. A king cannot be overprotected," Roman said earnestly from the side.

At that moment, King Neptune also appeared.

“Miss Navy, I am very grateful for your concern for Fishman Island and for telling us the truth. I should have been the one to propose a formal visit, but…”

“I understand your predicament. After all, you bear a heavy responsibility, considering the safety of the entire country. I understand your caution. But what I want to say is that although Shirahoshi is the only daughter, I hope that you two will educate her in the same way as Crown Prince Shark Star, so that she can truly stand on her own.”

"We will always remember this."

"Also, anything related to the Void Century must be hidden well. It must never be discovered by the government; that's an absolute taboo." Roman couldn't help but kindly remind him, thinking of the Poneglyph hidden on Mermaid Island.

As expected, Otohime and Neptune's expressions changed drastically upon hearing this.

As the royal family of the merfolk, they were certainly aware of the World Government's regulations, but that Poneglyph was something passed down from their ancestors 800 years ago.

By now, even King Neptune was not entirely clear on its meaning.

All he knew was that it was an apology left by humans 800 years ago for failing to fulfill the agreement between them and Fishman Island.

However, besides this, there is also a saying passed down from the royal family: Joy Boy is the leader of the mermaid princesses who can control the sea kings, and he will eventually lead the mermaids onto land. We just need to wait for him to appear.

"How did you know?" Otohime's face was pale.

"I meant no harm." There's no need to argue with Otohime; your true feelings will naturally tell her the answer.

"I believe you." After her initial surprise, Otohime quickly regained her composure.

But King Neptune was caught in a startling thought.

He looked Roman up and down, left and right, for a good while.

At first, Roman just thought that he didn't trust him, which was normal. If you're hiding something that the world can't tolerate, and then someone exposes it, you might even have thoughts of killing him with your bare hands.

Moreover, Neptune is the king, and if something happens to him, it would likely implicate the entire country. Given that, it's impossible for him to completely trust Princess Otohime; he would have to verify it himself.

But judging from this, you probably can't tell whether I'm trustworthy or not.

The next second, Neptune's question left Roman speechless.

"Could you perhaps be Joy Boy of this era?"

What? What? What?

You dare say that again?

This must be the most surprising thing Roman has ever experienced since he came into this world.

No way, you merfolk really dare to put any kind of label on her!

She tolerated Shirley's suggestion that she might be the next Pirate King.

Just treat it as probability theory.

You, as the king, are even more extraordinary; you directly call her Joy Boy.

If she becomes the Pirate King, Im probably won't care. But if she becomes Joy Boy, well, Im will definitely kill her.

That person is much scarier than her mother.

At that moment, Roman had a vague feeling that someone wanted to drape a dragon robe over her.

And she'll also utter that classic line: "You guys have really ruined my life!!"

"I'm not." What Joy Boy? My life is more important.

"You didn't ask me what Joy Boy meant, which means you know what Joy Boy means, so you can read the Poneglyph?"

Wow, Your Majesty, do you think I've lived too long? One charge after another, worthy of the extermination of nine generations of her family, was pinned on her.

The methods used to harm people these days are quite unique; as expected of a king, he really knows how to talk.

Roman was internally ranting and raving at that moment.

But Neptune continued his incessant chatter.

“I understand. That’s why you took every measure to bring the fish-men and mermaids to the island. You did it for the promise you made back then. You are the guide for our time.” Neptune was a little excited.

Meanwhile, Otohime was even more excited, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

No, that's not true! Don't talk nonsense! You're just slandering me! Are you trying to watch me die?

There were so many things he wanted to complain about that Roman didn't know what to say for a moment.

"No, I don't understand the Poneglyphs either. I'm just trying to be helpful by reminding you that the Little Mermaid is very important. Please let her grow up properly."

Roman immediately denied it and brought up the Aquaman issue again.

However, the two royal family members did not seem to listen.

This was Roman's mistake; her intention was to remind the two of the existence of the Poneglyphs and to be careful to conceal them.

After all, they cannot be destroyed.

However, her appearance, the birth of the Sea King, and the move to bring fishmen and mermaids to the island combined to convince Neptune that the guide had appeared.

Even if she says she's not Joy Boy, it doesn't matter anymore.

In Neptune's mind, she and Joy Boy were no different.

It's not that Joy Boy would do such a thing, but that she did such a thing, and he only knew Joy Boy.

It seems like they don't believe it!

Roman felt like slapping himself in the face.

Why are you so talkative?!

The historical text has been hidden for over 800 years and hasn't been discovered by the World Government, so why are you worrying about it?

Now look what's happened! They've pinned this on Joy Boy. If this rumor gets out, it'll be far more serious than the rumor that he'll become the Pirate King.

Besides, this guy is the king, so there's no way I could just...

Hold on, Otohime is still here!!!

"In short, I..."

“We understand. Just like our daughter being a sea queen, it’s a secret, and it absolutely cannot be revealed.”*2

Wow, you guys got the hang of it pretty quickly!