Chapter 115

Kokosia Village is located in a corner of the East China Sea. It is spring-like all year round and full of flowers.

The morning sun shines through the treetops and sprinkles on every corner of the village, as if covering the land with a layer of golden veil.

In the village, birds sing happily on the branches, and large tracts of orange trees are fully loaded, reflecting a quiet and beautiful picture, which makes Kokosia Village famous.

"Korukoya, come here!"

A clear and pleasant female voice echoed in the air of the village, breaking the tranquility of the morning.

The owner of the voice is Nochigo, a lively and lovely girl with short sky-blue hair and a sunny smile on her face.

Her eyes are like clear lake water, flashing with wisdom and agility.

As she called, a white figure passed by like the wind and appeared in front of her almost instantly.

It was a pure white puppy named Korukoya, with snow-white hair and agile and clever eyes, as if it could see through people's hearts.

Korukeya wagged her tail happily beside Nochigo, as if responding to her call.

"Korukeya, this basket of oranges will be handed over to you!"

Nochigo leaned down slightly and gently stroked Korukeya's head, her voice full of pampering.

She held a basket of oranges in her hands, the oranges were bright and juicy, exuding an attractive fruity fragrance, like the incarnation of sunshine.

The basket of oranges was almost bigger than Nochigo's body and heavy, but she didn't care and easily put it on Korukeya's back.

"Woof woof woof!"

Korukeya barked excitedly twice, as if expressing her joy. She rubbed her head on Nochigo's hand and then ran away.

Surprisingly, the frame full of oranges was stable on Korukeya's back, without any shaking, as if there was a mysterious force helping it to stay fixed.

Nochigo watched Kelukeya's back as she left quickly, and a trace of worry surged in her heart.

"Kelukeya, slow down, Yuhao and the others are coming back, and these oranges are for them."

She shouted loudly, with anxiety and expectation in her voice.

Kelukeya seemed to hear it, but she turned back and called twice, and continued to run out of the village, leaving Nochigo frowning slightly.

"This guy Kelukeya."

Nochigo shook her head helplessly. Although she was a little worried, she loved and trusted Kelukeya more.

She believed that this puppy would be able to deliver the oranges safely.

After all, this was the first soul that Huo Yuhao had taken her to catch, from the Husky clan in the Far North, with more than 400 years of cultivation.

If this couldn't even carry a basket of oranges, then just wash them.

Turning back and walking back home, Nochigo's face was full of smiles, and he was as happy as if he had picked up money.

Walking into the house, Nochigo's mother Bellemeier was busy in the kitchen, and the rich aroma filled the air, as if inviting her taste buds to taste it.

The boiling soup in the pot made a slight hissing sound, accompanied by the sound of cutting vegetables. Bellemeier's figure flashed beside the stove, sometimes lowering her head to concentrate, sometimes looking up and smiling, with a warm glow on her face.

"Bellemeier, it smells so good."

Nochigo couldn't help but admire, with excitement and anticipation in her voice.

Her eyes wandered between the kitchen and the dining table, and her heart had already begun to imagine the delicious food she was about to taste.

Outside the house, the sun cast mottled light and shadows through the leaves. Kelukeya had already placed the oranges at the door and lay there quietly, with her ears drooping, and her eyes revealed a bit of boredom and impatience.

Kelukeya, this unique husky, seemed unwilling to return to Nochigo's soul ring.

It didn't like the feeling of being bound, and would rather stay outside freely.

Nochigo had long been accustomed to this, and secretly sighed in her heart that although the existence of Kelukeya had brought her a lot of trouble, this kind of free companionship was irreplaceable.

However, Nochigo's level 19 soul power was a big challenge for maintaining Kelukeya's existence for a long time.

She often felt tired, and the consumption of soul power forced her to practice harder, but she never cared, but regarded this challenge as part of her daily practice.

Just then, a crisp knock on the door broke the silence of the kitchen.

A familiar voice came through the door: "Bellmer, Nochigo, we are back!"

It was Nami's voice, with a hint of joy, like a spring breeze blowing on her face, instantly dispelling the fatigue in Nochigo's heart.

Nochigo's heartbeat accelerated, and a bright smile bloomed on her face. She turned around almost without hesitation and ran quickly to the door.

The moment she opened the door, Nami's figure came into her eyes, accompanied by Huo Yuhao.

Both of them had excited expressions on their faces, as if they had just experienced an adventure.

However, what surprised Nochigo was that there were more than ten people standing outside the door!

They had different expressions, some were smiling, and some looked a little nervous.

A wave of doubt surged in Nochigo's heart. The scene in front of her made her stop in her tracks, and various possibilities flashed through her mind quickly.

Nochigo sat in the warm living room, and the sunlight outside the window shone through the curtains on her face, adding a touch of brightness to her mood.

However, with the movement at the door, her curiosity was instantly ignited.

She frowned slightly and asked softly: "What are you doing..."

There was a hint of doubt in his voice.

In the past, Huo Yuhao and Nami always went home together, and there were never so many people.

Even when he occasionally came back with Vice Admiral Garp, there were only a few people, and the other navy soldiers and officers were all replenishing supplies in the town.

At this moment, there were more than a dozen people standing outside the door, and the atmosphere seemed particularly lively.

It made Nochigo, who didn't like to communicate with people and could even be said to be socially anxious, almost have social phobia.

Nochigo's eyes wandered over these unfamiliar faces, and she couldn't help feeling a little nervous.

She recognized Luffy and Ace. She had seen them at a gathering of Garp's future. The enthusiastic and energetic atmosphere made her feel at home.

However, the names and faces of the other six women were unfamiliar to her, and there was a hint of hostility, which made her feel a little uneasy.

Huo Yuhao walked forward with a warm smile on his face.

He welcomed these new friends in, his voice clear and firm: "This is Ma Xiaotao, my senior from the same college, this is Xiaoxiao, Zhang Lexuan..."

He introduced them one by one.

Nochigo listened quietly, and his heart gradually calmed down.

As the group walked into the house, Bellemeier was also stunned.

She didn't expect that Huo Yuhao would mention so many people in the Den Den Mushi. She was surprised for a moment, but then she was driven by enthusiasm and greeted these new faces with a smile.

There was a warm light in her eyes, as if saying: "Welcome to our home."

Nochigo looked at Bellemeier's reaction, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.

Bellemeier was always so enthusiastic, and she could show sunshine-like kindness to strangers.

Just like when this small family only had a few of them.

Nochigo stood in the middle of the living room, the sun shone in through the curtains, and the warm light seemed to put a soft coat on her mood.

She smiled slightly, trying to make her voice sound more natural, although she was still a little nervous.

New environment, new friends, everything made her feel excited and nervous.

She took a deep breath and told herself that today was a new beginning and she should show a friendly attitude to these new friends.

"Hello, I'm Nochigo."

Her voice was crisp and firm, with a hint of expectation.

Ma Xiaotao was slightly stunned, and then she showed a bright smile, as if the flowers in spring bloomed in the sun.

"Hello, Nochigo."

Her voice was as pleasant as the bell in the morning.

Ma Xiaotao originally thought that Nochigo would be a "rival" like Nami, but now seeing her smile, she couldn't help but feel relieved.

Her eyes unconsciously wandered to somewhere.

"Well, nothing to be afraid of."

She said in her heart, and after losing an "opponent", the smile on Ma Xiaotao's face became more enthusiastic.

At this time, a trace of warmth ignited in her heart, as if she could find a sense of belonging in this unfamiliar environment.

"I'm Xiaoxiao, nice to meet you!"

The voice was as crisp as a stream in the mountains, and Xiaoxiao's eyes flashed with friendly light.

Zhang Lexuan also joined in, and her sweet smile filled the whole living room with the breath of sunshine.

Nuoqi Gao's heart warmed up, and a smile unconsciously bloomed on her face.

She found that although these people were strangers, their enthusiasm and friendliness made her feel a little familiar.

Her mood gradually relaxed, as if she was no longer alone in this new environment.

As time went by, the living room was filled with laughter.

The interaction between them made Nuoqi Gao feel an unprecedented warmth, as if at this moment, the distance between her and these new friends was suddenly shortened.

They talked about their own interesting stories and shared bits and pieces of life. Their laughter was like the breeze, gentle and pleasant.

After lunch at noon, several people sat in the yard and chatted.

"How long will you stay here today?"

Nuoqi Gao couldn't help asking, with a curious light in his eyes.

"This time is considered a vacation. We will rest here for a month, but there is a small task to be solved in the middle."

"Small task, the kind that can be done in a few days."

Huo Yuhao's eyes revealed a trace of ease, as if this so-called small task could be completed at will.

At this time, he was sitting in the courtyard of Cocosia Village, surrounded by several close friends, and the air was filled with the salty sea breeze and the heat of the sun.

Huo Yuhao described the task of capturing Golden Lion as a "small task" lightly.

He didn't want to worry Bellemere and Nochigo. After all, Golden Lion was a pirate who was feared by the sea. He had fought against the Pirate King Roger and even escaped from the Impel Down.

Such an existence, even in a remote sea like the East China Sea, would know about big pirates like Golden Lion.

So, Huo Yuhao didn't say it.

Anyway, you will know it later.

At that time, even if he doesn't take the initiative to build momentum, there will be overwhelming news reports to the entire pirate world.

In addition to his subsequent plans, pirates, navy, world town government, and even the Revolutionary Army will participate.

"Huo Yuhao, come to catch fish!"

Just as several people were lazily lying in the yard basking in the sun, Luffy's voice suddenly rang out, breaking the quiet atmosphere.

Huo Yuhao turned around and saw Luffy's exaggerated laughter, which seemed to be infected by him.

"This guy is still so impetuous."

Huo Yuhao shook his head, a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and then he jumped up, like a wild horse, and rushed to the seaside almost instantly.

Nochigo, who was standing by, looked at Huo Yuhao's appearance and couldn't help but chuckle, his eyes full of appreciation and ridicule.

"This guy is still talking about Luffy, and he is like this too."

Nochigo thought to himself.

The days in Cocosia Village always pass quickly, the sun shines, the waves lap, and it seems that time has become particularly leisurely here.

The air in the village is filled with salty sea flavors, accompanied by the cries of seagulls, as if every cell is enjoying this tranquility and comfort.

Three days passed in a flash, and Huo Yuhao finally took the time to sail to the East China Sea with his warship.

He stood at the bow, the sea breeze whistled past, blowing his hair, bringing a cool breeze.

Huo Yuhao looked into the distance. The sea surface was shining silver under the sunlight. There seemed to be countless mysterious stories hidden in the waves.

"The first stop is Rogue Town."

He whispered to himself, and his voice was swept away by the sea breeze.

There was Smoger stationed there, and it was also the center of the entire East China Sea. Almost every pirate in the East China Sea would pass through there.

If nothing unexpected happened, he would be able to find the trace of the Golden Lion in three days at the latest.

After completing the mission of this station, he and his companions could have a good rest for a month and enjoy the rare tranquility.

Huo Yuhao also knew in his heart that next month, when the Golden Lion was brought back to the Sabaody Archipelago for execution, there would be no more idle days to live.

"Huo Yuhao, why are you leaving so soon?"

Just as he was thinking, a crisp voice came from his ear, interrupting his thoughts.

Xiao Xiao lay on the beach chair on the deck, raised her head slightly, and the sunlight shone through her hair, sprinkling a little golden light, as if she herself was the incarnation of the sun.

Her petite body radiated a crystal light in the sunlight, making her smile even brighter.

Since the end of the All-Continent High-Level Soul Master Competition, Xiao Xiao has been practicing hard, and her persistence day after day has made her cultivation have made great progress.

Despite this, compared with others, she still feels that she is a little worse.

After all, even in the original book, Xiao Xiao's talent can only be regarded as average, and the only thing that can be praised is the twin martial spirits.

But the twin martial spirits have also consumed a large part of their potential.

Even with the help of Huo Yuhao, her talent is the second to last in the group of seven.

The last one is Ling Luochen.