After intense discussion between both sides, Franky finally stepped forward and made the ultimate decision: to build two ships simultaneously.
First, an identical going merry would be built, and then a new ship, but at the same time, the new ship must be large, preferably with a dedicated internal cabin that could accommodate the going merry.
As for the material, it would be best to use the legendary adam wood.
When the Straw Hat Pirates heard that this was a world-class wood, and that even Pirate King Roger's pirate ship was built with this material, they immediately agreed, whether it was to use adam wood for shipbuilding or Franky's suggestion of a small ship inside a large ship.
However, hearing Franky and Iceberg say that it would take some time to obtain this material, as they needed to go through special channels.
So, the Straw Hat Pirates also agreed to stay for a few days, as they also planned to play and rest here for a few days.
Just after both sides finalized their decision, Deya and Shiro suddenly pushed open the door, astonishing all the Straw Hat Pirates present, as well as Franky, who had not officially joined but already had an idea in his heart, and Iceberg, who was sitting next to him.
But very quickly, all the Straw Hat Pirates rejoiced, "Great, the Pink Hat Pirates are here too."
Franky and Iceberg also expressed their welcome one after another.
"President Iceberg, originally we wanted to leverage our relationship with the Straw Hat Pirates, but now that you are all here, I'll be direct.
Can I rent one of your workshops? We can pay rent."
Shiro said concisely and immediately.
"Hahaha, what are you talking about?
You helped us, and by killing Spandam, you also helped me and Franky avenge Teacher Tom.
If you want a workshop, I'll give it to you for free.
We have plenty of empty workshops here." Iceberg laughed heartily.
Although he had heard of the notorious reputation of the Pink Hat Pirates before.
But since they were good friends with the Straw Hat Pirates, they were also their good friends, so he naturally had to show some respect.
And he wasn't wrong, the Pink Hat Pirates killed Spandam, which also counted as avenging their teacher.
He still had to give such respect and favor, even if it was just a small workshop.
"I also think it's no problem, but may I ask what you plan to do?" Franky asked curiously.
He was already very interested in Shiro, of course, it was her identity as a Scientist and the series of super-tech armored weapons on her that caught Franky's attention.
"I want to create a technology and gene-modified human like myself," Shiro stated directly.
Franky immediately became interested upon hearing this, genuinely asking if he could observe, as he was also a Scientist and could lend a hand.
After listening, Shiro and Deya were also very interested in Franky, a modified human, so they immediately agreed.
And when the other Straw Hat Pirates learned that the Pink Hat Pirates would also be resting here for a while, they were overjoyed.
The conversation between the Straw Hat Pirates and Franky ended there.
Iceberg took the matter of obtaining the new ship material, adam wood, for the Straw Hat Pirates very seriously and immediately set about arranging it.
At the same time, he also instructed his subordinates to help the residents rebuild and repair Water Seven, which had been nearly half destroyed by the Water Seven.
At the same time, he also had another idea, which was that he found that if there was another Water Seven, it would definitely be even bigger than this one.
He wanted to find a way to transform the entire Water Seven into a ship, like the legendary Noah's Ark, otherwise the next Water Seven would definitely destroy Water Seven.
Franky took Shiro to see the new workshop.
Deya took the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates back to their temporary base, as many of the Straw Hat Pirates wanted to see the people they cared about in the Pink Hat Pirates.
It would be best to spend these happy, warm, and companionable days together in Water Seven.
Therefore, the two groups acted separately.
After Franky and Shiro came out, the Bei Group, who were waiting at the door, followed them.
Because Shiro was already putting all the crafting equipment and materials into her storage ring, once they saw a suitable workshop, they could start working directly... Meanwhile, on the Straw Hat Pirates' side.
Deya had already secretly sent a message, after all, they had communication devices.
Kuina planned to spend these few days with Zoro, Nojiko wanted to accompany her younger sister Nami, Kaya wanted to accompany her childhood friend Usopp, and Carmen wanted to cause trouble for Sanji.
This immediately made the other The Girls curious.
Why did Carmen sound like she wanted to beat up Sanji?
"That guy is a big pervert, and I have some grudges with him.
In short, leave this guy to me; I'll take good care of him these next few days."
Carmen snorted coldly, and the other The Girls immediately felt speechless, including Luna.
This guy really held a grudge; she was also the only member of the Pink Hat Pirates who had a bit of resentment towards someone in the Straw Hat Pirates.
"Carmen, for the next few days here, I don't care about anything else, but you still need to provide our three meals every day.
Oh, and for those Marines too."
"Yes, Captain."
After Luna emphasized it slightly, Carmen also agreed.
Deya quickly arrived with the Straw Hat Pirates, wanting to go sightseeing and play in town with them.
All the Pink Hat Pirates also agreed.
"Hmm, who is she?"
Luffy, however, noticed the new face of Sana among the Pink Hat Pirates, and the other Straw Hat Pirates also showed puzzled expressions.
"Her name is Sana, she is our new member, my ninth crewmate, and also our intelligence officer here in the Pink Hat Pirates."
"Nani, you already have nine?" Luffy exclaimed in surprise.
You know, he already had the idea of inviting Franky to join the ship, but if Franky were included...
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