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Here, a train stands alone.
"Ouch, it's so cold!"
He opened the carriage door, wrapped his clothes tighter around himself, and strode into the carriage.
It has been some time since the emergency landing in Arillow.
Today, Luffy also returned to the train to check on the progress of the repairs.
"System, is the system there?"
Looking at the quiet carriage in front of him, Luffy also called on the system that was left here for maintenance.
[Here comes the host! 】
Soon a small white ball appeared in front of Luffy, wearing a safety helmet with the words "Safety First" written on it.
This small white ball is the true form of the system.
"System, let me ask you, how's the train repair going?"
Rufu plopped down on the sofa next to him and asked the system about the current status of the train.
The repairs are almost complete. The robot you sent was really good; it provided a lot of materials needed for the train's maintenance!
If it weren't for that creation engine, repairing that system would probably have taken quite a bit of work.
"So that means we'll be able to set sail again soon?"
Thinking of this, Luffy couldn't help but get excited.
This still won't work!
But at that moment, the system's words ruthlessly interrupted Luffy.
"Why? Didn't they say it was almost finished repairing?"
Could it be that something important about the train has completely broken down?
[The repairs were almost complete, but then I saw the enormous robot you sent, and that gave me a bold idea!]
"what idea?"
[Host, you know about giant robots, right?]
Upon hearing this, Luffy understood what was going on and excitedly asked the system.
"Could the train transform into a giant robot in the future?"
[It's theoretically possible, but in reality it's quite difficult!]
After all, the system isn't some kind of 'Autobot system' where you can just stuff in an AllSpark and call it a day.
To transform a train into a giant robot, one needs a thorough understanding of the structure of every single part.
Otherwise, it might get stuck while it's deforming.
"It's okay, as long as we can transform, we can take it slow!"
Luffy felt excited at the thought of being able to control a Gundam.
[In that case, could you lend me some Star Jade, host?]
"What do you want this for?"
"I asked with some caution," Ruff asked.
You should know that he doesn't have much Star Essence left. After buying the Yellow Spring Fruit and the Flame-Flame Fruit for Fulibas last time, the landlord's family has no surplus grain.
[Isn't this so that the train can transform?]
The system explained this with a smile.
Then, the system interface opened automatically in front of Luffy and redirected him to the store page.
The search bar opens automatically, and a product is quickly retrieved.
How to Make General Franky
Seeing this, Luffy's expression turned strange.
"System, you're not talking about transforming into something like General Franky, are you?"
If it really is like General Franky, then Luffy should reconsider whether or not to equip that transformation ability.
After all, given General Franky's appearance...
Hmm, it doesn't quite fit Luffy's aesthetic.
If it were replaced with something like the Skybreaker or the Red Gundam.
Naruf would definitely agree without hesitation.
As for General Franky, Luffy felt there was no need to waste StarCraft.
[Of course, I don't just want to make it look like General Franky; I just need the manufacturing method as a reference!]
The system immediately explained.
"So what kind of shape do you want it to look like?"
By this time, Luffy had regained consciousness.
Intensity is completely irrelevant now; the key is that he looks cool!
【…】
The only response to Luffy was the system's silence.
"Are you just making empty promises to me?"
Looking at the silent system, Luffy raised an eyebrow.
Haha, no way! I'll send you the sample right now!
A thing that looked like a giant robot appeared on Luffy's system screen.
The body is the face of a giant clock boy, and the left hand appears to be composed of the Di Ting (a mythical beast).
In its right hand, it holds a knife shaped like a train.
Jimmy and Wuwubo are on the shoulders on both sides.
As for the robot's head, it is occupied by a Pam sitting in it.
"?"
When Rufu saw the photos sent by the system, his cerebellum had shrunk.
If I summon this thing during a fight, my enemies will probably laugh themselves to death.
Putting everything else aside, if you sew a clockwork figure onto your chest, wouldn't Pinocchio send you a cease and desist letter?
"System, maybe we should just forget about it. I think it's enough to fix the train; let's forget about the deformation!"
Rufu said in a serious tone.
If things really turned out this way, Luffy really couldn't accept it.
[Wait, host, can't this appearance be changed?]
Seeing Luffy's disgusted look, the system immediately spoke up.
Whatever style you like, I can design it for you!
The system is as humble as a recent college graduate.
Oh! No, wait, I've heard it say before that it really is a newly graduated system!
[Host, please let me install one, I'll definitely follow your modifications!]
"No, thank you!"
Although the system's tone was very sincere, after seeing the modification sample it gave him...
Luffy will never trust the system's aesthetic sense again.
"Hey host, if you let me install one, I'll give you a little mystery gift later, how about that?"
"What free gift?"
Upon hearing about the free gift, Luffy immediately woke up from his sleepiness.
If you can get something for free, that's a different story.
Don't worry, I guarantee you'll love it!
The system, however, remained shrouded in mystery.
Luffy couldn't help but suspect that the system was saying this just to appease him.
Once it's all renovated, I'll just grab some random stuff to fool myself.
However, after some thought, Luffy agreed.
Who cares? At worst, we can just make sure the train doesn't deform after we install it.
"Alright then, I'll print it out for you, but don't make it look like the sample you just sent me!"
[Don't worry, host, it won't happen!]
The system gave a confident and resolute guarantee.
[In that case, host, could you buy me a copy of "The General Franky Recipe" for reference?]
"Wait a minute, is this thing more expensive?"
At this moment, Luffy discovered that the price of "The General Franky Making Method" was actually a full thousand stars higher than before.
Since we're going to buy it anyway, let's just go for the best one. That extra thousand includes Vegapunk's research data!
Since General Franky was also created using Vegapunk's technology, it's reasonable to add a thousand more plus some other things!
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Adding 1,000 Star Jade will allow you to exchange for research data on Vegapunk, arguably the strongest scientist in the One Piece world.
If it's the world of One Piece, then of course it's profitable.
But if it were the world of Star Iron, Vegapunk would really be a bit lacking.
Not to mention those genius clubs, even the people in the Erudite Society can't compare.
But in order to deform his train, Luffy gritted his teeth and chose to pay.
"If your final result doesn't satisfy me, you're finished!"
Seeing Xingqiong's health dwindle again, Luffy couldn't help but feel a pang of heartache.
At this moment, the system immediately provided assurances.
[Don't worry, host, when have I ever let you down!]
Seeing the system's confident demeanor, Luffy felt somewhat relieved.
"Oh, and don't forget that free gift you mentioned!"
At this moment, Luffy reminded him again.
Don't worry, I won't forget!
This prompted the system to complain, "Luffy really doesn't want to suffer a loss!"
However, this free gift also gave the system a bit of a headache, since it was something it had to say helplessly when it was in a hurry.
Luffy would definitely not be satisfied with just taking some random things.
Thinking of this, the system couldn't help but sigh. It seemed that it would have to go to its usual second-hand websites to see if it could find some fashionable little junk to fool people.
Just as the system was thinking about how to fool Luffy, Luffy also spoke up and asked.
"By the way, system, when will the train be ready for modification?"
This will probably take some time!
It takes time to assemble a Gundam model, let alone a real Gundam!