One Piece - I Am A Different Luffy! BOOK2!

Chapter 217 - Water Seven 01.

[Chapter Size: 2000 Words.]
Third Person POV

Water Seven, First Half of Grandline.

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In a location in the Grand Line, more than halfway across, a large structure stood in the sea. Water Seven was a unique place among all the seas. The city pulled water from the sea and threw it upwards like a colossal fountain, with the water falling back down, it quickly began to run through the city, passing through the streets as it made its way back to meet the sea. Despite having salt water running through its streets, the houses did not seem to be damaged by the salt in the air, made of materials that could resist the corrosion caused by constant exposure to salt and humidity. This is possible through the use of materials like corrosion-resistant fiber-reinforced concrete, stainless steel, and other special alloys.

The structure was not only known for its iconic shape that stood out, but the true specialty of the place was its famous shipbuilding, as great ships left its docks, sailing the seven seas and being recognized all over the world. The shipyards of Water Seven were composed of various key facilities, each playing a vital role in ship construction. Among these structures were:

Dry Docks: Specialized areas where ships were built or repaired. Equipped with gates that could be closed to drain the water and make room for work on the ship's hulls below the waterline.

Carpentry Workshops: In these workshops, skilled craftsmen worked with wood to create the skeleton and cladding of the ships. They used resistant and treated woods to ensure the durability and resistance of the ships to adverse maritime conditions.

Furnaces and Foundries: Spaces dedicated to molding and forging metals. Here, metals were transformed into essential parts for the structure of the ships, such as nails, chains, anchors, and reinforcement plates.

Sail and Rigging Workshops: Places where sails were carefully sewn and rigging was braided. The quality of the sails and ropes was fundamental for navigation, requiring resistant materials that could withstand strong winds and salt erosion.

Naval Design Studios: Here, naval architects and engineers worked together on the design of the ships, ensuring that they were not only robust and safe but also efficient and aesthetically pleasing.

Supply Warehouses: Large deposits where construction materials, tools, and supplies necessary for the construction and maintenance of the ships were stored. These warehouses ensured that all necessary materials were always available.

Testing and Launch Areas: Spaces along the coast where ships were launched into the sea for the first time. These areas allowed for buoyancy, stability, and performance tests before the ships were delivered to their owners.

Administration Offices: Where all aspects of shipbuilding were coordinated, from hiring workers to project management and contact with clients.

With all this, countless companies were in constant activity in the city. Among them, there was one that was more required, since its owner was the most important person in the city, besides already having a great fame for ending all outlaws that approach.

At this place, a commotion was already happening. "Give us the ship for free, otherwise, we will kill everyone!" A pirate holding a gun, pointing at a blonde woman spoke.

"You should take it, that was our agreement." A blue-haired man spoke, narrowing his eyes.

"We paid half the value of the ship! But the other half will be for free!" The pirate spoke, and his other 20 companions shouted; "THAT'S IT!" While pointing their firearms at the company.