After returning from Baiscaiborg island, Ian resumed his normal life, and the following days were quite uneventful, with no further incidents.
Although the West Blue's black market still had a bounty on the Devil's Child, no one had ventured to the Sibia Village anymore.
The Grado Mafia Family's discovery of Robin was like an accident; someone had unexpectedly seen Robin's face, and surprisingly, in this world where everyone is face-blind, he wasn't.
What a genius!
To be honest, after hearing Victor's words, Ian had even considered meeting that guy!
Alas, after he relayed the information to Victor, Victor buried him at sea to prevent the secret from leaking.
After that, the Grado Mafia Family searched the nearby sea area until a merchant ship arrived on Baiscaiborg Island. After hearing what had happened in the Sibia Village from that merchant ship, Victor finally discovered Robin.
It was such a surprise.
Even at the time, Ian suspected a certain admiral was behind the incident, never believing it was merely an accident.
When he returned home, he didn't tell Robin what had happened. He simply explained that the mafia was looking for him, and then, after he subdued them, everything was good.
Robin breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing him safely back.
But it seemed that because of the accident, although Robin didn't show it, Ian could still sense her inner worry as they went to bed and woke up together every day.
Every night, Robin seemed extremely nervous, hugging him tightly, and seemed to cherish this peaceful life, living each day with great intensity.
If Ian hadn't guessed something, he would have suspected Robin was trying to have a child.
So, after some thought, to distract himself... He handed over the arrangements for the Grado Mafia Family to Robin, keeping her a little busy.
But he also understood one thing: Robin seemed to have regained her memory. Although he didn't know when Robin recovered, or why she didn't leave after she recovered, and didn't say anything, Robin still called him dear every day.
Every day was still the same: he got up late to exercise, and then went home with his wife.
Ian had also found a new way to exercise: splitting mountains.
Yes, after returning, feeling that his training had reached a new limit, he began splitting mountains every day.
Facing the sun, he seemed to have endless energy, splitting the mountain nonstop, starting with a crack, and the crack continued to open under his strikes, as if he was carving a path through the mountain.
He planned to imitate a certain marine wearing a dog hat and try to split the eight mountains first.
The Sibia Village had nothing but mountains.
Back at the Marine branch, he had once thought of hammering ships for training, but after nearly making poor Captain Enchi hang from the ship's bow in pain, he had to give up.
There was no other way; the Marine Branch had few ships!
They simply can't afford such waste. As for the junked ships... Where would the Branch get them? If they want to replace them, they have to apply to higher-ups, review them, and obtain approval before they can acquire a new warship. The old ones will then be recycled by headquarters.
Marine Warships can't just be circulated!
This morning, Ian picked up his one-handed axe, planning to continue his training in the back mountain. He expected to split that mountain completely today.
As soon as he opened the door and was greeted by the rising sun, the fatigue of the entire night was instantly swept away.
However, before he could even step out…
"Wait a minute, dear."
Robin's voice came from behind him. Ian turned doubtfully, looking at Robin, wrapped in an apron, but before he could ask…
"I'm sorry, but you might not be able to train today."
Robin smiled playfully and said: "Don't forget what Village Chief Martin said last night."
As soon as she finished speaking, Ian remembered.
Thanks to the villagers' concerted efforts, the winery has been completed. They've also procured the necessary machinery through the Grado Mafia Family.
All of it arrived yesterday. As a result, Village Chief Martin, who has been incredibly excited since the beginning, can no longer contain his excitement.
Yesterday, when he was picking up Robin, he even cornered him on purpose to discuss the opening date.
Yes, today!
Not only Village Chief Martin, but even the villagers of the Sibia Village can't help themselves.
Everyone is extremely excited, unable to wait even a moment.
And as the investor and chairman, he, too, was dragged by Village Chief Martin... To attend the opening ceremony.
"Actually, I don't have to go."
Ian said while rubbing his forehead with a slight headache. "Honestly, I didn't do anything from the beginning. This winery is the same with or without me."
"But you're the investor in the winery. If it weren't for you, the Sibia Village wouldn't have built this winery and dock."
Seeing Ian's distress, Robin couldn't help but chuckle. "It's getting late, and everyone's waiting for you! Hurry up and change!"
"Change clothes? What I'm wearing isn't good enough?"
"Village Chief Martin specifically said you had to change into something formal."
Robin tugged on Ian's arm while showing a teasing expression. "I have to change, too, dear. Don't you really want to change?"
"Change! Let's change together!"
Ian, who had been complaining a little, suddenly shuddered at Robin's words and said seriously: "We have to give Village Chief Martin some respect! Let's go, let's change together. We need to change."
"What clothes? How many sets do you have?"
"... I've already prepared the clothes."
After some fussing, Ian had changed into a brand new suit. It made him look even more robust. Only…
"Why is it a little tight?"
Robin said, her left hand supporting her right, her right hand resting on her chin while looking around Ian.
She tilted her head and said: "Honey, have you gotten more muscular again?"
"I think so!"
Ian nodded while looking at himself in the mirror. "When did you buy this suit?"
"I had Gini custom-made it."
Robin blinked, then extended her hand. "Well then, shall we go?"
After saying that, Ian looked at Robin, who had also changed into the western-style skirt he had bought for her. He took Robin's hand with a smile on his face and said: "Let's go!"
...
Today was an important day for the Sibia River Archipelago, and as a result, the entire Sibia Village became bustling with activity.
Village Chief Martin, who had been preparing since early morning, had been busy without a break until now, yet he remained full of energy, constantly directing the on-site arrangements.
At that moment, a villager shouted: "Village Chief Martin, is it like this?"
"That should be the case. That guy, Gini, said that factory opening ceremonies in big cities are all like this, and they even invite reporters. We can't have reporters here, so let's keep it simple for now! We'll invite them next time!"
Hearing someone calling him, Village Chief Martin glanced around, nodded with satisfaction, then looked at the villagers across from him and said seriously: "And please call me by my title today... Executive Village Chief!"
"... Okay, Executive Village Chief Martin!"
"You little brat, if you embarrass me later, I'll spank you!"
Village Chief Martin roared at the villagers, who rolled their eyes. Then, turning back, he looked around anxiously, his brow furrowed. "Why hasn't Ian come yet? Did he go to the back hills to train again?"
But as he finished speaking, as if noticing something, the anxiety on his face suddenly relaxed.
He hurried towards a handsome, muscular man holding his wife's hand. "You two are finally here!"
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