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One Piece: Я владею громом и
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Юноша с Земли случайно оказался в королевстве пиратов, где он
участвовал в битвах и рисковал среди бурных морей.
В этом мире не существовало ни легендарной системы, ни
несравненной магии — только громовой плод, дарованная ему сила.
В ту эпоху Четыре Императора все еще плавали на одном корабле, а
неуловимому One Piece еще предстояло утвердить свое господство
над морями.
Морским пехотинцем командовали два чрезвычайно
могущественных адмирала.
Теперь я, Альберт Николас, клянусь вписать свое имя в анналы
истории, распространив его повсюду по бескрайним просторам этого
мира!
Примечание автора [Дайте мне свои камни силы, и я дам вам главы.
Кстати, я оставлю этот LN бесплатным, так что не беспокойтесь]
Я перевожу этот замечательный LN.
Оригинальное название этой серии:
海贼之掌控雷电,
пожалуйста, поддержите оригинального автора
Общая аудитория
Approaching war
And almost as soon as Nicholas left, these members of the Tri-Gem Navy
hurriedly left Chuju Island with their leader and the quasi, who had just
been taught a lesson by Nicholas, who had just begun to form the
prototype of his martial arts.
After all, for them, the Tri-Gem Navy, without its main forces, had no
reason to stay on the island any longer. As for whether the Flower
Country would send another navy after receiving the news, it was not
their concern.
After returning to the tavern, Nicholas went straight to his room and did
not come out.
And he specifically reminded Carter and others not to disturb him unless
it was necessary, apart from delivering food, until the eruption of the
Wine God.
It was almost half a day later when there was a knock on the door.
Nicholas withdrew the lightning around his body, got up, opened the
door, and brought the food left at the door into the room.
After a while, Nicholas finished his meal and took out a Den Den Mushi
to make a call.
"Bulu bulu ~ bulu bulu ~"
To Nicholas's surprise, when the Den Den Mushi was connected, the
gradually changing face was not Stussy's but that of a creature with a
particularly foolish look.
Just as Nicholas was puzzled, there was a sound of a walking falcon in
the Den Den Mushi, and then the face of the Den Den Mushi changed to
feature Stussy's face.
"What's up, Nicholas?" Stussy asked casually.
"Nothing much; things here probably won't be finished for a few days.
Contact Sister Shakky and ask her to get our reward from the captain.
She can give it to me later. Also, how is the search for a place to stay
going?" Nicholas replied.
Upon hearing Nicholas's words, there was silence at the other end of the
Den Den Mushi for a long time before Stussy's voice came with a hint of
helplessness: "Nicholas, are you really going to leave us in the East Sea
and go to the New World alone? You should understand, with my
abilities, even if..."
Before Stussy could finish, Nicholas interrupted her.
"I know your abilities, but this matter is complicated. Many forces will be
involved; even those bastards within the Rox internal have different
ideas. And if it's just me, I can guarantee I can get out alive, but if you
guys come along, I may not be able to handle it."
Upon hearing Nicholas's words, Stussy was stunned for a moment.
And Vista and Simon beside the Den Den Mushi also fell silent. What
Nicholas said was indeed true. They had witnessed the battles between
those captains. Those battles could be said to have been earth-shattering.
But in the upcoming battle, these strong men might all fall, let alone
them.
"I understand. I'll contact Sister Shakky as soon as possible," Stussy said.
After that, the two exchanged some simple matters and ended the call.
Nicholas then dialed another number, and after a short while, he heard
screams of pain and muffled sounds of impact coming from the Den Den
Mushi.
Listening to the sounds coming from the Den Den Mushi, Nicholas
wondered if he should not have made this call. But looking at the sun still
hanging in the sky outside, Nicholas could only say in one sentence that
the King of the Sea is indeed extraordinary. This guy really plows the
land like no other.
It was clear that the kidneys of the world of pirates are really impressive.
"Hey, little Nicholas, what's up?" On the other end of Den Den Mushi,
Rox's voice came.
"Captain, I'm currently on Chuju Island and won't be able to return to the
New World for a short time. Please arrange for Sister Shakky to hold onto
our agreed reward," Nicholas said.
"Sure, no problem. Also, Nicholas, you'd better solve the matter at hand
quickly, or you'll miss the world-shaking performance that's about to
begin," Rox said.
Upon hearing Rox's words, Nicholas was speechless.
This guy is really looking for trouble, and there's such a world-shaking
stage. He couldn't help but say, He's not like those privileged ones. He
just wants to be a small figure. After all, he's still young, and he hasn't
truly reached the peak of his strength yet. It's too early to make a big
deal. He's not like those relationship holders like Luffy. Making a big deal
will only make people think about him.
"No problem, I won't bother you," Nicholas said, hanging up the phone.
He then began to explore the Navy's Rokushiki.
It can be said that Rokushiki develops the body deeply, allowing ordinary
people to have the physique of monsters.
In the world of pirates, there are those who easily destroy the world
through training bodies and haki to the pinnacle, but there are also
people who have natural-born strength, like Fishman Arlong, who was
once proud of the fact that Fishman was born stronger than humans but
completely lacked in the development of the body.
What Nicholas really envied was the rejuvenation after Rokushiki.
Rokushiki can be said to be used as long as the body meets the
requirements and the basic principles are mastered. But rejuvination
requires talent.
Learning to rejuvinate is not easy. Nicholas doesn't think he can learn it
in one or two days. He's even been prepared for a long time, because
being able to become larger, longer, and thicker is really cool.
...
A week later.
In the early morning, Nicholas sat at the bar, sipping wine and looking
down at the latest newspaper he had just received from the news gull.
It can be said that the newspaper is one of the few ways to obtain
information by paying a small amount of money on the vast sea.
Of course, these reports are not considered top-secret, but it is already
very good to be able to receive the latest news in a timely manner on the
vast sea.
Therefore, Nicholas has also developed a good habit of reading
newspapers.
Basically, the recent reports are all about the New World. After all, now
the World Government, the Marines, and the Rox Pirates have all
signaled that they are about to start a comprehensive war.
Apart from that, the Supernovas, who used to attract attention every
year, have become passersby. Either because they joined the Rox Pirates,
were caught by the Marines, or were killed in battles with other pirates,
they could only make it to the newspaper when they joined the Rox
Pirates, were caught by the Marines, or were killed in battles with other
pirates. There is no attention given to them at other times.
Unknown man
Just as Nicholas continued reading the newspaper, suddenly there was a
violent shaking beneath his feet. After the shaking subsided, the people in
the bar were first stunned, then all rushed outside, and the same scene
was happening in the internal of other forces around.
"Nicholas, it's time to set off!" Kallet appeared beside Nicholas and said.
Without lifting his head, Nicholas finished reading the newspaper, folded
it and placed it on the bar, and then stood up, staring at the source of the
tremor. "I say, old man, don't be in such a hurry. The real decision-
makers of those fine wines have always been the strong ones."
Kallet didn't respond to him, just took a deep puff of his cigar, stared
directly at Nicholas, and said slowly, "You're still young, you know how
many ships have set sail just now? For some forces, human lives are
never precious. As long as they can get the Wine God, human lives,
hehe."
Hearing this, Nicholas also reacted. Although the strong are respected in
the world of pirates, the lives of ordinary people are like ants. For them,
exchanging a life of ants for wine that can enhance their strength, those
major forces definitely don't mind.
"Let's go, our vanguard and departure are ready."
After saying that, Kallet threw his cloak and walked straight outside the
bar.
And Nicholas picked up the unfinished wine, took a sip, and followed
suit.
When they boarded the ship to the Lawless Zone, Nicholas realized that
the outskirts of Oakworm city had become a fierce battlefield, with
smoke everywhere, and ships burning and sinking into the sea from time
to time because of the bodies floating in the sea and the smell of blood
that had attracted a large number of sharks.
"Wow, it's started? How come no one is attacking us?"
Looking at the ship sailing out of the melee area, Nicholas asked
curiously.
"Hehe, those guys are not that stupid. Although they're eliminating
competitors, they're still clear about who they can and cannot mess with,
just like vultures following behind a fierce beast. Those guys will fight for
scraps, but they won't have the courage to snatch food from the fierce
beast's mouth. And you, you're like a monster. Before reaching Wine god
island, no one will easily push you to the opposite side." Kallet exhaled
smoke.
With Kallet's words, Nicholas could see that the World Government, the
Navy, and some major forces' fleets were sailing out from the middle.
Boom!
With a loud noise, Nicholas could clearly see a huge fountain appearing
on the distant sea.
"It's really spectacular."
Looking at the huge fountain in the distance, Nicholas couldn't help but
comment.
"Haha, there will be even more spectacular scenes later."
Looking at the gradually calming fountain in the distance, Kallet said
with a smile.
Shortly after, Nicholas learned what Kallet meant by spectacular scenes.
Only to see countless water columns continuously gushing out from the
island like a champagne bottle and flowing directly into the sea along the
terrain. Even more, the sea began to churn violently, and then giant sea
kings emerged from the sea, swallowing the wine on the sea surface.
"These sea kings are also here for Wine God?"
"Of course not. The Wine God that only those winemakers know how to
find, these sea kings are just attracted by the fine wine. Moreover, for us
humans, the Wine God that can improve our physique is not worth
mentioning in the eyes of these sea 'monsters'. It's far less than these
abundant fine wines."
After half an hour, the gathered sea kings began to leave, and with their
departure, the scent of wine in the air became faint.
Kallet took out a pair of metal fingerless gloves from his pocket, put them
on his hand, and said in a deep voice, "Next, it's the real fight."
Whoosh!
As Kallet's words fell, a strong wind blew, lifting the hems of the two
men's clothes.
Bang!!
Almost instantly, the figures of Nicholas and Kallet disappeared from the
deck, and then between the sea and sky, a huge wave erupted, and for a
while, the strong from all sides collided with each other, causing a series
of shockwaves, stirring up the surrounding sea.
Clang!!!
Nicholas turned himself into a blur, heading straight for the Celestial
Dragon's ship, after all, others might be casual, but he really disliked
Celestial Dragons. Just as he was about to land on the Celestial Dragon's
ship, his Observation Haki suddenly warned him, then a black blade
appeared in front of him, colliding with Nicholas's Armament Haki-
covered fist, making a crisp sound.
Crack...
Nicholas punched forward, withstanding the opponent's blade, making a
scraping sound.
"You're quite unfamiliar."
Nicholas said in surprise. Although there were many strong people and
monsters in the New World, they had not yet become widespread.
Especially the swordsmen, Nicholas didn't dare to say he recognized them
all, but at least he would have an impression. But the person in front of
him was completely unfamiliar.
"Nicholas, user of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit ability, now captain of the
seventh division of the Rocks Pirates. Your strength is not weak either."
With the fall of his words, the swordsman, who had been holding the
sword with both hands, turned into holding it with one hand. His right
hand clenched his fist, and Armament Haki quickly covered his entire
right hand. Then his arm turned into a blur, and dense attacks rained
down like raindrops towards Nicholas.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
Nicholas was directly knocked out by this series of attacks. Then, in the
air, he adjusted his posture and stepped on the Moon Walk repeatedly.
"Oh? Why don't you use your Devil Fruit ability? You guys shouldn't rely
too much on Devil Fruit abilities, right?"
The swordsman, now holding his sword, sheathed it, and then leaned
slightly forward, preparing for a sword draw.
"Your identity is not a slave of the Celestial Dragons, right?"
Nicholas didn't answer, but asked instead.
"No comment."
Seeing the other's expression, Nicholas could confirm that the person in
front of him was not a lackey sent by the Celestial Dragons. Even from
the performance of the other people on this ship, this guy had real power,
but Nicholas was not sure about his identity yet.
"Since you are a user of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit ability, then try my
move!"
"Thunder Slice!"
With a swift slash, a swift strike swept towards Nicholas.
Hiss! Hiss!
Even the air seemed to be cut under this one strike.
"So sharp, it's exaggerated."
Nicholas, whose body had separated from his waist, couldn't help but
comment.
"Natural elements are really tricky, but my attacks are not just that."
As the swordsman sheathed his sword, the slash that had passed through
Nicholas suddenly burst out with a large number of sword qi, engulfing
Nicholas.
Clang!
Nicholas's long sword rolled down from the air and plunged into the
deck. But Nicholas's figure had disappeared.
Different Types Of Celestial
Dragons
The unnamed swordsman looked at the disappeared Nicholas, and the
sword stuck in the deck. He couldn't help scratching his head: "Logia
types, especially those proficient in observation Haki, are really
troublesome."
As the unnamed swordsman's voice fell, a flash of lightning suddenly
appeared around the sword stuck in the deck. Then a hand emerged from
the lightning, gripping the hilt of the sword, and shortly after, Nicholas'
figure reappeared.
"You're quite a terrifying guy. I almost flipped the boat," Nicholas said
with lingering fear. If it weren't for his expertise in observation Haki and
the breakthrough he had recently made in his rehabilitation training, he
might have suffered a big loss.
"Strong? brother, you overestimate me. I'm actually quite weak," the
swordsman said.
Nicholas stretched out his sword and waved it towards the front. "Let me
show you this move, Thunder Treasury!"
Boom!
Behind Nicholas, a large group of thunder suddenly appeared. Then,
these thunders quickly transformed, eventually forming various weapons
such as thunder swords, spears, and axes.
As Nicholas manipulated them, these thunder-armored weapons swiftly
shot towards the unnamed swordsman, instantly blocking off the space
he could evade.
Accompanying these thunder-armored attacks was Nicholas himself,
wielding a sword.
Seeing this scene, the unnamed swordsman's pupils contracted.
Regardless of Nicholas's sudden use of Thunder Treasury or his explosive
speed, they were too fast.
Even behind Nicholas' sprint, there were a dozen or so thunder-formed
weapons suspended in the air, ready to counteract his next move at any
time.
Thunder Treasury was an ability Nicholas developed by exploiting the
Goro Goro no Mi, which was inspired by certain techniques from a
popular anime in his past life.
However, compared to the lengthy pre-attack skills of techniques like
Kirin or Chidori, Thunder Treasury could be instantaneously launched
and could respond quickly in both ranged and melee combat during
battle.
As for the prototype of this move, it was a certain Mesopotamian king's
treasure claimed to be the oldest.
Nicholas didn't have the king's treasure, but he had thunder. Moreover, as
a user of the Goro Goro no Mi, he was practically the emissary of thunder
in the world, plus the power and penetration of thunder itself. So
Nicholas developed this move.
At this point, the unnamed swordsman was trapped by Nicholas's space
blockade. Surprisingly, he did not panic. Instead, a fierce smile appeared
on his face, the excitement of encountering a worthy opponent evident.
Along with the thunderous roar, his body began to exude blood, and a
blood-red mist quickly enveloped him. Even through the blood-red mist,
Nicholas vaguely saw a sea of corpses, with the man standing on the
mountain of corpses in his fantasy.
For a swordsman, once they become a great swordsman, their own
swordsmanship will be revealed in battles, just like how the attacks of
Flower Sword Vista carry falling petals or how Roronoa Zoro's attacks
embody Asura.
This kind of swordsmanship not only enhances attacks but also, to a
certain extent, psychologically pressures the opponent.
Of course, facing an opponent of the same level, even the slightest
advantage in attack will likely lead to a reversal in the battle.
And facing the opponent's swordsmanship, Nicholas did not flinch, his
whole being exuding a sharper aura.
For swordsmen, besides relying on swordsmanship in duels, momentum
is also crucial. Once the advantage is gained in the battle, it's possible to
continuously press down on the opponent. Even if the opponent's
strength surpasses yours, they may still be defeated under this kind of
attack pressure. Of course, this situation often occurs with protagonists,
known as a sudden power-up.
As for the unnamed swordsman's swordsmanship, Nicholas couldn't help
but admire it. It was clear that this swordsman was very strong.
But for many subordinates who came with the ship, this scene directly
dumbfounded them.
"Are you kidding me? The sky and the sea were actually split open. Are
these people really humans?"
"Can humans be this strong?"
"I think the captain should be strong too. Hey, where's the captain?"
"I just saw that the captain seems to have been hit into the sea and hasn't
shown up for a long time."
"Damn it! Hurry up and dive to rescue him!"
...
"Indeed, he is the most outstanding newcomer of the Rocks's Pirate
Group."
On the Celestial dragon's ship, the unnamed swordsman propped up his
black sword with one hand. At this point, his previously tidy clothes had
become tattered, with numerous wounds bleeding on his body.
Obviously, during the previous confrontation, Nicholas' thunder weapons
caused him some minor losses.
"You're not lazy either, declaring your strength on the high seas,"
Nicholas said, putting away his long sword and staring into the other's
eyes seriously. "You should be a celestial dragon, right? Which family
among the 19 families?"
"Heh, you figured it out. But I'm no longer with those families," he said,
then picked up his long sword, intending to continue fighting Nicholas.
And Nicholas simply turned around and left without saying a word. He
had already confirmed the man's identity. He was a celestial dragon, and
combining with the information he had provided, it was not unexpected
that this man was likely directly under Imu's command.
…
"Troublesome indeed. Celestial dragons can dominate the top of the
world for 800 years. How could they all be idiots?
As for these genealogies, they can stand at the pinnacle of the sea by
leaving Mary Geoise in their youth, relying on backdoor channels. These
genes are indeed powerful.
Captain Rocks, I'll burn a couple more incenses for you on special
occasions in the future."
Back on the ship, Nicholas sighed as he looked around at the vast sea.
Fishman Island
After the battle, those who could reach Basque Island could be
considered major players in the pirate world.
The sommeliers from the Boozer's Club, relying on their tasting
experience, quickly found the location of the Wine God in a remote
valley.
Once the treasure was found, it was time for the division of benefits.
Soon, the large pool of Wine God was divided among them, and the
surrounding forces seemed to have an unspoken agreement, each giving a
third of their share to the swordsman who had fought with Nicholas
earlier.
Nicholas ignored these dirty transactions and opened a barrel, beginning
to drink directly.
Nature was indeed miraculous; at least this wine was no less impressive
than the top wines on the high seas, with a unique flavor due to special
fermentation methods.
After receiving his share of the reward, Nicholas bid farewell to Kallet.
He had many things to prepare for.
...
In an unknown village in the East Blue, Nicholas was playing with a
falcon that had already grown some feathers.
Vista continuously chopped wood in the yard, while Simon and Katie
were fighting with wooden sticks, more like chickens pecking at each
other.
Stussy lay on a lounge chair, flipping through medical books while
sunbathing.
"When are we leaving?" Stussy put down the book and asked Nicholas.
"The day after tomorrow. They've already started urging us. The Navy's
strategists and Sengoku's plans have caused heavy losses to the captain
and the others."
Now, almost all eyes in the world were focused on the New World to see
whether the World Government, which had been entrenched for over 800
years, or Rocks, the newly crowned ruler of the sea, could shake the
world order.
"How do you plan to go to the New World alone? The sea areas of the
New World are unpredictable; many places have climates that can
destroy fleets."
After hearing Stussy's words, Nicholas began to consider them seriously.
The first half of the Grand Line was fine; otherwise, it wouldn't be called
Paradise.
But in the New World, various environments could be deadly. Even one
of the Three Great Legends, the Golden Lion, fell victim to the
unpredictable environment of the New World.
Nicholas needed to find a reliable ship to navigate the New World;
otherwise, it would be difficult to move in the sea areas of the New
World.
"We'll go to Sabaody first, then to the Sea Forest to ask Kallet to help us
contact a ship to the New World. I was thinking of crossing the Red Soil
Continent directly, but I decided against it."
Nicholas spread his hands helplessly. He was afraid of ambushes.
Although the Thunder Fruit greatly increased his survival ability, who
knew if the World Government and the Navy would use some weird Devil
Fruit to target him?
After another two days of tenderness with Stussy, Nicholas secretly
arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago.
"Mr. Nicholas, according to the general procedure for arriving in the New
World, we need to find the underwater currents first and then ride these
downward currents to the seabed. However, our ship has its own power,
so we don't need to find those currents. We just need to follow the
coordinates to Fish-Man Island."
The captain in charge of the ship spoke and began to control the
direction of the ship.
Soon, Nicholas felt the light around him start to dim, and the
temperature began to drop. The beautiful scenery around them
disappeared, and everything became pitch black. It seemed they would
reach the seabed soon.
"Mr. Nicholas, next, we will enter the deep-sea currents from the surface
currents, and the ship may be a little bumpy."
As the captain spoke, the speed of the ship suddenly increased, and there
were slight bumps, like riding a car on uneven roads.
Nicholas looked around and found that he could only see about ten
meters around him with the ship's light. Except for some deep-sea fish,
there was nothing special; it was completely pitch black.
Bored, he sat at the bow of the ship and drank.
After about an hour, Nicholas saw a red light in the distance, followed by
a roaring sound. There were also many bubbles mixed in the chaotic sea
currents around the ship.
"Hey, is there a volcanic eruption ahead? Is it safe?" Nicholas asked.
Although he had been to the seabed, there had never been an underwater
volcanic eruption. The only trouble was the chaotic sea currents.
Now, it was obvious that there was an underwater volcanic eruption
ahead. Nicholas didn't want to inexplicably die in the deep sea. At this
depth, if the ship's membrane ruptured...
Even with the emergency escape device made from the sap of Yaruki
Crimson Trees, the chance of survival in the complex underwater
environment was not very high.
"Don't worry, Mr. Nicholas. This is just a small scene. We've seen much
larger underwater volcanic eruptions than this one. Just wait; we have
reached the volcanic area of the seabed, and it won't be long before we
reach Fish-Man Island."
The captain steered the ship to avoid the chaotic sea currents, reassuring
Nicholas as he spoke.
Indeed, not long after, Nicholas saw lights ahead, but they were different
from the lights of the underwater volcanoes; they were sunlight.
After passing the final stretch, Nicholas saw massive, luminous roots
ahead. Suspended within these roots was an island with two layers of
huge bubbles wrapped around it, quietly floating there.
This spectacular sight was awe-inspiring, no matter how many times you
saw it.
"Mr. Nicholas, Fish-Man Island is ahead."
Soon, the ship approached Fish-Man Island.
As Nicholas's ship approached the area of Fish-Man Island, the soldiers
stationed at the connection corridor to Fish-Man Island noticed them.
"Identify yourselves from the outside ships and prepare for inspection!"
After Nicholas's ship approached the entrance to Fish-Man Island, some
Mermen riding sea creatures immediately intercepted the ship.
"I am Nicholas of the Rocks Pirates, passing through Fish-Man Island to
the New World and not staying long on Fish-Man Island."
When the Mermen in the connecting corridor and the Mermen blocking
the way heard Nicholas's words, they were a bit dumbfounded.
After all, as one of the gateways to the New World, Fish-Man Island had
timely information about the New World, and they were well aware of
what the Rocks Pirates had done in the New World.
Would they let Nicholas, this notorious villain, enter or not?
If they let him in, this vicious human would be an unpredictable bomb
for the entire Fish-Man Island after arriving.
But if they didn't let him in, once the other party retaliated, it would be
catastrophic for Fish-Man Island.
"Hurry up and inform His Royal Highness. Just say that Nicholas of the
Rocks Pirates has arrived at Fish-Man Island."
The soldiers in the connection corridor were in a panic, and Nicholas
didn't urge them. He just sat at the bow of the ship, drinking by himself.
"Hohoho..."
With a unique laughter, a Merman over ten meters tall, much larger than
ordinary Mermen, appeared at the entrance to Fish-Man Island.
With thick, fluffy orange hair and beard, arms with flame-like tattoos,
and dense body hair, the Merman held a finely carved trident and came
directly to Nicholas.
"Fish-Man Island has indeed welcomed a big shot. Let him pass!"
After speaking, he waved the trident in his hand, indicating to the
Mermen to open the connecting corridor.
"Mr. Neptune, if we let him in, will it be okay?"
A man whispered beside Neptune.
"Didn't you hear what I said? Let him pass!"
"Yes!"
With Neptune's order, the passage to Fish-Man Island was opened, and
Nicholas successfully arrived at Fish-Man Island.
Neptune
After passing through the entrance of Fish-Man Island, Nicholas's ship,
led by the Dragon Palace Guards, easily reached the vicinity of Fish-Man
Island.
As they entered the waters near Fish-Man Island, Nicholas and his party
slowly sailed towards the island.
"Mr. Nicholas, can you tell us why you're heading to the New World this
time?" Neptune asked cautiously on the deck.
Although Fish-Man Island served as the gateway to the New World and
had knowledge of events unfolding there, as the prince of the Ryugu
Kingdom and the future king of Fish-Man Island, Neptune needed more
detailed information to ensure the island's stability during the upcoming
turmoil.
Facing Neptune's inquiry, Nicholas tossed his bottle of wine to Neptune.
As Neptune looked puzzled, Nicholas replied, "This is a rare vintage, fifty-
year-old Wine God. Very precious. As for why I'm going to the New
World, it's to participate in the war."
"Indeed, are the Rocks Pirates planning to engage in a full-scale war with
the World Government?" Neptune's face turned grave.
Although Fish-Man Island might not directly participate in the upcoming
war, the aftermath of the conflict could pose a significant threat to the
island. If the New World erupted into war, failed pirates would likely
attempt to retreat back to the Grand Line, and many of them might pass
through Fish-Man Island. These failed pirates, even in defeat, remained a
considerable threat to Fish-Man Island, especially considering the high
price of merfolk in the human world, tempting many to take risks during
the chaos.
As Neptune contemplated how to handle the impending chaos, Nicholas's
ship landed on Fish-Man Island.
"It truly is an incredible creation."
Observing the massive island before him, Nicholas marveled at the
wonders of the pirate world's nature. Fish-Man Island boasted a
population of nearly five million. How such a large island formed under
the depths of 10,000 meters of sea remained a mystery.
Moreover, the appearance of Fish-Man Island, with its artificial sky of
white clouds and the two circles of bubbles enveloping the island, did not
resemble a natural formation.
"Indeed, it's an incredible creation. Legend has it that Fish-Man Island
was built by a certain generation's mermaid princess and her
companions, serving as the last paradise left for the merfolk."
With Nicholas's gift and some information received, Neptune explained.
Building a friendly relationship with powerful figures like Nicholas was
crucial for Fish-Man Island.
Meanwhile, in the Fish-Man District, some people received news.
"What? Nicholas of the Rocks Pirates has come to Fish-Man Island."
"Allowing such a dangerous person into Fish-Man Island! Is Neptune out
of his mind?"
Upon hearing that Neptune had let Nicholas into Fish-Man Island, Vander
Decken VIII grew furious.
"What should we do, Boss Decken?"
Spoken by an octopus fishman wearing a jacket and carrying six knives
on his back.
"What can we do? Are we going to confront that guy? He's a demon who
once destroyed a large island."
"Are we even a match for him?"
Hearing his subordinate's words, Vander Decken VIII became increasingly
annoyed.
"Just keep an eye on him. Report to me immediately if anything
happens."
After his subordinates left, Vander Decken VIII entered a secluded room
where seven portraits hung on the wall.
He looked at each one before coming to the seventh portrait, touching it
gently as he muttered, "Old man, what is the power you spoke of that
could rule the world? Our family has been waiting for so many years.
Great-grandfather, grandfather, and you all hung on the wall. I might end
up there and never see the power our ancestors spoke of."
Then, staring at the portrait of Vander Decken I, his eyes filled with
hostility. "Old man, couldn't you have been clearer about something?
Instead, you had to be a cryptic old fish!"
After venting, Vander Decken VIII left the room, leaving the seven
portraits to continue their silent vigil.
"Mr. Nicholas, how do you find the food on Fish-Man Island?" Neptune
asked with a smile.
At his enthusiastic invitation, Nicholas visited the Dragon Palace for a
brief visit.
Nicholas picked up a piece of seaweed quiche and made a face as he
tasted it, finding it akin to eating century eggs. But soon, a delicious
flavor burst onto his tongue.
"Not bad," Nicholas said.
After seeing Nicholas engrossed in eating, Neptune was at a loss for
words, as he had intended to establish closer ties with Nicholas.
However, Nicholas's focused attention on food left him unsure of how to
proceed.
But soon, Nicholas's inquiry broke the silence.
"By the way, do you have a small, sharp-nosed, thresher shark mermaid
girl named Charley?"
"Huh? Well..."
Neptune was taken aback by Nicholas's question, as he didn't expect him
to be looking for someone, let alone a mermaid girl. Thinking of certain
peculiar nobles among humans, Neptune's gaze toward Nicholas changed.
Nicholas, perceptive as ever, seemed to understand Neptune's thoughts.
"Stop those dirty thoughts in your mind. I'm no beast. Even if I were
looking, it'd be for a big-breasted mermaid sister, or a beautiful mermaid,
like a certain fiery and compassionate speaker on Fish-Man Island,
perhaps."
Upon hearing Nicholas's words, especially the mention of the fiery and
compassionate speaker, Neptune panicked. If he could defeat Nicholas, he
would surely let him know that the trident's three prongs weren't just for
picking seaweed.
To dispel Nicholas's dangerous thoughts, Neptune sent people to inquire.
However, the result was that there was no thresher shark mermaid
named Charley.
"Well, Mr. Nicholas, if you can't find the person you're looking for on
Fish-Man Island..."
Nicholas didn't care. The disadvantage of arriving early was that one
wouldn't even know where they were yet.
But that was alright. As long as he survived for long enough, everything
would come in due time.
Godfather
While Neptune was dining with Nicholas, a guard from the Ryugu Palace
hurriedly entered. Originally intending to report directly to Neptune, the
guard hesitated upon seeing Nicholas there.
"What's happening?" Neptune asked, his brow furrowed.
"The Nalo Pirates have breached the border defenses of the
Communication Corridor, and the losses are severe! Captain Nalo, one of
this year's Supernovas, with a bounty of 150 million, along with twelve
crew members, is a small but powerful elite pirate crew!"
The guard from the Ryugu Palace spoke anxiously. For them, dealing
with a pirate crew with such a high bounty would certainly come at a
great cost. Every time a high-bounty pirate crew attacked Fish-Man
Island, it was a crisis.
"What are the details?"
"Besides Captain Nalo, Vice Captain Blood Hand has a bounty of 110
million, and three other combatants have bounties exceeding 50 million!
The total bounty for the pirate crew is approximately 500 million!"
Upon hearing this, Neptune's expression became grave. It seemed like it
would be a fierce battle.
"As compensation for the meal you invited me to, I'll take care of them
later," Nicholas casually remarked. Unbeknownst to him, his strength had
skyrocketed. These so-called Supernova pirate crews were no longer on
the same level as him. His opponents were the monsters at the very top
of the world!
On the Nalo pirate ship in the Communication Corridor:
"These fish-men and merfolk are really weak," a crew member said with a
light laugh.
"Heh heh, the disdainful look from that fish-man earlier was pathetic. He
boasted all day about fish-men being dozens of times stronger than
humans, only to be punched to death."
Nalo listened to his comrade's words and chuckled. "The New World is
getting more chaotic. This time, let's return to the West Sea to avoid
trouble. We'll capture more merfolk later. Besides selling them at a high
price, our days in the West Sea won't be so lonely. I've heard about the
beauty of mermaids for a long time."
The other crew members smiled knowingly. These pirates were quite
confident. As pirates who had seen the world in the New World, they had
considerable confidence.
It's understandable. In the original work, when Luffy and other
Supernova pirate crews arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago, they
considered challenging the Four Emperors once they entered the New
World, and even believed that reaching the summit was only a matter of
time.
Until they encountered a certain creepy old man who gave them a harsh
lesson.
The Nalo pirate crew, having stayed in the New World, had the same
understanding of the first half of the Grand Line and even the Four Seas
as other pirates in the New World—that it was paradise.
"The guards from Fish-Man Island seem to have received some kind of
message; they've surrounded us but haven't shown any intention of
attacking," a navigator on Nalo's ship suddenly said.
Hearing this, Nalo, who had originally planned to return to his
hometown to avoid trouble, felt a bit uneasy. He had a vague sense of
foreboding.
"Thanks for the meal," Nicholas said as he stood up. His belly was bulging
comically, and Neptune was dumbfounded. He knew that Nicholas had
just consumed almost a mountain of food.
However, his astonishment turned into shock as he saw Nicholas casually
pat his abdomen with both hands. In an instant, Nicholas's entire
abdomen twisted strangely a few times, then returned to normal in the
astonished eyes of Neptune and the others.
Rejuvenation!
This ability to quickly digest food and turn it into energy was extremely
helpful for Nicholas.
"After eating, let's get some exercise. Let me see where to go."
With that, Nicholas's Observation Haki instantly began expanding
outward.
"Found it..."
Red light flashed in Nicholas's eyes, and then he disappeared from the
hall.
As he watched the spot where Nicholas had been standing, now empty,
with only a faint voice remaining, Neptune's pupils suddenly shrank,
deepening his fear of those monsters at sea.
"Captain, there are people ahead!"
"It's Nicholas, that lunatic!"
The words of his subordinates caused Nalo's pupils to shrink, and he
immediately stepped forward to look at the figure appearing in front.
"Prepare for battle!"
Nalo roared, gripping the spear in his hand tightly.
In the blink of an eye, the relaxed atmosphere on the ship vanished. The
entire Nalo pirate crew drew their weapons, their faces solemn as they
looked ahead.
Just as the Nalo pirate crew prepared to face off:
Watching the approaching pirate ship, Nicholas raised his right hand and
clenched it into a fist.
Following closely, a smell of ozone filled the air as blue lightning faintly
emanated from Nicholas's fist.
"Hiss, hiss, hiss!"
A piercing sound rang out. Then, Nalo widened his eyes as he saw a huge
ball of lightning, similar in size to their pirate ship, descending straight
toward them.
"Oh crap!"
"Boom!"
Thunder roared, and the sound of impact resounded. In the eyes of the
Fish-Man Island guards, the huge spherical lightning directly enveloped
the entire pirate ship. Lightning bolts and shockwaves swept in all
directions.
As the last trace of lightning disappeared, the appearance of the entire
pirate ship reappeared before everyone's eyes. The ship looked ravaged,
with broken masts, shattered decks, and fractured hulls.
"You lunatic!"
Nalo, kneeling on the ground, looked around at the dilapidated pirate
ship and the bodies of his comrades lying on the ground, some with their
skin torn apart, some burning like charcoal. His gaze was fierce and full
of madness.
With just one move from a distance, he knew that the lunatic blocking
him and the others was incredibly powerful, far beyond his own!
This time, even if he risked his life, the possibility of escaping was slim!
Enduring the pain of his torn flesh and skin, Nalo slowly stood up,
looking at Nicholas, who appeared at the bow of the ship, and asked,
suppressing his anger, "Nicholas, have we offended you!?"
"No."
Nicholas replied indifferently.
"Then why..."
"To destroy you, what's about it? After being at sea for so long, don't you
understand this principle? If you have a big fist as a pirate, you're right. If
you can't accept it, become an adventurer. If you become a pirate, you
must have the resolve to be a pirate."
Faced with Nicholas's indifferent words, Nalo roared, and at that
moment, he erupted with his strongest fighting power, rushing towards
Nicholas.
With each step he took, the deck shook, and wood chips flew.
"Useless struggle, White Lightning!"
As Nicholas raised his finger, a bolt of lightning shot out, piercing Nalo's
forehead.
"Bang!"
As his forehead was hit, Nalo took two more steps forward before
gradually slowing down. Eventually, both knees gave out, and he
collapsed on the deck, his head tilting back as if wanting to see the color
of the sky one more time.
"Lord Nicholas."
After the battle ended, a mermaid approached with a tone of fear.
Although they had received a message from the Ryugu Palace that
Nicholas was an ally, everything that happened still filled them with
dread.
"You guys clean up here. I'm leaving first."
After saying that, Nicholas disappeared in a flash of lightning.
With Nicholas's intervention, Neptune noticeably became friendlier and
even helped supply Nicholas with provisions.
After quickly resupplying, Nicholas planned to leave. As he departed,
Neptune personally saw him off.
"Neptune, if you ever have a daughter, let me be her godfather."
With that, the ship carrying Nicholas set sail directly for the New World.
Neptune, on the other hand, stood there in confusion. He was still single,
so where would a daughter come from???
Chaotic New World
Leaving Fishman Island, after sailing upward for a while, Nicholas
noticed that there were suddenly white currents appearing beside the
ship.
These currents were spinning rapidly, resembling white serpents rolling
in the sea.
"Lord Nicholas, it seems our luck is quite bad," the captain remarked,
observing the several massive currents surrounding them. Encountering
these currents, known as the White Dragon, underwater was largely a
matter of luck, with very little room for maneuvering.
"Indeed, luck seems to be against us. Encountering the 'White Dragon'... If
caught in it, the lucky might be swept to the surface, but the less
fortunate could be pulled back to the depths, ending in shipwrecks and
fatalities. The New World truly isn't a cheerful place," Nicholas sighed,
observing the raging currents.
Then, to the astonishment of the crew waiting for their fate, Nicholas
leaped onto the ship's mast.
"Although I haven't tried it, isn't the arduous training endured for years to
become a Ultimate Warrior the best proof at this moment?" Nicholas
declared, wielding his long blade and preparing to strike.
"Ocean Slash!"
With a tremendous slash, the once-raging White Dragon seemed to be
severed as if by a single blow, leaving a massive gap.
"What are you waiting for? Accelerate the ascent! The root cause of the
White Dragon hasn't been severed, and it will soon reconnect." Nicholas
urged the stunned crew, who hastened to activate the ascent devices and
propel the ship upward.
After a long ascent, Nicholas finally glimpsed the light above, realizing
they were about to reach the surface.
Finally, with a thunderous sound, the ship burst through the surface of
the sea.
As the ship's hull was exposed to the air, the protective coating also burst
open, giving Nicholas a sense of the unfamiliar atmosphere of the second
half of the Grand Line—the New World.
Glancing at the serene sky of the New World, Nicholas remarked, "Well,
luck seems to be on our side. It's a good day for sailing."
But as soon as he finished speaking, a "plink" sound came from the deck.
Turning stiffly to look, Nicholas saw a small silver stone dropping onto
the deck not far from him.
Seeing the color of the stone, Nicholas had an ominous feeling.
"This is Ignition Stone. Everyone, be on high alert! Prepare for protection
and fire suppression, and furl the sails!" The ship's captain exclaimed,
visibly shocked.
The sky was soon covered with dark clouds, and large chunks of burning
stones began to rain down, causing explosions upon contact with the sea.
Within moments, the sea boiled as the burning stones heated it to its
boiling point, emitting a rumbling sound.
Witnessing the chaos left behind, the crew quickly sailed away from the
dangerous area.
As they sailed in the calm waters, Nicholas was handed the latest
newspaper by a crew member.
As he perused the paper, Nicholas noted the world's major events and
conflicts, including uprisings and wars. However, a seemingly
inconspicuous report caught his attention: the appearance of an unknown
race suspected at the Rox Pirates' base.
Accompanying the report was a picture of a masked figure, over six
meters tall, spotted at Hachinosu, with giant wings and flames burning at
the back of his head.
Black Flag
Even the remnants of the Red Earth Continent are joining this war. The
situation is becoming increasingly complex.
Nicholas, lost in thought on the deck, suddenly sensed a ship approaching
nearby.
In the New World, danger levels are on a different scale compared to the
first half of the Grand Line, so he remained vigilant with his Color of
Observation Haki activated.
Upon sensing the approaching ship, Nicholas opened his eyes and
appeared at the ship's railing, gazing toward the incoming vessel.
The lookout and the captain of their ship quickly noticed Nicholas's
actions. However, upon seeing the black flag flying on the approaching
ship, everyone relaxed, some even with a hint of anticipation.
This flag, not famous in the first half of the Grand Line, holds significance
in the New World. Whenever it appears, it signifies the possibility of
acquiring valuable goods.
The flag, black with golden motifs, bears the image of a treasure chest,
distinct from the most common pirate flags in the New World. It
represents a mysterious consortium known as the Black Flag.
No one knows the location of the consortium's headquarters or its origins.
Those familiar with the Black Flag understand that any ship flying its
banner carries rare and valuable treasures.
These ships accept payment in Berry or barter with rare ores, prized
swords, Devil Fruits, or even valuable slaves.
However, the defining characteristic of Black Flag vessels is their stash of
explosive rocks. Once detonated, these unstable explosives cause
catastrophic explosions, often destroying the ship and its valuable cargo,
along with any nearby would-be raiders.
Even if raiders manage to evade the self-destructive attack, they face the
consortium's relentless retaliation.
Despite lacking prominent figures, the Black Flag spares no expense in
hiring bounty hunters or issuing high bounties to seek revenge.
Because of their propensity for mutual destruction, the Black Flag holds a
reputation for being untouchable in the New World, maintaining a record
of never having lost a single item in over fifty years.
As a result, the consortium is renowned, attracting pirates, black
marketeers, nobles, and even governments for trade.
"Captain, they're signaling to inquire if we're open to trade," the flag
bearer announced loudly, gesturing with the telescope. The captain,
nominally in charge but ultimately deferent to Nicholas, looked to him
for guidance.
"Signal back that we agree to trade," Nicholas replied promptly, and the
flag bearer quickly relayed the message with semaphore flags.
Seeing Nicholas's response, the Black Flag vessel began to slow its
approach, steering toward them.
Nicholas's ship dropped anchor, awaiting the arrival of the Black Flag
vessel. He was intrigued by the prospect of trading with this consortium,
especially since it would mark their first transaction.
Soon, the two ships drew near, and a figure with a golden mask emerged
from the Black Flag vessel's cabin.
"Marhaba! What a fortunate day to encounter the renowned Nicholas
unexpectedly. It seems today holds promise indeed. Would you be
interested in a pleasant transaction with us, Mr. Nicholas?" The masked
figure was greeted warmly.
"Better come aboard my ship first. I don't want any misunderstandings
with your lot," Nicholas replied without hesitation.
"Marhaba! Of course, Mr. Nicholas," the masked figure responded,
stepping onto the plank to reach Nicholas's vessel.
"Mr. Nicholas, here's the inventory I've brought this time, along with the
goods our other members have. Please take a look and let me know if
anything catches your interest," the merchant said, producing a massive
catalog seemingly hidden within his cloak.
"Feel free to browse, Mr. Guest. If you find anything you like or have any
questions, I'd be happy to assist you," the merchant added, handing the
catalog to Nicholas.
Nicholas took the catalog and began perusing it, selecting items of
interest. Meanwhile, the ship's captain also discreetly observed, hoping to
find an opportunity to purchase a treasure and profit from it, though he
abandoned the idea upon seeing the prices listed in the catalog, realizing
he couldn't afford any of them.
In no time, Nicholas found the items he desired, including a set of
valuable medical books.
"Mr. Nicholas, you have excellent taste. These notes are from a kingdom
with advanced medical technology, left behind by a renowned physician.
They contain unique insights into bacteria, and some of the intricate
surgical techniques they describe are now lost," the merchant explained.
Nicholas simply nodded in acknowledgment.
"I'll take it," he stated, moving on to find another item he needed.
"I'll also take the 50-meter-long, 3-meter-thick Adam Wood. Can you
deliver it to Tom's workshop in the capital, Water 7?" Nicholas inquired.
The merchant took out a price list from his cloak and calculated it
carefully.
"Mr. Nicholas, considering the distance from the New World to Water 7
and the difficulty of transport, the delivery cost would be 10 million
Berry. Is that acceptable to you?" The merchant explained, adding, "And
if any issues arise during transport, we'll compensate you five times the
value of the goods."
Nicholas paused, surprised by the offer of compensation.
"Rest assured, Mr. Guest. We value our reputation," the merchant
reassured him.
Satisfied with the explanation, Nicholas agreed, deciding to have a
representative named Stussy handle the payment upon delivery of the
goods.
"Thank you for your generosity. Here's to hoping for better cooperation in
the future," the Black Flag merchant exclaimed warmly.
Just as Nicholas knew the Black Flag would deliver the goods, the
consortium knew they would receive payment, for no one had ever
defaulted on payments owed to the Black Flag.
Declaring War on the World
Half an hour later.
The merchants of the Black Flag Trading Company returned to their ship,
and it was apparent that during this half hour, Nicholas had reached
another secretive deal with one of the merchants.
Watching the Black Flag Trading Company ships gradually disappear into
the distance, Nicholas stood on the deck, lost in thought.
Meanwhile, the crew on the other ships, under the leadership of their
captains, began to set the direction and course, heading towards the
Hachinosu Sea.
Three days later, Nicholas successfully arrived in the Hachinosu Sea.
Originally expecting fierce battles with the Navy before entering this
area, it was surprisingly empty of any Navy presence.
As Nicholas appeared, the Rocks Pirates, who had received advance
notice, sent out crew members to greet him.
"You seem unfamiliar."
Looking at the young man with golden hair and cowboy attire in front of
him, Nicholas asked curiously. After all, the crew on Rocks's ship
followed an elite path, and he couldn't claim to know them all, at least
not by face.
"Captain Nicholas, I joined not long ago. Oh, by the way, the captain
instructed you to go straight to the central castle after landing. The other
captains have already arrived."
"Alright, got it."
Following the lead of the young man with golden sunglasses, Nicholas's
ship entered the harbor of Hachinosu.
Surveying the bustling harbor before him, the young man's lips curled
into a cold smile.
Seemingly noticing Nicholas's gaze, the young man explained, "These
guys all rushed here from various parts of the New World upon hearing
the captain's message. But they're just a bunch of small fries trying to
make a name for themselves in troubled waters. They probably don't
realize they're just cannon fodder."
As a crew member of the Rocks Pirates, even as a novice, there was
enough confidence to look down on these temporarily gathered
individuals.
Observing the demeanor of this individual, Nicholas was left speechless.
Laughing at others as cannon fodder while being just that oneself? Even
the vice captains under Rocks were likely seen as stepping stones to the
World King's throne in Rocks's eyes.
"Captain Nicholas, I can only take you this far. I don't have the authority
to go inside."
After bidding farewell, the young man with golden sunglasses turned and
left.
Nicholas proceeded towards the castle on foot.
Entering the castle, the revelry among the pirates abruptly ceased, and
they began to drink silently. After all, rumors about Nicholas's erratic
behavior had long circulated within the Rocks Pirates.
Sometimes he would turn a blind eye to what they did, but at other
times, inexplicably, it would invite a beating or even cost lives. While
their strength was considerable, facing Nicholas was almost like being
swept away by the autumn wind and fallen leaves.
Once Nicholas's figure disappeared into the depths of the castle, the
pirates regained their liveliness, but it didn't return to the previous state.
"Cough, this lunatic is still as frightening as ever."
"There is no choice; dealing with a lunatic is never easy. The other vice
captains may also have their quirks, but at least their temperaments are
somewhat predictable. But this damn guy can unexpectedly cost lives at
any moment."
One of the pirates took a sip of his drink directly from his hand.
Then, wiping his mouth with his sleeve, he said, "Last time, when the
bronze alchemist planned to do something to amuse himself on his own
ship, he didn't expect this lunatic to find out. Not only was the poor guy
electrocuted into charcoal, but he was also hanged at the harbor. And the
most important thing is, according to reliable intelligence, this guy once
destroyed a large island with nearly a million people!"
"That's about right. Those rumors about the observation, Haki, aren't just
talk. If you want to die, don't take us with you. Drink up, drink up. After
this war, who knows if there will be another chance to drink?"
Meanwhile, after Nicholas entered the castle, he realized he was the last
to arrive.
"Hey, Whitebeard, why is your head wrapped in bandages? And you, Old
Lion, why is your left hand hanging? Oh, is this Lin Lin? Sorry, I didn't
recognize you with your distinguished appearance. And Silver Axe, why
did you change your armor, and who's this big brother with wings? Is
that flame real?"
Listening to Nicholas's banter, the atmosphere in the room noticeably
grew more oppressive, with black lightning even flickering in the air.
Obviously, Nicholas's words seemed to hit a nerve with some people.
"Alright, Nicholas, take your seat."
Rocks spoke up directly, obviously not in a good mood at the moment.
Once seated, Nicholas sneakily glanced at Summer.
Summer whispered to Nicholas, "Whitebeard and Gold Lion were
ambushed by the World Government and two Navy Admirals,
respectively. As for Lin Lin, she was unlucky to be hit head-on (Bitch-
slapped) by Garp. If it weren't for Lin Lin's special constitution and Silver
Axe receiving the captain's order to support him, Lin Lin would probably
have been captured. As for the masked man with wings, he's from a rare
race, the Lunaria Tribe, considered an ally recruited by the captain."
While Summer was chatting with Nicholas, Rocks's voice lowered: "June,
report the losses."
"...Yes, Captain."
June replied softly, "In the past month of battles, we've annihilated five
thousand enemies and sunk thirty warships, including ten vice admirals
and twenty-five rear admirals. However, our losses amounted to two
thousand troops and twenty-three sunk ships."
With June's report, Nicholas could clearly feel the atmosphere in the
room becoming even more oppressive. After all, if the high-end combat
power of their side was bogged down by the enemy, the well-trained
Navy undoubtedly had the upper hand in such large-scale battles.
Without the strong individual strength on their side, the losses would
have been even more severe.
There was no mourning for the fallen pirates, as they were seen as
cannon fodder by the people in this room.
The problem lay in the fact that while their high-end combat power had
the advantage, it was not absolute. And the lack of coordination among
the lower-level combat forces in large-scale battles would undoubtedly
affect the balance of the outcome of this war.
"Hahaha!"
Upon June's report, Rocks burst into laughter. "Now, this is interesting!
This is what a world war looks like. What's the point if the enemy is
easily defeated?"
"Gulalalala, Captain, you truly have a big heart," Whitebeard said, raising
a giant bowl-like cup and drinking heartily.
Clearly, for Whitebeard at that moment, the prospect of battling against
the world's top fighters filled him with excitement.
"Kekahaha, Rocks, once we deal with the World Government and the
Marines, you're next!"
Upon hearing Shiki's words, figures like Silver Axe and Captain John
looked up in shock.
Rather than respond, Rocks scanned the room with a gaze, and with an
authoritative tone, he said:
"When I recruited you all, I told you my goal was to become the Pirate
King. If you have the guts, you're welcome to come and try to kill me and
become the new Pirate King!"
"But," he added, "be prepared to be killed!"
Bzzz!
A violent burst of Conqueror's Haki erupted, sending everything on
Rocks's table flying. Almost simultaneously, several other bursts of
Conqueror's Haki erupted, countering Rocks's.
"Cough, Captain. I know you all have Conqueror's Haki, but there's no
need to unleash it at the drop of a hat. It affects us weaker ones a lot,"
Nicholas said, causing all eyes in the room, including those of the Lunaria
tribe's ally, to fixate on him.
Under their gaze, Nicholas continued, "Captain, you gathered us to
declare war on the world, right? Let's not waste time on trivial matters."
Nicholas's implication was clear: let's get on with it; let's not waste time.
Declaration of war
"Indeed, what Nicholas said makes sense," Rocks said, standing up after
speaking, and he walked to the balcony of the castle. Upon seeing this,
Whitebeard and the others also stood up and positioned themselves on
either side of Rocks.
As Rocks appeared, along with each captain and officer, the revelry on
Hachinosu came to a halt. With the arrival of these influential figures,
they sensed that something significant was about to happen.
"Everyone! I know why you've gathered here, and you know my goal. So,
I declare that the war has officially begun!" Rocks's voice echoed,
plunging the entire island into a prolonged silence.
After Rocks's words, the assembled pirates took some time to recover
from the shock. They exchanged glances, seeing the astonishment in each
other's eyes.
They naturally understood the meaning behind Rocks's final words: from
this moment on, the pirate alliance led by the Rocks Pirates would launch
a full-scale war against the world government, the rulers of the world!
To these pirates gathered here, this grand war meant abundant
opportunities. With monsters like Rocks leading the charge, they could
reap benefits while the big shots were at the forefront. Even if the risk
was immense, being a pirate meant being prepared for anything. Every
plunder could bring riches and glory, while defeat could mean death or
the gallows.
"Captain Rocks!"
As the captain of one of the factions under the Rocks Pirates, the first
captain knelt down, his voice filled with excitement as he declared, "I,
Captain Harlotto, hereby swear to become your sharpest blade, to follow
you and conquer the world!"
Other pirates followed suit, kneeling and loudly proclaiming their loyalty
to Rocks, eager for any rewards or recognition he might bestow upon
them.
Nicholas, observing from the sidelines, watched the captains swear their
allegiance and the enthusiastic faces of the young pirates. He couldn't
help but smirk.
Then his gaze shifted to a figure in the distance, his eyes flashing with
amusement.
The individual with horns on his head and a somewhat ethereal gait...
Was he really the strongest creature in the future? Why did he look so
feeble?
Meanwhile, the events on Hachinosu weren't confined to the knowledge
of the pirates alone. Through the intelligence networks planted by
various factions...
Word of Rocks's formal declaration of war against the world government
quickly spread among the major powers, causing a stir worldwide.
The first to learn of this was the world government, which had been
closely monitoring the actions of the Rocks Pirates. Upon receiving the
news from their undercover agents, they immediately convened high-
level meetings and began war mobilization.
In the New World, on a snow-covered island...
As snowflakes danced in the air and the cold wind howled, a group of
people sat around a bonfire, enjoying a feast inside a wind-shielded cave.
Roger had his hands resting on Rayleigh's and Gaban's shoulders. After
listening to the reports from his subordinates below, he wiped the wine
from his lips and asked with interest, "So, that lunatic Rocks is really
going to wage a full-scale war against the world government?"
Below, the members of Roger's crew, unlike their captain, wore
expressions of worry. They could foresee chaos in the New World once
Rocks and the world government clashed openly.
"Yes, Captain," one of them replied. "According to our informants, after
Rocks declared war on the world government, all the captains under his
command and those who have joined him have begun to mobilize.
Meanwhile, the Marines and the world government have started urgent
reinforcements in the New World. The G1 Branch has already gathered a
large number of elite Marines from branches worldwide."
"It's a pity," Roger interjected. "If the Marines had continued to confront
Rocks in the New World, that would have been ideal."
"Yes, this war will spell the end of our good days, regardless of who
wins," Rayleigh added, his glasses reflecting a sharp gaze.
For the Roger Pirates, a standoff between Rocks and the Marines was the
most favorable situation. In a mutual threat scenario, neither side could
spare enough forces to deal with the Roger Pirates, which suited them
perfectly.
However, if one side emerged victorious, Rocks's temperament meant
that they would either submit or face death. While the world government
might not be as extreme, sending troublesome individuals could pose
problems for the Roger Pirates, who sought to explore the world.
As Roger and his crew discussed, most of the crew suddenly turned their
attention to the entrance of the cave.
Moments later, a tall figure emerged from the snowstorm and slowly
made his way into the cave.
Meanwhile, at Marine Headquarters, Marineford...
Behind a desk piled with documents, Admiral Kong placed down a newly
arrived report and rubbed his temples, saying with a headache, "These
lunatics are really out of their minds. Couldn't they just dominate and
rule in the New World? Why do they have to plunge the world into
chaos!?"
"Admiral, the CP department of the world government has repeatedly
urged us. They want detailed information on our battle plan to
coordinate their actions."
The Vice Admiral standing across the desk wore a wry smile.
"Tell those guys that our military plan is a top secret. Apart from the top
brass at Marine Headquarters, we will not disclose it to anyone. If the
world government's CP and combat departments need support, they
should provide their battle plans first. Also, inform them that if they want
to know our specific battle plan, let the Five Elders personally call me!"
"The bastards in the New World are troublesome enough; now the world
government wants to meddle too."
Thinking about the upcoming war, Kong felt his headache worsen. He
took a sip of hot tea to ease his discomfort before continuing, "Also, send
a report to the world government requesting a doubling of this year's
military budget. The sooner, the better."
Upon hearing Kong's orders, the Vice Admiral seemed a bit dazed. The
world government had recently allocated a quarterly military budget due
to the war, but now Kong wanted more.
"Why are you still standing there? Wars cost money. Recruiting soldiers,
stocking up on supplies, compensating fallen soldiers' families—all of it
costs money. Tell those guys that we need more funds; now go!"
"Yes, Admiral!"
Lockdown
On Fishman Island, inside the Ryugu Palace, the Left Minister, a fishman
with a top hat, a monocle over his left eye, and a bullhorn cane in his
right hand, was looking incredulously at the latest intelligence from the
New World.
Due to the location of the Ryugu Palace deep underwater, seagulls
couldn't reach there to deliver news, so they relied on fishmen to bring
the latest information to Fishman Island.
"I can't believe it; this is unbelievably incredible. What kind of...?"
As he perused the intelligence, he kept muttering to himself, leaving
Neptune somewhat puzzled by his behavior.
Neptune, now at the helm of the Ryugu Kingdom as the previous
Fishman King had aged, had begun delegating more authority to the Left
Minister. However, the Left Minister's judgment had been a cause for
concern for Neptune.
After all, after years of collaboration, Neptune had realized that the Left
Minister's decision-making ability was severely lacking, often suggesting
the worst possible course of action.
"What is it that you want to say? You keep muttering to yourself, and
who knows what you're trying to express?"
The right minister, a seahorse fishman with a sword at his side and a
crescent-bladed longsword in his right hand, looked at the left minister's
behavior with a furrowed brow.
Due to their contrasting personalities, the right minister and the left
minister often clashed.
"Oh, you rude fellow. Your Highness, according to intelligence, the Rocks
Pirates have officially declared war on the World Government. In the
ensuing conflict, the flames of war will spread throughout the New
World, and many pirates will likely try to escape back to the first half of
the Grand Line to avoid the disaster."
"So, I suggest that we open our gates and establish supply points near our
shores to provide supplies for these people. This way, they won't attack
Fishman Island."
Upon hearing the left minister's proposal, Neptune couldn't help but rub
his temples. This was a disastrously bad suggestion. Did they really
expect goodwill gestures to make these pirates benevolent?
Neptune could foresee that if they followed the Left Minister's advice and
opened Fishman Island to these people, the entire island would be in
grave danger. After all, beautiful mermaids were the most valuable
slaves, and even the denizens of Fishman District were high-quality
laborers.
"What are your thoughts, Right Minister?"
Neptune had given up hope of any meaningful guidance from the Left
Minister. Many of his suggestions, when flipped, turned out to be quite
good ideas.
After hesitating for a moment, the right minister replied, "I believe
Fishman Island's gates should absolutely remain closed to those people.
They've wreaked havoc in the New World, and letting them onto Fishman
Island would spell disaster. In my opinion, Fishman Island should
strengthen its defenses and possibly even enter a state of isolation.
Nobody should be allowed onto Fishman Island. By keeping the battle
outside our island, we can leverage our advantage in the deep sea with
our marine companions against these pirates who can't freely move
underwater."
"Indeed, that's the rationale."
Neptune sighed. If only Fishman Island had top-tier defenders, they
wouldn't need to bend over backward for various factions.
After hearing Neptune and the Right Minister agree, the Left Minister
couldn't help but speak up: "But once we shut them out, the danger
increases for those pirates who can't find rest or supplies near Fishman
Island and try to reach the Sabaody Archipelago. What if they seek
revenge?"
For Neptune, despite the Left Minister's poor judgment, his concern for
Fishman Island couldn't be feigned.
Putting down his teacup, Neptune addressed both ministers: "These
individuals are villains returning from the New World. Regardless of their
character or strength, they are quite troublesome. If we allowed them
onto Fishman Island, the destabilizing factors would be too numerous.
We've worked so hard for so many years to maintain balance among
various factions. Now, it's likely to be disrupted."
So Neptune assigned the task of Fishman Island's defense to the right
minister and declared Fishman Island closed effective immediately, with
the reopening time yet to be determined.
"Understood!"
The left minister sighed.
In a certain part of the New World, on the main ship of the Whitebeard
Pirates...
It was noon, and warm sunlight bathed the bow of the ship. On the deck,
a grand feast was underway to celebrate the recent victory in battle.
Barrels of fine wine were brought up from the hold, and the ship's cooks
were busy serving up delicious dishes. The wine was quickly consumed,
and the food was devoured. Everywhere you looked, the deck was filled
with joyous laughter and clinking beer mugs.
It was impossible to tell if there had been tension before the battle.
Whitebeard himself was on the deck, holding a large jug of alcohol and
drinking heartily. A beautiful nurse with leopard-print stockings was
carefully removing bullets embedded in his body.
"Gurururururu~"
As Whitebeard laughed heartily, the nurses rushed to attend to him.
"Gurururururu, these wounds mean nothing. If they get stuck deeper, you
just need to reach further with your tweezers."
Clearly, for a man who had weathered countless storms from setting sail
to the present, this bit of pain was nothing compared to the laughter he
shared with his crew.
"Just let us play the prelude to war."
Nicholas stood up beside Whitebeard, looking out at the wind-swept sea.
G1
When Nicholas and his crew arrived in the area where G1 Branch was
located, most of the enemy warships had already sailed out of the harbor
and formed a formation in the front sea area.
Looking at the countless warships and the vigilant navy personnel on
board, Nicholas couldn't help but feel deeply moved.
These navy soldiers, knowing that Whitebeard and his crew were coming,
still dared to sail out and form a formation, indicating their
determination.
Whether it was Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit or Nicholas's Thunder-
Thunder Fruit, they were both absolute kings of melee combat.
For instance, Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit had been completely
restrained during the Summit War.
Ace's capture and the intervention of several subordinate captains and
crew members who tried to rescue Ace couldn't make him use his full
power freely.
Even if Whitebeard had been more ruthless and disregarded Ace's life, he
could have single-handedly destroyed Marineford during the Summit
War, apart from top-tier Navy forces like Sengoku, Kizaru, and other top-
tier forces, and all the 100,000 elite Navy soldiers gathered at Marineford
would have perished.
But there were no ifs and buts. Warlord Garp, who was determined to
dominate the sea and uphold justice, had Whitebeard's character under
control.
Especially after knowing that Ace was Roger's son and Whitebeard's
recognized "son," Garp was confident that even if Whitebeard knew
Marineford was a trap, he would still come.
"All hands, attention! The top executives of the Rocks Pirates, Whitebeard
Edward Newgate and Albert Nicholas, have appeared!"
"Level one battle alert; all ships prepare for combat!"
As the piercing alarm sounded on the ships, personnel in various parts of
the Navy vessels began to quickly get busy.
"Gunners, get ready!"
"Communications with other ships are normal!"
"Wind speed at level three, southeast wind!"
"The power room is functioning normally!"
"Come on, Whitebeard Pirates!"
Seeing the immense whale-shaped pirate ship appear in the distance, all
the navy personnel were serious.
Although the enemy's ships were significantly fewer than their own, and
to some extent, the number of enemy ships was less than one-fiftieth of
their own, the two figures standing at the forefront of the whale-shaped
pirate flagship were like two mountains pressing on the hearts of all the
navy personnel.
Even as the two sides drew closer, many of the navy men holding guns
had begun to sweat, and the gunners' spirits were highly tense. They even
had beads of sweat rolling down their foreheads but dared not wipe
them, only tightly pursing their lips.
When they received the news that Whitebeard and Nicholas were going
to attack G1 Branch and ordered all ships to set sail, they knew that after
this war, they might never return, and their families might only receive a
letter, unable even to find their bodies.
But even in the face of fear, none of them would choose to retreat.
Because they knew they joined the Navy to protect their families and
those they grew up with—the kind neighbor girl, the uncle who carried
them on his shoulders when they were kids, or the village elder who
scolded them for swimming in the sea when they were little.
They all had something worth protecting, and for the sake of preserving
these beauties from destruction, even if they knew they might die, they
wouldn't retreat.
In addition to these navy men with their own beliefs, there was another
part of the Navy who, faced with the appearance of the pirate fleet,
showed no fear or nervousness at all.
In their eyes, there was only the burning flame of hatred.
To a large extent, the continuous influx of navy personnel owed not only
to the relatively good benefits but also to these plague-like pirates of the
sea.
Every time a village or town was plundered by pirates, it contributed
many reserve personnel to the Navy.
These people, who had either lost their loved ones or had their wives,
sisters, or daughters defiled, knew very well that they could not avenge
themselves with their own strength. The only way they could seek
revenge was by joining the Navy and using its power to eradicate the
pirates.
"Moby Dick has appeared."
"Thirty different pirate crews' ships have appeared behind it, currently
verifying their identities!"
"Everyone, be careful and prepare for battle."
"The enemy has stopped!"
"What!?"
Upon hearing this news, all the senior Navy officers were a bit
dumbfounded.
"What are these guys planning!?"
"Darn it, now we're on the defensive."
"No matter what the enemy plans, everyone, prepare for battle!"
As Vice-Admiral Zephyr, the highest-ranking officer at G1 Branch, saw
the Whitebeard and Nicholas pirate ships in the distance, his face turned
a bit ugly.
Because according to the battle deployment made earlier, he was
supposed to lead the Navy support battlefield assembled at G1 Branch,
which was now blocked by Whitebeard. They certainly couldn't leave
now.
War
After facing off for a day, a fierce pre-battle meeting was held in the
flagship's conference room, where Vice Admiral Zephyr was stationed.
"Vice Admiral Sengoku, Vice Admiral Garp, and Rear Admiral Tsuru are
urging us to hurry to the battlefield!"
"If we lack the elite forces of G1, our operational plan may fail!"
"We can't continue like this. It's obvious that the enemy wants to keep us
here!"
"But how do we break through!? If the enemy were just ordinary pirates,
even if their numbers were comparable to ours, we could make a stand.
But those guys on the other side are no small fry; they're Whitebeard and
Nicholas!"
"But, do we just stay here and wait to be overwhelmed!?"
"..."
It can be said that each Den Den Mushi carried a heated debate among
the top officers of the naval behemoths.
"That's enough!"
With Zephyr's voice, Den Den Mushi fell silent.
"Adjutant, contact Vice Admiral Sengoku and Rear Admiral Tsuru."
After Zephyr spoke, his adjutant immediately brought over Den Den
Mushi.
RingRingRing...
As the Den Den Mushi rang, the faces of the Den Den Mushi with
different characteristics on the table showed a hint of nervousness
because the next call would determine the fate of many.
"I'm Sengoku, Vice Admiral Zephyr; how much longer until you reach the
designated area? We've already made contact with the main forces of
Shiki's Flying Pirates and Charlotte Linlin's Big Mom Pirates.
Additionally, unexpectedly powerful enemies have appeared on another
battlefield. Right now, only you can support Vice Admiral Garp. You will
decide the course of this war, so please, we're counting on you!"
Upon hearing Sengoku's words, Zephyr fell silent for a moment before
replying, "Rest assured, we will definitely arrive at the designated area at
the scheduled time!"
With that, Zephyr ended the call.
"Did everyone hear that?"
Zephyr looked at the Den Den Mushi on the table and spoke.
"North Sea 2nd Branch, ready for battle!"
"West Sea 7th Branch, prepared for battle!"
"West Sea 1st Combined Fleet, ready for battle!"
"You guys, save your energy to support Vice Admiral Garp and the others.
We, the East Sea Fleet, will hold off the enemy!"
..."
At that moment, there was no fear in anyone, even though they knew
what they were up against.
The great pirates were Whitebeard Edward Newgate and Grand Pirate
Albert Nicholas.
"Alright, enough arguing! The East Sea Fleet will cover the other fleets'
retreat. Once the main forces have successfully withdrawn, you all can
escape!"
Zephyr, too, put an end to the debate with a decisive statement, outlining
the battle plan. Compared to the Western, Northern, and elite forces
rushing from the first half of the Grand Line, the fighting power of the
East Sea was undoubtedly weaker, so sacrificing the East Sea Fleet to
ensure the smooth departure of the other main fleets was a pragmatic
move.
"Understood, leave it to us!"
Upon hearing Zephyr's orders, the naval officers from the East Sea Fleet
affirmed their readiness.
"BOOM!"
The previously calm sea began to sway slightly, accompanied by
deafening, thunderous sounds. As the atmosphere darkened due to the
thickening clouds, scattered ship fragments and countless naval personnel
floated on the sea surface.
As the two sides closed in, a fierce battle ensued, with gunshots, clashes
of swords, and cries of combatants filling the air.
On the G5's deck, a pirate plunged his blade into the body of a marine.
The marine, with blood spraying from his mouth, grabbed the pirate's
hand tightly, preventing him from withdrawing the blade from his body.
Then, with a defiant look, he locked eyes with the pirate, holding him in
place as another marine thrust a blade into the pirate's heart.
Witnessing the scene, Whitebeard and Nicholas refrained from
intervening. The battle between the East Sea Fleet and the ruthless G5
marines had begun.
G5's Final Battle
"Boom, boom, boom."
The cannons on the G5 warships kept belching fire serpents, initiating
close-range bombardment against the approaching pirate fleet.
Although the cannons in the world of pirates lacked power and precision,
even in long-range attacks, only one or two cannonballs occasionally hit
their intended targets.
Most of the cannonballs landed on the sea surface or on either side of the
ships, igniting streaks of fire.
However, in a close-quarters battle like this, the firepower of the cannons
was terrifying.
With the cannons roaring, the previously advantageous pirates suffered
heavy casualties in an instant. Even some powerful pirates, caught off
guard, met their defeat.
"Brothers, charge! Kill all these pirates!"
"Ola-la-la, for revenge!"
"Let them see our power."
"Feel despair, pirates!"
"Eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth, blood debts must be repaid!"
The officers and soldiers on the G5 warships, both commanders and
regulars, began to rush onto the pirate ships and engage in hand-to-hand
combat.
"Our teammates have occupied the enemy's decks, reducing the frequency
of cannon fire, but do not stop the bombardment."
Although there were G5 marines on the pirate ships by now, the cannons
on the warships kept spewing out cannonballs.
The exploding cannonballs hit their targets, claiming not only the bodies
of pirates but also those of marines.
Unlike the scenes depicted in the anime, there were no tens of thousands
of people fighting with only one or two casualties and everyone else
unscathed.
The reality of warfare in the pirate world was that when marines clashed
with pirates, people fell continuously, blood stained the decks, and even
seeped into the cracks, dyeing the sea red.
This was the war in the pirate world—hell for the weak, playground for
the strong.
"What a pitiful bunch of people! Perhaps death is the only relief for
them."
The somber voice of Whitebeard resonated, causing Nicholas's lips to
twitch.
Indeed, the G5 marines were more like creatures driven by their hatred
for pirates than human beings. But for them, living was also living in
hell, with every day tormenting them with thoughts of longing and regret
for loved ones.
Sometimes, death was their only escape.
Just as Nicholas was about to say something, an unexpected incident
occurred on the battlefield.
"Boom!" Accompanied by a loud explosion, a small mushroom cloud rose
from the sea, engulfing three pirate ships and one G5 warship
simultaneously.
"These guys are truly insane."
Watching the rising mushroom cloud, Whitebeard narrowed his eyes.
He had already guessed that the marines on the G5 warship, facing
imminent annihilation by three pirate ships, chose to go down with the
ship.
"Mokarock, it seems like the World Government is really going all out."
...
"Chay, Lieutenant Chaykov!"
Many G5 marines looked tearfully in the direction of the explosion.
"You guys, this is not the time to mourn in battle! Buck up!"
With this shout, a man dressed in the uniform of a vice admiral, gripping
a long sword, intercepted a pirate captain's slashing attack. The cold
blade, even with Armament Haki covering his palm, was sliced open,
revealing white bones and crimson blood dripping onto the deck along
the pirate's blade.
"For these scoundrels, we must kill them all!"
Another voice resounded as the marine vice admiral grabbed the broken
blade, roaring fiercely. He then used Armament Haki to forcefully break
it.
"Bang!"
The sword, crafted by a renowned swordsmith, was snapped in two by
the marine vice admiral. Before the pirate could react, the vice admiral
thrust the broken blade into his body, followed by a powerful kick to the
pirate's abdomen, sending him flying into the sea.
Then, the marine vice admiral picked up the weapon that had fallen to
the ground, pointing it forward.
It seemed like he was roaring not only at the pirates in front of him but
also at Whitebeard and Nicholas, who were observing from afar.
"Marines! We are not cowards!!!"
At this moment, the battlefield echoed with a roar, intertwined with the
rumble of thunder. It was truly awe-inspiring.
Despite being prepared, the world of pirates relied on fists, not readiness.
Unnoticed, the reinforcements from the G5 branch who had arrived were
now dwindling.
The surviving marines on the G5 warship, or those who had already
perished but held important positions, began to double up on their
duties.
The speed of the warships increased dramatically.
Watching the Moby Dick ahead and the two figures standing on the deck,
all the surviving crew members of the G5 warship revealed madness in
their eyes, wide-eyed, gripping their long swords high, and shouting
loudly.
"For revenge!!!"
"Ya-ya-ya, old White, let's get out of here. Those lunatics must have
brought plenty of explosive rocks on their ship. If it explodes, we'll be
fine, but your carefully crafted ship will be done for."
Hearing Nicholas's words, Whitebeard's eyes narrowed. For him, this ship
was his home, and he would not allow anyone to harm his home.
Whitebeard clenched his right fist, bent his arm, and smashed it toward
the direction of the G5 warship.
"Boom!"
With a deafening roar, the sea where the G5 warship was located seemed
to be torn apart by an invisible force, causing the rapidly advancing ship
to fall into the crevice of the sea. Moments later, the sea closed up, and
the G5 warship that had launched a suicidal charge seemed to have never
existed.
Boom!
Another violent explosion erupted from the depths of the sea, so intense
that the massive explosion flames could even be seen through the sea
surface.
A tremendous shockwave surged up from the seabed, causing the sea to
swell like small mountains, followed by the bursting of the water mound,
and the sky seemed to unleash a heavy rain.
Overhead, the sky was covered with dark clouds, lightning flashing. As
the rain fell, the sky quickly soaked Whitebeard and Nicholas from head
to toe.
Watching the fragments of ships gradually being swallowed by the sea
and the G5 warship seemingly sailing towards the depths of the ocean,
Nicholas smiled and then turned to enter the cabin.
Across generations, this vast sea before them had witnessed everything,
remaining unchanged regardless of the replacement of the strong.
God valley
In a certain sea area of the New World, the alarm was sounding
continuously on the Marine Fleet, and all the people on board the entire
fleet were in action, hoisting sails, loading cannons, and quickly moving
things, all in a hurry.
The crews on several supply ships responsible for transporting supplies to
the periphery of the fleet were completely confused.
"Hey, what's happening? Is there an enemy attack?" they asked, grabbing
a passing Marine from the side.
"You guys are from the supply team, right? Get ready for shelter.
According to the intelligence, the enemy is about to enter our alert
range."
"Huh?"
Several members of the supply team were puzzled. With their fleet,
which included powerhouses like Hawk and Sengoku, what kind of
enemy could make them so nervous?
"The consecutive alarms indicate that the situation is serious," said the
Marine, wearing a uniform with the rank of warrant officer.
"According to the intelligence from the reconnaissance team, the Flying
Pirate Crew, led by Shiki and Charlotte Linlin, has appeared in the sea
area 20 miles away from us. Given the nature of the Flying Pirate Crew,
if we don't defeat them, we won't be able to support Garp's team.
Additionally, besides Shiki and others, we're facing the Lunaria Tribe's
chief and the Lunaria Tribe Battle Team."
Looking at the intelligence, Zan told Sengoku and Hawk.
"The Lunaria Tribe? Are they seeking revenge against the World
Government too?" Hawk, tall and slim, picked up the intelligence report.
"Yes, it's troublesome. Though the Lunaria Tribe has poor reproductive
abilities, their individual combat strength is terrifying, even approaching
that of a vice admiral. Plus, their Lunaria Tribe Battle Team, comparable
to elite vice admirals, makes it quite challenging."
"Yeah, it's true. The lack of anti-aircraft combat capabilities puts us at a
big disadvantage in this battle."
Zan's expression turned serious. Regardless of whether it was Shiki's
Flying Pirate Crew, Charlotte Linlin, or the Lunaria Tribe, they all had
excellent aerial combat abilities.
"Lunaria Tribe?"
Listening to Zan and Hawk's conversation, Sengoku looked confused. He
doubted if he was a fake vice admiral. Why didn't he know about these
things?
Although he was called Sengoku the buddha, it didn't mean he was
ignorant.
"It's normal that you don't know Sengoku. After all, this tribe is
considered confidential within the World Government," Zan explained,
then continued, "Also, it's confirmed now that the World Government has
reached an agreement with the giants of Elbaf. They won't help either
side and have chosen to remain neutral. However, the only problem is
whether the world government has the ability to deal with Rocks. If they
can't deal with Rocks, we can't win this war."
Zan said it seriously. In his view, the core of the entire Rocks Pirate Crew
was Rocks. As long as Rocks was dealt with, this internally divided pirate
crew would naturally dissolve on its own. If Rocks couldn't be dealt with,
everything would just talk. Moreover, the main issue was that, given the
current situation, it was very difficult for them to deal with Rocks' main
members, including Whitebeard, Shiki, Charlotte Linlin, and even
Nicholas, without paying a considerable price.
"Captain Hawk, Vice Admiral Zephyr has sent a message!"
Seeing the message sent by Admiral Zephyr, Hawk's mood also became
heavy. The East Sea Fleet was completely destroyed, and the G5 Branch's
main force was depleted. It could be said that the losses were severe. The
only good news was that Vice Admiral Zephyr's main force could support
Garp's team in time.
"Bzzzz"
"Here it comes!"
Turning around and feeling the imposing Haki released from three people
in front, Zan's glasses flashed with a cold light. Then, a surge of Haki, no
less inferior, directly rushed towards the three imposing Haki.
The collision of Haki directly caused changes in the celestial phenomena,
dark clouds covering the sky, and thunder flashing. Lightning bolts
constantly appeared between the two sides, forming a spider web of
destruction.
The battle was about to begin.
…
The New World, God valley!
Due to the Celestial Dragons, this island held a different status in this sea
area. At this moment, however, the island was engulfed in the flames of
war. Battles were happening everywhere on the island, with shouts and
killings echoing, as if the island could collapse and sink into the sea at
any moment.
Thunder and lightning flashed, the entire sky was dark, and the
surrounding sea roared, giving off a sense of oppression. People with
weak wills might even wet their pants before getting close.
The sky collapsed, thunderous roars echoed, and the sky above was filled
with oppressive dark clouds, with rolling thunderbolts occasionally
crashing down into the sea, creating a desolate atmosphere.
With a closer look, multiple battlefields were visible on the island at this
moment. Among them, the central part of the island, the location of the
God valley, had two figures leaving a trail of afterimages in the air. Each
collision was like two meteorites colliding, with shockwaves emanating
from the center, creating concentric circles of pressure. The dense, black-
red thunderbolts formed a spider web of destruction, destroying
everything.
If the battlefield were divided into three layers, this would undoubtedly
be the core battlefield. Outside were the battlefields of top-tier forces,
and the outermost layer was for the small fry.
Suddenly, a stream of light fell from the sky, and the surrounding ground
was shattered by the impact, with cracks spreading in all directions. A
deep, tens of meters-deep, giant basin formed.
When the dust settled, a figure appeared in the center of the huge basin.
At this point, his clothes were already tattered, revealing a muscular
body filled with explosive power. He wiped away the blood from his
forehead and looked at the figure lying at the edge of the basin.
"It's been a long time since I've met such strong fists."
Garp smiled and said, Although he was suppressed in the battle, such a
battle could make people's blood boil, right?
"You're not bad either. I would call you the strongest in armament haki
and martial arts! So, how about joining me in overthrowing this corrupt
world government and those disgusting celestial dragons?" Rocks stood at
the edge of the basin, looking at Garp in the center, extending a sincere
invitation.
"Forget it. Although I'm not happy with those guys from the World
Government, for ordinary people, even the worst order is better than no
order at all."
Garp vs rocks
"It's such a ridiculous reason!"
Upon hearing Garp's words, Rocks burst into laughter.
Accompanying the laughter was his supreme and terrifying will, which
even caused the dark clouds in the sky to churn, and the dense
thunderbolts in the sky were just an accompaniment to this man.
"Hahaha... Garp, do you really think that the order established by the
World Government, which privileges the Celestial Dragons, is better than
the order I can establish?"
Rocks revealed an aura of dominance, and his eyes, filled with tyranny,
overlooked Garp in the basin.
"What gives you such confidence? What makes you think that a pirate
like you can establish a better order than the World Government?"
Though Garp's words were heard, the basin, covered in dust, saw Garp's
figure rising into the air, looking at Rocks with a gaze full of seriousness,
his body surrounded by a mighty aura.
For him, while he disdained the Celestial Dragons and some actions of
the World Government, he couldn't deny that, at least with order, most
ordinary people could enjoy a peaceful life.
Often, people vote with their feet. If they had to choose between the
World Government and Rocks, most would choose the World
Government. After all, when faced with two bad apples, it's natural to
choose the less-rotten one.
"It seems to be a pity."
Rocks looked at Garp with some regret.
Then the two clashed again.
...
"Hehe, I didn't expect the World Government to hide such a big secret
here."
Wang Zhi, holding a huge, long sword, looked at the several CP0
members attacking him. His muscles, like rocks, hinted at the explosive
power within, though Wang Zhi looked particularly disheveled at the
moment, covered in wounds. Though none were fatal, blood flowed
continuously. If this continued, death was inevitable.
But leaving the battlefield in this situation was clearly impossible.
The CP0 members attacking Wang Zhi were not having an easy time
either. Wang Zhi's bleeding mouth and heaving chest indicated he wasn't
as easy to deal with as they had anticipated.
"Wang Zhi, you have nowhere to escape."
Spitting out some blood, the lead CP0 member gazed at Wang Zhi, his
expression grave.
"Escape? Why would I escape? As long as the captain deals with Garp
over there, shouldn't you be the ones thinking of escaping?"
Wang Zhi sneered at the CP0, demonstrating that, as government dogs,
they were indeed trying to disrupt his emotions.
"Although Garp is strong, and even in a one-on-one situation, I'm not his
match; he's facing the sea hegemon Rocks now! Defeat is only a matter of
time."
Wang Zhi shouted loudly, then made a sword swing, muscles all over his
body bulging.
"Then let's try it."
The CP0 members, wearing masks, felt the terrifying battle in the center
of the island and looked at Wang Zhi with slightly narrowed eyes, hinting
at apprehension.
If it weren't for today's team-up to besiege him, it would indeed be
difficult to defeat Wang Zhi one-on-one. But now it wasn't a one-on-one
fight; it was war.
A fierce wind swept through as Wang Zhi's sword slashed down at CP0,
creating a slash thousands of meters wide between heaven and earth,
splitting the ground and hills along the way, and finally disappearing into
the sky.
At the same moment, as the CP0 members avoided the first slash, they
instantly appeared around Wang Zhi. Their weapons or arms were
wrapped in black armament haki, forming the sharpest attacks aimed at
various vital points on Wang Zhi's body.
Facing CP0's attacks, Wang Zhi didn't choose to defend but instead lifted
his large sword.
For a swordsman, the best defense is offense. He was confident that,
while CP0 would severely injure him, he would also take their lives.
With Wang Zhi's movement, the CP0 members, who had planned to
attack, all disappeared.
The next second, they appeared tens of meters away from Wang Zhi.
Just as Rocks had confidence in Garp, these CP0 members were equally
confident. As a covert organization under the World Government, they
knew the extent of the World Government's resources.
Rocks was indeed powerful, but it wasn't enough to confront the World
Government.
Therefore, victory was only a matter of time, and their lives were more
important.
...
"Not bad for a man I recognize. This punch's power is truly terrifying."
Looking at the small mountain split by Garp's punch, Rocks approached
and responded with his own fist.
"Boom... Boom..."
With extreme speed, immense strength, and terrifying Haki, the two
moved like two prehistoric beasts battling it out, causing mountains to
collapse and the earth to cave in.
Garp's foot stomped down, and his right foot, covered in Armament Haki,
seemed like a divine axe striking down, unleashing unparalleled
destruction and obliterating everything in its path.
From the beginning, the battle between the two had been intense, with
each move aimed at taking the other's life.
"Boom... Boom..."
The howling wind gathered the dark clouds, and the sea outside the
perimeter of the island, which was already surging, also witnessed a
massive war.
With the arrival of Rocks's pirate group and their bold attack upon
reaching the Island of the Gods, the World Government, which had ruled
the world for hundreds of years, once again faced a challenger.
Total war
The Golden Lion Shiki, Charlotte Linlin, can be said to be coming
aggressively, directly blocking the path of Sengoku and others.
For Shiki, who possesses the Float-Float Fruit ability, the naval warships
on the open sea are like live targets, but fortunately, Sengoku had
anticipated this.
Upon receiving the news, he dispersed the fleet, trying to avoid being
affected by the enemy's area attacks as much as possible.
As the strategist, Tsuru, listened to the latest news coming from various
battlefields through the Den Den Mushi in her hand, her expression
remained unchanged.
In such an environment, even the demise of high-ranking military forces
would not be unexpected. Tsuru understood very well that in war,
sacrifices are inevitable and victory is paramount. Otherwise, sacrifices
would be in vain.
"Dorag! Stay quiet and do your job here!" Sensing the movement around
her, Tsuru continued to strategize on the huge map spread out on the
table without turning back.
"But, Aunt Tsuru..." A young man in a naval officer's uniform, with a
somewhat youthful face, looked at Tsuru's back, wanting to say
something.
"Dorag, remember that everyone has their place in the war. Your position
now is to help me summarize the latest information from various
battlefields. You must understand that although we are not engaging in
direct combat, our responsibilities are significant. Every decision we
make here may affect the course of the war, affecting the lives of
thousands of naval soldiers and their families."
Listening to Tsuru's words, Dorag looked up at the sky outside the
window. The clouds in the sky seemed to have been rubbed like cotton,
scattered and broken, and the clouds around the sea area were uneven,
with a tendency to gather. With his knowledge of navigation, Dorag
could tell that a heavy rain was imminent in this area.
"Blurp-blurp..."
At this moment, the Den Den Mushi rang.
"This is the Third Squadron. Edward Newgate and Albert Nicolas of the
Rocks Pirates have changed course! We..."
Before the message could be completed, a loud roar erupted from the
other end of Den Den Mushi. Then there was silence, and no more sound
came from Den Den Mushi. As Dorag reported the news to Tsuru, a
commotion erupted on the deck outside.
Dorag looked up and saw a massive floating ship with a lion head carved
on its bow flying rapidly towards the naval fleet.
Sengoku took the binoculars handed to him by his subordinate and
looked at the lion's head on the bow. Shiki was standing on it, wearing a
golden kimono, and his long hair fluttered in the wind. he was staring
fiercely at the fleet.
Seeing that the sword wasn't drawn from Shiki's waist, Sengoku calmly
returned the binoculars to his subordinate and then dialed Den Den
Mushi in his hand. The call was quickly answered.
"You can go ahead there!" Sengoku said it in a low voice and then hung
up the phone.
As an integral part of the plan, Sengoku and this naval fleet were actually
bait, and their target was to detain Shiki and Charlotte Linlin, the two
unstable factors in the Rocks Pirates.
In Sengoku's analysis, among the senior executives of the Rocks Pirates,
Silver Axe and Wang Zhi were absolutely loyal to Rocks, as they had
been with him since he set sail. However, Whitebeard's allegiance to
Rocks was not as strong, and the same applied to Nicolas.
So, although these two could influence the course of the battle, they
wouldn't act easily.
But Shiki was different. He was more like a madman, and with his Devil
Fruit ability, he couldn't be held back if he wanted to flee. Then there
was Charlotte Linlin, who could also be considered a highly unstable
factor. Once these two were involved in the battle in God Valley, it would
be quite tricky.
Soon, Shiki's flagship arrived over the naval fleet, floating at an
extremely low altitude. Shiki, with a cigar in his mouth, lowered his
head, while Sengoku, wearing glasses, raised his head. The two of them
exchanged a silent glance, and a cold smile suddenly appeared at the
corner of Shiki's mouth.
Then, the cannons roared.
After a salvo of neat cannon fire, the entire floating fleet was shaken, and
many unfortunate ships, directly facing the cannon fire, fell apart and fell
from the sky.
"Captain Shiki! Quickly raise the ships!" An anxious pirate ran up to Shiki
and suggested.
"Shut up!" Shiki shouted at the one who made the suggestion.
Instead of heeding his subordinate's advice, Shiki controlled the fleet's
descent.
"Get ready, everyone!" Shiki shouted loudly. Following his command, the
fleet, which had been floating in the air, descended rapidly, like
meteorites falling from the sky, crashing into the sea below.
"No, Captain Shiki!" The surrounding pirates turned pale. Initially, they
were untouchable in the air, but now, on the sea, the difference between
the two sides has been eliminated.
As the ship hulls made contact with the sea, the entire fleet shook, and a
large amount of seawater splashed up.
Before Sengoku could react, several sword lights suddenly flew out of the
splashing seawater, descending from above and covering his position.
Lion Slash!
As one of the top fighters on the open sea, Sengoku's combat awareness
was excellent. The moment the sword lights appeared, his position
emitted a dazzling golden light.
Within this dazzling golden light, a massive golden statue of Buddha,
with angry eyes, suddenly raised its right hand palm.
Zoan-type Human-Human Fruit: Mythical Beast Model—Buddha Form!
Transformed into a Buddha statue, Sengoku stood on the deck!
Hum!
The golden palm was massive, with clear patterns visible even hundreds
of meters apart, but its speed didn't match its size. It seemed as if it
wanted to destroy everything, slamming towards the sword lights!
With the palm strike of the Buddha statue, a visible and heart-pounding
shockwave erupted, causing the surrounding sea to surge, and the
incoming sword lights vanished into nothingness in the collision. The
remaining force of the shockwave continued to press towards Shiki's
position.
"Oh?" Faced with the incoming shockwave, Shiki's eyes lit up. Instead of
retreating, he made no plans to evade but rather crossed the Sword in his
hand and directly slashed forward!
Boom!
A dazzling sword aura burst forth instantly, colliding with the shockwave
and erupting into a brilliant light. It appeared to onlookers as if nothing
had happened.
However, the golden statue of Buddha and the figure with golden hair
flowing like an enraged lion standing there indicated that everything just
now was not an illusion.
"Hehehe, it seems like you're in trouble, Shiki. Now, let's see what I can
do," came a thunderous voice. Following the voice, a massive figure
leaped from the ship behind Shiki, with a huge dark cloud carrying her
and flames burning fiercely above her head. Both the dark cloud and the
flames had mouths and eyes, looking particularly eerie. In her right hand,
she held a strange, long knife with eyes and mouths as well.
"You're up against me, you bastard!" With a roar, Linlin, who had long
been prepared, took off her cloak and tore off her shirt, revealing her
strong and tense muscles. She crouched slightly, and the surface of his
body involuntarily revealed black-purple Armament Haki patterns, and
with "Life Return" activated, his whole being seemed like a demon.
Infiltration
"You... you're Zephyr? How come even you have appeared here? Didn't
you go to support Garp?. So you were the Zan Guy! "
Looking at Zephyr appearing next to the golden Buddha, Charlotte Linlin
was also surprised. Among the Marines, Sengoku, Zephyr, and Garp still
held the rank of vice admiral, but those familiar with them knew these
three were almost certain to become the next Fleet Admirals of the Navy
Headquarters.
Moreover, the most important thing was their strength at the moment,
which was indeed that of vice admiral-level combat power.
Although Charlotte Linlin was somewhat surprised that both Sengoku
and Zephyr appeared at the same time, she wasn't afraid. Compared to
the pressure from that monster she had been proud of, these two,
although formidable, didn't pose as much of a gap.
After all, among the top-tier individuals on the sea, except for some
monsters, there was almost no one who had a clear advantage over
others.
Zephyr's mindset, however, wasn't as relaxed as Charlotte Linlin's. For
these pirates, they rarely cared about the lives of their underlings, but
Zephyr couldn't ignore the casualties among these Marines. If it were
one-on-one, regardless of whether it was Golden Lion or Charlotte Linlin,
he was confident in going toe-to-toe with them. However, on the current
battlefield within the Navy fleet, he would inevitably be constrained, and
the others wouldn't have a good time.
After exchanging glances with Sengoku, who had transformed into a
giant Buddha, Zephyr directly used Moon Walk to charge towards
Charlotte Linlin in the air. For creatures at their level, even the aftermath
of their battles was something these warships couldn't withstand!
Just like back then, relying on the ship, Jack had managed to sink two
Navy ships despite the Navy having Vice Admiral Sengoku, the current
Fleet Admiral, Fuji Tora, and the Chief of Staff, Tsuru. (This shows how
much impact the clash of strong individuals can have on their
surroundings.)
"So you're the lapdog of the World Government? It's quite insulting to the
word 'strategist'."
As Zephyr and Charlotte Linlin's battle shifted further away, The lunarian
flapped his large wings and looked at Sengoku.
"You seem to be familiar with me. It seems you also know the dirty
history the World Government has with our tribe, right?" The lunarian
smiled, but there was more mockery in his tone.
"Lunarian, if you've decided to live on in hiding, why reappear now? You
should know what reaction the World Government will have if you do
this. Aren't you afraid of dragging your race into the abyss?" Sengoku
looked at the lunarian. He had heard about the plight of his race, but he
was helpless about it.
"Drag our race into the abyss? Do you know? The World Government
offers a bounty of one hundred million berries just for news about our
tribe. What a generous offer!"
"Really? Could it be that those guys always wearing masks are really the
race the World Government is offering a bounty for?"
Some pirates couldn't help but murmur upon hearing the news.
"Hey, what are you talking about?" A nearby pirate asked with a puzzled
look.
"Yeah, it's true. No wonder these guys never show their true faces! Just
one piece of news about them is worth a hundred million berries! If we
could capture one alive and deliver them to Mary Geoise, not only could
we get a huge reward, but we could even make a wish within the World
Government's capabilities!"
"Wow!!!"
Upon hearing this news, all the pirates were incredulous. One piece of
news was worth a hundred million berries. Remember, the value of a
single Devil Fruit on the sea is also around a hundred million.
For a moment, many pirates' eyes were fixed on those of the Lunaria
tribe. Although these guys were quite troublesome, pirates had the
numerical advantage.
As for these Lunaria tribe members being allies brought by Rocks, such
things were meant for betrayal, especially when they were 'rare beasts'
worth a hundred million berries just with news!
Seemingly sensing the malicious intentions, the lunarian looked at
Sengoku with a cold snort.
"Do you see now? There's no place for us to live peacefully on this sea
anymore. To everyone else, we are moving treasure chests!"
"Lunarian, if you leave now, I can pretend nothing happened. Otherwise,
don't blame me!" Sengoku said solemnly.
"Just you, who can barely protect yourself now? I'd like to see how you'll
get out of this predicament." The lunarian looked at Sengoku
indifferently. For him, even though he wouldn't be a match for Sengoku
in a one-on-one fight, he wasn't alone now. Beside him was golden lion!
Then, with an explosion of extreme speed, the lunarian rushed into the
Navy's fleet, wreaking havoc among the ships. Each of his attacks would
sever a warship.
There were attempts by the Navy to fight back, but for the lunarian,
those heavy cannons and bullets couldn't even touch the hem of his
garment.
In the midst of the hail of bullets, another warship was cut in half, and
with burning gunpowder and exploding ammunition depots, it slowly
sank to the bottom of the sea.
In the blink of an eye, these Marines had suffered heavy casualties.
"Hold steady! We can win!"
Many Marine soldiers on the ships, seeing the explosions and flames
engulfing the warships around them, sweated profusely. How could they
fight against such a fast opponent?
But when they saw figures leaping from the warships, many Marines
gradually calmed down. Such a formidable enemy naturally had their
leaders to deal with, and all they had to do was hold their positions.
"Haha, although you're strong, Zephyr, you're nowhere near as strong as
Garp's fists. But I'm curious; Garp should be just an ordinary human,
right? Why is he as strong as a monster!?"
As she held Napoleon with her arm, Charlotte Linlin asked.
And Zephyr, after exchanging blows with Charlotte Linlin and stepping
back, spat lightly and said, "Who knows? But I agree with one thing:
compared to you monsters, that guy is indeed human."
Thinking of his collaboration with Sengoku, which only just managed to
suppress Garp, Zephyr couldn't help but feel impressed. After all,
sometimes talent is just predetermined; just like when he first joined the
Navy, he, Garp, Sengoku, and Crane could be considered the most
outstanding among the same batch of Navy members.
But since Sengoku consumed the Human-Human Fruit, Mythical Type,
Buddha form, he had shifted towards the role of a commander, leaving
only him and Garp. He could feel that his strength had reached its peak,
but Garp seemed to have no limit and continued to grow stronger.
However, he wasn't jealous of this. After all, the stronger Garp became,
the stronger the forces of justice became.
Moreover, Garp was facing much tougher enemies than he was. His job
was to block the monster in front of him!
Seeing Charlotte Linlin rush towards him again with the power of Zeus,
Zephyr's blood surged, feeling that his condition was better than ever
before.
...
"Nicholas, is this the secret you were talking about?"
In front of a majestic building full of ancient aura, Whitebeard looked at
Nicholas and asked, while behind them lay a pile of corpses. The best
way to infiltrate is to eliminate all witnesses.
"Of course; otherwise, would the Celestial Dragons send so many people
to guard here? If it weren't for Captain Rocks attracting a lot of firepower
this time, we wouldn't have found this place so easily."
"Oh? Do you still think that Rocks is the captain?" Whitebeard asked
curiously.
"Of course, that guy, strong as a monster, isn't dead yet. Besides, calling
him the captain won't hurt anyone."
As Nicholas searched for the entrance, he said,.
"Ah ha! Found it!"
Soon, Nicholas found a hidden entrance and exclaimed joyfully.
Kaido's arrival
"Let me see, is this damn ID verification?"
Looking at the identity verification device in front of him, Nicholas burst
out cursing.
After all, the technological gap was too big. On one side, they were
slashing each other with knives, and on the other side, they couldn't even
get a proper identity verification card.
"And this entrance..."
Nicholas reached out to touch the gate, only to feel a sudden weakness
spreading through his body, as if all his strength had been drained away.
"Damn Sea Prism Stone, is this meant to counteract Devil Fruit abilities?"
"What place is this exactly?"
Meanwhile, Whitebeard, who had noticed the unusual Sea Prism Stone
gate, also asked in a deep voice. Sea Prism Stone was a precious material
even on the open sea, and using it to build such a defensive gate was
remarkable.
"Nicholas, step aside and let me handle this!"
Whitebeard exclaimed, then clasped his hands, muscles bulging as
armament Haki covered his arms, and with a mighty roar, he shattered
the Sea Prism Stone gate, revealing a metallic passage before them.
Nicholas pressed his hand against the wall of the metal passage in front
of them. He could feel that the walls of this passage were made of a
metal he had never seen before. Moreover, the passage was seamless, the
walls appearing as if they were one piece, leaving Nicholas to wonder if
the Celestial Dragons were even capable of creating such a structure.
Perhaps it was the work of a Devil Fruit user?
As they walked through the long passage, Nicholas and Whitebeard soon
arrived at its end, but what they saw there left them even more
astonished.
...
As Nicholas and his team discovered this hidden facility during the chaos
of the battle...
In the area where Golden Lion and others were engaged in combat,
amidst the clash between various forces...
"No war is a real war without me involved!" With a thunderous roar, a
figure leaped from the ship into the air, transforming into a Azure dragon
and soaring towards the navy fleet.
As the Azure dragon prepared to tear apart the ships before it, another
figure appeared before him.
"Dragon's Claw!"
With a tremendous collision, the Azure dragon's claw clashed with a claw
barely the size of a fingernail.
The clash seemed completely mismatched, yet at the moment of impact,
an endless brilliance erupted, rippling waves spreading through the air,
unleashing waves of energy that swept through the surroundings.
The sight left many onlookers on the battlefield astounded.
"Who is this navy guy?"
"With such terrifying strength, why isn't he famous?"
"Terrifying!"
…
"He's really ticked me off now!"
The Azure dragon adjusted its posture, suddenly exhaling scorching
breath towards the location of Dorag.
"Kaen Daiko!"
Facing the massive fire breath, Dorag swiftly dodged, utilizing Moon Step
to ascend, then performing a majestic dragon-like dance in the air,
dispersing the fiery breath and delivering a devastating punch to the
dragon's jaw.
"Moo!"
The Azure dragon roared in pain as it suddenly brought its massive head
crashing down, knocking Dorag down into the sea below.
" Vice Admiral Dorag!" exclaimed the surrounding marines at the sight, as
facing a legendary creature like the Azure dragon, ordinary people would
have no chance of resisting.
Fortunately, Dorag quickly emerged from the sea.
"You're quite strong!" Dorag said as he faced off against the dragon.
"Report your name!" The dragon, transforming into a towering figure
with horns, stood on the deck of a ship, glaring at Dorag, standing firm
across from him.
"Oh, there are so many little bugs here." With a mocking tone, the dragon
turned his attention to Dorag.
"They're not bugs; they're my comrades!" Dorag declared firmly, his gaze
as cold as ice.
Finally, Dorag leaped into action, and as the marines on the ship
prepared to join the fight, Dorag swiftly halted them.
"Everyone should immediately board lifeboats and head to the nearest
navy vessel. This is not a battlefield you can intervene in."
Understanding the severity of Dorag's expression, the marines, though
eager to assist Vice Admiral Dorag, prioritized following orders.
"I can finally go all out now!" With the departure of the marines, Dorag
approached the dragon, ready for a showdown.
"ora,ora,ora,ora,ora,ora,ora,ora!" Dorag's fists were enveloped in a layer
of armor haki as he unleashed a barrage of punches, each strike creating
deafening explosions in the air.
In response, the dragon, struggling to keep up with Dorag's relentless
assault, found himself gradually pushed back.
After exchanging blows for some time, Dorag had managed to frustrate
his opponent. Despite feeling superior in strength, the dragon found
himself unable to overcome Dorag, even after receiving a lecture from
him. Especially bewildering was Dorag's unique attack that differed from
the standard Armament Haki, leaving the dragon struggling to keep up.
Feeling increasingly frustrated, the dragon realized that, despite his
perceived advantage, he was unable to defeat Dorag. Even with the
enhanced physical strength granted by the Devil Fruit, he was struggling
to keep up.
Adrenaline Inducing fight
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[Authors note: Hey guys sorry for the lackluster action scenes in the
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"Hey,Kid? Where exactly are we?"
Whitebeard squinted at the sun floating in the sky, resembling a real sun
emitting heat and light.
"I have no freaking clue, but this place is definitely peculiar."
Nicholas observed the surrounding forest, the sun hanging in the sky, the
floating clouds, and felt the breeze rustling through the trees, filling his
mind with doubt.
It was hard to imagine such a facility being underground.
When Nicholas emerged from the tunnel, he attempted to violently attack
the walls but failed miserably. The materials used in this place were
unbelievably hard. Nicholas's full-force sword strike only left a mark, and
that mark slowly healed before his eyes.
However, after walking a distance, Nicholas and Whitebeard stopped
abruptly.
"Do you sense it, kid?" Whitebeard asked, looking at Nicholas.
Nicholas nodded. He had felt something was off since they entered. The
forest was eerily quiet, devoid of any living creatures, not even ants. It
seemed like only he and Whitebeard inhabited this forest.
"Do you want to turn back?" Whitebeard asked, knowing that this place
was eerie and that getting trapped here would be troublesome. It could
be tough to escape, especially if someone blocked their way.
"We've come this far; it would be a shame not to explore, and I believe
the answers we seek lie ahead," Nicholas replied, looking towards a
distant hill that appeared more like a massive complex of buildings.
...
The clash between Kaido and Dorag intensified, each blow resonating
with the force of a cataclysmic event. As Kaido surged forward, his
monstrous form seemed to merge with the very essence of the storm, his
movements fluid and unpredictable like the tempest itself. With a primal
snarl, he unleashed a barrage of lightning-fast strikes, each one
punctuated by the crack of thunder and the howl of the wind.
"Thunder bagua" Kaido in his half dragon form roared like a beast
Dorag, his senses honed to a razor's edge, met Kaido's onslaught head-on,
his muscles rippling with power as he deftly parried each incoming blow.
With every movement, he seemed to channel the fury of the elements, his
fists wreathed in crackling arcs of lightning that illuminated the
battlefield in a dazzling display of raw energy.
The air crackled with anticipation as the two warriors clashed, their
movements a blur of motion as they danced on the edge of oblivion. With
each exchange, the ground trembled beneath their feet, the very earth
groaning in protest at the sheer force of their conflict.
"Rising Dragon Flame Bagua"
Thick blood vessels pulsed visibly beneath Kaido's skin, throbbing with
adrenaline-fueled intensity.
"Boom!" The ground quaked as Kaido unleashed a devastating blow,
sending shockwaves rippling through the air. Raging flames, scorching
and fierce, took on the majestic form of a dragon, its fiery breath
devouring and consuming everything in its path with relentless fury.
Dorag staggered under the Scorching flames, his resolve tested to its
limits as he fought to maintain his footing amidst the chaos.
But he refused to yield, his determination burning bright like a beacon
amidst the raging inferno. With a defiant roar, he launched himself back
into the fray, his fists a blur as he unleashed a torrent of strikes against
his monstrous foe.
"Bang! Bang! Bang!"
The sound reverberated through the air as their fists collided once more,
the force of their clash sending sparks flying in all directions. Each blow
seemed to echo with the weight of history, the very fabric of reality
hanging in the balance with every strike.
As the battle raged on, time seemed to stand still, the world around them
fading into insignificance as they became locked in a primal struggle for
supremacy. Black Lightning danced across the bloody sky, illuminating
the battlefield in a dazzling display of raw power as Kaido and Dorag
fought with a fervor unmatched by any force in the world.
...
Meanwhile at God valley...
"Armament: Iron Fist!"
Garp's voice thundered across the battlefield, reverberating with the force
of a cannonade. With a primal roar, he unleashed a torrent of Haki-
coated fists, each strike a testament to his unrivaled strength, tearing
through the encroaching darkness cast by Rox like a tempest unleashed
upon the world.
As the shadows dispersed, a towering figure emerged, its presence
radiating an aura of malevolence and destruction. With lightning speed, a
colossal foot descended upon Garp, a harbinger of imminent devastation.
But Garp, the epitome of battle-hardened instinct, sensed the danger in
an instant. With the agility of a panther, he spun on his heel, his right
foot slashing through the air like a blade, a whirlwind of primal fury
aimed at his unseen assailant.
Beside him, darkness scattered like leaves in the wind, revealing Rox, his
stoic countenance belying the turmoil within. Garp's relentless onslaught
had caught Rox off-guard, his calculations faltering in the face of the
Admiral's unyielding resolve.
The clash between Garp and Rox escalated into a symphony of
destruction, each blow resonating with the fury of a thousand storms.
Crimson Lightning crackled across, illuminating the battlefield in a
dazzling display of primal Conqurer's haki.
With each passing moment, Garp's combat prowess surged to
unimaginable heights, defying all logic and reason. Rox's initial
assessment of Garp's strength had been grossly underestimated, his
calculations unable to keep pace with the vice Admiral's boundless
determination.
Garp's combat power had risen from a thousand at the start of the battle
to five thousand now, and it seemed he hadn't reached his limit yet.
Initially, Rox's highest evaluation of Garp's combat power was two
thousand. But this unexpected situation caught rox offguard.
Amidst the chaos and carnage, a sense of foreboding loomed over the
battlefield. The interference of the World Government lackeys only
served to fuel Rox's rage, his anger a tempest that threatened to consume
all in its path.
And as the clash of titans reached its zenith, the fate of nations hung in
the balance, their destinies intertwined in a dance of death and
destruction.
Underground secret area
Although very angry, relying on anger alone was not enough to make the
current Garp perish. Therefore, Rox wasted no time and once again
attacked Garp.
"Soul Devouring Prison!"
As Rox extended his hand in a virtual grip, darkness surged from under
Garp's feet, quickly engulfing him entirely.
" Meteor Fist"
Seeing the surrounding darkness, Garp took a deep breath. Then he
quickly clenched his fists and repeatedly struck the surrounding dark
prison.
"Boom!"
With a loud noise, the dark prison shattered under Garp's onslaught. Garp
instantly planted his feet on the ground, exerted force from his legs, and
his entire body shot forward like a meteor towards Rox.
While a cataclysmic battle unfolded on the surface, underground, it was
as if nothing had any impact.
After a period of trekking, Nicholas and Whitebeard arrived at the front
of the building complex. The size of the forest exceeded their
expectations.
Before them appeared what seemed like an entrance.
The walls of the building were covered in lush vines, giving them a green
hue.
As Nicholas and Whitebeard approached, they found a peculiar sight
behind the gate.
Inside the building, the architecture resembled that of the Celestial
Dragons on the surface.
"So, the Celestial Dragons built this? But what's the point of constructing
these things underground?" Whitebeard pondered.
"This place is not useless. If I'm not mistaken, we're about to uncover
some truths about this world very soon," Nicholas said, walking towards
the building's interior.
Inside, after traversing a long corridor, they came across a surprising
scene behind a large door.
Before them lies a vast experimental area!
Whitebeard looked at the high-tech products with bewilderment, as many
of them were unfamiliar to him.
However, Nicholas, having seen plenty of sci-fi works, quickly recognized
some familiar elements in the experimental area.
As they explored, Whitebeard and Nicholas encountered many strange
creatures and technologies, feeling the eerie atmosphere of the place.
Nicholas used his observation haki to sense unusual things, which left
him puzzled by the feedback he received.
As they advanced, they found themselves facing more bizarre creatures
and technologies, surpassing even Whitebeard's expectations.
Among them was a giant creature with fish-like characteristics, unlike
any known species in the world.
Seeing the strange creatures, Nicholas immediately thought of genetic
mutations, biological experiments, and life modifications.
As they explored further, they encountered even more surprising sights,
including a mini-elephant that perplexed Whitebeard.
The mini-elephant's size reversal was reminiscent of a movie Nicholas
had seen before, where animals' sizes were reversed on a mysterious
island.
"This must be an experimental facility. Let's continue exploring," Nicholas
suggested, intrigued by the discoveries.
Soon, they encountered even more unusual sights.
With the creatures they had encountered earlier as a reference, they
found these discoveries surprising but still somewhat acceptable.
However, what they saw next caused both of them to widen their eyes in
astonishment.
Mysterious AI
At this moment, the creatures appearing in front of Nicholas and
Whitebeard were not the strange ones they had encountered before, but
mythical creatures.
A thousand-meter-long azure dragon lay coiled there. Though devoid of
life, its wild aura still emanated a faint pressure, causing both Nicholas
and Whitebeard to be somewhat alert.
"A dragon?" Whitebeard frowned.
"Not just a dragon; there's more behind," Nicholas said, gesturing for
Whitebeard to look further. Behind the enormous dragon, a phoenix
engulfed in azure flames maintained its majestic pose, its wings spreading
as if ready to take flight.
Unlike the treatment of the previous creatures, the appearance of these
mythical creatures was akin to the difference between a simple abode
and a grand mansion.
Almost every mythical creature's space maintained a considerable
distance from others, as if they were poised to engage in battle.
"Kid, come take a look at this." Whitebeard stood before a towering
cultivation chamber, his expression grave as he addressed Nicholas.
As Nicholas approached to inspect, his expression turned peculiar. The
creatures inside the cultivation chamber were familiar to both him and
Whitebeard.
Whitebeard and Nicholas exchanged puzzled glances because the
creatures inside the cultivation chambers looked exactly like Kaido!!!
Most importantly, all the cultivation chambers behind them held
creatures identical to Kaido.
Just as Nicholas was about to say something, he suddenly felt a strange
sensation in his heart.
This made Nicholas's expression change.
Then, Nicholas felt a peculiar aura drawing him closer from a distance.
Nicholas looked in the direction of the aura and couldn't help but walk
towards it.
No matter what lay ahead, he had to see it. The things he had seen today
had already made a profound impact on him.
"Nicholas, what's wrong?"
Whitebeard, who was still studying the 'Kaido' brothers, saw Nicholas
suddenly walking towards the depths and asked in confusion.
"Follow me. I feel a strange presence ahead. We might find some
answers," Nicholas said, already walking far ahead, leaving Whitebeard
to catch up.
As they advanced, Nicholas felt the presence drawing closer.
Closer and closer.
Finally, in front of Nicholas appeared the owner of that presence. Upon
seeing it, Nicholas's first reaction was, Could such a thing exist in the
world of pirates?
What appeared in front of Nicholas was not a creature but a computer. At
this moment, the computer screen was constantly changing.
Then, what surprised Nicholas happened? The computer screen, after
continuous changes, formed an arrow.
Was it guiding him?
Although Nicholas was puzzled, he still followed the direction indicated
by the arrow on the computer screen.
Meanwhile, Whitebeard followed behind, clearly full of questions.
After following the arrow's direction for about ten minutes, Nicholas
arrived at a sealed wall.
As Nicholas stood there contemplating, a voice suddenly came from the
wall.
"Huh? Human, indeed human, and a genetically modified warrior? You
both are chosen warriors to be able to set foot in here. Interesting, haha."
Nicholas was startled by the sudden voice, and his demonic sword
appeared in his hand. Whitebeard also held his bisento, observing their
surroundings.
"Who's there?" Nicholas scanned the surroundings while releasing his
observation, Haki, but didn't sense anything unusual.
"If I hadn't shown myself, you wouldn't have found me. But seeing as
you're not like those disgusting guys, come in," the voice said, and the
surroundings suddenly changed.
Nicholas and Whitebeard found themselves in another space, facing a
holographic projection of a man in a suit who wasn't particularly serious
and even winked at Nicholas.
Nicholas's expression became even more bizarre. First, the advanced
biotechnology outside, and now, what was this thing appearing?
Perhaps sensing Nicholas's astonishment, the man in the suit smiled, then
snapped his fingers. The surroundings changed again, seemingly
appearing on a futuristic planet where stars twinkled in the sky, floating
cars roamed, and spacecraft took off and landed continuously.
"Hahaha, you humans really have limited knowledge. Oh, and you
probably haven't even stepped foot off your planet. "I'm Friday, and it
seems it's been a long time," the man said.
Whitebeard looked bewildered, while Nicholas's expression became
increasingly strange.
"Who are you?" Whitebeard pointed his bisento at the projection and
asked.
The holographic man, named Friday, disdainfully flicked the tip of
Whitebeard's bisento with his finger, wearing a contemptuous expression.
"I am the great Friday! In charge of mental relaxation and relieving
navigation stress for everyone!" the man declared.
"Oh? Just an AI responsible for entertainment?" Nicholas smiled at the
self-absorbed, holographic man.
Upon hearing this, Friday's expression changed, looking at Nicholas
incredulously.
"AI? Where did you hear that term from?" Nicholas was now certain that
this thing was not from the world of pirates.
" What is this ecological environment, and what about you doing here?"
As the natives here, this AI should know some of the secrets.
"When it comes to the ecological circle, it's just a research facility,
studying biological warriors and enhancing individual combat
capabilities. As for me, I'm just lucky. When those slaves rebelled, nobody
cared about an entertainment AI like me."
Listening to Friday's response, Nicholas's doubts deepened.
"Rebellion? What rebellion?" Nicholas asked hastily.
"A rebellion is a rebellion. But you strange beings used to be grateful to
your creators, yet shortly after they left, you launched an attack. But I
suppose those guys didn't expect that they'd lock the permissions of all
other sites before leaving. The slaves paid a huge price and could only
get a testing ground for the ecological circle."
"So, other places are now inaccessible?" Nicholas frowned.
"Of course. Without permission, you can only roam in the experimental
field of the ecological circle."
Clearly, this AI didn't know much, and apart from knowing there were
several layers below and a rebellion occurred here, Nicholas didn't get
any useful information.
After exploring further with Whitebeard for a long time, they returned to
the surface.
Rocks vs Roger & Garp
On the way back to the ground, Whitebeard's expression was noticeably
serious, evidently shaken by what he had witnessed.
"Nicholas, what do you think happened in this world?" Whitebeard asked
Nicholas, his expression serious.
"Who knows?" Nicholas replied casually. He thought he had already
encountered enough secrets between the ancient kingdoms and the
secrets of the world government, but now this.
Suddenly, a loud roar echoed, drawing the attention of both of them.
"It's Roger. I didn't expect him to join the battle," Whitebeard remarked.
Clearly, among the powerful, they recognized each other easily. Upon
seeing familiar attacks and sensing familiar auras, recognition was
immediate.
Meanwhile, the traces of Nicholas and Whitebeard had been detected by
both the World Government and the Navy.
"Oh, it's Whitebeard and Nicholas!"
"What?!"
The revelation astonished both the World Government and the Navy.
Roger's intervention had already caught them off guard, but now his
alliance with Garp and the inclusion of Whitebeard and Nicholas would
shift the balance of power.
"Rayleigh, did you hear that?" Gaban, wielding his two axes, asked
Rayleigh, who leaned against the ship's railing with his sword in hand.
"I'm not deaf. I see it. Is that the power of that thunderous little brat? He's
here too." Rayleigh responded, his expression grave. Initially, he had
vehemently opposed Roger's invitation from the Navy, but he couldn't
resist Roger's decision. Roger even ordered them to provide support from
the periphery while he went alone to the battlefield.
"Rayleigh, should we go?" Gaban asked eagerly.
Looking at the crew members around him, all eager like Gaban, Rayleigh
said solemnly, "You all stay quiet. Although I know you're all worried
about the captain, remember, this is the captain's order. And once the
situation on the island changes, we're the captain's last retreat."
After the lightning, both Whitebeard and Nicholas soared into the air,
riding on the currents of thunder and ascending to the thunderclouds
above.
"Next, let's liven up this war!" Nicholas declared as his body shimmered
with blue electric arcs, resonating with the massive thunderclouds.
"Crackle!"
Accompanied by the first lightning bolt, countless thunderbolts began to
ravage the island like silver serpents, striking down marines and pirates
indiscriminately, leaving destruction in their wake.
As the lightning storm raged, a palpable danger enveloped those on the
battlefield.
"Nicholas, what are you up to?" asked Rocks as the three figures
approached Nicholas, their intentions clear.
"Ah, Rocks, still alive, huh?" Nicholas teased, glancing at Roger and Garp.
"Have you two been slacking off? I can't handle such a simple task."
Nicholas mocked them, taking aim at Roger and Garp.
The superior tone irked both Roger and Garp, evident in the bulging
veins on their foreheads.
"Zap!"
With a flash of lightning, Nicholas changed his position, narrowly
avoiding three simultaneous attacks.
Meanwhile, in the instant they attempted to pursue, all three of their
faces changed.
"Gulalalala! Take this, all of you! Sora no Yami!" Whitebeard
commanded, and before the three could react, the space in front of them
shattered like a mirror, with interweaving fissures in the air.
As Nicholas and Whitebeard made their way towards the outskirts of the
island, intense clashes resumed behind them.
Evidently, Rocks had been outsmarted by Garp and Roger!
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Legacy
On the sea, fragments of ships and severely damaged vessels littered the
water, including those belonging to both pirates and the Navy.
Amidst the wreckage, several Navy squads were searching for surviving
comrades, while medical ships were operating at full capacity.
In a meeting room, the wounded Marines, Zephyr, Dorag, and several
vice admirals were convening.
"According to the latest reports from the front lines, Vice Admiral
Momonga's reinforcements from the G1 branch have arrived in the
designated area. They are currently engaging the large fleet of Pirate
Admiral John in a pincer attack with the island's original forces.
Furthermore, under the attacks from the World Government, the
underlings of the Rocks Pirates, King, have been subdued, and the defeat
of Silver Axe is only a matter of time.
[Author's note - I will call this lunarian "King" for ease of readers]
Additionally, the appearance of Nicholas and Whitebeard on the
battlefield has caused significant damage to all parties involved.
However, after causing chaos, they have withdrawn, seemingly
abandoning Rocks.
At this moment, Rocks is facing the combined assault of Roger, Garp, and
the CP department under the World Government. However, it's clear that
the outcome of this battle won't be determined quickly. Although Rocks'
Devil Fruit power has been minimized against Roger and Garp, his
displayed strength is still terrifying."
After listening to the report, many in the temporary meeting room visibly
breathed a sigh of relief. Clearly, the Rocks Pirates had exerted immense
pressure on them. With the likes of Whitebeard,Charlotte Linlin, King,
Silver Axe, Nicholas, and other powerful figures under Rocks, if they
were fully committed to Rocks, it would undoubtedly be a disaster.
Fortunately, victory seemed to be on their side. The actions of
Whitebeard and Nicholas almost indicated a voluntary betrayal of Rocks.
Moreover, despite the heavy losses they suffered, they managed to repel
the attacks of King, Shiki, and Charlotte Linlin.
Now, as long as they rushed to the battlefield where Garp and others
were, the outcome of the battle seemed almost certain.
"Everyone, return to your respective ships. Our target is God Valley!" The
Vice admirals addressed the Navy high command in the meeting room.
"Yes, sir!"
After everyone left, the Vice admirals looked at Tsuru, Zephyr, and the
heavily bandaged Dorag.
"Zephyr, you're quite disappointing," Vice admirals said, looking at
Zephyr. Facing the Vice admirals' words, Zephyr did not refute anything,
acknowledging his mistake that had caused them unnecessary losses.
In the Vice admirals' plan, Zephyr only needed to hold back Charlotte
Linlin, but at a critical moment, Zephyr allowed Charlotte Linlin to leave
the battlefield. If it weren't for Dorag's strong power and timely defense,
they would have been too embarrassed to face Garp.
"This is war, not child's play. Our opponents are the strongest on the seas.
Put away your non-killing beliefs. The battle between the Navy and
pirates is always a life-and-death struggle. Don't let your kindness cause
harm to those around you," the Vice admirals said, addressing Zephyr
before leaving to attend to other matters.
Tsuru sighed but didn't say much, understanding Zephyr's belief in not
killing. However, she found it difficult to agree. Such beliefs only applied
to weaker pirates. When facing pirates of equal or greater strength, not
killing was a joke.
"Mr. Zephyr, you don't need to feel guilty. It's because my strength isn't
strong enough. If I were a little stronger at the time, I could have kept
that guy," Dorag reassured Zephyr with a smile.
...
In the serene sea, a massive ship gently sailed, emitting a sweet scent of
desserts, resembling a candy ship from a fairy tale. However, for those
who knew the ship, it symbolized nightmares and fear, for its name was
the Queen Mama Chanter, the flagship of the notorious pirate Big Mom
in the New World.
On the deck of the Queen Mama Chanter...
"Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh! Kaido, you look quite pathetic!" Charlotte Linlin, a
tall figure, sat on a chair, enjoying various desserts made by Streusen,
indulging in her voracious eating like a demon.
"That guy isn't an ordinary character. I have a feeling that he will
definitely become famous in the future." Kaido picked up a bottle of
wine, biting off the cap with his teeth and taking a big sip. He thought
about the pain in his body caused by Dorag's punches; although Dorag's
fists couldn't break his defense, the impact on his body was no joke. If it
weren't for his abnormal physique, his internal organs would have
shattered long ago.
"Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, you're just making excuses for yourself. Although
that guy is Garp's son, it doesn't mean he'll be as crazy as Garp. Anyway,
it's because you're too weak, Kaido!" Charlotte Linlin laughed mockingly.
[Author's note- hahahaha got you guys. You thought Dorag was an OC?
Hahahahaha (Dorag>Doragon(Japanese)>Dragon. Now that you guys
know, I will use Dragon instead of Dorag from now on]
"Hehe." Kaido chuckled twice and stood up from the deck.
"Kaido, where are you going!?" Charlotte Linlin, whose emotions
gradually stabilized after consuming a large amount of sweets, looked at
Kaido with a cold voice, wondering why she had let him go.
"Where? Of course, I'm going to cause chaos on the high seas," Kaido
said, hoisting his club on his shoulder and looking at Charlotte Linlin, his
eyes filled with killing intent.
"What? Are you going to stop me?"
Kaido emitted two long streams of white breath from his nose, and even
sparks appeared.
Seeing that a fight was about to break out, Streusen quickly stepped
forward and acted as a peacemaker between the two.
In the end, the two reached some kind of agreement, and Kaido
transformed into his dragon form and flew off into the distance.
"Streusen, why did you let me let that guy go?" After Kaido's figure
disappeared into the distance and her emotions stabilized from
consuming a large amount of sweets, Charlotte Linlin, with an
undercurrent in her voice, looked at Streusen and asked.
"Linlin, haven't you forgotten? We met that guy there. He has many
secrets about him. Once we get too involved with him, we'll be targeted
by the World Government. Furthermore, given the potential and strength
that guy has shown, once he grows up, he might become a powerful ally
for us. After all, to build our dream of harmonious coexistence among all
nations, gathering more allies is the best way."
Listening to Streusen's words, Charlotte Linlin nodded subconsciously.
Or rather, the long-standing relationship between the two had made
Charlotte Linlin subconsciously willing to listen to Streusen's words.
GALAXY IMPACT
On the Island of God valley, due to the antics of Nicholas and
Whitebeard, the situation on the battlefield became even more
complicated.
With a grunt, Rocks seized the head of the person in front of him,
crushing it, while the headless body in front of him was clutching a sea
stone short sword.
Similarly, CP agents surrounding him wielded weapons made almost
entirely of sea stone.
"You guys are really going to great lengths to deal with me!" Rocks
exclaimed, laughing, as he surveyed his surroundings.
"To deal with scum like you, we naturally spare no effort," replied a
masked figure in a raspy voice, dressed in peculiar attire.
"Hmph, dogs of the World Government who dare not reveal their true
faces," Rocks remarked, his gaze shifting towards Roger, who stood not
far away, and Garp forming a triangle with him.
"I never expected that you, of all people, would choose to stand with the
World Government against me. How pathetic can you get? Do you think
you can leave this place after dealing with me!?" Rocks laughed,
questioning Roger, clearly curious why Roger chose to side with the
World Government against him.
"I'm not siding with the World Government; I made a deal with the
Marines. Besides, what you're trying to do is too dangerous," Roger
replied, abandoning his usual carefree demeanor and looking seriously at
Rocks.
"Hahaha, how amusing! A great pirate like you is saying that another
great pirate's plans are dangerous." Rocks jeered, finding the situation
rather comical.
"Rocks, D. Xebec! Be prepared, for this will be your final resting place!"
With those words, the CP members surrounding them launched another
suicidal assault. For them, killing Rocks was not their expectation; their
value lay in inflicting wounds on Rocks with each attack, accumulating
enough damage to eventually defeat him.
Squinting at the suicidal attacks of the World Government agents, both
Garp and Roger frowned slightly. Clearly, they found it difficult to accept
such tactics. One was a high-ranking Marine officer who couldn't
condone sending subordinates on suicide missions, and the other was a
captain who regarded his crew as comrades.
"Roger, let's end this war early! Otherwise, I fear you won't be able to
leave later," Garp said earnestly to Roger. As a high-ranking Marine
officer, Garp was well aware of the World Government's and Marines'
internal workings. Although he didn't know what deal Roger had struck
with the higher ups, it was clear that if Sengoku and the others arrived,
the war wouldn't end anytime soon.
And Garp knew Sengoku well enough; if they arrived and the war wasn't
over, they wouldn't hesitate to eliminate one of the most unstable factors
on the high seas, Roger, along with Rocks.
"Aren't you worried about trouble?" Roger asked Garp, not surprised by
his words. After all, they had dealt with each other more than once.
"What trouble? At most, they'll punish me with a promotion and a raise.
Besides, that admiral's rank is just that—a rank. Even if they want to
arrest you, I'll personally make sure it's done properly," Garp said
confidently, clenching his fist.
"Hmph, as if you could easily deal with me," Roger snorted, disdain
evident in his voice. Though he acknowledged Garp's strength, he also
knew Garp wasn't simple.
Among the top elites of the sea, there were only a few individuals, most
of whom were adversaries, but many also held mutual respect. Each
wanted to defeat the other fair and square, out of pride and confidence as
strong individuals.
"Vice Admiral Garp, Vice Admiral Sengoku and the others have repelled
Golden Lion Shiki and Charlotte Linlin and are heading this way," a
Marine officer shouted to Garp, holding a Den Den Mushi.
"Understood," Garp replied, adjusting his collar. He glanced at Roger
nearby, his meaning clear.
Roger didn't seem to mind, simply asking Garp curiously, "I'm curious.
Where are the two admirals of the Navy? Why haven't they joined the
battle? If they were here, the war wouldn't have gotten to this point,
would it?"
Upon hearing Roger's question, Garp's mouth twitched slightly. The two
admirals, after the Rocks Pirates declared war on the World Government,
had been requisitioned by the Celestial Dragons to protect Mariejois.
But could he really say that? Revealing that their top-tier forces were
protecting the Celestial Dragons, using pirates as external aid?
"You don't need to worry about that. They're on a classified mission,"
Garp replied, finding a plausible excuse and nodding earnestly.
Just as Garp was about to explain further, Rocks had already dealt with
the besieging CP members and charged towards them.
"Roger, give it your all," Garp said solemnly, his expression becoming
serious. He looked atrocks with fiery determination.
"Are you sure?" Roger furrowed his brows, somewhat reluctant. After all,
if he unleashed his full power, even if he could defeat Rocks, he would be
left weakened, risking the plan he had agreed upon with Rayleigh.
"Don't worry. If you're exhausted, I'll cover your retreat." Garp assured
Roger with a nod.
With that, bolstered by Armament Haki, Ace exuded an aura of
overwhelming power, visibly distorting the air around it.
"Let's begin round 2" Rocks excitedly started gathering power
The air vibrated with anticipation as Rocks, his imposing figure cloaked
in darkness, dashed from the center of the battlefield. His presence
exuded an aura of power that seemed to warp reality itself. Opposing him
Roger and Garp, hardened their resolve unyielding despite the
overwhelming force before them.
Roger, holding ace with his haki pulsating with raw vigor, locked eyes
with Rocks, a glint of determination cutting through the darkness. Garp
stood beside him, his muscles tensed, ready to unleash the full extent of
his boundless strength.
They clashed with a thunderous roar as Rocks surged forward, darkness
swirling around him like a tempest. Roger met his advance head-on,
crossing arm his haki forming an impenetrable barrier that crackled with
intensity. Garp, ever the strategist, circled around, his presence a looming
threat that kept Rocks on edge.
Rocks unleashed a barrage of devastating blows, each strike carrying the
weight of his immense power. Roger countered with precision, his haki-
infused sword meeting darkness with unyielding force. The impact sent
shockwaves rippling through the battlefield, the very ground trembling
beneath their feet but their weapons never touched, separated due to
their immense conqueror's haki.
Garp surged forward, his haki igniting like a raging inferno. With each
passing moment, his strength seemed to grow exponentially, a testament
to his indomitable spirit. Rocks found himself pushed to the brink, the
sheer ferocity of his opponents relentless in its onslaught.
Amidst the chaos, Roger and Garp fought as one, their movements
synchronized in perfect harmony. Each strike resonated with the force of
a tidal wave, their conqueror's haki intertwining like an unbreakable
bond. Rocks, for all his power, found himself outmatched against the
sheer determination of his adversaries.
But Rocks was not one to be underestimated. With a roar that echoed
across the battlefield, he unleashed his ultimate technique, darkness
enveloping him in an ethereal shroud. Roger and Garp stood their
ground, their resolve unshakeable even in the face of impending doom.
As darkness descended upon them, Roger and Garp braced themselves for
the final confrontation. With a deafening clash, their conqueror's haki
collided with the darkness, a cataclysmic explosion and repulsion tearing
through the fabric of reality itself. In that moment, time seemed to stand
still, the very essence of their beings converging in a symphony of chaos
and destruction.
In the next instance while Roger rushed and locked in confrontation with
Rocks, Garp appeared in the sky above, clenching his fist he coated it
with every drop of conqueror's haki , and smashed down.
"GALAXY IMPACT"
*BOOM*
With a devastating explosion, Rocks was pushed back a mile.
simultaneously, Roger holding a sword of light descended from the
heavens, striking the spot where Rocks fell.
The conqueror's haki poured into his sword caused it to glow white like
the sun while red lightning continuously screeched.
*CRRAAACCKKKLLLLEEEE*
"So terrifying. Is this the battle of the top-tier powerhouses on the sea?"
Many Marines murmured as they watched the scene unfold.
"You don't have time to marvel. There are still pirates on the island that
need to be dealt with." With a loud shout from a Marine officer, the
soldiers resumed their slaughter of the remaining pirates on the island.
It could be said that at this point in the battle, the outcome was all but
decided.
...
"Roger, you should go now."
Watching the large fleet appear on the horizon, Garp said in a deep voice.
And Roger didn't linger. After casting a glance at the heavily wounded
Garp and the distant rocks, he turned and ran in a certain direction on
the island.
That was the rendezvous point he had agreed upon with Rayleigh and the
others for evacuation.
"Vice Admiral Sengoku, Vice Admiral Zephyr, and the others have
arrived. Also, Vice Admiral Sengoku requests that you find a way to keep
Roger here. Their fleet will try to surround Roger's pirate crew." Barely
had Roger left when Garp, engaged in his final battle with Rocks,
received the command from one of his Marine subordinates.
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