Chapter 381 Gift
Previously, Nicholas was worried about how to get the Little People princess of the Tontatta Tribe to help.
As a Healing Fruit Devil Fruit Ability User, ordinary Injury can be healed with just Tears of Healing, but for something like limb loss, the highest level usage of the Healing Fruit is required for treatment.
That is, by reducing the Lifespan of the Ability User as the Cost, to Recreate Everything (regardless of organic or inorganic).
After all, it's a Thing related to Lifespan loss, so normally, Ordinary People would hardly agree.
Of course.
He could also take forceful measures, but Nicholas wanted to bring the Healing Fruit and the Tontatta Tribe into his Faction, so naturally, he wouldn't do such a coercive Thing.
Originally, Nicholas was planning to see if he could make an exchange of Profit with the Tontatta Tribe.
But he didn't expect that he would coincidentally help the Tontatta Tribe resolve a Giant Crisis.
So Nicholas directly made his request to the Tontatta Tribe
"I need your Kingdom's princess's Ability to help me recover from my Injury."
Hearing Nicholas's request, the Tontatta Tribe People who had returned to the Underground Kingdom of Green Bit all looked at Nicholas with a surprised Gaze, seemingly curious how Nicholas knew that the Little People princess Mansherry possessed the Healing Fruit Ability.
The old clan chief of the Tontatta Tribe, Gan Qiao, even looked up at Nicholas.
Although very surprised how Nicholas knew the Confidential Information of the Little People, Gan Qiao still quickly calmed himself down.
After all, the Terror Strength Nicholas had shown had already made him realize that if he was not careful, the entire Tontatta Tribe might face extermination.
He endured the severe pain coming from his Body and stepped forward tremblingly.
The Tontatta Tribe Little People Member beside him, seeing this, carefully supported Gan Qiao.
Even though he had applied the Tontatta Tribe's special Secret Medicine, it would still take some Time to take effect.
"Y-You are our Tontatta Tribe's Benefactor..."
Gan Qiao looked up at Nicholas's abdomen, obviously he could also clearly perceive that a large piece was missing from Nicholas's abdomen. Although he didn't know why Nicholas, who was missing so many Internal Organs, was still alive, he also knew that if Nicholas couldn't get Mansherry's treatment, he wouldn't give up.
So he said weakly, "But, because the matter was urgent at the Time, Mansherry was arranged by me to be sent away with Guards. If you want to wait for her to return, it will take a little Time."
"No problem, I can wait for a while."
Nicholas said with a Smile, obviously his Injury was about to fully heal, making his Mood quite good.
And so, Nicholas and the others waited in the Underground Kingdom of Green Bit, while Dorag followed a group of Little People to Mansherry's hiding place.
Soon Mansherry, led by the others, returned to the Underground Kingdom of Green Bit.
"Father, what happened to you? Who Injured you so badly..."
Princess Mansherry, returning from the secret Refuge, looked at Gan Qiao in panic.
The Bandage wrapped around his Body was still soaked with Blood, looking quite tragic.
"It's okay, don't worry."
Looking at the panicked and worried Face of Mansherry, Gan Qiao comforted her softly.
"Your Injury is so serious, how can I not worry? I will treat you immediately!"
Mansherry's Eyes were filled with tears, her voice trembling very badly, obviously Gan Qiao's condition had frightened her.
Soon Mansherry used her Tears of Healing to complete the treatment for Gan Qiao and the Injured Companions of the Tontatta Tribe.
The Little People whose Injury had healed regained their former vitality.
It was noisy for about a few minutes.
The clan chief of the Tontatta Tribe, Gan Qiao, also introduced Nicholas, who had saved the Tontatta Tribe, to Mansherry, and also told Mansherry about Nicholas's request.
Mansherry listened while looking at Nicholas with gratitude on her Face.
Until Gan Qiao finished speaking, Mansherry immediately lifted the hem of her skirt with her Hand and bowed to Nicholas.
"Thank you for lending a helping Hand to the Tontatta Tribe in its most dangerous Time... As for your request to treat your Injury, no problem."
Mansherry showed Nicholas a gentle Smile.
"Okay."
Seeing Mansherry agree so readily, Nicholas also felt a slight relief in his heart.
At the same Time, he didn't expect that Mansherry, knowing that it would cost her Lifespan, would still agree without hesitation. Perhaps this is the pure Tontatta Tribe. For the Friends they acknowledge, they don't mind paying the Cost of their own Life.
"Then Nicholas Lord, let's start the treatment now."
As Mansherry's Words fell, Dorag also showed a curious Gaze.
Obviously, he also wanted to see what kind of miracle this Little People that Nicholas placed high hopes on would bring.
And when Nicholas, without changing Face, unwrapped all the Bandage wrapped around the Wound, the surrounding Little People all exclaimed in surprise, and even Mansherry couldn't help but cover her mouth with her Hand.
Because that Wound was really too Terror, like a piece had been bitten off directly by some Wild Beast, and even through the Wound, you could see the wriggling Internal Organs.
Soon Mansherry adjusted her Emotion and took Nicholas's Chest as a foothold. Mansherry knelt at Nicholas's Wound, then she opened her Hands and placed them on the edge of Nicholas's Wound, and then closed her Eyes.
After a few breaths.
A shimmering white Light appeared on Mansherry's Hands.
At the same Time, the range of this white Light also expanded rapidly, and soon it completely enveloped Nicholas's Wound.
And Dorag, watching Nicholas's Wound covered by the white Light, also showed a serious Gaze on his Face, because in his perception, Nicholas's missing Internal Organs were growing at an incredible Speed.
After a moment.
Mansherry opened her Eyes, the white Light dissipated, revealing Nicholas's sturdy Form, and you couldn't even tell that a piece had been missing from his abdomen before.
The whole Process was surprisingly Simple.
But the effect shown was completely worthy of being called a miracle.
"Is this okay now, Nicholas Lord?"
After the treatment ended, a pretty Smile appeared on Mansherry's small Face, but she still couldn't hide her exhaustion.
After all, this kind of treatment that consumes Lifespan is also a considerable burden on her physiology.
It could be said that Mansherry now, as long as she lay down on the Bed, could fall asleep immediately.
"Thank you."
Nicholas lowered his head slightly and looked at Mansherry kneeling on his Chest, sincerely thanking her.
Then, in the curious Gaze of Mansherry and the Tontatta Tribe Little People, Nicholas took off the Ring on his Hand and gave it to Mansherry.
Looking at Mansherry, who was holding the Ring and at a loss, Nicholas opened his mouth to explain.
"Your Healing Fruit's advanced healing will consume your own Lifespan, and this Ring contains Pure Gold, one of the Treasures in this Grand Line. It can slow down the Cell growth in your Body, extending your Lifespan to a certain Degree. Although it can't reach Immortality, it's enough for you to accompany your Lover through Issho.
This is my compensation to you."
After listening to Nicholas's Words, Mansherry was still a little confused. At this Time, she still didn't understand the meaning of Nicholas's Words, but Gan Qiao on the side was quite excited.
(End of Chapter)
Chapter 382 Value of the Healing Fruit
For Gan Qiao, he was clearly very aware of the kind of influence Mansherry's Ability would have on her life. Therefore, in ordinary life, even when the Tontatta Tribe members were injured, Gan Qiao would try his best to have the tribe members use Tontatta Tribe medicinal herbs for treatment.
Unless it was a very serious injury that almost threatened their Life, Gan Qiao would absolutely not want Mansherry to use the Healing Fruit Ability.
This is also a common Cost in the Paramecia-type Ability System, which is restriction.
Otherwise, if it could be used arbitrarily without any Cost, wouldn't that be like cheating?
And the Pure Gold Ring that Nicholas gave, if the effect was really as he said, then at least Mansherry wouldn't have to worry about dying young, and could live a happy Life.
After completing the treatment, Nicholas also temporarily bid farewell to the Tontatta Tribe with Dorag.
They were going to Dress Rosa to take a look.
The Pirates who invaded Dress Rosa, and the Outlaws of the Underworld, with the retreat of Doflamingo and others, had also become a spent force.
They were constantly being suppressed by the Dress Rosa Royal Guard, who had reorganized their forces, and the Dress Rosa people who spontaneously defended their Homeland.
The Crisis in Dress Rosa could be considered over.
However, the Influence of this invasion on Dress Rosa would not be eliminated in a few years.
Corpses scattered all over the Street, burning and collapsing Architecture.
These messes were still relatively easy to deal with, but the Reputation of Dress Rosa, the Country of Love and Passion, would be greatly affected. At least in the short term, no Tourists would come to Dress Rosa. This was undoubtedly a huge Blow to Dress Rosa, which was mainly based on the Tourism Industry.
On the way to the Dress Rosa Royal Palace, Nicholas and Dorag also casually dealt with several Pirate Groups. With the disappearance of the Birdcage and the Counterattack of the Dress Rosa Guard, these Pirates who had been Plunder for several days could be said to have succeeded as long as they left Dress Rosa.
After using Lightning to take down a Pirate Group of seven People once again.
Nicholas glanced at Dorag.
Ever since leaving the Green Bit Underground Kingdom, Dorag had been somewhat absent-minded.
"Is there something on my Face?"
Dorag noticed Nicholas's Line of Sight and turned to look at Nicholas.
Nicholas pointed to the corner of Dorag's eye and said seriously.
"You have Eye booger."
"..."
Hearing Nicholas's Words, the Corner of Mouth of Dorag twitched slightly. He thought, how could Dorag, a Person of such Self-discipline, possibly have Eye booger in the corner of his eye.
"That Healing Ability... not bad, right?"
Nicholas said.
"Yeah."
Recalling the Scene from before, Dorag nodded seriously. It could be said that the Ability Mansherry displayed was more than just "not bad," it was simply heaven-defying.
It was important to know that if a Powerful Figure on the Grand Line lost an Arm or a leg, it would have a huge Influence on their Strength.
And many Nobles, Rich Person, and Powerful Figure who suffered Physical disability due to Accidents would definitely go crazy for this Limb regeneration Means that could be called a Miracle.
"If this Ability is known to outsiders, I'm afraid... the Tontatta Tribe will face a Clan extermination disaster."
Dorag said with a solemn Complexion. Obviously, he, who deeply understood the ugliness of Human nature, understood what crazy Things those People would do for Mansherry.
"Yes, it will definitely attract crazy Contention from Various forces."
Putting aside the Speed of healing injuries, if Mansherry's Healing Ability was only effective on a Single entity, then it would probably only be Value, and would not necessarily bring a Clan extermination disaster to the Tontatta Tribe.
But the problem was that Mansherry's Healing Ability was not only effective on a Single entity, its most powerful aspect was that it could Substantiation the Fruit's healing power for Storage and Transfer.
Although there was a Time limit, if this Ability was used in War, it would be equivalent to one's own Warriors being able to carry a Health Pack with them that could restore themselves in a short Time. In other Words, it was a weakened version of Senzu Bean.
For ordinary Warriors, the effect might not be so obvious, but if Top-Tier Powerhouse could carry such a Thing with them, the Degree of Terror would naturally be self-evident.
In addition, Blood drawn from other People's Body could also play a very good Healing Effect in the Form of Dandelion.
And the Healing Effect of Dandelion was obviously stronger than Tears of Healing.
Even as long as there were enough Blood Bag in the rear, for example, if they prepared a few Giant Sea Kings, then Health Packs like Healing Dandelion could be continuously transported to the Battlefield.
Even Wounded Soldier on the Battlefield who were not missing arms or legs could be healed in a very short Time and then rejoin the Battlefield.
Of course, this was also closely related to Mansherry's Strength, but relying on the various strange Things in the Pirate World, it might be possible to completely compensate for Mansherry's Stamina or Energy problems.
But judging from Mansherry's Ability performance, it was not a big problem to dominate the trend of a War.
If a Giant like the World Government knew the Value of Princess Mansherry's Ability, then they would either try every Means to control her in their own hands, or they would destroy her at all Costs.
In a sense, the Existence of certain special Devil Fruit was completely Disruptive Nature to the Development of the Pirate World.
Just like the Abilities of the Operation Fruit and Healing Fruit made the Effort that Doctors who had studied Medical Skill all their lives had put in to overcome Intractable Diseases, and the Knowledge they had absorbed day and night to improve their Medical Skill, seem Pale and Meaningless in this instant.
And the Munch-Munch Fruit in the manufacture of New Material was simply enough to make the Material Scientist of the Pirate World cry in the Toilet.
(Lord Wapol is a special Partner of the World Government and the Navy Science Force, and even the abolition of the Seven Warlords of the Sea is to some extent because the birth of Wapol Metal made Pacifista fully meet the Combat Needs of the Marine.)
"So this is also the Reason why I brought you to Dress Rosa this time."
Nicholas said.
"Ah."
Hearing Nicholas's Words, Dorag was stunned for a moment.
Originally, he thought that the Reason Nicholas pulled him along was because his own Strength had been seriously affected. He didn't expect that there was such a relationship involved.
"Don't be so surprised. You must have seen Mansherry's Ability, so I don't need to say more. Once it can be used well, the Foundation of the Revolutionary Army will not increase explosively, but at least it can be more Composure when facing the Suppression of the World Government.
But whether you can persuade the Tontatta Tribe to Support you depends on you."
"Extreme Gratitude!"
Dorag looked at Nicholas seriously and said. Obviously, he also knew how significant it would be for the Revolutionary Army if they could get the Support of the Tontatta Tribe.
"No need to be so Politeness, just don't Refusal if I need your Help in the future."
Nicholas smiled.
...
Dress Rosa Royal Palace, in the spacious and bright Reception Room.
Scarlet and Violet in Gorgeous Clothing looked a little Nervousness.
And Riku Dold the 3rd next to them was Frown.
Obviously, when Scarlet and Violet told him the Conditions they had promised Nicholas before, he fell into Distress.
Although Nicholas and the others solved the Trouble of Dress Rosa, and even Rescued Dress Rosa which was about to Fall into Purgatory.
But when he thought that the Cost was his Daughter, Riku Dold the Third felt a little Entanglement in his Inner Thoughts.
(End of this Chapter)
Chapter 383 Protection
"Father, please don't put so much Pressure on yourself. This is my decision. As a Princess of Dress Rosa, since I've enjoyed the Benefits that come with this Status, it's only natural that I should be an Exemplary Figure when Dress Rosa faces a Crisis! Besides, Dress Rosa has just suffered such a great Misfortune and still needs you, Father, to lead the Citizens forward." Violet gently stepped forward, took King Riku's Hands in hers, and looked at him sincerely with her large Eyes as she spoke earnestly.
The destruction Dress Rosa suffered in this battle was arguably the most severe since Dress Rosa came into Existence. Back then, even when the Donquixote Family relocated to Holy Land Mary Geoise, they only took away the accumulated Wealth of Dress Rosa. It's nothing like now. Although the Architecture that was destroyed can be rebuilt, the Subjects of Dress Rosa who perished by the Swords of Pirates and Outlaws cannot be brought back to life.
Furthermore, during this Invasion, those Hyenas from the Underworld also came sniffing around, drawn by the Flavor of it all. Human Trafficking and Organ Trafficking are rampant. Too many Subjects of Dress Rosa have gone Missing, and what being Missing in the Grand Line means is all too clear... Moreover, the Army that was originally responsible for guarding the Country was also Severely Wounded in the initial Pirate Invasion.
The thought of countless Victims, including many Acquaintances and Friends, filled Violet, Scarlet, and Riku Dold III with immense grief. But they didn't even have Time to weep.
Because the recent events in Dress Rosa have made them realize that they cannot rely on the World Government and the Navy for Protection against Invasions. The annual Celestial Tribute is nothing more than money wasted.
Therefore, they needed to find a new and powerful Backer for Dress Rosa as quickly as possible to prevent successive Pirate Attacks. Nicholas and Dorag, who had easily defeated Doflamingo, naturally became the best Backers they could think of.
Just then, the Sound of Footsteps came from outside the Reception Room. Hearing the Footsteps, everyone inside instinctively stood up straight and turned serious expressions towards the Reception Room Gate.
Creak— Led by a Guard, Nicholas pushed open the Gate and entered. He saw Riku Dold III standing in the center, wrapped in Bandages, with Scarlet and Violet standing on either side of him.
"Sit down, no need for Politeness." After Nicholas sat, a Calm voice spoke, as if he were the Master and King Riku and his daughters were the Guests. King Riku and his daughters subconsciously sat down at Nicholas's Words.
As Nicholas sized up the three of them, King Riku was also assessing Nicholas.
"Lord Nicholas," Scarlet began, using Honorifics. It was only natural to use Honorifics when addressing a Powerful Figure like Nicholas, especially since he had saved Dress Rosa.
"We... no, the entire Dress Rosa wishes to obtain your Protection." Scarlet looked at Nicholas and said Seriously.
"Oh?" Nicholas glanced at Scarlet, a flicker of something in his Eyes, and said casually, "And why should I? You should remember that the Transaction was just for us to resolve Dress Rosa's Crisis and for Violet to come with me. Protection for Dress Rosa wasn't part of the Transaction, as I recall."
Violet lowered her head upon hearing this, her Hands fidgeting with the hem of her dress, clearly at a loss because of Nicholas's Words.
Scarlet glanced sideways at her Younger Sister beside her, sighed inwardly, and then took a deep breath. She knew all too well that there were no free Benefits in this World. To gain something, you had to give something in return. But what Benefits could Dress Rosa possibly offer in its current state?
As her thoughts raced, Scarlet's expression gradually turned serious. "As long as you can grant Protection to Dress Rosa, then Everything in Dress Rosa is yours to take, including myself."
As Scarlet finished speaking, she saw Riku Dold III, Violet, and even an unknown man beside them, a one-legged, one-armed figure in gladiator attire, staring at Scarlet in shock and disbelief.
"..." Hearing Scarlet's Words, Nicholas was silent for a moment, then chuckled with a Smile.
"You must have heard about what I've been up to recently, right? You should understand what it means to plant my 'Banner' in Dress Rosa at this point, shouldn't you?"
"Yes." Scarlet nodded firmly. Of course, she understood what it meant, but did they have a choice? They had none. In the New World, when Dress Rosa was previously Invaded, they received no Support from the World Government or the Navy. They didn't believe they would receive any Support if they faced Pirate Invasions again in the future.
Although raising Nicholas's Banner would brand all of Dress Rosa with the Mark of the Nicholas Pirates and even make them enemies of the World Government, so what? Compared to Dress Rosa being Ravaged by Pirates and utterly destroyed, the World Government's hostility was a trivial Thing!
Nicholas clearly sensed Scarlet's resolve. "Then I'll lend you the Banner. As for you," he paused, "I'll pass. I already have a Wife." Nicholas looked at Scarlet with a Smile, realizing that his earlier words about taking anything he wanted from Dress Rosa had made Scarlet somewhat embarrassed.
Simply lending the Banner to a Country about to be devoured by hordes of Pirates and the Underworld, and offering Protection to that Country, was no big deal for Nicholas. In fact, it was a trivial matter. After all, with his current Infamy in the Grand Line, any Pirates or Underworld figures who saw a Country flying his Banner would steer clear, not daring to cause any trouble.
"Oh, right, when we leave, you'll go with Dorag. Of course, you still belong to me in every way; this is just a temporary assignment." Nicholas raised a Finger and pointed at Violet.
"Huh?" Violet was stunned. A look of astonishment slowly spread across her exotic face. She had assumed Nicholas would take her under his wing, but instead, he was handing her off to Dorag. Judging by Dorag's Calm Look, it was clear the two had already arranged this.
In just a few seconds, the astonished look on Violet's face vanished, replaced by a radiant and captivating Smile. Clearly, the events of the past few days had been enough for her to mature considerably. She understood that she had no Qualification to bargain in front of such a Powerful Figure.
"Absolutely no problem, my Lord Nicholas." Violet met Nicholas's Gaze and agreed. She knew very well that he probably needed her Ability, but so what? Even though she would be working under Dorag temporarily, this way, Dress Rosa would once again gain strong Protection. With the Protection of two Top Tier Grand Line Powerhouses, Dress Rosa's Future would undoubtedly be incredibly secure. And the Cost was just her. It was truly wonderful.
... (End of Chapter)
Chapter 384 Collapse
"Hey, a major event happened!!!"
In a Tavern on Tequila Wolf Island in the first half of the Grand Line, a drunk man looked at the newspaper in his hand in shock, his drunkenness dissipating quite a bit.
His voice was very loud, almost instantly attracting the attention of everyone in the Tavern.
"What major event happened? Is it necessary to shout so loudly?"
The People in the Tavern looked at the man holding the Newspaper with disgusted Eyes.
But that Man just kept scanning the Newspaper content and did not answer the questions of the surrounding People, as if his whole Body and mind were attracted by the content in the Newspaper.
And his Manner made the People who didn't care much originally become curious, and even one Person who was closer to him, curiously took the initiative to lean over to take a look, and immediately widened his Eyes as well.
"This, this... are you kidding me!"
This Person seemed to have seen some incredible News as well, and even because the News was too shocking, he stammered and couldn't say a complete sentence.
Seeing this Person's strange Reaction caused by seeing the Newspaper content, plus the Words spoken by that Person at the beginning.
The crowd in the Bar then realized that something Major event might have really happened.
Suddenly the Bar became noisy, after all, any Major event that happened on the Grand Line could affect them.
"Hey, what Major event is actually published in the Newspaper?"
There was a Guest in the Bar who couldn't wait to loudly ask the Man holding the Newspaper.
However, the Man holding the Newspaper had no intention of answering at all, and was still constantly and rapidly scanning the content on the Newspaper, seemingly to confirm the authenticity of the News.
And the Weapon next to him was also attracted attention, and didn't say a single word in response.
Not knowing what Major event had happened for a long time made the People in the Tavern feel like cats were scratching their hearts. A bald Man with a sturdy build and a hideous Scar on his Face finally couldn't bear it anymore, stood up directly and strode over, raised his Hand and snatched the Newspaper.
"I want to see what Major event it is that makes you unable to even speak clearly."
After speaking, the fierce bald Man lowered his Head and glanced at the content on the Newspaper.
"Hiss—"
When he saw the Headline content of the Newspaper, the bald guy instantly first took a breath of cold air, his huge eyeballs almost popped out of their sockets, and he exclaimed:
"Justice Island located in the Grand Line is gone..."
"What?!"
"Wait, I didn't hear clearly, are you saying Justice Island is gone!?"
Hearing this explosive News, the crowd of Guests who were originally soaking in the Bar instantly sobered up more than half of their drunkenness.
The whole Person even entered an unprecedented State of clarity.
Then everyone looked at the ferocious bald Man holding the Newspaper with a shocked Face.
Seemingly wanting to confirm whether the bald Man was drunk.
But seeing that the bald Man's Manner was completely unlike being drunk.
The Sound inside the Tavern gradually disappeared, and then it became as quiet as the Busan Library.
After a moment.
In the silent Tavern, a large amount of Sound suddenly rang out, and a few People who were close even quickly got up and came to the side of the ferocious bald Man.
"That is one of the three major institutions under the World Government, and there are so many Combat Power on the Island, could they all have been killed? Otherwise, how could Justice Island be captured?"
"That's right, and with the Sea Current Speed of the Gates of Justice, Marine Headquarters can quickly provide Support. In this situation, who can capture Justice Island?"
"I also think it's impossible! Moreover, what Benefits are there in capturing Justice Island? If you want to save People, just fucking attack Impel Down!"
"Yes, that's right... In my opinion, as long as you give me thirty Large Ship carrying sixty Pirate Crew, first Control Justice Island, then open the Gates of Justice, and then use the special Sea Current to reach Impel Down, as long as Impel Down is taken down.
At that time, subdue all the Prisoners inside, then turn the Ship's Bow and directly attack Marine Headquarters, and quickly capture Marine Headquarters while Marine Headquarters has not reacted.
Afterwards, carrying the momentum of a great victory, directly send troops to Holy Land Mary Geoise, overthrow the World Government and the Celestial Dragons, and become the new King of the World!"
"Brother, that's insightful, but I think this still lacks a very important link, which is that we can subdue the enemy without fighting, make Marine Headquarters take the initiative to surrender, and then attack Mary Geoise and let those Navy Lackey go to the front line, and you and I, brothers, will strategize in the rear and reap the Benefits, wouldn't that be wonderful!"
"Hahahaha, your two opinions are really similar to mine, today why don't we three become sworn Brothers and discuss Major events together?"
...
Hearing the increasingly Outrageous discussions in the Tavern, the ferocious bald Man finally couldn't help but speak out.
"What I said about Justice Island being gone is not fucking captured, Justice Island was directly sunk into that Abyss by someone!"
"Huh?!"
The People who were discussing heatedly suddenly looked at each other, and could see the color of shock and horror in each other's Eyes.
Justice Island was not captured? It was directly sunk into the Sea by someone!?
"Hey! Are you sure Justice Island is sunk!?"
The People who realized something looked at the ferocious bald Man with a nervous Gaze, wanting to hear the Answer they didn't even dare to think about from his mouth.
Facing the Gaze full of inquiry from the People looking over, the ferocious bald Man nodded with difficulty.
"It was Pirate King Roger who led the Roger Pirates to do it. After they destroyed Justice Island, under Roger's leadership, they forcibly cut a Gap in the Gates of Justice, and then disappeared through the Gap."
Hearing these Words, the Tavern became quiet again.
At this moment, in the Heads of everyone present, it was all Roger's name.
This is too Outrageous and too exaggerated, not to mention escaping from the Navy's Execution in Loguetown before, now they have directly sunk Justice Island, and cut a huge Gap in the Gates of Justice that represents the World Government's Majesty.
What is this trying to do? Is it a Declaration of war against the World Government? Is it trying to challenge the World Government?
This Man who became the Pirate King a few years ago once again stirred up the entire Grand Line.
Similar Scenes are being staged all over the World.
People once again saw the name of Pirate King Gol D. Roger on the Newspaper Headline, and once again witnessed Gol D. Roger's another feat.
Countless People in the World, even old farmers in the fields, when they saw this report, knew that along with the collapse of Justice Island, there was also the World Government's Majesty.
In their Eyes, first Nicholas and the Revolutionary Army attacked Mary Geoise, causing great damage, and then Pirate King Roger strongly sank Justice Island after re-emerging at Sea.
And these were unimaginable in the past eight hundred years.
The Rule of the World Government seemed to have become precarious in one event after another.
Grand Line, Marine Headquarters Marineford.
Back Mountain of Marineford, a Place where you can overlook the entire Marine Headquarters, is a quiet Graveyard.
In this Graveyard, there are no tombstones neatly and orderly filled with Pieces engraved with names, but a huge blank Tombstone is erected, and only the Navy's Mark is on it, without the Logo of the World Government.
Even in this Graveyard, there is no Corpse.
This is also something that can't be helped.
After all, on this dangerous Grand Line, the Victims of the Navy who sacrifice themselves for Justice in battles with Pirates every year are countless.
If everyone were put in coffins and placed in Marineford, I am afraid Marineford would be full of Tombstones everywhere.
The Sea Breeze is gentle, and white Seagull are circling and chirping in the sky above the Graveyard.
Inside the Graveyard, facing the direction of Marine Headquarters.
Garp sat cross-legged in front of the huge blank Tombstone.
In front of him was a Newspaper.
The Sea Breeze blew, lifting a corner of the Newspaper, revealing the name of Gol D. Roger.
Garp silently watched the busy Navy in the Marineford Square in the distance.
On his rugged Face, tempered by Sea Breeze and war, there was no expression.
Da, da—
In the quiet Graveyard, the crisp Sound of Leather Shoes stepping on the stone slabs suddenly rang out.
Garp didn't need to turn his Head to know who was coming. At this time, besides him, probably only Sengoku would come here.
Sengoku glanced at the nameless Navy Tombstone and came behind Garp.
He lowered his Head and looked down, saw the Newspaper in front of Garp, and his Gaze moved slightly.
"Rosinante that child is coming back."
After sitting cross-legged beside Garp, Sengoku suddenly spoke.
And hearing Sengoku's Words, Garp's Body moved slightly, turned his Head to look at Sengoku, and then continued to look at the Scene of Marineford that had not changed for many years.
Seeing Garp's Look, Sengoku continued calmly: "Rosinante met Nicholas in Dress Rosa, and that Nicholas Weapon appeared with Dorag. And Morgans' News is true, Nicholas was indeed seriously injured when he appeared in Dress Rosa."
"..."
Garp heard this, looked at Sengoku and frowned, seemingly waiting for Sengoku's next Words.
Sengoku paused for a moment, and continued: "Nicholas asked Rosinante to bring me a Words, he said that what we see may not be so invincible."
And as Sengoku's Words fell, a Gale suddenly blew on the Sea Surface, blowing the Seagull Banner representing the Navy on Marineford, making it flutter loudly!
(End of Chapter)
Chapter 385 Whitebeard's Entanglement
New World, Wano Country.
Inside a spacious and bright Banquet Hall, a Long Table was placed.
On the Long Table, various Delicious Food, Fruits and Vegetables, and Fine Wine were laid out.
Whitebeard sat in the main seat, ignoring the Existence of all kinds of Delicious Food, only picking up the Wine Bowl on the table and continuously pouring it into his mouth.
Obviously, the Thing in Wano Country made his Thought quite uneasy.
The Pirates of the Whitebeard Pirates beside him also seemed to be affected by Whitebeard, losing their usual cheerfulness, and the Atmosphere of the Banquet seemed a bit dull.
"Hey, Marco, what do you say we should do about Wano Country this time? I think Pops seems very Entanglement."
Sachi quietly came to Marco's side, shielding his face with the back of his hand, and said with a worried Face.
"What to do? We just wait for Pops' decision. Whether to start a Battle with Nicholas or not is up to Pops to decide."
Marco said indifferently. For them, as long as it was a decision made by Whitebeard, even if it was wrong, they would execute it without hesitation.
"But..."
Thinking of the Scene he had seen in White Dance some time ago, Sachi suddenly became anxious.
It can be said that most of the people who choose to go to Sea and become Pirates have encountered Misfortune, and only a small number of people are for adventure and chasing Dream.
After all, if they had a happy Life, who would be willing to wander around on the Grand Line all day, living a precarious Life under the pursuit of the Marine.
"Sachi, don't worry, Pops will arrange everything."
Marco said comfortingly to Sachi.
"Hahahaha, Marco, you are probably being optimistic this time."
Marshall D Teach, a Member of the Whitebeard Pirates' Second Division, came to the two of them with Wine and said with a smile.
"Oh, Teach, what do you think? After all, Kozuki Oden was also the Captain of the Second Division."
Sachi looked at Teach curiously and asked, wanting to see what this Member of the Second Division thought about this Thing.
"Hahahaha, what else can I think? If you calculate the Time, the Widow of the Kozuki Family will bring Kozuki Oden's pair of Children to find Captain again.
In fact, Captain is already unwilling to get involved in the Things of Wano Country. After all, we originally came to Wano Country with the idea of helping the Kozuki Family to restore order, but now you have also seen those People who have broken away from the Rule of the Kozuki Family, they are very satisfied with their current Life and are unwilling to return to the days of being enslaved by Kozuki..."
Looking at Sachi's strange Eyes, Teach also knew that he had slipped of the tongue, so he stretched out his Palm to Sachi and said, "Slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue, unwilling to return to the days of being led by Kozuki. And you also know that the Reason Pops went to Sea back then was because of the poverty of his Hometown and being harmed by various Pirates, so when he saw the peaceful Life of Ordinary People in White Dance and other places, Pops was actually unwilling to destroy it.
After all, if he did that, what would be the difference between Pops and those Weapons who plunged his Hometown into misery back then.
But considering Captain Izo's Face, he couldn't say it directly. As for the Kozuki Family..."
Teach continued faintly, "Kozuki Oden has been dead for who knows how many years, that little bit of affection has long been exhausted under Time."
Hearing Teach's Words, Marco also picked up the Wine Bottle in his Hand and took a sip.
I have to admit, Teach is right. If Kozuki Oden had immediately sent a request for Support to the Whitebeard Pirates after returning to Wano Country, then Pops would have undoubtedly brought the entire Whitebeard Pirates to Wano Country to Support Kozuki Oden.
But Kozuki Oden chose the worst path. Since the Person is already dead, the affection will naturally slowly fade.
They have a good relationship with Kozuki Oden, but this does not mean that the Whitebeard Pirates have a good relationship with the so-called Kozuki Family and the Heir of the Kozuki Family.
"Pops, Izo and Cat and Dog are here."
Hearing the Sound of the Whitebeard Pirates Member at the door, everyone in the Banquet Hall of the Whitebeard Pirates couldn't help but look towards the direction of the door.
...
Calm Belt in the New World, near the North Blue side.
A Large Ship in the shape of a Flamingo was being pulled by two Sea Kings and was sailing towards the Calm Belt.
Doflamingo was sitting cross-legged on the Ship's Bow, constantly moving his Fingers to Control the Sea Kings pulling the Ship.
"Young Master, are we going back to North Blue?"
Señor stood beside Doflamingo, lit a Cigarette, and then asked.
Obviously, the Thing in Dress Rosa had dealt a considerable Blow to them, and it also made them realize the insurmountable Chasm between them and Top Tier Grand Line Powerhouse Existence.
"Yes, go back to North Blue first, and then go to Sabaody Archipelago. With the rising Wind and Cloud of the Era, Sabaody Archipelago is destined to become the center of the Era vortex."
Doflamingo looked at the Calm Belt that was about to arrive and said.
"Doffy, are we really going to Surrender to Nicholas?"
Trebol said somewhat unwillingly. The Reason why he chose Doflamingo in the first place was because he valued Doflamingo's Kingly Qualities. If Doflamingo chose to Surrender to Nicholas, then wouldn't his efforts over the years be in vain?
"Trebol, on this Grand Line, Strength speaks. Nicholas has already set his Eyes on us. Unless he Death, otherwise, once he decides to hunt us down, no one can live. Don't forget, he is very interested in Pica's Fruit.
By the way, is there any News about Rosinante?"
Doflamingo turned his head to look at Trebol. When they left Dress Rosa, they only found the Corpses of Jora and Gladius, and did not see Rosinante's Corpse.
So Doflamingo was very sure that Rosinante was definitely not dead.
"No News for the Time being, but I have already asked the Intelligence Department under the Family to pay attention."
...
Above a Sea Area.
Kaido, who had transformed back into human form, propped himself up with his Spiked Club in one Hand. The Sake Gourd that he never left his Hand had also disappeared. The Fury in his Eyes seemed to be Substantiation.
Standing beside him were Queen and King.
In front of him was a group of Beasts Pirates Members who could not hide their fear.
"Why couldn't you even keep an eye on one Person!?"
Kaido looked at his Subordinates coldly, his Voice squeezed out from between his teeth, full of Anger.
"..."
Faced with Kaido's question, even Queen kept Silence at this Time. Perhaps only King could speak when Kaido was furious, and no one else unless they were tired of Life.
Other Ordinary People of the Beasts Pirates did not know the Status of Young Master Yamato in Kaido's heart, but Queen knew it very well.
After Young Master Yamato showed outstanding Talent and those Kingly Qualities.
Kaido had always wanted to forge Young Master Yamato into the most perfect Weapon of the Beasts Pirates.
As long as Young Master Yamato, this Sharp Blade, is forged, then the Beasts Pirates at that Time will have two Grand Line Kings, plus King and him, the genius Queen, and the Military Strength of the Beasts Pirates, they can completely become the strongest Force on the Grand Line!
But the Sharp Blade has not yet been forged, and the Whitebeard Pirates have come. As a result, the Beasts Pirates, who hurriedly ran away from Wano Country, suddenly discovered that Young Master Yamato was gone. This Thing is a big deal.
Queen also knew that when Kaido led the retreat, Kaido forgot about Young Master Yamato.
But the Principle is this Principle.
But Queen didn't dare to explain.
This is equivalent to exposing Kaido's Wound. If the leader remembers it in a small notebook, it will be over.
Kaido looked coldly at the crowd who lowered their heads and remained silent.
After a while.
He turned his head and said to Queen.
"Queen, how is your Research going?"
It can be said that the current Kaido has no patience anymore.
He must see Queen create the first Ancient Zoan Artificial Devil Fruit in a very short Time and equip it into the Beasts Pirates.
Queen obviously also understood Kaido's Thought.
He really wanted to explain to Kaido that scientific Research is not a burst of power in Battle. Scientific Research requires Time to accumulate.
But he knew very well that Kaido would not care about these Things, he would only care about whether you can produce results.
"Is there any way to speed up the progress..."
Queen is also very anxious.
Suddenly.
A Figure flashed through Queen's mind—
Vegapunk, ah spit, no.
It was Vinsmoke Judge who used to be his lackey with Vegapunk!
(End of this chapter)