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Lei Luo sneered: "Not only do the enemy not surrender, but they also dare to fight back."
Chapter 24 Bombarding the Cruise Ship
With Jin around, no matter how fiercely the enemy pirate crew bombarded them, it would be to no avail.
The Blood Blade Pirates quickly realized something was wrong and tried to turn their ship around to escape, but the "Azure Dragon" was huge but incredibly fast, as its power system was personally modified by Queen.
To be fair, the Skull and Bones Flag, which is still relatively unknown, is quite deceptive; otherwise, they would have run away immediately.
Before long, the Blood Blade Pirates were caught up by the "Azure Dragon".
King, wielding a longsword and with his wings spread wide, didn't even bother to activate the flames on his back, and flew ahead to the enemy pirate ship.
Matituo waved his flag vigorously, giving his brother Englaralalik an "inspiration" buff.
Englararic released the rudder in his hand and instantly transformed into a majestic lion. Encouraged by the inspiration, he felt his whole body filled with power.
"Brother, come on!"
The lion charged towards the opposing pirate crew, with his sister Mattitou cheering him on from behind.
They were all people who lived on the edge of death, and naturally they were unwilling to sit idly by and wait for their demise.
The captain of the Blood Blade Pirates raised his sword and shouted, "Men, kill them all! Once we're ashore, I'll treat you to the red-light district, and I'll pay for everything!"
"Go through fire and water, Captain!"
As Jin watched the pirates charging towards him with a whoosh, his eyes widened suddenly, and his Conqueror's Haki erupted, unleashing a terrifying aura that swept across the land, accompanied by flashes of dark red lightning.
However, the Conqueror's Haki dissipated immediately after it was unleashed.
Jin shook his head in disappointment, still unable to master this power.
He had witnessed the scene of Mr. Kaido and Mr. Leylo unleashing their Conqueror's Haki, which was domineering and vast, like the awe-inspiring might of the heavens, instantly stunning everyone on the entire island.
The captain couldn't understand Conqueror's Haki in the first half of the Grand Line. Seeing most of his crew members instantly unconscious, he could only attribute it to some kind of Devil Fruit power.
But since I'm alright, it means this ability is useless to me, so I might as well die!
A cruel smile crept across the captain's lips as he charged toward Jin, knife in hand.
Jin raised his longsword and easily blocked the opponent's fierce attack, while Englararic also rushed towards the enemy's crew members who had not been knocked unconscious.
The battle is about to break out.
Kaido and Raelo lay on beach chairs, completely unconcerned about the battle, and casually commented on it.
"Jin's Conqueror's Haki is quite strong."
Lei Luo nodded in agreement. Jin's awakening method was based on eight hundred years of accumulated hatred, so his strength was naturally not low.
Those who didn't faint were simply not affected by the outbreak because it was too short.
"It's just that I'm not skilled enough yet."
Kaido grinned and said, "Oh ho ho ho ho ho, we're still here, we'll get the hang of it sooner or later."
Lei Luo smiled and said, "Of course."
It's mainly you, the gold medal teacher!
Captain Bloodblade was no match for Jhin. He didn't even know Haki, and his defense couldn't even break through Jhin's. He was quickly cut down by Jhin's blade.
Although Englararic currently lacks any combat skills, his massive physique, the terrifying physical enhancement from his Zoan-type Devil Fruit, and the encouragement buff from his sister Mattitau all combined to easily kill all the pirates.
The two returned to the "Azure Dragon" to report to Kaido and Leylo. Kaido smiled with satisfaction and said, "Well done."
Stussy, the treasurer, immediately ran to the enemy pirate ship to loot valuables and put them into his own private world.
Upon returning to the "Azure Dragon," her delicate face revealed utter disdain: "Pah, a poor pirate crew!"
Lei Luo couldn't help but laugh. How much money could a pirate crew in the first half of the Grand Line have? Besides, this girl's standards had been raised too high after she got her hands on the Golden City.
Following Lei Luo's instructions, Old En sailed the "Azure Dragon" all the way to the front of the Red Earth.
The Tengshe rose up on the mist, and the fiery clouds dragged the "Azure Dragon" across the Red Earth Continent, arriving in the New World.
A certain sea area in the first half of the Grand Line.
The Celestial Dragons' cruise ship sped across the sea, piloted by slaves.
Leilo neither killed the slaves nor helped them.
He had already saved these slaves; he wasn't some saint, and he wanted to help them to the end, ensuring that all the slaves were safely sent home.
The slaves found the key, unlocked their collars and handcuffs, and took over the cruise ship.
Unfortunately, they were overtaken by the Warring States period.
Kong had given this matter a lot of thought before sending someone from the Warring States period to handle it.
Zephyr was so kind and compassionate that he couldn't even bring himself to kill pirates, earning him the nickname "the admiral who doesn't kill."
He wouldn't be able to bring himself to do it if he were in charge.
Garp was similar; he looked down on those Celestial Dragons, and after all, Garp wasn't a Marine Admiral.
Therefore, the only option was to send someone from the Warring States period.
During the Warring States period, the navy led warships to intercept the cruise ship.
Although the Celestial Dragons' cruise ships were luxurious, they were not equipped with any cannons.
As members of the world's nobility, the Celestial Dragons are protected by warships when they travel, and ordinary people dare not attack their cruise ships.
Therefore, the slaves had no means of resistance and could only watch helplessly as the navy boarded the cruise ship and took control of them all.
The Navy quickly ascertained the situation of the cruise ship: the Celestial Dragons were dead, the CP agents were dead, and all that remained were pitiful slaves.
Recalling the solemnity with which Marshal Kong personally issued the order, Zhan Guo couldn't help but close his eyes in anguish.
Even the pirates spared the lives of these poor souls, yet the Marines, who are supposed to be righteous, are determined to exterminate them all just to prevent the news of the Celestial Dragons' deaths from spreading!
What kind of justice is this? What kind of navy is this? What has their navy actually protected?
During the Warring States period, he would clench and unclench his fists repeatedly.
This naval admiral, who strikes fear into the hearts of pirates, is not at peace at this moment; his mind is in turmoil.
After much deliberation, the admiral finally issued a cold and cruel order:
Sink the cruise ship, and let the news of the Celestial Dragons' murder sink into the sea.
The slaves were left on the cruise ship, the navy returned to the warships, and immediately, the cannons roared.
Shells rained down on the cruise ship.
Flames soared into the sky, and cries of agony filled the air.
Sengoku closed his eyes, unable to bear it, constantly trying to convince himself: this is for the stability of the world. Death, perhaps, is a relief for these slaves.
This ridiculous reason cannot convince myself.
The cruise ship slowly sank into the sea. Sengoku turned and walked towards the cabin. The biting sea breeze blew past, and the "Justice" cloak behind him fluttered in the wind, as if it were mocking him.
I wonder if anyone will think this is a bad point, or that Lei Luo killed these slaves.
Actually, the main reason I wrote this is to convey a few points: first, Rylo is not a saint; second, the world government treats human life as worthless; and third, the Navy's distorted justice.
Finally, I'm begging for everything!
Chapter 25 Baltimore Island
"Marshal Kong".
After sinking the cruise ship, Sengoku returned to his cabin and immediately took out a Den Den Mushi to call Sora.
He knew that the Marshal and the Five Elders had been closely monitoring the matter.
Sora had been waiting in his office for Sengoku's call so he could report back to the Five Elders. As soon as he answered the phone, he asked, "Sengoku, how's the matter going?"
Suppressing his complex emotions, Sengoku reported truthfully: "All survivors of the incident have been dealt with, and we guarantee that no word will leak out. The Beasts Pirates have not yet been found."
Holding the Den Den Mushi, he nodded with satisfaction; the Sengoku period was indeed very efficient.
The fact that everyone was silenced was thus completely covered up.
Even if the Beasts Pirates themselves tell the truth, someone has to believe it; it's not like whatever you say is true.
As for Sengoku not capturing the Beasts Pirates, that was expected; who would be foolish enough to wait for the Marines to arrive?
Kong suddenly recalled a strange incident from the intelligence he had just reviewed, and he sensed something unusual about it.
"During the Warring States period, the entire Devil Town on Jaya Island fell into a coma twice within a single month, which is no ordinary occurrence. There is only one possibility that could have caused this."
Sengoku blurted out, "Conqueror's Haki!"
“That’s right,” Kong affirmed.
Without needing to say anything more, Sengoku already understood why Marshal Kong had brought this up.
"Among the pirates in the first half of the Grand Line, the only ones who possess Conqueror's Haki and are still around are Kaido and Rayleigh of the Beasts Pirates. I'm heading to Devil's Town right now."
Kong is becoming increasingly satisfied with the Warring States period; he can draw inferences from one instance to another.
"Okay, you should head there now. If you still can't find the Beasts Pirates, then head to the Sabaody Archipelago."
“I don’t believe they won’t go to the New World. Even if they get to Sabaody Archipelago ahead of time, they’ll still have to wait there for the ship to be coated before they can go to Fishman Island.”
"Yes, I'll head over right away." After hanging up the phone, Sengoku immediately led his fleet towards Devil Town on Jaya Island.
Throughout the journey, Sengoku frowned, pondering the movements of the Beasts Pirates and why he couldn't understand why they had stunned the entire island twice.
What are they doing that they're up to?
Upon arriving at Devil Town, Sengoku found it eerily silent. Although the residents had awakened, they were still shaken.
Anyone would feel terrified if they fainted twice in a row without any reason within a month.
Sengoku carefully inquired about the symptoms of the local naval branch members when they fainted.
Everyone looked exactly the same: confused, foaming at the mouth, and unconscious.
It really is Conqueror's Haki, but we can't find the Beasts Pirates anywhere in this sea.
Where did they go?
Never mind, we can't waste any more time.
Who cares where he goes, he'll eventually go to the new world.
Sengoku made a decisive move and ordered the fleet to head to the Sabaody Archipelago immediately.
Baltimore Island, also known as the Machine Island.
This is a winter island, covered in snow all year round, with the surrounding seas frozen over, requiring large icebreakers to reach.
After a period of travel, the Beasts Pirates finally arrived at this place.
"It truly is a land of ice and snow for thousands of miles."
Lei Luo stood on the snow that never melts, looking at the silver-clad world before him, and couldn't help but sigh.
Stussy lay on Leilo's back, his whole body wrapped in thick winter clothes, but he still couldn't keep out the cold. His little face was red from the cold, and his body was shivering.
Unable to contain himself, he complained, "It's freezing! What are you doing in this godforsaken place?!"
As she spoke, she hugged Lei Luo even tighter, seeking more warmth.
It's no wonder Stussy complained; it was indeed cold, so cold that even Rello wanted to hibernate.
Lero recalled that Vegapunk had semi-mechanized the animals here in his early years to help the people reduce physical labor.
Later, an attempt was made to build a large heating furnace here to improve the lives of the island's residents, but it was eventually halted due to funding and technical issues.
It's really just a matter of funding. How could Vegapunk possibly have technical problems building a heating furnace?
Kaido and his crew weren't as weak as Stussy, and King even thoughtfully lit up the flames on his back to help dispel the cold.
Lei Luo looked at the conspicuous building on the island, and unsurprisingly, it was Vegapunk's former research institute.
This is a treasure! It contains Vegapunk's manuscripts and drawings from his past research.
The group slowly made their way towards the research institute...