Germa: Reiju's Warning!

North Blue Germa Kingdom

Under the gloomy sky, a vast array of iron-gray warships, resembling an archipelago of steel, lay across the sea.

This mobile kingdom, pieced together from dozens of giant ships, lies silently lurking in the North Blue like a cold, monstrous war beast.

The ship's heavy metal hull gleamed coldly in the wind, constantly radiating a chilling aura of menace.

On the shore, rows of clone soldiers stood straight, dressed in identical armor, their movements exactly the same, their expressions empty, their eyes lifeless.

They resembled walking corpses, yet exuded a chilling and oppressive aura.

This is the place that strikes fear into the hearts of the world— Germa 66.

A nation without territory, a military empire built on war and supported by technology.

The kingdom's ruler, Vinsmoke Judge, was once a genius scientist on par with Dr. Vegapunk.

In his youth, he was in an illegal research group with Vegapunk, and it was during that time that they uncovered the mystery of the "Lineage Factor".

Later, Vegapunk was incorporated into the World Government and became the supreme authority of the Marine Science Unit, while Judge chose to flee.

He returned to Germa with his research findings and continued his research in secret, eventually establishing a massive cloning factory.

These mindless, obedient "soldiers" formed the foundation of the Germa Kingdom.

The small boat slowly entered the Harbor.

Sanji looked up at this vast and cold "hometown," his face somber and his gaze complex.

After many years away, this steel floating island remains cold and cruel, devoid of any human warmth.

The cigarette between his fingers burned to a deep red flame, his voice low and cold. "The nation of science... cloning army... Lineage Factor..."

"What a disgusting 'kingdom'."

The moment he stepped onto the deck, he felt the air become more oppressive, as if the entire kingdom was under his cold gaze.

In the center of the Harbor, a graceful figure was already waiting.

Her long pink hair fluttered gently in the sea breeze, the smooth strands obscuring her right eye.

She was tall and slender with elegant lines, and the "6" tattoo on her outer thigh was as eye-catching as a brand.

A half-smile played at the corners of his lips, a smile that held both tenderness and an unfathomable air of danger.

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--Vinsmoke Reiju.

She is the "Poison Pink" of the Germa Kingdom and Sanji's only sister.

Seeing her younger brother dragging his heavy steps off the small boat, a complex emotion flashed in her eyes, but she only smiled faintly.

"Yo--"

Her voice carried a familiar gentleness and a hint of teasing, as if nothing had changed. "Long time no see, Sanji."

Sanji stopped, his face growing increasingly grim, and gave her a cold glance.

In the firelight, he took a deep drag of his cigarette, exhaling slowly, his voice icy. "Enough with the nonsense."

"What's this about a marriage alliance with Totto Land?"

Reiju's smile remained on her lips, but a hint of darkness subtly crept into her eyes.

She gently brushed aside her long, pink hair, her voice low and slow. "Years ago, the downfall of the Shichibukai Doflamingo... left the black market in the North Blue leaderless."

"Father seized the opportunity and, with his Germa, swallowed up most of the forces."

Now, North Blue is almost entirely under our control.

Sanji was taken aback, his brows furrowing, and his tone laced with sarcasm. "Isn't that great? He's finally achieved his so-called 'rule of the North Blue '?"

Reiju paused for a moment, then shook her head, her tone low and serious. "But such rapid expansion has also attracted considerable attention..."

Sanji's eyes narrowed sharply, the smoke lingering on his lips, his voice as cold as a blade. "The Big Mom Pirates..."

Reiju didn't answer, but turned and walked away, her high heels clicking crisply on the metal deck, echoing in the empty corridor.

Sanji, a cigarette dangling from his lips, followed silently with a somber expression. Their footsteps mingled, creating a suffocatingly heavy atmosphere.

Suddenly, Reiju chuckled softly, her tone seemingly casual. "But honestly, I was quite surprised to learn that you actually joined the Navy~"

I thought you'd continue holed up in that little restaurant.

Sanji snorted coldly and exhaled a puff of white mist, "Since you know I've joined the Marines, you still dare to call me back?"

"Aren't you afraid I'll bring Warships and sink this pile of junk?"

Reiju suddenly stopped.

She slowly turned around, her long pink hair falling down, the smile fading from her lips, her expression more serious than ever before.

Sanji.

She looked directly into her brother's eyes, her voice low. "Do you know... the inside story of Vice Admiral Roy's disappearance?"

"...?!!"

Sanji's pupils suddenly contracted, and the cigarette between his fingers fell silently to the ground.

"Mr. Roy... disappeared?!"

A series of details flashed through his mind like lightning—

Mr. Roy's sudden "long leave of absence," Fleet Admiral Sengoku's vague evasions, and the rumors deliberately avoided within the navy...

And, BIG MOM's unusual attention to Germa.

Sanji felt a chill run down his spine, his heart pounding. "Four Emperors... is trying to use me to test Roy's whereabouts?"

Or should we test his life or death?!

A chill ran down his spine and straight to the top of his head. Sanji lunged forward, grabbing Reiju's shoulders tightly, his voice filled with urgency and anger. "What on earth have you gotten into?!"

Reiju's expression was complicated, but she gently pushed her brother's hand away, her voice low. "Father is trying to cooperate with Big Mom."

"Use Germa's technology in exchange for the protection of the Four Emperors and the islands."

"And the first condition that BIG MOM put forward was--"

She looked directly into Sanji's eyes and said, slowly and deliberately, "Confirm Vice Admiral Roy's life or death."

"Boom--"

Sanji's head buzzed, and he staggered backward, his back against the cold metal wall, his heart feeling as if it had been struck hard by a hammer.

"I see..."

He muttered to himself, his expression contorted with rage. "Germa... is just a pawn."

"What Big Mom really wants to test is Mr. Roy!"

Reiju sighed softly, a hint of helplessness flashing in her eyes. "Sanji, it's not too late to leave now."

Germa is already a sinking ship; there's no need to drag you down with it.

Sanji remained silent for a moment, then suddenly chuckled and lit another cigarette.

The smoke rose in wisps before his eyes, but could not obscure his increasingly determined gaze.

Stop being so presumptuous.

"I came back, but not for Germa."

He exhaled a smooth smoke ring, his voice steady yet cold. "I'm a navy officer."

"We will never allow the Four Emperors to run rampant in the North Blue."

At this moment, Sanji's eyes no longer held only anger and disgust, but also a sense of composure and determination.

Reiju slightly startled, then gently curved her lips into a smile, a bittersweet yet relieved one. "You've changed a lot..."

Sanji a deep drag of his cigarette. "Ah... after all, I have some trustworthy companions now."

After he finished speaking, the corridor fell silent for a moment.

Reiju gazed at her younger brother in silence for a long time before finally turning away, her footsteps echoing on the metal floor once more.

"Come on, your father is waiting for you in the hall."

The two figures gradually disappeared into the cold depths of the ship.

--at the same time.

On the distant horizon, a large Warship flying a naval ensign is speeding towards them, cutting through the waves.

On the bow deck, Enel and Ace stood side by side.

Both men wore excited yet dangerous smiles, their eyes burning with an eager fighting spirit.

They recalled the sound of the Fleet Admiral Den Den Mushi just before their departure, his heart pounding with excitement.

Ace clenched his fist, flames dancing between his fingers.

"Ha! Finally, I can cause a huge ruckus!"

Enel picked at his ear, a smug smile spreading across his face, lightning crackling around him. "Just what I wanted~"

Beside them, Law stood quietly, his face as cold as frost, while Usopp stood to the side, beads of sweat appearing on his forehead.

He gazed at the distant, cold steel fortress, his eyes filled with worry, and silently called out in his heart:

"Sanji, we're here..."