The Aftermath: Reactions from All Sides (Part One)
The screen was instantly flooded with cheering comments: {Hahaha, I knew the Straw Hat Luffy could do it! Well done, Straw Hat Luffy Pirates!}
Haha, we finally defeated that arrogant Golden Lion! That felt so good! It was such a relief! Straw Hat Luffy Pirates, thank you!
Hahaha, let's see if that Golden Lion dares to underestimate people from the East Blue again. If the East Blue is the Weakest Sea, then someone who lost to someone from the East Blue is definitely the weakest of the weak!
Hahaha, Golden Lion has really embarrassed himself this time! If I were him, I'd commit seppuku right now. Living in this world is an insult to oneself.
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"Oh ho ho ho, Golden Lion, you're truly a disgrace! To be defeated by a greenhorn like you! Knowing you is the greatest shame of my life!" Kaido mocked.
"Mama, someone like you dares to challenge me? That's hilarious!" Golden Lion Mom scoffed.
Despite the provocations from Kaido and Big Mom, Golden Lion did not appear this time, as he was on his own Sky Island, wreaking havoc!
The Grand Line, a certain floating island.
"Straw Hat Luffy!" the Golden Lion roared, and a fierce slash flew out from his foot, shearing off a large part of the Royal Palace roof, startling everyone present.
At this moment, Indigo, steeling himself, walked up to Golden Lion, swallowed hard, and said in a panic, "Captain... Captain, oh no! The pirates who agreed to join our crew have just sent messages saying they need to reconsider."
"What? These opportunistic bastards are really unreliable!" The Golden Lion's lips twitched violently as he cursed.
"Captain... Captain, there's... there's Den Den Mushi calling, specifically asking for you!" Suddenly, an operator below, holding up Den Den Mushi, pointed it at Golden Lion in a panic.
"Who is it?" The Golden Lion stretched out his hand, and the Den Den Mushi) in the operator's hand immediately flew towards him. "Who is it?" He took the Den Den Mushi and immediately asked into the other end.
"It's me, long time no see, Shiki." A voice that was very familiar to Shiki came from the other end of Den Den Mushi Golden Lion.
"Ochoku, it's you! What... even you're here to mock me?" The Golden Lion frowned, displeased.
"Of course not, Shiki. I'm here to talk to you about a cooperative alliance." Ochoku cut to the chase. "I'm very interested in the plant you have—'IQ'. If you could contribute it so I can study it together, then the pirates on Hachinosu could be at your command. What do you say, Golden Lion?"
"What makes you think I'd accept your invitation?!" Golden Lion said coldly. "You should know that in the world of pirates, the most unreliable thing is—alliances."
"Because you have no other choice now. You can't go to the East Blue! I estimate that the navy has already amassed a large force there, just waiting for you to walk into their trap!"
"Furthermore, because you lost to the Straw Hat Luffy Pirates in that Jianying of the God from Beyond the Domain, your standing among the pirates has probably plummeted!"
"If I'm not mistaken, all those pirates who were originally planning to join your crew must have changed their minds by now!"
Ochoku confidently stated, "Therefore, besides me, you simply cannot find anyone else who can help you!"
"How about it? Want to consider it?! If you want to cooperate with me, then come find me on Hachinosu!"
"As for the details of our alliance, we can discuss them face-to-face after you arrive at Hachinosu. After all, it's not safe inside Den Den Mushi!"
Upon hearing this, the Golden Lion fell silent for a moment, his eyes flickering with something. Finally, he sighed helplessly and conceded, "Alright then! I'll go to Hachinosu to find you now."
The Holy Land, Mary Geoise, Fleet Admiral's Office.
"Really? We overheard the conversation between Golden Lion and Ochoku! Golden Lion isn't going to the East Blue anymore! Then recall all the naval forces originally sent to the East Blue! Then send out a barrage of comments to spread the news and calm the hearts of the people in the East Blue! As for Golden Lion and Ochoku's matter, we'll deal with it later!" After listening to the information overheard on the Den Den Mushi, Sengoku pondered for a moment before giving the order.
"Yes, Fleet Admiral!" came the obedient voice from the other end of the Den Den Mushi.
"Finally, another good thing!" Sengoku said quietly.
Before long, a dazzling barrage of messages from the Marine Headquarters appeared on the screen.
In an instant, the unrest in the East Blue was quelled. {This is Marine Headquarters. We have just received news that Golden Lion Shiki has abandoned his mission to the East Blue. Please rest assured, people of the East Blue. To reiterate, this is...}
East Blue, Goa Kingdom, inside the Makino Tavern.
"What's this from the Navy?! It's like they defeated that Golden Lion guy."
"Yeah, they really know how to steal the limelight! If Luffy and his crew hadn't defeated that guy called Golden Lion, would they have given up coming to the East Blue?"
"Anyway, I don't care. In my heart, Luffy and his crew are the greatest benefactors of Foosha Village, oh! No, of the East Blue!"
"I think so too, let's go to the Navy!"
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Hearing the discontented discussions of the surrounding villagers, a hint of resentment appeared on the face of the village Slap, Slap, who sneered, "The Navy? Heh."
Goa Kingdom, Mount Colubo, Bandit's House.
"Utterly shameless! The Navy is utterly shameless!"
"I really want to grab a knife and go to Marine Headquarters to settle accounts with them!"
"Uh! How brave are you? You brag without even thinking. But honestly, I feel really sorry for Luffy! Don't you think so too, boss?"
"Ah! Me? I don't care! As long as Luffy is safe and sound!" Hearing her subordinate's sudden question, Dadan's eyes flashed with affection as she calmly replied.
East Blue, Shimotsuki Village, Shimotsuki Dojo.
"The Navy is truly shameless! They're stealing credit from Zoro and the others."
"That's right, when I grow up, I want to be a pirate like Zoro and give the Marines a good beating."
"Me too."
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"Hey! That's enough, you lot! Becoming a pirate is no good!" Koshiro interrupted his disciples' pirate dreams, saying, "Besides, your senior brother Zoro wouldn't care too much about these things."
The East Blue, a certain area of the sea.
"It's only because Brother Zoro doesn't care about this, otherwise, I would definitely accompany him to Marine Headquarters to demand justice." Sword Saint Johnny said, gripping the fishing net tightly.
"Yeah! If Zoro were here, I reckon he'd be more concerned about how big this fish we've caught is." Yosaku the Sword God added, gripping the net tighter. "Johnny, get ready to pull the net in!"
"Understood, Yosaku."
With that, the two of them pulled, and a fish taller than a person was pulled up.
East Blue, Syrup Village, Kaya's House.
"Mr. Usopp, that's wonderful! You've saved me again, saved Syrup Village, and saved the East Blue!" Kaya clapped her hands excitedly and said.
East Blue, floating restaurant, Baratie.
"The Navy is truly despicable! I hereby declare that I will never cook for the Navy again!"
"Me too."
"I'm different. When they come, I'll charge them double."
"That's a good idea. I'll go ask the boss about it later and see what he thinks."
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Hearing the indignant discussion from the employees downstairs, Red-Leg - Zeff's eyes flashed with dissatisfaction as he muttered, "Should we give the Navy a raise?!"
East Blue, Cocoyasi Village.
"Bellemere, how about that?! I told you the Straw Hat Luffy would definitely rescue Nami, right? They didn't disappoint you, did they!" Nojiko boasted. "Moreover, not only that, their actions indirectly created a crisis in the East Blue. Now you can rest assured and let Nami go with them to become a pirate, right?!"
"Hmph! It's just a lucky break! What's there to be happy about?" Bellemere glared at her and said, "However, considering that the Straw Hat Luffy Pirates was able to protect her well, I'll let her be a pirate for now!"
"Great!" Nojiko and Genzo cheered immediately.
"Huh?!" Bellemere immediately glanced at the two of them, and they instantly fell silent.
Seeing this, Bellemere's lips curled up slightly, and she murmured softly, "You should be happy, Nami."