General "Black Python"
"An arena? It's been a long time since I've seen a competition like this."
In just about an hour, Lucci and Yisheng fell from the sky and arrived in Dressrosa.
At this time, war had not yet broken out in Dressrosa. In the Colosseum, fierce fighting was taking place, but it seemed to be nearing its end.
The fight between a group of third-rate characters, which resembled children's squabbles, could only pique Lucci's slight interest in watching.
"This country... seems to be shrouded in fear and anger."
"Shouldn't we liberate them?"
I'll never see what the arena is like; all I know is that most of the emotions I hear around me are negative.
"The common people of Dressrosa are really unlucky to have Shichibukai like him."
"However, judging from Cifer's tone, I estimate that others will make their move; we just need to wait."
Lucci did not question his captain's orders in the slightest.
The two left quietly and strolled leisurely down the street. As they walked, they even saw several toys running around in the street.
"Is this also Devil Fruit ability? It's really like a joke..."
Lucci was somewhat surprised, but that was about it.
"You must be the companions of the 'Black Winged Great Demon'? I've been waiting for you for a long time."
Suddenly a voice came, and the two turned their heads to see a tall man, nearly four meters tall, wearing Justice Coat, leading a group of navy personnel onto the scene.
His eyes held a hint of fervor, as if he had spotted some rare treasure.
"Mr. Burley! We are not allowed to take action against the Sea Emperor's officers without permission from above, especially members of Las Noches!"
The marines behind him were a little nervous and hurriedly reminded him.
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. Besides, who do those people up there think they are?!"
Black Python revealed a disdainful smile, whether Lucci and his companion or at the so-called high-ranking officials of the World Government mentioned by the marines.
"Admiral? Another lackey of the Celestial Dragons."
Lucci took his hands out of his pockets, twisted his neck, and made a creaking sound.
"Some things shouldn't be said carelessly."
The Black Python was clearly not satisfied with his words.
"Looks like they're the enemy! I'll handle this."
He picked up his cane and slowly drew out the Supreme Grade Sword, Gambler's Fireline.
He could sense that his opponent was very strong, and that Lucci was probably no match for him now.
"Please don't misunderstand, I just wanted to test just how strong that man's companion really is."
As the Black Python spoke, it had already appeared in front of the two of them.
"Back off!"
His officer behind him shouted urgently, and the group of marines quickly withdrew from the battle scene.
Gravity Sword - Tiger Strike!
With a wave of his hand, a violent gust of wind swept towards the former.
Armament Haki: Hardening!
"Dragon Strike!"
The Black Python's right fist was covered with a powerful aura of Haki, and the fist wind wrapped around it transformed into a raging dragon.
"Clang!"
The fist clashed with the blade, producing a sound like steel hitting steel, and the buildings behind them were shattered.
"As expected of a senior member of Las Noches, very capable!"
The Black Python's fists relentlessly attacked Yisheng, but were blocked one by one.
Dozens of rounds passed in the blink of an eye, and the two were evenly matched, resulting in a stalemate.
"That guy with Bounty of only 300 million actually managed to stop Admiral Burley's attack!"
Among the marines, some began to record the battle between the two.
Since joining Las Noches, he has almost never truly fought in public.
Therefore, the Marineford only offered a bounty of 300 million for him because he was a fellow Cifer ally, and did not even grant him a nickname.
(No Shirahoshi)
Suddenly, the street became even noisier.
Lucci's gaze swept around and he was surprised to find that some of the toys, as they walked, had turned into living people!
"Did the ability user lose their ability when defeated or killed?"
Seeing the toy turn back into a human and start crying, Lucci felt inexplicably annoyed.
"A god or demon has perished?!"
At this moment, the entire ground began to shake.
The toy turned into a person, the earth shook, and the nearby residents gradually regained their memories, screaming in surprise.
"It seems something extraordinary is about to happen."
Lucci looked down; the unusual tremor he had just experienced was clearly not caused by their casual exchange of blows.
The next moment, countless white lines began to extend upwards in an arc along the edge of the island, eventually converging to form an enormous Birdcage!
"The String-String Fruit, that guy really knows how to use it in creative ways."
Lucci sighed, "Ultimately, it all depends on how the user uses their abilities."
"Let's end this exchange here. I need to get back to what I'm doing."
Seeing this, the Black Python retreated quickly, ceasing its struggle with the creature.
"Mr. Burley, we are now..."
The marines gathered around, waiting for their superiors to give orders.
"Do I need to teach you? This thing is obviously dangerous. Quickly evacuate the civilians!"
Black Python slapped his subordinate on the head and shouted a reprimand.
"Yes!"
The marine was nearly knocked to the ground, but quickly regained his balance and set off.
"You do seem like a proper navy officer."
Lucci rarely gave the other person a second glance.
"Navy or pirate, I am simply a person who pursues justice."
The Black Python's lips curled up, and its conversation with Lucci was like that of long-lost friends.
"I don't like Doflamingo either, but you guys came at the right time."
Upon arriving in Dressrosa and learning about the islanders' situation, the Black Python even considered personally killing the Doflamingo.
However, he hasn't achieved his goal of standing in this position yet, and he still has to listen to the World Government for the time being.
The appearance of the Las Noches members was exactly what he wanted. He could tell from the phone call that the man's attitude towards the Doflamingo was merely to spare his life.
In any case, it wouldn't be surprising if Doflamingo couldn't be saved when facing Las Noches.
"How do you know we're not here to help Doflamingo? As the side of justice, shouldn't you be watching us?"
Lucci put his hands back into his pockets, making sarcastic remarks.
Who knows?
The Black Python turned around and didn't look at the two of them again.
"Please tell that man that I didn't break my promise back then."
Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly stopped, turned his head slightly, said something that left the two of them completely baffled, and then strode away.
"You two gentlemen must be looking for the Donquixote Family, please allow me to show you the way!"
Seeing that the marines had all left, a group of thugs rushed forward, as if afraid of missing such an opportunity to show off.
"Are you all that guy's subordinates?"
"It is our honor to serve the Donquixote Family and Las Noches!"
Their hearts were pounding, feeling as if they were about to burst out of their chests.
"Perfect timing, I'm really angry right now."
"What... does that mean..."
Before the leader of the thugs could finish speaking, he felt the person in front of him getting further and further away, and the surrounding things were constantly receding.
The next instant, he was embedded in the wall of a building, and his once violently beating heart had stopped.