Blackbeard's Whereabouts

The World Government Member States Conference held in Mary Geoise has been underway for several days.

Thanks to Morgans's extensive propaganda, the story of Las Noches members killing two of the Gorosei and causing havoc in the so-called Holy Land has caused a huge uproar throughout the world.

Furthermore, the withdrawal of several well-known Affiliated Nation and the Revolutionary Army's actions such as cutting off Mary Geoise's food supply routes have caused the Celestial Dragons' status in the eyes of the world to decline rapidly.

For the first time in 800 years, this sacred site has been embroiled in an uncontrollable media storm.

The roundtable meeting, which was originally scheduled to last for seven days, ended abruptly after only three days due to the absence of several participants and an awkward atmosphere.

Aside from some countries' trade exchanges, the only clearly defined policy at the meeting was the abolition of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system.

Marineford.

"Sakazuki —the seas seem to be getting turbulent lately!"

In the Fleet Admiral's Office, Akainu, with a cigar in his mouth, was looking at the latest newspaper in his hand, seemingly deep in thought. Kizaru, who was clipping his nails next to him, casually remarked.

"It's all because of that bastard, who had to choose to cause trouble right before or after the abolition of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system!"

The newspaper was burned to ashes by the lava, Sakazuki's cigar looked like it was about to catch fire.

In the past two years, the sea has become much calmer.

With the Navy led by himself and the Western Emperor led by Black Winged Great Demon, they suppressed Paradise and the New World with absolute power, making the role of the Shichibukai negligible.

The loss of their checks and balances would normally only cause minor disturbances, nothing serious.

However, the timing of this event coincided with the offense against the world's highest authority, allowing some overconfident and ambitious individuals to see the allure of standing at the top.

"Seraphim!"

After a period of deep thought following his outburst, Sakazuki made this decision.

"Learn."

Kizaru blew on his nails, then stood up, preparing to leave.

"Wait... Borsalino, go to Paradise! Don't stay in the New World for now."

As he reached the door, Sakazuki suddenly spoke and gave a strange command.

"So they really are going to abandon us after we've served our purpose..."

Kizaru paused, clearly understanding the hidden meaning in his close friend's words.

"Then I'll leave it to you."

He waved his hand and continued walking out, though his steps were clearly hesitant.

"Trust us, brothers."

Sakazuki didn't speak, he just muttered to himself.

The New World, Hachinosu.

"Hey~ Doctor Kureha and Dalton, are you leaving so soon?"

After a brief stay of a few days at the Hive, the people of the Kingdom of Sakura planned to bid farewell to the Las Noches.

Chopper, holding a bottle of milk, was reluctant to part with his long-lost relative, and a tear glistened in his eye.

"Don't cry, Chopper! You're now a famous executive in Las Noches with a Bounty of 500 Belly! Hahaha~"

Kureha laughed and teased Chopper, she never wanted her silly son to see her vulnerable side.

Therefore, it's best to part ways here. The Kingdom of Sakura needs me, and Chopper has his own future to go on. As long as I know that he is doing well, that's enough.

"What the hell?! Those damned Marines! I, General Chopper, am incredibly strong!"

Chopper, having been hit where it hurt, immediately lay down on the ground and started rolling around.

"Chopper, we've been here for several days already, and there are still things waiting for us in the Kingdom of Sakura."

Dalton crouched down and patted his head.

Although such an important matter as withdrawing from the World Government Member States was something the king could decide, he still wanted to return as soon as possible.

He wanted his people to know what he had seen and heard in Mary Geoise, and to tell them that Drum Island was now completely under the control of Las Noches.

"Don't worry, Chopper, getting to the Kingdom of Sakura won't be difficult for us."

With a gentle tap, Cifer shattered the space, revealing Drum Island on the other side.

"I'm entrusting my silly son to you!"

After saying her last words, Kureha put on sunglasses, turned her back to them, waved, and walked into the Garganta.

Goodbye, Mr. Cifer.

Dalton led his men in close pursuit.

"Well, it's about time we left!"

Neptune and his group also planned to leave to return and continue dealing with the affairs of Fish-Man Island.

"Father, brothers, let's go live on land together after Lord Cifer completes his creation!"

Unlike Chopper, Shirahoshi didn't cry; she cheerfully said goodbye to her family.

"I'm really looking forward to that day!"

Neptune laughed, his eyes narrowing together.

Although the Hive is not as grand as Mary Geoise, they have not experienced any racial discrimination during their stay there.

On the contrary, for some rare reason, the locals are very happy to befriend them, which is what Neptune envisions the land should be like.

"Just wait, it won't be long."

Cifer's gaze shifted into the distance; he believed that Raftel must contain information that could deliver a fatal blow to Im.

"Then I'll leave it to you, Brother Cifer!"

After Neptune and his companions bowed deeply to Cifer, they entered the Garganta marked by Shirahoshi.

"Barto, did those two guys say anything?"

Cifer looked at Bartholomew, who stood beside him with his head held high like a steadfast guard, and asked a question.

"They're very stubborn; they haven't said a word yet!"

Barto gets angry when he talks about them.

While his seniors were away, he diligently patrolled the nearby seas as the "Chief Security Officer of Las Noches".

So he ordered his men to torture them and report back to him every day, but after several days of torture, he didn't get a single piece of information.

"Oh? Then let's go, take me to see it."

Cifer hadn't been to the Hive for a while and had almost forgotten about those two henchmen.

"Over here Senior Cifer ~"

Guided by Barto and the others, in just a short while, in a special the Jail within the Hive, Cifer saw two people covered in blood.

"Boss Barto! Senior Cifer!"

The henchmen who were standing guard nearby immediately stood up and saluted when they saw the two arrive.

"I'm really surprised. How could Blackbeard have you two so loyal? Even after being beaten like this, you didn't say a word."

Looking at them, barely alive, Cifer was somewhat puzzled.

Logically speaking, how could a pirate crew bound together by shared interests have such members, and neither of them seem to be particularly loyal?

"Hey~ What Blackbeard? Boss, didn't you tell us to take them down together?!"

The younger brother standing to the side was the first to show his confusion.

"What?! I ordered you to use torture to force them to tell me where that despicable Blackbeard is!"

Barto's chin drooped to the ground; Jane couldn't believe her underlings could be so stupid.

"What?!"

The underlings' eyes nearly popped out of their sockets.

For days, they beat up the other side whenever they had a spare moment, without asking any questions. The other side did mention not knowing where their captain was, but they didn't pay any attention.

"Senior Cifer! Um~"

Barto kept circling his two index fingers, seemingly a little embarrassed.

Cifer extended his hand, signaling Barto to stop talking. How could he possibly punish his most loyal subordinate for such a trivial matter?

Where is Blackbeard?

Cifer looked at the two men covered in scars and spoke.