Four days before Luo Han returned to Ring Tree Island, at noon, when the sun was at its hottest, Holy Land Mary Geoise.
The Gorosei had just returned from meeting Imu. In the spacious hall, the five of them sat in their respective seats. On the table before them lay a Bounty Poster pierced by swords and two photographs of Luo Han and Cole arriving at Hachinosu Island.
In the silent hall, all five wore grave expressions. They had been sitting like this for a quarter of an hour.
"I still find it hard to believe that the two of you personally acted, yet still let those sinners escape!"
At last, the old man leaning on a cane broke the silence.
"By the time we arrived, there was no one left on the island."
"Their daily belongings were left behind. They must have been rescued with some special Devil Fruit ability."
A sharp glint flashed through the sword-bearing elder's eyes as he voiced his guess.
"This matter ends here. Just have CP0 keep watch on those two brats. We'll find them eventually.
"Now, let us begin carrying out the plan. It is time to deal with Rocks as well!!" said the long-bearded elder as he rose to his feet.
The five exchanged glances, then gathered around the table and stared at Rocks's Bounty Poster as they spoke in unison:
"Then let us proceed!"
Several white clouds drifted across the azure sky, while two pirate ships roamed the gently rippling sea.
They belonged to Luo Han's group. Thanks to Sister Shaku, they had not brought along those small fry this time, making things much quieter.
Only Takk's Green Fork Pirates followed behind them.
So, there were only Luo Han, Sister Shaku, Cole, and the two supermodels on board. Well! Including