King vs. King

"So that's how it is."

Nami sat there, her white legs crossed, put down her coffee, looked at the woman in front of her, and couldn't help but say, "You were once Princess. Your kingdom was occupied, and you endured humiliation and joined the enemy to protect your family. You really had a tough time."

As Violet recounted her story, Nami recalled her past self, who, in order to protect the village, joined Arlong's Crew and spent years working for the enemy.

"But the problem is..."

Violet paused for a moment, then said, "What do you want?"

Don't worry.

Nami waved her hand and said, "We at Baroque Works are not interested in this country. We'll leave once Doflamingo is killed."

At this point, Nami smiled at Violet and said, "In the future, this country will still belong to you."

"Yeah?"

Violet was relieved to hear this; she had come to witness the battle Baroque Works and the Donquixote Family.

But if the wolves are driven away, and tigers come instead, that would be an even greater disaster.

"But."

Violet added, "Winning won't be an easy thing for you."

Don't worry.

Nami smiled and said, "I believe they can do it."

"Is this Dressrosa?"

A bright light suddenly appeared in the sky, slowly coalescing into the shape of Kizaru. "Let's find out where Baroque Works is..."

boom.

A fireball shot out and enveloped Kizaru.

Swoosh.

Kizaru vanished instantly and reappeared in the distance, looking back. "It's Ace. Weren't you involved in the battle?"

"They don't need me over there yet."

Ace looked at Kizaru and said, "But Admiral Kizaru, you arrived really quickly. How long has it been since you arrived?"

Not long after Xia Qiu defeated Pica, Kizaru arrived here at a speed that was utterly terrifying.

"Because someone told me to hurry up and come, I also wanted to slack off."

Kizaru glanced at his watch and said, "Of course, if I fight you, I'll be fine even if I can't catch anyone else."

"Bring it on."

Ace's right hand was already engulfed in flames as he charged towards Kizaru, and the Kizaru instantly clashed.

Not far below, Heckle was holding Caesar, standing outside a clinic.

"It's very unsafe here."

Heckle stroked his chin and said, "The battle between these two caused too much damage. Once Hack has finished the emergency treatment, we should leave here as soon as possible."

Holy Land Mary Geoise is the home of the Celestial Dragons and the seat of the World Government.

In one of the World Government's conference rooms, all Five Elders were gathered. Akainu stood not far away. One of them looked at Akainu and said, "Your plan to Whitebeard is reasonable enough, but the trigger point is somewhat dangerous."

Another person said, "That's right, capturing King Neptune of Fish-Man Island to attract Whitebeard is a bit unrealistic."

Sakazuki said, "But the information sent by the agents proves that Neptune did not betray Whitebeard, and Whitebeard personally came to meet him. Considering their past relationship, having sworn brotherhood, capturing Neptune would surely attract Whitebeard. Moreover, Neptune was held accountable by the World Government for saving Ace, and Whitebeard was determined to come to his rescue. He is not only loyal but also very sentimental."

"Attracting Whitebeard is no problem."

One of the Five Elders said, "But Neptune is, after all, a king. Capturing a king would discourage other countries."

"That's right, that's right. And they are the only kings of the Merfolk, recognized by the Fish-Man Race themselves."

Another of the Five Elders said, "Arresting him will only exacerbate racial tensions."

Don't worry.

Sakazuki said, "Our reason for capturing him is that he's colluding with Whitebeard. Once that gets out, no country will support him. Besides, Ohara has already been destroyed, so what does the World Government have to worry about?"

"As for racial conflicts..."

Sakazuki said, "Our target isn't the Fish-Man Race or Merfolk, it's just the Merfolk. We can just give Fish-Man Race more preferential treatment later, won't that solve the problem?"

"But..."

The Five Elders are still worried.

"King Neptune himself violated the laws of the World Government, colluded with the Whitebeard Pirates, and indirectly caused the deaths of World Government officials and agents."

Sakazuki said coldly, "We are in the right now, and he will arrive in the Holy Land of Mary Geoise in seven days, at which time we will wipe them all out. No one can interfere with our actions."

What you're saying is highly feasible.

One of the Five Elders nodded, and was about to say something when a voice rang out from outside the door, "Report, there is urgent news."

"Come in."

An official walked in, glanced at Akainu, then at the Five Elders, and one of them said, "Just say it."

"That's right."

The official stated directly, "Baroque Works has attacked Dressrosa. Fleet Admiral Sengoku has dispatched Admiral Kizaru, Admiral Aokiji, Vice Admiral Momousagi, and the Navy from the nearby G-5 Base."

"In that case..."

The Five Elders looked at Sakazuki.

"If we can capture Ace, then we naturally won't need Neptune," Sakazuki nodded. "But if we can't capture him, or if Whitebeard blocks our way..."

One of the Five Elders said with a cold expression, "Then capture King Neptune and lure Whitebeard here."

"No matter what, Whitebeard must die."

"As long as he lives, the old era will never end."

"Our conservative approach has limited us; we must take the initiative and attack."

Hearing their words, Sakazuki laughed and said, "That's right, it's time for a change."

"Furfurfural"

In the Dressrosa palace, Doflamingo stood before Law, a gun in his right hand aimed at his head, and said, "Law, your days are numbered. Like my brother, you'll die by my hand. How about it? Do you regret attacking me now?"

"Regret?"

Luo lay on the ground, a cold smile on his face, and said, "I really regret it. I regret not listening to others and insisting on coming to you. I've let down the opportunity they created for me."

"But you will definitely die."

Luo laughed and said, "Because you don't know their strength."

"Ace?"

Doflamingo laughed and said, "I admit he's strong, but he can't defeat me yet. As long as I kill you and prevent them from joining forces against me, I can hold out until the Marines arrive."

"Ace?."

Luo's smile widened. Among the combatants who came this time, there were three whose strength was superior to his.

Ace, Sabo, and Natsu.

If he fails, they will attack. Law doesn't believe Doflamingo can defeat the three of them.

Therefore, Doflamingo is doomed to die, and Law is already very satisfied with this outcome.

I have let them down, even though Mr. Xia has done so much.

"Luo!"

Doflamingo looked at Law and said, "If you are willing to use the Op-Op Fruit to perform the Eternal Youth Surgery on me, I can let them go."

"Wishful thinking," Luo said coldly.

"Then die."

Doflamingo raised his gun, aimed at Law, and was about to pull the trigger.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing."

Luo's smile widened.

What else do you want to say?

Doflamingo stared at Law and said.

"Actually..."

Luo opened his lips and uttered just two words.

The next moment, the wall suddenly shattered, and a colossal creature crashed through the palace wall, hurtling towards Doflamingo.