The Bone-Deep Humiliation!

It should be said that the battle was one-sided from the very beginning.

"Crush you!"

The behemoth, which was over twenty meters long from start to finish, transformed into a semi-trailer and rampaged across the battlefield, with no one able to stop it.

None of the unfortunate souls who stood in his way met a different fate; they were mercilessly trampled into mincemeat.

However, compared to its four brothers, this Brachiosaurus was the weakest in terms of destructive power.

Each time the massive fireball landed, it was an explosion comparable to a heavy artillery bombardment.

The raging thunder accompanied the streak of lightning, which continuously burst forth; to touch it meant certain death.

The blond-haired boy rode the wind, flying through the air and continuously unleashing wind blades powerful enough to easily slice through a human body.

However, the one with the most destructive power is undoubtedly the pink-haired boy; the pinker the hair, the more ruthless he becomes.

Unlike the other four brothers, the cape of his Poison Pink Battle Suit resembles the wings of a fluttering moth, and combined with the jet vents on his combat boots, it allows him to achieve true flight.

As it swept across the sky, pink air currents fell from nowhere. These currents, if they just touched a person's skin, would quickly corrode their flesh. If someone accidentally inhaled them, their stomach would be completely corroded away in the blink of an eye.

In just a moment, this coastline had been transformed into a living hell.

No! No!

Doctor Trafalgar watched all this, feeling his entire body stiffen. "This shouldn't be happening..."

If he hadn't tried to outsmart Roa and get something for nothing from the Calamity Company, this wouldn't have happened.

It's all my fault, it's all my fault!

This doctor, who had once saved lives, was now completely stunned on the battlefield. He couldn't even move, let alone pick up a weapon to fight.

Fortunately, even within the Self-Respect Army, he was a civilian employee.

Someone took over command while Dragon was away. "Counterattack! Counterattack now!"

In fact, there was no need for command. When the Five Color Squad launched its attack without mercy, the soldiers of the Self-Respect Army had already spontaneously retaliated.

Da da da da!

A barrage of gunfire echoed across the battlefield.

Even though they were far inferior to the weapons used by the Scourge, the weapons that Roa sold to the seas were definitely "future weapons" that far surpassed the current average level of the seas.

The overwhelming firepower instantly engulfed the five brothers.

As for the Electric Blue, who moved across the battlefield like lightning, no one could lock onto him.

Spark Red, which throws fireballs like a cannon, is no match; it's instantly engulfed by a storm of metal. Storm Yellow and Poison Pink, flying in the air, need no further attention; they're directly targeted without any risk of collateral damage.

However, the one that gets targeted the most has to be the rampaging Brachiosaurus Winch Green. Its enormous size makes it a perfect target; you don't even need to aim, at least two-thirds of the firepower is directed at it.

Even after the guns, rocket launchers were also used against him.

Overwhelming troop strength resulted in overwhelming firepower superiority!

However, this also made the soldiers realize an even more desperate reality.

"It itches so much! Haven't you had enough?!"

Amidst the thick smoke of exploding shells, the Brachiosaurus, its clothes slightly soiled, emerged unharmed and continued its frenzied trampling of war, unstoppable by gunfire or explosions.

In fact, having eaten an Ancient Zoan Devil Fruit more than his four brothers, he may appear unassuming and lack the power of his brothers' lightning, fire, wind, and poison, but he is actually the strongest of the five.

It boasts the strongest power, the strongest defense, the strongest stamina, and speed that is second only to Electric Blue, possessing a simple and unpretentious numerical beauty.

However, apart from him, the other four brothers were also unharmed.

Their exoskeletons were already impervious to blades and bullets, and with the latest Battle Suit, all the attacks from the Self-Respect Army could only leave a few stains on their bodies.

What kind of monsters are they?!

Realizing that no attack would work, even though the army was composed of Flevance who had long since become indifferent to death, their morale was beginning to crumble.

Even if you're fearless, you can't die in vain, right?

"Go to hell!! You bastard!!"

A high-ranking officer of the Self-Respect Army, his eyes bloodshot, frantically slashed at the face of Huo Spark Red, who had just been killed by another fireball.

However, the incredibly sharp blade couldn't even leave a scratch on Spark Red's face.

"Um?"

Spark Red grabbed the man's neck, the residual heat from her hand instantly scalding him, causing him to scream in agony.

Am I going to die?

He thought, "Is this all so meaningless?"

But.

Spark Red didn't immediately snap the man's neck; instead, she took a quick look at his face.

Then, he casually threw the man to the ground and fired two more fireballs, burning many more people to ashes.

However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that Spark Red consistently targets ordinary soldiers, avoiding those dressed as officers.

On the shore, Fisher Tiger and Jinbe had already brought the large ship ashore.

Since they had not received orders, the accompanying Clone soldiers obediently remained on the ship.

Only the highly skilled and daring Fisher Tiger and Jinbe landed to watch the spectacle.

Invulnerable to swords and spears?

Jinbe at the expressions of the Five Color Squad, Jinbe couldn't help but exclaim, "They didn't use Haki either! What's with their defense?!"

"Because they're artificial humans."

Fisher Tiger said slowly.

Sure enough, they're on a completely different level from ordinary Clone soldiers!

Roa must value them highly, right?

Therefore, there is no need to make them feel pain.

So, is it possible to mass-produce these advanced androids?

If you can--

Fisher Tiger felt his mouth go dry. Just how far would the Calamity Company expand?

He knew for a moment that it was uncertain whether he could defeat such an artificial human.

Not only were the Self-Respect Army on the coast subjected to a merciless massacre, but in the sky, the battle between monsters had also tipped the scales of victory high.

"Forehead!"

Dragon was once again blasted away by the heavy Mercury Heavy Punch.

It felt like my sternum was about to be shattered!

What a heavy fist!

Dragon looked at the Mercury Heavy Punch that had sent him flying.

Invisible ripples emanated from the jet-black, mercury-like fist.

Flowing Armament Haki!

It wasn't just the technique; the Haki and quality were terrifying! It was a level of skill that a boy of this age shouldn't be able to achieve!

Mercury Barrett, this is a powerful figure who is no less than him!

That was bad enough, but what's worse is...

He is not alone yet.

A sharp slash suddenly appeared in the air behind them.

Even though Dragon had tried his best to dodge, a deep wound was still torn into his right shoulder.

Dragon, enveloped in a fierce wind, tried to create distance.

But the celestial dog that emerged from the air also manipulated the wind, and its speed was equally astonishing.

Abel, the Devil's Descendant!

The Lunarian already possessed extraordinary racial talents, and they were even Mythical Zoan users!

Putting aside the ability to become invisible, the ability to control wind and fire is troublesome enough.

More importantly, his slashes were terrifyingly sharp!

Although the Armament Haki wrapped around his sword was also of the Flow level, pure Armament Haki could never reach that level!

My own Armament Haki is simply no match for it!

That's definitely a high-quality, Famous Sword, and only a special cutting ability could produce that effect!

This guy is also a top-notch fighter, no less skilled than Bullet!

Dealing with one is already very stressful; facing two at the same time is simply impossible!

"Storm Dragon King!!"

Dragon's right fist gathers a whirlwind, and his swung fist becomes a miniature storm.

But Abel's sword, which slashed down, was also wreathed in wind and fire.

The moment the two monstrous men collided in the sky, a gale swept across the heavens, and flames surged forth.

But at the very moment of impact, an invisible mist suddenly condensed around Dragon.

"Ultimate Heavy Cannon!"

Mercury Heavy Punch, as large as a small mountain, slammed into Dragon without hesitation.

Wow!

The leader of the Self-Respect Army coughed up a mouthful of blood in an instant, and his body fell to the ground like a cannonball.

He smashed a huge crater into the ground, causing the surface to crumble.

Bullet and Abel fell from the sky at the same time.

Below, the smoke was instantly swept away by the gale, and the battered and bloodied Dragon transformed his hands into tornadoes, waving them vigorously towards the sky.

Bullet and Abel didn't hesitate; one slammed down with his iron fist, the other cleaved down with his sword.

The massive, mercury-like fist, as large as a small mountain, shattered the whirlwind with overwhelming force, while Abel's sword flashed out and cleaved the whirlwind in two.

Boom!

The earth shook violently, the coastline collapsed instantly, and the sea seemed to boil!

Once the smoke cleared, the battle was over.

Bullet grabbed Dragon's nape with his left hand, pinning him to the ground, pressing his knee into Dragon's back, and gripping his right arm with his right hand.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Abel stepped on Dragon's left arm, while the incredibly sharp Famous Sword Ame no Habakiri held across Dragon's neck.

"It's over."

Abel said indifferently, "With this level of skill, you dare to renege on the boss's debt?"

"..."

Dragon remained silent.

What can be said now?

No matter what is said, it is nothing more than the lament of a loser.

Trafalgar stared blankly at Dragon, who was pinned to the ground.

"That's all,"

His voice trembled, but more than that, it was filled with bewilderment, "Is it over?"

Has all our ambition, all our dreams and future come to an end here?

And all of this was because of one wrong decision he made?

Tears welled up uncontrollably even before the pain was felt inside.

Trafalgar slumped to the ground, feeling as if his back could no longer straighten.

Was it all my fault?

The annihilation of the Self-Respect Army seems inevitable.

The gap in strength is simply too great.

But.

Abel suddenly sheathed his sword and pulled out a Den Den Den Mushi).

"The boss has something to say to you, Monkey D. Dragon."

equally disheartened and feeling that everything was over, Dragon was suddenly taken aback upon hearing this.

Roa wants to talk to me?

Without even waiting for his reply, Abel dialed the number himself.

The call was connected very quickly.

"Oh! Has the call ended by now?"

A clear, youthful voice came from the other end of the phone.

Full of energy, yet strangely tinged with a touch of languor, creating a rather contradictory feeling.

Is that Roa on the other end of the phone?

The world's most terrifying pirate, a monster among monsters!

"Yes, Boss,"

Even though they were separated by a phone call, Abel remained slightly bowed, his tone extremely respectful, "Dragon is under our control."

"Good job, give him the phone."

"Yes."

Abel carefully placed the Den Den Mushi in front of Dragon.

Bullet grabbed the back of Dragon's head and forcibly made him turn his head to look in the direction of the Den Den Mushi.

"I've been keeping an eye on you, Dragon."

The first sentence that came through the phone made Dragon's face stiffen.

Although he was prepared, Dragon still felt a huge sense of defeat when he heard Roa actually say that.

"I was delighted to learn that you were preparing to become enemies with the World Government. There aren't many people in the world as courageous as us to challenge the World Government."

"Us? Where did we come from?"

Dragon tried hard to appear more dignified.

"Don't say that,"

Roa's voice carried a hint of amusement, "The World Government is a bit too powerful. To defeat them, of course we must unite all forces that can be united."

"If you don't even have this kind of awareness, what are you talking about in establishing a new order?"

"..."

Dragon was speechless.

That was indeed what he and Zephyr had planned, but hearing Roa say it only made him feel humiliated.

"Having the same enemy makes us practically allies. Taking advantage of a friend isn't a good habit, Dragon."

Roa laughed and said, "This is just a small lesson for you. Don't do it again, or it will hurt our relationship. Oh, and remember to pay the outstanding balance."

"You mean, a lesson?"

Dragon almost gritted his teeth, and his body instinctively began to struggle.

Bullet immediately intensified his efforts, firmly suppressing him.

"Of course it's a lesson,"

Roa said with some surprise, "I specifically instructed Bullet and Abel to spare your life, and I also made the Five Color Squad avoid your subordinates. I've already been very considerate of you."

"If anyone else dared to do this, I would have burned them all to ashes long ago. You're getting special treatment, after all, I've always had high hopes for you."

"Dragon, you should thank me."

"..."

Dragon nearly ground his teeth to powder, his face flushed red, and the muscles in his face trembled uncontrollably.

Humiliation!

Never before have I felt such humiliation!

What exactly is he in Roa's eyes?

"I said, 'Dragon, say thank you.'"

Dragon could hear a series of screams coming from the battlefield nearby.

The massacre continues.

Dragon was trembling all over. Finally, he closed his eyes and spoke with a pained expression.

"Thank you, Roa, thank you for this lesson..."

"You're welcome. It's only right for friends to help each other."

Roa's laughter grew even warmer. "That's more like it! Why make things so tense when we clearly share the same goal?"

"Let's continue to cooperate well from now on, with the goal of overthrowing the World Government!"

"As always, we will provide you with the best weapons. Don't let me down."

"After all, if you disappoint me, then you have no reason to exist."

"..."

Dragon remained silent.

"Alright, let's stop here then."

Roa casually remarked, "Bullet, Abel, come back. Our friend should have learned a lot from this experience."

"And Dragon, the payment needs to be settled as soon as possible."