I Am Here

After the Calamity City entered the skies of the East Blue, the Golden Lion also returned.

The old man was furious.

His elite troops were almost completely wiped out in the previous attack.

If high-ranking officials like Redfield hadn't been reassigned, he would truly be all alone now.

The old man, like Kaido, is now eager to find those scum who were the real culprits. Although he certainly can't handle the Dragon of the End who actually caused the destruction, surely he can handle those remaining dead?

Meanwhile, on an island in the East Blue.

Those who want to save the world from the clutches of the Calamity Company have now gathered here.

Crocodile, a cigar dangling from his lips, looked around at the dense crowd. "Quite a few familiar faces."

The Straw Hat Pirates and the Revolutionary Army were one thing, but the remnants of the Roger Pirates and the Whitebeard Pirates also showed up.

So, when exactly was the Whitebeard Pirates destroyed?

Crocodile only knew that the bastard named Teach under Roa's command now possessed the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit —that bastard was said to be an unprecedented Devil Fruit User.

"Um?"

Crocodile suddenly noticed his old friend's unusual behavior. "Mihawk, what are you looking at?"

The man with sharp, hawk-like eyes was observing someone in the crowd with great interest.

He was a man with short, sharp green hair, and strangely, three knives hung at his waist.

At that moment, the man was also looking at Hawkeye, his eyes filled with a burning light.

Do you know each other?

Crocodile asked with great interest.

"He is a very skilled swordsman, probably no less skilled than Vista."

Hawkeye said sincerely, "Only around twenty years old, right? What a pity."

To possess such power at such a young age, this kid's talent is truly astonishing.

It's such a pity.

He appeared here, and if they lose this time, this kid will certainly not escape death.

They clearly have a brighter and more promising future ahead of them.

"Mihawk!"

The green-haired man, Roronoa Zoro, finally couldn't contain himself any longer. He strode over, his hand on the hilt of his sword. "The man once known as the World's Greatest Swordsman, since we haven't officially started our operation yet, how about a spar to pass the time?"

"If they were top-tier swordsmen, they should have sensed the difference in skill between us the moment our eyes met."

Hawkeye said with great interest.

"Who cares about that kind of thing!"

Zoro didn't care at all, "If a fight could be decided with just one glance, then there would be no need for swords in this world."

His smile grew even more arrogant. "You're here for Roa too, aren't you? Then let's see who's more worthy to clash with Roa's sword!"

"Oh? Interesting!"

Hawkeye finally showed some interest.

Are they swordsmen who, like him, aspire to become Roa?

Is it a case of naiveté or commendable courage?

But for Roa, wasn't he the same?

Since that's the case.

Hawkeye slowly raised his hand, which was already gripping the hilt of the Black Blade on his back. "Not bad for killing time."

"Hey!"

Zoro also drew his sword, "Let's take care of you first, former World's Strongest. That way, it'll be more legitimate for me to challenge Roa!"

Crocodile snorted coldly.

Boring.

But at that very moment, as Hawkeye and Zoro drew their swords simultaneously, a figure suddenly appeared between them.

The newcomer grabbed Mihawk's wrist with one hand, preventing him from drawing the Black Blade from his back, and pressed down on Zoro's shoulder with the other, preventing him from taking another step forward.

"What?"

Both Hawkeye and Zoro's pupils constricted sharply at that moment, and all their muscles tensed up.

Wow, so fast!

Not to mention those directly involved, even Crocodile, who was watching from the sidelines, couldn't help but widen his eyes. He hadn't even noticed how that figure had appeared between Hawkeye and that kid!

"Hehehe! I heard you guys talking about challenging Roa!"

A cheerful, youthful voice rang out, "That won't do! That guy is my match!"

"Who are you!"

Hawkeye stared at the boy in astonishment.

Shouldn't we use the word "teenager" to describe him?

He looked no more than eighteen or nineteen years old, and the childishness on his face had not yet completely faded!

At this age, with this level of skill?

He didn't even have time to react!

Holding his hand, he was powerless to draw his sword!

What's wrong with this kid?!

Wait, what's that straw Straw Hat on his head?

Unlike Hawkeye, who was still somewhat bewildered, Zoro recognized the kid's identity immediately.

"So you're Luffy?"

Zoro certainly knew this guy.

Although I've never met him, I've heard about him from Mr. Koshiro and Mr. Dragon.

Mr. Dragon's son, the only person in the world who could possibly rival Roa!

If they can win this next battle, then without a doubt, this guy is the savior!

Tsk, savior.

"Hehehe! I'm Monkey D. Luffy!"

The boy, pressing the straw Straw Hat Shanks had solemnly given him to his head, grinned and said, "I'm going to be the man who defeats Roa and saves the world."

"To save the world?"

Crocodile smiled.

This kid is the secret weapon Shanks was talking about.

While its aura certainly can't compare to that of the Dragon of the End, it is indeed far beyond what a human should possess!

Neither Shanks, Dragon, nor Mihawk can compare to him!

This young brat has already reached the level of monsters that Roa and Imu have reached!

"Everyone!"

Just then, after everyone had arrived, a gentle breeze gathered in the sky, Dragon revealed his true form from the wind. "We've gathered here today for one thing only!"

"Defeat Roa and overthrow the rule of the Calamity Company!"

Whatever the reasons behind this, at least for now we are truly in the same boat, united as one!

"The power of the Calamity Company is expanding every day. Continuing to delay will only make the gap in strength even more insurmountable! The best opportunity was yesterday, the second best opportunity is now!"

As he spoke, Dragon took a deep breath, "I think you all know perfectly well just how powerful Roa and the monsters he commands are!"

"No one can guarantee victory in this battle; we might all die at Roa's hands!"

"But I think, even so, we must still fight! For everything we cherish!"

At that moment, Vista, the remnant of the Whitebeard Pirates, had tears welling up in his eyes.

Pops, and everyone else, the time to avenge you has finally come!

The remnants of Roger Pirates also wore serious expressions.

Roger, Gaban, Rayleigh, leave this world to us!

The Straw Hat Pirates also stopped joking around.

In the Battle of Amazon Lily, apart from the main officers, all the other comrades died at the hands of Roa!

Needless to say, the existence of Roa was the greatest insult to the Revolutionary Army!

"Fight on, everyone!"

Dragon raised his arms and shouted, "Fight with everything!"

"War!!"

Hope and the future—everything hinges on this upcoming battle!

At almost the same moment, in a Calamity City wandering in the sky above the East Blue!

In Roa's palace, there was a huge bed that was almost as big as a basketball court.

Roa crossed his arms, watching the woman in front of him, panting but with a resolute expression. "Bonney, shall we continue?"

"Stop talking nonsense!"

Bonney waved her hand aggressively, "Although I don't think you bastard will lose, there's always an unexpected turn of events. If you get killed, where am I going to find a father like you for my child?"

"You're really realistic—"

Roa was once again left speechless by this woman.

As expected of Aunt Linlin's daughter!

She definitely nailed the strong female lead role.

"Or is it,"

Bonney narrowed his eyes. "You'd rather have a child with that white-haired woman?"

Why did we bring up Yamato?

Roa asked, somewhat amused.

"Hmph, you think I can't see through you? That bitch has always idolized you, hasn't she!"

Bonney snorted.

"Well, who can really do something about this?"

Roa, with a touch of narcissism, brushed a stray hair from his forehead. "A man like me would have admirers all over the world."

"Don't make me laugh! Don't you know what your reputation is like in this world?"

Bonney did laugh, a laugh that sounded like the hooting of an owl.

Roa sighed again, almost unconsciously.

How could such a beautiful woman have such an unpleasant laugh, and show absolutely no regard for her manners?

However, Bonney seems to be right; Yamato, that shrewd leader, does indeed admire him quite a bit.

There's no way around it; after all, he's Big Brother Kaido's close comrade-in-arms. From childhood to adulthood, the older brother has probably recounted his heroic deeds to Yamato countless times.

In fact, Roa had also thought that if he ever really wanted to have a pure and innocent romance with someone, it would most likely be with Yamato.

Could there be anyone more suitable than her?

But there was nothing they could do; who could have predicted Robin's extraordinary wisdom?

Yamato's original ecological niche was completely taken over by Robin and Hancock.

"I don't care!"

Bonney grabbed Roa's hand. "Again! I'm going to get your child!"

"Well."

Roa sighed helplessly.

With that kind of perseverance, you'll succeed at whatever you do.

Well, let's just consider it a pre-battle drumbeat to boost morale.

Hmm, something seems off. Shouldn't there be a passionate pre-battle speech from the crew by now?

Never mind, it doesn't really matter.

After all, the main force in this battle is only himself.

Logue Town.

This town, where everything begins and ends, hasn't had an easy time in the last two years.

The Calamity Company's rule has undoubtedly dealt a heavy blow to commerce in every sea area of the world.

Although Roa has never prohibited commercial activities, the heavy taxes still put enormous pressure on every business.

While flying a pirate flag exempts pirates from taxes, according to the latest regulations, pirates now face KP (Knowledge Points) assessments. The days when simply flying a pirate flag allowed pirates to roam the seas with impunity are over.

That's not all. Even though there are still some tenacious merchants who continue to trade, they no longer need to come to Logue Town.

The windbreak is no longer an insurmountable barrier for people.

The Sea Beast have all shed their fangs, so even though Roa didn't intentionally alter the strange weather of the Windless Zone, crossing it was already a very easy task.

Logue Town's geographical advantages have completely disappeared, and coupled with the rampage of pirates, the island is now in ruins.

On the dilapidated street, Roa strolled forward.

He looked around with great interest, but all he could see was a scene of desolation.

Dilapidated houses, ragged people, and emaciated children.

It's no different from any other island in the world.

However, when people look at him, their eyes are completely different.

Those who didn't recognize him were taken aback.

In this day and age, anyone who can still dress so impeccably and look so glamorous must be an extraordinary person.

Especially since two stunningly beautiful women were following behind this family, some people's eyes began to flash with a fierce light.

Those who recognized him were speechless.

Roa!!

King of the World! King of Calamity!

The root of all evil! Humanity itself!

Why is this monster here?

No one in the world dared to call out Roa's name.

Everyone who recognized Roa simply knelt down, trembling all over, their foreheads pressed tightly to the ground, daring not to make any other move.

It was as if they had become commoners who had once been part of the Celestial Dragons.

Roa didn't care much about this; at this point, the dark aura emanating from these people's fear no longer elicited any particular reaction from him.

He simply strolled to the wide but equally dilapidated square in the center of Logue Town.

Two years ago, the giant that helped the Calamity Company conquer this island crashed into this very spot, and there are still huge craters left from that time.

Roa simply stared silently ahead at the dilapidated Execution Platform that had collapsed to the ground.

"The Execution Platform from back then was actually destroyed long ago,"

"This was also later built by the World Government to commemorate their achievements," Roa said.

"Shiwu, Roger didn't die on the Execution Platform either; he was killed by the Horse Skeleton among the Five Elders."

"Speaking of which, Robin, have you been here before?"

Robin, one of the two women following behind Roa, shook her head. "No, I wouldn't dare reveal my identity back then."

"That's true."

Roa smiled. "However, a lot did happen here back then."

The Great Pirate Era begins here, Imu appears before him for the first time.

In fact, I owe my first evolution entirely to this place.

"There is no better place than here as the final battleground!"

Roa stretched leisurely. "Then hurry up and tell them, I'll wait for them here!"