A Change of Plans

Dong! The resounding and deep sound of the bell echoed through the sky as Oboro slammed his One-Punch Man into the Golden Bell.

This 'musical movement,' carrying a certain symbolism and ushering in a new era, instantly spread throughout the entire Skypiea realm, not only in the sky, but also clearly audible even in the Blue Sea, thousands of meters below.

On the shore of Jaya Island, the Saruyama Alliance was salvaging shipwrecks and treasures from the seabed as usual. Mont Blanc Cricket, wearing diving gear, had just emerged from the water when he heard the sound of bells descending from the clouds above. At that moment, his face was blank and his pupils were dilated.

This bell undoubtedly signifies that the Hell Pirates have found the legendary Golden City.

Shandora is a real person.

"So fast..."

What surprised Mont Blanc Cricket even more was that only a few hours had passed since the Hell Pirates flew into the sky.

It wasn't dark yet.

Not only him, but also some ships operating in the waters near Jaya Island 'received' the strange phenomenon in the sky.

Miracle.

Besides the grand chimes, several enormous, human-shaped figures of light and shadow could be vaguely seen moving among the clouds above, though they were not very clear and were somewhat blurry.

But soon, a large number of dark cumulus clouds gathered, and torrential rain began to fall at sea, making the environment extremely harsh.

It seemed to foreshadow a terrible start.

In the sky, Oboro reached out and pressed down on the swaying Golden Bell.

He then returned to Angel Island with Dom and the others.

Rob Lucci and his two companions, along with two priests, had by this time collected a large number of shellfish.

Long then converted all the resources into item cards and put them into the system's inventory.

Originally, Oboro was ready to leave after looting most of the loot... He came to Skypiea for Enel, the Poneglyph, and the shellfish he could use for weaponry. Now that he had achieved his goals, there was no need to stay. However, they still lingered on Angel Island for a day because Enel was going to accompany them to the Blue Sea. But Skypiea was still his territory, and as a god, even if he were to leave, he needed to establish some rules so that he could return at any time and regain power.

Enel then set some new requirements for his people...

He was not worried about losing control of the Skypiea because he possessed absolute power.

His instructions to his people before he left, in Oboro's words, could be simply understood as... Gan Fall could once again take his place and protect Skypiea, but not as a god. Gan Fall could also do some 'small things,' but Enel wouldn't care; as long as he returned, everything on Skypiea would remain the same as when he was there.

His tone was extremely arrogant.

But he certainly has the ability to do so.

Oboro knew that Ganful must be hiding nearby... The gods of Skypiea leaving their territory to travel to the Blue Sea with the One Piece was something that had never happened before.

At least in their understanding.

Therefore, Enel's "explanation" was actually meant for Ganford.

If he returns one day and is dissatisfied with Ganford's governance, then... he will no longer grant the old man the chance to 'linger on'.

He was immediately punished by divine retribution and executed.

An interesting thing happened during that time.

Oboro originally intended to give Enel a few system cards to strengthen him... but apart from experience cards and skill cards, Enel refused the Bloodline Card, which was the most crucial to improve. The reason was simple: he didn't want his appearance to change.

Oboro, of course, accepted his request.

Therefore, Enel's 'divine power' after undergoing baptism only has two aspects.

However, Satori and Gedatsu, who were beside him, were completely transformed into the Demon Tribe.

The newly amplified 'strength' greatly excited the two priests, while Enel was somewhat less excited... only showing a hint of surprise. The new ability he gained originated from one of the inheritors who appeared during the final battle in the Infinity Castle in the Demon Slayer world; his ability was 'Sensory Disorientation'.

This can be understood as manipulating other people's five senses.

Enel isn't particularly strong in physical combat, but experience cards can provide him with some improvement in close-combat skills, and his new ability is more supportive. He possesses one of the most powerful Logia-type Devil Fruits, so his offensive capabilities don't need further enhancement.

However, in Oboro's opinion, what Enel needs most... is Bloodline Card.

Unexpectedly...

True powerhouses don't care about changes in appearance... If it were Doflamingo, he would definitely want to have an even stronger body.

Enel's weaknesses are still too obvious.

Mindset.

This person's mindset... is not right.

Oboro was going to teach him a lesson... He believed it would change Enel on the world and on power.

At that time, they will also take the initiative to request blessings upon their bloodline.

Only when people personally experience their own weakness and powerlessness will they truly yearn for transformation and to become strong.

Enel believed in his own power... that is, the power of the Devil Fruit.

But in this world, Haki isn't the only thing that can counter Devil Fruit abilities... When you stake all your 'trump cards' on one thing, once you lose that thing, you'll be left with nothing.

The following day, the newly formed Hell Pirates left Skypiea.

Sure enough, after they left, the still-wounded Ganfor reappeared on Angel Island riding Pierre.

Oboro and his companions went to search for the Poneglyph, and rang the Golden Bell... Ganford saw all of this.

This group of One Piece is not the same kind of people as Roger back then, but what they do will have a huge impact on Skypiea just like that.

I don't know if it's good or bad.

At least in Ganford's intuitive judgment, it was extremely unsettling.

Enel is Devil Fruit user. Like Rob Lucci, he would lose his powers if he entered the clouds of the White-White Sea without Oboro's protective aura. Currently, besides Rob Lucci, who is hiding his Zoan-type Devil Fruit ability, Enel is the only Devil Fruit user in One Piece crew.

"Golden Bell... Did the One Piece Roger come here?"

On the way to the Blue Sea, Rob Lucci probed Dom for information.

He didn't follow Oboro to Shandora, naturally curious about the God Slayer's purpose.

I also heard the bell ring.

"Um."

Dom responded with a reply.

However, just as Rob Lucci was about to ask a few more questions, Dom turned to look at Oboro and asked, "Are you heading to Water 7?"

One Piece ships! That's what they lack most right now.

Back in the Four Blues, the Hell Pirates never had their own real ships because they didn't trust the shipyards' craftsmanship. Water 7, however, boasted numerous shipyards and top-tier shipbuilders. Among them, the most influential was Fishman Tom, who used the Treasure Tree Adam as material to build the Oro Jackson for Gol D. Roger, and was also the true master craftsman of the Sea Train. Although he was ultimately sentenced to death, he trained many outstanding apprentices in Water 7.

This also made the shipbuilding capabilities of the Water 7 famous far and wide.

One Piece ship is essential before entering the New World.

In the first half of the Grand Line, there are only two shipbuilding sites to choose from.

One is Water 7, and the other is the Sabaody Archipelago.

The Sabaody Archipelago is too close to the Marine Headquarters and the Holy Land Mary Geoise, so from a security perspective, Water 7 the only option.

"No, go to Alabasta."

"Oboro said."

"Ah?"

Dom and Rob Lucci were both surprised by these words.

'Return'? Going back?

Why...

"That Straw Luffy?"

Dom seemed to remember something and asked tentatively.

"No... I'm planning to let our new members learn something." Oboro smiled mysteriously.

Going to Alabasta was not in his plans, even though Alabasta contains the Poneglyph that record Pluton... He only changed his mind after meeting Enel.

"Because of him?"

Dom's eyes showed displeasure.

It's worth noting that Enel was not in the flying formation.

After passing through the White-White Sea, Enel transformed into a streak of lightning and disappeared, heading ahead towards the Blue Sea.

In terms of speed, he is undoubtedly the fastest.

But this behavior of leaving the 'team' and acting recklessly, in Dom's view, was... a bit disrespectful to the captain.

Satori and Gedatsu listened silently as the One Piece discussed their god.

They also knew that they didn't have much of a say.

"Heh... he definitely needs to be taught a lesson."

Dom understood Lon's thoughts and joined in with a mocking laugh.

"However, are there any people in Alabasta who can teach? Although I don't want to admit it, this is not the New World after all. With his strength... I'm afraid..." Rob Lucci chimed in, having already understood what the two were talking about.

"There are... and more than one."

Long raised the corners of her mouth.

"None of you should interfere in the next action. Let our Skypiea God have a good chance to show his skills."

"No problem."

The members of the Hell Pirates understood immediately, their smiles somewhat eerie.

Priest Satori and Gedatsu exchanged glances, a sense of foreboding creeping over them.