Split Up

Blood stained the wooden frame, Shanks, like Luffy and Garp, was nailed to it, lifeless.

There were also the remains of other Red Hair Pirates officers.

The arrival of the Hell Pirates meant that only one person survived on Rusukaina, a small island in the Calm Belt.

The only survivor was Rayleigh.

"Should we destroy this island?" Shiryu asked the captain, looking at the row of gruesome, ritualistic corpses on the shore.

"There's no need to hide it; this can't be concealed..."

Long smiled slightly.

Given the prior notification from Amazon Lily, Shakky, and even Shanks, many people outside probably knew what was going to happen here, so they would have noticed if these people disappeared. Besides, they had left some survivors.

"It's time... to truly step onto the center stage of this world."

After saying something rather meaningful, Oboro led the Hell Pirates and headed towards the Blood Pluton.

However, before leaving, he glanced at Rayleigh, whose soul had returned to 'freedom', and said, "Rayleigh... don't do anything unnecessary, just watch from the sidelines... you should understand that whatever you do is meaningless."

I don't want to see you again.

"..."

Rayleigh.

The old man naturally understood the meaning behind those words.

If one day, Oboro comes looking for him again, it must be because he truly intends to kill him.

Then, Rayleigh remained alone on the beach, watching the Blood Pluton sail towards the horizon in the darkness.

After Oboro and the others had gone far away, Rayleigh looked numb... He didn't go to Shanks' body first, but went to Luffy's cross and took the blood-stained straw hat off the shelf.

"Roger... we... we were all wrong."

"Everyone... this world is wrong."

"It was from the very beginning..."

Bare.

Ships speed through the clouds in the night sky.

Long stood on the deck, facing the wind, gazing up at the starry sky.

Bare followed the sound.

"Next, I'll give you two tasks."

With his hands in his pockets, Oboro calmly said.

Other cadres also looked over.

"First, reclaim Shanks' territory."

"Do you want to become Yonko?"

Upon hearing this, Bare suddenly realized, "I thought you weren't interested in the Yonko."

After all, if they wanted to become the Yonko, then Doflamingo wouldn't stand a chance.

They even had the ability to take over Whitebeard's territory.

"Dover and Blackbeard are just there to distract some of the Five Elders ...after all, the Gran Tesoro isn't officially completed yet," Oboro replied.

The title of "Yonko" is just an empty name to the Hell Pirates.

Because with their fighting strength, they are already capable of ruling the entire sea, just like the Rocks Pirates did back then.

We won't allow something as 'eyesore' as the Yonko to appear.

The reason why the Yonko exist is because they have value to be utilized.

This is a world of One Piece, and people's perceptions are hard to change. Currently, becoming Yonko does have some advantages, such as... recruiting manpower. Whitebeard, Charlotte Linlin, Shanks —these three big cakes can be said to have been divided up by Oboro.

If he hadn't agreed, Blackbeard Doflamingo wouldn't have gotten this far.

"Second, team up with Doflamingo's people to go to Egghead... and kill someone."

"Egghead?"

Shiryu and Rob Lucci seemed to recognize the name.

"Who?"

Bare sneered.

"Vegapunk".

Long uttered a name.

"The reason why Mary Geoise can still remain 'calm' is fundamentally because Vegapunk, based on the Pacifista's research, is using Lineage Factor to create the so-called 'strongest human,' Seraphim. These technological creations possess the abilities of the strongest beings in the current ocean. Furthermore, whether it's Totto Land, Pirate Island, or our soon-to-be-built Gran Tesoro, the Celestial Dragons all have the ability to use Ancient Weapons to instantly wipe out our territory. That's their reliance."

He spoke casually and absentmindedly.

But these words shocked the other crew members.

"Vegapunk is quite dangerous. You must destroy him and the entire base on Egghead... Killing him is only one part of the mission. Your other task is to find the 'Mother Flame' and bring it to me."

"That kind of thing... can't be known by anyone."

While giving instructions, Dom had already come out of the cabin with some pre-prepared materials and distributed them to each member.

The documents contained information about Vegapunk and Egghead.

"A genius scientist, huh... haha."

Waldo burst into laughter.

"You even know about such a confidential matter..." Bare glanced at the contents of the paper, grinned, and then changed the subject, "Given his importance, the World Government is probably providing Vegapunk with unusual protection right now."

"Can't you do it?"

"Long said softly."

"Hey-hey."

Bare cracked his neck, a sinister grin spreading across his face. "Since you want him dead, he has no reason to live."

"While you are attacking Egghead... the Five Elders will definitely get wind of it, and because of Vegapunk's importance, they will personally teleport to Egghead."

"To fight the Five Elders?"

"No... you just carry out the plan. I have a way to make sure they can't get there in time."

"Oboro said."

"Take care of Vegapunk first, the sooner the better. Shanks can wait..."

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's set off right now."

Bare continued.

"Alright."

Long thought for a moment and nodded.

Then, the Blood Pluton landed back on the sea, while Oboro took to the air alone and handed the ship over to them.

Where are you going?

As Kanon was about to leave, Enel asked him a question.

He thought of what Oboro had just mentioned about restraining the Five Elders.

"The World Government will soon know about the Rusukaina Incident, and may already have received the news. The death of any one of Garp, Boa Hancock, Shanks, or Luffy would be enough to have a certain impact on the seas, especially Garp and Shanks. Right now, the World Government's ships, including those of the Navy... are probably all heading to Rusukaina. It is indeed a good opportunity to take action while they are distracted."

"Long said to himself."

Then, he laughed, "This is also my first time going to that place, after being in this world for so long."

Now that things have come to this, Long no longer holds back in speaking his mind.

They accepted that they were not part of this world.

Mary Geoise?

Dom was startled.

"It's too dangerous for you to go alone. That's the headquarters of the World Government ... I'll go with you."

"No need. Too many people would be inconvenient. Right now... that place is practically useless to me. While you guys are dealing with Vegapunk ... I'll test them out, just to prepare for the final battle."

Oboro refused.

"Can..."

Dom was still a little worried.

"Hello..."

At this moment, Enel frowned, seemingly finding Dom a bit slow.

"Do you think there's anyone in this world... who could kill him?"

He was undoubtedly referring to Oboro.

Dom choked on his words.

"Anyway... I can't think of anything."

Enel said calmly, "Stop with your unnecessary thoughts... A true God doesn't need mortals to Accompany, unless... you can reach the same level as him."

"..."

Dom.

"It's just a bit of a pity... I can't go and see it for myself."

Enel pursed his lips.

"Taking Egghead won't be easy... We need to mobilize everyone to ensure success."

"Notify Gild Tesoro and tell him to stop what he's doing and come over. As for Crocodile, let him stay on the Skypiea to continue supervising the construction; they can't be left unattended there."

"Tell Doflamingo to hurry up."

After giving a few more instructions, Oboro looked down at each member of the ship, a smirk playing on his lips. "From now on... let's give this world a little shock..."

"This... is our style."

After saying this, he soared into the sky and disappeared into the distance.