Xi Yan Says: If We're Exposed, We'll Go on a Killing Spree!

"Is that even a question? That guy definitely included us in his calculations," Xi Yan said.

Seeing that everyone's attention was on him, Xi Yan grinned and said, "Just think about it, if Ace really broke out in battle with the Navy here, would Luffy not go to his aid after knowing about it?"

After speaking, Xi Yan turned to look at Luffy, signaling for him to express his opinion.

"I will definitely go!" Luffy said without hesitation.

If he really knew that his brother would be fighting the navy here, he would come to help even at great personal risk!

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan shrugged at the others, as if to say: See, I was right.

Zoro and the others were somewhat helpless upon hearing this, but they didn't say anything.

After all... that man is Luffy's older brother!

So if that kind of thing really happens, they'll help too.

"Then this situation has become a bit tricky," Sanji said, frowning.

After learning what Xi Yan had said, Sanji instinctively felt that something was wrong, as if Doflamingo had some other tricks up his sleeve.

But if you force him to explain, he can't give a coherent answer.

After thinking for a moment, Sanji revealed his thoughts.

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan laughed and said, "We'll deal with whatever comes our way."

"Besides... we're currently operating in the shadows, so it won't be easy for them to target us."

Sanji paused for a moment upon hearing this, then smiled and said, "That's true."

They are indeed operating in the shadows right now, so it's not necessary to assume the worst.

However, we can't be too careless about naval matters, otherwise things might go wrong.

As if sensing Sanji's thoughts, Xi Yan continued, "The Navy is indeed a problem, but we can wait until Ace and the Big Mom Pirates fight and draw the Navy away before immediately destroying the Factory."

"This way, the danger on our side can be minimized."

Xi Yan's idea was simple: if Doflamingo's goal this time was really to cooperate with the Navy to capture Ace, then the Navy would most likely go there to capture him after learning about the battle between Ace and Katakuri.

After all... Ace, the son of the Pirate King, has a head that carries real weight!

"What if Doflamingo's target this time doesn't include Ace?" Perona asked.

"Impossible."

Xi Yan shook his head and said, "If Doflamingo wasn't interested in Ace, he wouldn't have brought out the Diamond Fruit."

Xi Yan knew all too well what this Devil Fruit meant to the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates.

In this situation, Doflamingo's purpose in bringing out the Diamond Fruit becomes quite clear.

He's definitely after Ace!

Seeing how certain Xi Yan was, Perona didn't say anything more.

"Actually, you can't be so absolute," Sanji glanced at Luffy and said, "After all... this idiot's head is worth quite a bit."

Xi Yan was stunned for a moment upon hearing Sanji's words, then his expression immediately darkened.

Yes, Luffy's head is also very valuable!

Not only is he valuable, but this guy's identity is also very sensitive!

After all... Luffy is the son of Dragon, the leader of the Revolutionary Army!

Wouldn't the World Government be interested in someone like that?

Moreover, the Straw Hat Pirates Straw Hat Pirates have left behind a 'legacy,' so the World Government might actually be more interested in them.

Thinking of this, Xi Yan said, "Sanji is right. The World Government is also very interested in us, so we must proceed with caution this time."

Of course, this is based on the premise that the World Government is unaware that he is still alive. If the World Government finds out that he is still alive... then they will go on a killing spree!

At that time, he will not hold back at all!

"Be careful."

Perona glanced at Luffy with a slight headache and said, "Can we really proceed with caution?"

With Luffy, such an energetic guy, around, can they really sneak in and destroy the Factory?

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan was immediately rendered speechless.

Yeah, with Luffy around, do you really think they won't be discovered?

"There's no point in thinking about this now that things have come to this," Zoro said. "So let's think about how to handle what comes next."

Regardless of whether there is a navy present, they cannot change this operational plan.

So... being afraid is useless!

"Zoro is right." Xi Yan raised his head and said, "Let's continue with the battle plan and the search for the Devil Fruit."

As for Luffy...

Xi Yan grabbed Luffy's face and tugged at it, saying, "I'll keep an eye on this guy."

As long as this guy doesn't do anything reckless, the chances of them being discovered are still not high.

As for what happened after destroying the Factory and stealing the Devil Fruit...

Once they had completed those two tasks, he quickly led his companions out of there!

At that point, even without them lifting a finger, the enemy's plan will fall apart on its own.

"That Doflamingo..."

Xi Yan, understanding what Luffy meant, said, "If conditions permit, I'll give you a chance to beat him up."

This time, Luffy simply nodded and said nothing more.

Then, he turned his gaze to the town in the distance, sniffed the air, and said, "Can we go now?"

"I can't wait to try the meat here."

Xi Yan:...

That bastard is still eyeing the meat here.

After shaking his head helplessly, Xi Yan turned his gaze to the town ahead.

He could smell the enticing aroma in the air, but it didn't hold much appeal for him.

But since Luffy had already said that, he didn't continue nagging.

After all... we can't afford to miss meals, can we?

The battle plan will naturally still be carried out, but they should also enjoy what they are entitled to.

Thinking of this, Xi Yan said, "Let's go eat first."

"Huh?"

Merry looked at Xi Yan, somewhat dumbfounded, and said, "Are we just going to walk in and eat like this?"

Won't they be ambushed by the navy hiding in the shadows?

Although she wasn't particularly afraid, this could potentially affect their battle plan.

"Have you forgotten that we've already disguised ourselves?" Perona said with a smirk. "Now even familiar people won't recognize us!"

Perona is very confident about this costume change.

As she spoke, Perona adjusted her sunglasses.

"That's true~"

Merry understood and relaxed completely.

"But Merry, you can't keep flying." Xi Yan glanced at Merry and said, "Otherwise, there's still a risk of being exposed."

"Huh?"

"Can't it fly?"

Merry, who had become accustomed to flying instead of walking, immediately looked dejected.

Although walking wasn't tiring for her, nothing beats the comfort of flying.

"Yes, it can't fly."

Xi Yan glanced at the town ahead and said, "Although you haven't shown your abilities many times, you did launch an attack in a place like the Sabaody Archipelago, so Doflamingo most likely knows you can fly."

"In this situation, flying again would easily expose us."

Although there are many abilities in this world that allow people to fly, there is only one flyer as small as Merry!

Therefore, to be on the safe side, it's better not to fly.

"All right."

Seeing that Xi Yan had said so, Merry stopped flying and obediently landed on the ground.

Then, she opened her arms to Xi Yan, as if to say, "Then carry me away."

Seeing this, Xi Yan smiled helplessly. This little guy really knows how to act cute.

As he thought about this, Xi Yan walked towards Merry, intending to pick Merry up.

But before he could get there, Perona picked up Merry first.

"Um?"

Merry looked at Perona with a puzzled expression. Why was it Perona who was hugging her?

"I certainly can't fly anymore," Perona explained, "So I'll hold you."

This way, she could pretend that Merry was her child or sister, thus deceiving the enemy.

"All right."

Merry didn't resist; she nodded and obediently stayed in Perona's arms.

Sanji and Kin'emon were incredibly envious of this scene.

Noticing their gazes, Perona snorted and simultaneously released two Negative Ghost.

Kin'emon:...

Sanji:...

Upon noticing the Negative Ghost, the two simultaneously turned serious, then turned and walked towards the town without hesitation, saying, "Quick, let's go try the local delicacies!"

"Sanji is right, I am also a little hungry."

Watching the two figures flee in disarray, Perona rolled her eyes, too lazy to bother with them.

"I wonder if there's any good wine here," Zoro muttered.

"Don't drink too much."

Perona, passing by Zoro, cautioned, "We're in the enemy's stronghold."

"Okay, okay, you're so long-winded."

As he spoke, Zoro followed the others toward the town, leaving Perona staring at his retreating figure.

"This..."

"Sister Perona, let's go too."

Okay~

After ruffling Merry's hair, Perona followed and entered Dressrosa with the others.

"It smells so good...!"

The aroma in the air was even stronger than before, and everyone's mouths began to water involuntarily.

"Is Dressrosa some kind of food city?" Xi Yan asked curiously.

Otherwise, how could the taste of this food be so outrageous?

"It's not impossible," Sanji exclaimed excitedly. "I just wonder how many beautiful female chefs there are here!"

As he spoke, red hearts appeared in Sanji's eyes, and his expression became even more excited than before.

A beautiful female chef... that's amazing!

"We'll know whether they've gone in or not," Franky chuckled.

After saying that, he started walking forward, but he hadn't gone more than a few steps when he saw a scene that shocked him.

"Huh?"

What is that?

Franky was completely stunned to see a one-armed doll chasing a dog.

Why is that doll running away?

"Hey, stop right there, Mario!" the toy shouted angrily. "Give me back my arm!"

"You brat, did you even hear me? The Flower Capital showing!"

"Give me back my arm!"

"Hello!"

The doll shouted very loudly, but the dog showed no sign of stopping. Instead, it ran faster and faster, infuriating the doll, who chased after it while cursing.

This scene completely stunned Xi Yan and the others.

"A rag... rag doll?"

Luffy stared in shock at the rag doll as it disappeared into the distance, and asked, "Why can the rag doll talk?"

"It can not only talk, it can run too..."

Xi Yan looked at the rag doll with some suspicion. What exactly was this thing?

A product created by Devil Fruit User?

Or does Dressrosa possess some unknown, special technology?

It's not impossible.

"Hey, what exactly is that?"

How would we know?

It's the first time they've ever seen this thing, too.

Just then, a Toy Soldier appeared in front of everyone, holding a drum with many strings wrapped around it.

"Hello everyone~" the Toy Soldier said, "I'm Toy Soldier, Oyo ~"

As it spoke, the Toy Soldier began to spin wildly, then continued, "Welcome to..."

"Oh no, I've got myself entangled!"

Seeing the Silk Thread tangled around him, the Toy Soldier said anxiously, "Help me!"

"What exactly are you?"

Luffy looked at the Toy Soldier selling loot with suspicion and said, "A toy?"

"Not just this."

Zoro pointed to the toys on the street in the distance and said, "Look over there!"

Luffy, following Zoro's finger Luffy in shock.

What did he see?

Humans and toys have achieved a perfect coexistence?

"What... what on earth is going on?!" X8

Why are there so many moving toys here?

Also, why do these toys seem to have blended perfectly into this country?

What exactly happened?

"Is there really such amazing toy technology on this vast ocean?" Xi Yan stroked his chin and said, "Each one is just like a real person, it's truly astonishing."

Could it be... that this is one of Doflamingo's businesses?

But that doesn't make sense either...

Aside from Dressrosa, he didn't seem to have seen anything like it anywhere else.

Thinking of this, Xi Yan frowned.

Although he didn't know what was going on, he instinctively felt that something was wrong.

The Toy Soldier lying on the ground paused its struggling movements after hearing Xi Yan's words, clearly realizing something.

Unfortunately, he had already been bound by the ' Toy Rule ' contract with that little girl, so he was unable to reveal the truth about this country.

Thinking of this, the Toy Soldier sighed silently in his heart.

When will this ever end?