Family

"By the way, where's Luo?"

Franky seemed to remember something and asked, "Where's that guy Law?"

Sanji and his crew have already left with Caesar, so where is Law who went to Sanji them?

They probably left together.

If that guy leaves too, things will get messy.

"Luo didn't leave."

Perona's expression turned somewhat serious when Luo was mentioned.

"Judging from Sanji's words... he must have gone to intercept Doflamingo alone."

"So you didn't leave. Then..."

Franky realized what was happening before he could finish speaking, and looked at Perona with surprise, saying, "He went to hold off Doflamingo all by himself to buy us time?"

"Yes," Perona nodded.

"This guy..."

"This guy is a real tough guy!"

For some unknown reason, Franky suddenly burst into tears, sobbing uncontrollably.

"Luo, we will definitely not let you down."

Usopp glanced at Franky with a hint of helplessness. While he was indeed surprised that Law could do this much, it didn't have to be this bad.

However, after considering Franky's personality, Usopp felt relieved.

That's right, that's exactly how this guy is.

Usopp then remarked with some emotion, "I never expected Law to have such courage. No wonder he's Shichibukai."

"This shouldn't have anything to do with whether he's Shichibukai or not."

Recalling Sanji and Law's earlier conversation, Perona said, "According to Sanji and the others, Law has a grudge against Doflamingo."

"And Luo himself admitted to this before he left."

"So... I think he came with the intention of killing Doflamingo from the very beginning."

Usopp looked surprised upon hearing this. There was this connection?

No wonder that guy wanted to fight Doflamingo to the death; they had a grudge against each other.

Merry was taken aback for a moment, then said, "Huh?"

"This is not what we agreed on before."

As stated during their alliance, their purpose in coming here was merely to weaken Kaido's strength, not to kill Doflamingo.

So, does Law have a grudge against Doflamingo?

No, Luo didn't mention this beforehand.

"Clearly, Law hasn't revealed his entire plan to us," Nicole Robin explained, having seen through the situation. "But overall, what he's doing doesn't really affect us much."

"It might even be advantageous to us!"

As she finished speaking, Nico Robin's expression became somewhat strange, as if she was thinking about something.

But she wasn't wrong; what Law was doing was indeed beneficial to the Straw Hat Pirates.

At least that guy can buy them some more time.

"In our favor?"

Merry looked at Nicole Robin with a puzzled expression. Why would she say that?

"Law's purpose in taking us to the Green Bit was, from the very beginning, to buy time here; he'd said that before," Nico Robin said. "So Law's choice to fight Doflamingo to the death isn't much different from the original plan."

"After all... our goal is merely to destroy the Factory and weaken Kaido's strength."

"And that's what we Straw Hat Crew have to do."

Although Law did something slightly different from the plan, choosing to fight Doflamingo to the death, the principle of buying them time remained unchanged. Therefore, they could simply proceed with the plan as scheduled.

If you really want to be honest, Luo didn't exactly deceive them.

As for fighting Kaido?

If Law can successfully defeat Doflamingo, then his opponent will have the opportunity to fight Kaido with them.

If they get wiped out... then the Straw Hat Pirates will have to fight the weakened Four Emperors Crew themselves.

As for Doflamingo?

She didn't think that guy had the ability to keep the Straw Hat Pirates here.

"That's true, but won't Luffy get angry?" Merry said.

"Have you forgotten who's with him?" Nico Robin reached out and ruffled the little guy's hair, saying, "Since Luffy hasn't sent a message back, it means Luffy doesn't mind."

Since Xi Yan saw the problem from the beginning, it means Luffy must have known about it as well.

But Luffy doesn't mind, then there's no problem; they can just continue with their plan.

Seeing that Nicole Robin had already said that, Merry didn't say anything more, but simply nodded to indicate that she understood.

Usopp watched his companions' interaction with a pained expression; his initial goal was simply to get out and lead his friends away.

But judging from the current situation... he can't leave now.

Thinking about this, Usopp became a little withdrawn.

Leo, noticing Usopp's odd expression from afar, ran over and asked, "Uso Landu, what's wrong?"

"You seem a bit down. Are you hungry again?"

Upon hearing this, everyone turned their attention to Usopp's face.

Seeing this, Usopp quickly composed himself, gave Leo a thumbs-up, and said, "How is that possible!"

"I just ate quite a lot, how could I be hungry?"

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

Finally, Usopp gave Leo a smile, as if he were comforting Leo.

Leo breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing this and said, "It's good that you're alright."

He was genuinely worried that the hero might not be in good condition, as that could negatively impact the upcoming battles.

Leo then ran back in the original direction, clearly to continue discussing the next move with his companions.

After watching them leave, Nico Robin and the others turned their attention back to Usopp.

"Why are you looking at me?"

Usopp said with a pained expression, "What else can I do now?"

The situation is that he can't escape even if he wanted to.

Nico Robin chuckled softly upon hearing this; Usopp had really been put in a difficult position this time.

Zoro ignored Usopp's reaction and said in a deep voice, "Since Law has gone to such lengths, then we have nothing more to say."

"Let's resolve this issue as soon as possible, then we can meet up with Nami and the others."

"Profound!"

Franky immediately roared, indicating that they had no problem handling this kind of thing.

Meanwhile, on the other side...

On the bridge connecting Dressrosa and the Green Bit, Law held a long sword to Jiao La's neck, calmly looking ahead, clearly prepared to fight Doflamingo to the death.

"Luo..."

"Shut up."

Luo interrupted Jiao La, coldly saying, "You have no right to speak now."

As he spoke, Law subtly moved the long sword in his hand, immediately frightening Jiao La into silence.

If she does anything unnecessary at a time like this, she could really be killed.

Seeing that Jiao La dared not continue his nonsense, Law turned his gaze forward again. At this moment, he could already hear Doflamingo's footsteps.

The sound of footsteps reminded him of the scene when Corazon died.

Instinctively, he clenched his fists, and the veins on his arms bulged.

'Just you wait, Mr. Corazon,' Law thought angrily. 'Today, I'll send Doflamingo to hell!'

"Luo."

Doflamingo, who had arrived not far from Law, looked at Law with a cold smile and said, "What's the point if half of the Straw Hat Crew escapes?"

"Don't forget, half of them are still in Dressrosa!"

"If I capture them all, I can use them as hostages and force them to send Caesar back!"

In this situation, what's the point of letting them escape?

Therefore, Doflamingo simply couldn't understand Law's thoughts.

"Oh, is that so?"

Luo sneered and said, "But don't forget one thing."

"Um?"

Doflamingo slowly narrowed his eyes. Something?

What's wrong?

"As I said before, far too many important figures have suffered greatly because they underestimated them."

Doflamingo's expression darkened upon hearing this. Was he being told that he would fall into the hands of the Straw Hat Pirates just like those other idiots?

Stop joking, okay?!

He's Don Quixote Doflamingo!

Thinking this, Doflamingo was about to say something, but before he could speak, Law said, "From this moment on, my alliance with the Straw Hat Pirates is over."

"Ah?"

Doflamingo was filled with question marks. What did this guy mean by saying that at a time like this?

Does he really think that abandoning the alliance will make him let the Straw Hat Crew go?

Seeing that Doflamingo didn't understand, Law explained, "From the very beginning, my intention was to use them to destroy SMILE's manufacturing Factory."

"In that case, even if I don't kill you in this deathmatch, you'll be killed by an enraged Kaido."

While his actions did weaken Kaido and benefit the Straw Hat Pirates' attack on Kaido, he also undeniably used the Straw Hat Pirates.

If the Straw Hat Pirates were to kill him because of this, he would accept it.

Doflamingo, upon hearing Law's words, instead grinned.

"Fufufufufu~"

"So that's how it is. You planned to die with me."

Now he understood why Luo had chosen to come here alone to ambush him; it turned out that the other party had never intended to leave alive from the very beginning!

Fufufufufu~

What a ruthless bastard!

"Although I'd love to see how chaotic the world you died in is, but..." Luo said with a grim face, "For me, settling things over with what happened thirteen years ago is more important!"

"Joker!"

In the end, Luo simply yelled it out.

The incident thirteen years ago had a profound impact on him; one could say he has survived all these years because of it.

So... he has to drag that bastard Doflamingo down to hell with him!

"To settle things about what happened 13 years ago?"

Doflamingo smiled, a feeling that was both unexpected and yet perfectly logical.

"Don't tell me you have a bad memory and have already forgotten about that," Luo said angrily.

This bastard killed his own brother with his own hands, how could he possibly forget?

Unfortunately, Doflamingo did not answer the question, as that matter was a painful memory for him.

How could he not be heartbroken that his own brother was helping outsiders against him?

But he had no choice; for the sake of the family, he had to kill that bastard brother.

Even now, he has no regrets!

Seeing that Doflamingo had no reaction, Law became even angrier. This bastard really has no heart.

Thinking of this, Law was about to say something, but before he could speak, he heard Doflamingo say, "What do you plan to do to Jiao La?"

"As someone who has spent some time in this family, you should know what the Donquixote Family is like."

"That's right, Luo!"

Upon hearing this, Jiao La coldly glanced at Law and said, "I am ready to sacrifice my life for the young master at any time..."

"ROOM!"

Without giving Jiao La a chance to continue rambling, Law decisively activated his Devil Fruit ability, creating a huge Ability Circle.

He then used his Devil Fruit powers to swap the positions of the rocks behind Jiao La and Doflamingo, returning the other to Doflamingo.

This move not only surprised Doflamingo, but also left Jiao La completely bewildered.

Why did they just let her go?

Just let her go like that?

Ah?

"Run as far as you can," Luo said calmly, looking at Jiao La. "I don't need you to deal with this guy."

The reason Jiao La was used to threaten Doflamingo was simply to ensure the Straw Hat Pirates' ship could set sail smoothly. After that, it was no longer needed, so releasing him was perfectly fine.

Jiao La, however, was displeased. Did this guy think she would abandon the young master?

"What nonsense are you spouting!" Jiao La roared. "Do you think I would abandon my young master?"

"You..."

"I don't need it!"

Doflamingo interrupted Jiao La, saying, "Hurry up and go somewhere safe."

Given Jiao La's strength, staying here would only hinder his attacks, so it would be better for her to stay elsewhere and not interfere with him.

"Few..."

"Go quickly!"

"Yes!"

Startled by Doflamingo's tone, Jiao La didn't say another word. He got up and ran off into the distance as fast as he could.

Now that she understands her young master's attitude, there's no need for her to stay here and get in the way; she'll just leave.

Seeing that Jiao La had obediently left, Doflamingo secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Although he had said that the Donquixote Family would give their lives for him, he still hoped that his family members could live well if possible.

After all... these are the only people he has in his entire life.

Then, Doflamingo looked at Law and said, "Since Black Leg has shown up, it means my operation has encountered some problems..."

"Fufufufufu~"

"It seems the Straw Hat Crew does have some tricks up their sleeve."

Normally, Black Leg should have been killed by Violet by now, since he's a very lecherous guy!

But since he didn't die, it means there's a problem on Violet's side.

I just don't know if she was killed by someone or betrayed me.

If it's the former, at least the guy in front didn't do anything unnecessary; if it's the latter...

Fufufufufu~

After he defeats the Straw Hat Crew, he will kill that woman in the most cruel way possible!

No!

Not just her, but also her father and that little girl named Rebecca, they all have to die!!!