Why fear the World Government?!

"We do know what you did two years ago," Edio said, walking over. "We admire you very much too."

The only person capable of doing something like that single-handedly, besides Fisher Tiger who died many years ago, is this Blood-Eyed Ninja.

The other person deserves his respect.

"That's right!"

Lao Cai, having put aside his annoyance at being ignored by Luffy, turned to Xi Yan and smiled, "I really admire you!"

It was his honor to know such a hero.

The others laughed along with him. Xi Yan was a member of the Straw Hat Pirates, and they were also members of the Straw Hat Grand Fleet.

Although the process was somewhat capricious, they can be considered one of our own.

They felt extremely honored to be partners with the Blood-Eyed Ninja.

"Now that they know, things are much easier." Xi Yan stroked his chin and said, "It won't be long before the World Government finds out I'm still alive, and then they'll send people to hunt us down."

"What are you afraid of?!"

Edio smashed a wooden plank with his fist and said, "If they dare to come, we'll fight them together!"

"That is!"

Blue Gilly raised his head fearlessly and said, "With so many of us, why should we be afraid of them?"

The World Government is indeed a formidable enemy, but in the New World, it would be extremely difficult for them to wipe out the World Government.

Moreover, they have such a powerful being as the Blood-Eyed Ninja on their side, so they really have no reason to be afraid.

"Senior Xi Yan, we are not afraid." Bartolomeo wiped away his tears and said, "Just tell us what you need us to do."

By the end, Bartolomeo's expression was incredibly resolute.

In a sense, Senior Xi Yan can be considered the strategist of the Straw Hat Pirates, and given that Senior Luffy doesn't really get involved... it's quite normal for him to assign tasks to them.

Having observed everyone's reactions, Xi Yan wore a helpless expression.

"When did I say I needed you to do anything?"

"Ah?"

Everyone was taken aback by his words. Was Xi Yan asking them to do something, since he was speaking so seriously?

"Senior Xi Yan, what... do you mean?"

Bartolomeo looked at Xi Yan with a blank expression, not understanding what Xi Yan was saying at all.

"I just want to tell you that because of me, you might be targeted by the World Government," Xi Yan said. "Two years ago, I faked my death to fool them, and now that they know I'm still alive, they will definitely seek revenge against me."

"As members of the Straw Hat Grand Fleet, you are very likely to be targeted by the World Government, and at that time... someone might try to assassinate you."

As for sending Admiral to encircle and suppress them?

That's unlikely, since these people aren't worth the personal attention of Marine Admiral. So, Xi Yan estimates that it's more probable that the World Government sent members of the CP series to assassinate them.

"So that's what you're talking about," Bartolomeo laughed. "We were prepared for this all along."

"Are you prepared?"

Xi Yan was taken aback. Could it be that these guys already knew what was going to happen the moment they learned his identity?

"Yes."

Cavendish, gently sniffing a rose, looked at Xi Yan with a smile and said, "Actually, we discussed this matter back at the Royal Palace."

"But don't worry, we won't be afraid of this, otherwise we wouldn't have joined the Straw Hat Grand Fleet together."

They had already considered these things that Xi Yan mentioned, after all, the other party's reputation was simply too prestigious.

Given what he did... the chances of him being hunted down are extremely high!

Even so, it wouldn't make these heroes back down.

So what if we're being watched by the World Government?

How many of these people don't have Wanted Order?

If they were truly afraid of the World Government, they would have already found a place to hide and become cowards.

But since they have chosen to continue sailing the seas, it means they are not afraid of the World Government.

"Cabbage is right," Bartolomeo grinned. "Senior Xi Yan, this kind of thing won't scare us."

"Ha ha ha ha."

The others joined in the laughter. They had thought Xi Yan would say something to them, but it turned out he was just talking about this matter... He really was worrying for nothing.

However... the fact that the other party is willing to tell them these things means that they genuinely consider them as family.

They were quite happy that Xi Yan had this idea.

Seeing their smiles, Xi Yan remained silent for a moment, then smiled helplessly and said, "You guys... it seems my worries were unnecessary."

"Just you wait and see!" Bartolomeo said, raising his head. "If the World Government dares to send anyone to cause us trouble, we'll wipe them all out!"

"That's right!"

Lao Cai slammed his broadsword into the ground and said, "We're not pushovers either!"

Awakening his immense power, Lao Cai was now bursting with confidence!

Forget about World Government World Government or anything like that; no matter how many people they send, he'll kill them all!

"Alright, then I'm relieved." Xi Yan nodded, then, as if remembering something, added, "But you all need to be careful. If you encounter the God's Knights, immediately take your people and run away."

"The God's Knights?"

Several question marks appeared above everyone's heads: What was that thing?

"They're basically the Celestial Dragons ' direct Guard Team," Xi Yan thought for a moment and said, "These guys are very strong."

"But we're not weak either."

"What if they can't kill them?" Xi Yan glanced at Edio and said, "Can you still fight?"

Edio:???

"Can't be beaten to death?"

Edio stared at Xi Yan in bewilderment. What did he mean by "unkillable"?

Could it be that this so-called God's Knights also possesses abilities similar to the Blood-Eyed Ninja?

If that's really the case, then it's indeed quite tricky.

"That's right, they're invincible!" Xi Yan said. "Unless you possess extremely powerful Conqueror's Haki and have mastered Conqueror's Haki special usage techniques, it's impossible to defeat them."

None of these people possess any Rule Type Devil Fruit abilities, so they shouldn't even think about using their powers to defeat the God's Knights.

"Conqueror's Haki..."

Cavendish's lips twitched slightly; wasn't this just making things difficult for him?

Are there any of these people who possess such abilities?

It seems only Straw Hat has it...

"It seems you've encountered this kind of enemy before." Suleiman walked over and said with a serious expression, "They really can't be killed?"

"Yes, they're unkillable," Xi Yan said. "I only managed to restrain them for a while thanks to my special Ninjutsu, but I still couldn't kill them."

Unless a suicidal Sealing Technique is used, such as the Reaper Death Seal, but the problem is... after his soul is taken away, can the Mangekyō Sharingan still revive him?

If that doesn't work, then things will get really messed up.

Therefore, from beginning to end, Xi Yan never used such a method that could lead to mutual destruction.

There's no other reason than fear of death.

"That's indeed a bit tricky..." Suleiman's expression turned grim. If they really encountered such an enemy, they would probably only face certain death.

"But don't worry, most of the members of the God's Knights are not at the Admiral level," Xi Yan reassured them. "They mainly rely on their Lihai Devil Fruit abilities to fight."

For example, that Kirin, if it weren't for its ability to create Nightmare Creatures, its combat power wouldn't be that great.

"Your words..." Orlumbus's lips twitched, "... don't seem to have much of a comforting effect."

What do you mean by saying that most of the members haven't reached the level of Admiral?

Even if they weren't Admiral, they wouldn't be people these days capable of dealing with them.

No wonder Xi Yan informed them of this beforehand... If they really encountered it, fighting to the death would only lead to their demise.

Xi Yan felt somewhat helpless upon hearing this. He knew, of course, that these words would frighten them, but keeping quiet would only harm them.

"Actually, you don't need to worry too much," Nico Robin said as she walked over. "Those guys are, after all, the Celestial Dragons ' direct forces, so the chances of them being sent out to deal with you are slim."

Their primary target should still be us.

Xi Yan had previously described the God's Knights, which gave Nico Robin a general understanding of their situation, so she judged that the chances of them dealing with Orlumbus and his group were very small.

After hearing Nico Robin's words, Orlumbus and the others breathed a sigh of relief.

It wasn't that they were afraid of death, but rather that opponents of this caliber were simply beyond their capabilities.

Their main role is to clear out enemy henchmen and some of the Straw Hat Pirates' officers.

The truly formidable opponents will have to be dealt with by the Straw Hat Pirates ' main fighting force.

Bartolomeo, somewhat excited, asked, "Are they planning to go after the Straw Hat Pirates ' seniors?"

"I won't allow that!"

"Let them do whatever they want, come at me!"

Bartolomeo didn't care how strong the enemy was; he just didn't want those people to bother the Straw Hat Pirates ' seniors.

Xi Yan and Nico Robin exchanged a glance upon hearing this, then burst into laughter. Bartolomeo really is their Straw Hat Pirates' most loyal fan.

"We appreciate your kind intentions," Xi Yan laughed. "But if we really run into those guys, we'll have to get your men out of here first."

"Senior Xi Yan..."

"Let me finish what I have to say."

Xi Yan raised his hand to stop Bartolomeo and said, "Everyone has things they can and cannot do, and the God's Knights happen to be someone you can't handle, so leave them to us."

"The main reason I'm telling you this is because I'm afraid you'll die without knowing why."

After saying that, Xi Yan paused for a moment, then looked at Bartolomeo and continued, "You don't want to never see Luffy again, do you?"

Of course not!

Bartolomeo said, "I really want to see Luffy- senpai become the Pirate King!"

"Then you'd better live a good life!"

Xi Yan patted Bartolomeo on the shoulder, then glanced at the others and said, "You too."

"Only by surviving can you continue to do things, understand?"

Everyone paused for a moment upon hearing this, then nodded earnestly and said, "Understood!"

"Good that you understand."

Xi Yan revealed a satisfied expression. Things that Luffy couldn't consider, naturally needed to be considered by his crewmates.

Although Luffy didn't drink that cup of wine, these people are now technically considered subordinates of the Straw Hat Pirates.

In this situation, we really can't just ignore them.

Then, Xi Yan smiled and said, "Now that we've finished discussing official business, let's continue the banquet."

"Profound!"

Everyone burst into laughter, then began to walk arm in arm toward the food in the distance.

"Xi Yan, I heard you single-handedly destroyed half of Mary Geoise," Edio said, leaning closer to Xi Yan. "Is that true?"

Xi Yan was somewhat helpless upon hearing this. When did he destroy half of Mary Geoise?

At the time, he only destroyed a small part of it, which was about a third the size of Mary Geoise.

"I..."

"It's definitely true!" Bartolomeo exclaimed excitedly, "With Senior Xi Yan's strength, destroying half of Mary Geoise would be a piece of cake!"

In Bartolomeo's eyes, a figure like Xi Yan was an invincible being.

Therefore, it wouldn't be difficult for the enemy to destroy half of Mary Geoise.

Upon hearing this, Xi Yan opened his mouth, wanting to say that he hadn't done anything, but after seeing Bartolomeo's expression, he fell silent.

Oh well, whatever.

Seeing that Xi Yan had already anticipated this, Edio burst into laughter.

"That felt so good!"

"Xi Yan, if something like this happens again, you absolutely must call me!"

To be able to wreak havoc on Mary Geoise with someone like that... just thinking about it is thrilling!

"Me too!"

Cavendish joined in, his eyes shining, and said, "I'll definitely be even more famous then!"

He's already so famous; if he were to attempt another Mary Geoise raid... just how famous would he become?

Cavendish trembled with excitement at the thought.

[Ah, Cavendish!]

[To think he could actually venture into Mary Geoise with Lord Xi Yan to rescue the slaves... Cavendish is truly amazing!]

Cavendish, you are truly the brightest star in the New World!

Ah~

"Sparashi~"

Xi Yan:...

Watching Cavendish wriggle and squirm, lost in his own world while holding the rose, Xi Yan was completely rendered speechless.

This person's thought process is quite unique.

After clearing his throat, Xi Yan looked away and said, "If there's an opportunity, I'll let you know."

Whether you go or not is your choice.

"But I'm warning you beforehand, going to Mary Geoise is no joke; you could die there at any moment."

Even he survived only because of the overpowered abilities of the Mangekyō Sharingan.

If other people went, the mortality rate would be at least 90%.