Crocodile's Provoked Fury

Watching the arrogant Galdino get knocked unconscious by Luo Wen in an instant,

Miss Goldenweek's legs went weak, and she trembled as she looked at Luo Wen.

What was going on?

Just moments ago, he had been half-dead and tended to by several beautiful women.

How had he suddenly become so full of life, knocking out Mr. 3 as if he had teleported? This was terrifying!

Countless question marks surfaced in Miss Goldenweek's mind, and cold sweat beaded on her forehead.

"Gah hah hah hah! Not having to die at the hands of a petty man is wonderful!"

Dorry laughed heartily.

"Gyah hah hah hah! Little brother Luo Wen really is a monster. He recovered that quickly."

Brogy was also delighted by Luo Wen's reversal.

At the same time, Luo Wen's terrifying recovery ability greatly shocked him.

Nami, Tashigi, and Vivi stared wide-eyed at Luo Wen, who had suddenly risen up and turned the tables.

Not only had the enemies failed to expect it, but even they could not understand Luo Wen's recovery speed.

"Luo Wen, you didn't use some technique that drains your life force to recover so quickly, did you?"

Tears welled in Vivi's eyes, and she covered her mouth as she spoke.

Nami and Tashigi agreed with her, looking at Luo Wen with aching hearts.

Even Dorry and Brogy believed it, nodding in sudden realization from the side.

"How could that be? This little injury is nothing!"

Luo Wen looked relaxed as he explained to the women.

He truly was not afraid of getting hurt. All he lost was a bit of magic power.

Even that magic power could recover over time. At worst, a few meals would restore it.

"You don't need to explain. We understand."

Vivi did not believe him at all, taking his words as an attempt to comfort them.

Nami and Tashigi were the same, and Luo Wen's image seemed even more radiant and imposing in their eyes.

"Fine, fine. Think whatever you want."

Luo Wen could only spread his hands helplessly.

What else could he do? No one believed the truth!

"Now, let's deal with that young lady's issue."

At Luo Wen's words, everyone's gaze immediately focused on Miss Goldenweek.

Under wave after wave of angry stares, Miss Goldenweek felt as though needles were pricking her back, her body frozen stiff where she stood.

If I kneel and beg for mercy now, is it still too late?

Tears slipped from the corners of the little girl's eyes as she had no idea what to do.

"You were sent by Crocodile to deal with us, weren't you?"

Luo Wen asked Miss Goldenweek with a smile.

But in Miss Goldenweek's eyes, he was simply a demon.

"Y-yes."

Miss Goldenweek answered haltingly.

"Bring me the Transponder Snail. I want to have a few words with him."

Luo Wen spoke with a smile.

"I won't..."

Miss Goldenweek gathered her courage, wanting to refuse.

"You won't what?"

Luo Wen's expression suddenly turned cold, and he raised the right hand that had knocked Galdino unconscious.

"I won't refuse your request!"

Forget it, Mr. Crocodile. I'm sorry!

Miss Goldenweek shut her eyes and shouted in reply, crying as she handed a Transponder Snail to Luo Wen.

"Pururururu!"

"Pururururu!"

Luo Wen accepted it with satisfaction and dialed the Transponder Snail.

"Hello, Mr. 3. I hope you contacted me because you have good news."

"Once you've dealt with them, get back here quickly. Our plan is starting ahead of schedule!"

Crocodile's gloomy voice came from the Transponder Snail, whose face took on his impatient expression.

In his eyes, it was only natural for Mr. 3 and Miss Goldenweek to take care of Luo Wen and the others.

Vivi's body trembled upon hearing Crocodile's voice.

The plan was about to begin. She did not have much time left.

"Crocodile? I'm not one of your useless subordinates."

Luo Wen spoke casually, not taking Crocodile seriously at all.

"You... who are you?"

Hearing Luo Wen call him by name so rudely, Crocodile's voice sank.

"Luo Wen."

Luo Wen chuckled.

"..."

Crocodile fell silent for a moment. Hearing the name that had ruined his affairs twice, fury rose in his heart.

"It seems Mr. 3 and the others failed their mission. What a pair of useless fools!"

Crocodile spoke seemingly calmly. Getting angry through the Transponder Snail would accomplish nothing, and he did not want to lose his composure before an enemy.

"That's right. Everyone in Baroque Works is useless. I've already collected the bounties on an entire shipload of them."

"Mr. Crocodile, it would be nice if you could turn yourself into bounty money too."

Luo Wen mocked him right to his face, showing no regard for Crocodile's dignity.

They were already confirmed enemies. The more uncomfortable Crocodile felt, the happier Luo Wen was.

"Arrogant!"

"Just because you defeated a few subordinates, you dare provoke me? You're too presumptuous!"

Hearing Luo Wen's provocation, Crocodile's eye twitched as he growled furiously.

"Crocodile, cherish what you have. You don't have many good days left."

Luo Wen said calmly.

"You...!"

"Click!"

Just as Crocodile's furious roar was about to come through, Luo Wen abruptly hung up the Transponder Snail.

Looking at the Transponder Snail as it gave off a busy signal, Crocodile casually slapped the ashtray on his desk into powder, his mood ruined beyond measure.

"Luo Wen? I'll give you a proper welcome."

A newcomer who had only just entered the Grand Line dared to challenge his authority and interfere with his plans.

Crocodile decided to grant Luo Wen the cruelest death possible, so the world would know the consequences of offending the Desert King.

"You all heard him. Crocodile can't wait any longer, so we need to pick up the pace."

Luo Wen looked at Nami and the others. Since Crocodile planned to move up the schedule, they had to set out as soon as possible as well.

His objective in coming to Little Garden had already been completed, so there was no need to linger.

Vivi's expression was grave as she worried about Alabasta's situation.

But when she recalled Luo Wen's commanding manner as he spoke to Crocodile, her heart settled.

With Luo Wen's help, Alabasta would definitely overcome this crisis.

"Luo Wen, thank you for doing so much for me."

Vivi looked deeply moved. Meeting Luo Wen truly had been wonderful.

"No need to thank me. Since I accepted your request, of course I'll do everything I can to fulfill it."

"Besides, you're my friend."

Luo Wen smiled at Vivi.

Whenever he made a promise, he always did his utmost to keep it.

"Dorry, Brogy, we're leaving now."

Luo Wen bid the two giants farewell.

He actually felt rather embarrassed.

He had come here, beaten up the two giants, and even shattered their weapons.

But Dorry and Brogy did not think much of it. They only felt honored.

"Go, Luo Wen. A warrior as powerful as you will surely make a name for yourself upon the seas."

Dorry and Brogy were filled with anticipation.

They wondered what kind of waves Luo Wen, who had defeated them, would stir up on these seas.

Those people who ran rampant across the sea would surely be thoroughly shaken!

With the giants' blessings, Luo Wen, Vivi, and the others set out once more.

Of course, before leaving, Luo Wen did not forget to take the unconscious Mr. 3 and the trembling Miss Goldenweek with him.

Those were all glittering Beli!

A sudden thought occurred to Luo Wen.

If Crocodile kept sending people over one by one like this, would they all end up gathering in Impel Down?