Rayleigh, having once again swum across the Calm Belt, came ashore naked.
I had just returned to Shakky's tavern when I heard about Luo Wen.
"The young man who defeated Aokiji has come to the Sabaody Archipelago. Is he heading towards the New World?"
Rayleigh downed a glass of strong liquor, closed his eyes, and stared intently.
He remembered Hachi (a member of the Arlong Pirates), the Fish-Man who had saved his life, who had died at the hands of Luo Wen.
Although Hachi was in the wrong first, Rayleigh is still a human being and will have moments of impulsiveness.
"I'm going to test this junior and see how capable he really is!"
Rayleigh opened his eyes, having already made up his mind.
He didn't intend to kill him, after all, he was in the wrong.
But as a senior, it's perfectly reasonable for him to teach a junior a lesson.
"You're a pirate, he's a bounty hunter, what's with this senior-junior thing?"
"Hachi died at his hands, you want to teach him a lesson, don't you?"
Shakky rolled her eyes at Rayleigh and said with a charming air.
As a couple who had been together for many years, Shakky knew exactly what Rayleigh was thinking the moment he made a sound.
"Haha, you saw right through me."
"I'm just going to test him, I won't kill him."
Rayleigh scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed.
"He's a powerful warrior who defeated Admiral; do you think you should hold back? Yes!"
"You're asking for a beating; I don't have the money to buy you back!"
Shakky exhaled a puff of smoke and looked at Rayleigh seriously.
Luo Wen is a famous bounty hunter; countless pirates have been captured by him for their bounties.
Pirates with bounties in the billions are definitely Rayleigh's favorites.
If Shakky really gets caught by Luo Wen, she wouldn't be able to buy him back even if she sold everything she owned.
"Haha, these old bones of mine aren't so fragile that they can't be broken by just anything."
Rayleigh patted his abs, laughed heartily, and was about to head out to look for Luo Wen.
"Wait, take this with you."
Shakky tossed a box to Rayleigh.
"What's this?"
Rayleigh looked at Shakky with a puzzled expression.
"200 million Beli, when he hit you, he might have been able to save your life."
"If you don't bring it, don't blame me for going to find another man."
Shakky rolled her eyes at Rayleigh and said irritably.
Having once been a member of the Rocks Pirates, she keenly sensed that Rayleigh would be no match for Luo Wen. Every era has its extraordinary geniuses, and he will advance by stepping over the corpses of his predecessors.
Without a doubt, Shakky believed that Luo Wen was a monster of this era.
She, who was always frugal, actually spared no expense. After being with Rayleigh for so many years, she didn't want to change partners.
"I, this..."
Rayleigh pointed to himself, unsure of what to say.
As the right-hand man of the King of the Pirates, isn't it a bit of a failure that he doesn't even have faith in his own woman?
But the tigress in front of him was not to be underestimated, so Rayleigh had no choice but to dejectedly carry his briefcase and head towards Luo Wen's direction.
Before long, Rayleigh arrived at Luo Wen's location. He didn't reveal himself immediately, but instead hid in a corner, observing Luo Wen's movements.
"This kid is really lucky with women."
Seeing six exceptionally beautiful women surrounding Luo Wen, Rayleigh couldn't help but sigh.
"One woman already exhausted me, six women? Heh heh, I'm afraid this kid's very bones would be squeezed dry."
Rayleigh chuckled, a hint of pity creeping into his eyes.
Six juicers working together—it's terrifying to even think about.
When he looked at Luo Wen again, he found that he was no longer in the same place.
"Old man, if you can't do it yourself, don't blame others."
A powerful voice rang in Rayleigh's ears, causing his expression to change instantly.
The vanished Luo Wen suddenly reappeared before him, looking completely relaxed.
"Such speed!"
Rayleigh's body tensed involuntarily as he looked at the suddenly appearing Luo Wen.
Even if he had been careless and hadn't activated his Observation Haki, the fact that Luo Wen could detect his presence immediately and approach him in an instant showed that this person's Observation Haki and speed were top-notch.
To be able to defeat Admiral, he certainly has some skill.
But he came looking for trouble, and he got a taste of his own medicine as soon as he showed up. Doesn't Pluton Rayleigh have any dignity left?!
Do you know who I am?
Rayleigh stood tall and proud, exuding a powerful aura.
Having just been shocked by Luo Wen, he wanted to get his revenge.
He's the King of the Pirates's right-hand man; he can't afford to embarrass himself.
"What, are you trying to make me laugh by revealing your name?"
Luo Wen pursed his lips, his expression completely casual.
He recognized the man before him at a glance; it was none other than the incompetent teacher who misled students— Pluton Rayleigh.
Trying to show off in front of him? No way!
"Ahem, young man, you're certainly rude. I am Pluton Rayleigh!"
Rayleigh was speechless at Luo Wen's words, and his previously imposing aura dissipated in an instant.
Can't this young man just let me show off in a normal way?
Before Luo Wen could reply, the people around him gasped in surprise, even the women not far away were astonished.
"Pluton Rayleigh!? The vice-captain of the King of the Pirates?"
The women looked at the strong old man confronting Luo Wen and couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.
The reason is simple: everyone knows the King of the Pirates's name, and his crew members are all famous figures.
Pluton Rayleigh, in particular, is rumored to be Roger's right-hand man and the second strongest member of the Roger Pirates.
Such a legendary pirate must also be one of the strongest on the high seas.
The women's expressions immediately turned serious. If such a powerful figure had come after Luo Wen, it would likely be another fierce battle.
"Run!"
The passersby were terrified and scattered in all directions.
People from all walks of life living in the Sabaody Archipelago have this kind of discernment.
If I hadn't run, I would have surely met a terrible end.
"How about it, are you scared now?"
Seeing that everyone around him was shocked by his name, Rayleigh couldn't help but look at Luo Wen.
"Judging from their reaction, you should be the one who's afraid, right?"
Luo Wen pointed at the fleeing passersby, smiling knowingly.
"Run! Luo Wen's about to go berserk!"
The onlookers ran away screaming. Rayleigh's era was over; no one could be sure of his identity. The real Luo Wen was much more frightening.
Grass!
Rayleigh cursed under his breath, feeling his nose turn red.
He 'Rayleigh Pluton, he's Bucky the Buggy!
"Young people shouldn't be so hot-blooded!"
Rayleigh calmed himself down and looked at Luo Wen with a composed expression.
"What kind of young man isn't full of vigor? Come and fight!"
Luo Wen stretched out his arm, making a challenge gesture.
The moment Rayleigh was spotted by his Observation Haki, he knew what the old man was thinking.
In the East Blue, he slaughtered all the Fish-Man of the Arlong Pirates, not even sparing Hachi, who had saved Rayleigh's life.
Two months ago, he was no match for Rayleigh, yet he was not afraid.
He has now been completely transformed and is fearless.
"Alright, let's fight!"
Rayleigh was also aroused by the sharpness emanating from Luo Wen, his blood surging as if he had returned to his youth.