Shichibukai in Pursuit

Half a month passed in the blink of an eye.

It was December.

Sicily Island.

It was not excessively cold here; instead, there was the refreshing comfort of an autumn breeze. Waves gently lapped against the rocky shore.

Adams stood on the coast, his calm gaze sweeping across the sea. Behind him stood four formidable men awaiting orders—Kaku, Rob Lucci, Lafitte, and Daz Bones.

Adams spoke, issuing his orders without haste:

"Your mission is to remain hidden. Once the World Pirates come ashore, destroy all their pirate ships and kill every member who tries to escape by sea. After the battle, search for any surviving spoils."

He never gave foolish orders such as "make sure to loot every last treasure." That would only make his subordinates hesitate in battle out of concern for valuables, or even allow enemies to use them as leverage.

In his eyes, victory and eliminating the target always came first. Whatever remained afterward could be taken.

"Yes!"

The four had no questions and nodded in unison. The explosive cracks of Soru rang out almost simultaneously, and four figures vanished from sight in an instant, concealing themselves like phantoms amid the forests and rocks along the island's coast.

Adams turned and looked at the three women behind him: Hina, the radiant Stussy, and the dazzling Hancock.

"When the time comes, World's three officers will be yours."

There was not a trace of warmth in his voice.

"Do not hold back. I do not need prisoners in this operation."

He had no interest in Byrnndi World's officers. Their potential was too limited, and they were far too loyal to World to be worth recruiting.

"Leave it to us, darling~" Hancock brushed back her jet-black hair, confidence and a hint of delight at being entrusted with such an important