"So fast!!"
"That female Marine vice admiral is actually this powerful!"
Terror flashed in Killer's eyes.
Still holding Kid by the head, Xia Le chuckled. "I've met a few loudmouths in my time."
"Hmm, the last one was called Golden Lion Shiki."
As he spoke, he turned and pointed at one of the Pacifista Ships by the entrance.
"Look. He's been serving me ever since he died!"
Kid's eyes widened, his terror reaching its limit.
He had been completely subdued in a single instant. Those five fingers seemed to hold boundless strength, enough to crush his head at any moment.
"Learn from your mistakes!"
"Remember not to speak so loudly next time!"
With a faint chuckle, Xia Le abruptly swung his right hand.
"Bang!"
The restaurant floor shook violently, and countless cracks spread across the walls.
Kid's eyes rolled back. He lay limp and motionless, as though every bone in his body had been shattered by the impact.
Xia Le rolled his neck, then looked at Jewelry Bonney.
The moment his gaze settled on her, she trembled.
"Don't be nervous!"
"We share the same philosophy when it comes to food, after all."
Xia Le smiled.
Jewelry Bonney froze.
A moment later, she watched him turn and leave. He had actually let her go.
"Leave this island immediately!"
At the barely audible words, Bonney abruptly looked up, only to find that Kuma was gone too. He had followed Xia Le out.
"Who exactly is that guy?"
Bonney's voice was grave.
"Marine Headquarters Admiral Xia Le!"
Capone Bege spoke flatly.
With that, he followed them outside.
Having left the restaurant, Xia Le received fresh news.
"The Straw Hat Pirates have been spotted in Area 12!"
"Attention, the Straw Hat Pirates have been spotted in Area 12!"
The urgent voice coming from Kuina's