Chris's influence had grown formidable.
If the Chris Pirates won this war, their position would become even more secure.
"The Chris Pirates will be among the very best after this war," Hack murmured.
"Countless pirates will admire Chris and follow him."
"I suspect that's part of his plan, too."
"He's been expanding his influence to rally more of the pirate world behind him."
Dragon glanced at Bartholomew Kuma. "Kuma, help them as much as you can when you reach the Pudora Kingdom."
"Chris is our ally. We rise or fall together."
"Don't hold back wherever you can lend a hand."
Dragon's expression turned grave. "I have a bad feeling."
"I can't say what it's about yet, but I can't shake the sense that it has something to do with Chris."
Dragon had felt that way for days.
That was why he was so worried something might have happened to Chris.
Sabo frowned slightly. "What could happen in the Pudora Kingdom?"
"They've found some help, but it's nowhere near enough to threaten Chris."
"We haven't missed anything in our intelligence, have we?"
As he spoke, Sabo turned to Terry.
Terry nodded firmly. "We haven't missed anything."
"The strongest allies the Pudora Kingdom has found are Middle Camino and Louis Cajo."
"Both of them are powerful, no question."
"But threatening Chris? I don't think that's possible."
The others exchanged puzzled looks.
Dragon let out a long breath. "In any case, be careful."
"Whatever happens, do what you can to help Chris and his people. You can't go wrong with that."
"Even if a crisis does arise, I believe Chris will find a way through it."
Kuma nodded. "Don't worry. I'll do everything I can."
"Helping Chris take the Pudora Kingdom will benefit our cause, too."
After a brief pause, Kuma said, "I