"Fight again, and the result won't change."
Lorne looked down at Jack, who was tightly bound in chains, his expression composed.
Jack struggled to lift his head, the Seastone chains grating harshly as he pulled against them.
"Don't get cocky, you Navy brat! I'm one of the Beasts Pirates' All-Stars!"
Jack roared, his eyes bloodshot.
Lorne approached Jack and crouched down, looking at his shattered tusks.
Jack panted heavily and tried to headbutt Lorne, but the Seastone left his entire body weak.
Lorne reached out, pressed a hand against Jack's forehead, and easily pushed him back against the iron pillar.
"Save your strength, Jack. In your current condition, even standing up is a struggle."
Lorne spoke.
Smoothie opened her eyes in the dark corner nearby, her voice hoarse.
"Lorne, capturing both of us is the same as declaring war on the Beasts Pirates and Totto Land at once."
"Do you think that little warship of yours can withstand the wrath of two of the Four Emperors?"
Smoothie looked at Lorne.
Lorne stood up and dusted off his hands.
"Whether it can or not is my concern. You don't need to worry about it."
"Besides, if Kaido and Charlotte Linlin really join forces, that'll save me plenty of trouble. I won't have to go looking for them one by one."
Lorne replied calmly.
Jack laughed in fury.
"Arrogant brat!"
"Boss Kaido will tear you to pieces and stuff you into a mammoth's mouth!"
Lorne ignored Jack's bluster and turned to Smoothie.
"Smoothie, you're smarter than he is. You should understand your situation."
"Behave yourself. Don't make me take action."
Smoothie closed her eyes and said nothing more.
Lorne checked the sealed deck lock securing the chains. After confirming it was sturdy enough, he turned toward the wooden stairs.
His leather boots