A Chance Encounter

"I'm about to leave, and my feelings are really complicated."

"Don't worry about Alice, I'll take this place back. After all, God Valley is..."

"Rocks?! What are you doing here too?"

On the shore of God Valley, Rocks stood with his family, about to say something, when a voice from behind interrupted him.

Rocks turned his head and saw a little adult, with the appearance of a child but an unusually tall stature.

"Loki?" Rocks raised an eyebrow.

"Rocks! Where are you going?" Loki jogged over, his footsteps shaking the ground.

"Go to Elbaf! Find your father!" Rocks said directly.

"That's great! I'm going back too! Let's go together on the way!" Loki said happily.

"Can you?" Rocks sized up Loki.

"Why not? You mean you don't have a boat? No problem, I'll take you flying!" Loki unfurled huge wings from his back.

"I mean... never mind! Let's go!" Rocks laughed and grabbed Loki's hand without ceremony.

Alice was somewhat speechless, but seeing Loki bend down, a little excitement appeared in her eyes. She had never experienced flying while riding on a person before.

So all twelve members of the Davy Clan climbed onto Loki, and Loki flapped his wings and rose into the air.

Teach sat on Loki's head, her eyes wide open.

The distance from the ground increased rapidly, the God Valley shrank in the field of vision, and the surroundings changed from ocean to sky blue, reaching a height where one could reach out and touch the white clouds.

"Hold on tight!" Loki began to fly forward.

The airflow hit my face, making me feel a little cold.

But Teach just held onto Loki's hair tightly, looked ahead, and smiled.

He thought to himself, "Flying is truly liberating..."

"Loki, you just left? Did you tell Kaya?" Rocks asked, standing on Loki's back.

"No," Loki's voice came from ahead, "The others don't want to stay there anymore, but they're too afraid to tell Kaya."

And what about you?

I'll be right back.

Loki then told Rocks about his desire to find the Giant Tribe' subordinates.

Unexpectedly, Rocks smiled, pursing his lips.

"Your dad, Harald, must be having the worst time right now. He's going to beat you up as soon as he sees you come home!"

"Why?" Loki asked, puzzled.

"What do you think? You've been following Kaya, causing chaos at God Valley, and even killed one of the Five Elders. Do you think the World Government won't hold a grudge against Elbaf?"

"That kind of thing... it was so great!"

Hearing Loki's excited shouts, Rocks was speechless. He sat cross-legged, put his hands on his hips, and propped his face up with one hand.

Forget it, let's talk about it when we get there!

If Harald were to kill this unfilial son, his presence could at least stop him.

Alice had originally decided to go to Elbaf with Rocks, while the other tribesmen could be sent to Lulusia first to avoid any danger if they followed.

But Rocks didn't think so; they could just finish their business together and then return to Lulusia.

Could Harald really target his family?

Joke!

After flying for an unknown amount of time, Rocks suddenly changed his sitting posture, leaning his head to the side and looking down.

"It looks like there's some kind of battle going on in the sea below," Loki remarked.

"Interesting," Rocks chuckled.

The sea was calm and still, reflecting the color of the sky. The sun was shining brightly, making it a beautiful day.

On the open sea, two ships sailing from opposite directions collided head-on. Both stopped simultaneously and stood facing each other at a distance.

It can't really be called a standoff, because they recognized each other the moment they met.

"That flag... it's Roger's!"

"That ship? It looks familiar! Boss, isn't that Garp's mad dog's ship?!"

On the ship, soldiers from both sides were giving reports.

But their leader was already standing at the bow of the ship, staring at each other across the distance, sparks flying between their eyes.

"Garp! What are you doing here!"

"That's the question I should be asking! Roger, you've been missing for so long, what's your purpose in suddenly appearing near God Valley!"

"Shut up! Take this sword! Divine Departure!"

"Watch me smash your head flat!"

BOOM!!!

Roger and Garp leaped off the bow of the ship at the same time, clashing in mid-air and exchanging blows, unleashing their Conqueror's Haki indiscriminately.

Garp's fist slammed into Roger's face, and Roger's sword slashed past Garp!

It's unclear whether their relationship is that of enemies or close friends.

It's always the right thing to do when you meet someone!

"The Navy... they appear to be coming from the direction of God Valley."

On the pirate ship, Rayleigh stroked his chin in thought.

Suddenly, a faint fragrance wafted in from the side and instantly filled his nose.

He jolted awake and bent over slightly.

"Rayleigh, would you like to try some of my cookies?" Shakky asked with a smile, holding up a plate.

"Um... thank you." Rayleigh stiffened his neck, coughed a few times to appear calm, and the reflection in his glasses made it impossible for others to see his eyes.

"How does it taste?" Shakky asked expectantly.

"Delicious! I don't think I'd get tired of it even if I ate it my whole life, and of course, your wine too."

"Hmm~ Is this considered a confession?"

Hateful!!!

Upon seeing this, a wail immediately erupted from the ship.

"Rayleigh! That enviable guy!"

"Just die already, Rayleigh!"

"Rayleigh, I challenge you to a duel!"

"Calm down! Gaban, calm down!"

Gaban couldn't take it anymore and grabbed his axe, ready to charge forward. A group of people quickly pulled him back, making for a hilarious scene.

That wretched Rayleigh!

Roger, who was dueling with Garp, had a dark expression on his face and felt an urge to go back and stab Rayleigh.

"What are you doing, Roger! You're going to God Valley, right? Why now? Everything's over, what are you going there for!" Garp pressed.

"Can't I even take a look? You're going to stop me? Are you out of your mind?!" Roger retorted.

"Bullshit! Who the hell stopped you?! Weren't you the one blocking my way with your boat?!"

"You son of a bitch! Still trying to argue!"

After exchanging a blow with Garp, Roger waved to his back and shouted loudly.

"Hey guys, get the ship over there! Steal everything from that old bastard Garp's ship! I don't want a thing, just his people!"

"Ooooooooooooo!!"

The pirates let out an excited shout, and the ship immediately started moving, ramming into the Marine warship.

This move put the entire navy on edge.

"Vice Admiral Zephyr, what should we do? Open fire?" an officer asked Zephyr.

Zephyr stared intently at the rapidly approaching pirate ship, a hint of disgust creeping into his eyes.

Even if the World Government truly oppresses people to the point of starvation, some pirates are simply born evil.

How do pirates who don't engage in productive labor survive on the high seas? How do they enjoy their so-called freedom?

The only way out is to plunder the people!