Nika: Hello, Little Fish-Man (Continued)

"Commander, what should we do next?"

Shamrock tucked the weapon given to him by Imu into his belt, just as Cerberus had been stolen...

Shamrock frowned as he recalled the mysterious swordsman who had taken his weapon.

He later investigated and found that the man was a bounty hunter named Roronoa Zoro, who was friends with Hawk-Eye, one of the Shichibukai.

On Enies Lobby, the two exchanged blows briefly, and in just one exchange, his weapon was taken from him.

Shamrock didn't understand the other party's purpose. His weapon had been eaten by Mythical Zoan Fruit, so even if an ordinary person stole it, they wouldn't be able to use it.

I thought Cerberus would return on his own, but so many days have passed and the sword has remained unmoved.

"I don't have time to deal with this for the time being," Shamrock said calmly to the crowd.

"Let's gather intelligence first. Rocks went to Hachinosu, where the Four Emperors are also located. We can't rule out the possibility that this group will regroup."

Thatchers Maffey chuckled, "That's certainly possible. The Rocks Pirates might even be resurrected."

That's the worst-case scenario.

Shamrock remained calm. "In any case, let's gather intelligence on the island first."

Hachinosu.

The Skull Hotel.

Rocks, Harald, Whitebeard, Golden Lion, and Charlotte Linlin —the five of them gathered together.

"For over thirty years, this place has remained unchanged, with no significant alterations."

Rocks stood by the skull's right eye, gazing at the island's scenery. Compared to more than thirty years ago, this pirate island remained unchanged.

The only difference was that the city looked very dilapidated, as if it had just been the site of a major battle.

He lost interest in continuing to admire the scenery, turned around, and looked at the Whitebeard and the others, saying:

"My decision has been made clear to you. If you wish to join the alliance, you are welcome. If you refuse, then get out."

"Hmph, Rocks, you want me to get out of the New World?"

Charlotte Linlin was extremely dissatisfied; her Totto Land was right there, how could she possibly move it?

The Golden Lion laughed:

"Hahaha, I agree to join your alliance, Rocks. With you by my side, our power is enough to destroy the World Government!"

You underestimate the World Government!

Harald could only sit cross-legged; his height far exceeded that of an ordinary giant, and there wasn't enough space for him to stand and speak.

He crossed his arms and explained to the crowd with a solemn expression:

"I have seen the master of the Empty Throne; His power far surpasses your imagination!"

Upon hearing this, the Golden Lion couldn't help but narrow his eyes:

"Back then in the God Valley, there was indeed an extremely powerful force. Who was it?"

"An old monster, who has lived for 800... no, even longer."

Rocks did not hide anything and told the group some things related to Imu.

In the Battle of God Valley, only six people actually faced Imu head-on.

He, Whitebeard, Roger, Garp, Charlotte Linlin, Kaido.

Golden Lion acted alone at the time and never met Imu. He only knew that a powerful enemy had appeared on the island, one that even Rocks and his men were no match for.

"Nerona Imu... one of the 20 kings who created the World Government?"

The Golden Lion stroked his chin, not showing much surprise.

He hasn't been idle all these years; after escaping from prison, he's been plotting revenge.

Regarding Imu's existence, I only vaguely knew that such a character existed.

Harald nodded. "That's right. We don't know if the other 19 kings are still alive, but at least Imu has survived until now."

"Are there really so many immortal people?" the Golden Lion asked incredulously.

The next moment, everyone looked at the Whitebeard.

The Whitebeard calmly drank his wine, and seeing that everyone was looking at him, he shook his head and said:

"My rejuvenation is Longevity Wine given to me by the Lord of the Seven Deadly Sins. Do you really think the World Government possesses such an elixir?"

"Mama mama~ Maybe the Seven Deadly Sins were also stolen from the World Government."

Charlotte Linlin was extremely unhappy with the Seven Deadly Sins; she had never forgotten that those bastards had stolen two of her Devil Fruits.

Of course, if the Lord of the Seven Deadly Sins were willing to give her a bottle, she could generously overlook it.

During this time, Charlotte Linlin was first mocked by Kaido and then ridiculed by Golden Lion, which made her longing for youth grow stronger.

Now that she's regained her youth, she's determined to find Shakky and give that wretched woman a good humiliation.

"Longevity Wine..."

Rocks fell into deep thought. He didn't know much about the Seven Deadly Sins; the only member he recognized was the benefactor who had resurrected him.

Considering the other party's unpredictable methods, he was more inclined to believe that the Longevity Wine came from their master rather than the World Government.

Thinking of this, he simply revealed some information he already knew:

"Imu's immortality is different from Newgate's; He cannot easily leave the Holy Land."

"Why?" the Golden Lion asked, puzzled.

"That's all you need to know. All I can tell you is that His immortality is flawed."

Rocks didn't explain much, but forced everyone to make a statement:

In short, tell me your decision.

"Gurararara, what if you refuse?" The Whitebeard grinned.

"Next time we meet, we'll be enemies!"

Rocks laughed, and said mercilessly, "I will annihilate you. The New World has no need for a second voice!"

Charlotte Linlin looked displeased upon hearing this.

However, she was no match for him. More than thirty years later, she was still no match for Rocks.

Unlike in the past, she now has a large and successful family, making it incredibly easy for the other party to find her.

"You formed Pirate Alliance just to take revenge on the World Government?"

"No... the first thing to do after forming the alliance is to find a fruit." Rocks hadn't forgotten the debt he owed. "A Logia Devil Fruit called the Dark-Dark Fruit. We must find it first, no matter what!"

Looking for a fruit?

The Golden Lion seemed to be deep in thought. Could this fruit be the trump card against Imu?

Unfortunately, he's already an ability user, so even if he found it, he wouldn't be able to secretly eat it.

At that moment, Whitebeard suddenly got up and left.

Rocks frowned. "Have you thought this through? Once you step out that door, we're enemies!"

"I'll get back to you about the alliance later. I'll discuss it with the kids on the ship."

The Whitebeard left without looking back.

Rocks was stunned. Newgate had changed a lot... not in appearance, but in personality.

Seeing this, Charlotte Linlin also stood up and said:

"I agree to join your alliance, but don't think you can order me around like you used to!"

"Hahaha, welcome to the alliance, Linlin."

Rocks smiled with satisfaction, then suddenly remembered something, his expression changing, "By the way, where is Ochoku?"

"That Ochoku guy... he made a deal with the Seven Deadly Sins, drank the Longevity Wine and regained his youth. A few days ago, he led his Hierophant Pirates on a sea expedition to find Devil Fruits."

After a pause, Charlotte Linlin said with a half-smile, "That guy might just be trying to avoid you."

Where Kaido?

"I've locked him up."

"Release him; he's an indispensable fighting force!"

Are you ordering me around?

A cross appeared on Rocks's forehead, as if he had returned to those days when his ambitious subordinates always liked to challenge his authority.

But the situation was different now, so he took a deep breath and calmed himself down.

I beg you, please let him go.

The Box Garden World, Infinity Island.

Dimon silently withdrew his gaze.

As expected, Rocks acted as he had anticipated; he was indeed a man of his word, and the first thing he did after forming the alliance was to find the Dark-Dark Fruit for him.

"Ain, keep a close eye on the situation on Hachinosu."

Yes, Master.

[By the way, Master, Nika just sent a message; it seems they've found Pluton.]

"Seems like it?" Dimon was taken aback.

[Yes, they weren't sure if it was Pluton; they just said they found a ship underground.]

Let's rewind a little bit, to a time not long ago.

Wano Country, Flower Capital, Shogun's Mansion.

The current acting general is one of the All-Stars of the Beasts Pirates, known as "Drought" Jack.

The Seven Deadly Sins' assassination attempt on Kurozumi Orochi in the Flower Capital has stirred up the remnants of the Kozuki Family.

After being dispatched, Jack immediately adopted a ruthless policy and launched a massive purge of the Flower Capital.

At this moment, he was sitting in the general's mansion council hall, listening to reports from his subordinates.

"What did you say?"

"A samurai squad dispatched to Kuri recently went missing! Lord Jack, I suspect the Kozuki remnants' headquarters are in Kuri!"

"What are you waiting for? Mobilize your forces and wipe them out!"

Jack glared angrily, making the person reporting the incident tremble with fear.

The subordinate wiped away his cold sweat. "Um, Lord Jack... we can't underestimate the enemy. How about we wait for Kaido to return?"

"Who do you think I am? Get the troops assembled..."

Before Jack could finish speaking, a huge hand tore through the ceiling of the general's mansion with a loud bang.

"What?!"

Jack looked up, and his pupils immediately contracted.

A white giant, hundreds of meters tall, reached out and grabbed him.

"Hahaha, so you're the Drought?"

Jack was gripped tightly by the giant hand, nearly having all his bones crushed.

What incredible arm strength... wait, who is this guy?