One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 170 Red Hair: They're watching us!

The New World, Gottel Island.

War raged, and thick smoke billowed everywhere.

The red-haired pirate flag hanging in the harbor was burned to ashes in the flames, and the town that the flag protected was reduced to ruins.

The only fortunate thing was that the island's inhabitants had taken refuge in the deep mountains beforehand. Faced with a monster several times larger than a giant, they didn't even have the courage to resist.

"Quickly notify the boss."

The town's gangsters used Den Den Mushi to contact the Red-Haired Pirates. Everything on the island had been destroyed, and they would not survive without help.

And the monster's message.

"Tell Shanks, this is just the beginning!"

The news of the destruction of several islands and the reappearance of "Cursed Prince" Loki quickly spread throughout the New World, causing headaches even for the Four Emperors.

All Nations, Cake Island.

"Oh my god, that red-haired kid is going to be in trouble, I'm so happy! By the way, why haven't I seen Katakuri in so long?"

"Mom, after Katakuri was defeated by the Earth Disaster last time, he has been training hard and told no one to disturb him."

"Hmph, you're utterly useless!"

Beehive Island, Moby Dick.

"We've let out a troublesome guy!"

Whitebeard put down the newspaper in his hand, feeling rather troubled, but judging from Loki's actions, they shouldn't be affected.

The captains ran up to Whitebeard.

"Dad, I have good news!"

"good news?"

Whitebeard paused for a moment, then looked at the crowd surrounding Marco and Marco's embarrassed, silly grin, and quickly understood what was going on.

He knew Marco was in a relationship and also knew the girl's background; she hadn't deliberately hidden her past.

A very honest girl.

The last child born on their ship was Oden's child.

Whitebeard's gaze was complex, a mixture of joy and melancholy. He knew that all of this was Goode's arrangement, but he did not stop it.

His sons have been with him for most of his life, and now that he is old and frail, he hopes that his sons can have their own families.

"Kuralala!"

"Men, prepare the feast!"

"Oh oh oh!"

"I'm going to go out to sea to prepare the best gift for Marco's child!"

"Sachi, I'll go with you!"

The New World, a simple cave on a winter island.

Red-Haired Pirates' temporary base.

"The loss is too great!"

Shanks put down the Den Den Mushi, his face so gloomy it could drip water.

Loki came prepared this time, never staying on any island for too long, which caused them to miss their target several times in a row.

If Loki is not found soon, not only will the losses continue to increase, but his banner will also gradually lose its deterrent power.

If he doesn't take any action, the pirates who covet his status as one of the Four Emperors will definitely target his territory and his captains, and may even swarm him.

Hongo looked apologetic. He was responsible for intelligence work while serving as the ship's doctor, and it was his responsibility that he failed to find Loki.

"I'm sorry, Captain."

"Do not blame you."

Shanks shook his head.

Beckman, smoking nearby, spoke with a grim expression: "With Loki's intelligence capabilities, there's no way he can escape our pursuit. Someone must be assisting him behind the scenes!"

"That's right."

Shanks nodded.

Loki was alone; how could he possibly evade their pursuit every time? There must be someone providing assistance behind the scenes.

As for who that person is, even without being told, his companions all know perfectly well.

"Disaster strikes, good heavens!"

The officials were furious.

It's definitely a geological disaster!
Beckman stubbed out his cigarette. As the team's strategist, he was well aware of the conspiracy hidden within.

"He's after us!" Loki was being used as a pawn.

Beckman asked in a cold voice.

"Hongo, what are all the beasts doing?"

"Same thing as what we did on Beehive Island!"

Hongo presented the intelligence he had gathered.

In the past year, the Beasts Pirates have stopped relying on violence to expand and instead started doing real estate business. Now, they have properties all over the New World.

Even Beehive Island is no exception.

They didn't know why Whitebeard would cooperate with the Beasts, but they certainly wouldn't agree if the Beasts were to claim land and build houses on their territory.

Anyone with half a brain can see the sinister intentions hidden in the den of beasts.

Beckman's eyes were filled with gloom: "The Beasts will act soon, and this time they will definitely be prepared!"

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The officials looked grim.

The Beasts Pirates came with great force, clearly intending to start a war. However, they have only been one of the Four Emperors for less than three years, and on paper, their strength is the weakest among the Four Emperors.

Shanks drew his longsword, his gaze cold and sharp.

"Prepare for battle!"

"understand!"

On the other side, in Wano Country.

Kin Inari Shrine.

After the fire ceremony, the people of various villages learned of the joyous news of the general's marriage and flocked to the Kin-Inari Shrine to worship and pray for the general's well-being.

Outside the main hall of the shrine, offering boxes overflowed with silver coins, and the walls for making wishes were covered with wooden plaques inscribed with blessings.

"General, your marriage is happy."

"May Lord Goode be well."

"I hope next year will be the same as this year."

Since Yamato became shogun, the lives of the people in each village have visibly improved. This time, during the fire festival, every household will be able to enjoy a sumptuous meal and delicious wine.

The people know very well who they should be grateful to.

That's right, it's General Goode's husband!
The main hall of the shrine is temporarily closed to the public in preparation for welcoming the shogun; only priests are inside.

The priestess whispered, "Lord of the Palace, the General has arrived at the mountain gate."

"Got it, I'll be right away."

Miss Miyaji knelt beneath the statue, her clear voice pleasant to hear.

After the priestess left, only the priestess remained in the main hall. The priestess's two large ears perked up as she looked up at the statue of Groudon placed in the main seat.

The woman immediately flew into a rage!

"That bastard pirate sent this filth to the shrine and even took over the main seat of Inari Okami. This is blasphemy!"

The priest was emanating black energy, clearly harboring a great deal of resentment. Even his fluffy fox tail crackled with electricity, each hair standing on end.

"The most hateful thing, the most hateful thing is!"

"He actually charged me taxes!"

"Seventy percent, seventy percent!!!"

"Waaah, that's all my money! I can't bear to spend a single penny!"

The fox woman lay prostrate on the ground, sobbing, until she was swollen with tears.

Is it easy for her to save money?

The shrine had been operating at a loss, but in the last two years, as the lives of ordinary people had improved, the shrine's financial situation finally improved.

However, her good days were short-lived, as pirates targeted her savings before she could even enjoy them.

I will curse him!

Gong Si jumped up and took out a cursed doll from his pocket. It had Goode's name written on it and was covered with various twisted runes, and even had black nails stuck in it.

The woman took out a nail hammer, revealing a terrifying smile like a female ghost, her waist-length orange hair fluttering in the wind.

Haha, hahahaha~~

"Ding!"

Once again, a nail was driven into the cursed figure, and the dark resentment on Gong Si finally dissipated. He stood up full of energy, his red eyes as pure as jewels.

"Oh dear, it's time to welcome the General!"

(End of this chapter)