One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 172 You're Not the Only One Who Can Change the World
Naval Headquarters, Operations Conference Room.

"The beasts are about to make a big move!"

"The surveillance warship has been sunk!"

"The Mammoth, Triceratops, Sabertooth, and several other pirate ships belonging to officers have been discovered, including the Groudon!"

"Judging from the flight path, Beasts' target this time is most likely the Red-Haired Pirates!"

"And there's more bad news: the new Giant Warrior Pirates have joined the Beasts!"

The officers were sweating profusely.

Almost all the beasts came out in full force, clearly heading for war, and their opponent was the Yonko Shanks.

The war between the Four Emperors is unpredictable and could have dire consequences!
Sengoku rested his chin on his hands, his eyes filled with gloom.

Navy, Four Emperors, Seven Warlords of the Sea.

If the balance of power among the three major forces is broken, it means that the world order will face a crisis, which is not good for the navy.

Moreover, judging from the situation, the Beasts Pirates clearly have the advantage. If the Beasts defeat Shanks, they will inevitably become even stronger.

However, given its position, the Navy certainly cannot help Shanks. It is in the Navy's interest to sit back and watch the two fight, while simultaneously weakening both sides.

"Summon the Seven Warlords of the Sea!"

"Borsalino, you go too!"

"Wait for my command to take care of things!"

New World, Red-Haired Stronghold.

The newcomer, Loxda, ran into the base in a panic.

"Something's wrong, Captain!"

The beasts' grand advance shook the underworld, and naturally, it did not escape the notice of the Red-Haired Pirates.

"calm down."

Shanks took a deep breath.

"What's the situation now?"

"The fleet of beasts has been operating in a dispersed manner and has just arrived in our territory. Now all the islands are calling on us for help."

House seemingly endless rain.

Loki has already given them a huge headache, and now the Beasts Pirates are also on the move, so they simply can't handle it all.

They only have one boat!

Has Kaido appeared?

"no!"

"Where is that calamity, Goode?"

Gottel Island!

"Depart for Gottel Island immediately!"

The New World, Gottel Island.

The Groudon docks.

"Captain Goode, all the tasks you assigned have been conveyed."

"Ah."

Goode looked at the ruins on the island.

The Red-Haired Pirates employ an elite strategy, and with only one ship, they are bound to be overwhelmed when facing an enemy force.

As for the pirates under Shanks' command, although there are some powerful figures, most of them are just small fry and can't amount to much.

The two sides are vastly different in troop strength.

Using one's strengths to attack one's weaknesses is the only way to win a war.

The island's residents were cleaning up the ruins when, faced with the sudden appearance of a horde of wild animals, only a few managed to escape into the deep mountains.

None of the beasts are as conspicuous as Loki.

"Captain Goode, we've captured the man!"

The gang leader in charge of guarding the island was brought before Goode.

The gang leader, his face covered in wounds and his breath weak, said, "This island belongs to the red-haired boss. He won't let you get away with this!"

"You seem to have made a mistake."

Goode looked down at the gang leader and gave him a friendly smile: "Don't get me wrong, we're here to rescue you!"

"Eh?"

The gang leader was completely bewildered.

Not an intruder?
Goode smiled and asked, "You're short of food right now, aren't you? And you don't have the money to rebuild your homes, right?"

"Ah."

The gang leader swallowed hard. What were these guys up to?
Goode produced a contract: "As long as you lead the villagers to sign this document, we will help you overcome your difficulties and even give you job opportunities!"

"This is."

The gang leader took the contract and looked at the harsh terms on it; a chill ran from his heels to the top of his head.

The contract was simple: the pirates would help them through their difficulties, provide them with water and food, and help rebuild the town, but all the newly built towns and fields would belong to the pirates.

If they want to stay, they can rent the property and land and work under the other party's arrangement. They can buy back the house and land when they earn money in the future.

It seems like there's nothing wrong with it, but in reality, they sold their homeland to pirates!
"This is impossible!"

"I think you've misunderstood something."

Good grinned: "Don't forget we're pirates, not here to negotiate with you. If you're not willing, I can find someone else."

"The red-haired leader will not agree!"

The gang leader's eyes were bloodshot.

"Don't get me wrong, this is war!"

Goode turned away coldly.

"boom!"

A gunshot rang out, and the man fell into a pool of blood.

"Hang the body up, then notify the villagers to sign!"

"Yes!"

Goode arrived at the port and gazed wistfully at the sea.

If we miss this opportunity, it won't be so easy to find another reason to start a war. The Red-Haired Pirates are elusive, and it will be difficult to find them.

As for the islands under Shanks' control, a forced invasion would only provoke fierce resistance and cause greater casualties; this is already the most lenient means of occupation.

What he needs is labor, not a deserted island.

If they're all killed, who's going to pay their rent?

The effect of making an example of someone was obvious, and coupled with the lure of food, the villagers, who had been starving for several days, readily signed the papers.

For most ordinary people, survival is the top priority!

Groudon's mast lookout tower.

"Captain, we've spotted the Red-Haired Pirates!"

"come yet!"

Goode's gaze darkened.

As expected, Shanks approached him first. Since it was a forced intrusion, he didn't expect Shanks to be clueless.

The Red Furs is approaching the port.

"Boss, we've detected a geological disaster!"

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Shanks walked to the bow of the ship and drew a section of his sword.

The wind rises and the clouds surge; the waves churn.

A terrifying burst of Conqueror's Haki erupted, and a large amount of red lightning spread towards the coast, gathering around Goode!

The aftershocks alone caused the pirates on their own ship to lose consciousness and fall to the ground, and the ship itself was shaking violently.

"Boss, don't suddenly unleash your domineering aura!"

"The newlyweds were all foaming at the mouth!"

The officials complained.

Shanks' eyes were as cold as knives: "It's not that I would call you despicable, after all, we are all pirates, but if you want to start a war, come at me, why drag innocent people into it!"

"They flew your flag, and it's your fault for not protecting them. Don't portray yourself as some kind of saint, Redhead!"

Goode stood on the shore and responded coldly.

He could hear what Shanks was saying amidst the other's domineering aura, and he knew that his answer would be heard by Shanks.

Only by experiencing it firsthand can one know how powerful Shanks is, wielding Conqueror's Haki to such a terrifying degree that even Kaido couldn't do it.

Goode's gaze was icy, and his body grew larger.

"Just Loki alone has thrown you into disarray, destroyed over a dozen islands, and left hundreds of thousands of refugees starving. Do you think you can feed them and help them survive?!"

"I can!"

"I can ensure they have enough to eat and live a stable life!"

"Don't be so arrogant, Redhead!"

"Red-Haired Shanks, you're not the only ones who can change the world. We villains you look down on also have the right to change the world!"

(End of this chapter)