One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 285 The Rocky Harbor Incident!
During the Fire Festival, the Beasts' executives scattered throughout the world returned to Onigashima, significantly reducing their control over the New World.

Demons and monsters are all jumping around.

"Something happened on Beehive Island?"

"The main culprit is Trafalgar Law. He stole the hearts of 100 pirates. Marines also appeared on the island and clashed with Law. It seems that Shiki the Golden Lion was also involved."

"Furthermore, news of Poneglyphs has recently surfaced on Hive Island, and many powerful individuals are heading there. Trafalgar Law's goal is likely the Poneglyphs."

"understood."

Goode nodded slightly.

The Poneglyphs are like a cake made of stone; everyone knows they're hard to eat, but various factions still crave them, wanting to uncover the deliciousness hidden within.

The reason is simple: the Poneglyphs contain information about ancient weapons, a power that even the Four Emperors crave.

Goode thought for a while.

"Tell all underground forces that our Beasts will be leasing or selling some islands. Those who are interested can go to Beehive Island."

"Yes, Lord Goode."

Several days passed in the blink of an eye, and the news of the Hundred Beasts renting and selling the island caused quite a stir in the underworld.

It's not because of the rental or sale itself, but because of the meaning behind it. One thing is certain: the beasts are giving them a discount.

The beasts are now powerful, like a mountain pressing down on them, and many strong individuals are eager to make their move, especially the pirates and newcomers who have come out of Impel Down.

In contrast, the old forces of the New World stood firmly on the side of the Beasts. They were even more afraid of the Beasts falling than anyone else, because it concerned their own interests.

That's real estate!
Most underground forces have purchased a large number of properties in Hoenn, and they can make a lot of money just by renting them out!
If you can lie down comfortably, who would want to work hard?

Unbeknownst to many, the underground forces have split into two factions, with the old guard harboring considerable hostility toward the new forces that have emerged in the past year.

The sudden sale of the island by the beasts has made various forces sense something unusual, and even those who had no intention of doing so want to join in the fun.

At least we need to know what happened.

Beehive Island, a certain alleyway.

"Golden Lion!"

Luo's mouth was full of blood, and he was severely exhausted.

He was ambushed by the Golden Lion, and all his subordinates were captured. Only he managed to escape.

"Bepo, Pekin, Shaki."

Luo muttered his partner's name while treating himself, stitching up his wounds one by one.

He will not abandon his partner!
However, rescuing his companions from Shiki is extremely difficult, as Shiki knows the effects of his abilities and his companions have no idea where they are being held.

Trafalgar Law!

Suddenly, the young pink-haired marine ran into the alleyway.

"finally found you!"

"It's you!"

Luo recognized the newcomer, and a shadow fell over his eyes.

It was the naval officer who was hunting him down.

This guy keeps pestering me; does he really think he won't kill someone?!
"Room!"

A clear, deep blue halo enveloped the alleyway.

Upon seeing this, Koby's expression changed instantly, and he hurriedly waved his hand to indicate that he meant no harm: "Stop, Trafalgar Law, I'm not here to hunt you down, please let me finish speaking!"

"What do you want to say?"

Luo's face was gloomy.

If it weren't for the Navy's persistent harassment, they wouldn't have been given the opportunity by the Golden Lion, and their comrade's capture was inextricably linked to the other side.

Koby clenched his fist.

"Like you, my companions were also captured by the Golden Lion, as were the nobles and commoners of the Kingdom of Koya, who are now in the Golden Lion's hands."

"I alone cannot save my comrades and innocent civilians."

"I want to join forces with you!"

join forces?

Luo frowned, surprised to hear a request for cooperation from the Navy, but he did need help in the current situation.

The officer in front of him wasn't particularly strong, but being a naval officer, he should know more intelligence than him. He desperately wanted to know where his comrades were being held. "You know where my comrades are?"

"do not know."

Koby shook his head and quickly added.

"But I received a message that the Beasts Pirates are going to hold a special trade fair on Beehive Island in the next few days."

"Golden Lion recently made contact with the Beasts Pirates and will most likely attend the Beasts Trade Fair. We can use your abilities to infiltrate his ship then!"

The most likely place to imprison the companions after they were captured by the Golden Lion is naturally the Golden Lion's ship, but the Golden Lion's ship is not docked in port.

The other side is known as the Flying Pirates, and their ships basically float in the sky!
In addition, he witnessed the Golden Lion using his power to levitate the ships of the Kingdom of Koya, with the royal family, nobles, and common people all on board.

Therefore, their only chance is for the Golden Lion to arrive on the island for the trade fair.

Luo frowned in thought.

He is no match for Shiki now; the injuries on his body were sustained during his battle with Shiki.

A direct confrontation is definitely not an option; infiltrating to rescue them is the best approach. However, the navy personnel in front of him seem unreliable and might actually hinder him.

He preferred to infiltrate alone, as it would be more discreet, and even if discovered, he could quickly eliminate his opponent using his own abilities.

Thinking of this, Luo shook his head.

Koby said anxiously, "Trafalgar Law, my Observation Haki is very strong, I can definitely help you!"

"Strong?"

Luo frowned even more deeply.

He could easily take down this naive marine. Even if he mastered Observation Haki, how strong could he really be?

"Marine, how far can your Observation Haki detect?"

"About the size of an island!"

"An island?!"

Luo froze, thinking he had misheard.

"Marine, are you lying to me?"

"it is true!"

Koby didn't know how to prove it, but he could indeed sense the extent of an island, a power he awakened during the Marineford War.

His Observation Haki not only has a wide range, but he can also hear sounds.

Luo took a deep breath.

Even top-tier experts can only perceive the size of an island with their Observation Haki. Could the marine in front of us be a genius?

If what they say is true, then this rescue operation does indeed need their help.

"Marine, what's your name?"

"Kirby!"

"Koby, I can cooperate with you, but I don't trust you, so you must follow my orders for this operation!"

"I'd be willing to be bait as long as my comrades can be saved!"

Koby agreed without hesitation.

At this moment, on the Golden Lion's ship.

"Chirp, hahaha!"

Shiki looked at the prisoners. Besides the Heart Pirates, there were three Marine officers and some useless nobles.

"That kid actually got away; he's a real pain in the neck."

He personally took action but failed to capture Trafalgar Law, which was somewhat of a failure. The power of the Op-Op Fruit was indeed very attractive, and even he was somewhat tempted.

I wonder if we can remove the ship's wheel from his head.

"Selling you to the beasts should fetch a good amount of money!"

"Chirp, hahaha!"

Sorry, only two chapters today. My train of thought hasn't been working well these past few days. I'll try to adjust as soon as possible.

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