Starting with helping Zhao Kai ascend the throne in the snow

However, the desert tornado was destroyed by an energy beam from the arriving pacifist robots shortly after it took off, nipping its power in the bud.

"We've been training for a thousand days to use this one. We've been receiving high salaries from Lord Tesoro all this time, and today is the day to repay him. Charge! We must rescue Lord Tesoro..." After seeing the security personnel arrive, Mr. Tanaka used his Pass-Pass Fruit ability to escape from the ground and then encouraged the arriving security personnel.

However, when faced with powerhouses like Crocodile, Hawkeye, and Kuzan, many security personnel swallowed hard, some too afraid to step forward. Only ten Pacifistas locked their eyes on Crocodile.

"Whoever can injure or kill them with Seastone weapons, I'll give him 100 billion Berries..." Tesoro, who was being suppressed by Kuzan, loudly offered a huge reward after seeing the fear on the faces of the security personnel.

The saying goes, "A great reward will surely bring forth brave men." Although Kuzan, Hawkeye, and others are extremely powerful, they might still be able to harm them with their Seastone weapons. Besides, it's 100 Berries! If they can get that bounty, they'll never have to worry about money again for the rest of their lives.

Immediately, some people were tempted. Faced with the lure of money, their fear vanished, and their gazes toward Hawkeye and the others were no longer filled with dread, but rather as if they were looking at a walking Pele.

Not only Tesoro's security personnel, but even some pirates who were just watching the spectacle and were confident in their strength were moved by the huge bounty. "Lord Tesoro, we are not from the Golden Entertainment City. I wonder if we can also enjoy such treatment?"

Soon, dozens of somewhat well-known pirates gathered around, their eyes gleaming as they talked.

What are these pirates risking their lives at sea for? It's all about status and wealth. Now they have a chance to rise to the top in one step. If they can injure or kill Hawkeye and Kuzan, they can retire early.

Despite the restless pirates and security personnel around him, Hawkeye didn't even blink. His gaze remained fixed on the battlefield between Kuzan and Tesoro. Faced with the attack of Kuzan, a former Marine Admiral, the pampered Tesoro, who was used to solving everything with money, was clearly no match and was completely overwhelmed by Kuzan.

However, this is his home turf after all. With the power of the Gold-Gold Fruit, he can continuously control gold from the city to help with both offense and defense, and he can hold out for a while.

"I'll answer on behalf of Lord Tesoro: as long as you can injure them, the money will definitely be paid to you," Mr. Tanaka said hastily from the side, seeing that Tesoro was preoccupied with other matters.

"Can you make that decision?" someone asked, frowning. This was worth hundreds of billions of Berries; it was hardly convincing to hear from a mere subordinate of Tesoro.

"I am Lord Tesoro's confidant, and do you think tens of billions of Berries is a lot? Lord Tesoro is the richest man in the world, and a mere tens of billions of Berries is just a drop in the ocean. If he can't pay out, you can come to me for it." Mr. Tanaka patted his chest and assured everyone in the face of their doubts.

"Alright, I'll trust you this once. Anyone want to make this money and team up with me?" Immediately, a fierce-looking pirate stepped forward.

Seeing someone take the lead, the other pirates who were initially hesitant immediately followed and headed towards the place where Kuzan and Tesoro were fighting.

"Desert Blade." Just then, a massive slash made of sand blocked their path; it was Crocodile who had made his move.

"What a bunch of reckless fools, money over life, but it's good to start with you guys." Crocodile excitedly watched the pirates who made the move and the security personnel behind them, ripped off his coat, and charged straight into the crowd.

"Crescent Sand Dune Slash." Old Sand enlarged his right arm into a crescent-shaped sand blade to slash at the enemy. Although this move did not have strong offensive power, as long as the sand touched the body, the moisture in the body would be sucked out, turning into a dried-up mummy.

Crocodile became famous very early and served as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea for many years, so many pirates only knew his name but were unaware of his fighting style.

As a result, many careless pirates and security personnel were instantly hit by Crocodile's Crescent Dune Slash, turning into mummy figures on the verge of death.

"Pacifistas, hurry and save Lord Tesoro!" While the pirates and security personnel were busy with Crocodile, Mr. Tanaka ordered the Pacifistas beside him. The next second, the red light in the Pacifistas' eyes shifted from Crocodile to Kuzan, and they opened their mouths to reveal the laser emitters inside.

"Slash." Faced with the pacifist's actions, Hawkeye, who had been keeping a close eye on the battlefield, frowned slightly, then drew his black sword without turning his head and unleashed a basic slash behind him.

Suddenly, a sharp blade of energy, accompanied by a whistling sound that cut through the air, sliced ​​ten expensive Pacifistas in two in the blink of an eye.

Blue arcs of electricity flickered from the pacifist's broken body, and the laser beams that were about to be fired were all extinguished. Under Hawkeye's blade, these war weapons, which were said to cost as much as 100 million Berries each, were simply no match for him.

After the first move, Hawkeye sheathed his black blade, his gaze never leaving the battlefield.

With his strike, Mr. Tanaka, who had originally intended to rescue Tesoro, and the restless security personnel were all terrified and fell silent, no longer daring to approach the battlefield.

Anyone who isn't blind can see that the gap between the two sides is too great. Tesoro's bounty is good, but you have to be alive to take it. If you lose your life, then it's all over.

"Go! There are so many of us, Hawkeye alone can't stop us..." Mr. Tanaka looked at Tesoro, who was falling behind, and although he was very scared, he still tried to sway the people around him.

But nobody's a fool. Although Mr. Tanaka's words sound nice, he himself kept hiding behind others, so who would be willing to step forward and die?

Meanwhile, in the waters surrounding the Golden Entertainment City, a luxurious ocean liner was sailing on the sea, with two escort ships following behind. One of them was the flagship of the navy. At this moment, on the bow deck, Fujitora stood facing the wind with his sword in hand, the fierce sea wind making his coat flutter.