Chapter 112: Dividing the Devil Fruits

If they were to die, it would mean that the Heavenly Gold had been plundered. Even without contacting the transport ships, they could confirm that the Heavenly Gold was stolen. However, even after changing the transport routes, it made little difference.

The Rocks Pirates seemed as if they knew all the routes in advance, always managing to find the Heavenly Gold ships.

Out of the 25 Heavenly Gold transport ships in the New World, 13 had already been looted.

"There's a traitor, a mole!"

"Immediately investigate and root out the mole."

"Also, issue orders to abandon all the original transport routes, and plan new ones. Once the routes are set, pass them down directly!"

Only after receiving this information again did Finance God Nasusuro Saint realize that the intelligence network of the Rocks Pirates had infiltrated the World Government.

However, at this point, he could only send people to investigate the mole while taking remedial actions.

But by then, the chances to make amends were scarce.

In the end, out of 25 Heavenly Gold ships, only 5 managed to reach the Holy Land Mariejois safely; the rest were all plundered by the Rocks Pirates.

Not a single ship sank to the bottom of the sea.

"Outrageous, utterly outrageous!"

Finance God Nasusuro Saint was nearly beside himself with anger after seeing the final tally of the Heavenly Gold!

The loss of 20 portions of Heavenly Gold meant that the already financially strained World Government was in even worse shape.

After all, the numerous funds owed from the previous years couldn't be compensated through the Heavenly Gold.

"Given the situation, we'll have to convene a meeting to see if we can allocate some Heavenly Gold from the Celestial Dragons to the World Government for emergency funds."

Environment God Mars Saint suggested.

The Heavenly Gold was originally offered to the Celestial Dragons, who would then allocate a portion to the World Government to maintain its rule over the world.

Later, this process was deemed too cumbersome, and a rule was established: 60% of the Heavenly Gold went to the Celestial Dragons, and the remaining 40% to the World Government.

But now, with the loss of 20 portions of Heavenly Gold, the missing portions were deducted from the World Government's share.

The Celestial Dragons' share of the Heavenly Gold was still given as if no loss had occurred, maintaining the 60% allocation.

The Celestial Dragons didn't care why the Heavenly Gold was lost; it was the World Government's responsibility, and they wouldn't cover for its failures.

"Getting them to allocate part of their Heavenly Gold to the World Government is quite challenging."

Legal God Vauquere Saint shook his head.

Even though the Five Elders themselves were Celestial Dragons, reallocating Heavenly Gold to the World Government would affect their interests as well.

Moreover, the Heavenly Gold was shared among all Celestial Dragons, who were divided into various factions, making it difficult to take a share from them.

"Hahahaha, this is the last trip. We managed to find 7 out of 8 routes for transporting the Heavenly Gold. It's a pity we couldn't find the last one."

Li Yuan laughed heartily after slaying two CP0 members.

There was so much Heavenly Gold that even after handing half over to Rocks, the remaining amount was split among the four of them.

Each one of them would get around 5 billion Berries.

"Ze hahahaha, indeed, there's a wealth of Heavenly Gold. If we didn't have to give some to Rocks, we could have gotten even more!"

The Golden Lion said greedily.

"Shiki, we can't beat Rocks right now."

Whitebeard reminded the Golden Lion.

Having witnessed Rocks' strength, especially the power of the Yami Yami no Mi, Whitebeard knew that even if the four of them joined forces, they couldn't defeat Rocks.

Among the four of them, aside from Li Yuan, the others would lose much of their strength without their Devil Fruit powers.

Under these circumstances, they couldn't defeat Rocks.

So, after witnessing Rocks' Yami Yami no Mi ability, both Whitebeard and the Golden Lion consciously focused on enhancing their physical bodies and Haki.

Rocks could nullify their Devil Fruit abilities, but he couldn't affect their physical strength and Haki.

"I'm just saying."

The Golden Lion shrugged. He knew they couldn't beat Rocks now, especially since Rocks had revealed the Yami Yami no Mi, which countered Devil Fruit users. Even teaming up with Whitebeard and Li Yuan wouldn't guarantee victory against Rocks.

"That may be so, but as long as we don't inform Rocks, it's not impossible to do certain things."

At this point, Li Yuan suddenly spoke.

"Hmm? Li Yuan, what do you mean by that?"

The Golden Lion asked suspiciously.

"Whitebeard, I remember you joined this ship to find your family. Now that you've found them, do you still want to stay on this ship?"

Li Yuan asked Whitebeard instead of answering the Golden Lion.

"Hmph!!!"

Whitebeard looked at Li Yuan in displeasure.

He certainly didn't want to stay with the Rocks Pirates, nor did he want his sons to be on such a malevolent ship where mutual slaughter was rampant, fearing the influence it might have on them.

But he couldn't defeat Rocks or protect his sons from Rocks' madness.

So he had to stay with the Rocks Pirates until he had enough strength to contend with Rocks, at which point he'd leave.

"Golden Lion, Charlotte Linlin, you two don't want to stay on Rocks' ship either, do you?"

Li Yuan continued.

"Li Yuan, just say what you want. We might not be able to defeat Rocks individually, but if the four of us team up, we might not be afraid of him!"

The Golden Lion said.

Rocks' Devil Fruit power countered ability users, such as Charlotte Linlin's Soru Soru no Mi, Whitebeard's Gura Gura no Mi, and the Golden Lion's Fuwa Fuwa no Mi.

But their strength wasn't solely dependent on their Devil Fruits. They had the power to rival Navy Admirals even without them.

Four against one, they weren't afraid of Rocks and were confident they could defeat him.

"Hahahaha, then I'll be straightforward."

"Splitting the other treasures with Rocks is fine, but the secret treasures of the sea shouldn't be given to him. We should divide them among ourselves!"

With that, he opened a chest and took out eight Devil Fruits.

These were the Devil Fruits found among the Heavenly Gold.

"Indeed, Li Yuan, you're right. The Devil Fruits should be divided among us. After all, Rocks only asked for half of the treasure, not half of the Devil Fruits."

The Golden Lion nodded approvingly.

Even if Li Yuan hadn't mentioned it, the Golden Lion would have brought it up.

Compared to ordinary treasures, he preferred the Devil Fruits that could enhance a person's strength.

"Mamamama, Li Yuan, I like your suggestion."

Charlotte Linlin was also very pleased and greedy upon seeing the Devil Fruits.

Although they were cadres in the Rocks Pirates, they didn't have much territory or treasure, let alone the secret treasures of the sea like Devil Fruits.

Even Whitebeard was tempted by the Devil Fruits, as although he didn't need them, he could prepare them for his future sons.

"In that case, it's decided."

"None of the Devil Fruits have their types or names labeled. Two for each person!"

Li Yuan smiled.

"Ze hahahaha, then I won't hold back."

With that, the Golden Lion casually picked two Devil Fruits, not knowing what they were.

"Mamamama!!"

"Gurararara!"

Then Charlotte Linlin and Whitebeard each chose two, leaving the last two for the Golden Lion.

Thus, the eight Devil Fruits were divided among the four of them.

"Ze hahahaha, let's head back!"

Having obtained the Devil Fruits, the Golden Lion was in high spirits.

Returning to the Hive, after the treasures were distributed, Rocks didn't inquire about the Devil Fruits.

Li Yuan quickly returned to his residence and took out the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia to check the information on the two Devil Fruits he had.

"Paramecia-type: In-In Fruit!"

"Allows the user to become invisible, similar to the Suke Suke no Mi, but can also hide one's life force, reducing presence."

"This is a good fruit for cultivating assassins or snipers!"

Li Yuan was satisfied with the information on the In-In Fruit; although not top-tier, it was perfect for the right person.

"Zoan-type: Bull-Bull Fruit, Model: Red-Eyed Bull!"

"This Devil Fruit is among the better ones in the ordinary Zoan category. The Red-Eyed Bull gains enhanced strength when enraged."

Li Yuan nodded, feeling good about obtaining two Devil Fruits.

"Kano, Mari, any difficulties recently?"

After securing the Devil Fruits, Li Yuan called Kano and Mari to check on the situation over the past two months.

"Senior Brother, we've just been training regularly and occasionally leading raids. No issues."

Kano replied.

"Good, as long as there are no issues. I'll be leaving Hive Island for a while. Contact me through the Den Den Mushi if needed."

Li Yuan waved his hand.

He planned to visit Amazon Lily. Based on the timing, Yadina was about to give birth, and as a father and husband, he wanted to be there!

"Captain, don't worry. No pirate dares to provoke us."

Mari flattered. None would dare to test the wrath of the Great Swordsman Li Yuan.

After the news spread of Li Yuan slaying a Navy Admiral, whispers began calling him the world's greatest swordsman.

Though not a Devil Fruit user, Li Yuan's feat of defeating an Admiral with a sword alone was unmatched, except perhaps by Rocks himself.

Rocks wasn't purely a swordsman, and with his Devil Fruit power, the title of the world's greatest swordsman subtly shifted to Li Yuan.

Li Yuan's reputation wasn't yet solidified; otherwise, the title would be official!

"Alright, go!"

With that, Li Yuan left Hive Island and set course for Amazon Lily.

After several days of sailing, arriving at the Calm Belt, Li Yuan docked his ship on an uninhabited island and used Moonwalk to fly into the Calm Belt.

Guided by a Vivre Card, Li Yuan found Amazon Lily without alerting others.

He greeted the captain of the Kuja Pirates, Fire, and went to Yadina's residence.

"The great swordsman Li Yuan, truly a terrifying man!"

Cecilia, after just one look, felt as if she was facing an unsheathed, peerless sword, the sharpness of which hurt her eyes.

Yadina's residence was secluded and serene, perfect for nurturing pregnancy, with few visitors.

Various maids, all raised on Amazon Lily and unaware of their mistress's true identity, attended her.

"Sis, sis, come quickly, there's a butterfly!"

"Butterfly? Where, where? I'm coming!"

Upon arriving, Li Yuan saw two adorable little girls chasing a butterfly.

The two were so focused on the butterfly that they didn't notice ahead and bumped into Li Yuan's legs.

"Ouch!!"

"It hurts!"

Rubbing their foreheads, the two little ones stood up.

Children in the pirate world were robust; even under a year old, they could run and talk.

"Butterfly, butterfly!!"

Looking up, they saw the butterfly they were chasing in Li Yuan's hand.

Their eyes were filled with longing as they gazed at the butterfly in Li Yuan's hand.

"Akame, Esdeath, here, the butterfly is yours!"

Li Yuan said to his daughters, placing the butterfly before them.

"Butterfly, butterfly!!"

"So pretty!!"

Akame carefully cradled the butterfly in her hands, filled with joy.

"Huh? How do you know our names? We've never met you."

"No, I think I've seen you before, not sure where."

Esdeath curiously looked at Li Yuan.

"You are my daughters; I'm your father, of course, I know your names."

"Think back, haven't you seen my picture?"

Li Yuan said warmly to his adorable daughters.

"Huh?"

"We have, are you really our father?"

Akame, upon hearing Li Yuan, lost interest in the butterfly and looked at him intently.

"Akame, Esdeath, he's indeed your father!"

At that moment, Yadina, heavily pregnant, emerged from the room.

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