Chapter 8 The Rise of the Second Golden Lion

**Little Garden, At the Foot of the Volcano**

At this moment, Roxiu, Dorry, and Brogy had become friends through combat.

After the battle, the three sat together and started a banquet.

In this world, people seem to have a natural inclination for banquets. Even with just three people, as long as there's alcohol and meat, a banquet can start anytime.

"Hey Brogy, Dorry, are you interested in sailing with me?"

Roxiu took a sip of his drink and said, "How about we turn this world upside down together?"

Hearing Roxiu's words, Dorry and Brogy exchanged glances and shook their heads.

"We appreciate your invitation, Roxiu, but our battle isn't over yet, so we can't leave Little Garden."

Dorry explained, and Brogy nodded in agreement.

"We are honorable warriors who keep our promises. Until our battle is decided, we won't leave Little Garden for the sea," Brogy said.

Roxiu showed a hint of helplessness on his face. Dorry and Brogy's strength, even if not the top in the world, was still formidable.

Their power, comparable to elite Navy Vice Admirals, was not something just anyone could possess.

Suddenly, an idea came to Roxiu's mind. Looking seriously at Dorry and Brogy, he said, "You don't have to leave Little Garden. Until your battle is decided, you can stay here and continue fighting."

"But if my pirate crew encounters some trouble, I'll need your assistance."

Dorry looked puzzled: "Roxiu, even if we want to help, if you're in trouble in the New World, we won't be able to assist from here."

"Yeah, Roxiu," Brogy agreed, adding, "Are you going to move Little Garden directly? Hahaha!"

Roxiu laughed at Brogy's words and then said, "Yes, I plan to move Little Garden."

"What?"

In Dorry and Brogy's puzzled eyes, Roxiu activated the power of his Float-Float Fruit.

The Ancient Island began to tremble, and waves surged on the distant sea as if something significant was about to happen!

"Hey Dorry, look!"

Hearing Brogy, Dorry looked into the distance. Little Garden seemed to be rising mysteriously. Roxiu said, "With the Float-Float Fruit's power, I can make everything I've touched float, even an island like Little Garden, with just a bit of my stamina."

"How about it, Dorry, Brogy?"

Roxiu smiled and asked, "Join my pirate crew. You don't have to show up all the time, just fight alongside me in times of crisis."

"This is a hard invitation to refuse."

Brogy couldn't help but say, "Dorry, it's been a long time since we sailed the seas, right?"

"Yes, Brogy."

Dorry then looked at Roxiu, smiling, "Then, we'll be in your care, Captain."

Meanwhile, many pirates preparing to head to the next destination at Whisky Peak felt strange.

Following their compass, they had arrived at the Ancient Island, Little Garden. Many were ready to land and resupply.

But now...

"Where's Little Garden? How can such a big island disappear?"

Countless pirates were confused, and news of Little Garden's disappearance quickly reached the Navy.

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**Navy Headquarters, Marineford**

"The Ancient Island Little Garden has disappeared from the sea. You all know what this means, right?"

Fleet Admiral Kong looked at the others and said, "With no signs of a major battle and no other reason, there's only one possibility!"

"The second Golden Lion, Roxiu, has appeared!"

"With the power of the Float-Float Fruit, he made the entire Little Garden float!"

Hearing this, Admirals Sengoku and Black Arm Zephyr fell silent.

Meanwhile, Vice Admiral Garp, the Navy Hero, remained unconcerned, even dozing off in this serious meeting.

Besides these top fighters, the meeting included the two monster rookies, Akainu Sakazuki and Kizaru Borsalino!

Of course, other Navy Vice Admirals were also present, including Tsuru, Gion, and Strawberry.

Tsuru squinted and said, "After seizing all of Golden Lion's power, he didn't head to the New World but went to Paradise..."

"Considering upcoming events, Fleet Admiral Kong, I believe the second Golden Lion will appear in Loguetown."

Everyone felt a headache hearing this.

A monster-level strongman appearing in the East Blue, especially at the sensitive time of the Pirate King Roger's execution, couldn't be taken lightly.

"Sengoku, Zephyr."

Kong stood up, his gaze serious, "I'll guard Marineford alone. The other leaders, head to Loguetown to suppress the East Blue pirates."

"For the execution of Pirate King Roger, there must be no mishaps. The Navy's ability to lead the sea in the future hinges on this event!"

Sengoku took a deep breath and said, "A troublesome brat. But Little Garden's disappearance is good for the Navy. Most pirates will get lost around Whisky Peak without its landmark."

Kong shook his head and said, "We don't need to worry about these things in the short term. Seven days remain until Roger's execution. Sengoku, Garp, you two head to Impel Down to escort Pirate King Roger to Loguetown."

"Tsuru, Zephyr, set off ahead and clear any pirate crews encountered on the way!"

"The World Government has just sent orders. CP will assist in preventing New World monsters from appearing. More detailed tactics will be decided after reaching Loguetown. Sengoku, after Roger's execution, I plan to step down as Fleet Admiral."

Kong looked at Admiral Sengoku and said, "So all the tactical arrangements for Loguetown are up to you."

Sengoku stood up immediately and solemnly said, "Understood, Fleet Admiral Kong. I will ensure that no mishaps occur during Roger's execution."

Kong nodded and looked at the first half of Paradise.

"Let's hope so..."

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Power stones....