#29 Revelation

As soon as these words were spoken, the once bustling square fell into a deathly silence—

Of course! The most influential event on the seas recently was the disappearance of the Celestial Dragons!

For most people, especially pirates and revolutionaries, the trouble of the Celestial Dragons was a welcome sight.

No one liked those high and mighty overlords!

However, being happy about their misfortune was one thing; it was easy to joke about such things when it didn't involve them directly.

So when Carlo mentioned the recent big event, most people's first reaction wasn't to think of the Celestial Dragons.

After all, it didn't seem related to them…

Most thought the Revolutionary Army was the most likely culprit behind such an attack!

Therefore, the other major event in the pirate world, the killing of a Whitebeard Pirate crew captain, was brought up and diverted most of the attention to that topic…

People are easily swayed by discussions and opinions, often overlooking the key issue, which was common in Carlo's previous life.

This was true in any era, any world, even among pirates.

"Yes... that's right, recently there's been no event more influential than this…"

Finally, someone spoke up, breaking the silence.

As the pirates looked towards the person who shouted, they noticed Blackbeard and Carlo standing on the platform, smiling mysteriously.

Their eerie expressions, combined with the current topic...

It felt like a scene from a horror movie!

Instantly, everyone felt a chill down their spines, realizing a terrifying possibility…

"That's right, we're the ones behind the disappearance of the Celestial Dragon!"

"Saint Larcher is in the hands of the Blackbeard Pirates!"

Before the pirates could let their imaginations run wild with conspiracy theories, Carlo revealed the truth about their abduction of the Celestial Dragon!

"Oh my god!"

It was true!

Below, the pirate who had initially pointed out the issue looked even more terrified after Carlo confirmed it...

This time, he didn't hesitate and immediately turned to flee the island!

What a joke! The people in front of him were wanted by the whole world!

They were targeted by the Navy and the World Government, marked for death until they were captured and executed!

Following them would mean risking his life against the World Government at any moment!

Furthermore, there was a huge bounty for finding the missing Celestial Dragon!

Even providing a small clue, if proven useful, could earn a reward starting at a billion!

This was more than an average pirate could earn in a lifetime...

This bounty was far higher than the usual pirate bounties!

Because of this, many bounty hunters had switched professions to help the World Government find clues…

Even though they hated the Celestial Dragons, no one would turn down money, as it was a real, tangible benefit!

Once Blackbeard and Carlo's identities were exposed, they would be enemies of the world. Even their 'colleagues' would try to step on them.

That's the harsh reality!

"Running? Did you forget what I said at the beginning!"

Seeing the fleeing pirate, Carlo's expression turned cold. His voice was calm, but everyone could hear the clear intent to kill…

In the next moment, Carlo's figure vanished from the platform, leaving only a blur behind!

"Zehahaha, daring to ignore our words, it seems you really want to die…"

As Carlo disappeared, Blackbeard's sinister laughter reached everyone's ears.

Blackbeard then leaped off the platform, sprinting in another direction!

"Le... let… let go!"

Moments later, just as the pirates had processed the shocking news, they heard a stifled cry.

Turning around, they saw that Carlo had returned, standing behind them.

In his hand, he held the pirate who had tried to flee!

"You reacted quickly, but your decision wasn't very wise…"

Carlo lifted the pirate by his neck, suspending him off the ground.

The pirate's face turned red from suffocation, his limbs flailing desperately, but Carlo's expression remained cold, as if he were holding an insect.

"I... I was wrong, sir... please spare me…"

The pirate barely managed to squeeze out a few words, using all his strength.

He had never expected Carlo to be so fast!

Despite the distance, Carlo had effortlessly caught up to him!

The pirate had a quick mind. When everyone else was misled into thinking Carlo was talking about the Whitebeard Pirate captain's murder, he had realized it was something else!

Seeing Carlo and Blackbeard's eerie smiles had confirmed his suspicion…

But, in his extreme panic, he had chosen to run, pushing himself into a worse situation!

"I warned you, but you took my words lightly, so don't blame me…"

'Crack!'