Chapter 142: Joining Forces Again

Soon,

Under the efforts of the three staff members, a large number of pirates began to converge on Jaya Island.

Spring Island and Byway Island were both islands belonging to the rear of Jaya Island. Passing through these two islands would lead to the "City of Seven Waters."

And departing from the "City of Seven Waters," crossing the "Devil's Triangle," they would reach their destination in the first half of the Grand Line: the Sabaody Archipelago!

As for Gaya Island, it was a midway gathering point for the three adjacent sea routes, and it was the responsibility of Ricarluo.

Under the intimidation of the Lion King with his golden hair and silver eyes, most of the pirates on the island were gathered, heading towards Jaya Island.

As for the remaining half?

They had already been sent to the bottom of the sea to feed the fish by the Silver-Eyed Lion King.

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For those who had just entered, the Grand Line was both vast and unpredictable. But for those who were born in the Grand Line or had been living here for a long time, the Grand Line was no longer as dangerous or mysterious.

Eternal Log Poses

These were pointers that could permanently indicate an island. Once set foot on an island, it would unveil its mysteries before humans. —Even the legendary Raftel was no exception!

Den Den Mushi

These were actually natural creatures that could transmit information to each other through electromagnetic waves. Humans captured Den Den Mushi, installed a microphone, and turned them into devices for long-distance communication.

With these two items, mature organizations could rapidly gather scattered personnel.

At the same time, while the weather in the Grand Line was erratic and ever-changing, the area near the entrance, such as the "Reverse Mountain," could go from thunderstorms to blizzards within minutes.

This was due to the magnetic fields emitted by the seven sea routes interfering with each other, causing extreme weather conditions near the entrance. Although other sea areas were dangerous, they weren't as chaotic.

Moreover:

"Lion Shattering Sky Domineering Slash!"

A massive, unimaginable flying slash burst out, creating a canyon-like fissure in the sea! In the ocean fissure, crimson splashes rose like waterfalls! A bizarre sea king, resembling a horse and a frog, measuring over five hundred meters in length, was split in two.

"Too... too powerful..."

"It's no wonder he's the second-in-command of the Seven Warlords—"

"Such power, even Vice Admirals might not be on this level, right?"

After landing back on the deck, Ricarluo, in his half-lion form, paid no attention to the praise and astonishment of the surrounding pirates. He coldly walked back to the cabin to rest and prepare for the upcoming battle, leaving behind an excited crowd of pirates who seemed to have witnessed a "deity."

"Rosinante..."

In the dimly lit cabin, his silver eyes flashed with a hint of light.

Come on, I can't wait any longer.

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"Are you guys really merchants... cough, I mean, traders?"

On the Donquixote Family's ship, Zephyr looked around as she lifted a dumbbell bigger than herself and did squats. Everyone in the Donquixote Family was sweating profusely, exercising. Their diligence put her, a bona fide Marine, to shame.

"Sweat more in peacetime, bleed less in war."

Rosinante, holding a ten-ton giant hammer, responded cheerfully. The reinforced deck creaked as he put down the massive dumbbell. This ten-ton giant hammer had been a gift from a certain captain on "Foodvalten."

"All right, today's exercise ends here."

Gently placing the giant hammer down, amidst the creaking of the deck, Rosinante picked up a towel, prepared to take a shower.

"We've entered the sphere of influence of 'Jaya Island' now, and we might encounter the enemy's patrol ships at any time."

"Oh, right, Zephyr, if a battle happens..."

"Don't worry,"

Putting down the giant dumbbell, the girl, who was completely dry and not a drop of sweat on her body, nodded.

"You give the orders, and I'll execute. —As long as it's not an attack on the Marines or civilians, I won't hesitate to use my blade against pirates!"

Zephyr's declaration eased the concerns of the others, and they began to tidy up the exercise equipment, prepare for a bath, and get ready to face potential enemies.

As it turned out, the pirate ships belonging to Jaya Island appeared earlier than expected.

Just as Rosinante had finished showering and came out, Luffy, who was holding a telescope on the mast, leaped down.

"At 4 o'clock, I've spotted two pirate ships."

"But something seems strange—"

"Let me see,"

According to their estimates, the Donquixote Family's ship was supposed to take another day and a half to reach Jaya Island. How could the enemy's patrol radius extend to this extent?

Taking the telescope from him, Rosinante understood why Luffy had said something was strange.

Both pirate ships were flying the colorful lizard skull flag, undoubtedly a part of Kaido's armed forces. However, both ships had torn sails and smoke rising from their decks, indicating they had been attacked.

Not long after, the attackers came into Rosinante's view.

It was a massive "Snail Ship" with a fortress-like structure on its deck. The large "66" on its sails identified their affiliation.

The Germa 66, the Vinsmoke Family!

"Turn to 4 o'clock,"

Rosinante, perched on the mast, shouted down.

"Our 'allies' have arrived—"

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"Mr. Rosinante, Mr. Doflamingo."

By the time the Donquixote Family's ship had approached, the battle had already ended.

A large group of soldiers from the Germa 66, dressed in combat gear and wearing helmets, were systematically clearing the two pirate ships.

A military officer who could be identified as the "Division Commander" by his armband leaped onto the deck of the Donquixote Family's ship and saluted Rosinante and Doflamingo.

"His Highness Judge is up ahead. Please allow me to navigate for your family."

"Very well,"

Rosinante nodded.

In the face of the massive alliance of pirates gathered under the name of the "Seven Warlords," Kaido was coming. The Donquixote Family's response was to summon their "old friends" from the North Blue.

Professional War Family - Vinsmoke

The Vinsmoke family's "Snail Ship" can climb the Red Line, move freely between the Four Blues and the Grand Line, and is the technological foundation of their family, which operates across the entire world's seas.

Of course, hiring the Vinsmoke family requires astronomical amounts of Berries.

Usually, only a "nation" could afford it, but the Donquixote family was financially comparable to a small kingdom, and once they took over Kaido's territory, they would undoubtedly receive a large sum of money as compensation.

...

"Welcome, both of you,"

Guided by the "Snail Ship," the Donquixote family's ship was led to a sea fortress composed of numerous Snail Ships, and Vinsmoke Judge, who had grown a beard, welcomed them with big strides.

"Prince Judge, I hope you've been well?"

It had been two years since Rosinante, Doflamingo, and this blond man behind him had been dealing with each other, so they could be considered "acquaintances."

"Not bad, but not as well as you two—"

"As soon as we entered the Grand Line, we targeted the 'Seven Warlords.'"

"We haven't done anything, but that Kaido suddenly challenged us."

Rosinante shrugged indifferently, while Doflamingo looked around and frowned in dissatisfaction.

"Vinsmoke, why did you only bring thirty Snail Battleships?"

Facing Doflamingo's questioning, Vinsmoke Judge, who had already calmed down, shook his head calmly.

"The price your family offered was only enough to hire thirty battleships."

"Eh, eh, eh, that's a billion Berries!"

"Sorry,"

However, the tall Vinsmoke Judge just shook his head again.

"Pause,"

Seeing the atmosphere growing tense, Rosinante stepped forward and extended his hands to stop the confrontation between the two.

"Prince Judge,"

"Our cooperation is: you handle the miscellaneous troops gathered by the other side, alright?"

After Vinsmoke Judge nodded, Rosinante turned to Doflamingo.

"Doflamingo,"

"Kaido, and his subordinates, will be our responsibility. Thirty Snail Battleships... It's a bit limited, but it should be enough."

"After all, we are very clear about the combat power of the Vinsmoke family."

That was natural. The Donquixote family and the Vinsmoke family had once "fought side by side," and they had a clear understanding of each other's strengths.

Of course, that was in the past.

"Don't mess up,"

Finally, Doflamingo issued a warning.

"You take care of the small fry, and leave the strong ones to us."

Thirty Snail Ships, combined with the Vinsmoke family's ship, advanced towards Jaya Island!

However, before they could get close to the island, the horizon was filled with masts.

The waves rolled, and numerous black pirate skull flags of various designs fluttered in the wind. Led by a dozen warships flying the "Colorful Lizard Flag," they bore down on Rosinante and the others.

"Haha, they're actually taking the initiative to engage in naval warfare?"

Rosinante exclaimed in surprise on the deck, which then turned into a sneer.

"Hehe, Doflamingo, Judge, they've already seen through us."

They had come out in full force, abandoning the harbor for battle. This was far superior to defending an island, as it would allow them to end the battle as quickly as possible.

In simple terms, Kaido's side was prepared to settle the Donquixote family's matter at sea using quantity and firepower.

"The Vinsmoke family's technology is not inferior to anyone!"

Hearing Vinsmoke Judge's confident words, Doflamingo sneered back.

"Technology?"

"They're just tools for clearing the small fry."

"Ehehe, only true strong ones can decide the outcome of a battle, a nation, or even the fate of the whole world!"

Facing Doflamingo, who opened his arms and embraced the battlefield, Vinsmoke Judge didn't say anything more.

Strong ones?

Thinking back to Germa being destroyed by "Monkey D. Luffy" with a wave of his hand a year ago, fear and resentment caused this burly man with blond hair to clench his fists until his nails pierced his palms!

The Vinsmoke family had to have its own strong ones.

It was time to use the "Lineage Factor" for enhancement, and when his naturally superhuman children grew up—

It would be time to fulfill the Vinsmoke family's long-cherished wish.

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