In a certain sky, the Golden Divine Bird flapped its wings, soaring forward.
"Hahahaha! What a pleasant surprise, right, Hancock!"
Roa stood on top of the Roc, the headwind nearly blowing his hair off.
"..."
Hancock, behind Roa, did not share his composure.
The Roc's flying speed was too fast. Even a powerful fighter like Hancock had to crouch down and firmly grip the feathers on the divine bird's back just to keep from being blown away.
She absolutely couldn't be thrown off now!
The woman's exquisite face was strained, her silver teeth clenched tightly.
Robin, you idiot!
Why did you reveal your whereabouts so easily!
Aren't we in danger now?
You shouldn't have come alone, right?
That inexplicable Dragon must have followed you as well!
Otherwise—
Roa, this monster, has personally come out!
Damn it!
"Wait for me, Robin,"
Roa's laughter echoed across the desolate sky, "I'm coming for you now!"
A little earlier, North Blue.
On the coast of the island that had just experienced war, Robin, completely wrapped in a cloak, quietly watched a Revolutionary Army soldier communicating with his superiors nearby.
There shouldn't be any issues, right?
She thought.
Soon, the Revolutionary Army soldier ran back, clutching the Den Den Mushi.
"I've connected you to our superior,"
The Revolutionary Army soldier said with some seriousness, "You can say whatever you need to say now."
"Thank you very much."
Robin politely nodded to the soldier, then, with a hint of delight, took the Den Den Mushi from his hand.
"We should be thanking you,"
A calm voice came from the other end of the Den Den Mushi. "Miss, if it weren't for your help this time, we would probably be facing another painful defeat."
"It's nothing,"
Robin simply said, "The Calamity Company... Roa, that fellow is my enemy to begin with."
The person on the other end seemed to pause. "...Is that so?"
"Actually, I'm a little curious,"
Robin asked, "Even though you know there's no chance of victory, why do you launch wars again and again?"
"Because if we do nothing, people will grow accustomed to the Calamity Company's rule!"
The person on the other end replied, "The courage to resist is the hope of this ocean! We must never let hope be extinguished!"
"Hope?"
Robin gently chewed on the word.
She couldn't say whether the Revolutionary Army's actions were right or wrong, but she had definitely understood their resolve to be enemies with the Calamity Company.
"I understand,"
Robin nodded solemnly, "I have understood your determination!"
"In that case, I will be direct. I have come to seek cooperation with the Revolutionary Army."
"Cooperation?"
The Revolutionary Army cadre on the other end of the line was somewhat stunned.
"Exactly!"
Robin stated resolutely, "I hope to work with you to fight the Calamity Company and restore order to this ocean!"
"What?"
The Revolutionary Army cadre was suddenly taken aback, exclaiming in disbelief, "Madam, are you serious?"
"Of course."
Robin said calmly, "There's no room for jokes about something like this."
"Even if you say so, we can't just make such a decision based on your word alone,"
The Revolutionary Army cadre hesitated. "With all due respect, we are genuinely grateful for your help this time, but we don't even know who you are."
Robin understood their concerns.
After all, there was always the possibility that she was sent by the Calamity Company to infiltrate the Revolutionary Army through a fabricated injury, only to capture them all later.
Therefore.
"I understand your concerns."
Robin faced the Revolutionary Army soldier and pulled down her hood, revealing her true appearance.
"What?"
The Revolutionary Army soldier was instantly shocked, as Robin was far too famous in this world.
"What's wrong?"
The Revolutionary Army cadre on the Den Den Mushi heard the soldier's voice and asked nervously.
"She, she,"
The Revolutionary Army soldier looked at Robin's exquisitely beautiful face, immediately feeling nervous, his face turning slightly red.
"This lady is Empress Robin! The Captain of the Kuja Pirates! The Queen of the Amazon Lily!"
"What!!"
An incredulous gasp came from the Den Den Mushi. "Robin??"
"The Kuja Pirates no longer exist in this world, and neither does the Amazon Lily!"
Robin's voice turned cold, her fingers tightly clenched. "It is precisely because of this that I am absolutely irreconcilable with that monster, Roa!"
"..."
The other side fell silent for a moment, then finally spoke, "I understand. I will contact my superiors immediately. Please wait, Miss Robin."
"Thank you."
Robin breathed a slight sigh of relief.
This should be fine then.
She had successfully contacted the Revolutionary Army.
With the call temporarily paused, Robin finally had the spare time to observe the people on the island.
After a great battle, the people who had won showed no joy; they were simply tidying up the battlefield in silence.
They were quietly collecting bodies, gathering weapons, and repairing structures that could still be fixed.
"This is just the beginning."
The Revolutionary Army soldier put away the Den Den Mushi, his face filled with unspeakable bitterness.
"The Calamity Company will soon return, and their next offensive will only be stronger."
"Why don't you run away?"
As Robin instinctively asked this, she knew she had spoken foolishly.
Sure enough, the Revolutionary Army soldier shook his head, "Run away? Where could we run? We have nowhere to go."
"The entire North Blue is Roa's territory. There's no place for us to hide."
"Not to mention that once we flee to the sea, the Sea Kings will also attack."
"All we can do is hold this island."
Robin's delicate brow furrowed.
In other words, it was a dead end.
All the courage and passion were useless; there was no possibility of victory from the start.
"But even so, fighting is better than waiting for death."
The Revolutionary Army soldier smiled. "This country can't afford the next tax. Since destruction is inevitable anyway, we might as well fight to the end."
"Even if we ultimately fail, at least we can tell the Calamity Company, tell that bastard Roa! Not everyone fears him!"
"There will always be people who stand up to resist!"
"Well said!"
Robin nodded in approval.
This made the honest Revolutionary Army soldier's face grow even redder.
To ordinary people on the sea like them, Robin, the former Captain of the Kuja Pirates, was like a superstar.
And she was also the head of a super girl group.
However.
Robin secretly sighed.
Nidhogg needed more time to fully mature. At least for now, it wasn't the time to start a war with Roa or Imu.
That meant Roa's tyrannical rule would have to continue for a while.
And during this time, what kind of fate would this country face?
Robin dared not imagine.
If she hadn't appeared here at the right moment today, this country would probably already be reduced to scorched earth.
Roa!!
Do you, monster, have no pity for your fellow human beings?
A little later, the Revolutionary Army called back.
"Miss Robin! I have reported the news to the superiors. Headquarters said to please wait on that island. Mr. Dragon will be coming soon to meet with you!"
"Good!"
Robin nodded gladly.
Roa, just wait!
You can't kill all the resistors. Your crimes will only breed more enemies, and sooner or later, when all forces unite, it will be your doomsday!
...
"A-choo!"
In a certain sky over the North Blue, on the deck of a massive floating warship.
Roa sneezed violently.
"Who? Who is cursing me behind my back?"
Roa rubbed his nose, speaking with some annoyance.
"Don't you know yourself?"
Redfield, sitting leisurely on the deck and sipping wine, smiled. "The people on this ocean who aren't cursing you behind your back are the minority, aren't they?"
"What?"
Roa erupted in fury. "What's wrong with the remaining minority? Why aren't they cursing? Haven't they felt pain because of me?"
"Hahahahaha!"
Redfield burst into laughter.
Indeed, only Roa could say such a thing.
Hancock, standing quietly to the side, pursed her lips. She didn't care about the conversation; she was just anxious for Robin, who still didn't know Roa had come personally.
"But Roa, are you really sure you don't need me to accompany you?"
Redfield grew slightly more serious, his expression becoming solemn. "I'd really like to try out my newly acquired power."
He had eaten the Bat-Bat Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Vampire Model, and because he gained Devil Fruit abilities, the Lineage Factor Implantation Surgery could also take effect on him.
It could be said that his strength had made huge strides compared to before.
"No,"
Roa shook his head directly. "That Dragon might have followed her as well. Red, you would only hold me back if you went."
"Holding you back, huh?"
Redfield clicked his tongue lightly.
But he had to admit that the power level of an Ancient Weapon was indeed beyond his imagination.
Even Roa, who admitted his power was far inferior to a fully matured Ancient Weapon, was already an incomprehensibly powerful monster to him.
"Fufufufu, Mr. Red, all we should do is avoid causing Boss trouble!"
Doflamingo walked out of the ship cabin, grinning. He was holding a man in each hand.
He held X Drake in his left hand and his good brother Rocinante in his right.
"Boss, I've brought the people you wanted."
Doflamingo tossed the two men in front of Roa.
The two men, completely sapped of strength due to the Sea Prism Stone, struggled to lift their heads to look at the young man who was much younger than them.
This young man, uncommonly handsome and whose demeanor seemed almost lazy, was the world's most terrifying monster, the King of Calamity?!
Rocinante knew that this man had actually used the power of the Time-Time Fruit to cross twenty-five years of time, coming from the distant past to just over a year ago.
In other words, this monster hadn't even reached adulthood yet!
It was unbelievable what he would become given another ten years!
"Shouldn't I say, 'Long time no see'?"
Roa looked at Rocinante with interest.
The last time they met, this fellow was just a child. Now, he was nearly twice Roa's age.
Should he say that time certainly flies?
"Save your breath!"
Rocinante's voice was weak, but his tone was firm. "Whatever you want to do, I only have one answer: kill me!"
"Me too!"
Drake was equally resolute.
"Oh, is that so?"
Roa smiled. "Then you two are quite arrogant, thinking you have the right to refuse me?"
"How utterly ignorant."
Ability Activated!
The next moment, Drake and Rocinante's eyes began to be stained black.
Both men had very strong willpower, especially Rocinante.
But it was no use. Over the past year, even through natural development, Roa's ability had indeed grown stronger.
The willpower threshold required to resist his ability had become higher.
Thus, in the next instant.
"Boss!"
The two men knelt before Roa, their faces filled with fervor.
"..."
Hancock quietly clenched her fists.
Gaban was controlled like this by this monster, wasn't he?
Seeming to notice her reaction, Roa turned around and gently lifted her chin. "So you see, Hancock, how much I spoil you."
"I'd rather you kill me."
Hancock said, word for word.
Roa merely shrugged, smiling, "But you know, Hancock, I dislike nothing more than letting people have their way."
"You scum!!"
Hancock cursed him directly.
"Ohh! Good!"
Roa looked thoroughly pleased. "It's this expression that always makes me unable to stop."
Doflamingo didn't dare to breathe too heavily, fearing he would disturb his Boss.
"By the way,"
Roa suddenly seemed to remember something and abruptly looked at Doflamingo. "Doffy, I turned your precious little brother into a loyal puppet without your permission. You won't hold it against me, will you?"
"Fufufufu! How could I, Boss!"
Doflamingo quickly replied, "That is Rocinante's honor! I couldn't be happier for him!"
"Is that so? You heartless fellow,"
Roa sighed. "You're truly devoid of familial affection. Don't you care about your own brother at all?"
Doflamingo gave a dry laugh.
Boss, is he perhaps expecting him to be pained by Rocinante's death?
That would be asking a bit too much.
"Anyway, I'm leaving these two guys to you, Doffy,"
Roa said. "You know what to do, right?"
"Please leave it to me, Boss!"
Doflamingo bowed seriously. "Now, Rocinante will of course fully cooperate with me to try and uncover the whereabouts of the World Government!"
"Of course!"
Rocinante nodded heavily.
"Excellent!"
Roa clapped his hands happily. "Then you two head back. Leave the Door-Door Fruit user here. I'm going hunting."
"Yes!"
Shortly after.
The island where Robin was located.
Over the past few days, a strange silence had fallen over the island.
Those who had given up fighting from the start were quietly waiting for death, while those who had mustered the courage to fight were actively preparing for battle.
Robin also participated in the preparations.
Seeing these pale, thin people who still showed courage, she felt that all she could do was assist them in their fight as much as possible.
Although it was only a temporary fix and might invite even more cruel retaliation, it was all she could do for now.
However, the pirates were much slower to arrive than expected.
For several days straight, the pirates did not come.
Robin couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
If the pirates couldn't get here before she left, then there was nothing to be done.
She couldn't stay here long.
In Paradise, Shanks, with Vista's help, had successfully gathered the pirate crews that were originally affiliated with the Whitebeard Pirates.
She couldn't afford to waste time here either.
On this day, Robin wandered alone on the island's coast, gazing out at the calm sea.
Who would arrive first—the pirates or Mr. Dragon?
Just then.
The Revolutionary Army soldier rushed over.
Robin turned abruptly. "Has Mr. Dragon arrived?"
"Uh—"
The battle-hardened soldier's face was slightly flushed. He subconsciously scratched his head, holding up a meal container. "Miss Robin, it's time for lunch..."
Robin paused slightly, unsure whether to feel disappointed.
Not yet?
"Thank you,"
She said, "But you don't need to specifically bring me food later. Don't go to that trouble."
"I just wanted to—"
The soldier's face grew even redder.
Then.
Click.
A soft sound, like a door being pushed open.
Robin turned her head in confusion and saw an air door being pushed open in the air beside her.
"Oh, oh, how heartless, Robin. That was his sincere gesture."
"But before that, shouldn't I say, 'Surprise'?"
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