Above a certain part of the East Blue sky, a giant black dragon flapped its wings, moving forward.
Shanks and Dragon sat on the back of the black dragon, having just concluded a deep and thorough conversation.
They had essentially engaged in a game of truth.
Each revealed a secret, essentially laying all their cards on the table.
"I see!"
Shanks silently clenched his fists. "That bastard Roa is crazy to that extent!"
If Dragon hadn't personally told him, he could hardly imagine that Roa, that maniac, would continuously incite uprisings in the North Blue for the sake of his so-called 'hope'!
That scum!
Does he even possess the emotions of a normal human?
"I also didn't expect that Roa had already known the truth of the world!"
Dragon too looked impressed.
He knew that Roa possessed an Ancient Weapon.
After all, that guy had stolen the blueprints for Pluton from Water 7 long ago, and his floating airship was likely manufactured based on those blueprints.
He also had Poseidon, who could control the Sea Kings!
But he never expected that Roa likely had an original, genuine Pluton in his hands as well!
That was quite terrifying!
Thankfully!
Thankfully, they encountered this Straw Hat Shanks this time!
Dragon lowered his head, looking at the black dragon's back, which was so wide it seemed almost boundless.
Nidhogg, the Dragon of Ragnarok, a force comparable to an Ancient Weapon!
To think such a weapon was hidden in history!
In that case, even when facing the victor between Imu and Roa, they were not entirely without the power to resist!
They possessed the strength to change the tide of the war!
At the same time, Shanks looked at Dragon with relief.
Although the Revolutionary Army currently led by Mr. Dragon was merely a remnant force, and their power was extremely weak apart from a few elite cadres, he had an ally in Zephyr, the Marine's General Instructor, and Zephyr was the leader of the Marine's radical faction!
And best of all, they shared Roa and Imu as their common enemies!
This was excellent!
Simply relying on Nidhogg alone to defeat Roa was a difficult task.
No matter how strong Nidhogg's individual combat power was, he was still just one dragon.
For Roa, who had the power of the Door-Door Fruit, it would be easy to run away even if he couldn't win.
But if they had a sufficiently strong force to assist, it would be different.
The Marines, the Revolutionary Army, the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates, their own remnants of the Roger Pirates, plus Nidhogg.
A battle was certainly possible!
"Now is the best opportunity!"
Ignoring his injuries completely, Dragon spoke with burning eyes, "Mr. Zephyr has already had Dr. Vegapunk confirm it—Uranus's energy is single-use. Until a backup energy source is manufactured, it cannot engage in long-term combat!"
"Even if Roa's surprise attack didn't inflict any damage on Imu's power, Nidhogg's strength, coupled with the Marines' cooperation from the inside, means breaking through Uranus shouldn't be too difficult!"
"And if Imu and Roa manage to cripple each other, that would be even better!"
Shanks felt tempted as well. Just as Dragon said, this was indeed the best opportunity.
Even if the surprised Roa didn't manage to trade blows that crippled Imu, the moment Imu felt victorious, they certainly wouldn't be able to react to another sudden attack!
Shanks spoke seriously, "Nidhogg has not yet matured to his true, complete state. He cannot clash with an Ancient Weapon head-on!"
"So, we need to plan this carefully first!"
City of Calamity.
The Pirate Alliance had also begun preparations for war.
Of course, Roa's preparations were very simple.
The City of Calamity ascended into space, leaving only one Sky Battleship floating over the New World sky.
Rosonante was left on this Sky Battleship.
Since it was just a decoy, there was no need to actually use the City of Calamity.
This Sky Battleship and the area for thousands of kilometers around it were under constant observation by man-made satellites. No matter what direction the bastard Imu came from, or how, they should not escape the eyes of the man-made satellites.
And then, naturally, it would be time to give that guy a surprise.
Roa and his monsters all followed the City of Calamity to the exterior of the world, floating directly above the Sky Battleship, not far away.
As long as Imu appeared, they could still rush over at the fastest speed.
The reason they weren't staying on the Sky Battleship was entirely due to their apprehension about Uranus.
If they were careless and Imu blasted them with a cannon shot, who knew how many would die.
The decisive battle was imminent, so at this time, the monsters gathered on the top deck of the City of Calamity and began sparring, needing to warm up before the great war arrived.
And at this moment.
Roa arrived at the edge of the pool where Princess Shirahoshi was located.
He leisurely sat on the bank, washing his feet, and gently stroked the forehead of the little princess, whose head was just sticking out of the water.
"Little Shirahoshi, it's about time to begin the operation."
The little princess's body trembled, her already fair face now even paler.
She spoke almost stuttering, "B... Boss, do we really have to do that? People would be so miserable..."
"Silly child,"
Roa's smile became even more harmonious. He laughed as he rubbed the little princess's large head, "If you don't do that, they will be even more miserable."
"Do you think it's better to let the Sea Kings take action, or for me to personally search island by island?"
"Hmm, if I go personally, Fish-Man Island will be included."
"Wuu!"
The round-faced little princess let out a painful cry.
Hot tears streamed continuously from her eyes.
The little princess, in great agony, didn't even dare to raise her hand to wipe her eyes.
"I understand..."
Crying and nodding vigorously, Shirahoshi sobbed, "I understand, Boss... Please don't, don't harm Fish-Man Island..."
"Good girl."
Roa rubbed the little princess's large head with a smile, "So, what are you waiting for? Start now."
"Yes!"
The little princess painfully closed her eyes.
Then, invisible and inaudible waves spread out from her center.
These invisible waves easily passed through the void and descended directly onto the azure ocean below.
Then, in the blink of an eye, they enveloped the entire world.
And so.
"King! The King has given the command!"
"Let us act! Execute the King's order!"
"Has the promised moment arrived?"
Inaudible voices echoed in the deep seas all over the world.
Then, in the dark deep sea, colossal beasts suddenly began to surface.
A disaster that would sweep across the entire world was about to arrive.
But at this moment, that matter was not important.
"O-Okay..."
Princess Shirahoshi opened her eyes and carefully looked at Roa, speaking softly while sniffing.
The little princess knew she had committed a great sin.
But there was no way out.
The little princess did not have the courage to refuse Roa.
"Mmm, good girl."
Roa rubbed the little princess's cheek again, "Go play."
"..."
The little princess glanced timidly at Roa, then plunged into the water with a splash.
Roa's Observation Haki could clearly sense that the little girl had sunk to the very bottom of the pool and was sobbing with her knees hugged—if her mermaid tail had knees.
"In that case,"
Roa stood up and stretched leisurely, "I have nothing to fear!"
"You scum!"
Behind Roa, Hancock's voice was filled with nearly grinding rage.
"Oh!"
Roa looked back, saying with an air of enjoyment, "That's what I like most about you, Hancock. Even after all these years, your attitude towards me hasn't changed at all!"
Hancock wished she could kick this scumbag to death.
"Why, Roa!"
Robin's face was ashen. "Why go to such lengths? Since you're about to fight the World Government, why bother distracting yourself with such pointless things!"
"Pointless?"
Roa smiled. "What are you talking about? This is a crucial step! It is precisely to prepare for the final battle with Imu that I must do this."
"What exactly do you mean?"
Robin was somewhat bewildered.
She instinctively realized that she was about to hear something truly terrifying.
Roa composed himself slightly, wearing the expression of someone about to tell a secret. "It's for evolution."
"Evolution?"
Robin was dumbfounded.
What did he mean? What did he mean by evolution?
After a brief moment of confusion and shock, Robin finally realized something.
Her whole body instantly began to tremble, and her gaze towards Roa was filled with terror.
Could it be!
No!
Impossible!
How could such a thing be possible?
"I truly love the human species."
Roa lifted the corner of his mouth, showing the most brilliant, passionate, and innocent smile to the two great beauties. "Only the suffering of humans all over the world allows me to continually evolve towards a higher dimension! I absolutely love them!"
"..."
Hancock's face instantly froze. She looked at Roa with near disbelief.
How could such a thing happen? What kind of monster was this guy?
Even Hancock felt a surge of fear from the depths of her heart!
This was not the fear of the weak towards the strong, or of a slave towards a master.
It was the fear of a human being towards a natural enemy that feeds on humanity, a fear that originated from the deepest part of the soul!
"Roa!!"
Robin's shoulders were trembling slightly. "What kind of monster are you!!"
What kind of hideous and twisted demon was hidden beneath this human skin?
Robin finally understood at this moment.
Why this monster was filled with malice towards the world! Why he inexplicably enjoyed tormenting everyone!
Because for Roa, humans were not his own kind—they were food!
This monster, from the very beginning, was intent on plunging the entire world into an abyss of despair!!
"As for me,"
Roa smiled and wrapped his arms around their slender waists, "I'm probably a disaster that arrived in this world by chance."
"You monster!!"
Robin gnashed her teeth.
However, she agreed with Roa's statement.
Roa was the enemy of humanity. His arrival was indeed a disaster for the people living on this planet.
And it was a disaster of unprecedented scale, a truly cataclysmic event!
"Hahahaha, let's go!"
Roa laughed, holding the two women as he walked out. "Next, you two must fight hard for me, this monster!"
Hancock and Robin nearly ground their teeth into dust.
Roa certainly didn't lack their fighting power; arguably, their strength couldn't even rank in the top ten on this ship.
But the perverse Roa insisted on making the two women who deeply hated him fight for him!
And what made Robin and Hancock even more miserable was that they couldn't resist.
Everyone on Amazon Lily was still firmly in Roa's grasp.
"Don't you regret this!"
Hancock said venomously.
This was not without opportunity.
If they appeared on the battlefield, they might be able to backstab Roa fiercely while he was clashing with Imu!
"I actually welcome it, if you are capable of pulling it off."
Roa merely smiled.
It would be even more interesting, wouldn't it?
Crushing their hope with ease right when they thought they could turn the tables—just imagining the expressions they would show at that moment, Roa found it utterly delicious.
He nearly burst out laughing.
Just as Roa brought the two great beauties back to the deck, leisurely watching the guys warming up with passionate intensity.
The Transponder Snail suddenly rang.
The corner of Roa's mouth already curved upward.
Without needing to answer, he had already seen the future.
"They've arrived."
He said.
The wide top platform instantly fell silent. Everyone turned their gaze toward him.
Roa smiled warmly and said flatly, "Sally forth."
"Worororo!!"
"Shihahaha!"
"Zehahaha!"
"Mama-hahaha!"
Almost simultaneously.
Over a certain sky in the New World.
A huge Sky Castle was swiftly advancing, concealed by the clouds.
Inside a vast room within this giant ship.
Imu still sat high upon the Empty Throne.
Below, the World Government's high-level forces were all gathered.
The Five Elders, the God's Knights, the CP organizations, and the Marines.
Even Marine Vice Admirals were not qualified to be present here. All those respectfully standing beneath Imu's throne were truly high-level experts.
And on the wall opposite the high-seated Imu, a Transponder Snail projected an image.
It was the view of the distant sky observed by the super-telescope carried on this huge ship.
Zephyr, who stood in the Marine ranks, glanced out of the corner of his eye at Imu seated on the throne.
Roa was the scum of scums, but was this guy any better?
However, now, they finally had the strength to break the deadlock.
Dragon, you did well!
"The moment has finally arrived."
Imu's ambiguous voice, neither distinctly male nor female, slowly sounded, "This world will finally return to the order it should be in."
No one spoke. Everyone listened quietly.
The God's Knights and CP members were silent because they dared not defy Imu.
As for the Marines, they were well aware that only the figure on the throne had the capability to oppose Roa.
If the next cannon shot failed to take down Roa, then they could only rely on this person.
Just at this moment, an image projected by the Transponder Snail showed a clear ship silhouette between the previously unchanging blue sky and the ocean.
In the wide room, everyone's breathing subconsciously paused.
At the same time, a voice came from another Transponder Snail, "That's the ship. The direction pointed by the Vivre Card is correct!"
It was Vegapunk's voice.
The next second, everyone instinctively raised their heads, looking at Imu.
"Hmm?"
Imu paused, "Is Roa's ship this small?"
The Five Elders also frowned.
During the Battle of Mariejois, the ship Roa and his crew rode was indeed much larger.
So, had they hidden that big ship and were hiding on this small one?
"Sengoku!"
Warcury, the boar-like Elder, turned and looked at Sengoku.
Sengoku was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke, "I don't know either. The last message Rosonante sent was to instruct us to attack following the guidance of his Vivre Card."
Everyone could hear the trembling in his voice.
"Lord Imu, this—"
Warcury was helpless and could only look up, awaiting Imu's decision.
Imu pondered for a moment, then suddenly spoke, "Fire the cannon."
Sengoku's body visibly shook. He closed his eyes, tears flashing at the corners of his eyes.
Beside him, his old comrade Garp sighed and patted his shoulder.
"I'm fine."
Sengoku shook his head. "Rosonante, he died a hero..."
Although he said that, his trembling voice still betrayed him.
There was no escaping this.
Rosonante had no way out.
But no matter how painful, Sengoku's attitude could change nothing.
The next instant, from the dense dark clouds, a blinding beam of light suddenly broke through the sky.
The brilliant light beam cut across the sky—one kilometer, ten kilometers, a hundred kilometers—the sky had never seemed so narrow as it did now. In the blink of an eye, the beam had traversed from one side of the sky to the other.
Then, with uncanny precision, this long-traveled beam slammed into the large ship floating in the sky.
BOOM!
The sun had burst forth.
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