Jotaro didn't sense the slightest bit of malice from Bartholomew Kuma, so he stayed silent, waiting to see exactly what he wanted to say.
"In the eyes of the World Government, revolutionaries not only have no value, they are targets that must be eliminated."
"Your actions have long since provoked the fury of the high-ranking members of the World Government."
"They've tracked your movements, and for this they specially convened a meeting of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, ordering us to deal with you together."
"Fortunately, the Warlords are not united. Although they're all in Alabasta now, their positions are relatively scattered. With your strength, you should still have the ability to protect yourself."
When Jotaro fought Akainu, Kuma had been watching the whole time, and he had a clear understanding of Jotaro's strength.
"However, you must hurry and leave this island."
"I know you're very angry right now, and even want to kill Akainu, but this is not the time to take his life."
"A Navy Admiral's life paper will always remain with headquarters…"
Jotaro cut him off.
"Life paper, what is that?"
"You don't know?"
Kuma was a little surprised. Someone of this level actually didn't know such a thing? With no choice, he explained the purpose of the life paper to Jotaro.
"So that's how it is. The life paper can reflect a person's vitality." Jotaro's expression darkened. "That means the life paper Akainu left at headquarters is about to burn away completely."
"That's right. The fall of an Admiral is no small matter. The Navy will definitely take action." Kuma's face was frighteningly serious.
"Considering the opponent is you, the Navy may mobilize the other two Admirals, several Vice Admirals, and might even launch the Buster Call."
"When that happens, not only will you be in danger, but the residents of this island will also be dragged into it."
After all, with Jotaro's level of danger, the Navy was very likely to use the highest-grade Buster Call.
If they could eliminate Jotaro, what did it matter if they sacrificed an entire Alabasta.
"Wait a second." Jotaro still kept his head cool. "You said earlier that the life paper can guide the Navy to find Akainu."
"So, from the very beginning when you used that strange ability to slap him away, it was to buy me time?"
Kuma nodded.
"Even though I've bought you some time, the situation is still very urgent."
"The Navy has branches all across the world. Even though I sent Akainu to a remote island, they'll still find him very quickly."
"Also, based on the traces left when Akainu fell, they'll know it was me who sent him away."
All the Warlords had gathered around Alabasta to deal with Jotaro. Once they learned Akainu had been slapped away by Kuma, the Navy would soon lock onto this place and point the spearhead at Jotaro.
Everything Kuma had done could only delay the Navy a little for Jotaro.
Wolves in front, tigers behind, when that time came, Jotaro would only have a dead end.
Even if his stamina recovered to its peak, he couldn't possibly face two Admirals at the same time.
Not to mention, right now, after several battles in a row, he had very little stamina left.
"So hurry and escape!" Kuma said in a deep voice. "Before the Navy surrounds this place!"
Jotaro was unmoved.
"I can't leave. My companions are still on this island."
Today, he had already lost two companions. His heart was unbearably heavy, and he could not afford to lose more.
Even if the Navy mobilized massive forces, he had to ensure their safety first.
"I can use my ability now to send you to a safe place." Kuma stared at him. "But once the Navy arrives, given my position, I won't be able to do this anymore!"
"I appreciate your goodwill." Jotaro said sincerely.
Kuma truly meant well, but he would never abandon his companions and flee alone.
"I understand!" Kuma saw the firm determination in Jotaro's eyes and asked, "Where are your companions? I can send you to meet them."
At Jotaro's speed, going from here to the capital Alubarna would take at least half a day.
But with Kuma's ability, he could reach there in just a quarter of an hour!
After talking with Bartholomew Kuma, Jotaro trusted him, so he directly gave his destination.
"Alubarna?" Kuma's face twisted bitterly. "I remember Doflamingo, Moria, and Mihawk are all in that direction."
He reminded him, "For some reason, those three are very keen on you, and they want your head."
"In any case, be careful. After you reunite with your companions, leave this place as soon as possible."
"Thanks." Jotaro gave a faint smile. After meeting Bartholomew Kuma, his heavy mood lightened a little.
This huge, fearsome-looking man actually had a surprisingly gentle heart.
"Well then… I'll begin." Light radiated from Kuma's palm as he swung it toward Jotaro.
Jotaro didn't resist, letting Kuma act freely.
In the blink of an eye, Jotaro disappeared right before him.
"Damn it! I forgot to tell him, his companion's body is with me." Kuma murmured to the sky.
Who knew when they would meet again after this parting.
When the Ark Maxim exploded, he had been nearby. Amidst the chaos, he had taken Mr. 9 out.
Akainu noticed, but didn't bother with him.
Kuma had heard about the Warlords' mission, since the Empress was also there at the time.
A dead man, Akainu couldn't be bothered.
"I didn't see wrong, did I? Bartholomew Kuma, what was the meaning of what you just did?"
The Empress Hancock's long, beautiful legs landed on the ground, her expression proud, her eyes seeing no one under the sky.
She had arrived a step late, and so Jotaro slipped away before her eyes.
"Since you've left a weakness in my hands, then behave yourself and listen."
"This empress is tired now and wishes to return. This operation I leave to you all, remember to handle the people from the government for me."
"If my title as Warlord is stripped away, I'll reveal your secret."
With that, Hancock turned and left.
In her eyes, this was not negotiation, but an order.
"Elder sister, you're back?"
"Who… put a kitten on the road I'm about to walk?"
Hancock walked through the crowd with a cold face, kicking away a little cat that blocked the center of the road.
"Meow!"
Ignoring the kitten's hiss, she said to those beside her, "We're going back to the palace!"
"Elder sister, what about this girl?"
The second sister Sandersonia pointed at the unconscious Nezuko and asked.
Hancock gave Nezuko a glance, "Take her back! I want her to be my servant!"
Hancock's flagship was docked near Alabasta. After finishing up, she retreated immediately, never working overtime.
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