Chapter 131: The War Ends
Three hours later, Karasu, Commander of the Northern Army of the Revolutionary Army, arrived at Dressrosa with several large ships flying the Revolutionary Army's flag.
They successfully retrieved all the goods stored in Dressrosa's underground trading port, along with the core machinery from the SAD production facility and the SMILE factory—gifts that Ace had promised to deliver to Sabo.
As for the captives, in addition to Caesar Clown, Ace handed over the surviving Donquixote Family officers to Karasu.
To Ace's surprise, several key officers were missing. Rao G, Dellinger, Buffalo, and Gladius had died in battle. However, Trebol, Diamante, Monet, and Sugar were unaccounted for. Whether they escaped or were rescued remained unknown.
Also among the spoils were the failed ancient giant experiments formerly under Caesar's care—prototypes of Kaido's future Numbers. Ace handed these over to the Revolutionary Army as well, though he kept one massive flying dragon for himself.
In Ace's words: he found the beast "quite charming" and intended to keep it as a pet.
A few hours later, as the Spade Pirates and the Revolutionary Army's fleet set sail from Dressrosa, the war officially came to an end.
Despite being ravaged by battle, the citizens of Dressrosa rejoiced. With overwhelming public support, King Riku reclaimed the throne, becoming Dressrosa's rightful king once again.
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News of Victory Spreads Worldwide
The next day, headlines around the world were dominated by news of the Dressrosa War:
Donquixote Doflamingo—Shichibukai, ruler of Dressrosa, and underworld broker Joker—was confirmed dead.
Jack the Drought, one of the All-Stars of the Beasts Pirates, also perished.
Donquixote Family officers Rao G, Dellinger, Buffalo, and Gladius were confirmed dead.
Trebol, Diamante, Monet, and Sugar were reported missing. All remaining officers were captured.
Ace and his Spade Pirates had achieved a decisive and historic victory.
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Elsewhere: Sky Island – An Ancient Battleground
In the first half of the Grand Line, on an ancient sky island, a tall figure with small wings battled a colossal ape with an ancient lineage.
That man was Urouge, the Mad Monk.
Despite his size, Urouge was dwarfed by the massive, primal ape. Each swing of the beast's limbs shattered solid stone, forcing Urouge to fall back repeatedly.
"Karma!"
After enduring a flurry of blows, Urouge activated his Devil Fruit ability. His body doubled in size, his power surging, and with a mighty punch to the ape's chest, he sent the beast flying. The giant creature crashed into the ground and fell unconscious.
Urouge returned to his normal size and knelt beside the ape with his palms together in reverence.
Giant Ape (if conscious): "I'm not dead yet! Who are you praying for?!"
A fellow monk ran up holding a newspaper. "Brother Urouge! Look!"
"What is it?" Urouge took the paper and, reading the front page, broke into a broad smile. "As expected of Captain Ace. He defeated a Warlord… And he's Gol D. Roger's son? That's astonishing."
"We were shocked too!" said his companion in awe. "It really feels like Captain Ace is closing in on the Pirate King's throne."
"That's only natural." Urouge lowered the paper and gazed toward the New World. "Sammy, we must work harder. Captain Ace's journey won't get any easier from here. We can't afford to be burdens on him."
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New World – Totto Land, Whole Cake Island
"Fire Fist Ace defeated Doflamingo? Fufufufu!"
Charlotte Linlin, also known as Big Mom, captain of the Big Mom Pirates, held the newspaper and cackled. "And he's Roger's brat, too. What a surprise!"
"But killing Jack... Kaido won't take that lying down. And the World Government? They'll never let Roger's heir rise unchallenged."
She slammed the paper onto the table and turned to her strongest son.
"Katakuri, my dear boy, deliver an invitation to that brat Ace. Tell him I'm inviting him to the tea party in a few months. Let him know I intend to marry my daughter Brûlée to him."
"If he agrees, I'll join forces with Whitebeard to protect him from both Kaido and the Government. If he refuses... we'll ally with Kaido and crush him."
"Yes, Mama. I'll deliver your message to Portgas D. Ace personally," Katakuri said, his face unreadable.
"Go now, my sweet son," Big Mom laughed. "Let's see how that little brat chooses to play."
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New World – Wano Country, Onigashima
"Boss Kaido," King the Wildfire reported as he handed over the newspaper. "Doflamingo is dead. And... so is Jack."
Kaido stood, grabbed a sake gourd, and took a long swig. Then, without warning, he hurled it against the wall, shattering it.
"So Joker and Jack are both gone?" Kaido growled. "If they were weak enough to die, then they deserved it. But no one challenges the might of the Beasts Pirates and walks away!"
King added grimly, "And the one who killed them... is Roger's son."
Kaido's expression darkened as he scanned the headlines. "Roger's bloodline?" He scoffed.
"I don't care whose son he is. He provoked me. Even if he were a god—I'll tear off his damn head!"
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