Early the next morning, Malverick got up.
He checked his wounds.
After one night of rest, they were already much less serious.
But when he thought about Robin teasing him last night, Malverick decided to get revenge.
He had already reached the last step, yet… that turned out to be a clone!
Robin was a Hana Hana Fruit user—making clones was normal.
He just didn't expect Robin would use her clone in that way!
"Good morning, Captain Pervert. Did you sleep well last night?"
Robin teased immediately.
But Malverick only glanced at her, then walked past her and entered Robin's room directly.
A moment later, Robin's voice came from the room, while the "Robin" outside dissipated instantly.
"My little vixen, don't use the same trick twice.
It's very easy to get yourself burned!"
Yes—Robin had used that trick again, planning to tease Malverick once more.
But this time was different.
Even without using the Five-View Omniscient, he could see this Robin was just a clone.
Pinned down on the bed, Robin quickly admitted fault.
"Sorry, I was wrong! Forgive me this once, okay?"
"No problem. I forgive you this time."
Hearing that, Robin looked at him with disbelief.
"Really?"
"Of course. I never go back on my word."
"But…"
As expected, when she heard that, Robin knew she'd celebrated too early.
"I forgive you for this time.
But I haven't forgiven you for last night yet."
"T-Then… then what do you want?!"
Robin was a little scared of Malverick in this state.
Malverick hooked a finger under her chin.
"I'm full of fire right now…
and you are the one who lit it, so you're responsible."
"W-Wait, wait!"
Robin quickly said, struggling with all her strength to avoid his kiss.
"I have to go meet Reiju and Alice soon. How about tonight!"
"No. Aren't you very good at using clones?"
In the kitchen
"Sister Robin, what's wrong?"
Seeing Robin's strange expression, Alice tilted her head.
"N-Nothing, nothing. Let's hurry and cook—everyone's waiting to eat."
"Okay!"
With the snail ship, Malverick's group could directly climb over the Red Line.
This saved a lot of trouble.
At least they didn't have to coat the ship to go to Fishman Island anymore—saving lots of time.
Soon, the snail ship climbed to the top of the Red Line.
Seeing the scene above, Malverick found it funny.
The slave prison that had been destroyed earlier was rebuilt again—though the scale was smaller than before.
"What bad idea are you thinking again?"
Robin poked his forehead, annoyed.
But Malverick pulled her directly into his arms.
"I already used up today's 'bad ideas' on you."
"What, still angry?"
Hearing that, Robin angrily punched his chest.
"You still dare to say that! My clone almost collapsed!"
Robin's clones were still connected to her body—the clone's senses were shared, and if it suffered a fatal injury or overly strong stimulation, it would collapse.
"Hmph! I'm not talking to you anymore!"
Robin pinched Malverick's waist, face burning red, then ran back to her room.
(Regarding Robin's personality—well, 18 and 28 are different ages. Everyone gets it, hehe…)
After she left, Malverick looked again at the slave prison.
"Forget it… I'm in a good mood today."
Malverick crossed his arms.
BOOM!
A large amount of dark energy appeared, gathering between his palms.
A small black vortex formed in his hands.
"Go."
When it was ready, Malverick pushed the vortex forward and stopped caring.
"Little snail, let's go!"
The snail ship continued moving, preparing to climb down the Red Line.
Behind them, the black vortex drifted forward and finally reached the prison.
BOOM!
A massive suction force burst out, tearing the entire prison into rubble.
Soon, the news that Malverick defeated the newly appointed Admiral Kizaru spread across the world!
His bounty rose to 2 billion, surpassing Barrett!
New World — Red-Haired Pirates
Seeing Malverick's news, Shanks grinned at the bow of the ship.
"So we'll be meeting soon, Malverick.
I'm looking forward to it."
Thinking about their days in the Roger Pirates, Shanks suddenly felt in a good mood.
Behind him, the members of the Red-Haired Pirates were all shocked.
He defeated a Marine Admiral!
Even their own crew had no such achievement.
Though if Shanks fought an Admiral, he might be able to beat them—and with a good chance of victory.
After all, Shanks was left-handed, and his best hand was still there.
"Hm?"
The crew's top sniper, Yasopp, suddenly noticed something.
A ship was sailing not far from them.
"Hey, boss—there's a World Government ship. What do we do?"
Shanks looked.
Sure enough—a World Government flag.
"Isn't it obvious?
It's been a while since we exercised. Let's move!"
"Everyone—battle!"
Just like that, the Red-Haired Pirates robbed the ship.
During loot checking, Shanks found a Devil Fruit.
Their crew barely had any fruit users, so it was sealed in a box for storage.
"Head toward waters near the Red Line.
Prepare the alcohol—
I'm drinking with Malverick soon!"
The Red-Haired Pirates turned toward the Red Line.
Not only them— the world's strongest pirate crew, the Whitebeard Pirates, were shocked too.
Amid everyone's surprise, Marshall D. Teach was filled with hatred.
In the battle between Malverick and Kizaru, the Dark-Dark Fruit shone brilliantly.
The stronger the fruit appeared, the deeper Teach's hatred grew.
"Damn it… damn it… damn it!
Why did HE get the Dark-Dark Fruit?!"
At this moment, the 4th division commander and chef, Thatch, walked over.
"Hey Teach, come drink—huh…"
Just as he was about to continue, Teach suddenly turned around.
Because he turned so fast, he didn't hide his expression in time.
Cruelty, venom, ambition…
Thatch saw all of it on Teach's face.
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