Chapter 150: Qilin Leaps From the Sea Into the Clouds!
Outside Neverland, on the sea surface.
The Mogaro Kingdom commander, who previously spoke with the Funk Brothers, frowned deeply.
He looked at the Den Den Mushi that had long lost contact, scanning the surroundings with a heavy gaze.
"And..."
On the nearby sea.
A large number of warships were gathered.
BOOM!
BOOM!
BOOM!
Countless cannons fired simultaneously—but their target wasn't other warships, but the sky!
The reason was simple.
Because in front of them, on the sea leading to 'Neverland'.
Meteor after meteor was falling from the sky.
Almost every falling meteor created a massive cavity and waves on the sea, along with thick fog rising from the heat of the meteors.
Some warships daring to enter this area were shot down instantly by the meteors.
Although warships kept firing at the falling meteors, they couldn't destroy them accurately.
This was why they hadn't reached Neverland long past the agreed time.
"What is going on in this sea area?"
For a moment, the commander gritted his teeth. "Advance party lost contact, and now meteor rain from the sky... this is ridiculous."
Even in the 'New World' known for extreme weather, he hadn't heard of such an extreme situation.
"Commander! Commander!"
Just then, another Den Den Mushi rang.
He picked it up immediately and heard an anxious voice. "Some kingdoms have decided... they will break formation and charge through the 'Meteor Rain'."
"What!?"
Hearing this, the commander's eyes widened. "Are they crazy? Do they know the losses involved?"
Charging through such a massive meteor rain—losing one or two ships was an understatement... having one or two ships left would be luck.
"Not them, their Kings are crazy, Commander—Fountain of Youth..."
The voice on the other end trembled.
The commander fell silent.
Yes—Fountain of Youth.
Which ruler in this world wouldn't be tempted?
Just then...
Puru Puru Puru! Puru Puru Puru!
Another Den Den Mushi in his hand rang—this one wore a crown.
"..."
The commander looked at the snail.
He knew, once he picked up... he would receive the same order as other kingdoms.
So, even as a seasoned veteran, his body trembled slightly.
He didn't fear death or sacrifice for his country—that's why he was here and contacted the Funk Brothers.
But that didn't mean he wanted to die this way.
Just as he gritted his teeth, reaching for the snail...
"Charge!"
He saw many warships charging into the meteor rain like madmen, amidst the wails of sailors and soldiers.
"Get the Fountain of Youth, the King will grant us titles!"
"I don't want to go, this is suicide, I bled for the kingdom, I don't want..."
"Retreaters will be executed—this is the King's order!"
"But Commander, you are crying too!"
"My wife and kids are in the capital, what choice do I have—Charge! Get out of the way, I'll steer!"
Wails and roars echoed on the sea.
At this moment...
"Sigh."
Above the sky.
Standing on a floating rock, Issho, who was sitting cross-legged with his sword, sighed softly.
"Knowing the huge losses, yet sending soldiers to die for selfish desires."
"No matter how many times I see it, the greed of those in power is unbearable."
Whispering, he stood up slowly.
His gaze fell on the crazy warships below.
His eyes held pity.
"Such a way to die... even in the underworld, one would feel pathetic."
But he didn't retreat.
He was kind, but not bound by benevolence.
Just as he decisively chose to act against the Addi Kingdom after ensuring the Plague Island survivors were cured.
He lamented for these soldiers, but...
"This old man must keep the promise to Lord Hitsujii."
As he spoke, his hand rested on the hilt of 'Gambler's Line'.
But just then...
"Hm?"
His powerful Observation Haki seemed to sense something.
He turned to look behind him, and then...
"Oh!?"
His eyes widened, revealing a joyful and surprised smile.
And at this moment...
"Hey! Wait! Wait!"
The warships that had started the death charge stopped simultaneously.
Because now, everyone could see.
In the sea area surrounded by countless warships.
Amidst the roar of falling meteors.
From the fog blocking the sky, an invisible giant hand seemed to stir the mist.
They saw clearly.
From the center of the sea area, something was appearing.
"Wooooo!"
A distant, grand, clear cry resonated through the entire sea.
Like a monarch in a dream awakening from slumber, announcing his existence to the world.
Then, an unforgettable miracle happened.
They saw clearly—a massive creature soaring into the sky from the distant sea.
Its size was as huge as an island.
It had scales interwoven with white and gold, dreamlike Flame Clouds flowing at the edge of every scale.
THUD!
Its four hooves stepped on the surging waves without sinking.
Instead, with every step, a dreamlike flower bloomed beneath its foot.
WHOOSH!
Rainbow ripples spread as it soared into the sky, stepping on waves.
Looking closely...
On the massive, unrealistically dreamlike creature—the scales weren't scales, but hills.
The patterns on its body were rivers on the island.
The rainbow glow on its body was the reflection of trees and moss.
And on the center of its back, there was an incredibly massive giant tree.
Blue crystal light spots fell continuously from the giant tree.
But this wasn't the key.
The real key was that everyone could see.
Beside the behemoth, countless creatures were flying alongside.
Six behemoths flew at the front, like vanguard pathfinders.
Countless 'Faerie Fires' formed flowing ribbons, guiding the way.
Flower Fairies with butterfly wings scattered pollen, falling onto the sea below, reflecting a magnificent rainbow.
Harpies hummed ancient songs, flapping wings creating gentle sea breezes.
'Mythical Beast Lords' and 'Dream Creatures'.
Like the most loyal familiars, they surrounded their creator and monarch.
This scene, like a mythological epic, stunned all warships below.
Needless to say, quick-witted people realized immediately.
"Th... that is Neverland?"
"Neverland... flew away?"
"Is that the Island Spirit?"
"I think I saw a lady on the island... Miss Faerie?"
"I... I..."
Everyone came for Neverland.
But undoubtedly, seeing Neverland truly was a first for them.
So they couldn't have imagined seeing such an incredible scene.
Of course, there were quicker reactors.
"..."
For example, the Mogaro Kingdom commander noticed.
On the head of the massive, sacred, myth-like creature—there was clearly a shape resembling a Sea Beast Mask, like a 'Sheep Head'.
And in this sea today.
The meaning of 'Sea Beast Mask' needed no explanation.
So...
"Impossible..."
The incredible guess appeared in his mind naturally.
"No, possible—Neverland's appearance was mysterious, and that organization too... This... could it be..."
His body trembled uncontrollably.
Puru Puru Puru. Puru Puru Puru.
The King's Den Den Mushi in front of him was still ringing.
But...
Click.
The next moment, the commander hung it up without hesitation.
He stopped thinking about the King's mission, silently looking up at the sky.
There...
The giant Qilin carrying the giant tree and dream creatures faced the morning sun, stepping on the rainbow bridge, leaping into the clouds.
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