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Chapter 41 - Chapter 41

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Chapter 41: Official Clash! The Two Sides Meet

Rayleigh shot Roger an exasperated glare.

"I think it's perfectly normal for someone to be talking about you—considering what you've done."

"Didn't we agree to lay low and grow in the New World for a while? Now you've caused such a huge commotion. Rocks has definitely noticed."

"We don't have the strength to confront him yet!"

Rayleigh spoke helplessly.

When Roger got angry,

No one on the entire ship could stop him—not even Rayleigh.

Roger scratched his head with a sheepish grin under Rayleigh's stare.

"It was just a little bigger than expected. It shouldn't attract Rocks' attention. Besides, it's too late for you to say that now, Rayleigh."

"Come on, come on—drink up!"

As if to cover his embarrassment,

Roger pulled out the sake gourd at his waist and handed it to Rayleigh.

Rayleigh looked at Roger speechlessly, took the gourd, and took a swig.

"Hah... what you did wasn't small. You wiped out an entire nation's military just because someone badmouthed your crewmate. If Rocks hasn't noticed, I'd be surprised."

"But he probably has his own plans and won't pay too much attention to us right now."

"Be careful for the next while."

Hearing Rayleigh's warning,

Roger scratched his ear helplessly and nodded carelessly.

"Don't worry—there won't be any accidents."

Rayleigh looked at his carefree captain and could only sigh with a dark expression.

How do you make your captain actually remember your advice?

Asking online—urgent!

Though Roger acted nonchalant,

Deep down he clearly understood the consequences of his actions.

But even if it drew Rocks' attention, he felt no regret.

Anyone who dared insult his crewmate

Had to pay such a heavy price!

Though Rayleigh understood his heart, he still felt helpless.

After all—that was the Rocks Pirates.

It hadn't been long since Tree Demon Lotte and Whitebeard killed a Celestial Dragon, and no one on these seas could challenge them.

Even Marine Headquarters had been suppressed!

Provoking such a group

Was definitely not good for the Roger Pirates, who had only just entered the New World.

I hope they don't notice us.

Rayleigh sighed inwardly and refocused on the upcoming voyage.

A few short days later.

After seeing no one heading toward their location, Rayleigh finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Just as he thought the Rocks Pirates hadn't noticed their crew,

A sudden, intense sense of threat

Exploded like an alarm bell, forcing him to snap his head up.

The first thing that entered his vision

Was two ships flying the Rocks Pirates' flag approaching from afar.

This made his heart sink

While also causing him to frown deeply.

From the overwhelming pressure emanating from those pirate ships,

The newcomers were clearly terrifyingly strong!

Roger, standing at the bow, also rose excitedly. He gripped the hilt of his treasured sword at his waist, his Conqueror's Haki surging outward like a storm.

An extreme clash of Conqueror's Haki!

......

Marine Headquarters.

Though Steel Bone Kong had kept the ambush operation against Whitebeard and Lotte confidential,

Rumors had still spread somewhat within Marine Headquarters—especially among Vice Admirals and higher ranks.

They were more or less aware.

After all—Whitebeard and Lotte had killed a Celestial Dragon. The World Government would never let them off lightly.

Yet now there was complete silence.

It could only mean the World Government and Marines' operation had failed.

This realization

Made many Vice Admirals' hearts tighten.

From every angle, Marine Headquarters' Admirals represented the pinnacle of strength.

Yet even they couldn't take down a single cadre from the Rocks Pirates.

This alone showed just how terrifying the Rocks Pirates had become!

"Fleet Admiral Steel Bone Kong, next time there's an operation like this, you should inform me in advance. If I had joined, Tree Demon Lotte definitely wouldn't have escaped!"

"I'd have sent him straight to Impel Down to reflect!"

Garp stood in front of the desk, looking at Steel Bone Kong and speaking gravely.

Ever since his last direct clash with the Rocks Pirates,

He had resolved in his heart to bring Tree Demon Lotte to justice.

No matter how you looked at it,

The threat Tree Demon Lotte posed was simply too great!

Seeing the agitated Garp,

Steel Bone Kong only frowned and shook his head calmly after a moment of hesitation.

"Even if you had joined, it wouldn't have made a difference. Tree Demon Lotte's strength has already grown."

"Right now, it would take at least an Admiral to guarantee victory against him."

"You and Zephyr are the future of Marine Headquarters. We can't afford to risk you like this to deal with Tree Demon Lotte."

As the words fell,

Garp's face showed utter disbelief.

His strength—even within Marine Headquarters—was second only to the Admirals.

Yet he was judged incapable of handling Lotte alone?

Had the kid's growth really been that fast?!

Noticing Garp's look,

Steel Bone Kong sighed helplessly.

"From pure head-on combat, Tree Demon Lotte definitely isn't your match right now. But his Devil Fruit ability is far too bizarre."

"I've never seen a Fruit like that."

"So his strength can't be judged on the surface alone. Even if you went after him, capturing him would still be extremely difficult."

As the words fell,

Garp recalled Lotte's abilities from their previous encounter.

Combined with the current intelligence, that Devil Fruit really was strange.

But that wasn't reason enough for him to give up.

Just as Garp was about to say more,

Knock knock knock—!

Urgent knocking sounded at the door.

Steel Bone Kong frowned slightly and calmly called for them to enter.

A Marine Rear Admiral hurried in holding a document, saluted sharply in front of Steel Bone Kong.

"Report, Fleet Admiral! Urgent intelligence regarding the Rocks Pirates!"

With a glance at Garp beside him,

And at Steel Bone Kong's nod, he continued.

"According to current intelligence, two ships have departed from the Rocks Pirates."

"Led by cadres Whitebeard and Tree Demon Lotte. Their current course is toward the Roger Pirates. They have likely already begun their meeting!"

Hearing this,

Both Steel Bone Kong and Garp's expressions changed dramatically!

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