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Today, Loguetown was unusually hot and humid.
The sun blazed overhead, its intense light shining down on every corner of the town, baking the heavy, damp air.
But the heat didn't dampen the residents' excitement. From early morning, people had flooded the central street, eager to secure a good spot.
This was the widest street in all of Loguetown and the only one that connected the Marine headquarters to the execution platform.
Countless Marines stood in tight formation along both sides, keeping order.
The crowd was packed shoulder to shoulder, all eyes fixed on the end of the street, waiting for the arrival of the one they came to see.
The Pirate King: Gol D. Roger.
Yemu had also come, along with Enel, Tiger, Flare, and Baby-5.
"So... so high up... Enel-sama..."
Baby-5 was far too small to see anything from the crowd, so Yemu had forcefully placed her on Enel's shoulders.
Enel looked a little annoyed, but Baby-5 happily clung to his neck, glancing around with curiosity.
Yemu turned to Flare beside him and asked,
"Did you say goodbye to your father?"
Even though they were now crewmates, Flare still wasn't entirely used to being at Yemu's side. But she made an effort to blend in and replied,
"Yeah, I said goodbye last night. He told me a lot about the Grand Line. But now that I've become a pirate, are you sure the Marines won't go after my old man?"
"Don't worry. Vice Admiral Kuzan gave his word, and he's someone we can trust."
"Tch, a Marine and a pirate making deals in secret."
"Hahahaha..."
Thinking back on the promise he made with Kuzan the day before, Yemu chuckled and continued,
"From today on, you're officially a member of the Sky Pirates—and our head chef. Normally, we'd throw a welcome banquet for you and Baby-5, but given the situation, let's wait until we get out of here safely."
Then he turned to Tiger and gave instructions.
"Tiger, once the execution is over, you've got one job—protect Flare and Baby-5. Enel and I will clear the path."
"Leave it to me, Captain Yemu."
Flare frowned and protested,
"Don't underestimate me! I'm strong too..."
"I know that. But the fight that's about to happen... it's not something you two can get involved in. Still, don't worry too much..."
Flare opened her mouth to argue again, but just then, a wave of commotion surged through the distant crowd, followed by a chorus of shouts.
"Roger is coming out..."
Everyone instantly turned their eyes toward the far end of the central street.
There, surrounded by countless soldiers, was a tall, burly man in a captain's coat, shackled in handcuffs and leg irons. Step by step, he was being escorted forward.
"So that's Gol D. Roger, the Pirate King..."
"Gulp..."
Despite being a condemned man on his way to execution, Roger walked with the bearing of a triumphant general, a calm smile on his face.
Everyone who saw him was struck by his commanding presence. No one dared breathe loudly. Step by step, they watched as Roger walked like a true king into the execution ground.
And as he passed by Yemu's position, Roger seemed to sense something, grinned, and continued on.
…
deeply.
This was the moment he had feared the most, and thankfully, it had passed without incident. Still, the uneasy feeling in his chest only grew stronger as he looked at the smile on Roger's face. He didn't know why, but something about it didn't sit right with him.
Nevertheless, as long as nothing major happened, the plan couldn't be changed. After all, Roger's public execution was being broadcast live across the world, and its entire purpose was to elevate the prestige of the Marines and the World Government. If Roger's death seemed too mundane, it wouldn't have the intended impact.
He hesitated briefly, then picked up the Den Den Mushi.
"The plan stays the same. Keep everyone on high alert..."
"Hey, Sengoku, what are you so worried about at a time like this? Besides, Kuzan and Borsalino are right nearby, aren't they?"
Garp sat calmly on a nearby couch, munching on a doughnut with an indifferent look.
But Sengoku couldn't relax at all.
"The closer we get to this moment, the more careful we need to be. Take it seriously... and stop eating."
Fortunately, everything went smoothly after that. There were no disruptions. Roger reached the execution platform and, under the escort of the soldiers, slowly climbed the steps. Then, like a true emperor, he took his seat, gazing down at the people below.
The world seemed to fall silent. Every eye was fixed on that regal figure on the platform.
By then, Sengoku had relaxed significantly. His thoughts began drifting to other matters as he issued a new order.
"Have all Marines stand ready. Once Roger is executed, not just the Sky Pirates, but any other criminal pirates—none of them are to leave this place."
"Understood, Admiral Sengoku. When should you make the worldwide announcement of Roger's execution?"
"I'll do it right—"
Suddenly, a voice rang out across the quiet square, cutting through the tension like a blade. It was a voice that sounded all too familiar to Sengoku, Kuzan, Borsalino, and even Dragon.
"Hey, Pirate King...!"
"Where did you hide all the treasure you found? Is it really in the Grand Line?!"
"You found it, didn't you? That legendary treasure—one of a kind!"
"The ONE PIECE!!!!"
Sengoku's expression instantly changed. He shot to his feet, snatching up the Den Den Mushi in panic.
"Damn it...!"
"Execute him now! Don't wait any longer!"
"But the time hasn't—"
It was already too late.
"Wahahahaha..."
Roger burst out laughing on the platform. Pure, unrestrained joy.
In that instant, under the gaze of the entire world, he made the declaration that would ignite the age of great voyages.
"My treasure...?"
"If you want it, you can have it all..."
"Go find it! I left it all in that place!"
At that moment, the entire square—no, every place where the public execution was being broadcast—erupted into uproar.
"Ohhhh!!!"
"Ahhhh!!!"
"That great treasure is mine!!!"
Sengoku's face darkened completely as he crushed the Den Den Mushi in his grip.
"Damn it... so this was Roger's plan all along... Sky Pirates... Yemu... I won't let any of you get away this time..."
...
At that exact moment, Enel, Tiger, Flare, and Baby-5 all stared at their captain in shock.
Because the person who had just shouted those words... was Yemu.
"Hey, Yemu... don't tell me you planned that with Roger ahead of time?" Enel asked, surprised.
"Of course not. I just figured I was the right guy to help set the stage for a new era, that's all! Hahahahaha..."
Yemu had never felt so exhilarated. Then, without warning, he raised his voice and shouted, drawing the attention of everyone across the square.
"Members of the Sky Pirates! Now, for the Pirate King's great treasure—let's sail for the open sea! Our adventure begins...!"
"Oh!!!"
His words made the eyes of every Sky Pirate light up, as if they could feel the hand of fate descending upon them.
Even the rest of the people in the square—and all those around the world watching—heard his voice.
In an instant, the crowd seemed to awaken. Thunderous cheers rose into the sky, and without a second thought, they surged toward the sea.
In their hearts, they all shared one single thought...
"The Pirate King's great treasure will be mine..."
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