Cyrus had vanished.
After Kizaru made his move, although the Navy didn't continue to obstruct Cyrus, they had been keeping a close watch on him.
They had originally thought Cyrus would wipe out all of Doflamingo's armories in the North Blue, but then he suddenly disappeared.
However, someone was still attacking the armories.
But according to the Navy's intelligence, it was Germa who continued the attacks, merely seizing control of these places.
Near an island in the North Blue close to the Calm Belt, a warship was docked.
However, most of the Navy soldiers on this warship were female.
It was the flagship of the Navy's Great Staff Officer, Vice Admiral Tsuru.
After listening to the latest report, a thoughtful look crossed Vice Admiral Tsuru's face.
"Tsuru-nee?"
Seeing Vice Admiral Tsuru remain silent, Gion called out to her.
"Mm, Borsalino made a move, but that Cyrus didn't give him any respect at all. And now he's suddenly let it go."
Vice Admiral Tsuru looked at Gion and said.
"Are you saying that Cyrus has a connection to the Germa Kingdom, Tsuru-nee?"
Having been with Vice Admiral Tsuru for a long time, Gion was also quite familiar with the situation regarding Cyrus.
And because of this, she was even more curious.
From what she understood, that Cyrus didn't seem like an easy person to deal with.
"Not necessarily a connection, but they've definitely been in contact. They probably made some kind of deal!"
Vice Admiral Tsuru mused, offering the most likely answer.
Cyrus went from the East Blue to the West Blue, and then to the North Blue.
Unless Cyrus had a connection with Germa before he appeared in the East Blue, the two sides should not have had any contact.
But in the current situation, Cyrus had disappeared, and Germa had taken his place in attacking Doflamingo's factories.
It would be impossible if there hadn't been some contact.
So, what kind of deal had they made?
"Tsuru-nee, do we really need to pay so much attention to this Cyrus?"
Seeing Vice Admiral Tsuru fall into thought, Gion asked again.
"A young Logia Type user who has awakened Conqueror's Haki, is proficient in Observation and Armament Haki, and is also a Master Swordsman."
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, turning to look at Gion.
"For someone like him, no amount of attention is too much. In a few years, he will definitely be a pivotal figure on the seas."
As Vice Admiral Tsuru spoke, she herself felt quite emotional.
"A person like this would be a huge problem if he became a Pirate. But from the looks of it, he doesn't seem to have that intention."
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, turning her head in a certain direction.
"He's here!"
As Vice Admiral Tsuru said this, Gion followed her gaze and then raised her hand.
The female soldiers on the warship immediately got busy.
They picked up their weapons, turned the warship around, and sailed directly toward the approaching ship.
...
"A Navy warship!"
On Doflamingo's ship, a loud shout put everyone on alert.
Doflamingo walked to the bow of the ship.
When he saw the insignia on the approaching warship, his face instantly darkened.
"Young Master!"
Several of his executives gathered around, each looking excited.
"Quiet down. It's an acquaintance!"
Doflamingo resisted the urge to turn and run.
After all, this warship had pursued him for a very, very long time.
If he hadn't become a Shichibukai, it might still be chasing him.
Marine Headquarters' Great Staff Officer, Vice Admiral Tsuru!
As the warship drew near, Doflamingo watched the figure standing on its deck with a solemn expression.
After the ships drew close and stopped, Doflamingo spoke first.
"Ms. Tsuru!" Doflamingo reined in the arrogant expression on his face, and his whole demeanor became subdued.
"What a good boy. I thought you were going to attack me!"
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, looking at the much more mature Doflamingo.
This form of address made Doflamingo's face darken slightly, but he didn't dwell on it.
"Were you waiting for me, Ms. Tsuru?"
Doflamingo guessed Vice Admiral Tsuru's purpose.
"The North Blue has been restless lately. So, Doflamingo, you should go back the way you came." Vice Admiral Tsuru said with a smile.
"You should know what happened," Doflamingo frowned.
"Mm, I know. But he's no longer in the North Blue." Vice Admiral Tsuru's answer surprised Doflamingo.
Vice Admiral Tsuru turned her head.
Seeing her movement, Gion beckoned with her hand.
Then, three figures were brought out.
One of them was completely wrapped in bandages.
"Dofflamingo, you're a good boy. Good boys should be obedient. Here are your men back. Now return to your Dressrosa."
Hearing this, Doflamingo looked at the three figures behind Tsuru, his expression fluctuating.
Lao G, Violet, and this bandaged person is... Pink?
"And if I say no?"
Although he knew the situation had changed, Doflamingo was unwilling to give up.
Such huge profits were at stake.
If he returned now, he would probably lose his share of them.
It would be even more difficult to build up such a large business in the underworld again.
However, intimidated by Vice Admiral Tsuru, Doflamingo weighed the pros and cons and agreed.
But as he turned away, his face was as black as the bottom of a pot and the veins on his forehead throbbed, clearly showing he was furious to the extreme.
But Vice Admiral Tsuru didn't care.
She escorted Doflamingo all the way back to the Calm Belt and lingered for a long time before leaving.
"What exactly happened?" Doflamingo asked, his face grim as he looked at the three people before him.
"He's very strong!"
Pink's voice was weak.
"When I went to find that person, Admiral Kizaru also arrived. The two of them fought. I was caught in the crossfire. I don't know the final result, but that person was unaffected and continued to destroy our businesses."
Pink's words made Doflamingo's expression freeze.
"You're saying he fought with Kizaru and was unaffected?"
Doflamingo found it hard to believe.
He knew about Cyrus's situation in the East Blue.
Before this, he hadn't considered Cyrus a very strong opponent.
But this news instantly calmed Doflamingo down.
The fact that Kizaru had returned empty-handed already said everything.
"Return to Dressrosa!"
Doflamingo's gaze swept over the three people in front of him, and he finally gave the order.
...
Just as Doflamingo was being forced back by Vice Admiral Tsuru, Germa's negotiations with the World Government broke down, and their dream of becoming a World Government member nation was shattered.
However, they did gain Doflamingo's remaining armories.
As for Cyrus and Robin, they had already arrived at the part of the North Blue adjacent to the Red Line.
Approaching the Red Line, the two of them looked up.
They couldn't see the top of the Red Line with their naked eyes, but their Observation Haki could cover the area above it.
"Are you really planning to let Germa's people join the association?"
On the small boat, which was stationary on the sea, Robin asked as she looked at Cyrus, who was gazing upwards.
She couldn't hold back her curiosity.
She didn't understand why Cyrus would do this.
"It doesn't really matter. I just didn't want to continue doing tedious work. Since someone wants to do it for me, let them. As long as the goal is achieved."
Cyrus withdrew his upward gaze and explained to Robin.