Before the crowd, the figure of Dark King Rayleigh was no longer there.
In his place was a shriveled corpse and a pool of blood on the ground.
Boom!!!
After a brief silence, the entire Area 42 erupted in an uproar.
"Rayleigh is dead? Dark King Rayleigh is actually dead?!!!"
"Oh my god, Reynold even killed Dark King Rayleigh?!"
"Big news, absolutely huge news!!!"
"Is this the value of a 3 billion bounty?!"
"..."
Everyone who witnessed this scene was greatly astonished.
Nothing could be more impactful than witnessing Rayleigh's corpse firsthand at this moment.
Reynold calmly withdrew his gaze, focusing on the Seven Star Sword in his hand.
After absorbing Rayleigh's blood, the Seven Star Sword's blade was noticeably brighter than before, and its power was even greater.
This was the advantage of the Seven Star Sword; it could continuously enhance the dark will contained within it by constantly devouring the blood of strong individuals.
It was a truly malleable demonic sword!
Reynold contentedly put away the Seven Star Sword, glanced at Rayleigh's corpse, and then left, losing interest.
After leaving Area 42, Reynold activated his Observation Haki to sense his surroundings, then took out a den den mushi and dialed Nami's number.
Meanwhile, inside Tavern Crackers in Area 13.
Looking at the burnt-out Vivre Card in her hand, Shakky's usually calm face completely lost control at this moment. She closed her eyes in despair, murmuring softly:
"Rayleigh, you shouldn't have gone."
On the other side.
"Bomb them! Bomb them hard!!" Nami stared intently at the large screen in front of her, cheering them on while sipping coffee.
On the screen, Naval Headquarters was already riddled with holes from the continuous laser cannon bombardment.
The ruins of various buildings were visible everywhere, dust was flying, interspersed with the cursing voice of Fleet Admiral Sengoku.
He was clearly quite enraged.
"Hahahahaha... The Marine's losses this time are too great." The girls watched the scene with glee.
Although the Marine casualties were not many, and they were all ordinary Marine Soldiers.
But with Naval Headquarters destroyed to this extent, rebuilding it would require a vast amount of manpower, material resources, and financial resources.
Buruburu
Buruburu
Just then, the den den mushi on the coffee table suddenly rang.
Nami, without looking away from the big screen, casually answered it.
Reynold's voice immediately came from the other end, "Stop playing, everyone, come back quickly."
After speaking, the den den mushi went "bururu" and hung up.
Nami pouted, her enthusiasm waning, and said somewhat unhappily, "Reynold's battle is over. Let's go back."
Outside the Naval Headquarters building.
As Nami and the others left, the laser cannon bombardment ceased.
Sengoku emerged from a pile of rubble, covered in dust, and surveyed his surroundings. All the buildings had collapsed; even a corner of his office building had been blown off.
Sengoku clenched his fists, his anger flaring up instantly.
This was purely to disgust him.
And he could do nothing about it.
"Fleet Admiral, news from Sabaody Archipelago." Just then, a messenger rushed over.
"Speak!" Sengoku's face was grim, his voice low.
"Reporting, Fleet Admiral, just now, Reynold and Dark King Rayleigh had a huge battle in Area 42 of Sabaody Archipelago. Rayleigh was no match and died at Reynold's hands."
"I know." Sengoku nodded slightly.
Even Kizaru and Garp were no match for Reynold, let alone a 76-year-old man.
Although Sengoku didn't know why Rayleigh clashed with Reynold, he wasn't surprised by this outcome.
"Is there anything else?!" Sengoku asked somewhat impatiently.
His mood was truly terrible at the moment.
"Fleet Admiral, news just came in that Celestial Dragon Saint Charloss is about to land on Sabaody Archipelago."
"What?!!!"
Sengoku's eyes widened in fury, and his heart sank.
Why now of all times?!!
It shouldn't be, right?!
No matter how bold Reynold was, he wouldn't dare to attack a Celestial Dragon, would he?!
Certainly not.
Sengoku reassured himself. A moment later, he suddenly erupted, "Akainu, Aokiji, hurry to Sabaody Archipelago to save Saint Charloss!!!"
His voice was high-pitched and urgent, echoing throughout Naval Headquarters.
Meanwhile, on Sabaody Archipelago.
Saint Charloss was riding on a Giant slave, escorted by a group of guards, heading to Area 2.
This was an illegal area specializing in human trafficking and slave trading, and it was a place he frequently visited.
Area 2 also had the best quality slaves, and if he was lucky, he might even encounter mermaids.
With his appearance, everyone on the street trembled and knelt on the ground, their foreheads nearly touching the pavement.
Anyone who saw a Celestial Dragon had to kneel respectfully like this.
This was a privilege exclusive to Celestial Dragons.
Saint Charloss looked down at the commoners below with a disdainful gaze, a cold sneer on his lips.
Just then, a child glanced at him out of curiosity. Although his movements were very cautious, Saint Charloss still noticed and immediately became displeased.
"Hehehehehe, you lowly beings, how dare you look directly at this Saint? Who gave you commoners such courage?!!!"
"Guards, kill everyone here!!!"
Saint Charloss gave the order without explanation.
In his eyes, those kneeling before him were not people at all, but untouchables, worse than pigs or dogs.
For these untouchables to die by his hand, to bring him a moment of amusement, was their good fortune cultivated over eight lifetimes.
A CP0 agent, dressed in a suit and wearing a Ghost Face Mask (ghost-faced mask), narrowed his eyes and suddenly looked at the child from before.
Soru (Shave)!!!
Finger Pistol!!!
With a low shout, the CP0 agent instantly vanished from his spot. When he reappeared, a red light burst from his fingertip, shooting rapidly towards the child's head.
Clang!
In the nick of time, a flash of sword light appeared, effortlessly destroying the red light.
"Who?!!!"
Almost simultaneously, all the CP0 agents instantly became alert, guarding their surroundings.
To protect Saint Charloss, they had kept their Observation Haki active.
But just now, they hadn't even noticed when the opponent made their move.
The newcomer was not to be trifled with.
"Saint Charloss!" Reno's gaze was icy, his voice chilling.
He had encountered Rayleigh causing trouble on the way here, and now, just as he was about to leave, he stumbled upon a Celestial Dragon actively delivering himself, as if to make up for his ruined good mood?!
And it was an acquaintance.
Saint Charloss, the frequent victim among the Celestial Dragons.
This guy had died at the hands of transmigrators not hundreds, but at least dozens of times.
There was no helping it; that was just his character setting.
"Perfect, a welcome gift for Hancock," Reno immediately decided.
Although it was a classic, old-fashioned trick, as long as it worked, it was fine.
Just like Saint Charloss, Pirate Empress Hancock's character setting was equally unshakeable.
As long as he killed a Celestial Dragon, she would surely be subdued, and the obedient kind at that.
With just a Celestial Dragon's corpse, the aloof Empress would instantly transform into a docile accessory, and perhaps, like Doll, she could even be cultivated into a contrasting little M.
"Bastard! How dare you call this Saint by his name! Kill him at once!!!"
Saint Charloss for a moment thought he was hallucinating; someone actually dared to openly call his name?!
It was utterly outrageous!
"Break this untouchable's legs for this Saint! I want him to regret what he just said!!!"
Saint Charloss yelled at the CP0 agents in front of him, his voice trembling despite his bluster, spittle flying onto a mask.
The CP0 agents didn't hesitate. Apart from two who remained to protect Saint Charloss, the others all charged at Reno.
They, of course, knew Reno was very strong, but the orders of a Celestial Dragon were their ultimate will.
They were the Celestial Dragons' sharp swords!
Even if Saint Charloss ordered them to die, they wouldn't hesitate.
This was the World Government's strongest shield!
"Die!!" Facing the several CP0 agents charging at him, Reno felt no pity.
The Seven Star Sword swung, and several slashes flew out consecutively.
Swish swish swish
Swish swish swish
In an instant, the CP0 agents attacking Reno almost simultaneously stopped, frozen in place.
The next second, a line of blood burst from each of their necks with a 'poof,' and then they all collapsed into a pool of blood.
These CP0 agents, perhaps, had unfortunate childhoods, but now, they had long become emotionless killing machines.
Their deaths were not to be regretted.
"Waste, you're all useless waste! What are you two still standing around for?!"
"Hurry up and kill that untouchable! This Saint wants to desecrate his corpse!!!"
Saint Charloss spat furiously, red-faced with anger.
Having lived a life of luxury for so long, he still hadn't realized the gravity of the situation.
The two remaining CP0 agents exchanged a glance, then decisively made their move the next second.
However, before they could even move from their spots, two flashes of sword light sliced across their throats.
Die!
"Everyone, leave here immediately!!!" Reno looked at the kneeling crowd and spoke coldly.
Reno's voice was like a clap of thunder, exploding in everyone's ears.
After two seconds of hesitation, the commoners scattered like birds and beasts, fleeing in a panic.
As they left, everyone cast grateful glances at Reno.
If Reno hadn't appeared in time, they would all have died here today.
Soon, all the commoners had left, except for a few reporters hiding in the shadows, secretly taking photos.
Reno glanced at them, but didn't bother.
"Presumptuous! This Saint hasn't spoken yet, who told you untouchables to run?!!!"
"Hurry up and get back here for this Saint, otherwise, this Saint—"
Bang!!!
Saint Charloss hadn't even finished speaking when Reno delivered a swift kick!
The glass mask instantly shattered, and then Saint Charloss's face, resembling a lumpy squash, was revealed.
"Truly f***ing ugly!!"
Reno suppressed his disgust and directly used two cloud chains to pierce through Saint Charloss's collarbones.
"Aargh!!!"
As his collarbones were pierced, a pig-like scream echoed throughout the Sabaody Archipelago.
Saint Charloss's face turned pale, cold sweat beading from the pain.
"You… you actually dare…"
Crack!
The finger he had just extended was instantly broken by Reno.
"Aargh!!!"
Another scream.
The reporters in the shadows excitedly pressed their shutters like mad.
Film was used as if it were free.
Thinking that the most explosive news in history was about to be born from their hands, several of them were so excited they were almost fainting.
After reporting it to Morgans, they would surely get a raise and a promotion.
Reno successively broke Saint Charloss's five limbs until he completely fainted before stopping.
Looking at his masterpiece, Reno nodded with satisfaction.
This was the correct way to deal with a Celestial Dragon.
Throwing Saint Charloss aside, Reno instantly teleported.
The still-photographing reporters were startled by Reno's sudden appearance in front of them, their lips trembling.
"Reno, you… I…"
"You must be Morgans' people, right?!" Reno waved his hand, getting straight to the point.
The group exchanged glances, then all nodded.
"Give me Morgans' contact information; I have something to discuss with him."
Under Reno's imposing presence, how could anyone dare to disobey? They quickly and obediently handed over Morgans' phone number.
"Reno, we should go now!" Vivi's voice suddenly came from above.
After memorizing the number, Reno didn't linger. He used a cloud chain to drag the unconscious Saint Charloss and instantly teleported onto the airship.
Letting Saint Charloss on the airship? That would be too easy for him!
He was directly hung behind the airship, pulled by the collarbones with the cloud chain, and made to fly along.
After Reno left, the reporters, having recovered, immediately activated flight mode and vanished in a flash.
They wanted to publish this news in the shortest possible time.
The New World was about to change!
Not long after Reno and the others left, Marine Admiral Aokiji and Akainu arrived late.
After casually questioning a few passersby, Sengoku's worst fears had come true.
All the CP0 agents were tragically killed, and Saint Charloss was missing.
No need to guess, he must have been taken away by Reno.
"A wasted trip, let's go back too." Aokiji still had his lazy demeanor. If it were an ordinary commoner, he might have been a bit more concerned.
But it was a Celestial Dragon.
If Sengoku hadn't given a death order, he wouldn't have come here.
Akainu boarded the warship with a grim face, not saying a word.
"Captain, who's that guy behind us?!!!" Looking at the ugly thing hanging by the cloud chain, The girls were all disgusted.
"A Celestial Dragon?!!! Captain, how did you even capture a Celestial Dragon?!!!"
Seeing the unique Celestial Dragon attire on Saint Charloss, Kalifa's face changed drastically.
Having been trained as an assassin since childhood, she had been heavily indoctrinated with ideas of unconditional obedience to the Celestial Dragons.
If attacking the Marine still left a sliver of room for redemption, touching a Celestial Dragon had only one outcome: a lifetime of being hunted by World Government agents, with no peace.
"Sigh, our Captain is truly crazy. It seems we won't have a peaceful life anymore." Doll, who also understood the seriousness of the situation, sighed helplessly.
The other girls just shrugged indifferently.
Naval Headquarters had already been blown up; one more Celestial Dragon wouldn't make a difference.
"Reno, just kill him, why keep him alive?!" Nami frowned, puzzled.
Such an ugly thing, looking at it for another second made one sick.
Reno looked at The girls and smiled slightly, saying, "This is my welcome gift for Hancock."
"Starting tomorrow, you'll all be sisters!!!"
"Hahahahaha"
Amidst Reno's hearty laughter, the airship went full throttle, flying directly towards the Calm Belt.
Calm Belt, Amazon Lily.
This was an island inhabited only by women.
All the women on the island were trained as warriors from a young age, possessing extraordinary combat power.
And the Empress who ruled this country was Pirate Empress Boa Hancock, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.
Amazon Lily is a place countless men dream of, but it's not somewhere just anyone can come to.
Unless, of course, like marine warships, your ship is inlaid with Sea Stone, or you possess power as formidable as Dark King Rayleigh.
Otherwise, you'll just end up as food for Sea Kings.
At this moment, inside the magnificent royal palace hall.
"Empress, this is the latest news." Marigold, the plump sister with long orange-yellow hair, respectfully placed a newspaper beside Boa Hancock.
"Is there anything worth paying attention to?!"
Seated on the main throne, Boa Hancock had her legs crossed, propping her chin with her right hand, responding in a very lazy manner.
Her arrogant tone carried a hint of impatience.
"Empress, a new Pirate named Reno has recently appeared on the seas. In just one month, he first killed Crocodile, then destroyed Judicial Island, and now his bounty has reached 3 billion berries."
"Oh?"
Hancock raised an eyebrow, her beautiful legs intertwining as she changed her sitting posture, showcasing her curvaceous figure to its fullest.
"Reno?!"
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