Chapter 169: The Sabaody Riot That Will Go Down in History
"Mad Monk Pirates captain, 'Mad Monk' Urouge, bounty 108,000,000 Berries..."
At the bar, Reiner held the list Shakky had given him. Behind him, Franky and the others gathered around.
He glanced over it and found that the information on it was not much different from his impression.
He handed the list to Robin beside him, then turned to Shakky and said, "I'll have a whiskey, Sister Shakky."
"Alright. What would the others like? Since you're friends of Hachi, it's my treat today. Consider it my support for you."
Shakky put down the polished wine glass, turned around to get a few bottles from the liquor cabinet, and said with a dazzling smile:
"Ever since I retired, I've been running this bar. My only hobby is to keep an eye on you Supernovas. I'm very optimistic about you guys, you know."
"Hmm? Isn't this just being a fan? Sister Shakky is our fan?" Reiner was stunned for a moment.
Does this world have this kind of culture? He knew about following singers and dancers; Brook became the Soul King, after all.
But following pirates, what the hell was that??
Wait a minute, does that mean Bartolomeo is their fan club president?
"That's right. I'm very optimistic about your crew, Monkey-bro."
Shakky, with a cigarette in her mouth, gave a thumbs up and made a finger gun, winking at Luffy.
"Hee hee hee," Luffy pressed down on his straw hat and gave a silly grin.
What a dopey star, Reiner thought, looking at him speechlessly.
His persona was rock solid, highlighting his simple-mindedness. There was no way for his image to collapse.
The only way his image could collapse was if he became a big brain?
"Here, your drink."
Shaking the ice in a cocktail shaker, in the time it took to exchange a few words, Shakky had already handed over a glass of whiskey.
At the same time, Robin finished reading the list and summarized the information on the nine Supernovas on the island, besides themselves, for the others.
Besides Urouge from the beginning, the other eight, and their seven respective pirate crews, were—
Captain of the Fire Tank Pirates, [Gangster Capone 'Gang' Bege], bounty 138,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the Bonney Pirates, [Big Eater Jewelry Bonney], bounty 140,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the On Air Pirates, ['Sea Roar' Scratchmen Apoo], bounty 198,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the Drake Pirates, ['Fallen Rear Admiral' X. Drake], bounty 222,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the Hawkins Pirates, ['Magician' Basil Hawkins], bounty 249,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the Heart Pirates, ['Surgeon of Death' Trafalgar Law], bounty 200,000,000 Berries.
Captain of the Kid Pirates, ['Captain' Eustass Kid], bounty 315,000,000 Berries.
And a combatant of the Kid Pirates, ['Massacre Soldier' Killer], bounty 162,000,000 Berries.
Besides this basic data, the list also recorded some scattered information, including the fruit abilities of a few of the ability users.
Reiner had to admire Shakky's intelligence network; she had stripped them down to their underwear without even leaving her house.
"The above is all the information on the Supernovas besides us."
Robin put down the list in her hand, looked up, and asked with a smile, "May I make a copy of it, Sister Shakky?"
"Of course. As an information broker, giving you the information without charging money, I've already made my stance very clear," Shakky smiled charmingly, stubbing out the cigarette in her hand in an ashtray.
"This island is way too dangerous now."
Usopp couldn't help but swallow. If they were really challenged by others, their weak trio... no, now it was a weak duo.
Besides Luffy and the other four, they didn't have the strength to contend with these guys.
"It's a good thing the coating artisan we're looking for is that legendary Dark King. At least we don't have to worry about his safety," Usopp sighed slightly in relief.
After all, the situation on this island was very complicated now. Besides the gathering of Supernovas...
There were also a large number of pirates, bounty hunters, and kidnappers. And with the Marines stationed here and the possibility of encountering Celestial Dragons...
Based on his understanding of Luffy's luck and style, something was bound to go wrong.
He was originally thinking that this accident might befall this coating artisan.
"There's no need to worry about him. It's about time, let's set off. We can just look for him on the island for the next two days," Reiner said, finishing his drink and putting down the cup.
If there was anything to worry about with Rayleigh, he was only worried that this irresponsible teacher would lead Luffy astray.
"Amusement park, amusement park! Let's go, Camie! Let's go play!"
Luffy jumped down from his chair and walked towards the door with a swagger.
He opened the door, and soft sunlight shone in, making the living room even brighter.
Several figures, silhouetted against the sunlight, followed Luffy out.
Finally, Robin took out a black ladies' wallet, tapped out a few Berri notes, and placed them on the table, the corner of her mouth curving up slightly:
"Since Sister Shakky is treating, thank you for the drinks. This is for the information."
"Uh-huh. You're so cute, little Robin," Shakky said, resting her chin on her palm at the bar, her eyes squinted in a charming smile.
"Then goodbye~."
Robin raised her hand and waved without looking back.
Thump.
The door was gently closed, and the light in the hall dimmed.
Gathering the cups on the bar, Shakky lit another cigarette. Through the window, she could still see the group walking down the hill from the long flight of stairs.
Smiling, she quietly watched them leave and couldn't help but remark with emotion, "They already have the air of that crew back then, Monkey-bro's crew."
But the reality was...
Grove 33, Soap Bubble Park. A roller coaster was speeding through several loop-the-loops.
"I'm getting dizzy!!"
"I'm gonna die!!"
"—Ahhh!!"
"Waahahaha!!"
Terrified screams pierced the sky, mixed with one stand-out, long and continuous shout of excitement.
Until the roller coaster slowly came to a stop, a group of people, stars spinning in their eyes, staggered off, holding onto the railing.
Before they had even taken two steps, their faces turned ashen, their bodies went limp, and they fell directly to the ground and began to vomit.
"Blegh~~"
"You're puking on my shoes, you bastard Long Nose!"
"Blegh~~"
"You too, Chopper?!" Sanji was furious. He grabbed the railing, swung his legs, and kicked them both away.
The group walked out of the exit.
Nami had spirals in her eyes. Her whole body swayed, and she couldn't even walk steadily. "I can't take it anymore. After a few rides, I'm really going to die. Let's rest for a bit."
"Let's go. There's a cafe over there. Anyone else who wants to rest can come along."
Reiner rubbed his temples and led some of them towards an open-air camp.
A few white outdoor tents were set up here, with tables and chairs placed outside each one.
The group stepped onto the pebble-paved ground and entered the camp to rest. They ordered a few cups of coffee and couldn't help but look at the few people still making a ruckus not far away.
"Next up is the drop tower! Who's coming!" Luffy ran excitedly towards the next ride.
Hearing his words.
"I want more!"
"Wait for me!" Camie, Chopper, and Usopp, who had been half-dead on the ground, were suddenly invigorated, scrambling to their feet and following him.
In contrast to them, Nami was dejected, her entire face趴 on the table.
How do they do it? The three of them were one thing, but even Camie was playing this crazily.
However, seeing the happy and joyful look on her face, Nami also revealed a gratified smile.
"It has always been Camie's dream to come to an amusement park, or rather, the dream of all fish-men and merfolk. But the lingering darkness of history makes everyone afraid to set foot on the surface."
Hachi said to them in a muffled voice, lowering his head, "Thank you all so much for today."
If not for Straw Hat Luffy's invitation, if not for the protection of their crew's strength, he and Camie would never have dared to take a single step here.
And yet, he had followed Arlong and done so many terrible things in the past.
Now, not only had he been forgiven, but he had also realized his dream with their help.
He was truly too ashamed to face any fish.
"Sir, miss, your coffees."
A waiter came forward with a tray and placed the coffees one by one in front of them.
"It's rare to be out having fun. Don't say such things that spoil the atmosphere," Reiner said, picking up his coffee and taking a sip. He put the cup down and leaned back leisurely.
He looked up at the tree shadows swaying in the gentle breeze, and the bubbles floating up to the trees, then suddenly popping under the blue sky and white clouds.
And in the dense foliage at the top of several nearby mangrove trees, a figure stood on each one.
The every move in the entire amusement park was under their control.
Sukuna, in a white robe embroidered in black, sat leaning against a tree branch with his eyes closed, a long black sword held in his arms.
Suddenly, as if something had caught his attention, he slightly lifted his eyelids and glanced down.
Where his gaze fell, behind a vendor's cart, several men were hiding and whispering to each other.
"Boss, it's that woman with Straw Hat. Her tail fin was showing from under her skirt just now."
The man with a mohawk spoke in a low but firm voice, "I swear I saw it right, or let me be struck by lightning later."
The man called "Boss" wore exaggerated clown makeup, his usual disguise.
Following his subordinate's gaze, it landed on the exit of the drop tower ride.
The recent talk of the town, Straw Hat and his group, were walking out, talking and laughing with a green-haired girl.
Although the girl was wearing a long skirt, her gait was still slightly different from others.
If this disguise could fool all the kidnappers on the island, then they might as well quit.
"Jyejyejye~~, a young female mermaid, what a rarity. I must make a move before the other kidnappers find out."
The clown-faced man grinned sinisterly, turned to the mohawk man, and said, "You take the others and disguise yourselves. Find a way to lure Straw Hat and his group away."
"Got it."
"Yes, boss."
Several subordinates acknowledged and left. However, after only a short while, something unexpected happened to the clown-faced man.
His own subordinates hadn't even appeared yet, but Straw Hat had actually left the girl and run off with his group to buy ice cream?!
Aren't you being too careless, hey!!
The clown-faced man couldn't help but curse inwardly. That was a 'product' that all the kidnappers were red-eyed over!
One deal could earn you enough money for the rest of your life!
Oh well, this is a gift from heaven. Let's go!
A cold smile appeared on the clown-faced man's face. He got up and walked straight behind Camie.
This was an amusement park; walking openly was the best disguise!
This scene was naturally seen by the others. Before the undead even came to warn them, Zoro had already discovered the furtive figures.
He was always alert, as sensitive to his surroundings as a wild beast.
Except when it came to directions.
"Idiot, absolute idiot."
Watching the group run off to buy ice cream, Nami walked over with veins popping on her forehead, squeezing out word by word through her teeth,
"How dare he invite Camie to an amusement park? Who on earth gave him that confidence!"
Luffy: You guys did (with a straight face).
"Let's go too, Zoro. It seems a Supernova has already arrived."
Reiner looked towards the entrance of the amusement park not far away. A man with an eyepatch wearing a black swordsman's hat was strolling in.
Their gazes met and then broke away in an instant.
Reiner put down his empty coffee cup, took out a few Berri notes and placed them under it, then stood up and walked towards Camie's position.
In the time it took them to exchange a few words, the clown-faced man had swaggered over, passing countless stalls to arrive behind Camie.
Looking at the unsuspecting green-haired girl before him, a lewd, sinister smile unconsciously appeared on his face.
He suddenly raised his hands to cover her mouth from behind. The next moment, two scarlet streams of blood flew up!
The clown-faced man was stunned. His wrists suddenly lost control. Accompanied by a slight ache, his hands went limp and drooped down!
Before he could react, the same feeling came from his heels again, and then his entire body uncontrollably knelt with a thud!
趴 on the ground, he felt a weight on his back, as if someone was sitting on him. He turned his head abruptly.
A man with short green hair and three golden earrings was sitting cross-legged on his back!
The other's gaze was ice-cold. He held a longsword in a reverse grip against his neck, his other hand's index finger held to his lips, shushing him.
Large beads of cold sweat continuously seeped from his forehead. The clown-faced man didn't dare to speak, just nodded tremblingly.
"Eh?" Camie heard a noise behind her and was about to turn her head.
"Time for ice cream, little sister Camie~~"
"Let's go ride the Ferris wheel, Camie!"
Suddenly, two voices called out to her.
Camie was stunned. Following the sound, she saw Nami and Sanji waving at her.
Behind them lay several bruised and swollen people, their faces unrecognizable.
But from their clothes, they seemed to be Luffy-bro and his group??
"Mm! I'm coming!" Camie smiled and ran towards the two of them.
Leaving behind the three figures she had not noticed.
"...Die here, or crawl off this island?"
Hearing Reiner's cold voice, the clown-faced man, whose eyes were welling with tears from the pain but who was still biting his lip, not daring to make a sound, finally dared to cry out and beg for mercy:
"Crawl! I'll crawl out! Don't kill me! I'll obediently crawl off this island!"
He kowtowed desperately and shouted until the weight on his back suddenly lightened. In his blurry vision, two figures walked away into the distance.
Only then did the heart that had been in his throat finally relax. He burst into tears and began to crawl away step by step.
"Thank you, Lord Black Snake, for sparing my life! Thank you, Lord Roronoa, for sparing my life! Thank you..."
"To think you didn't kill him. You're quite kind. If anyone dared to lay a hand on my people, I'd definitely have them drawn and quartered."
At the amusement park entrance, Kid grinned sinisterly as he watched the clown crawl past his feet, crying.
"Living like this, is it not a form of suffering in itself? Those two are by no means kind people," Killer said faintly, his gaze fixed on the Ferris wheel entrance in the distance.
After Reiner and Zoro regrouped with the others, they all entered the Ferris wheel cabin that Camie had been longing for.
"Ah, right. I just remembered."
"What's wrong?" Zoro glanced at him with a puzzled look.
"Damn it. I forgot to give him two slaps first," Reiner said with a regretful expression.
"..."
A drop of sweat trickled down Zoro's forehead. "That kind of thing doesn't matter, does it?"
Thump.
The cabin door was closed by an attendant. The Ferris wheel began to turn slowly. The cabin, made with bubble technology, was incredibly stable.
The spacious cabin was surrounded by sofas on three sides. Camie knelt on the sofa, her hands pressed against the glass-like bubble wall, looking down at the outside.
As their position gradually rose, the entire scenery of the Sabaody Archipelago came into view.
"...So beautiful," Camie stared blankly out the window, immersed in this beautiful scenery.
"—Suuu-gei!"
Luffy exclaimed, jumping up and down inside, causing the bubble cabin to shake. "Bubble Island is so amazing! Camie, we'll definitely bring you here again in the future!"
"You idiot captain! You still have the nerve to say that!"
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Sanji cursed loudly, grabbing Luffy and giving him another round of punches and kicks.
"Sowwy~~, I was wong~~."
Nami was furious. She stood with her hands on her hips and instructed seriously:
"Listen up, Camie! Unless two of the three, Reiner, Zoro, or Sanji, are present, you are not to be easily brought ashore, do you understand? Especially by Luffy!!"
"I-I understand," Camie nodded with a frightened expression.
Slowly, the Ferris wheel turned, carrying them to the very top.
They began to see further down below. Rows of white dots were moving towards them.
The white dots swarmed from all directions like ants, almost surrounding the entire Grove 33.
Although the distance was extremely far, as pirates, they still recognized at a glance that it was the Marines, with whom they had dealings every now and then.
"Why are there so many Marines all of a sudden?"
Sanji frowned. "The tourists below are also gradually leaving. The Marines seem to be evacuating the civilians. Are they going to start a war with us?"
"Not necessarily. But everyone who was supposed to arrive has arrived. To think that a small amusement park is packed with nine pirate crews," Reiner's gaze quickly scanned the area.
Below were familiar figures, some looking at them with covetous eyes, others sitting and watching with great interest.
All the Supernovas had come.
However...
A corner of Reiner's mouth lifted. Since they're all here, what's the point of just watching?
"Today's fun might be over, Camie. We'll bring you again next time, okay?" Robin smiled and ruffled her short green hair.
Camie nodded emphatically and smiled. "Mm! After we get down, Hachi-bro and I will jump into the sea from the tree roots. No one can catch me in the water!"
She had been with the group for a day and naturally understood the current situation.
She didn't say anything willful, nor did she say anything disheartening.
Camie just smiled brightly, gave a thumbs-up gesture, and shouted:
"Go for it, Luffy-bro! You guys are the strongest! Because Camie likes everyone the most! You have to beat them!"
"Hee hee hee, of course, Camie!"
Luffy crossed his arms and bumped his fists together in front of his chest. "No matter who comes to challenge us, I'll beat them!"
At this time, near the bridge connecting Grove 33 and Grove 34.
A few tents were simply set up here, serving as a temporary command camp for the Marines.
A large number of soldiers were quickly setting up military works, pushing cannons into formation one by one.
"Report! Civilian evacuation of Grove 34 is complete!"
"Captain! Grove 32 is also in position!"
"Report..."
After listening to the reports from his soldiers one by one, a thin-faced officer with a grave expression quickly walked back into the camp.
Arriving before a general sitting behind a long table, the thin officer saluted and shouted forcefully:
"Reporting, Vice Admiral! The surrounding groves have been evacuated, and soldiers and cannons are deployed!
"We are only waiting for the civilians in the amusement park to evacuate before we can begin to advance and encircle the total of 14 Supernovas currently gathered in Grove 33!!"
"No. We just received an order from headquarters. Continue to evacuate civilians from the outer groves."
A calm voice spoke.
Hearing this response, the thin officer was stunned, clearly a bit confused.
We've deployed so many troops, evacuated the civilians, and headquarters is right behind us. We're not going to fight???
Before he could speak, he heard the Vice Admiral speak again.
"Headquarters cannot spare too many troops for support right now. This means that if a war breaks out, we can only rely on the troops stationed at Sabaody Archipelago to fight to the end."
The Vice Admiral stood up and walked forward, saying in a low voice, "And we cannot fight against nine Supernova pirate crews..."
Headquarters had once said that to avoid unnecessary losses, without a Vice Admiral or higher in command, they should primarily monitor the Straw Hat Pirates and not engage without authorization.
Conversely, if a Vice Admiral was present, could they engage?
No. Even with a Vice Admiral present, it depended on the situation. Clearly, now was not a situation where they could engage.
"Don't forget that the true duty of the Marines is to protect civilians. Headquarters said to let the pirates bite each other."
The Vice Admiral spoke calmly, his voice heavy. "Do not engage. Focus on evacuating civilians. Control the aftermath of the battle as much as possible. This is the order we have received!"
"Yes, sir!"
The thin officer saluted and was about to turn and run outside.
Boom!!
Just then, a loud explosion came from the distance.
"What happened?!"
"This is bad! They've started fighting inside!"
A soldier rushed in frantically, shouting in panic, "A Supernova has made a move on the Straw Hat crew! It's the Kid crew!"
Boom!!!
"Report!"
Another soldier rushed in. "Gangster Bege! Magician Hawkins! Sea Roar Apoo have also made a move!!"
"These damn pirates! Quick! Immediately evacuate the residents of the surrounding fifteen groves! Pull back the defense line—"
"Report!! Report!!"
Before his voice faded, he was interrupted by a cry of alarm.
Yet another soldier rushed in in extreme panic, even stumbling and sliding face-first to a stop in front of him!
"What's the situation this time!!"
The Vice Admiral shouted, his brow furrowed tightly.
Because this time, the look of utter panic on the soldier's face instantly gave him a bad feeling.
"The Straw Hat crew! They... they..." The soldier raised his head, and with all his might, roared out words that were unbelievable to everyone.
"They've declared war on all the other Supernovas!!!"
(End of chapter)
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