Ten thousand meters in the sky.
The airship flew aimlessly.
Inside the Time Room, three days had passed.
During this time.
Reynold continuously used Life Return to better fit the three girls' sizes.
It's worth mentioning that he paid extra attention to York, the avatar of desire.
She was now like a puddle of mud.
Looking at the three girls who had lost all composure, Reynold walked out of the Time Room, still not fully satisfied.
[Congratulations Host for successfully recruiting crew member York, do you wish to claim the reward?]
[Congratulations Host for successfully recruiting crew member Lilith, do you wish to claim the reward?]
[Congratulations Host for successfully recruiting crew member Atlas, do you wish to claim the reward?]
Inside the room, a mechanical voice echoed in Reynold's mind.
"Claim immediately." He responded.
[Congratulations Host for obtaining reward — Imperial Arm: Sure-Shot Bow!]
[Congratulations Host for obtaining reward — diro's tooth cleaver!]
[Congratulations Host for obtaining reward — Ryūjin Jakka!]
Imperial Arm: Sure-Shot Bow:
One of the Forty-Eight Imperial Arms, an Imperial Arm of the bow.
: When used, call out the target's name, as long as the target is within range, the arrow will forever pursue until it hits.
: Can shoot arrows with different effects, such as normal attack arrows, explosive arrows, piercing arrows, etc.
"Not bad." Reynold nodded slightly.
Guaranteed hit within range, who can withstand that?
Among the many rewards he had received, it ranked in the upper-middle.
Of course, it wasn't overly stunning either.
Next.
diro's tooth cleaver!
Source: Anime "Toriko".
Dragon King Doulos: The strongest dragon that ever existed in the setting. It grew only one long tooth in its lifetime and used this tooth to become an unchallengeable overlord in the Gourmet World.
diro's tooth cleaver was forged from the fossilized tooth of the [Dragon King Doulos].
This cleaver, when swung casually, can generate a huge shockwave that destroys everything around it.
For example.
The second generation Melk once used this cleaver to gently swing and cut off a mountain range.
"That amazing??"
Reynold's gaze burned as he scrutinized the seemingly ordinary cleaver before him.
A casual swing has such power; if other forces were applied, wouldn't it be invincible?
Is this what they call a legendary 'dimension-reducing attack'?
If that were truly the case, he would simply carry a cleaver and march into the Holy Land.
The thought alone was amusing.
Chuckling, Reynold shook his head and continued to look at the next item.
The last reward.
Ryūjin Jakka:
The Zanpakutō of anime character Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto.
Abilities:
: Can release flames and manipulate them to scorch or detonate enemies.
: The strongest and oldest flame-type Zanpakutō, reputed to possess the strongest offensive power in the Soul Society.
: The heat released in Shikai is enough to reduce anything it passes through to ash, and its Bankai's temperature is like the core of the sun.
Summary: Possesses "absolute destructive power"!
"Ryūjin Jakka."
Reynold pronounced its name, syllable by syllable.
His gaze was even more fervent.
What Sure-Shot Bow, what diro's tooth cleaver.
All of them vanished from his mind at this moment.
Reynold caressed the deep purple hilted, oval tsuba katana with adoration.
He never expected the system to reward such a divine weapon.
With Ryūjin Jakka, what was there to fear from Imu?
This was completely a 'dimension-reducing attack' squared.
"This farce should come to an end."
Reynold gently caressed the katana's blade, a dangerous glint flashing in his eyes.
If he had previously been somewhat apprehensive of Imu, now...
He was already impatient to kill his way to the Holy Land.
Buruburu.
Buruburu.
While Reynold was still immersed in the joy of receiving his rewards.
The den den mushi in his arms suddenly rang.
After Reynold answered, Morgans' anxious voice immediately came from the other end.
"Lord Reynold, something terrible has happened."
Reynold put Ryūjin Jakka into his system warehouse and asked in a deep voice, "What is it?"
Morgans continued:
"Lord, just now, the Marine released a piece of news."
"In five days, Admiral candidate Momousagi, along with Hibari and Kujaku, will go to Beehive Island."
"They said... they said..."
"Said what??" Reynold asked with a frown.
"They said, if you have the guts, go to Beehive Island."
Morgans said, trembling with fear.
"Momousagi, Hibari, Kujaku."
Reynold murmured softly.
The only three plot-relevant beauties left in the Marine actually gathered all at once.
Is the World Government using him as bait?
"Lord Reynor, what… what are you planning to do??"
Morgans' voice began to stammer.
As a journalist, he could naturally smell danger in this news report.
He also understood that this was a trap set by the Marine and the World Government.
He knew Reynor could see it too.
But from what he knew of Reynor, the other party wouldn't remain indifferent.
"Lord Reynor, Lord Reynor."
Morgans' voice came again.
"Wait for my news."
Blurp blurp.
Blurp blurp.
Reynor said casually, then unilaterally hung up the den den mushi.
"Beehive Island."
Reynor fell into deep thought.
If he remembered correctly, Beehive Island used to be Rocks' lair.
Since the Rocks Pirates fell apart, this place has been occupied by Wang Zhi for a long time.
It was known as the "Pirates' Paradise" and was the birthplace of pirate games.
It made sense.
The World Government wanted to wage a major war against him, so naturally, it couldn't be on their territory.
Otherwise, the mere aftermath of the battle would be enough to destroy several Naval Headquarters.
As a Pirate Crew's den, Beehive Island, no matter how many people died or if it was completely destroyed, the World Government wouldn't feel any heartache.
However, did they really think they could take him down?
Reynor was very disdainful.
All fear stems from insufficient firepower.
For him, who possessed the Essence of the Devil, Haki Domain, and Ryūjin Jakka, all the World Government's schemes and tricks were just child's play.
Since the other party was so eager to die, he was certainly willing to grant these guys their wish.
"Five days, huh??"
Reynor shook his head.
He was the active party now, and the World Government was the passive party.
When did it become their turn to decide the rules of the game?
Since it was the final battle, he had to bring all the girls to the Holy Land and make a grand appearance.
As of now, besides Imu and the three Marine women, he still hadn't subdued the following girls:
"East Army" Commander Betty.
Shanks' daughter Uta.
Besides them, there were also some characters with not much screentime in the original work.
East Blue Arc.
Sweet Queen of Clockwork Island.
The cute loli Apis.
Grand Line Arc.
The beautiful doctor Kobato of Marine G8 Fortress.
Porche, the navigator and cheerleading captain of the Foxy Pirates.
And the Celestial Dragons Shalria. (Saint Charloss's older sister, quite beautiful.)
Finally, there was Kuina, who had already passed away and bore a striking resemblance to Tashigi.
A total of twelve people!
(You don't know until you count; once you count, you're shocked—there are still so many.)
Reynor fell into deep thought.
In his mind, graceful figures flashed like a slideshow.
Finally, a beautiful figure completely froze.
"Uta."
He murmured softly, his eyes gradually brightening.
Two days later.
A newspaper swept across the entire New World and Grand Line almost like a storm.
It was even rapidly spreading towards the Four Seas.
There was only one piece of content.
The World Government declares war on Reynor!
When people saw this news, they were all shocked speechless.
After a brief moment of astonishment, countless citizens erupted in gasps of surprise.
Under the subtle influence of the World Government, most citizens believed that the Marine represented justice, and Pirate Crew represented evil.
Reynor, even more so, was the evil of all evil.
After the Totto Land battle, he had remained silent, causing widespread panic among the populace, who lived in daily fear.
They were afraid that they would be the next ones affected.
The World Government actively challenging Reynor to battle was naturally something they were happy to see.
Now it remained to be seen if Reynor dared to accept the challenge.
New World, an unnamed island.
"Boss, what are you planning to do??"
Yasopp wiped his beloved gun, asking casually.
The atmosphere of the entire Red Hair Pirates was slightly heavy.
Shanks slightly raised his eyes and said in a deep voice, "Of course, I'm going to meet Reynor."
His tone was filled with coldness.
Yesterday, he had already received news from the Five Elders.
He learned that his brother Shamrock had died at Reynor's hands.
Even if the two of them didn't get along, the same blood flowed in their bodies.
He could not remain indifferent to Shamrock's death.
Moreover.
Reynor's series of actions since going to sea had almost touched his bottom line.
Since the World Government decided to publicly declare war on Reynor, he might as well take this opportunity to confront Reynor.
Seeing Shanks's resolve, everyone stopped saying anything more.
Although they usually bickered and played around, once Shanks became serious, his will was the will of the entire Red Hair Pirates.
"Still no news of Kaido??"
After a long silence, Shanks changed the subject and asked.
Since Whitebeard and Big Mom successively died, the Whitebeard Pirates and Big Mom Pirates faded from the scene, successively withdrawing from their positions as Yonko Pirate Crew.
As of now, there were only two Emperors left on the sea.
Kaido and Shanks.
The strange thing was that during this time, Kaido seemed to have vanished into thin air, with no news of him whatsoever.
This did not fit his high-profile personality.
Beside him, Benn Beckman, who had been smoking, slowly looked up.
His deep eyes were filled with solemnity.
"We haven't found any trace of Kaido yet, but the people we sent out reported that two new islands have appeared near Wano Country."
"Two new islands?"
Shanks was slightly surprised.
With Kaido's Devil Fruit Ability, achieving this was not difficult.
He just couldn't understand why.
"Have you sent people to investigate??" he continued to press.
Benn Beckman shook his head and said, "Within several miles of those two islands, there are Beasts Pirates stationed, and our people can't get in."
"Is that so?"
"Forget it."
Unable to figure out the reason, Shanks no longer dwelled on it.
The most urgent matter at hand was still Reynor.
Revolutionary Army Headquarters.
Baltigo, the Land of White Soil.
On this island, filled with countless winds, numerous buildings stood in various forms.
Countless Revolutionary Army soldiers moved back and forth within them.
Inside the conference room.
Many Revolutionary Army cadres gathered together.
Revolutionary Army Leader Monkey D. Dragon.
Chief of Staff Sabo.
"East Army" Commander Betty.
Vice-Commander Ahiru.
Former Whitebeard Pirates 1st Division Commander Phoenix Marco.
3rd Division Commander Diamond Jozu and 5th Division Commander Flower Sword Vista.
As for the other three Revolutionary Army commanders, they were all out on missions.
The reason they gathered here today was all because of Reynor.
"Great, the World Government is already impatient to make a move against Reynor."
Marco punched the table, unable to hide his joy.
Whitebeard's death had always been a thorn in his heart.
Reno, Sakazuki, and Blackbeard Teach were all the culprits who killed our Old Man.
He wouldn't let any of them go.
However, he also knew that it would be difficult to go head-to-head with Reno.
But now, they could take advantage of the situation and reap the benefits.
"Mr. Dragon, this is an opportunity not to be missed, it won't come again! Give the order!"
Sabo asked for instructions with burning eyes.
Whitebeard's death was a pain in the hearts of Marco and the other two.
The death of his brother Luffy, how could it not be a pain in his own heart!
After enduring for so long, they finally got their chance.
Dragon squinted, silent.
He was weighing the pros and cons.
Although he carried a deep-seated hatred, as the leader of the revolutionaries, he had to remain rational and not act impulsively.
No one knew better than him how terrifying the World Government was.
If they really used certain powers, Reno would absolutely not be able to resist.
Recalling Reno's strangeness, he frowned again.
"Mr. Dragon, don't hesitate!"
"Leader, give the order!"
"Mr. Dragon!"
""
The urging voices of Sabo and others sounded in his ears again.
Dragon slowly raised his eyes, meeting the gaze of the revenge-driven crowd.
"Good!"
He finally made up his mind.
"I know you want to kill Reno, but the World Government's involvement is no small matter."
"We'll stay in the shadows first and wait for them to fight until both are severely wounded."
"If the World Government wins, we'll retreat immediately. If they can't defeat Reno, we'll seize the opportunity to strike."
He said in an unquestionable tone.
"Understood!"
"Yes!"
Everyone nodded in agreement.
With such a strong enforcer like the World Government, it would be foolish not to use them.
After discussion,
those heading to Hachinosu Island were:
Dragon, Sabo, Marco, Vista, Jozu, and Betty.
The first five need no further explanation.
Each of them had a deep-seated hatred for Reno.
As for Betty, it was both for plot necessity.
and because of her special Devil Fruit Ability.
Paramecia type - Encourage-Encourage Fruit.
It can inspire people to unleash their potential power.
Suitable for everyone.
Dragon was prepared for the worst.
In case of an unexpected situation, with Betty there, the five of them could unleash their strongest combat power.
In the New World, on a calm sea.
A large Pirate Crew was slowly sailing on the sea.
On the deck were several strangely shaped, unknown creatures.
The leader was a rugged-looking middle-aged man with thick body hair and a few missing teeth in his mouth.
"Zehahahahaha! I, Blackbeard, am back!"
Blackbeard spread his arms, greedily inhaling the air of the New World.
Since he and his men had scurried away from here last time, he swore that one day he would return.
Today, he finally did it.
During his time away from the New World, he searched everywhere for Devil Fruit.
Now,
First Ship Captain and Helmsman.
"Champion" Jesus Burgess, a Paramecia-type Strength-Strength Fruit user.
Second Ship Captain.
"Supersonic" Van Auger, a Paramecia-type Teleportation Devil Fruit user.
Third Ship Captain.
"Demon Sheriff" Lafitte. (Currently unknown, once grew white wings on his back.)
Fourth Ship Captain.
"Crescent Moon Hunter" Catarina Demei, a Zoan-type Dog-Dog Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Nine-Tailed Fox form.
Fifth Ship Captain.
"San Juan Wolf" San Juan Wolf, a Paramecia-type Huge-Huge Fruit user.
Sixth Ship Captain.
"The Big Barrel" Vasco Shot, a Paramecia-type Sake-Sake Fruit user.
Seventh Ship Captain and ship's doctor.
"Death God" Doc Q, a Paramecia-type Sickness-Sickness Fruit user.
Stronger: Doc Q's beloved horse.
Zoan-type Horse-Horse Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Pegasus form.
He fed that sickly horse Mythical Zoan.
That's how overbearing, that's how willful he was.
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