One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 214 "Justice" in Blood

Several new islands have appeared in the Calm Belt near Hoenn Fortress, including New May Island, Hoenn Research Institute, and Weather Development Bureau.

The fortress construction had just been completed, and under the foreman's imposing and spirited leadership, the laborers quickly moved to a new battlefield.

This perfectly illustrates that as long as you're willing to work, there's always work to be done.

The existence of the Gold Route provided Groudon Corporation with ample funds and resources for its engineering construction, and also enabled Groudon Corporation to gradually upgrade into a super empire.

At the port, the Groudon raises its sails.

Hancock arrived on the ship with bandages wrapped around her body, and even her high nose bridge was covered with a band-aid, but it couldn't hide her stunning beauty in the slightest.

The scars on her body, ironically, added a unique charm to her.

"I wish to go with you!"

"it is good!"

Goode agreed.

They're so pleasing to the eye, I couldn't bear to refuse them!

"Lady Snake Princess, have a safe journey!"

The warriors of Kuja wept on the spot, waving goodbye on the shore. Their Snake Queen had been completely taken away by a man.

"set off!"

Beihai, the main base of the Northern Army of the Revolutionary Army.

The Kingdom of Runes.

It is also known as the "Land of Knights".

This place was once a constituent republic. The king, like most royal families, was cruel and inhumane. Later, the violent rule of the royal family was overthrown by the revolutionary army, and the new king was the Grand Knight who led the revolution.

In gratitude to the revolutionary army and also to protect the country, the new king requested that the revolutionary army relocate its headquarters to the Kingdom of Rune.

Although it's called the headquarters, it's actually just a small outpost outside the capital. After all, the revolutionary army doesn't have many people, so the more hidden it is, the better.

With bandages wrapped around his forehead, Sabo returned to the base alone.

Seeing this, Kella became angry.

"Sabo, you went to fight that dinosaur woman again?"

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Sabo covered his head.

Since the situation in Beihai deteriorated and the revolution of the Northern Army was severely impacted, he brought some cadres to provide support.

After finally stabilizing the situation, the Beasts suddenly launched an attack on non-member states, with the Kingdom of Rune being their primary target.

Faced with the overwhelming force of the beasts, defeating the enemy general was his proposed strategy; however, the dinosaur girl was quite troublesome.

They faced off several times without a clear winner.

Seeing Sabo remain silent, Kella's mood worsened: "I've told you so many times, don't act recklessly on your own. Who do you think the enemy is this time?!"

"Of course I know!"

Sabo's eyes were filled with gloom.

It was precisely because he knew how strong the enemy was that he was anxious; there were many strong enemies like the Dinosaur Girl among them!
"We don't have any spare troops!"

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Kerla was speechless.

The troops that came to provide support this time numbered only a few dozen, a drop in the ocean in the face of a war at the kingdom level.

To win, we must defeat the enemy's officers.

But that's easier said than done.

"Sabo, the port has fallen."

"."

Sabo was taken aback by what he heard, and slammed his fist against the wall.

"hateful!"

Port, Mushroom Town.

At the entrance to the town, the flags of Beasts and Hoenn were hung, and a temporary camp for Beasts was set up on the outskirts of the town.

Runti was furious.

"That despicable revolutionary soldier, I must kill him!"

"Sis, the other party is the second-in-command of the Revolutionary Army. He's not so easy to deal with, but if it were me, it wouldn't be a problem."

Paget Vaughan crossed his arms aloofly.

Useless older sister!
"what?!"

Runti raised her eyebrows and instantly transformed into a female tyrant, grabbing Page One's head and slamming it hard onto the ground!
"boom!"

The floor tiles were all smashed.

"You scoundrel, how dare you look down on your sister!"

"Yame!" Page Van was dizzy from being hit.

"I'm here to support you!"

"No, I don't need that!"

After arguing for a while, the siblings finally quieted down.

Page Van, his face covered in scrapes, asked in bewilderment.

"Sis, how's the battle going here?"

"That's terrible."

Runti gritted her teeth.

The Kingdom of Rune has a permanent population of over two million, making it a truly large country, with a total military force of nearly one hundred thousand.

She only had less than two thousand soldiers.

If they clash head-on, she'll definitely be the one who suffers.

She planned to use a decapitation strike to quickly capture the palace, and things were going smoothly until she was thwarted by the revolutionary army.

As she spoke, Runti gave a sly smile.

"However, I've already asked Ko-chan to come and help me."

"."

Page Van was speechless.

What's so great about that!
The non-member states under his jurisdiction had already planted the banner of the beasts in the palace and did not need any support from others.

"Lord Runti!"

Just as the two were discussing the battle situation, their subordinates rushed over in a panic.

"Lord Goode has arrived!"

"Ku-chan!"

The Groudon docks at the shore.

"This island is quite large!"

Goode stepped onto the ground, his senses spreading throughout the entire island.

It is several times larger than a typical island.

For a nation to become strong, a vast territory is an essential condition, as it is necessary to support a larger population.

The island before him was the North Sea Labor Country he had set his sights on. It was geographically central and had a very good living environment, making it one of the best among the non-member states of the North Sea.

It has great development potential!

"Ku-chan!"

The girl swooped in like a missile.

Goode's eyes narrowed, and he reached out and pressed his palm against the girl's head. With the powerful impact, her feet were embedded directly into the ground.

"Xiao Run, don't keep bumping into me!"

"Gu-chan, I miss you so much!"

Runti pounced on Goode, clinging to him like a koala.

I won't let go no matter what.

Goode remained silent and stopped blaming him.

The obvious act of favoritism caused a certain empress behind him to glare with envy, jealousy, and hatred.

"Let's go."

Goode headed towards Mushroom Town.

Just like its name suggests, the town is abundant in mushrooms. Various kinds of mushrooms can be seen everywhere, even on the surface of the houses, and they are all edible varieties.

Runti sat on Gude's shoulders and introduced in a good mood: "Gu-chan, the mushrooms here are very delicious, you must try them!"

"Really? I'm looking forward to it."

Goode smiled and nodded, observing the residents.

For this expedition, he did not send the forces of the Hundred Beasts, but relied on the forces assembled within the Hoenn Fortress.

The Giants, Mink Tribe, Kuja, and Labor Force, among others, have already established a considerable military force and are moving towards formalization.

You could say it's the Hoenn government!
As a result, his army's destruction of the area was greatly reduced, and judging from the reactions of the town's residents, the resistance was not very strong.

Of course, the fear will not disappear.

His army established many rules, but they were all for the purpose of improving cohesion and combat effectiveness. If the people did not resist, they would live in peace, but if they did resist, they would be met with bloody suppression.

He didn't want to be as idealistic as the Revolutionary Army, trying to lead the common people in a revolution, even though the Hoenn government needed a "just" aspect to reassure the people.

That too is "justice" in blood!
In chaotic times, harsh measures are necessary; efficiency is paramount!

Let's save our mercy for later.

Being a tyrant is more in line with his path!
(End of this chapter)