One Piece: Winged Dragon of the Beasts Pirates

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More importantly, the average strength of fish-men is ten times that of humans, and the people Tiger brought here were all elite members of the Sun Pirates, with considerable strength and stamina, so climbing was not as difficult as imagined.

Even before the sun had completely sunk below the horizon, Tiger had already climbed to the top of the cliff under the glow of the setting sun.

"Brother Tai, this country is very big. Where should we start our search?"

The one speaking was Jinbe, the man who climbed the cliff faster than Tiger, and truly the strongest guy on Fishman Island.

Tiger simply looked ahead in surprise.

He thought that beyond the cliff lay the mainland of Wano Country, but instead he saw an ocean, an inland sea surrounding the land.

This country—

He frowned.

As far as Otohime said, the geographical environment is indeed very suitable for the fish-people's life.

"First, find someone to find out where our compatriots are."

Tiger said, "Land first, and start the operation after dark. Be careful not to expose yourself."

If their whereabouts are exposed, they will face the Beasts Pirates, who have taken over the country.

Although Tiger had accomplished something unprecedented in Mary Geoise, he did not want to fight one of the world's strongest pirate crews, as that would be a catastrophic disaster for his comrades who followed him.

"Ah."

Jinbe nodded solemnly.

After everyone had climbed ashore, they quietly slipped into the inner sea and didn't come ashore until it got dark.

To the fish-men's surprise, there were actually buildings beneath this inland sea!

It's as if this inland sea didn't exist from the beginning, but later submerged a large number of buildings in Wano Country.

"Speaking of it,"

Upon reaching the shore, Jinbe remarked, "It seems we often see ancient ruins on the seabed around certain islands, don't we? Could it be that a great flood once occurred in this world, submerging vast amounts of land?"

"That kind of thing is fine anyway,"

Arlong, the third-ranking member of the Sun Pirates, looked eagerly at Tiger, whom he admired most, and said, "Big Brother, let's start our operation!"

He couldn't wait any longer; this time he was completely replicating his elder brother's great achievements!

Tiger nodded slightly, looking at the still dimly lit forest ahead under the moonlight. "Let's go, let's find someone to ask for directions first!"

The group quietly slipped into the dense forest and continued forward under the cover of night.

But for some reason, this quiet forest always gave Tiger a strange feeling.

Jinbe said somewhat anxiously, "Brother Tai, I feel like someone is watching us."

Tiger also looked serious, and it was only when Jinbe mentioned it that he realized it was indeed as if he were being watched.

"Spread out and search the surroundings."

So the fishmen scattered and carefully searched the surrounding dense forest.

But they still came up empty-handed.

"Is it my imagination?"

Jinbe frowned suspiciously, but the feeling of being spied on was still like a leech, making him feel uneasy.

"Let's get out of this forest as soon as possible."

Fisher Tiger also felt uneasy, so he said.

The group sped up and soon passed through the forest. Before them lay a vast expanse of farmland, which seemed to stretch endlessly under the moonlight.

Tiger remained silent for a moment.

This is land.

This is a sight you'll never see on Fishman Island. In the underwater world of Fishman Island, agriculture is impossible; all the fishmen and mermaids can grow are some seafood products.

"Brother Tai! What's that?!"

Jinbe suddenly let out a low cry.

Tiger followed his gaze.

Then I saw a mountain range shrouded in the darkness of night.

No, that doesn't seem to be a mountain range, but rather a cluster of towering buildings.

"That's... a factory?"

Tiger hesitated.

A factory of this size?

The lights were still on, and it seemed like they were still working on it.

Next to that factory was a town, which was now brightly lit, as if its nightlife was just beginning.

"Looks like we're really lucky, Brother Tai,"

Jinbe smiled and said, "That way we can ask people for directions."

Tiger nodded in agreement. "Then let's go ask someone. Be careful not to get caught."

So, under the cover of night, the group quietly sneaked towards that town.

But what they didn't know was that earlier, when they had just landed...

On Ghost Island, Ian called Drake and Jack over.

"Intruder?"

Jack was stunned for a moment, then flew into a rage, "They're asking for death! How dare they invade Wano Country! Brother Ian, I'm going to wipe them out right now!"

"Don't worry,"

Ian waved his hand, "They were discovered by the Tontatta tribe as soon as they landed. They're currently moving through the forests of Jiuli. Judging from their route, they're heading towards the Jiuli factory. There are wild beasts waiting for them there, so they shouldn't cause any trouble."

"but,"

He grinned. "Now is the perfect time to test your team."

"Leave it to us, Lord Ian!"

Drake said solemnly.

Finally, his moment to show his skills has arrived!

In the Jiuli region, Tiger and his group, completely unaware that their whereabouts had been exposed, were gradually approaching the town.

But suddenly.

boom!

A beam of light shone down, instantly illuminating a corner of the previously dark plain and revealing the figures of Tiger and the others.

"what?"

Tiger was shocked.

Exposed?

But why?

We didn't encounter anyone along the way!

But from the darkness came a booming voice: "You reckless intruders, where do you think you are to act so arrogantly?"

"Brother Tai!"

Jinbe exclaimed in surprise.

Done!

The worst has happened!

Now we're really going to have to face the Beasts Pirates head-on!

Tiger didn't speak; he simply looked ahead, facing the bright light shining from afar.

In the darkness, a group of people are approaching.

Behind this group of people, something enormous is following.

"Big Brother!"

Ah Long drew his serrated broadsword, his tone quite impassioned, "If we kill these guys, we'll be able to find out the whereabouts of our compatriots from them!"

Tiger gritted his teeth slightly.

There's no other way now.

"Ready to fight!"

He shouted.

but.

Not far away, approaching are the Beasts Pirates stationed here.

They looked at the Fishman Pirates, who were already prepared for battle, and couldn't help but sneer, "They're courting death."

The pirates turned around and looked at the enormous creature behind them.

"It's your turn to step in! Let these idiots see the power of the Beasts Pirates!"

"Roar!!"

With a deafening roar, the colossal creature lunged forward, charging like a cannonball towards the Sun Pirates not far away.

The earth was shaking, and the wind was howling.