Rocks Band: I have 48 Imperial Arms.

"If we don't make our gains bigger, we might actually lose to that guy!"

Locke gave a wicked smile, a hint of self-deprecating mockery in his expression.

He wasn't joking...

after all!

Kaido, that guy, is the one who found his heart's desire during the God Valley battle with a Zoan-type Devil Fruit.

From then on, he soared to new heights, fully activating the foundation he had built up before, embarking on a path of unparalleled dominance, ascending to the top of the world, and becoming a force that no one could ignore.

Zoan type, Fish-Fish Fruit, Mythical Zoan type, Azure Dragon form!

It can transform into a dragon, possessing the power to control fire, wind, thunder, and clouds, becoming the mythical Azure Dragon, capable of unleashing massive attacks that cause cataclysmic changes in the heavens and earth, and also possessing the top-tier ability to fly.

Among all the Devil Fruits, it is a top-tier existence, arguably the strongest of the Zoan type.

Combined with his exaggerated physique, the effect of the fruit was amplified to a certain extent.

In terms of value, a few ordinary Devil Fruits might not even be comparable to the harvest Kaido gained from this one.

I just don’t know…

Will the original plot just go completely off track and run wild after he appears?

"But not losing?"

"Even if Kaido manages to get this Devil Fruit, I will never lose to him!"

From the moment the decision was made to officially step into the limelight.

Locke would never allow himself to fail, not even once, to his contemporaries.

This is absolutely! Absolutely! There is absolutely no doubt about it.

"victory--"

"It belongs only to me!"

Locke's arrogant face was filled with an undeniable determination.

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Tatata!

Walking on the ruins, everywhere is a wasteland ravaged by war. Pirates have poured in and destroyed it thoroughly. Smoke and flames have turned the once magnificent palace into a white wasteland.

"Your Highness! There's a perfectly intact spot over here!"

Najendan's voice rang out from the side, startling the others.

In the battle with Snow.

Since the Teigu users had already revealed their identities, continuing to hide them was pointless. Locke, of course, would no longer hide them away, so he released them directly, allowing everyone to spread out and search the area.

and!

By releasing everyone, they can be ready to fight at any time and deal with possible sneak attacks.

after all!

Having killed Admiral Black Cloud and sounded the first death bell for a King-level powerhouse, he would definitely become a thorn in the side of the Navy and the World Government's high command. Given their personalities, it's hard to say they wouldn't deliberately target him.

The 'Takamagahara Mikoto' who searches for things in her ahoge loli form has the ability of Tsukuyomi, so her search skills are obviously very strong, second only to the sensory type of Imperial Arms.

They quickly found clues and shouted for people to come over.

"There's something good!"

Locke's eyes lit up as he looked at the palace, which, though ravaged by war, was still largely intact.

Compared to ruins burned to the ground after being looted by pirates, the probability and quantity of treasures hidden in such intact palaces are significantly higher. It's like searching for something in a trash can versus breaking into someone's house and looting—which is much easier to find treasure? It goes without saying, right?

but……

Compared to the vast treasures, the dangers they conceal are, of course, incomparable.

Under the plunder and search by pirates.

The reason why a palace can remain safe is either because it is too remote and has not been discovered by the swarms of pirates, or because the guards are strong and have repelled several attacks. The tough nut to crack has been deliberately let go.

After all, this place is full of treasures, there's no need to risk your life fighting!

but……

Would Locke be afraid of these things?

The result is, of course, beyond doubt.

"on!"

A single word expressed Locke's unwavering belief.

The group stormed in aggressively.

"who--"

"It's...it's Rock! Rock from the Rocks Pirates! That monster is coming!!"

(chag) "What?! It's that vicious monster who killed General Black Cloud?!"

"How...how is this possible! How could he be here?"

……

A group of people glared and shouted angrily.

I originally thought it was just another wave of reckless pirates coming, trying to show off my strength, kill them all, and use their corpses as a warning to the next wave of pirates.

After seeing the figure of the person who came.

They were instantly terrified, their souls nearly leaving their bodies.

His eyes were so wide they looked like they were about to explode.

Fear...

Fear...

Horrifying...

Various negative emotions surfaced on their faces and in their hearts, and their whole bodies were trembling. Forget about taking forceful action to show their authority, dealing with the intruders, or hanging their corpses at the door as a warning.

Even when speaking in private, he couldn't help but tremble.

I wish I could just swallow all my previous 'delusions' whole.

Faced with the ruthless and terrifying person before them, they were all at a loss.

In the garrison.

The strongest among them was a member of the CP organization within the World Government, whose strength had reached the level of a quasi-admiral.

Locke had personally killed General Black Cloud; he wouldn't dare use his head to compete with Locke in terms of fist strength.

Even he, the strongest among them, felt uneasy.

Not to mention others.

"What should we do? Should we go in?"

"Go? What are you talking about? Are you crazy? That guy even killed General Black Cloud with his own hands!"

"That's right! That's right! Look at his ferocious face, his hands are stained with who knows how much blood!"

"I...I dare not go! You guys go! This is just suicide!"

"But! If I desert, I'll definitely be killed!"

"The Chief Commander will never let us go. Under the organization's pursuit, we will only suffer a more miserable death."

Gulu~

Gulu~

Just as they were hesitating and struggling with their inner turmoil.

Next to it was a Den Den Mushi (snail phone) for emergency communication.

It rang urgently.

"Everyone! If you encounter the ferocious beast Locke, unless absolutely necessary, prioritize your own safety, abandon your assigned area, and rendezvous at the next stronghold!"

"Repeat! Everyone! If you encounter the ferocious beast Locke, you may retreat unconditionally!! You will not be considered a deserter!!!"

An exasperated voice came from the Den Den Mushi.

It was a war order that only the highest levels of the World Government were qualified to issue.

Jingle Bell--

The Den Den Mushi's voice automatically disconnects.

A group of people were left behind, their faces filled with shock and disbelief.

As members of the CP organization, directly under the Five Elders of the World Government, they were even more aware of the World Government's power and its consistently domineering style.

Locke!