One Piece: The user of the Nen-Nen Fruit, who overturned the sea.

He still vividly remembers the battle on Thor's Island two years ago—

Being severely injured by a group of young men and forced to flee in a sorry state was a disgrace for Shiki the Golden Lion.

And now, that young man who was leading the group has actually appeared here?

"Da da da..."

The sound of footsteps echoed in the vast, empty hell.

It was very light, but exceptionally clear in the quiet environment.

Roy's figure slowly emerged from the darkness. He withdrew his mental invisibility, revealing his true appearance.

When the prisoners realized that the newcomer was just a young man who looked to be no more than twenty years old...

At first, they were stunned, and then various sounds erupted.

"Kid! Let me out!"

"Take me away from here! I can give you everything you want! Treasure! Power! Women!"

"I'm a notorious pirate with a bounty of 500 million! If you release me, I swear my loyalty to you!"

"You brat! Didn't you hear me! Let me out!"

The prisoners pounded on the cell bars, making various threats, offers, and even pleas.

They were imprisoned in this dark and endless hell for years or even decades.

Any glimmer of hope of leaving would drive them mad.

Roy stopped and looked around at the surrounding cells.

His eyes were calm and expressionless, as if he were looking at a group of ants.

Then, he raised his head slightly.

Om-!

The terrifying Conqueror's Haki erupted like a tsunami, instantly engulfing the entire Infinite Hell!

The black and red lightning crackled and popped on the walls and ground, kicking up plumes of dust.

Dark red arcs of electricity appeared in the air, and fine cracks began to appear on the walls and floor.

The prison bars groaned under the weight of the weight.

The prisoners who were still shouting froze instantly, as if an invisible hand had gripped their throats.

Some of the weaker ones simply rolled their eyes and fainted.

Even those notorious pirates who once had bounties of hundreds of millions were now pale-faced, trembling all over, and unable to even stand steadily.

They stared at the young man in horror, their eyes filled with disbelief.

How could such a powerful level of Conqueror's Haki come from such a young brat?!

"Quiet."

Roy uttered two words softly, his voice not loud, but they rang clearly in everyone's ears.

Then he withdrew his Conqueror's Haki and continued deeper into the area.

This time, no one dared to speak up.

The prisoners could only watch helplessly as the terrifying black-haired young man walked by, their hearts filled with endless fear and... a sliver of hope.

Roy arrived at the deepest part of the Infinite Hell.

There are only three cells here.

On the left was the Golden Lion, in the middle was Roger, and on the right... was an empty cell.

Roy's gaze first fell on Roger.

The former Pirate King looks somewhat haggard now.

But his eyes remained bright, and he wore his signature smile.

"Hey, Roy kid."

Roger greeted him with a smile, as if the two had merely bumped into each other at the tavern.

"I never expected to see you here."

Roy sat cross-legged in front of Roger's cell, took the wine jug from his waist, and casually tossed it over.

"Try this, it's wine from your hometown."

Roger caught the flask, uncorked it, and took a sniff. A hint of nostalgia flashed in his eyes.

"Oh? This aroma... was it bought in Loguetown? I haven't had it in a long time."

He tilted his head back and took a big gulp, exhaling a satisfied breath: "Good wine!"

Golden Lion stared intently at Roy from the cell next door, his eyes so fierce it seemed he wanted to devour him alive.

"You brat... how dare you show your face in front of me..."

Roy glanced at him, his tone flat.

"What, haven't you had enough of being beaten at Marine Headquarters yet?"

Do you need me to help you recall what Garp's punch felt like?

"You—!" The golden lion roared in fury, the chains binding him rattling loudly.

He wanted to rush over, but the sea stone shackles on his feet restricted his movements and suppressed his Devil Fruit ability.

"Alright, Shiki."

Roger spoke up, saying, "Now is not the time to argue."

"Roy came to see me!"

The golden lion snorted coldly, but then fell silent.

Roy then turned his gaze back to Roger and got straight to the point.

"Roger, I saw Rayleigh in Sabaody Archipelago."

Roger's eyes flickered slightly: "Really... How's that guy?"

"I'm living quite comfortably, eating and drinking for free at a bar."

Roy paused, looking directly into Roger's eyes.

"I asked him what he saw in Ravdru, but he wouldn't tell me, so he told me to ask you instead."

Roger was silent for a few seconds, then laughed.

"Rayleigh is still so inflexible."

"so what?"

Roy pressed on,

What exactly did you discover on the final island?

You promised me that once you found Laugh Tale, you would share that secret with me.

Roger's expression suddenly became somewhat strange.

He touched his chin, his eyes began to wander, and the corners of his mouth twisted unnaturally.

"Ah... that... Laugh Tale is actually... nothing special."

It's just an ordinary island, with some ancient ruins and some...

His voice grew softer and softer, and his expression became increasingly unnatural.

Roy couldn't help but laugh when he saw him like that.

"Hey, Roger."

Roy interrupted him.

Do you know how obvious your expression is when you lie?

Anyone can tell you're lying.

Roger froze, then awkwardly scratched the back of his head.

"Really... Haha... You saw right through me."

He dropped his joking expression and became serious.

"Roy, Laugh Tale does indeed hold the most important secret in the world."

But that secret... I can't tell you.

"Why?" Roy frowned.

"Because some things can only be truly understood by seeing them with your own eyes."

Roger's eyes deepened.

"Moreover... that secret is too heavy; those who know it are destined to bear a certain responsibility."

I choose to bear it in my own way, while you... should have your own path to choose.

Roy stared at Roger for a long time before finally nodding.

"I see."

He didn't press the matter, because he knew Roger was telling the truth.

Some secrets truly require personal exploration to fully understand their meaning.

Roy stood up and dusted himself off.

Before leaving, he remembered something.

"Roger, is there anything else I can help you with?"

Roger paused for a moment, then a complex light flashed in his eyes.

He hesitated for a moment, but finally spoke.

"I have a wife on the island of Battilla in the South China Sea. Her name is Portgas D. Rouge."

Roy's eyes narrowed slightly—just as in the original story.

"I've already asked Garp to take care of her, but..."

Roger smiled wryly.

"You know Garp's personality, he's careless."

If you have time and can, could you please look after her for me, and... our child?

Roy was silent for a few seconds, then nodded solemnly:

"I see."

"Thank you." Roger gave a genuine smile.