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

Aokiji leaned against the window, gazing at the gloomy sea outside.

"Moreover, Beehive Island's defense system has been built up over many years and is as solid as a rock."

A direct assault would result in very heavy losses.

Lieutenant General Tsuru adjusted his glasses.

"The bounty must be significantly increased. This is not only a reassessment of their strength,

It also demonstrates the attitude of the Navy and the government to the world, while... continuing to "praise to death".

To portray the Roy Pirates as the most dazzling, and also the most dangerous, target of this era.

Attracting the attention of all ambitious individuals can also, to some extent, sow discord between them and other forces.

Zhan Guo closed his eyes, took a few deep breaths, and forced himself to calm down.

He knew that Tsuru was right. The navy was facing pressure from multiple sides (the new world order had been established, and the revolutionary army was active), so it was indeed not advisable to launch a full-scale expedition immediately.

"A new bounty has been issued!"

Zhan Guo suddenly opened his eyes, his voice resolute and filled with boundless rage.

"Roy, bounty 25 billion Berries! Dead or alive!"

"Douglas Barrett, bounty 18 billion Berries!"

"Djokovic Mihawk, bounty 16 billion Berries!"

"Gilde Tezzolo, bounty 15 billion Berries!"

"Fischer Tiger, bounty 8 million Berries! Most wanted!"

"The bounties for all other core personnel have been significantly increased!"

A series of astonishingly high bounties were rapidly announced from Naval Headquarters.

The total bounty on the Roy Pirates and their affiliated forces reached an unprecedented astronomical figure, shaking the entire Grand Line!

Beehive Island, the main island palace.

Roy placed a stack of new bounty posters on the table, his expression calm.

Barrett grinned as he held his $18 billion bounty on his head.

Hawkeye glanced at the figure of 16 billion and raised an eyebrow slightly.

Tezzolo, meanwhile, was painfully calculating how many Berries he would lose if he were arrested after the bounty increased.

"25 billion...you really think highly of me."

Roy chuckled and casually pushed the bounty poster aside.

Before him lay the list of spoils from the operation:

There are a total of 8 Devil Fruits, including 2 suspected Mythical Zoan types, 4 Paramecia types, and 2 Ancient Zoan types.

As for the natural system, there isn't a single one.

These were what Roy had left over; it must be said, the Celestial Dragons' collection was truly extraordinary.

Roy had already struggled for a long time when choosing between the Devil Fruits for Shiki and Kaido.

If it weren't for the fact that they had put in a tremendous amount of effort in this operation, Roy would have wanted to keep all the Devil Fruits.

The remaining four are renowned swords, including "Onikiri," "Masamune," and two other excellent swords ranked among the top fifty fine crafts.

Various types of gold, jewelry, rare metals, cash, etc., totaling over 100 billion peggs!

The harvest was far more abundant than expected.

"How's Tiger's situation going?" Roy asked Bear, who was in charge of the matter.

"A temporary base has been designated and basic supplies have been provided."

"Mr. Tiger is reining in the team and is in a stable mood, but he is still heavy-hearted about the fallen compatriots and the road ahead," Xiong replied gently.

Roy nodded: "I'll do my best to help."

The Sun Pirates will be our important allies.

Roy looked at Crocodile,

"The intelligence network must operate at full capacity, focusing on the next moves of the Navy and the World Government, especially CP0 and... the Knights of God."

Old Sha exhaled a smoke ring and sneered.

"Don't worry, I can already smell the storm."

The World Government has suffered such a huge embarrassment; it can't be as simple as just raising the bounty.

As if to prove his words, a few days later,

A highly encrypted intelligence report was transmitted back to Beehive Island via Crocodile's newly established covert route.

Intelligence indicates that CP0 has been unusually active since the Mary Geoise attack, with a large number of agents being recalled, seemingly preparing for something.

Furthermore, vague information suggests that the Five Elders are furious and their target is Beehive Island and the Roy Pirates!

Meanwhile, in the Holy Land of Mary Geoise, deep among the flowers.

The five elders listened with livid faces to the CP0 chief's kneeling report.

"...In conclusion, all the invaders have escaped. The Holy Land suffered heavy losses, with approximately 3,700 slaves lost and property losses estimated at over 15 billion Berries. The Celestial Dragons were severely frightened..." The CP0 Chief's voice was low and humiliating.

"That's enough!"

The legal martial arts master Topman Vochuli casually interrupted, slamming his cane heavily onto the ground.

"Disgrace! Utter disgrace! For centuries, the Holy Land has never been so trampled upon!"

Financial God of War, Zambaron V. Nassshurou, said coldly:

"They must be punished in the most severe way!"

The Roy Pirates, Fisher Tiger, and those old guys who dared to get involved...

They must be completely wiped off this world!

The God of Scientific Defense, Jaigolluci Asatan, pondered:

"Conventional naval forces, with the geographical advantage of Beehive Island and numerous powerful individuals..."

A swift victory is unlikely, and it could easily trigger a full-scale war in the New World, giving the Revolutionary Army and other pirates an opportunity to exploit the situation.

Environmental War God Marcas Maz Saint looked at Satan Saint: "Are we just going to let it go like this?!"

"Of course not! The operation against them has already begun! World Government and Navy spies have been deployed!"

"We must obtain information about the Roy Pirates' unusual strength!"

Before that, it is not advisable to use all available force to destroy them, to avoid the loss of data!

Shepard X. Peter Saint, the God of Agriculture, snorted coldly:

"Roy is growing too fast, posing an excessive threat. His subordinates are also exceptionally strong. If this drags on any longer, I'm afraid..."

Before he could finish speaking, the five elders fell silent, and the room was filled with a somber and ancient atmosphere.

After a long silence, it was Satan who broke the silence and looked at the other four.

"Perhaps we should consult Lord Im!"

This proposal was immediately opposed by the five bald elders.

"Roy, the 'Heavenly Path,' is not the inheritor of the Will of D. There's no need to disturb Lord Im's slumber over such a trivial matter!"

"Moreover, the Holy Land suffered heavy losses this time because the World Government has been at peace for too long. I didn't expect Roy and the others to be so bold."

"Next, all we need to do is strengthen our defenses."

"As for the Roy Pirates, they're not the only ones in the New World."

Whitebeard, Golden Lion, and Charlotte Linlin won't let them have any peace.

Just have the navy keep a close eye on it!

"Agreed!" x3

Satan pondered for a moment and nodded in agreement.

"Then, order the science unit, order CP0, and mobilize all their elite forces."

Infiltrate the New World and gather all intelligence on Hive Island, especially its defensive weaknesses and personnel movements.

The order was given to the Navy to concentrate heavy forces at the entrance to the New World and at Navy Branch G-1 to exert pressure and divert their attention.

Satan paused, his voice icy and chilling.

"At the same time... I secretly contacted 'that person'."

Tell him that the conditions promised by Lord Im can now be fulfilled.

Objective—Roy's head, and the destruction of Beehive Island.

The CP0 Chief bowed deeply: "Yes, sir!"

A top-secret assassination plot targeting Beehive Island and the Roy Pirates, far exceeding the scope of conventional warfare.

It unfolded quietly at the highest levels of the world government.

The gears of time, amidst the roar of blood and flames, are turning wildly toward an even more unknown and intense future.

On Beehive Island, Roy stood atop the newly reinforced and upgraded defensive fortifications.

Looking at the vast ocean, I seemed to feel the cold malice emanating from the ends of the earth.

He gripped the black sword Qiushui tightly, his eyes showing no fear, only an ever-burning flame.

"Come on, let me see what other tricks you have up your sleeve."

A storm is coming.

And he was ready to become the storm itself.