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

The Ark's Proverb broke through the clouds, and the outline of Hive Island came into view.

Golden beaches, lush green forests, well-arranged buildings, and that familiar main island palace.

Everything was the same as when I left, yet something was different.

The harbor was packed with people.

Stella stood at the front, followed by Scarlett, Ginny, Vera, Kalifa, and other women.

Further on, there are countless genetic warriors and ordinary residents.

Everyone looked up, staring at the golden spaceship slowly descending in the sky.

"They're back! They're back!"

Someone shouted excitedly.

"It's the Ark's Proverb! The captain is back!"

The port instantly erupted in excitement.

The Ark Proverb landed steadily in the center of the harbor, its golden hull gleaming in the sunlight.

The hatch opened, and Roy was the first to step out.

Stella and the other women all had tears in their eyes and rushed forward.

"Captain! You...you're finally back..."

"Is anyone injured?"

Her voice trembled, and tears streamed down her face.

Roy paused for a moment, then laughed.

It seems that Stella and the others are under a lot of pressure this time!

Roy reached out and patted her on the back.

"Why are you crying? Didn't you come back?"

Stella looked up, her eyes blurry with tears, and carefully scanned the returning crowd: "Who's crying? I... I'm just happy!"

Scarlett walked over carrying Rebecca, her eyes also red-rimmed, but she held back her tears.

Welcome back.

Roy nodded and teased Rebecca in his arms. The little girl giggled and reached out to grab his face.

Ginny floated over, followed by several ghosts, hovering near the big bear, muttering, "It's alright, it's alright..."

Vera remained silent, but the worry in her eyes had turned into joy.

Kalifa adjusted her glasses and said in a serious tone, "Reporting to the captain, the island is safe and sound, the defense system is functioning normally, and all bloodline soldiers are on standby."

Roy laughed: "Alright, alright, stop reporting. No office work today."

He turned around and looked at the people who were walking out of the cabin one after another.

Barrett, Hawkeye, Red Earl, Crocodile, Tesoro, Savi, Enel, Yamato, Pea, Cyrus, Moria, Bear, Lucci, Kaku, Bruno, Jabra, and the newly added Lafayette, Van Augur, and Burgess.

Kaido, along with the Beasts Pirates, disembarked from the other side of the ship.

Everyone returned safely.

Roy took a deep breath and shouted:

"Let's have a feast today! We won't leave until we're completely drunk!"

"oh--!!!"

Cheers resounded through the sky.

The main island square was filled with banquet tables.

Barbecue, seafood, fruit, and fine wine were piled up like small mountains. The genetic warriors brought over long tables, which, when put together, stretched for over a hundred meters.

Everyone sat together, eating meat and drinking wine heartily.

Barrett, holding a wine bowl, challenged Savi to a drinking contest. The two of them drank bowl after bowl, until their faces were red and their necks were thick.

"Come on! Again!"

"Afraid of you? Go ahead!"

Tesoro and Enel were having a contest to see whose lightning was brighter. Lightning crackled and danced around them, illuminating the surroundings.

"Enel, you're no good! Watch me!"

"Enough talk! I haven't even used my full power yet!"

Yamato, clutching a spiked club, began to perform an unknown dance.

The dance moves... well, they were quite unique.

A group of people around him applauded and cheered, laughing so hard they were doubled over.

Pea sat in the corner, munching on her snacks in small bites, occasionally glancing up at the noisy kids, her eyes curving into crescents.

Hawkeye sat alone to the side, holding a wine glass, quietly watching everything.

The Count of Red sat opposite him, sipping his red wine with a smile.

"Hawkeye, aren't you going to join the fun?"

Hawkeye shook his head: "Too noisy."

Count Red laughed: "Indeed. People like us are better off keeping quiet."

Crocodile, a cigar dangling from his lips, leaned back in his chair, watching the rowdy guys with a rare smile playing on his lips.

"These guys..." he shook his head, "are like children."

Cyrus sat beside Scarlett, holding Rebecca, his face beaming with happiness.

Moria released a few zombies to help serve drinks and food.

The zombies staggered along, eliciting laughter from the crowd.

Xiong remained silent, but the wine bowl in front of him had been emptied several times.

Lucci, Kaku, Bruno, and Gabra gathered together.

He was whispering something, glancing occasionally at the genetically engineered warriors in the distance, a complex look flashing in his eyes.

Lafayette, Van Auger, and Bagges sat in a corner, watching the lively scene, feeling somewhat out of place.

"This...this is daily life on Beehive Island?" Burgess scratched his head.

Lafayette smiled slightly: "It looks pretty good."

Van Augur nodded without speaking, but a hint of warmth flashed in his eyes.

Kaido, holding a wine bowl, found Roy.

"Roy, I have to go."

Roy raised an eyebrow: "So soon?"

Kaido took a swig of sake and grinned, "There's still something going on in Wano Country. King and the others have been urging us several times."

Roy nodded: "Okay. Thanks for the pure gold."

Kaido waved his hand: "What are you thanking me for? I didn't do much."

Besides, I don't need that thing now, so keeping it is pointless.

He paused, then lowered his voice: "But Roy, next time there's something like this, remember to call me."

"Fighting is my favorite thing."

Roy laughed: "Okay. I'll call you next time."

Kaido laughed loudly and slapped Roy on the shoulder, almost knocking him over.

"That's settled then! I'm off!"

He turned and strode away with Jhin, Quinn, Jack, and the others.

portside

The Beasts Pirates' ship was already ready. Kaido jumped aboard, glanced back at the brightly lit Beehive Island, and grinned.

"That Roy kid... is interesting."

The sails were raised, and the ship slowly sailed away from the harbor, disappearing into the night.

The revelry continued in the square.

Barrett and Savi were already passed out from drinking and were carried aside by the gene warriors.

Tesoro and Enel were still fighting, but both of them were so tired that they were panting heavily and could no longer unleash their lightning.

Yamato got tired of jumping, hugged his spiked club, leaned against Roy, and fell fast asleep.

Pea was sleepy too, her head bobbing up and down, and finally she fell asleep leaning against Stella.

The night grew deeper.

The campfire was still burning, its light reflecting on everyone's faces, making them feel warm and cozy.

Roy sat in the main seat, watching the scene before him, a faint smile playing on his lips.

......................

The next morning, the World Economic News Agency's front-page headline shocked the entire world.

The newspaper, in the largest font size, read—

[The Battle for Pure Gold! A Bloodbath Between the Three Emperors and the Navy! The Heavenly Emperor's Amazing Plan!]

Below the title is a huge photo.

In the photo, corpses litter the ice field, their blood staining the white ice.

Whitebeard, Golden Lion, and Big Mom each occupied a corner, with a dense crowd of people standing behind them.

The three admirals, Garp, and Sengoku are closing in from another direction.

And in the very center of the sky, the Ark's Proverb floats silently.

Roy stood at the bow of the ship, holding the pure gold coin that shone with golden light in his hand.