One Piece: Starting with Breathing Techniques

Chapter 153 The World Shakes

After resting for a while, Kilo sorted out what he had gained from the trip.

The biggest gain, without a doubt, is a huge amount of points, a full 1550 points!

In addition, there were the power rocks and technology data seized from Schi.

Although the sinking of Beehive Island used most of the Power Rock, the remaining small portion was collected by Kiro and is enough to serve as a weapon for the Revolutionary Army in critical moments.

As for the technological data, taking it back to Lindbergh might allow the revolutionary army to advance its technology further.

Although Kiro did not approve of Schi's plan, it was undeniable that Schi's talent in scientific research was indeed quite high. Although he had the assistance of Devil Fruit abilities that could enlighten spirituality, both those technological weapons and that hundred-meter-tall mechanical puppet were definitely creations of genius.

The most crucial thing left is to learn about Shiki the Golden Lion from Shiki himself.

According to Saki, in about two weeks, Shiki's Flying Pirates will head to Wano Country to make some kind of deal with Kaido.

Although they didn't know what it was, that didn't stop Kiro from taking action.

Even if he had to face Shiki and Kaido, Kiro was confident that he could defeat at least one of them and retreat gracefully, not to mention that he had just gained a large number of points.

Whether it's Shiki the Golden Lion or Kaido, who is known as the "strongest creature," they can undoubtedly provide points!

Defeating them would mean that Kilo is one step closer to becoming the world's strongest.

After calming down, Kiro focused his mind and quietly brought up the control panel.

Looking at the conspicuous [1550] points, Kilo took a deep breath and a thought flashed through his mind.

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One day later.

"Really?!"

Zhan Guo's hand trembled, and he accidentally knocked over a copper kettle full of tea.

But he didn't care about any of that; his eyes widened in disbelief. "Are you sure?!"

"Did Kilo destroy Beehive Island?"

Crane handed a stack of documents to Sengoku and nodded helplessly.

"That's right, these are all clues captured by our intelligence agents."

Opening the document, shocking photos came into view: Beehive Island, which originally occupied tens of square kilometers of sea, had now disintegrated, turning into ruins and debris, sinking into the boundless sea.

If it weren't for the iconic skull building in the photo, slowly floating on the sea not far away, Sengoku really wouldn't have been able to associate this place with Beehive Island.

He rubbed his eyes hard before confirming that this was not his imagination.

"So—Kilo really sank Beehive Island?"

Crane shook his head. "No, judging from the evidence found at the scene, it seems he used some kind of explosive."

"According to some surviving pirates, they witnessed Kiro swing his sword at the last moment before the explosion. As for what happened after that, they don't know. They only know that when they woke up, they were floating on a sea full of wreckage."

Sengoku frowned. "Explosives?"

"Could it be a new explosive device developed by the Revolutionary Army?"

Upon hearing the news that Beehive Island had been sunk, Sengoku's first reaction was excitement.

Beehive Island, known as the "pirate paradise" of the New World, is almost entirely under the control of the Navy. They can only watch helplessly as pirates operate and plan various actions.

Now that the Beehive Island has been destroyed, he naturally felt a sense of relief.

The problem is, the end of Beehive Island came with another, even more troublesome matter—"—Why is it Kiro again?" Sengoku tugged at his beard, feeling a headache coming on. "Why does something big always happen whenever he appears?"

"Last time it was Mary Geoise, and this time it's Beehive Island—"

"Our preparations in the Sabaody Archipelago were completely useless; we even let a murloc escape!?"

Feeling utterly powerless, the wolf slammed its fist on the table.

"Tsuru, end Aokiji's vacation! Get him to the new world already."

"Notify headquarters immediately if the Revolutionary Army makes any move!"

Thinking of this, a shadow fell over Sengoku's eyes, and he sighed, "—The World Government has already issued an ultimatum, demanding that we halt the Revolutionary Army's rapid expansion."

"If this continues—"

He didn't continue speaking, but the worry in his eyes deepened.

If they anger that person, not only would he, a naval admiral, be held accountable and demoted, but even the three-army admiral, Steelbone Kong, would likely be!

Moreover, long ago, when he and Kong were drinking and chatting happily, he overheard a chilling rumor from Kong's drunken mouth—

"Warring States period, you must do your duty well!"

Kong, still slightly drunk, patted Sengoku on the shoulder, his voice unreadable whether it was intentional or casual, "If you anger the higher-ups—you'll not only lose your position, you might even die."

"Above? You mean the Five Elders?"

Kong shook his head. "—No, the lives of the Five Elders are also in that person's hands—"

He seemed to realize he had said too much, and shook his head, "—I just said it offhand, don't take it to heart."

"I'll remember that—" Sora suddenly gripped Sengoku's shoulder, his eyes sharp. "Never underestimate the World Government!"

"The Navy has always been, and can only be, subordinate to the World Government!"

After saying this, Kong's expression became nonchalant again, and he returned to his drunken state.

But Sengoku knew perfectly well that Kong's expression was no joke!

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"Hey, Sengoku?" Tsuru looked at Sengoku, who was staring blankly, with some confusion.

"Ah, it's nothing." Sengoku shook his head and sighed inwardly.

"Therefore, instruct all naval personnel to keep a close watch on the Revolutionary Army's every move!"

"Keep a close eye on Kiro, and absolutely do not let him make any more big moves!"

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On the vast and turbulent sea, a series of shocking newspapers stirred up unprecedented waves in the New World.

"What!?"

"Was Beehive Island bombed and sunk to the bottom of the sea?"

Every pirate in the New World couldn't help but widen their eyes at the title that took up the entire cover.

"The New World Pirate Paradise—Beehouse Island—was destroyed yesterday!"

"The culprit is suspected to be Kiro!"

This explosive news quickly spread throughout the Grand Line, and even some people who had never heard of Beehive Island would buy the news because of Kiro's name.

"How is that possible?!"

"Last time he only attacked Mary Geoise, and this time he sank Beehive Island?!"

"Kilo, what exactly are you trying to do?!"

For a time, the outside world was filled with shocked public opinion, and even young people who had never been to sea were discussing the matter.

On the other side, Morgans laughed excitedly as he watched the newspaper sales skyrocket, his eyes filled with excitement and exhilaration.

"Hahaha, I knew it!"

"As long as we keep following Kilo, there's bound to be big news!!"

When they last reported on the Kilo riots in Mary Geoise, their newspaper sales reached an unprecedented peak, earning them a huge amount of Pelés!

Newspaper sales are also skyrocketing, with over a million copies sold so far!

And this number is still rising, far from reaching its end!

"Hahaha, Kiro, you are my god, Morgans!"

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