Pirates: Building High Walls Starting from the East Blue.

Chapter 18 Are you underestimating me?

As the Krieg Pirates' fleet drew closer, the once noisy sea suddenly fell silent.

Everyone seemed to be intimidated by the Krieg Pirates' massive fleet, and they all stared at it in silence.

Even some of the pirates who were familiar with the story couldn't help but exclaim in surprise...

As expected of the former overlord of the East China Sea!

The Krieg Pirates.

Former ruler of the East Blue, with a bounty of 17 million Berries.

I originally thought that after Captain Moke, with a bounty of 50 million Berries, appeared, the former overlord of the East Blue—the Krieg Pirates—had become a joke.

But now it seems...

The Krieg Pirates, who were once known as the overlords of the East Blue, are not to be underestimated either!

50 pirate ships, plus that massive three-story sailing ship at the head...

The sheer strength displayed was enough to shock everyone.

Many pirates even suspect that, based on their current strength alone, the Krieg Pirates already possess the power to control all the pirates in the East Blue.

And the Mok Pirates...

Although their leader's bounty is very high, that's all.

Keep in mind that the Moke Pirates only have one pirate ship.

Shache, standing nearby, also squinted as he watched the Krieg Pirates' fleet.

He was also quite aware of Admiral Kleeke.

Later, he led these 50 fleets into the Grand Line, preparing to advance into the Grand Line. However, in just seven days, most of them were annihilated by the passing Shichibukai, Hawkeye Mihawk. In the end, his huge fortune was completely squandered.

He's a complete spendthrift in the East China Sea!

Xia Che sighed with regret, then narrowed his eyes as he looked at the fifty ships and five thousand crew members.

now.

The great pirates who had already joined the Moke Pirates also stared at this former overlord of the East Blue, their eyes revealing a hint of solemnity, and some even had a cold smile on their lips.

I originally thought this would be a grand event for the Moke Pirates, but now it seems... it's getting interesting.

The Moke Pirates...

The Krieg Pirates...

Could it be that the two pirate crews will fight each other before the Moke Pirates declare war on the 16th Marine Division?

As major pirates in the East Blue, they didn't believe that the Krieg Pirates had brought such a large fleet to support the Mok Pirates.

At this time.

Just as the atmosphere on the ship was becoming increasingly tense.

Sudden.

"Captain Moke is out."

A gasp of surprise suddenly came from the ship.

"It's Captain Moke, the new overlord of the East Blue, and the Moke Pirates with a bounty of 50 million Berries!"

Instantly.

At this exclamation, the pirates on the ship all turned their heads, and their eyes, which were originally looking at the Krieg Pirates, all fell on a burly figure walking out of the cabin of the Mok Pirates.

It was a burly man with a bald head.

He was shirtless, revealing his strong muscles, and wore a yellow lion skin cloak. The pale yellow color and the thick mane around his neck seemed to shimmer with a faint golden light in the sunlight.

His mere appearance instantly drew everyone's attention.

That imposing and domineering figure left everyone in awe...

As expected of Captain Moke, the new overlord of the East China Sea with the highest bounty in the East China Sea.

And this isn't the end of it.

Everyone looked up and saw Captain Moke standing with his arms crossed, his expression resolute, his eyes bright, staring intently ahead.

Left side: [My fate is in my own hands, not in the hands of heaven]

Right side: [If Heaven wants to destroy me, I will destroy Heaven]

Above: [Overlord of the East Sea]

Upon seeing the couplets on both sides, everyone couldn't help but gasp.

How arrogant! How domineering! How domineering!

No wonder the Navy Headquarters had an unbelievable bounty on him before he even left the East Blue. With such an arrogant and domineering demeanor... he truly deserves to be called a great pirate who will stir up the seas.

Even the former captain of the Black Cat Pirates, who had initially looked disdainful, couldn't help but shrink his pupils the moment he saw Moke appear.

Too embarrassing!

He thought he was just a lucky guy who happened to have done something that offended the Navy Headquarters, which is why the Navy Headquarters gave him an astonishing 50 million bounty.

After all, this is the East China Sea.

What exactly do you have to do to earn such a bounty?

Even if you wiped out a naval branch, it wouldn't be possible!

but now……

"It seems we were really wrong." The wandering dancer, Zango, narrowed his eyes as he stared at the burly figure. "A great figure is about to emerge from the East Sea."

"How interesting!" Hearing Zango's words, Kuro, who was standing nearby, also came to his senses, his eyes narrowing slightly. "It looks like the Navy is in for trouble this time!"

The words were spoken.

Moke lightly flicked the king's cloak that his boss had specially brought him yesterday.

This cloak was specially made to showcase his domineering presence as the overlord of the East Sea during this grand ceremony. The moment he put it on, he exuded an aura of power, especially with the banners held up by his underlings behind him...

very good!

Moke glanced discreetly at the pirates surrounding the ship, nodding inwardly with satisfaction. [As expected of the boss, it seems everyone's been intimidated!]

Of course~

He had not forgotten his mission.

Nami had just spoken to him specifically, saying that a big client had arrived and that he had to keep the person there no matter what and bring him to the 16th Marine Branch.

Otherwise, we'll capture him and exchange him for the bounty.

In order to avoid being arrested, Moke was quite serious about it.

He even still firmly remembered the boss's teachings...

In important situations, don't talk too much or laugh; just keep a straight face.

Although he didn't know what "Po Si" meant, he still resolutely carried out his boss's orders.

With a flick of his cloak, creating a crackling sound, Moke withdrew his sweeping gaze and walked expressionlessly toward the side of the ship.

just now……

It was Tamok's turn to receive the guests.

Upon reaching the ship's side, I immediately saw Klee standing on the opposite deck, just as I was standing there.

Krieg's exclusive pirate ship, the "Dreadnought Sabre," is taller and larger than Mok's pirate ship.

A three-deck sailing ship.

At this moment.

Moke seemed to suddenly understand why Nami was so nervous.

What a big client!

The ship looked incredibly valuable, and even he was a little envious. You see, his current ship was still the pirate ship left to him by his boss. Although it was of good quality, it was only a medium-sized ship, much smaller than the [Dreadnought Sabre].

Of course~

Now... we can't afford to lose our momentum!

Mok raised his head, crossed his arms, and looked at Krik, who was standing on the deck higher than him, wearing golden armor. His face was expressionless, but his eyes narrowed slightly, and he exuded the aura of the overlord of the East Sea.

And at this very moment.

Captain Klick also stood on the slightly higher deck, looking down at Mok.

Although he had seen Moke's photo on the bounty, at the time the photo made him look like a silly, grinning fool.

Now...

It has to be said that even he, the former overlord of the East China Sea, had to acknowledge the guy in front of him.

No wonder he's a pirate who stole his title as the overlord of the East Blue!

Bounty may not represent strength, but strong pirates will definitely have high bounties.

Krieg admitted he had underestimated him. He had originally intended to give the guy a hard time, but then the guy showed off his bounty, and considering his appearance...

Even in the face of his massive fleet, he still maintained the majesty of the overlord of the East China Sea.

Even standing before his own Krieg Pirates fleet, facing so many pirate ships, this guy remained completely calm. This is...

Absolute strength!

Especially behind him...

Left side: [My fate is in my own hands, not in the hands of heaven]

Right side: [If Heaven wants to destroy me, I will destroy Heaven]

Especially those four words above...

[The Overlord of the East Sea]!

It was incredibly jarring to Krick, as if it were telling everyone...

He was truly the overlord of the East China Sea.

What arrogance and domineering attitude this is!

Even he, the former overlord of the East China Sea, wouldn't dare to be so arrogant.

If you don't have the strength, who would dare to be so arrogant?

Is this guy's confidence in his own abilities, or is it his disdain for the Navy?

"The new overlord of the East China Sea—Mok."

However, Captain Moke did not answer his question, nor did he change his gaze.

Seeing this, Krieg clenched his fists.

Did I feel looked down upon?

Thinking of this, Klick's face turned cold, and he stared at Mok coldly.

But don't know.

now.

It wasn't that Moke ignored him, but rather that the simple-minded Moke... was thinking about the task assigned by his boss.

How can we bring this fat cow in without losing our domineering presence?

I can't very well ask them out myself!

If I'm going to invite someone, how should I say it so as not to embarrass myself?

Upon seeing the ship and the armor, Mok didn't hear Klee's words at all.

however.

Just as Moke was struggling with his decision and even sighed helplessly, about to try to speak up and ask Krieg to come over and invite him to join the attack on the 16th Marine Division.

Seemingly hearing his sigh, Klick felt truly looked down upon; veins bulged on his forehead. "Are you humiliating me? Are you looking down on me?"

As soon as he said that...

"???"

Moke, looking completely bewildered, also looked up at Klee.

Did you say anything?

Do you look down on him?

What's wrong now?

Oh no, what if he misunderstands and thinks I look down on him, and runs away?

Thinking of this, Moke's heart clenched, and he was about to say something when...

however.

Before he could even speak.

"The bounty means nothing!" Feeling slighted, Krieg's face turned cold. He stood ramrod straight, arms crossed, displaying his equally imposing physique, and looked down at Mok. "A mere Marine branch? I, Krieg, can wipe them out if I want to!"

Before Moke could say anything, he waved his hand and shouted loudly to those behind him.

"Turn around and head to the 16th Marine Division. This mere 16th Marine Division can be wiped out by my Krieg Fleet with a flick of my wrist!"

His eyes were fixed on Moke.

"I'll show you the consequences of underestimating me. Once I destroy the Navy branch, I'll let you know, and let everyone know, who truly reigns supreme in the East China Sea!"

The words were spoken.

Just as Moke was completely bewildered, and everyone was stunned by Klee's domineering presence.

The Krieg Pirates fleet, which had just arrived, immediately turned around and headed towards the 16th Marine Division, leaving... Mock still staring in bewilderment.

Did he underestimate him?

He hasn't even said a word yet!

But now...

Watching the Krieg Pirates fleet turn and leave.

Moke: ...

Does this count as completing the boss's task?

He couldn't resist striking a pose, quickly extending his hand and shouting, "Wait a minute!"

(End of this chapter)