Settsetse! The Pirate Nemesis

A young man's voice came from the other end of the phone. Kizaru didn't even have time to greet him before hurriedly turning on the speakerphone and asking, "Dr. Vegapunk, I have a friend who says that when an object exceeds the speed of light, it can reverse time..."

Kizaru's original intention was to have Vegapunk help refute this absurd viewpoint, but after hearing Kizaru's words, Vegapunk, with his messy afro and a small mustache, excitedly asked on the other end of the phone, "Who is your friend?!"

"..."

Hearing the excited voice, Kizaru inwardly cursed. Sure enough, immediately afterward, Vegapunk on the other end of the phone said, "To be honest, this is the subject I'm currently experimenting with!"

"Because according to my observations, the closer matter gets to the speed of light, the slower its time flows relative to other objects. Therefore, I speculate that once matter equals the speed of light, time will stop flowing. On this basis, the closer it gets to the speed of light, the more energy it requires increases exponentially. If it really exceeds the speed of light, theoretically, the time of this matter will flow backward. I have been trying to conduct experiments, but I don't have enough materials and... Oh right! Vice Admiral Kizaru, you seem to be able to photonize, right? Your friend is a genius! He must have thought of this. Could you introduce him to me..."

"Beep, beep, beep,"

He hung up the phone with a blank expression and turned to look at the navy men around him. Their mouths were agape, especially the adjutant, whose eyes involuntarily darted down his groin when he looked at him.

The navy personnel standing by were undoubtedly even more shocked and discussed the matter even more animatedly.

"Pass it on! Dr. Vegapunk said that time stops when an object reaches the speed of light, and time reverses when it exceeds the speed of light! Theoretically, it's even possible to circle around a tree and have sex with it, and Vice Admiral Kizaru can transform into a photon!"

"Pass it on! Dr. Vegapunk said that Vice Admiral Kizaru can stop time! He can exceed the speed of light and reverse time! He can even circle a tree and fuck himself!"

"Pass it on! When Vice Admiral Kizaru uses photon transformation to fly, he can reverse time and circle around trees to assault himself!"

"Pass it on! Vice Admiral Kizaru is about to use his photon form to fuck himself..."

"pass……"

As they were talking, the marine suddenly realized that when the message reached him, the next one would be passed to Vice Admiral Kizaru...

Kizaru glanced coldly at the Marine beside him, then turned away without a word.

"It's numb."

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I drove all morning and just got home. I'll only post two updates today, but starting tomorrow I'll post five updates a day. I'll continue until next month, depending on how things go.

125. Germa Kingdom

Kizaru is exhausted because he simply cannot reach the speed of light—if he could, there would be no need for pirates in this world!

Looking at the gazes of everyone in front of him, especially Sett's probing look towards his lower body, Kizaru felt a deep sense of frustration.

Finally, with a helpless sigh, Kizaru said, "It's true that I can transform into photons, but that doesn't mean I can reach the speed of light."

"why?"

"Because I can't react in time."

It's not exactly a secret—Kizaru's Glint-Glint Fruit has an extremely renowned reputation on the seas. Especially given the terrifying speed of light, Kizaru has never faced a shortage of challenges.

Especially during missions, Kizaru has practically defeated every one of the well-known pirates in the New World. He's also fought figures like Kaido, the Grand Commander of the Beasts, and a division commander under Whitebeard. Similarly, for the truly elite figures on the high seas, Kizaru's incredible speed is no secret.

Especially given Sett's abilities and talents, it was only a matter of time before he knew. So, Kizaru simply said, "The speed of light is far too fast, exceeding my control. If I were to use the speed of light, I could circle the Grand Line seven times in a second. And stopping there is simply beyond my control—besides, my light isn't at the photon level."

Kizaru said, "Even without considering my reaction speed, the energy required for elemental photons to reach the speed of light would be enough to drain me instantly... Vegapunk himself said that the closer one gets to the speed of light, the more energy is required. Furthermore, even if I disregard the limitations of energy and reaction speed, the moment I revert from photons to physical form at the speed of light, or the moment I stop at the speed of light, the intense air friction alone would turn me into ashes..."

A look of helplessness crossed his face. Although everyone thought the Glint-Glint Fruit was very strong—well, it was indeed very strong—it wasn't as incredibly powerful as some people claimed. Regardless of the type of fruit, the power that could ultimately be developed was directly linked to factors such as physical ability, reflexes, and awareness.

Like circling a tree and fucking yourself or something...

"So you do have that ability, right?" Sett stroked his chin and said; "It's just that your physical condition isn't up to par right now..."

Upon hearing Sett's words, Kizaru immediately realized he was in trouble.

Sure enough, the navy nearby started relaying messages again—

"Pass it down: Vice Admiral Kizaru has the ability to masturbate, but he can't reach the speed of light; his physical abilities are lacking..."

"Pass it down: Vice Admiral Kizaru can fuck himself, but his light-speed physique isn't up to par..."

"Pass it down: Vice Admiral Kizaru must fuck himself until he can't take it anymore..."

"Pass this message down: Vice Admiral Kizaru is no good..."

Before he could finish speaking, *biu* followed!

biu! biu! biu! !

Sizzle—!

The eye emitted lasers, which, although not aimed at anyone, instantly created wisps of blue smoke upon hitting the ground.

"If you keep talking nonsense, I'm going to consider quitting my job and becoming a pirate!!!"

His voice was filled with grief and indignation; Kizaru never imagined that his Glint-Glint Fruit would be used in such a way! Unfortunately, although the Marines nearby fell silent after Kizaru's gentle persuasion, this couldn't stop people's thoughts. For a moment, the entire Donquixote Family compound was abuzz with excitement. Meanwhile, secretly hiding behind a cloud in the sky, Morgans was writing and drawing incessantly while shouting, "Big news! Big news!"

Hearing the grief and indignation in Kizaru's voice, the Marines nearby exchanged glances, then turned around with smiles and continued their preparations.

Seeing this, although he knew it might not be that simple, now was clearly not the time to concern himself with such trivial matters. So, Kizaru simply put it out of his mind and turned his gaze to Sett beside him; "And you guys, Sett. What are you planning to do next?"

"Continue the pursuit!"

Sett cracked his neck, then pulled out Shanks's wanted poster and said, "That damn redhead, I fought him a while ago. We'd barely gotten into a fight before this bastard ran off. I chased him from the West Blue to the North Blue, and I still don't know where he is... you know?"

"Red-Haired Shanks?..."

Upon hearing Sett's target, Kizaru's expression faltered slightly, then his gaze became a little more serious—back then, every single one of the Pirate King's crew members had been closely pursued, investigated, and monitored by the Navy and the World Government.

Nine years ago, the Pirate King Roger circled the Grand Line and found the legendary One Piece. The following year, he surrendered to the Marines and was executed along with his hometown of Loguetown in the East Blue, thus ushering in the Great Pirate Era through his death.

The crew members who were on the same ship as Roger are also a key target of the World Government's manhunt—even after so much time has passed, CP0 agents are still constantly searching for their whereabouts, seemingly related to some matter concerning the One Piece.

While others might not know, with Shanks's recent rise to fame, his past experiences and identity have been unearthed by the Marines—though it's not exactly unearthing them. It was when Garp saw Shanks's bounty poster that he pointed at it and said, "Isn't that the red-haired brat from Roger's crew? I was hoping to find him a fun apprentice crew member!"

Being a member of the Pirate King crew is not a position that just anyone can have... even if it's just an intern.

Are you hunting him down?

Kizaru stroked his chin, curiously examining Sett.

“If you’re really looking for him, I do have some information.”

Upon hearing this, Sett's eyes lit up, and he said, "What information? Tell me in detail!!"

Upon hearing Sett's question, Kizaru replied, "The Red-Haired Pirates should be sailing towards the Germa Kingdom right now."

"The Kingdom of Germa?"

Upon hearing this term, Hawkeye raised an eyebrow in surprise. Seeing this, Sett, standing nearby, asked, "What's wrong? Is it something special?"

"...Well, it's a little special."

Hawkeye frowned and said, "It's the name of a unique maritime nation in the world without a fixed territory. If I remember correctly, they usually operate in groups of dozens of ships, which together form a kingdom. They are very famous in the underworld, also known as the 'War House,' a notorious army of evil."

"as well as……"

After a pause, Hawkeye said with a somewhat strange expression, "At the same time, the Germa Kingdom is also a member state of the World Government, which raises questions..."

126·Sail

"Is the War House a member state of the World Government?"

Upon hearing Hawkeye's words, Sett stroked his chin, then looked at Kizaru with a suspicious gaze; "Is your World Government a garbage dump? Why does it accept everything?"

"It's not like we accept everything..."

Upon hearing Sett's words, Kizaru, knowing the unique nature of the Germa Kingdom, rubbed his temples with a slight headache and said, "The Germa Kingdom is not simply a war-torn nation. The Vinsmoke family, at the very top of the kingdom, has some special connections with the World Government... You know Vegapunk, right? He's the guy who just told me about the speed of light. He and the head of the Vinsmoke family were once colleagues."

"Sounds impressive?" Sett asked, somewhat puzzled.

To this, Kizaru shook his head and said, "In terms of strength, it's not necessarily true... but in terms of technology, the Vinsmoke family is even ahead of the future kingdom in the South Blue and even the Grand Line... which is Vegapunk's hometown. I'll give you a sea chart later; you can go and relax if you're bored."

As he spoke, Kizaru whistled nonchalantly—it wasn't a particularly secluded location anyway, and they were all students of Admiral Zephyr, so he might as well consider it making friends.

Well, the main purpose was to shut Sett up and stop him from asking me embarrassing questions...

"..."

Looking at Sett and Kizaru talking in front of him, Hawkeye felt an unprecedented and strange sense of loss—as a bounty hunter, Hawkeye was used to venturing out alone. Facing unknown challenges wasn't new for him… but the feeling of having powerful backers like this was truly a first for him.

Not only could they obtain the target's route and location, but they could even receive free nautical charts showing where the target wanted to go—and these were official naval charts, invaluable treasures for every navigator. In fact, in a sense, the nautical charts accumulated by the navy over hundreds of years were the navigators' greatest secret.

And now, they're just giving it away like it's nothing... Isn't that way much better than Roger's situation? Roger just yelled that the One Piece was right there, and then he was promptly sent to his death. But the Navy? Not only are they giving it away for free, but they also provide after-sales service if anything goes wrong. Judging from Kizaru's attitude towards Sett, they'll probably provide free support if problems arise in the future... Pirate King? What a bastard!

"It feels good to have connections..."

He thought about it but didn't say it aloud. Hawkeye simply took a sip of his red wine with a slightly strange expression. Then he sat down and continued to enjoy himself—who cared whether the backing was his or not. Anyway, he was going to travel the world, so he might as well just focus on enjoying himself.

It would be even better if Sett could ask where the greatest swordsman on the high seas is...

Of course, Hawkeye would never say such a thing.

On the other side, upon hearing that Kizaru had brought so much stuff, Sett shamelessly snatched a box of sea charts.

"Wow, they even have the Grand Line!" Sett said, stroking his chin. "Anything from the New World? The latter half of the Grand Line. I was thinking of going there to have some fun sometime."

"No," Kizaru said nonchalantly. "The New World is a strange place, and there aren't many sea charts. So the New World sea charts are all hidden at headquarters. I have to apply for them if I want to use them. If you want to go to the New World, let me know in advance, and I can ship them directly from Mary Geoise. It'll save you the trouble of going all the way to Fishman Island."

"Okay, I'll pack up and get ready to go!"

"Okay, have a safe trip!"

Mimicking Sett's tone, Kizaru waved to Sett and then turned around and returned to his own warship.

On the lower deck of the warship, Doflamingo was bound hand and foot to the ground with chains. Infused with seastone, although he had regained consciousness, Doflamingo still had no strength to move.

He was actually quite lucky; Moria had spent half a day soaking in the sea, becoming completely bloated and marinated.

Before leaving, Sett glanced at Doflamingo's bewildered expression and chuckled, adding, "When we get to the prison, don't forget to ask if there's a guy named Moria. Right now, he's probably working on his sewing machine with Fanfan. A little interaction might help us start a support group for fellow sufferers, hehehe~"

Doflamingo was so angry he wanted to shout, "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river! Don't underestimate Doflamingo's poverty!"

Unfortunately, Sett didn't give him the chance. Anticipating his swearing, Sett picked up a pair of socks from the ground and stuffed them into his mouth. Before he could react, Sett slammed the cell door shut with a loud bang. Doflamingo vaguely heard someone say from outside, "Still have the energy to glare at me? Go hungry for a few more days on the way to the prison."

"Ugh!! Waaah!"

The struggle produced a dull thud. Behind the iron door was a small cell, through which slivers of sunlight shone through the iron bars, and a face streaked with tears of remorse.

"Let's go!!!"

In stark contrast to Xiaoming's frustration and indignation, Mr. Seti, a good citizen of Chaoyang District who helped the People's Navy arrest an important criminal suspect, is preparing for his next sea voyage.

Before leaving, Dr. Vincent brought his son, Luo, to help move the goods.

Unfortunately, having spent so long in the laboratory, Dr. Vincent was completely unaware that the combined strength of himself and Law was less than half of Sett's... In this world where boarding combat is the norm and individual combat prowess is off the charts, the gap between people is truly greater than the difference between a human and a dog.