The natural system started off strong, but the navy finally reached its peak!

“That’s right, it’s the one on top of Zou!” she said with certainty.

Due to this special relationship with Lippo (one of the "scourge" under Gern, with deep ties to the Minks)

The entire island of Zou and its mink tribes are already deeply intertwined with Gern's power.

For this reason, even though the existence of the signpost's text is not a top secret, no one has dared to easily provoke Gern in this chaotic sea of ​​the New World.

Therefore, the current owners of the historical text of the maritime road signs are respectively...

Gern Reginald Sigma, representing the Navy's "Skyquake"

Charlotte Linlin, one of the Four Emperors representing pirates, and Kaido, another of the Four Emperors representing the Beasts.

Red-haired Shanks searched for all four pieces with Roger when he was young, so it's unclear whether he has a copy of Roger's.

Blackbeard and the other members of the Worst Generation had no bargaining chips at all.

"How's it going, kid in the navy..."

Big Mom's massive face squeezed out a powerful, almost "kind" smile.

"How about making a deal with Mom?" She waved the Napoleon in her hand, her tone enticing.

"What I have is what you don't have; and what you have is exactly what Mom doesn't have..."

She extended her gloved fingers, making a gesture of exchange.

"How about we make a copy of each other's copies?"

"Mamamama! Now we each have information from two road signs!"

"One Piece," someone like you would definitely want to see it, right?

Upon hearing this, the air in the room seemed to freeze once again.

This is undoubtedly a very tempting offer.

By bypassing the fighting and struggle, simply by sharing information, both sides can simultaneously obtain half of the key to Laugh Tale!

For anyone aspiring to the Pirate King's throne, or like Gurn who intends to control the situation on the seas, this is practically a shortcut.

All eyes, including those of the Charlotte family members who were watching from a distance, were focused on Gern, awaiting his answer.

Will he accept this "win-win" deal from one of the Four Emperors?

In their view, this deal was risk-free and would be successful if it went through.

In addition, if the part about Fishman Island is really still on Fishman Island...

So, Gern, who possesses three Road Poneglyphs, is on the high seas...

The man who comes closest to Roger's "One Piece"!!!

Chapter 514 Charlotte Katakuri

Just as the tense trade proposal between Gern and Big Mom regarding the Poneglyphs remained unresolved...

Who is it...?

A deep, cold voice came from not far away, instantly breaking the delicate atmosphere of confrontation.

Everyone's gaze instinctively shifted from Gern and Big Mom, turning to look in the direction of the sound.

As Charlotte's children gathered, supporting the unconscious Perospero, the crowd parted automatically to both sides like a tide.

A tall, imposing figure walked out slowly with steady yet commanding steps.

He has striking short, amaranth-red hair, strong muscles, and long, perfectly proportioned legs.

A uniquely designed white floral scarf was wrapped around her neck, and her outfit exuded a strong black punk metallic vibe.

In his hand, he tightly gripped a huge, gleaming trident—the Earth Dragon!

What was most striking was his pair of sharp eyes, which were now flashing with an ominous red light, scanning the entire arena before finally fixing on the unfamiliar figure in the center of the field.

Then, he repeated the question from before, in a low voice.

"Who defeated Perospero?"

These words were like a drop of cold water into a calm pan of oil, instantly igniting the emotions of all the Charlotte family members present!

"Katakuri-nii-san!!!"

Almost in unison, filled with dependence, awe, and the excitement of finding their pillar of support, came from the mouths of each child.

The panic and unease that had arisen from Guern's intrusion and his mother's outburst seemed to find a haven of release and support at this moment.

The newcomer was none other than Charlotte Linlin's second son, one of the Four Emperors, the Minister of Flour of the Totto Land Kingdom, and a top executive of the Big Mom Pirates.

The leader of the "Three Stars of Desserts"!

The true first mate of the Big Mom Pirates!

Charlotte family is undoubtedly the core and pillar of the family.

Because of his unparalleled Armament Haki and top-tier Observation Haki that allows him to glimpse the future, he is hailed as a man who has never been defeated in his life!

He is the greatest masterpiece of the Charlotte family, and the most popular and trustworthy older brother in the hearts of all his younger siblings!

Katakuri has a bounty of 1,057 million Berries...

Charlotte Katakuri!!!

His appearance instantly changed the atmosphere and even temporarily diluted the overwhelming sense of pressure brought about by the confrontation between Big Mom and Guern.

Katakuri's gaze swept over the crowd, piercing straight at Guern, and his icy voice rang out once more.

"Is that you...?"

Just as the atmosphere became tense again due to Katakuri's appearance, Cracker looked at his perfect brother with a gloomy expression.

Logically, he should have immediately spoken up to remind Katakuri that the man in the black shirt in front of him was Gern.

But a barely perceptible sneer curled at the corner of his mouth, and he swallowed back the words that were about to come out, choosing instead to observe coldly from the sidelines.

When Big Mom saw her most prized son arrive, a meaningful smile spread across her enormous face, and she spoke in a loud voice...

"Oh? Katakuri's here!"

This seemingly ordinary statement is actually full of warnings to Guern.

She was telling Gern that no matter how strong you are personally, you are ultimately alone deep in the heart of the world.

If my subordinates arrive one after another and form an encirclement, then regardless of the outcome of the battle, it will be absolutely not advantageous for you, Gern!

Gern naturally understood the implied meaning, but he simply responded with a disdainful sneer.

"Oh? Katakuri..." Gurn seemed to only then notice someone behind him, turning his head slightly and calmly casting his gaze upon the tall figure.

"The man hailed as the Charlotte family's greatest masterpiece?" He finished, his tone tinged with amusement. "I've heard Enel mention you."

He said your Observation Haki has reached a level that even he has to admire, allowing you to 'see' many things that ordinary people cannot...

Gern's voice gradually turned cold, and his eyes narrowed accordingly.

"Then why not use your eyes, which can glimpse the future, to take a good look..."

Before he could finish speaking...

"Buzz!"

A chilling, pure, and terrifying killing intent, condensed to its extreme, was precisely and specifically directed by Guern onto Katakuri alone!

At the very moment that killing intent was about to strike, Katakuri's Observation Haki, which he had honed to its peak and was able to see into the future, began to activate at an unprecedented speed!

But what he "saw" was not a clear and coherent fragment of the future, but a series of chilling images!

A pair of cold eyes that suddenly lit up in the darkness, flashing with a red light!

A jet-black blade of light, tearing through space and wreathed in dark purple, domineering lightning!

And... himself, decapitated and splattered with blood!

"Ha!" Katakuri's pupils contracted instantly, and he let out a short, uncontrollable gasp!

Almost a primal, instinctive reaction occurred within a fraction of a second of the "death scene" flashing by.

His legs suddenly unleashed all their power, the ground beneath his feet cracked, and his body moved like a spring compressed to its limit.

He leaped backward at his absolute limit, using the fastest speed he had ever seen to frantically widen the distance between himself and Gern!

"Bang!" Katakuri landed heavily, gripping his trident earth dragon tightly with both hands, instantly assuming his strongest battle stance.

His chest heaved violently, his breathing was heavy, and a fine layer of cold sweat had already seeped onto his forehead.

His sharp eyes, capable of seeing the future, were now filled with unprecedented solemnity and horror as he stared intently at Gern, who remained standing still, unmoved.

"What's wrong? The greatest masterpiece?" Gern asked softly, still smiling.

"Did you foresee some incredible future?"

Looking at the smiling Guern, Katakuri swallowed hard, trying to suppress his heart palpitations; his voice was dry.

"Just now... at that distance..."

"If he wants to kill me... I've already... died once."

He took a deep breath and emphasized again, his tone filled with a clear-headed understanding born from confronting terror.

"This man... is terrifyingly strong."

Chapter 515 I am the King of this Era!

For a moment, the tea party hall in front of the cake castle fell into an eerie silence.

All of Charlotte's children present stared in disbelief at the incredible scene before them.

In their hearts, their brother Katakuri was invincible, always calm and reliable, and the pillar of the family.

They were instantly routed like frightened beasts by just a glance and a single word from the other party.

He even adopted a full-force fighting stance as if facing a formidable enemy, with cold sweat beading on his forehead!

This completely overturned their understanding!

Katakuri, even if he might ultimately lose to any powerful enemy, would never be so intimidated by the opponent's aura and killing intent before the fight even begins!

Because... he's Charlotte Katakuri!!

"Katakuri, what's wrong with you?" one of the children asked in a trembling voice, filled with confusion.

"Everyone!!!"

Katakuri didn't turn his head, his voice unusually stern, even carrying a hint of undeniable urgency, as he sharply rebuked him.

"Get out of here! Now!!!"

This order left everyone even more astonished.

Even Cracker, who already had some understanding of Gern's strength, frowned at this moment.

Although he knew that Gurn was very strong, he felt that Katakuri's reaction seemed a bit exaggerated.

"Katakuri," Cracker couldn't help but speak, trying to regain some composure, "aren't you overreacting a bit?"

I just had a brief exchange with that man. He's strong, but not as strong as you think..."

"Cracker!!" Katakuri suddenly turned his head, his red eyes fixed on Cracker.

His eyes were filled with seriousness and a sternness that was almost a warning, which directly interrupted him.

"Shut up."

“Because you simply don’t understand…” Katakuri’s gaze returned to Gurn’s still smiling face.

At the same time, recalling the terrifying future he had just foreseen—the instantaneous beheading of himself—his voice was still trembling with fear.

"In that man's eyes..."

“You are not even... worth him showing any so-called ‘killing intent’.”

He paused, then used a metaphor that instantly stunned all the Charlotte family members—a metaphor that was both extremely insulting and incredibly direct.

"Because in his eyes, you are as weak as... a priest officiating at a wedding."