I'm a pirate on Star Iron.

Luffy was alright, as he was dressed in ordinary clothes and didn't attract much attention.

Bronya, however, was different; her Silvermane Iron Guard attire immediately stirred the emotions of those around her.

Those present naturally had no goodwill towards the Silvermane Iron Guards who had abandoned all the residents of the lower districts.

"Damn it, it's from the upper district, and there's a Silvermane Iron Guard among them!"

"The upper level has been captured!"

With each shout, the surrounding crowd quickly became restless.

The chaotic scene made Bronya frown.

So she called out to the person in front of her.

"Quiet! Quiet!"

But clearly, no one around was listening to Bronya.

Even after Bronya spoke, the people present became even more restless.

This was something Bronya never expected; she had encountered such a huge problem so soon after coming down.

Several hot-tempered men even picked up the pickaxes and shovels they were carrying, staring menacingly at Bronya.

"Those from the upper levels, get back there!"

"Please be quiet, everyone. I have something to say!"

Fortunately, Bronya had a good temper, and even though she was treated like this, she still calmly addressed the people present.

"Protect Lady Bronya!"

But at that moment, the Silver Mane Iron Guards, who had been lagging behind, finally arrived at the lower level.

As soon as she came down, she saw Bronya being attacked by a group of people from the lower districts who were pointing weapons at her.

This immediately made the Silvermane Iron Guards feel uneasy.

If anything were to happen to Bronya, the next High Warden, even a small wound...

When these Silver Mane Iron Guards return, they'll probably be thrown into the countryside to grow crops.

This prompted the Silvermane Guards to immediately take action, blocking Bronya and Luffy behind them while pointing their weapons at the surrounding residents.

Compared to the picks and shovels held by the surrounding residents, these were...

The weapons that the Silvermane Iron Guards held were naturally far superior.

Some were carrying spears, and some were carrying firearms.

Compared to the residents of Panyan Town, this is like a game of cat and mouse.

The atmosphere became even more tense due to the presence of the Silvermane Iron Guards.

"Put down your weapon!"

Upon seeing this, Bronya immediately shouted to her subordinates.

Upon hearing Bronya's words, her Silvermane Iron Guards hesitated for a moment before turning their weapons on the residents.

There's no other way; if something really happens to Bronya, they'll be in real trouble!

"They dare to run wild on [Earthfire]'s territory, they've got some nerve!"

Just as the two sides were locked in a stalemate, a purple-haired delinquent girl wielding a sickle suddenly appeared between them.

He then pointed his scythe at Bronya behind the Silvermane Iron Guard.

"You're not welcome in the upper echelons!"

Upon seeing the newcomers, the residents couldn't help but feel fortunate.

"Great! It's Seele from [Earthfire], we're saved!"

"Miss Seele, please lead us on a charge!"

Clearly, the woman in front of them named Seele has a great reputation in Rocky Town.

"From the upper echelons, state your purpose, or we won't be polite!"

As for those from the upper districts, Seele naturally didn't have any good feelings towards them either.

"I am here on the orders of the Great Guardian to announce something important!"

But as soon as Bronya finished speaking, the people around her became restless again upon hearing the name of the High Guardian.

After all, they had been imprisoned in this dark and desolate lower district for ten years because of Cocolia's order.

Here, resources are scarce, and the living conditions are even worse.

Some people who have relatives in the upper districts haven't seen their relatives for ten years because of this incident.

Therefore, everyone present harbored resentment towards the Great Guardian Cocolia.

If it weren't for Cocolia, none of the people present would have ended up in such a state.

"You wretched Cocolia's lackey, get out!"

"That's right, get out! You're not welcome in the lower district!"

Volume 1: Chapter 78 The Conflict Between Upper and Lower Levels

As the atmosphere grew increasingly tense, Bronya began to feel anxious.

"Luffy, don't just stand there and watch, come and help out, okay?"

Left with no other option, Bronya turned to Luffy, who was watching the show from the sidelines, for help.

"Me? Okay then!"

Since Bronya had called for help, Luffy decided not to continue his OMO (online camaraderie) session.

Please give me some face!

Ruff extended his right hand and spoke to the resident in front of him.

But all the residents looked at Luffy with the eyes of someone looking at an idiot. Not only the residents in front of him, but even the Silvermane Iron Guards behind him looked at him with almost the same eyes.

But the next moment, Luffy made a gun gesture with his right hand and pointed it at the empty space next to him.

A beam of laser light shot out instantly, striking the open ground and causing an immediate explosion.

Sand and stones flew everywhere, and as the explosion ended, the open space instantly turned into a large crater.

Witnessing Luffy's methods left everyone present stunned.

"Luffy, what are you doing!"

Bronya was startled when Luffy suddenly launched an attack.

"You don't understand Bronya. Sometimes, showing your fists is the most important thing!"

As he spoke, Luffy gave Bronya a demonstration.

Luffy held his pistol pointed at the residents and then spoke.

"Now, quiet down, listen to Bronya, is that alright?"

At this moment, none of the residents dared to say a word. They all lowered their heads, afraid of making eye contact with Luffy.

Where was that arrogant demeanor from just now?

After all, among those staying in the lower levels, there are only a few who are healthy and capable of fighting.

They work themselves to the bone every day mining ore, and sometimes they don't even have enough to eat.

They dared to be arrogant before because they had a lot of people on their side.

But things are different now; no matter how much you have, it won't make a difference.

Besides, who would want to be the first to stick their neck out?

Even Seele, who was standing at the very front, had already put down her scythe, though she still maintained a wary demeanor.

"Alright, see? It's all done now."

Luffy turned to Bronya and said.

"Next time, please try a gentler method!"

It wasn't that Bronya blamed Luffy; on the contrary, she was quite grateful that he had helped her quiet these people down.

At this moment, Bronya stepped forward and repeated what she hadn't finished saying.

"I am Bronya Rand. I have come here on the orders of the High Warden to reopen the passage between the upper and lower levels from this day forward, so that residents of the upper and lower areas can once again travel between them! The connecting cable car will also reopen in a few days!"

After saying this, Bronya couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

My task is finally complete. I never expected that simply passing on an order would be so troublesome.

Upon hearing Bronya's words, the previously quiet crowd began to stir again.

Just like ten years ago, they suddenly withdrew the Silver Mane Iron Guards and suddenly blocked the passage between the upper and lower levels.

Ten years later, the same thing happened again; it suddenly reopened.

Although everyone was happy to be able to go to the upper area again, they were also worried that something bad might happen after the reopening.

"Now that the upper and lower levels are open again, this is obviously a good thing. Those who want to go to the upper level can start preparing now!"

An elderly man with white hair stepped out from the crowd and addressed them.

Although he looks old, he is still very healthy.

The old man's words immediately made the residents present realize what was going on.

"That's right, it's been almost ten years since I've been to the upper district, I really need to go and take a look!"

"My parents are both in the upper district, I can finally go see them!"

The crowd quickly dispersed.

When the cable car restarts, there will definitely be many people who want to go to the upper level.

If we don't prepare now, we don't know how long we'll have to wait in line.

So those who needed to go home prepared, and those who needed to inform others informed others.

Soon, the street, which had been crowded with people, was now only occupied by Luffy and his group, along with the old man and Seele who had appeared earlier.

Upon seeing the old man, Xi'er also called out.

"Boss!"

At this moment, the old man introduced himself.

"Greetings, fellow Silvermane Iron Guards! I am Oleg, the leader of [Earthfire], currently maintaining order in the Lower District. Welcome to the Lower District!"

"Hello, Mr. Oleg, I am Bronya Rand, the commander of the Silvermane Iron Guard. It's a pleasure to meet you!"

Bronya returned the greeting to Oleg.

"I never expected that this young girl would be the commander of the Silver Mane Iron Guard. Truly, heroes emerge from among the young, or rather, from among the young girls!"

After a moment of reflection, Oleg addressed Luffy and the others.

"You've all come to the lower level, and you must be quite tired. Why don't we find a place to rest for a while?"

"Then I'll have to trouble Mr. Oleg. I also want to inquire about the situation in the Lower Districts over the years and report back to the High Warden!"

Bronya also accepted Oleg's invitation.

Led by Oleg, the group arrived at a house.

This house is unusual because it is a clinic.

Upon entering the room, a gray-haired female doctor led everyone to an inner room.

The Silver Mane Iron Guards remained outside to keep watch.

"I'm sorry, we don't have anything to offer you at the clinic!"

When everyone sat down, the doctor brought over a plate of sliced ​​red sausage.

For the lower classes who lacked food, meat products were extremely rare and precious.