Dressrosa, King's Plateau.
"Fufufufu, Viola, have you found anything??"
Doflamingo walked over, hands in his pockets, with a swaggering gait.
Although Dressrosa had been calm these past few days, he felt uneasy without any news of Reno.
"Not yet, you're being overly worried."
Viola replied expressionlessly, without turning her head.
Reno had just arrived in the New World; he probably didn't even know of their existence yet.
He wouldn't come to Dressrosa anytime soon, Viola thought, taking it for granted.
As soon as she finished speaking, Doflamingo's strange laugh came from behind her again:
"Fufufufu... Viola, I am your young master now. Mind your tone when you speak to me."
"If you truly don't understand decorum, I don't mind our relationship progressing further."
Doflamingo's sunglasses reflected Viola's graceful figure in purple.
A sinister smile played on the corners of his mouth.
Doflamingo would not give up Viola's special ability, but he could punish Viola in other ways.
With King Riku in his grasp, he wasn't afraid that Viola wouldn't comply.
Upon hearing this, Viola's pupils suddenly constricted, and her delicate body trembled involuntarily.
As her delicate body trembled, her pupils suddenly constricted.
"Young Master, I was out of line just now." Viola lowered her posture and quickly begged for mercy.
"Hmph. Continue observing. Notify me immediately if you find anything."
Seeing Viola's face begin to pale, Doflamingo bared his teeth, a triumphant smile on his face.
It's a pity he's in no mood now because of Reno, otherwise...
Today would be the day of bloodshed!
After Doflamingo left, Viola clenched her fists, biting her lip tightly.
Looking at the city, which was bathed in sunshine all year round, she felt no warmth in her heart.
For several years, because of King Riku, Doflamingo trusted her greatly, even often entrusting her with important tasks.
But slowly, Viola keenly noticed that Doflamingo seemed no longer satisfied with their relationship being merely that of superior and subordinate.
Just now, he even openly expressed his true intentions.
Thinking of Doflamingo's ruthless methods, Viola's heart was filled with sorrow.
Is there… is there really no way out?!!!
Her confused eyes subconsciously glanced towards the distant sea.
However, the next second...
"Hmm?!!!"
Viola let out a soft exclamation, composed herself, and looked closely.
In the sea dozens of miles from the port, two ships, one after another, were sailing towards Dressrosa.
"It's not Reno."
After clearly seeing the pirates on the deck, Viola frowned in disappointment.
Now, besides Reno, she was interested in no one else.
Moving her gaze away disinterestedly, Viola once again used her Devil Fruit Ability to observe further into the distance.
And just then, her eyes suddenly lit up.
She rubbed her eyes hard, and when she clearly saw the person on the ship, her brown eyes grew even brighter.
At the same time.
Hundreds of kilometers from Dressrosa, in mid-air, the ark maxim was flying rapidly.
After leaving Totto Land, Reno did not delay for a minute, rushing to Dressrosa.
"I heard Dressrosa is a famous resort island, I'm really looking forward to it."
Reiju, who had just been favored, nestled in Reno's arms, her face beaming with a happy smile.
For so many years, this was the first time she truly felt loved.
Even though she had only joined the Reno Pirates a few days ago, Reno generously gave her the Paramecia-type Doku Doku no Mi.
For a moment, Reiju couldn't help but feel a little overwhelmed by the unexpected favor.
Such warmth was something she had never felt in the Vinsmoke Family for over twenty years.
The only downside was... her little sister had been 'zhong' for several days.
"Captain, are you going to make a move on Doflamingo?"
Beside them, Stussy closed her eyes, pleasantly enjoying the sea breeze.
"That's right, there are several beautiful women in the Donquixote Family, and I want to recruit them into the Pirate Crew."
"Besides that, Dressrosa will be our base from now on."
Reno said with a slight smile.
Viola, Rebecca, Sugar, Monet, Baby-5!
Five beauties at once.
He had never fought such a rich battle!
"Later, Doflamingo will..."
"Hmm?!!!"
Before Reno finished speaking, his brows suddenly furrowed.
"He is—"
In his Observation Haki perception, he also discovered the two pirate ships Viola had seen.
When Reno clearly saw a certain person on the small boat in front, a cruel arc suddenly curved on his lips.
The next second, the ark maxim whooshed, breaking the sound barrier.
At the same time.
Off the coast of Dressrosa.
A wooden boat was being chased by a pirate ship from behind.
On the pirate ship, a flag fluttered.
If anyone familiar were here, they would surely recognize that this was a ship of the Silver Pirate Alliance.
In the center of the deck.
A tall man wearing a red bandana and a blue vest was surrounded by a group of subordinates.
He was Bill, the leader of the Silver Pirate Alliance.
A Paramecia-type Devil Fruit Ability user, known as the Furnace Man.
He could refine metal by devouring ore.
Bill and his many subordinates had always been entrenched on Silver Island, working part-time as Bounty Hunters.
His main business, however, was to provide large quantities of high-purity silver to the famous Gold Emperor Tesoro.
Gold Emperor Tesoro.
The king of the world's largest entertainment city.
The world's foremost business prodigy.
The influence of this name was no less than that of the Yonko.
He was also an existence that made the seas tremble.
Ever since Tesoro snatched the Paramecia-type Gold-Gold Fruit from Doflamingo, his life had been like a cheat code.
In just twelve years, he went from nothing to everything.
From an unknown slave, he transformed into the world's richest man, established a vast golden empire, and controlled 20% of the world's Berries.
By his own power, he truly managed to dominate both the underworld and the legitimate world, his influence spreading everywhere.
His wealth was so immense that he could even mobilize the power of the World Government.
Truly immense wealth!
The reason Bill relentlessly pursued the person in front of him was to win Tesoro's favor.
"You can't escape!!!"
"Hahahaha... Kid, when I catch you later, I'll show you my methods!"
"Daring to cause trouble in the Gold Emperor's territory, you really don't want to live!"
"Speed up, they're out of strength!!!"
"..."
The members of the Silver Pirate Alliance all looked ferocious.
Their leader, Bill, stood with his arms crossed, his eyes full of mockery.
If he could capture these two little mice and fortunately gain the Gold Emperor's favor, he would surely rise to prominence!
Compared to his relaxed demeanor, the two people on the wooden boat were suffering immensely.
"Cough, cough, cough."
On the small boat, Kin'emon, with his black topknot and goatee, dressed in a kimono, coughed up two more mouthfuls of blood, his aura weakening.
Looking at the huge ship gradually approaching from behind and Prince Momonosuke, who was trembling in fear beside him, his heart was filled with anxiety.
He cursed his bad luck.
A few days ago.
He, Kanjuro, Raizo, and Prince Momonosuke finally managed to leave Wano Country.
However, they unexpectedly encountered a shipwreck, and Raizo went missing.
The three of them narrowly escaped death and finally made it out alive.
After some discussion, the three decided to first search for Raizo's whereabouts before making other plans.
Just as they were about to set off, a huge, golden ship, sparkling all over, appeared before them.
It was a luxury that could not be described in words.
Even in the dark, it shone brightly, like a luminous pearl.
The three's gazes were immediately drawn to it, unable to move even an inch.
Its extravagance was something the three had never seen in their lives.
Kin'emon suggested they leave quickly to avoid further trouble, as finding Raizo was more urgent.
Kanjuro naturally had no objections; he was an undercover agent, and the reason he followed Momonosuke and the others was to find Zou Island and then send the message back to Wano Country.
However, Momonosuke, as if bewitched, insisted on going in to take a look.
Kin'emon and Kanjuro couldn't dissuade him and had no choice but to comply.
As soon as the small boat approached the giant golden ship, several scantily clad, sexy women appeared above.
Every gesture and smile exuded charm.
In the eyes of nobles and merchants, these people were naturally just vulgar individuals, unworthy of attention.
But in Momonosuke's eyes, they were unparalleled beauties.
He seemed to be under a spell, standing still in a daze, staring intently at the alluring women before him.
At this moment, Momonosuke finally understood.
He understood why his father, Kozuki Oden, disregarded all advice and insisted on opening the country and sailing out to sea.
Because only by going out to sea could one enjoy the happiness before him!!!
"Your Highness, Your Highness..."
Kin'emon shook Momonosuke's body, calling out softly.
Momonosuke, showing his disgraceful state, quickly wiped the drool from the corner of his mouth and reluctantly moved his gaze away.
The next second, his eyes lit up, as if he had been enlightened.
"Kin'emon, Kanjuro, since we don't know where Raizo is right now, and this place is a mixed bag, why don't we inquire about the location of Zou Island here first? What if we find some clues??"
Momonosuke looked at the two, speaking righteously.
After a moment of thought, Kin'emon and Kanjuro both nodded.
Momonosuke was overjoyed and eagerly led the two onto the ship.
However, as soon as they stepped through the gate, layers of gold dust were sprinkled on them.
The nightmare of the three began.
"Kin'emon, Kanjuro has been captured by them, what should we do now?!!!"
Momonosuke squatted like a helpless child, muttering in a low voice.
Soon after entering Gold City, they, completely unprepared, fell into Tesoro's trap.
Finally, Kanjuro was captured, and Kin'emon desperately fled with Momonosuke.
Not long after, Bill led his men out of Gold City, frantically chasing them, all the way until now.
"We cannot be caught by them, we must go back and rescue Kanjuro!!!"
Kin'emon, full of brotherly loyalty, exerted his utmost strength, his hands moving so fast they left afterimages.
However, he was already severely wounded and simply couldn't shake off his pursuers.
In his current state, let alone going back to save others, whether he could even survive was an unknown!
"Damn it, am I really going to die here?"
Kin'emon's face grew increasingly grim, the despair on it deepening.
He could die, but Prince Momonosuke carried the hope of the entire Wano Country on his shoulders.
He absolutely couldn't die here!
"Hahahahaha... Lads, this fellow can't hold on any longer, speed up and catch him!"
Brue grinned sinisterly, flexing his wrist, preparing to strike.
Although the samurai in front of him was formidable, he was now at his limit, unable to cause any more trouble.
"Hahahahaha, don't worry, Boss, watch me ram him to death!"
Peseta, a subordinate with two cannons on his body, flashed a sinister, dog-eat-dog look in his eyes.
However.
Just as the ship accelerated and everyone thought victory was assured.
"What is that?!"
Suddenly, Bill looked up at the sky, and a bright light abruptly reflected in his pupils.
The next second.
Boom!
Boom!
Streaks of silver-white Thunder Power descended from the sky without warning, precisely hitting Bill's pirate ship.
Everyone was sent sprawling.
"Ah! Damn it!"
"Who is it?!"
"Captain, save me!"
"Damn it! Who is so dishonorable?"
Everyone from the Silver Pirate Alliance was enveloped in a sea of thunder, emitting screams of agony.
"what??!"
Kin'emon and Momonosuke subconsciously turned to look, both stunned in place.
What was happening?
As far as their eyes could see, slowly, the thunder subsided.
All that remained in their sight were charred wreckage of the ship.
Bill and his crew were all struck into charcoal and fell into the sea.
"Kin'emon, this..."
Momonosuke's mouth hung open, dumbfounded.
He couldn't use his limited understanding to explain what was happening before his eyes.
Was it heaven's pity, that his life shouldn't end?
It must be so.
"Thank goodness!" Kin'emon breathed a sigh of relief.
"Prince Momonosuke, we must immediately find someone to rescue Kanjuro."
Just as Kin'emon was about to leave, a giant airship approached from a distance.
"You... you guys..."
The ark maxim was incredibly fast; Kin'emon and Momonosuke didn't even react before it was already in front of them.
"Reno, you are Reno?!"
After a brief moment of shock, Kin'emon suddenly shouted loudly.
Although Wano Country implemented a closed-door policy and news was stagnant.
It wasn't completely cut off from the outside world.
During this time, news about Reno was everywhere.
Even though he saw it late, he still recognized him.
"So many beautiful big sisters..."
Momonosuke completely froze, staring blankly at the group of beautiful women before him.
A lecherous expression gradually appeared on his face.
Reno also looked at the two familiar figures before him with interest.
"Foxfire" Kin'emon.
One of Kozuki Oden's Nine Red Scabbards.
A Paramecia type Devil Fruit Ability user, the Fuku Fuku no Mi, and a two-sword style samurai.
Reno casually glanced and then shifted his gaze to the little pervert beside him.
Momonosuke.
Young master of the Kozuki Clan, Kozuki Oden's biological son.
Known by many nicknames such as "perverted brat" and "little lecher."
At this moment, Momonosuke had completely ignored Reno's presence.
His gaze was fixed on Hancock, Stussy, Reiju, Nami, and the other beautiful women, his throat moving significantly.
The sound of gulping could faintly be heard.
Two streams of nosebleed flowed from his nostrils.
Momonosuke originally thought the women he saw in Gold City were beautiful enough.
But compared to the beauties in front of him, they were nothing but withered vegetables.
Although Nami, Hancock, and the others had followed Reno's instructions and never wore revealing clothes when out and about.
The women's proud figures and exquisite beauty could not be hidden.
Even just seeing this, Momonosuke felt somewhat intoxicated.
His lips grew increasingly dry.
Looking at Momonosuke, whose face was gradually forming a lewd smile, Reno's gaze suddenly turned cold.
Just like in the original story, indeed.
However, he didn't want to kill Momonosuke; that would be too easy for him.
"Thank you for saving our lives, Your Excellency."
Kin'emon bowed deeply to Reno.
Thunder Power was Reno's signature ability.
"What are you doing here?" Reno asked, puzzled.
Meeting Kin'emon in Dressrosa was indeed strange enough.
Kin'emon hesitated for a moment, then finally told him what had happened truthfully.
"Gold Emperor?" Reno frowned slightly.
If he remembered correctly, the Gold Emperor's subordinates also included two beautiful women.
One was Baccarat, a Paramecia type Devil Fruit Ability user, the Lucky Lucky Fruit.
The other was Carina, Nami's good sister who had been separated for many years, a singer.
"So, you know the Gold Emperor's location?"
After a while, Reno asked.
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