One Piece: Fist of the World.

Chapter 216 Agreement King's Fist!
The Kingdom of Prodigy.

This is Dressrosa's neighboring country and is also one of the member states of the World Government.

There are three countries on the island where the Kingdom of Prodians is located. The Kingdom of Prodians is the most powerful. The other two countries have always joined hands to fight against it. At one point, they even sent a large army to the border and almost captured the fortress of the Kingdom of Prodians. Fortunately, with the help of King Liku, their country was saved from defeat.

After that, a friendship treaty was signed between the three countries, and there were no conflicts for more than ten years.

However, all this changed five years ago.

Five years ago, something unexpected happened in Dressrosa, King Riku was overthrown, and Doflamingo became the new king of Dressrosa.

After that, friction suddenly began to arise between the Kingdom of Prodians, which had enjoyed peace for more than a decade, and the other two countries. The friction grew increasingly intense and soon evolved into local conflicts and even small-scale wars.

However, under the influence of an invisible black hand, the war between the three countries has always maintained a balance. There has been no full-scale war that swept the whole country, and there has been no winner or loser. Even the peace talks were always interrupted by various accidents.

In this way, the fighting between the three countries lasted for more than four years.

Kingdom of Prodians, front fortress.

King Elizabelo II, wearing a crown, stood on the fortress, his red and blue cloak fluttering in the wind, revealing his muscular body.

"The Kingdom of Leon wants to make peace?"

Elizabero II looked outside the fortress.

A few days ago, Elizabello II received the news that Doflamingo was defeated by Tyrant Rod, and King Riku returned and took control of Dressrosa again. Elizabello II was happy for his old friend from the bottom of his heart, and he was also eager to defeat the combined forces of the other two countries and end this war that had lasted for more than four years.

Not long after that, Elizabelo II clearly felt that the offensive of the Kingdom of Leon, which had been provoking the fight, had slowed down.

The Kingdom of Leon was originally the weakest among the Three Kingdoms, and had always been a supporting force behind the Kingdom of Merkson. But for some reason, it was quite active in this war, and the military strength it displayed was completely inconsistent with their country's national strength.

Elizabelo II always suspected that there was some force secretly supporting the other party.

But it doesn't make sense. If there really is someone plotting behind the scenes, just a little more force would be enough to defeat the Kingdom of Prodians.

But the Kingdom of Leon did not do so. Instead, it adjusted its military forces according to the war forces invested by the Kingdom of Prodians, keeping the war in a state of neither winning nor losing.

Until these two days, it was clearly felt that the attack power of the Kingdom of Leon had dropped sharply. Today, it even issued an application for a ceasefire, and even Elizabelo II, who was stationed in the royal capital, rushed to the fortress in front.

"Humph, let me go and see what his conspiracy is!"

Elizabelo II snorted coldly, then took his military advisor Vasco da Gama and some of his personal guards to the negotiation place agreed upon by both parties.

A moment later, in a makeshift shed, Elizabelo II frowned and looked at the man opposite him.

"Baquan Rod!"

After saying the other person's name in a deep voice, Elizabelo II glanced around vigilantly.

"Why are you here?!"

"To put it simply, your previous war was instigated by the Don Quixote family. Now the Don Quixote family has been eliminated by me. I don't like what they did before."

Rhodes slowly poured himself a glass of wine and looked at the burly king in front of him.

The arms business is an important source of funds for the Don Quixote family.

And if you want the arms business to flourish, is there any better way than to start a war?

Not only in the Kingdom of Prodices, but also in the New World and even in the whole world, there are numerous wars provoked by the Don Quixote family.

Countries fought each other to the death, countless soldiers lost their lives on the battlefield, while the Don Quixote family made a fortune from the arms business.

After taking over everything from the Don Quixote family, Rhodes didn't need to do anything. As long as he maintained the original situation, he could continue to sell arms around the world and make a lot of money.

But Rhodes didn't like it.

Although he did not have much identification with this world, nor did he have any ambition to save the world, he did not like the way of making money by provoking wars and selling arms.

He has his own way of doing things.

"I see!"

Being able to become the king, Elizabelo II was certainly not a fool. After hearing what Rhodes said, he immediately understood the reason for everything.

No wonder the military forces between the three parties have always maintained a balance and the war has never ended. It turns out that this is the result of someone manipulating behind the scenes.

"So, what is your purpose?"

After realizing this, Elizabelo II looked at Rhodes again.

The other party must have other things to do, otherwise he wouldn't come here in person.

"It's just a discussion of cooperation."

Rhodes did not speak. Bakara, who was standing next to him, took out an agreement and explained it to Elizabello II.

"You have to sign a contract with Baquan Security Company, and then you can fly our flag, and Baquan Security Company will be responsible for your security issues."

"As for the cost, based on 5 Beli per person per year, your country has a population of about 20, which means 100 billion Beli per year."

"How about this? As long as you pay 100 billion Baileys a year, I can guarantee the security of your country."

With a smile on her face, Bakara calculated for Elizabello II attentively.

"With the protection of Baquan Security Company, the military expenditures saved by your country every year are almost enough to pay for this expense, not to mention that the soldiers who are laid off can go to work and earn more wealth."

"Are you kidding me?"

Elizabero II's face turned cold.

How could he possibly agree to the other party's request!

If he disbands the country's army and leaves the country's security entirely in the hands of others, is this still his country? Is he still the king?
"The Kingdom of Prodians is a member of the World Government. Do the Shichibukai want to usurp the kingdom?"

"You haven't forgotten about the former Shichibukai Crocodile, have you?"

Elizabelo II threatened Rhodes.

More than half a year ago, the Sekei newspaper broke the news that Crocodile intended to usurp the country. After that, he was stripped of the title of Shichibukai and resumed his identity as a pirate.

Does this Tyrant Rhodes also want to do the same thing?
"Oh oh oh~"

Bakara pretended to be surprised and pushed up the glasses she had worn specially to fit her identity as a secretary.

"How can we be usurping the country?"

"We are an official security company recognized by the World Government!"

Elizabelo II's heart sank.

He knew the nature of the World Government very well, and this was something they might do. As long as it was in the interests of the World Government, they would never care about the lives of these member states.

"I heard that you have a king's fist?"

Rhodes suddenly looked at Elizabello II and asked.

According to rumors, Elizabello II mastered a powerful move called the King's Fist, which can instantly penetrate the enemy's fortress with just one blow. Even someone as powerful as one of the Four Emperors would be killed on the spot if hit.

He came to the Kingdom of Prodians specifically because he heard this rumor, otherwise he would have just sent other people over.

"After all, this world still speaks with fists."

"How about this? I'll give you some time to gather your strength. If you can hurt me, I'll reduce your fee to 1 million Baileys. How about that?"

"no problem!"

Elizabelo II showed a confident smile on his face and agreed without waiting for the military advisor to speak.

Military advisor Vasco da Gama hesitated for a moment and then said nothing.

According to the conditions stated by Tyrant Rhodes, the Kingdom of Prodians will have to sign an agreement with their security company no matter what. The only difference is the amount of fees.

He wanted to point this out and renegotiate the terms.

However, according to the news that came before, this Tyrant Fist Rod in front of him actually defeated the Four Emperors Kaido head-on!
If the news is correct, facing such a strong man, they have no room for resistance.

On the contrary, if the news is not correct, the other party does not have such strong power.

Then, with the King's Fist, he might be able to defeat the opponent with one blow!
Under the admiring and expectant eyes of the soldiers of the Kingdom of Prodians, Elizabelo II waved his fists and did warm-up exercises. As he moved, Rhodes could feel that a force was reviving in his body little by little, and a powerful momentum gradually gathered as he warmed up.

But it's too slow!
The accumulation of power was too slow. Rhodes went from being excited at the beginning to boredom and then drowsiness. He dozed off in the chair and was gently awakened by Bakara.

"Warm-up is complete."

Rhodes stood up and looked at Elizabello II. Feeling the aura emanating from him, he finally became interested.

"You better think about it carefully. Do you really want to take my punch?"

Heat was steaming from Elizabelo II's body. After warming up, terrifying power accumulated in his body, causing his body temperature to rise a lot, and heat radiated from his body.

"If you get killed by my fist, don't regret it!"

"You are a little too confident."

Rhodes clenched his fist suddenly, and the air in his hand was squeezed out with a roar. After the battle with Kaido, Rhodes' body became stronger. He could even sense a ceiling, which was the limit of physical strengthening.

As the battles progressed, his domineering aura became even stronger. The moment he clenched his fist, his domineering aura surged out from his body and flowed through his arms.

Faced with the legendary "Fist of the King" that could kill the Four Emperors with one punch, Rhodes did not become complacent, but instead gathered all his strength.

"bring it on!"

As Rhodes finished speaking, Elizabelo II swung his fist directly, and terrifying black lightning suddenly appeared in the air. Powerful force burst out instantly and was released towards Rhodes without reservation.

boom! !

Under the violent impact, the hastily built shed was torn to pieces in an instant, and the horrific punch plowed a deep mark on the ground, spreading all the way to the distance.

“Hoo~~Hoo~~Hoo~~!”

Elizabelo II bent down slightly, his whole body seemed to be deflated, his head raised stubbornly, looking in front of him.

This was the most powerful punch he had ever thrown. Even if there was a mountain in front of him, it would be reduced to ashes by that blow.

"strong enough!"

A voice came from the smoke in front of him, causing Elizabelo II's pupils to dilate instantly.

When the smoke cleared and Elizabelo II saw Rhodes' appearance, he was filled with shock.

Unscathed!

He took on his strongest attack ever head-on, but apart from some damage to his clothes, Rhodes was unharmed.

"However, with this level, there is still a long way to go before we can kill the Four Emperors."

Rhodes' domineering aura burst out from his body, and the impact seemed to materialize, creating a gust of air and blowing away all the smoke and dust around him. Rhodes walked in front of Elizabello II and took the gloves off his hands.

"The conditions remain the same as before, so hurry up and sign the agreement."

"If anyone dares to invade in the future, just contact our Baquan Security Company."

After putting the gloves away and saving them in his own cupboard for later use, Rhodes patted Elizabello II on the shoulder, then turned around and walked towards the port.

The agreements with the other two countries have already been signed. Once Elizabello II also signs the agreement, the entire island will be under the rule of the Rod Pirates.

The other members of the pirate group have also been arranged to go to other surrounding countries.

In this way, the preliminary plan is completed.

With Dressrosa as the center, nearly ten islands have all hoisted the flag of the Lodo Pirates.

However, this kind of occupation is still too superficial and formalistic.

Although he could indeed receive money from these countries, simply making money was not Rhodes's goal.

He needs to rule these places more deeply and make these countries and people become a community of interests with him. In this way, even if he leaves the Seven Warlords of the Sea in the future, these countries and people can become his reserve of power and provide him with a constant supply of combat power.

To achieve this, a huge industry is needed that covers all islands and countries.

Through a huge industry, all these countries will be included and make them all part of the entire industry. Only in this way will these countries and people be tied to ourselves.

And there happened to be one industry that could meet such requirements that Gray had always dreamed of.

Shipbuilding industry!
Bakara handed the agreement to Elizabello II, and without waiting for him to say anything, she left a Den Den Mushi and quickly followed Rhodes.

Everything that needs to be said has been said, and everything that needs to be shown has been shown.

If Elizabello II still cannot see the situation clearly, the next people who will come with the agreement will be the employees of the Baquan Security Company employed by the other two countries.

As a country that has not signed an agreement with the company and has threatened the safety of the company's customers, Baquan Security Company has to take some actions to nip the problem in the bud.

"Any response?"

Rhodes looked at Bakara who had caught up with him.

"About getting Franky to join the shipyard we're setting up!"

(End of this chapter)