Rocks Band: I have 48 Imperial Arms.

"Just how badly did those brats destroy that 'thing'?"

He suddenly stood up from his seat.

Despite leaning on a black cane, he exudes a sense of imposing weight and grandeur.

as if……

It was as if the mountains were... filled with rage?

Chapter 185: Return! The All-New Noxus!

North Sea!

Noxus!

The strongest sea among the four seas, and also the most chaotic sea.

While the New World, rife with pirates and chaos, cannot compare, the power struggles among the nations of the North Blue are absolutely unparalleled in any other sea.

If the New World is a battleground teeming with pirates, then the North Blue is a land of endless war, where nations constantly attack, wage war, and invade each other.

And in this sea area.

Amidst complex international disputes.

A tiny nation that had been silent for a very, very long time called out to the outside world time and time again. In the midst of continuous battles, it defeated many rivals and subtly established its status.

The extreme cold of ice made all nations remember his name—Noxus!

The chaotic sea nearby also became quiet and still.

A brand new country.

With a completely different attitude.

Like a rising star, it is emerging in this sea area, becoming an undeniable force.

A luxurious warship.

It bears the unique emblem of the Celestial Dragons' holy land.

Whether he was truly a Celestial Dragon or a powerful figure who dared to attack a Celestial Dragon, both proved the ship's formidable strength, making it virtually invincible even in the chaotic North Blue.

There was absolutely no one so audacious as to dare to intercept them.

Allowing Locke and his group to go through this process made things much easier; at least they didn't have to worry about encountering any melodramatic situations.

Although……

If we really do encounter them, given the terrifying strength of the group of people on the ship, they'll definitely be able to take down the iron plate.

Without the strength of a general or above, one doesn't even have the right to try and provoke them.

It was clearly a retreat from the Grand Line.

Locke and his party returned to the North Sea.

Unaware of the chaos he had caused, Locke, who had been forced to leave even one of the Five Elders who rarely left Mary Geoise, was now calmly drifting on the sea.

Ok!

He was cautious by nature and had erased all traces in advance. The remaining traces would inevitably be buried in the vast sea as God Valley sank. Otherwise, the Black Hat Five Elders would not have gone to the ruins of God Valley, but would have directly mobilized their army to rush to the North Sea and turned Noxus into scorched earth.

The scene changes.

back to the front.

Locke stood at the bow of the ship, looking out at the sea. The ship, speeding along, had already begun to dock and land.

Welcome home!

Sebastian's voice changed slightly, and a flicker appeared in his eyes.

It's like welcoming a traveler home after a long voyage.

Ever since receiving Locke's message, he had been waiting at the port. His meticulous butler's attire was now stained with a few specks of sea dust, a rare sight, indicating that he had been waiting for an unknown amount of time.

Behind him stood rows of well-trained knights, radiating the unique aura of battle-hardened warriors and soaring fighting spirit that even Devil Fruit users would take notice; they were clearly elite.

It was Esdeath who, through her campaigns in the North Sea, trained her troops and forged an iron-blooded army.

They were all fearless and elite soldiers who were willing to shed their blood at sea.

The military uniform was impeccable.

It was unusually solemn.

Without orders, they don't even make a sound, like silent black armor, giving people a powerful sense of oppression. They are a terrifying nightmare for the enemy, but for their own side, they are an absolutely reliable force like mountains, enough to entrust with safety.

"came back……"

Looking at the familiar scene before him, even Locke felt a faint sense of melancholy, as if he had been transported to another world.

at last!

In a series of fierce battles at God Valley.

Yourself!

I've returned to this country.

and……

It is with the attitude of an absolute victor and a strongman!

Since transmigrating here, he has been living on this land. Although it is not as good as his previous life in his memory, it can still be considered Locke's second hometown, and of course, it holds different feelings for him.

Tread!

I walked on this familiar yet unfamiliar land.

The menacing iron cavalry surrounding Locke shielded him from all unnecessary prying eyes. Like a group of silent black-armored warriors, their dull killing intent poured outwards, encircling Locke like stars surrounding the moon.

It has garnered the respect and admiration of the Chinese people.

This!

But their king!

The king who led Noxus to rise to power!

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Inside the palace.

"Your Highness! The tableware is ready, and we can begin our meal at any time."

Alice, dressed in a maid outfit, walked slowly towards them.

He was holding a tray in his hand.

Although a few strands of white hair had appeared at her temples, indicating that she was no longer young, her hands moved with unwavering precision, holding the tray steadily with hands as strong as iron clamps.

·· ······Requesting 0 flowers ······

The essence of a maid remains completely unaffected.

"Um……"

"Alright!"

"Then let's get started."

Locke nodded. After sailing at sea for so long, Whitebeard and his crew were well-prepared, with plenty of meat, food, and fresh water piled up on each ship, so there was no need to worry about lacking food or clothing.

Along the way, they can continuously stop at islands to replenish their supplies. With their strength, they have no need to worry about any pirates with ill intentions. No matter how many come, they will only commit suicide. They have no worries about food and drink.

but!

How can things at sea be compared to those on land?

If you eat the exact same thing over and over again, no matter how delicious it is, you'll get sick of it!

... ... ...

On the vast sea.

There aren't that many free choices.

"Please take your seats."

Locke nodded and spoke to Najenda and the others beside him.

He was sick of eating the same old things, and finally being back in Noxus meant he could have a change of pace.

The food from my "second hometown" that I haven't been able to enjoy for so many years, while not exactly delicious, still has a flavor that I can't help but miss and reminisce about.

"Hurry up and serve the food."

Alice nodded respectfully: "Yes, Your Highness!"

"Snapped--"

"Snapped--"

Put down the tray, raise both palms to the left and gently clap your hands.