One Piece: Burning the Prison Clothes in the Setting Sun, Mihawk is dumbfounded.

These hunters, or rather, most of the hunters, became hunters because they were looking up to Dunn.

However, none of these people ever saw Dunn in person after joining.

The news of Dunn's appearance here immediately set off an uproar among the hunters still active in the Sabaody Archipelago.

However, they still came up empty-handed.

Crocodile, who also received a similar message, didn't pay much attention to it.

He had already thought of this, but he simply forgot to remind Dunn.

However, he had immediate matters to attend to and couldn't concern himself with this matter.

"So, the president sent you? You've decided to go to Sky Island to take the exam?"

Crocodile looked at the man and bear in front of him and spoke in a deep voice.

"We wouldn't dare lie to you about something like this."

Luo held his knife, pulled his polka-dot hat down low, and spoke with a hint of helplessness.

"For the president to speak up personally, their strength must be considerable."

Crocodile looked around, and finally his gaze settled on the person.

As for the bear standing to the side, it seemed somewhat introverted.

"So, what is your ability?"

Upon hearing Crocodile's question, Law's body tensed up abruptly.

Upon noticing Law's actions, Crocodile's lips curled into a smile.

As expected, this young man has some secrets. Indeed, Dunn rarely says such things. Since he was able to speak up personally, apart from coincidence, this young man must have something special about him.

"This shouldn't be something that needs to be told."

Luo spoke cautiously.

"really."

Crocodile nodded.

Now that it's confirmed that Dunn asked him to come, the person has to be sent to the Sky Island regardless of whether he says it or not.

"If you pass the Hunter Exam, you can become a full-fledged Hunter in the Hunter Guild and receive support and protection from the guild's resources. Of course, you will also need to complete the guild's missions."

Crocodile opened his mouth.

Luo was taken aback by what he heard, and then lowered his head and pondered for a moment.

He thought Crocodile's words were an invitation, but his abilities had a significant impact.

"The Fruit of Surgery"

After pondering for a moment, Luo spoke softly.

"That Devil Fruit worth five billion Berries?"

Although he hadn't seen it in person, he had heard about the surgical fruit that had caused quite a stir before.

"No wonder!"

Crocodile nodded calmly.

"I will send someone to take you to the Sky Island later. Until then, stay here."

After he finished speaking, members of the Hunter's Guild led Law and the others outside.

"That legendary fruit that can grant immortality?"

After the person left, Crocodile spoke softly.

Is the chairman eyeing the fruit's ability?

But didn't the chairman say that we can steal the Devil Fruit abilities from Devil Fruit users?

If we really have our eye on them, we can just take action.

However, regardless of the circumstances, such a person with such abilities is indeed quite valuable.

If the hunters on the guild's side are injured, the Op-Op Fruit's abilities can be of great use.

Even if you don't pass the exam, you can stay in the union.

Crocodile is already prepared to use the back door.

"Vice President, a hunter from the guild wishes to see you."

Daz walked in, looking somewhat helpless.

"Go tell them that the guild leader has gone to Sky Island, and they will be able to see him later."

Crocodile waved his hand.

Just as Daz was about to leave, he was called back.

"etc."

Daz turned back.

Have you made any contact with those mermen?

Crocodile was naturally aware that Dunn had gone out to talk to the fishmen.

Actually, he knew that Jinbe had contacted the Hunter Guild to join, but because of Jinbe's special status and Dunn's actions against the fishmen in the East Blue, he suppressed the matter.

It seems that Dunn doesn't care about this now.

Then things become simple.

Moreover, fishmen do have a great advantage in the sea, and if they can cooperate, things will be much easier.

While Crocodile was asking questions, Jinbe on Fishman Island also received a message from Hachi.

"Xiao Ba, you mean, that person said that himself?"

Jinbe's face showed no sign of shock.

Previously, when Dunn cleaved the Red Line, the falling rocks blocked the passage to Fishman Island, and so far only a small opening has been created.

This is not a bad thing for Fishman Island.

At least, there are indeed far fewer outsiders coming to Fishman Island.

In that case, the number of slave ships that capture fishermen will naturally decrease, or rather, they have not appeared for a long time.

This is only an indirect effect.

He had applied repeatedly without receiving a reply, but now things have taken an unexpected turn for the better.

"Yes, Brother Jinbe, that's what that person said, telling you to go directly to Crocodile."

Crocodile, the current vice president of the Hunter's Guild, is a powerful and influential figure.

Dunn rarely manages guild affairs; he handles almost all of the Hunter Guild's matters.

"I see."

Jinbe responded in a deep voice.

"Brother Jinbe, what happened in the East Blue..."

When Xiao Ba mentioned this, his tone was full of fear.

Upon hearing this, Jinbe immediately felt a headache coming on.

Ah Long has really gotten the fishmen into a lot of trouble.

But what's done is done.

Such a big shot probably wouldn't care about this matter.

After severing contact with Hachi, Jinbe went directly to the palace to meet King Neptune of Fishman Island and reported the news to him.

"Is it really possible?"

The enormous King Neptune looked somewhat agitated upon hearing Jinbe's words.

Although he is a king, if he can find such a powerful backer, perhaps the fishman's previous wish can really come true.

It would be wonderful if fishmen could travel freely outside.

"It shouldn't be a problem, but I'll need to go there in person to make the details."

Jinbe nodded.

As the chief guard of the Fish-Man Kingdom's royal palace, Jinbe naturally needs to listen to the king's advice.

Fortunately, the king of the fishman kingdom shared similar thoughts.

Previously, there were few opportunities and little hope.

Now, the fate of the Fishman Kingdom can be changed simply by the words of that world's top powerhouse.

"If that's the case, then should we send someone to the Sky Island?"

Neptune looked delighted, but it took him a while to calm down before asking Jinbe for advice.

Regarding this issue, it was actually another method they came up with after Jinbe continued to try to contact them without receiving a response.

After all, it's now obvious to everyone that the Hunter's Guild has become a behemoth on the sea.

Regardless of the circumstances, the benefits to Fishman Island from joining or cooperating are self-evident.

Now that person has spoken up, should we continue with this plan?

"Go ahead. As we agreed before, I'll lead the team. If anyone can use this opportunity to become a full-fledged hunter, that would be a good thing."

Jinbe didn't think much and simply nodded.

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you. You're in charge of making the decision on this matter. Jinbe, don't let me down."

"yes!"

Jinbe nodded.

"However, we should not set off for Princess Shirahoshi for now. I will go there to check on the situation and then return to take the princess with me."

Jinbe spoke up.

Neptune nodded in agreement.

Regarding Shirahoshi's situation, the best scenario is for her to remain in Ryugu Palace.

However, Neptune already had a guess about his daughter's identity, and if it was true, then Shirahoshi's situation would be different.

In this situation, it's best to make some preparations in advance.

After all, many people covet Aquaman's power.

"We must ensure Shirahoshi's safety."

Neptune spoke.

"I will absolutely guarantee the princess's safety."

Jinbe gave a solemn guarantee.

"Then go ahead, but come back as soon as possible."

"yes!"

Jinbe nodded upon hearing this, then turned and quickly left the Dragon Palace.

After Jinbe left, Neptune went to the tower where Shirahoshi lived.

Although safety is guaranteed now, Shirahoshi seems to have gotten used to living here.

Moreover, Shirahoshi's timid and crybaby personality also left Neptune somewhat helpless.

"Who?"

A timid, childish voice echoed from inside the tower.

After Neptune spoke, a gasp rang out from the tower, and then the massive door was forcefully pushed open by a maid.

Even as a child, the enormous white star swam out.

"Let's go, I have something to tell you."

Before Shirahoshi could speak, Neptune reached out and took Shirahoshi's small hand, and then they entered the tower together.

A moment later, Bai Xing's little face was filled with terror.

She wouldn't dare leave Fishman Island, let alone the royal palace or this tower.

Seeing Shirahoshi's evasive gaze, Neptune's large beard twitched, then he sighed.

"That bad guy hasn't shown up for a long time. He's given up. You can go out freely from now on. This time, I'll have Jinbe protect you."

"Can we not go?"

Bai Xing spoke in a low voice, so low that it was almost inaudible.

"You really don't want to go?"

Seeing his daughter like this, Neptune hesitated.

Although he had made the decision before, he couldn't bear to let his daughter go out and be frightened if she insisted.

"Alright, there's still time before Jinbe returns. If you really don't want to go out, I'll let your brother go."

Neptune thought about it and then softened.

"I..."

Although Bai Xing is a little timid now, she is very smart and naturally saw through her father's thoughts, which made her hesitate.

But Shirahoshi was genuinely afraid to leave this place.

"Alright, I'll come see you again later. You can also try to walk around the Dragon Palace."

After Neptune left, Shirahoshi hugged her fishtail, her face full of hesitation.

To go out or not to go out, that is the question.

……

Sky Island.

boom!

Zoro was sent flying backward, his hand gripping the sword almost shakily.

Looking at the strange-looking guys in front of him, Zoro, who had slid backward a great distance, regained his footing.

"So strong!"

Zoro said through gritted teeth.

The white-haired girl opposite her wielded a powerful and heavy stick, and she used it with great skill and domineering aura.

Before he transformed, he could still put up a fight, but now that he's transformed, he can barely withstand a single move.

Indeed, there are many geniuses in this world; we must work even harder.

"Isn't this perfect!"

As Kuina spoke, she took a step forward, and two tails and cat ears appeared. A cluster of blue flames appeared in her hand, and as she drew her sword, the blue flames spread along the blade.

To be honest, his moves are somewhat similar to Dunn's.

Across from them, Yamato, with his spiked club slung over his shoulder, glared at Zoro and Kuina, then raised his left hand and scratched his head.

"They only stole some food, why are they chasing us?"

When Yamato said this, Junti and the others behind him, who had completed their transformations, nodded in agreement.

Yeah, why do we keep chasing after them?

You have to pay for your food.

Kuina was speechless when she saw what the white-haired girl opposite her said.

She turned her head and looked to the side, where a winged creature dressed in black was confronting Hawkeye not far away.

"We have no money."

Yamato answered honestly.

Guina's expression froze.

"Yes, we don't have any money."

The people behind Yamato suddenly realized what was happening and nodded again.

Kuina subconsciously wanted to raise her hand to scratch her hair as well.

"You've been tricked. If you don't have money, don't eat."

Zoro gave a reminder.

"Then you'll have to go hungry."

Yamato immediately retorted.

"nonsense!"

Kuina and Zoro spoke at the same time.

"Then we'll arrest you and figure out a way to make you pay."

Kuina said no more, and her figure suddenly rushed out at an extremely fast speed, so fast that only a faint afterimage could be seen.

when!

He raised his sword and swept it horizontally, then slashed at the spiked club that was wrapped in Armament Haki.

After a brief exchange, the blade flashed at Yamato's wrist, about to knock the spiked club away.

drink!

Yamato's heart tightened, and he instinctively reached out to grab the approaching knife.

Swish!

She felt a weight on her shoulders as two feet stepped on them, one hand pressed down on her head, and the other hand held a knife against her neck.

In the distance, Jin, who had noticed this scene, tried to turn to the side.

But then he realized that a sharp gaze had been fixed on him.

The feeling was that if he dared to move, the black knife would strike him in the next moment.

If he were at his peak, Jhin wouldn't be afraid to fight Hawkeye.

However, his sternum was shattered by Dunn's kick earlier. Although he was physically strong, his superhuman healing ability as a Zoan-type allowed him to recover somewhat from his injury.

However, he was no longer confident in his ability to fight the world's greatest swordsman.

"It's not that serious."

Jin hesitated for a moment before speaking.

He was somewhat speechless.

As the top commander of the Beasts Pirates, why did he end up in this situation just because he stole some food?

Moreover, after learning that this was a sky island, he asked Yamato and the others to keep quiet for the time being.

As a result, the group had been starving for a long time, and now that they had arrived at a place where they could easily find food, they naturally couldn't resist.

"You should be glad you didn't kill anyone here."

Hawkeye's hands hung naturally at his sides, his hawk-like eyes fixed on Ash.

"Otherwise, it wouldn't be me coming."

After Hawkeye finished speaking, he turned to look in Kuina's direction.

The blue flames were circling around Yamato, clearly indicating that the previous attack had failed to subdue him.

"She is no match for Yamato."

Jin spoke.

"Although she is quite strong, Yamato has already mastered the technique of Conqueror's Haki entangling, she just hasn't used it yet."