One Piece: Rayquaza of the Beasts Pirates

Page One, though calmer, still had red eyes as she approached Hanafuda and softly called out, "Daddy~"

Only then did the tough young men and women reveal a hint of their softer side.

Kane tactfully stepped aside, leaving the family alone.

Brub brub brub.

Kane wanted to explore Beehive Island first, but the Den Den Mushi in his arms suddenly rang.

He took out a Den Den Mushi and answered the call.

A cold voice came from the other side.

“It’s me, Jin.”

"Is something the matter?" Kane asked.

"The Charlotte family has declared war on us."

Since Kane joined, Kaido felt he had enough strength and changed his retreating attitude, starting to let his pirates expand their territory.

As some expand their territory, others inevitably shrink it.

This time, the target of the conflict was a group of middle-aged women.

Jin explained what had happened, which can be summarized as follows: the Beast Pirates' expansion goals overlapped with those of the Big Mom Pirates, and neither side was willing to give way.

Therefore, the arrival of war was obvious.

Although Kaido and Charlotte Linlin have a good, even intimate, relationship in private, they are both people who keep their personal and professional lives separate and will not let their personal feelings hinder the development of their crew.

"I understand." Kane clicked the phone and hung up the Den Den Mushi.

The Charlotte family.

It's a bit tricky.

Kane scratched the back of his head; he was already starting to miss the peaceful life in Wano Country.

Both being emperors of the sea, Big Mom's crew would actually be stronger than the Beasts Pirates at this point if Kane hadn't joined them halfway through.

Apart from the youngest Snag and Smoothie, the other two Sweet Commanders, who are in their thirties, are basically at the peak of their combat power.

In addition, ministers such as Perospero, Comppert, Dafu, and Owen were not easy to deal with.

With their many equally capable brothers and sisters, this pirate crew is definitely a silver medalist in the New World.

And what about the Beast Pirates?

In the original timeline, besides Kaido, the Beast Pirates only had King as a high-level combatant.

Quinn's abilities are more reflected in technology; his actual combat prowess is not top-tier.

Next up is the young and inexperienced Jack.

Although the future Flying Six have gathered five members, the combat strength of Ulti and Page One, who have not yet grown up, is questionable.

There was no sign of the artificial Zoan-type army or the Barbarians.

In other words, Kane's arrival greatly strengthened the Beasts.

Not only did they get a new big signboard, but they also got a Yamato whose strength is no less than Quinn's.

With the addition of these two, this battle can be fought.

Kane returned to the tavern.

"Although we don't want to bother you, we don't have time."

Kane relayed the news to the three of them.

Unexpectedly, Runti showed extreme excitement.

"I've finally waited for this day!"

Even Page Van, who had been somewhat sullen, revealed a hint of excitement in his eyes.

Hanafuda nodded slightly, seemingly quite satisfied with her child's performance.

"This is the Devil Fruit I promised to give to Kaido."

Hanafuda beckoned with his finger, and his subordinates behind him brought over three small boxes and placed them in front of Kane.

"All three are common animal types, namely the reticulated python form, the meerkat form, and the cattle form."

They're all common species, no wonder they dared to show them off so openly.

Kane suddenly realized.

Nevertheless, Kane overlooked the allure of Devil Fruits to pirates.

The appearance of the words "Devil Fruit" instantly attracted the attention of all the pirates in the tavern.

They stared intently at the three small boxes on the table, their greed almost consuming Kane.

A bunch of small fry.

Kane gave them a disdainful look and opened the small box to inspect it himself.

What good stuff could a pirate have who would even covet such a trashy Devil Fruit?

“No problem. It’s a pleasure doing business with you.” Kane closed the lid and casually tossed the small box to Runti and Page One.

He was only responsible for receiving the goods; payment was Jin's job.

After saying goodbye to their father, Runti and Paget left with Kane.

"Boss, should we send someone..."

Hanafuda's men scanned the tavern and discovered that several groups of people had left with Kane and his men.

The purpose is self-evident.

"No need. Even I feel a sense of danger emanating from that man."

Hanafuda (flower cards) shakes its head.

Moreover, he believed that Kaido wouldn't send an incompetent person.

On the sea three kilometers from Beehive Island.

The Sky Piercing Steed trod over countless ship fragments and headed toward Brad Island.

"Damn Kane, you acted way too fast!" Runti leaned against the ship's railing, gazing at the ravaged sea.

She also wanted to get some exercise.

"What's the point of those small-time pirates? The real big ones are yet to come."

As Kane spoke, he used his ability to summon a gale to accelerate the Sky Piercer.

Jhin didn't give him much time.

"Are we about to go to war with the Charlotte family?"

Violet swallowed nervously.

This is so exciting!

She's only been with the team for less than two weeks, and she's already playing high-level games?

Kane patted Violet on the shoulder, comforting her, "Don't worry, this is just a fight over a small island. Neither Mr. Kaido nor Charlotte Linlin will interfere."

If two emperors had to fight over a small island, then emperors would be too cheap.

In fact, the Auntie Gang may not have been entirely without the intention of testing the Beast Gang's strength during this war.

This relates to the status of the two pirate crews in the New World.

The conditions are just right now; without the two major powers intervening, the intensity of the war can be controlled.

Chapter 30 The Navy in Action

Just as Kane was heading to the battlefield, another undercurrent in the New World began to surge and churn.

On the edge of the Red Line, near one end of the Grand Line.

A formidable island stands here.

In front of the island lies a wide, crescent-shaped bay harbor, lined with warships.

Behind the port is a huge plaza, and beyond that plaza stands a towering building.

Above the main entrance, two powerful characters gleamed in the sunlight.

navy!

This island is Marineford, a symbol of peace during the "Great Pirate Era" in the hearts of the world.

"Marshal of the Warring States Period! Latest intelligence from the New World!"

Inside the headquarters building, a naval captain with a tense expression, holding intelligence documents, hurriedly knocked on the heavy oak door of the Marshal's office.

There are five people in the room.

Behind the large desk sat a man. He had a striking black afro, frog-like glasses perched on his nose, and his long beard was meticulously braided into a plait.

A naval admiral, a strategist during the Warring States period.

An elderly woman with gray hair but a sprightly demeanor sat on the sofa to the left of the desk.

Navy Chief of Staff, Vice Admiral He.

Directly in front of the desk, three men with very different styles occupied another sofa.

One had short, naturally curly black hair and a slightly casual demeanor; another wore a navy cap, had a serious expression, and a rose corsage on his chest; and the third had curly black hair, a green eye patch on his forehead, and eyes that seemed half-asleep.

"Vice Admiral Tsuru! Admiral Kizaru! Admiral Akainu! Admiral Aokiji!"

The colonel was unaware that so many high-ranking officials had gathered here, and hurriedly saluted them one by one.

"What intelligence?" Sengoku asked.

The colonel realized what was happening and immediately handed the document to Sengoku, reporting: "G-5 branch reports that they have discovered unusual activity from the Beasts Pirates and the Big Mom Pirates. They are gathering their forces and converging on a small island."

Upon hearing this, everyone present became solemn.