[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-one-piece-starting-by-finding-red-haired-s-sever":3,"chapter-one-piece-starting-by-finding-red-haired-s-sever-one-piece-starting-with-picking-up-shanks-severe-chapter-118":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","One Piece: Starting with Shanks' Severed Arm",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},2215639,3907,"Chapter 118: The Deterrence of Fame","one-piece-starting-with-picking-up-shanks-severe-chapter-118",118,"\u003Cp>Boom!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fist erupted with a terrifying shockwave, and the sea surface within a radius of several hundred meters around the *Rakumu* instantly sank into a bowl shape!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pfft, pfft, pfft, dark green blood immediately sprayed out like a waterfall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The super-large Sea King let out a shrill wail, and the severed tentacle twitched as it smashed onto the sea, raising countless thick water pillars.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it wasn't over yet!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano’s figure flashed, diving down along the severed tentacle, his right fist charging up again, pitch-black Armament Haki mixed with ripples spreading out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He plunged into the sea, his fist smashing fiercely onto the Sea King’s head as it emerged from the water:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get lost!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Weikoku: Modified!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thump!!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire sea area vibrated violently, and the terrifying impact force directly pierced through a thousand meters of seawater.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The octopus-like super-large Sea King’s eyes bulged, its hard skull made a tooth-aching cracking sound, and its massive body was forcibly blasted into the deep sea!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano shook the water off his body, descended gracefully from the sky, and stepped on the deck using Moon Walk.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The whirlpool currents had gradually dissipated, leaving only expanding ripples and dark green blood slowly floating to the surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As expected of Boss Siano.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker, who was steering, exhaled a smoke ring and sighed. \"Big guys like this are rare even in the Grand Line. A single tentacle is over a hundred meters wide; its body length must be five hundred.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A true island-level behemoth!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It couldn't even take Boss Siano’s second punch, ending up heavily injured and sinking into the sea, scared into a frantic escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be able to do this with pure physical strength alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the entire Marine Headquarters, one could probably count them on one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yay!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nami high-fived Nojiko, cheering and feeling incredibly lucky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That scene, which felt like the end of the world, was truly terrifying; they almost thought the entire *Rakumu* would be shattered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Good thing Big Brother was here to hold the fort!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This period of hard training didn't go to waste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano also looked around at the dark green sea and nodded with satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back on Thor Island, when he fought Akainu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he used \"Weikoku,\" he had to revert to his original true size, and one strike would drain nearly half his stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a trump card he was reluctant to use until the very last moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could already exert its power to the fullest while in his \"Paper Art Martial Body\" form.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And it consumed less than twenty percent of his stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even after combining it with the Ripple Fist technique, the upgraded \"Weikoku: Modified\" consumed less than thirty percent of his stamina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This meant that in future battles, he wouldn't need to worry so much when using this trump card.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Getting positive feedback every moment is just great!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back to training!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano lifted his leg to step into the cabin, but the giant waves raised by the storm caused the *Rakumu* to sway violently from side to side, and he stumbled, almost falling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hey, hey, hey, what are you doing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This isn't intentionally trying to obstruct and mess up my training plan, is it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black-haired boy bared his teeth and looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze was cast toward the thick black clouds in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't interfere with the weather; sailing on the sea, sunny days are an experience, and stormy days are also an experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’m in the middle of a good training session, and you have to go and cause me trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You’re really not sensible, Sea!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hum!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An invisible, terrifying pressure suddenly erupted!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Siano’s pupils, scarlet light burned like flames, and Conqueror’s Haki centered on him, soaring into the sky and sweeping outward!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rumble—!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The originally churning black clouds seemed to be torn apart by an invisible giant hand, and the thick clouds disintegrated inch by inch under the impact of the Haki, revealing the long-lost blue sky behind them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The downpour stopped abruptly, and the raging gale calmed down in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sea surface of the entire area returned to calm at a speed visible to the naked eye, as if the apocalyptic scene just now was merely a hallucination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sunlight shone down again, illuminating Siano and casting a golden outline around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Robin, who had just come to the deck from the library, happened to see the whole scene and narrowed her eyes slightly, stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can he even change the climate?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was her first time seeing the full eruption of Conqueror’s Haki.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker let go of the helm, lit two cigars, looked up at the suddenly clear sky, and the corners of his mouth lifted slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here it comes again...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to when they were in Loguetown, this Conqueror’s Haki was clearly much more formidable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This innate kingly quality cannot be strengthened by ordinary training methods, but it seems to be constantly becoming more terrifying due to the improvement of Boss Siano’s status and spirit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the bow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Continue sailing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano twisted his neck, dropped this sentence, and walked into the cabin as if nothing had happened, heading toward the training room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On this sea called \"Paradise.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could do whatever he wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mere storm no longer had the right to boss him around!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>————\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jaya Island, Mock Town tavern.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the window, it was drizzling, and the damp air made the wooden floor emit a faint musty smell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hawkeye Mihawk was still sitting in the corner by the window, the tequila glass in front of him already empty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't call the bartender for more, just stared fixedly at the empty glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...k\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him, Tashigi looked at the calendar on the bar, wanting to say something but hesitating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>————\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the *Rakumu*.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was late at night. Considering they hadn't held a banquet for a long time, Zeff was directing everyone to prepare ingredients. The deck was filled with barbecue grills and wine barrels, and the aroma was overflowing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano, who had been training hard all day, finally walked out of the training room satisfied. After a quick rinse, he changed his clothes and came to the deck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nojiko, who was standing in the lookout tower, suddenly narrowed her eyes:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, everyone, there seems to be someone over there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone looked in the direction she pointed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the reef group several nautical miles away, a broken large ship was half-submerged in the water, the hull tilted, the mast broken, and the edges crowded with disheveled survivors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did they encounter a shipwreck? There seem to be quite a few people, thirty or forty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeff looked back at Siano. \"Captain, should we go over and take a look?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano nodded without hesitation. \"Saving people is the priority.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker immediately adjusted the course, and the *Rakumu* quickly approached the ship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the distance closed, the situation on the distressed ship became clearer—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a passenger ship that had clearly been hit by the storm. The hull was damaged in many places, seawater was constantly pouring in, and the survivors were in rags, some floating while holding onto wooden boards, others clutching the ship's edge, their expressions terrified and desperate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And when they noticed from afar that a huge warship was sailing toward them, many were stunned at first, then erupted into cheers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We're, we're saved!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey—! Save us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please! The ship is about to sink!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, when the *Rakumu* truly drew near and the survivors on the ship saw the flag on the sail, the cheers stopped abruptly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In its place was a deathly silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That, that flag is...?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone’s eyes showed disbelief, and their face turned deathly pale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It can't be wrong, that guy at the bow...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A middle-aged man in noble attire stared fixedly at Siano at the bow, his voice trembling: \"It’s the Tachi Swordsman Siano, the man who occupied the headlines of the recent newspapers!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It really is him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That big pirate with a one-billion-berry bounty from the World Government?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, the survivors’ expressions changed from despair to deeper fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On this sea, pirates wouldn't save people for no reason, let alone monsters of this level!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many even began to shrink back, as if what was in front of them wasn't a savior, but a more terrifying disaster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker exhaled a smoke ring and sneered: \"It seems our reputation is scarier than the storm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m afraid it’s only better around Loguetown and Alabasta.\" Robin also shook her head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano stood at the bow, his gaze sweeping over the group, his expression calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The composition of the survivors on this passenger ship was quite complex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were jewel-bedecked nobles, wealthy merchants, plain-clothed civilians and sailors, and even a few strong men in shackles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Class was distinct, but in the face of a terrifying natural disaster, they were equally wretched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suddenly spoke, his voice not loud, but it made everyone tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Those who want to live, climb up yourselves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The survivors looked at each other, and for a moment, no one dared to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano raised an eyebrow. \"Do you need me to get off the ship and invite you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, we wouldn't dare!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, a sailor gritted his teeth, summoned his courage, and was the first to climb the rope ladder thrown down by the *Rakumu*.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker, biting his cigar, stood at the entrance of the rope ladder. Seeing the sailor was weak, he even reached out to help pull him up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, others followed suit. Although the nobles and wealthy merchants were terrified, under the threat of death, they eventually chose to board the ship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, more than thirty survivors were all rescued onto the deck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They huddled together, heads bowed, not daring to breathe, fearing that one careless move would anger these notorious big pirates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nami, who was grilling meat, looked at the trembling group and couldn't help but hold her forehead: \"Do we look that scary?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can't be helped. Big Brother’s limelight has been too strong lately, with a one-billion bounty hanging there; anyone would be afraid.\" Nojiko shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Robin stood to the side, her gaze sweeping over the group, finally landing on the few strong men in shackles in the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They kept their heads down, their bodies covered in whip marks, even more cowering than the other survivors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Slaves?\" she said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah, this...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A wealthy merchant wiped his sweat and apologized with a smile: \"Can't say it like that; it’s just that this Master Garde’s manor is short of a few gardeners. If you’re interested, beautiful lady, you can pick two for free...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shut up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano coldly interrupted him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The merchant shuddered and immediately lowered his head, silent as a cicada.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The key.\" Siano reached out his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I said, the key.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The merchant and the middle-aged noble named Garde exchanged glances, both of their faces changing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But under Siano’s gaze, they finally trembled and took out a bunch of keys.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano took them and tossed them to Robin: \"Here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Robin exchanged a look with him, smiled, took the keys, and walked toward the slaves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The survivors watched this scene with different expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged noble and the wealthy merchant looked ugly but didn't dare to speak;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>while the civilians and sailors were stunned, seemingly not expecting that the notoriously brutal big pirates in the rumors would actually do such a thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Th-thank you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The slaves who regained their freedom knelt on the ground, their voices choked with sobs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need.\" Robin smiled gently. \"On this ship, if you want to thank someone, you should thank our Captain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The slaves looked at Siano with gratitude, but the latter just waved his hand casually and turned to walk toward the dining table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uncle Zeff, prepare some food for them too.\" He said without looking back. \"You can't talk properly on an empty stomach.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood, Captain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zeff grinned, turned, and went to the kitchen. Shortly after, he brought out several large pots of steaming stew and bread.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The survivors looked at each other, unable to believe their eyes for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This... My lord, can we really eat this?\" a sailor swallowed his saliva and asked cautiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nonsense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smoker, biting his cigar, urged impatiently, \"If you don't dare to eat, then stay hungry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now no one hesitated anymore. The survivors swarmed up and began to wolf down the food. The nobles and wealthy merchants held their ground at first, but soon couldn't help but join the scramble for food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, eat slowly, don't choke to death.\" Nami couldn't help but remind them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you...\" someone responded incoherently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano sat by the dining table, supporting his chin with one hand, his gaze sweeping over the group calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where are you from?\" he asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"B-back to you, my lord...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wealthy merchant wiped his mouth and answered tremblingly, \"We operate entertainment venues in Water 7. We were originally going to Carnival City, but we encountered a storm halfway...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Water 7?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano became interested and raised an eyebrow. \"That place is the world’s number one shipbuilding island; the technology is good. How come your ship is so fragile?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He briefly estimated the timeline in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, Iceburg should have just finished integrating the seven shipyards and hadn't been mayor for long, and the CP9 group led by Rob Lucci had only infiltrated Water 7 a few months ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The merchant stammered, unable to speak for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lord!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strong man suddenly gritted his teeth and spoke, his voice filled with irrepressible anger. \"He’s lying to you! What Water 7? This ship isn't a normal passenger ship at all; it’s a disguised slave transport ship!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice echoed on the deck, and the survivors who were wolfing down food suddenly quieted down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some looked at each other in confusion, while the faces of the nobles and wealthy merchants changed instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What nonsense are you spouting!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged noble named Garde stood up abruptly, cold sweat seeping from his forehead. \"My lord, don't listen to this lowly person’s nonsense. We were just—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shut your mouth.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano’s voice was very light, but it made Garde choke and freeze in place, not daring to move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You continue.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lord. The reason it didn't last long in the storm is that this ship was severely overloaded!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strong man took a deep breath and continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This ship originally carried over four hundred slaves. The bottom of the hold was full of iron cages. When the storm came this morning, they were locked below, without even a chance to escape!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Only we, the strong and superior goods, were brought before that noble master for inspection, so we became the lucky ones who survived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His voice was a bit choked. \"They were like us, originally fellow villagers from the same small island. After the hull broke, the seawater instantly filled the bottom hold. I watched them struggle in the iron cages and finally be swallowed by the whirlpool...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The strong man finally couldn't hold it back, tears streaming down his face, and he looked up and wailed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sea breeze blew, and the deck fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, what’s going on? That’s over four hundred people...\" Smoker bit his cigar, staring at the middle-aged noble, his voice cold. \"Just like that, they’re gone?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If they hadn't been locked in iron cages, it wouldn't have come to this.\" Robin also sighed softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Waaaaah!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nami was so angry that she trembled all over. *Swish!* Raging flames suddenly burned on her hair, and she clenched her fists. \"What scum! Don't stop me; I must burn these few bad guys to ashes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No one is stopping you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nojiko’s expression was gloomy, her body surging with cold air, her eyebrows and hair turning frost-white. \"But give me half.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn, these two little girls are also monsters!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several wealthy merchants and nobles were startled and retreated a few steps in panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged noble named Garde turned back and desperately signaled to the few surviving thugs and guards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The few thugs exchanged glances, smiled sheepishly at him, and squatted back down, pretending to know nothing and continuing to gnaw on bread.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Useless trash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garde cursed furiously in his heart. If it weren't for his loyal guard captain, a Devil Fruit user, falling into the sea during the storm and his life or death being unknown...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>where would he need to rely on these guys!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the orange-haired girl burning with flames approaching step by step, Garde was just in fear when he suddenly heard the wealthy merchant next to him shout:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look, to the southwest, there’s a warship! It’s approaching us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A warship?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone on the deck was stunned and turned to look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, on the distant sea level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the moonlight, they could see a large warship flying the Marine flag sailing at full speed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great! It’s the Marines!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With a warship of this scale, the leader is at least a Rear Admiral, maybe even a Vice Admiral!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The nobles and wealthy merchants, who had originally looked like death, were suddenly overjoyed. Garde jumped up excitedly and waved desperately at the warship:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I recognize this warship; it’s the flagship of Rear Admiral Alan of the G-2 Branch. I even exchanged pleasantries with him at a tea party! Help!! Mr. Alan, I’m here! Save us quickly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, on the opposite Marine warship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rear Admiral Alan!\" A Marine soldier ran into the command room in a hurry. \"A pirate ship has been spotted ahead! It’s... it’s the *Rakumu*!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What ship?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Marine Rear Admiral, who was drinking tea, had his expression change drastically. He stood up abruptly, not even noticing the tea spilling all over himself. \"The *Rakumu*, are you sure you didn't see wrong?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Th... thousand percent sure!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soldier’s expression was excited. \"The logo on the sail is exactly the same as on the wanted poster, and we have already confirmed that the person standing at the bow is indeed the Tachi Swordsman Siano himself!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rear Admiral Alan swallowed his saliva, his face instantly turning deathly pale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Siano!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A one-billion-berry big pirate!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A legendary monster who killed two Warlords of the Sea and whom Admiral Akainu couldn't take down even after going out personally!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Me fight Siano?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a pipe dream. An opponent of this level is simply not something he, a mere Rear Admiral, can handle!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Quick! Turn around!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rear Admiral Alan almost roared the order. \"Retreat at full speed! Immediately! Right now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But, Rear Admiral!\" The Marine soldier was stunned and hesitated. \"There seem to be survivors from a distressed ship over there, calling for our help...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can't worry about that anymore, you idiot!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rear Admiral Alan’s forehead was covered in cold sweat. \"Do you want to die! Even if I went out personally, what difference would I be from an ordinary Marine in front of that man? We’d just be throwing our lives away if we go up there. Turn around immediately!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although many Marine soldiers on the warship couldn't bear it, military orders were like mountains, and they could only execute them quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, under the disbelieving eyes of Garde and the wealthy merchants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warship that had originally been sailing aggressively suddenly made a sharp turn, raising huge waves, and fled into the distance without looking back...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deck fell into an eerie silence again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The smiles that had just appeared on the faces of Garde and the wealthy merchants froze instantly, the fire of hope in their eyes gradually extinguished, replaced by deeper fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those were elite Marines from the G-series branch... they didn't even dare to come over and take a look, and just fled like that?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Also a bunch of useless trash!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did they just forget their duties like that?!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems your saviors aren't very reliable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them came the sneers of two young girls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garde’s body shook like chaff. He turned back and saw two figures, one ice and one fire, approaching step by step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were clearly pretty and lovely girls, but the hateful expressions on their faces at this moment, in his eyes, were more terrifying than demons from hell:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, it’s our turn to help those poor people who died on the seabed to settle the score with you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>",3417,"2026-06-17T09:11:17.866Z","2026-06-18T03:30:09.135Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","659cdc2a35b01fea8e60735ea4ab06da44993127b4439cab3090f21d1f48753c","one-piece-starting-with-picking-up-shanks-severe-chapter-119","one-piece-starting-by-finding-red-haired-s-sever-chapter-117",139,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fone-piece-starting-with-shanks-severed-arm-cover.jpg"]