Chapter 331: Shocked Jinbe! The terrifying influence of the Ninja Guild!

Sabaody Archipelago.

The main conference hall was very large, and many people had gathered here, but it didn't seem crowded at all.

In the crowd, Jinbe was just about to sit down when he suddenly widened his eyes and called out in disbelief: "Brother, Queen Otohime?"

On the other side, Fisher Tiger, who was sitting with Neptune and the others, looked over, a smile appearing on his face as he greeted: "Yo, it’s Jinbe, long time no see!"

Queen Otohime beside him also smiled and nodded at Jinbe.

However, Jinbe was completely dumbfounded.

What is the situation?

Aren't Brother Fisher and Queen Otohime dead? Am I hallucinating because I haven't woken up yet?!

However, he noticed that Neptune was chatting and laughing with Queen Otohime; clearly, he wasn't hallucinating.

Could it be that someone is impersonating Brother Fisher and Queen Otohime?

Questions surfaced in Jinbe’s mind one after another, almost causing his brain to crash.

At this time, Jinbe slapped Aladdin, who was also dazed beside him, and asked: "Does it hurt?"

"It hurts!"

Aladdin looked blank. Why did Jinbe hit him?

Of course, like Jinbe, he was more concerned about why Fisher Tiger and Queen Otohime, who had clearly been dead for many years, appeared here.

Finally, under the explanation of Neptune and the others, Jinbe and Aladdin learned about everything that had happened on Fish-Man Island before.

When they learned that Neptune and the others had almost been executed by Hody Jones, they both wanted to kill in anger, but the subsequent events made them even more shocked as they listened.

In the end, the two finally figured everything out.

But even so, the expressions on their faces remained unable to calm down, and they still felt as if everything was a dream.

They had naturally heard of Lin Xuan’s great name for a long time, especially the execution of the Celestial Dragons, which made them, as fish-men, feel extremely satisfied.

Over the years, many fish-men had been used as slaves, auctioned, played with, and finally died miserably by the Celestial Dragons!

Precisely because of this, Jinbe brought people to attend the World Conference held by the Ninja Guild this time.

Although Jinbe didn't know what the Edo Tensei that Brother Fisher Tiger and the others were talking about was, the means of resurrecting the dead was simply like a god.

At this moment, Jinbe’s awe for Lin Xuan grew deeper, and he felt fortunate that he hadn't made enemies with the Ninja Guild after the war on the Sabaody Archipelago!

Soon, Jinbe chatted happily with Fisher Tiger and the others, and upon learning from Jinbe about the situation of the Sun Pirates over the years, Fisher Tiger was also filled with emotion!

However, what they were talking about actually revolved around Lin Xuan and the Ninja Guild, because in fact, the biggest event in these few years was what had happened in the Ninja Guild!

During the conversation, Jinbe’s gaze couldn't help but scan and look around, and soon a look of surprise appeared on his face again.

There are so many big shots here!

The most conspicuous were naturally Whitebeard, Roger, Rayleigh, Red Hair Shanks, and others, and Jinbe also recognized many people who were kings or princesses of various countries!

Besides that, he also saw many acquaintances, such as Empress Hancock. Now that Kuja Island was under the protection of the Ninja Guild, he wasn't surprised to see the Empress here.

And the man in the windbreaker sitting in the center, Jinbe recognized at a glance that he was the Revolutionary Army’s Monkey D. Dragon, and beside him was the Revolutionary Army’s Chief of Staff, Sabo.

In addition, the okama king Emporio Ivankov was also there, and sitting beside him was Bartholomew Kuma, who, like himself, had once been one of the Warlords of the Sea.

Since the previous war on the Sabaody Archipelago, Bartholomew Kuma had gone missing, and many thought he was dead. He didn't expect to see him here.

However, seeing him again, Jinbe found that Bartholomew Kuma’s changes were not small; the most obvious was that his face was richer in emotional color than before!

Soon, Jinbe saw someone who surprised him: the Corrupt King, Avalo Pizarro!

He didn't expect him to come too. ### CHAPTER 577

But he was soon relieved. Not long ago, Impel Down was destroyed by Lin Xuan, and the prisoners who had been locked inside were all released.

Before, Avalo Pizarro had been locked in Level 6. Even when Straw Hat and Sabo were causing trouble in Impel Down, he hadn't been released. It wasn't until Impel Down was destroyed that he was released!

Besides that, also released were Catarina Devon, Sanjuan Wolf, and Douglas Bullet; they had all arrived at the scene!

Looking at so many familiar powerhouses around, if an ordinary guy saw such a scene, he would probably be scared to death. There were really too many big shots here!

Jinbe couldn't help but exclaim: "The Ninja Guild’s influence is truly too great!"

At this moment, the scene was a bit noisy. Many of them were great pirates, who were rough people themselves, so there were no rules when sitting together, and they each found people to chat with loudly.

Some with hot tempers were even about to fight while talking.

However, after Otsutsuki Kaguya and Konan appeared, many people became quiet instantly. How could they dare to mess around here!

Now many people were truly afraid of Otsutsuki Kaguya and Konan; the previous live broadcast had left too deep an impression on them!

With the appearance of Kaguya Otsutsuki and Konan, the atmosphere on the field suddenly became somewhat oppressive.

Seeing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but heave a sigh of relief.

Most of the people who came to attend the World Conference were big shots; relying on an old man like him alone really wouldn't be enough to hold down the fort.

After all, his performance in the previous two wars wasn't particularly outstanding, so these people wouldn't be wary of him.

Kaguya Otsutsuki and Konan were different; just a few days ago, one used a billion paper bombs and nearly blew the bald Monk to death, and the other easily defeated the Five Elders combined.

The women of the Ninja Guild are not to be trifled with!

Including Whitebeard and Roger, everyone present was wary of their strength, especially Kaguya Otsutsuki!

Therefore, after they appeared, no one dared to cause trouble anymore.

However, as time passed, the conference hall remained quiet, the atmosphere becoming increasingly oppressive, to the point where some people were holding their breath until their faces turned red.

At this moment, space suddenly rippled, and immediately after, two figures appeared in the open space in the center of the hall, instantly drawing everyone's attention!

The person who arrived was Lin Xuan, who had just returned from outside. As for Conis, who had been by his side, she went off to attend to her own business after returning to Sabaody Archipelago.

As for Fire Fist Ace, he was currently being held in Lin Xuan's hand, and was then tossed directly back to Whitebeard!

This left Whitebeard, Marco, and the others looking completely bewildered. Didn't Ace go to hunt down Blackbeard? How did he end up with Guild Leader Lin?

However, they didn't have time to ask for details; now that Lin Xuan had appeared, it meant today's meeting had officially begun.

Lin Xuan scanned the scene, the corners of his mouth curling up. He was quite satisfied that so many people had come to attend the World Conference!

"First of all, I want to thank everyone for coming to this meeting. I won't waste time with unnecessary pleasantries; I assume you have all more or less guessed the purpose of my holding this World Conference!" Lin Xuan said with a smile.

Afterwards, he didn't bother with any formal rhetoric and got straight to the point: "My purpose in gathering everyone here today is actually very simple: to establish the New Era Alliance and invite you all to join!"

Hearing this, the people in the hall became somewhat restless.

Although many had long since guessed Lin Xuan's intent, they were still somewhat surprised to hear him say it out loud.

Soon, someone raised a question. It was Monkey D. Dragon, who asked: "Guild Leader Lin, I wonder what responsibilities we would need to shoulder if we joined the alliance? And what benefits would there be for us?"

Clearly, Lin Xuan had already discussed this with him; this was just a formality to let him bring it up for everyone to understand.

Lin Xuan smiled calmly and said: "The alliance is actually more about cooperation. After you join the alliance, you will have a cooperative relationship with the Ninja Guild. The Ninja Guild will not interfere with your development, nor will you need to pay taxes. Additionally, you will receive the protection and assistance of the Ninja Guild, as well as priority in matters like mercenary missions!"

"As for the responsibilities you need to shoulder, first of all, no faction that joins the alliance is allowed to engage in arson, murder, or looting. Otherwise, the Ninja Guild will not only revoke its protection but will also severely punish them!"

Having said this, Lin Xuan scanned the people present and said: "I want a cooperative alliance, not a group of thugs who kill, burn, and commit all kinds of evil. If you cannot accept this, you may leave now!"

The scene was silent. Everyone looked at Lin Xuan, but no one left.

Those who come here to attend the meeting are no simple people; for the most part, they disdain such base behaviors as murder and arson.

Within the crowd, the expressions of the "Corrupt King" Avalo Pizarro, Catarina Devon, and a few others shifted; they struggled for a moment, but in the end, they still did not leave!

"Very well. Since everyone can accept this, let us move on to the second point!" Lin Xuan smiled faintly.

In truth, he knew that among these people, some might not actually comply, but that did not matter; when the time came, he would simply find a few to make an example of!

"You are all aware of the current relationship between the Ninja Guild and the World Government; it can be said to be as incompatible as fire and water. Perhaps in the near future, a great war will break out..."

"The establishment of the New Era Alliance this time is for the purpose of waging war against the World Government. When the time comes, you will need to follow the orders and commands of the Ninja Guild!" Lin Xuan said calmly.

Upon hearing this, the expressions of many people below shifted slightly.

Lin Xuan’s words just now could not have been clearer: if one joins the New Era Alliance, one must become an enemy of the World Government and will inevitably engage in battle with them!

Many factions on the scene had already known this, such as the Whitebeard Pirates, Roger and Rayleigh, and the Red-Haired Pirates.

Previously, they had already been preparing for the upcoming battle!

However, some kings of smaller nations who had come to attend the meeting on a whim began to hesitate.

Obtaining the protection of the Ninja Guild held great appeal for these small nations; many of the countries present had come precisely for this reason. If they could have the Ninja Guild’s protection, it would undoubtedly be the best outcome for them.

Yet, when it came to sending troops to fight the World Government, these people retreated a bit. After all, the World Government had ruled this world for eight hundred years, and its roots were deep in their hearts!

However, Lin Xuan did not give them much more time to choose. If they wanted the Ninja Guild’s protection and wanted to gain power in the future New World Government, but did not want to put in the effort, how could such a good thing exist?

If they wanted to reap the rewards without sowing, then sorry, they could only leave!

Finally, there were still a few small nations that were unwilling to have a direct confrontation with the World Government and chose to leave.

Regarding this, Lin Xuan did not care.

The number of factions on the scene that chose to join the alliance had actually already exceeded his expectations.

With this, the New Era Alliance was officially established!

Next, after discussing the subsequent matters of action, the meeting for the day finally concluded. Many people left the Sabaody Archipelago that same day to make final preparations for the upcoming plans!