Chapter 552

This matter was nothing short of a nightmare for Luffy.

"How could the Flame-Burning Heaven Art be in the hands of Tang Tang Tang Mingge? What do I do? This is the only relic my brother left behind," Wang Luffy muttered to himself.

"Luffy, isn't the Flame-Burning Heaven Art your brother's cultivation technique?" Zhuge Zhuge Zhuge Lanqi also recalled this fact.

"Ah! That's right! Zhuge Zhuge Zhuge Lanqi! I want the Flame-Burning Heaven Art! Even though I have already practiced this ancient secret manual, I absolutely do not want Ace's ability to be obtained by some inexplicable guy!"

Wang Luffy clenched his fists and said earnestly to Zhuge Zhuge Zhuge Lanqi.

"Looking at it this way, Tang Tang Tang Mingge has indeed set a trap for you, but we cannot afford to miss this opportunity! Let's go! Luffy! Let us go to the venue of the World's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament and take a look!"

…

Meanwhile.

In the center of Desa City, at the venue of the World's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament.

Countless citizens were rushing toward this place; this was an unprecedented grand event of the martial arts world.

Not only could they witness the demeanor of martial arts heroes with their own eyes, but they also had the chance to win generous bets!

Outside the martial arts arena.

A puppet soldier with one leg missing blocked a group of children!

"All of you, back off! This is not something you kids can watch! Get away quickly, or don't blame me for being impolite!"

The puppet soldier said viciously to the many children.

At this moment, a little girl stood out, pointing at the soldier in front of her with a milky voice, saying indignantly.

"Why should only we leave while they don't? Move aside, we must visit the martial arts tournament today!"

Hearing the little girl's words, the surrounding children immediately showed excitement and echoed repeatedly: "That's right, we must visit the martial arts tournament today, move aside, hurry up and move aside!"

"At such a young age, you are already keen on fighting and killing; this is not good! If you don't leave now, don't blame me for being impolite!"

Having said that, the puppet soldier brandished the wooden sword in his hand!

"Tch! What's so great about you? We'll leave then!"

Seeing this, the little girl couldn't help but curl her lips.

She then led her group of followers and left dejectedly.

"Look! That's the puppet soldier wanted by the City Lord's Mansion! Brothers, let's catch him!"

A patrol squad passed by and discovered the wanted puppet soldier, immediately shouting and making a scene.

"What are you doing?" The puppet soldier glared at the patrol guards: "Get lost!"

"Hehe, of course, it's to trade you for some wine money," a patrolman said with a smile, reaching out to control him.

"You're courting death!" The puppet soldier dodged the patrolman's attack with a flash and instead kicked him to the ground.

Taking advantage of the gap, he turned and ran away directly.

"Ouch, this little brat actually dares to run! Chase him!"

Seeing the puppet soldier fleeing, the patrolmen hurriedly chased after him.

Inside the venue, the audience seats were already packed with people.

On the stage, the person responsible for hosting this World's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament was a middle-aged man wearing a white training suit.

This middle-aged man was speaking eloquently.

"The World's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament is a grand event in the martial arts world that happens once every ten years. Master Tang Tang Tang Mingge, in order to better develop the martial arts world, has specially invited heroes from all sides to participate! Therefore, today, besides our Desa City, powerful martial artists from nearby towns have also arrived one after another!"

After the middle-aged man finished speaking, the entire martial arts square erupted in heated cheers!

"Hahaha! Finally waited for this day; these past few days have been boring to death."

"The World's Greatest Martial Arts Tournament! I have lived for so long and have never seen it; today I must broaden my horizons!"

"I heard that the first prize this time is extremely tempting. If I can get an ancient secret manual, I will definitely be able to step into the Grandmaster realm."

"Grandmaster, I have practiced hard for half my life and have always found it difficult to enter the Grandmaster realm. If I can break through, this life will be worth it."

Watching the audience's enthusiasm, the middle-aged man showed a satisfied expression and then continued.

"Of course, Master Tang Tang Tang Mingge has also brought out a generous gift to reward the martial artist who takes first place in this tournament!

I believe everyone remembers the war between the Whitebeard Gang and the Imperial Guards in the Forbidden City two years ago! This generous gift is the ancient secret manual of Wang Ace, who died in the Forbidden City—the Flame-Burning Heaven Art."

After hearing this introduction, the entire square erupted in a shocking uproar; everyone was deeply stunned.

Especially those teenagers, who were extremely jealous and wished they could rush onto the ring to snatch the Flame-Burning Heaven Art!

That was the elemental Flame-Burning Heaven Art, an ancient secret manual that every martial artist dreamed of.

Anyone who could practice this technique would surely become a titan in the martial arts world in the future!

There was even hope of breaking through the shackles of the Great Grandmaster and stepping into the legendary realm of Land Immortals!

Over at Liu Suo, Ma Sanji, and Jinwei Sect's side.

They were constantly chasing the monster that stole the Autumn Water Sword on the streets of Desa City.

"You stop right there, you monster thief!" Liu Suo shouted, his eyes fixed firmly ahead.

However, at a corner, the opponent had already vanished.

"This is really infuriating!" Liu Suo stomped his feet and said: "There are too many alleys in this town!"

"Isn't it because you are too much of a pathfinder? To think I actually believed you and followed you all the way here! Now it's good, we can't find its tracks again!"

Ma Sanji, standing beside him, looked at Liu Suo with disgust.

"Hey, what are you saying, you lecherous cook?" Liu Suo glared at Ma Sanji with dissatisfaction.

Ma Sanji snorted coldly and turned his head to see a group of people surrounding a stage.

In the middle of the stage, a young girl walked out slowly, biting a peony flower.

As soon as she appeared, bursts of applause and cheers erupted around her.

Ma Sanji was attracted by this girl full of exotic charm, and his legs walked toward her direction involuntarily.

His heart began to beat faster, and the blood in his whole body seemed to be flowing out of his pores; his cheeks were burning.

Liu Suo frowned as he watched Ma Sanji's departing back, ignoring him, and continued to run toward the location of the monster thief.

"Miss Peony! Miss Peony! We love you!"

"Miss Peony! We will always support you!"

The male audience under the stage shouted excitedly, sending blessings to Peony.

"Thank you all for your love."

Hearing the shouts of the men under the stage, Peony responded with a sweet smile.

Suddenly, she felt a scorching gaze fall upon her. She looked up slightly and saw Ma Sanji, who was dressed in black.

Ma Sanji looked at the stunningly beautiful girl on the stage, his whole heart almost melting; he wished he could hold her in his arms.

Ma Sanji stared blankly, his mouth slightly open: "Is she... is she looking at me?"

Thinking of this, he was even more excited: "Could it be that she has developed a good impression of me?"

Ma Sanji couldn't help but fantasize that after he and Peony were married, the two would enjoy family happiness together, living lovingly, sticking together every moment; such a life was simply too happy!

Then, Peony began to dance passionately.

Her light and soft body swayed with the music, and every gesture and movement revealed endless charm and temptation...

"Wow, that's amazing!"

Ma Sanji couldn't help but exclaim, his eyes fixed on Peony on the stage, his mouth becoming dry!

Peony smiled slightly at Ma Sanji, gave him a wink, and even threw the peony flower she was biting in her mouth toward Ma Sanji.

【This is truly a fatal blow for Ma Sanji!】

【Such a beauty is too foul, Ma Sanji absolutely cannot refuse!】

【Truly worthy of being the city of passion, Desa City! Even the beauties are so passionate and hot!】

【Hehe! This time Ma Sanji is probably going to kneel under Peony's pomegranate skirt!】

【Ma Sanji, just submit to this beautiful Miss Peony!】

Ma Sanji was bewitched by Peony's charming demeanor; he stood blankly on the spot, completely unresponsive.

Fortunately, it was Kin'emon who patted him on the shoulder: "Sanji, don't forget the purpose of our coming here!"

Jinwei Sect reminded him, which finally woke Ma Sanji up.

"Yes, we still have things to do!"

Ma Sanji replied hurriedly, then looked around: "That damn moss-head! He actually left by himself! This kind of jerk is just unreliable!"

"Alright, Sanji, let's go find the Autumn Water Sword first."