"This is CP0's intelligence."
The Elders gathered for another high-level meeting; their expressions no longer as composed as usual.
Across the seas, hundreds of Ryujiro had appeared in various locations, and most crucially, Ryujiro had indeed eliminated those pirates.
For the Elders, the elimination of pirates was not a good thing. It disrupted the order of the seas. Without pirate invasions, countries would no longer seek the World Government's protection.
An unexpected development had occurred.
Following the attempted assassination of the Celestial Dragons, the World Government had been fully investigating the Espada organization.
They finally discovered the Espada' base and sent CP0 to handle the matter. CP0 members were close to or at the level of Admirals.
However, the result was unexpected: all CP0 personnel were annihilated upon entering the horrific Ship.
This news was hard for the Elders to accept, and they fell into silence.
They also recalled that the Thriller Bark had previously been Moria's territory, and Moria's death was caused by the White Demon Pirates.
Could the Espada be connected to the White Demon Pirates?
"What are your thoughts on the recent events?"
"The situation has escalated beyond control. That guy's abilities are too bizarre."
"Moreover, his clones possess overwhelming strength.
Recently, other countries have submitted documents to withdraw from cooperation with the government. If this continues, the government will no longer be able to control the seas."
"The White Demon Pirates, with their own strength, have broken the status quo maintained for hundreds of years. Even Rocks didn't have such capability."
The Elder dressed in a deep red suit and sporting short blonde hair looked grave.
Previously, they considered the Rocks incident as one of the most challenging events for the World Government, but now, a new era has brought the White Demon Pirates, posing a greater threat than the Rocks Pirates.
Perhaps they should not wait passively but take the initiative.
The Elders were not weak. Although aging, their strength could still match that of the Four Emperors.
Their hesitation was due to their high position and their dependency on power.
Even with Uranus, the Elders did not dare to be careless.
But now, the situation was urgent, and they could no longer afford to deliberate.
At this moment, a subordinate of the Elders entered the room.
"Elders, those Celestial Dragons are causing trouble again."
Upon hearing this, the Elders' expressions darkened. Not those guys again.
A group of useless, drunkards—if not for their being descendants of that particular individual, the Elders would have expelled them from the Holy Land long ago.
"Continue to refuse them with the same words."
The Elder with the mustache said impatiently.
"I did, but those Celestial Dragons refuse to listen and insist on meeting you."
"The subordinate tried to advise them, but they refused to listen."
The subordinate looked troubled. With the Celestial Dragons being so high in status, he could only say a few words.
If the Celestial Dragons were angered, even the Elders might not be able to save his life.
Anger flickered on the faces of the five Elders.
"Those useless pieces of trash!"
The Elder with glasses gritted his teeth, tightly clutching his first-generation sword.
To everyone on the seas, Celestial Dragons were nothing but trash, and even the Elders shared this view.
The death of a Celestial Dragon did not stir their hearts, but it would cause loss to the reputation of the World Government.
Why didn't the Espada wipe out all the Celestial Dragons?
At that moment, a massive shadow cast over the Holy Land Mary Geoise. The Ark Maxim appeared above the Holy Land.
Panic erupted in the Holy Land as the massive ark was seen in the sky.
The CP organization and Navy stationed in Mary Geoise displayed expressions of terror upon seeing the Ark Maxim.
"It's the White Demon Pirates!"
"Sound the alarm!"
"The White Demon Pirates are invading the Holy Land!"
On the deck of the Ark Maxim, a tall figure appeared—Boa Hancock, the Pirate Empress.
When Hancock boarded, even Ryujiro was somewhat surprised, but considering he had already killed Celestial Dragons, it seemed normal.
Having Hancock, such a stunning beauty, on board was a pleasing sight for the White Demon Pirates.
However, Hancock's enthusiasm towards him was somewhat confusing. While Hinata occasionally cast glances, she had never said anything.
This left Ryujiro somewhat puzzled about Hinata's feelings.
Ryujiro looked at the Celestial Dragons' residence and said calmly, "The rest of you, enter the Holy Land and capture the Celestial Dragons."
"I'll handle the Elders with Hinata."
"Though there's Kong in the Holy Land, I believe in both of your abilities."
Ryujiro was speaking to Kun and Carmen. Their Devil Fruits had reached their limits, and their strength was not inferior to Marine Admirals.
Their physical skills, though not at their peak, were at the level of Marine Admirals, and their use of Haki was no longer as awkward as before.
Saint Rosward was riding his slave, heading to a Celestial Dragon meeting when he was stopped by Lucci, dressed in black.
"Who's this brat? This is the Celestial Dragons' residence. Who let you in?"
"You filthy, lowly commoner dare to step into the great Celestial Dragons' territory?"
Finger Pistol!
Saint Rosward's words were cut short as an invisible shockwave shattered his bubble helmet, creating a gaping blood hole in the center of his forehead.
Saint Rosward's brain matter and blood flowed down as he stared in disbelief.
In his final moments, he couldn't believe someone dared to slaughter Celestial Dragons on their own territory.
What were the Elders and other CP members doing?
Saint Rosward's lifeless body fell from his position, like a dead dog, into a pool of blood.
As for his slave, he was already in shock. When he looked back at Lucci, the figure had disappeared.
Though Ryujiro's orders were to capture, Lucci judged that such a Celestial Dragon wasn't worth capturing, and there was no need for the captain to waste effort on him.
At that moment, the Elders, who were about to meet the Celestial Dragons outside, saw people rushing in, panicked.
"Elders!"
"Something terrible has happened!"
"The White Demon Pirates have invaded the Holy Land!"
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