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Chapter 287 - Chapter 287: The Dissolution of the Roger Pirates

"Brother, am I being selfish? My ambition puts you and our companions in life-threatening danger," World pondered aloud, looking at Bin Jack, who sat on his shoulder.

World had not yet experienced betrayal from his companions, so he trusted his brother and his crew deeply. His ambition to destroy the World Government and the Celestial Dragons had been unwavering.

However, Li Yuan's words made him confront the harsh reality he had been avoiding: his ambitions could endanger those closest to him.

"World, believe in yourself. While Li Yuan's words hold truth, some things can be circumvented. The World Government won't easily retaliate against us," Bin Jack reassured him.

"The New World is off-limits to large-scale government invasions because the Flying Pirates and Infinite Pirates control its front lines. They won't allow the World Government entry."

"We can prepare food and resources on Calm Belt islands. If the government targets us, we'll retreat there," Bin Jack suggested.

"You're right, Brother. If we can't win, we can still hide. There's no need to face the World Government head-on; we can play dirty," World agreed, regaining his confidence.

"However, Li Yuan is right about explosive rocks. Even with their power, they aren't much threat to top-tier fighters who can foresee the future."

"When using explosive rocks, we must be stealthy and swift, leaving no time for enemies to react, even if they foresee it," Bin Jack advised.

"Rest assured, Brother, I'll further develop my Moa Moa Fruit. I'll amplify both the power and speed of the explosive rocks," World promised confidently.

Currently, World could only enhance one attribute at a time with his fruit's power. For example, he could increase a bullet's speed but not its power simultaneously. But he was determined to master both enhancements eventually.

"I believe you, World," Bin Jack said. "Let's prepare our fallback plans for potential World Government attacks."

Bin Jack had always been the strategist behind World, managing plans while World provided the muscle.

"Yuma, can we monitor those three Cloud Homies now?" Li Yuan inquired upon returning to the Infinite Pirates and visiting Yuma's lab.

"Rest easy, Captain. Everything is under control. The three Homies are still on World's territory, showing no unusual activity," Yuma reported.

"Good. If they leave World's territory, notify me immediately," Li Yuan instructed, relieved. The explosive rocks in World's possession were indeed a ticking time bomb.

"Yes, Captain!" Yuma assured, understanding the importance Li Yuan placed on this matter. He would ensure constant monitoring of the Homies' locations.

After confirming the trackers were functioning properly, Li Yuan returned to Onigashima in Wano Country to continue his training.

Time flew by, and three years passed, bringing them to the year 1497 of the Sea Calendar.

In these years, World surprisingly refrained from provoking the Navy or the World Government, despite gaining Cloud Homies and the ability to deploy explosive rocks from high altitudes. Whether it was due to Li Yuan's words or another reason, he remained inactive.

The most significant activities came from the Flying Pirates and the Roger Pirates. After failing to capture the Roger Pirates, Shiki focused on rebuilding his crew and training them to grow stronger. He often sparred with Li Yuan to improve his own skills.

Li Yuan welcomed these sparring sessions, enjoying the opportunity to test his growing strength.

In two years, the Flying Pirates clashed with the Roger Pirates twice. In the first encounter, Shiki's forces suppressed the Roger Pirates, and Shiki himself bested Roger but couldn't defeat him.

In the second battle, Roger, weakened by illness, lost to Shiki. However, Rayleigh and Gaban intervened, rescuing Roger and allowing the crew to escape.

Following their defeat, Shiki learned from unknown sources that Roger was terminally ill and had little time left. After that, the Roger Pirates vanished from the New World as if they had disappeared from the seas.

When the Roger Pirates resurfaced, it was not in the New World but in the Four Seas. News of their appearance in the Four Seas quickly spread. Investigators uncovered a monumental revelation: the Roger Pirates had found the legendary Final Island, completing their journey around the world!

"How did the Roger Pirates return to the Four Seas without the latest propulsion systems on the Oro Jackson, relying solely on sails?"

"The Final Island, found by the Roger Pirates, is said to hold treasures and secrets. Did they claim it all?"

"As the only crew to conquer the Grand Line, could Roger be the Pirate King?"

"Pirate King, the ruler among pirates, who conquered the Grand Line!"

Reports about the Roger Pirates and Roger's potential kingship spread like wildfire. Many people began to accept Roger as the Pirate King.

Flying Pirates:

"Captain, we found news about Roger. They've left the New World and are in the Four Seas," Reinhardt reported, handing Shiki a newspaper.

"There's also talk of Roger being the Pirate King, but I think only you deserve that title, Captain!"

"Gyahahahaha! Roger, you found the Final Island, no wonder I couldn't find you in the New World!"

"Becoming the Pirate King isn't easy. Without the Flying Pirates' acknowledgment, no one can claim that title!" Shiki laughed arrogantly.

"Captain, if the Roger Pirates found the legendary Final Island, could the ancient weapon we're seeking be there?" Reinhardt speculated.

"It's possible. To find the Final Island, they might have gathered the Poneglyphs like the Roger Pirates did."

"But the Roger Pirates must have the Log Pose to the Final Island. If we seize it, we can find the island!" Shiki's eyes lit up with the realization.

The Final Island was a potential location for ancient weapons. Given its elusive nature and Roger's knowledge of ancient weapons, Shiki believed Roger might have sought the island for that reason.

"Deploy scouts to the Four Seas to track the Roger Pirates. They can't hide from the Flying Pirates!" Shiki commanded.

Infinite Pirates:

"Husband, should we suppress the news about Roger becoming the Pirate King?" Shakky asked, peeling a grape for Li Yuan.

"No need. In fact, we should fuel the fire, solidifying his title and amplifying his influence," Li Yuan replied.

A dying Pirate King with a growing reputation would benefit Li Yuan greatly. A deceased Pirate King was the best kind.

"Husband, I believe only you deserve the Pirate King title!" Shakky complimented, using her charms to sway him.

"Behave, don't tease," Li Yuan chuckled. "Titles don't concern me. Besides, Roger won't die quietly. He'll make a grand gesture before he goes."

"Though I'm unsure what he'll do, I have a feeling it will benefit us," Li Yuan said, stroking Shakky's hair.

"Got it. I'll ensure the news spreads, letting everyone know Roger is the Pirate King," Shakky nodded, understanding the plan.

With Shakky's network, which far surpassed Morgans' influence and even rivaled the World Government's CP intelligence network, she could spread the news worldwide.

At Shakky's command, reports of Roger's kingship spread rapidly. Around sixty percent of the world learned of Roger's title, with rumors becoming increasingly exaggerated.

Stories circulated that the Roger Pirates controlled 30% of the world's wealth, that the Final Island held invincible Devil Fruits, or that the crew split due to wealth and power struggles.

As the rumors grew, Roger's reputation as the Pirate King spread until most of the world knew of his coronation.

Holy Land Mariejois:

"We never expected Roger's crew to find the long-hidden Final Island, Raftel. We should have eradicated them back then to prevent this!" Saturn, the God of Scientific Defense, lamented.

"It's too late for that. We must intensify the hunt. We can't let them spread news of that island. It would be a massive blow to us!" Agricultural God Saint Piter urged.

"Even after centuries, if that secret is revealed, those hidden forces will use it against us, potentially destabilizing our rule."

"Deploy CP0 and the army. We're ready to intervene. Involve the Navy too. The Four Seas are ours; we must locate the Roger Pirates and capture them!" Financial God Saint Nasjuro commanded.

At the orders of the Five Elders, the World Government's massive machinery began to move, flooding the Four Seas with spies.

Meanwhile, the Roger Pirates held a banquet on an island, but despite the festivities, their faces betrayed sorrow. Some even wept.

"Hahaha, everyone, you should be celebrating! We conquered the Grand Line and fulfilled our dream. This party should be joyous!" Roger laughed, looking at his crew.

"Captain, I don't want to leave you. The Roger Pirates are my family. Don't send me away!" Buggy sobbed, clutching Roger's leg, while Shanks silently cried beside him.

"Hahaha, Buggy, you're grown up now. You can't be a crybaby anymore!" Roger chuckled, ruffling Buggy's hair.

"My friends, I'm grateful you joined me on this journey. My dream is fulfilled, and I have no regrets."

"Thus, the Roger Pirates shall disband."

"My life's end is near, but yours must continue. You have your paths to follow." Roger maintained his signature smile as he delivered the harshest truth.

After decades together, the Roger Pirates disbanded with Roger's words.

"Roger and everyone, the Roger Pirates are no more. It's time for me to go. I wish you all the best in your future journeys," Rayleigh said, wiping his tears and stepping off the ship.

He had known this day would come since Roger's illness. He was prepared.

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