At this moment, Bai Ye set his sights on Mariejois, the "Holy Land" located behind the Sabaody Archipelago.
He then glanced at the fallen Supernovas, including Kid and Apu, scattered across the battlefield. With a calm expression, he spoke:
"Whether you're planning to escape or preparing to fight... just come at me all at once. I don't have time to play around."
His calm voice echoed through the tense atmosphere.
"You... you b*****d! Stop looking down on us!"
This outburst came from Kira of the Kid Pirates. Blood trickled from his lips as he struggled to his feet, ready to stake his life to buy Kid some time.
But the result was inevitable.
Despite being a Supernova, Kira was no match for Bai Ye. Even Urouge, the "Mad Monk," had been instantly defeated, so Kira, whose strength was only average among the Supernovas, stood no chance.
Kira brandished his scythe, but before he could get close to Bai Ye, the flames released by Ryūjin Jakka created an absolute "forbidden zone."
Under the immense, scorching heat of the sky-high flames, Kira's flesh melted away, exposing his bones before they too turned to ash and vanished into the wind.
"K-Kira!"
Kid's eyes widened in horror as he witnessed his companion perish before his eyes.
But fear gave way to fury as Kid roared defiantly. He activated his Devil Fruit ability, drawing in every nearby weapon from the corpses of fallen pirates.
In moments, a colossal mechanical arm formed—a giant construct made of countless metal weapons. With a loud battle cry, Kid hurled it at Bai Ye.
However, the outcome was already decided.
The massive mechanical arm, constructed with such effort, was reduced to molten slag by the intense heat of Ryūjin Jakka before it could land a single blow.
Without hesitation, Bai Ye swung Ryūjin Jakka again, splitting the mechanical arm in half with terrifying ease.
The radiant slash continued forward, and Kid's pupils shrank in terror.
"It's over!"
Before long, Area 1 of the Sabaody Archipelago—the largest and darkest hub of the slave trade—lay in ruins.
A Grim Visit to the Auction House
Bai Ye's figure appeared inside a slave auction house, one of the most infamous establishments in the area.
Before him knelt the auctioneer, trembling uncontrollably. The man couldn't even muster the courage to raise his head.
Bai Ye said nothing. He raised a hand and used "Wei Mian" to peer into the auctioneer's memories.
After a brief moment, Bai Ye's eyes opened, his gaze cold and sharp.
"Found it," he murmured.
The reason Bai Ye had come to the Sabaody Archipelago, specifically to this auction house controlled by the Celestial Dragons, was simple:
The Celestial Dragons, who resided in Mariejois, frequently visited the slave auction house to purchase slaves.
By delving into the memories of the auctioneer, Bai Ye could identify every Celestial Dragon who had visited this place. This ensured that none would escape his judgment when the time came to destroy Mariejois.
Within the auctioneer's memories, Bai Ye discovered something significant.
Among the Celestial Dragons, one recently killed in North Blue had been the heir of the Rose family—a prominent lineage in Mariejois. Additionally, over one hundred Celestial Dragons had visited this auction house since its establishment, far more than the world outside could imagine.
Having obtained the information he needed, Bai Ye wasted no time.
With a single swing of Ryūjin Jakka, he obliterated the filthy establishment, turning it into a blazing inferno.
The fire signified the beginning of Bai Ye's plan to purge the Celestial Dragons from existence.
As he stepped out of the burning ruins, a silver-haired old man blocked his path.
A Meeting with Rayleigh
The man before Bai Ye was none other than "Pluton" Silvers Rayleigh, the legendary right-hand man of the Pirate King, Gol D. Roger.
Through his knowledge as a time traveler, Bai Ye recognized Rayleigh instantly.
"If you're here to save those Supernovas, you're too late," Bai Ye said, his tone indifferent.
Rayleigh shook his head. "No, it's already over. Even if I tried, it wouldn't have made a difference."
He paused, his eyes filled with both respect and caution. "Besides... if even Red-Haired Shanks couldn't defeat you, what chance would I have?"
Rayleigh's words carried no malice, only a grim warning.
"I'm here to give you advice," he continued. "You are incredibly strong, perhaps even stronger than the Rocks Pirates or Roger himself.
"But if you march on Mariejois alone, there's a high chance you won't return. The World Government has secrets and powers that go beyond what most people can comprehend."
Rayleigh's face grew solemn as he recalled the past.
"Even the Rocks Pirates failed to overthrow the World Government. Roger chose a different path entirely. For centuries, they've ruled the seas unchallenged, and it's not without reason."
Bai Ye listened to Rayleigh's words, but his expression remained unchanged.
Ordinary men might have hesitated after hearing such a warning from a legend. But Bai Ye was no ordinary man. As a time traveler, he already knew many of the World Government's secrets—secrets even Rayleigh was unaware of, including the existence of Im.
Though the World Government might have hidden cards beyond Bai Ye's knowledge, he was unfazed.
"Rocks was Rocks. Roger was Roger," Bai Ye said coldly. "And I am me."
The fate of the World Government was already sealed.
Looking at Rayleigh, Bai Ye added: "Since you're not here to fight, stay and watch with your own eyes—the inevitable downfall of the World Government."
With that, Bai Ye raised Ryūjin Jakka.
A Terrifying Display of Power
Bright orange flames erupted from his blade, illuminating the darkened skies.
Without hesitation, Bai Ye unleashed a devastating slash.
"Boom!!!"
The ground trembled as a massive, fiery scar tore through the Red Line, starting from Area 1 of the Sabaody Archipelago and stretching toward the "Holy Land" Mariejois.
The scorching heat melted everything in its path. Mangrove trees, rocks, and steel all disintegrated into ash.
For a moment, the entire Sabaody Archipelago and the Holy Land Mariejois shook violently, as if the world itself was trembling under Bai Ye's power.