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Four days passed in a flash.
Early in the morning, thick fog enveloped the sea, and a slightly cold sea breeze gently stirred the flag on the mast.
Thump, thump, thump…
Accompanied by a series of crisp knocking sounds, 9527 became lively. The originally sloppy pirates had become much more capable after days of training.
Especially after adopting a unified uniform.
Currently, this group of people wore blue camouflage combat suits, combat boots, and all had neat short hair.
Yang Tao held a stopwatch in his hand.
"Three minutes are up!"
"Very good, only four people were late today."
Walking in front of the group, Yang Tao showed a satisfied smile.
"Hang the four latecomers first!"
A group of people swarmed forward, directly hanging the four on the mast, and then everyone re-formed ranks and stood before Yang Tao.
"Very good!"
"However, the current speed is just the beginning. If you encounter enemies at sea, your current assembly speed is enough for the enemy to fire two rounds of cannonballs, so you need to be faster. This is for the sake of your lives."
"Of course, it's not just about assembling quickly; you also need to escape quickly. Now, everyone, 20 nautical miles of armed swimming!"
Following Yang Tao's command, the group of people jumped into the turbulent sea below like dumplings being dropped.
Plop… plop…
The physical quality of this group of people was very strong; 20 nautical miles was just a warm-up exercise for them.
Yang Tao looked up at the four people hanging on the mast: "You are too slow."
"Captain, I know I was wrong. Please whip us hard…"
"Captain, we accept any punishment!"
"Captain…"
Looking at the four, Yang Tao was speechless. The people in this damn One Piece world were truly too emotional; even men in their twenties or thirties would cry uncontrollably at the slightest provocation.
"Alright then, considering your serious attitude, I won't deduct your wages."
Whoosh…
The ropes holding the four were easily cut by Yang Tao.
The four immediately knelt at Yang Tao's feet, saying with snot and tears: "Captain, we will definitely pay attention in the future."
"You must take training seriously. Alright, now your punishment is to spar with each other until they swim back. Do you have any objections?"
"No… no…"
The four hastily picked up the standard long knives left on the deck and started hacking at each other.
The two sides fought like mortal enemies, showing no signs of holding back, and soon the deck was stained with crimson blood.
Alvida, in the room, saw the few people and showed no surprise. Using the power of the Slip-Slip Fruit, she slid barefoot to Yang Tao's side and said: "My dear Captain, didn't you say Krieg and the legendary Hawkeye would come today? Why are we still training?"
"Training is like sailing against the current; if you don't advance, you retreat. Even while waiting for Hawkeye, we cannot be negligent…"
At this moment, Alvida looked into the distant fog. She felt something was about to emerge from within, and a strange sense of oppression lingered in her heart:
"Captain, there's a situation…"
Yang Tao looked at the sea upon hearing this. A moment later, a dilapidated giant ship broke through the fog and appeared in sight.
"They're here…"
This crumbling pirate ship was the flagship of the pirate Krieg. His originally massive fleet of fifty ships was reduced to only this one flagship escaping after Hawkeye's attack.
Even so, this ship was in danger of sinking at any moment.
"Should we call our people back?"
"Yes, but Krieg's Pirate Crew is nothing; the most important thing is Hawkeye, who is chasing them and coming along."
Yang Tao was very interested in Hawkeye.
Especially that Black Blade Night, which might also serve as a ship's oar.
Supreme Grade Sword.
He touched his Yamato, and a desire for battle appeared in his eyes.
Only strong opponents could make his practical combat ability stronger.
A small wooden boat descended from the large ship.
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The Scholar and the Wolf, The Farmer and the Snake, Sanji and Krieg.
Yang Tao stood at the bow, watching the two people rowing a small boat towards the sea restaurant.
"Stop!"
The four stopped their attacks, looking at Yang Tao with firm eyes, as if waiting for him to give orders.
"Treat your wounds. When Krieg's Pirate Crew recovers their strength, you four will lead the charge."
"Yes!!"
Upon hearing they would lead the charge, the four showed no fear on their faces; instead, they became incredibly excited.
The reason they were so obedient was that Yang Tao genuinely didn't care for treasure. Every time wealth was plundered, the respected Captain would meticulously distribute it, leaving no room for doubt.
Even if the training was tough, the money was real.
It was like in modern society, if an office worker earned a thousand a day, overtime? The company would be their home!
Watching Gin help Krieg into the sea restaurant, Yang Tao said to Alvida beside him: "Alvida, take our people to see if there's anything valuable left on Krieg's ship. Bring it all back."
Krieg was targeted by Hawkeye as soon as he entered the Grand Line. Logically, there must be remaining treasure on the flagship. Rather than letting Hawkeye cut the ship in half and sink it into the sea, it was better to seize it beforehand and distribute it to his subordinates.
"Alright, Captain."
Alvida's expression also became serious; as a person from the East Blue, she naturally knew Krieg's reputation.
A low horn sounded, and the people who were swimming in the sea immediately turned and swam back to the ship upon hearing the sound.
Ten minutes or so…
"Go! Bring all the treasure on the ship back to me."
A group of people, shouting, steered 9527 towards Krieg's Dreadnought Saber.
Clang… clang…
The sound of metal clashing rang out.
"The great swordsman you mentioned is here?"
Blue Knight's voice came from behind Yang Tao.
"He should be arriving soon. I'm really looking forward to it…"
Yang Tao's gaze turned to the distant fog; Hawkeye was currently somewhere heading this way.
Half an hour later…
Yang Tao's subordinates moved all valuable treasures from the Dreadnought Saber onto 9527. Even the pirates on board who were almost starving were not spared; they were all tied up and thrown onto the deck.
Alvida excitedly said to her subordinates: "Feed them something, just make sure they don't starve to death. We'll send them to Loguetown later and exchange them all for bounties."
"Yes, Vice-Captain!"
You can dislike money, but you can't be without it.
"You are looking for death!"
Krieg, in golden armor, carrying food he brought back from the restaurant, stood on his small wooden boat with a livid face, watching the continuous transfer of items and his subordinate pirates from the Dreadnought Saber.
He leaped, landing heavily on the deck of 9527.
"Who are you people, daring to oppose me, Krieg! You are looking for death!!"
Saying this, Krieg pulled out two guns, and many cannon barrels extended from his golden armor.
Bang, bang… bang…
Dense gun and cannon fire rang out. Yang Tao raised his Yamato and easily blocked all incoming bullets and cannonballs.
"This… how is this possible?"
Krieg showed an expression of disbelief; he hadn't expected his attack to be blocked so easily.
Looking at Krieg, Yang Tao drew his Yamato and softly said: "17 million…"
"What?"
Pfft…
In Krieg's disbelieving gaze, his seemingly indestructible armor was easily pierced.
He only felt all his strength draining from the wound on his chest.
With a thud.
Krieg fell onto the deck.
"Stop his bleeding, don't let him die. A living Krieg is worth more!"
The subordinates on the ship, seeing the legendary Krieg defeated so easily, cheered loudly after their initial shock.
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