Boom!
Rumble!
The huge explosion of the brilliant golden lightning ball shook the entire island.
"Ah... Ah ah ah"
"That... What was that exactly..."
"Explo... It exploded!"
"That direction is Mermaid Bay!"
"I think I saw something very big fly up earlier!"
"What on earth happened? Are pirates causing trouble?"
"Quick... Quickly report to King Neptune!"
Throughout Fish-Man Island, people's cries of shock and alarm rose and fell, forming a continuous chorus.
In fact.
There was no need to report.
King Neptune and others, far away in Dragon Palace, had already noticed the huge explosion in the sky.
"Father, that's... the direction of Mermaid Bay!"
Prince Shark Star's expression was shaken.
"Prince Prince Somersault Star, what on earth happened there?"
Prince Prince Somersault Star was so startled that he flipped over.
"Could it be the Five Emperors..."
The Seahorse Right Minister's eyes widened in shock.
The Catfish Left Minister's body trembled uncontrollably with fear.
"No... No, Jinbe said that the Five Emperors Air Force won't actively cause trouble; they're more like a tour group than a pirate crew, just like their captain Five Emperors Rolin's title, 'The Traveler'..."
King Neptune said definitively.
"Perhaps there were pirates causing trouble, and they happened to encounter them, leading to a conflict!"
Prince Shark Star speculated.
"Father, I just contacted Boss Jinbe, and he's already on his way to Mermaid Bay!"
Prince Dragon Star said.
"Mm, let's also prepare to go and welcome them!"
King Neptune nodded solemnly.
"Before, we could pretend not to know and not disturb them, but with something like this happening, we should rightfully show ourselves. Shark Star, go comfort the Princess Shirahoshi now, and we must welcome the Five Emperors and their group with the highest honors!"
"Yes! Father!"
...
...
Coral Hill, Mermaid Cafe, Manager's Office.
"Mr. Rayleigh, long time no see!"
The cold and noble owner of the Mermaid Cafe, Madam Shyarly, spoke, her expression unable to hide her shock.
"Shyarly, it's been over twenty years, and you've truly grown into an excellent young woman!"
Rayleigh nodded with satisfaction.
More than twenty years ago.
When the Roger Pirates arrived at Fish-Man Island again, they had sought out Madam Shyarly for a fortune-telling.
At that time, Madam Shyarly was only a few years old, but her innate fortune-telling talent was unrivaled.
She even accurately predicted when the future Mermaid Princess Poseidon would appear.
She had left a deep impression on Rayleigh.
Similarly.
Shakky would also not forget Dark King Rayleigh, the legendary figure on the Pirate King's ship.
"So you're the fortune teller Shyarly. Rayleigh told me about you; your fortune-telling is truly amazing. I wonder if you could tell my fortune?"
Shakky asked with a smile.
"Of course!"
Shakky agreed without hesitation.
Just as Shakky sat down, preparing to have Shyarly tell her fortune.
Rumble!
A thunderous sound came from the nearby Mermaid Bay.
Dazzling golden lightning shone into the office.
"That's the direction of Mermaid Bay!"
Madam Shyarly's expression suddenly changed, her eyes filled with anxiety.
"It's alright, don't be nervous. That's our friend; he won't cause trouble!"
Rayleigh reassured her.
"It seems something has happened. Let's put the fortune-telling aside for now and go see!"
Shakky said.
...
...
West of Fish-Man Island, Marlin Shopping Center, the island's largest swimwear store.
All the girls of the Air Force gathered, monopolizing the entire store, happily choosing their favorite swimsuits, planning to surprise Roland.
The sounds of the girls' playful chatter were endless, and the beautiful spring scenery was boundless.
At a certain moment.
Rumble!
A loud bang in the sky.
Blinding bright light penetrated through the shop's glass.
"That's the Captain's move!"
Nami's expression changed slightly.
"What? Mr. Roland made a move? What on earth happened?"
Vivi's expression changed.
"Horohorohoro, on this Fish-Man Island, someone dares to fight with Lord Roland? How overconfident!"
Perona laughed easily.
"Although I don't know what happened, let's go and see anyway!"
Robin said.
"Then let's go!"
Thor waved her slender hand, and a spatial teleportation gate appeared.
...
...
At this moment.
Mermaid Bay.
"Ooh ooh ooh—"
"This this this... What on earth is this..."
"So amazing... This is truly amazing!"
"Mr. Handsome... How did he do it?"
"First, he fished a giant ship out of Mermaid Bay..."
"Then he casually threw the ship into the sky; what astonishing power!"
"And what was that lightning just now? It instantly... that ship..."
"Am I dreaming? It's just too..."
The Mermaid Girls' cries of shock and astonishment rose and fell, endless.
"I'm sorry, girls, I startled you a bit. Don't worry, the trouble has been resolved!"
Roland smiled reassuringly.
However, it had little effect.
After witnessing that shocking scene with their own eyes, no one could remain calm.
All the Mermaid Girls were so scared they made the same funny face as Kemy.
Just then.
A crack opened in the 700-void of Mermaid Bay.
The girls, led by Thor, came out in single file.
"Captain"
"Boss"
"Mr. Roland"
"Lord Roland"
"What happened?"
"Huh? What kind of magical creature is that yellow square?!"
"And that pink starfish, it looks so cute!"
Nami, Kalifa, Vivi, and the other girls chattered away.
"It's nothing major, just dealing with some trash!"
Roland waved his hand casually.
Three minutes later.
"Roland, what exactly happened just now?"
Dark King Rayleigh arrived at Mermaid Bay with Shakky and Madam Shirley.
"Nothing major…"
Roland explained concisely.
"What… Luo… Roland, could it be the Five Emperors, Traveler Rolin? You… you are…"
Listening to the conversation between Dark King Rayleigh and Roland, Madam Shirley finally reacted, realizing what kind of terrifying big shot was standing in front of her.
Seeing their identities exposed, the girls simply stopped pretending and directly lifted the cognitive interference.
When the true appearances of the girls were revealed, in an instant, a chorus of exclamations from the Mermaids resounded through Mermaid Bay.
Ten minutes later.
Shichibukai, Knight of the Sea, Jinbe, and the Fish-Man Royal Family team arrived simultaneously from two directions.
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