"Rolan!"
"Husband!"
Sensing that the battle on had ended, Zoro and the others rushed to Rolan's side.
Hancock pounced into his arms without hesitation. Rolan, battered and exhausted from the fight, fell to the ground under her weight, a thin trail of blood escaping his mouth.
Hancock froze, panic flashing across her face as she hurriedly examined his injuries. "Husband, what's wrong with you?"
Rolan reached up and rubbed his head lazily. "I'm fine."
He gently pushed Hancock aside and slowly stood, brushing off dust and blood.
"Rolan, you're hurt." Lina ran forward, taking his hand and scanning him from head to toe, concern etched on her face.
Nami hurried over, worry written across her features.
Rolan's gaze swept across his crew, noting each worried expression. He smirked faintly. "Hahaha, it's nothing. Just a little exhaustion."
Zoro's eyes widened. Seeing Rolan in such a state was rare; this was the only time he had ever been so severely injured. But even now, it was within a manageable range.
…
News of the Three Emperors' battle in the Sky spread like wildfire, reaching the far corners of the world of One Piece.
A headline screamed: "Shocking! Rolan Defeats Kaido and Big Mom's Alliance, Becomes the New Strongest!"
"Nani?! When did we ally and lose to Rolan?!"
Kaido hadn't even finished reading before he ripped the newspaper to shreds in a fury. "Which newspaper published this? Find them! I want them erased from this world!"
Two days had passed since the events, yet the news had already spread across the Pirate World. What enraged him further was the exaggeration—claiming the two Emperors had been defeated by Rolan and fled in disarray. While Kaido knew he wasn't weaker than Rolan, the story was blown far beyond reality.
This misinformation also damaged the reputation of the Beasts Pirates. Small pirate crews, already not fully loyal to Kaido, began planning to defect. Allies subtly reconsidered their associations.
…
"Perospero, find Morgans immediately."
Big Mom's eyes narrowed on the "World News Agency" logo at the bottom of the article, rage flaring.
Perospero wiped sweat from his forehead. Facing Mama in this state was like confronting a food craving she couldn't resist. "Mama, I've already instructed them to search, but…" he faltered, knowing the odds of finding Morgans' secret hideout were next to impossible. In this world, tracking Morgans was harder than finding the One Piece itself.
The BIG MOM Pirates were now in a worse state than the Beasts Pirates. After the news of her death spread, partners abandoned her, resources were plundered, and this report was the final insult. In the New World, the BIG MOM Pirates had effectively lost any foothold.
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Clap!
Sengoku's desk trembled from the impact. Since Rolan ventured into the sea, nearly every headline revolved around him, each event shaking the world. His actions sent ripples across the Pirate World, raising questions about his ultimate goal.
Sengoku doubted that Rolan merely sought the title of Pirate King. The New World was far, and the Marines could not reach him.
ZZZZZ~
"Garp, what time is it? How are you still sleeping?"
Sengoku snatched the senbei from the still-slumbering Garp and shoved it into his mouth.
Pop~
The snot bubble burst, and Garp groaned awake. "Nani?! You bastard Sengoku! My senbei!"
Sengoku chewed angrily. "Senbei? We don't have time. We need a strategy against Rolan."
Staff Officer Tsuru, holding a bounty poster, looked concerned. "Who is this? He doesn't act like anyone from this world. Is he aiming to rule it? Such a young man already possesses incredible strength. His future achievements are unimaginable. We can only watch anxiously as he thrives in the New World."
Sengoku nodded. "If Rolan only stays in the New World, that's fine. But I fear he will unify it and dominate Paradise, leaving us with no control over the Grand Line."
Garp scratched his head. "That's Four Emperors' territory. If the Marines act rashly, the Emperors might unite against us instead."
Sengoku's eyes gleamed. "Exactly. I have a plan."
Tsuru raised an eyebrow. "But the New World belongs to the Emperors. Are you suggesting…"
"Yes." Sengoku confirmed.
Garp looked confused. "What riddle are you two speaking?"
Sengoku stroked his chin. "We cannot enter the New World openly. If Rolan remains there, we let him. But the enemy of my enemy is my friend. BIG MOM and Kaido were defeated by him. They seek revenge. Alone, they can't easily defeat him. But if we secretly bolster their strength with elite Marines disguised as their crew, they will gain the power to confront Rolan without exposing our involvement."
Tsuru thought carefully. "Would they cooperate?"
"Given Rolan's unmatched strength and ambition," she answered, "BIG MOM and Kaido know he is a far greater threat than the Marines. Even if we betray them later, they won't suspect us. Our plan works."
Sengoku clapped his hands decisively. "Then I will arrange for contacts to make this happen immediately."
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