Chapter 142: This "family" would fall apart without ZoroIn Rainbase, Crocodile was still smugly telling Luffy and Vivi about his plan, unaware that his meticulously laid scheme had been ruined by Bai Yun, who had the script, right from the start.The clone over here was practically dying of suppressed laughter; he couldn't laugh.The current situation was this:Bai Yun's main body had taken Koza and 700,000 rebels to "seek the truth."On the Alabasta Kingdom Army's side, the king was missing, and Chaka, knowing the rebels were coming, could only gather the royal army to prepare for defense.In Rainbase, Luffy and the others were locked in a Seastone cage, and the key had been swallowed by a banana crocodile. Thankfully, Sanji and Chopper were still outside... "Ahhhhhh, water!!""Waaah!!!! I'm going to die!!""Thanks, Zoro."Time then passed, and water continuously filled the room.Vivi went out to find help.Luffy and the others were left to wait for rescuers here."The water's up to our knees!""The water's up to our knees!!!"Luffy and Usopp cried out in panic.Bai Yun, light-footed, stood on one leg on Zoro's outstretched palm.Zoro suddenly noticed that the bracelet on Bai Yun's hand was gone (the clone didn't have a bracelet).He looked up at Bai Yun, recalling his unperturbed demeanor and how he had been suppressing laughter earlier. Could this guy have something planned?"Bastard, crocodile! Come on! Bite us!!"Nami suddenly shouted."What are you doing, Nami?"Usopp asked, puzzled. At a time like this, are you still provoking the crocodiles?"Anger those guys and make them bite through this iron cage!"Nami replied.Luffy and Usopp suddenly understood."That's right." x2"Little crocodile, if you're so capable, come bite Captain Usopp!""Come on, you bastard banana."Bai Yun, however, shook his head slightly. If this banana crocodile could bite through Seastone, it would be the strongest beast in the pirate world."Here they come!" Nami shouted.The banana crocodile opened its huge mouth to bite, its mouth open even wider than the cage.It bit down, and well, its teeth shattered, and tears welled up.If its arms weren't so short, it would probably be covering its mouth with its hands."No, this iron cage is too hard."Nami said, looking down, slightly disappointed."Vivi, hurry back!"Usopp shouted, with a hint of "Hurry back, I can't bear it alone.""You're not in a hurry at all, Smoker."Bai Yun said, looking at Smoker.Smoker sat on the platform, arms crossed. The water hadn't reached there yet, but it would soon.He ignored Bai Yun's nickname "Smoker.""Do you know what Crocodile's goal is?""That woman beside him is someone the World Government has been pursuing for 20 years, with a bounty of over 70 million.""What, 70 million?!"Luffy and the others were drawn by Smoker's voice, and Usopp was also startled by Robin's bounty."The two of them together, it's definitely not as simple as just [overthrowing the kingdom].""If left unchecked, it could affect the whole world."Bai Yun's reaction to this was, "Oh.""Then that's for you, as a Marine, to investigate."As for Luffy, "What are you talking about? As long as we defeat that guy, there won't be so many problems."Smoker exhaled a puff of smoke from the corner of his mouth, "Is that so?"Then Luffy collapsed.The water had already reached their waists.Zoro pulled him into his arms.With one hand supporting Bai Yun and the other holding Luffy, this "family" would fall apart without Zoro.Just then, a voice drifted in from outside."Please don't make noise during your meal!""Etiquette Chain Kick!!"Sanji kicked the huge banana crocodile in the abdomen, sending it flying.The banana crocodile flew up, its eyes rolling back, and the building stones it had eaten were forcefully kicked out of its stomach... What happened outside just now.Sanji grabbed the head of the Millions and made him say his lines.There was no coercion; it was all voluntary.After luring Crocodile out, he then had Chopper transform into his human form to lure Crocodile even further away.With a turn, Chopper immediately reverted to his original form, walking past Crocodile from behind, draped in his dragging clothes.This is the consequence of not having Observation Haki... Inside the room.Sanji put his foot down, one hand in his pocket, the other taking out a cigarette and pointing it at Luffy and the others."Hey, sorry to keep you waiting."Bai Yun smiled, thinking, *Look at you showing off,* but it was indeed cool, and he even put on glasses."Prince!!!"Luffy and Usopp shouted excitedly.Nami sighed in relief, "That's great.""Hurry up and find the key, don't just stand there foolishly!!"Zoro yelled through gritted teeth.Sanji didn't hear a word, gesticulating wildly, "Hahaha, is Miss Nami going to fall in love with me now~"Nami and Zoro's backs conveyed their speechlessness."Yes, yes, hurry and open the door."Nami replied perfunctorily.Meanwhile, Crocodile, realizing he had been lured away, immediately rushed back.However, he had made two preparations; the key he threw down was fake.But when he came back and pushed open the door, he saw...Surprise!Mr. 3 was floating on the water, with a note on him (this is quite illogical, a Devil Fruit user floating on water. Oda's explanation is that it's a magical floating paper (ಡωಡ) )
Chapter 143: With Your Strength, You're Not Qualified to Talk About JusticeBy the time Crocodile realized it was a diversion, he thought Luffy and the others wouldn't be able to escape because he had prepared a fake key.Upon returning to look, he saw Mr.3 floating on the water, the cage open, and Luffy and the others gone... just moments ago.Under Smoker's ability to "identify the Crocodile by sound," Sanji kicked the belly of the Banana Crocodile that had swallowed the key.It spat out a white ball."It came out!"Luffy shouted."Wait, what is this?"Nami looked at the ball in confusion, and Satorureplied with a smile."It's Natto."Before Nami could ask what "Natto" was...The ball cracked open with a snap."Candle Ball... Release!!"Mr.3's figure jumped out from inside."What!!" This gave Luffy and the others a shock."3! It's 3!!""Why is Mr.3 inside the Crocodile's belly!!""Phew, I'm alive.""I thought I was a goner. That damned Crocodile, thinking it could eat me? Fortunately, at the last moment, I used my ability to create this Candle Ball.""I even admire my own wisdom.""Eh, what's this thing stuck to the wax that looks like a key?"Satoru facepalmed and shook his head. Since you've said it out loud, what else could it be? That's right, it's Grandma's dentures."The key!!"Seeing the key, Luffy and the others immediately shouted."Ah!! You guys!!"Mr.3 finally noticed the presence of Luffy and the others.Seeing the cage, his brain started storming."The cage, you're inside, the key.""I understand!"With a sudden throw, Mr.3 tossed the key away."You bastard!"Sanji cursed.Mr.3 pointed at him and laughed loudly."Hahaha, I don't know you, but you're probably their accomplice too.""If you want the key, go find it! But I'm not responsible if you can't, hahaha."Sanji's expression darkened. "You have a death wish, don't you?"He was about to strike—no, kick.But Usopp stopped him. "Wait, Sanji! That guy is a Candle-Candle Fruit user. Maybe he can fashion a key."Satoru: Of course he can. Who doesn't know that the Master Locksmith of the Pirate King is Mr.3?Mr.3: "...""Mercy! Stop hitting me!!"Mr.3 was kicked into a "pig's head" by Sanji and had no choice but to surrender.He wanted to say something else, but Satoruinterrupted him, knowing what he was going to say."Say no more. He promises not to hit you if you open the cage."With Satoru's guarantee...Mr.3 crawled up and opened the lock.The moment the door opened, Satoru stepped into the air and kicked Mr.3 in the face. Teeth flew, and Mr.3 was sent flying under the right gate."He promised not to hit you, but I didn't.""Still, I have to thank you.""Finally out!!"Luffy shouted with his hands raised, though the water was up to his waist and he didn't have much strength."Not much strength" referred to him taking down one Banana Crocodile per punch."Bang!!""Oh no!! The wall broke!!""It's because you used too much force!!""The water is pouring in!!!""Heh heh...""Are you okay, Usopp?"The entire room submerged into the lake.Zoro grabbed Smoker and swam up.Sanji was on his own.Nami and Vivi grabbed Usopp, who had been knocked out by a rock. Vivi pulled Usopp by his nose toward the shore.As for Satoru, the moment the wall cracked, he picked up Luffy, kicked open the roof, and flew out.Landing, Satoru set Luffy down. Luffy wasn't as shy as Zoro."Thanks, Satoru.""You're welcome."Smoker got up and immediately struck at Zoro with the Jitte from his back.Zoro raised the back of his blade to block."Why did you save me? Roronoa Zoro!""I was just following the Captain's orders. It doesn't matter if you thank me or not. That guy just acted on a whim, so don't mind it."Smoker glanced at Luffy and fell silent."Found them! It's the Straw Hat Pirates and CaptainSmoker.""Provide support immediately!!"Luffy looked at Smoker. "Still want to fight, Smokey? I don't have time right now!!"Smoker stared at Luffy and finally let out a breath."Forget it. Just go.""Just this once. The next time we meet will be your end... Straw Hat Luffy.""Is that so?""Next time, I definitely won't go easy on you.""I don't hate you at all, heeheehee."A statement from a pirate.As a Marine, Smoker simply brandished his Jitte. "Get the hell out of here, now!!"The Marine Soldiers approached. Luffy and the others quickly turned to leave, but Satoru was in no hurry."Heh."Wait, Captain Smoker."What is justice?""Is it you Marines who know nothing?""Or is it us pirates who are trying to prevent a nation's destruction?""It's hard to say, hard to explain.""Also.""With your strength, you're not yet qualified to talk about justice.""As for what the future holds, look forward to it. You and I are both the same."After saying that, Satoru turned and flew away to catch up with Luffy and the others.
Chapter 144: 25 Million vs 80 MillionAfter the lure-away tactic and severe torture.Luffy and the others successfully escaped from Crocodile's secret basement.The rescued Smoker was sensible enough not to make a move against Luffy and the others this time.This was why Satoru found him annoying but didn't hate him; he was somewhat reasonable... "Crab!!!""It looks delicious!!""Hmm, would it be better steamed or braised in soy sauce?""Ah, that's the 'Moving Club'."Escaping from the basement, Luffy and the others ran against time, but running like that, they wouldn't even be as fast as the Rebel Army on horseback even if they ran their legs off.Chopper appeared like "timely rain," bringing along a friend of the camel Eyelash, a giant crab named the "Moving Club," which came scuttling sideways.Luffy's first reaction upon seeing the crab was that it looked delicious; one could only say it was typical of him.Satoru also chimed in, saying that such a large crab would be quite troublesome to cook."Quick, get on!""Can we ride it? Oh yeah!!"Chopper shouted.Luffy was overjoyed to hear they could get a ride."Alright!""Let's go!!"Chopper pulled the rope hanging from the crab's mouth.The crab started moving its eight legs again, but suddenly, Crocodile's hook flew over, trailing sand at its end."Vivi!!" x n"Stop quickly, Chopper!"Zoro shouted immediately."It's that guy!"Luffy said through gritted teeth.He stepped out and flew forward, pulling Vivi back and taking her place.Unexpectedly, Satoru followed closely behind and swapped places with him again."Luffy, remember, to fight this guy, you either rely on Armament Haki or water.""Don't worry about me.""I'll be waiting for you all over at Alabasta."Leaving behind those few words, Satoru turned around and flew toward Crocodile... "Satoru!"Luffy and Vivi shouted anxiously."It's fine, Vivi. Satoru always manages to be unexpected. Looking at his fight with Ace, he isn't weak."Nami held Vivi back and comforted her."But what did he mean by waiting for us in Alabasta?""Could he possibly get there a step ahead of us?"Sanji, with a cigarette in his mouth, questioned as he watched Satoru's shrinking figure.Chopper, keep going, head for Alabasta.Zoro told Chopper to make the crab speed up."There's no necklace on Satoru's hand; it should just be a clone."Zoro then explained.Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. "So that's how it is.""Hahaha, as expected of Satoru.""Then we can't let Clone Bai Yun down!""Full speed ahead!!""Full speed ahead!!!"...Satoru landed in front of Crocodile and Robin, ignoring Crocodile."We meet again, Miss Robin."Crocodile's gaze shifted over."Don't misunderstand, don't misunderstand, I didn't know Miss Robin before."Satoru explained hurriedly, though his manner made it seem worse than not explaining at all."Hehe... I've been by the Boss's side for years. This sowing of discord is too poor, little brother. How old are you anyway?""Don't talk nonsense, Miss Robin. What 'little brother'?""This brother isn't little anymore.""Hehe...""I admire your courage.""To actually be able to fly and still dare to come down and face me."Crocodile interjected."Hehe."Satoru also laughed, clearly mimicking Robin's laughter."I've staked my character on the guarantee that Vivican stop the Rebel Army.""So I have to work a bit harder. If I had known, I would've used Zoro's or Sanji's instead.""Character?""So, for the sake of your character and a princess you've only known for a short while, you're throwing your life away?""What a foolish thing."Crocodile looked at Satoru; with those words, he had already issued a death notice."Hehe...""Foolish? Then you, who thinks your plan is flawless, aren't you just as foolish?""I've really been holding it in with great difficulty, Crocodile.""What do you mean by that!""And, 'Crocodile'? Do you think you're worthy of calling me that?!"Crocodile immediately replied.Satoru's lips curled up. "You can guess what I mean yourself.""As for whether I'm worthy of calling you that, my mouth is mine. I'll call you whatever I want. If you've got the guts, kill me.""Alright, enough nonsense.""You've been surrounded by me. Either kill me or stay here.""Miss Robin, please suit yourself. If you want to leave, please go ahead."Satoru replied; how arrogant.Robin returned a smile and indeed turned to leave.Crocodile didn't stop her; instead, he stared at Satoru with a gloomy face, the veins at the corners of his eyes bulging.He wondered where this kid got the confidence to say such things, or was he just a simple madman, a frog in a well?Then he would test him first.Crocodile directly made his move.This round is 25 Million vs 80 Million.
Chapter 145: Only a Genius who Grows to the End is Called a GeniusThe Kingdom Army has already assembled and is on guard on the city walls.On this side, Mr. 1, Ms. Two Fingers, Mr. 2 Bon Clay, Mr. 4, and Ms. Merry Christmas, notified by Robin, are guarding the entrance to Alabasta to intercept Vivi and the others.Meanwhile, Satoru's Main Body and the Rebel Armyare still on their way.Luffy and the others are also on their way, riding a crab.On the way, Luffy began to focus, thinking about the insights into Armament Haki that Satoru had taught him, controlling the flow of power within his body to strengthen it.Whether the protagonist's innate ability to comprehend will take effect depends on the final battle.As for Clone Bai Yun, he was facing Crocodilehimself; if nothing unexpected happened, he wouldn't be able to win.If a clone could defeat Crocodile, what would be the point of Satoru doing all this? He could have just come over, grabbed him by the neck, and asked if he wanted to dance... Crocodile's lower body turned into sand, and he flew over in an instant, the golden hook on his hand gleaming under the sun as it aimed straight for Satoru's neck.Satoru had no intention of dodging at all.Crocodile's hook directly smashed Satoru's head.That's right, it was smashed.Only to see Satoru's head scatter into sand.The rest of his body was the same, flying straight forward.For the first time, disbelief appeared in the eyes of Crocodile, who was always calm and disdainful of everything."Is this your Devil Fruit Ability?""Bingo, you guessed right. Unfortunately, there's no reward."After parting with Ace, Satoru had experimented. Under a moonlit night, the Human-Human Fruitclones he created using his Bracelet could possess all the skills of his Main Body, albeit with reduced power. Additionally, they could carry one ability, but it had to be one replicated in the Bracelet.However, his own Replication Fruit ability worked as well.To put it simply, for clones not created under a moonlit night, whatever weapon Satoru was holding, the clone would be holding as well. They could use techniques, but neither the person nor the weapon could use devil fruit abilities, only the Replication Fruit ability possessed by the Main Body.As for clones under a moonlit night, they similarly mirrored whatever weapon Satoru held. They could use techniques and choose one Devil Fruit Abilityfrom those replicated in the Bracelet, or use the Replication Fruit itself.Satoru had experimented and found he could create a maximum of six clones. None of the clones had the Bracelet. Whether created during a moonlit night or the day, as long as Satoru didn't cancel them and they weren't damaged, the clones would exist forever.Then there was the duration of the replication.The duration for clones to use abilities was 15 minutes during the day and 30 minutes on a moonlit night.As for Satoru's Main Body, the duration for replicated fruits and techniques was 30 minutes during the day. On a moonlit night, there was no time limit; it would only expire once the moon set.The percentage of the replicated ability for both the clone and the Main Body was the same (50% by looking, 60% by touching, and 80% for both looking and touching on a moonlit night)."...A Devil Fruit Ability that can imitate the abilities of other people's devil fruits."Crocodile started with a bit of a tongue twister, but it was still understandable."Is it a superior version of Mr. 2's Clone-Clone Fruit?""Eh, if you put it that way, it seems you're right."Satoru replied.He always felt that Mr. 2 Bon Clay's Clone-Clone Fruit wouldn't be so useless as to only imitate someone's face. Once awakened, would it be like his Replication Fruit, able to imitate the abilities of the person whose face it was?"I thought it was just an anonymous, trashy pirate crew.""You've really given me a surprise.""Kid, how about you follow me? Taking over this country is just the first step on my journey to the world stage."After learning about Satoru's Devil Fruit Ability, Crocodile extended an olive branch to him.Satoru, however, let out a snort of laughter.The first step to the world stage?I'm afraid you won't be able to take this step."What are you laughing at!?""Nothing, I just thought of something happy.""I said, either kill me or stay right here."Satoru said. Once the 15-minute duration passed and he regained a physical body, even with Armament Haki, he would likely be at Crocodile's mercy.Crocodile still had a cigar in his mouth.Hearing Satoru's refusal, he reached out to take the cigar and instantly turned it into sand."That's truly a pity. Since you're so loyal to that Straw Hat, I'll send you down there to wait for him!"Everyone likes a genius—more accurately, a genius who serves them.But if they are an enemy, they cannot be allowed to remain. Only a genius who grows to the end is called a genius."Desert Spada!""Desert Spada!"Crocodile unleashed a sand slash that skimmed the ground.Satoru immediately followed suit, almost at the same time.But after the collision, Satoru's sand slash shattered, while Crocodile's only shrank slightly and continued to slash toward Satoru.Satoru could only dodge to the side.Crocodile flashed over immediately.He knew his own fruit; if it got wet, he could be hit.The golden hook was coated in venom.Unexpectedly, both of Satoru's fists were covered in Armament Haki, and one hand actually grabbed the hook directly,While the other hand threw a punch at Crocodile's abdomen.Crocodile retreated several steps, his eyes once again filled with disbelief.Meanwhile, Satoru smiled."Surprised?"
Chapter 146: Disciples, Hit Him!To cover the escape of Luffy, Vivi, and the others, Satoru voluntarily stayed behind. To be precise, it was Clone Bai Yun who chose to stay and confront Crocodile.For the first fifteen minutes, he replicated Crocodile's Suna Suna no Mi and Armament Haki.Even though it was just a clone, it went absolutely wild, relentlessly attacking Crocodile. The damage was minimal, but the humiliation was immense.Because Crocodile couldn't land a hit on him, while he could hit Crocodile.Satoru even launched verbal attacks. "Annoyed? Annoyed, aren't you?"This guy had Crocodile so furious that smoke was practically coming out of his head... "Pfft!!!""Feels good?"Twenty minutes. A full twenty minutes, and Crocodile finally salvaged his pride.A hook pierced through Satoru's abdomen."Fifteen minutes. The mimicry only lasts for fifteen minutes.""Did you think, with your Devil Fruit Ability and that Armament Haki that can't even be considered basic, you could defeat me?"Raising his hand, blood dripping, Crocodile looked at Satoru and spoke, finally venting his anger.After the fifteen minutes passed, and five more minutes later, Clone Bai Yun was subdued by Crocodile. This is the kind of strength a Shichibukaishould possess.Being angry is one thing, but you only have one life. Now his anger is gone, but it probably won't stay gone for long."Cough, cough... can't even be considered basic? Still better than you not knowing it at all."Satoru coughed up two mouthfuls of blood. It hurt, but he couldn't lose the verbal battle.A vein throbbed on Crocodile's forehead."Die, you damn brat!"Crocodile activated his Devil Fruit Ability, but Satoru's body didn't wither away."Hahaha, surprised?"This was Satoru's final sentence. As he finished speaking, light erupted from his seven orifices.Crocodile smelled gunpowder, but it was already too late.With a bang,Satoru exploded. (Literally exploded, because it was a cannonball clone.)"Swoosh..."The sand coalesced again, and Crocodile's form reappeared.The instant Satoru exploded, he had preemptively transformed into his element."How utterly foolish."Leaving behind these four words, Crocodile turned and flew away... "Hehehe...""Finally, a huge commotion has erupted. Let the war begin quickly; I'm almost bored to death."On a mountainside in Alabasta, Mr. 4 and Ms. Merry Christmas stood guard in front of the captured King Cobra.Looking down at the fleeing civilians below, he said happily.Cobra hung his head, still thinking that war must not break out. Whether rebel or Kingdom Army, they are all part of this kingdom.Cobra sighed for the war.The Kingdom Army and the rebels participating in the war.Baroque Works, inciting the war.The Straw Hat Pirates, who know the truth and are striving desperately to stop the war.And the Marines, who are unclear about the situation but are also on their way.Each with their own different purposes, they came to or were guarding Alabasta.War was on the verge of breaking out.Satoru: Better not break out... Meanwhile, with Luffyand the others.Zoro seized the time to have Eyelash stand on his sword, using it as a barbell to work out.Meanwhile, Luffy had his eyes closed from the start, in deep contemplation."What?! This crab can't cross the river!!"Usopp shouted in surprise.The crab can't even swim!!"Yes, because the Moving Crab is a desert animal, so it's very afraid of water."Vivi explained."Then what do we do?! Think of something fast!!"Usopp yelled in panic, holding both sides of his face."We're already at the Sandora River!""That's right! Scissors (the crab's name) loves belly dancers the most."Chopper said while pulling on the rope.Nami's clothes happened to be blown open by the wind.Then the crab's eyes turned and looked at Nami in her bikini-style outfit, its eyes instantly turning into hearts.Even with the river ahead, it accelerated and charged straight forward."It's speeding up!""Miss Nami~~""The power of a beauty is limitless."Usopp quipped, while Sanji and Eyelash were also entranced by Nami's sexiness.Splashing through the river water, the rapidly running Scissors dashed directly across the river's surface.Newton's coffin lid can't hold anymore!!But it didn't run far before sinking down.Newton rests in peace.Chopper immediately jumped onto Zoro's head, and Luffy chose Sanji."No time to complain. Let's hurry."Zoro said."Wait, how far are we from the opposite riverbank?"Usopp asked."Fifty kilometers."Vivi replied with a tone of bewilderment.Fifty kilometers. Swimming that would leave you waterlogged, and whether you could even swim that far was another question.Misfortune never comes singly.At that moment, a giant Sandora Catfish emerged from the water again.The man-eating Sandora Catfish instantly opened its huge mouth towards Luffy.Just as Usopp and the others turned to flee, a voice suddenly rang out from the air."Disciples, hit him!"
Chapter 147: Alright, Let's Talk About the Plan"Disciples, hit him!"Just as Luffy and the others were being attacked by the Sandora Catfish on the Sandora River...A voice rang out from the sky.Then, countless Kung Fu Manatees emerged from the water.One punch per manatee.They rained blows down on the Sandora Catfish.Before long, the giant Sandora Catfish was beaten until its eyes rolled back, and it floated sideways on the sea's surface.Satoru dropped from the sky, stood on the Sandora Catfish, and reached out a hand to Luffy below."Young children, do you need help?""Satoru!!"...Luffy and the others also climbed onto the Sandora Catfish. Ropes were tied to the catfish's whiskers, and the Kung Fu Manatees pulled the ropes to move forward."Impressive, Satoru. After getting rid of the Crocodile, you even brought the Kung Fu Manatees to help us."Sanji lit a cigarette and praised him."If you want to put it that way, I suppose so.""However, I am another clone. The one fighting the Crocodile has already... finished his mission."Satoru replied, almost at a loss for words."Another clone? How many clones can you create at most? And where is your Main Body, Satoru?"Nami asked."Six at most.""This is all thanks to Chopper."Satoru replied.Chopper twisted his body happily, saying, "Oh, it was nothing~"Usopp exclaimed how amazing it was.Then Satoru turned his head to look into the distance. His field of vision zoomed in; the Main Body was leading Koza and the others toward Alabasta."He's waiting for you just ahead.""There's a surprise that won't disappoint you.""Surprise? What surprise?"Luffy asked with wide eyes."If you knew, it wouldn't be a surprise.""Just as well, in this little bit of time, I'll help you practice Armament Haki."Satoru stood up and spoke to Luffy.Luffy also stood up. "How do we practice?"Knowing he couldn't hit Crocodile, Luffy was eager to learn Armament Haki."It's like this: I hit you.""You can't resist!"After saying that, Satoru ruthlessly punched Luffy in the abdomen, even coating it with Armament Haki."Feel this sensation.""A human's physical body is soft, but when coated with Armament Haki, it becomes hard.""Strength, the strength within your body—you must learn to control the Qi. Control the Qi to concentrate and strengthen your fist. First the fist, and finally strengthening the whole body, so you must learn to master more Qi.""Hit me back.""Keep going until you learn to control it so that when you hit me, I don't feel any pain at all."Satoru shouted.He was serious.Main Body Satoru: Anyway, it's Clone Bai Yun who's being hit, what does it have to do with me?Clone Bai Yun: Beep beep beep beep!!!"And you, Zoro.""I remember it should be...""Right. A sword that can cut anything is a sword, and a sword that can cut nothing is also a sword.""Comprehend it for yourself: what is a sword that can cut nothing?"Satoru's words reminded Zoro of what his master, Koshiro, had said to him when he was a child.He didn't find it strange that Satoru had such insights into swordsmanship. Instead, he nodded, closed his eyes, and began to ponder the sentence... "Ugh!""How is it? Is there any change? Satoru."Luffy asked naively.Satoru clutched his stomach and bent over in pain.Looking up, his hands coated in Armament Haki, he grabbed Luffy's face and pulled it to both sides."There's a..." (Profanity Warning)"Nothing.""Please think carefully when you hit.""Two hours, and there's no difference at all."Satoru replied.After two hours, they reached this side of the Sandora River's bank.Once they disembarked, the Kung Fu Manatees retreated, expressing their deep reluctance to leave Luffy, their former master, and Satoru, their current master.Satoru also sighed. "Forget it, I won't force it. You'll have to figure it out yourself from now on."He had no choice; if they continued, Satoru was afraid his clone body would be smashed to pieces by Luffy.Luffy nodded and looked at his fist in deep thought."So far, things are going smoothly."Zoro said."But what do we do next?""Even if we ride Eyelash, we won't make it in time. Besides, Eyelash can only carry two people at most."Vivi said helplessly.Everyone looked at Satoru, who was clutching his stomach. It seemed that whenever they were in a bind, Satoru always had a way.Satoru immediately straightened up and uttered only one word."Wait.""Wait for what?"Nami asked, and just as she did, she heard Usoppshout."Look ahead!""We're not being attacked by enemies this soon, are we?!"Vivi looked toward the sound. "No... that's not right!""That's...""Karoo!""And the Super Spot-Billed Duck Squad!""Quack!"Karoo and the Super Spot-Billed Duck Squad ran up to Luffy and the others. Seven black ducks raised their wings in a salute.Satoru smiled. "Alright, let's talk about the plan.
Chapter 148: So, let's play a guessing game with them."Alright, let's talk about the plan."Originally, I was worried about how we would cover the remaining distance.Then Karoo arrived just in time with his Super Sonic Duck Squadron.There were a total of seven ducks, each with their own unique attire and appearance.Bai Yun didn't rush to move, but instead spoke up.Luffy and the others turned their heads to look at Bai Yun."A plan?""What plan, Bai Yun? We don't have time for plans now. We need to hurry and stop the rebels, and also beat that Crocodile and his subordinates!"Luffy raised his right fist, his left hand gripping his right forearm."I know time is short, but I've already made a plan. Just listen to me."Bai Yun replied.Nami nodded, "As expected of you, Bai Yun. Hurry and tell us.""Okay.""Alabasta has five city gates.""From here, we'll arrive at Alabasta's Southwest Gate.""And the rebels, coming from Nanohana, will definitely head for the main gate, which is the South Gate.""Crocodile's other five senior officers are probably already waiting for us at the Southwest Gate.""If they stop us, it will waste a lot of time.""So...""So!?""So, we'll play a guessing game with them.""A guessing game!?""Yes, you all ride the Super Sonic Ducks, wearing cloaks, and break into the city from three different gates.""Go in pairs, and you decide how to enter when you get there. Let them guess, 'Where is Vivi?'""But a riddle without an answer is unsolvable.""Our mission is for Vivi to meet the rebels.""And the commanders know our numbers; besides me, there are seven of you, which perfectly matches the seven Super Sonic Ducks.""So, we need them to believe that Vivi is among those who break into the city, thereby luring them into the city as well.""And Eyelashes is our secret weapon.""Zoro, Nami, Usopp, Sanji, Chopper, and Eyelashes, you all ride the Super Sonic Ducks ahead to draw away those chief commanders.""Vivi, you, Karoo, Luffy, and I will set off a step later.""Once the chief commanders are drawn away, we can safely intercept the rebels at the South Gate.""The uprising in Nanohana, with the rebels continuously catching up, has already reached two million people. Vivi, you need to be mentally prepared."After speaking, Bai Yun looked at everyone.Everyone fell silent.Bai Yun smiled slightly, "This is also news my clone in Alabasta received."Vivi was the first to speak, "Thank you, Bai Yun.""No matter how many people, I am ready."Vivi didn't ask why Nanohana rioted, proving that she also knew there was no need to care about what had already happened. What a smart princess."No need for thanks, we are all comrades, right, Luffy?"Bai Yun raised his hand, gesturing to the bandage on it, and replied."Hehe, right!"Luffy smiled, revealing his white teeth, and also raised his hand.The others, including Karoo, also extended their hands in unison."That's right, we are comrades!""Quack quack!!"Vivi held back her tears of emotion, nodded, and extended her hand as well."Alright.""According to the plan, let's keep moving forward!!"Bai Yun shouted.Zoro and the others quickly mounted the Super Sonic Ducks.But then a question arose, "Then what about you and Luffy, Bai Yun?"Vivi, sitting on Karoo, asked.Bai Yun gave a knowing smile, like a wise immortal with a brilliant plan, and gave the same answer."Wait."Then he looked up into the sky."They're here!"Bell, wrapped in bandages, was seen flying over."Bell!"Vivi exclaimed in surprise.Bell descended and landed in front of everyone."Princess.""Bell, how did you get here, and are you alright?!"Vivi asked.Bell shook his head and looked at Bai Yun, "I'm fine, Mr. Bai Yun and... Mr. Bai Yun saved me.""He also explained the situation to me. Let's go quickly."Vivi looked at Bai Yun again, her eyes filled with gratitude.Bai Yun returned her gaze with a smile."Alright, let's go.""Zoro, you all go ahead.""Okay, let's go!!"Zoro replied, pulling the rope and leading the charge, with the others following.After they had run a certain distance, Bai Yun floated up into the air, "Alright, let's go."Luffy sat on Bell's back.Vivi sat on Karoo.Bai Yun was in the lead, Bell carrying Luffy flew behind Bai Yun, and directly below them were Vivi and Karoo... everything was proceeding according to plan.Zoro and the others charged ahead, drawing away Mr. 1, Ms. Doublefinger, Mr. 2, Mr. 4, and Ms. Merry Christmas.Sanji and Chopper ran to the South Gate, with Mr. 4 and Ms. Merry Christmas giving chase.Zoro and Nami broke through the West Gate, pursued by Mr. 1 and Ms. Doublefinger.And Usopp and Eyelashes, after knocking away Mr. 2 Bon Kurei, entered the city from the Southwest Gate... "Zoro and the others successfully drew those guys away. Next, it's your task, Vivi. Everything we've done until now has been for this.""If we can't stop the rebels here, all our efforts will be in vain."Bai Yun said, looking at the deserted Southwest Gate, then turned to see rolling dust as the rebels approached, only 10 kilometers away.Vivi also looked at the rolling dust and nodded solemnly."Okay, you all go. I have something to attend to."Bai Yun replied.A question mark appeared above Luffy's head, "What else is there to do now, Bai Yun?""Something very important. You and Vivi just go towards the South Gate and stop Koza and his men.""We'll see you later."With that, Bai Yun stepped and flew away."Then let's go too, Luffy."Vivi said."Mm, don't worry, Vivi, you will definitely succeed in stopping the rebels."Luffy replied with a smile.The three people and one duck arrived 5 kilometers in front of the South Gate.Looking at the dense army, the sand on the ground was shaking, and Karoo couldn't help but tremble with fear.But then, what came into view was Bai Yun flying in the air, with Koza and his men behind him."Bai Yun!!"Luffy shouted in surprise, already dizzy."How many Bai Yuns are there?"Vivi was also very surprised, remembering what Bai Yun had said. Was this the surprise?...I am a Billion agent hidden within the Royal Army.The rebellion is about to begin.But I discovered that the princess of this kingdom actually appeared in front of the rebel army.No, I can't let this princess stop the rebellion.As soon as I fire, dust will kick up, and the rebels will see the princess.Once the boss takes over the country, if I tell him about this, I'll be rewarded handsomely.A bright future is within reach, hahahahaha.Fire! Fire!!But just then, a foot appeared in my sight."Fire! Fire!! I told you to fire!!"Bai Yun flew over and kicked the Billion agent spy, knocking him over, then repeatedly stomped on him with his foot.Chaka next to him was stunned, "Who are you
Chapter 149: Straw Hat Pirates vs. Chief CommandersFrom the moment Vivi boarded the ship and their adventure began until now, everything has led to this opportunity to stop the rebels.This time, Satoru would not stand by and watch this hard-won opportunity be ruined by an unknown spy.Just as he was about to fire a cannon to stir up dust and the emotions of the rebel army.Satoru flew in with a kick, stomping his face into the ground, causing the ground to crack instantly."Fire! Fire!! I told you to fire!!""An unknown nobody, who do you think you are, 'Second Company Commander'!!"Satoru repeatedly lifted and stomped, venting all the frustration he felt when he first saw this scene.Chaka, the adjutant of the Kingdom Guard, was momentarily stunned and couldn't react to this sudden situation."Who are you!!""Enemy attack! Seize him!!"Chaka ordered.Several Kingdom Soldiers, holding long spears, lunged at Satoru.Satoru leaped up and stood on the converged spearheads, looking down at Chaka with a slight smile."Don't panic.""I am not with the rebels."Satoru replied."Then who are you!?""I am a pirate.""…"Chaka fell silent. This was no different from being a rebel."But I am also a comrade of your country's Princess, Princess Vivi."Satoru continued, then handed Chaka a telescope, gesturing for him to look into the distance, where there was poetry... bah! Where Vivi was... "That's Princess Vivi!!"After seeing Vivi through the telescope, Chakaimmediately exclaimed, then wanted to go down directly.Satoru stopped him."What do you intend to do?""There are two million rebels!""No, it's too dangerous!!!"Chaka waved his arm, trying to break free from Satoru's grip, but Satoru's hand held him firmly.Only then did Chaka realize that the young man in front of him was not as simple as he seemed."Look closely.""Pell is there, and my comrades are there too.""We brought Vivi back for this very moment. Trust your princess; she is the strongest princess I have ever met."Satoru began his persuasive speech."Moreover, this place needs you to take charge of the overall situation."Satoru pulled up the Emissary of Billion he had stomped half to death, revealing the tattoo on his arm to Chaka."This tattoo is the mark of an organization called Baroque Works. Their boss is a pirate, and also the mastermind behind your country's rebellion.""Do you even know how many spies are in your Kingdom Army?"Satoru's words were like a lightning bolt striking Chaka's head, an epiphany. Chaka turned around and shouted."Pass it on!""Immediately check each other's bodies.""Arrest anyone with the mark.""Arrest anyone who doesn't cooperate as well.""It's good that you listen, but aren't you afraid I'm lying to you?"Satoru replied with a smile.Chaka turned back, still with a serious expression, but his tone held more gratitude."Thank you.""You're welcome.""They're here."Satoru replied, then glanced towards the roof of the royal castle in the center of Alabasta."With you managing the overall situation here, the rebellion will likely be stopped.""I have something to do, I'm leaving first."After speaking, without waiting for Chaka's reply, Satoru flew away.Chaka watched his departing figure, then looked in the direction of Vivi and the others."Princess...""I entrust these two million citizens to you..."...Vivi and Luffy blocked Koza, or rather, Main BodySatoru brought Koza and the others before them.Chaka began to search for spies within the Kingdom Army.Crocodile also arrived on the roof of the royal castle, with King Cobra still in his hands. Clone Bai Yunflew over, needing to temporarily divert Crocodile's attention so he wouldn't notice anything amiss.And within Alabasta city, and in front of the South Gate.The battle of the Straw Hat Pirates vs. the Chief Commanders of Baroque Works also began... The Chief Commanders, realizing they had been tricked, were all very angry.Now, Usopp, who had a combat disadvantage, and Eyelashes, who had almost no combat power, naturally couldn't defeat Mr. 2, also known as Mr. 2 Bon Clay.Mr. 2 Bon Clay snatched Usopp's windproof binoculars and left, intending to use his Devil Fruit Ability to capture Vivi.But he encountered Sanji halfway."Okama...""Our Sniper cherishes those windproof goggles!"Sanji immediately kicked out. Mr. 2 Bon Clay was also a strong kick user, a perfect match."So it's Straw Hat's accomplice. Does that mean you are Mr. Prince?""No, my name is Sanji, an excellent Sea Chef."...And after Usopp woke up, he also arrived in front of the South Gate, only to see a battered, human-form Chopper lying on the ground."Chopper!""Are you alright, Chopper.""Pull yourself together, Chopper.""I'm here to help you. Where are the enemies? Where is the Mr. 4 Team?"Usopp helped Chopper up.Chopper looked forward, "They're still nearby."Usopp followed Chopper's gaze and saw... air."Isn't there no one here?""Underground.""Ms. Merry Christmas is a Mole-Human who ate the Mole-Mole Devil Fruit.""The other Mr. 4 is the 'Number Four Batter' and is with a dog."Chopper explained.Usopp was still confused. A dog? What does that have to do with a dog?"What? I completely don't understand what you're sayi—""Get down!"Before Usopp could finish, Chopper pushed him down.A baseball flew past Usopp's long nose, exploding instantly, scaring Usopp into opening his mouth wide and swallowing a mouthful of sand... Meanwhile, with Zoro and Nami.To save her life, Nami took off running.Zoro had no objection.But unexpectedly, Mr. 1 and Ms. Two Fingersignored him and chased Nami.Because of the first rule of the 'Killing Code': eliminate the weak first.Zoro chased after them, then... got lost, and then Nami was hunted down."I've had enough! Where did that idiotic swordsman go! Where did he go!""That idiot! Where did he run off to!""Didn't I tell her to shut up and hide? What else can that idiotic woman do besides run fast?"The two insulted each other, but both were looking for the other."I can't run anymore, I have to fight!"Nami thought, leaning on a pillar, panting.But the moment she turned and saw Mr. 1 and Ms. Two Fingers, she immediately gave up."Still no good."Less than a second passed from deciding to fight to giving up."Is this ever going to end...?"Mr. 1 said impatiently, then stepped forward and charged.Just as Mr. 1 swung his arm blade at Nami, Zorothankfully arrived just in time.He drew his blade and blocked Mr. 1's arm, but the stone pillar in front still cracked."Your body is unusual."Zoro made another cut, just a test.Mr. 1 raised his arm to block, revealing a series of blades along his arm."I am a Full-Body Blade Human who ate the Dice-Dice Devil Fruit.""You are the Hundred-Man Slayer Swordsman from Whiskey Peak, aren't you?""And you're also the one who refused and killed Mr. 7 in East Blue a few years ago, aren't you?"Mr. 1 replied and counter-questioned."Ha.""Those were truly nostalgic times.""Back then, I said I'd join on one condition: that I be the boss."Zoro propped a sword, its back resting on his shoulder, and replied with a smile."However, you not only refused but also attacked me, so I had no choice but to deal with him.""But this time, even if you let me be the boss, I won't join your trash organization!"Zoro finished speaking.Mr. 1's five fingers instantly transformed into blades and slashed down. Zoro blocked with his sword."Arrogant!""Just a pirate from an unknown pirate crew!""Ms. Two Fingers...""Are you trying to say, 'I'll take care of this guy'? Go ahead, I'll handle the little girl."With that, Ms. Two Fingers swayed her hips and walked away.Zoro exclaimed in alarm, "Damn it, Nami."But when he turned around, Nami had already run off, which was not unexpected.And in an alley about three alleys away from Zoroand Mr. 1's battlefield, Nami, who was hiding there, was also found by Ms. Two Fingers.Since there was no longer any reliance or escape route, Nami decided to face them directly, picking up her clima-tact.And so.Usopp, Chopper vs. Mr. 4 and Ms. Merry Christmas.Sanji vs. Mr. 2 Bon Clay.Zoro vs. Mr. 1.Nami vs. Ms. Two Fingers.A new round of battles began.
Chapter 150: Mole Mound Street Number FourFive kilometers outside Alabasta, Vivi and Luffy met Koza and Satoru's Main Body.Everything Vivi had done since boarding the ship had led up to this moment.Meanwhile, in front of Alabasta's South Gate, on the streets and in the alleys, the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates were engaged in their own battles.Sir Crocodile, whose lower body had turned to sand, flew directly from Rainbase to the top of AlabastaKingdom's castle. Robin and King Cobra were also there. To prevent Crocodile from noticing anything suspicious for the time being, Clone Bai Yun also rushed over, preparing to "sacrifice himself for righteousness"... "Satoru!""It's you again. Wait, I mean, how many clones do you have?"Satoru landed on the desert five kilometers outside Alabasta, and Luffy asked."Hahaha, guess whether the me standing right in front of you is also a clone?"Satoru said with a smile, clearly trying to stump Luffy."Never mind that, it's not important.""Is this surprise good enough, Princess Vivi? I guaranteed it using my own personality. I'm exhausted. I should have used Zoro's or Sanji's instead."Satoru voluntarily stepped aside and stood next to Luffy, allowing Vivi and Koza, who was sitting on a horse, to look at each other."Satoru... thank you."Vivi had countless words of gratitude in her heart, but only the three words "thank you" managed to escape her lips.Satoru shook his head slightly. "The clone already told you: we are comrades. There's no need for thanks.""Let's get straight to business.""I think Mr. Koza is quite bewildered right now."Satoru smiled and looked at Koza.Koza looked at Vivi, and memories from their childhood surfaced."Vivi...""Boss..."Vivi replied, still using the nickname she had for Koza when they were children.As she spoke, tears began to flow.Decisive kill.Koza gripped the reins tightly, suppressing the urge to dismount, and asked Vivi."Princess Vivi!""What exactly is going on?!!""Is it the Kingdom, is it your father, who stole the rain from this country!!??"Vivi raised her head and shouted, "My father... the King is not that kind of person! Absolutely not! All of this is..."...In front of Alabasta's South Gate.The battle between Usopp, Chopper, Mr. 4, and Ms. Merry Christmas."We need to hide farther away, Usopp!"Mr. 4's pet is a Gun that ate the Dachshund devil fruit, Dachshund Gun Lassu. By sneezing, Lassu spits out timed baseball bombs, which Mr. 4calculates the timing for and then strikes them out using his weapon, the Four-Ton Baseball.Even though Usopp ducked and dodged, the bomb still exploded right above him.However, everyone who joins the Straw Hat Piratesis an unkillable cockroach, so that hit wasn't too bothersome yet.Seeing Mr. 4 rest his baseball bat on a rock, crushing the rock instantly, Usopp's eyes widened until they were almost as long as his nose.This surprise also included the sight of Satoru on a broken bridge behind Mr. 4.Satoru had said he had a total of six clones.One was killed by Crocodile in Rainbase.One was currently rushing toward the top of the castle.The other four were assigned one to each of his comrades' four battlefields, but he wasn't planning on intervening. Even if he did, they wouldn't necessarily win, as they were only clones.Clone Bai Yun raised a finger to his lips, signaling Usopp to keep silent, then sat directly on the ground and pulled out a small water bucket to drink, indicating he had no intention of taking action.Usopp swallowed hard, understood Satoru's intention, and shifted his gaze back to Mr. 4 and Ms. Merry Christmas, who had jumped out of the ground and was standing behind him."The Mole Man is out! Is she the Mole Man!?"Usopp shouted, pointing at Ms. Merry Christmas.However, Ms. Merry Christmas hadn't transformed yet... though there wasn't much difference."Pigs!! You two pigs!!!"Ms. Merry Christmas was furious, as she naturally had a terrible temper."I'm going to kill you!""Enjoy my turf, [Mole Mound Street Number Four]."Ms. Merry Christmas raised her hand, her nails grew long, and her mouth extended into a point, activating her Mole Form. However, combined with her plump body, she looked like... "A penguin."Chopper and Usopp said in unison, showing perfect coordination."Didn't I say I was a mole!!""Pigs!!""Prepare to die!!"Ms. Merry Christmas went berserk again and burrowed into the ground along with Mr. 4 and the Dachshund Gun.Satoru, however, grew interested. It was the perfect time to test how his Observation Haki was performing now.
Chapter 151: Captain UsoppMs. Merry Christmas, Mr. 4, and his pet dachshund, Gun, all burrowed into the moleholes Ms. Merry Christmas had dug. This was their fighting style.Usopp and Chopper were forced to play 'Whac-A-Mole,' except these moles spat bombs and grabbed ankles.Clone Bai Yun sat on the broken bridge, watching their battle below. He used Observation Haki to sense every hole Ms. Merry Christmas and Mr. 4popped out of, considering it practice for his Haki... "They've burrowed underground..."Chopper said, worried that the situation where he was previously unable to get up after being hit by a combo of explosions would happen again.Usopp bit his lip, his eyes narrowed, and he said,"Alright!""Run away now while you can!!"He made the most determined expression while making the fastest escape.This completely baffled Chopper."Wait a minute!!!""Danger!"Chopper's tone suddenly changed because Gun, the dachshund, suddenly popped out of a hole in front of Usopp and spat out a baseball bomb.Usopp immediately bent like a shrimp, and the bomb flew past his waist.But Mr. 4 popped out of a hole behind him, caught the flying bomb, and hit it with a bat. The bomb flew into the air, then fell down."Huh? So the Number Four Batter isn't always accurate either. I could dodge that ball with my eyes closed."Usopp continued to run.Unexpectedly, after the bomb dropped, it spun and bounced up, smashing towards Usopp's back."It's a curveball! Watch out, Usopp!"Chopper immediately transformed into his beast form, bit Usopp's collar, and pulled him away.An explosion occurred behind them, but true men never look back at explosions.Regarding Mr. 4's attack, the 'referee,' Satoru, stated that it was all flash and no substance, scoring zero points. Wouldn't it be better to just hit the person directly?Usopp: Whose team are you on!!"So you're an animal type too. I knew you weren't human."Great Mighty Heavenly Dragon, Great Luo... Sorry, wrong channel, wrong channel.Mole Christmas said, looking at Chopper, who had transformed back into his human form.At this moment, Gun fired another shot.Chopper charged directly at Mr. 4."As long as I knock you out first!!"But suddenly, his figure froze. Mole Christmaspopped out of the hole and firmly grabbed Chopper's feet with her claws."Hehe, pig!""The batter can't be absent! Die!"The bomb flew past Chopper. Mr. 4 seized the opportunity and slammed it back.With the impact and explosive force of that swing, Chopper would be dead or crippled."Ah!!!""Chopper!!"Usopp shouted worriedly."Ah!!!!""Chopper!!!"Then, the bomb flew over Chopper's head.Chopper had transformed back into his usual small form, dodging the bomb.Satoru remarked: Exactly, can I get a link for this clothing that also shrinks?"That was close, I almost forgot that move."Chopper wiped the sweat from his forehead and continued to transform into his strong human form.He threw two solid punches at Mole Christmas and Mr. 4.But they both dodged into their holes.Chopper looked around and realized Usopp was also gone.Only Satoru, with his 'God's Eye View,' knew where Usopp had gone."Over... here!""Usopp... Smash!!!"Usopp emerged from a tunnel behind Mr. 4, holding a '5-ton' iron hammer, and smashed it down onto Mr. 4's head. Mr. 4, who already had no neck, now had even less of one.Satoru smiled. When it came to using the environment to fight, Usopp was probably the best on their ship.Landing, Usopp stood in front of the unconscious Mr. 4, wiping his nose with a finger."Don't think you're the only ones who can move freely in these underground tunnels!""Oh my goodness!" Chopper exclaimed."What! A five-ton iron hammer!! You kid, you're actually that strong!!"This was Mole Christmas's astonishment.Satoru couldn't understand what material could be compressed into a 5-ton iron hammer the width of a frying pan."I am the King of Destruction who has sunk countless battleships."Usopp began to act."So amazing!!"Chopper believed him, which was not surprising."You... who exactly are you, a holy deity!!"Mole Christmas also believed him, which was also not surprising.Usopp carried the hammer, took a step, and smirked."I am Captain Usopp!!!"
Chapter 152: South Gate Victory"This country will be mine before long!"On the roof of the Alabasta Kingdom castle, King Nefeltari Cobra was cosplaying Jesus, nailed to the wall.Robin and Crocodile were also up there.Watching the billowing clouds of sand ahead, the corners of Crocodile's mouth couldn't help but curl up.Satoru was full of tricks; he had Koza and his group stop, and also had the people behind them march in place to kick up dust, temporarily preventing Crocodile from seeing through the ruse.Just as Crocodile was lamenting, Satoru suddenly popped up from below."Surprised?"The smile on Crocodile's face vanished instantly, and his gaze at Satoru held a hint of surprise."Aren't you dead?!""That's right, so, surprised?"Satoru replied with a smile.Crocodile probably hated the words "Surprised?" to death right about now.Back to the battle.Usopp "knocked out" Mr. 4 with a "hammer," successfully bluffing Mole Christmas.He started playing "Whac-A-Mole" with Mole Christmas. Wary of the 5-ton hammer, Mole Christmas didn't dare to fight back for a moment and just scurried around."Pig!!! Hehehehe, even if you're holding that thing, it's useless if you can't hit me, pig!!!"Mole Christmas lay at the entrance of the hole, taunting the panting Usopp.Usopp didn't care and said with his head lowered, "You've probably heard that many people in your Baroque Works have been taken out by us. Actually, I was the one who took them all out alone!""And! I have 8,000 subordinates!!"After saying this, Usopp lifted the "5-ton" hammer with one hand."What!!""So amazing!"Mole Christmas, the enemy, was still skeptical, but Chopper, the teammate, believed it instantly.This left Mole Christmas confused; was this Long Nose really that impressive?Usually, Satoru and the others would expose him, so Chopper's support left Usopp at a loss, and he could only "lift weights" with the hammer."...""5 tons!""So amazing!""5 tons!""So amazing!!""Uh... so... painful."Just then, Mr. 4 reacted.Satoru suddenly felt his back get hit. Oh, it was Mr. 4's slow reaction time that had finally traveled around the world to hit his back."My god, to take a 5-ton hammer and still be able to..."Chopper acted very surprised, and Usopp was no different."To think he only just reacted now."The mindless Mole Christmas grew a bit of a brain at this moment and discovered the clue."Wait, if it were really a 5-ton hammer, how could Mr. 4 not even have a bump on his head?!"As she spoke, the Gun cooperated by spitting out a bomb, burning away Usopp's hammer.It was Usopp's special edition hammer.The only iron parts were the frying pans on both sides and the stick; everything else was black tape."Fake... it's fake!"Little Chopper felt the malice of the world."No kidding! How could I possibly lift something that weighs 5 tons!""I can't even lift 5 kilograms!!"That was Usopp's self-awareness, though it was a bit exaggerated. Can't even lift five kilograms? Even Lin Daiyu could pick up a shovel to move dirt.Mole Christmas scowled, "You brat, how dare you lie to me!!""I absolutely won't forgive you!!!""Mole Tunneling Technique [Mole Fish]!"Mole Christmas jumped up and dove down, digging a new tunnel."Run!!"Having been exposed, Usopp could only keep running."Watch out!"Chopper shouted, and they saw Mole Christmaspop up from behind Usopp and swipe with a claw."Mole: Banana Claw!"Usopp's face was directly scratched."Usopp!!""Mr. 4, go kill that Reindeer!""Let him witness the power of [Four Hundred Blows Super Violent Strike]!"Mole Christmas said. Mr. 4 raised his hands in response, and the Gun instantly spat out a few bombs. Mr. 4 struck them violently in succession, and the bombs instantly surrounded Chopper."Chopper!"Usopp shouted worriedly."You'd better worry about yourself!"Mole Christmas came over, swinging her claws again."Mommy!"Usopp jumped to dodge and turned to run."Banana Claw!""Banana Claw!!!""...""Why did it come to me?"Usopp fled, Mole Christmas chased.The two ran onto the broken bridge where Satoruwas sitting. Mole Christmas crashed into the ground, and the entire bridge collapsed.The broken bridge turned into ruins, but not a single piece hit Usopp.After all, Usopp was the kind of person who usually beat Lucky Fruit users with his luck."Hahaha, you stinky penguin, stinky old hag, you finally got crushed to death!""I told you, I'm Mole Christmas!!"Usopp said smugly. Before long, Mole Christmaspopped up and grabbed his feet."Mole Tunnel Highway!""Stop, stop it! There's a wall ahead!!"Usopp screamed, and the result was his outline appearing on the wall."I've discovered your weakness!"Chopper finished his diagnosis, and the moment the Gun spat out a bomb, he pressed its mouth into the hole."Get away from the mole, Usopp!"With a bang, fire erupted from all the holes.Chopper transformed into his Heavy Point form and pulled Usopp away. "The mole's weakness is that the tunnels are all connected!"Unfortunately, it wasn't over yet."He's still alive!"Chopper said in surprise.The effect of the rumble ball was only half left."I can't do this! Bai... I can't fight these monsters!"Usopp got up and ran, almost shouting Satoru's name.Who knew that Mole Christmas would pop out of the ground again and grab his feet."You actually used such dirty tricks!""What were you just about to call out, Bai? Satoru, right?""That guy in your crew with the 25 million bounty? It's a pity, a 25 million piece of trash daring to go against our boss, he's long since dead without even a scrap left!!""Huh??"Hearing her say this, Usopp turned around and saw Satoru standing on a tilted pillar, smiling at him."What are you talking about?""Where is he dead?""He is dead!!""Stop fantasizing!!!""Go to hell yourself!!!""Mr. 4!"Mole Christmas dragged Usopp and started charging forward again. After smashing through a wall, Mr. 4 was waiting there with a baseball bat.Usopp had grievances he couldn't voice."Satoru is clearly right...""Mole Tunnel!""Number Four Crossroad!""Bang!!"With this combo from Mole Christmas and Mr. 4, one swing of the bat, and Usopp's nasal bone and skull cracked.It was just a minor, fatal injury; nothing to worry about."I did indeed die, but I also didn't die."Satoru spoke. Mole Christmas and Mr. 4 were startled and immediately looked toward the sound.But Satoru ignored them and looked at Usopp, "Do you need me to step in? Usopp... a man."After saying that, Satoru stomped his feet."How can you still be alive!"Mole Christmas shouted."Guess?""You'd better worry about yourself first."Satoru returned this line to her on Usopp's behalf.Seeing Usopp behind her still able to stand up, even Mole Christmas was a bit shocked."One more time! Mr. 4!"Mole Christmas grabbed Usopp's feet, intending to repeat the same trick."Don't even think about it! Let me show you my secret point form!""Horn Point!"Chopper transformed into his Heavy Point form, his horns instantly growing and enlarging."I am a man of the sea!""Follow behind me, Chopper!"This time, Usopp didn't just surrender; he took out his slingshot."Special Move: Smoke Star."The bullet hit Mr. 4, and the area instantly filled with smoke. Usopp slipped out of his shoes to break free from Mole Christmas.Chopper followed closely behind, skewered Mole Christmas with his horns, and charged forward.Smoke filled the air, and the simple-minded Mr. 4 didn't listen to Mole Christmas's shouts at all. He just wanted to swing his bat, and well, he ended up striking his teammate."It's me!""Bang!"By the time Mr. 4 saw clearly, Mole Christmas had already flown out, flying toward Satoru."Like playing baseball, huh."Satoru also pulled out a baseball bat from behind. The moment Mole Christmas approached, using the Light-Heavy Fruit to increase the weight of the baseball bat (clones can choose one ability from the bracelet to permanently replicate), the 10,000-pound bat instantly smashed Mole Christmas back."Hmm, nice hit."Below, Usopp hit Mr. 4's abdomen with a real hammer bullet, added to the Mole Christmas that Satoru had knocked back, which slammed into him.Mr. 4 also saw stars and lost his fighting ability.As for the Gun, it had already been knocked out back when Chopper pressed its head into the hole while it was spitting bombs.Two people and one dog, all knocked out.The battle at the South Gate.Usopp and Chopper victorious.
Chapter 153: You Really Believe That?"Fire Fist!!""Desert Spada!!"The giant fist of fire and the sand slash collided, both shattering simultaneously.Crocodile was quite "concerned" about the Whitebeard Pirates.Looking at Satoru, who had "returned from the dead" and now possessed the Devil Fruit Ability of Fire Fist Ace, the Second Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, his eyes were filled with nothing but killing intent."10 minutes, there are still 10 minutes left.""No matter how many of you there are, I'll just kill them all."Crocodile had "figured out" the duration of Satoru's replication and directly laid down the law with harsh words."Oh my, how scary."Satoru replied in a cheeky, annoying manner."How about this, give me some face.""I'll give you, uh... 1,000 Berries, no more.""And you give up on this country.""How about it? It's a great deal, right?""Desert la Spada!!"Crocodile didn't bother to respond and continued his attack; even a fool could tell Satoru was talking absolute nonsense.Four sand slashes came flying at him, and Satoruimmediately transformed into his elemental state to dodge."You're really quite rude.""Then let's fight!""You'll have to endure another 10 minutes of frustration.""Can't hit me.""Are you mad? Are you mad?...""Fire Pistol!"...The South Gate of Alabasta.Usopp had multiple blast injuries on his body, scratches on his face, and fractures in his skull and nasal bone. Chopper's fur was slightly dirty, and of course, he also had multiple blast injuries.After sustaining these injuries, they had ultimately achieved victory."I think I saw an old man with a white beard."Usopp lay sprawled on the ground, his vision starting to blur."No, it's not like that, don't talk nonsense! Usopp.""Doctor! Doctor!!"Chopper ran around Usopp in a panic.Satoru came over and flicked Chopper on the head."You are the doctor.""Oh right! I am the doctor!"Realizing this, Chopper immediately pulled out bottles and jars from his medical bag and began treating Usopp.Satoru placed a small bucket next to Usopp's head and put a straw in his mouth."Good job, Usopp.""You're one step closer to being a brave warrior of the sea."Usopp smiled, and then... "Of course.""I am... Gulp, cough, cough!!"He then choked on the water; the coughing fit jolted his entire body, and the pain knocked him unconscious.Satoru:... "I didn't do it on purpose.""It's fine, he passed out. That's actually better for bandaging him up. Help me, Satoru."...Victory at the South Gate.Shifting the scene to the streets.Cough cough, hello everyone, this is Polka Street, covering the battle between Sanji and Mr. 2 Bon Clay.Your host, Satoru, is here with a live broadcast.On a rooftop, yet another Clone Bai Yun watched the evenly matched fight between Sanji and Mr. 2 Bon Clay below."Taste This servant's Okama Kenpo!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay threw a straight punch, which Sanjisidestepped.Unexpectedly, Mr. 2 Bon Clay opened his fist, pressed his fingers together, and curved his wrist to hook toward Sanji.If not for Sanji's flexibility, that move would have gone straight for his throat."Okama Kenpo: Melancholy Swan Ballet!"Having missed once, Mr. 2 Bon Clay gathered his momentum again.His pressed fingers and curved arms looked like swan heads.Indeed, the phantoms of four swans appeared behind him.Except, each one looked like it was drunk, with a bright red face, a grin, and its tongue lolling out.This had absolutely nothing to do with being "melancholy."Sanji grit his teeth, his brow furrowed; he thought he couldn't waste any more time and had to finish him in one move.As Mr. 2 Bon Clay's hand struck, Sanji immediately kicked out."Collier!""Ah!"It was blocked."Épaule!""Côtelette!""Selle!""Poitrine!""Gigot!"A series of kicks, but all were blocked by Mr. 2 Bon Clay."Ugh...""Mutton Shot!!""Okama Kenpo: Swan Arabesque!!"Finally, both unleashed their strongest kick.Their legs collided, and both were sent flying backward by the impact, crashing through the houses behind them and leaving large holes."To think I used Mutton Shot on that bastard Okama...""To think I used Swan Arabesque on that idiot cook, you've got to be kidding me.""You two actually make a pretty good pair.""Who's a pair with him!!" ×2Satoru's voice-over drifted in.The two looked up and immediately retorted.Sanji wasn't surprised that Satoru had shown up."You... you're still alive!!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay found it hard to believe."Nope.""I'm just a ghost now!"The words just rolled off Satoru's tongue."What!!!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay was so scared he let out a scream of pure terror.Satoru hadn't expected it—you actually believed that?
Chapter 154: Completely ControlledSeven and a half minutes passed. Robin noticed the sandstorm constantly swirling, but the army was late in arriving.But just as she realized something was wrong, the army started moving again.They were indeed moving, but this time, the people they were fighting were different.But Robin still maintained her suspicion.After glancing at Crocodile, who was frantically attacking Satoru, she said nothing... and returned to the battle on the street.Satoru appeared.Sanji expressed no surprise whatsoever.Mr. 2 Bon Clay, however, couldn't believe it and actually believed Satoru's claim that he was a ghost.Satoru hadn't expected him to believe it."Wait!!""How can a ghost stand in the sun!!!""You still have a shadow!!!!"After being startled, Mr. 2 Bon Clay also realized something was wrong."...""Wow, should I praise you?"Satoru didn't know how to respond.Mr. 2 Bon Clay struck a pose."Hmph, I don't care how you survived.""Even if both of you come at me.""This servant will not be afraid!""There is no word for 'fear' in the Okama dictionary!!""Then have you considered switching dictionaries?"Satoru quipped."...""Enough! This servant is getting serious!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay pretended not to hear."You've already witnessed my Imitation ability.""But my greatest skill is Imitation Memory.""If I use it, I can create many [Composite Faces]!!""Then I'll make you laugh so hard you can't stand up, leaving you completely vulnerable!!""Here I come!""The World's Strangest [Nose]!""The World's Strangest [Head]!""The World's Strangest [Eye]!""The World's Strangest [Mouth]!""Today's Grand Reveal: [Mane Mane Combination Face]!"Satoru: "..."Sanji: "...""Besides that nose that looks like Usopp's, did anything else change?""Ninety-nine percent of it is still just your face."Satoru and Sanji spoke the truth.Mr. 2 Bon Clay sadly lay on the ground, looking at his face in a mirror.He wasn't depressed, though.The mirror was depressed."A lapse in defense!"Sanji immediately kicked him."Ah!!""Bastard, do you have no sympathy? Are you that cold and heartless?!""I don't have time to watch your acrobatics."Sanji replied while still holding his leg up."Acrobatics!?""This servant assures you, this is not acrobatics. This servant has previously met fellows who couldn't bear to attack This servant because of [Friendship]."Satoru knew what Mr. 2 Bon Clay was trying to do, but he had the wrong idea.The Straw Hat Pirates are mutually antagonistic.Take Zoro, for example; he wants to cut everyone except Chopper."Hahahaha, if you dare, then attack..."Mr. 2 Bon Clay changed into Usopp's face. Before he could finish his sentence, Sanji delivered a solid kick straight to his face, pinning him down completely."What? A person like you can so casually strike a friend's face?""Hmph, no matter whose face you transform into, I will attack.""What's most important about a person is the [Heart]!"Sanji pointed his thumb backward at his chest.Satoru stood on the rooftop with his arms crossed, waiting for Sanji to be proven wrong."The human heart!!"Mr. 2 Bon Clay opened his eyes wide in surprise, then suddenly had a flash of inspiration."I got it! How about this person? She must be special to you."Mr. 2 Bon Clay immediately transformed into Nami's face.Sanji instantly had hearts in his eyes, and his throat turned into a heart that popped out.Mr. 2 Bon Clay: "..." (Changes back)Sanji: Indifferent.Mr. 2 Bon Clay: (Changes back)Sanji: (ღ♡‿♡ღ)...Satoru facepalmed and shook his head. He was completely controlled.Sanji was right, though; what's most important about a person is the heart.Even "Tang Monk" spat out so many hearts.And the heart that weighs most heavily for Sanji is his "Lustful Heart."...Sanji was controlled and passively took the beating.He was immediately stepped on by Mr. 2 Bon Clay, who was transformed into Nami.When Satoru asked if he needed help, he stubbornly refused.If he accepted help, Mosshead would laugh him to death if he found out."Hahaha, you're only tough with your words, aren't you?""You can't stand up anymore, can you, First-Rate Chef of the Sea?"Sanji gritted his teeth and pushed himself up, "Bastard Okama, don't get too arrogant...""(ღ♡‿♡ღ) I got carried away ♡~"The first half of his sentence was fierce, but the moment he saw Nami's face, he instantly softened again."Although playing with you is fun, This servantdoesn't have time to waste on you.""Because I need to hurry up and execute the mission to kill [Princess Vivi]."Mr. 2 Bon Clay decided to end the fight.Satoru raised a small hand as if to answer."About that, you don't need to worry. You have plenty of time.""It's impossible to complete anyway." (Whispering...)