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There is a little-known fact that Rowen crossed into this world in the year 1515 of the Sea Calendar; however, the War of the Countries had already occurred by then.
So, whether Kozuki Toki's prophecy foresaw Rowen's appearance remains an unsolvable mystery.
Unbeknownst to the Hundred Beast Pirates, their revenge is on the horizon. Inside the G-11 Base, Rowen held a Den Den Mushi, looking strangely contemplative.
After discussions with the Gorōsei (Five Elder Stars), the Germa Kingdom exchanged government support for over twenty thousand clone soldiers. Heavily guarded aircraft and Plasma Cannons were transported to the Germa Kingdom, and it is believed that soon news will come of Germa 66 conquering a certain kingdom in the North Blue.
With Germa's soldiers combined with the Marines' advanced equipment, this wicked army, which only exists in legends, will surely send shivers down the spines of the North Blue royalty.
However, Vinsmoke Judge found it strange that the government insisted on a one-time payment instead of a long-term cooperation in installments.
But since the deal was struck, he had no time to worry about that now; Germa's revenge was just beginning.
In the original story, it was also around this time that, after years of preparation, he sought to gain support through a marriage alliance with Big Mom to start his revenge.
Rowen was also busy and had no time to follow up. The search had been underway for several weeks, and he finally found the entire group of Kin'emon that had escaped.
However, the location they were about to reach made Rowen feel powerless to complain.
"You mean they went to Dressrosa?"
Upon hearing this, the senior official of the Information Force in the New World, codenamed "Eagle," quickly replied from the other end of the Den Den Mushi: "Yes, sir! According to reliable information, they changed ships at Barton Island and are heading straight for Dressrosa!"
"That's strange... From Barton Island to Dressrosa, it crosses the North and South poles of the New World. That direction cannot be indicated by a Log Pose."
Even the three magnetic lines dedicated to the New World should not cross over a dozen islands in between and head directly to Dressrosa.
Is it the plot converging, or is there something else going on?
"Prepare, Eagle. This time, I will personally take action!"
"Sir, you are coming personally?"
On the other end of the Den Den Mushi, Eagle's voice carried a hint of surprise.
Even though these individuals are very important, they don't need the famous Marine Admiral to take action personally, do they?
"There's no choice; what can I say? Your commander's temper is too big!"
Rowen lamented, "If I give him more work, I estimate he will turn against me."
Eagle: "..."
Although he didn't know who that mysterious commander of the Assassination Force really was, the fact that it could make the Admiral say such a thing showed that he was indeed an extraordinary character.
"I understand. I will prepare everything here and await your arrival!"
"No need! Have you forgotten the operational code of the Assassination Force, Eagle?"
On the other side, Eagle suddenly became alarmed and quickly responded.
"Sorry, I misspoke!"
"Mm, it's fine. Separating work from personal life and living with a mask without being discovered is indeed a difficult task, and I can understand that. However... there won't be a next time."
"Yes!"
After hanging up the Den Den Mushi, Rowen stretched his shoulders and Blinked to the Base Head's office.
"They escaped to Dressrosa?"
Smoker was taken aback: "Why?"
"I want to know too, which is why I decided to go personally."
Rowen had come to the G-11 this time specifically for them. Given the importance of the Time-Time Fruit, he naturally wouldn't entrust it to others.
"Understood. I wish you a smooth journey, Admiral!"
...
Dressrosa, also known as the "Land of Love, Passion, and Toys"... Naturally, this was a matter from several years ago.
Since a war caused Dressrosa to be torn apart—literally torn apart—nearly four years have passed.
Under the leadership of the returning King Riku, the residents of Dressrosa, who deeply understood that national wealth and strength are the hard truths, began to develop in a sustainable manner.
The barren sandy soil was planted with fruit trees that could survive in such an environment, and a small portion of fertile land was cultivated into farmland for growing food.
"Tourism," "sunny beaches," and "holiday paradise" remain synonymous with Dressrosa, but now it is hard to see the local residents idly gathering in the coliseum, shouting and spilling blood for entertainment.
A sense of "vitality" and "energy" has taken root in these four pieces of barren land.
At this moment, in Area One of Dressrosa.
Years ago, due to a massive explosion, the entire Dressrosa was blown into four pieces. Fortunately, Dressrosa is so poor that the entire island is essentially a large rock, and thanks to the hardness of the rock, it was not directly sunk.
Area One was the most severely damaged area in a subsequent invasion war. After the great battle, King Riku transformed it into a port area, concentrating all outsiders in one place.
There is a hint of being a turtle hiding in its shell, but it effectively isolates the other three areas from threats.
Kin'emon received the pass issued by the guards and scratched his head in confusion.
"I don't see anything dangerous here, Pink Feather! The residents are very friendly, and those little ones called fairies are quite cute."
This is a magical island where humans and fairies coexist harmoniously. While the citizens of the nation worked hard to cultivate the wasteland, these plant-loving fairies helped a lot, and the residents liked them so much that some even volunteered to run a fairy café in a designated area.
"Idiot! I told you not to talk to me; just treat me like a motionless stuffed toy!"
These three fools may not understand, but Doflamingo knows that there are residents in Dressrosa who are aware of the existence of the Hobi Hobi no Mi (Toy Toy Fruit).
Once he exposes himself in front of others, his true identity will undoubtedly be revealed.
With his current strength, a group of ordinary people could easily tear him apart!
"Remember what I told you? Take the stuff and leave, and then we all go our separate ways, with no debts owed."
"Yes, yes, I understand!"
With a helpless shrug, Kin'emon turned to Kanjuro.
"Then let's head to Area Four... but that's where the palace is located, and the defenses are tight. We won't be able to get in like this."
"We'll think of a way when we get there!"
Kanjuro tapped the back of his head and suddenly whispered, "But I must reiterate, if those treasures do not belong to you, please forgive us for not accompanying you!"
"Rest assured!"
In response, Doflamingo, who was hiding in the backpack, replied, "Those are treasures I didn't take with me before leaving. Only I know how to open the secret room door. If King Riku and the others knew the treasures existed, they wouldn't have to endure such hard times, would they?"
"That makes sense."
As they walked along, the trio witnessed the poverty and hard work of the Dressrosa residents. If the royal family were as kind as the residents claimed, there would be no reason to hoard treasures without using them to develop the country.
Watching the three finally head towards the palace as planned, Doflamingo wore a wicked and wild smile in his backpack.
"Fuf fuf fuffuf fuf, once I get the startup funds, it will be time for you to pay the price, Celestial Dragons!"
*(End of Chapter)*