Chapter 78 America Island

"!!!"

What appeared in front of the many female warriors of the Nine Snakes Pirates was a man who surprised them all.

How should I describe it?

There was no demonic aura reflected in the moonlight like in the bounty poster, nor the monstrous presence they had imagined for someone with a bounty of 1.45 billion Berries.

In terms of age and height, he seemed similar to their empress, Lady Snake.

He had short black hair and wore a red short-sleeved shirt with bat patterns on the upper body, exposing his chest. His lower half was adorned with sunflower-patterned shorts. He had a smile on his face.

He didn't look like the monster who had shaken the seas a week ago. Instead, he appeared to be a cheerful, handsome boy on vacation at the beach.

"Lord Gnar!!!"

If it weren't for the cheers of the prisoners, everyone in the Nine Snakes Pirates would have thought they had mistaken the person.

"That?"

Although Empress Hancock was the captain of the Nine Snakes Pirates, Granny New took the initiative to speak up.

Before she could finish, Gnar spoke first.

"Step back. It's not time for you to confront me yet!"

"Oh!"

Amidst the cheers, the prisoners retreated into the dense jungle and disappeared.

Seeing this, Granny New felt relieved and said to Hancock,

"Empress, have everyone put away their weapons."

Granny New knew very well who the current boss of Amazon Lily was.

Although Hancock was proud, she was not unreasonable. She raised her hand, and the Nine Snakes female warriors behind her sheathed their weapons. However, her brow remained furrowed, and she gritted her teeth.

The man in front of her was staring at her intently, which reminded her of uncomfortable past memories. She snapped angrily,

"If you keep looking at me like that, I'll gouge out your eyes!"

"Snake Princess!"

Granny New was startled. Just as she was about to calm Hancock down, Gnar spoke seriously,

"I'm truly sorry. I couldn't help myself when I saw such a beauty. However, please don't misunderstand. I was merely admiring you and had no other intentions."

The Nine Snakes warriors were a bit surprised by Gnar's politeness but were also relieved.

A bounty of 1.45 billion Berries was quite intimidating for the Nine Snakes.

After all, their empress, Lady Snake, had a bounty of only 80 million Berries!

Though Hancock's brows were still furrowed, the fierce look on her face softened as she spoke with a tone of authority,

"No matter who you are, this is our Kuja sea area. If you intrude here, you're declaring war on the Kuja Pirates!"

Hancock's provocative statement startled Granny New, who quickly explained to Gnar,

"No, um, Lord Gnar, Empress didn't mean to offend. She's just confused about why you're here."

Granny New's deference made the Nine Snakes warriors frown slightly. Despite the high bounty, they were not easily intimidated by his arrogance.

Only Granny New, who had been part of the Rocks Pirates, understood how terrifying Gnar was.

He had escaped from the notorious Impel Down, evaded two Marine Admirals, severely injured them, and even destroyed three Marine warships. The monsters Bullet and Redfield had both acknowledged Gnar's strength.

Regardless of the truth behind these claims, the fact that he had achieved so much was terrifying.

Moreover, the island before them...

Fortunately, Gnar did not seem hostile and was surprisingly easy to talk to.

"I apologize! Now that you know who I am, you should be aware of my situation. Marine and the World Government are desperately trying to track me down. I can only control the island to move slowly through the Calm Belt. I didn't mean to enter your waters, but don't worry—I'll leave soon."

This relieved everyone in the Nine Snakes Pirates.

Granny New asked in surprise,

"Lord Gnar, are you saying that you control this island?"

"Ah!"

Gnar didn't hide it.

With a thought, the entire island began to tremble. The forest and ground shifted, a mountain peak rose, and a human face that resembled Gnar appeared on it.

This sight amazed the Nine Snakes warriors. They had never seen such magical power.

Granny New, with disbelief and cold sweat on her forehead, said,

"This… This is Avaro Pizarro's island fruit ability!"

"Oh!"

Gnar seemed surprised.

"I didn't expect you, Granny New, to have such knowledge!"

"Well…"

Granny New was about to proudly explain, but then realized something.

"Lord Gnar… you know me?"

A mysterious smile appeared on Gnar's face. He didn't explain but looked at Hancock, who seemed like a young girl, and said,

"This island is a Prehistoric island in the Calm Belt near Impel Down. I've named it: America Island. It's now where I and the prisoners who escaped from Impel Down stay. Since I've met you here, and I'll be leaving soon, I hope you'll keep my whereabouts a secret."

"Of course!"

Granny New hurriedly agreed on Hancock's behalf, fearing Hancock might say something inappropriate.

"Also, I'd like to do business with the Nine Snakes Pirates."

"!!?"

"As you can see, these prisoners from Impel Down are now my subordinates. Since they are under my care, I can't treat them poorly. They need supplies like clothes, food, drinks, and weapons. Marine and World Government agents are keeping a close watch on you, so I hope to buy these items from you. I don't care where they come from, as long as they are what we need. Anything your Nine Snakes Pirates can provide will be purchased from you at the highest price."

The Nine Snakes female warriors were excited.

During their pirate plundering, they had accumulated many supplies, but didn't need them all. Since they were pirates located in the Calm Belt, many items were difficult to sell and ended up gathering dust.

If they could sell these items to Gnar and make some money, it would reduce their need to engage in dangerous raids.

However, they were naturally wary about doing business with such a dangerous individual.

Gnar knew this and wasn't in a hurry. His primary reason for proposing the deal was to get closer to the most beautiful woman in the One Piece world: Boa Hancock.

From the moment they met, he had been unable to take his eyes off her.

Opening the business was challenging, and more importantly, he had no money at the moment. All his money was with Robin.

A bloody bat flew out from his body and landed in his hand.

"Don't worry. Once you decide, you can contact me through this bat. I still have some things to do and need to leave here, so I won't be able to escort you. I'll be waiting for your response…"

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