Chapter 112.2 : New Beast Pirates!!

But…

Hancock's face tightened.

The scars on her back, which had already scabbed over, now seemed to burn as if they had been reopened.

If Lord Ian knew…

The girl's mouth twisted in a grimace, tears welling up.

"Ian!"

Yamato rushed toward Ian excitedly, "This island is so interesting! There are so many strong beasts here! Should we stay and have some fun?"

"No."

Ian shook his head. "In fact, it's about time we head back."

After confirming the strength of the beasts on the island, there was no reason to stay.

"Eh! So soon?"

"Stop talking nonsense, Jack and the others are still waiting for us on Fish-Man Island."

Thus, the three who had landed on the island returned to the large ship of the Kuja Pirates, anchored on the shore.

Ian bid farewell.

"So soon, Lord Ian!"

Tritoma was shocked. "Can't we stay a few more days on Amazon Lily?"

"No need," Ian shook his head. "We still have to meet up with our comrades, no time to waste."

Besides, he felt that staying on Amazon Lily was too dangerous.

Who knows when those crazy Kuja girls might do something.

If you like someone, chase after them—that's the culture of the Kuja tribe.

Honestly, Ian found it a little terrifying.

After all, being admired by one girl isn't a bad thing, being admired by several is even better, and being admired by dozens or even hundreds of girls is truly captivating.

But being adored by tens of thousands of girls... that's a bit terrifying.

"I see."

Tritoma sighed regretfully.

She murmured, "I was hoping you could leave some excellent seeds for the Amazon Lily."

Ian's eyelid twitched.

You'd better explain what you mean by "seeds."

"Your Majesty Tritoma," Ian ignored what she said and got to the point, "Our Beast Pirates need many of the beasts from this island, so we need your help."

Rusukaina Island is too far from Wano, and it's too large. Even Kaido-sensei can't come over and directly move the island.

So, to capture the beasts on the island, we would have to rely on primitive, slow shipping methods.

"I understand."

When the topic turned serious, Tritoma also became more focused, "But Lord Ian, transporting these beasts isn't easy. The distance is too far, and we're separated from the New World by the Red Line."

"You only need to capture them. My friends will handle the transportation."

Ian said, "Umit is definitely willing to help. As for the Red Line, Fish-Man Island should be able to send a Fish-Man army to assist with the transportation, ensuring there won't be any issues with the sea route."

"Fish-Man Island?"

Tritoma was surprised.

As expected of Lord Ian! Even Whitebeard's territory, Fish-Man Island, can be used for this?

"Then leave it to us."

Tritoma nodded, "If it's just about capturing beasts, of course, no problem!"

Ian added, "But remember, don't capture too much. Focus on beasts that are in their mature stages."

Overfishing wouldn't do.

"Understood."

Tritoma nodded again, then she turned around and looked at a girl standing behind her, "Lord Ian..."

Ian also turned his attention to the hopeful-looking girl.

He couldn't help but scratch his head.

This is troublesome.

"Let Hancock come with us," Ian said. "She has great potential and deserves to be a high-ranking member of the Beast Pirates."

Earlier, Tritoma had taken the time to seriously discuss with him about the condition of the girls on Amazon Lily and then informed him that Hancock was currently suffering from this illness.

If he left like this, Hancock would die.

"That's great!" Tritoma cheered, turning to look at the young woman. "Hancock! Did you hear that?"

"T-t-t-this—"

The girl pressed her hand to her chest, staggering backward as if struck by an arrow to her heart, her eyes nearly bursting with red hearts. "This is... a proposal!"

Ian's lips twitched slightly.

"Huh?"

At the same time, Yamato tilted her head and tugged at Ian's sleeve. "Is this woman also coming back with us?"

"Yeah," Ian thought for a moment before replying, "Hancock has some kind of illness, and if she doesn't leave with us, she will die."

He felt a bit like the scumbag protagonist of a romance novel, tormenting his silly, innocent childhood friend for the sake of his true love.

"Eh!"

However, despite her innocent demeanor, Yamato was not an easy person to bully. The white-haired girl sized up Hancock, then smirked. "But this girl feels kind of annoying."

Hancock, who had been savoring the joy of soon leaving with Ian, felt her smile slowly fade.

She glared fiercely at Yamato.

That white-haired girl is so annoying!

Ian sighed.

It was clear that a chaotic life was about to begin.

Soon, Ian transformed into a giant golden dragon and soared into the sky, heading back toward Fish-Man Island. Thanks to the permanent log pose for Fish-Man Island, he didn't have to worry about getting lost.

But in addition to Hancock, there were also her two younger sisters following behind him.

The three sisters grew up together from a young age. Now, the eldest, Hancock, is joining the Beasts Pirates, so of course, her two younger sisters have to follow.

Ian didn't mind. Hancock's two younger sisters were obviously less talented than her, but it didn't matter to the Beasts Pirates. They could afford to keep two freeloaders.

Ian suddenly thought.

Hasn't he gathered a lot of young people around him? 

And it seems each one is extraordinarily talented? 

He himself, who is sure to reach the level of a Yonko, or even surpass them.

Yamato, who is capable of reaching the level of a Yonko.

Hancock, Law, and Sanji, who can reach the level of the top three calamities.

Jack, who is steadily capable of reaching the level of a calamity.

Drake, Ulti, and Page One, who can at least reach the level of the Six Stars.

Ian clicked his tongue. In another ten years, he could really form a new Beasts Pirates.

By then, he could say something like, "A true man is born between heaven and earth. How can he stay low for too long?" 

Old man, time to start raking in the gold!

Thinking about it, he couldn't help but feel a little excited.

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