Chapter 281: The Vacancy on the Throne of Heaven Should End!
Chapter 281: The Vacancy on the Throne of Heaven Should End!
A ship bearing the World Government's flag sailed toward Aivia Island.
Standing at the bow, Rob Lucci gazed into the distance.
At that moment, Kaku approached.
"Are the hostages secured?"
Without turning his head, Lucci asked calmly.
"Yes!"
"Robin, Franky, and Iceburg have all been restrained with Seastone shackles."
"Kalifa is guarding them, so there won't be any issues!"
"By the way, Lucci, have we heard anything from Blueno yet?"
Kaku couldn't help but ask.
Blueno, who had been monitoring Uchiha Yi, had yet to send back any updates.
"Don't overthink it!"
"Blueno will be fine."
"His Vivre Card hasn't shown any abnormalities."
Noticing Kaku's concern for Blueno's safety, Lucci reassured him.
Then, to ease his worry further, he pulled out Blueno's Vivre Card and showed it to Kaku, allowing him to relax.
"When this mission is completed, the Five Elders have promised you and Kalifa a Devil Fruit each."
Lucci then recalled the conversation he had earlier with the Five Elders, in which they mentioned the rewards.
"Is that so?"
"That's something to look forward to!"
"I heard that Devil Fruits taste absolutely disgusting—like crap. I wonder if that's true!"
Kaku chuckled.
As they continued their conversation, nearly half a day passed.
Finally, they arrived at Aivia Island, bringing their hostages with them.
Waiting there was Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, one of the Five Elders, accompanied by ten CP0 agents.
"The mission is complete. We've brought the targets."
Lucci respectfully addressed Saturn.
"Well done."
"You may claim your rewards at Enies Lobby after the mission is complete."
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn did not hesitate to praise them and reiterated their promised rewards.
"Thank you, my lord!"
Lucci and the others bowed in gratitude.
"Now, take them away."
Saturn waved his hand, dismissing Lucci and the CP9 agents.
All that remained was to wait for Uchiha Yi to arrive.
To ensure absolute success, they had dispatched ten CP0 agents, each Admiral-level in strength.
On top of that, one of the Five Elders had come personally.
With such a formidable lineup, failure seemed impossible.
Their only concern was—
What if Uchiha Yi didn't dare to come?
If he chose to stay away, it would prove that he was not as strong as they feared.
In that case, there would be no need to fear him at all!
…
"What exactly is the World Government up to?"
From the moment Lucci and CP0 met, Robin had felt that something was wrong.
Hadn't Lucci told her that as long as she willingly went with them, the World Government would not harm Uchiha Yi's crew?
But judging from the current situation, it seemed like they were planning a full-scale attack on the Nameless Pirate Crew.
If that was the case, then what was the point of her sacrifice?
Unable to suppress her unease any longer, Robin finally asked Lucci.
"I have no intention of explaining."
"The condition was that we wouldn't attack the Nameless Pirate Crew if you came with us willingly."
"But what if they attack the World Government first?"
Lucci stopped walking, turned to glance at Robin, and replied indifferently.
"You're all liars!"
Hearing Lucci's twisted logic, Robin felt the pain of betrayal once again.
Tears streamed down her face.
She had thought that by leaving the crew, she could trade her own safety for the well-being of Uchiha Yi and his companions.
But now, she realized it was all a trap.
A carefully crafted scheme to lure Uchiha Yi into an inescapable trap.
Thinking back to the formidable CP0 agents she had seen earlier—
A den of monsters that could utterly destroy Uchiha Yi, Vivi, Nokigo, Chopper, and the others.
The thought of such a fate infuriated her.
Desperate to warn Uchiha Yi not to come, Robin began struggling violently.
"Save your strength."
"Just sit tight and wait for the outcome."
Lucci, a believer in Dark Justice, showed no sympathy for Robin's plight.
With a simple nod of his head, Kalifa immediately understood.
Without hesitation, she struck Robin, knocking her unconscious.
…
Shortly after Lucci and his team arrived at Aivia Island—
Uchiha Yi and his crew arrived as well.
Immediately, Observation Haki spread out—
Covering the entire island.
In an instant, he located Robin.
"He's finally here."
The moment Saturn sensed Observation Haki, his cold gaze flashed with vicious anticipation.
Locking onto Uchiha Yi's presence, he stood up and walked forward.
"Robin is your responsibility."
Seeing someone provocatively approaching, Uchiha Yi instantly understood—
His opponent had arrived.
The World Government had pulled too many tricks, meaning their lineup was definitely unusual.
The upcoming battle's intensity was unpredictable, and he would likely be too preoccupied to protect Nokigo and the others.
"We understand!"
"Yi, be careful!"
Nokigo nodded, acknowledging his warning.
Without hesitation, she led Vivi, Chopper, and Karoo toward the direction Uchiha Yi indicated.
To ensure their safety, Red Fish was sent to guard them.
Not long after they left—
Eleven figures appeared around Uchiha Yi.
Among them—
A white-haired man with a thick, curly beard stood at the forefront.
Uchiha Yi found him extremely familiar.
"One of the Five Elders?"
Even though he already knew the answer, Uchiha Yi still asked for confirmation.
"Correct."
"I'm surprised you recognize me."
"That makes me even more curious—who exactly are you?"
Saturn was somewhat astonished that Uchiha Yi knew his identity, revealing a look of intrigue.
"Just a nameless nobody."
"But for the World Government to send a force like this…"
"Are you afraid of me?"
Uchiha Yi didn't dwell on identity talk.
Instead, his voice dripped with mockery.
"Your existence has indeed begun to threaten the World Government's rule."
"But compared to Rocks, you are still unworthy!"
"To prevent another ambitious figure like Rocks from emerging in this sea—"
"We must eliminate you in the cradle!"
Saturn showed no hesitation in revealing their intent.
"Heh…"
"How arrogant of you!"
"No one in this sea was born a ruler—"
"Not you."
"Not me."
"Not even your so-called master, Imu."
"The vacancy on the Throne of Heaven should end."
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