Chapter 118

An archipelago in North Blue, the Salt Country is a land rich in salt. A special method of salt production is used here. Due to the immense profits from the salt industry, generations of people have worked here tirelessly without rest. It was a wealthy country, possessing corresponding power, yet that power was insufficient for protection.

Soldiers on the watchtower yawn at their posts. Since Germa was expelled from North Blue decades ago, they have hardly faced any real wars, and at most, they occasionally suffered pirate raids. Pirates looted, but they did not dare to land on the island.

Although people heard that Germa recently appeared in North Blue, since the World Government denied this, it was believed to be mere rumors.

"What is that?" asked a soldier, rubbing his eyes as he saw black dots slowly appearing in the distant sea.

"Are those trading ships?" another soldier asked, puzzled.

"Probably..."

Only when the ships gradually approached did the soldiers' pupils narrow, and they screamed in fear:

"It's Germa 66!!!"

They saw a dozen gigantic snail ships with flags bearing "66" waving in the wind.

Boom! With the sound of a powerful cannon, the entire country plunged into chaos.

Countless cloned warriors, clad in battle gear, leaped in groups onto the fertile land.

Judge was indeed right; Germa 66 were professionals in warfare.

Neither the World Government nor Alabasta can compare with such professionals!

Someone is responsible for logistics, someone else for the offensive, another for artillery support, others for looting and destroying important targets—everyone has their role.

Pekoms and Baron Tamago stood on the ship, admiring the beauty of organized military art. Everything seemed so natural and straightforward.

Invading a country—even the Charlotte Family was far from achieving such a feat.

With almost minimal losses, the greatest advantage is achieved.

The princes of Germa 66 attacked, breaking through the enemy's defenses in just a few strikes.

In just one day, the Salt Country was destroyed!

At this time, more and more news about the Salt Country finally spread across the sea.

"The tragedy of the Salt Country is being covered up by the World Government!"

"Are all of Germa 66's actions in North Blue being deliberately concealed by the World Government?"

"Crisis in North Blue, Salt Country destroyed in one day!"

There were numerous headlines on this topic in the news, and vigorous discussions on the Forum as well.

Countless mobile phone users in North Blue shuddered, using their faint voices to plead with the world for help:

"I am one of the very few people in our country who has an Alabasta Royal Mobile phone. Germa 66 is indeed in North Blue! The Salt Country has really been destroyed! "Don't trust the World Government!"

"I am a citizen of the Salt Country. By the time everyone sees this news, the Salt Country will already be completely destroyed. I don't know how long I can hold onto my phone before being killed by these terrible soldiers!"

"The World Government is indifferent to the life and death of people in North Blue. They are the ones who let Germa 66 in!"

As photos and even videos were being posted one after another, this issue ultimately couldn't be hidden.

Yet, the World Government remained silent, which in the eyes of the outside world was equivalent to silent agreement.

The Marshal of Alabasta and Ezekiel both openly accused the World Government of inaction and stated that they had found traces of the escaped pirates, Pekoms and Baron Tamago, in North Blue and decided to send their Admiral on an expedition.

"The World Government claims to have sent an Admiral to North Blue for investigation."

This type of news was immediately published on the World Government's Justice mobile phones.

For a while, news about the expedition to North Blue by two Admirals—the World Government's and Alabasta's—spread throughout the world. But until now, the World Government had said nothing about rescue, only about investigation. Still, people believed they were going to save North Blue.

"Who will save North Blue?"

Such discussions became the new topic among the people.

Although Alabasta claimed to be heading to North Blue to fight the pirates, no one believed it would get involved in the affairs of Germa 66.

Germa 66's reputation in North Blue surpassed even that of the World Government. Meanwhile, the residents of North Blue still placed more hope in the World Government. After all, it was the World Government that had expelled Germa 66 from North Blue decades ago.

The Mirror Fruit's ability defies the heavens, but it's still difficult to make a ship appear in North Blue through a mirror.

Initially, only Empress Hancock led her troops directly to the island in the Calm Belt region closest to North Blue. Then, the nearby hidden military base of Alabasta deployed ships to the vicinity of the Salt Country in North Blue.

As for the World Government's operation, there was no news at all.

The World Government had set up security on their mobile phones, and Ezekiel found it difficult to obtain useful information about their operation.

But as long as there is contact with Hancock, Ezekiel is not afraid of accidents.

"Run!"

"Germa 66 is here!"

"Demons!"

"When will the Admiral arrive?!"

"What is that?!"

Countless screams and sounds of fighting echoed.

Swallow Island, an island of rocks, was attacked after the Salt Country. It had been only ten days since the Salt Country was captured.

If it weren't for the necessity of sailing across the sea, capturing these countries could have taken just two days!

In just ten days, all of North Blue was engulfed in panic, and each country feared it might be the next to suffer from Germa 66.

Baron Tamago, Pekoms, and Judge were sitting on the ship, drinking champagne. Essentially, there were no conflicts in their collaboration.

"To friendship and your health!" Judge laughed heartily.

Pekoms and Baron Tamago raised their glasses, exchanged glances, and smiled happily. For the Big Mom Pirates, having such allies was undoubtedly wonderful, especially when Alabasta was among their enemies.

Boom!

A loud explosion shattered their glasses.

Judge stood up and angrily slammed the table.

"What the?!"

The three of them left the ship's VIP cabin and saw an entirely dark sky.

This dark sky was studded with countless dark clouds and flashes of electricity. Blue electrical flashes pierced the black clouds with terrifying thunder. It's hard to imagine what dreadful power was contained in it; such abnormal weather couldn't have formed naturally.

Judge's pupils narrowed as he saw a figure standing on a dark ship in the sea.

A strong storm had risen on the turbulent sea, and the dark mass drifted continuously.

Two figures were illuminated by lightning. The dark hair of one figure was swept upward, revealing an incomparably arrogant woman's face, as if she was gazing at mere ants.

With just one look, Judge's heart was ready to stop. Such a feeling was unimaginable, as if this deity compelled people to feel fear and an unwillingness to look away.

There is no doubt that even if you have never seen her, you could guess the identity of this person.

Admiral of the Royal Fleet of Alabasta, Empress Boa Hancock!!!