News of Andy's bounty soaring like a surging tide, carried by the fragrant ink of newspapers, instantly swept across the entire sea.
Wherever the news reached, it stirred up waves, and in West Blue, a few individuals reacted particularly strongly.
In Yanshan Country, sunlight filtered through the gaps in the red trees, scattering onto a lounge chair in the courtyard.
When Rex's younger brother, filled with excitement, handed him the newspaper featuring Andy's news and wanted poster, Rex felt his heart tremble violently, and his breathing instantly quickened.
"1.89 billion Berries!" he blurted out, his voice filled with uncontrollable excitement.
In his eyes, this long string of bounty amounts finally somewhat matched Andy's formidable reputation as the "West Sea's Ultimate Evil."
His gaze was fixed on the Demon Blade Zhu Chi, glinting with a cold light, in Andy's hand on the newspaper, and an indescribable sense of pride welled up within him.
That was a Great Grade Sword he had personally forged, now shining brightly in Andy's hands, as if reflecting his supreme glory as a swordsmith.
At the same time, the bar in Yanshan Country was bustling.
People gathered together, their forgotten drinks on the tables, with all conversations revolving around Andy.
Those who had once clinked glasses with Andy were filled with shock and disbelief.
They never imagined that the young man who chatted and laughed casually in the bar could reach such heights today, becoming a remarkable presence on this sea.
Meanwhile, on the essential route from West Blue to the Grand Line, the Port City of Silvia Kingdom, the situation appeared somewhat oppressive.
The sea breeze carried the scent of gunpowder; the Revolutionary Army was instantly defeated under the Marine's intervention, using "clearing out pirates" as an excuse.
World Government administrators rapidly moved in like mushrooms after rain, directly interfering with the city's management affairs.
As West Blue's largest underground force, the gang had cooperated tacitly with the World Government for a long time, and now they finally welcomed their moment of harvest.
They successfully secured a share in this game of power.
As order gradually restored, the common people, who had suffered from the turmoil, despite their helplessness, could only slowly accept this established reality.
On the top floor of a hotel opened by the gang, Nico Robin stood quietly by the window, clutching today's newspaper.
The sea breeze gently stirred her hair, her gaze fixed on Andy's photo, her eyes filled with complex emotions.
Her hand trembled slightly, unable to tell whether it was from excitement over Andy's astonishing achievements or for some other reason.
The scene shifts to Erguotou Mountain on the Grand Line.
Mrs. Serena and Miss Xiliya walked down the street, their postures upright and spirits high.
Today, they were untouchable on the island.
After all, everyone on the island knew they had intricate connections with the renowned Red Hawk, which was their "backing" on the island.
In the palace of Floran Kingdom, Queen Ella sat on a soft chair, her eyes gentle and with a hint of triumph.
Her hand gently caressed her increasingly prominent pregnant belly, her gaze never leaving the newspaper in her hand.
Andy's photo seemed to possess endless magic in her eyes.
She felt she was truly brilliant!
Linna, standing nearby, looked at the newspaper in the Queen's hand and unconsciously straightened her back, as if sharing in the glory.
Besides these individuals, Hawkeye Mihawk, far away on Kuraigana Island, was also constantly monitoring Andy's movements.
He lay quietly on a chair in the castle courtyard, toying with a miniature version of black blade night in his hand, his gaze fixed on the wanted poster.
He murmured to himself, "Don't make me wait too long, or I'll come looking for you."
His voice was low and full of menace, as if declaring war on Andy from afar.
On the surface of the South Sea, a luxurious yacht cut through the waves.
Andy lay lazily on the soft sofa on the top deck of the yacht, enjoying the warm sunlight.
Suddenly, he jolted as if struck by something.
"Lord Andy, what's wrong?" Princess Tia, beside him, asked with concern, her eyes full of worry.
"I feel like someone's thinking about me," Andy said with a frown, looking puzzled.
"Well, there are probably quite a few people; you bastard have left behind quite a few romantic debts," Carifa, lying on the other side of the sofa, said in a cool tone with a hint of teasing.
Previously, she had used the CP organization's intelligence network to investigate Andy's past thoroughly, concluding that he was indeed a complete "lecher," just as the newspaper said.
Although she also liked it...
"Then... Lord Andy, would you like me to give you a massage to calm your nerves?" Princess Tia said sweetly, hugging Andy's arm tightly.
"No need, too much isn't good. Oh, by the way, Carifa, how much longer until we reach Sorbet Kingdom?" Andy asked Carifa, his expression returning to calm.
Carifa stood up, walked to the sea chart, examined it carefully, and after a moment, replied, "At our current speed, we should arrive at Sorbet Kingdom this evening."
Andy nodded, then lay back down: "That's good. I remember you said your sister has some medical skills. She'll be my personal doctor then."
"You can... No!" Carifa had just agreed, but the next second she instantly reacted, "Personal doctor? You bastard! You still haven't given up on harassing my sister!"
As soon as she finished speaking, she had already leaped over, straddling Andy, and gave him the most painful punishment!
"Hehehe~" Princess Tia quickly moved away when she saw this scene, then covered her mouth and chuckled softly.
Lord Andy is really something; why does he always like to provoke Miss Carifa? See, he's being punished by Miss Carifa again!
Time passed bit by bit.
Their yacht was getting closer and closer to Sorbet Kingdom, and Carifa was very happy.
This time, they planned to act at night and directly take Carifa's sister onto the ship!
Andy, meanwhile, was wondering if he should also take little Bonney away? Although he wasn't a good person, he could still help little Bonney find Kuma...
"Lord Andy, an island has appeared ahead; it should be Sorbet Kingdom~" Tia's gentle voice rang out.
Andy and Carifa immediately got up, then looked at the sea ahead, and indeed, an island's outline appeared in their view.
Sorbet Kingdom has been reached.
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