chapter 206 part 1
Chapter 206: Bounty Increased Again, Resident Evil!
The news of Ren Arakawa defeating Moonlight Moria spread rapidly across the boundless sea, as if the internet had reached every village.
This news instantly sent shockwaves through the entire Pirate World.
On a small ship, Fire Fist Ace stood tall as it sailed with the wind, sunlight illuminating his wheat-colored skin and highlighting his sturdy muscles.
He looked up at the sky, a seagull flying towards him, clutching a newspaper in its beak.
A smile played on Ace's lips. He tossed a coin, the seagull caught the coin and dropped a newspaper.
When Ace unfolded the newspaper and saw the news of Ren Arakawa defeating the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Moonlight Moria, and his bounty had soared to 380 million Berry, the fellow couldn't help but let out a laugh.
"Good work!"
Ace's laughter was hearty and vibrant. He was genuinely happy for Ren Arakawa's growth, his eyes sparkling with appreciation and recognition for a strong individual.
Just then, a small boat slowly passed in front of Ace.
Ace immediately saw the tall and burly Jinbe, who was very eye-catching.
He didn't hesitate at all. He threw the newspaper in his hand towards Jinbe and said loudly, "You don't need to spend extra money, look at my copy!"
Jinbe steadily caught the newspaper, lowered his head to take a look, and a hint of surprise appeared on his face.
"In less than a month, two Warlords of the Sea have been defeated one after another. One was defeated by you, and the other is Ren Arakawa from Impel Down."
Subsequently, Jinbe raised his head, his gaze meeting Ace's, and said seriously, "Even if you gave me the newspaper, we still have to have a big fight."
Ace heard this and laughed loudly again, his laughter echoing across the sea: "When you're ready, we'll start!"
And on a lavishly decorated ship, Lightning sat elegantly on the deck, shaking a red wine glass in her hand, her eyes fixed on the newspaper in her hand, a profound smile hanging at the corner of her mouth.
She shouted into the cabin, "That crazy boy's bounty has increased!"
At this time, Emporio Ivankov was comfortably soaking in a bath in the cabin.
Hearing Lightning's shout, the Okama King curiously poked out his head and asked loudly, "Oh! How much did it increase?"
Lightning raised her voice and shouted, "Eighty million Berry! Now it's 380 million!"
"Three hundred eighty million!??!" This news instantly caused an uproar on the ship!
Several Pirates on the ship, as well as Emporio Ivankov, exclaimed collectively, their voices rising and falling, full of shock and joy.
After a while, they became extremely joyful again, hugging each other.
That scene was as if Ren Arakawa's family members had seen Ren Arakawa achieve something great, with proud and comforting smiles radiating on everyone's faces.
In the dark and damp depths of Impel Down, the atmosphere was so oppressive it made people breathless.
In Magellan's office, the lights flickered dimly, casting shadows on his face, which was twisted with rage.
At this moment, he was staring intently at the newspaper in his hand, which surprisingly published the news of Ren Arakawa defeating Moonlight Moria and his bounty soaring to 380 million Berry.
"This damn Pirate!" Magellan gritted his teeth and cursed, the anger in his chest seemed to ignite the office!
Under emotional agitation, he consecutively released two farts!
Those farts, wrapped in his unique potent venom, instantly spread throughout the small space.
The jailer subordinates guarding outside the door were originally passing the time bored, when they suddenly saw the familiar and pungent purple gas. Their faces changed drastically, and they hurriedly and clumsily pulled on their gas masks.
Impel Down.
A jailer hurried past the Impel Down prison cells with a stack of documents. His footsteps were hasty, and he didn't notice a powerful Observation Haki silently extending from within a cell.
Red-Haired Baron sat quietly in the shadow of the cell, his eyes slightly closed, a mysterious and powerful aura emanating from his entire body.
When the jailer beast approached, the corner of his mouth slightly lifted, and through mind-reading, he gained the knowledge of the newspaper's content.
Red-Haired Baron softly muttered, "Good job! Defeating a Warlord of the Sea just after setting sail..."
Immediately, a comforting smile appeared on his face: "Go ahead and make a big splash, Ren Arakawa!"
In Holy Land Mariejois, in the solemn meeting room of Pangea Castle, the atmosphere was so heavy it seemed water could be wrung out of it.
On the wall hung a giant world map, casting peculiar shadows under the dim light.
The Five Elders sat around a huge conference table, their figures shrouded in shadows, each with a grim expression on their faces.
"This is simply a disgrace!" Saint Jaygarcia Saturn, with his white curly hair and bushy white beard, slammed the table furiously, making the documents on it tremble. His face was full of anger, and veins popped on his forehead, "That Pirate named Ren Arakawa, actually defeated the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Moonlight Moria! How long has it been since he escaped from Impel Down?"
Saint Topman Warcury, dressed in a black suit, also looked displeased. He crossed his arms over his chest and said coldly, "The Seven Warlords of the Sea system cannot be shaken by such matters. We must resolve this Ren Arakawa as soon as possible."
"The World Government's authority must not be challenged," Saint Shepherd Ju Peter, dressed in a black robe, said in a deep voice, imbued with an undeniable ferocity.
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn slowly said, "Previously, during the World Conscription, we recruited two powerhouses whose strength is not inferior to that of an Admiral. Both are formidable Devil Fruit users. The one who plays with a sword is currently in the West Blue. Let's send him to apprehend this Ren Arakawa, whose momentum is currently soaring."
The other four nodded in agreement.
Soon, an urgent phone call was made to Marine Headquarters.
At this time, in the Fleet Admiral's office at Marine Headquarters, sunlight streamed through the window onto the desk, illuminating a mountain of documents.
Sengoku sat at his desk, his brows furrowed, picking up the Den Den Mushi with a grave expression.
"What?! Send Fujitora to apprehend Ren Arakawa?!" Sengoku's voice unconsciously rose. His hand tightly gripped the Den Den Mushi receiver. "Is that really necessary? I believe Fujitora's strength..."