Green Bit was a small island located near Dressrosa, connected to it by an ancient iron bridge. The island was covered in dense, primeval forest, its lush vegetation giving the entire place a mysterious air. Yet this seemingly tranquil island hid unknown dangers.
The iron bridge's history stretched back two hundred years, when it was the main passage for Dressrosa's residents traveling to and from Green Bit. But over time, a dangerous creature known as "Bull Sharks" began appearing in the surrounding waters. These massive, ferocious marine creatures gradually made the bridge fall into disuse. Left to the elements, the iron bridge had deteriorated, covered in red rust.
When King Riku led Kaido and his group to the iron bridge, the sight before them confirmed the legend. The metal structure of the bridge, eroded by time, looked precarious. The deck was covered in mottled rust. King Riku cautiously warned, "Mr. Kaido, the waters around Green Bit are home to a large number of Bull Sharks. They are extremely aggressive. Please be very careful when crossing the bridge."
"Bull Sharks? Are they dangerous?" Nekomamushi, hearing the word "fish," immediately perked up. The Mink warrior bounded onto the iron bridge in a few quick leaps. Just as King Riku uttered his warning, a giant Bull Shark over two meters long suddenly leapt from the sea's surface, its maw wide open as it lunged straight for Nekomamushi.
"Mere fish, acting so arrogantly before me!" Nekomamushi showed no fear. Blue electricity crackled between his claws as he leapt lightly to meet the shark. With a ZAP!, a powerful electric current instantly stunned the shark, its massive body slamming down heavily onto the bridge.
This scene caught Enel's attention. "So these fish are weak to electricity, huh?" A flicker of excitement passed through the electricity-controlling youth's eyes. He stepped forward quickly, raising his right hand high. "Divine Punishment!" In an instant, countless bolts of lightning erupted from his palm, weaving into a massive electric net in the air before pouring down like a torrential rain.
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM! After a series of deafening explosions, dozens of electrocuted Bull Sharks floated on the sea's surface. King Riku stared, dumbfounded. He never could have imagined that this seemingly young boy possessed such astonishing power. This discovery gave him a completely new understanding of the Beasts Pirates' strength.
Equally shocked were the newly joined Carue and Kyros. "Hey, Kyros, did you see that? That little brat is way too strong!" Carue said, disbelief in his voice as he slapped his companion's shoulder. Kyros nodded silently, a complex light in his eyes. "Indeed... terrifyingly strong."
Unlike these people witnessing Enel's power for the first time, the Beasts Pirates' older members were already used to it. After all, in their eyes, Enel—who could transform into lightning—was regularly "educated" by Captain Kaido in various ways. This level of display was child's play to them.
"Let's keep moving," Kaido ordered flatly, taking the lead onto the iron bridge. This time, he no longer needed King Riku to guide him, because his Kenbunshoku Haki had already sensed two tiny lifeforms approaching from the other end of the bridge.
Sure enough, before the group even reached the other side, two Tontatta tribesmen, each less than 30 centimeters tall, came into view. They held miniature spears, observing the group of uninvited guests warily.
"So this is the legendary Tontatta Tribe? They're so tiny!" Enel exclaimed. Before his words even faded, his body transformed into a flash of lightning, appearing right in front of the two small folk. The sudden movement made the two Tontatta jump back in fright.
"You're the Tontatta Tribe?" Enel crouched down, studying the two miniature warriors curiously. One of the spear-wielding Tontatta mustered his courage to respond. "That's right! And who are you, you rude fellow?"
"I'm the Beasts Pirates officer, Enel," the youth declared proudly, excitement shining in his eyes.
"Beasts Pirates? Enel? Never heard of 'em." The spear-wielding Tontatta listened to Enel and shook his head directly, causing Enel's face to darken.
"Why have you come to Green Bit?" asked the other Tontatta, who held a tiny sword.
"I've heard the Tontatta Tribe are Green Managers, able to nurture any kind of plant. I came specifically to see that for myself." Kaido, who had now also walked over, looked down at the two small folk below him as if looking at a pair of ants.
"Wow, so tall! Even bigger than the big folk!" The sword-wielding Tontatta struggled to look up at Kaido and couldn't help but say.
"Yeah, way too tall. Hey, big guy, are you from the Giant Tribe?" the spear-wielding Tontatta said loudly to Kaido.
"You bastards, show some respect to our Captain! This is 'Beast' Kaido, with an 850 million Berry bounty!" Enel interjected, addressing the two Tontatta. If he didn't know Kaido's purpose in coming here was specifically for the Tontatta, he would have taught these two a lesson already.
"No, I'm from the Oni race," Kaido said, not minding, to the two Tontatta.
"Oni race? What's that?" asked the sword-wielding Tontatta.
"No idea," the spear-wielding Tontatta also shook his head.
"Hey, are you good people?" the sword-wielding Tontatta asked Kaido again.
"Good people? I probably don't count. But I am friendly toward the Tontatta Tribe," Kaido said.
"Oh, okay. That's good." Hearing Kaido say he was friendly toward the Tontatta Tribe, the two small folk believed him immediately.
Kaido continued, "Alright, where's your country? I've brought some food. I want to hold a banquet with the Tontatta Tribe."
"A banquet? Really?" The sword-wielding Tontatta, hearing about a banquet, immediately said, "Our country is underground on Green Bit. But you're so tall you probably can't go down there."
"Is that so? Then go and bring your king and all your people here. We'll hold the banquet above ground," Kaido stated directly.
"Okay! I'll go get Gancho right away!" The sword-wielding Tontatta said, running off toward Green Bit. Though his body was small, his speed was great.
"Then I'll take you to a clear, open area!" the spear-wielding Tontatta said to Kaido.
"Mm," Kaido nodded. Then, turning to King Riku behind him, he said, "King Riku, you can return now."
"As you wish," King Riku replied, not daring to linger, and immediately led the other royal guards back the way they came.
The spear-wielding Tontatta then led Kaido and the others toward a wide, open clearing on Green Bit.
Deep within Green Bit's forest, sunlight filtered through the dense canopy, dappling the ground with patches of light. The air was filled with the fresh scent of earth and plants, occasionally punctuated by the calls of distant birds.
This primeval forest was perfectly preserved, exuding a vibrant, thriving energy everywhere. Many plants extinct in the outside world grew here on this small island, full of life.
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