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Chapter 379: Kill First, Recruit Later
Chapter 379: Kill First, Recruit Later
The sky darkened rapidly, as if a deep depression had descended, suffocating the port city in gloom.
Miss Bargin took a few deep breaths to calm herself, but suddenly, she realized her bejeweled hand was trembling unconsciously as she leaned on her cane.
Trembling. She had been on the same ship as Newgate and had witnessed countless harrowing scenes.
Even during the ultimate battle in Divine Valley, she had been there, and she hadn't trembled then.
But now, merely the appearance of dark clouds caused her to tremble involuntarily, and it wasn't even a conscious reaction—her body was simply responding instinctively to the stress.
Even Wibbur, who was usually obedient and unaffected by external disturbances, focusing solely on executing orders, had halted his attack at this moment.
"Mom," he said, rubbing his eyes, which had been stung by the wind. He looked up at the sky, "This is so scary."
A thunderous boom reverberated.
The dark clouds burst open, and a dazzling white lightning bolt illuminated the night-like sky, casting a bright beam of light over the port city below.
In the glow, a cluster of floating debris on the sea surface gathered into a dark cloud. White sparks of electricity danced within, causing the cloud to expand and move closer to the port's coastline.
"That's..." Miss Bargin's eyes widened, even her sunglasses couldn't hide her astonishment as she stared at the figure appearing at the edge of the cloud.
The first thing she noticed about this person was their jewelry.
A golden belt adorned with gems of unparalleled purity and craftsmanship hung at their waist, surpassing any jewels she had ever seen.
A strand of black jade beads, a variant of South Sea Red Coral, even more precious than the original, hung around their neck.
Their fingers were adorned with golden and silver jewelry, each piece more valuable than the next, unlike the jewelry on Miss Bargin's own hands.
Her eye for valuable items was unquestionable.
But soon, a powerful sense of oppression suppressed her greed.
The owner of these precious treasures had signature white hair, which, along with the black velvet cape with red tassels, fluttered in the howling wind.
Beneath the white hair, a pair of eyes looked down with a hint of mockery, and a fiendish grin that resembled the one on the bounty poster.
The gloomy sky, the lightning-filled dark cloud, and the terrifying figure among the clouds seemed to herald impending disaster. In fact, wherever this person went, calamity was sure to follow!
He had clashed with the three Pirate Emperors, not only emerging unscathed but also gaining the upper hand, it was said.
Known as Blackbeard's equal on the high seas and a rising star, he had quickly established himself in the New World, renowned for his rule, even stronger than Big Momma's.
"Cataclysm!" Miss Bargin exclaimed, her voice trembling. "You're supposed to be in the West Sea!"
That was the news just a few days ago! This guy had invaded the West Sea and destroyed an entire country!
How could he be here so soon? The dark cloud descended, dissipating only when it reached mid-air, and Sage landed steadily in front of Hawkins and Ulki. He clicked his tongue and said, "Missed. Otherwise, that log could've hit you."
He glanced at the two, "Can't handle it?"
"Yes, Captain," Ulki lowered his head. "The Seven Warlords are indeed powerful."
"Hmm," Sage turned his attention to Wibbur, who was almost as tall as Moriah but much more robust, resembling a ferocious beast. Especially the hair that extended to his waist, like a porcupine, earning him the nickname 'Golden Lion.'
"Impressive physique and an overwhelming sense of power. Just this alone surpasses you."
Sage chuckled.
Hawkins nodded, "Indeed, this guy's strength and Dominance are both powerful. We're no match for him. Sorry, Sage."
Sage waved his hand, "Why apologize? Old Hawkins, if you apologize for every opponent you can't handle, you might as well quit being a pirate and become a professional apologizer. We're pirates, and winning or losing on the ocean is normal. It's fine as long as our will isn't shaken."
He didn't think that Hawkins and Urki were lagging or weak. There were many strong people on the ocean, but there was a limit to their strength.
The Seven Warlords were among the top-notch pirates on the ocean, not just anyone could become one.
Hawkins and Urki's strength was already quite impressive.
It was just that this guy was too extraordinary.
But no matter how extraordinary he was...
He wouldn't be as extraordinary as this guy!
"Edward Viper, is it?"
Sage turned to the simple-minded guy and smiled, "I heard that you attacked Zephyr a long time ago, cutting off one of his hands. Rumors on the ocean say that you possess the strength of Whitebeard in his youth. Let's see if it's true."
"Zephyr?"
Viper paused for a moment, as if he couldn't recall immediately, but he was soon captivated by Sage's following words, nodding eagerly.
"Is that so? You also think I resemble my father in his younger days. Mother! Even Cataclysm acknowledged me as Whitebeard's son, and he's a good person too!"
"Shut up, Viper!"
Bargin shouted and took small steps towards him with her cane, striking his ankle. Then, with a serious gaze, she turned to Sage, "Cataclysm, you haven't answered my question yet."
"Your question?"
Sage glanced her up and down, "What question could an old hag like you have? Shouldn't you be well-traveled and knowledgeable? Guess how I returned from the West Sea so quickly?"
"We have no intention of being your enemy. We just wanted to ask some questions. Since you're here, we'll leave. We won't fight you over this island."
Bargin said, "Pirates are in it for the money, you should know that, Cataclysm."
There was no unfounded hatred among pirates, only conflicts of interest, and negotiations were possible.
Moreover, she wasn't foolish enough to fight a Quasi-King.
"You killed my subordinate and now you want to leave?"
Sage grinned fiendishly, "I came all this way, and you expect me not to fight? Your words are so funny, I can't help but laugh!"
"What do you want?" Bargin shouted, "We're not to be trifled with either. Viper is Whitebeard's son, and I'm Whitebeard's most beloved, Miss Bargin!"
"Roar!!"
Viper roared in response behind her.
"Ah..."
Sage seemed to recall something and paused momentarily. He glanced at Bargin again. Despite being an old hag, she was dressed in flashy attire, with a leopard-print cape draped over her shoulders.
There were rumors on the ocean that the old man Whitebeard had a fondness for leopard prints.
But that wasn't the main point. The key was this old hag... if his memory served him right, she had a clone, right?
In her younger days, she was indeed quite a beauty.
"Forget it, it's not important."
Sage waved his hand, and a wind blade swiftly slashed through the air, severing Bargin's neck with a 'hiss'.
"Viper, it's a pity to follow this old hag. Come with me."
Hawkins and Urki were visibly stunned.
They stared at Bargin, whose head had been severed, and for a moment, they couldn't process Sage's words.
What was this?
Killing the mother and then recruiting the son?
Or was it because he did this in front of them?
How could he do such a thing?
(End of Chapter)
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