章節 149: Chapter 149: Expanding the Territory
The Infinity Pirates were just beginning to develop and were not yet a match for the Navy.
Since they couldn't provoke World Government member nations, they decided to bide their time and act when the crew was stronger.
During the Rocks Pirates era, the Navy and World Government ignored pleas for help from member nations in the New World.
But that was because Rocks was alive and the Rocks Pirates were too powerful.
Now that Rocks was dead and the crew disbanded, if any pirates dared to attack a member nation, the World Government and Navy would intervene to bolster their reputation.
If they couldn't handle even the remnants of the Rocks Pirates, other member nations would lose confidence in the World Government.
"However, while the Infinity Pirates can't confront the Navy alone, uniting with other expansion-minded groups could change that!"
Li Yuan considered.
He was determined to conquer the Baikal Kingdom, a World Government member nation, as it blocked his expansion path.
Even with years of development, they couldn't withstand the Navy's two admirals.
Thus, forming temporary alliances with other pirates to target member nations in the New World was a viable strategy.
Even if the Navy's top forces mobilized, they wouldn't be afraid.
However, this plan would only be considered after other pirates had reached their expansion limits.
Having decided on expansion, Li Yuan began gathering his crew to prepare.
The Infinity Pirates were thrilled at the prospect of expansion, as it meant plunder, and plunder meant wealth, something pirates loved.
"Hahaha, samurai, follow the general beyond our borders and expand!"
Ashura Doji was equally excited, leading 2,000 samurai from Wano with Li Yuan.
Li Yuan deliberately involved some Wano samurai, including several hundred with ill intentions towards him, while the rest were more aggressive.
Soon, the Infinity Pirates were ready: eight pirate ships and over 8,000 crew!
"Let's go, everyone!"
Li Yuan stood at the bow, full of spirit, shouting loudly.
"Hahaha, let's go!!!"
The pirates cheered in response.
Such a large movement by the Infinity Pirates couldn't escape the notice of those watching them.
Especially the neighboring non-member nations of Belloso, Prees, and Jeremy, who couldn't afford to ignore them.
As the Infinity Pirates set sail, these three kingdoms were in turmoil, like ants on a hot pan.
**Baikal Kingdom Palace:**
"Your Majesty, the Infinity Pirates have mobilized. Could they be targeting our Baikal Kingdom?"
A minister asked worriedly.
"According to World Government intelligence, the Infinity Pirates are targeting the three non-member nations around us, not our Baikal Kingdom."
King Soman of Baikal rubbed his temples.
Before the Infinity Pirates acted, Li Yuan had already spread the word that their target wasn't the Baikal Kingdom.
This was to reassure Baikal and the Navy and World Government, indicating no intention to attack a member nation.
"Since the Infinity Pirates mean us no harm, could we negotiate the release of the Third Prince through the World Government?"
A noble supporting the Third Prince suggested.
"The Infinity Pirates have sent a message: they will release Garcia for a ransom of 300 million Berries."
"Prepare the ransom and bring Garcia back quickly."
King Soman ordered.
"Yes, Your Majesty!"
The minister replied immediately.
It seemed there would be no conflict between the Infinity Pirates and Baikal.
The Pirates had even agreed to release their prince, supporting the World Government's claim that Baikal wasn't their target.
Unbeknownst to them, these were merely Li Yuan's delaying tactics. The Third Prince was of no use to him, so he leveraged him as a bargaining chip.
"What should we do? The Infinity Pirates are expanding, and we're their first targets!"
"Should we contact Baikal? As a World Government member, the Pirates wouldn't dare attack them."
"I've tried, but Soman claims it doesn't concern Baikal and refuses to help."
"Foolish! Once the Pirates conquer us, they won't leave Baikal alone unless they stop expanding!"
"What now? As non-member nations, we lack protection and can't defeat the Pirates, even combined."
"What else? Surrender or flee with our treasures!!"
"...."
The kings of Belloso, Prees, and Jeremy discussed through Den Den Mushi how to respond to the Infinity Pirates.
Their call yielded no solutions.
They considered fleeing, but in the chaotic New World, where could they go?
With many pirates around, escaping with treasures without strong protection was suicidal.
"Kano, Karu, Barrett, lead three ships to Prees Kingdom. Ashura Doji, Mari, take three ships to Jeremy Kingdom. Capture those two kingdoms for me!"
"If you encounter enemies you can't handle, notify me immediately, and I'll assist!"
After setting sail, Li Yuan divided his forces into three, simultaneously attacking the three kingdoms.
The initial plan was to conquer one kingdom at a time, cautiously.
But Li Yuan realized that personally leading each raid would exert no pressure on Barrett and the others.
Over time, they wouldn't gain strength, so he changed his mind.
With many mirrors on their ships, Li Yuan could support them anytime.
"Yes, Captain!!"
Ashura Doji and the others were excited, as conquering a kingdom themselves would prove their strength.
They wouldn't miss this opportunity and resolved to defeat their opponents with their own power.
"Hahaha, charge the palace!"
With Jeremy Kingdom closest, Ashura Doji and Mari led 3,000 men, supported by Mink Tribe's Kumasi and Fishman Jerar, charging directly to the palace.
"Pirates, you won't pillage Jeremy Kingdom!!"
General Avey, leading many kingdom soldiers, blocked Ashura Doji and his men.
"Hahaha, want to stop the Infinity Pirates? Defeat me first!"
Ashura Doji laughed, charging Avey at the front.
"One-Sword Style: Tiger's Cage Unleashed!!"
His sword, covered in Ryuo, unleashed a tiger-like slash towards Avey.
"Weighty Slash!!"
Avey wielded a giant sword, covered in Armament Haki, and matched Ashura's tiger-like slash.
"Hmm? Something's off!!"
Ashura Doji saw his slash neutralized, sensing Avey's sword wasn't strong enough to do so.
"Weighted Slash!"
Avey gave Ashura no time to think, closing in and striking with his heavy sword.
"Clang!!!"
Ashura Doji blocked but was pushed back over ten meters by the heavy pressure.
"A Devil Fruit's power!!"
Close contact revealed Avey's attacks were augmented by a Devil Fruit, instantly increasing his sword's weight.
Ashura guessed right; Avey had eaten the Paramecia-type Ton-Ton Fruit, capable of increasing weight by up to ten thousand tons!
"Falling Slash!!"
Avey, relentless, leapt and descended with crushing force towards Ashura's head.
"Shave!!!"
Ashura Doji knew not to take it head-on, using the Navy's Shave to dodge.
"Boom!!!"
Avey's sword struck the ground, creating a deep fissure extending tens of meters.
Using Shave's speed, Ashura closed in on Avey before he could react.
"One-Sword Style: Cross Slash!!"
Two swift sword lights slashed through, Ryuo breaking Avey's Haki defense, marking his chest with a cross and sending him flying.
"Your Devil Fruit's power is most effective in attack, not otherwise!"
Ashura Doji noted the weakness, seeing through Avey's defense after a few exchanges.
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