Chapter 71: Chapter 71: The World Reacts
In the newsroom of the World Economy News Paper, Morgans spun around with excitement, flapping his wings as he shouted, "Big news! Big news!"
The reporters in the bustling room watched as Morgans danced with glee. He turned toward them, his eyes sparkling. "Write the headlines! Let the world know that the so-called 'Tyrant' Kael D. William has done the impossible! Here are the titles:
1. 'The Tyrant Who Toppled Legends: William Defeats Garp and Admiral Kizaru!'
2. 'Boa Hancock, the Most Beautiful Woman in the World, Crushes Akainu!'
3. 'Aokiji Falls to the Might of Nico Robin, Boa Sandersonia, and Boa Marigold!'
Morgans slammed his hands on the desk. "This will sell like wildfire! Make sure every corner of the world sees it!"
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Grand Line - A Random Island
A scrappy pirate crew sat around a campfire, a copy of the latest newspaper in their hands. Their captain, a scrawny man with a crooked hat, stood up and waved the paper dramatically.
"The three Admirals and the Marine Hero Garp were defeated by a kid and a bunch of little girls? HAHAHA!" the captain roared with laughter. "Boys, if they can take down the strongest force in the Navy, so can we! Let's attack a Marine base and make a name for ourselves!"
The crew cheered, raising their weapons in the air. "Yeah, Captain! Let's go!"
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Another Pirate Crew
On a ship that had just entered the Grand Line, a fat, greasy pirate captain named Hog smirked as he held up the newspaper. "This William kid thinks he's hot stuff, huh? Listen up, boys! Let's find him and take his women!"
The crew erupted in agreement.
Captain Hog puffed out his chest. "I'm Captain Hog! The only man worthy of the beauties around that kid! Especially Hancock-sama!"
The pirates roared in excitement. "Yeah, Captain! Let's kill that tyrant and rescue Hancock-sama!"
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Around the World
The news spread like wildfire, igniting ambition in countless foolish pirates. Across the seas, crews underestimated the might of the Marines and rushed to attack Navy bases, only to be crushed. While the Navy held its ground, the sudden surge in attacks stretched their resources thin, leaving a trail of chaos and casualties in its wake.
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Back to Captain Hog again
Captain Hog's ship sailed confidently toward a Marine warship. As they approached, Hog grinned when he saw the ship's commander—a beautiful woman standing tall on the deck.
"That's Vice Admiral Gion!" Hog said, his eyes gleaming. "She's mine! Before we kill William and marry Hancock-sama, we'll capture her first. Boys, you can have the rest of her crew!"
The pirates cheered. "Long live Captain Hog!"
Gion looked down at the filthy crew with disgust. Her sharp eyes locked onto Hog, and her voice was icy. "A fat pig like you wants to kill William and marry Boa Hancock? Have you ever looked in a mirror?"
Hog's face turned red with anger. "How dare you insult me! I'm the great Captain Hog, with a bounty of 40 million bellies!"
Gion burst into laughter. "40 million? That's hilarious. Thank you—I needed that laugh."
Unsheathing her sword, Konpira, she swung it effortlessly, sending a massive flying slash toward Hog's ship. The attack cut the ship clean in half, sending it—and Captain Hog's ambitions—into the depths of the sea.
Hog's final words were a pathetic shout: "No! I can't die! I haven't married Hancock-sama yet!"
Gion spat overboard. "Disgusting scum. Let's move. We're heading back to Marineford."
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In the New World
The news reached the major players of the seas. Unlike the naive and stupid pirates in the Grand Line, the seasoned pirates recognized the magnitude of William and his crew's strength.
On the Moby Dick
Whitebeard held the newspaper, his booming laughter shaking the deck. "Gurararara! Marco, how old do you think that kid is?"
Marco, perched nearby, shrugged. "Less than twenty, I'd guess. Why do you ask, Pops?"
Whitebeard grinned. "He's not even twenty, and he's already defeated Garp! Imagine how strong he'll be in a few years. That little girl Hancock—if she's mastered advanced Conqueror's Haki at her age, she's on a path few have walked. Even I, Linlin, and Kaido didn't reach that level so young. And that red-haired one... I'd bet my ship she has Shiki's Demon Fruit." Whitebeard's grin widened. "I really want them as my children. Gurararara!"
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Whole Cake Island
Big Mom slammed the newspaper on the table, her laughter echoing through the castle. "Ma ma ma ma! Tamago! Go tell that boy William that I want him to marry into my Charlotte Family!"
Tamago adjusted his Pince-nez glasses, and replied in his smooth, French accent, "Oui, Mama. Soir!"
Perospero paled. "Mama, we can't! Not only did he beat Kizaru, but he also defeated Garp!"
Big Mom's expression darkened. "What? Do you think I'm afraid of some kid, Perospero? I'm Big Mom!"
Panicked, Perospero quickly backpedaled. "No, Mama! That's not what I meant! How about we invite him to a tea party instead?"
Big Mom's mood shifted instantly, her mouth watering at the thought. "Ma ma ma ma! A tea party! That's a wonderful idea. Tamago, send the invitation immediately!"
Tamago bowed. "Bon! Considérez cela fait, Mama."
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On the Red Force
Yasopp held up the newspaper, laughing. "I think that William kid is stronger than you, Boss! Last time Garp chased us, all we could do was run. Hahahaha!"
Lucky Roux joined in. "Look at the Boss—he's blushing! His face is as red as his hair!"
Shanks scowled, his face indeed flushed. "You guys knock it off! We didn't fight Garp because I didn't want to, not because I couldn't!"
Yasopp smirked. "Sure, Boss. Whatever you say."
Shanks shook his head, grabbing a drink. "Enough about that crazy old man. Let's keep the party going! Ahahahaha!"
The crew roared with laughter and clinked their mugs together, continuing their celebration.
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On Onigashima
Kaido sat on his throne, holding a massive jug of sake. He read the headlines, a wide grin splitting his face.
"Wororororo! That kid William—I want to fight him!"
Moments later, Kaido slammed his jug down and began sobbing uncontrollably. "But when will he come to the New World?"
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Shakky's Bar
Back on Sabaody, William, Shakky, Rayleigh, and the four girls sat around a table, enjoying a hearty dinner.
William leaned back in his chair, grinning. "Shakky, you should pack up. We're leaving tomorrow. Actually, I can take the whole bar with us if you want."
Shakky smiled warmly. "Alright, take it. There are a lot of memories here."
William nodded. "Consider it done. By the way, do you girls want to sail to Jaya Island first, or should I go straight to Skypiea and open a portal for you?"
Marigold spoke up. "How about I take us there on a flying ship?"
William raised an eyebrow. "You can do that, Marie?"
Marigold smirked. "I can't make an island fly yet, but a ship? Easy. Once I make it float, controlling it is no burden."
Hancock clapped her hands. "Then it's settled. We'll fly to Skypiea."
Rayleigh, holding his empty glass, grumbled. "Hey, kid, you still owe me that wine you promised."
William chuckled. "I'll give it to Shakky when we get to Skypiea."
Rayleigh frowned. "Fine. But can you spare a bottle now?"
William smirked. "Didn't I give you one last night?"
Rayleigh sighed. "I already drank it."
William shook his head, pulling a fancy bottle of wine from his spatial dimension. "You've got a problem, old man. You need help."
Rayleigh snatched the bottle, grinning. "Mind your business, kid."