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**Chapter 499: After the Battle**
The battle ended.
On the ninth day, the Flying Pirates emerged from the Storm Domain, returning to their Base Camp with the Crewmates who had remained outside the Domain.
No one knew the outcome, as the Roger Pirates' situation remained unknown.
Two days later, the Roger Pirates appeared from the North of the Storm Domain, continuing forward without stopping.
In fact, over these two days, this long-lasting super storm had begun to weaken.
However, the energy it had gathered was too immense; it would be difficult for it to fully return to peaceful conditions for at least ten days to half a month.
Based on the Roger Pirates' previous Shipping Route, the World Economic Journal, having guessed their location, immediately obtained first-hand intelligence: a photograph.
After taking the picture, the reporter bird flew away.
Undoubtedly, the final result was mutual losses, with no clear victor.
Both sides suffered significant losses.
Those who guessed the result would be a draw made a large profit.
After all, wars between pirates often end with a victory or defeat; the vast majority of people bet on one side winning.
The Roger Pirates had a geographical advantage, creating such a terrifying natural disaster.
While the Flying Pirates had stronger overall strength.
This result surprised many people, and even disappointed them.
The losses were somewhat small.
The Roger Pirates lost over a dozen Combatants, but still possessed terrifying overall strength, and their main combatants were all still present.
As for the Flying Pirates' losses of over thirty Cadres, it wasn't enough to cripple them.
Their overall strength declined slightly, but it wouldn't take long to recover.
This disappointed the Marines and the World Government somewhat.
Mutual losses were correct, but it didn't meet expectations.
They had expected the Great Battle lasting nine days to be extremely brutal, but didn't anticipate the losses would be so small.
And those Top Powers who wanted to challenge the Flying Pirates' ruling status also abandoned that idea.
Currently, the Flying Pirates are still not something they can challenge; they need time and an opportunity, and also need to unite with other Factions.
Overall, comparing the scale of both sides, the Roger Pirates' losses were definitely greater.
It's easy for the Flying Pirates to replenish Combatant Strength, but it's not so simple for the Roger Pirates to replenish theirs.
Titan, who remained above the super storm, did not leave because the battle ended.
This place was a rare training ground for him.
Such powerful natural energy was also a rare gourmet food for him.
After all, the stronger one's strength, the more difficult it is to grow.
After sending a message to Hades, Titan continuously devoured the lightning within the lightning clouds.
“Let's go.
The Roger Pirates appeared in the North, we should head back first.
”
Sengoku put down the Den Den Mushi, looked back at the super storm, and said seriously.
Having received intelligence from Headquarters, the Marine warships that had stayed for a long time left this Sea Area, preparing to return to Headquarters.
This time, the strategic objective was successful, but it didn't meet expectations.
The Roger Pirates' losses of numerous Combatants was also a gain for them.
At the very least, the Roger Pirates' overall strength was weakened.
Next, they needed to prepare how to target the Roger Pirates.
They couldn't allow the Roger Pirates to continue being active; this was a strict order from the World Government.
If it didn't work this time, they would prepare for the next; there would always be an opportunity.
“What a pity, I didn't get a chance to act this time.
”
Garp twisted his wrists, saying with some regret.
For some reason, he felt Garp was a little happy.
As a nemesis, deep down, Garp was actually a little worried about Roger.
After all, capturing Roger could be said to be his life's target, one he hadn't accomplished in over twenty years; if Roger were to die in Shiki's hands like this, he would naturally feel some regret.
“Where do you think the Roger Pirates' next target is?”
A General raised the question.
“They've basically been sailing North this whole way.
”
“Could it be the True Center Sword Academy?”
After all, heading North, the most famous place is Pure Spirit Island.
These Sea Areas are relatively chaotic.
Avoiding the Flying Pirates' Territory is one reason, but there must be a purpose.
Based on the Shipping Route they've taken, it's clear that the Roger Pirates' sailing wasn't random.
“It's unclear, but we already guessed the Roger Pirates' operation trajectory.
During the Great Battle, we and the World Government personnel were already hidden on various Islands in the North, and we even have people on Pure Spirit Island.
”
“If the Roger Pirates have a target, we can detect it immediately, so there's no need to worry.
”
How could they have imagined that the Roger Pirates would travel the Grand Line again?
On the other side, the Oro Jackson.
Roger lay in bed.
Outside the Captain's Cabin, numerous Crewmates waited anxiously.
Finally, the ship doctor Crocus opened the door and walked out.
“Crocus, how is the Captain?”
Gaban immediately stepped forward.
“The situation is a bit bad.
It was likely triggered during the Great Battle and had been under suppression, so when it flared up, it was quite serious.
”
Hearing this, everyone's hearts tightened.
“The situation is stable now.
Next, Roger needs rest.
”
The numerous Crewmates breathed a sigh of relief.
“However, we are a bit short on medicinal herbs.
Next, I need to purchase some medicinal herbs.
”
“Where to?”
“Paros Island.
The medicinal herbs there are the most comprehensive, and the Sky Arena has world-class medical methods.
If it weren't for the Captain's identity issue, I would have hoped the Captain could get checked on Paros Island; it should help with the treatment.
”
Crocus said with some regret.
“Alright, we'll find a place to wait for you.
”
The World Government doesn't know Crocus's identity, so there's no need to worry about problems.
The Roger Pirates also didn't want to involve Crocus.
After all, his willingness to help Roger stabilize his condition and extend his time by a few years was already a great help.
The news of Roger's serious illness absolutely couldn't be exposed; they were clear on this point.
(end of chapter)
The battle ended.
On the ninth day, the Flying Pirates emerged from the Storm Domain, returning to their Base Camp with the Crewmates who had remained outside the Domain.
No one knew the outcome, as the Roger Pirates' situation remained unknown.
Two days later, the Roger Pirates appeared from the North of the Storm Domain, continuing forward without stopping.
In fact, over these two days, this long-lasting super storm had begun to weaken.
However, the energy it had gathered was too immense; it would be difficult for it to fully return to peaceful conditions for at least ten days to half a month.
Based on the Roger Pirates' previous Shipping Route, the World Economic Journal, having guessed their location, immediately obtained first-hand intelligence: a photograph.
After taking the picture, the reporter bird flew away.
Undoubtedly, the final result was mutual losses, with no clear victor.
Both sides suffered significant losses.
Those who guessed the result would be a draw made a large profit.
After all, wars between pirates often end with a victory or defeat; the vast majority of people bet on one side winning.
The Roger Pirates had a geographical advantage, creating such a terrifying natural disaster.
While the Flying Pirates had stronger overall strength.
This result surprised many people, and even disappointed them.
The losses were somewhat small.
The Roger Pirates lost over a dozen Combatants, but still possessed terrifying overall strength, and their main combatants were all still present.
As for the Flying Pirates' losses of over thirty Cadres, it wasn't enough to cripple them.
Their overall strength declined slightly, but it wouldn't take long to recover.
This disappointed the Marines and the World Government somewhat.
Mutual losses were correct, but it didn't meet expectations.
They had expected the Great Battle lasting nine days to be extremely brutal, but didn't anticipate the losses would be so small.
And those Top Powers who wanted to challenge the Flying Pirates' ruling status also abandoned that idea.
Currently, the Flying Pirates are still not something they can challenge; they need time and an opportunity, and also need to unite with other Factions.
Overall, comparing the scale of both sides, the Roger Pirates' losses were definitely greater.
It's easy for the Flying Pirates to replenish Combatant Strength, but it's not so simple for the Roger Pirates to replenish theirs.
Titan, who remained above the super storm, did not leave because the battle ended.
This place was a rare training ground for him.
Such powerful natural energy was also a rare gourmet food for him.
After all, the stronger one's strength, the more difficult it is to grow.
After sending a message to Hades, Titan continuously devoured the lightning within the lightning clouds.
“Let's go.
The Roger Pirates appeared in the North, we should head back first.
”
Sengoku put down the Den Den Mushi, looked back at the super storm, and said seriously.
Having received intelligence from Headquarters, the Marine warships that had stayed for a long time left this Sea Area, preparing to return to Headquarters.
This time, the strategic objective was successful, but it didn't meet expectations.
The Roger Pirates' losses of numerous Combatants was also a gain for them.
At the very least, the Roger Pirates' overall strength was weakened.
Next, they needed to prepare how to target the Roger Pirates.
They couldn't allow the Roger Pirates to continue being active; this was a strict order from the World Government.
If it didn't work this time, they would prepare for the next; there would always be an opportunity.
“What a pity, I didn't get a chance to act this time.
”
Garp twisted his wrists, saying with some regret.
For some reason, he felt Garp was a little happy.
As a nemesis, deep down, Garp was actually a little worried about Roger.
After all, capturing Roger could be said to be his life's target, one he hadn't accomplished in over twenty years; if Roger were to die in Shiki's hands like this, he would naturally feel some regret.
“Where do you think the Roger Pirates' next target is?”
A General raised the question.
“They've basically been sailing North this whole way.
”
“Could it be the True Center Sword Academy?”
After all, heading North, the most famous place is Pure Spirit Island.
These Sea Areas are relatively chaotic.
Avoiding the Flying Pirates' Territory is one reason, but there must be a purpose.
Based on the Shipping Route they've taken, it's clear that the Roger Pirates' sailing wasn't random.
“It's unclear, but we already guessed the Roger Pirates' operation trajectory.
During the Great Battle, we and the World Government personnel were already hidden on various Islands in the North, and we even have people on Pure Spirit Island.
”
“If the Roger Pirates have a target, we can detect it immediately, so there's no need to worry.
”
How could they have imagined that the Roger Pirates would travel the Grand Line again?
On the other side, the Oro Jackson.
Roger lay in bed.
Outside the Captain's Cabin, numerous Crewmates waited anxiously.
Finally, the ship doctor Crocus opened the door and walked out.
“Crocus, how is the Captain?”
Gaban immediately stepped forward.
“The situation is a bit bad.
It was likely triggered during the Great Battle and had been under suppression, so when it flared up, it was quite serious.
”
Hearing this, everyone's hearts tightened.
“The situation is stable now.
Next, Roger needs rest.
”
The numerous Crewmates breathed a sigh of relief.
“However, we are a bit short on medicinal herbs.
Next, I need to purchase some medicinal herbs.
”
“Where to?”
“Paros Island.
The medicinal herbs there are the most comprehensive, and the Sky Arena has world-class medical methods.
If it weren't for the Captain's identity issue, I would have hoped the Captain could get checked on Paros Island; it should help with the treatment.
”
Crocus said with some regret.
“Alright, we'll find a place to wait for you.
”
The World Government doesn't know Crocus's identity, so there's no need to worry about problems.
The Roger Pirates also didn't want to involve Crocus.
After all, his willingness to help Roger stabilize his condition and extend his time by a few years was already a great help.
The news of Roger's serious illness absolutely couldn't be exposed; they were clear on this point.
(end of chapter)
