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Chapter 528: Six Thousand Meters Deep in the Sea of Life and Death
News of the Roger Pirates' downfall spread throughout the entire World.
Especially with the appearance of several photos, this news, which seemed to come from nowhere, was completely confirmed, shaking the hearts of countless people like a hurricane in a short period.
"How is this possible?"
"Roger just died like that?"
"He was an opponent even Old Man recognized."
The most shocked was undoubtedly "\"Golden Lion\" Shiki", who considered Roger his opponent.
He couldn't believe that the Roger Pirates had met their downfall just like that.
This wasn't how he had imagined it.
"Reinhardt, this news is fake, right?"
Looking at his most trusted Deputy, Shiki hoped to hear what he wanted to hear.
Facing his Admiral's gaze, Reinhardt shook his head with some regret.
"I'm truly sorry, but this news is very likely true.
The Roger Pirates weren't exactly defeated, but being swallowed by a Whirlpool should be a fact."
"Although there's no concrete evidence, these photos and this news were very likely orchestrated and secretly promoted by Morgans, that birdman.
There's a certain feasibility to it."
"Furthermore, the combat strength dispatched by the World Government and the Marines this time was indeed very powerful."
As he spoke, Reinhardt couldn't help but feel emotional about the World Government's grand gesture, noting that it would completely cause a void in the high-end combat power of Mary Geoise and Marine Headquarters.
If this were in the previous era, the Rocks Pirates would definitely have charged directly to Marineford and Mary Geoise once such an opportunity arose.
If it had been known in advance, even their Flying Pirates might not have missed such an opportunity to weaken the Marines and the World Government.
However, the news of the World Government and Marines' operation this time was not leaked; only a few Factions with connections within the Government knew.
Frankly speaking, in Reinhardt's view, the downfall of the Roger Pirates was a good thing for the Flying Pirates.
On The Great Sea today, the Roger Pirates were the only Pirate Crew that could stand alongside them.
Captain "Demon" Roger was also the only Legendary Pirate who stood alongside their Admiral.
With the Roger Pirates gone, the Flying Pirates would be the only and strongest.
This would be beneficial for the Flying Pirates' future development.
Shiki didn't want to know the specific inside story.
Holding a bottle of fine wine in one hand, he tilted his head back and gulped it down.
"You can go now.
I need some time alone."
Shiki waved his hand, as this news didn't put him in a good mood.
Reinhardt didn't say much either, knowing his Admiral would adjust in just a few days.
Whitebeard also felt regret.
He and Roger could be considered to have a relatively good relationship.
They were both opponents and friends.
The Moby Dick sailed on The Great Sea.
Newgate sat on his throne, surrounded by piles of wine bottles.
Newgate didn't say a word, just drank silently, seemingly reminiscing about the days he knew and clashed with Roger.
The Children around him didn't dare to disturb their Pops at this moment.
Besides being their father, Newgate was also their Captain, and at times, he possessed great authority.
As for the other Factions on The Great Sea, some felt regret that a generation's legend had ended so quietly and unexpectedly.
Others felt excited, mostly the former enemies of the Roger Pirates, such as the John Pirates and the Five Peaks Pirates, who even held banquets in celebration.
This news caught people off guard.
The Roger Pirates had made many friends during their decades of sailing, and upon receiving this news, they silently sighed and shed tears.
However, the vast majority of Civilians and Marines were excited.
They were celebrating the fact that this heinous Pirate had gone to Hell.
After all, the reputation of the Roger Pirates on The Great Sea wasn't good; at least through years of propaganda, they were the epitome of vicious Pirates.
One act of destroying a Kingdom had them permanently branded, with no chance of redemption, and no one cared about what actually happened back then.
Of course, there were also rumors that "Demon" Roger was not yet dead, as there was no concrete evidence proving the Roger Pirates had truly met their downfall.
The photos could only prove that the Roger Pirates were swallowed, but they couldn't confirm that Roger was truly dead.
It wasn't just the Marines and the World Government searching; various Factions in the surrounding Sea Area, and some Pirate Crews who learned the news, spontaneously came to search for the whereabouts of the Roger Pirates.
They wanted to find some clues.
Perhaps some members of the Roger Pirates had appeared on a certain Uninhabited Island.
"Is Roger really dead?"
This was a question countless people wanted to know, and even Hades's Children were the same.
"Who knows?
Maybe alive, maybe dead."
Hades didn't answer, because he didn't know either.
However, he knew how to determine the fate of the Roger Pirates.
After being brought to the Kronos Kingdom, the Royal Palace became Shirley's new home.
The young Mermaid loved her new identity: royal diviner of the Kronos Kingdom and the Tartarus Family.
Clearly, Shirley liked it here, even forgetting Fish-Man Island.
In the time she could remember, her life on Fish-Man Island wasn't pleasant, and she never had any desire to return.
Here, she had her most respected "Pluto" Hades, and she could meet many kind mermaid sisters.
Undoubtedly, she had now become a part of the Kronos Kingdom, and even a part of the Tartarus Family, because she had another identity: Hades's goddaughter.
Just like Barrett, although there was no blood relation, he inherited the Tartarus surname.
There is nothing more reliable than bloodline family affection; having a surname is equivalent to having a sense of belonging.
Especially for a Child only a few years old, it is full of lethality.
"My dear little Shirley, use your ability and help me see if the Roger Pirates have met their downfall."
Gently rubbing Shirley's short black hair, Hades asked with a smile.
Besides Hades, many other Children were gathered here: Dexiu, Jörmungandr, Esdeath, and others.
After learning that they could get news about the Roger Pirates, they all came out of curiosity.
Each of them looked at the new member of the Family with curious eyes.
They had long heard about Shirley's ability, and they had tested it on some small matters.
This was the first time for such a big event.
However, they were well aware that Shirley's ability was strategic and very important to the Kingdom and the Family.
Naturally, they didn't reject her, and in this environment, Shirley quickly integrated into the Family.
"Watch me!"
Under so many gazes, Shirley was a little shy, but also a little proud.
She cherished everything she had now: family, family affection, friends, and the treatment she received, so she really hoped to exhibit her value.
Placing her hands on the divination orb, Shirley closed her eyes.
After a while, she opened her bright big eyes.
"The Roger Pirates are still alive.
Many members, including Captain Roger, are alive."
"Where?"
"Six thousand meters deep in the Deep Sea."
At this point, Hades stopped asking.
"Knowing this is enough."
Of course, deep down, Hades still had some expectation.
"As expected of you, Roger, you're still alive even after that."
Whether it was luck or Roger's ability, the result is everything.
This time, the Roger Pirates are truly free as a bird.
Having survived this final calamity, no one can stop their path anymore.
Of course, the Roger Pirates also paid a heavy price, with a large number of Crewmates dying in battle.
Hades had already obtained the specific intelligence from within the World Government.
(end of chapter)
News of the Roger Pirates' downfall spread throughout the entire World.
Especially with the appearance of several photos, this news, which seemed to come from nowhere, was completely confirmed, shaking the hearts of countless people like a hurricane in a short period.
"How is this possible?"
"Roger just died like that?"
"He was an opponent even Old Man recognized."
The most shocked was undoubtedly "\"Golden Lion\" Shiki", who considered Roger his opponent.
He couldn't believe that the Roger Pirates had met their downfall just like that.
This wasn't how he had imagined it.
"Reinhardt, this news is fake, right?"
Looking at his most trusted Deputy, Shiki hoped to hear what he wanted to hear.
Facing his Admiral's gaze, Reinhardt shook his head with some regret.
"I'm truly sorry, but this news is very likely true.
The Roger Pirates weren't exactly defeated, but being swallowed by a Whirlpool should be a fact."
"Although there's no concrete evidence, these photos and this news were very likely orchestrated and secretly promoted by Morgans, that birdman.
There's a certain feasibility to it."
"Furthermore, the combat strength dispatched by the World Government and the Marines this time was indeed very powerful."
As he spoke, Reinhardt couldn't help but feel emotional about the World Government's grand gesture, noting that it would completely cause a void in the high-end combat power of Mary Geoise and Marine Headquarters.
If this were in the previous era, the Rocks Pirates would definitely have charged directly to Marineford and Mary Geoise once such an opportunity arose.
If it had been known in advance, even their Flying Pirates might not have missed such an opportunity to weaken the Marines and the World Government.
However, the news of the World Government and Marines' operation this time was not leaked; only a few Factions with connections within the Government knew.
Frankly speaking, in Reinhardt's view, the downfall of the Roger Pirates was a good thing for the Flying Pirates.
On The Great Sea today, the Roger Pirates were the only Pirate Crew that could stand alongside them.
Captain "Demon" Roger was also the only Legendary Pirate who stood alongside their Admiral.
With the Roger Pirates gone, the Flying Pirates would be the only and strongest.
This would be beneficial for the Flying Pirates' future development.
Shiki didn't want to know the specific inside story.
Holding a bottle of fine wine in one hand, he tilted his head back and gulped it down.
"You can go now.
I need some time alone."
Shiki waved his hand, as this news didn't put him in a good mood.
Reinhardt didn't say much either, knowing his Admiral would adjust in just a few days.
Whitebeard also felt regret.
He and Roger could be considered to have a relatively good relationship.
They were both opponents and friends.
The Moby Dick sailed on The Great Sea.
Newgate sat on his throne, surrounded by piles of wine bottles.
Newgate didn't say a word, just drank silently, seemingly reminiscing about the days he knew and clashed with Roger.
The Children around him didn't dare to disturb their Pops at this moment.
Besides being their father, Newgate was also their Captain, and at times, he possessed great authority.
As for the other Factions on The Great Sea, some felt regret that a generation's legend had ended so quietly and unexpectedly.
Others felt excited, mostly the former enemies of the Roger Pirates, such as the John Pirates and the Five Peaks Pirates, who even held banquets in celebration.
This news caught people off guard.
The Roger Pirates had made many friends during their decades of sailing, and upon receiving this news, they silently sighed and shed tears.
However, the vast majority of Civilians and Marines were excited.
They were celebrating the fact that this heinous Pirate had gone to Hell.
After all, the reputation of the Roger Pirates on The Great Sea wasn't good; at least through years of propaganda, they were the epitome of vicious Pirates.
One act of destroying a Kingdom had them permanently branded, with no chance of redemption, and no one cared about what actually happened back then.
Of course, there were also rumors that "Demon" Roger was not yet dead, as there was no concrete evidence proving the Roger Pirates had truly met their downfall.
The photos could only prove that the Roger Pirates were swallowed, but they couldn't confirm that Roger was truly dead.
It wasn't just the Marines and the World Government searching; various Factions in the surrounding Sea Area, and some Pirate Crews who learned the news, spontaneously came to search for the whereabouts of the Roger Pirates.
They wanted to find some clues.
Perhaps some members of the Roger Pirates had appeared on a certain Uninhabited Island.
"Is Roger really dead?"
This was a question countless people wanted to know, and even Hades's Children were the same.
"Who knows?
Maybe alive, maybe dead."
Hades didn't answer, because he didn't know either.
However, he knew how to determine the fate of the Roger Pirates.
After being brought to the Kronos Kingdom, the Royal Palace became Shirley's new home.
The young Mermaid loved her new identity: royal diviner of the Kronos Kingdom and the Tartarus Family.
Clearly, Shirley liked it here, even forgetting Fish-Man Island.
In the time she could remember, her life on Fish-Man Island wasn't pleasant, and she never had any desire to return.
Here, she had her most respected "Pluto" Hades, and she could meet many kind mermaid sisters.
Undoubtedly, she had now become a part of the Kronos Kingdom, and even a part of the Tartarus Family, because she had another identity: Hades's goddaughter.
Just like Barrett, although there was no blood relation, he inherited the Tartarus surname.
There is nothing more reliable than bloodline family affection; having a surname is equivalent to having a sense of belonging.
Especially for a Child only a few years old, it is full of lethality.
"My dear little Shirley, use your ability and help me see if the Roger Pirates have met their downfall."
Gently rubbing Shirley's short black hair, Hades asked with a smile.
Besides Hades, many other Children were gathered here: Dexiu, Jörmungandr, Esdeath, and others.
After learning that they could get news about the Roger Pirates, they all came out of curiosity.
Each of them looked at the new member of the Family with curious eyes.
They had long heard about Shirley's ability, and they had tested it on some small matters.
This was the first time for such a big event.
However, they were well aware that Shirley's ability was strategic and very important to the Kingdom and the Family.
Naturally, they didn't reject her, and in this environment, Shirley quickly integrated into the Family.
"Watch me!"
Under so many gazes, Shirley was a little shy, but also a little proud.
She cherished everything she had now: family, family affection, friends, and the treatment she received, so she really hoped to exhibit her value.
Placing her hands on the divination orb, Shirley closed her eyes.
After a while, she opened her bright big eyes.
"The Roger Pirates are still alive.
Many members, including Captain Roger, are alive."
"Where?"
"Six thousand meters deep in the Deep Sea."
At this point, Hades stopped asking.
"Knowing this is enough."
Of course, deep down, Hades still had some expectation.
"As expected of you, Roger, you're still alive even after that."
Whether it was luck or Roger's ability, the result is everything.
This time, the Roger Pirates are truly free as a bird.
Having survived this final calamity, no one can stop their path anymore.
Of course, the Roger Pirates also paid a heavy price, with a large number of Crewmates dying in battle.
Hades had already obtained the specific intelligence from within the World Government.
(end of chapter)
