In an instant, various pirate crews, including the Okama Pirates, took out one-third of their treasures.
Initially, there were concerns that the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew might not be able to handle the situation, but now they felt a strong sense of security.
Soon, Xia Ling took charge of counting the treasures. After more than thirty pirate crews handed over their treasures, the total amount was quite substantial. Although it wasn't as valuable as the large chest obtained from the island earlier, it was still a significant amount.
Ye Yu said, "Everyone, follow behind my Dominant Feather Pirate Crew. We'll protect you."
"Thank you."
"It's fortunate that the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew arrived; otherwise, our treasures would likely have been stolen."
"Handing over one-third in exchange for a successful transaction is still a good deal."
...
At this moment, Wang Xiao and Gongsun Long were rescued from the sea by their crew members. After lying on the deck for a while to recover, they stood up, looking quite disheveled.
"Captain, let me bandage your wounds."
Wang Xiao pushed the ship's doctor aside and looked at the approaching Dominant Feather Pirate Crew with immense anger.
"Damn it."
Gongsun Long was shocked: "So powerful. The three of us took turns to withstand that slash, yet we ended up in such a sorry state."
Wang Xiao's fighting spirit surged: "If the seven of us captains join forces, he has contracted seven Non-Ability Users, and their combined strength is what makes him so formidable. But can his seven Non-Ability Users really compare to our seven Devil Fruit powers?"
Gongsun Long agreed. Having suffered a setback, they now had to strike back.
"Right, his seven Non-Ability Users, in the world of pirates, definitely can't match the powers of the Munch-Munch Fruit, the Strong-Strong Fruit, and the other abilities we possess. Let's join forces. Pride doesn't matter; defeating them and seizing the treasures is what's most important. Then we can exchange them for experience to level up. Strength is what truly matters. No matter how underhanded the method, we must get those treasures."
From a distance, Ye Yu naturally overheard their conversation and chuckled inwardly. Anyone from the pirate world who heard this would surely find it a hilarious joke.
Wang Xiao and Gongsun Long's fighting spirits were high, but the other captains remained silent and hesitant.
"Forget it, let's leave."
"We're not fighting; the opponent is too strong."
"Even if we join forces and manage to defeat the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, the cost would be too high. Even if we get the treasures, it's not worth it. Moreover, those pirate crews will likely ally with the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew and attack together. Even if our seven powerful pirate crews unite, the cost would be even greater. So, let's just leave."
"I've also decided to withdraw."
...
Immediately, many pirate ships began to turn around, preparing to leave.
This made Wang Xiao and Gongsun Long's expressions turn ugly, filled with anger.
"Are you all just going to back down now?"
"Risk and opportunity are proportional. With this mindset, you'll never become one of the Four Emperors' Pirate Crews in two months."
"Treasures are experience, and levels represent strength. As long as there's hope, don't give up so easily! Don't leave; let's join forces. We have a chance to win!"
However, it was no use. Those who wanted to leave had already made up their minds.
At this moment, the crew members of the Devour Pirates suggested:
"Captain, let's just endure it and leave too. Three pirate crews have already decided to leave, so even if the remaining four are willing, we can't possibly defeat them."
"That's right, Captain. There will be plenty of opportunities to seize treasures, but if we suffer heavy casualties, it'll be hard to recruit talented people in the future."
"Captain, let's withdraw."
...
Wang Xiao and Gongsun Long gritted their teeth. Although they were reluctant, they knew that without choosing to unite, they would surely be doomed if they fought alone.
Thus, they could only suppress their anger and loudly declare, "We're retreating too!"
In an instant, all seven pirate crews turned around, preparing to leave.
On the ship of the Transvestite Pirates, someone remarked, "They're retreating."
"We can successfully exchange for experience now."
"Thanks to the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, the protection fee was worth it."
...
At this moment, Ye Yu, seeing the seven pirate crews about to leave, suddenly spoke with a chilling tone, "Thinking of leaving just like that? Not so easy!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xia Ling understood his intent. She leaped up, her Ice Spears extending from her hands, touching the sea surface, and unleashing the power of the Ice Fruit.
Crack, crack, crack...
Instantly, the seawater froze, and in the blink of an eye, it froze up to a hundred meters ahead, trapping the seven pirate crews, including the Devourers.
On their ships, they were immediately stunned.
"Why have we suddenly stopped?"
"It feels like we've hit something."
"Why does it suddenly feel so cold?"
"The surrounding seawater has frozen! The ship can't move for now; we need to break the ice."
"It's Xia Ling, the Ice Fruit Ability User and vice-captain of the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, who did this!"
...
Their gazes all turned toward the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew.
Xia Ling had already landed on the bow of the ship, standing beside Ye Yu.
Wang Xiao's expression darkened as he looked at Ye Yu and asked in a low voice, "What's the meaning of this? Not letting us leave? Are you trying to start a war?"
Gongsun Long was equally furious, "We chose to retreat, and instead of being relieved, you're blocking our way? How arrogant!"
The captains of the other pirate crews were also incensed.
"Do you really think we're easy to bully? We chose to retreat not because we're afraid of you, but because it's not worth it."
"If we unite and fight together, you might not win!"
"You'd better break the ice yourself and let us leave."
...
Already filled with anger and humiliation, they were now even more enraged. After all, without the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, they could have gained a lot of treasure. But because of Ye Yu, they had to retreat, which was already infuriating. Now, with the surrounding waters frozen and their path blocked, it was like adding fuel to the fire.
However, Ye Yu was unafraid of their unity and remained calm. "You were just eyeing the treasures of my Dominant Feather Pirate Crew, and now you think you can just leave? It's not that easy. Our treasures aren't something you can covet so casually."
Gongsun Long fumed, "We chose to retreat as a courtesy to you! What more do you want?"
Ye Yu stated bluntly, "If you want to leave, hand over half of your treasures."
At these words, their faces instantly turned grim, filled with rage.
"How audacious!"
"This is too much! Do you really think we're pushovers?"
"We've already exchanged our treasures. Even if we had any left, we wouldn't give them to you! Stop dreaming!"
Ye Yu replied, "I don't believe you've run out of treasures. If you don't have any, you can leave your pirate ships as a substitute."
"Impossible!"
Gongsun Long gnashed his teeth, "We've already lost face by choosing to retreat. If we hand over all our treasures or ships, wouldn't we be the laughingstock of the world? How could we survive on the seas after that?"
"Stop dreaming! It's best to let us leave. If you insist on blocking us, then our seven pirate crews will unite and fight your Dominant Feather Pirate Crew!"
At this moment, the smaller pirate crews whispered among themselves, equally surprised.
"I didn't expect we'd actually stop them."
"Surely they won't drag us into this, making us face off against these seven pirate crews together?"
"Although the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew is formidable, we're not. Joining them in such a battle would surely result in many casualties."
"What should we do? I don't want to fight."
...
At this moment, Ye Yu spoke up, dispelling their concerns.
"Don't worry, dealing with these seven pirate crews won't require your involvement."
This relieved them, but also shocked them—the Dominant Feather Pirate Crew intended to take on these seven crews alone.
Yi Ren cautioned, "Ye Yu, because of your arrival, our treasures weren't plundered by those people. We owe you our thanks, so I must remind you, it's best to let them go. These seven pirate crews are also formidable, with an alliance of nearly a hundred thousand. Although the lower-ranking crew members aren't here now, if you're defeated and can't unleash your Conqueror's Haki, their lower-ranking crew will arrive by ship. So, it's best not to engage them in battle."
"Yes, let them go."
Ye Yu shook his head, "We can't let them go without leaving some interest."
Wang Xiao sneered, "Compensating you is even more impossible. Then let's fight!"
Ye Yu drew his Black Blade Night and said to Xia Ling, Zhao Yan'er, Sun Long, and Zhou Xing behind him:
"They think their alliance can match us. Let's make the five of us show them the truth first."
Sun Long was excited, having been eager for this.
"Yes, Captain!"
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