The next morning.
The morning sun streamed through the curtains, illuminating every corner of the city, while the morning mist still clung to the earth, veiling everything in an air of mystery.
Beneath this serene facade, the news birds descended like a whirlwind, shattering the tranquility of the dawn.
The sound of their wings echoed through the air as they carried freshly printed newspapers to every corner of the world.
Many people strolled lazily through the streets, sipping their morning coffee or hurrying to work, casually picking up a newspaper and flipping through it absentmindedly.
But the moment their eyes landed on the front page, the relaxed atmosphere shattered.
The earth-shattering headline struck them like a thunderbolt: "Pirates wreak havoc in Mary Geoise! Celestial Dragons slaughtered!"
The words ignited their emotions like flames, their eyes wide with shock and unease.
A young businessman murmured in a pale voice, his coffee cup nearly slipping from his grasp: "This... how is this possible?"
People around him gathered, pointing at the newspaper filled with pictures and text, their discussions gradually escalating into a clamor.
"Look! Gold Lion, Charlotte Linlin, and all those pirates are there!"
An excited reader pointed at the image with a trembling finger, his face filled with disbelief.
The image depicted a scene of raging fire, pirates wielding their weapons with abandon, and fallen guards and despairing Celestial Dragons surrounding them. The picture carried an undeniable impact, as if conveying the tragedy of the moment.
Everywhere, the news spread like ripples, people gathering together, whispering, exclaiming, and questioning.
Some clenched their fists, their eyes flashing with anger and fear; others stood frozen, as if the sudden news had robbed them of their bearings.
The whole world seemed to pause at that moment, their hearts pounding heavily.
Inside a cafe, a young woman frantically dialed a number, her voice trembling: "Hurry! Tell everyone the Navy must prepare, this isn't an ordinary incident!"
Meanwhile, street vendors stopped their work, discussing what the future held, the air thick with unease and fear.
On the newspaper, the striking headline flashed like lightning across the sky, instantly grabbing everyone's attention.
Between the lines were the records of last night's battle, the tragedy and turmoil amidst the flames, the Celestial Dragons' panic and the pirates' recklessness interwoven into a breathtaking scene.
Expressions of shock and disbelief instantly washed over people's faces, some even stopping their work, staring blankly at the newspaper, as if unable to believe the words before them were real.
In the bustling market, the vendors' calls abruptly ceased, and customers gathered together, discussing the contents of the newspaper.
Someone shouted in excitement:
"Unbelievable! They actually dared to attack Mary Geoise!"
"This is no small matter; the Celestial Dragons are not to be trifled with!"
The voices of discussion rose and fell, like a magnificent symphony, playing the tense atmosphere of the world.
And in a bar in a certain corner, regulars savored their drinks while discussing the sudden event with relish.
The bar owner posted the newspaper on the wall, pointing to the headline with an excited expression: "Look at this, this is a historical moment! Could the Celestial Dragons really be overthrown completely?"
Customers raised their glasses, the liquor intermingling in the air, as if celebrating the arrival of a new era.
At the same time, news birds flew through the sky, carrying the news like a flock of messengers, traversing cities, villages, and even venturing into the wilderness.
Whenever a news bird landed and dropped off a newspaper, the people around it gathered as if under a spell.
With the newspaper in hand, excited fingers gently traced the words, and expressions of all kinds converged at that moment.
As the news spread, world opinion was also quietly changing.
New thoughts began to emerge in people's minds, some looking forward to the arrival of change, while others felt extremely uneasy.
Will the Celestial Dragons take action?
How will the Five Elders respond?
These questions rippled through everyone's hearts.
......
On the tranquil Fish-Man Island, light streamed through the azure waters, scattering across the colorful coral reefs, reflecting a dazzling array of light and shadows.
However, at this moment, many fish-men on Fish-Man Island gathered together, discussing the news in the newspaper in low voices, with various expressions and eyes flashing with doubt and shock.
"Admiral Jin An is actually at odds with the World Government! This is truly unbelievable!"
"Is this good or bad for us?"
"Good! Admiral Jin An's departure is definitely a good thing!"
"The World Government was never a good thing to begin with; we have always lived under their oppression!"
"......"
The surrounding fish-men nodded in agreement, pondering the impact of this event on them.
But as the heated discussion continued, another hidden concern also grew in their hearts.
After a moment of silence, another elderly fish-man slowly opened his mouth: "However, Admiral Jin An's actions may invite retaliation from the World Government. Are we ready to face the storm? The world is getting more and more chaotic."
The atmosphere in the air suddenly became heavy, and everyone couldn't help but look at each other, their eyes revealing a hint of unease.
The young fish-men were stunned, realizing the seriousness of the situation, and the smiles on their faces instantly disappeared.
For a time, the sound of discussion gradually died down, and everyone fell into contemplation.
The fish-men looked at each other, each with their own thoughts, the emotions of expectation and fear intertwined, like the tides of the deep sea, wave after wave, difficult to calm.
Every corner of the world was boiling over the Mary Geoise incident, reacting differently, with emotions surging like a tide.
Water Seven.
Merchants gathered together, their eyes flashing with excitement and panic.
"Jin An has betrayed the World Government, what does this mean?"
A businessman in a suit and tie spoke excitedly, the newspaper in his hand trembling slightly.
He looked at his companions, secretly calculating the business opportunities and risks that this event might bring.
Meanwhile, in a secret tavern, pirates cheered and roared, the atmosphere of revelry almost drowning out the entire space.
The pirates raised their glasses, their faces beaming with triumphant smiles: "See, the World Government can no longer be high and mighty! We can finally turn the tables!"
His words sparked a burst of cheers, and the pirates scrambled to raise their glasses, hugging each other, yearning for the freedom and opportunities to come.
"This turmoil will change the world's landscape, but the consequences are likely unpredictable."
"We should support Admiral Jin An; this may be an opportunity to break free from oppression!"
"......"
However, others were worried and spoke in a heavy tone: "Supporting him may mean inviting greater crisis; can we bear the consequences?"
This doubt spread in their hearts, like dark clouds looming.
Whether in fervent celebration or quiet trepidation, the entire world was resonating with this event.
Deep within everyone's heart lay different expectations and fears, seemingly foreshadowing a magnificent transformation, with the future path full of unknown challenges and opportunities.
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