Chapter 549

Latest website: Any kind of great change is often accompanied by sacrifice.

Everyone understands this.

But the dragon's intention to speak on this occasion and at this time is quite obvious.

This is a reminder to Maud—

To be great, some sacrifices are necessary.

Maud looked up at the dragon.

The dragon also looked at Maud.

Each other's eyes are intertwined in the air.

The same calm, the same depth.

But in front of their own knowledge, there are some things that can't be hidden.

Maud saw that the leader of the revolutionary army, who held high the banner of freedom, equality, and equal treatment, made the iron and blood decision he deserved.

After all, change is only one step away.

For the revolutionary army, all the efforts so far are aimed at this moment.

Therefore, even if it is a dragon who has stuck to the concept and has been going all the way to this day, at this time, he will resolutely abandon his kindness, and then make the most correct choice according to the situation.

Yes.

In order to seize the only chance, Long decided to abandon the group of partners who were about to be publicly executed by the world government.

Under this premise, Long hoped that Maud would make the same right decision.

To remind, I just want to see Maud's reaction.

The dragon gazed into Maud's eyes, and in the depths he discerned a peace of mind like still water.

This surprised Long a little.

Even without Sabo's claims, Long knew that Maud was someone who could do anything for the important people around him.

In order to save Rayleigh, he invaded the kingdoms ruled by the pirates, and finally destroyed Charlotte Lingling's cake castle.

In order to save Jabba, he invaded the ghost island of the Beast Pirates, and killed tens of thousands of elite soldiers of the Beast Pirates.

In the end, the entire ghost island was taken away.

In order to save Sol, he gathered all the troops to declare war on the Navy Headquarters, which eventually caused heavy losses to the Navy Headquarters, and destroyed important buildings and facilities such as Advance City and Judicial Island.

These major events that once shocked the world also clearly demonstrated Maud's conduct in the world.

All the pirates in the new world want to be under the command of Maud, not only because of Maud's fame and strength, but also because of Maud's style of behavior that is willing to sacrifice everything for the people around him.

Now.

The younger brother was taken as a hostage by the World Government, Maud should not be so calm...

Long was surprised and puzzled.

But this is what he wants to see.

This action is very important, and no change will be tolerated.

Maud and Dragon looked at each other calmly.

Fujitora and Aokiji looked at them both silently.

In the spacious banquet hall, there is only the constant ringing of phone bugs.

Long's eyes moved slowly and landed on the phone bug on the table in front of Maud.

From his standpoint, he did not want Maud to take over.

Maud was also considering whether to pick up the five old stars now.

Even if he decides to take it now, it will only be perfunctory in the end.

Ke Long's intentional reminder made Maud make an immediate decision.

pat.

Maud reached for the handset and connected the call.

Long looked at Maud's actions, his face hidden under the brim of his hat showed no signs of turbulence.

Fujitora and Aokiji also looked at the phone bug.

The eyes of the four world's top powerhouses in the arena all fell on the phone bug.

Even if those eyes were not rendered imposing, the phone bug felt a mountain of pressure, so nervous that he even forgot to synchronize the appearance of the caller.

Ordinary phone bugs have endured a heavy burden that life should not bear.

Maud held up the microphone and did not speak first, but stared at the phone bug like a torch.

"Baka. D. Maud."

The phone bug opened its mouth and let out an old voice.

Maud is not familiar with the Five Old Stars, and it is difficult to judge which Five Old Stars are in charge of the call by the voice.

But that kind of thing doesn't matter.

"What do you think?"

Maud stared at the phone bug.

Although he knew that the Five Old Stars wanted him to go to the Holy Land alone, he still asked the same question as last time.

The other side of the phone bug was silent for about two or three seconds.

Subsequently.

Another voice came from the phone bug: "It's still a while before the public execution, we'll give you a chance to be with your brother."

As soon as the voice fell, another voice continued:

"You can only come alone, otherwise..."

The words are not finished, but the threat is full.

The five old stars, who are high in power and have seen heroes from all walks of life, know very well that with a man like Maud, there is no need to talk nonsense.

Therefore, in just two sentences, it can be described as straightforward and rude.

This is a Hongmen banquet placed on the table.

Maud stared blankly at the phone bug, but his eyes were sharp, and his eyes seemed to overflow.

Fujitora tilted his head slightly, and the indifferent color circled around the arena.

Aokiji frowned slightly, looked away from the phone bug, and looked at Maud.

The time of choice has come...

Facing the Hongmen Banquet presented by the Five Old Stars.

What will the captain of his own choose?

Is it for the sake of relatives, or is it to take the army directly to the Holy Land?

Looking at Maud's previous style, Aokiji has actually guessed the answer.

Otherwise he would not be worried.

The dragon looked at Maud calmly, and was also waiting for Maud's choice.

The banquet hall was suddenly quiet enough to hear the needle falling.

Maud stared into the phone bug's eyes.

After a while, he responded to Wu Laoxing's words in a tone that did not contain any emotion.

"Okay, I'll go."

"..."

Hearing Maud's words, the phone bug was silent, and a pair of big eyes stared straight at Maud.

As if the five old stars on the other end of the call could see Maud.

They are quite sure about the Hongmen banquet that they put on this time.

Because in their eyes, Maud himself is the kind of man who will do anything for his relatives and companions.

It's just that they didn't expect Maud to be so straightforward, without even mentioning any conditions.

When Fujitora heard Maud's answer, his brows wrinkled without a trace.

Aokiji looked at Maud and sighed in his heart.

Long still had a calm expression on his face, and did not show his emotions.

In fact, he was disappointed by Maud's choice.

The phone bug was silent for about ten seconds before the voice of the Five Old Stars came out.

"Very well, you made a wise decision."

"Because it's you, we will personally bring Moyou to you."

"Finally, we need to remind you."

"Time waits for no one."

The voices of the five old stars came out one after another.

Then, without giving Maud a chance to respond, he hung up the phone.

Judging from their reactions and words, it is obvious that they are sure that Maud will personally take risks for his younger brother.

"Ah."

Looking at the phone bug that was hastily hung up, Maud spread his hands and said, "Why do you have a sense of sight and run away after you've said harsh words?"

Speaking, Maud turned his head to look at Qingzhi, and said with a relaxed tone:

"Kuzan, you have been a general for so many years, you should have been in contact with the five old stars many times, so these old guys are really five old stars, right?"

"Ah la la."

Qingzhi raised his finger and scratched his cheek, and smiled bitterly: "Captain, you are still in the mood to joke..."

"Don't be so serious, this matter... it's not as serious as you think."

Maud covered the microphone, squinted his eyes and said, "Originally, I thought the Five Old Stars would make an excessive request for me to wear Hailoushi handcuffs, but now it seems that they are very measured."

"Do you really want to go?"

Aokiji stared at Maud.

Maud slowly put away his smile, his eyes cold.

"Must go."

When he spoke, he was sharp-edged.

The amazing aura is real.

Both Fujitora and Ryuu’s heart froze slightly.

Persuaded with the heart, but at this moment, the idea was withdrawn.

They knew that Maud had made up his mind, and no amount of persuasion could change the outcome.

"You messed up the plan, Maud."

The dragon's expression was always as calm as water, but when he spoke, he deliberately released a trace of dissatisfaction.

Maud looked at the dragon and said plainly:

"Plans are meant to be disrupted."

"..."

........

The Revolutionary Army called back elite soldiers from all over the world.

Since the Holy Land is at the top of the red soil continent, the firepower equipped by each ship is meaningless.

The point is still people.

And can only be elite soldiers.

So Long carefully selected 20,000 people.

Everyone is the best of the best and well-armed.

On Maud's side, in addition to the Nine Snake Pirates, there are nearly 5,000 New World Pirates who have come to seek refuge in the near future.

In order to let the murlocs deploy their troops, after properly placing the revolutionary army, Maud went to the Dragon Palace on the murloc island to visit Neptune alone.

In the face of Maud's request.

Neptune agreed without hesitation.

He couldn't find a reason to refuse, but there were countless reasons to assist Maud.

Besides—

According to Maud's request, the murloc warriors do not need to go to the red continent, but only need to fight near the red port.

Compared with the main force who are going to invade the Holy Land, the risks that the murloc warriors need to bear are too low.

"Mr. Maud, I heard... you are going to the Holy Land alone?"

After agreeing to Maud's request, Nepton asked cautiously.

Maud looked at Nepton, raised his eyebrows and said, "You are quite well informed, yes, I do go to the Holy Land."

"It's irrational."

Neptune has a very deep understanding of the wickedness of human beings.

He didn't think Maud's trip would change anything.

"I know."

Maud nodded slowly.

"But I have a reason to go."

"..."

Neptune was silent for a moment, then sighed.

Having had a similar experience, he empathized with Maud's current situation.

If it were him, even though he knew it was irrational, he would make the same decision.

"Lord Maud..."

The voice of Bai Xing suddenly came from behind the palace screen.

Her huge body moved out from behind the screen little by little, and there was a deep worry in her azure blue eyes like gems.

"Princess White Star."

Maud looked at Bai Xing and smiled: "Don't worry about me."

"Then I... want, want to help you."

Bai Xing lowered his head and bit his lip.

She wanted to do something for Maud, but she knew she couldn't help Maud at all.

"thanks."

Maud smiled and thanked, but said nothing of helping.

If White Star wakes up...

Then he will not hesitate to let Bai Xing participate in this war, and is responsible for dispatching the Sea Kings to block the Navy's support route.

But Shirahoshi didn't wake up.

Now she is not as good as a murloc warrior.

Not to mention that the effect is zero, if it is captured, it will be troublesome.

After rejecting Bai Xing's desire to help, Maud changed the subject and told Bai Xing some interesting stories.

In this way, he stayed in the Dragon Palace until late at night before saying goodbye to Shirahoshi and Neptune.

Back at the top island, Maud pushed open the castle gate.

Before entering, they saw everyone led by Sunny waiting in the hall for a long time.

Maud was slightly startled, and immediately guessed the reason why Sunny and the others were waiting for him here.

"Captain, you can't go to the Holy Land alone, even if you have to go, at least take me with you!"

"I also need to go!!!"

"Concubine..."

"Boss, take me with you!"

"Don't interrupt your concubine, you rude person!"

"Empress, this is our pirate group's business, it has nothing to do with you, right?"

"If you want to die... a concubine will fulfill you."

"Hey, don't fight here!!!"

"Is Shiliu wrong? Empress Hancock, you are not a member of the Maud Pirates. Go, don't join in the fun."

"Huh huh..."

After everyone saw Maud, you said a sentence to me, and there was a quarrel in an instant.

Hancock's words were interrupted by Jim unintentionally, and he suddenly became angry.

But Jim ignored Hancock and waited for Maud's answer.

Instead, Shiliu stabbed Hancock, causing Hancock to go into a frenzy.

Others hurried to stop it, preventing the dispute from intensifying.

But Sunny's casual remark, coupled with Perona's incitement, the whole situation escalated directly.

Hancock didn't like that Sunny and Maud were very close to each other, and Sunny also hated Hancock's words and deeds sticking to Maud like dog skin plaster.

The hostility between the two sides broke out at this moment.

The entire hall suddenly fell into chaos.

Maud smiled helplessly, very simply flashing.

There was a lot of noise this night.

Maud ignored it and went straight to bed.

The next morning.

Maud opened his eyes.

The people who fought all night last night were all around the bed at this moment, looking at him with anticipation in their eyes.

Maud only felt a headache.

He looked around at his companions, and immediately said in a serious tone: "This is something I have already decided, so you should stop with enough..."

"..."

Everyone saw Maud's attitude and could only stop talking.

Time passes day by day.

After the World Government released the news of the public execution, all eyes from all over the world came together.

During this period, in order to deal with various emergencies, the alert level of the Holy Land was pulled to the highest point.

Heavily armed soldiers can be seen everywhere in the renovated town.

sky, ground.

Everywhere, down to the ground.

All are within the alert range of the Holy Land.

The monitoring team sent out is operating 24 hours a day.

this day.

Sunny and cloudless.