Chapter 144 Arrival at Alabasta Kingdom

In the grand meeting hall of the Alabasta Kingdom's palace.

The sound of urgent footsteps suddenly broke the originally peaceful atmosphere.

"Your Majesty, urgent news!"

The urgent cry cut through the air and caught the attention of everyone present.

"The Crocodile Pirates have arrived at the port. Do we need to respond?"

The court servant reported nervously and respectfully. Although his forehead was wet, his eyes were looking directly at the king above him.

King Nefert D. Kobra, who was sitting on the throne, was stunned for a moment, and the pen in his hand slipped onto the table.

His brows were furrowed, and a trace of worry that was difficult to conceal flashed in his tired but determined eyes.

This should have been a peaceful day, but it became unusual because of the arrival of the Crocodile Pirates.

He pondered, pressing his fingers lightly on his temples, trying to suppress the sudden headache.

A deep feeling of tiredness crept into his heart, and he couldn't help but smile bitterly.

He could never understand why this pirate named Crocodile chose the Kingdom of Alabasta as his base.

Their arrival will undoubtedly bring huge fluctuations to the peaceful life of the kingdom.

He took a deep breath and suppressed the fatigue and trouble in his heart.

Not wanting his subjects to see his weakness, he straightened himself up again and regained his dignity and dominance as a king.

"Get ready to go out and meet the pirates you'll be dealing with often from now on."

"I want to see who this Crocodile Pirates is."

The soldier who came in to report couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief when he saw the king make the decision.

He knew that this news might have an impact on the king's decision, but he still decided to add: "According to our observation, there is a navy on that pirate ship."

This information was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing slight ripples.

King Nefert D. Kobra raised his eyebrows slightly, revealing a hint of surprise.

This was new information and an unexpected turn for him.

In his memory, although members of the Seven Warlords of the Sea sometimes came into contact with the navy, it was unheard of for the navy to follow directly beside a pirate ship.

He pondered for a moment, then a gleam flashed in his eyes, as if this new discovery had opened up a new perspective for him. "Then I have to go and see it."

His voice became more determined, filled with curiosity about the unknown.

Kobra's mentality has changed. This is not just an investigation into a pirate group that may threaten his country, but now it has also added an exploration of this unknown situation.

The presence of the navy may mean that the actions of this pirate group are not ordinary plunder or threats, but may have deeper purposes and backgrounds.

The king stood up, ready to face this sudden new situation as a king.

For Nefit D. Kobra, this is the challenge that he, as the king, must face and solve personally.

......

The port of the Kingdom of Alabasta.

The waves gently brushed against the wooden planks of the pier, making a periodic, damp sound, as if it were the sea's own breathing.

In the shadows of the dock, a group of pirates plotted their next move, their bodies shrouded in sunlight.

Their eyes were focused on the two scouts who had just returned.

The scouts shuttled among the people coming and going at the port.

He approached his team quietly, with an imperceptible satisfaction on his face.

They approached their companions step by step, and stopped when they looked at the captain.

Stroking his beard, one of the scouts reported in a hoarse voice:

"We have found a suitable place, not far from here. There are not many people around, and it is easy to get in and out. It is suitable as our base camp."

Crocodile wore a coat on his shoulders that fluttered in the wind.

He looked around at his crew members, all of whom were fully prepared and had now found a foothold on this land.

It's time to settle down.

"it is good."

He nodded, his voice as deep and turbulent as the ocean tide, "Let's set off now. We will assemble at the new base camp."

“The ocean belongs to the brave, and this island is the starting point of our new journey.”

As Crocodile finished his words, a joyful atmosphere enveloped the entire dock.

The pirates followed one after another, like birds flying into the forest, disappearing into the twilight of the harbor to prepare a new home.

Crocodile stood at the bow, silent like a statue.

As the crew members left one after another, the scene in front of him gradually became sparse.

His weather-beaten face looked rough and resolute in the dimming light of the sky.

The precisely carved outline of his mouth slowly formed a proud smile.

His gaze passed through the sailors' disappearing backs and reached the boundless and mysterious sea in the distance.

In his mind, there was already a clear picture, a picture of conquest and glory slowly unfolding.

Crocodile's thoughts flew across time and space. He could imagine that his name, like those legends in history, would be chanted repeatedly by future generations.

He will be a pirate who influences an era, and his deeds will spread like the waves, endlessly to every port, every continent, and every corner of the entire ocean.

He held tightly his golden hook, a symbol of his authority and power.

Crocodile raised his head, and the whistling of the wind with particles in his nose resonated with his mood.

At this moment, he is the storm that is about to sweep across the sea. The port is just the starting point, and the world will surrender at his feet.

Crocodile was immersed in his reverie of the boundless glory of the future. He passed through the fog of the future and saw the legendary image of himself.

A frivolous voice broke his meditation.

"Hurry up."

Jin An was the first to get off the pirate ship.

"After fighting you, I have things to do."

After hearing this, Crocodile slowly turned around and rolled his eyes at Jin An.

His actions were full of joking, mocking Jin An's inappropriate behavior:

"A guy who ruined the atmosphere."

Then, a sly light flashed in Crocodile's eyes, and he sneered,

"Since you want to fail so much, I will satisfy you."

As he spoke, he followed Jin An and headed towards the interior of the island.

Jin'an smiled, obviously not caring about Crocodile's words. He just walked forward on his own.

"Let's go, most of this island is covered in desert."