However, he had no way out.
"I've recently learned from Shakky that Rocks seems to be looking for something called Uranus, and he's already made some headway," Rayleigh said seriously to Roger.
Upon hearing the word "Uranus," Roger's expression immediately turned solemn.
Looking at his good friend Rayleigh, Roger suddenly asked, "You'll help me, right?"
"Uh?" Rayleigh was taken aback by Roger's abrupt question but quickly nodded.
Seeing Rayleigh nod without hesitation, Roger burst into laughter.
"Hahaha! That's settled then! But I'm waiting. I'm waiting for Rocks to expose a weakness and then deliver a fatal blow," Roger said firmly, putting his arm around Rayleigh's shoulder.
The determination in his eyes was something Rayleigh had rarely seen.
Seeing Roger like this, Rayleigh smiled.
"I'll always stand by you," Rayleigh said firmly.
The two locked eyes and then smiled at each other.
"Hahahahaha!"
"Hahahahaha!"
Their laughter attracted all the crew members. The crew members looked at the captain and the first - mate, not understanding what was going on.
After laughing for a while, Roger stopped.
"The Rock Pirates are a bunch of loose cannons. It's an organization where everyone has come together just to achieve their own goals. As long as we kill Rocks, everything will be sorted out," Roger said, clenching his fist as he looked at Rayleigh.
"Oh? Aren't you worried about Whitebeard, Shiki, Charlotte Linlin, and the Great Blood - Sword Hero, Charlotte?" Rayleigh asked, looking at Roger.
"These four are currently the most powerful members of the Rock Pirates. Each of them is probably as strong as we are," Rayleigh said gravely.
"Hahaha! No! I'm not worried at all. We've met Whitebeard. He's clearly stated that he wants to leave the Rock Pirates, but he's been torn because of his sense of honor. He won't stop us from killing Rocks, even though he doesn't agree with it.
As for Shiki, we've also met him. He's a very ambitious man and definitely not the kind who can stay under someone for long. When we go after Rocks, Rocks should count himself lucky if Shiki doesn't stab him in the back.
As for Charlotte Linlin, although we haven't met her, I've heard that she's obsessed with having children and wants to build a nation of all races. So, she definitely won't stop us.
Among the four, only the Great Blood - Sword Hero, Charlotte, remains.
Although we haven't met this guy, I've heard that he was forced to join the Rock Pirates by Rocks. I'm sure he'd fully support killing Rocks. Even if he doesn't take action, he'll stay neutral."
Roger shared his analysis.
Looking at Roger's confident demeanor, Rayleigh just smiled.
"So, we're left with Wang Zhi, John, Silver Axe, and the most mysterious captain of the Seventh Division, Kurozome Kugane."
Wang Zhi, John, and Silver Axe are definitely Rocks' trusted confidants. They've been following Rocks since he set sail. However, due to their old age, they can no longer reach their prime strength. So, you can handle these guys.
As for the Kurozome Kugane siblings, I heard that Rocks gave them a position in a division because he needed them to search for something. They're extremely weak and won't pose any real threat to us.
So, we've only had one enemy all along, and that's Rocks. Once we kill Rocks, his underlings in the Rock Pirates will fall apart."
Roger looked at Rayleigh and declared.
His confident tone impressed everyone.
To others, the Rock Pirates, who could even challenge Navy Headquarters, were dismissed by Roger as worthless.
This kind of courage is not something ordinary people have.
"So, when do we make our move?"
Rayleigh said excitedly.
But Roger shook his head.
"It's not the right time yet. What we need to do now is wait! Once Rocks shows signs of weakness, that's when we'll kill him!"
Roger said, exuding Haki, with one hand on the ship's railing.
Hearing this, Rayleigh trusted Roger's decision.
"Let's wait! When the lion shows signs of weakness, it will be surrounded by vultures."
Roger said, looking out at the endless sea.
...
Charlotte was annoyed by the cannon fire on the sea.
This was already the fourth time he'd encountered such attacks.
All of them were from pirates.
Why are there more pirates in the Grand Line than in the New World?
When Charlotte sailed to Fish - Man Island in the New World, he didn't encounter a single pirate.
But after leaving Water 7, he'd come across pirate groups every two or three days.
Moreover, these pirates don't know the meaning of fear. As soon as they spot them, they start firing cannons without even saying hello.
How can they be so unmannered?
Looking at the dozen or so cannonballs, Paul and Isaac rushed forward together, swinging their swords to deflect them.
They couldn't let the cannonballs hit the ship. After all, this was their only vessel. If it was damaged, they'd be left floating in the sea.
Especially in this desolate area.
If they were stranded on a deserted island, they'd have to pray for a passing ship.
Charlotte walked to the ship's railing and looked at the pirate ship.
He saw the cannons on the pirate ship firing non - stop and then glanced at Paul and Isaac, who were out of breath.
Charlotte knew they were approaching their limits.
The pirate group is very cunning. They keep firing cannons without getting closer. Whenever their ship moves forward, the pirates back off. They keep their distance, taking advantage of the fact that they don't have cannons.
"Should I get some cannons ready?"
Charlotte murmured, stroking his chin.
Hearing this, Paul gave his boss a helpless look.
Why does it seem like his boss is being silly?
No, no! How could his boss be silly? He's The Great Blood - Sword Hero!
Paul quickly shook off the thought and focused on deflecting the incoming cannonballs.
"It's time to end this farce!"
Charlotte flexed her wrists and said indifferently.
After hearing Charlotte's words, Isaac and Paul, who were standing next to her, both had their eyes light up.
Could they witness the sword strikes of The Great Blood - Sword Hero once more?
Under the expectant looks of Isaac and Paul, Charlotte's eyes instantly turned sharp.
A powerful qi burst out from her body, making Isaac and Paul, who were standing next to her, have difficulty breathing.
This sense of oppression made both of them look at Charlotte fanatically.
The Great Blood - Sword Hero!
This was the aura of The Great Blood - Sword Hero.
Charlotte watched the cannonballs being fired at them. She reached for the sword at her waist and drew it.
Swish!
The sword left the scabbard, and a sword glow swept towards the pirate crew.
Gazing at the soaring white sword glow, Paul and Isaac both watched the scene with fanatical eyes.
This was the dream of so many swordsmen.