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Chapter 312: The Scorched Earth Destroyed by the Four Emperors

A few days later, outside the waters of O'Hara, a lone naval warship slowly approached.

"Wait, Dr. Vegapunk, that's an island where the Four Emperors live after all. Isn't it a bit too much to just go there..."

The accompanying navy officers tried to dissuade them, their faces full of worry.

What would he do if this person, who was 500 years ahead of human technology and the best scientist in the world, was in danger in O'Hara and the top navy officials came forward to hold him accountable?

"Alright, alright. The life force radar is not completely unresponsive. The Four Emperors who roam the seas will not stop at a worthless scorched earth."

"I'm just going to lay some flowers. It won't take long."

Vegapunk, who was wearing a black suit and had his tongue hanging out, spoke frankly, and the many marine guards looked at each other in bewilderment.

The accompanying guards had no choice but to nod and agree. After the warship docked at the shore of O'Hara, many navy officers were on guard around the island.

Vegapunk walked alone towards the Tree of Omniscience, and as he looked around, he couldn't help but sigh softly.

"To die in pursuit of knowledge and truth is truly in line with your character, Clover..."

Just as Vegapunk was approaching the Tree of Omniscience, two figures as tall as mountains came into view at the edge of the lake not far away, which immediately scared Vegapunk.

"Giant, why is there a giant here?"

Without thinking, he hid behind a mound of earth nearby. Unfortunately, no matter how he tried to cover himself, his head, which was as big as the height of a giant, was of no use.

Suddenly, a breeze blew across my face, and a steady male voice sounded behind me.

"Why did you come to O'Hara, Dr. Vegapunk? But you're still the same!"

The next moment, a breeze formed, and Beijia Punk looked back, the surprise in his eyes turned into amazement.

The man was wearing a dark green coat, with black hair casually draped behind his head and no eyebrows on his face.

"dragon?"

"Except your head, which is getting bigger and bigger."

Vegapunk turned his eyes away and changed the subject.

"It's not important, but why are you here?"

"Nothing, I just have some friendship with Uncle Clover here."

Monkey D. Dragon, the current captain of the Self-Defense Force, looked around at the scorched earth destroyed by the navy, and a feeling of depression rose in his heart.

"So you are the same, but it's no wonder. After all, you are an old naughty boy who has traveled all over the world..."

"But, they actually said that the guy who devoted himself to studying history intended to awaken ancient weapons to destroy the world. It's stupid public opinion manipulation, but there are too many idiots in this world..."

Even though he was talking to the dragon, his eyes still unconsciously looked towards the giant.

"You care about them a lot?"

"The precious knowledge that Clover and countless historians have sworn to protect cannot be taken away by them in such a blatant manner."

Facing the cautious Vegapunk, Long spoke in a soothing tone, but the joy of meeting an old friend was more or less dispersed by the scorched earth.

"It doesn't matter. They came from Elbaf, the country of giants, and they know the value of these books."

"Speaking of which, the captain of these giants is a strange man wrapped in bandages. He said that he would do whatever it takes to keep the treasure that O'Hara has tried so hard to protect."

"Fortunately, it was not discovered by your 'World Government'. Fortunately, that man appeared on O'Hara and announced to the Navy Government that he had taken O'Hara's treasure."

During the dull conversation, the two men unknowingly walked in front of the tombstone named O'Hara and put down the flowers in their hands.

However, before Long could speak again, a clear aroma of wine spread with the wind, and the two men looked up into the distance.

Only then did they realize that a towering tree had somehow appeared on the scorched earth of O'Hara.

In the tree house hanging under the branches, a gentle, handsome man with a soft smile was watching the two people with interest.

"Long time no see, Dr. Vegapunk. The other one looks familiar. I smell the breath of wind from you. Who is Garp to you?"

For a moment, Long stood there in a daze, while Vegapunk shook his head repeatedly and stared at Huayue with a vigilant look on his face.

"Uchiha Kagetsu? Why? There are rumors in the outside world that you destroyed Ohara with your own hands. Why do you stay in this scorched earth?"

"It just so happens that the news I heard before arriving was that the Four Emperors teamed up with O'Hara's researchers to secretly study the historical text in order to awaken ancient weapons."

"I just found out from the burned captain that it was the result of the Navy Government's demon-killing order. What is your purpose, Four Emperors?"

Long looked solemn, took two steps forward and asked loudly.

"Purpose? I just made a deal with Dr. Clover here, using O'Hara's knowledge as a price to protect the legacy of the world's largest library."

After saying that, Huayue smiled. Long was silent for a moment, then aimed at Vegapunk.

"It seems that this Four Emperor is an acquaintance of yours. I was shocked when I heard that you joined the World Government. You clearly rejected the invitation of our Self-Defense Forces..."

Seeing Long's serious expression, Vegapunk snorted coldly, his tone helpless.

"What nonsense! Even if I have my wisdom and technology, what can I create without huge financial resources? What can a poor army like yours provide for me?"

Long felt helpless because of his usual straightforward words, but with Vegapunk's comments, Long became even more furious.

"Besides, there are many sensible people in the navy..."

"I know, but this incident is really intolerable. Just because of a slight questioning of unreasonable things, these scholars who had no power to fight back were slaughtered..."

"Just wait and see, Vegapunk, I'm going to build an army that can fight!"

Clap clap clap!

Applause continued to ring out, and Huayue came to the two of them at some point and threw the blood capsule to Long.

"You have ambition. I admire you. Could you please provide me with some excellent blood samples? Those with devil fruit abilities are preferred. In return..."

Huayue murmured in a low voice, and a hesitation flashed in Long's eyes, but he finally gritted his teeth and nodded.

After all, it takes wealth to build an army. Even if you want to start a revolution, you can't let your troops starve.

On the side, Vegapunk saw this and finally couldn't help but ask the doubts in his heart.

"I don't believe you collected so many bloodline factors of devil fruit users just for research. What is the purpose?"

In response, Huayue smiled without saying anything, took away the dragon bloodline factor, and handed him a map.

"This is Captain John's secret burial site. Most of the Rocks Pirates' wealth is hidden there. How to use it and how to take it away is entirely up to you. It has nothing to do with me."

"As for your question, Vegapunk, I will reveal the answer to this mystery myself decades later. So stay tuned."