One Piece: Obtaining the Black Dragon King Fruit at the Start

Chapter 161 Declaring War on the Whole World

Faced with Minos's blatant provocation, Beckman, unable to contain himself any longer, steadily stepped out from behind Shanks.

His gaze was piercing as he stared intently at Minos, then he spoke slowly, his voice low and solemn: "Minos, stop with your empty words."

"I still remember when we were fighting the Shadow King, he made some outrageous remarks..."

At this point, Beckman paused intentionally, his gaze lingering briefly on Cheng Xiaoyu before returning to Minos. He said, word by word, "You attempt to rule the entire New World. The Four Emperors, the Marine Headquarters, the World Government, and even the Revolutionary Army are all just food to be devoured in your eyes."

"At that time, we couldn't understand the deeper meaning of those words. But now, we understand them completely."

Beckman narrowed his eyes slightly, a cold glint in them: "Your ambition is to turn everyone in the world into shadow soldiers of the Shadow King, isn't it?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Beckman's gaze sharpened, his eyes fixed on Cheng Xiaoyu with an almost tangible intensity, and his tone was chilling: "Shadow King, do you dare say you didn't say those words?"

Beckman's words were like a bombshell, instantly creating a huge uproar at the scene.

The situation that was originally extremely unfavorable to Shanks was completely reversed in just a few words.

Upon hearing this, everyone present was startled, their faces filled with astonishment.

If Beckman's words are true, then Minos and the Shadow King's plan is absolutely terrifying and chilling.

In an instant, the gazes of the thousands of pirates present towards Minos and Cheng Xiaoyu underwent a dramatic change. Their eyes were now filled with scrutiny, fear, and solemnity.

They had originally come only to participate in a great battle, but now they realized that Minos and the Shadow King had to die here, or the consequences would be unimaginable.

After all, it would be a nightmare for anyone to accidentally become a shadow soldier who doesn't want to see others.

Meanwhile, in every corner of the world, everyone watching the live broadcast from the Serbian islands, regardless of their status or wealth, had faces filled with contemplation, doubt, solemnity, and deep fear.

Clearly, Beckman's words successfully turned the tide, forcing Norsmi and Cheng Xiaoyu into a desperate situation.

At the headquarters of the news agency in the New World, Morgans watched the tense scene between the Red-Haired Pirates and Minos and his group on the live Den Den Mushi. A slight smile played on his lips, and a hint of amusement shone in his eyes as he calmly asked, "Minos and Shadow King, how do you plan to deal with this situation?"

"Should we openly admit it, or vehemently deny it?"

As he spoke, he shook his head slightly, a half-smile playing on his lips, and said, "This is certainly an interesting choice!"

The scene then returns to the Serbian islands in the new world.

Beckman looked at the silent Minos and Cheng Xiaoyu, a mocking smile playing on his lips, and said contemptuously, "Could it be that the mighty Shadow King did it but dares not admit it? That would be too boring!"

After saying that, Beckman gave him a disdainful look.

Minos frowned deeply upon seeing this. He truly hadn't expected that Beckman would be able to seize such a crucial loophole, causing the previously one-sided situation to change dramatically in an instant.

Beckman's words undoubtedly planted a seed of doubt in the minds of people around the world.

No matter how Cheng Xiaoyu tries to explain himself, he will inevitably be suspected by others.

Since that's the case, let's just make this storm even fiercer!

Minos's mind raced. He glanced at Beckman first, then slowly shifted his gaze to Cheng Xiaoyu. A slight smile played on his lips as he chuckled and said, "Since we've already been exposed..."

"Then you might as well just make things clear to the world! So that they won't say we're acting in secret."

Cheng Xiaoyu looked at Minos, who was smiling, and a meaningful smile appeared on his lips. He chuckled and said, "Since that's the case, I'll reluctantly repeat it again! So they won't doubt that I don't have the guts."

After speaking, Cheng Xiaoyu first glanced at Beckman and the others, then fixed his gaze steadily on the live Den Den Mushi.

Cheng Xiaoyu's sudden action left many people puzzled.

The crowd whispered amongst themselves, speculating about what the Shadow King was up to.

Meanwhile, the powerful figures in Shanghai were watching intently as Cheng Xiaoyu made his every move through the Den Den Mushi, eager to know what kind of response the Shadow King would give.

Cheng Xiaoyu stared at the live Den Den Mushi in front of him, a carefree smile on his face, and slowly said, "Since you are so curious, then I will simply announce it to the world!"

The moment those words came out of Cheng Yuxiao's mouth, it was as if the whole world instantly fell silent.

The once bustling world has now fallen silent, and everyone's eyes are fixed on the live Den Den Mushi as if drawn by a magnet.

Beckman and the others also stared intently at Cheng Xiaoyu with solemn expressions, their eyes revealing a hint of tension and anticipation.

Minos watched this scene, a faint smile playing on his lips.

He thought to himself, "Do these guys really care about this outcome? I hope they won't be too disappointed in the end."

Under everyone's gaze, Cheng Xiaoyu suddenly raised his voice and shouted, "That's right, all of you are our nourishment!"

Before everyone could recover from their shock, Cheng Xiaoyu roared again, "What bullshit are the original Four Great Pirate Kings, the Navy, the World Government, the Revolutionary Army, and everyone in this world!"

"You are all nourishment for us. Becoming our shadow soldiers is your only true destiny!"

At this point, Cheng Xiaoyu paused, his eyes revealing boundless arrogance and domineering spirit, and roared, word by word, "We declare war on the whole world!"

Upon hearing Xiao Yu's words, Minos threw his head back and burst into laughter, the sound echoing in the air, filled with boundless unrestrained arrogance: "That's right! If you have the guts to come and die, then bring it on!"

"We declare war on the whole world!"

Minos and Cheng Xiaoyu's shocking words instantly stunned the world like a thunderclap.

Everyone was stunned by this crazy declaration and remained speechless for a long time.

This is insane! Absolutely insane! This thought crossed the minds of people all over the world as they watched the incredibly arrogant Minos and Shadow King on the live Den Den Mushi.

They not only claimed they wanted to turn all the people in the world into nourishment, but they also openly declared war on the world. Such crazy behavior is truly unbelievable.

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P.S.: The next chapter will definitely feature a major battle. (⌒▽⌒)