THE STRONGEST CREATURE OF THE BEAST PIRATES

It was the first time in history that such beautiful music had played on the Beast Pirates ship, which was full of powerful figures.

However, Alastor felt that the roar of thunder was missing from this beautiful music.

He walked toward the cage where Enel was imprisoned. The cage was fully enclosed, and only Alastor had the key.

When he opened the mechanism, a gap appeared in the cage, and sunlight streamed in. Enel, sitting on the ground, looked dejected, his expression dull.

How could he not be sluggish? Locked up like an animal, only allowed to see the sun during mealtime, enduring constant inhuman torture for the smallest mistakes—this life was nothing short of hell!

"I am a god!" Enel roared in frustration and anger.

Suddenly, sunlight poured in, and Enel instinctively glared at the source, his eyes filled with hatred. The tall figure that appeared before him was the one responsible for his miserable fate!

Enel had hated Alastor for so long, but he had been forced to suppress this anger in order to avoid further punishment, obeying the man's commands.

Alastor, unfazed by the intense resentment, issued a simple order: "Come here, discharge."

Alastor could easily sense the hatred burning in Enel's heart, but he didn't care. To him, Enel was just a living battery. Once he had outlived his usefulness, there would be no reason for him to remain.

Enel, despite his inner turmoil, obeyed, unleashing a controlled surge of electricity. The voltage was set to around 100 million volts.

He could have cranked it up, trying to burn Alastor to a crisp in revenge, but every time he even thought about it, he would be met with the inevitable response of dozens of Beast Pirates rushing in to stop him. The punishment that followed would be far worse than the current situation.

Fear gripped Enel—this was worse than a nightmare.

[The host is seriously injured, defense +100]

Alastor, satisfied with his quick recovery, ate and drank ravenously, replenishing his energy. After all, the food required for such intense healing was enormous—over ten tons of food would quickly be consumed, leaving the ship's stores almost empty.

Fortunately, the sea outside wasn't as barren as Wano Country. Food was abundant for those who could swim, run, or even fly. However, Alastor found this hunting method inefficient. Sea kings weren't always easy to find, and stopping at islands to catch animals was too much of a hassle.

Given his frequent need for sustenance, Alastor relied on Enel's electric power as a steady energy source. But to ensure he didn't run out of food again, he decided to find an island teeming with massive beasts—something even bigger than the Beast Island he had encountered on his first voyage.

Alastor called over Batman, who handed him the navigation map. After comparing it to their current location, Alastor realized the ship was nearing the Calm Belt, the windless zone.

The Calm Belt?

Alastor instantly thought of the island where Luffy had trained for two years in the original storyline, an island populated by countless beasts.

Excited, Alastor's eyes sparkled with joy. But soon, a worry crossed his mind.

That island, if he wasn't mistaken, was dangerously close to Amazon Lily, the domain of the infamous Pirate Queen, Boa Hancock.

Alastor didn't underestimate Hancock. She was one of only three women in the world with Conqueror's Haki, and her strength was no joke. Her Mero Mero no Mi ability could petrify any man, a power that had once nearly overwhelmed even Blackbeard, who coveted her fruit.

Alastor, despite his usual confidence, wasn't sure if he could withstand the Empress's power, especially since he was a man. He couldn't afford to let his guard down, especially since Boa Hancock was known for her extreme capriciousness.

But after a moment of hesitation, Alastor made up his mind.

She was just another woman, and he'd faced far greater dangers than her. He'd even dared face Whitebeard, so why should he fear Boa Hancock?

"Full speed ahead, into the Calm Belt, and head toward that island."

Alastor issued the order, and the ship accelerated.

Half a day later...

The ship arrived at Beast Island.

Alastor ordered his subordinates to stay on the ship, deciding to go alone. He knew the men he brought with him wouldn't be able to resist the petrifying allure of Boa Hancock. They would likely be turned to stone the moment they laid eyes on her.

It wasn't so much that they would be turned to stone—it was more that Alastor needed his golden ball to remain safe, which couldn't be left unguarded.

"Batman," Alastor instructed, "keep an eye on the direction of Amazon Lily. If you spot any traces of the Kuja Pirates, run immediately. Don't even think about looking at the Pirate Queen. Understood?"

Batman nodded quickly.

As for Enel, he stayed aboard the ship. Alastor didn't want to risk the possibility of Enel using his long-range lightning attacks to harm him from a distance.

For the next several days, Alastor trained and hunted on Beast Island, fueling his constant need for food.

Each day, he would push Enel's physical limits until he was drained and unable to produce any more lightning.

During this time, Alastor's defense skyrocketed, increasing by hundreds of points every single day.

Ten days passed in the blink of an eye.

Enel had withered significantly—his body had lost much of its muscle, his eyes were vacant, his face pale, and he trembled as he struggled to stand.

On the contrary, Alastor was getting stronger and stronger—his muscles were more defined, his presence became heavier, and his depth was impossible to fathom.

"Open the system panel."

[Host: Alastor]

[Age: 20]

[Defense Power: 8000]

Alastor's defense had already reached a terrifying 8,000 points. If internal defenses were counted, he would need an enemy with over 16,000 points to deal him a fatal blow. This was not far from Yamato's 20,000 points of defense!

Alastor couldn't help but laugh heartily, his gaze softening as he looked at Enel.

When Enel saw his expression, he recoiled, his body trembling as he hoarsely begged, "No… please, don't make me discharge again. I really don't have any energy left..."

Alastor sneered, ready to respond, when suddenly Batman flew over in a panic.

"Master Alastor, a red pirate ship is approaching from the direction of Amazon Lily!"

Amazon Lily was a kingdom of women, a royal palace built atop a cliff. The tallest building was the queen's bedroom.

The Empress, Boa Hancock, was an extraordinary woman—tall, well-proportioned, with golden snake-shaped earrings hanging from her ears, and long, jet-black hair cascading down her back. Her striking beauty was enough to captivate anyone who looked upon her.

She wore a purple cheongsam, tight enough to accentuate her full chest and slender waist. The slit of the dress revealed her smooth, crystal-clear thighs, which seemed to beckon to anyone who dared to gaze upon them.

Even the two younger sisters who had served her for years—Sandersonia and Marigold—couldn't help but admire her beauty.

"Sandersonia, Marigold, I'm about to take a bath," Boa Hancock said, and at her command, the two immediately stopped their adoration and became alert. No one was allowed near the palace during the Queen's private time.

The bathing of the Empress was of the utmost importance to Amazon Lily.

As she undressed, revealing skin softer and whiter than milk, Boa Hancock stepped into the hot water, the steam rising around her, shrouding her flawless form. But there was one imperfection on her body—a mark on her back: the hoof of the Celestial Dragon.

As she rested in the bath, her usual cold and unapproachable demeanor faded. Here, in solitude, she allowed herself a moment of vulnerability, though her thoughts lingered on the painful past.

No matter how high her status as queen, no matter how invincible she seemed, she could never erase the humiliation the Celestial Dragons had inflicted upon her. She had been forced into becoming a Warlord of the Sea, not by choice, but out of necessity to protect her island from the World Government.

Her bitterness ran deep. She could never get revenge on the Celestial Dragons, and this lingering wound was a source of her usually prickly, unpredictable behavior.

The bath lasted a long time.

When she finally emerged, refreshed and dressed, Marigold rushed to inform her of a new development.

"My Queen, we've spotted the Beast Pirates near Beast Island, not far from Amazon Lily."

Beast Pirates?

Boa Hancock's eyes flashed coldly as she raised her long, wet hair from her neck, her expression as chilling as her words.

"Another group of men who disgust me. I've heard that the men of the Beast Pirates are especially vile. They're all like animals."

Marigold continued, her voice steady despite the gravity of the news. "The leader is Flying Six of the Beast Pirates. His name is Alastor. My Queen probably hasn't heard yet, but that man has recently made waves by killing Warlord of the Sea Moonlight Moria."

Alastor's killing of Moria had already sent shockwaves through the world over the past ten days, and the seas were abuzz with the news. However, no one was particularly surprised, given his prior victories over powerful foes like Cracker and Whitebeard.

But there was another piece of news that truly stirred the world.

The Straw Hat Pirates had managed to capture Judiciary Island and defeat CP9, drastically speeding up their progress compared to the original timeline.

Boa Hancock's cold gaze intensified.

"So what? If he dares to come here, it's an offense to me. I'll see if he's truly as powerful as they say."

Boa Hancock wasn't one to let any disrespect go unpunished, especially when it came to her territory. Her pride wouldn't allow any man to act recklessly in Amazon Lily, let alone a group of disgusting pirates.

The former queen, Granny Niu, attempted to dissuade her.

"Your Majesty, that is the Beast Pirates—one of the Four Emperors of the New World. You should be cautious and not offend them too much!"

"Silence!" Boa Hancock snapped, kicking Granny Niu aside with a single fluid motion.

The pirate ship set off, and Boa Hancock stood at the bow, her hand on her hip, exuding an aura of superiority. Her long hair fluttered in the wind as she surveyed the sea.

She wore a revealing dress adorned with intricate patterns. The top was short, exposing her navel, while the skirt was secured with only a thin rope around her waist.

As her ship neared Beast Island, the men of the Beast Pirates, who were waiting at the port, couldn't help but stare in awe. Their eyes turned into hearts, and saliva dripped from their mouths.

"This... This is the most beautiful woman in the world, the Pirate Empress Boa Hancock!"

"She's even more beautiful than the rumors say!"

"I want to be her loyal servant, lying at her feet!"

"I want to drink her bathwater..."

"Move aside! She's mine!" another pirate shouted.

Brooke, overcome by the sight, fainted, nosebleed spurting uncontrollably.

"I can't handle this kind of stimulus," he muttered, still unconscious.

Sai, ever the opportunist, leapt up, gesturing wildly. "Where did you get the nosebleeds, skeleton!"

Only Onimaru, who was holding shisui, didn't even look at the Empress. He was lost in his own thoughts.

"Look at you fools!" Alastor's voice rang out, cutting through the air like a knife.

The entire Beast Pirates crew froze, a chill running through their spines. They hadn't even seen the Empress yet, but the mere mention of Alastor's voice sent fear through them, as if they were about to be struck down.

Alastor's presence was more terrifying than the world's most beautiful woman.

Indeed, the most frightening thing in the world wasn't just beauty—it was the power that came with it.

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