One Piece: Lord of Calamity

Charlotte Oven was furious.

Today was the day of Mama's Tea Party, a day of celebration for the entire kingdom.

And precisely at this time, intruders had arrived!

Those invited to Whole Cake Island by the Charlotte Family were all prominent figures in the New World. If something went wrong now, if they were disgraced in front of them, where would Mama's pride be?

The air around Oven, sixteen years old this year, was twisting. Intense heat emanated from his body.

"Big Brother Oven, it's too hot!"

Beside him, Cracker, a purple-haired youth much shorter than Oven, unconsciously moved away a little.

"Hurry up, Cracker!"

Complained about by his brother, Oven reined in his ability, but the expression on his face remained stern. "Don't let these guys disturb Mama's Tea Party!"

"Of course!"

Young Cracker carried a greatsword that was somewhat too large for him on his shoulder, his face full of unrestrained smiles. "We'll sink them to the bottom of the sea right away—"

"But Big Brother Oven, I've never seen a fleet like this."

Snails. What surged across the sea was a vast array of gigantic snails.

Each one was the size of a small mountain, and each one carried a building on its back.

Cracker had indeed never seen such a fleet before.

"It doesn't matter!"

Oven clenched his right fist. Unconsciously, the high temperature spread again. "No matter what kind of opponent—"

"Oh! Oven! It's been a long time!"

A cheerful voice came from the back of a gradually approaching large snail.

Oven froze, instinctively scrutinizing the young man standing on the snail's head not far away.

He seemed to be about the same age as Cracker.

But, the more he looked, the more familiar he seemed.

"Eh!!!"

The next instant, Oven's stern face suddenly changed dramatically, his eyes and teeth almost popping out, snot flying. "Roa!!"

Roa, whom he hadn't seen in six years!

But, how could it be Roa!

"Old friend, have you come to personally welcome me?"

The snail drew closer, and Oven could now see Roa's current appearance more clearly.

Compared to six years ago, the baby fat had receded from his face; the cute boy had become a handsome youth, only his smile was still as it was then.

"Roa!!"

Oven could no longer maintain his calm tone; his words were now filled with disbelief. "Why are you here in Whole Cake Island?!"

This guy in front of him was not only his brother's childhood best friend, but also a world-renowned great pirate!

The news from the Land of Endless War was that this guy had engaged in a fierce battle with Kaido there!

Not crushed, but a genuine, head-on confrontation!

Although three years younger than him, the thirteen-year-old Roa was already a monster with a 1.5 billion Berry bounty!

An absolute danger!

"Don't be so excited."

Oven's pupils suddenly contracted. A black shadow instantly swept to his blind spot, and a hand patted his shoulder.

His neck turned stiffly, like an unlubricated gear, and Oven saw Roa already standing beside him. "My dearest Aunt Linlin is holding a tea party, of course I have to join the fun."

Couldn't react at all! This guy! Is he really only thirteen years old?

Even back when they were in the Rocks Pirates, Roa had made Oven feel incredibly frustrated.

But now, six years later, has this gap actually widened?

"I brought a gift for Aunt Linlin,"

Roa said with a grin. "Let's go, take me to see some old friends."

"..."

Oven's back was drenched in sweat.

If he refused now, would his head still remain on his neck?

While Oven was paralyzed with fear, his younger brother Cracker beside him became completely exhilarated, pointing his greatsword directly at Roa. "Good, good, good! You've come at just the right time!"

"Oh?"

Roa turned his head, scrutinizing Cracker, who was visibly taller than him. Damn it, why are people in this world all so tall! It makes me feel a bit like I have to look up... wait, I do have to look up, don't I?

"Isn't this Cracker? It's been six years, and it's like it's been six years."

"What nonsense are you talking about!"

Cracker was quite agitated. "They say you're a monster comparable to Mama and Kaido, but I don't believe it! Make your move! Let me see what you're made of!"

"Cracker!"

Oven's expression suddenly changed dramatically.

This brat, his mind's gone haywire!

"You're quite playful, wanting to play together the moment we meet. I just said I was going to visit Aunt Linlin,"

Roa nodded. "But never mind, I'll indulge you."

Oven's heart suddenly leaped, and he was about to stop him. "Wait! Roa!"

The next moment, black lightning leaped across Cracker's body.

"Waaahhh!!"

Cracker instantly became a rolling rat, whimpering a few times before directly passing out.

"It's good to be young,"

Roa sighed. "They fall asleep so quickly."

Conqueror's Haki!

Oven gritted his teeth.

And it was Conqueror's Haki that could cause physical damage!

"Oven, what are you standing around for? Let's go, take me to visit Aunt Linlin. Don't tell her yet, I'm going to give her a surprise."

Later, in the center of Whole Cake Island, directly in front of the castle where Queen Charlotte Linlin resided, the former plaza now had a temporary, giant cake-like platform built on it. Above this platform was the venue for this tea party.

At this time, the tea party had officially begun.

The brothers and sisters of the Charlotte Family had all gathered.

However, the main figures of this tea party were the prominent figures from the New World.

Charlotte Linlin personally entertained them, chatting happily with everyone, and in just a few sentences, several collaborations had already been finalized.

Roa's dearest Aunt Linlin was currently beaming with pride.

She also wanted to expand her influence like that bastard Golden Lion, but pirates in the New World, rather than joining her, were naturally more inclined to join Golden Lion.

So she simply found another way, to attract these individuals who were ignored but actually possessed considerable power.

Just then, the family's second son, Charlotte Linlin's most trusted right-hand man, Katakuri, approached his mother and lowered his voice. "Mama, Oven and Cracker still haven't reported back. Something might have happened. I'll go check."

Charlotte Linlin's smiling face stiffened slightly, then she calmly nodded as if nothing was wrong. "Go."

Katakuri turned and left without hesitation.

"Linlin, is something wrong?"

Stussy asked, smiling knowingly.

Counting the time, Roa should be here by now.

"Nothing,"

Charlotte Linlin said casually. "Just having Katakuri go hurry up the dishes."

"Is that so?"

Stussy chuckled softly, covering her mouth. "Then I'm really looking forward to it, to what delicious dishes there are."

Charlotte Linlin smiled, but there was a hint of coldness in her eyes.

To cause trouble at this time—seeking death!

It's decided. I'll drain those bastards' lifespans in one go, and make them die in despair!

Katakuri hurried down from the high platform.

Oven and Cracker must have encountered trouble.

Otherwise, whether they had won or were in a stalemate, their communication surely would have arrived by now.

Thinking of this, Katakuri was quite anxious.

He absolutely couldn't let the tragedy of Brulee six years ago repeat itself!

"Oh! Isn't this my best brother, Katakuri?"

A familiar yet unfamiliar voice came from ahead. "Are you so eager to greet me?"

Katakuri froze.

He stared up in a daze, looking at the young man walking towards him.

He looked very intently, almost as if trying to discern every hair on the newcomer's face.

Then, a brilliant smile suddenly bloomed on Katakuri's fierce face.

Without any hesitation, Katakuri swung his trident. "Roa! Are you ready? It's time to impress you!"

"You're joining in too?"

Roa said exasperatedly. "I thought there'd be at least a long-awaited hug!"

The next moment, Katakuri embraced him without hesitation.

"Hahahaha! It's so good to know you're still alive and kicking, Roa!"

Roa was lifted entirely, like a large doll.

Damn it!

Being tall doesn't make you great!

However.

"Long time no see, my friend."

A moment later.

The venue.

Charlotte Linlin was internally agitated, yet chatting and laughing with her guests.

That brat Katakuri shouldn't have any problems, right?

Spurred on by Roa, that kid had never stopped striving to become stronger over the years. He was her most trusted son.

"Mama!"

An excited voice rang out.

Charlotte Linlin instinctively looked up.

She saw Katakuri excitedly returning.

So fast?

Then she heard Katakuri say, "Roa's here."

The fewer the words, the bigger the bombshell.

Hmm?

Charlotte Linlin froze completely, instinctively looking behind Katakuri.

Then she saw the handsome youth waving at her. "Yo, Aunt Linlin, long time no see!"

"...Roa?"

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