One Piece:Becoming the King of the World from the Rocks Era

As the woman in the fox mask spoke, she quickly pressed a button that activated a self-destruct mechanism, ensuring all intelligence data would be obliterated. This kind of fail-safe is common in intelligence outposts, designed to prevent any information from falling into enemy hands if discovered.

"There's poison gas! Split up!"

The five individuals dashed out of the cave, realizing the surrounding forest was blanketed in a blue mist. They covered their noses and mouths, scattering in five different directions.

As seasoned intelligence operatives, they knew that escaping once compromised was tough, but splitting up provided a slim chance of survival.

As the five emerged and attempted to flee the forest, thirty masked agents stationed around the perimeter moved in on their positions.

The leader, wearing a tiger mask, remained high above, watching the forest below to ensure no one slipped through.

Of the five operatives, four succumbed to the poison, showing signs of weakness, and were quickly captured. However, before being taken, they chose to end their lives.

Trained rigorously, they understood the grim fate that awaited them if captured alive, and suicide was a release from the inevitable torture.

The leader, a woman in a fox mask, wore purple shorts and a short shirt. Her agile figure was evident as she sprinted through the forest. She swallowed a pill that caused her ears to flush red, rendering her immune to the poison.

Freed from the worry of the toxic mist, she displayed incredible speed, evading the six masked men attempting to catch her.

"Everyone, regroup on the western edge of the forest."

Seeing the escapee, the tiger-masked leader ordered the others and led the charge using Moonwalk.

"Damn, it's CP1's Tiger!!"

The woman in the fox mask glanced back at her pursuer, frustration evident, and sprinted towards Solow Island's port.

"Boom!!!!"

"What's that???"

Although Solow Island was small and the forest not far from the port, Li Yuan, stationed there, sensed the commotion with his keen awareness.

"Everyone, pack up and get on the ship right now. Set sail without waiting for me; I'll catch up."

Sensing danger, Li Yuan instructed his crew to leave, ensuring their safety if overwhelmed by adversaries.

"Listen to Senior Brother, hurry and set sail."

Kano grasped the situation's urgency, understanding that staying would only be a hindrance to Li Yuan.

They abandoned some uncollected spoils, boarded the ship, and sailed into the sea.

Li Yuan, uncertain of the impending threat, chose to remain at the port, ready to react.

With the ocean behind him, any immediate danger would prompt him to dive into the sea for escape.

In the water, his capabilities were not only preserved but enhanced, while foes feared the sea.

His confidence allowed him to stay and await developments.

Soon, he spotted a woman in a fox mask racing towards him, pursued by a man in a tiger mask and several masked pursuers.

This scene clearly depicted a scenario of a damsel in distress, suggesting a heroic rescue.

"I am Shaki, an intelligence officer of the Rocks Pirates. Aid me, and I promise rich rewards from both me and the Rocks Pirates!"

The leading woman, Shaki, noticed the absence of ships but saw a tall man with red shoulder-length hair and a sword, waiting at the port.

She sensed no hostility from him, indicating he wasn't aligned with her pursuers.

Taking a bold gamble, Shaki hoped to leverage her identity and the Rocks Pirates' reputation to secure his aid.

It was risky, as refusal could lead the CP agents to view Li Yuan as her accomplice, potentially endangering him post-capture.

Shaki refrained from declaring him as her ally to avoid provoking his anger.

Her gamble was a strategic attempt to involve Li Yuan in her plight.

"Shaki?"

The name sparked Li Yuan's memory of the "racket" tavern, suggesting the woman was indeed the Shaki he recalled.

Her pursuers were clearly World Government CP agents.

It appeared Shaki, an intelligence operative, had been discovered and was now being pursued.

"I can assist her, which could open doors to the Rocks Pirates."

Li Yuan contemplated.

In the current power balance, the Rocks Pirates dominated the New World, and Li Yuan's strength was still developing.

A powerful ally would ensure his growth, shielding him from the Marines' pursuit.

"If you're truly with the Rocks Pirates, I'll help, but if not, don't blame me for what happens afterward!"

Li Yuan stated firmly.

"Rest assured, I'm not deceiving you!"

Shaki replied with relief, grateful for his agreement.

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