Chapter 021: Gods

Wang Bo nodded in agreement at Kizaru's words. "That's true. Although the second half of the Grand Line is also called the New World, this world clearly deserves to be called the New World even more."

"You're wise, young man."

"So then, did you come to this world intending to bring it under the World Government's control and offer the Celestial Dragons their tribute?"

"Well..." Kizaru didn't answer directly, instead speaking vaguely. "I'm just a Marine. Politics has nothing to do with me. I'm merely following the Fleet Admiral's orders to take a look at this new world."

"The Fleet Admiral's orders? Sengoku?"

"Could you be from our world too, young man?" Kizaru's face wore a smile, but his tone carried a hint of probing.

"What do you think?"

"If not, then you've been to our world."

"I haven't." Wang Bo shook his head.

Kizaru paused, then quickly caught on. "Then you must have met someone from our world?"

"I did meet one."

"Who?"

"Someone named Eustass Kid, I think."

"A Supernova, huh." Kizaru's expression grew more serious, losing some of its frivolity.

Snow White, listening, seemed to understand that Kizaru wasn't from this world either, but much of their conversation was beyond her comprehension.

So she couldn't help asking, "What does 'Supernova' mean?"

Wang Bo wasn't surprised that Snow White could understand his conversation with Kizaru, since the world of One Piece also had English.

Kizaru said with a look of fear, "Supernovas are rookie pirates from our world who have rapidly gained bounties over 100 million berries. They're each more terrifying than the last—vicious and ruthless pirates."

Snow White said, "From your tone, it sounds like you're afraid of them?"

Kizaru paused, then nodded emphatically. "After all, they're vicious Supernovas. Everyone is very scared."

This almost made Wang Bo laugh his head off, and he couldn't help bursting into laughter.

Even Snow White, naive as she was, knew something was off about Kizaru's words.

"Are you lying to me?"

"No, no, not at all." Kizaru waved his hands repeatedly. "Supernovas really are terrifying."

Snow White looked utterly confused.

Wang Bo said, "Snow, let me introduce you. The man sitting beside you, codename Kizaru, is one of the three Marine Admirals, the pinnacle of Marine combat power. His favorite thing is to say the most cowardly words while fighting the fiercest battles. He's known as a super expert who, when the pay is right, can take down an Emperor."

"I'm not, I didn't, don't talk nonsense." Kizaru's face changed, and he quickly denied it. What 'pay is right, take down an Emperor'? How could he not know he was that impressive?

If this got back to the World Government, he'd be in deep trouble.

"And who are the Emperors?" Snow White asked.

"Four super-powerful pirates, each capable of destroying multiple nations on their own. The oldest of the Emperors, Whitebeard, is called the man who can destroy the world. Compared to them, Supernovas are like children who haven't grown up."

Wang Bo said calmly.

Snow White couldn't help gasping. "Destroy the world? Can that really be done?"

"Of course it's true."

"Exaggeration."

Wang Bo and Kizaru said in unison.

Snow White was completely bewildered.

Kizaru blinked and said timidly, "Young man, that's Whitebeard we're talking about—acknowledged by the World Government as having the power to destroy the world."

"Come on, stop exaggerating. Not even ten Whitebeards could destroy the world. What do you think the world is?"

Wang Bo said lightly. He admitted that Whitebeard's Gura Gura no Mi was indeed powerful, capable of destroying a country with ease, but when it came to truly destroying the world—shattering the planet beneath their feet—

even ten Whitebeards couldn't do it.

"Young man, from what you're saying, it seems you look down on Whitebeard. Looks like you're a monster too. Ah, how scary, how scary. This world sure has a lot of monsters—you can run into them anywhere."

Wang Bo nodded and said, "You're right. This world does have quite a few monsters. If the World Government really tries to govern this world, the Celestial Dragons are doomed."

Kizaru paused, then couldn't help stroking his chin. "Young man, you've said something I can't ignore. May I ask why?"

"It's not a big secret. This world has gods."

"Gods?" Kizaru looked astonished.

"That's right. Genuine gods, you know."

"Hey hey, young man, are you serious? Or are you joking with me?"

"Of course I'm serious. This world has gods, and not just one. For example, there's a genuine god in the sea—Poseidon!"

"An Ancient Weapon?" Kizaru's heart tightened.

"No, no, not an Ancient Weapon. The real Poseidon—a god who, in a fit of rage, can create tsunamis that swallow the world. Compared to gods like that, Whitebeard is nothing."

Wang Bo said very calmly. "The Celestial Dragons claim to be descendants of the creators, but everyone knows what they really are. If the World Government truly governs this world, and the Celestial Dragons still call themselves descendants of the creators, they will surely anger the gods. Then, guess what will happen?"

Kizaru couldn't help gulping. It took him a while to come back to his senses and calm down. "Ara ara, it seems I've heard something very terrifying."

He paused, then added, "But who knows if what you're saying is true or false, young man."

"You think I'm lying to you?"

"I didn't say that." Kizaru quickly waved his hands. "I'm just not very familiar with this world."

"Then take your time getting familiar. No rush. You have plenty of time."

"That's true."

"Oh, I forgot to mention something. It seems that Poseidon from this world has already gone to your world. Guess what will happen next?" Wang Bo said with a broad smile.

A bead of sweat involuntarily trickled down Kizaru's face. He turned into a streak of light and vanished instantly. Whether this was true or not, he had to warn the Marines.

Seeing Kizaru flee, Snow White couldn't help asking, "Has Lord Poseidon really gone to their world?"

She never doubted the existence of gods.

After all, her original world also had myths, and many people believed in the existence of God.

"That's right." Wang Bo nodded, then said, "Enough about that world. Let's talk about you—for instance, when do you plan to return to your own world?"