Alabasta.
Yurac Port.
Benedict landed on the island in plain clothes.
However, he appeared as an ordinary person.
"As expected of a descendant of the Nefertari royal family, this place has been managed very prosperously."
"However, a man's wealth is his own ruin."
Benedict looked at the bustling port, with people coming and going, and shouts of joy echoing.
But who was Benedict? His sharp gaze quickly swept around, his Observation Haki sweeping the area. He saw that in the port, there were no less than fifteen hidden sentries.
Each of these sentries possessed the strength of CP9.
However, not all of these people were from the World Government; some belonged to Sir Crocodile.
This meant that it wasn't just Sir Crocodile who was targeting the Ancient Weapon, but also people from the World Government.
From this alone, Benedict began to understand why Cobra sought his help instead of the World Government.
Although the Nefertari royal family had withdrawn from the twenty royal families, their status was still not low. They were also a member nation of the World Government, and still paid the Celestial Gold, so the Kingdom of Alabasta was protected by the World Government.
Unfortunately, the Five Elders were also very interested in the Ancient Weapon 'Pluton'.
Alubarna.
Cobra's brows furrowed slightly, his expression somber.
Crocodile's actions had become increasingly rampant lately.
Many of his subordinates had been assassinated, or impersonated, and innocent people were being slaughtered in public.
They were attempting to tarnish the reputation of the Royal Army, and were also forcing him to constantly appear before the public.
Although his Royal Guard had many skilled individuals, their strength was clearly insufficient in the face of Sir Crocodile.
Therefore, he sought the protection of the World Government.
Unfortunately, he discovered that the World Government would not help him at all; instead, they would be involved.
"Your Majesty, Sir Crocodile took control of the underground forces of Rainbase and Yuba last night."
"Now, they are attempting to incite rebellion, which is very dangerous."
"Your Majesty, I suggest we take immediate action. We cannot let Sir Crocodile continue like this."
Igaram walked in from outside, his expression grave.
Cobra remained silent for a moment, then looked towards the main door.
Before long, Pell flew in from outside.
"Your Majesty."
"The Genbu Navy has responded. Marshal Benedict will personally lead a team to help us quell this internal strife."
Pell said, his breathing slightly rapid.
Due to his Devil Fruit ability and Cobra's trust, Pell had been assigned to personally visit the Genbu Navy and meet Benedict to explain the situation.
However, what Pell did not know was that Benedict had already used the Flying Thunder God Technique and had arrived in Alabasta ahead of him.
Thus, as Pell finished speaking, Benedict's figure also appeared within the kingdom.
"Who!"
As Benedict emerged from the darkness, Igaram's face showed a cold expression, and he prepared for battle.
"Before I tell you, could I trouble His Majesty the King to dismiss everyone for a moment?" Benedict said with a smile as he looked at Cobra.
Cobra did not recognize Benedict, or rather, Benedict's current appearance was nothing like his original one.
Crocodile had a user of the Mimic-Mimic Fruit by his side. This Devil Fruit user had deceived many people and gradually pushed him into opposition with his enemies.
Therefore, he had no way of knowing if the person appearing before him was trustworthy.
Pell and Igaram immediately moved to protect Cobra in the center, preparing to call for reinforcements.
"Your Majesty the King." Benedict smiled, his Conqueror's Haki precisely covering the area.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The Royal Guards collapsed one by one, all unconscious.
However, what concerned Igaram and Pell was that in a corner of the palace, a person was still standing.
"Why is he here?" Pell quickly stepped forward, grabbed the person who had been knocked unconscious by Conqueror's Haki, and said incredulously.
This was the King's room, and one was not allowed to linger in the room without the King's permission.
Cobra looked at the person in disbelief and fell into a brief moment of contemplation.
"It's very simple, because he is one of Sir Crocodile's men."
"Not only him, but there are also his people within your ranks."
Benedict revealed his true form and said with a smile.
"Marshal Benedict?" The three said to Benedict, utterly shocked.
"Impossible, how could you be faster than me?"
"Is it that hard to believe?" Benedict smiled at Pell.
"It only took me a very short time to return from the North Blue to the East Blue."
"Coming here, well, it still took some time."
Benedict's answer left Cobra and the other two in silence.
It seemed that for Benedict, this was truly not a problem.
"Pell, take him away," Cobra said with a solemn expression.
After Pell left, only Cobra and Igaram remained.
Cobra stood up, walked to Benedict, extended his hand, and smiled happily, "Welcome, Marshal Benedict."
Benedict smiled and said, "It is my honor to be invited by King Cobra."
"Of course, I am also very happy to capture Shichibukai like Sir Crocodile."
"After all, their existence threatens the peace of the seas."
Benedict's directness brought a smile to Cobra's face, and they quickly got down to business.
Benedict did not disappoint Cobra either. The two chatted, and soon reached a consensus and agreement.
Rainbase.
In Sir Crocodile's secret underground chamber.
"Boss, the intelligence member from the Royal Palace just sent word that our man has been captured."
"They say our King met someone."
Bonnes looked at his boss with a somber expression.
"Is it someone from the World Government?" Crocodile exhaled smoke and chuckled coldly, "As expected of the Five Elders, they've already set their sights on this place so quickly."
"Can you confirm that they only sent one person?"
Bonnes nodded upon hearing this. "It can be confirmed."
"Our people have not found any other targets in the Royal Palace, nor have they found any special forces or individuals at any of the ports."
Crocodile pondered for a moment and said, "Find that person and capture him."
"I will not allow anyone else to touch what I have my eyes on."
"Not even the Five Elders."
Bonnes stood to the side, silent.
In this matter, all he had to do was obey orders.