Chapter 42: Departure
"Little Hades, you seem to have grown taller again!" On the Perfume Yagara, Shakky looked at Hades on the shore, a strange light flashing in her eyes as she carefully sized him up.
Currently, Hades was wearing only a black jacket, his chest open, revealing his muscular physique.
His purple hair reached his shoulders.
Even after staying on this Beast Island for two years, Hades still carried an innate noble aura.
"Shakky, long time ago!" Hades made no attempt to hide his gaze, letting it sweep over Shakky's important parts.
This made Shakky feel a hint of heat, her body tensing slightly.
"Whether it's little or not, you'll know later!" It seemed Shakky couldn't change her way of addressing him, which Hades strongly disagreed with.
He was waiting for a chance in the future to give her a good lesson, letting her personally experience his powerful 'capital'.
Shakky was still dressed the same way, but her figure seemed even more alluring.
Her lean body had flesh exactly where it should be.
In the past two years, Shakky had also visited several times, wanting to fight Hades and test her Strength.
After all, she hadn't relaxed in improving her Strength either.
However, it was clear that facing the rapidly improving Hades, Shakky was defeated, and the gap grew larger each time.
More often, Shakky was sailing on The Great Sea, plundering Supplies, and accepting missions from the Rocks Pirates.
However, perhaps influenced by Nyx, Shakky's development direction wasn't towards becoming a main combatant of the Rocks Pirates.
Those Monsters were terrifyingly strong, a level she could never hope to reach.
Instead, she began joining the Intelligence Organization controlled by the Rocks Pirates, specializing in intelligence.
Nyx also held a place within the Rocks Pirates' Intelligence Force.
This was a very smart approach.
Hiding in the shadows, standing in an inconspicuous position, allowed her to avoid becoming a thorn in the side of the World Government and the Marines.
It could also bring more help to Hades.
History also proved everything; Shakky was still living well fifty years later.
Although they had only interacted a few times, their relationship also grew closer, especially since Ananke had already left during their last meeting.
Now Hades basically didn't hide his thoughts, and Shakky was very clear about what Hades wanted.
Furthermore, she had no intention of refusing at all; instead, she felt a little anticipation.
The Kuja Tribe of Amazon Lily completely respects Strength.
Each generation's Queen is the one with the greatest Potential and the strongest Strength.
If someone can defeat the Queen, they can replace her.
The concept of the strong preying on the weak and strength is paramount has always been etched into Shakky's blood.
Such people are easily conquered, by men whose Strength is greater than their own.
Compared to Shakky, Hades was exactly such a man.
The current her wasn't as calm, experienced, and focused on Intelligence as she would be in the future.
She still carried strong Kuja Tribe markings, completely different from the person in Hades' impression.
Hades knew that everything would fall into place naturally, as long as he was willing to speak.
But he wasn't in a hurry.
A gentle embrace is a hero's grave.
He was just starting out now, at least until he truly established himself within the Rocks Pirates.
"Then this big sister will wait." Shakky teased as usual, stirring Hades' desire and nerves, as if she was anticipating what Hades might do.
After taking a serious look at Hades and Titan standing behind him, Shakky's expression also turned serious.
"Let me explain the next arrangements. When we approach an Island, I will drop you directly onto The Great Sea and give you a small boat to land on the Island."
"You'll have to travel the rest of the way yourselves. This is an Eternal Pose pointing to Hachinosu."
Saying this, Shakky threw down an Eternal Pose, which Titan firmly caught and then swallowed into his Taotie Space for safekeeping.
"In March, the Rocks Pirates happen to be conducting a recruitment drive. You can use this opportunity to join the Rocks Pirates. This will all depend on yourselves, so others won't say you got in through Connections."
Hades' growth rate made Nyx realize that Hades no longer needed her protection, thus dispelling the idea of protecting Hades within the Rocks Pirates for a few years.
With Hades' Strength, establishing himself within the Rocks Pirates was no longer difficult.
Shakky also wanted to avoid the Nine Snake Pirates' connection with Hades being noticed, which is why she would release Hades and them directly at sea.
"However, I need to make it clear, you will definitely be noticed by the World Government and the Marines by then. They have never given up searching for you, little Hades."
As an Intelligence officer for the Rocks Pirates, Shakky had already noticed some hidden Informants of the Marines and the World Government on various Islands.
It was highly likely they were watching for Hades.
They were waiting for Hades' appearance at any time.
"There will definitely be action by then. You need to be mentally prepared. The Marines are also starting to become active. You might be the first shot to break the peace."
Although she said that, it was just Shakky's kind reminder.
In reality, she had great confidence in Hades' and Titan's Strength.
As long as the Marines didn't dispatch Admiral Level combat power, Hades and Titan wouldn't be in mortal danger.
The most likely scenario was sending the Vice Admiral stationed at a nearby Navy Fortress.
If that were the case, the Marines would suffer a great loss.
She was very clear about how much of a Monster these two in front of her were.
It was just that the friction between the Rocks Pirates and the Marines was gradually increasing, and perhaps one pivot point would completely ignite it.
"That would be great!" Hades said confidently.
"It'll be perfect as a stepping stone." Nothing was more convincing than battle achievements, and that could also help him avoid some trouble during the process of joining the Rocks Pirates.
"Just smash the heads of anyone who gets in the way."
Titan was very domineering, lightly swinging his Weapon, a heavy hammer.
The hammerhead was engraved with a Ferocious Beast opening its massive maw.
He then rested it on his shoulder.
(end of chapter)