Big Mom's face instantly darkened as she quickly recalled the news she had heard earlier in the Eternal Kingdom.
Those vague clues suddenly became clear at this moment, a flash of anger and realization in her eyes.
"So that's how it is... MAMAMAMA, Ron, you are... a true pirate." Big Mom's voice suddenly rose, carrying suppressed fury.
"You set a trap for me, made me your pawn, and had me attack the Impel Down for you!"
Big Mom's anger erupted like a volcano, the surrounding air trembling under her pressure.
Her fists clenched tightly, and Conqueror's Haki involuntarily burst forth.
The soldiers and pirates around felt a suffocating pressure, some collapsing unconscious on the spot.
Ron felt a headache coming on.
Faced with Big Mom's accusations and Katakuri's sarcasm, he helplessly spread his hands, his tone carrying a mix of resignation and frankness:
"That's not the case. We were always in a cooperative relationship. Besides, you came to the Impel Down on your own—I never forced you."
"Even if you hadn't come, I would have visited eventually—just a bit later. Besides, it's not like you gained nothing from this, right?"
After speaking, he cast a meaningful glance at Katakuri, making his implication clear: 'You've gained quite a bit from this too, and you'll still need to cooperate with me in the future.'
'Even if I used you as a pawn, you'll just have to swallow your pride and bear it!'
Katakuri snorted coldly.
Though dissatisfied with Ron's schemes in his heart, he had to admit that this operation had indeed brought them considerable benefits.
He responded coldly, "The gains are indeed substantial, but having more abilities isn't necessarily better—what matters is suitability."
His tone carried a hint of warning, clearly reminding Ron not to think they could be easily manipulated.
Then, Katakuri turned to Big Mom and gave a slight nod, indicating there was no need to stay any longer.
Big Mom narrowed her eyes, remained silent for a moment, then suddenly began to swell and transform.
Dark dragon scales emerged on her skin, her limbs turned into sharp dragon claws, and in the blink of an eye, she transformed into a massive black dragon that blotted out the sky.
She swooped down, her dragon claws accurately grabbing her children, then soared into the sky under the stunned gazes of everyone.
Her enormous body stirred up a fierce gale, sending soldiers and Pirates stumbling and falling around her.
"MAMAMAMAMA, goodbye, Ron! You're the first to dare scheme against me! Since that's the case, you can clean up this mess yourself—I'm out of here!"
At the same time, Katakuri's body also began to change. White scales covered his entire form, and in an instant, he transformed into a gigantic white dragon.
His dragon claws seized Perospero and Brulee, flames and clouds appeared beneath him, and he shot into the sky right after Big Mom.
His speed was so fast that he vanished in the blink of an eye, leaving only a white afterimage behind.
"Ron, we'll meet again soon."
...
On the battlefield, Everyone was stunned by this sudden turn of events.
The Marines, Pirates, and even those who had just escaped from prison stood frozen in place, staring up at the two Dragons gradually disappearing in the sky, unable to recover for a long time.
Ron stood where he was, looking up at the sky, the corner of his mouth twitching slightly as he shook his head helplessly.
"These guys... they sure run fast..."
His tone carried a bit of resignation, but a flicker of amusement shone in his eyes.
Clearly, he was already well-acquainted with Big Mom's temper.
Just then, Luffy suddenly bounded over, his face full of excitement as he shouted.
"Ron! What was up with those two dragons just now? That old lady and the guy with the scarf can turn into dragons? That's so awesome! Can you turn into a dragon too?"
Ron glanced at Luffy and smiled wryly. "I don't have that kind of ability. That's their enchanted power—not something just anyone can do."
Nami and Robin also walked over, their faces still showing shock.
Nami couldn't help but ask, "Ron, what should we do now? Big Mom and Katakuri have both run off, and the Marines won't let us off easily."
As for Bullett, Redfield, and Crocodile, they had long been dumbfounded, staring blankly in the direction where Big Mom and Katakuri had disappeared, their minds reeling with overwhelming shock.
Their thoughts were in complete disarray—it felt like the sky had fallen!
"What kind of joke is this! Isn't that Kaido's ability? Since when could they turn into dragons?" Bullett muttered under his breath, his tone filled with disbelief.
A complex glint flashed in Redfield's eyes as he murmured, "Could the Fish Fish Fruit, Mythical Zoan have other forms? Black Dragon, White Dragon... What exactly is going on here?"
Crocodile snorted coldly.
Though he maintained a calm exterior, a trace of barely concealed shock shone in his eyes.
"This world is getting crazier and crazier..."
The three of them were filled with doubt, but they also knew now wasn't the time to press for answers.
Because the danger wasn't over.
Although the Big Mom Pirates had left, the Marine's gaze was now firmly locked onto them.
Akainu's face was terrifyingly dark, his fists clenched tightly, magma slowly oozing between his fingers.
He looked up at the sky with a flash of unwillingness and anger in his eyes.
"Damn it, they actually got away!" he cursed under his breath, then turned to Kizaru with a hint of accusation in his tone.
"You just let them escape like that?"
Kizaru remained in his usual lazy demeanor.
He shrugged, his tone relaxed. "Oh my, Sakazuki, you saw it yourself. Those were two dragons, moving so fast. How could I possibly catch up?"
"Besides, the four of us together couldn't capture Big Mom earlier. What's the point of chasing them now?"
"Working for a monthly salary, why risk our lives? Let's just forget it."
Akainu was momentarily speechless, choked by Kizaru's words.
He snorted angrily but couldn't refute them.
Deep down, he knew Kizaru was right, but even so, he still felt a surge of frustration.
...
Meanwhile, The atmosphere on the battlefield grew increasingly tense.
Only the Straw Hat Pirates led by Luffy, along with Ron, Bullett, and the others, remained on the scene.
Both sides were on high alert, weapons drawn, neither speaking first.
A dangerous aura permeated the air.
Finally, Ron broke the silence.
He smiled slightly and said in a light tone, "We really are just passing through. If there's nothing else, we'll be on our way."
Hearing this, Luffy looked at Ron in confusion, scratching his head as he asked.
"You have a way to leave this place? It's all seawater here. How do we go?"
.....