Chapter 74: The Tide Turns — Imprisoned in Impel Down?!
Year 1520 of the Sea Circle Calendar
The Summit War of Marineford was officially etched into history.
Marine Headquarters: nearly obliterated. The symbol of "Justice" suffered catastrophic losses and became the laughingstock of the seas.
After the war, Admiral Akainu strongly advocated moving HQ to the New World's G-1 base, vowing absolute revenge.
As details of the war spread, the name Douglas D. Rok thundered across the oceans.
The untouchable image of the Celestial Dragons — shattered by Rok's hands — quietly birthed a storm that would soon upend the entire world.
Holy Land Mary Geoise — Pangea Castle The Five Elders' Council Chamber
"The next Fleet Admiral should be Sakazuki. Compared to Aokiji, Akainu is far more… useful."
The five highest authorities of the World Government were deciding the Marines' new leader.
Though Sengoku had repeatedly recommended Aokiji before resigning, to the Elders, only the believer in Absolute Justice — Akainu — was the perfect attack dog.
The seas were growing restless. The Marines had failed. It was time for a ruthless new Fleet Admiral.
"Report, my lords — excellent news!"
A white-robed CP-0 burst in.
"Lady Saint Shalria, leading the CP-0 Vice-Chief and others, successfully intercepted the exhausted criminal Douglas D. Rok near Judicial Island. He has been imprisoned on Level 6 of Impel Down. Lady Shalria requests this information be sealed for now!"
The Elders froze.
Shalria… captured Rok?!
They knew exactly how terrifying Rok had become.
Yet somehow, that girl actually caught him?!
Well… it made sense.
Even a monster like Rok would be drained after fighting every top-tier in Marineford back-to-back.
Exhaustion, hidden injuries — all possible.
Still, Shalria's timing and ability were impressive.
"Looks like Shalria has truly awakened. Charlos and Rosward didn't die in vain."
Topman Warcury sighed with satisfaction.
Since Sabaody, Shalria had grown at an astonishing rate.
Even that person had taken notice.
"Yes, the girl's become sharp."
"If we announce Rok's capture now, Whitebeard and the others might come storming back."
"Per the Lord's orders, we cannot move openly for a while."
"So keep Rok locked up. After the World Military Draft is complete, execute him publicly. Let the world remember: Touch a Celestial Dragon — and pay with your life."
"Agreed. Summon Shalria back to the Holy Land. It's time she meets Him."
The Five Elders made their decision.
They had no idea — every single move was dancing in Rok's palm.
Great Route — Impel Down, the Underwater Great Prison
After the chaos caused by Straw Hat Luffy and Blackbeard, Impel Down had undergone massive changes.
Because of Blackbeard's jailbreak, countless Level 6 monsters escaped — the greatest humiliation in prison history.
Director Magellan took responsibility and was demoted to Vice-Director.
Hannyabal became the new Director.
Shiryu's betrayal promoted Domino to Chief Warden — officially the prison's No. 2.
And the moment Rok was thrown into Level 6…
he instantly became the prison's most treasured guest.
Vice-Director Magellan, wrapped head-to-toe in bandages from his injuries, personally delivered mountains of gourmet food to Rok's cell.
"Behave, Rok. As long as you stay put, I'll treat you well."
"Consider it thanks for killing Blackbeard and Shiryu."
"Thanks."
Rok — still wearing seastone cuffs — devoured everything without hesitation.
Magellan smirked coldly as he watched.
Every dish was laced with his personal ultra-potent poison.
Not lethal… but enough to paralyze a Yonko for days.
Just insurance.
Rumor said Rok fought all three Admirals and beat Kizaru and Akainu like drums.
Magellan wasn't taking chances.
"Cough… cough… damn it… you poisoned me?!"
Three seconds later, Rok clutched his stomach, face twisted in agony.
"Sorry, just protocol. Stay quiet and you'll be fine."
Magellan walked away, satisfied.
Seastone cuffs + his poison = no escape possible.
He could finally relax a little.
Barrett, Redfield, and others had escaped.
He had reports to write.
"Heh. He really left. Guess he still doesn't see me as a threat."
Rok watched Magellan disappear, then chuckled.
That "deadly" poison?
Less harmful than soda to him.
Poison Immunity wasn't just for show.
Moments later,
the new Chief Warden Domino arrived for inspection.
The second she stepped in front of his cell,
Rok quietly pulled the seastone key from his system space and gripped it in his palm.
"Well, well… Long time no see, Chief Warden Domino."
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