One Piece:Becoming the King of the World from the Rocks Era

"Hahaha, I thought you'd ask for something difficult, Li Yuan, but it's just a Devil Fruit, huh? Recently, during one of our adventures, we happened to find a powerful Devil Fruit on an island."

"It's the Zoan type: Dragon-Dragon Fruit, Mythical Zoan, Wind God Pteranodon Form."

"How about it? This Devil Fruit is definitely not inferior to the Mythical Zoan: Titan Ape Form that Barrett consumed. If given to someone with great potential, it could add another top-tier force to your Infinite Pirates."

"This is the most powerful Devil Fruit I've ever come across, and exchanging it for a copy of the Poneglyph is a fair deal. Moreover, I'm only asking for a copy; the original Poneglyph remains with you!"

"I promise not to disclose the information from your Poneglyph. In the future, if others come for it, you can still trade more copies." Roger laughed heartily as he explained his offer.

Though the Roger Pirates didn't use Devil Fruits, it didn't mean they didn't have any. Over years of piracy, they had collected several, including the powerful Mythical Zoan: Wind God Pteranodon Form.

Roger felt the trade was more than fair, if not advantageous, for both parties.

"Oh? I didn't expect you to have such an excellent Devil Fruit. In that case, I agree to the exchange. Bring the Devil Fruit, and I'll have someone fetch a copy of the Poneglyph," Li Yuan replied, eyes lighting up at the mention of the Wind God Pteranodon Form. He had seen it in the Devil Fruit compendium and knew it granted high-speed flight and control over storms, rivaling Barrett's Titan Ape Form.

"Hahaha, Li Yuan, you're getting a great deal! Just a copy of the Poneglyph for a Mythical Zoan Devil Fruit—what a trade!" Roger remarked as Jabba fetched the Devil Fruit from their ship.

"It's just a matter of each getting what they need. You want the Poneglyph for its information, not for the stone itself," Li Yuan replied as Karoo handed him the pre-copied Poneglyph.

After exchanging items, neither Roger nor Li Yuan bothered to verify the authenticity, trusting each other's honor in such a straightforward deal.

"Hahaha, Li Yuan, now that we've traded, we'll be on our way!" Roger said, ready to leave.

"Wait!" Li Yuan wasn't ready to let the Roger Pirates leave just yet.

"What is it? Do you want to host a banquet for us?" Roger inquired with a smile.

"A banquet is a must, but before that, my officers are eager to have a friendly match with the Roger Pirates," Li Yuan said, glancing at his crew, who were itching for a fight.

"Hahaha, if that's the case, then let's have a match!" Roger agreed, understanding that they couldn't leave without a skirmish. He sensed no malice from Li Yuan, only a desire to test strength against the crew that defeated the Navy.

"Great! I've heard the Roger Pirates are all elites. The Infinite Pirates have been looking forward to this! Let's have a match without endangering lives," Li Yuan announced.

"No rules, just no captains. Crews go at it, and then we feast!" Li Yuan declared.

"Hahaha, you all heard him! Let's fight and then feast!" Roger rallied his crew, who eagerly charged forward.

"Roger, you're just enjoying this because you don't have to fight!" Rayleigh remarked, adjusting his glasses.

"Hahaha, Rayleigh, I hear you're the Roger Pirates' first mate. I'll be the Infinite Pirates' first mate someday. Today, I challenge you!" Barrett declared, choosing Rayleigh as his opponent.

"Barrett, the strongest core officer of the Infinite Pirates, already this strong at his age, just like Li Yuan back then. If you want to challenge me, bring it on!" Rayleigh replied seriously, aware of Barrett's growing strength.

"Jabba, I hear you're third in command. I challenge you!" Ashura Doji followed, picking Jabba as his opponent.

"Hahaha, kid, if you want to challenge me, prepare to lose!" Jabba responded, accepting the fight with his axe.

Thus began a fierce battle between the Infinite Pirates and the Roger Pirates on the island, with both crews clashing intensely.

Meanwhile, Li Yuan and Roger sat at a makeshift table, drinking and observing the fight from afar.

The battle raged for three days, with crew members taking breaks to eat and drink before returning to the fray.

"Hey, Li Yuan, your crew is totally cheating, using a relay against Rayleigh and Jabba," Roger remarked as Ashura Doji was replaced by Chinjao against Jabba, and Hermes stepped in after Barrett was defeated by Rayleigh.

"Hahaha, Rayleigh and Jabba can concede, eat their fill, and return to the fight. It's just a word after all," Li Yuan laughed.

"Well, getting Rayleigh and Jabba to concede won't be easy," Roger noted. He knew how prideful they were and that conceding to weaker opponents wasn't their style.

The battle between the Roger Pirates and Infinite Pirates drew the attention of many, curious about the cause of their clash. However, all attempts to spy were thwarted by the Infinite Pirates, who killed anyone daring to intrude, including the News Coo from the World Economy News Paper.

Realizing the Infinite Pirates' resolve, onlookers could only wait for the battle to end.

The fight, not one of life and death, but a contest of strength, lasted half a month. Ultimately, the Roger Pirates, exhausted, conceded, granting victory to the Infinite Pirates.

"Hahaha, that was thrilling! Rayleigh, I look forward to our next bout!" Barrett laughed, patting Rayleigh on the shoulder.

"I'd rather not have another," Rayleigh replied, his face twitching. The relentless relay of battles had become a personal black mark, forcing him to concede.

"Hahaha, Li Yuan, we've eaten and drunk our fill. We're off!" Roger announced after the banquet following their battle.

"Hahaha, you're welcome anytime, Roger. I'll host another grand feast when you return!" Li Yuan replied, in high spirits. The Roger Pirates had been excellent sparring partners for his crew.

Roger wanted to say something about returning but was swiftly escorted by Rayleigh and Jabba, preventing him from speaking further.

They had no desire to return, having faced the Infinite Pirates' relentless tactics. While they fought tirelessly, Roger simply enjoyed the spectacle, eating, drinking, and even napping.

If he weren't their captain, they might have given him a taste of his own medicine!

"Roger, we might soon face the Flying Pirates," Rayleigh warned as they left the Infinite Pirates' territory.

Unlike the non-hostile Infinite Pirates, the Flying Pirates were a real threat. The Flying Pirates had been actively seeking the Roger Pirates, who had been avoiding confrontation.

But after staying with the Infinite Pirates for half a month, the Flying Pirates would surely be aware and ready to intercept them, leading to a potentially deadly battle.

"Hahaha, what's there to fear? If Shiki wants a piece of us, we'll beat him down and show him our strength!" Roger laughed, undeterred by the prospect of another battle.

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