Chapter 20: Chapter 20 : Reactions
At that very moment, with Moria incapacitated…
The entire world!
Everyone was in sheer disbelief!
All eyes were fixed upon the spectacle unfolding in the skies. It was inconceivable.
They simply couldn't fathom it. One of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, Gecko Moria, had been utterly defeated.
Indeed, Moria, who had struck terror into the hearts of all who sailed the seas, had been vanquished by none other than the Straw Hat Pirates led by Luffy!
In this moment, whether they were pirates, members of the Navy, revolutionaries, or countless spectators from various walks of life, they were all left dumbstruck!
Even individuals like Garp, Ace, Whitebeard, and others who had previously predicted Luffy's victory were now equally shocked.
Despite having placed their bets on Luffy, they had secretly harbored doubts due to their awareness of Moria's fearsome reputation and abilities.
Their prior endorsement of Luffy stemmed more from their familial ties and unwavering support than from any realistic expectations of his success.
To witness Luffy's triumphant defeat of Moria, one of the Seven Warlords, was an astonishing turn of events that defied words.
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Meanwhile, amidst the Whitebeard Pirates...
Many captains and crew members, under the leadership of Marco, were deeply flabbergasted.
They found it impossible to accept the fact that Moria had been defeated!
After all, Moria was one of the Seven Warlords, a renowned pirate even among them, the Four Emperors Pirates.
Among the numerous captains present, barring a select few, none would dare to claim they could confidently defeat Moria.
Did this mean that Luffy and his crew possessed the strength to incapacitate half of the captains present within seconds?
Everyone was taken aback!
Could the Straw Hat Pirates truly possess such incredible combat prowess?
Ace, who was Luffy's younger brother, stared at the sky in a daze.
His expression gradually transformed from confusion to sheer elation.
A genuine, heartfelt smile of joy spread across his face, for the person in that image was none other than his own brother.
Whitebeard himself wore an expression of disbelief, his eyes wide open.
He took some time, but eventually, he grinned and spoke slowly, "Ace's brother... you didn't disappoint."
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As for the Revolutionaries...
"This outcome is truly unexpected, isn't it?"
"What a splendid battle! What unwavering determination!"
"The Straw Hat Pirates have earned my respect. I shall remember their name..."
Several key members of the Revolutionary Army gazed at the sky, continually sighing.
The battle's result had exceeded their wildest expectations. Initially, they had anticipated Moria's victory but were now faced with his defeat.
Nonetheless, they harbored no doubts whatsoever.
The Straw Hat Pirates had paid a tremendous price for this victory, not only in terms of their combat prowess but also in terms of their trust and unwavering resolve. This earned the admiration of all who witnessed it.
Sabo looked at the scene, his expression somewhat bewildered.
However, he soon broke into a smile.
"Victory... A splendid outcome."
Although Sabo still couldn't recall the connection between the guy in the straw hat and himself, an inexplicable sense of familiarity made him feel incredibly at ease.
He had made up his mind: in two days, when he had the opportunity, he would visit the Windmill Village.
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Inside his quarters, Dragon, though he had not made an appearance throughout the events, now bore a smile.
No longer did the tension grip his countenance; instead, it was replaced by sheer contentment.
He did not utter a word, not even to himself, yet his normally stern demeanor was now adorned with a smile—a solitary expression that conveyed his inner joy.
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In Windmill Village...
Luffy gazed up at the sky, his face a mix of astonishment and anticipation.
Above all, an indescribable excitement and boundless hope filled his heart.
So, this was what the future held in store for him!
How utterly marvelous...
Unable to contain himself, he embarked upon the wooden fishing ship, ready to embrace the countless unknown adventures that awaited him!
Meanwhile, Dadan's mountain bandits and the villagers of Windmill Village stood on the pier, their faces reflecting a myriad of emotions.
Luffy... had actually won?
He had defeated one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea...
In this moment, it all felt incredibly surreal, as if they were living in a dream.
For ordinary folk like them, the significance of the Seven Warlords was monumental—a symbol of ultimate evil and unparalleled strength, enough to make anyone tremble at the mere mention of their name.
But now...
Had such a formidable figure truly been defeated by this naive boy from their own village?
Could Luffy's future be so extraordinary?
Oh, dear God!
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Elsewhere in the vast sea...
At sea restaurants Baratie, Syrup Village, Orange Town, and naval bases...
Sanji, Usopp, Nami, Zoro, and the other members of the Straw Hat Pirates all stared at the scene in astonishment.
Not only were they stunned by Moria's defeat, but they were also taken aback by the strength of their captain, whom they had yet to meet in person.
It was a revelation that shook them to their very core...
Such a formidable adversary was destined to cross their paths in the future!
Moreover, they had played a significant role in defeating Moria...
If it weren't for the live broadcast, they might not have believed it!
It was beyond their wildest dreams...
Is this truly the path that lay ahead for them?
Were they truly the Straw Hat Pirates who had achieved such a feat?
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At the Navy Headquarters...
The atmosphere was distinctly different from other locations...
Atop the balcony of a grand conference hall, Kizaru, Akainu, and all the Seven Warlords gazed intently at the sky.
Their expressions ran the gamut from surprise to shock, from confusion to utter disbelief.
Among them, three individuals exhibited particularly noteworthy reactions—Garp, Akainu, and Moria.
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