Chapter 74: A Way Out (Part 2)
Just as they expected, the mighty army of beasts followed the traces of the two of them.
Fortunately, with the cover of this dense jungle, those flying-type real fighters couldn't exert their air superiority, otherwise the two of them would have no way to escape.
In this kind of rugged forest and mountainous area, Speed's foot strength advantage is particularly obvious. In addition, she has been familiar with many escape routes in advance, so she can always keep a distance from her pursuers by taking advantage of the terrain.
Even so, there are still many super powerful ability users among the pursuers. Their speed is also extremely frightening, and the distance between the two sides is constantly getting closer.
Ayu was hugging Speed's body tightly at this time, and the roaring and tsunami-like sound of pursuit coming from behind made her scalp numb and she did not dare to look back.
At this time, she suddenly asked: "Ma Mei, I remember that you should have been out of my control, right? Why do you still do this for me?"
Ayu is very familiar with her abilities. Although Tuantuan Fruit can tame Zoan ability users, it currently only works on artificial Devil Fruit ability users, and it is only valid for one month.
Speed ran as fast as he answered: "I have always followed other people's orders in Beasts Pirates. No one cares about my thoughts, and I have never really chosen to do something! Until I met someone Master, I feel real freedom!"
"It is really a blessing to be able to make decisions according to my own will! Even if I have to pay a heavy price, I have no regrets!"
Ayu was so moved that she burst into tears and choked with sobs: "Don't call me master anymore. I have always regarded Ma Mei as my good friend!"
At this time, a dangerous aura quickly approached from behind.
It was that group of ability users who were really fighting. They left their troops and caught up first. As soon as the target appeared in sight, bows, arrows, spears, darts and other weapons were immediately thrown out, but they were all blocked by the agile Speed. Dodge.
"Idiots, don't hurt that girl, Master Jin has an order to capture her alive!" Someone immediately started scolding her.
Gradually, the real fighters began to complete the outflank from both sides, and were about to surround the two.
At this time, a roar came from the depths of the jungle, and the next moment two behemoths ran out and attacked those real fighters.
"Komachiyo, Baboon Maru! How could you do this?" Ayu was so anxious that she couldn't stop crying.
Two beasts ran out to stop those monster-like real fights, and the end could be imagined.
And Speed didn't hesitate for a moment, seizing the short opportunity created by the two pets, and quickly ran out of the encirclement.
The impatient real fighters were about to catch up, but they were tightly entangled by the two beasts that were already covered in wounds.
Suddenly, a sharp black shadow flashed, blood splashed everywhere, and the two beasts fell to the ground without making any sound.
Many of the real fighters were stunned for a moment, and then they saw L'Aquila's cold, bloodshot gaze. They were immediately frightened and did not dare to waste another half second, chasing the two of them at full speed in the direction in which they escaped.
The sudden stop of the fighting behind her made Ayu tremble in her heart, but she could do nothing but bury her head deeply and sob.
"Why are you disobedient this time and insist on following me!"
Speed said at this time: "Master, there is no time to be sad now! If you waste a second here, you will be living up to their sacrifice!"
Ayu also tried her best to wipe away the unstoppable tears and forced herself to cheer up.
Speed then asked again: "Master, do you remember the route I told you before?"
Ayu was startled, then nodded and said, "I remember!"
"That's good! Just follow the route I gave you in a moment. When you get out of the jungle, you can see the boat I prepared! If you continue rowing in the direction I told you before, you have a good chance of leaving Wanokuni safely!"
Speed said: "After that, I can't help you, it's all up to the master himself!"
Ayu was stunned and asked anxiously: "Ma Mei, what about yourself?"
Speed grinned with his funny signature horse face and said, "I'll help you lure them away! This has always been my plan!"
Ayu was anxious and was about to say something, but the other party knocked her off the horse and then ran away in the other direction with a scream.
The real fighters who heard the noise immediately turned around and chased after them.
"This is the feeling of freedom!" Speed opened his arms and ran freely into the oncoming wind, showing a heartfelt smile.
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The sound of the pursuing soldiers behind him had completely disappeared.
Ayu bit her lips tightly, the tears overflowing from the corners of her eyes kept drying and moistening, and she used up her little strength to run out of the jungle.
Not daring to cry a single sound, she kept holding her breath and ran out of the jungle. The promised boat finally appeared in front of her eyes.
But she was stunned on the spot, forgetting even her tiredness and sadness for a while.
Because the silver-haired man in black uniform was standing on the shore, staring at her coldly.
The boat had already been broken into two pieces and was floating on the shore.
"You should be glad that you met me. The cruel sea outside is not a place where a little girl like you can survive!"
The man walked towards her slowly.
At this moment, Ayu was stagnant in place, unable to think of running away, and just lowered her head silently.
Tears fell unconsciously, but not for herself.
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The Capital of Flowers, the deepest part of the underground prison.
The little girl wearing a patchwork kimono had a seastone collar around her neck. Her thin body was trembling slightly, her eyes were closed, and she was huddled deep in the cell.
Jhin respectfully said to the people on the side: "This is the brat who instigated many of our bestowers to rebel during the war. Although he has no combat power, he possesses such troublesome abilities!"
While drinking, Kaido squinted at the thin figure and said coldly: "Where is the traitor?"
"Just as I declared back then, I have already executed him with my own hands!" Jhin replied calmly.
He then glanced at the prison and said: "Because Mr. Kaido wanted this brat by name before, I spared her life! So, what are you going to do with her? With all due respect, her existence has a negative impact on our abilities. The Army of Hunters is a potentially huge threat, even shaking the foundation of our combat power!"
After Kaido thought about it, he said: "Provide her with food and water, and treat her if she is sick! In a word, I need her to live, and she can only stay in this cell forever!"
Jin frowned slightly, but soon relaxed it and said respectfully: "I understand, my subordinate!"
If you kill her, the opponent's fruit ability will be reborn again and spread overseas. Maybe it will be used by the enemy. Therefore, lifelong imprisonment is the best way.
Deep in the cell, Ayu had no regard for her future fate, but the tears in the corners of her eyes never disappeared.
Pictures from the past keep popping up in my mind.
"Komachiyo..."
"Baboon pill..."
"Ma Mei, I'm sorry..."