He's in One Piece, but he's also part of the Phantom Troupe.

Chapter 14 White Hunter x Black Cage Tina

"But Mr. Smoker, the records show that Jewelry Bonney is just a child. Are we really going to harm a child like that?"

Behind Smoker, a girl wearing red-rimmed glasses and holding a famous sword couldn't help but whisper, a hint of reluctance flashing in her eyes.

Judging from the military insignia on her shoulders, the girl's rank was Navy Headquarters Petty Officer First Class.

Smoker walked straight off the ship and said irritably:

"A child? You call the owner of the Year-Year Fruit, a dangerous individual with a bounty of 120 million, who can take down hundreds of marines in one go, a child?"

"But that pirate... she's only eight years old."

"Shut up, Tashigi! We'll talk about that later!" Smoker turned his head irritably.

"She's the daughter of that man known as the 'Tyrant.' Otherwise, do you think I would want to lay a hand on her?"

"Moreover, her abilities are far too dangerous; she possesses the power to instantly age or rejuvenate someone..."

"Such a dangerous individual must not be allowed to escape justice!"

"Hehehe—Little Tashigi is right, would Smoker lay a hand on a child?"

A sexy woman with long pink hair, large breasts, and a slender waist stepped off another naval warship, covering her mouth and teasing Smoker.

"Damn it, don't make sarcastic remarks, Tina!"

Tina said not to get angry~

Tina stood beside Smoker.

"Don't forget that Headquarters sent two colonels like you and me here this time not just to arrest Jewelry Bonney."

You and Tashigi need to put away that inappropriate pity. Don't forget, regardless of the opponent's age...

"They...are pirates!"

Tina rolled her eyes dramatically.

"Don't make me clean up your messes anymore!"

Smoker narrowed his eyes; of course he hadn't forgotten.

Several days ago, the naval branch spotted a huge creature in the South China Sea.

It has the shape of a whale, but it is as huge as a small mountain.

It was later confirmed that it was a ship.

Such a large ship is unprecedented, and the technology and power it represents must be controlled by the naval government.

Therefore, Colonels Smoker and Tina from headquarters were dispatched immediately.

They had two tasks:

One is the continuation of the hunt for evil, the child of "Tyrant" Bartholomew Kuma, and the owner of the Year-Year Fruit—Jeally Bonney.

The most important thing... is to find out the clues about that huge ship and figure out who exactly is on board.

If possible... arrest them and reclaim the huge ship.

"It's been three days since the last time the Den Den Mushi (snail phone) monitored the nearby fishermen and spotted the ship. It was heading straight for this island, but we've searched the entire coastline and haven't found any trace of that huge ship."

"Click—"

Tina pulled a cigarette from her pocket, and Smoker lit it for her.

Two possibilities:

The first possibility is that the people on the ship discovered our surveillance and chose to go around the island, taking a different route.

And another kind...

Tina took a light inhale, then parted her lips slightly and slowly exhaled a smoke ring.

"There was another Devil Fruit user on that ship who used methods unknown to us to hide that huge ship."

She paused for a moment, a solemn smile curving her red lips as she gazed into the distance:

"Whether it's the case or not... it proves that this group is... extremely difficult to deal with!"

..........

In the distance, in the grass, a group of burly fishermen wearing overalls were observing the coast through binoculars, their faces pale.

"Our ship!!!"

"It's over! It's Smoker the White Hunter and Tina the 'Black Cage'!"

Among pirates, these two names are legendary. Smoker never lets any of his prey escape his notice, and Tina's meticulousness is equally terrifying.

"We've only just set sail and escaped the navy's pursuit once, so why would those navy guys... send two captains from headquarters to deal with us?!"

"These two are still so difficult to deal with!"

Something's strange—

"That's nothing, after all, our boss is now a notorious pirate with a bounty of 120 million!"

Then everyone stared at the girl behind them with fervent expressions.

At this moment, Jewelry Bonney finally put down her food, came to the front of the group, and looked towards the coastline. Sure enough, she saw the white hunter with short white hair and a strong physique, and the beautiful naval captain Tina.

Her gaze swept around.

"The entire dock is under their control, the coastline is completely blocked, and most importantly, our boats are in their hands."

"Damn it, why are these two the ones who came?!" Bonnie gritted her teeth.

"Boss, what should we do?" the henchman behind him asked in a panic.

"We have no choice but to force our way in..." Bonnie spat dismissively.

Then he turned to the crew and said ruthlessly:

"I'll hold off those two sailors for a bit. You guys seize the opportunity to break through the blockade, take control of our ships, and then, without waiting for me, head out to sea quickly!"

"Boss!" / "Captain!" / "No—"

The underlings vehemently opposed the idea:

"Absolutely impossible—"

"Your father entrusted you to us, not to stand by and watch you get arrested!"

"Yes, yes—" the fishermen chimed in.

"If we abandon you and run away alone, how will we face Big Bear Boss when we finally find him?"

"Boss, we'll cover you, you escape on your own!"

"That's right, that's right!" The fishermen nodded vigorously.

Seeing the crew behind her acting this way, Bonnie couldn't help but soften her expression, but it instantly turned into a stern one as she reprimanded them:

"That's a Marine captain, a Devil Fruit user! Do you think you can hold them off?!"

Everyone lowered their heads in shame. Although they were much older than Bonnie and were all her uncles, there was indeed a gap in their strength.

"Even if we're outmatched, we'll hold them off to the death and buy our leader time to escape!"

"Yes, yes, we must fight to the death to ensure our boss successfully sets sail!"

"You will carry our hopes and find Boss Bear!"

Bonnie's expression softened when she saw them like this, but there was no other way now.

She was also well aware that Logia-type Devil Fruit users were currently the most effective counter to her.

If it cannot be touched, then the fruits of the year cannot function.

"Never mind! Let's charge together! Those who can escape can find a way back to rescue everyone—"

Bonnie gritted her teeth and was about to get up and rush towards the shore.

"Wait a minute, maybe I have a way to help you escape~"

Kuroro's figure emerged from the shadows, a slight smile playing on his lips:

"And the price is... join us... or die."