One Piece: The system is only activated after leaving the Navy.

Chapter 152 Bucky

However, in stark contrast to Bucky and Mr. 3's terror, the prisoners who had come with Bucky were unusually agitated.

They all gaped, their eyes fixed on the white-bearded man, muttering to themselves.

"White... Whitebeard! That Whitebeard actually took the initiative to talk to me, that's amazing."

The prisoners shouted even louder with great emotion.

"Boss Buggy, you're amazing! Even a legendary figure like Whitebeard looks up to you!"

"Boss Buggy, your Devil Fruit is from a legendary figure."

Faced with the prisoners' almost fanatical reaction, Bucky was speechless and couldn't help but mentally rant.

"Hey! What are you brainless idiots getting so excited about?"

Just then, Whitebeard spoke again, staring coldly at Buggy.

"You swagger up to me with so many prisoners, do you think you're here to take my head?"

Upon hearing Whitebeard's words, the prisoners responded almost simultaneously, shouting in unison.

"That's right!"

However, at that moment, Bucky turned his gaze to them again.

Bucky's face was filled with shock and fear.

After a long while, the prisoners seemed to wake up from a dream and realize what they had just said.

One of the prisoners looked embarrassed and stammered as he spoke.

"I'm... I'm sorry, this... this should be Captain Bucky's line."

As he spoke, he nervously rubbed his hands together, avoiding direct eye contact with Bucky.

Another prisoner quickly echoed this sentiment.

"Yes, yes, please make sure to tell him clearly."

Bucky looked helpless and cursed inwardly.

"Damn it! Is there really no other way?"

Bucky gritted his teeth and made a silent decision: now that things had come to this, the only chance of survival was to fight to the death.

Thinking of this, Buggy took a deep breath, his fingers trembling as he pointed straight at Whitebeard and shouted at the top of his lungs.

"Long time no see, Whitebeard. Prepare to die!"

After saying that, Bucky suddenly turned around, his back to the group of prisoners.

At this moment, his face, already distorted by fear, became even more grotesque, with snot and tears streaming down uncontrollably, blending into his utter terror.

However, the group of prisoners standing behind Bucky were completely unaware of his true emotions.

The prisoners were infected by Bucky's sudden burst of energy, and they were all extremely excited, clapping enthusiastically and shouting cheers for Bucky.

The scene was instantly bustling with excitement.

Just then, MR3, who was standing nearby, witnessed Bucky's actions and stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief.

MR3 stared blankly at Bucky, inwardly gasping in surprise.

"This guy is way too overconfident! Doesn't he know who he's up against? How dare he provoke Whitebeard like that? He's practically courting death!"

At the same time, Whitebeard slowly spoke after hearing Buggy's shout.

"Taking my head is no problem, but how are you going to deal with so many marines after that?"

Whitebeard didn't take Buggy's words seriously at all, not even bothering to show the slightest concern.

Immediately afterwards, Whitebeard's expression suddenly changed, and he began a remarkable "performance".

Whitebeard first feigned a troubled expression, frowning as he slowly glanced at the group of naval soldiers standing ready in front of him, before speaking in a slightly helpless tone.

"To be honest, even I find the current situation quite challenging."

After saying this, Whitebeard's eyes suddenly turned to Buggy beside him, and the corners of his mouth slightly turned up, revealing a half-smile.

"Well, we're all pirates who've been adventuring on this sea, so why don't we put aside our grudges for now and join forces to deal with these despicable marines? As for my head... we can talk about that after we've dealt with these troubles."

Whitebeard's words were impeccable, demonstrating both his magnanimity and charisma as a regional overlord while cleverly bringing Buggy to his side.

Buggy, upon hearing Whitebeard's words, visibly breathed a sigh of relief.

Meanwhile, the prisoners gathered around became excited upon seeing this scene, whispering and discussing among themselves.

"Hey, look! Whitebeard actually asked Buggy to team up with him. Doesn't that mean he really acknowledges Buggy's strength?"

One of the prisoners shouted in surprise.

Another prisoner immediately echoed.

"That's right! Judging from this, Buggy and Whitebeard are practically equals!"

MR3 muttered to himself in exasperation.

"Equals, huh? Whitebeard just called Bucky 'kid'."

Then, MR3 turned around and solemnly advised Bucky.

"A direct confrontation with the Navy is far too risky. With our current strength, there's no way we can win this battle!"

Bucky slowly turned around, a mysterious smile on his face. He looked back at the crowd and spoke.

"Well, if I actually start to make a move..."

Just then, MR3, who was standing to the side, looked astonished, his mouth agape as if he could fit an egg inside.

MR3 stared at Bucky in disbelief.

"What's wrong with this guy? Has he lost his mind?"

However, Bucky was completely absorbed in his own fantasy at that moment.

Bucky felt lightheaded, as if he were floating on a cloud.

Bucky couldn't help but mutter to himself.

"Haha, I have a strong feeling that I will succeed this time! I can do it, I absolutely can! I can even clearly see myself as the king of the world!"

Immediately afterwards, Bucky seemed to suddenly come to his senses, and he muttered to himself with a firm and confident look in his eyes.

"Yes, as long as I team up with that powerful guy, defeating the Navy will be a piece of cake!"

At this point, Bucky couldn't help but burst into smug laughter, the sound echoing throughout the space and sending chills down everyone's spine.

At this point, Bucky had completely gotten carried away and spoke in a condescending tone.

"Alright, old man with the white beard, I'll reluctantly join forces with you! But you better remember this: you're the one who offered to cooperate with me; I, Lord Buggy, have chosen you!"

After saying that, he threw his head back and burst into laughter. His arrogant and domineering manner infected the prisoners who followed him, and they were all excited.

Upon hearing this, MR3 inwardly scoffed.

"Have these guys become so arrogant they've lost all sense of proportion?!"