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One Piece chapter 339: The Rumor — what is in it

Water 7 arc · 20 pages · 21 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p0Chapter 339 titled 'THE RUMOR'
  • p0Page shows Gedatsu and group standing together on dock under marked structure
  • p1City of Water has unique topography and climate vulnerable to natural disasters
  • p1Strong wind and dropping pressure signal possible typhoon
  • p2Galley-La Company headquarters connected to first dock
  • p2Journalists crowding around Iceberg's mansion
  • p3Explosion occurs at Galley-La building sending Luffy flying outward
  • p3Panic spreads among ground-level witnesses
  • p4Galley-La workers react to an intruder identified as Straw Hat Luffy.
  • p4Intruder moves from second floor stairs toward upper levels.
  • p4Iceberg is mentioned as the person to protect.
  • p5Luffy continues running through streets toward headquarters.
  • p5Iceberg lies bandaged in bed inside a quiet bedroom.
  • p5Kalifa stands by the bedroom door.
  • p6Luffy enters the building interior and is spotted by agents.
  • p6Agents decide to pursue without firearms.
  • p6Kalifa stands near the bedroom door.
  • p7Luffy enters Iceberg's dark bedroom.
  • p7Iceberg is awake and speaking calmly to Luffy.
  • p7Conversation occurs between Luffy and Iceberg alone.
  • p8Iceberg points a gun at Luffy inside a bedroom.
  • p8Luffy expresses shock at the claim that Robin was seen.
  • p8Iceberg refuses to accept Luffy's words as meaningful.
  • p9A gunshot occurs inside the bedroom.
  • p9Iceberg is shot and thrown into the hallway.
  • p9Iceberg survives the shot but fails to reach the truth he sought.
  • p10A silhouetted figure calls for the arrest of multiple people outside Galley-La Company.
  • p10Luffy sits on a rooftop reflecting on Robin and Iceberg's sighting.
  • p10Luffy refuses to believe Robin's involvement.
  • p11Blueno works as bartender at Blueno's Bar in Water Seven Middle Town.
  • p11Two masked figures forcefully enter Blueno's Bar.
  • p11Blueno greets the intruders with a smile.
  • p12Scene takes place inside a lively bar in Water Seven.
  • p12Franky is recognized as a regular customer by the bartender.
  • p13Franky is drinking at the same bar as Kokoro and local children.
  • p13Bartender enforces rule that bar is not for children.
  • p14Aqua Laguna event is approaching Water Seven.
  • p14Kokoro currently has no permanent residence.
  • p15Iceberg was reportedly shot by pirates according to rumors.
  • p15Workers and citizens of Water Seven are angry about the incident.
  • p16Patrons inside Blueno's Bar discuss the attack on Iceberg.
  • p16Rumors about CP9 and World Government involvement circulate among bar crowd.
  • p17Robin meets unidentified cloaked figure in Water Seven back alley.
  • p17Conversation references an event scheduled for tonight.
  • p18CP9 operative receives orders concerning Iceberg and an item originally held by Tom.
  • p18Mission must be completed tonight under CP9 authority.

What is said, page by page

  • p1Luffy asks what 'BADI' means with confused expression
  • p1Nami explains the topography and climate of the island
  • p1Nami states the place is called the City of Water and notes typhoon risk
  • p2Robin warns they are being chased while Luffy mentions asking Iceberg
  • p2Nami reacts with shock and questions Luffy's plan
  • p2Luffy says he will find Iceberg's room first then enter
  • p3Onlookers shout they are being attacked and a window broke
  • p3Bald man yells 'AH!!!' while spiky-haired man asks 'WHO...'
  • p4Workers shout alarm that Straw Hat Luffy has invaded headquarters in broad daylight.
  • p4Command given to stall the intruder who is likely heading for the bedroom.
  • p4Rooftop observer identifies the figure as the Straw Hat wearing red vest.
  • p5Workers panic that the intruder is returning to HQ and ordering island workers.
  • p5Luffy exclaims 'WHOA!!!' and 'THERE!!!' while searching.
  • p5Bandaged man tells Kalifa the Straw Hat has invaded HQ and asks a favor.
  • p5Woman apologizes for the noise outside.
  • p6Agents warn against using guns inside and worry about Iceberg-san.
  • p6Luffy reacts with surprise upon being recognized.
  • p6Agents order chase to the second wing.
  • p6Kalifa is asked to guard the room where Iceberg sleeps.
  • p7Iceberg states it is unlikely Luffy came to kill him in the chaos.
  • p7Luffy demands to hear the real story.
  • p7Luffy thanks Iceberg for calling him.
  • p7Iceberg asks what business the pirate twerp has with him.
  • p8Iceberg confirms a prior statement about Robin with calm authority in the bedroom.
  • p8Iceberg accuses Robin of being part of Luffy's group after seeing her the previous night.
  • p8Iceberg states he summoned Luffy to request a favor while aiming the gun.
  • p8Luffy reacts with disbelief asking if the sighting of Robin was certain.
  • p8Iceberg orders Luffy to stop speaking as his words no longer hold power.
  • p8Luffy stammers in shock denying knowledge of Robin's location.
  • p8Iceberg demands one more chance to meet Nico Robin with intense focus.
  • p9Narration announces a gunshot from the bedroom.
  • p9Characters outside react with alarm calling out to Iceberg.
  • p9A voice reassures that Iceberg is safe.
  • p9Iceberg weakly affirms he is unharmed but expresses regret.
  • p9Iceberg states it is useless as he hoped to get closer to the truth.
  • p10Silhouetted figure declares that all of them will be arrested.
  • p10Blonde woman questions why Robin would commit such an act.
  • p10Luffy mutters Robin's name while processing the information.
  • p10Luffy acknowledges that Iceberg really did see Robin.
  • p10Blonde woman asks if Luffy was able to speak with Iceberg.
  • p10Luffy shouts that he believes it is not true with intense expression.
  • p11Blueno welcomes customers with a wide grin inside the bar.
  • p11Blueno laughs while greeting arrivals.
  • p11Masked intruder shouts a greeting to Blueno while bursting in.
  • p11Second intruder asks if Blueno is super.
  • p12Franky orders his usual drink refill in loud confident tone at the bar counter.
  • p12Polka-dot bartender questions Franky's vague order with annoyed expression.
  • p12Franky confirms his order casually while chuckling in background.
  • p12Franky asks if the customer has money with direct confrontational intent.
  • p12Franky reacts in shock at remaining large amount of money left overnight.
  • p12Bartender offers change from previous day while explaining transaction.
  • p12Franky refuses leftover change on principle and demands coke instead.
  • p13Franky laughs loudly while admitting he mistook Kokoro for a monster statue.
  • p13Polka-dot bartender notes Franky's good mood with wide grin.
  • p13Pigtail girl celebrates receiving juice twice in excited voice.
  • p13Bartender complains about bad mood despite good time and scolds children for being in bar.
  • p13Pigtail girl asks for juice refill while ignoring scolding.
  • p13Franky reacts with satisfaction after receiving fuel bottles.
  • p14Kokoro announces Aqua Laguna is coming with serious tone.
  • p14Zambai demands to know why Kokoro is present at the bar.
  • p14Zambai threatens future meeting with a certain bastard.
  • p14Franky shouts his return with energetic pose.
  • p14Kokoro states she has no house left to sink.
  • p14Zambai confirms he did not finish guarding a house.
  • p14Kokoro jokes about strong wind caused by house situation.
  • p15Polka-dot bartender mentions Iceberg was apparently shot.
  • p15Kokoro states she hoped to drink with Iceberg that day.
  • p15Kokoro explains citizens are angry at pirates for the shooting.
  • p15Kokoro challenges whether others will believe the pirate story with mocking laugh.
  • p15Franky warns Kokoro not to say random things with stern glare.
  • p15Franky accuses Kokoro of knowing something specific.
  • p16Top-hatted man reacts with shock questioning if Cogi guy committed the attack and mentions World Government stalking.
  • p16Long-haired woman dismisses the idea as stupid noting the behind-the-scenes unit never shows themselves.
  • p16Pompadour man warns about CP9 committing dark crimes and spreading rumors that make people disappear.
  • p16Franky requests a refill while another patron warns him not to get involved.
  • p17Voice recalls yesterday's success during alley meeting.
  • p17Cloaked figure states Robin has also become an outlaw.
  • p17Robin confirms the important event is tonight and that it is only temporary.
  • p18Unseen speaker states Tom originally possessed the item and Iceberg is the only living apprentice.
  • p18Orders given to erase evidence if necessary and re-enter Iceberg's mansion.
  • p18CP9 operative instructed to obtain the item tonight regardless of method.
  • p18Dark-haired woman declares the mission is the duty of justice.