The Shocking Truth Behind Lily's Involvement with Joy Boy in One Piece

During the recent One Piece chapters, Marijoa and the events of the Reverie have been the main focus for Oda. Although small pieces of information were revealed in both the Reverie arc and the Wano Country arc, it was the Egghead Island arc where the author decided to delve deeper into the events. The most significant news to emerge from the Reverie was the death of Nefertari Cobra, which was blamed on Sabo by the World Government. However, this tactic only served to increase Sabo's reputation among fans, who were already aware of the Government's involvement in Cobra's death. What remained unclear was the reason behind the assassination of one of the world's most influential leaders.

The Assassination

Upon arriving at Marijoa for the Reverie and to speak with the Five Elders, Nefertari Cobra hoped to finally uncover the truth. However, he never anticipated that this would be his final opportunity to glimpse the outside world. Upon entering the room, Cobra inquired about Nefertari Lily, but the Five Elders offered no substantial response. Turning his attention to the enigmatic "D," Cobra's interrogation was abruptly interrupted by the arrival of Imu, who took his seat on the Empty Throne. The Five Elders then revealed the truth about Lily's grave mistake, which led to the release of the Poneglyphs. Imu questioned whether this error was a mere blunder or the consequence of a greater scheme. To Cobra's shock, he learned that Lily's full name was Nefertari D. Lily, which provoked a violent reaction from Imu and the Five Elders. Despite Sabo's valiant attempt to defend Cobra, he was ultimately overpowered. With no other recourse, Cobra made the ultimate sacrifice and instructed Sabo to inform Vivi and Luffy of their shared lineage before giving him the chance to flee the room.

The Queen of Alabasta

During Cobra's conversation with Imu, a surprising revelation was made regarding Nefertari Lily. As fans already knew, Alabasta was one of the nations that joined forces to defeat the Great Kingdom, and as the queen of Alabasta, Lily played a part in this victory. However, when it came time to pledge her allegiance to the Empty Throne, Lily refused and instead chose to return to her homeland. Unfortunately, Cobra revealed that Lily never made it back to Alabasta, leading to the suspicion that she was assassinated by someone within the World Government.

The reason behind Lily's assassination was linked to a grave mistake she made - releasing the Poneglyphs into the world. This mistake created a major problem for the World Government as it allowed pirates and others to uncover the true history of the world. As an ally of the World Government, Lily's betrayal was unexpected, leaving many questions unanswered.

Talking To Joy Boy

It is possible that Lily was persuaded by someone to turn against Imu and the Five Elders, with Joy Boy being the only other person aware of the alliance's true intentions. Joy Boy, an enigmatic figure from the Great Kingdom, lived during the same era and even made a promise to the people of Fish-Man Island that he failed to fulfill before likely being killed. It is probable that before his death, Joy Boy informed Lily about the significance of the D. and Alabasta's role, which motivated her to release the Poneglyphs. Without Joy Boy's explanation, Lily may not have taken such a risk. Unfortunately, both Lily and Joy Boy perished, and the World Government erased any evidence of their existence.

The Responsibility

Vivi's future as the potential ruler of Alabasta is uncertain due to her status as a wanted individual by the World Government. Her connection to the D. Clan makes her a prime target, and the challenges she faces will only become more intense. The World Government's desperation to capture her suggests that they fear her possession of Lily's will, a common theme in One Piece where the will of the deceased is passed down to their successors. It is clear that Vivi's role in the story will be significant, as she will lead Alabasta towards a brighter future and correct the mistakes of her ancestor. Her journey is intertwined with Luffy's adventure, as Cobra specifically mentioned their names to Sabo and it is evident that Luffy carries the legacies of Joy Boy and Gol D. Roger.