In the Holy Land Mary Geoise during the Reverie, Sabo runs into Bartholomew Kuma’s daughter Bonney. Meanwhile, King Cobra of the Kingdom of Alabasta begins asking the Five Elders questions that trouble them.

King Cobra is surprised by seeing someone sitting on the Empty Throne and by learning about the truth of the world. When he is subject to a deadly attack, Sabo cuts in to save him. The injured king entrusts Sabo with a message.