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Marineford, Intelligence Department.
Alarm bells rang!
"The Beast Pirates are making contact with the Whitebeard Pirates!"
"Location: Hachinosu!"
"Notify Fleet Admiral Sengoku immediately!"
"Mobilize nearby Marines quickly!"
When Four Emperors pirate crews meet, regardless of the reason, it's a major event that requires the Marines to prepare for war with full force.
Moreover, the Beast Pirates had just concluded a half-year-long expedition and, without a moment's rest, immediately started new activities.
Undoubtedly, this is an emergency!
Supreme Conference Room.
The officers stationed at Marineford quickly gathered, each with a grim expression, anxiously awaiting the latest intelligence.
"Has any news come back?"
"Report! The surveillance ship has photographed the Beast Pirates' ship!"
Marine surveillance warships are permanently stationed near the Four Emperors' strongholds, which is why the Beast Pirates' movements were discovered immediately.
On the projection screen, a photo of the Groudon appeared, its crimson bow making the officers frown.
A new, unfamiliar emblem!
But to have a battleship with its own unique style within the Beast Pirates meant that the individual was undoubtedly a high-ranking executive.
"Tobiroppo Ulti has been sighted, bounty 280,000,000 Berries!"
"Tobiroppo Page One, bounty 160,000,000 Berries!"
"And several other headliners!"
All are powerful individuals renowned in the New World!
The intelligence officer reported the latest findings.
The Beast Pirates' current operation showed no intention of concealment, making intelligence gathering much easier.
But the more this was the case, the more unsettling it became.
This indicated that the Beast Pirates were well-prepared and not at all afraid of the Marines discovering them!
"Report! The Beast Pirates have initiated contact!"
"Eavesdropping on the communication now!"
"Static… Whitebeard Pirates, we… are here… for sightseeing… just passing through."
Huh???
The officers were stunned for a moment, then furious.
What kind of joke was this? Even with their toes, they knew this was toying with the Marines!
"Fleet Admiral Sengoku!"
The officers suppressed their anger and looked at Sengoku and the three Admirals. Only the Admirals of Marineford and the Seven Warlords of the Sea had the military strength to stop the Four Emperors.
Sengoku frowned deeply, looking at the three Admirals, his gaze lingering on Akainu for a few seconds before turning to Kizaru and Aokiji.
After several seconds of thought.
"Kizaru, you go."
"Leave it to me, Sengoku."
Admiral Kizaru, deployed!
New World, southwest of Hachinosu.
"Ugh~~"
Daichi leaned over the ship's rail, throwing up into the sea.
He was seasick.
With his physical constitution, he shouldn't have such a negative reaction, but he genuinely felt uncomfortable.
He understood. It must be Kyogre's fault!
That fat-headed fish was haunting him, even across the world!
This strengthened Daichi's resolve.
He would definitely fill this sea!
"Daichi-sama, water!"
Speed brought water, his eyes full of amusement. Seeing Daichi's disheveled state, he somehow felt a little refreshed.
That's what you get for bullying people!
"Thank you."
Daichi gulped down the water, feeling much better. He looked up at the pirate ship nearby, which resembled a whale.
Whitebeard's flagship—the Moby Dick!
"Has the port entry request been sent?"
"Yes!"
"Any reply?"
"No."
"Then we'll assume they agreed!"
Daichi nodded in satisfaction.
Upon arriving at Whitebeard's home base, it was only natural to give them a heads-up, otherwise, they might assume they were there to start a war.
It was important to be polite.
"Full speed ahead!"
"Yes!"
Moby Dick, deck.
The Captains gathered together, watching the Groudon from afar.
"So they're just here for sightseeing!"
"Are you stupid? How could those barbarians have the leisure to sightsee!"
"War, this is war!"
"Ah? So they were lying to us?"
"...."
1000 meters, 500 meters, 300 meters...
Within firing range!
Watching the Groudon rapidly approaching, the Captains' expressions gradually became serious, their gazes instinctively turning towards Whitebeard.
Whitebeard, the enemy is attacking!
Give the order quickly!
Whitebeard frowned.
He racked his brain but couldn't figure out why the Beast Pirates were here. If it was for war, relying on just one battleship seemed too ridiculous.
Could they really be here for sightseeing?
Gurarara~ If he believed such a clumsy lie, Whitebeard's reputation would be disgraced!
"My sons, prepare for battle!"
"Ohhh!"
The Captains rolled up their sleeves, smirking as they stared at the approaching Groudon.
They weren't afraid of the Beast Pirates, but they didn't want to clash with those madmen, as there was no benefit regardless of winning or losing.
Whitebeard had already spoken.
If the Beast Pirates truly wanted to fight, they would fight to the end!
"Prepare for battle!"
"Quick, load the ammunition!"
"Aim at the enemy ship!"
Under the vigilant gaze of the Whitebeard Pirates, the Groudon sped past the Moby Dick, leaving a trail of exhaust.
"Eh???"
Everyone stared at the departing Groudon, full of questions.
They just left?
They didn't even say a single harsh word!
Didn't that make them look like fools?
"Captain, what do we do?"
"What else can we do? Chase them!"
Regardless of the Beast Pirates' intentions, they had to constantly monitor their movements. It would be disastrous if their backyard caught fire.
The Moby Dick quickly turned around and chased the Groudon. Soon, the two ships, one after another, arrived at port on Hachinosu.
"Ohhh!!!"
Daichi raised his arms and shouted excitedly.
After so many days, standing on solid ground again felt absolutely wonderful.
Page One leaned over to Daichi, secretly pointing behind them: "Brother-in-law, the Whitebeard Pirates seem very nervous!"
"If you were them, you'd be nervous too."
Daichi grinned.
This was a matter of style.
If it were the Beast Pirates, or the Big Mom Pirates, they would have started fighting the moment they met, not politely observing.
The Whitebeard Pirates were different. They rarely initiated battles.
This was mainly because Whitebeard was old and lacked the dominance and drive of his youth. He hadn't made any major moves in the past decade, and many ignorant people even considered him an outdated great pirate.
Since the Captain wanted a peaceful life, the crew's style naturally leaned towards stability.
But the Beast Pirates were a bunch of madmen who fought whatever they encountered, never bothering with reason. How could the Whitebeard Pirates not be nervous when they saw them?
"They're coming!"
Daichi turned around and looked at the approaching Captains.
Leading them was the pineapple-headed young man.
Daichi's eyes lit up, and he stepped forward, extending his hand to greet him: "This young man must be the famous Captain Marco of the First Division. It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm a huge fan of yours. Please give me an autograph!"
"Autograph?"
Marco's mouth was slightly agape. He looked down at the hand that was being held, trying to pull it back, but couldn't.
What strength!
Wait!
What was he about to say just now?
"Stop playing dumb!"
Marco's face darkened. He quickly pulled his hand back with force and coldly demanded: "Beast Pirates, what is your purpose in coming to Hachinosu?"
"Purpose? Oh, that!"
Daichi smiled brightly.
"We're here for sightseeing, and to find an old acquaintance."
"Fire Fist Ace. I heard he appeared on Hachinosu. Captain Marco, do you know where Fire Fist Ace is?"
"Don't worry, I understand the rules. If you can help us find Fire Fist Ace, we Beast Pirates will definitely offer a generous reward!"
Looking for Ace?!
Marco's expression darkened.
As expected, they came with ill intentions!