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The two headquarters generals attacked fiercely, and anyone with a discerning eye could see that it was inseparable from Marco's sudden rise this time.
"The two admirals of Navy Headquarters struck with full force, and it seems they deliberately publicized this in the world's newspapers. I'm afraid... it's to deter the New World seas, which have recently become more and more turbulent!"
In the midst of the world's upheaval, someone analyzed.
"Other details may be uncertain, but this time, it is definitely linked to Marco's frequent stirrings in the New World recently; it's closely related."
"Could it be that Navy Headquarters is planning to make a move against Marco?"
"Perhaps! The Navy wants to target Marco through the strongest means and the most high-profile manner to fully shock the increasingly chaotic seas of the New World! If they succeed in capturing Marco, they will surely achieve an absolute deterrent effect!"
Such a startling analysis resonated widely among the people.
They understood.
This time, even though Navy Headquarters did not explicitly state they were targeting Marco, it was no coincidence that when Marco was rising strongly, they sent two headquarters generals simultaneously to overpower two of the top forces in the New World.
This move clearly aims at Marco, hoping to leverage the momentum of subduing him to completely shock and intimidate the turbulent pirates of the New World.
"But, can even the generals of the main headquarters truly capture Marco? He's the Fifth Emperor! He's a true Fifth Emperor who's built his position through sheer strength!"
"Exactly! Perhaps if a Navy general does attempt to attack Marco, they'll only end up driven back! With Marco's abilities, he's never suffered a loss at the hands of Kaido; he's the strongest Sweet Commander. Not to mention, even His Majesty the Seven Warlords, Doflamingo, and the formidable Katakuri have pledged their allegiance to him!"
Doflamingo and Katakuri's allegiance is a feat so challenging that pirates throughout the New World know it's nearly impossible—and yet Marco achieved it!
Most pirates believe that if a headquarters general indeed takes action against Marco, the outcome will likely be a defeat, perhaps even a tragic sacrifice!
"But... what if the two headquarters generals join forces?!"
This question introduced a new perspective.
Indeed.
What if the two headquarters generals, Kizaru and Green Bull, confront Marco together at the same time? What would the result be?
"Shhh~~!"
At this thought, countless New World pirates gasped in awe!
"No kidding… If the two headquarters generals join forces, who in this world could stop them?!"
That's right!
In the New World seas, there are many pirates whose strength rivals that of Navy headquarters admirals, but... if two headquarters generals join forces, absolutely no one could resist them!
"Not even the Four Emperors?"
Someone questioned.
"Under the combined strength of the two headquarters generals, even the Four Emperors wouldn't stand a chance!"
Soon, this answer came from a legendary pirate of the New World.
It was an answer that commanded absolute agreement.
"In the history of pirates, except for major incidents, there has never been a situation where two headquarters generals joined forces!"
"This is absolutely unprecedented!"
The underground world was also in turmoil, and those pirates who had been scheming in the shadows paused their plans for the time being.
It was evident that with the two headquarters generals joining forces, even the most feared underground kings had to adopt a cautious stance.
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New World.
On a certain stretch of the sea.
Marco was aboard a pirate ship on his way to the Golden City, 'Gran Tesoro.'
"Shh…"
The Den Den Mushi rang, and Marco answered it. Belivia's worried voice came through, "Marco, the entire world has gone crazy, saying that the two admirals from Navy Headquarters, Kizaru and Green Bull, are planning to join forces against you."
"Hmm. I already knew." Marco remained unfazed, as calm as ever, "Don't worry about me. Just follow the plan. Have Stussy get ready."
"Sister Stussy left a few days ago for 'Tesoro.' Before she left, she mentioned that Gild Tesoro might be negotiating with the World Government about the Moa fruit and the mammoth fruit."
"Sister Stussy also hinted that perhaps this large-scale naval sortie is related to Gild Tesoro!"
So that's it. Gild Tesoro, this man is truly courting death.
He hung up the Den Den Mushi, only to receive another call from Doflamingo shortly afterward.
Doflamingo clearly knew more about the "substance" of the two generals, giving Marco a thorough understanding. Simultaneously, he indicated that the Don Quixote family could monitor Navy movements in real time and provide accurate intelligence for Marco.
"Do you know more about Gran Tesoro?" Marco asked casually.
"Of course I do. Gran Tesoro falls within Gild Tesoro's domain, and that guy stole the Paramecia Golden Fruit from my No. 1 auction house over a decade ago," Doflamingo said.
With the Golden Fruit, Gild Tesoro has achieved his current status, controlling twenty percent of the world's wealth and wielding enough wealth to influence the Celestial Dragons freely; even the World Government has to yield to him.
Doflamingo asked, "Are you planning to make a move on him?"
"No." Marco's voice was calm, yet it carried a hint of lethal intent. "I'll take over Gran Tesoro—all his wealth and assets, I will claim. Also, bring the top members of the Don Quixote family to join me at Gran Tesoro."
It was clear: Marco intended to challenge the Golden Emperor!
If he succeeded, Marco would replace Gild Tesoro and gain control of an astronomical fortune! This would undoubtedly shake the world!
Doflamingo, though shocked by Marco's ambition, didn't hesitate and immediately agreed.
"However, Gran Tesoro isn't simple," Doflamingo cautioned. "Gild Tesoro has used his immense wealth to win over countless figures of prominence in the New World; his power is substantial and staggering."
He continued, "Should we have Katakuri come along?"
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New World, a certain sea.
On an island.
The remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates, led by Flower Sword Vista, had assembled over ten captains!
Alongside them were more than ten pirate crews formerly affiliated with the Whitebeard Pirates!
"It's certain now; the Navy Headquarters is about to make a move on Marco!"
"It's time for us to step in!"
"Contact Marco. We've been silent for too long. It's time to make our presence known again and remind the New World gang… not to forget our existence!"
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