Akira said, "Don't underestimate them. You've seen that Straw Hat kid too. Although these people can't compare to that kid, they're also very outstanding pirates. Our Whitebeard Pirates are in dire need of people right now. These people have a lot of potential. If we can get them to join us, they will be powerful combat forces in the future."
Marco said, "Alright, I believe your judgment. Since you've decided, then we'll do as you say. It's just a few rookie pirates. Can they really play a role in dealing with the Blackbeard Pirates?"
Akira said, "The more power we have, the more chances we have to win. Although Blackbeard hasn't discovered any recent movements, I know he definitely won't sit idly by. So, for the sake of perfection, we must be foolproof."
Although he had killed Shiryu of the Rain and the Corrupt King of the Blackbeard Pirates, weakening the other party's strength, Akira still wouldn't underestimate Blackbeard. Even though he had confidence now, he didn't have absolute certainty of defeating Blackbeard, because the combination of the Yami Yami no Mi and the Gura Gura no Mi, coupled with the other abilities that Blackbeard had obtained, was definitely very difficult to deal with. So, Akira had always regarded Blackbeard as the greatest threat.
"I understand. But what are you planning to do?" Marco asked.
Akira said, "You need to sit in command. It's not appropriate for you to take action. Let Ace go, and Aokiji too. I'll also go out personally. That's just right."
"What if Blackbeard discovers it?" Marco asked.
Akira said, "It's fine. Even if he discovers it, it's nothing, because he won't put those rookies in his eyes. What's more, those few rookies are also quite individualistic, and aren't so easy to subdue. Maybe there will be unexpected accidents."
"The manpower is already in place. Ten days later, as soon as I get your order, they will launch their attacks immediately," Marco said.
Akira said, "Just follow the plan we set. First, determine Blackbeard's location. Then, you sit in command. Leave the rest to me."
Akira knew his advantages and disadvantages very well. His strongest point was his combat power. As for commanding a large force in war, he didn't have much experience. The person with the most experience was Marco. He had already been an excellent commander during Whitebeard's time. So, Akira very confidently entrusted all the power to him.
Although defeating the entire Blackbeard Pirates was the ultimate victory, in Akira's eyes, his goal from beginning to end was Blackbeard. As long as he could solve Blackbeard, Marco would definitely be able to handle everything else. But the specific battle plan still had to be designated by him.
"I've already had Aokiji take action. With his ability, there shouldn't be much of a problem. As for Ace, I'll have you notify him. I'm going to take action now too," Akira said to Marco.
Marco nodded, and said, "Since you think that rookie is worth you personally making a trip, then do as you think. I'll always keep a close eye on the Blackbeard Pirates' side. I definitely won't give him a chance to take advantage of us."
"By the way, there's one more thing, Akira. Squard wants to see you."
When Akira was preparing to leave, Marco suddenly remembered something, and said to him.
Akira frowned. He didn't have much goodwill towards Squard, because during the Summit War, he had betrayed Whitebeard, and had assassinated Whitebeard. If he hadn't been prepared, Squard would have injured Whitebeard. So, he didn't have much goodwill towards such a traitor. However, because Whitebeard had forgiven Squard, Akira was unwilling to disobey, so he still let Squard stay under the Whitebeard Pirates.
However, now, although Squard's Maelstrom Spider Pirates were still under the Whitebeard Pirates, his life wasn't going very well. Although the people who had participated in the war had pretty much forgiven him for what he had done during the Summit War, the pirates under the Whitebeard Pirates who hadn't participated in the war had a big change in their attitude towards him.
But that wasn't the most difficult thing. The most difficult thing was that Akira's view of them had changed. As the new captain of the Whitebeard Pirates, his attitude directly determined the views of the people below. So, Squard had been very unhappy since the end of the Summit War.
"What does he want to see me for?" Akira asked.
Marco said, "You should know, Akira, Squard is already very pitiful. I hope you won't neglect him anymore."
Akira snorted, and said, "I haven't neglected him. If he does something wrong, he has to be punished. Although he didn't hurt Pops, his actions were betrayal. If he can be provoked to betray once, he can have a second time. Tell me, how can I trust him?"
As a companion of many years, Marco still had some feelings for Squard. However, what Squard had done was indeed repulsive, but he had to help persuade him.
"How about this? Have him come to see me."
In the end, Akira still decided to give Marco some face. He also knew that Marco was very embarrassed.
Marco quickly brought Squard in front of Akira. As soon as Squard saw Akira, he immediately called out with a face full of guilt, "Captain."
Akira waved his hand, and said, "Alright, I know why you want to see me. To be honest, Squard, I do have some resentment towards you. However, judging from the recent situation, I also know that you're still very loyal. How about this? I'll give you a chance. If you do well, I will abandon my previous prejudices, and treat you like before."
Squard hadn't expected that after Akira saw him, he would directly say what was on his mind. During this period of time, he could be said to have been suffering torment. Although everyone said that they didn't blame him, he knew that many people had resentment towards him in their hearts.
Facing everyone's strange gazes, Squard's mood could be imagined. More importantly, the new captain Akira's attitude towards him wasn't very friendly either. So, he had tried every possible way to change the status quo. It was just a pity that he was powerless.
After so long, he finally couldn't bear it anymore, and found Marco, requesting Marco to help him.
Actually, Squard had really reached a dead end, because he had betrayed during the Summit War. Even if he left the Whitebeard Pirates, it was impossible for any other forces to take him in. Moreover, he hadn't thought about leaving. So, there was only one path left for him.
"Really?"
Squard shouted excitedly, looking at Akira with anticipation. He knew very well that as the current captain of the Whitebeard Pirates, Akira's position was unshakable. As long as he changed his attitude, his position in the Whitebeard Pirates wouldn't be so awkward.
Akira said, "There's no need for me to lie to you. You should know how important this battle is to us. As long as you can make contributions in this war, I believe everyone will definitely look at you with new eyes, and you can also wash away the shame of the Summit War."
Squard replied loudly, "Captain, don't worry. I will definitely do my best, and make that bastard Blackbeard look good."
"Hmm, I hope you do what you say," Akira nodded.
After Squard left, Marco asked Akira, "Do you really think so?"
Akira said, "I am indeed dissatisfied with him. But I'm not blind either. Naturally, I can see that he's loyal to the pirate crew. It's just that it also takes some time to completely let go of his obsessions. If he can really make contributions this time, I will naturally fulfill my promise."
"That would be the best." This was the scene that Marco wanted to see the most.
After Akira said a word to Marco, he left the base, hid his figure, and headed towards a direction in the New World. The purpose of his departure this time was also very simple, which was to find a combat force that could help the Whitebeard Pirates. And this time, his target was the supernova of the same era as Luffy, Trafalgar Law. Ace's target was Hawkins, and Aokiji's target was Eustass Kid. This was also the information that the Whitebeard Pirates had temporarily collected about the three of them.
Akira knew very well that many strong people had appeared in Luffy's era. Law, Kid, Hawkins, Apoo, etc. They were all very promising figures. Especially Law, whose Ope Ope no Mi had unlimited potential. If he was pulled onto the Whitebeard Pirates' ship, he would definitely be a great help. So, he personally went to negotiate with Law, because he had a 90% certainty of getting Law to agree.
As for Ace and Aokiji, the orders Akira gave them were also very simple. Find Hawkins and Kid, and have them join the Whitebeard Pirates. If they weren't willing, then don't be polite, and take action to destroy them.
Akira wasn't a soft-hearted person. He knew very well that these people would be extraordinary in the future. Since they couldn't be brought under his command, then it was best to get rid of them. Because these few people were all ambitious people. Although they were much worse than Blackbeard, they would definitely be trouble if they developed in the future. He was a person who didn't like trouble. So, he had to prepare for the worst.
According to the information that Marco had collected, Law was in the New World at this time. So, Akira directly headed towards his location.
Aokiji and Ace had also set off at the same time as Akira. Ace was responsible for finding Hawkins, and Aokiji was responsible for finding Kid.
Among the supernovas of Luffy's generation, Akira didn't know much. Besides Luffy, Zoro, and Law, Kid was the most famous. However, besides knowing that his ability was related to magnets, he wasn't very clear about the rest. Similarly, Hawkins and the others were the same.
However, it was Ace and Aokiji who were taking action. With their strength, it was relatively simple to deal with these two supernovas. As for why he was only looking for these three, it was because the others had no news.
Akira and the three of them set off separately. The first person to find his target was Ace. Ace began to recruit Hawkins according to what Akira had said. However, he had obviously underestimated this rookie Hawkins. The other party had no intention of joining the Whitebeard Pirates. So, Ace and the Hawkins Pirates began to fight.
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