Even though Blackbeard Teach claims that his mastery over the Dark-Dark Fruit is growing stronger, and he must surely have the strength to deal with Akihara Kagura now, the lesson from last time was all too profound…
If it weren't for the intervention of the Konoha Pirates…
The Blackbeard Pirates would have long been turned to charcoal by his lightning strikes…
"Zehahaha… No need to worry."
Teach laughed heartily, shook his head, and didn't mind it at all: "Let's first get into Impel Down and talk! Even if Akihara Kagura is there, this time I can deal with him, it won't be like last time!"
On the other side.
At Enies Lobby.
Spandine directly reported to the World Government, hoping that Vice Admiral Akihara Kagura could inspect Impel Down before the battle begins, citing the conflict between Akihara Kagura and Vice Admiral Ryokugyu and the potential for internal strife…
Two Vice Admirals fighting…
Could this matter really reach the World Government?
Saint Saturn and Saint Nusjuro, the only remaining Five Elders, felt somewhat absurd when they received the news…
Even more absurd…
The two highest powers of the World Government agreed.
Saint Saturn and Saint Nusjuro decided to deploy a Vice Admiral to Impel Down for inspection before the battle plan at Enies Lobby began, strengthening the caution within the current of the Gate of Justice…
This order…
Was quickly issued within the Navy.
Admiral Sengoku the Buddha pondered for a long time, then dialed a Radio Snail to Akihara Kagura to seek his opinion.
It's said that the Military Governor of Enies Lobby, Spandine, has been strongly suggesting the removal of Akihara Kagura, believing that this Vice Admiral doesn't obey his orders, refuses to unite with his colleagues at Navy Headquarters, and shouldn't stay on the battlefield at Enies Lobby…
"This kind of thing…"
"Shouldn't the World Government officials be the ones inspecting?"
Akihara Kagura held the Radio Snail, stood at the window of the Tower of Justice, and looked at the Spandine loudly berating the Navy soldiers far in the distance within Enies Lobby, softly proposing his suggestion: "Spandine has always been an eyesore at Enies Lobby, even hitting and insulting soldiers now. Maybe he'll be the factor for failing in this war, so why not let him inspect before the war? He's not very useful anyway, keeping him here won't make a difference…"
"…"
Suddenly, Sengoku's mind became enlightened.
If someone must be sent to inspect the Gate of Justice at Impel Down, why not send Spandine? It's just an inspection anyway…
Compared to a Navy Admiral's proposal, Spandine's suggestion was obviously lacking, and the World Government quickly agreed to Sengoku's proposal, ordering Spandine to lead CP0 to inspect the Gate of Justice at Impel Down, ensuring no issues before the war arrives.
After all…
The World Government has received new intel.
The Revolutionary Army has not overlooked the trial and execution of Luffy, the son of Dragon, and has already begun their action, with Revolutionary leaders converging from across the globe.
If there are no surprises…
The battle of Enies Lobby is bound to erupt.
The atmosphere throughout Enies Lobby was unprecedentedly tense.
At the port of Enies Lobby.
The atmosphere here seemed particularly peaceful and serene.
Spandine led CP0 aboard a battleship, standing at the ship's bow, eyes grimly fixed on Akihara Kagura, who was seeing him off at the port.
Of course.
Spandine wasn't just making a wasted trip.
Besides Straw Hat Luffy and Nico Robin, other members of the Straw Hat Pirates would be sent with Spandine to Impel Down to be imprisoned.
After all…
Others are small fry.
The World Government isn't interested in executing a bunch of pirates.
Because the trial and execution at Enies Lobby isn't for Straw Hat Luffy, but for Luffy, the son of the Revolutionary leader Dragon — only then would the public opinion be satisfied.
"Farewell."
Akihara Kagura smiled and waved at Spandine.
"Don't get cocky."
Spandine clenched his fist: "Akihara Kagura, I'll be coming back soon, and when I do, don't let me catch you slipping!"
Anyway…
It doesn't matter if I go to Impel Down!
If the Blackbeard Pirates use my orders to enter Impel Down, I'll take CP0 to deal with those pirates and curry favor with the remaining two Five Elders!
"Will you really come back?"
In Akihara Kagura's eyes, there was even a bit of anticipation, waving with a smile: "Take care, Mr. Spandine…"