With the promotion of Naval Headquarters, a freshly released newspaper swept across the entire world in just two days.
There was only one headline.
"In seven days, Whitebeard Pirates 2nd Division Commander Fire Fist Ace will be publicly executed at Naval Headquarters!"
A photo of Ace with his hands bound was also attached.
Besides that, there was nothing else.
The public who saw this news were all puzzled.
As the Whitebeard Pirates 2nd Division Commander, Ace's name was well-known.
But it wasn't enough for the Marine to make such a big fuss.
After all, he was just a Division Commander.
You know, the Whitebeard Pirates had a total of sixteen Division Commanders.
Does the Marine have to publicly execute every one they capture?!
If it were Whitebeard, this news might have been more shocking.
Unable to figure out why, the public then dismissed it.
Of course, for them, the Marine executing pirates was naturally a satisfying event, and everyone was happy to see it.
After all, one less pirate means more peace on the sea.
The leaders of many forces in the New World also found something amiss, but not knowing the truth, they were equally confused.
Even the intelligence dealer Morgans couldn't dig up any clues.
Actually, it's normal, Ace's identity is top secret.
Even at Naval Headquarters, only a few people knew, let alone them.
And just after the Marine released the newspaper, the Four Emperors' Crews entrenched in the New World, before the newspaper arrived, already knew about Fire Fist Ace's impending execution through their respective intelligence networks.
Moby Dick, bow of the whale ship.
The strongest man in the world, Whitebeard Edward Newgate, sat majestically on his throne.
This legendary pirate, who once roared across the four seas, now had IV drips hanging from his arm.
Ever since Ace went missing, Whitebeard had been distracted and worried every day.
Coupled with Shanks' previous assessment of Blackbeard Teach, a shadow was cast over his heart.
Sure enough, his worst fears had finally come true.
After Ace was defeated by Blackbeard, he was exchanged with the Marine for Blackbeard to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.
Others couldn't see the Marine's purpose in publicly executing Ace, but Whitebeard, who knew Ace's true identity, how could he not see it?
"Pops, we absolutely cannot stand by and watch Ace be killed by the Marine!!"
"That's right, Pops, give the order, we'll storm Naval Headquarters and rescue Ace!!"
"Ace is our nakama, no one can harm him!!"
"Pops, we'll fight the Marine to the death!!"
"And that bastard Teach, he must not be forgiven!!"
"That's right, Teach must pay the price!!"
"933."
The Whitebeard Pirates members brandished their swords, filled with righteous indignation.
Voices full of fighting spirit and anger echoed through the sky.
If it were any other Pirate Crew, when facing the behemoth that is Naval Headquarters, they might shrink back and give up.
But they are the Whitebeard Pirates, who prioritize family and nakama!
"Gurararararara, sons, well said!!!"
Whitebeard burst out laughing, tearing off the various tubes on his body, and suddenly stood up, "Since the Marine has taken the initiative to provoke war, we will play with them to the very end!!"
"Little ones, contact the Captains of the fifty-two affiliated Pirate Crews, our war with the Marine is about to begin!!"
Whitebeard's resonant voice echoed in the air, full of Haki.
The Division Commanders immediately sprang into action, their den den mushi smoking from overuse.
In just one hour, all the Captains of the Whitebeard Pirates' affiliated Pirate Crews responded to Whitebeard's call, setting off from the six seas, heading straight for Sabaody Archipelago.
Here, with a wave of Whitebeard's hand, the Moby Dick set sail!!
Totto Land, Cake Island.
"Mama, news just came that the Whitebeard Pirates have left their base, presumably preparing to go to war with the Marine." The eldest son, Perospero, stood respectfully beside Big Mom, reporting the latest news.
Big Mom:... "Mama, the war between the Whitebeard Pirates and the Marine will undoubtedly result in both sides suffering heavy losses. Why don't we seize this opportunity to take over Whitebeard's territory?!"
"Even if Whitebeard can return alive, he won't have the strength to confront us head-on then."
Big Mom:
Perospero and many ministers beside him gritted their teeth in anxiety, as this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Big Mom Pirates.
But Big Mom was just staring blankly at Reynold's photo on the table, not listening to a word they said.
Forget it, let it be destroyed.
Wano Country, Onigashima.
"Wororororororo... Little ones, this is an opportunity not to be missed!"
Kaido, upon learning of Whitebeard's departure from his base, immediately gathered his forces.
Even Perospero could see the situation, so how could he, as a Yonko, not see it?
Whitebeard's departure would undoubtedly lead to a grim outcome.
This was the Beasts Pirates' chance, and no one could stop him!!
"Little ones, go and seize all of Whitebeard's territory!!!"
"Oh oh oh!!!"
Under Kaido's leadership, the Beasts Pirates left Onigashima and headed majestically towards Whitebeard's base.
At the same time.
The Red Hair Pirates, led by Shanks, set sail on the Red Force.
"Boss, is Whitebeard really going to war with the Marine?!" The sniper Yasopp asked with a frown.
Shanks gazed at the vast, endless sea ahead and nodded, "The Whitebeard Pirates have already set off. I didn't expect things to be worse than we imagined."
"Blackbeard's ambition probably doesn't stop there." Benn Beckman slowly exhaled a smoke ring, his gaze deep and profound.
"Whatever his purpose, our top priority now is to stop certain guys from causing trouble." Shanks snorted coldly, the image of Kaido of the Beasts appearing in his mind.
"Boss, are you saying Kaido will take this opportunity to expand?!" Lucky Roux voiced his guess.
Shanks nodded slightly.
If he didn't cause trouble at a critical moment, he wouldn't be Kaido.
"Let's go, we'll meet those guys from the Beasts Pirates!!"
Three days later.
As Sengoku instructed, Marine Vice Admiral Momonga successfully arrived at Amazon Lily and issued a mandatory summons to Hancock, who was one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.
On the way there, Momonga had been anxious.
After all, Hancock was someone who would listen to orders but not necessarily follow them.
Who would have thought that the whole process would be unexpectedly smooth?
When he informed Hancock of his purpose, Hancock agreed almost without thinking to go to Naval Headquarters to participate in Ace's execution.
Although Momonga had doubts, he didn't dwell on them.
However, Hancock proposed one condition: she wanted to visit Impel Down to see Ace.
Momonga hesitated for a moment but still called Sengoku, and after receiving Sengoku's approval.
A marine warships in front, the Perfume Yuda behind, and the ark maxim above, the three ships all headed towards the impregnable Impel Down.
The one controlling the ark maxim was, of course, Nami.
Crew members: Robin, Tashigi, Perona, Marguerite, Doll, Kalifa.
As for the other girls, they remained on Amazon Lily.
On the other side, Sabaody Archipelago was exceptionally lively these past few days.
One reason was that it was a necessary route for most people heading to the New World.
The second reason was that Sabaody Archipelago was the last place Reynold appeared, leading countless pirates, assassins, and Bounty Hunters to search for clues here, preparing to capture Reynold for a high bounty.
The third reason was that in a few days, Whitebeard Pirates 2nd Division Commander Fire Fist Ace would be publicly executed at Naval Headquarters.
Everyone could watch the live broadcast from Naval Headquarters through the large screens here.
The combination of these three factors led to Sabaody Archipelago being overcrowded these past few days.
Looking around, people were bustling, shoulder to shoulder.
In addition to most nameless individuals, some well-known figures also arrived.
For example, the recently famous Supernovas.
In these few days, the Pirate Crews of the eleven Supernovas successively arrived at Sabaody Archipelago and began activities in different areas.
The Marine's undercover agents lurking in Sabaody Archipelago, upon discovering them, immediately reported to Fleet Admiral Sengoku.
Sengoku had originally planned to send Admiral Kizaru to Sabaody Archipelago to capture all the Supernovas.
But seeing Kizaru's severed arm, he felt a little reluctant.
He could see that Kizaru was pretending to be fine on the surface, but he still hadn't recovered from the pain of losing his arm.
Weighing the pros and cons, Sengoku sent Vice Admiral Tsuru, Bartholomew Kuma, Sentomaru, five elite Naval Headquarters Vice Admirals, and several Pacifista to Sabaody Archipelago to capture the Supernovas.
Such a lineup was enough to show they were taken seriously.
(acei) Let's not mention Bartholomew Kuma of the Seven Warlords of the Sea; he could take them out with one slap each.
Next was Vice Admiral Tsuru; although she only held the rank of Vice Admiral, she was someone even Heavenly Yaksha Doflamingo feared.
With the Wash-Wash Fruit activated, the eleven young brats would instantly turn into eleven pieces of clothing.
As for why stronger people weren't sent.
Garp was in Impel Down Level Six, making his final farewell to Ace.
Marine Admiral Aokiji and Admiral Akainu were checking for final defensive loopholes with many generals, to prevent any unexpected situations when the Whitebeard Pirates attacked.
Whitebeard Pirates VS Supernovas, the importance of which need not be stated.
Thus, a high-spec marine warships departed from Naval Headquarters, rapidly heading towards Sabaody Archipelago.
Unlike the original story, ever since Reynold kidnapped Saint Charloss.
The Five Elders ordered all Celestial Dragons to absolutely not go to Sabaody Archipelago in the short term.
Because they couldn't guarantee that Reno wouldn't do something as deranged as kidnapping a Celestial Dragon again.
After all, once some things cross the threshold from zero to one, there are no more scruples.
Especially that madman Reno; he cannot be judged by common sense.
At the same time, Sabaody Archipelago, Area 13, Shakki's rip off bar.
"Reno, you're really bold. So many people outside are looking for you, yet you still dare to show up here!" Shakky, smoking a ladies' cigarette, looked at the man in front of her, trying to calm herself down.
Reno took a sip of rum and said indifferently, "Shakky, don't be so nervous. I won't hurt you. The reason Rayleigh is in this situation is his own doing."
Hearing this, Shakky sighed softly, her mind replaying her happy life with Rayleigh.
She had finally found an energetic old man, but now, everything was gone.
"Tell me, why are you here?" Feeling that Reno had no ill intentions, Shakky got straight to the point.
She wouldn't believe that Reno came here just for a drink.
"Looking for someone," Reno replied simply.
Shakky frowned slightly.
From her understanding of Reno, the person he was looking for was either a beautiful woman or an enemy.
Or, both.
"Reno, you..."
"Found her!"
Before Shakky could finish her sentence, Reno drained the rum in his glass, then suddenly stood up and walked out the door.
The moment Reno stepped out, a voice floated in.
"Shakky, if you have time, go back to Amazon Lily. Hancock and the other Kuja Warriors often talk about you."
Amazon Lily?!
Hancock?!
Shakky's pupils contracted slightly, then a bitter smile appeared on her face.
Are women favored by Reno truly unavoidable?
Even Hancock...
Redwood Area 22.
Inside a certain restaurant.
"Hahahahaha, delicious, truly delicious!"
"I'm not full yet, hurry up and bring me more food!"
Big Eater Bonney, with long pink hair and wearing overalls, ravenously devoured all the food in front of her, then shouted at the staff again.
"Boss, you've eaten a whole table's worth, and you're still not full?!"
"We don't have much money left."
Beside her, a subordinate touched his pocket, which was cleaner than his face, with a bitter expression.
She's clearly a beautiful Captain, how can she eat more than all of them men?!
If it got out that the Bonney Pirate Crew was eaten into poverty by their Captain, they would probably be laughed to death.
"Why are you talking so much nonsense?!" Bonney glared fiercely at her subordinate, then ungracefully stuffed an entire chicken leg into her mouth again.
"Hurry up and tell them to bring this old lady more food, or else I'll tear down their restaurant!" Bonney continued to loudly clamor.
"Captain, you really can't eat anymore. The remaining money is still useful, otherwise..."
"Bonney, follow me from now on, and eat as much as you want."
Before the subordinate could finish speaking, a tall man suddenly appeared in front of Bonney.
"Huh?! Who are you?!" Bonney was startled, not reacting immediately.
The surrounding subordinates recognized Reno and were so scared they broke out in a cold sweat, frantically winking at Bonney.
Looking at the messy table, Reno smiled slightly and said, "Let's go, I'll take you to a good place where you can eat your fill!"
After speaking, without waiting for Bonney to reply, he directly grabbed her shoulder and instantly teleported!
Watching their Captain disappear instantly, the other members of the Bonney Pirate Crew covered their faces and screamed, their eyeballs popping out a meter, as if they had seen a ghost.
Inside the airship's living room.
Bonney looked bewildered at the unfamiliar surroundings and... a dozen pairs of eyes staring at her.
The next second.
Ah!!!!
A sharp shriek, luckily the airship was soundproof.
"Captain, who is she?!"
"Reno, is she another beautiful woman you just subdued?! She's so pretty!"
"I'm Kaya, welcome to the Reno Pirates."
"..."
The women greeted Bonney very skillfully.
Don't find it strange.
Any woman brought back to the airship by Reno had only one outcome.
In the end, they all became sisters.
Bonney said nothing, only thinking they were crazy.
"You... you're Reno?!" The slow-witted Bonney finally recognized Reno's identity.
Reno smiled slightly, praising, "That's right."
"Carmen, make Bonney something to eat."
"Sara, Mikita, keep an eye on her, don't let her run away."
"Oh, and Bonney is a Devil Fruit Ability user; she can make anyone she touches older or younger, so be careful."
"I still have things to deal with, so I'm leaving first."
With that, Reno instantly teleported away again!
Just giving Sara and the others a heads-up was enough.
Although the girls staying on the airship weren't combatants, their current strength, hehe...
To be honest, those so-called Supernovas might not necessarily be able to defeat them.
"Little sister, you have to be obedient, or else, big sister will get angry."
The sexy Sara smiled at the wary Bonney, and with a whoosh, countless black spikes instantly grew on her body, extremely dangerous.
Reno returned to Sabaody Archipelago again, and his target this time was...
The Straw Hat Pirates in Area 1!
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