One could say that Byrnndi World's ability was practically the perfect match for the Pluton battleship.
If he truly managed to build Pluton, then even Is would likely find it extremely troublesome to deal with.
"If a pirate obtains the blueprint for Pluton, will it pose a threat to us?"
Unohana Retsu asked.
After all, Pluton was one of the Three Ancient Weapons, rumored to possess the power to destroy the world.
No matter what, it was something created centuries ago.
If they ever faced it, even she didn't think she could withstand it.
"If he successfully builds the Pluton battleship, then even we might face total annihilation."
Is calmly picked up an apple as he spoke.
"That serious?"
Unohana inhaled sharply.
"Then should we stop him, Is?"
The Old Heavenly Master stroked his beard and asked solemnly.
"We don't even know where he is right now. How exactly are we supposed to stop him?"
Is spread his hands helplessly.
"So there's no solution?"
"How could there not be?"
"The structure of a ship is extremely complex."
"Not to mention a battleship capable of destroying the world."
"To build it would take at least several months—possibly even longer."
"Beyond that, he'll need to recruit a large number of highly skilled shipwrights. Finding those people alone will waste considerable time."
"Within those few months, the Marines and World Government will eventually uncover clues."
"And once they find him…"
"Killing him won't be difficult, will it?"
Is explained calmly.
If Byrnndi World truly managed to construct Pluton, the world would face disaster.
Even Is wasn't confident he could oppose it.
But the problem was—
World had to survive long enough to actually build the battleship.
Otherwise, everything was meaningless.
"That makes sense."
Yoriichi Tsugikuni nodded while flipping through the newspaper.
"Don't worry. Leave stopping him to the Marines."
"Byrnndi World's ambition to build Pluton is destined to fail."
Since Is had eliminated Rocks during the God Valley incident, the Marines hadn't suffered major losses.
Their military strength was still near its peak.
Handling one Byrnndi World wasn't impossible.
And it wouldn't only be the Marines and World Government trying to stop him—
Other pirates certainly would too.
…
The news that Byrnndi World had killed Tom in Water 7 and stolen Pluton's blueprint shocked numerous Marine and World Government officials.
An emergency meeting was immediately convened in Mary Geoise.
"I never imagined the blueprint for Pluton would be in the hands of a shipwright."
Fleet Admiral Kong sighed heavily.
No one had expected that the blueprint for one of the Three Ancient Weapons—
A weapon capable of destroying the world—
Had been hidden in Water 7.
"Byrnndi World's ability is troublesome."
"If he succeeds in constructing Pluton…"
"The consequences would be unimaginable."
Sengoku adjusted his glasses and spoke gravely.
Pluton was said to destroy the world.
Though that was likely exaggerated, the claim that one shell could obliterate an island wasn't baseless.
If Byrnndi World applied his ability to Pluton—
Amplifying the size of its projectiles dozens of times—
Then perhaps even the Red Line could be blasted apart.
"Finding clues about him won't be easy."
"That guy is definitely hiding somewhere constructing the ship right now."
For once, even Garp looked unusually serious.
Though he normally acted carefree,
This matter involved the balance of the entire world.
He had no choice but to take it seriously.
"Damn it."
"That pirate kept such a low profile in the New World."
"Why did his first major move have to create such enormous trouble for us?"
"Yeah…"
"This is destined to be a difficult problem."
"But we have to stop him."
"Otherwise the consequences will be catastrophic."
Tsuru, who had remained silent while deep in thought, suddenly spoke:
"Although I've never seen Pluton's blueprint…"
"The Pluton battleship was built eight hundred years ago through the combined efforts of all shipwrights in Water 7."
"If Byrnndi World wants to build it…"
"A handful of people won't be enough."
"So he'll inevitably need to capture shipwrights."
"Tsuru, you're a genius!"
After hearing her analysis, the gloom on Sengoku's face finally lifted.
He burst into laughter and praised her.
Her meaning was already clear.
"In other words…"
"Byrnndi World will return to Water 7 to capture shipwrights and force them to build the ship."
Another high-ranking Marine suddenly realized.
"It seems we now understand both his motives and objectives."
As those words fell,
The previously heavy atmosphere in the meeting room eased.
Several people even smiled faintly.
The blueprint for a world-destroying weapon like Pluton would undoubtedly be extraordinarily complicated.
A large number of skilled shipwrights would be necessary.
And only Water 7 truly met those requirements—
After all, it was the world's most famous center of shipbuilding.
…
"Station personnel throughout Water 7."
"As long as anyone suspicious appears, arrest them immediately and interrogate them."
Kong issued the order solemnly.
"Let me go, Kong."
"I haven't had any worthwhile missions lately anyway."
Garp volunteered.
Several other Marine officials agreed as well.
Including Garp, a total of four Marine Vice Admirals would head to Water 7 together.
Byrnndi World likely wouldn't personally appear to abduct shipwrights.
He'd send subordinates.
Therefore, the Marines didn't need to dispatch too many top-tier fighters.
As long as enough soldiers guarded every region of Water 7—
Capturing Byrnndi World's crew members would only be a matter of time.
…
Somewhere in the New World.
A massive ship sailed across the sea.
Its name—
The Oro Jackson.
The ship of the Roger Pirates.
Its primary material was the Treasure Tree Adam.
And the designer and builder of the vessel had been none other than the world-renowned shipwright—
Fish-Man Tom.
The moment Roger saw the day's news,
His expression darkened instantly.
"That damned Byrnndi World…"
The usually cheerful and carefree Roger rarely showed such emotion.
His own ship had been designed and built by Tom.
Back then, Roger hadn't had enough money to buy wood from the Treasure Tree Adam.
Tom had paid for it himself.
Roger had always been deeply grateful.
The two got along extremely well.
To Roger—
Tom had long since become a friend.
And now,
His friend had been murdered by Byrnndi World.
How could he remain calm?
"That damned Byrnndi World…"
"He killed Mr. Tom just to obtain the blueprint for Pluton."
Scopper Gaban looked at the newspaper and spoke grimly.
"The blueprint for a battleship capable of destroying the world is now in his hands."
"If he succeeds in building Pluton…"
"His threat level may surpass even Rocks by several times."
Rayleigh adjusted his glasses and analyzed calmly.
"Captain Roger, what should we do?"
"Should we stop Byrnndi World?"
One crew member asked.
Though the Roger Pirates and Byrnndi World were both pirates—
If Byrnndi World succeeded in constructing Pluton,
He might even gain the power to dominate the world.
At that point—
Even they might be forced to submit beneath him.
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