thefictionvixens Chapter 117 Deployment... Two Generals!
Chapter 117 Deployment... Two Generals!
Chapter 117 Deployment... Two Generals!
In his office at the Marine Headquarters, Sengoku listened intently to the World Government's orders with a serious expression.
Only after the Five Elders finished stating their demands did he nod and say, "Alright, I understand. I'll have Kizaru handle it; he's in the Sabaody Archipelago."
It just so happens that Kizaru is waiting for the Straw Hat Pirates in the Sabaody Archipelago, so taking care of Moria in the meantime is the same thing.
In terms of pursuit ability alone, Kizaru is the most powerful of the three admirals.
"No, let Akainu go," said Saint Vochuli. "And have Kizaru assist him as well."
"Akainu?"
Sengoku paused for a moment, then frowned and said, "I'm about to issue the call to arms for the Seven Warlords of the Sea. Why send out two admirals at this time?"
"just in case..
"There's no 'what if'!" Saint Vochuli interrupted, "Sengoku, with your strength, are you saying that you and Aokiji can't suppress the other Seven Warlords of the Sea?"
"What's more, Garp and the others are at Marine Headquarters!"
"Furthermore, it will take the Seven Warlords some time to assemble at Marine Headquarters, while Akainu will need even less time to reach the Sabaody Archipelago!"
Do I need to say anything more?
Gathering those unruly fellows won't be something that can be done in a day or two.
Therefore, Akainu has plenty of time.
Garp...
Sengoku's face was rather grim. This time, the person to be executed was his old friend's grandson. Why was he being asked to do it?
It's already a miracle he didn't directly defect from the Navy, let alone ask him to do anything?
These five old guys really dare to dream big.
Does the other party think that even if it were Garp's grandson who was being executed, Garp would still have to obey obediently?
These old guys... they really treat them like dogs?!
"What, is there a problem?" Sacred Vochuli asked coldly.
Garp, that bastard, adopted the son of the Pirate King Roger; the fact that they didn't pursue the matter is already giving the Navy enough face.
If the other side dares to cause trouble at this time, they wouldn't mind teaching this outlier who disrespects the World Government a lesson!
Sengoku's face contorted with rage, but he forced himself to suppress his fury and said, "Even so, is it really necessary to send out two generals at once?"
"I need to make sure this time is foolproof," said Saint Vochuli. "Sengoku, you should know what Moria's defection means."
"Yes, I know."
As a strategist, Sengoku could naturally think of anything the Five Elders could think of.
This is why he agreed to let Kizaru take action, but... the other party actually planned to have two admirals take action together?
Does Moria deserve it?
"Not only Moria, but I also need Akainu to bring back the Blood-Eyed Ninja!" Sacred Vochu added.
Upon hearing this, Sengoku immediately understood what Ochuri meant.
They're clearly after the benefits they've gained from this ninja!
If we could acquire that ability to control the ocean, the World Government would become even more powerful!
Therefore, even if it means deploying two top generals at this time, it would not be too much to ask.
But these five old guys don't consider the navy's situation at all?
What if something unexpected happens, such as the Whitebeard Pirates suddenly attacking the Marine Headquarters?
Are we expecting the Seven Warlords of the Sea to help them at this time?
It would be good enough if the other party didn't kick us when we're down!
Thinking of this, Sengoku was furious. The other side was completely disregarding the lives of the navy!
Seeing that Sengoku remained silent, Sacred Vochuri frowned and asked, "Sengoku?"
Sengoku took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and said, "Why does it have to be Akainu?"
Sengoku seemed to have vaguely sensed something.
"Last time at Enies Lobby, Aokiji let the Straw Hat Pirates escape. Do you think we'll let him go again?" Vochuli said, dissatisfied.
That bastard clearly possesses the power to freeze the ocean, yet the Straw Hat Pirates still managed to escape... This is clearly not right.
Although the reports submitted by Aokiji and the Navy later were flawless.
But... the other party's incompetence is also a fact!
Therefore, they could no longer send this guy to hunt down the enemy; they should just let him stay at Marine Headquarters.
Warring States Period
"Okay, I understand."
He was only curious about the Five Elders' purpose in sending Akainu; he wouldn't actually send Aokiji out on a mission.
After all... they need to prevent Whitebeard from bringing this to Marine Headquarters!
The opponent's ability to cause a tsunami is something that Aokiji needs to deal with.
Sacred Vocuri nodded in satisfaction and said, "Alright, that's settled. Carry out the order."
"Kaka~"
Seeing the call disconnected, Sengoku slammed his fist on the table.
"bump!!"
"These five old guys..."
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Looking at the table he had smashed with a hole in it, Sengoku's face was full of anger.
There's a limit to being willful!
But he also knew that the World Government's orders had to be carried out, so this time Akainu had to go.
I wonder if the World Government has other ideas.
He will retire soon, and his preferred successor is Aokiji.
But the World Government seems to look down on Aokiji... They value Akainu more than Aokiji.
While thinking about this, Sengoku sent a messenger to notify several important people to come to a meeting.
A moment later...
"bump!"
The door to the Warring States office was kicked open by a burly man, who stormed in aggressively.
"Garp?"
"The Warring States Period!!"
Garp glared angrily at Sengoku, then suddenly rushed in front of him, grabbing his clothes and yelling, "What the hell do you mean, you bastard?!"
"Why would you do something like that?"
"What do you mean?"
"Damn it, don't play dumb with me!" Garp roared. "Don't tell me the public execution wasn't your order."
At this moment, Garp was filled with rage.
Ace accepted his fate of being captured because he was not strong enough, and even if he were killed, he would not do anything about it.
But... that bastard from the Warring States period actually planned to publicly execute him?
He can't stand this at all. What will Luffy do when he finds out?
What will Dadan do if she finds out?
Seeing that Sengoku remained silent, Garp roared, "Damn it, stop pretending to be mute!"
"It's an order from the World Government."
"Little Crane?"
Garp glanced at Vice Admiral Tsuru standing at the door and asked, "What do you mean by 'an order from the World Government'?"
Vice Admiral Tsuru did not answer, but instead closed the door first, and finally looked at Garp and said, "The World Government intends to use this incident to dampen the arrogance of the pirates."
"If we could keep Whitebeard at Marine Headquarters, it would be of great significance to the entire world."
"That's not right either..."
"Karp, you should understand that none of us can change this order."
Garp fell silent upon hearing Vice Admiral Tsuru's words.
He knew that what the other party said was true; the order issued by the World Government was indeed something that their navy could not change.
Moreover... from the Navy's perspective, if they could use this incident to eliminate Whitebeard, it would raise the Navy's morale to a terrifying level.
This is of great benefit to the navy, whether for recruiting soldiers or for maintaining world stability.
Thinking of this, Garp gradually loosened his grip on Sengoku's hand.
Seeing Garp looking somewhat lost and dejected, Sengoku felt a pang of pity, but he quickly concealed it.
A merciful general cannot command an army!
As a naval admiral, he must consider issues from the navy's perspective!
This operation concerns the lives of 100,000 people, and he cannot act rashly.
Thinking of this, Sengoku said, "Garp, remember your identity..."
"I know!" Garp interrupted Sengoku, "Of course I know I'm a Marine!"
"Otherwise, do you think I would have come here to tell you all this?!"
If he weren't a naval hero, carrying the weight of naval justice, he would have already stormed into the underwater prison alone to rescue his grandson.
But he knew he couldn't do that, and he shouldn't do that.
Now he is not only a vice admiral, but also an idol for many young naval personnel!
If he betrays us, what a blow it will be to the Navy.
Moreover... as a naval officer, he carried the burden of justice his entire life, and it was impossible for him to do such a thing.
But... at this moment, Garp felt that the two words on his back were incredibly heavy, so heavy that they made it hard for him to breathe.
"What else did the World Government say during the Warring States period?"
"Fire Fist Ace, full name Portgas D. Ace, his mother's name is Portgas D. Rouge, and his father's name is..."
"Alright, that's enough."
Garp closed his eyes in pain, looking as if he had aged many years in that instant.
No wonder the World Government did this; it wasn't just because of Whitebeard... I didn't expect even Ace's identity to be exposed.
The World Government's purpose in doing this was most likely to use the fact that Ace was Roger's son to demoralize the pirates.
"Alright, now that you all know Ace is Roger's son, then arrest me too."
"Garp!!"
"I adopted Roger's son, so in their eyes I should be a damned criminal, shouldn't I!"
Looking at the furious Garp, Sengoku said, "They wouldn't have given this order if they hadn't done so."
"You are a naval hero, you were, you are, and you will be."
"Click!"
Garp's forehead veins bulged, and the anger in his heart almost overflowed from his eyes.
If he weren't a Marine, he'd be rushing to Mary Geoise right now and wiping out all that trash!
"These scumbags are really..."
"Garp!"
"What's wrong with me swearing a little?!" Garp said. "Even if it's not in front of you, what can they do to me if I swear at those five old guys?"
"Arrest me if you dare!"
After saying that, Garp stormed off toward the door.
Where are you going?
"I need to go see my grandson at Impel Down." Garp stopped and said, "What, you won't even let me?"
"Fleet Admiral!"
"Garp, you...."
"Let him go, Sengoku," said Vice Admiral Tsuru.
Sengoku opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing, watching Garp open the door and leave.
After closing the door, Vice Admiral Tsuru looked at Sengoku and said, "Why did you do this?"
"If I don't make things clear to him now, he'll definitely go to the Holy Land," Sengoku said. "He might beat me up if he stays with me, but if he angers the Five Elders, it won't be good if they target Garp."
"Don't forget, Garp adopted Roger's son!"
Sengoku knew very well that although the World Government might not care about Garp being a little willful because of his status,
But if he crosses the line, even if he is a naval hero, he will be held accountable.
Sengoku didn't want to see this happen, so it was better to make things clear to Garp here.
After letting out a silent sigh, Sengoku glanced out the window, thinking to himself, "Old buddy, don't do anything rash..."
Although he believed in Garp's character, after all, he was still his grandson.
I just hope the other party won't do anything irrational in a fit of anger.
"I believe Garp won't do anything irrational," said Vice Admiral Tsuru, who had taken his seat.
Zhan Guo nodded. Hao Lie had been an old friend of his for decades, so he naturally knew Hao Lie's character very well.
But it was precisely because he understood that he knew how much torment Garp was going through at that moment.
But he had no choice; being in that position, there were certain things he had to do.
A moment later, a knock on the door drew the attention of the two people.
"Knock knock knock".
"Come in."
"Halala".
As Aokiji walked in, the first thing he noticed was the table with a hole punched in it.
"Mr. Zhan Guo's table is...."
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"Ah, this little guy stepped on it by accident," Sengoku said without changing his expression.
Aokiji: ....
Aokiji glanced at the sheep eating the newspaper beside him, and his lips twitched.
Is the other party taking him for a fool?
It was probably because of Mr. Garp who had just stormed off in a huff. Come to think of it... it was the first time he had ever seen Mr. Garp so angry.
"Is it because of Fire Fist Ace?" Aokiji murmured to himself.
For the Navy's high command, the fact that Ace is Garp's grandson is no longer a secret.
Now, the Navy is going to publicly execute Mr. Garp's grandson...::: The fact that they didn't directly attack Mr. Sengoku is already a great show of restraint.
However, Aokiji didn't say anything. Since Sengoku-sensei didn't intend to say anything, he couldn't say anything either.
It seems being a Fleet Admiral isn't easy.
After Aokiji took his seat, Akainu also arrived, but he didn't say anything, only glanced at the hole before looking away.
Everyone here is incredibly strong, so breaking some furniture when we're angry is perfectly normal.
While wanting to watch, Akainu sat down in his seat.
"I wonder what business the Warring States Marshal has with us?"
"The Shichibukai summons will be issued soon, summoning those unruly fellows to Marine Headquarters," Sengoku said. "To prevent these guys from causing trouble, we need to step up our defenses. At the same time, to prevent Whitebeard from launching a tsunami attack... Kuzan, I need you to keep a close eye on the situation."
"clear."
Aokiji nodded, without making any excuses.
Whitebeard's Devil Fruit ability is very powerful, possessing the ability to create sea earthquakes. If he were to trigger a terrifying tsunami, it could potentially destroy the Marine Headquarters.
That's why his importance is evident.
"Where's Borsalino?" Akainu suddenly asked.
"He's in Sabaody Archipelago and hasn't returned yet."
"This guy."
Akainu frowned. Had he still not caught the Straw Hat Pirates?
Or did those guys never go to the Sabaody Archipelago at all?
That shouldn't be the case. Pirates of this type shouldn't be intimidated by the New World.
Could it be that we entered a new world from somewhere else?
"We'll talk about Borsalino later," Sengoku said. "Sakazuki, there's something I need you to do now."
"What is it?"
"Gecko Moria, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, has defected. The World Government has assigned you to kill him."
"Defected?" Akainu was taken aback at first, then sneered and said, "The Seven Warlords of the Sea are indeed unreliable."
"I understand, I'll take him down."
He never thought much of these pirates, believing they would cause trouble sooner or later.
After all... a thief is a thief!!
Today, I see that it's exactly as he thought; the Seven Warlords of the Sea are indeed up to something again!
Aokiji looked puzzled. Why would that guy defect for no reason?
Are you tired of living?
Perhaps noticing the confusion on Aokiji's face, Sengoku explained, "After Moria was defeated by the Straw Hat Pirates, the World Government took the opportunity to invite the Straw Hat Pirates to become the new Shichibukai, but they refused."
"After regaining his senses and learning about this incident, Moria decisively chose to abandon his title as a Shichibukai and fought a fierce battle with Kuma."
"After that, Moria disappeared without a trace after sinking the Devil's Triangle sail."
"And now, all you have to do is go to the vicinity of the Sabaody Archipelago, find Moria, and kill him!"
This last sentence was said by Sengoku to Akainu.
Akainu didn't say anything, he just nodded to indicate that he understood.
Moria was nothing more than a threat to him.
"The Sabaody Archipelago...::::," Aokiji said, "Isn't Borsalino there?"
"That brings up another issue," Sengoku said. "The World Government takes the Straw Hat Pirates very seriously!"
"Therefore, after defeating Moria, Sakazuki needs to cooperate with Borsalino to block the Straw Hat Pirates in the Sabaody Archipelago."
"Those guys will definitely go to the Sabaody Archipelago after they defeat Moria."
"The World Government's order is to kill the others and bring back the Blood-Eyed Ninja, Xiyan, alive."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately understood the World Government's intention: they clearly coveted the power to manipulate seawater!
Aokiji, in particular, having witnessed the opponent's Water Release techniques firsthand, knew very well how terrifying that power was.
However... sending two top generals at once is quite extravagant.
"Arrest people.::"
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Akainu's face darkened. He, a dignified Marine Admiral, was actually ordered to do such a thing?
It's one thing to need to capture those damned pirates alive... but to actually need to work with Borsalino?
Just to capture a small Straw Hat Pirates crew?
How much does the World Government look down on the Navy Admirals?
"Execute the command."
"Yes," Akainu said with a dark face.
"If we could get our hands on his ninja secrets, it would be of great help to our navy," Vice Admiral Tsuru suddenly said.
The World Government only asked him to bring the person back alive, but it didn't say that the Navy couldn't do anything to the pirate in the process.
She believed that Akainu wouldn't refuse something that could enhance the Navy's strength.
After all... this way, we can kill more pirates!
The Warring States period did not refute this, which can be considered as tacit acceptance of the matter.
The World Government asks them to do things, and it's fine for them to get some benefits in return. Even if the Five Elders find out, they can't really find fault with them.
Why didn't the other party specifically mention this?
Besides, a stronger navy would also benefit the World Government, wouldn't it?
"I understand, but I'll say it again," Akainu said, "Don't have too high hopes."
If the opponent's ability truly stems from bloodline, then the Navy will gain no benefit whatsoever.
"Let's do our best," Lieutenant General Tsuru said. "It's better than doing nothing."
Akainu nodded without saying anything.
"You don't have much time," Sengoku said. "You must return to Marine Headquarters with Borsalino before the execution officially begins."
Recalling the timing of this execution, Akainu nodded and said, "Okay, I understand."
Upon closer examination, the time he had to capture Moria was indeed extremely limited.
But it doesn't matter. As long as he can get the guy's location, he can kill him in less than an hour.
Akainu was very confident in his own strength.
"Let's go," Sengoku said. "The faster the better."
Akainu didn't waste any words and got up to leave.
After watching the other party leave, Sengoku murmured to himself, "I hope this war goes smoothly."
This time, we must keep that old man Whitebeard at Marine Headquarters!
"Now let's discuss the details," said Lieutenant General Tsuru.
"Hasn't the tactic already been decided?"
"It's always good to do more research," Sengoku said earnestly. "Kuzan, this concerns the lives of 100,000 people."
"You need to learn to think more."
Kuzan paused for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay, I understand."