RNP Chapter 172 The War Between the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates
Chapter 172 The War Between the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates
On Egghead Island, wave after wave of Conqueror's Haki surged into the sky, shaking the entire sky and causing the clouds to churn and the sea to surge.
"Five?! Seven Conqueror's Haki!!"
The Whitebeard Pirates, who were being intercepted by Kizaru's fleet, looked at the island in shock.
Not only was Kizaru staring wide-eyed back at Egghead Island, but even Whitebeard Newgate was shocked.
However, the thought that it might be the arrival of all five elders immediately strengthened Kizaru's confidence.
In that case, even if the Luo Ji Pirates have already invaded Egghead Island, they will not escape the Five Elders' encirclement and suppression.
Luo Ji probably didn't expect that Satan Saint was on Egghead Island.
A slight smile appeared on Kizaru's lips.
That damned bastard Luo Ji who spread rumors about him is going to suffer a big fall on Egghead Island today.
The entire army will be wiped out here in no time!
Satan successfully summoned all five elders this time; it seems like this battle is in the bag!
"Dad!! Luo Ji and the others have already stormed the island!"
"Oh no! The Luo Ji World Group may have been ambushed by the Five Elders!!"
"We must go save them!"
Fire Fist Ace shouted anxiously at Whitebeard.
He never expected that Luo Ji, who could foresee the future, would be cornered on the island by the Five Elders.
This was completely beyond his expectations.
I thought this would be a simple battle of plunder, to capture the world's greatest scientist, Vegapunk, and then treat Whitebeard.
As a result, this technological island was not only guarded by Admiral Kizaru and a large number of warships, but even the Five Elders had all arrived!
"Whitebeard!! Are you sure you want to go to war with the World Government and the Marine Headquarters for the sake of the Luo Ji Pirates?!"
"Luo Ji is not your son, you don't need to risk your lives for him!"
Upon hearing Fire Fist Ace's voice, Kizaru immediately began to threaten and persuade him.
If we can persuade Whitebeard to leave, that would be a small achievement.
After all, the Whitebeard Pirates' strength should not be underestimated. Kizaru and the other vice admirals behind him simply couldn't stop this Yonko pirate crew.
It's best to avoid fighting if possible, to minimize casualties.
Moreover, after persuading the Whitebeard Pirates to leave, Kizaru was able to return and help the Five Elders completely defeat the Luo Ji Pirates.
"Dad..."
Fire Fist Ace shouted anxiously, he couldn't just watch his good friend Luo Ji die at the hands of the Five Elders.
"Quiet down, Ace!!"
Whitebeard's expression was somewhat uncertain at this moment; the changes in events had completely deviated from the plan.
To be honest, Whitebeard was unwilling to put his many sons in danger in order to cure his own illness.
If attacking this technological island had been simpler, he would have followed his son's wishes.
But it's really too dangerous here now.
With Kizaru and the Five Elders combined, Whitebeard dared not take any risks.
His current physical condition is simply not capable of supporting a large-scale war.
Moreover, the fate of the Luo Ji Pirates has nothing to do with the Whitebeard Pirates.
The other division commanders of the Whitebeard Pirates, seeing that the impulsive Ace still wanted to speak, all held him down.
This matter is indeed very difficult to handle, and has escalated into a war with the World Government and the Five Elders.
Many squad leaders have already considered retreating.
It's really not worth risking your life for the Luo Ji Pirates.
Blackbeard Teach, positioned towards the back of the Whitebeard Pirates' second division, had a glint in his eye.
'As expected, one shouldn't be too high-profile! Luo Ji, that arrogant guy, was targeted by the World Government and was thus brought to an end, without even securing his position as one of the Five Emperors.'
It's a pity about the Pluton blueprints in the hands of the Luo Ji Pirates, those powerful Devil Fruit users, and Luo Ji's prophetic abilities!
Teach felt a mix of schadenfreude and regret. If he had Luo Ji's prophetic abilities and powerful subordinates, he would definitely have done a better job than that arrogant brat Luo Ji!
Fate is so unfair!
All the good stuff went to that greenhorn Luo Ji.
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“Ace, the island is indeed too dangerous, but we can keep this flashy guy occupied for Luo Ji.”
"Didn't you say that Luo Ji has the power of prophecy? You should believe in the Luo Ji World Group."
"Maybe they have their own plans!"
"There is a very high chance they can leave safely!"
Whitebeard pondered for a long time, not wanting to risk going to the island, nor wanting to disappoint Ace.
That was all he could say to Ace.
The now-aging Whitebeard doesn't even want to fight the Beasts Pirates to avenge Kozuki Oden, which would result in the deaths of many of his sons.
For this reason, he refused Izou and Ace's numerous requests.
Moreover, they are now the Five Elders and the Navy, which are even more powerful than the Beasts Pirates.
"Dad..."
Fire Fist Ace looked at Whitebeard with a complicated expression, but he hated his own strength even more.
He really couldn't drag the Whitebeard Pirates into the war just for the sake of his friend Luo Ji.
If he were strong enough, he could rescue Luo Ji alone as a friend.
"Ace, trust Luo Ji!"
Marco the Phoenix already knew what his father was thinking, so he could only put his arm around Ace's shoulder to comfort him.
He also cherished this opportunity to treat the white-bearded old man.
If the Luo Ji World Crew had joined them first, the Healing Fruit user could have treated Whitebeard first.
Perhaps he wouldn't have acted so impulsively, venturing onto the island alone and ending up surrounded by the Five Elders.
"Alright! Let's hold off these marines for Luo Ji! Hopefully, it will relieve some of the pressure on them!!"
Fire Fist Ace was engulfed in flames as he glared fiercely at Kizaru and the other Marines.
"Oh, this is troublesome. Do we still have to fight?"
Seeing the Whitebeard Pirates' fighting spirit reignited, Kizaru was immediately at his wit's end.
Although the Whitebeard Pirates had given up on rescuing the Luo Ji Pirates, they still wanted to cause trouble here so that he could not return to help.
In that case, Kizaru will still get beaten up by the Whitebeard Pirates.
He just hoped that Whitebeard wouldn't take action himself, so he could just relax and chat with the division commanders of the Whitebeard Pirates.
The balance of power in the war was handed over to the Five Elders on Egghead Island and the Luo Ji World Group.
"Can we please not fight? Everyone, please don't make a move..."
Kizaru wanted to discuss some terms: a peaceful standoff, without fighting, would be fine.
To avoid causing greater danger and casualties.
It wouldn't be good if things really escalated!
"Marco, Ace, you two go and deal with Kizaru. Get some training."
Whitebeard gave the order directly: while Ace was in a state of anger and fighting spirit, it was the perfect opportunity to train Ace's combat abilities.
Let him see clearly the gap between himself and a naval admiral.
"Okay!" x2
Marco the Phoenix and Ace the Fire Fist instantly transformed into two flames, one blue and one orange, and charged towards Kizaru.
"The Whitebeard Pirates are attacking!!"
Vice Admiral Red King on the naval fleet immediately shouted, ordering all naval personnel to prepare for war.
When Kizaru saw that Whitebeard hadn't personally taken action, his expression relaxed slightly.
As long as it's not Whitebeard, one of the Four Emperors, who makes a move, I can handle the attacks from these division commanders.
"Let these marines see the might of the Whitebeard Pirates!!"
Diamond Jozu and Vista, these combat-type squad leaders, were all full of momentum, ready to engage in hand-to-hand combat with this naval fleet.
More warships emerged from the port and shore.
The war between the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates broke out suddenly, plunging into endless shouts and battle cries.
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