Publicly Executing a Shichibukai
Marineford - Supreme Strategy Conference Room
Just as everyone was about to adjourn the meeting, the conference room door was pushed open, and an intelligence officer quickly walked to Sengoku's side, leaned down and whispered a few words in his ear.
Sengoku paused slightly, then looked up at Roy with a hint of surprise. "A blind man has come to the Harbor... specifically asking to see you."
Upon hearing this, Roy's eyes narrowed slightly, but a smile appeared on his lips, "You guys wait here for a bit."
Before he finished speaking, his figure transformed into a spatial vortex and vanished from everyone's sight in an instant.
The sea breeze swept through the Harbor, whipping Roy's Justice Coat.
Not far away, a tall man stood quietly, his purple kimono fluttering in the wind, his Cane Sword tapping the ground, his face serene.
Those eyes, seemingly devoid of light, drooped slightly, yet gave one the illusion that they were being seen through.
"Mr. Yixiao."
Roy approached slowly, his smile carrying a deeper meaning. "It seems you've made up your mind?"
With a slight smile and a raised head, though blind, he seemed to "see" Roy's gaze. "I have traveled half my life and witnessed all the suffering in the world."
"I've come here today to witness firsthand whether the navy can truly end the chaos on this sea."
Roy chuckled softly, "Then come with me."
"Whoosh--!"
A spatial rift opened in the center of the conference room, and Roy and Yixiao's figures appeared simultaneously.
The eyes of the naval high command all fell on the unfamiliar man.
A look of seriousness flashed across Sengoku's eyes, Garp's fist clenched instinctively, and Zephyr's pupils contracted slightly.
The Three Admirals were all on edge, even their breathing became shallow.
This person is very strong!
His aura was deep and profound, calm as the seabed, yet it carried an invisible sense of oppression that made one's hair stand on end involuntarily.
The New Generation exchanged bewildered glances. Enel's gaze sharpened, lightning crackling deep within his pupils. "This guy... is no ordinary person."
Luo tried to use his Observation Haki to investigate, but it felt like he had run into an invisible mountain. His heart sank and cold sweat broke out on his forehead.
Amidst the crowd's doubts and wariness, Roy smiled gently, "Everyone, let me introduce myself—"
"This is Mr. Issho, Devil Fruit User."
"From today onwards, he will participate in this operation as Rear Admiral."
"Boom!"
The meeting room erupted in chaos!
Sengoku suddenly stood up. "What?!"
Garp frowned, his eyes wide. "Hey... brat, are you trying to drive that dragon to its death?!"
Even the New Generation was dumbfounded. He simply smiled, raised one hand, and lightly tapped the ground with his Cane Sword.
"Buzz!!"
An invisible Gravity Field suddenly spread out, and a low tremor came from the floor of the entire conference room, making the air feel incredibly heavy.
However, the tables, chairs, teacups, documents... all remained completely still!
Everyone present felt an immense pressure weighing on their shoulders, as if a mountain had descended from the sky.
Sengoku's gaze changed in an instant—this level of control over Devil Fruits, precise enough to affect only living beings...
Roy glanced around at everyone, a half-smile playing on his lips, "Now, is there anyone still questioning this?"
He looked at Sengoku, a meaningful glint in his eyes. "Fleet Admiral, it seems Kaido won't be able to escape this time."
After a moment of silence, Sengoku took a deep breath, sat back down in his chair, and tapped his fingers heavily on the table.
"Mr. Yixiao."
Welcome to the Navy!
"You and Kuzan will jointly lead this operation!"
The following morning, the newspaper delivered by the World Economy News Paper was like a thunderclap, instantly igniting the entire ocean.
[Shocking! Hanafuda, Shichibukai, has been stripped of his title for colluding with Pirates and massacring civilians! The Navy will publicly execute him on Hachinosu in a week!]
The bold black text in the main body is alarming:
After a thorough investigation by the Marine Headquarters, it was discovered that the former Shichibukai "Hanafuda" had been secretly funding the "Four Emperors" [Beasts Pirates] with large quantities of weapons and military supplies for many years, and had repeatedly assisted them in attacking Marine Branches and innocent towns, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of civilians.
There is even more conclusive evidence that Hanafuda abused the privileges of the Shichibukai in an attempt to overthrow the monarchy of Dressrosa and forcibly seize the Tontatta Tribe princess.
Given that his crimes were a grave violation of the duties of Shichibukai, the World Government has officially stripped him of his title and sentenced him to death.
Fleet Admiral Sengoku solemnly declared, "The premise of the Seven Warlords of the Sea system is to maintain order on the seas; any traitor will be subject to the most severe punishment!"
"This execution will be carried out publicly on Hachinosu in the New World a week from now, led by an Admiral and two lieutenant Vice Admiral, as a warning to others!"
The news spread throughout the New World in an instant, and countless taverns, docks, and markets were instantly abuzz with excitement.
"The Shichibukai are colluding with Pirates?! Isn't this system designed to combat Pirates?!"
"Well done, Navy! That bastard should have been executed long ago!!"
"A public execution... Hachinosu is going to be quite a spectacle in a week!"
"Do you think the Beasts Pirates will come to storm the execution ground?!"
The Seven Warlords of the Sea system was already highly controversial, and now the Navy's public execution of traitors has undoubtedly boosted public Trust in the Navy!
Kuraigana Island
Mihawk put down the newspaper, his golden eyes as calm as a lake. "Boring."
With his Black Blade, Night Returns to Sheath, he turned and walked towards the Castle, his aloof figure disappearing into the shadows.
Amazon Lily
Boa Hancock's red lips curled slightly, her snort filled with contempt, "Foolish man."
She lightly touched the Hanafuda portrait on the newspaper with her slender finger, then suddenly thought of a certain figure, her heart trembled slightly, and she looked away.
Thriller Bark
Moria stared at the headline, his massive body trembling, cold sweat pouring down his back. "Hey, hey, hey, the Navy actually dares to execute Shichibukai?!"
He glared at his men. "Hey! Lately... you haven't been arresting civilians, have you?"
The men shook their heads frantically. "Absolutely not! We sent the zombies to mine as you instructed!"
Moria took a breath and muttered to himself, "I need to be more discreet..."
Sorbet Kingdom Church
Kuma closed the newspaper, adjusted his Glasses, and said in a low voice, "The Beasts Pirates... this operation is most likely orchestrated by Roy."
His gaze drifted to the window, a complex emotion flickering across his eyes.
Fish-Man Island
Jinbe put down his newspaper, his brow furrowed. "The Navy... is taking an increasingly hardline stance towards the Shichibukai."
He gazed at the Fish-Man children playing in the street, his eyes heavy.
"It seems I must find a way to shed my Pirate identity in order to truly safeguard the peace of Fish-Man Island..."
Alabasta Rainbase
Crocodile, Cigar dangling from his lips, held a newspaper between his fingers; a spark Flash, and the paper turned to ash.
"It's Roy again..."
He narrowed his eyes, his voice low and hoarse. "What... exactly is this guy trying to do?"
Wano Country - Onigashima
"Boom--!"
Kaido's Iron Fist smashed the Throne to pieces, sending stone fragments flying!
Dragon's eyes blazed with fury. "The Navy... they actually dare to publicly execute my brother?!"
Jin said coldly, "Boss, this is clearly a trap... They want to lure you to Hachinosu!"
Kaido laughed wildly, his voice like thunder. "A trap? So what?!"
"I'm the 'World's Strongest Creature'!!"
"Pass down the order—"
"One week later, Jhin and Jack will join me on the attack!!"
"I'm going to crush the navy with my own hands!!"
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