Launching the War

"You've really worked hard, Kuzan."

Three days had passed since the great battle, Cifer and his men, along with Buggy and his men, returned to Hachinosu.

"It's nothing, it's just my duty. After all, I've embarked on a new path, so naturally I have to stay true to my beliefs."

Upon entering the main Las Noches.

Kuzan casually tossed over a bottle of chilled sherry, while the thick bandages wrapped around his body indicated that it had been a fierce battle.

"And you? What exactly does Raftel have?"

His gaze fell on Robin, wondering if the sacrifice of the Ohara scholars was truly worthwhile, and whether the path he was about to take was the right one.

"Some history about the Void Century, and how we won."

Robin smiled and sat down to the side.

Joy Boy didn't have much time, so she only told everyone the key points. All the other information was recorded on the stone tablet there, which she had already deciphered.

The above content is essentially a complete version of the Elbaf myth, which is unbelievable yet makes perfect sense in every aspect.

"The winning formula... well, what's their situation?"

Kuzan pulled out the latest newspaper, and besides the defeat of Garp and the others, the headline news was about the birth of a new "Pirate King".

Shortly after Cifer and his companions arrived in Raftel, the news spread throughout the world.

Morgans' latest newspaper mentions that Buggy, a subordinate of Black Winged Great Demon, and Straw Hat Luffy, the super rookie, have jointly ascended to the throne of Pirate King.

Kuzan somewhat puzzled. No matter how he thought about it, given Morgans' personality, he should have referred to Cifer as the Pirate King.

"Don't forget, we're not pirates. Besides, the Pirate King is our subordinate. Doesn't that prove our strength even more?"

Cifer patted him on the shoulder and sat down on the throne.

"But even if Straw Hat Luffy is one thing, how do you even deserve the title of Pirate King?"

Barto patted Buggy on the shoulder, looking him up and down, and didn't think he deserved the throne of the Pirate King at all.

"Because I accidentally picked up the Laugh Tale Log Pose, which was discarded by the former Pirate King, I ended up there by sheer chance..."

Buggy scratched the back of his head, looking embarrassed.

Even he himself did not expect that the Eternal Pose, which he had killed in a fit of anger some time ago, actually contained undigested parts of the Sea King that had attacked him.

Even more unexpectedly, he, who had originally gone along with the journey with a fluke mentality, actually overcame numerous difficulties to reach the Laugh Tale and even found the things left behind by Captain Roger.

"Huh? As expected of Senior Cifer's subordinate, he can actually do this, hahaha~"

After a brief moment of surprise, Barto's eyes lit up.

He attributes everything that defies common sense to the influence of his idol.

"That's certainly surprising. It seems the time is ripe now, isn't it?"

Suddenly, an unfamiliar voice rang out. When Buggy and Barto turned around, a tall man in a green coat was standing behind them.

"Your information network is quite extensive. Or is there a song waiting for us?"

Seeing the arrival of the Revolutionary Army leader, Cifer was not surprised at all, or rather, he had expected it.

"After all, you are the real main force. If we want to take action, we need your approval. Now the time is right, and everyone is eager to act."

Long took off his hoodie, revealing his serious face.

He knew very well that he had seen through the several clashes between Las Noches and the World Government.

Top-tier combat power has an absolute impact on the course of the war. Although the Revolutionary Army has a large following and is said to be able to rival the World Government, its actual strength is still far from sufficient.

The Marineford, the Army, CP0, the Knights of God, and the Air Force whose existence is unknown are far beyond what they can handle.

Those with slightly weaker combat power would be like moths drawn to a flame in this great battle.

"Coincidentally, I was also thinking of making a move as soon as possible."

As Cifer snapped his fingers, people began to slowly walk into the main hall.

The dragon turned its head and stared intently. Although it had expected this, its pupils still contracted at that moment.

Bater, the "Cursed One," ascended to the top of the dark world after having a powerful backer and receiving the power of two Underworld emperors.

The birdman dressed in flashy clothes and wearing a hat, one of the emperors of the Underworld, and the president of the world newspaper "BIG NEWS" Morgans, who advocates for the rapid spread of information;

An apple-shaped head, the world's most intelligent brain, Vegapunk's true form;

Former Admiral of the Marineford, Chief Instructor of the Marine Elite Training Camp, and current Commander-in-Chief of the New Marines, known as "Black Arm" Zephyr.

There were also some figures whose names the dragon couldn't recall, but whose faces he recognized, who stood beside him one by one.

"This lineup is amazing..."

The dragon sighed from the bottom of its heart.

Aside from the Las Noches executives, the people he saw on the scene might not be able to defeat the World Government immediately, but they could definitely cause turmoil across the entire ocean.

He even felt that his Revolutionary Army seemed somewhat superfluous.

"This is my first time here too. There are so many important people here that it's hard to believe it. The things we're about to discuss will definitely cause a sensation around the world!"

Morgans adjusted his hat, his eyes brimming with excitement.

The latest newspaper, published just yesterday, has already embroiled the navy in a media storm; this is his masterful move.

The defeat of two men hailed as "naval heroes," and the labeling of the latter as a "deserter," will inevitably diminish the prestige of the navy while simultaneously elevating the status of Las Noches once again.

At the same time, referring to the forces under Las Noches as the "Pirate King" is also a provocation against the World Government.

This is a high-stakes gamble, risking one's entire fortune and life to see who will rise to the top in the new era and remain standing until the end.

Is it a corrupt yet still powerful World Government?

Or is it the unexpected and unstoppable Las Noches?

Morgans felt an unprecedented thrill.

"Vegapunk, I suppose you're ready too?"

"We've been waiting for so long!"

As Vegapunk took the notes from Raftel Tale from the bear, his breathing became rapid.

"No wonder... this is why the Mother Flame was stolen, and why so many nations have silently disappeared over the years..."

Looking at the dense text recorded after it had been deciphered, Vegapunk broke out in a cold sweat.

If the World Government were to steal the near-inexhaustible energy of the Mother Flame, the tragedy would likely continue.

"Morgans, I'd like to ask you to do me a favor and make sure Vegapunk's call is successfully transmitted to the world."

Cifer his chin on his hand, pointing out the roles of the two men.

He wants the world to know the truth, whether they believe it or not? He doesn't care.

When he uses overwhelming force to blast through the Mary Geoise palace complex in a couple of days, countless people will naturally defend them.

"I understand. I can't speak for other aspects, but in the field of information transmission, no one can compare to me!"

Morgans nodded excitedly, his words brimming with unparalleled confidence.

"Bater, no matter how much money it costs, stop all supplies heading to Mary Geoise and force the World Government's forces to retreat."

"Don't worry, Mr. Cifer! I've been waiting for this day for a long time!"

Bater's eyes gleamed. He had been waiting for this for two and a half years, and now he could finally watch this great man reach the summit.

"Zephyr, that huge wave of marines you trained should be useful by now, right? You can have your forces follow you and take over all the branches across the ocean after the war begins. Is that alright?"

"It sounds difficult, but if it really comes to that, there are very few people available in the branch."

Zephyr pushed up his sunglasses, completely unconcerned.

"Finally, it's the Revolutionary Army. Go declare war! Gather all their lackeys together, and you will lead the charge to break through the first line of defense. My men will be the main force. How about that?"

"It is an honor!"

Long had no objections whatsoever. In fact, he thought so too; there was no need to let the strong waste their energy at the forefront.

Cifer's gaze swept over the crowd below, then he stood up:

"Don't panic. No matter what happens, just follow me."

"We have no rivals ahead of us."