Marine Headquarters.
This was the headquarters of the Pirate World's foremost violent institution.
Together with Enies Lobby and Impel Down, it formed a triangular region.
The unusual currents between them created a peculiar whirlpool sea.
Ships could only navigate these waters through designated Gates of Justice. If the Gate of Justice was not opened, any vessel would drift in endless circles forever.
Since Ace had already been thrown into prison, Roy and Spandam's mission had naturally come to an end.
After sailing back for some time,
Roy and Spandam finally arrived at Marine Headquarters, the island known as Marineford.
When Roy and Spandam stepped off at the port, they were met not by the iron-blooded atmosphere unique to the military, but by a military fortress brimming with everyday life.
"Come on, Spandam. My treat today—the government will foot the bill. Let's have some fun first, then head back to the Sabaody Archipelago tomorrow."
Marineford was unlike other military fortresses.
As Marine Headquarters, it was considered one of the safest places in the world.
Because it was safe and home to countless Marines, the fortress had gradually developed into a city centered around the Marines.
It had not only Marine barracks, but also vast commercial and residential districts.
Ignoring the Marine soldier assigned to guide them,
Roy and Spandam quickly blended into the bustling crowd after casually registering fake yet legitimate identities.
Marine Headquarters had its own distinctive character.
Since they had skipped breakfast, Roy and Spandam found a nearby yakiniku restaurant that looked extremely famous.
Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle!
Snowflake-marbled Sea King meat crackled pleasantly on the iron griddle.
Roy looked up at the photo wall, where over half the pictures featured Kizaru.
"No wonder Kizaru comes here so often. The meat really is excellent."
The golden-brown grilled meat was cut