The Strongest Man in the World!

Marine Headquarters, Marineford.

The navy has been having a tough time lately.

The New World is now in complete chaos.

The Whitebeard Pirates, two major divisions of the Beasts Pirates, the Charlotte Family, the Cross Guild, the NEO Marines, and the increasingly renowned Red-Haired Pirates.

There are simply too many monsters in the New World. The navy's combat power stationed in the New World is already stretched thin and is completely insufficient to cope with the storms in that sea.

In the New World, the seas ruled by the World Government have become terribly narrow.

Cross Guild and the NEO Marines have been expanding rapidly during this period, to the point that the waters under the jurisdiction of the Navy's G-5 base are now almost at the forefront of the waters controlled by the government.

If it weren't for certain reasons, Dressrosa would already be occupied by the Cross Guild.

Because the battle lines were too close to the Red Line, the Navy was forced to station an Admiral at G-1 base to protect Mary Geoise.

However, this further strained the navy's resources.

After all, the Navy's strength was greatly weakened after Zephyr and Aokiji betrayed them one after another, and now there are only two Admiral left.

Currently, the Navy's situation is such that Fleet Admiral Sengoku has to be stationed at Marineford, one Admiral is stationed at G-1 base, and only Hero Garp and another Admiral are available to go out on missions.

Frankly, they are no longer a viable threat to the monsters of the New World.

Anyone could see that something was wrong.

If even the navy, which is supposed to protect the order of the seas, cannot suppress them, then who will maintain the order of the world?

Today is the Navy's monthly meeting.

Fleet Admiral Sengoku summoned all the high -Marineford for a routine meeting to summarize the gains and losses of the previous month and look ahead to the coming month.

"... In short, the most noteworthy thing in the New World right now is Ian's movements."

Sengoku placed his hands on the table, fingers interlaced, exuding the imposing presence of a naval commander-in-chief. "Whoever his target may be, he will bring about tremendous changes to the situation in the New World in an instant."

"It would be best if both sides suffered heavy losses."

A Marine Vice Admiral said menacingly, "That way we can save ourselves a lot of trouble."

Vice Admiral Tsuru shook his head and said calmly, "I'm afraid the final result will be a resounding victory for Ian."

"We have to be prepared no matter what."

Sengoku said in a deep voice, "Without a doubt, Ian is far more threatening than any other pirate in the New World. He is too young; we must not allow him to grow into a second Roger or Rocks."

"But, Mr. Sengoku,"

Today, Admiral Kizaru of the headquarters casually remarked, "The current situation is that even getting to the waters around Hachinosu Island won't be easy for our fleet."

There are several obstacles on the road, including the NEO Marines, the Cross Guild, and the Charlotte Family.

Crossing their territory to conquer Hachinosu Island will not be an easy task.

Following the great decline of government power in the New World, Charlotte Family's territory expanded considerably.

"Don't forget about the Revolutionary Army."

Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "They have completely disappeared recently, but Sengoku, you don't think they have given up on being enemies with the government and disbanded on the spot, do you?"

Sengoku rubbed his forehead.

What's wrong with this world?

Looking around, why are there enemies everywhere?

"Perhaps,"

He paused, then added, "The navy should also expand its forces."

"Sengoku, what do you mean?"

Vice Admiral Tsuru He asked, somewhat surprised.

However, before Fleet Admiral Sengoku could answer, the door to the spacious office was hurriedly pushed open, and a green-haired navy man rushed in.

His face was filled with panic.

"Brannew, what happened?"

Sengoku frowned slightly.

Can't you see we're in a meeting right now?

Knock first if you need anything!

"Fleet Admiral Sengoku! Something terrible has happened!!"

A Marine named Brannew hurriedly handed over a newspaper. "Breaking news from the World Economic News Report! Ian went to Wano Country, defeated Kaido, and has now united the entire Beasts Pirates!"

"What?"

Sengoku instinctively slammed his hand on the table, the immense force shattering the thick conference table into pieces.

Even the usually composed Vice Admiral Tsuru was incredulous at this moment, "How could it be so fast?"

I had anticipated that Ian would seek out Kaido decisive battle and vie for ultimate control of the Beasts Pirates, but I never expected it to happen so soon!

Shouldn't the fighting strength of Wano Country and Hachinosu Island be evenly matched?

How could the outcome be decided so quickly?

With this kind of efficiency, the outcome is probably not the lose-lose situation that everyone hopes for!

Sengoku snatched the newspaper and began to read it carefully.

Vice Admiral Tsuru hurriedly asked Brannew, who had already read the newspaper, "What was the result? How badly did the Beasts Pirates suffer losses?"

If the Beasts Pirates don't suffer significant losses, then things will get rather scary.

With the combined forces of their two branches on Hachinosu Island and in Wano Country, where in the New World could they possibly stand against them?

Brannew's face was ashen, as if he were about to cry. "Kaido has already submitted to Ian. All those below him, including King the Inferno Disaster, Queen the Plague, the Tobi Roppo, the Bravens, Wano Country all the members of the Beasts Pirates of Wano Country, have sworn allegiance to Ian."

"..."

Vice Admiral Tsuru He suddenly felt as if his spine had been removed; his once upright back became hunched, and he began to massage his forehead with his hands.

"How is that possible?"

Even Kizaru couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "Kaido and Ian have clashed many times already, and Ian was even nearly killed by Kaido before!"

"Under these circumstances, how could Kaido possibly submit to Ian?"

"Furthermore, is Kaido, who has always been arrogant and self-centered, the kind of person who would submit to others?"

That's hard to understand.

According to the World Government's calculations, the most likely outcome of the final battle between Ian and Kaido is a draw, with Ian having a slightly higher chance of winning.

But shouldn't the final result always be a narrow victory for one side, followed by a brutal defeat for the other?

What's going on here?

The Beasts Pirates not only suffered no losses, but have now completely merged!

The numerous naval officers present felt a chill run down their spines.

Ian and Kaido, who split off from the main branch, were already terrifying enough; they were like nightmares that struck fear into the hearts of everyone on the high seas.

But now, they've actually joined forces completely!

With the two emperors united, will there be any force in the New World capable of opposing them?

Is a new Rocks Pirates about to appear?

The naval commanders couldn't help but think.

But it's not over yet.

Sengoku gripped the newspaper tightly, nearly crumpling the fragile paper. He gasped incredulously, "What a joke? Douglas Bullet has also submitted to Ian! Become his pawn!!"

"Sengoku, you mean Douglas Bullet?"

Vice Admiral Tsuru was speechless. "Are you serious?"

Sengoku gritted his teeth and handed the newspaper to Vice Admiral Tsuru.

Vice Admiral Tsuru glanced at the page and saw a photograph of the giant Bullet clashing head-on with Kaido, the Blue Dragon.

She was still somewhat incredulous. "What on earth did Ian do? I'd heard he and Bullet had a conflict before, but how could Bullet suddenly submit to him!"

This is bad.

The Sengoku had already sensed that something was amiss.

That's Douglas Bullet, the Devil's Heir!

He personally launched the Buster Call subdue that monster!

The Beasts Pirates were already formidable enough after their merger, but with his addition...

Sengoku couldn't help but gasp.

It's likely that the Beasts Pirates' strength on paper has already surpassed that of the Marine Headquarters at this point!

How terrifying!

Throughout history, only one pirate crew has ever done it!

Rocks Pirates!

No.

At that time, the Rocks Pirates were almost completely torn apart, and no one really respected Rocks.

The current Beasts Pirates are truly subordinate to Ian.

Perhaps the Beasts Pirates are about to become even stronger?

The moment that thought crossed his mind, Sengoku wanted to curse.

The navy was in decline, and an unprecedentedly powerful enemy emerged at this very moment.

Moreover, Bullet isn't even the most crucial element.

"Etc!"

Vice Admiral Tsuru's eyes trembled as if he had witnessed something incomprehensible. "Morgans said that Kaido was utterly powerless against Ian? Completely defeated?"

Sengoku said with some pain, "At least judging from the photos, when Kaido was disemboweled, Ian wasn't even covered in dust."

"Wow, is there really such an exaggerated thing?"

Kizaru couldn't help but exclaim in surprise, "Then I can understand why Kaido would submit to Ian."

If it truly possesses such power, then it's not impossible.

Vice Admiral Tsuru's face had become extremely gloomy.

"So Morgans' headline for today's news wasn't 'The Birth of the World's Strongest Pirate Crew,' but rather,"

"The strongest person in the world!"

What's even more terrifying than the emergence of the world's strongest pirate crew is that the person who commands the world's strongest pirate crew is the world's strongest person!

"I need to see the Gorosei!"

The Sengoku was a direct path.

This is no longer a situation that the Marine Headquarters can handle.

The World Government must also fully participate!

Almost simultaneously.

Brub brub brub.

The Den Den Mushi (a type of electric scooter) started ringing.

The connection was made instantly during the Sengoku period.

"Sengoku! Come to Mary Geoise!"

The Gorosei also wanted to see him.

Fleet Admiral Sengoku arrived in Mary Geoise almost immediately.

When they entered the Room of Authority, the Gorosei had already been cursing and fuming for quite some time.

Sengoku also saw a familiar face, "Brother Kong? You're here too?"

"I had no choice but to come."

Former Marine Fleet Admiral and current Commander-in-Chief of the World Government's armed forces Steel Bone Kong, sighed, "That bastard Ian finally calmed down for a while, and then he caused such a huge commotion."

"Sengoku, what's your navy's opinion?"

"I am a bald old man," asked Warcury, one of the Gorosei.

"Although I'm somewhat unwilling, the fact is that the force Ian now commands has surpassed that of the navy,"

When Sengoku talked about this, he was filled with dejection. The King of the Sea, the navy, had actually been surpassed by a group of pirates. How embarrassing it would be to say that.

"The Beasts Pirates are too dangerous now! Far more dangerous than the Rocks Pirates back then! At least Rocks didn't know if the Great Treasure existed!"

The Gorosei nodded with grim expressions.

He couldn't help but curse Roger in his heart.

If it weren't for that bastard, no one would have known that the legendary Great Treasure was actually real.

If the Great Treasure didn't exist, why would they need to be so wary of the Beasts Pirates?

We can deal with them just like we did with the Rocks Pirates back then.

"The Beasts Pirates can no longer be allowed to exist!"

Sengoku said earnestly, "Gorosei Excellencies, the Navy is currently outmatched. We need the World Government's help! No! Or rather, we should say..."

"The World Government should now concentrate all its forces to crush the Beasts Pirates!"

"That's why we called you here."

The Gorosei cast admiring glances at Sengoku.

That's incredible!

The Beasts Pirates are just too strong right now!

They've become so powerful that the World Government can no longer tolerate their existence!

They must be wiped out!

Even if it comes at a heavy price, we must absolutely annihilate the Beasts Pirates!

In particular, that monster Ian absolutely cannot live!

He's only seventeen!

They're not even adults yet!

If things continue like this, it's only a matter of time before they reach or even surpass Joy Boy's level!

This world has no need for a second person who can threaten Lord Im!

"The government will do everything it can to help you!"

Saturn said seriously, "Besides summoning the Shichibukai, I will bring all the high-ranking officers of CP0 with me on this mission."

His passing means that all Gorosei have passed away.

"Your Gorosei, are you also going to personally take action?"

The Sengoku was quite taken aback.

He knew that the Gorosei possessed considerable strength, but he had never seen them make a move.

"When necessary,"

"The Knights of God will also be deployed," said Warcury.

Sengoku's pupils contracted.

The Knights of God are the strongest force of the Celestial Dragons and the strongest fighting force guarding the Holy Land Mary Geoise.

Are even they going to be mobilized?

Even the gods of this world fear Ian, the Celestial Dragons?

"I see!"

Sengoku nodded deeply.

"Even,"

Nusjuro adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses perched on his nose. "The power of pirates isn't something we can't rely on."

"Pirates?"

Sengoku looked up in surprise.

He had never thought of that possibility before.

"The Beasts Pirates are so terrifying right now that even our World Government has to go all out to protect them."

The long-bearded Mars said calmly, "What about the pirates who live in the same seas as them? Whitebeard, Charlotte Linlin, Redfield, and even Zephyr, what do they think of the Beasts Pirates?"

The Sengoku instantly fell into deep thought.

Yes, compared to the Navy and the World Government, these bad guys from the New World are the unlucky ones who will be the first to face the Beasts Pirates.

Do they want such a powerful and aggressive neighbor?

"I see."

The Sengoku nodded once more.

He wasn't a pedantic person; so what if it was the power of pirates?

Rather, it would be better to rely on the power of pirates.

Isn't it better to let a bunch of damn pirate dogs fight each other?

"Let's get started!!"

The Gorosei gave the order.