The Final Goal!

It should be said that no one expected Red-Haired to be so generous, agreeing to Ian's obviously unreasonable request without much hesitation.

Aunt Linlin was so angry she felt like she was going to grind her teeth to powder.

This is not the scene she was hoping for!

What happens if they fight fiercely, battle to the death, or are ultimately annihilated in a clean and decisive manner?

Red-Haired to? Was he really this kind of guy before?

Ian's face instantly lit up with a delighted smile. "I knew that if it were you, Shanks, you would understand me."

"Because,"

Red-Haired laughed and said, "If the target is the World Government, then of course I should come and lend a hand."

"This is something Captain Roger once wanted to do but couldn't."

Roger?

It should be said that Roger is indeed the eternal white moonlight in the hearts of the previous generation. Whether it is the Navy or pirates, no one fails to regard him with special regard.

Upon hearing Red-Haired ' words, Redfield spoke up immediately.

"That's right."

Red-Haired Shanks nodded. "Although Captain Roger didn't tell me exactly what he saw on the Final Island, he said that sooner or later someone would inherit the will of their predecessors and continue the war that was left unfinished eight hundred years ago."

"A war with the World Government?"

Redfield was somewhat shocked.

People from eight hundred years ago?

"I'm not entirely clear on the specifics either,"

Red-Haired simply looked at Ian, "But I think perhaps this is the moment Captain Roger has been waiting for."

Now, searching the entire world, is there anyone besides Ian who could possibly defeat the World Government?

there is none left.

The Beasts Pirates appeared out of nowhere, almost as if it were destined.

When Kaido formed the Beasts Pirates, the organization was still quite ordinary.

Until Ian began to shine.

With his unstoppable charisma, he became the World's Strongest, leading the World's Strongest pirate crew.

For eight hundred years, no one has been able to rival the World Government like him.

Who else could it be but them?

Although Ian isn't the Devil Fruit user Captain Roger mentioned, why can't he be the new Sun God?

He not only possesses a radiance like the sun, but his abilities are also truly as scorching as the sun.

"I don't know if this is the moment Roger has been waiting for."

Ian chuckled, "But in the end, only one of us, the Beasts Pirates and the World Government, can survive."

"Therefore, I naturally need to eliminate all factors that could potentially affect the final outcome of the battle in advance."

"But before the final showdown with the government, Ian,"

Red-Haired said seriously, "Shouldn't we go to the Final Island first?"

"Not only does it hold the ultimate secrets of the world, but it also preserves the precious legacy left to us by our predecessors."

"That's something that can play a decisive role in the final battle."

Ancient Weapon, right?

Aunt Linlin thought to herself.

That Red-Haired really knows some things she doesn't.

However, it seems that it's just some information now; that bastard Roger didn't seem to tell Red-Haired about what exactly happened on the Final Island.

"In fact, I planned to go to the Final Island after I finished dealing with things on your end."

Ian said with a smile.

"Oh?"

The Red-Haired's eyes lit up. "Have you collected all the stones yet?"

Speaking of stones, Ian couldn't help but give Red-Haired a deep look. "Of the four Road Poneglyph, one is from Wano Country, one is with Aunt Linlin, and one is on Zunesha's back. I've already got my hands on these three."

The Red-Haired nodded slightly; he wasn't surprised at all.

He had sailed the seas alongside Roger and witnessed firsthand Roger collecting all four Road Poneglyph, so of course he knew the whereabouts of all the Road Poneglyphs.

Wano Country, he had also heard about the trouble the Beasts Pirates caused at the Charlotte Family headquarters in the North Blue back then.

By then, the Beasts Pirates should have already obtained the Road Pose from Charlotte Linlin.

Needless to say, the signpost on Zunesha's back also speaks volumes. In the past six years, the Mink Tribe under the Beasts Pirates has also made a name for itself in the New World.

They've already assembled a Mink Tribe army; if you say Ian hasn't discovered the signpost on Elephant Island, Red-Haired would absolutely not believe it.

"Only the Fish-Man Island remains."

Ian smiled.

The Red-Haired laughed along.

Fish-Man Island had been the territory of the Beasts Pirates long before that.

That road sign should have fallen into Ian's hands much earlier.

"It's just a pity,"

Ian sighed with some regret, "Neptune gave away the landmark on Fish-Man Island. I'll have to go get it back later."

The Red-Haired nodded slightly.

It's easy to guess who Fish-Man Island gave that Road Poneglyph to.

There's really no other place in the ocean that would warrant such a generous gift from Fish-Man Island.

"How about it,"

Ian extended an invitation to the Red-Haired, "Would you like to come with us to the Final Island?"

Red-Haired nodded matter-of-factly, "I've always regretted not being able to go to the Final Island back then because I was taking care of Buggy who was sick. I don't want to miss it again this time."

"Wait! Ian!"

Miss Uta, who had just breathed a sigh of relief when she realized a fight wasn't going to break out, suddenly started making a fuss again, "Should we take this guy to the Final Island too?"

"Uta,"

Ian turned around with a smile, "I've always said that there might have been some misunderstandings about what happened back then. The Shanks I know isn't the kind of man who would do that kind of thing."

"So, what exactly is it?"

Hawk Eyes was indeed very curious.

What heinous things must the Red-Haired have done to make this girl, who used to treat him like a father, hate him so much now?

The Red-Haired paused for a moment.

The Red-Haired Pirates behind him all wore solemn expressions and remained silent.

well.

Beckman sighed inwardly.

Ian may have done a lot of awful things, but at least he's impeccable when it comes to his friends.

Even so, he still believed in Shanks.

Moreover, they raised Uta very well; the young girl is now not only a world-renowned songstress, but she has also developed impeccable manners.

"Didn't the Red-Haired Pirates destroy a country back then?"

Ian said, "Uta was sent there by Shanks to study music, and then she was abandoned on the ruined island."

"You mean, the Elegia from back then?"

Hawk Eyes raised an eyebrow.

The destruction of Elegia by the Red-Haired Pirates caused quite a stir on the high seas back then.

After all, the Red-Haired Pirates had never done anything outrageous before that incident, and Red-Haired ' bounty even skyrocketed because of it.

"Mihawk, you be the judge,"

Ian said, "Do you think Shanks is the kind of person who would do something like that?"

Hawk Eyes didn't hesitate at all, and simply said, "While Red-Haired is ruthless towards his enemies, I don't believe he'd massacre civilians."

The Red-Haired man's eyes were lowered.

But deep down, I felt a sense of joy.

"See, Uta."

Ian said to Uta, "It's not just me who thinks so; Mihawk thinks so too."

Little Uta stared blankly at the Red-Haired with somewhat lifeless eyes.

At this moment, she was filled with anticipation.

but.

"What are you talking about to yourself?"

Red-Haired simply swirled his wine glass and said calmly, "We did what happened back then, and there's no denying it."

What do you think?

Ian turned to look at Hawk Eyes.

Hawk Eyes said calmly, "Just being stubborn."

"Haha, what a coincidence, I think so too!"

Ian burst into laughter.

Uta pursed her lips and remained silent.

Should she trust Shanks, or Ian and Hawk Eyes?

If she were a child, she would have unconditionally believed Shanks, because that man was the father she respected most.

But now, she actually wants to trust Ian and Hawk Eyes even more.

"So, everything's all taken care of now, right?"

Seeing that a fight was no longer possible, Aunt Linlin, though somewhat annoyed, still couldn't wait to speak up.

After all, we're heading to the Final Island soon!

Aunt Linlin was really curious. What kind of scenery did that bastard Roger see back then? What secrets did he know?

"It really is time to go back."

Ian added, "Let's go back to Onigashima and meet up with everyone, then we'll go get the last stone."

Once you have the last stone, you can head directly to the Final Island.

Shanks,

Ian said, "Of course you're coming back with us, right?"

Red-Haired glanced at Aunt Linlin, then at Redfield, and shrugged indifferently. "Since Charlotte Linlin and Senior Ryde are both going with you, I have no objection."

"Captain!"

Raki Lu was getting anxious.

Leaving with Ian alone would be far too dangerous, wouldn't it?

oh.

Of course, it's also extremely dangerous now; if Ian wants to do anything to them, they are powerless to resist.

"Alright,"

Red-Haired simply smiled and said, "Ian is my friend. What's wrong with visiting a friend's house?"

Beckman silently lit another cigarette for himself.

Ian is indeed a friend, but a friend who is too domineering can be intimidating.

However, they now have no choice.

If Shanks chooses to refuse, then Ian, their good friend, will immediately cease to be their friend.

"Anyway, just wait for my news."

The Red-Haired, however, appeared quite unperturbed.

"I see."

Beckman nodded slightly. "I'll be with everyone, ready to be contacted by you at any time."

Shanks ' departure was inevitable, so it was up to him, the vice-captain, to lead the pirate crew.

"Oh! That's so reliable, Baker!"

The Red-Haired nodded happily.

Only then can he truly leave with peace of mind.

"Oh, right,"

Red-Haired suddenly remembered something else very important. He turned to look at the tavern owner, who was still slumped behind the counter, and said, "Don't forget to wake everyone in town. If they stay unconscious for too long, things might get complicated."

"Leave it to us."

Beckman nodded slightly.

We need to reassure the captain so he can leave safely.

Soon, the bear paw bubble shot into the sky again, but this time a Red-Haired appeared inside the bubble.

What a monster!

Ryde watched the Red-Haired chatting with Ian and couldn't help but think this.

They've so easily wiped out almost all the top pirates on the high seas.

Only Whitebeard remains, but it seems unlikely that he too will escape Whitebeard.

but.

A strange light flickered in Ryde's eyes.

Is now an opportunity?

Ian is overestimating things.

His strength is undoubtedly formidable, and Hawk Eyes's kid is equally terrifyingly strong.

However, if the three of them—herself, Charlotte Linlin, and that Red-Haired kid—joined forces, they might not be without a fighting chance!

However, this thought did not linger in Ryde's mind for long.

The Red-Haired guy is Ian's friend; it's still uncertain whether he will intervene.

And Perona is still in Shiryu's hands.

If they can't kill Ian and get him to spread the word, then Perona is doomed too.

Ryde suddenly felt a pang of nostalgia for the days when he ventured out to sea alone. Back then, though he was all alone, he was unburdened and never threatened by anyone.

Ryde sighed softly to himself and remained silent.

On the bright side, this trip wasn't all bad.

Although I may not be able to become the Pirate King, I can at least get a glimpse of what the Final Island looks like.

Moreover, the thought of a final battle with the World Government is quite exhilarating.

The Bear Claw Bubble didn't stop for a moment, heading straight back the way it came.

Next, we need to find the Whitebeard Pirates to get the last stone.

However, before heading to North Blue, we still need to go back to Onigashima first.

Once Uta is put down, she won't need to participate in the upcoming battle against the Whitebeard Pirates.

Then, they brought Teach along.

If he brought Shanks' daughter with him when he went to see Red-Haired, then it's only natural that he should bring Whitebeard's son with him when he goes to see Whitebeard.

When Teach was called over by Ian, his face was full of determination.

"Lord Ian!"

His tone was filled with unparalleled sorrow, as if he had made the most difficult decision. "Even if it means going against my Pops, if it's for you, I will fight without hesitation!"

Ian couldn't help but laugh out loud.

If he didn't know what kind of person this guy was, he might have really thought he had gone through some really difficult decision.

Red-Haired looked at Teach with surprise, "Teach, I never imagined you would betray Whitebeard one day."

"Because,"

Tiqi still smiled honestly, "Dad is already old. Only by following Mr. Ian can I see the scenery I long for."

The Red-Haired didn't say anything.

This guy, who has three scars on his face, is now completely obedient to Ian.

But what if Ian grows old and frail one day? Will he betray us again?

Oh, I almost forgot, Ian is much younger than him.

In short, the Bear Claw Bubble shot into the sky once again, its target the North Blue and the Whitebeard Pirates.