Farewell, Whitebeard! Father and Sons!

It should be said that the Whitebeard Pirates are harder to find than the Red-Haired Pirates.

Although both pirate crews were adrift on the sea in a single ship, without a fixed abode, traveling from place to place.

However, the Red-Haired Pirates are bound to be a bit flashy.

After all, Red-Haired has connections with the Celestial Dragons, and the World Government generally doesn't bother with them.

But the Whitebeard Pirates were different.

Whitebeard's policy toward the Navy was to avoid them whenever possible, since there was no way to kill them all, and they were fearless and ruthless; for every batch he killed, another would come.

To avoid trouble, the Whitebeard Pirates usually try to conceal their whereabouts.

This caused Ian some trouble.

But since it's said to be a little, it means there is a little, but not much.

The Whitebeard Pirates' tricks of concealing their whereabouts are simply no match for the Beasts Pirates now.

Having controlled the entire New World in six years, the Beasts Pirates are still quietly expanding their influence into the West Blue North Blue.

Although no troops were directly sent to conquer these two seas, the expansion of territory on a commercial level never stopped.

Now that their business has expanded to these two sea areas, it's only natural that the Beasts Pirates ' influence is also gradually increasing.

Simply put, many people in these seas work for the Beasts Pirates.

With Stussy secretly providing Ian with information, and Aunt Linlin, who also wields considerable influence in the North Blue, pinpointing the Whitebeard Pirates ' location was hardly a difficult task.

Even before they had returned to Onigashima from the West Blue, Ian had already determined the whereabouts of the Whitebeard Pirates.

Then just head straight over there.

"So, the last stone is in Whitebeard's hands?"

During the journey, Aunt Linlin asked curiously.

"Of course it can only be Whitebeard."

Red-Haired man interrupted.

He wasn't surprised at all.

Who else could it be but Whitebeard?

Actually, he was quite interested in Wano Country.

He was curious about what had become of that country after Kaido took it from Oden.

Everyone on the high seas knows that Wano Country is the headquarters of the Beasts Pirates and the location of the Pirate Emperor's palace.

At the same time, that country's industry and commerce were also exceptionally developed, with a large amount of goods flowing overseas every year, bringing enormous wealth to the Beasts Pirates.

However, outsiders actually know very little about the situation inside that country.

After all, the towering mountain walls completely isolate the two worlds, one domestic and one international.

Having the opportunity to enter Wano Country, Red-Haired wanted to take a good look at the country.

But Ian showed no intention of lingering. After calling Teach over, they set off again without stopping, heading straight for the North Blue.

Red-Haired was very disappointed.

"Um."

Ian nodded slightly. "The Whitebeard Pirates protected Fish-Man Island for many years, Neptune gave that stone to Whitebeard as a gift."

"On the other hand, he also felt that in the turbulent Great Pirate Era, if anyone discovered that stone on Fish-Man Island, then Fish-Man Island would likely face annihilation."

Aunt Linlin pouted.

It's a pity I didn't know there was a signpost on Fish-Man Island; otherwise, given the original geographical location of Whole Cake Island, Whitebeard wouldn't have had a chance.

"Whitebeard?"

Hawk Eyes smirked. "The World's Strongest Man, I'd like to see just how powerful he really is!"

Although Whitebeard lost his title as the World's Strongest for many years, no one would believe that he had become weaker.

Even though he has aged considerably, Whitebeard is still the same Whitebeard he always was.

It's just that Ian is too strong.

There will be an opportunity.

Ian said, "Whitebeard isn't easy to talk to, is he, Teach?"

Tiqi quickly echoed with a simple and honest smile, "Dad is a very stubborn person. It is almost impossible to make him bow his head."

"That old bastard with the Whitebeard has never listened to anyone since a long time ago."

Aunt Linlin, who had once worked on the same ship as Whitebeard, scoffed and said, "If you want him to fight the World Government for your enemy, you might as well just kill him."

"Well."

Ian sighed. "That would be such a shame."

The Whitebeard Pirates are a formidable fighting force; it would be a shame to waste them like this.

As for the feud between the Whitebeard Pirates and the Beasts Pirates, Ian felt that he could forgive them this once, as long as Whitebeard was willing to help deal with the World Government.

"Teach,"

Ian said earnestly to Teach, "In any case, I'll have to ask you to negotiate with Whitebeard next."

Teach responded with a solemn expression, "Please leave it to me, Lord Ian! I will do my best to persuade Pops!"

"Very good."

Ian nodded in satisfaction.

However, he also knew in his heart that the so-called negotiations would probably be a waste of effort.

There is only one feasible way to get help from Whitebeard.

That is, threatening him with his children.

But the question is, would his children be willing?

Newgate?

Ryde listened quietly, his thoughts drifting silently.

Back in the day he roamed the seas, people said he was a monster who could rival the Roger Pirates Whitebeard Pirates all by himself.

However, only he himself knew that his strength was still inferior to that of Roger and Whitebeard, the two men who truly stood at the pinnacle of that era.

That disparity even made him somewhat disheartened at the time.

After all, he was alone, while Roger and Whitebeard were surrounded by their companions.

Their own strength was already inferior, so comparing them to two pirate crews only amplified the gap between them.

But what will become of the powerful Whitebeard Pirates after they encounter Ian?

Ryde couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

It seems that the great pirates who survived from the previous era are all going to be wiped out by Ian.

Even if the student surpasses the teacher, this is still too much of a victory.

The Bear Claw Bubble continued forward.

Two days later, they finally arrived over a certain sea area.

Is that the place?

Aunt Linlin looked down at an island that quickly came into their view.

When the Observation Haki swept downwards, it was easy to spot a familiar aura above.

"We shouldn't have gone to the wrong place."

Ian stretched. "I'm so lucky."

They were indeed lucky. Judging from the Whitebeard Pirates ' sailing direction, there were three islands in the nearby seas that they could have landed on.

But I didn't expect to run into him right away.

It saved a lot of time.

"Mama, Mama! I've been waiting so long!"

Aunt Linlin laughed as she stuffed a huge cream puff into her mouth.

Having learned from her previous trip to the West Blue, Aunt Linlin brought a lot of desserts with her when she left Onigashima this time.

We finished our desserts and just happened to find the Whitebeard Pirates.

"Bear."

Ian spoke.

"Clear."

The bear nodded gently.

The bubbles enveloping everyone vanished in an instant.

Without the help of the bubbles, everyone was suddenly pulled by the earth and plummeted downwards.

"Mama, Mama! Zeus!"

Aunt Linlin burst into laughter.

The white cloud she carried with her expanded in that instant, carrying her body as she rapidly descended.

As for the others, it doesn't matter at all.

Ian, Red-Haired, Hawk Eyes, Ryde, Teach— everyone just fell straight down in freefall.

Ian also looked quite dashing, crossing his arms and falling vertically downwards, just like he was standing inside an elevator.

It's now clearly visible that a large ship is quietly moored on the shore of the island below.

Along the coast, bonfires were burning brightly.

A group of people are gathered around a campfire, enjoying a pleasant feast.

Unlike the Red-Haired Pirates, who always liked to blend in with ordinary people, the Whitebeard Pirates always deliberately stayed away from crowds.

Even though this island is one of the islands under their control.

Hahaha! Pops! I'm home!

Teach stared intently at the coastline below, his inner turmoil roaring.

Have you missed me?

Below, on the coast, the Whitebeard Pirates are holding a banquet.

In the past six years, the Whitebeard Pirates have expanded considerably, recruiting many more members in the North Blue. Now, the ship has more than a dozen divisions, with a total of over five thousand people.

It's fortunate that the Moby Dick is indeed large enough, otherwise it really wouldn't have been able to fit so many people.

Whitebeard sat in a large chair, holding a huge barrel of liquor, and began to drink.

With a slight smile on her face, she quietly watched her children singing and dancing.

For him, nothing is more important than the joy of this moment.

He had no other desire than to be with his beloved children.

but.

Whoosh!!

Suddenly, a series of sharp, whistling sounds came from the sky.

"What?"

Marco, who was grilling meat on the grill nearby, looked up in surprise.

Figures were falling from the sky.

Only one dish was somewhat unfamiliar; the rest were all familiar faces!

Marco's face froze completely in an instant.

Are you kidding me? How did these guys end up here?

"Pops!!"

Marco was already screaming in terror.

There's simply no way I can help but be surprised and terrified!

"..."

Whitebeard instinctively crushed the barrel in his hand, and his massive body suddenly stood up.

His eyes, which had been slightly narrowed, widened completely at that moment. "Children, prepare for battle!!"

Honestly, the top priority right now should be escaping.

But under these circumstances, where would there be any possibility of escape?

Without any hesitation, the pleasant banquet came to an end in an instant. Everyone in the Whitebeard Pirates put down their food and drink, picked up their weapons, and instantly went into battle ready.

Boom boom boom boom!

Several loud bangs followed in quick succession, and figures fell to the ground on one side of the shore.

Beneath Ian's feet was a patch of dark earth. The moment he landed, he hardened the surrounding ground to prevent himself from crashing into a crater like Teacher Kai.

Wouldn't that be anything but cool?

He didn't even kick up any dust when he landed. Ian smiled and stepped forward, "Long time no see, Whitebeard- senpai. You look much more haggard than you did back then."

Doesn't she look haggard?

Whitebeard's once brilliant golden hair is now completely gone.

He simply covered his head with a black headscarf to conceal the fact that he was bald.

"Ian!!"

In the crowd, the tall girl subconsciously drew her sword from her waist, almost gritting her teeth.

And this time, Ian isn't even alone!

"Mama, Mama! Whitebeard! So many years have passed! You've finally turned into a complete old stinky man!"

Aunt Linlin stood on Zeus the Thundercloud, looking down at the solemn-faced Whitebeard and bursting into laughter.

"Charlotte Linlin!"

Vista's forehead was beaded with sweat.

"It's been a long time since I've seen you either, Whitebeard."

The Red-Haired also greeted everyone very politely.

"Red-Haired?"

Marco looked completely bewildered.

It wasn't just the Red-Haired who was hard to understand, but also the man standing next to him.

"And Hawk Eyes?"

Marco's face gradually turned pale.

"It'll be even longer, Newgate."

Ryde greeted him with a sigh, "How long ago was the last time we met? We're both old men now."

"Ryde?"

The Whitebeard senior's voice was deep.

Even someone as knowledgeable as Whitebeard couldn't help but feel somewhat bewildered at this moment.

What strange combination is now appearing before him?

The Beasts Pirates, the Charlotte Family, the Red-Haired Pirates, the Cross Guild, and Hawk Eyes.

With the addition of the Whitebeard Pirates, all the powerful pirate crews in the world have gathered here at this moment!

"Ian!!"

Marco clenched his fists inwardly, and couldn't help but shout, "What exactly do you mean?"

Why call these guys over? What are they trying to do?

Ian didn't say anything.

But suddenly a voice rang out behind him, "Hehehehe! Let me explain this to you!"

A figure that most of the Whitebeard Pirates members would recognize stepped out from behind Ian.

Dark skin, a stout build, and the familiar missing front tooth.

"Teach!!"

Vista's voice was suppressed, as if it contained the force of swords.

They had known all along that Teach had joined the Beasts Pirates, but they never imagined that this guy would be able to brazenly appear in front of them, following Ian around!

Doesn't this bastard have any basic sense of shame?

Has he forgotten who adopted him and raised him?

"Long time no see, Marco, Vista!"

Teach greeted the familiar faces warmly, but his gaze finally settled on the tall man who was quietly watching him.

Teach's smile faded slightly. "Long time no see, Pops. How have you been?"

The hilt of the naginata landed heavily on the ground, causing the entire coastline to tremble almost imperceptibly.

"State your purpose!"

Without hesitation, Teach took a deep breath and said sincerely, "Pops, we're here to seek cooperation!"