Zephyr Arrives! The Decisive Battlefield!

A giant, Straw Hat- shaped flying machine soared above the clouds, almost beyond the boundaries of the world.

Then, this behemoth began to move forward.

Soon they arrived above the Red Line. Looking down, they could see the former Mary Geoise. The city had long been abandoned, but from the sky, they could still see the white settlement.

"Is this Ancient Weapon?"

Fujitora is blind and can only feel his way along the corridor walls with his hands.

The cold, hard metal walls felt somewhat rough to the touch.

"What a pity, I really wanted to see what it looked like in person."

"What can you see inside?"

As the Ryokugyu, who had been riding this Ancient Weapon all the way back to New Mary Geoise, Marineford remarked, "Anyway, we're not allowed to move around freely in here. The only difference between this and ordinary ships is that it's made of metal."

Is that so?

Fujitora smiled kindly and nodded.

"My lifelong brother,"

Ryokugyu's voice suddenly changed, becoming excited, "Compared to its appearance, its power is definitely more intriguing, isn't it?"

"Hehe, legend has it that Pluton could sink an island with a single cannon shot, so this Ancient Weapon should be just as powerful, right?"

"I would rather no one ever know its power."

Fujitora sighed softly, and that's what he said.

Such terrifying weapons, if misused, would surely bring devastating disaster to the entire world.

"Brother, don't overthink it."

Ryokugyu patted Fujitora on the shoulder and laughed, saying, "At least for now, this thing is a huge help to us."

"Right now, it's enough for us to defeat the Beasts Pirates and that Ian guy."

Fujitora did not say anything more.

I just hope that everything will get better after this war is won.

Another part inside this weapon.

Sengoku, Garp, and Tsuru, three old acquaintances, were also gathered together, drinking tea and enjoying snacks.

"This should be the World Government's greatest asset."

Sengoku put down his teacup and spoke slowly.

"That's strange,"

Vice Admiral Tsuru asked calmly, "If you have such a weapon, why didn't you bring it out and use it sooner?"

"After that crushing defeat six years ago, the World Government has adopted an almost permissive attitude towards the Beasts Pirates."

Why is that?

"I've already asked that question."

The Sengoku states, "The Gorosei said that Ancient Weapon could not be used arbitrarily; a certain price had to be paid."

Vice Admiral Tsuru immediately narrowed his eyes. "That's good news."

If these Ancient Weapon could be used at will, that would be truly terrifying.

Especially since this weapon is in the hands of an immortal person.

"No matter what,"

Sengoku calmly said, "Let's talk about everything after the war is over."

What will become of the World Government and the Navy afterward? We'll have to wait and see.

In short, as a righteous navy, eliminating pirates is never a mistake.

Elsewhere, in a corner.

"Hehehehe! I'm in!"

Wearing an ill-fitting suit, Justice Coat draped over his shoulders, the rank of Rear Admiral general hanging on his shoulders, and a naval cap pulled low to conceal his appearance, the young man raised his head, revealing a grinning face.

"Ace! I've come to find you!"

This Ancient Weapon lies deep within the realm of Uranus.

Im sat high on his throne.

He looked down at the group of people below.

"Lord Im,"

Warcury knelt respectfully. "Everyone is here."

Beside him were four other colleagues, and behind him were the high-ranking Knights of God, led by Figarland Gellinger.

The Knights of God suffered heavy losses in the battle six years ago.

Fortunately, not all of the Knights of God were brought to the battlefield that time.

After six years of replenishment, the organization's strength has now recovered to about 70-80%.

Im's eyes were indifferent.

"Lord Im!"

Gellinger's voice was respectful. "We are ready."

"Good."

Ian raised his right hand. "Then accept Mu's gift."

Black energy emanated from his palms, swirling and dancing like snakes.

The black snake split in mid-air, turning into thin black lines that then pierced directly into the bodies of all the Knights of God.

"Sign a contract with Mu and become Mu's apostle."

"Ugh!!"

At this moment, the eyes of the members of the Knights of God, led by Gellinger, trembled and their bodies shook uncontrollably, as if they were undergoing some indescribable and enormous change within themselves.

The Gorosei kept their heads down, and no one could see their expressions.

This was originally their exclusive power.

In the past, if others had received the power bestowed by Lord Im, they certainly wouldn't have felt good about it.

But now, they're just wondering if receiving Lord Im's favor at this time is really a good thing.

Lord Im's blessing is indeed a great power, but the price is equally heavy.

The New World.

The massive black warship remained silently stationary somewhere in this sea area.

"Lord Ian,"

Ian sat leisurely on the gunwale fishing, showing no signs of the impending final battle against the World Government, where he would bet the entire world on the outcome.

A telephone sat beside him, and Stussy's voice came through the mouth of Den Den Mushi: "The government has notified me to assemble in the Whole Cake Island Sea."

"Really, they're even making the most of a force like me. It seems the government has truly made up its mind."

"Perhaps it's because you've accumulated some power over the years,"

Ian's lips curled up. Stussy hadn't just been running a sex business on Hachinosu Island all these years; he'd actually recruited a group of quite capable men.

"Overall, well done, Stussy."

Once the direction the World Government is heading is determined, the rest is quite simple.

"It's so good to be of help, Lord Ian."

Stussy smiled and said, "Then I won't go this time. Anyway, with my abilities, I wouldn't be of any help even if I went."

"No problem."

Ian smiled and said, "You've done more than enough."

Indeed, as Stussy said, her strength would be of little use even if she participated in the war.

After ending his call with Stussy, Ian immediately ordered Pluton to advance towards the Whole Cake Island, and also instructed Enel to relay the order to evacuate the residents of the Whole Cake Island.

Although we no longer care about treating that place as a battlefield, minimizing losses would certainly not be a bad thing.

Aunt Linlin had mixed feelings about this.

After all, the Whole Cake Island was a nation she built single-handedly, the culmination of most of her life's work.

It was bad enough that Ian stole it a few years ago, but now it's going to be used as a battlefield to showcase the firepower of Ancient Weapon.

Before they even reached the Whole Cake Island Ocean, the guys who had rushed over from the very frontier of the New World joined them.

"Oh my god, is this the legendary Ancient Weapon?"

Kuzan was originally stationed at G-1 base, stood on the deck of Pluton, his eyes darting around as he clicked his tongue in amazement, "Really, Lord Ian, if you're going to the Final Island or something, you could have taken me with you."

"Maybe next time."

Ian chuckled.

After all, G-1 Base is the front line of the Beasts Pirates' territory. Anyone can temporarily leave their post, but Kuzan is the only exception.

Jinbe was with him; he came directly from Fish-Man Island.

Kuzan rolled his eyes after hearing Ian's words.

Where will there be a next time? Is there ever another Final Island in the world?

That bastard is so lazy he can't even be bothered to give a perfunctory answer.

He couldn't be bothered to waste any more words with Ian and turned his gaze to another person on the deck.

"Oh! Senior Dragon! How long has it been since we last met?"

Kuzan greeted his old friend, whom he hadn't seen in a long time, with a big smile.

"Kuzan?"

Dragon couldn't help but smile as he looked at his younger brother from his time in the Navy.

The last time we met was when we were fighting the Golden Lion in the East Blue, wasn't it?

"I never imagined that one day you would join the Beasts Pirates."

Dragon said with a smile.

"I never imagined you'd be collaborating with Lord Ian."

Kuzan laughed too.

"Because there's no one more suitable Ian."

"Dragon said with a sigh."

"Who can argue with that?"

Kuzan scratched his head.

Yes, besides Ian, there is no other person in the world capable of changing this world.

"In short, we'll be fighting side by side again this time."

Kuzan, "Don't hold us back."

"I should be the one saying that to you."

Dragon laughed, "Besides, it's not just you and me who will be working together."

"Oh?"

Kuzan was somewhat surprised.

Then very soon, before they even reached the Sea of Whole Cake Island, another ship arrived to join Pluton.

Two people from the ship eventually landed on Pluton.

"Oh!!"

Kuzan stared at the two of them, his eyes widening in disbelief. "No way!"

"Teacher Zephyr!"

His tone was full of disbelief.

The newcomers were none other than Black Arm Zeff, the NEO Marines's Commander-in-Chief, and his right-hand man, former Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral Momousagi Gion.

"I really never imagined something like this."

Kuzan couldn't help but sigh.

Unlike the Revolutionary Army, the enmity between the NEO Marines and the Beasts Pirates runs deep.

It can be said that the reason why Teacher Zephyr and Gion- kun defected from the Navy was largely due to Lord Ian's influence.

Has Teacher Zephyr actually chosen to stand with Ian now?

While Kuzan marveling at the sight, Zephyr and the other man were also subtly attacking the massive warship.

This is the Ancient Weapon, the legendary and extremely evil warship, Pluton?

Gion silently concealed her astonishment.

Indeed, its extraordinary nature is evident even just by looking at it.

From Dragon, they already knew that Ian had found the Final Island, understood the truth of the world, and obtained the legacy left by Joy Boy.

This includes the Ancient Weapon, Pluton!

Is there no one left to stop the Beasts Pirates from taking over the world?

Gion thought to herself.

Even the Revolutionary Army, and even he and Teacher Zephyr, showed up here to lend Ian a hand.

This world is destined to change.

However, what she found hard to accept was that it was pirates, Ian, and the Beasts Pirates who brought about the change.

She would never forget the immense pain and humiliation that Ian and his Beasts Pirates had brought her.

But now there's no other choice.

"Oh! Welcome, Mr. Zephyr, Miss Gion."

Ian greeted them with open arms, just like old friends who hadn't seen each other for years, as if he wanted to give them a warm hug.

Unfortunately, neither Zephyr nor Gion showed any interest in it whatsoever.

"Don't misunderstand, Ian."

Zephyr's gaze toward Ian could only be described as one of disgust. "This is merely a necessary action to overthrow the World Government."

"Even after it's all over, we will still be enemies."

Even so, his eyes couldn't help but flicker.

Just how terrifying is the lineup on this deck right now?

The Beasts Pirates need no introduction; led by Ian, a monster among monsters, and including Kaido, Bullet, Hawk Eyes, Yamato, Hancock, Kuzan, each a world-renowned powerhouse.

The force that came to their aid was equally formidable.

The Red-Haired Pirates, the Charlotte Family, the Revolutionary Army, the Giant Kingdom, Redfield.

Add to that the Ancient Weapon beneath his feet, and frankly, Zephyr didn't think the World Government had any chance of winning.

He even began to doubt whether they needed to be there at all.

"Yeah?"

Ian didn't care about Zephyr's hostility. "Let's talk about the enemy after the war is over."

"At least we're friends now, right?"

Zephyr snorted coldly.

He certainly knew how terrible Ian was, but that didn't mean he would back down because of him.

However, this righteous naval officer still said, "Rest assured, at least on the matter of opposing the World Government, we are indeed of one mind."

"That's enough!"

Ian laughed heartily, "Welcome!"

Whether it's hostility or hatred, as long as I can contribute or help, it doesn't matter.

Ian is a pragmatist.

Thus, Zephyr and his Gion successfully joined the allied forces.

"Teacher Zephyr,"

Dragon found his former teacher and whispered a word of advice, "On your way to meet him, you've been sailing in the New World for so long, you must have seen the state of this sea area now, right?"

"Ian has governed this sea area very well, and after the war is won, he will govern the whole world very well."

Zephyr didn't say anything.

He knew what Dragon wanted to say.

But a pirate is a pirate.

If Ian overthrows the World Government, he will indeed have made a great contribution, but that will not erase the crimes he has committed.

Seeing that the teacher still looked stubborn, Dragon couldn't help but shake his head.

However, in any case, they soon arrived at the Sea of Whole Cake Island.

This will be the place of the final battle!

I overestimated myself; I still owe three chapters...