Please Subscribe! An Emperor of the Sea Joins the Battle?
The first half of the Grand Line, Winter Island, Drum Kingdom.
The weather here remains as gloomy and cold as ever. Snowflakes, as white as goose feathers, fall from the sky as if they were free. The cold wind howls and blows wildly, carrying snowflakes, while people working outside wear thick winter clothes.
The construction workers, especially those from the World Government, disregarded their red, frozen cheeks and used their thickly gloved hands to push boxes full of materials and tools onto the expanded Mushroom Cable Car.
On the other side, the magnificent Ice Staircase Kuzan had spent a great deal of time and effort to create was also being climbed by a long line of people. Every kilometer, there were spacious platforms where wooden cabins and pavilions had already been built for people to rest.
From an aerial view, one can see the spectacular flow of people, especially on the Drum Peak next to the main peak, where the Medical Academy building, which is already taking shape, can be clearly seen.
The Ice Staircase between the Drum Peak have transformed them into a beautiful, shimmering necklace!
At this moment, Dr. Kureha was with a large group of doctors from various departments, enjoying the underfloor heating that the construction team had prioritized installing, while watching the live broadcast projected by the video Projection Den Den Mushi.
"Wow, someone can actually unleash such terrifying lava. If it hits someone, I'm wondering how to treat them," a middle-aged male doctor pondered, stroking his chin.
"It's definitely severe burns all over the body. If the patient doesn't have a strong will to live, then surviving will depend on a miracle," another doctor chimed in.
These doctors, of varying ages but all wearing white coats, offered a fascinating perspective on this globally significant naval battle, always managing to bring up medical aspects of the situation, no matter what it was about.
At this moment, Dr. Kureha was also wearing a white coat, stood up and left.
She wasn't particularly interested in these things, but since the current Medical Academy was established with the support of the World Government, she still came to take a look.
Seeing that the navy seems to have the upper hand, she's getting impatient. Her mind is now focused on research into Amber Lead Syndrome, and the fact that she can spare this much time for it already shows how much goodwill she has towards the World Government.
Also, Dr. Kureha recently heard that a Navy Admiral will be coming to see her in a few days. Oh, right, a former Navy Admiral.
As the battle in the 'New World' intensifies, the influence of this global live broadcast is gradually expanding, with more and more people gathering together or watching in small groups at home via Projection Den Den Mushi.
In particular, the royal families and nobles of the various Affiliated Nation, after witnessing firsthand the terrifying combat power displayed by the naval fleet, have gained a greater sense of awe for the World Government.
Wow, the Marine Headquarters' warships are so big, their decks are so sturdy, and their cannons have such a long range and such great power!
Even the seemingly weakest marines displayed strength, speed, and reflexes United States Navy!
Those officers and soldiers wearing Justice Cloak moved so fast that it was almost impossible to keep up with the naked eye!
In the Ryugu Palace of Fish-Man Island, 10,000 meters below the sea, King Neptune, along with Queen Otohime, the Minister of the Left, and other officials, watched the great naval battle between the navy and the One Piece.
"I am now very glad that the Navy agreed to set up a branch here. Vice Admiral Akainu and Vice Admiral Kizaru are so powerful, so Vice Admiral Aokiji, who is also a candidate for Admiral, must be about the same. Fish-Man Island will no longer have to worry about One Piece attacks." King Neptune sighed sincerely.
"Your Majesty is wise!" the Minister of the Left replied, bowing.
In fact, the Fish-Man Race officials and the Neptune Army soldiers responsible for guarding the area were all somewhat frightened by the battle scene on screen.
The Fish-Man Race believe they are ten times stronger than humans, and this isn't just the opinion of the Fish-Man District, but the mainstream view across the entire Fish-Man Island.
They acknowledged that there were humans stronger than themselves, but they figured there couldn't be many. However, the battle in the footage was between humans, with not a single Fish-Man Race in sight. Furthermore, aside from the marines, any random person they picked gave the Neptune Army's soldiers the feeling that they were invincible.
"Your Majesty, I have also heard that Dragon Vice Admiral, who is currently stationed in the Sabaody Archipelago, is also a Logia Hurricane Fruit user, and is the son of Vice Admiral Garp!"
"Oh?"
King Neptune looked at him in surprise. He had heard that the Marine Base commander in the Sabaody Archipelago was Dragon, but he didn't know his specific abilities.
Or rather, in his memory, Garp's son Dragon, was a powerless individual.
"This is a good thing! The stronger Dragon, the safer our citizens will be when they travel to or reside in the Sabaody Archipelago!"
After speaking, he looked at the projected image again, only to find it filled with golden light and he couldn't see anything at all, but the king didn't care.
He hoped that the navy could win this battle.
The Holy Land, Mary Geoise.
In the Social Plaza of Pangaea Castle, Imu, disguised Saint Nerona, had the net bags removed from the pitch. He then sat on a deckchair with Mihawk, Gion, Stussy to watch the high-definition live broadcast projected above the pitch.
This Heavenly One, he introduced Mihawk to Gion and Stussy, and then, to Mihawk's helpless expression, played an "interesting" and "exciting" tennis match with him.
This kid isn't actually that good at playing, but after just one casual game with a racket, his proficiency skyrocketed. It's true that the basic tennis techniques are no challenge for a swordsman.
Interestingly, Gion knew Mihawk, or had heard of his reputation outside.
Wielding the supreme Great Grade Sword, the Black Blade, the 'Hawk Eyes' swordsman of the night!
I never expected to meet them in this place, especially since they're Celestial Dragons!
Therefore, Gion is now filled with curiosity about Mihawk. As a result, while watching the live broadcast, she occasionally steals a glance at the latter, who is watching the battle intently.
"Ah--I really want to fight him, but he's Celestial Dragons too, what am I going to do?!" The woman was extremely conflicted at this moment.
Just then, purple lightning bolts rolled in the dark clouds on the projected screen. Upon seeing this, Imu's lips curled up slightly, revealing an extremely handsome smile.
"The main characters have arrived. Is Charlotte Linlin the first to appear?"
The next moment, streaks of purple lightning filled the entire screen, like ferocious pythons baring their fangs and claws, snapping at the warships and naval officers in battle with astonishing speed.
Strangely, some officers clearly dodged the electric snakes by using their shaving ability, but the snakes automatically turned and continued to pursue them.
Almost instantly, a dozen junior officers and hundreds of naval personnel of various ranks were knocked out by the electric shocks. Only those with the Haki aura of colonels and above survived!
"Logia Fruit user?" Mihawk asked in surprise.
Having witnessed Borsalino's "Yasakani no Magatama," it's hard not to associate such a large-scale natural phenomenon attack with Logia abilities.
"No, it's 'BIG MOM' who's here," Imu said softly.
Sure enough, thanks to the agile Publicity Department personnel, a skull and crossbones flag featuring a chocolate-colored top hat, pink curly hair, and bright red lipstick appeared before countless eyes.
"That's the Queen Mama Chanter of the Big Mom Pirates!"
Once again, it was that same reporter from a certain newspaper who, relying on his knowledge of the various forces, loudly proclaimed the information he knew in the square of the Sabaody Archipelago.
"The Emperor of the Sea has joined the war?!"
Waiting anxiously for the initial subscription data. I'm so nervous! My hands are shaking!