After discovering the Whitebeard Pirates' movements, the Going Merry, which had been waiting in the waters near Marineford, immediately set off.
Luffy and Zoro stood on the bow, clearly already growing impatient.
"You two, keep yourselves under control."
Sanji took a puff of his cigarette and stepped forward, placing a hand on Luffy's shoulder as he spoke earnestly. "Especially you, Luffy. I know you're worried, but you have to hold back later. Otherwise, things will only get more complicated."
"Phew..."
Luffy let out a long breath and nodded. "I know. As long as we can save Ace."
Hearing this, Sanji felt a little relieved.
They didn't have much of a plan for this operation. On a battlefield packed with the strongest fighters, an overly detailed plan wouldn't be much use.
The Marines would adapt to every change on the battlefield. They had deployed three Admirals and two legends from the previous generation precisely to deal with unforeseen events.
Lina and Sanji had discussed it long ago. Their forces weren't all that powerful in this war, but they weren't weak, either.
Their greatest advantage was that no one expected them to be there, so they would act as a surprise strike team.
The ship was being piloted by Undead. Everyone gathered together on deck.
"The Whitebeard Pirates will handle the main battlefield."
Sanji reminded the others once more. "We'll wait for the right moment to strike. We need to make the most of our one advantage and create the biggest opportunity we can."
Once they made their move, the Marines would react quickly. They might even send an Admiral after them. When that happened, everyone would have to give it their all.
"Though I'd love to see Pops, I'll do my best to hold myself back."
Jinbe sat cross-legged, his posture