In the Grand Line, a Winged Gull beat its wings and flew at breakneck speed. The fishermen nearby could only catch a glimpse of a pale blur before it vanished over the horizon.
"Whew. I'll do one last job, then I'm out. I have to get my hands on the method for awakening a Zoan Devil Fruit user, no matter what. Once I awaken mine, I'll be strong enough to take on—or even overpower—the Three Admirals!"
As Luo Sa flew at full speed toward Marine Headquarters, a group of uninvited guests arrived in Marineford.
In the office of Sengoku, commander of the Marine Headquarters fortress, all the Navy's top brass had gathered: the Three Admirals, Aokiji, Kizaru, and Akainu; Tsuru, chief of staff at Marine Headquarters; Garp; and Zephyr, chief instructor of the Elite Camp.
Alongside the Marine brass stood a group of mysterious men wearing black suits and round black hats.
"Sengoku, the Five Elders ordered the CP Organization to join the operation to hunt down Ghost Fox. We're here now, so let's get moving!"
The black-clad man at the head of the group lifted his chin and looked down at Sengoku. Everyone, including the Celestial Dragons, was deeply displeased that the Navy still hadn't started its operation against Ghost Fox.
"CP0, this is the Navy. We have our own arrangements, so stop sticking your noses into our business!" Garp snorted, clearly annoyed.
"Hey, hey, we just want to get the job done as quickly as possible. Don't get worked up, Vice Admiral Garp." One of the black-clad men stepped in with a smile to smooth things over.
"I have a suggestion about who should lead this operation against Ghost Fox. Would you be interested?" the man at the head of the group suddenly said with a smile.
"What