There's Only One Truth!

Sengoku felt inexplicably agitated after hearing Storm's words.

Even the renowned strategist Sengoku was unsure whether agreeing to Storm's request to "build his own navy" was truly a good thing...

However, judging from Storm's past behavior...

Sengoku always felt that Storm would occasionally surprise him with a little something...

It's like how Storm inexplicably received an invitation from the Gorosei and became one of the "Shichibukai"!

'Wouldn't that bring shame to justice...?'

Sengoku glanced up at the huge plaque hanging on the wall of the Fleet Admiral's Office.

A huge plaque, with black characters on white paper, clearly imprinted with five large characters—

Absolute Justice!

These are principles and guidelines that the entire navy must strictly adhere to.

It also reflects the World Government's requirements for the navy and its understanding of justice.

In order to uphold "Absolute Justice," the navy must spare no effort to eradicate all evil from the sea.

To be precise...

The Navy needs to eradicate all evil—in the eyes of the World Government.

During the Warring Sengoku period, when Admiral held high office, a different ideal of justice prevailed.

Justice that Reigns Supreme.

However, after taking over as "Air" and becoming the Fleet Admiral of the Marine Headquarters, Sengoku's ideals of justice changed.

As Fleet Admiral of the Marine Headquarters, he must obey the will of the World Government, that is, to follow—

Absolute Justice!

As for the former "Justice that Reigns Supreme".

That was merely the ideal of justice held by the Admiral Sengoku.

However, this is not the concept of justice held by Fleet Admiral Sengoku.

Standing beneath the plaque that reads "Absolute Justice".

Sengoku wondered if the future Storm would bring shame upon "justice".

But he can be certain of one thing.

That's Storm right now; he's definitely not practicing "Absolute Justice"!

This kid, as a member of the Sword Unit, is capable of committing the monumental act of slaughtering the entire Infinite Hell...

Even Akainu's "Thorough Justice" wasn't thorough enough to want to wipe out the entire Infinite Hell!

This kid is even more aggressive than Akainu!

I trust you to handle things.

During the Sengoku, he cleared his mind of all distractions and uttered a statement that was entirely against his conscience.

He then skipped over that topic and revealed his true intention in making the Den Den Mushi.

"Storm, you know the name 'Edward Teach,' right?"

Although it was phrased as a question, it was spoken as if it were a straightforward statement during the Sengoku period.

"Oh..."

Storm gave a long "Oh," and answered casually.

"So this is your true purpose, Fleet Admiral Sengoku."

"It's not about getting me promoted or making money; it's just about getting information about 'Edward Teach' from me."

From the moment Storm uttered the name "Edward Teach" to Marcus Saint Mars.

He knew that the people from Marine Headquarters would definitely come looking for him.

It's simply a matter of time.

When Storm first acquired the [Clay Fruit] power, he created an abstract version of "Whitebeard the Third" at Marine Headquarters.

Back then, Storm referred to the then-known "Whitebeard the Third" as "Edward Teach," who was now "Whitebeard the Second."

The bounty on Edward Teach's head is now causing quite a stir.

As long as there is one person in the Navy who remembers what happened back then.

Storm will then be exposed.

Therefore, Storm had anticipated the Sengoku issue and was not surprised.

"No, promoting you is one thing, Edward Teach is another."

Sengoku would never admit that he had never actually intended to promote Storm's rank, and that what just happened was merely an accident.

He deliberately blurred the lines between the two matters, speaking vaguely.

"Both of these things are very important for the Navy."

"Heh, I'll take your word for it for now, Fleet Admiral Sengoku."

Storm chuckled, too lazy to expose Sengoku's deliberate attempt to conceal his true intentions.

"What do you want to know? About Edward Teach?"

"Everything."

Sengoku said in a deep voice, firing off a barrage of questions like bullets.

"How did you learn the name 'Edward Teach'? How did you come into contact with 'Edward Teach'? And... why do you call 'Edward Teach' 'Whitebeard the Third'?"

I was reminded by Vice Admiral Tsuru earlier.

Sengoku and Kizaru both recalled the "Whitebeard attack on Marine Headquarters" incident, which had caused quite a bit of trouble at Marine Headquarters.

As the culprit who caused this incident.

Storm and the incredibly abstract "Whitebeard the Third" were also unearthed from Vice Admiral Tsuru's memories.

After a brief discussion.

Whether it's Sengoku, Vice Admiral Tsuru, or Kizaru, one fact is basically established—

Vongola Storm definitely knows Edward Teach!

Moreover, judging from the name "Whitebeard the Third," Storm even knows some more secretive things!

So here's the question.

How did Storm, a Gunko with an impeccable background, get involved with Edward Teach?

Sengoku and Vice Admiral Tsuru discussed this issue for a long time, but could not come to any conclusion.

Because in the eyes of the naval leaders, Storm's life trajectory was completely "transparent".

Storm grew up in a town behind Marineford, entered Naval Academy at 16, joined naval Rookie Training Camp at 17, and became a member of the Sword Unit at 18...

With such a clear life trajectory, it's impossible to find any specific connection between him and "Edward Teach".

White Dragon and Whitebeard the Second.

These two people, who should have had no connection whatsoever, developed a relationship that no one else knew about.

Sengoku and Vice Admiral Tsuru racked their brains but couldn't come up with a solution.

Since we can't analyze the problem...

Then we'll have to find the person involved!

"So many questions! Explaining them one by one would be too troublesome."

Storm feigned arrogance and used his most frequently used excuse.

"Simply put, Edward Teach is my subordinate!"

"... Storm, I'm not kidding you!"

After a moment of silence, Sengoku rubbed his head and said with a headache.

"Edward Teach harbors too many secrets. He not only possesses the power of a young Whitebeard, but he also ate the [Rumble-Rumble Fruit]!"

"Whether from the government's perspective or from headquarters' perspective, Edward Teach poses a very high threat!"

"Headquarters genuinely wants to obtain some intelligence from you regarding Edward Teach."

"I was sincerely presenting the facts and reasoning with Fleet Admiral Sengoku."

Storm responded helplessly.

"Edward Teach really is one of my men!"

How could Whitebeard the Second. possibly be a subordinate of White Dragon?

The Sengoku was rolling his eyes so hard they almost reached the moon.

He would rather believe that the "Sun God Nika" that has been passed down for hundreds of years is real than believe this claim.

"Vongola Storm!"

Sengoku took a deep breath and emphasized his words.

"Just now, the New World branch base sent an urgent notification."

"The Whitebeard Pirates, the Beasts Pirates, and the BIG MOM Pirates have all mobilized their forces; all three Emperor Pirates are launching a search for Edward Teach."

" Of the Yonko of the New World, only the Red-Haired Pirates, with their weak foundation, have not yet taken action."

"Edward Teach, that man, has stirred up the entire situation on the ocean!"

So, please stop joking around, okay?

"Alright, I'll tell you the truth then, there's only one truth..."

Storm paused for a moment, then spoke calmly.

"I am Edward Teach."

"..."

Snap!

Sengoku hung up the Den Den Mushi immediately.

He felt that if the conversation continued, he would be unable to resist carrying out the Buster Call against White Dragon in his capacity as Marine Headquarters Fleet Admiral of the Marines!

Five Marine Vice Admiral, ten naval warships, and a thousand elite marines—under the intense bombardment, perhaps White Dragon's mind could regain some clarity.

What on earth is this kid saying?

Is he Edward Teach?

Why doesn't he just say he's Edward Newgate?

Or perhaps he is Gol D. Roger?

Is it Rocks D. Xebec?

Is it Joey Boy from eight hundred years ago rising from the ashes?

Sengoku paced back and forth in the Fleet Admiral's Office, his chest heaving violently and his breathing rapid and disordered.

Even the "Buddha's mentality" granted by the [Zoan Human- Human-Human Fruit Mythical Zoan Buddha Form] was starting to falter.

A considerable amount of time passed.

Only then did the Sengoku period finally calm down.

He picked up the Den Den Mushi and dialed Vongola Storm once again.

"Vongola Storm! You brat!! Get your head straight!!!"

Sengoku picked up the Den Den Mushi, held back for a long time, but finally couldn't hold back any longer and unleashed a torrent of abuse into the Den Den Mushi's receiver.

"Edward Teach attacked the Red Line Continent, severely injured the Gorosei, and even Borsalino couldn't do anything about him!"

"He is the 'Lightning Person' who ate the [Rumble-Rumble Fruit]! His bounty is 1.999 billion Beli! He poses a significant threat to the government and the Navy!"

"You! You! What do you have to compare with them with!"

The last sentence was something the Sengoku period could have left unsaid.

But he simply couldn't resist.

On the other end of the Den Den Den Mushi).

Storm stared blankly at the sky.

Family, does anyone understand? These days, nobody believes the truth...

Besides, I'm the one telling the truth, so why am I the one who gets hurt?

"Alright, Fleet Admiral Sengoku."

Storm was utterly devastated and resigned to his fate.

What do you think is the truth of the matter?

"You know Edward Teach?"

"Right."

"It must have been by chance that I met Edward Teach."

"Um."

He claimed to be 'Whitebeard the Third'.

"Yes."

Where did you meet him?

"What do you think, Fleet Admiral Sengoku?"

"I think the Sabaody Archipelago is the most likely candidate; it's closest to headquarters and a melting pot of all sorts of people."

"Yes, Fleet Admiral Sengoku, you are truly too clever!"

Storm clapped his hands vigorously and praised loudly.

"They figured out the whole story right away!"

"Really?"

Whether it was Sengoku's imagination or not, he seemed to detect a hint of sarcasm in Storm's words.

Just like that guy Borsalino...

"Really, Fleet Admiral."

Storm's sincere gaze, mimicked by the Den Den Mushi, was precisely conveyed to Sengoku.

"I had a day off that day, and I went shopping in the Sabaody Archipelago. That's when I unexpectedly ran into Edward Teach, who introduced himself as 'Whitebeard the Third'... Yes! That's it!"

I have a question.

Sengoku nodded; Storm's words were exactly what he had guessed, but he still noticed a suspicious point.

Why would Edward Teach call himself "Whitebeard the Third"? Is there another "Whitebeard the Second" on the high seas?

"Yes! That's right!"

Storm has given up entirely.

"Has the Fleet Admiral Sengoku forgotten the Whitebeard who attacked the elite Rookie Training Camp before?"

"That Whitebeard is just as young and powerful; even Professor Zephyr is no match for him."

His real name is --

"Edward Weevil!"

Many people confuse Sengoku's and Akainu's sense of justice.

In his youth, Sengoku was a righteous ruler who reigned supreme over the world.

Becoming Fleet Admiral means Absolute Justice.

Akainu embodies Thorough Justice.

This has been explained many times, but people still get confused.

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