Ch. 321Emergency Meeting
Key Plot Points and Events
- Sasuke is summoned to the Fleet Admiral's office for a countermeasure against the impending war with the Whitebeard Pirates.
- Sengoku reveals that Pluton (Silvers Rayleigh) had made a deal with the Marines, and his pirate crew was disbanded.
- A war council is held with Admirals Akainu, Aokiji, and Vice Admiral Tsuru joining.
- Sasuke suggests focusing on defeating Whitebeard quickly to avoid confrontations with Red-Hair (Shanks) and Kaido.
- News arrives that the Pirate King's vice captain (Rayleigh) was killed on the Sabaody Archipelago, which Sasuke finds convenient as it may deter Kaido and Red-Hair.
Character Developments
- Sasuke: Grows stronger after devouring Garp and Rayleigh's Haki and physical strength. Shows strategic thinking and confidence in his abilities.
- Sengoku: Realizes Sasuke's brain isn't functioning "normally" after his bold statement about defeating Whitebeard quickly. Shows concern about Rayleigh's potential involvement.
Significant Themes
- Power dynamics and alliances among the Four Emperors and the Marines.
- Sasuke's growth and increasing confidence in his abilities.
- The potential threat of Pluton (Silvers Rayleigh) and the desire for the Tremor-Tremor Fruit.
Character Interactions
- Sasuke and Sengoku: Sasuke challenges Sengoku's composure, and Sengoku shares confidential information with Sasuke due to his new rank.
- Sasuke, Akainu, and Aokiji: They clash over Sasuke's growth and ideas during the war council.
- Sasuke and the group: Sasuke's nonchalant attitude towards Rayleigh's death surprises and concerns the others.