"If the Marines' battle situation turns unfavorable, let him go early."
Tsugikuni Yoriichi's voice came through the Den Den Mushi receiver. Issho, on the other end, immediately understood what Yoriichi meant.
The New Marines had suddenly intervened in this war between the Marines and the Big Mom Pirates because the Marine force led by Admiral Akainu had acted far too ruthlessly.
On one hand, the New Marines could not bear to see so many civilians slaughtered by the Marines. On the other, they wanted more of Whole Cake Island's population to survive.
After all, Whole Cake Island only held value for the New Marines if it had people. If there were no inhabitants left, this "enclave" would not be of much use to them.
The Marines acted according to orders from their superiors.
At present, the ones directing the battle on the front lines were Admirals Aokiji and Akainu. Compared to Akainu, Aokiji's methods were gentler and better aligned with the New Marines' values and interests.
If they controlled Akainu, they could steer the battle in the direction the New Marines wanted.
"What about after the war ends?"
"Do we proceed according to the original plan?"
"Can you make it back in time?"
Issho asked question after question through the Den Den Mushi. He needed to confirm whether the plan needed to change.
After all, Tsugikuni Yoriichi's sudden disappearance from Whole Cake Island and entry into the Holy Land was simply absurd, completely outside their plans.
Without Yoriichi holding the fort in Whole Cake Island, events might not develop entirely as the New Marines had anticipated.
"Proceed according to the original plan."
"With all of you there, I'm at ease."
"I'll hurry back as soon as possible."
"That's all for now. Notify me immediately if anything changes."
With that, Tsugikuni