News of Dressrosa being attacked by pirates shocked the world. Everyone knew Dressrosa was New Marines territory. Since word of Tsugikuni Yoriichi's disappearance had spread, this was the first time pirates had specifically targeted New Marines territory.
The undercurrents of the New World had instead settled into an eerie calm after this incident.
Every faction turned its attention toward Dressrosa, quietly waiting to see how the New Marines would respond to a pirate attack.
The news of Tsugikuni Yoriichi's disappearance had come from Fish-Man Island. It had been brought out by World Government scientists who had relocated from Egghead Island to Fish-Man Island, and their account was detailed and convincing.
But when it came to targeting a colossal force like the New Marines, all factions became cautious.
For those harboring designs on the New Marines, this incident was an excellent opportunity.
Rumor had it that the pirates who attacked Dressrosa had once been officers of the Rocks Pirates. A great pirate of that caliber would be more than enough to give the New Marines a headache.
Marie Geoise.
The Gorosei gathered in a grand hall somewhere within Pangea Castle. News that pirates had attacked Dressrosa had also reached their ears.
During this period, the Gorosei had dispatched large numbers of Cipher Pol agents to New Marines territories. Their purpose was to verify whether Tsugikuni Yoriichi was truly dead. Compared to the pirates, these old men were far more cautious.
"Dressrosa is one of the New Marines' most important economic pillars. If that place is attacked, Whole Cake Island certainly won't ignore it."
"Kyros is also considered one of the New Marines' senior figures. I heard that man has now disappeared."
"There should no longer be any powerful fighters guarding Dressrosa."
"So... has the New Marines made any moves so far?"