Declaration of Loyalty and Righteousness

A pirate ship with a shark-like prow broke through the ice, and the appearance of someone who shouldn't have been in this war immediately drew everyone's attention!

This unexpected factor, which surprised both the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates, eased the tension that had been on the verge of erupting.

"Was it that guy... who blocked Admiral Aokiji's attack?"

"Could it be another of Whitebeard's accomplices?"

"Look... doesn't that face look familiar?"

The navy personnel on Marineford Island began to whisper among themselves.

"Buggy the Clown, how dare you show your face here..." Smoker said, puffing out a cigar, "The score Loguetown is about to be settled with you!"

Standing beside Smoker Hina said, "Hina still remembers them. They were the pirates from Santansidi. The fact that they managed to escape from Hina's grasp is something Hina remembers vividly."

Boa Hancock frowned slightly. "How did they get here...?"

"Fufufufu--" Donquixote Doflamingo laughed heartily, "Some uninvited guests... have made this battle quite interesting!"

"That's the Absalom was talking about who ruined my plans, isn't he..." Gecko Moria's lips curled into a displeased expression. "I really want to turn that Red Nose into a zombie right now!"

The captains of the Whitebeard Pirates burst into laughter. "Another pirate who's been favored by the Pops... The Pops's benevolence is known throughout the land, it's nothing new."

"To dare to go to the meeting alone takes quite a bit of courage!"

The Whitebeard Pirates' morale soared even higher, while Marco, the first division commander, pondered the newcomer, "I feel like I've seen this guy somewhere before, he looks familiar... um, I can't remember..."

Amidst the watchful eyes of the crowd, Buggy landed back on the deck of the Big Top, glancing sideways slightly as he said, "Doggy, tune the channel."

"Alright!" Nilek gave an "OK" sign, then tossed a megaphone to Buggy and began operating the seemingly advanced machine beside him.

"Kurarararara--" Whitebeard gripped his halberd tightly and laughed, "It's been a while since I've thought about this. So it's you, you funny Red Nose brat. I was talking about you with Shanks a while ago... What are you doing here? If you're going to die, don't turn this place into your graveyard!"

"Don't talk to me like that..." A cunning glint flashed in Buggy's eyes. "But I do want to see how much longer you, old codger, can live, Whitebeard..."

"Kurarararara--" the Whitebeard said, "I really hadn't thought about that..."

Aside from the two people talking, almost everyone in the room felt a sense of surprise. How did that man end up chatting with Whitebeard... and they even seemed to know each other quite well!

"Buggy the Clown!"

Standing on the Execution Platform, Sengoku's eyes flashed. Holding up his Den Den Mushi, he clearly amplified his voice to every ear on the island. "When you were unknown, I thought you were just a nobody. But I never imagined you were a crew member of Gol D. Roger, the Pirate King. Furthermore, through investigation, I discovered you have a close relationship with Red-Haired Shanks, one of the Four Emperors. Someone like you has managed to remain hidden until now... and now you can't hold back any longer and have surfaced... Although I don't know your relationship with Portgas D. Ace, your purpose today is obvious: to rescue Portgas D. Ace!"

Sengoku understood the significance of this imminent war better than anyone else, and his vision was far more far-reaching than anyone else's. He understood the variables that Buggy's arrival would bring to this war. If the other side simply introduced himself in a low-key manner, a pirate with a bounty of over 100 million would not be taken seriously by the naval officers. As long as there was a slight gap, the other side would easily take advantage of the situation.

Imagine the devastating blow to the morale of our own forces if pirates with bounties exceeding 100 million were to spread their influence and achieve victory after victory in this war!

Conversely, by exaggerating the opponent's status and preparing the naval officers and soldiers mentally in advance, whatever happens next will become understandable. If the opponent's strength is not as terrifying as imagined, and they can even be captured, it will not only greatly boost the morale of the navy but also strongly deter and demoralize the Whitebeard Pirates. Furthermore, everyone watching this "feast of the times" on screens around the world, as well as pirates, will know the World Government and the Navy's formidable strength and attitude: even the crew of "Pirate King" cannot make a ripple in this war!

Although it boosted the opponent's reputation, this three-pronged approach had immense significance for the entire battle!

The entire Marineford erupted in chaos. The combination of the Four Emperors and the crew of the Pirate King made them even more nervous.

Donquixote Doflamingo looked at the figures on the Big Top with interest. "I've heard some interesting news again. The Pirate King's crew has appeared too, fufufufu--"

Boa Hancock cleared up her confusion. "No wonder he knew Rayleigh back then, there's this connection..."

"I've already started to want his shadow..." Gecko Moria's previously downturned lips suddenly curled into a smile. "A shadow of this level should be incredibly powerful!"

"That's quite a background..." Smoker stared with deadpan eyes. "How come I didn't realize it back then..."

Hina, "This really surprised me!"

Even Ace, standing on the execution platform, couldn't help but glance at Buggy, his expression somewhat complicated.

"I knew I'd seen him somewhere before..." Marco said, "He's a member of [Pirate King] crew..."

"Hello, can you hear me?"

Buggy cleared his throat slightly, tested the megaphone in his hand, and the sound was both loud and clear. Then, he put on a serious expression:

"I am Buggy, a former member of Gol D. Roger's pirate crew. I followed Captain Roger for three years, experiencing all sorts of trials and tribulations, and battles large and small. And in return..."

As Buggy spoke, a soldier rushed forward from beside the Execution Platform and whispered, "Fleet Admiral Sengoku, the Den Den Mushi signal has suddenly become unstable... it's out of control!"

A shadow immediately fell over Sengoku's forehead. "What is he trying to do...?"

Buggy continued, "I gained [freedom] and [friendship], treasures that pain and disaster cannot erase and will always remain deep in my heart. Gol D. Roger was an excellent captain, daring to take risks, sacrifice, and venture out, leading us to freely sail the seas. He was unprecedented and the greatest pirate in my heart. I was taken care of by him for three years, and now, I have something to tell you, Fire Fist Ace ..." As he spoke, his gaze turned to Ace on the Execution Platform.

"You don't have the blood of a demon flowing in your veins. You were born with the blood of [freedom]. From the moment you uttered your first words, you stood at a higher starting point than everyone else... Your father didn't give you sin, but an inexhaustible treasure. Listen, Ace, you should be proud of your father. Every word, whether praise or criticism, proves that... his actions are recognized by the entire world!!"

Ace looked incredulously in Buggy's direction. "...!!"

"Ice Ball!" Aokiji attacked without mercy, sending out five chilling ice pillars in an attempt to interrupt Buggy's next words.

"Great Chaos Cross!"

"Tekkai. Rashomon!"

Two men stood on either side of Buggy, working together to block Aokiji's attack. Cabaji, wielding the Sakura Blizzard, said, "Although the Marine Admiral are terrifying,... we won't let you interfere with Captain Buggy, even if it costs us our lives."

Mohji continued, "Indeed... otherwise, how could we have done justice to these eight months of training!"

"Fire Fist Ace, although we've never met and have no connection whatsoever..."

Undeterred, Buggy roared, "But it's precisely because you're Captain Roger's son, and have his blood flowing in Captain Roger veins, that alone is enough to make me rush here at all costs! Today, I'll risk my life to save you... This is how I, Buggy, repay your debt!!"

"...!!"

Ace's pupils dilated, his emotions a complex mix of feelings. The very person he despised, his former subordinate, had risked his life to save him from a debt of gratitude by storming Marine Headquarters. Even twenty-two years after his death, his courage continued in this way... What kind of person was he in life?

Regarding Gol D. Roger, whom he had always been unwilling to mention or confront, Ace found himself suddenly having a vague impression of him...

Buggy, having finished reciting all the prepared lines, slowly lowered the megaphone and glanced at Nilek, asking, "Doggy, is that enough?"

"The signal is connected. Everything you just said has been broadcast to all the instruments and equipment that can receive the signal." After answering, Nilek murmured to himself, "But, is this what you truly felt? Human hearts are indeed complex..."

Around the world, Twin Cape.

Crocus, reclining in his chair, listened to the radio on the table, slowly putting down his newspaper. His face remained impassive as always. "That Buggy kid really said something remarkable. Although time has passed, it reminded me of things from over twenty years ago. Ah... time waits for no one..."

A small town in the South Blue.

"No wonder the trail ended here... Roger's son, Portgas D. Ace ..." Gaban, wearing a cloak, looked at the screen. "It's a pity I'm here; I can no longer take care of my old friend's child. I can only wait and see what Buggy does next..."

Sabaody Archipelago.

"Fire Fist Ace actually..." Rayleigh sat on the stone platform, taking a swig of wine. "It's truly unexpected. Roger was surprisingly tight-lipped about this matter..."

Meanwhile, many newspaper reporters standing in front of their screens also rushed to record Buggy's words. If it weren't for the fact that he was a pirate, these touching words would have been enough to serve as a positive example to teach the next generation. Even so, they were enough to be used as raw material for news reports, adding a large piece of scrap material to this battle!

Let's return our focus to Marineford.

"Red Nose brat," even the Whitebeard standing aboard the Moby Dick couldn't help but be moved, "This magnanimity seems to have improved considerably since twenty years ago..."

"Don't get confused, Whitebeard. My presence here today has absolutely nothing to do with you... It's just that the world's winds aren't blowing east or west, but right in my direction, Buggy's!"

"Kurarararara--" Whitebeard laughed loudly, then slammed his halberd on the ground, his face filled with murderous intent, and said, "Rescue Ace with everything you have!!"

"Oh!!!"

As Whitebeard finished speaking, a flurry of hurried footsteps rose and fell, and all forty-three pirate ships of the Whitebeard Pirates set out!

"Now we have a place to stay."

"Let's go!"

"Let them see our power!"

After a thunderous roar, countless pirates, driven by an unwavering belief and a burning desire to rescue their comrades, swarmed forward and launched an attack!

At this moment, the Marine Vice Admiral standing on Marineford's mainland also calmly drew their weapons. Several figures leaped up and sliced the cannonballs fired from the pirate ship in half, which then exploded in mid-air.

"Hahaha... The frozen sea, how thoughtful of you!!"

"I'm so excited and restless!"

A general, a cigarette dangling from his lips, SMILE at the crane beside him. "Grandma Crane, why don't you step back a bit?"

"Don't give me that, you little brats!" A hint of wisdom flashed in the crane's slightly lowered eyes. "Even if we retreat to the very edge of the sea... there's nowhere safe anymore!"

The close combat between the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates finally ignited this unprecedented war. The sounds of fighting, cannon fire, and screams of tens of thousands of people filled the entire island.

Even the infamous Buster Call pales in comparison to a battle of this scale.

Standing atop the Big Top, Buggy once again instructed the crew behind him, "Remember what I said before I came: while ensuring your own safety, hold off those Marines. My goal... is to rescue Fire Fist Ace!"

Cabaji's face darkened. "Don't worry, Captain Buggy, we'll cover you!"

"That's right, we wouldn't do something like fighting Marine Admiral if we weren't confident..." Mohji's body trembled slightly with excitement. "We're standing next to one of the top powers, the Four Emperors. Even if we can't make him look good, we definitely won't hold you back, Captain Buggy!"

Shuma said with a grin, "I'll do whatever Buggy says!"

"Such a massive war..." Kaya took a deep breath, "I will do everything in my power to heal the wounded!"

"Me, Cat, and Dog will be responsible for protecting the ship..." Lilina said. "The fighting is up to you. We'll try our best to keep track of the surrounding situation!"