An ancient aura permeated the air, as though it had traveled through the long river of time.
"We've entered the Eternal Triangle Zone," Robin said, observing the changes around them. "Ancient documents mention that the abnormal magnetic fields here interfere with navigation equipment. We'll need to rely on the stars and ocean currents to determine our direction."
Just as Lin Ye was about to respond, the lookout's urgent shout interrupted him. "Navy warships ahead! Five of them, forming an encirclement!"
Everyone tensed at once. Lin Ye swiftly climbed the mast and surveyed the distance through his telescope. Sure enough, five Navy warships had formed a semicircle, blocking their path forward.
"Damn it, they've found us." Ace clenched his fists. "And it looks like an ambush."
"Turn around!" Lin Ye ordered, but the captain shook his head.
"I'm afraid we can't, Lord Lin Ye. Two warships have appeared behind us as well. We're completely surrounded."
The situation turned dire in an instant. The Navy had clearly come prepared; not only did they have the advantage in numbers, but they had also chosen the perfect place for an ambush.
"Prepare for battle!" Lin Ye drew the Golden Blade, its edge glinting coldly beneath the sun. "Ace, Sabo, the three of us will lead the charge and open a breakthrough for the Gale. Robin and the others, protect the ship."
A fierce battle erupted at once. Lin Ye, Ace, and Sabo charged toward the nearest warship, launching a violent assault. Though each of them was powerful, they gradually began to struggle against the vastly superior numbers of Navy elites.
What worried them most was that this Navy force appeared to be equipped with improved Ability Suppressors. Though not as powerful as the Voidbringer, they still had a noticeable effect on Devil Fruit Users.