When Reason Fails, I'll Use Force

Whitebeard: "..." We've fought this far, why should I give you any face?

Redfield: "..." Who's this little brat?

Bullet: "..." Isn't this the little redhead from the ship back then? Is he putting on airs now?

The three Five Elders: "..." We've already gone to the front lines, and you're just going to say we're not going to fight? What about our pride?

Sengoku, Garp, Aokiji, and Kizaru: "..." Akainu is dead, and you're saying you'd give him face? Is your face even worth Akainu? If you're so capable, bring Akainu back to life.

Moke smiled; he had achieved all his goals.

Whether to continue fighting and expand the gains, or to make peace, it didn't matter to him. Then, a thought struck him, and he stepped forward.

"I can give you this face... but one day, when I need you to give me face, can you do it?"

Upon hearing this, the Red-Hair man's eyes narrowed slightly.

He gave Moke a deep look, then laughed, "Of course..."

Then, changing the subject, he added, "The premise is, you have the qualifications..."

"Gurarararar!" the Whitebeard burst into laughter.

He then said meaningfully, "He really does have the qualifications. I'm afraid you, Red-Hair, will have to give him face in the future."

"Um?"

The Red-Hair was slightly taken aback.

He couldn't help but look at Moke again, but this time his gaze was different. Not only him, but the crew members beside him did the same.

If anyone else had said this, they would have scoffed. But since it came from the Whitebeard man, it had to be taken seriously.

Then, they finally recognized Moke: "Moke, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea?"

They'd been on the road the whole time, so they had no idea what the specifics of this battle were. Completely puzzled, they thought to themselves, "Shouldn't the Shichibukai be allies with the Navy? Why is Whitebeard still supporting him?"

Finally, his gaze fell upon Katrin Demi, Basque Vasco Shot, Avalo Pizarro, Enel, and Jinbe.

When he saw Jinbe, his eyes flickered.

Jinbe is also Jinbe Shichibukai, but he's standing behind Moke as a subordinate. That's a lot of information...

The Red-Hair's pupils contracted slightly, and he said with considerable interest, "It's not entirely impossible..."

"Shanks..."

The happiest person present was Luffy, whose eyes lit up as he saw Shanks and rushed over.

"Shanks, you bastard..." Garp gritted his teeth. If Sengoku hadn't been holding him back, he probably would have already rushed over and punched Red-Hair in the face.

That perfectly good grandson of his, he actually managed to trick him into becoming a pirate.

Luffy, you're here too!

Red-Hair was somewhat surprised, but at the same time, he glanced at Moke and Whitebeard again.

The meaning behind their words was quite clear.

Moke no longer wants to fight, Whitebeard has expressed his support. That makes things easier...

He then looked at the Five Elders and Sengoku: "What do you think?"

The three Five Elders and Sengoku frowned, exchanging glances. Their eyes held a hint of anger. The Navy had suffered such heavy losses... even Akainu was dead.

Armistice?

Is it possible?

Red-Hair raised an eyebrow, his hand already on the hilt of his sword. "You're not going to give me Red-Hair, any face?"

The Conqueror's Haki erupted instantly, sweeping outwards in all directions.

Everyone present paled. It had to be said, the Red-Hair's Conqueror's Haki was truly top-tier. No one present could compare...

Bullet, standing in the crowd, was also shocked. He knew that when the Roger Pirates disbanded, he was already one of the strongest men in the world.

But this Red-Hair boy in front of me had only been on the ship for a short time.

The other Buggy was just a trainee crew member. But no one expected that he already possessed such terrifying Conqueror's Haki.

He had only ever seen this level of Conqueror's Haki in one person.

That was Roger!

The three Five Elders, Sengoku, Garp, Kizaru, and Aokiji all had extremely grim expressions.

Red-Hair' move was a clear indication that if they weren't going to give him face, he would resort to force...

It's numb, especially under normal circumstances.

If Red-Hair dared to do that, they wouldn't mind fighting the Red-Haired Pirates. They'd let Red-Hair experience their wrath. But now...

The Whitebeard Pirates and the Moke Pirates have already put them under considerable strain.

If another Emperor Level pirate crew were added, even if they still won, the losses would likely be so great that the entire World Government couldn't bear them.

Therefore, their expressions changed repeatedly.

But in the end, he didn't say anything... he just stared intently at the Red-Hair.

Red-Hair didn't press them to take a stand. After all, remaining silent was an attitude in itself.

Red-Hair, then turned to Luffy: "It's been a long time since we last met. Want to chat?"

Luffy, that die-hard fan, nodded frantically, his face beaming with excitement.

Just then, Red-Hair spotted Redfield and Bullet in the crowd and was slightly taken aback.

One of these two was someone even Roger had to be wary of.

One was a "senior" from the same boat as him.

Red-Hair: "Bullet, long time no see!"

Bullet nodded, a hint of disbelief in his eyes. "It really has been a long time. I never imagined that the kid from back then would have such strength."

Red-Hair: "How about we chat aboard my pirate ship?"

Bullet paused for a moment, then said, "Okay..."

Whitebeard, Moke, Redfield exchanged a glance.

"Gulalalalala..."

Whitebeard chuckled, "Redfield, we're old acquaintances. Hop on my ship, I'll give you a ride."

Redfield nodded.

Finally Whitebeard looked at Moke: "First you saved Ace, then you avenged Squard the Great Whirlpool Spider. We really need to thank you..."

Ace immediately stepped forward. "That's right, if you ever need anything in the future, just let me know. I, Ace, will definitely do my best to help, and I will never refuse..."

Upon hearing Ace 'Phoenix words, Whitebeard, Marco, Jozu the Diamond, and Vista Flower Sword all changed their expressions.

Because Ace's promise was quite significant.

However, the Whitebeard Pirates always repay kindness, so they didn't speak up to stop them... though they did have some reservations.

After all, even a fool could understand.

Moke is no longer Shichibukai, and given his and his subordinates' strength, once they leave this place, they'll likely be vying for the title of Four Emperors.

The target is most likely Kaido and Big Mom. However, everyone knows perfectly well the relationship between the two.

Well!

At worst, I can shield Moke from one of the Four Emperors when he fights for the throne, and that will be my way of repaying this favor.

Whitebeard had already made up his mind.