Sengoku's fleet sailed east, targeting a coastal island base, a secret site used by the World Government for experiments and resource storage.
The mission seemed simple, but the dangers hidden behind it were beyond measure.
Sengoku stood on the ship's command deck with a grave expression as the sea wind mercilessly whipped through his hair.
"Be careful. The reefs in the waters around this island are extremely dangerous."
Sengoku drew a deep breath and said sternly to the naval officers beside him,
"Prepare landing strategies in advance, and be ready for any unexpected situation."
He knew that what awaited him was not merely the enemies on the island. Even dangers from the seafloor could erupt at any moment.
He had to tread with exceptional caution every step of the way.
Enel's fleet, meanwhile, had a more unusual target: a pirate gathering point along a sea route.
Enel's plan was to destroy the enemy's hidden forces through a swift battle, opening a breach in the overall situation.
The fleet cut through the waves and closed in on its target, while an inexplicable pressure filled the air.
Enel stood atop the ship's lookout tower, his gaze distant. No matter how violently the sea before him churned, it seemed incapable of shaking the calm within him.
"These pirates still dare to lurk around here."
A trace of disdain curled across Enel's lips. He waved a hand coldly and ordered the fleet to prepare its assault.
"Let them know that true lightning will not give them any chance."
Bartholomew Kuma's fleet continued south, its objective to destroy one of the World Government's strategic military ports in the south.
Bartholomew Kuma's strength was unrivaled. Towering like a mountain and sparing of words, he showed no emotional fluctuation even now. His eyes were as sharp as