Zephyr's words were even more shocking than his own defeat at Setsuna's hands.
No one could believe it. This former Marine Admiral who had betrayed Marine Headquarters had actually taken the initiative to join a Shichibukai's crew.
Ochoku's face twisted, veins bulging on his forehead. "Trash! You're even more useless than the Marine Admirals Rocks killed back then!"
He had originally hoped Zephyr could stall for more time, but Zephyr had directly joined the other side instead.
For once, Kizaru put away his frivolous smile. Stroking his chin thoughtfully, he said, "The benefits on Lord Setsuna's ship seem quite good. When this old man retires, perhaps I should go join his crew as an officer too."
Ace rubbed his temples, looking troubled. "The vice-captain's position is getting harder and harder to keep."
Counting on his fingers, he said, "Enel, Uta, Hancock, Teach, and now an even stronger former Marine Admiral. My position as vice-captain isn't secure at all."
The Neo Marines were also in an uproar. Ain asked in confusion, "Teacher, why?"
Zephyr's voice was low yet resolute. "I want to gamble one last time with what remains of my life."
Standing nearby, Setsuna pondered with interest. "Once I obtain the Yami-Yami Fruit, I'll have Zephyr eat it."
The thought of making a Marine Admiral who had once symbolized light consume a fruit representing darkness made him unable to suppress his anticipation at the irony.
"Darkness Admiral... that sounds pretty good."
Just then, a massive pirate fleet suddenly charged into Hachinosu's waters. The lead pirate ship flew the flag of the Beasts Pirates.
"Wororororo!" A deafening dragon's roar came from the sky as Kaido transformed into an azure dragon and spiraled down. His enormous body blotted out the sky.
"Ochoku, your situation seems pretty bad right now. Want to submit