Cooperation?

The shriek of space being torn apart drowned out the clamor of the battlefield!

Under Robin's command, the Hachinosu Island Allied Forces had initially gathered atop a relatively elevated ruin platform.

Bullet stood at the very front, covered in simmering rage as he stared fixedly at the formation and Shanks.

Robin stood at the center, her hands crossed as countless "Eye Flowers" and "Ear Flowers" bloomed all around, monitoring the entire battlefield.

The Imperial Guards formed a defensive formation, the Kuja Warriors drew their bows and nocked arrows, while Fisher Tiger, Jinbe, Moria, Perona, Tesoro, and the others spread out around them, standing ready. The atmosphere was tense yet orderly.

The BIG MOM Pirates formed a circle some distance away.

Big Mom sat comfortably upon the Flame Throne. Zeus fanned her attentively, while Prometheus had transformed into a grill, upon which enormous steaks were roasting.

Katakuri, Smoothie, and the other Sweet Commanders stood at her side. The other officers and minions sat or stood around, each holding food, looking exactly like an open-air theater audience watching the battle of the century. All they lacked was someone shouting, "Snacks and drinks for sale in the front row!"

Under Ben Beckman's lead, the Red-Haired Pirates had already formed a battle formation on the flank of the magic circle.

Yasopp's gun was firmly trained on the formation. Lucky Roo's fists were Covered with condensed Armament Haki. Limejuice, Hongo, and the others had drawn their weapons, flames of fury, concern, and resolve Burning with in their eyes.

Beckman stood at the front, his Flintlock Gun held level. He had replaced his cigarette with a fresh one, but his gaze was colder than the barrel of his gun.

Together with the Hachinosu Island Allied Forces, they vaguely formed a pincer formation, their target directly aimed at the "Disruptors" about to arrive.

The black light of the pentagram formation suddenly contracted to its limit, as though it had swallowed every ray of light around it, forming a fleeting yet heart-chilling point of absolute darkness!

"Bzzzz—boom!"

The next instant, the black light violently expanded and exploded like a supernova! The blinding radiance made everyone instinctively squint or shield their eyes.

Within the intense light, accompanied by a solemn hum like a sacred hymn, five figures gradually solidified from distorted light and stepped into the center of the magic circle.

A faint golden halo cloaked their bodies, carrying a touch of false sanctity. Their powerful pressure spread like tangible waves, making even the air thick and heavy.

Ordinary soldiers even found it hard to breathe, their knees turning weak.

Legal God-Warrior Topman Mercury Saint was short and fat, dressed in an extravagant white robe and holding an ornately decorated scepter.

His eyes were arrogant as he swept his gaze over the battlefield as if looking upon a swarm of ants.

Science Defense Martial God Figarland Garling Saint wore a rapier at his waist. Even through his sunglasses, one could feel the blade-sharp gaze in his eyes.

One glance was enough to tell that he was an extraordinary swordsman, his aura incomparably sharp.

The commander of the Holy Knights, Figarland Shamrock Saint, revealed a handsome face filled with harshness and arrogance. He wore magnificent white knight armor trimmed in gold and a dark crimson cape that symbolized his status.

The first thing he did was cast a contemptuous, disdainful gaze at the mutated Shanks floating nearby.

The two newly appointed Holy Knights wore standard-issue yet equally exquisite white knight armor. Their faces were young, but their eyes arrogant and cold. Holding Longswords that gleamed with a chilling light, they stood to Shamrock's left and right like two icy statues of slaughter.

Shamrock spoke first, his voice like cold metal scraping together, filled with undisguised mockery as he said to the mutated Shanks, "Hmph. The 'shame' of the Figarland family—a traitor who abandoned his noble divine name and willingly mingled with commoners. Looking at your pathetic state, you are ultimately nothing more than a slightly useful weapon in Lord Imu's hand. Truly... revolting."

His words were like poisoned thorns, every one of them piercing the heart.

Garling Saint remained silent, while Saint Warcury puffed out his belly and pointed his scepter toward the battlefield.

In his distinctive phlegmy tone, Saint Warcury loudly called out toward the "best viewing seats," "Charlotte Linlin!"

He struck his scepter against the ground with a dull thud. "See the situation clearly! The Hachinosu Island rebels have colluded with the Revolutionary Army, developed forbidden weapons, and openly defied the World Government. Their crimes are unforgivable! The enemy of our enemy is our friend! In the name of the highest authority of the World Government, the Five Elders, I promise this: as long as your BIG MOM Pirates give your all in helping us wipe out these island rebels, the government will recognize you as the Top Western Emperor after the deed is done! You, Charlotte Linlin, shall lead the order of the New World! Furthermore..."

He paused, casting out another lure. "Some top-secret information concerning the Life Design Blueprint in the Mary Geoise treasury may also be offered as additional compensation!"

Saint Warcury used empty promises and something that might strike at Big Mom's weak point as bait.

"Mamamamamama—!!!!!!"

Big Mom's wild laughter nearly overturned Prometheus's Flame Throne!

Her eyes instantly turned into enormous Beli symbols, while saliva poured from the corners of her mouth like waterfalls, landing on Zeus with a sizzling sound.

"Top Western Emperor?! Life Design Blueprint?! Deal! What a bargain! Mamamama!"

Her massive body Trembled with excitement, making even the Flame Throne shake.

Her mind raced wildly: First, I'll use these Celestial Dragon pigs to take down Hachinosu Island and that bastard Bullet! Once both sides suffer, I'll wipe out these self-righteous Celestial Dragon idiots in one go! Top Western Emperor? Hmph, when the time comes, the entire New World—no, the whole world—will become my dessert kingdom! The Life Design Blueprint... Totto Land's perfect race puzzle will depend on it!

"Minions!"

Big Mom abruptly rose to her feet. The Flame Throne vanished, and Napoleon, the Emperor Sword, reappeared in her hand. Pointing it toward the Hachinosu Island Allied Forces, her voice Resounded across the wilds. "Listen up! Turn your cannons around! Target—Hachinosu Island! Grind every one of those eyesores into minced meat! For the Top Western Emperor! For my perfect kingdom! Attack—!!!"

"Ooooooh—!!!"

The snack-munching crowd of the BIG MOM Pirates instantly transformed into a ferocious army! Katakuri's eyes narrowed. Though he felt it was inappropriate, he could not disobey Mother, and his trident pointed directly ahead.

Smoothie drew her greatsword, Cracker frantically summoned biscuit soldiers, and Prometheus and Zeus unleashed their full firepower!

The "viewing seats," which had been peaceful just moments ago, instantly became a battlefield filled with killing intent and fresh forces!

Saint Warcury's attempt to recruit Big Mom was like the final straw, completely crushing the last lingering shred of fantasy the Red-Haired Pirates held toward the World Government.

Ben Beckman viciously spat out the cigarette butt in his mouth, sparks scattering at his feet.

His voice was no longer low. It was clear, calm, and filled with steel-like resolve as it Resounded in every Red-Haired Pirate's ears. "Did you all hear that? The captain was controlled by their despicable methods! Our enemy has never been Hachinosu Island! It is the World Government! It is these Celestial Dragons who stand above us and treat human lives like grass!"

He suddenly raised his Flintlock Gun, its barrel directly aimed at the Five Elders and God's Knights before the pentagram formation, and roared, "Red-Haired Pirates—!"

Every member, including Yasopp, Lucky Roo, Limejuice, and the others, erupted with an earth-shaking roar. "Here—!!!"

Beckman shouted, "Draw your blades! Raise your swords! From this moment on, we fight side by side with Hachinosu Island! Our objective—"

"Take back the captain! Take down the Celestial Dragons!!!"

The impassioned roars Resounded through the heavens! Their Fighting Spirit instantly boiled over!