The Arrival of Kuma and Robin's Strange Condition / I Call Foul! She's Cheating

Before long, the Division Commanders of the Whitebeard Pirates received Marco's message and gathered around Whitebeard.

"Gurararara!! Sons, you've heard the news by now! Ace went after that bastard Teach on my orders, but the Marines captured him! Before long, they'll execute him publicly at Marineford!"

The Division Commanders said nothing. It was grim news.

Whitebeard tipped back his head and took a swig of wine. "I can guess what Sengoku's thinking. He's waiting for us to come rescue Ace. We've dealt with each other for years. He knows me, and I know that Fleet Admiral just as well!"

"Going to Marineford will be dangerous. If any of you want out, say so now. Your Pops won't hold it against you!"

Not one of the Division Commanders moved. Their eyes were full of resolve.

Marco said, "Pops! What are you saying? Ace is our brother!"

Jozu said, "Exactly! We're the Whitebeard Pirates! The Marines captured Ace—they're the ones who should be afraid!"

Izo said, "That's right! We'll fight our way into Marineford and rescue Ace!"

Vista said, "Pops! My twin swords have been itching for a fight. Since grasping Sword Intent, I haven't had a proper battle! This time, I'll show those Marine grunts why they call me the Flower Sword!"

Whitebeard hadn't even needed to rally them. His Division Commanders were already fired up, burning with indignation and nearly ready to set sail and take the fight straight to the Marines.

Seeing his sons like this, Whitebeard smiled with pride. After all his years on the seas, his greatest treasure was this family willing to face any danger at his side.

"Gurararara!! That's my sons for you!"

"Pops!" they shouted back.

Whitebeard raised a hand to quiet them. "All right! There's one more thing you need to know—Ace's