Chapter 90
White Ghost is indeed upright in his conduct.
However, his previous actions had crossed the World Government's bottom line, and given the troublesome nature of the Hollow-Hollow Fruit, he was the type who would absolutely have to be sent to Impel Down for life.
But the trouble lies with that Hollow-Hollow Fruit!
When facing the White Ghost, Sengoku felt as if he had encountered a weakened version of Golden Lion Shiki.
He might not be very strong, but he can fly!
He might not be able to beat you, but he can fly!
Let me emphasize again, he can fly!
Currently, within the Marine Headquarters, there are very few high-ranking officers who possess true flight capabilities—meaning actual flight capabilities, not just hovering in the air using techniques like Geppo.
Okay, let's be precise down to the individual.
Only the Navy's Monster Vice Admiral, Borsalino, the Devil Fruit User the Glint-Glint Fruit!
However, Borsalino was recuperating at Marine Headquarters at the time, and it was estimated that he would not recover for at least a year or two.
Sengoku was well aware of how slick and cunning this younger generation member was.
Moreover, Borsalino was already severely injured and defeated by the White Ghost!
If Borsalino continues to be in charge of hunting White Ghost, he's likely doomed.
That junior was already heartbroken by the World Government, and now with another strongman locking him up, he's probably going to quit!
The Navy has absolutely no ability to counter White Ghost.
What's even more bizarre is that when the Marine Headquarters and the World Government were searching for Bullet's whereabouts all over the world some time ago, they were also distracted by trying to find information on the location of White Ghost.
Result...
It's impossible to find!
It was as if the White Ghost was truly just a wandering Ghost, drifting aimlessly above the Grand Line.
Let's get back to the main topic.
If Bullet were to stop fighting with White Ghost at this point, it would be incredibly difficult for him to encounter these two outstanding rookie Pirates again in one go!
Just as Sengoku was hoping that Bullet would continue fighting against the White Ghost.
Bullet looked at Adrian standing atop the Heart-Ravaging Maze in the distance and suddenly felt disheartened.
If you can't even defeat a mere Rookie Pirate like White Ghost, how can you ever catch up to Captain Roger?
Bullet recalled his first encounter with the Roger Pirates. In his youthful arrogance, he challenged the Great Pirate Roger, only to be defeated with a single, swift strike, like a three-year-old child.
After that incident, Bullet joined the Roger Pirates. He trained himself constantly, surpassing each of his seniors on the Pirates ship. He could clearly feel himself getting stronger every day.
However, Bullet also discovered that the gap between him and Roger was not narrowing, but rather widening step by step.
During his time aboard Roger Pirates, Bullet constantly challenged Roger, but each time he failed.
Bullet even publicly swore to the entire Roger Pirates: "One day I will defeat Gol D. Roger and become the World's Strongest!"
However, upon learning that Roger was seriously ill and would not live much longer, his original vow suddenly turned into anxiety and confusion.
After leaving Roger Pirates, Bullet began to wander aimlessly on the seas, hoping to find a new purpose in life.
After news of Roger's Execution spread, Bullet's anxiety and confusion, stemming from his constant wandering, transformed into endless rage and destructive desires. He began to rampage across the sea, constantly venting his inner emptiness.
It wasn't until he encountered White Ghost today that Bullet realized something: even the newest Pirates already possess such formidable and troublesome strength.
Before his death, Roger had already successfully reached the top of the Grand Line and become the Pirate King. Now, Bullet couldn't think of any way he could possibly defeat Roger!
If I get caught up by Rookie Pirate, then what am I?
Seeing that Bullet remained silent, neither speaking nor fighting, Adrian couldn't help but feel a little puzzled.
In his mind, this guy, whose appearance, especially his hairstyle, resembled that of a legendary Super Saiyan, was not someone who could be defeated so easily.
Could it be that, due to the timing, Bullet, while not having lost his strength, had become a spineless loser who had lost all ambition?
Should I infuse him with Ghost?
Pooh!
Infused with soul?
[Chapter 159: Exciting Spoilers (Bonus Chapter for Donations)]
Thinking of this, Adrian suddenly had an idea.
Bullet, you with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, aren't you trying to surpass Roger?
Although Roger has been publicly executed in Loguetown, the living cannot be compared to the dead.
Roger is dead, but Roger's children are still alive!
Adrian glanced coldly at Sengoku the Buddha, who was still watching the battle with indifference, and quietly released a miniature Mimic Ghost, which slowly landed not far in front of Bullet, and greeted him softly.
"Mr. Bullet, are you aware that the Pirate King Gol D. Roger still has descendants in the world?"
"You say--"
The Devil's Heir, who had previously shown little interest, suddenly raised his head. His deep, ghostly eyes were like two flames that had suddenly been ignited, their brightness terrifying.
"What?!"
What am I saying?
I'm talking about the official storyline!
Adrian raised an eyebrow, seemingly pleased with Bullet's intense reaction. He continued speaking softly and calmly.
"Calm down, Mr. Bullet. I know you are a member of Roger Pirates, and I know how complicated your feelings are for Roger."
"When a wild beast, living in solitude, encounters a hero with a magnificent spirit, whatever Sparks is understandable."
"But at the same time, I also hope you can understand one thing: as the bloodline left behind by the Pirate King, neither the World Government nor the Marine Headquarters wants him to continue living."
"So, if you're still interested in what I'm talking about, please don't act so excited and agitated, okay?"
"You should know that the Sengoku the Buddha stands not far from us!"
Bullet, whose eyes were bright and burning like flames, curled his lips into a slightly sinister smile.
"As long as we make a big enough commotion, even the Sengoku won't be able to detect what's happening here!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Bullet clenched his fist, his right hand slightly bent, and like a cannonball fired, he slammed it into the sea below, creating a swirling tornado of tiny sprays of water. The powerful punch almost turned the Seawater into a thin mist.
"Your insightful observations truly demonstrate that my efforts have not been in vain."
With a thought from Adrian, the miniature Mimic Ghost's body suddenly swelled up, expanding to almost half the size of the Nether Abyss in just a few moments.
Giant Hollow - Peacemaker!
Boom--!!
A tremendous shockwave erupted in mid-air. The terrifying force of the exploding Giant Hollow caused the surrounding Seawater to surge violently, with waves crashing one after another, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle.
Sengoku, watching from afar, breathed a slight sigh of relief upon seeing the two Pirates clash once again.
Having shed his golden, radiant Buddha Form and returned to his normal size, Sengoku used Geppo to quickly return to the Marine Warship, while still keeping a close eye on the battle between White Ghost and the Devil's Heir.
Adrian calmly engaged in a match-fixing game with Bullet.
One after another, seemingly terrifying but actually harmless abilities were unleashed by the two, stirring up the surrounding Sea Area into chaos.
Just then, Bullet slowly spoke, "White Ghost, what exactly is this about Captain Roger's bloodline that you just mentioned?"
Adrian unleashed Mini Hollow Nova Fire once more, and said calmly, "Speaking of which, I wonder if Mr. Bullet is aware of the [Orphaned Child Incident] that occurred in the South Blue earlier this year?"
Bullet looked puzzled, threw a punch, and shook his head slightly.
Since Roger's death, this guy has been running rampant on the high seas, and he hasn't even paid attention to the Sabaody Archipelago incident that almost caused a huge uproar recently. How would he know about the South Blue news that was deliberately suppressed by the Marine Headquarters and the World Government?
"So it is, so it is."
Adrian briefly described the World Government's previous looting operations in the South Blue, along with the Marine Branch, but deliberately omitted any information about himself.
Bullet said coldly, "Ha! I knew it. No matter what kind of army or World Government it is, they are all completely unreliable executioners!"
Adrian naturally understood why Bullet adopted this attitude.
Not many people on this vast ocean know about Bullet's past experiences, and Adrian, who has the advantage of the original work, is naturally one of them.
The infamous Heir of the Demon King, once Hero of a certain country, was unfortunately betrayed by his superiors.
Later, Bullet directly destroyed that country and its army, and went to sea to wander, becoming Pirates.
"Let's not even talk about the World Government. Everyone on the high seas knows what kind of people those guys who only serve the Celestial Dragons are."
Adrian raised his hand in a gesture of greeting.
"Mr. Bullet, although the World Government's actions in the South Blue are countless, their target was not wrong. Roger's widow was indeed in the South Blue at the time!"
Bullet was instantly shocked. "Captain Roger actually has a wife?!"
Where would he get children if he doesn't have a wife?
Adrian gave Bullet a speechless look.
However, it is indeed true that Pirates with families are extremely rare in any world.
More often than not, they are heartless individuals who, despite having families, abandon their wives and children to embark on voyages at sea.
"Yes, Roger's wife was named Portgas D. Rouge. After the Roger Pirates disbanded, he secretly had an affair with his wife behind your backs—"
At this point, Adrian felt something was off, but he quickly dismissed the thought and continued to spoil the story for Bullet.
"Anyway, that's how things are. Rouge and her unborn child are currently under the care of the Hero of the Marines Monkey D. Garp, at least that was the case before I left the South Blue."
Adrian felt no qualms about revealing the original plot to Bullet.
While Bullet wasn't exactly a good person, he wasn't the kind of scum who would indiscriminately attack Commoner either, and Adrian himself didn't have any ill feelings towards him.
Moreover, at this stage, Bullet is still considered the strongest among the remnants of the Roger Pirates. Adrian would be more than happy to have him continue to cause trouble for the Marine Headquarters and the World Government!
"Monkey D. Garp!!"
Bullet pronounced the name with emphasis. As a former member of the Roger Pirates, how could he not know the strength of a Hero of the Marines who could rival Captain Roger?
"Yes, it's Garp." Adrian added fuel to the fire with a grin, "Before Roger died, he didn't entrust his child to the rest of your Roger Pirates, but instead chose his old rival."
"Just imagine, what a beautiful scene it would be if Roger's child were eventually sent to the Navy by Garp..."
Bullet clenched his fist suddenly, his expression shifting between light and shadow.
Where are Roger's wife and children in the South Blue right now?
"South Blue, Baterilla Island."
Looking at Bullet's ever-changing expression, Adrian felt a sense of curiosity.
If Bullet and Garp both fight for custody of Ace, then...
Who will be the father and who will be the mother?
[Chapter 170. The Sengoku: Were We Deceived, But Not Completely Deceived (Bonus Chapter for 90,000 Donations)]
The Heart-Ravaging Maze Envelops the Sea, its surface surging with waves, deafening roars echoing in all directions, and dazzling beams of Ghost Energy Cannon piercing the heavens and earth.
One minute has passed...
Sengoku thought it was normal, after all, Ghost's White Ghost Fruit ability was indeed very troublesome, and to defeat him, they had to capture his true form.
Even with Bullet, it wouldn't be so easy to take down White Ghost, would it?
Three minutes have passed...
Sengoku began to instinctively sense something was amiss: why hadn't Bullet broken through the encirclement of the Heart-Ravaging Maze yet?
The frightening commotion hasn't stopped, which means the battle is still ongoing, right?
Five minutes passed, and the reaction around the Heart-Ravaging Maze remained the same, a lively and bustling scene.
You two bastards, are you trying to fool me?
A bad thought surfaced in his mind, and Sengoku, whose expression was as stiff as a stone, re-entered the Buddha Form Sengoku. He used Geppo to step out of the Marine Warship and stomp through the air, arriving above the Heart-Ravaging Maze.