"So this is Shiki."
The Black Emperor Pirates' core members had gathered around Teach, and he could not help but marvel.
Only after the incident had fully unfolded did they realize just how astonishing the Flying Pirates' move had been.
A single statement had caused such a terrifying impact.
Even Teach did not think he could command that level of influence.
What was more, all sorts of calculations lay hidden within it, leading every pirate to follow the Flying Pirates' lead and join this operation.
News reached the pirates of the Four Seas late. Only a small number would notice the impact of the New World pirates' actions.
Still, it was easy to imagine that once the New World pirates stormed into the Four Seas, the local pirates would follow close behind, fishing in troubled waters.
They would willingly join this historic, colossal feast.
The broader situation, human nature, enemies, and allies had all been factored into this openly declared scheme.
"Won't our forces be spread too thin?"
Ryan frowned. In his view, confronting the World Government meant going all out and concentrating all their strength.
"No. This is how we make the most of our advantages."
Hallorant shook his head slightly and closed the book in his hands.
"Defeating the World Government in a head-on battle won't be easy."
"Even if we win, as long as the World Government and the Navy withdraw in time, they can still preserve most of their fighting strength."
"We might inflict some losses on the World Government, but what happens afterward? The Pirate Allied Forces will fall apart, while the World Government's Order over the seas remains untouched."
"But now? The Navy and the World Government have no choice but to divide their forces."
"No matter what happens, the World Government's Order will