Behind his round glasses, Sengoku's eyes were resolute. His Adam's apple shifted, and his voice rang out, utterly serious and laden with authority.
Doflamingo responded to Sengoku's words with a strange laugh.
"Heh heh heh heh... Even against Whitebeard and Asura at the same time, Marine Headquarters still has that much confidence? Fleet Admiral Sengoku!"
Blackbeard, who sat beside Doflamingo, nodded at his words and said with a grin,
"That's right... I heard the Marines' greatest fighting force, former Admiral Kizaru, was already killed by Barn back at the Sabaody Archipelago. Even after that, the Marines can still talk so big?"
Sengoku's gaze swept over Teach and Doflamingo, but his voice remained grave.
"Kizaru's death will also be addressed in this war. Since Barn is taking part as well, the Marines will not let the death of a Marine Admiral go unanswered. We will make Barn pay!"
Sengoku spoke in a low voice, his tone carrying an authority that could not be ignored. He continued,
"As for filling the vacant Admiral position after Kizaru's death, I believe you've all read about it in the papers. Regarding Fujitora's strength, I can only say that he is absolutely no weaker than Kizaru!"
"Moreover, for this war, we have recalled the Vice Admirals stationed at Marine bases around the world, except for Vice Admiral Vergo, who is stationed at G-5 Base in the New World. Those seated at this table are the Marines' twelve most outstanding Vice Admirals, all gathered here."
"Even so, I don't think our chances are particularly good against two legends at once."
It was Hancock who spoke, her tone filled with contempt for the Marines and trust in the man she loved-Barn.
At Hancock's words, Sengoku nodded slightly. His gaze lingered on her for a second before he spoke.