Vice Admiral Tsuru said with certainty.
"He will definitely come."
"Whitebeard regards his crew as his sons. That is his lifelong creed, and a line he will never compromise on."
"As long as we spread the news, he will have to come, even if only to defend his ridiculous family's honor."
Sengoku stopped in his tracks, a sharp glint flashing through his eyes.
"In that case, make the preparations."
"Issue an announcement. One month from now, Marshall D. Teach of the Whitebeard Pirates will be publicly executed at Marineford!"
"Also, notify the World Government. We need the assistance of the Shichibukai."
"This time, we will put a definitive end to the old era!"
A cold smile appeared on Akainu's face.
"Judgment in the name of justice should be delivered in broad daylight."
With Sengoku's orders issued, the propaganda machine at Marine Headquarters went into overdrive.
Thousands of News Coos carried the latest newspapers to every corner of the world.
"Shocking news! The Marines will publicly execute Marshall D. Teach of the Whitebeard Pirates!"
That massive headline instantly sent shock waves across the seas.
On the streets of the Sabaody Archipelago, countless people crowded around noticeboards, crying out in disbelief.
"Have the Marines gone mad?"
"They're actually going to publicly execute one of Whitebeard's men?"
"Who is Marshall D. Teach?"
"How come I've never seen him on a wanted poster?"
"It doesn't matter who he is. As long as he's on Whitebeard's crew, Whitebeard will never let the Marines get away with this!"
"Good heavens, is war about to break out?"
"The New World is going to descend into complete chaos!"
The civilians were terrified, while the pirates secretly looked forward with excitement to this battle of the century.
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