Above the clouds hung an enormous shadow, and the overwhelming pressure bearing down on heaven and earth came from it.
"I... I can't breathe."
"What is that?!"
"Is the sky falling?"
"We're done for! This must be the World Government's wrath!"
Under that formidable pressure, the Visual Den Den Mushi stopped working altogether.
Almost simultaneously, every screen in the Pirate World broadcasting Marineford filled with static.
"What happened? What happened? Why can't I see my husband anymore?"
Shirahoshi paced anxiously as she watched the Screen covered in static.
Although she had not spent long with Lott, he had already become her emotional anchor.
Whether she was sleeping or eating, Lott's figure would always surface in her mind unbidden.
But she was obedient and considerate.
She knew how important she was, so when all her sisters scrambled to accompany Lott to Marineford,
she had quietly and thoughtfully said, "My husband, sisters, go to Marineford without worrying. Shirahoshi will wait for you to return to Peach Spring."
Likewise, she never competed or fought over anything. Whatever happened, she could always resolve it herself.
But although he was now sixteen, he was actually only fourteen.
How could she possibly conceal her attachment to Lott completely?
So when she saw Lott disappear from the screen again, she could not help worrying.
Vivi tugged on Shirahoshi's arm. "Don't worry, Shirahoshi. All the enemies at Marineford have already been dealt with. Lott probably stopped the broadcast himself."
Vivi was the same age as Shirahoshi, but in both experience and knowledge, she was far more mature.
Although she was also deeply worried about Lott's safety, she could not show the slightest panic in front of Shirahoshi.
"I... is that so?" Shirahoshi still looked worried.
Issho nodded and said, "You must trust Mr. Lott. He isn't a reckless