That naval hero is actually here!
Moreover, his Observation Haki is so powerful that he can detect and counter Roy's detection immediately!
Although it was only for a moment, Roy had already confirmed it—
That aura was undoubtedly Garp's.
This is troublesome.
Roy thought to himself.
If it were just the CP0 chief, he could still handle him.
But if we add Garp—
Even if he and Tesoro team up, they might not be guaranteed a win.
Moreover, Garp was accompanied by a squad of elite naval personnel.
Roy took a deep breath, suppressing the turmoil in his heart.
The Telekinesis was unleashed once more, this time with greater precision, avoiding the area where Garp was located.
He marked the locations of Kurozumi Orochi's mansion, the mine, and the scattered CP members one by one.
Then, through Mental Link, this information was shared with Tesoro.
" Tesoro, can you feel it?"
"Um."
Tesoro's voice echoed in his mind, tinged with solemnity.
"That old guy... he really is here."
"This is troublesome."
Roy nodded.
"Therefore, we must act quickly."
"You and Taihe will take five hundred men to the mine and deal with the CP members and Kurozumi Orochi's subordinates there as soon as possible."
"I'm going to Kurozumi Orochi's residence to hold off the CP0 Chief and other CP0 elites."
As for Garp...
Roy paused,
"Leave him alone for now. As long as he doesn't make a move, we'll leave him alone."
Tesoro hesitated,
"Boss, you're taking on the CP0 Chief and so many CP0 elites all by yourself..."
"Rest assured."
Roy interrupted him.
"I'm enough on my own."
"Your situation is the key."
"Take over the mine as soon as possible, then let Yamato control the area."
Tesoro took a deep breath and nodded solemnly.
"Understood! Boss, please be careful."
"Um!"
Roy looked at Yamato,
"The mine is now in your hands."
"Let Tesoro handle the clearing out of CP0 and the Navy; you'll lead the team to retake the mine."
"Remember, finish this quickly; don't linger."
Yamato nodded solemnly.
"Yes, Captain!"
After giving his instructions, Roy took to the air, transforming into a streak of black light, and flew towards the Flower Capital.
Behind them, Ark Zhenyin changed direction and flew towards the Seastone Mine.
Under the cover of night, the two groups of people split up and acted separately.
A storm that will sweep Wano Country is about to erupt.
Throughout the flight, a sense of unease lingered in Roy's mind—
Garp's combat strength is truly an unknown quantity, even though he is currently in his prime.
Even with his current strength, he wasn't very confident in facing Garp.
Roy frowned.
He pulled out an encrypted Den Den Mushi from his pocket and dialed a number.
Blub Blub... Blub Blub...
A few seconds later, the Den Den Mushi Golden Lion Shiki's arrogant voice came from the other end.
" Roy, you brat? What do you want from me in the middle of the night?"
" Shiki, Garp isn't at G-1 Branch."
Roy said directly,
He secretly led a team to Wano Country.
There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone.
"What?!"
" Garp the Mad Dog isn't in G-1?!"
"Not here."
Roy said in a deep voice,
"I just used my Observation Haki to check, and he's in Wano Country."
"Currently, only Akainu is in charge of G-1 Branch."
There was silence again on the other end of the phone.
Roy continued,
" Shiki, the territory of G-1 Branch and Golden Lion's territory, are both located at the entrance to the Grand Line."
"If the navy establishes a foothold there, your territory will be the first to be impacted."
"This is an opportunity."
What opportunity?
"Raid G-1 Branch."
" With Garp gone, Akainu can't carry the team alone. If you can take this opportunity to defeat G-1..."
This is tantamount to removing the Navy's most important thorn at the entrance to the New World.
"At that time, not only will your territory be safe, but you can also expand your sphere of influence."
A deep laugh came from Golden Lion other end of the phone.
"Hehehe... Roy, you little brat, you've got a good plan."
"Let me help you fight G-1 and keep the Navy occupied so you can focus on fighting in Wano Country?"
"Tell me, what exactly is your purpose?"
Roy was silent for a few seconds,
"Have Garp retreat."
"If G-1 is attacked, Garp will definitely not sit idly by."
"With him gone, the pressure on Wano Country has lessened considerably."
The Golden Lion snorted coldly.
"So, you want me to be your pawn?"
"It's cooperation."
Roy wouldn't budge an inch.
"You help me hold off Garp, and I'll help you secure the entrance to the New World."
"We each get what we need."
On the other end of the phone, Golden Lion remained silent for a long time.
Then he spoke.
"Can."
"However, I have one condition."
"Explain."
"I'm short of money right now."
The Golden Lion said nonchalantly,
" The Flying Pirates have recently expanded, and their expenses are huge. The money you gave us last time is already all gone."
"Want me to send troops? Fine, pay up first."
"How many?"
Two billion Beli.
Roy frowned.
Two billion? Are you robbing me?
"Hehehe!"
The Golden Lion laughed.
"You think it's too expensive? Then go deal with Garp yourself!"
Roy took a deep breath.
"One billion."
"A maximum of one billion. No more than that."
"1.5 billion!"
"One billion. Take it or leave it."
"... make a deal."
The Golden Lion snorted unhappily.
"Ten billion it is. But we'll talk about it after we see the money."
"Can."
Roy hung up the phone and dialed another number.
Blub Blub... Blub Blub...
Soon, Stella's gentle voice came from the other end of the Den Den Mushi.
" Roy?"
Stella, what's the situation on Hachinosu now?
Everything is normal.
Mr. Bullet arranged the defenses very tightly, and Mr. Hawk Eyes patrolled the perimeter every day.
"What about the Sun Pirates?"
"Mr. Fisher Tiger and his soldiers assisted in the patrol, and they cooperated very well."
Roy breathed a sigh of relief.
"That's good."
"Let Bullet answer the phone."
A few seconds later, Bullet's gruff voice came from the other end of the Den Den Mushi.
" Roy? What's wrong?"
" Bullet, retrieve one billion Beli from the treasury and head to Golden Lion's territory immediately."
"Then, keep an eye on Golden Lion and go with him to G-1 Branch."
"Wait for my order before launching the attack."
Bullet paused for a moment,
" Golden Lion? That old guy agreed?"
"Agreed. But we'll only send troops after we see the money."
"Clear."
Bullet's voice was filled with excitement.
"Hehe, perfect for stretching my muscles!"
"By the way, about G-1, should I just attack directly there?"
"No."
Roy shook his head.
Your mission is to hold the line, not to fight to the death.
"Wait for Garp to retreat, then retreat immediately. Don't linger in battle."
"Clear!"
After hanging up the phone, Roy put away the Den Den Mushi and took a deep breath.
In this way, the worries about the future have been temporarily resolved.
Next, let's see what happens in Wano Country.
He accelerated his flight, heading towards the Flower Capital.
Ahead, the brightly lit general's mansion was already faintly visible.