"Haha, Vice Captain Rayleigh, I've really been underestimated."
Shanks noticed Rayleigh's hesitation; he also didn't want his former Roger Pirates crewmates to be in any danger.
Since that's the case, then I'll take responsibility for this alone.
It's time to show off my skills.
Buzz~
crackling sounds~
The terrifying Conqueror's Haki instantly assaulted everyone in the tavern.
The black and red Inazuma caused physical damage, instantly causing widespread destruction to the entire tavern.
Snap~
One by one, the people in the tavern collapsed to the ground, even four members of the Cipher Pol fell down, only the teammate who was leading the group was still struggling to hold on.
"That Conqueror's Haki..."
"How is this possible?!"
From his tone, one could almost see the shock hidden beneath his mask.
Cold sweat trickled down his forehead and into his collar; he had completely misjudged Shanks ' strength.
I never imagined this Supernovas had grown to such a level in just a few years!
Shanks slowly rose to his feet. With each step, it felt as if Sledgehammer had struck the other man's chest, making it hard for him to breathe.
"Since war has been declared, we must be prepared with the corresponding ideological awareness."
Shanks drew his Gryphon, his Armament Haki coating the blade in a jet-black hue. His gaze was sharp as he stared intently at his opponent, giving him no chance to escape.
"Red, Red-Hair, the Five Elders have some incredibly good news for you. That's all I know; only the Five Elders themselves know the details."
"The blood flowing in your veins is something you can never change. I think you should calm down and talk to..."
It would have been better if that CP captain hadn't said the rest; he had only spoken half of it when Shanks's murderous intent suddenly increased several times over.
"Shut up, you don't understand anything."
"While we cannot choose our birth, we can control the path we choose in life."
" Divine Departure!!"
Shanks unleashed a Conqueror's Coating slash, instantly annihilating Captain CP and the four on the ground. His Flying Slash then cleaved through the tavern wall and flew off towards the distant sea.
No matter what, he's a veteran pirate. Even if he has a good temper, he won't show any mercy when it comes to being ruthless towards his enemies.
" Shanks, you're becoming more and more like a great pirate."
"Whether it's mindset or ability."
Rayleigh was very pleased; when facing an enemy, one must strike hard.
Kindness and friendliness are reserved for your companions. The high seas are fraught with danger, and you must never have a saintly heart; a slight misstep could lead to your death.
"Of course! I've been sailing alone for so many years. If I hadn't made any progress, how could I have lived up to the teachings of Captain Roger and you all?"
Shanks recalled Gryphon, and his gentle, refined smile returned to his face.
Rayleigh picked up the bottle, poured two glasses of wine, and pushed one of them in front of Shanks.
The two raised their glasses, clinked them together, and then drank them down in one gulp.
The Sabaody Archipelago is right beneath the Red Line, and such a commotion couldn't be kept secret from the Five Elders.
Snap
"Hmph, this Shanks is a complete traitor to his ancestors."
"That's right, we Celestial Dragons are currently at a low point, and yet he, as a descendant of the Celestial Dragons, is so utterly disregardful of human feelings."
"What should we do now? Lord Imu has given a death order."
The Five Elders fell silent, exchanging glances, and the room once again became quiet.
Just as the Five Elders were racking their brains, dozens of large ships of the Revolutionary Army were already sailing in a grand procession toward Mary Geoise.
The Revolutionary Army abandoned its previous covert approach and launched a high-profile attack on the World Government.
This is a battle to liberate the world, and it is only meaningful if people all over the world see it.
This wave of public support is essential; it will benefit their work after they launch their campaign against the World Government.
At that time, whatever you do will be twice as effective with half the effort.
The Revolutionary Army's actions shocked the entire world, and all forces, large and small, were watching this battle that would change the world order.
Shanks was already waiting for the Revolutionary Army on the shore of Sabaody Archipelago.
The entire Red Hair Pirates assembled, determined not to hold back for their foolish captain. They were all brimming with fighting spirit, ready to wreak havoc on Mary Geoise.
"Is it about to begin...?"
Sengoku stood at the window of the Fleet Admiral's Office, looking towards Mary Geoise.
Once upon a time, they were the armed forces that maintained the World Government, relying on the military budget allocated by the World Government each year to sustain themselves.
Now that a new dynasty has replaced the old, their navy's opportunity is fast approaching.
"He, how are the business talents our navy is training?"
During this period, the Sengoku period approved the establishment of a new department— the Marine Headquarters Business Office.
At that time, all Marine Base across the world will be established to support naval expenditures.
The World Government initially tried its best to suppress their navy's business activities in order to better control them.
The Revolutionary Army had just ascended the throne and their position was not yet secure, so they didn't have the energy to deal with the navy at first.
From Sengoku's perspective, even if Dragon knew that their navy wanted to be self-sufficient, he probably wouldn't have stopped them, and might even have offered them assistance.
However, once the Revolutionary Army truly replaces the World Government, their internal structure will become increasingly complex, and it's even possible that Dragon will have to consider the thoughts of other veterans and executives, preventing him from making absolute decisions.
Not everyone can maintain their original intentions; before that, the Sengoku needs to make the matter a fait accompli.
Only then will their navy truly be free to roam the seas and soar in the sky, no longer bound by any constraints.