This challenge was indeed initiated by the Five Elders.
However, Red-Haired Shanks, who had always dealt with the Five Elders, had long suspected that this matter was definitely not as simple as it seemed.
Charlotte Linlin, another of the Four Emperors, suddenly intervened at this critical juncture, which is enough to prove that Shanks ' guess was correct.
In combination with this, we can see Kaido's impulsive and vengeful nature.
Since Bai Yu came back to life, Kaido, who always talks about suicide, has also disappeared without a trace.
The scheme behind this is probably quite ambitious.
Let's combine them briefly now.
Everything is self-evident.
However, the thought of the Four Emperors Coalition still gave Red-Haired Shanks a bit of a headache.
He did consider finding an external force to break the old order.
However, I never expected Bai Yu to arrive so quickly.
This madness forced two of the Four Emperors to join forces.
An enemy of this size is already comparable to the terror of the Rocks Pirates decades ago.
Shanks is indeed confident, no less so than any of the Four Emperors.
However, having to deal with two at the same time still feels incredibly stressful.
After a moment's thought, he turned to Laki and said, " Laki, hurry up and check if that brat really went to the banquet. But with such an obvious trap, given how cunning that brat is, he shouldn't fall for it, right?"
" Mihawk, don't worry. I believe that brat will definitely come to Kalles Island to fight. There's only half a day left until the decisive battle. He shouldn't cause any trouble, right?"
As he spoke, Shanks couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, clearly indicating that he was somewhat distracted.
Unfortunately, before Shanks could speak again, Benn Beckman, who was smoking a cigar not far away, waved the intelligence report in his hand and said.
"Captain, it seems you've underestimated that brat."
"He's already gone to Totto Land Whole Cake Island alone for the banquet. I heard that Charlotte Linlin, Four Emperors, has captured Marine Admiral Candidate Momousagi Gion as a bargaining chip. The Marine Headquarters is in an uproar. What should we do next? Should we just wait here?"
wait?
Red-Haired Shanks, instinctively looked to his side.
Hawk-Eye, who had remained silent, gazed at the vast, uncharted seaway before him.
"Don't worry, I believe that guy will come to fight on time. Don't forget, if that strange Taijutsu that was rumored three days ago was really created by that brat, it means that he held back in his battle Hiyori Kaido that day. We don't know how many trump cards he's hiding."
"Once he unleashes all his trump cards, his strength will probably be no less than that of your Four Emperors!"
Everyone present paused for a moment, even Red-Haired Shanks.
If these comments came from someone else...
They'll just laugh it off.
However, these words came from Dracule Mihawk.
That's someone who can fight their captain to a standstill in swordsmanship.
He is even hailed as the World's Greatest Swordsman.
These titles alone are enough to demonstrate the value of this statement.
And then there's Dracule Mihawk, who shows great importance to Bai Yu.
"However, there's something I'd like to ask you for help with!" Dracule Mihawk added.
"If that brat really comes to fight, I want you to hold off the others for me."
"I need a chance for a one-on-one showdown!"
Red-Haired's expression froze; he was clearly taken aback by Dracule Mihawk's request.
The two were old acquaintances and rivals in swordsmanship.
Dracule Mihawk had never asked him for anything.
There's no word yet about compensation.
However, Red-Haired Shanks believed that the request uttered by Dracule Mihawk alone was enough to convince him.
That's enough.
After a brief silence, Red-Haired Shanks said, "Alright, since you put it that way, I'll step into this mess."
"If that brat really manages to walk out alive, Marine Headquarters will definitely not stand idly by."
"This will also alleviate the pressure of facing two Four Emperors at the same time."
"However, what gives that brat the audacity to dare attend the banquet alone on Totto Land Whole Cake Island? If he misjudges the strength of his opponents, he'll likely face certain death..."
Many people present understood this.
However, the Red-Haired captain had already made his decision.
So all that's left for them to do is follow the rules.
Meanwhile, inside the Marine Headquarters, Sengoku was also looking at the intelligence report in his hand, his face contorted in anger.
The immense energy, like Dotō torrent, exploded within his body, shattering the glass of the entire council hall.
"Very well, the Big Mom Pirates, one of the Four Emperors, dare to interfere in the affairs of our Marine Headquarters using such methods. Pass down the order to Marine Headquarters to immediately activate the Buster Call and assemble. I will personally lead the team and take the fastest route to Totto Land."
"At the same time, inform Garp to let him cause as much trouble as he wants. Whatever happens, I'll take responsibility. At worst, I'll give up my position Fleet Admiral to show them that the Marine Headquarters isn't without its own people!"
The Roar roar echoed throughout the council hall, lingering for a long time.
At that moment, the naval commanders present instantly understood everything Charlotte Linlin had done this time.
Not only did it cross Garp's bottom line, but it also crossed Sengoku's bottom line.
It can be said that the Fleet Admiral Sengoku in front of us is on a rampage.
This was the first time they had ever seen it!
The crane, watching this scene, fell silent, and for the first time did not utter a word to stop it.
She knew perfectly well that Bai Yu's journey this time would be anything but easy.
What she never expected was that the two Four Emperors would set up such a deadly trap.
They also took Gion hostage.
This extremely egregious act also completely shattered the long-standing, accepted rules.
Most importantly, Tsuru and Gion are close friends despite their age difference.
Based on this alone, she cannot simply stand idly by.
However, as the chief of staff, Tsuru had many thoughts running through his mind after receiving this intelligence. Looking at Sengoku, who was sitting down in a chair, looking furious, he finally spoke up.
" Sengoku, we need to be careful. Could the Five Elders be involved in this matter?"
"If Kaido of the Beasts were chasing Bai Yu, that would be somewhat understandable."
" Charlotte Linlin and Kaido have always disliked each other. Now that they've suddenly joined forces to set a trap, unless Kaido offers a reward that will entice Charlotte Linlin, there's absolutely no way they can succeed."
"But given Kaido of the Beasts's personality, is that even possible?"
The faces of the naval officers present changed instantly.
The grudges between the Five Elders and Bai Yu have always been evident to all.
Now that He has brought this up, they have no way to refute it.
If this matter truly involves the Five Elders...
That means the Marine Headquarters will likely have to contend with the Five Elders and even the World Government next!