The vast naval dock was suddenly abuzz with activity.
All eyes were fixed on the World Government's warship, which was rapidly approaching from afar.
This warship, appearing at such a critical juncture, gave the impression of arriving just in time.
Is the visitor ill-intentioned?
"Damn it, what are they doing here!"
Garp's face darkened, and the Roar angrily.
Over this period of time, Garp had accumulated enough resentment towards the World Government.
It's already quite good that they didn't take their anger out on Holy Land Mary Geoise.
Bai Yu had barely returned when the World Government arrived.
If it's not aimed at Bai Yu, then what is it?
This undoubtedly made Garp feel like he was losing his composure.
" Garp, don't be impulsive!"
Sengoku also looked grave, saying, "This matter concerns Bai Yu's retirement and requires the World Government's approval. It's not advisable for us to completely break ties with the Five Elders."
"Let's see what they think first."
"Hmph, very well, I'll see what tricks they're playing. If they target my grandson again, I'll beat them to death!"
Garp grumbled as he pulled out a bag of senbei (rice crackers) and angrily took a bite.
Seeing this, Sengoku secretly breathed a sigh of relief, finally managing to suppress the signs of conflict.
However, the Sengoku was well aware that this was probably only temporary.
If the Five Elders really have ulterior motives again and propose something against Bai Yu...
It seems likely that Garp will still go berserk.
However, only three to five days had passed since what happened at the Totto Land banquet.
No matter how eager the Five Elders are to eliminate Bai Yu, this unstable element, they shouldn't be in a rush to take action, right?
Moreover, the series of events has already caused resentment among many in the Marine Headquarters.
Unless, of course, the Five Elders are truly willing to risk offending the entire Marine Headquarters.
Otherwise, they definitely wouldn't have chosen to make a move at a time like this, right?
Sengoku banished his jumbled thoughts, glanced at the warships that had already docked, his face darkened, but he still strode onto them.
He was now eager to know what the Five Elders were really up to.
" Sengoku, I didn't expect it to be so lively here. At first, I thought you were welcoming me, but it turns out you're welcoming this brat."
On the warship, Nusjuro slowly walked out. His sinister gaze swept across the scene before finally landing on Bai Yu.
"However, being able to return alive from Totto Land feast is indeed something to celebrate; after all, not everyone is so lucky to survive in such an event!"
The sound wasn't loud, but it carried a hint of unpleasantness.
This caused the expressions of many people in the room to change slightly.
Garp, who had been trying to remain calm, suddenly lost his temper and shouted angrily, " Nusjuro, what do you mean by this? Do you really think I wouldn't dare to beat you up?"
"Don't think I don't know what happened in the Totto Land. You've even betrayed Marine Admiral. Are you trying to break the spirit of our Marine Headquarters?"
These words caused many people's expressions to change drastically.
They never expected that Garp, who usually only had one thought in his mind, would be like this.
His opening remarks immediately revealed his true colors, simultaneously bestowing upon the Nusjuro a disgraceful title that chilled the entire Marine Headquarters.
This fearless approach undoubtedly caught the Nusjuro completely off guard.
After all, his name was mentioned by both Kaido of the Beasts and Charlotte Katakuri during the Totto Land's Feast.
However, the situation changed drastically and was completely out of control.
Nusjuro chose to lie low and leave, without ever showing himself.
Under this premise, being suspected is a certainty.
However, the charge cannot be substantiated!
Because there was no concrete evidence and no one wanted to offend the Five Elders, the matter was not brought up in the open.
Now Garp has hit the nail on the head.
Many people are also curious about what kind of expression the Nusjuro of the Five Elders, will have.
The Nusjuro's face gradually darkened, and he said, " Garp, it seems you've rebelled. Do you really think the Marine Headquarters is lacking a hero?"
"You don't even have any evidence for some things. Saying things like that is too reckless and arbitrary. Aren't you worried that you'll fall for the pirates' divisive tactics?"
"I could say that, if I wanted, based solely on what you just said, I could accuse you of splitting the Marine Headquarters."
A tense atmosphere instantly enveloped the entire dock.
No one expected that the Nusjuro would be so assertive.
Sengoku, who was standing nearby, quickly reached out to stop Garp from speaking and said coldly.
" Nusjuro, alright. Nobody knows what happened during the Totto Land banquet. Garp was just being protective of his grandson, so please don't take offense."
"After all, this isn't the first or second time that Admiral Bai Yu has faced such a crisis. If we really investigate it, it won't benefit anyone."
"Let's get back to business. It's rare for someone as one of the Five Elders to personally come to Marine Headquarters. It can't be just to bicker with Garp, can it be about Admiral Bai Yu's retirement?"
"Or has the Five Elders already reached a conclusion with the World Government?"
Those present tensed up slightly.
With just a few words, he shifted the focus of the conflict regarding the Sengoku period, and even subtly revealed a threatening rhetoric in his speech, which truly amazed everyone.
However, what I'm even more curious about is whether the Nusjuro of the Five Elders, is really here because of Bai Yu's retirement.
Anyone could guess that.
Bai Yu's decision to retire at this critical juncture demonstrates not only his magnanimity in knowing when to step down but also his willingness to do so.
More importantly, Fleet Admiral Sengoku and others arranged for Bai Yu to avoid the Five Elders ' attacks.
If the Five Elders persist in their pursuit, a fierce and protracted struggle is likely to follow.
The Nusjuro's expression also darkened slightly. He understood the meaning behind Sengoku's words and knew that this old man, who was serving as the Fleet Admiral and was known as a strategist, was not so easy to deal with.
He gave up and continued to argue with Garp, then changed the subject.
" Sengoku, I can let bygones be bygones regarding what happened earlier. However, I am here today to convey the World Government's decision regarding the retirement of the Marine Fourth Admiral, War Demon Bai Yu."
"After a series of discussions between the Five Elders and the World Government, the retirement request of the Marine Fourth Admiral, War Demon Bai Yu, has been approved. However, before retiring, War Demon Bai Yu must complete one last mission."
"Of course, this isn't a particularly important task; it's just him cleaning up his mess, mitigating the impact of killing Shichibukai, and convening the World Affiliated Nation Conference ahead of schedule."