The soft sound echoed across the sea.
The one-sided situation was abruptly halted.
The sight of Sanji and Zoro suddenly appearing caused a dramatic change in the expressions of the Marine Headquarters personnel.
When Bai Yu parachuted into the Marine Headquarters, his snake-chasing followers, though perhaps not yet officially part of the Marine Headquarters Marine Headquarters, were still training there.
The special training methods also earned him the honor of serving alongside the Marine Fourth Admiral, War Demon Bai Yu.
But it made even the new recruits and officers of the entire Marine Headquarters envious.
After Bai Yu and the Five Elders had a falling out, Zoro and the others were indeed secretly moved to a safe place by Bai Yu.
However, Zoro and Sanji's presence remains indelible due to Bai Yu's involvement.
However, at this critical juncture, Zoro and Sanji suddenly appeared.
He just said a series of intriguing things.
Does this mean that the boy who has been quietly following World, watching the show as an observer, wearing a mask and dressed in casual clothes after a bath, is actually Bai Yu, the Pirate Emperor War Demon Bai Yu?
"Why are you here? I was thinking of coming to find you later."
Bai Yu took out a bottle of strong liquor, took a swig, and casually tossed it to World.
"You people of the old era are indeed old; you're not even qualified to fight a bitter battle."
"However, if one simply desires freedom and to sail the vast ocean for a while, my ship can still bear the weight of the old era."
"Besides, I happen to be in need of a good ship, and this Groseade has caught my eye."
"You don't mind, do you, World?"
A deathly silence fell over the scene.
If, at first, they were just guessing...
But now Bai Yu has taken the initiative to admit it, and at the same time, he has taken off his mask, revealing a face that always wears a bloodthirsty smile.
It really is War Demon Bai Yu former Marine Fourth Admiral.
Upon seeing this long-absent, ever-victorious general, the group of naval soldiers were initially overjoyed.
However, just as this glimmer of joy appeared, they felt something was out of place.
There was also a hint of awkwardness and bitterness in their voices, and they eventually fell silent.
This was originally an honor belonging to the Marine Headquarters.
Unfortunately, because of the Five Elders, they have now become their enemies.
One of the Four Emperors of the sea.
What an honor this is!
At least in their eyes, if Bai Yu could still remain in the Marine Headquarters...
The feat of slaying Kaido of the Beasts, one of the Four Emperors, is unprecedented and unparalleled.
This is enough to make Bai Yu a second naval hero, and he will undoubtedly rise to the position of Fleet Admiral.
"Bai... Bai Yu!"
Tashigi used Geppo to quickly land beside Bai Yu, still holding Kashu in her hands, her eyes involuntarily reddening.
Seeing this scene before him, Bai Yu shook his head helplessly.
"Alright, it's only been a little over a month since we last met. There's no need for pleasantries. However, I still want to see if your strength has improved. Attack with all your might."
Tashigi forced a pursed lip, gripped Kashu tightly with both hands, and assumed Sword Momentum.
Looking at the man in front of her who was teaching her swordsmanship, she had once thought about leaving the Marine Headquarters with Bai Yu.
Unfortunately, Bai Yu refused this request.
According to Bai Yu, the Marine Headquarters can do without me, but it absolutely cannot do without fresh blood.
Now that he's leaving, he at least needs them to fill the gap in their fighting strength.
It is for this reason that Tashigi and Smoker remain at Marine Headquarters.
However, thanks to the hellish training under Bai Yu's tutelage, Smoker and Tashigi's strength also improved by leaps and bounds.
One became Marine Vice Admiral, and the other became a Commodore.
This is a significant jump of several levels.
If this happened to someone else, it might have drawn a lot of criticism.
However, Tashigi and Smoker now carry the military titles brought by War Demon Bai Yu, which is enough to convince people.
" Kashu Sea Severing!"
Tashigi gripped Kashu tightly with both hands, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her reddened eyes, and took a step forward.
She appeared behind Bai Yu.
Boom!
An invisible slash tore the sea dozens of meters away.
Like a vacuum chasm.
Sea Kings that couldn't dodge in time in the seawater were sliced in two.
What is most shocking is...
The Sea Kings, now split in two, not only remained unaware that it had been severed, but continued to swim leisurely.
What a fast slash!
Rob Lucci's expression changed slightly, and his gaze towards Tashigi held a hint of shock.
In his eyes, Tashigi was just an insignificant henchman.
I never expected that this swift knife strike would be this fast.
If you hadn't seen it with your own eyes, who would believe that such a blow could have come from the hands of a young girl?
However, this very reason is enough to show that those trained by Bai Yu are all capable of standing on their own.
If these more talented couples were to hone their skills under Bai Yu's guidance...
To what extent will their strength increase?
An absurd thought flashed through Rob Lucci's mind.
With a soft "plop," a tear appeared in Bai Yu's clothes.
This scene was truly chilling.
Tashigi's strike just now was already quite amazing.
Now they are being told that such a stunning strike only tore a gash in Bai Yu's body.
This would be even more shocking.
"That was a very good cut."
Bai Yu smiled with satisfaction and patted Tashigi on the shoulder.
"As long as you continue to hone this move, even if you only know one move in the future, if you hone that move to its peak, you will be able to kill anyone, including me."
" Smoker, do you want to practice?"
Smoker, a cigar dangling from his lips, appeared on the sea not far away.
Looking at this long-lost figure, Smoker shook his head.
"No need. I've already lost this battle. I know I can't defeat the Pirate Emperor."
"However, Bai Yu, did you come here this time to interfere in the affairs of World and the World Government?"
"If that's the case, I'm afraid we'll have to get through another hurdle."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's eyes were fixed on Bai Yu.
A lazy, unkempt figure emerged from a tree trunk extending from the Sabaody Archipelago. After sizing up Bai Yu, the figure sighed helplessly.
" Pirate Emperor, I didn't expect to meet you in a place like this so soon."
"I was able to be promoted to Admiral of the Marine Headquarters thanks to you, and I'd like to thank you sometime."
"However, as you know, we're on different paths now. This time, dealing with World was my pledge of allegiance to the Marine Headquarters, so it might be a bit difficult for you to take your men with you now."