Other methods?
Akainu's expression changed slightly, and he subconsciously looked at Bai Yu.
The appearance of a Devil's Medicine has already disrupted the balance of power in this vast ocean.
If Bai Yu were to tell him now that the Five Elders had other trump cards up their sleeves...
For the Marine Headquarters, which has been abandoned as a pawn, this is probably adding insult to injury.
Feeling the gazes directed at him by the two, Bai Yu nodded silently.
"Possibly."
"However, without more options, they might not really be worth cutting down."
The solemn expressions on Aokiji and Akainu's faces were instantly replaced by wry smiles.
Facing the Five Elders hidden behind the scenes, everyone was terrified and felt extremely troubled.
Looking across this vast ocean, perhaps only Bai Yu could casually mention cutting down the Five Elders, and his words lacked any real impact.
However, isn't this a kind of confidence that is enviable?
" Bai Yu, I'm indeed inferior to you. I finally understand why Garp said you were born to be the commander-in-chief of the army, navy, and air force," Akainu said with relief.
"However, as the next Fleet Admiral, I'd like to know what your plans are."
"Continue to go head-to-head with the Five Elders? If that's the case, I can relax a bit."
During this period, the Five Elders made several attempts, but all of them ended in failure.
In the battle of Wano Country, even Nusjuro was killed twice, and Kaido of the Beasts was directly removed from the list of the Four Emperors.
With these consecutive victories, Akainu believed that as long as Bai Yu could press his advantage, he could win.
The Five Elders will also be distracted, and they shouldn't be able to keep up with things that are being stabbed in the back by the Marine Headquarters.
Akainu was well aware of Aokiji's ulterior motives, and given Bai Yu's style of doing things, it wasn't impossible for him to continue to confront the Five Elders head-on.
However, the thought had barely crossed their minds when the words that fell on their ears struck them like an invisible hammer blow, hitting the very depths of their souls.
Looking at Bai Yu's serious expression, the two of them looked like they'd seen a ghost.
At the same time, they were well aware that if this matter were to get out, it would definitely cause a sensation.
If Bai Yu can really succeed, the momentum will probably be even greater than that of the Revolutionary Army, and he could even completely overwhelm the World Government.
"I intend to recruit Whitebeard!"
Three days later, the New World Calm Belt.
A rocky, deserted island near the Whitebeard Pirates' territory.
Three enormous, whale-like pirate ships were gathered on the shallows of the deserted island.
The pirate flag hanging on the mast, fluttering in the wind, was none other than Whitebeard's flag.
Next to the three pirate ships, there was another pirate ship, several times smaller.
Leading the group was Jinbe, who was wearing a long robe.
"Brother Jinbe, I didn't expect you to come in person. Have you thought about what Pops asked for?"
Marco stood at the bow of the ship, waved, and was the first to greet them.
Ace, standing to the side, also smiled slightly.
" My Pops said, if you're willing to join our Whitebeard Pirates, what's wrong with me giving up my position as the Second Division Captain?"
"Once Brother Jinbe agrees, the strength of our Whitebeard Pirates will definitely increase significantly, and destroying the Big Mom Pirates will not be a problem."
Destroy the Big Mom Pirates?
Jinbe's expression subtly changed.
Jinbe had, of course, heard about the last time the four major powers besieged the Whitebeard Pirates.
They rushed to provide support without hesitation.
It was entirely to repay Whitebeard for protecting Fish-Man Island all along.
It can be said that in Jinbe's eyes, as long as he can contribute, he is willing to risk his life.
However, this time, faced with Marco and Ace's invitation, Jinbe suddenly fell silent.
"Brother Marco, Brother Ace, I'm afraid I've disappointed you this time."
"I already asked Brother Bai Yu this morning if I could join his team as a helmsman to repay the favor I did when we resolved the crisis on Fish-Man Island."
"I am Jinbe grateful for Pops's kindness. No matter what happens in the future, even if it's an attack on the Big Mom Pirates, I, Jinbe, am willing to be a vanguard and risk my life to repay Pops's kindness."
"But, Pops, are you really going to attack the Big Mom Pirates?"
Upon hearing this, Marco and Ace's expressions changed slightly, but they quickly smiled wryly in relief.
"Just as Pops was right, we knew you would join that guy's ranks from the moment you sided with Bai Yu in the Holy Land Mary Geoise."
"It's really enviable to have a former Shichibukai as a crew member. That guy should at least be the captain of your First Division. If not, you can always switch crews. The doors of the Whitebeard Pirates are always open for you."
" Ace, wasn't I right!"
Ace rolled his eyes helplessly.
"Yeah, yeah, you're the captain of the First Division, so whatever you say is right. But with Jinbe's strength, ranking first shouldn't be difficult, right?"
As a former Shichibukai, he was someone even Ace couldn't defeat.
In Ace's eyes, Bai Yu's subordinates were indeed quite strong.
However, compared to a veteran like Jinbe, he is clearly still a bit behind.
Faced with this question, the busybodies on the ship immediately turned their attention to Jinbe.
Sensing the change in the atmosphere, Jinbe chuckled dryly and shook his head.
"Heh, Brother Ace, you're flattering me too much. I'm not qualified to be the captain of the First Division."
"Otherwise, there would be no need for me to personally come and act as a messenger, carrying a message for that guy to my Pops."
Not qualified?
Ace, Marco, and the others couldn't help but slightly change their expressions.
Jinbe's reply was completely unexpected.
In their eyes, Jinbe, as a former Shichibukai, possessed strength that was on par with theirs.
Bai Yu left the Marine Headquarters and became a pirate in just over half a month.
Could it be that he already has someone under his command whose strength Jinbe's?
Otherwise, how could a former member of the Shichibukai say such a thing?
"Alright, don't make Jinbe for Jinbe. That brat saved our Whitebeard Pirates' lives. Since Jinbe wants to join his crew, let's give him a break this time. Of course, if it were anyone else, I would absolutely not allow it."
The Whitebeard, seated at the head of the table, downed his drink in one gulp and then laughed loudly.
"By the way, what message did that brat send you with? Did he hear I was going to attack the Big Mom Pirates and send you here as a messenger to stop me?"
After these words were spoken, Marco, Ace, and the others also turned their gazes to Jinbe, a hint of curiosity appearing on their faces.
However, this glimmer of curiosity had barely surfaced.
The next moment, the words whispered in their ears made them freeze.
"No, Pops, Bai Yu sent me to persuade you to surrender!"