Admiral Bai Yu?
Those present were initially stunned, clearly caught off guard.
However, they soon breathed a long sigh of relief, and a relieved smile appeared on many people's faces.
Faced with the prestige Bai Yu had accumulated in the Marine Headquarters over the past six months.
They accepted the humiliation of having to turn to pirates for help.
At the very least, he is the Marine Fourth Admiral War Demon Bai Yu, known as the strongest being in the new era of the Navy.
Not long ago, he killed Kaido and Nusjuro the Five Elders in Wano Country.
They couldn't really celebrate publicly, but they were still secretly pleased when they heard the news.
Many people mention the naval soldiers who followed Bai Yu on his voyages back then, which has become a source of pride for them.
Among both new and veteran sailors at the Marine Headquarters, there is a subtle sense of a higher level of honor.
After all, Bai Yu went from being parachuted into the Marine Headquarters to becoming Marine Admiral in just over half a year, yet he achieved a height that ordinary people could not reach in a lifetime.
If this isn't something to brag about, then who has the right to brag?
"What's wrong? Why do you all look so relaxed? Don't you think that my seeking help from pirates is a disgrace to the Navy?"
Seeing this, Sengoku couldn't help but find it amusing.
"Alright, you shouldn't be so obvious about it. If the Five Elders find out, you'll be in big trouble."
"And don't embarrass yourself in front of the new Admiral."
As he spoke, Sengoku glanced at the unkempt Ryokugyu beside him.
Those naval officers who had been secretly relieved quickly suppressed their smiles upon hearing this.
After all, in their eyes, Ryokugyu is the newly Marine Admiral, and it was only because Bai Yu left Marine Headquarters that he had the opportunity to join.
Her relationship with Bai Yu is clearly almost nonexistent.
It felt a bit awkward to praise pirates in front of this "outsider".
"Hehe, Fleet Admiral Sengoku, you're being too polite."
Ryokugyu chuckled dryly.
"I completely admire that guy. Besides, isn't his style of doing things just like a navy officer's?"
"Being able to meet with him and have him personally make a trip for the Marine Headquarters is enough to prove that Bai Yu's identity has changed, but his sense of justice for the Navy still remains in his heart."
"Besides, who else but him could be tasked with mediating between the two Marine Admiral?"
Looking at Ryokugyu's matter-of-fact expression, Sengoku clearly felt a bit comfortable with his tact Kazuma flattery.
Originally, many people still felt a sense of unfamiliarity and unease about the Admiral were exceptionally selected through the World Military Draft recruitment drive.
These words have undoubtedly brought everyone closer together.
Of course, I wonder what Bai Yu's expression would be if he knew that I played the role of a "lubricant" in this kind of thing.
"Heh, looks like I've come at the wrong time."
A soft, effeminate laugh suddenly rang out.
A figure that emerged from the corner caused many people's expressions to change drastically.
Upon seeing the attire that signified his CP0 identity, Sengoku's face immediately darkened.
"CP0, you guys are really persistent! What are you planning to sneak into our naval council hall? If you don't give a reasonable answer, I'll kill you!"
"Or are you going to tell us that you killed Akainu and Aokiji on the orders of the Five Elders?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the Conqueror's Haki dormant within Sengoku's body exploded, transforming into a hurricane that crushed the emerging CP0.
The windows and glass on all sides were shattered by the blast.
Standing under the impact of this overwhelming force, CP0's expression darkened, and he was about to say something.
Bang!
The tightly closed door was smashed open with a loud crash.
The fist formed from molten lava shot towards CP0 like a cannonball.
Feeling the heat wave rushing towards them, CP0's expression darkened, and with a sway, their figures dissipated like a mirage.
Boom!
The attack missed its target instantly, shattering the wall behind it.
Akainu, dressed in tattered clothes and looking travel-worn, strode in, his face darkening as he coldly shouted angrily.
"CP0, the Five Elders colluded with Blackbeard to try and kill me and Aokiji together. Knowing I'm still alive, you still dared to come to Marine Headquarters? You're practically courting death!"
Colluding with Blackbeard?
Two Admiral were killed in a massacre?
The simple words, yet the sheer amount of information they contained, caused everyone's expressions to change drastically.
Just moments before, they were wondering if something had happened to Akainu and Aokiji, who had lost contact with them.
I never expected that the Five Elders would collude with Blackbeard, planning to kill two of the Marine Headquarters' top fighters as well.
This inhuman behavior has probably crossed the line for the Marine Headquarters.
Sengoku's expression changed drastically. He slammed his hands on the headboard, unleashing a tremendous force that shattered the chair.
He appeared before CP0 like a ghost.
His right hand, with its five fingers like a dragon's claw, gripped his mask and slammed it heavily against the wall.
Bang!
The thick wall collapsed with a crash, and spiderweb-like cracks spread rapidly.
Even the mask on CP0's face shattered, revealing a pair of golden eyes.
Despite Sengoku's sudden attack, this unusual CP0 member showed no fear whatsoever, remaining calm and composed.
"Hehe, Fleet Admiral Sengoku, this is the first time I've seen you so excited."
"Is it because of the matter with War Demon Bai Yu? He crossed your line once, and now you finally couldn't hold back a second time?"
"With your level of cunning, no wonder you can't continue to hold the position of Fleet Admiral."
"However, there's no need for you to get so agitated. The Five Elders already anticipated that there would be a misunderstanding, or that War Demon Bai Yu might have given you the wrong idea that your Marine Headquarters is a pawn of the World Government."
"That's why he sent me personally on behalf of the Five Elders this time. Sengoku, you should know very well who I am."
The atmosphere in the room changed instantly after those words were spoken.
Everyone's expression turned unnatural.
Is this a counterattack?
After all, this statement contained a great deal of information.
The last sentence, in particular, is a gesture that subtly reveals his identity, placing him within the CP0 intelligence organization.
Revealing your identity is a death sentence.
However, the fact that this CP0 member can remain so calm and collected in the face of the enraged Sengoku suggests he's no ordinary person.
Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to speak with the confidence that I represent the Five Elders.