One Piece: Lord of Disaster.

Chapter 184 The Tide! Determination! Farewell, Whitebeard!
"The Giant Legion!"

At the new Naval Headquarters, Sengoku, who had officially assumed the position of Fleet Admiral, rubbed his forehead, which was covered in cold sweat.

"More than twenty countries have been attacked in a short period of time, with about ten giants appearing in each country, bringing the total number to over two hundred!"

Two hundred people!
What is this concept?
There are only a dozen or so giant vice admirals at the Marine Headquarters!

This is the result of many years of accumulation!

They may not amount to much in front of true powerhouses, but a qualified giant warrior is an unparalleled force on the battlefield, and each one is a formidable fighting force!

"Even the giant pirate crews that ravaged the seas back then were nowhere near this size!"

On the opposite sofa, Chief Advisor He also looked solemn. "It's hard to imagine what Roya did in Elbaf. Why would Harald, who is unruly but still peace-loving, lend him such power?"

"Roya and his Catastrophe Company are becoming stronger every single second!"

Sengoku wiped the sweat from his brow, his tone revealing a panic and unease that even he himself was unaware of.

"I don't even dare to think about what the future will be like."

"At least there's some good news,"

Lieutenant General Tsuru gave a wry smile. "The stronger Roya becomes, the more fearful the monsters of the New World will be of him. Their internal strife may not be far off."

"..."

The Warring States Period was speechless.

Are we going to have to rely on internal strife among the pirates to target Roja?

It's really ugly.

"There's no point in thinking about it any further."

After a long silence, Sengoku shook his head weakly. "The most important thing now is to restore the navy's strength."

The pirate alliance's actions caused the Navy enormous losses.

The naval bases in the New World were completely destroyed, and hundreds of thousands of officers and soldiers died in battle, including a large number of high-ranking officers.

Not to mention that Marin was later destroyed, and the marshal died on the spot.

The navy has suffered a severe blow.

Especially after Zhan Guosheng became the marshal, the position of general was even left vacant!

"Let Zephyr temporarily take back the rank of general, and that bastard Garp, he can't be allowed to act recklessly this time either."

Sengoku sighed, "Even if he's just a general in name only, it doesn't matter."

Lieutenant General He nodded slightly.

The public execution of the Fleet Admiral by the pirates was a huge blow to the Navy's reputation.

The navy definitely needs to find ways to boost morale and restore its prestige.

"That's not enough,"

Warring States continued, “Deception cannot last long; the truth will be revealed sooner or later.”

"Until then, we must possess the power to restore the faith of the people at sea!"

"I want to launch a massive conscription!"

A certain sea area in the New World.

A pirate ship sailed silently.

"No way!"

Roger held his daughter in one arm and a newspaper in the other. "That kid Roya really did assemble a legion of giants! The newspaper says the total number exceeds two hundred!"

"Huh? So Elbaf really is cooperating with the Disaster Company?"

Jabba looked disappointed. "I was saying that I would go to Elbaf to spend my retirement years after I retire!"

"Retirement? Aren't you thinking way too far ahead?"

Rayleigh, who was quietly wiping his beloved sword, said with a smile, "We've only found one stone. We're still three stones away from the final island."

At this point, the expressions of everyone on deck darkened slightly.

Their journey around the world again did not lead them to a second historical marker.

It wasn't until after returning to the New World that we obtained some clues about the second stone.

At this rate, will Captain Roger's body really be able to hold out until the day he finds the final island?

"Hahaha! What are you all doing looking so dejected?"

Roger laughed heartily, "Haven't we already found out where the second stone is?"

"If we get the stone from Charlotte Linlin, wouldn't we already be halfway there?"

"But Roger,"

Rayleigh sheathed his sword, his expression and tone becoming very serious. "The New World is different now. The Charlotte Family has allied with other monsters. If we try to steal from them, we'll likely be hunted down by the pirate alliance!"

"Their combined strength is probably not much weaker than the Rocks Pirates back then! Their power is even more overwhelmingly stronger!"

Upon hearing what the first mate said, everyone's expression turned serious.

Even they have no chance of winning against the monsters of the entire new world.

"Hahaha! There's always a way out! Let's deal with the problems of the future!"

Roger laughed heartily, completely unconcerned.

"Captain! You're so unreliable!"

"Hahahaha!"

The large ship gradually sailed away on the sea. The raging waves stirred up by the monsters had not yet subsided, and a new storm was already brewing.

New World, Sphinx.

Whitebeard was also reading the newspaper.

His face was even more gloomy.

"The son of Harald, the king of giants, the prince of Elbaf, plus a legion of giants of this size,"

Beside him, Marco's voice still held disbelief, "What kind of agreement did Roya reach with Elbaf? Am I really not dreaming?"

Whitebeard simply sighed silently.

He couldn't understand how Roya had managed to do it.

That's Harald, whom even Rocks rejected!
Marco said worriedly, "Father, Roya and the others haven't shown up yet, I'm afraid..."

He didn't finish his sentence, but Whitebeard understood what he meant.

Roya has already dealt with Elbaf, so next, he will probably want to deal with another key country in this sea area!

Where else could it be? Who else could it be?

It's the Sphinx, of course! It's the Whitebeard Pirates!
Others might fear the Whitebeard Pirates, but that certainly doesn't include Roya.

That damn brat is a madman!

"Dad, what should we do next?"

Marco looked worried. "Are we going to fight Roya and the others?"

The power of the Cataclysmic Company is beyond doubt, and now, Roya has gained another giant legion under his command. Although it may sound a bit too demoralizing, if they were to actually go to war with the current Cataclysmic Company, the outcome would probably not be good.

"..."

Whitebeard remained silent.

Yes, what should we do next?

He couldn't even imagine what his beloved children would suffer for the sake of this country.

Even if he could rival Roya, his still-inexperienced children would likely be no match for the ever-expanding Calamity Corporation. They were already at a disadvantage in the previous battle, not to mention that Roya now has even more power at his disposal!

If war really breaks out, I don't know how many sons and daughters will die because of it.

But if they choose to flee in disarray, how will their homeland be ravaged by Roya?

He knew all too well what kind of person Roya was; his only reason for occupying these countries was to enjoy the suffering of the people.

This country is of no value to most ambitious people, but Roya is different; he will only be more interested in ravaging it.

"call--"

Whitebeard finally let out a slow sigh of relief.

He looked up at his anxious son and said, "Marco, take the rest of the others and leave here for now."

"Dad?" Marco instantly bristled. "What are you saying? Do you really want to face Roya and his gang alone?"

"No! Absolutely not! Where in the world is there any logic in children running away, leaving their father alone to face a powerful enemy!"

“I’m not discussing this with you, Marco,”

Whitebeard said seriously, "This is the captain's order! Take everyone and leave immediately!"

The Sphinx was his own homeland, and he was the only one who couldn't let go of this country!
He already felt guilty for having his children stay in this country with him for almost a year. How could he let them risk their lives for a country that had nothing to do with them?
Whitebeard loved his children deeply, so he absolutely did not want them to risk their lives in vain.

"Dad!"

Marco's voice rose, "I can't accept it! I'm afraid no one can accept it! How can we let you fight alone!"

Or are we facing a monster like Roya?

Then, Marco's intense emotions suddenly froze, because he saw that his most respected father's face was full of pain.

"Dad——"

“Marco,”

Whitebeard's voice was slow, but the deep sorrow in his tone struck Marco's heart like a hammer blow: "Do you want me to beg you?"

"..."

Marco gritted his teeth.

He knew exactly what his father was thinking: that his children had no reason to risk their lives for the country and the disaster-stricken company; this trouble was entirely his own doing.

but!

"Dad!"

Marco hissed, "Shouldn't family face all difficulties together? Haven't you ever considered us as real family?"

"..."

Whitebeard's pupils dilated, and he was speechless for a moment.

"That's right! Dad!"

A voice came from behind, "We're family! Fighting for our family, isn't that the right thing to do?"

The other members of the pirate crew quickly approached, and when Whitebeard looked back, he saw an unwavering determination on everyone's faces.

Even with his white beard, a veteran of countless battles, his eyes couldn't help but redden.

"You brats, do you really want to disobey my orders?"

"Now there are no captains or crew members, only fathers and children."

Marco said, "Dad, let us fight alongside you!"

"That's right! We are absolutely not leaving!"

"Dad, don't even think about abandoning us!"

Even if it means death, we will follow you!

Whitebeard took a deep breath, then sighed deeply, "My children have grown up and have their own ideas."

"My beloved children, this time, let us fight alongside you against the formidable enemy!"

"Yes! Dad!"

Unity.

Then, Whitebeard went to find the king of that country.

“Defeating the Disaster Company is difficult, so I will try my best to negotiate with Roya and make him understand that taking this island is not worth the effort! Therefore, no matter what he does, we must not compromise with him before achieving our goal!”

The worried king regained some confidence upon seeing the resolute white-bearded man and nodded solemnly, "Alright, I understand, Newgate, everything is in your hands!"

However, neither Whitebeard nor the king could have imagined that somewhere in the country, a group of people were also making connections.

"He's here! Lord Roya is finally coming! The despicable Whitebeard Pirates and the King's Army are on high alert. This is no joke!"

"Great! Lord Roya has arrived, and with him comes freedom! With him comes prosperity!"

"We have to do something too! We can't just sit and wait for Lord Roya and the others to change this country!"

"You're the leader. You led our rebellion against the corrupt royal family. Now, just tell us what to do!"

"I do have an idea!"

Then, the entire country was plunged into anxious waiting.

This eagerness lasted for several days before finally subsiding, because on the sea surface, giant snails began to approach.

"finally come!"

At the Whitebeard Pirates' encampment on this island, Whitebeard finished his drink and stood up, supporting himself on his knees.

Before him, the members of the Whitebeard Pirates remained silent, their eyes burning with fervor.

"Kids! Come with me into battle!"

"Oh!"

At the same moment, on the sea surface.

On the head of the giant snail, Roya smiled as he gazed at the distant island.

"So you're really planning to stay and fight us to the death?"

"So who exactly is the enemy?"

Behind him, Loki, carrying a spiked club, looked on with skepticism. As he used his size advantage to peer into the distance, he said, "Is there really anything extraordinary in such a dilapidated place?"

It's worth it for Roya to make the trip himself, so it can't be some weakling, right?
Otherwise, wouldn't it be better to just send a giant squad there, like other countries do? Just like those other countries.

"Don't worry, you'll see it soon. Don't be too surprised then."

Luo Ya just smiled and said that.

Loki grimaced unhappily.

Why keep us in suspense?
But does Roya mean that the guy they're about to meet is someone they actually know?

He didn't know many people from overseas; most of them were members of the Rocks Pirates!
and so!
"Hahahaha!"

Loki suddenly burst into a strange laugh.

Isn't it interesting when former comrades kill each other?

Luo Ya kept the snails at rest in the open sea, and only the snails carrying them gradually approached the island.

We encountered no obstacles along the way and arrived at the island's beach without any problems.

"Oh, were they already waiting for us?"

Roya raised his head and gazed at the gentle slope in front of the coastline.

On this gentle slope, the Whitebeard Pirates gathered. Whitebeard, whom they hadn't seen for almost a year, leaned on his naginata and quietly looked down at them.

"Ok?"

Loki suddenly leaned forward, carefully examining Whitebeard, and exclaimed in surprise, "It's this guy?"

Of course he knew Whitebeard. Back when Rocks first visited his father in Elbaf, this guy came along! He was one of the original members of the Rocks Pirates!

"He's a monster."

Roya smiled and said, "Are you ready?"

"Hahaha! I've been waiting for this for ages!"

Loki was eager to try. "A former subordinate of Rocks! Let me see his strength!"

Behind him, Barrett, Abel, Dylan, Teach, Moria, Doflamingo, Bege, Enel, and other executives had also gathered, along with the two serious-looking giants Dorry and Brogy, as well as the four Calamity Knights, making it a gathering of talent.

"Roya!"

The roar suddenly exploded like thunder.

The white beard and mustache fluttered with the invisible shockwaves, while the earth trembled violently, and the distant sea rippled with waves.
"Get out of this country!"

"Wow! What is this!"

The earth-shaking tremors astonished Loki. "What is this? Is it an earthquake?"

Roya merely raised the corners of his mouth, "I'll return those words to you, Whitebeard."

Get out of my territory!

(End of this chapter)