The delicacies of the heavens begin with obtaining gem meat.

Chapter 203 The Decision of the Warring States Period

"Cough cough————"

Blackbeard Teach struggled to push away the huge boulder that was pressing down on him, and crawled out of the pile of rubble, covered in dust.

He dusted himself off and, feeling the power of the attack, felt much more at ease.

It was indeed very strong, but its power was still far inferior to that of the white-bearded man in his memory at his peak.

This made Blackbeard even more certain that Whitebeard had only recovered from some injuries sustained in the previous battle, and that the terrifying Conqueror's Haki he displayed earlier was merely a facade.

Thinking of this, a smug and sinister smile appeared on Blackbeard Teach's face.

"Hahaha—you really show no mercy, Dad!"

He shrugged, feigning helplessness, and continued.

"But that makes sense, you're unlikely to show me any mercy, right?"

Blackbeard Teach knew very well that what he had done had long since exhausted any remaining goodwill he had for Whitebeard.

Now, Whitebeard would love nothing less than to grind him to dust; there's no reason for him to show any mercy.

"You don't deserve to be my son! Teach!"

The white-bearded man's voice rang out, and his grip on the naginata Murakumogiri tightened, causing the blade to tremble slightly.

"You violated the ship's only ironclad rule by killing your comrade with whom you spent every day."

"Today, I will personally take your life to comfort Sachi's spirit in heaven!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the white-bearded man's aura surged again, and his eyes were filled with pure killing intent.

Watching the white-bearded and black-bearded figures locked in a fierce confrontation, Sengoku maintained a serious and solemn expression, but secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

The current situation is very bad for the navy.

Even if Whitebeard's fighting strength hasn't fully recovered to its peak, it's definitely not much different.

Even if it only lasts for an hour, that would be enough for Whitebeard to sink the entire Navy Headquarters to the bottom of the sea.

Therefore, if the Navy continues to fight the Whitebeard Pirates to the death, even if they eventually win, it will inevitably be a Pyrrhic victory, and the Navy's manpower will be completely exhausted.

More importantly, Sengoku knew very well that the entire Marineford War was forcibly orchestrated by the World Government from beginning to end.

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As for the purpose, the Warring States period did not want to think about it deeply.

His only concern was the foundation of the navy and the order of this sea.

If this war goes smoothly, it can indeed weaken the power of pirates.

However, the current situation no longer allows the Navy to continue fighting the Whitebeard Pirates to the death.

Letting the Whitebeard Pirates and the Blackbeard Pirates fight to the death is the most advantageous option for the Navy.

Moreover, the situation in Impel Down is unclear, but it is highly likely that many prisoners have escaped, so their navy needs to conserve more of its strength.

In a flash, Zhan Guo made a decision.

He took a deep breath and gave the order loudly.

"All Marines, cease your attack on the Whitebeard Pirates and immediately regroup!"

Upon hearing this, the white-bearded man raised his eyes and glanced thoughtfully at the Warring States.

By this time, Whitebeard understood Sengoku's plan, but he also knew that this was the best opportunity for him to ensure the Whitebeard Pirates' safe departure.

Without the slightest hesitation, he immediately spoke.

"Everyone, prepare to retreat!"

After saying that, Whitebeard shoved Murakumogiri onto the ground and walked step by step toward Blackbeard Teach.

He had to be here and finish off Teach himself.

Under their orders, the Marines and the Whitebeard Pirates, who had been fighting each other, quickly retreated to either side.

The intensity of the war suddenly decreased.

Many people's eyes were involuntarily drawn to the white beard and the black beard.

But not everyone is willing to stop the war.

"Why?!"

An angry question rang out.

Akainu stood in the center of the battlefield, looking at Sengoku. Lava dripped down his arm. He knew very well what Sengoku's order meant: to let the Whitebeard Pirates go, to let Roger's son Ace go, and to let Dragon's son Luffy go!

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This is an absolutely intolerable compromise for Akainu, who upholds absolute justice.

"Follow orders."

I will bear all the consequences.

The Warring States period was very peaceful at this time.

In fact, from the moment he decided to issue this order, he was already prepared to be held accountable by the world government.

But he had long wanted to end this absurd war as soon as possible.

Otherwise, would we have needed Luffy to use his Devil Fruit powers to deal with a novice like him?

Now that this opportunity to cut losses has presented itself, it's natural not to let it slip by.

Upon hearing this, Kizaru clicked his tongue lazily, but showed no intention of continuing to attack.

Aokiji stood still, looking in the direction of the white-bearded man. The chill emanating from his body slowly dissipated, clearly indicating that he had no intention of continuing the war.

However, Akainu couldn't swallow this insult. He looked around and his gaze quickly locked onto Ace and Luffy, who were retreating towards the port.

Even if he can't wipe out the Whitebeard Pirates, even if he has to defy Sengoku's orders, he must eliminate these two evil bloodlines here!

Having made his decision, Akainu quickly rushed towards Luffy and Ace.

Sengoku, who was on the high platform, looked extremely grim when he saw this scene.

He opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing.

Sengoku knew Akainu's character very well; once he made up his mind, he would never compromise.

He can't very well personally stop Akainu, can he?

Above the sky, Jiang Yan watched Akainu rush out, raised an eyebrow, and took another bite of his watermelon with soda.

"He is truly loyal to his duty. No wonder he is called Akainu. He is indeed a good dog raised by the World Government."

Jiang Yan had absolutely no liking for Akainu.

The so-called "absolute justice" is merely the justice of the world government.

Jiang Yan's gaze swept across the battlefield, and he found that Luffy and Ace were in a rather bad situation.

To save Ace, Luffy has ventured deep into enemy territory, and the Whitebeard Pirates are currently unable to provide support in time.

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"That won't do."

Jiang Yan finished the remaining watermelon in his hand with soda water in a few bites, casually threw the watermelon rind at Akainu, and then patted the fire-breathing dragon under him.

"Go above the two of them."

Charizard immediately understood, letting out a deep roar, and with a sudden twitch of its wings, it swooped down rapidly.

In the blink of an eye, the fire-breathing dragon was already directly above Luffy and Ace.

"So cool! So cool! What kind of dragon is this?!"

Luffy looked up at the fire-breathing dragon above and couldn't help but praise it.

This made Charizard's expression turn pleasant.

"It's a fire-breathing dragon, my partner."

After giving a brief introduction to the Fire-Breathing Dragon, Jiang Yan conjured two pieces of manta ray Sea King meat in front of Luffy and Ace.

"It's on you, please don't be shy."

"Meat!"

Upon seeing the meat in front of him, Luffy's eyes lit up instantly. Without thinking, he reached out and grabbed the piece of meat, which was bigger than his face, and then took a bite.

The crispy outer skin cracks open between your teeth, and the tender, juicy meat juices, mixed with abundant energy, surge through your body.

"tasty!"

Ace, who was standing next to Jiang Yan, paused for a moment, looked up at Jiang Yan, grabbed the piece of meat in front of him, and began to eat it in large bites.

After consuming the manta ray sea king meat, which contained immense energy, his previously depleted strength was restored.

Jiang Yan watched the two eat the food and nodded.

Of course, even if Luffy and his companion recover their stamina, with their current strength, they are definitely no match for Akainu.

But at least, once their strength is restored, Ace and Luffy will be able to hold out against Akainu for a little longer.

If we can stall until the Whitebeard Pirates' captains arrive, things will turn around.

After finishing this task, Jiang Yan patted the Charizard, causing it to regain altitude, and turned his gaze back to the battlefield.

At this moment, Whitebeard, dragging his naginata Murakumogiri, walked step by step towards Blackbeard Teach and his crew.

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Standing at the very front was Teach, the black-bearded man, with a smug smile on his face.

That attack from the Tremor-Tremor Fruit just now completely confirmed Blackbeard Teach's judgment.

Whitebeard was at his last gasp, merely putting on a brave face with his last breath.

Of course, even if he regains some strength, he will never be able to return to his peak condition, so he has nothing to be afraid of.

After all, he possesses the most vicious Dark-Dark Fruit, making him the nemesis of all Devil Fruit users.

"Teach!"

The white-bearded man stopped and looked at the black-bearded Teach in front of him.

"Go to hell with Satch! Teach!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Whitebeard raised his right fist and unleashed the power of the Tremor-Tremor Fruit.

Without the slightest hesitation, he delivered a powerful punch to the bearded man, Teach, right in front of him.

"Dark water!"

Blackbeard Teach suddenly raised his right hand to meet Whitebeard's fist.

A pitch-black, abyss-like darkness surged from the black-bearded man's palms.

The attack, which was originally enough to easily shatter the earth and overturn the Navy Headquarters, disappeared without a trace the moment it touched that darkness, like a stone sinking into the sea.

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