Who told him to become the Pirate King!

Chapter 105 There's Only One Truth! (Two chapters, please subscribe!)

Sengoku felt inexplicably agitated after hearing Storm's words.

Even the renowned strategist Sengoku was unsure whether agreeing to Storm's request to "build his own navy" was truly a good thing...

However, judging from Storm's past behavior...

Sengoku always felt that Storm would occasionally bring him a little surprise...

Just like how Storm inexplicably received an invitation from the Five Elders and became one of the "Seven Warlords of the Sea"!

"Not to bring shame upon justice...?"

Zhan Guo glanced at the huge plaque hanging on the wall of the marshal's office.

A huge plaque, with black characters on white paper, clearly imprinted with five large characters—

Absolute justice!

These are principles and guidelines that the entire navy must strictly adhere to.

It also reflects the world government's requirements for the navy and its understanding of justice.

In order to uphold "absolute justice," the Navy must spare no effort to eradicate all evil from the sea.

To be precise.

The Navy needs to eradicate all evil—in the eyes of the World Government.

During the Warring States period, when generals were in power, a different ideal of justice was upheld.

Justice reigns supreme in the world.

However, after taking over as "Air" and becoming the Fleet Admiral of the Navy Headquarters, Sengoku's ideals of justice changed.

As Fleet Admiral of the Marine Headquarters, he must obey the will of the World Government, that is, to follow—

Absolute justice!

As for the former "justice reigning supreme in the world".

That was merely the ideal of justice held by the great general Sengoku.

However, this is not the righteous ideal of Marshal Sengoku.

Standing beneath the plaque that reads "Absolute Justice".

Sengoku didn't know if the future Storm would bring shame to "justice".

But he can be sure of one thing.

That's Storm right now; he's definitely not practicing "absolute justice"!

This kid, as a member of the Sharp Blade Squad, is capable of committing the monumental act of slaughtering the entire Infinite Hell...

Even Akainu's "complete justice" isn't thorough enough to want to wipe out the entire Infinite Hell!

This kid is even more aggressive than Akainu!

"I trust you to handle things."

During the Warring States period, he cleared his mind of all distractions and uttered a statement that was completely against his conscience.

He then skipped over that topic and revealed his true intention in making the Den Den Mushi call.

"Storm, you know the name 'Edward Teach,' right?"

Although it was phrased as a question, it was spoken as if it were a straightforward statement during the Warring States period.

"oh……"

Storm gave a long "Oh," and answered casually.

"So this is your true purpose, Marshal Sengoku."

"It's not for any reason that I'll get promoted or made a fortune; it's just to get information about 'Edward Teach' from me."

From the moment Storm uttered the name "Edward Teach" to Marcus Mazsan.

He knew that the people from Marine Headquarters would definitely come looking for him.

It's simply a matter of time.

When he first acquired the Clay Fruit power, Storm was at Marine Headquarters when he sculpted an abstract-looking "Whitebeard III".

Back then, Storm referred to the then-current Whitebeard II as "Edward Teach".

The bounty on Edward Teach's head is now causing quite a stir.

As long as there is one person in the Navy who remembers what happened back then.

Storm will then be exposed.

Therefore, Storm had anticipated the Warring States period issue and was not surprised.

"No, promoting your rank is one thing, Edward Teach is another."

Sengoku would never admit that he had never actually intended to promote Storm's rank, and that what just happened was merely an accident.

He deliberately blurred the line between the two matters, speaking vaguely.

"Both of these things are very important to the Navy."

"Heh, I'll take your word for it for now, Marshal Sengoku."

Storm chuckled, too lazy to expose the deliberate cover-up by Sengoku.

"What do you want to know? About Edward Teach."

"everything."

Zhan Guo said in a deep voice, and one question after another was asked like a barrage of bullets.

"How did you learn the name 'Edward Teach'? How did you come into contact with 'Edward Teach'? And... why do you call 'Edward Teach' 'Whitebeard III'?"

I was reminded by Lieutenant General Tsuru earlier.

Sengoku and Kizaru both recalled the "Whitebeard attack on Marine Headquarters" incident, which had caused quite a bit of trouble at Marine Headquarters.

As the culprit who caused this incident.

Storm and the incredibly abstract "Whitebeard III" were also unearthed from Lieutenant General Tsuru's memories.

After a brief discussion.

Whether it's Sengoku, Vice Admiral Tsuru, or Kizaru, one fact is basically confirmed—

Vongola Storm definitely knows Edward Teach!

Moreover, judging from the name "Whitebeard III," Storm even knows some more secret things!

So here's the question.

How did Storm, a naval scion with a clean background, get involved with Edward Teach?

Sengoku and Tsuru discussed this issue for a long time, but could not come to any conclusion.

Because in the eyes of the naval leaders, Storm's life trajectory was completely "transparent".

Storm grew up in a town behind Marineford, entered naval school at 16, joined naval recruit training at 17, and became a member of the Sharp Blade Force at 18...

With such a clear life trajectory, it's impossible to find a specific point of connection with "Edward Teach".

White Dragon and Whitebeard II.

These two people, who should have had no connection whatsoever, developed a relationship that no one knew about.

Sengoku and Tsuru no Chūjō racked their brains but couldn't come up with a solution.

Since we can't analyze the problem.

Then we'll have to find the person involved!

"There are so many questions, it would be too troublesome to explain them one by one."

Storm feigned arrogance and used his most frequently used excuse.

"Simply put, Edward Teach is my subordinate!"

"...Storm, I'm not kidding!"

After a moment of silence, Zhan Guo rubbed his head and said with a headache.

"Edward Teach has too many secrets hidden within him. He not only possesses the power of Whitebeard in his youth, but he also ate the Rumble-Rumble Fruit!"

"Whether it is the government or headquarters, Edward Teach poses a very high threat!"

"Headquarters is genuinely looking to obtain some intelligence about Edward Teach from you."

"I was sincerely presenting the facts and reasoning with Marshal Sengoku."

Storm responded helplessly.

"Edward Teach really is one of my men!"

How could Whitebeard II be a subordinate of White Dragon?

The Warring States period was rolling his eyes so hard they almost reached the moon.

He would rather believe that the "Sun God Nika" that has been passed down for hundreds of years is real than believe this claim.

"Vongola Storm!"

Zhan Guo took a deep breath and emphasized his words.

"Just now, the New World branch base sent an emergency notification."

"The Whitebeard Pirates, the Beasts Pirates, and the Big Mom Pirates have all mobilized their forces; all three Emperor Pirate crews are launching a search for Edward Teach."

"Of the four emperors of the New World, only the Red-Haired Pirates, with their weak foundation, have not yet taken action."

"Edward Teach, this man, has stirred up the entire situation on the ocean!"

"So, please stop joking, okay?"

"Alright, I'll tell you the truth then, there's only one truth..."

Storm paused for a moment, then spoke calmly.

"I am Edward Teach."

"..."

pat!

Sengoku hung up the Den Den Mushi immediately.

He felt that if the conversation continued, he would be unable to resist carrying out the Buster Call against Haku in his capacity as Fleet Admiral of the Navy Headquarters!

With five vice admirals, ten naval warships, and a thousand elite marines under heavy bombardment, perhaps Bai Long's mind could clear a little.

What on earth is this kid saying?

Is he Edward Teach?

Why doesn't he just say he's Edward Newgate?

Or perhaps he is Gol D. Roger?

Is it Lox D. Giebeck?

Is it Joey Boy from 800 years ago rising from the ashes?

Sengoku paced back and forth in the marshal's office, his chest heaving violently and his breathing rapid and disordered.

Even the "Buddha's mentality" granted by the [Zoan-type Human-Human Fruit Mythical Zoan-type Buddha Form] was starting to falter.

A while later...

Only then did the Warring States period finally calm down.

He picked up the Den Den Mushi and dialed Vongola Storm once again.

"Vongola Storm! You brat!! Get your head straight!!!"

Sengoku picked up the Den Den Mushi, held back for a long time, but finally couldn't hold back any longer and unleashed a torrent of abuse into the Den Den Mushi's receiver.

"Edward Teach attacked the Red Line, severely injured the Five Elders, and even Borsalino couldn't do anything about him!"

"He is the 'Lightning Man' who ate the 'Rumble-Rumble Fruit'! His bounty is 1.999 billion Berries! He poses a significant threat to the government and the Navy!"

"You! You! What makes you think you can compare to them?!"

The last sentence was something the Warring States period could have left unsaid.

But he just couldn't resist.

On the other end of the Den Den Mushi (a type of electric scooter).

Storm stared blankly at the sky.

Family, does anyone understand? These days, nobody believes the truth...

Moreover, I'm the one telling the truth, so why am I the one who gets hurt?

"Alright, Warring States Marshal."

Storm was heartbroken and resigned to his fate.

"What do you think is the truth of the matter?"

"Do you know Edward Teach?"

"right."

"It must have been by chance that I met Edward Teach."

"Um."

He calls himself "Whitebeard III".

"Yes."

Where did you meet him?

"What do you think, Warring States Marshal?"

"I think the Sabaody Archipelago is the most likely location. It's the closest to headquarters and a melting pot of all sorts of people."

"Yes, Marshal Sengoku, you are truly brilliant!"

Storm clapped his hands vigorously and shouted praises.

"They figured out the whole story right away!"

"Really?"

Whether it was Sengoku's imagination or not, he seemed to detect a hint of sarcasm in Storm's words.

Just like that guy Borsalino...

"Really, Marshal."

Storm's sincere gaze was accurately conveyed to Sengoku through the Den Den Mushi's imitation.

"I had a day off that day, and I went shopping in the Sabaody Archipelago. That's when I unexpectedly ran into Edward Teach, who introduced himself as 'Whitebeard III'... Yes! That's it!"

"I have a question."

Sengoku nodded. Strom's words were exactly what he had guessed, but he still noticed a suspicious point.

Why would Edward Teach call himself "Whitebeard III"? Is there another "Whitebeard II" on the high seas?

"Yes! That's right!"

Storm has given up entirely.

"Has the Warring States Marshal forgotten the white-bearded man who attacked the elite recruit training camp before?"

"That white-bearded man is just as young and powerful; even Teacher Zefa is no match for him."

His real name is—

"Edward Weevil!"

(End of this chapter)