Pirate King: I'm determined to be the King of Sons-in-Law!

Chapter 157 Roger's Bloodline

Marine Headquarters, Marineford.

The meeting to decide the last Shichibukai is underway.

"Three days ago, the World Government reached an agreement with the tyrant Bartholomew Kuma, granting him the title of Shichibukai in exchange for his participation in the Pacifista human modification project led by Vegapunk."

During the Warring States period, the government's orders were announced.

"Everyone, no objections, right?"

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The officers remained silent.

The Navy has considerable decision-making power regarding the appointment of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but if the World Government makes a decision, the Navy has no authority to interfere as long as the selection is not problematic.

The main purpose of this meeting is to inform them.

The meeting ended abruptly.

The lieutenant generals left together.

"Vice Admiral Momonga, I remember the task of inviting Portgas D. Ace to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea was assigned to you, wasn't it?"

"That's true."

The flying squirrel nodded.

"However, Fire Fist has not responded yet."

"No wonder."

The lieutenant generals suddenly realized.

A month ago, the headquarters discussed inviting Portgas D. Ace to become a Shichibukai, but since there has been no response for so long, the headquarters naturally assumed that Portgas D. Ace had rejected the invitation.

That's why we have today's meeting.

"Fire Fist Ace."

The flying squirrel muttered to itself, feeling that something was amiss.

He seemed to have entrusted the task of inviting Fire Fist to Loya, and then hadn't paid any attention to it. Now that Fire Fist was mentioned, he felt something was amiss.

What about Loya?

That kid is quite restless, but I haven't heard him cause any trouble lately; it's like the calm before the storm.

There's always a feeling of unease.

"I hope it's just my imagination."

The flying squirrel muttered to itself.

Marshal's office.

Only Sengoku and Garp were in the room.

The Warring States period was filled with a heavy heart.

"Garp, the reason I called you here is about your grandson, Fire Fist Ace."

"Hahaha, what big commotion has that kid caused this time?"

Garp laughed heartily, skillfully taking out a bag of senbei (rice crackers) and tea leaves that Sengoku treasured from the drawer.

Have tea!

"It certainly caused quite a stir."

Sengoku sighed softly, "But that's not what I wanted to talk about, Garp. What I wanted to talk about was the relationship between Ace and Roger."

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Garp could no longer laugh.

Sengoku remained calm and stated confidently, "Garp, Ace is Roger's bloodline, am I right?"

"I...I don't know."

Garp tilted his head, his mouth agape.

The acting was so terrible that it gave Zhan Guo a headache.

Sengoku had a cold expression. He had only recently realized the issue of Ace's identity, and his conversation with Garp this time had a certain element of testing the waters.

I can't believe it's true!

Garp's grandson, the name D, and that terrifying rate of growth.

He should have realized it much earlier!

Sengoku picked up his teacup and sighed, "Garp, I haven't told anyone about Ace's identity yet."

"Warring States Period."

Garp, seeing Sengoku's expression, knew he couldn't hide it any longer.

"What are you planning to do?"

"Not much."

Zhan Guo shook his head slightly.

Roger has been dead for almost 20 years and has long become a legend. Now it is the era of the Four Emperors. It is not worth the Navy going to great lengths for a Fire Fist Ace whose surname has been concealed.

If they succeed, that's fine; but if they fail, it will only boost Fire Fist's reputation, making it somewhat of a loss.

But there's a premise to this.

Under no circumstances should the Four Emperors be allowed to obtain Ace, otherwise he will inevitably become a major threat to the Navy in the future.

And that is precisely his concern.

"Fire Fist Ace caused a huge ruckus on Kaido's territory and is now heading to Beehive Island, probably to challenge Whitebeard!"

Sengoku said in a deep voice, "Garp, we've fought Roger countless times, and so has Whitebeard. Do you understand what I mean?"

"Yes, I understand!"

Garp nodded slowly.

If Sengoku could detect Ace's identity, then Whitebeard could also have, and might even have set his sights on Ace.

His original idea was to train Ace to become the strongest marine, but things didn't go as planned and Ace became a pirate.

However, there was still a chance to salvage the situation. The invitation from the Seven Warlords of the Sea was Ace's opportunity to turn over a new leaf.

Even though Ace is Roger's bloodline, Sengoku will definitely weigh the pros and cons if Ace can become an asset to the Navy.

After all, executing Roger's bloodline would not help the current world situation at all, and it would be far better to obtain a reliable combat force that could rival an admiral in the future.

Even if Ace's identity is exposed in the future, the World Government will find it difficult to abandon him. Moreover, having Roger's son become an ally of the government might be the best propaganda tool to combat pirates.

But if Ace falls into Whitebeard's hands, there will be absolutely no way to salvage the situation, and unfortunately, the current situation is developing in the worst possible direction.

Garp rubbed his forehead, his gaze dark.

He didn't know what to do.

Sengoku calmly said, "Garp, so far, including you and me, only three people in the Navy know about this."

"Three people? Who else?"

Karp was stunned.

Sengoku produced a photograph of Loya.

"Loya!"

Garp looked completely incredulous.

Sengoku looked grave. He was genuinely shocked when he received the message from the 11th Squadron and spoke with Loya in person.

"Admiral Loya is currently pursuing Fire Fist in the New World. He has gained Fire Fist's trust and is confident he can persuade Fire Fist to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea!"

"But he's a candidate for one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea!"

Garp covered his head. Just now, the last member of the Seven Warlords of the Sea had been chosen.

"That's right, Loya was a step too late."

Sengoku shook his head slightly: "I haven't informed Loya about this yet, but regardless, Fire Fist's willingness to become a Shichibukai is only beneficial to us. The problem now is how to stop Whitebeard from getting Ace!"

"Should we send out a top general?"

"Yeah, if it really comes to that!"

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The New World, on a certain island.

The Sun Pirates are stationed here.

"Hey, Jinbe, are we really going to stop Fire Fist Ace?"

"That guy is dangerous. I won't let him see Dad. Although I'm not Dad's subordinate, I'll deal with him out of friendship!"

Holding Ace's bounty poster, Jinbe made up his mind that no matter what, he had to stop Fire Fist from challenging Old Man.

Also.

"There's someone else I need to meet!"

Jinbe took out an old newspaper with a picture of Loya on it.

As Fire Fist wreaks havoc in the New World, the black-haired Major General who is chasing after him also attracts the attention of many underground forces.

Jinbe gripped the newspaper tightly.

About a year ago, Black Hair wiped out the Arlong Pirates, with nearly a hundred fish-men in the crew, none of whom survived.

Nominally, Ah Long was one of his underlings, but he felt no sadness at Ah Long's death and even thought he deserved it.

But so many of his fellow fish-men were killed, many of whom were former members of the Sun Pirates and his former comrades.

Hachi, Obi, Bubble

Not everyone deserves to die!

He could never get over this matter.

If he didn't encounter the black-haired man, he would keep the matter to himself, since Ah Long and his gang had indeed caused trouble in the area.

But now that the black-haired guy has arrived in the new world, he may encounter the black-haired guy in his attempt to stop Ace.

He wants an explanation!

(End of this chapter)