Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

"What's going on? Why did the sea suddenly freeze over?" Charlotte Linlin asked, turning to her large group of children beside her.

Perospero, standing beside Charlotte Linlin, pondered for a moment and guessed, "Mom, this is very likely the Devil Fruit ability of Admiral Kuzan, the Marine 'Aokiji'."

Meanwhile, on a stretch of sea just out of sight of the "Queen Mother Anthem," Admiral Aokiji of the Navy's "Kuzan" slowly rose from the ice, the intense, almost tangible chill of which still permeated the air.

"Whoo~"

With an expression as cold as an iceberg, Aokiji exhaled a breath of cold air, his body gradually recovering from the "elemental" state. He then looked at the Den Den Mushi on the bicycle beside him and asked.

"Has the target been successfully frozen?"

"Admiral Kuzan, it's a complete success! All of the IG MOM Pirates' ships are frozen to the ice." A faint voice came through the Den Den Mushi, confirming Kuzan's achievement.

"Well, thank you for continuing to hide it."

Kuzan spoke calmly, then hung up the Den Den Mushi.

After all, the person on the other end of the Den Den Mushi is an intelligence agent planted by the Navy within the "Big Mom Pirates". The longer the call lasts, the greater the chance that the other party will be exposed.

Kuzan always held these naval intelligence agents who were willing to infiltrate the pirates in high regard.

Those colleagues were people who upheld justice even in the darkness!

Immediately, Kuzan carefully placed the naval intelligence officer's life card into his pocket.

As long as that intelligence officer is still alive, Kuzan can use this Vivre Card to keep track of the Big Mom Pirates' fleet's location, thus preventing the Big Mom Pirates from approaching the island where the war is taking place and avoiding having the Navy fleet's retreat route cut off by the Big Mom Pirates.

[Chapter 499: The Monster Called the Strongest Marine]

Meanwhile, on the edge of the Whitebeard Pirates' territory, a lone naval warship with a dog-head-shaped prow drifted on the sea.

In contrast, directly in front of this dog-headed warship was an incredibly large pirate fleet.

It is famous throughout the seas for the “Moby Dick”, which is shaped like a whale, as well as more than ten pirate ships that are as large as naval warships.

In particular, the man with a tall, imposing figure, wielding a long-handled broadsword, and sporting a peculiar white beard shaped like a crescent moon, brought the fleet's intimidation to its peak.

"The World's Strongest Man," "Emperor of the Sea," "Whitebeard" Edward Newgate!

Just witnessing the invisible aura emanating from "Whitebeard" Edward Newgate, the numerous naval soldiers on that dog-headed warship felt their hearts race and cold sweat pour down their backs.

The source of courage that keeps so many naval soldiers armed and ready for battle is Vice Admiral Garp, a "naval hero" with graying hair but still a robust physique, who wears a cloak of justice.

In this silent standoff, facing a large number of pirate ships, the lone naval warship looked particularly helpless, as if it could be crushed at any moment.

However, even though the many officers of the Whitebeard Pirates had absolute confidence in their father, Whitebeard, they still dared not be careless in the slightest.

After all, Vice Admiral Garp, the "Marine Hero," not only held the reputation of being the "Strongest Marine," but also relentlessly pursued the "Pirate King" Roger with his absolute strength, eventually even capturing him.

The next moment, as Whitebeard paused, his long-handled sword halted, his eyes narrowed, and he asked with overwhelming arrogance, "Garp, long time no see. Have you come to offer your head?"

At this moment, Vice Admiral Garp, unlike his usual unreliable self, crossed his arms and answered with a loud laugh.

"Hahaha, it's too early for that. I still want to see what my future grandson will look like when he grows up. I can't just hand over my head like this."

“In that case, move aside,” Whitebeard said.

Lieutenant General Garp did not beat around the bush or deliberately stall for time with jokes; instead, he spoke frankly.

"Whitebeard, we are all from the old era. Why should we interfere in the battles of the new generation of young people?"

"I don't care about the fighting and playing around among the new generation of young people..."

At this point, Whitebeard paused, then suddenly spoke with an extremely imposing tone, "But that Vice Admiral Sakura Dragon killed Weevil, and I need to settle the score with him."

"Uh?"

Lieutenant General Garp froze, then asked in utter surprise, "Wait, that Weevil is really your son?"

Whether it was a misperception or not, Vice Admiral Garp vaguely sensed a hint of embarrassment flash across the imposing whitebeard's face, and then spoke.

“I have many sons.”

This statement, which neither denied nor admitted, immediately made Vice Admiral Garp understand something, and even made him think of many strange things.

For example, instead of openly marrying and having children, Whitebeard preferred to adopt his sons as family members.

With too many ideas and too many thoughts, Vice Admiral Garp was immediately intrigued, but he knew that the current situation did not allow him the leisure to continue researching and speculating on such things.

Immediately, Vice Admiral Garp spoke up.

"So, there's no room for negotiation? Like, I'll bring out Lieutenant General Joan later and let the two of you have a one-on-one fight, or something like that."

"When did I need your help, a navy officer, to settle scores with someone?" Whitebeard retorted matter-of-factly.

"It seems we have no choice but to fight, Whitebeard."

"I couldn't be happier, Garp. Let's settle this unresolved battle today."

……

Listening to the conversation between Vice Admiral Garp and Whitebeard, many of the Whitebeard Pirates' officers looked rather anxious.

After all, their entire massive fleet couldn't possibly halt its advance just because of Vice Admiral Garp alone.

Given the physical strength of Vice Admiral Garp and his father, it's uncertain how long their battle will last.

In that case, how could they possibly catch up with the naval fleet that was annihilating the "Red-Haired Pirates"?

"Diamond" Jozu, the third division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, couldn't help but whisper to Marco.

"Marco, your father values ​​your advice the most. Should we try to persuade him not to waste time here with Vice Admiral Garp?"

Marco glanced at "Diamond" Jozu with some surprise upon hearing this, and asked in return, "When have you ever seen Dad change his mind about something he's decided on?"

After a pause, Marco spoke up. "Besides, Father is doing this to protect us."

"what?"

Not only was "Diamond" Jozu somewhat puzzled, but the other squad captains also looked at Marco with confusion.

After all, the Whitebeard Pirates may not have gathered many affiliated pirate crews this time, but their own strength was enough to challenge Marineford, the Marine Headquarters.

Seeing this, Marco explained helplessly, "What kind of monster do you think Vice Admiral Garp, the 'strongest marine,' is? And what kind of environment is this?"

"Perhaps if the whole crew attacked together, it would be possible to quickly defeat Vice Admiral Garp, but with Vice Admiral Garp's strength, he could definitely sink all the pirate ships here."

"At that time, not only will we Devil Fruit users be left with nowhere to go, but even the old man will be in an awkward situation. On the contrary, Vice Admiral Garp will be able to swim away with his terrifying physique."

Upon hearing this, the other squad leaders immediately understood, and were also shocked by Marco's evaluation.

Even if the old man himself takes action, and many squad captains join forces to attack, Marco believes that Vice Admiral Garp will not only not die, but will also sink all the pirate ships.

Marco sighed, then said.

"Actually, since Vice Admiral Garp successfully stopped us here, the outcome was already predetermined in a sense. The reason why my father decided to fight Vice Admiral Garp was more to meet an old friend."

"So, get ready. Find a deserted island nearby and let your two friends, Dad and Vice Admiral Garp, have a good fight. I'm sure Dad will be pleased to have such a long-awaited opponent."

Then, as he directed the fleet to turn towards the nearby deserted island, Marco's eyes narrowed subtly.

There was something Marco didn't say aloud.

However, it is certain that Vice Admiral Garp was able to accurately intercept the Whitebeard Pirates' fleet, which strongly suggests that there were Navy intelligence agents within the Whitebeard Pirates.

"Looks like we need to figure out a way to catch the mouse."

[Chapter 500: The Descending Meteor Volcano (Third Update)]

However, in the "New World" seas, in addition to the "Whitebeard Pirates" and the "Big Mom Pirates," there are also a large number of pirate crews with their own purposes who have taken action due to the strong intervention of the Navy fleet in the battle between the "Red-Haired Pirates" and the "Beasts Pirates".

Besides some pirate crews approaching the island that has become the center of the "New World" whirlpool, some pirate crews whose living space has been squeezed by the "Sea Emperors" have become more active.

In a sense, the "New World" is both a pirate paradise where there is no navy pursuit and a cage prepared for all pirates, making them fight and weaken each other in the "New World," thus reducing the overall number and power of pirates. At the same time, it also prevents these pirates, who can easily destroy islands and countries, from going to other seas.

For some pirate crews who had long wanted to leave the "New World" seas, a place that could be called a monster paradise, and go to other seas to live a carefree life, this was an excellent opportunity.

There are basically only three ways to escape the "New World" sea area.

One: Forcefully cross the perilous Calm Belt; two: Take the Bubble Cable Car to the Red Line and traverse the Holy Land of Mary Geoise; three: Coat the pirate ship and then dive deep into the sea to pass through Fishman Island.

In practice, the only feasible option for a typical pirate crew is to coat their pirate ship to pass through Fishman Island.

However, the Navy's only remaining branch in the "New World" waters, "G-1," happened to be located near an island where coating could be applied.

So, aside from a few overly powerful pirate crews, the "G-1 Branch" might choose to ignore them.

During the coating process, most pirate ships become targets of the "G-1 Branch," thus preventing most pirate crews in the "New World" from leaving the "New World."

Now that the Navy has assembled a large fleet to try to wipe out the "Beasts Pirates" and the "Red-Haired Pirates", the defensive capabilities of the "G-1 Branch" will inevitably be weakened.

In a short time, many pirate crews that were trying to leave the "New World" seas and head to relatively weaker seas gathered together and headed towards the Navy's "G-1" branch.

"This is a good opportunity, everyone. Only by leaving this sea area that has already been divided up by the 'Sea Emperors' can we obtain more treasures and resources."

"A better life awaits beyond the Red Earth: women, treasures, fine wine—all will be within our grasp once we breach the 'G-1 Branch'."

"This is the best opportunity in nearly a decade, my boys..."

This time, the pirate crews, which had gathered together like trickling streams to form a fleet, did not attack each other as usual. Instead, they tacitly moved towards the "G-1 Branch" together, forming a joint fleet of over a hundred pirate ships.

Once they can leave the "New World" seas, each of these seemingly weak pirate crews in the "New World" seas possesses the ability to sweep across an area, and their strength is comparable to, or even capable of defeating, the so-called "Supernovas".

As the "G-1 Branch" came into view, the pirates who had temporarily united to form a fleet showed even more excitement.

Embrace a brighter future, starting today.

As for becoming the "Pirate King" and finding "One Piece," these seasoned pirates who have weathered countless storms on the seas naturally know that those are nothing but unrealistic fantasies.

Only women, treasures, and fine wine that can be truly touched are the true treasures of a pirate.

Amidst the hopeful gazes of these pirates, as they drew ever closer to the "G-1 Branch," molten lava continuously shot into the sky from within the "G-1 Branch."

Inside the "G-1 branch," Admiral Sakazuki, the "Akainu" of the Navy, transformed his arms into lava, continuously spewing large amounts of lava upwards.

"Meteor Volcano!"

The next moment, amidst the pale faces of the pirates, the lava fists that had soared into the sky immediately fell down, like terrifying lava meteors, raining down on the assembled pirate fleet like a storm.

"Too densely packed, we'll get hit, spread out quickly..."

"Why is that bastard Akainu still at the G-1 branch? Run!"

"That pirate ship over there belongs to that idiot! Turn around, it's blocking my way!"

In an instant, the fleet that had gathered over a hundred pirate ships and possessed a fierce aura was thrown into complete chaos.

At that very moment, a lava meteor fell, carrying extreme heat and impact, transforming into a devastating meteor shower.