Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

Immediately after Luo administered a calming drug to Snag, he casually snapped his fingers, and the clones that were almost identical to Luo instantly turned into clumps of flesh and blood.

Out of basic professional ethics for doctors, what Luo said wasn't entirely false; at least... Luo could create clones like this at any time.

For the cutting-edge biotechnology of this era, human cloning is not a new concept; the artificial soldiers of Germa 66 are a type of cloning technology.

However, Luo doesn't need any medical equipment or a long cultivation period to create his own clones. He can create them directly using only the ability of "Soul-Slaying Blade: Evil Consort" to manipulate living beings.

As for the materials used to create these clones, they were naturally the flesh and blood of the guards that Snag had torn apart.

"The baby-5 issue should be resolved by now, right?"

Luo sheathed the "Ghost Cry" sword, muttered something to himself, and then walked slowly toward the top of the research institute with one hand in his pocket.

However, Luo hadn't walked far; he had only reached roughly the middle level of the research institute when he stopped involuntarily, and his usually expressionless face twitched slightly.

"What has this weapon-wielding woman done?!"

Disappeared...

The entire upper level of the research institute, along with most of the deserted island, vanished completely.

Meanwhile, baby-5 sat on the back of the charred Cracker lying on the ground as if nothing had happened, puffing away on cigarettes.

"Whoo~"

"So slow, Luo. How can a man dawdle like this? It's taking you so long to solve the problem?"

Immediately, Baby-5 stood up, turned around, and kicked the unconscious Cracker towards Law, saying, "Hey, don't say I didn't bring you any gift. Here you go."

Looking at Cracker lying unconscious in front of him, Law, who was usually indifferent, looked up at the research institute that was almost half gone, and couldn't help but roar at Baby-5.

"You idiot weapon-wielding woman, why don't you just blow up the whole research institute?"

"Hey, you perverted doctor, I'm trying to help you, and you dare to complain about me?" baby-5 retorted without hesitation.

"It's just a cracker, why did it have to destroy most of the island? You idiot weapon girl!" Luo cursed.

“I was just experimenting with the weapon I modified from the ‘Ancient Weapon Hades’. It’s your research institute’s defenses that are too weak,” baby-5 retorted.

Ancient Weapon: Hades' Weapon?

At this moment, Luo felt almost suffocated, finally understanding why his research institute had become like this.

The weapon used to test the "Ancient Weapon - Hades" was brought to his own research institute for testing?

Luo's teeth were practically chattering as he wished he could dismantle the weapon-wielding woman on the spot, while secretly feeling incredibly fortunate.

If I hadn't treated this attack as a drill beforehand and arranged for the non-combat personnel at the research institute to move the data in advance, the losses would have been extremely severe.

Luo, his chest heaving with rage, roared, "You...you idiot weapon girl, I will definitely explain this to that person..."

"Whatever, I'm fine with this..."

Just then, baby-5's previously indifferent expression suddenly changed, and her eyes revealed a different kind of gentleness as she spoke.

"Alright, Luo, I tacitly approved of Baby-5's weapon testing, but Baby-5 didn't expect the weapon's power to be so exaggerated after the modifications."

Luo was taken aback by the change in Baby-5, then quickly realized what was happening and asked, "You are... Lord Arn?!"

Law was well aware that Lord Aon, who seemed to have risen to the rank of "Grand Priest" within Hueco Mundo, possessed the ability to possess the consciousness of other members of Hueco Mundo.

"Yes, it's me."

Y'en, controlling Baby-5's body, nodded and then spoke.

"Moreover, this deserted island is still too small and is gradually becoming insufficient to accommodate multiple research projects at the same time. It would be better to preserve this place as the 'SAD' production research institute, while the 'Life Factor Research Institute' will be relocated to the location that is about to be completed."

Luo nodded and replied, "Yes, Lord Yann."

Yann stepped forward and patted Luo on the shoulder as usual, then suddenly realized that Luo was no longer the boy he used to be, and asked with a sigh.

"By the way, Luo, I heard you haven't had a break in a long time?"

“No, Lord Yann, I slept for three hours a week ago,” Luo replied respectfully.

……

Ya'en.

In the past, Yann always thought that Sakazuki was the most typical workaholic, but he never expected that Law was the workaholic among workaholics.

Before Yann could speak, Luo took the initiative to speak.

"Lord Yann, you can rest assured. I have optimized myself to a considerable extent by referencing the structure of dolphins, so reducing sleep time can effectively enhance the management and utilization of time."

"But you are, after all, a human, not a dolphin. And constant mental tension may not necessarily be beneficial to the progress of the research."

After a pause, before Luo could explain, Yann spoke directly.

"Since the research institute needs to relocate, why don't you put your research on hold for now and come with me for a trip to Beihai?"

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P.S.: There will be no holiday during the Chinese New Year period, but due to various busy matters, updates will be irregular, with only two updates per day.

[Chapter 575. The Pacifist Plan]

Hearing Arn's words, Luo hesitated noticeably and said, "But Lord Arn, I can conduct more than three small experiments during the relocation of the research institute..."

"That's an order!"

This time, Yann spoke in a commanding tone, giving Luo no chance to object.

“Luo, you haven’t left the research institute for several years since Corazon returned to North Sea to visit you last time. This time, I can let you and baby-5 act as my eyes and see the changes in North Sea with your own eyes.”

“I understand, Lord Yann.” Under Yann’s command, Luo stopped hesitating and nodded in agreement.

“Then you should first arrange the specific details of the research institute's relocation, and then head towards the Mara Islands with Baby-5,” Yann said.

Immediately afterwards, Yann's consciousness left baby-5's mental space and returned to his physical body.

Meanwhile, in a small boat drifting on the sea near Wano Country, Yann appeared to be merely momentarily distracted during a fishing trip.

Yann raised the fishing rod, watching as the bait on the hook had been completely eaten while he was distracted. He changed the bait as he spoke.

"It's over. Luo and Baby-5 have taken care of Snag and Cracker."

Upon hearing this, Dorrag couldn't help but show a hint of surprise and asked in return.

"So fast?"

After all, Charlotte Snack and Charlotte Cracker, as one of the "Sweet Commanders" of the "Big Mom Pirates," are renowned fighters even in the entire New World.

But how long has it been? It's already been resolved?

Yann cast his fishing rod back into the sea and then explained simply.

"Law and Baby-5's power system is actually quite different from ours. Although Law and Baby-5 are not actually good at direct combat, they are extremely dangerous until we figure out their information, especially Law. Even you might be at risk of being killed?"

Dorrag's lips twitched slightly as he spoke.

"Yarn, you and Corazon really did adopt some extraordinary monsters back then. They looked quite ordinary at the time. How did you and Corazon see their potential?"

"No, Dragon, you still don't understand at all..."

Yann glanced at Dragon and laughed.

"Purely in terms of combat potential, Law and Baby-5 are no match for the real monsters in the sea. Their true power is, in a sense, science!"

After a pause, Yann stroked his chin and said.

"On this point, Vegapunk, the scientist from the World Government who is hailed as surpassing human wisdom by 500 years, is truly a force to be reckoned with. Whether it's Judge's words or Caesar's, Vegapunk's scientific research capabilities are monstrous."

"It's a pity that Vegapunk is heavily protected by the World Government. Currently, only Sengoku and Borsalino, who is in charge of protecting the scientific research unit, can get in touch with him in the Navy."

"Um……"

Dragon paused for a moment, recalling the changes that the Revolutionary Army and the several research institutes belonging to Yann had brought to the Revolutionary Army, and understanding that the power called "science" was quite terrifying, before offering his suggestion.

"Actually, Kuma was recently contacted privately by the CP0 organization. If Kuma is willing to participate in a 'Pacifista Project' led by Vegapunk within the scientific research force, then the Kingdom of Sorbet can be exempted from 'Heavenly Gold' for thirty years..."

After a pause, Dragon looked at Yone and said, "If you want to make contact with Vegapunk, then this might be a pretty good opportunity."

Yann hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and said.

"Perhaps the path of revolution cannot avoid sacrifice, but the risks of this plan are too great. If Bear participates in the so-called 'pacifist plan,' he may undergo mechanization like Franky, thus creating the 'pacifist' based on Bear."

"What?!" Dragon was slightly taken aback, clearly not quite understanding.

“Dorag, advancing scientific projects is often a process of trial and error, and the creation of the ‘pacifists’ is no exception.”

Yaen began to explain.

“Unlike Law and Baby-5, who can constantly eliminate errors through their own abilities, even if Vegapunk has strong scientific research capabilities, it is impossible for him to complete the 'Pacifista Project' without making any mistakes. Therefore, the best way is to directly mechanically modify the human body and then use this as a basis to complete the blueprints that can be mass-produced.”

After a pause, Yann spoke frankly.

"In my opinion, it is not worth sacrificing Kuma's life for a chance to meet Vegapunk and for the Sorbet Kingdom to be exempt from 'Heavenly Gold' for thirty years. If the new era we are hoping for can really come, then I hope that a pure man like Kuma will be one of the witnesses."

Dragon nodded and replied, "In that case, I will respond to Xiong's desire to contribute more to the Revolutionary Army in the name of the Chief of the General Staff."

Immediately, Yern couldn't help but roll his eyes at Dragon and said, "How many things do you usually blame on me for, you bastard?"

Dragon replied dismissively, "Likewise..."

"Tsk..."

Feeling somewhat guilty, Yaen didn't press the matter further. Instead, he glanced at the sky and said, "It's about time. We'll see each other on the battlefield tomorrow."

Dorag's tattoos furrowed, revealing a somewhat lewd smile. "Don't worry, I'll try my best to be gentle with you."

"Don't worry, I'll be very rough."

Yann gave Dragon a sharp rebuke without any hesitation, then gestured for Kim to start pulling the small boat back towards the Navy G-9 branch port.

Meanwhile, Dragon quietly transformed into its elemental form, turning into a gust of wind and disappearing onto the sea.

……

The following day, the naval patrol force that Yan had arranged in the Kuri area promptly detected the revolutionary army's surprise attack, and the battle resumed.

Just as the naval patrol forces were suffering repeated defeats, Yann, who had heard the news, not only promptly notified the Navy Headquarters and the World Government, but also rushed to the battlefield despite not being fully recovered.

"boom!!!"

Dragon and Yann clashed again, and the two strongest warriors in the ocean once again displayed their terrifying power.

Even though the Navy Headquarters left a considerable number of elite Marines in the G-9 branch, with the only top-tier combatants, Arn and Dragon, holding each other back, the G-9 branch's defenses in the Kuri region suffered repeated defeats in the face of the Revolutionary Army's attacks.