Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

The one-eyed man unconsciously swallowed and quickly replied, "Mmm, mmm."

Arn smiled helplessly and stopped trying to persuade the one-eyed man. Instead, he turned his attention back to the fishing float and spoke as if chatting with a friend.

"To be honest, at times I really yearn for the free and romantic life of pirates, unlike being a Marine, where every voyage is either for a purpose or a mission..."

Gradually, under Arn's gentle voice, the one-eyed man's emotions relaxed, and under Arn's guidance, he unconsciously began to talk about his past experiences.

"...That adventure was truly amazing. Even now, I still remember it vividly. It's just a pity that the treasure sank into the sea along with the island."

As the one-eyed man recounted his fascinating past experiences, Arn seemed to empathize and cheered him on, then raised his glass to the one-eyed man.

"Haha, that's really funny. Here, too bad I can't drink alcohol while on official business, so I can only have juice."

"It's alright, let's get together again next time. I'll treat you to a good drink then..."

At this point, the one-eyed man paused, his gaze falling on the last remaining plank of his pirate ship floating on the sea.

Suddenly, the one-eyed man understood something completely.

'The adventure... is over, and I've been arrested...'

"Ugh……"

The one-eyed man let out a long sigh, his face filled with desolation.

"I'm sorry, Captain, this is our position," Yann said, his voice tinged with a hint of helplessness.

Then, the one-eyed man said with a hint of relief in his eyes, "Lieutenant General Yann, I don't blame you. I was prepared for this the day I set sail on my adventure."

"Ugh……"

Yaen sighed and said, "If this sea didn't have the opposing stance between the Navy and the pirates, perhaps we could have become good friends."

Upon hearing this, the one-eyed man's eyes almost instinctively welled up with tears.

As a defeated person, as a prisoner, I was actually regarded as a friend by Lieutenant General Yann.

Unexpectedly, the most exciting adventure and experience of my life would be after I was arrested.

And Yann unconsciously turned the cup in his hand, as if speaking casually.

"Captain, I know that your original intention in setting sail was not to burn, kill, and plunder. What if we set up an organization in the name of the World Government or the Navy, um... adventurers?"

As if on a whim, Yan asked the one-eyed man.

"With this name as a brand new, legitimate profession, distinguishing those adventurous and free-spirited men of the sea from the villainous pirates who burn, kill, and plunder, Captain, would you consider joining?"

The one-eyed man considered for a moment, then asked, "Then how is this different from being a bounty hunter?"

"Of course they're different..."

"Ian said with a smile."

"I think this ocean is too vast, with countless unnamed islands possessing unique resources, and countless novelties yet to be discovered. There are simply too many places to develop here, habitable land, rare wild animals, exotic plants..."

"Adventurers can obtain sailing funds from the authorities by sharing information from all aspects during their free and legal adventures."

"By the way, if you like something a bit more exciting, you can also take on missions like hunting sea kings, searching for special items, or escorting fleets..."

Chapter 661 I Like Your Unruly Spirit Even More

[Chapter 661. It's Impossible to Allow This to Happen]

This conversation continued until the stars began to appear. Only then did Yann reluctantly bid farewell to the one-eyed man, letting him return to his cabin to stay with his companions, so that his companions would not worry too much about the one-eyed man's safety.

As the one-eyed man disappeared off the deck, led by two navy men, Rear Admiral Hope asked, somewhat uncertainly.

"Lord Yann, should we make some special arrangements for this pirate?"

"Hmm? What special arrangements?" Yan asked.

"It's just... um..."

Major General Hope smacked his lips and said, "Give me some special treatment..."

Yarrow glanced at Major General Hope, then pointed to the word "Justice" prominently displayed on the sail atop the warship, the meaning of which was self-evident.

Major General Hope suddenly realized his mistake and quickly replied, "I apologize, Lord Arne, I said something foolish."

Yann then sighed softly, and while putting away his fishing rod, he spoke.

"I drink and converse with him because I consider him an equal, but at the same time, he is also a pirate, and a pirate who has committed numerous atrocities on the sea. What right does he have to receive special treatment from the Navy?"

Upon hearing this, Major General Hope was filled with respect and responded.

"Yes."

Then, with a touch of regret, Yann said, "Treat him equally. Send him to Enies Lobby for trial. Hopefully, he can reform himself and become a new person soon."

Of course, Yann was well aware that without the intervention of powerful figures, the common fate of pirates would be either being sent to Impel Down for permanent imprisonment or being executed on the spot.

So... we can only hope that the captain can turn over a new leaf soon.

As for using his power to rescue the one-eyed man, Yann had no such intention.

From a purely rational perspective, that one-eyed man was nothing more than a piece of ocean debris, with no real value whatsoever.

From a slightly more sentimental perspective, even if the one-eyed man wasn't a truly heinous pirate, he still had a history of harming civilians.

Death was the inevitable fate for him as a pirate.

Presumably, the one-eyed man had already realized this, which is why he didn't ask Arn for his life at the end of the conversation.

However, Ayn will ultimately be grateful to the one-eyed man, and thanks to the one-eyed man, Ayn has gained some basic understanding of his initial ideas.

In the one-eyed man's view, even if the World Government really established such an adventurer organization, he would most likely not join it.

It's not just because that wouldn't seem like true "freedom," but more importantly, the one-eyed man lacks the most basic trust in the world government.

The one-eyed man who had once passed through the Sabaody Archipelago was well aware of the darkness and hypocrisy of the World Government.

Or rather, those pirates who actually manage to reach the "New World" waters, the latter half of the Grand Line, are aware of the darkness and filth hidden within the World Government.

However, most pirates simply don't care about that.

After all, they weren't exactly saints either, so naturally they wouldn't do anything unnecessary or pointless.

However, if we set aside the World Government's influence, the one-eyed man admitted that, based on his original intentions when he set sail, he might actually join the "Adventurers' Guild" envisioned by Yann.

However, the one-eyed man couldn't resist mocking him at the end, and subtly reminded Arn that such a daydream was impossible to achieve.

"How could the World Government possibly allow an 'Adventurers' Guild' to exist? That would create an organization far more outrageous than the 'Four Emperors' level pirate crews, even larger than the Navy. Even with your current high status, it's impossible for that to happen. Don't be naive..."

Recalling the words that the one-eyed man had said, whether intentionally or unintentionally, Ahn couldn't help but smile and think to himself.

"Yes, my friend, the world government wouldn't allow the existence of a so-called 'Adventurers' Guild' these days. But who knows, you might see one in your next life? Then we can have a real drink together..."

Immediately, Yann pushed up his glasses, turned around and headed back to his cabin to rest and sort out the thoughts in his mind.

'And... I need to have the chance to personally communicate with different pirate crews, different personalities, and different genders...'

Thinking it over, Yann couldn't help but laugh at himself with a touch of helplessness.

"Tsk, I seem to be becoming a bit of a workaholic. I was planning to take a good rest for a while..."

……

However, what A'en, who was already fast asleep and whose mind was in the consciousness space continuing his habitual training, was unaware that the area where the naval warship was now located was very close to the territory of the "Whitebeard Pirates".

Meanwhile, a meeting of the executives was being held aboard the Whitebeard Pirates' flagship, the Moby Dick.

The incredibly burly "Diamond" Joz crossed his arms and spoke with obvious dissatisfaction.

"What exactly does that Vice Admiral Yan mean? After leaving Wano Country, he came straight to our territory and then started circling around it."

"Flore" Vista, dressed like a gentleman but deliberately exposing his muscular chest, guessed.

"In my opinion, that arrogant guy might be planning to provoke our 'Whitebeard Pirates'."

“Then it might be necessary to teach that guy a good lesson, to make him understand that even if he defeats that brat Shanks, it doesn’t mean he can stand up to us.” “Diamond” Jozu agreed.

Immediately, as the two high-ranking officials spoke, many of the officials present were stirred up and quickly agreed to start the war, and the scene became heated and chaotic.

"Alright, alright!"

Just then, Marco slammed his hand on the table, stopping the other cadres from jeering. His usually deadpan expression now looked unusually unquestionable as he spoke.

"Dad hasn't even said anything yet. What are you bastards doing making a fuss? Going to war with the Navy is not a simple matter, and that man is not as easy as you think."

"If we really intend to fight that man, without preparing twenty pirate ships and having Dad personally take action, there is no way we can win."

"Besides, that naval warship didn't actually enter our territory; it was just circling around."

For a moment, the other cadres were speechless, and then subconsciously turned their gazes to the white-bearded man at the head of the table.

Chapter 662 It is impossible to allow this to happen

[Chapter 662. Portgas D. Ace]

However, the white-bearded man sitting at the head of the table, one hand supporting his cheek and his head slightly tilted, seemed to be completely unaware of the matters being debated at the meeting of the officers. Instead, he was looking at the latest stack of bounty posters in his hand.

"Dad... what's wrong?"

"Hiss, is there any important information or important person on the bounty poster?"

"Marco, what's wrong with Dad?"

Finally, while the officers were discussing quietly, they turned to Marco, who knew Whitebeard well, and asked him a question.

In response, Marco couldn't help but roll his dead fish eyes.

Even though Marco followed Whitebeard for decades and witnessed and experienced the changes of the Great Sea Era, he was not a mind reader of Whitebeard. How could he possibly guess what Whitebeard was looking at?

However, seeing the unintentional nostalgia in Whitebeard's eyes, Marco couldn't help but feel a little curious.

Immediately, Marco walked to Whitebeard's side, coughed lightly, and gave him a reminder.

"Ahem, Dad."

At the same time, Marco also saw clearly the wanted poster that Whitebeard was holding, which belonged to an unusually young and unfamiliar kid.

'However, that smile…'

Marco's pupils contracted slightly as he thought of another man, another man who had once been incredibly free and radiant in this sea.

However, before Marco could even react...

"Boom!"