One Piece: Rayquaza of the Beasts Pirates

Whitebeard's massive body leaned slightly forward, his naginata pointing directly at the three Marines. His ferocious aura burst forth as if it were tangible, causing his cloak, which resembled that of a Marine Admiral, to flutter wildly.

Kane's eyes lit up; the situation had taken an unexpected turn.

He originally thought Whitebeard was a powerful ally brought in by Shanks, after all, Roger and Whitebeard were good buddies.

As expected, pirates still side with pirates.

"Oh dear... this is really bad."

Aokiji scratched his fluffy curly hair exaggeratedly, his tone full of helpless distress.

Whitebeard's forceful intervention meant that their original plan to encircle and annihilate the Beasts Pirates had now failed.

"Mr. Sengoku, what's next...?" Aokiji asked in a low voice.

What could the Warring States period do?

The current situation no longer allows them to continue to be tough.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be impossible for three pirate groups to besiege the Navy.

This is a key reason why naval forces have difficulty truly penetrating deep into the heart of the New World.

These lawless pirates fight amongst themselves to the death, but if the Navy, representing the world government's order, tries to intervene, they are very likely to temporarily set aside their disputes and unite against a common enemy.

The navy has very little chance of reaping the benefits, so most of the time it can only play the role of a restrained observer.

Today, it seems, will be no exception.

"retreat!"

The word "Warring States" was practically squeezed out from between his teeth.

Fortunately, the minimum objective for this expedition has been achieved.

The war between the Beasts Pirates and the Red-Haired Pirates has greatly depleted the manpower of both sides, with countless elite pirates perishing in the conflict.

Moreover, after this battle, the two powerful pirate crews have become mortal enemies, and the possibility of repairing their relationship or even joining forces in the future is almost zero.

This is by no means a bad thing for the Navy and the World Government.

This trip can only be described as not making a profit, but it can never be described as a loss.

With Sengoku's departure, Chagos Island became a battlefield for pirates.

Immediately afterward, Whitebeard said to Kaido without room for argument, "That's enough. If you want to continue fighting, I'm ready to fight to the bitter end!"

Kaido sneered, "You want to make decisions for me? Who do you think I am!"

He was about to wipe out the Red-Haired Pirates, and then you pop up and think you can stop me with just a few words?!

hiss~

Kane gasped.

Mr. Kai, could you please take a look at the current situation before making such harsh statements?

If it were just the Charlotte family, with some effort and a bit of sacrifice, they might actually have a chance to completely eliminate the Red-Haired Pirates.

Could we add the Whitebeard Pirates?

Even if they immediately allied with the Charlotte family, it would be a waste of effort.

Shanks, who was in the distance, also lost interest in continuing the war and responded to Whitebeard's proposal with silence.

Ben Beckman lost an arm, the Blue Giovanni Pirates were wiped out, and the remaining three affiliated pirate crews suffered heavy losses.

This time, his pirate crew suffered heavy losses and was severely damaged.

“Mr. Kaido, it’s time to end this war.”

At this moment, Kane spoke up at the opportune moment: "There is no need to continue."

"嘁~"

Kaido remained silent for a while before reverting to his human form.

He was a ruthless and ambitious man, not a stubborn and reckless fool.

If the war continues, it's uncertain how many of the surviving officers and subordinates will make it back to Wano Country alive.

With Kaido's retreat, the war officially came to an end.

Chapter 114 The Post-War and the Bounty

With Whitebeard's forceful intervention, Charlotte Linlin, who was originally ambitious, had no choice but to give up and lead her massive family fleet back empty-handed.

Before leaving, Charlotte Linlin made a promise: "Kane, my suggestion is valid for you forever."

On the other side, Hiyori gazed at the tall figure in the distance, her toes twitching slightly, looking as if she wanted to go but dared not.

Kane noticed her hesitation and encouraged her gently, "Go, Hiyori, they must want to see you as you are now."

Encouraged, Hiyori took a deep breath, finally made up her mind, and strode towards the Moby Dick.

Approaching the white-bearded man, she looked up and asked with concern, "Uncle Newgate, how are you feeling?"

"Ok?"

The white-bearded man lowered his head slightly, looking at the pretty face before him that vaguely resembled the features of an old friend: "You, you are Hiyori?"

"It's me, Uncle Newgate!"

Hiyori nodded heavily, her eyes instantly reddening. She couldn't help but step forward and hug the white-bearded man's leg: "It's been such a long time..."

"Gurgle gurgle! The little ones from back then have all grown up."

Whitebeard let out a gratified and hearty laugh, reaching out his large hand to gently stroke Hiyori's hair.

"Hiyori? Is it really you?!"

Marco, hearing the noise, also gathered around in surprise, their faces beaming with delight.

When Kozuki Oden joined the Whitebeard Pirates, he joined with his wife, Kozuki Toki, and Hiyori was born on the ship.

Therefore, it can be said that they watched Hiyori Kozuki be born and grow up little by little.

I never expected to see her here again.

Yeah, why did I see her here?

After the initial surprise, Marco seemed to realize something, and his brow furrowed slightly: "Hiyori, why are you here? Are you working for the Beasts Pirates?"

After Kozuki Oden left the Whitebeard Pirates, they gradually lost contact.

They were unaware that after Kozuki Oden returned to Wano Country, he fought another battle with Kaido and Orochi's crew, and they received no help whatsoever.

When they finally learned of Kozuki Oden's whereabouts, all they received was the devastating news of his defeat and death.

Although the information is unclear, it is inextricably linked to Kaido.

But now?

Hiyori Kozuki raised her head, her face serious: "I am now Kane's partner."

She deliberately emphasized the word "partner".

"Is that so? I hope you won't regret it."

Whitebeard nodded knowingly, glanced at Kane in the distance, then looked away and solemnly promised, "If you encounter trouble in the future, never follow your father's example. We are your family too."

“That’s right!” Marco nodded.

Those who knew Kozuki Oden nodded in agreement.

In the crowd, a man dressed in a gorgeous women's kimono and geisha attire was already in tears.

He choked up, his voice filled with self-reproach: "Princess Hiyori, I am incompetent and failed to return to Wano Country in time to lend my lord a helping hand."

“Uncle Yizang, I have never blamed anyone. It was my father’s own choice.”

Hiyori gently took out a handkerchief and softly wiped away his tears.

Then, as if trying to change the somber atmosphere, she raised the two large, sharp swords at her waist and laughed like a girl showing off her toys to her parents: "Look, I've successfully tamed Enma!"

"And this Futsu-no-Mitama, it's a great sword that Kane helped me get."

"Now, I am also a great swordsman."

……

As the battlefield turned into a massive family reunion scene, Quinn's eyes widened, his jaw nearly dropping to the ground.

"Little Purple, no, Hiyori Kozuki knows Whitebeard?!"

"Didn't you know? Kozuki Oden served in both the Whitebeard Pirates and the Roger Pirates."

Kane shrugged.

His gaze swept casually over the diverse crew members of the Whitebeard Pirates.

Soon, they spotted a middle-aged man in the crowd with a rugged appearance, thick body hair, and a robust, honest build.

Son of Rocks, the future Yonko, Blackbeard, Marshall D. Teach.

Or rather, David D. Teach.

At this moment, he was peacefully staying in the Whitebeard Pirates, playing the role of an honest and simple man, waiting for his destiny to arrive.

He showed no signs of becoming a future tycoon.

Perhaps this is the secret to the David family's successful invisibility over the past eight hundred years.

Never tear off the disguise or reveal your strength until the time is right.

Rocks was the same back then. When he came out of retirement, his debut battle was earth-shattering—he directly killed a Marine Admiral.

pity……

Kane regretfully withdrew his gaze.

Teach, who was grinning foolishly in the crowd, suddenly shivered for no apparent reason.

"What's wrong?" a cheerful-looking man wearing a chef's hat asked with concern. "Do you have a cold?"

"It's alright, Captain Sachi."