One Piece: Rayquaza of the Beasts Pirates

The Beasts Pirates' next big move could not possibly escape the eyes of the World Government.

If the situation changes, it's hard to guarantee that the Five Elders won't take precautions and transfer Vegapunk to some unknown secret facility.

At that time, Kane's intelligence advantage regarding Vegapunk's location will vanish instantly.

He dared not gamble on whether the World Government would still follow the storyline and place Vegapunk's laboratory on the New World's "Egghead Island".

We must strike first!

Now that he has enough confidence, it's time for him to confront the world government.

After everyone left, Kane took out a specially made anti-eavesdropping Den Den Mushi and dialed a number.

“Brubrubru… Brubrubru…”

After a short wait, the call was answered.

A seductive, alluring voice, tinged with a hint of melancholy, rang out.

"Lord Kane~ What brings you to finally remember me today?"

Didn't I just contact you last month?

Kane rolled his eyes in exasperation, then his tone turned serious: "Enough with the small talk. The time is ripe; it's time to fulfill our agreement."

"What?! Really?!"

On the other end of the phone, Stussy was so shocked that she lost her voice, and even her charming voice changed instantly.

She immediately suppressed all her teasing thoughts, her tone becoming extremely serious as she repeatedly confirmed with Kane.

After receiving Kane's unequivocal affirmative answer, Stussy did not hesitate for a moment.

"I understand."

Her voice was calm and capable, even carrying a do-or-die determination: "I will use special channels to contact the doctor and confirm his current situation and location."

There is only one chance to raid Punk Hazard and rescue Vegapunk.

Kane must make sure his shot lands.

Otherwise, there will be endless troubles.

He had no doubt about the world government's determination to use underhanded tactics.

Chapter 194 Naval Response

At the same time, at the headquarters of World Economic News Agency.

After obtaining Kane's exclusive authorization, Morgans was like a man possessed, and he put his vast media empire into full operation!

In the branch printing plants scattered around the world, all the machines were running at unprecedented power, the rollers roared, ink splattered, and paper carrying earth-shattering news was being spit out.

Thousands upon thousands of well-trained newsbirds were dispatched, like an overwhelming white wave, carrying newspapers still smelling of fresh ink, flying to every corner of the world.

Morgans issued a direct order: this news, which could reshape the course of the ocean, must resound throughout every sea area within 24 hours!

In less than half a day.

When that copy of the *World Economic News*, still warm from printing, was delivered by newsbirds to the desks of towns, villages, merchant ships, and even various powerful entities—

The entire ocean trembled!

The front page of the newspaper had no extra pictures or decorations, only a shocking, bold, and enlarged headline.

The strongest pirate crew in history is born!

Marine Headquarters, Marineford.

This fortress of justice still maintains a facade of order and activity, with officers and soldiers dressed in "justice" coats moving about in the corridors and squares.

At that moment, a nearly broken cry of surprise pierced the usual clamor like a sharp blade.

"Kaido has been defeated! Kane is the new captain of the Beasts Pirates!!"

"what?!"

Pedestrians instinctively stopped, their shocked gazes all turning to their colleague, who was waving a newspaper and whose face was flushed.

People immediately gathered around.

When their eyes fell upon the striking image on the front page of the newspaper—the once invincible "Kaido of the Beasts," covered in wounds and unconscious, held in Kane's claws—

"Huh?!?!"

Incredulous gasps rose and fell.

The atmosphere in the marshal's office was so heavy it was almost palpable.

Led by Fleet Admiral Sengoku, several high-ranking naval officers, including Admirals Akainu and Aokiji, were frowning as they looked at the newspaper spread out on the table.

"Too fast..."

A senior vice admiral, his face ashen, pointed a heavy finger at Kane's photo: "How long has it been? Kane has already defeated Kaido head-on!"

The most fatal thing is that after Kaido was defeated, he actually chose to submit and stay under Kane's command.

You should at least have some backbone and leave Wano Country with your loyal followers.

Now, the Beasts Pirates have undergone a terrifying evolution, becoming an overpowered pirate crew with two Yonko-level fighters at their disposal!

Just thinking about it sent chills down the spines of the generals present.

"The sky of the new world is about to change."

Sengoku rested his hands on his chin, fingers interlaced, his gaze sweeping intently over each of his subordinates present: "The situation has deteriorated; we must devise a plan. Gentlemen, what are your thoughts?"

"We absolutely cannot stand idly by and watch the Beasts Pirates continue to expand!"

Akainu spoke first, his voice low and full of gunpowder: "The Navy must take immediate action to intervene in the New World and let them know that this sea is not a place where they can do whatever they want!"

“But, Sakazuki.”

Aokiji leaned back in his chair, his tone as languid as ever, but he cut straight to the point: "The current situation probably doesn't allow us to make large-scale mobilizations."

"While the internal investigation led by Vice Admiral Tsuru was highly effective, it also caused real damage to the Navy."

In the process of removing rotten flesh, the good flesh is inevitably affected.

Internal reviews alone are enough to slow down the Navy's efficiency.

Even more critically, the revolutionary army is taking advantage of the navy's internal reorganization to frequently operate across the seas.

In the past year, they have overthrown quite a few kingdoms and regimes.

"Now that the investigation has gotten off to a good start, we must continue to carry it out."

Akainu stood firm, his resolve unwavering: "If a large-scale operation won't work, then we'll send elite squads into the New World! We must demonstrate the Navy's resolve!"

The reactions of the people in the office to Akainu were not surprising.

Although the hawks led by him suffered heavy losses in this purge due to their ruthless actions and complex membership, Akainu himself has always been one of Vice Admiral Tsuru's staunchest supporters.

He made his position clear at an internal meeting:

"Internal corruption is far more dangerous than external enemies."

It is this consensus that has enabled Lieutenant General He's reforms, with the support of the Marshals and Generals, to withstand pressure and continue to this day.

Zhan Guo rubbed his increasingly throbbing temples, feeling deeply troubled.

Kane's choice of timing was extremely cunning.

Everyone understands that once the Navy completes this radical overhaul, its overall strength and cohesion will undoubtedly reach a new level.

But it was precisely at this darkest and weakest moment before dawn that the Beasts Pirates merged.

"Elite squads should be dispatched, but they cannot take the initiative to attack."

After much deliberation, the Warring States period decided to compromise.

"Kuzan, you will personally take charge of selecting a group of absolute elites to immediately reinforce the G-1 and other major branches in the New World."

"However, remember our primary mission—defense and observation. Without my order, we are absolutely not allowed to provoke the Four Emperors!"

With Aokiji and Kizaru, who is already based in the New World, having two admirals stationed at the front lines, Sengoku could finally breathe a little easier.

At least, if things really do get out of control and reach the worst point, with them around, the Navy's foundation in the New World and the seeds of its future can be preserved a little longer.

Ultimately, the number of troops we can mobilize is still too limited.

Sengoku rubbed his temples and let out a heavy sigh.

What's wrong with this world?

The revolutionary army is stirring up trouble everywhere, while pirates are causing chaos on the other side.

In contrast, the navy's truly capable high-end combat power is severely lacking.

Perhaps it's time to prepare a plan for a large-scale expansion of the military and enhancement of combat capabilities.

However, the thought that this plan would inevitably require asking Mary Geoise for money gave Sengoku a physical headache.

Those Celestial Dragons were notorious for only taking in money and never giving it back; they were extremely greedy.

Every time he tried to secure funding for the navy, it was like a protracted tug-of-war, requiring him to rack his brains and repeatedly explain the pros and cons.

The World Government was quick and efficient in allocating funds to the CP intelligence agency, but when it came to the Navy, they were treated like stepchildren.

However, the sudden rise of the Beasts Pirates gave him an excellent reason—a reason that even the Five Elders could not easily refuse.

The Beasts Pirates are now comparable to the Rocks Pirates.

No, compared to the fragmented Rocks Pirates, the New Beasts are clearly stronger!

But as soon as the thought popped into his head, Sengoku felt even more like cursing.

Blue blue blue...

Just then, the special Den Den Mushi on the Marshal's desk suddenly rang.

The Five Elders?

A thought struck Zhan Guo; he had a vague premonition. He took a deep breath and decisively picked up the microphone.

"Sengoku! Put down everything you're doing and come to Mary Geoise immediately!"