Pirate: It's reasonable for me to simulate a Super Saiyan, right?

However, two people in the audience thought differently.

The two people, a man and a woman, the woman was wearing glasses and had a sword at her waist, while the man was wearing sunglasses and smoking two cigars.

These two people were none other than Smoker and his second-in-command Tashigi, whom the Navy had dispatched to monitor the Pirate Expo.

Upon hearing Aokiji's words, Tashigi looked somewhat dejected and whispered to Smoker, "Rear Admiral Smoker, has Admiral Kuzan really left the Navy?"

Upon hearing this question, Smoker did not answer, but instead took several deep drags on his cigar with a gloomy gaze.

He and Aokiji had a good relationship, but now he found that he couldn't quite understand his old friend anymore.

We all joined the Navy for the sake of justice, but why are we drifting further and further apart now?

However, Smoker felt somewhat relieved when he thought about the World Government's approach.

As a high-ranking officer in the Navy, Aokiji clearly understood the true nature of the World Government better than he did.

Perhaps failing to become a Fleet Admiral this time was the last straw that broke the camel's back, causing Aokiji to consider leaving.

Thinking about this, Smoker fell silent.

As time went on, the competition became increasingly intense.

The several streams converged, forcing the pirates to gather together and fight desperately.

Ultimately, several groups emerged victorious and ventured to the islands further up to compete for the permanent pointer.

These forces include Buggy's group, Aokiji, and the Supernovas such as Kid and Law.

"Major General Smoker, shouldn't we take action now?"

Upon seeing this, Tashigi asked again.

This time, Smoker didn't remain silent, but nodded and said, "Okay, get ready."

Their visit here was certainly not just for one-way surveillance.

If given the chance, they would destroy the permanent pointer to prevent the emergence of a new Pirate King.

But at that moment, Smoker's pupils suddenly contracted, and he looked in a certain direction.

Almost simultaneously, everyone in the venue was also distracted and looked in that direction.

In this direction, a magnificent and enormous pirate ship suddenly appeared.

A pirate flag bearing three scars and a skull fluttered in the wind.

Upon seeing this familiar logo, everyone present gasped.

"Redhead!?"

Yes, the pirate ship that suddenly appeared was none other than the Red-Haired Pirates!

At this moment, the red-haired man, wearing a cloak, stood at the bow of the ship, looking at the lively scene, and smiled.

Are we too late?

Chapter 289 For the Strongest!

boom!!!

As the Red-Haired Pirates arrived, the entire area fell silent for a moment, before erupting into an even more astonishing commotion.

"Redheads!!!"

"The Red-Haired Pirates, they're here too!?"

"This year's One Piece Expo is really exciting!"

"This is going to be interesting!"

"Looks like they've come for the permanent pointer of Laugh Tale too!"

The crowd discussed it and marveled.

Smoker and Tashigi, who were mixed in with the crowd, looked extremely grim.

With Aokiji, Hawkeye, and others present, they would have had difficulty making any moves.

Now that the Red-Haired Pirates are also involved, they've probably become nothing more than bystanders.

With the Four Emperors involved, how could they possibly destroy the Eternal Recursion?!

At that moment, the redhead stood at the bow of the ship and smiled.

Are we too late?

Ben Beckman came to his side, looked around, and said, "It's probably not over yet, let's go over there."

The Red-Haired Pirates' ship headed straight for the entrance to the ocean current.

There were still many pirates along the way, but they all retreated in fear when they saw Shanks' ship.

And so, the Red-Haired Pirates swaggered across the ocean currents toward the final island.

Meanwhile, backstage at the venue, Buena Festa, the organizer of the Pirate Expo, was standing in front of a burly man, recounting the situation at the scene and the arrival of Shanks.

"Shanks? That brat's here too."

Upon hearing Buena Festa's account, the burly man raised an eyebrow, revealing a defiant expression.

It was none other than Douglas Barrett, known as the "Devil's Descendant"!

He was the mastermind behind this pirate expo.

The permanent pointer that records the coordinates of Laugh Tale was provided by him.

Upon hearing the red-haired man's name, Barrett couldn't help but smirk.

Without a doubt, this was an old acquaintance of his.

After all, both of them had once been Roger's crew members.

Speaking of which, Barrett is actually Shanks' senior.

Shanks joined the Roger Pirates after Shanks joined them.

What I never expected was that the little intern from back then has now grown into a Yonko (Emperor of the Sea).

interesting.

Barrett's lips curled up, and he suddenly asked as if he remembered something, "What about Yang Hao? Is there any trace of him?"

Upon hearing this, Buena Festa shook his head.

But then he asked suspiciously, "What, you really want to lure that man here? What if you can't deal with him? There won't be any way to clean up the mess then?"

As a warmonger, Buena Festa naturally wanted the world to be as chaotic as possible, which is why he partnered with Barrett.

But red hair is out of the question.

If even Yang Hao, known as the "Strongest Emperor of the Sea," were to be present, would Barrett really be able to handle it?

Upon hearing this, Barrett's face immediately darkened: "Hmph, if he doesn't come, it won't mean anything even if I defeat everyone!"

Barrett's purpose is actually quite simple.

It's just a matter of assessing the current strength of the pirates.

He wanted to know if, after all these years, a powerful figure had emerged on this vast ocean who could rival Roger at his peak.

If so, that would be best.

In this way, he was able to prove himself and finally surpass Roger.

In short, he came for the ultimate and strongest title!

And now, on this vast ocean, the strongest person is undoubtedly Yang Hao, who has recently risen to prominence.

I heard that guy is only twenty years old!

At this age, Barrett was reminded of himself at that age.

He reached an astonishing level when he was in his teens and twenties.

But at that time, he still couldn't be called the "strongest".

So he was also very curious to know just how strong Yang Hao was, who had achieved what he could not at the same age!

In conclusion, Barrett's ultimate goal is to use the Pirate Expo to gather all the strongest pirates, wipe them out in one fell swoop, and use these strong individuals as stepping stones to solidify his status as the strongest!

As a result, even with the world's greatest swordsman like Hawkeye and a former Marine Admiral like Aokiji, Barrett was not very satisfied with the initial lineup.

Now that Shanks is here, it's barely acceptable.

But the opponent he most wants to face is, of course, the strongest sea emperor, "Ape God" Yang Hao, who is even officially recognized!

It's important to know that Yang Hao's achievements have already surpassed Whitebeard's, second only to Roger, the Pirate King.

wrong.

Or rather, Yang Hao's achievements are already comparable to Roger's.

After all, judging solely from the bounty amount, Yang Hao's bounty is higher than Roger's.

At this point, the only thing that could attract Yang Hao is probably the throne of the Pirate King.

But why didn't Yang Hao appear?

Does that mean he has no interest in the Pirate King's throne?

This is a place that puzzled Barrett.

After thinking for a moment, Barrett made a phone call.

In a corner of the field, a large, humanoid bird suddenly emitted the sound of a Den Den Mushi (snail phone).

This large, humanoid bird is none other than Morgans.

At that moment, Morgans was excitedly taking pictures of the Red-Haired Pirates.

The arrival of the Red-Haired Pirates naturally confirmed big news, making this pirate expo a spectacle that would attract worldwide attention.

His excitement was palpable.

"Hey, Morgans, it's me."