The natural system started off strong, but the navy finally reached its peak!

"Hey! Gern! You bastard! You're not kidding, are you?!"

Sengoku grabbed Gern by the collar and lifted him off the sofa!

The two faces were inches apart. Sengoku's usually wise and profound eyes were now wide open, filled with excitement.

He shook Gren violently while almost shouting his questions.

"Gern, you bastard, do you even know what the words 'World Conference' mean?! Huh?!"

"Once this is actually convened by our navy, there will be absolutely no turning back!!!"

"This is going to be a complete and public exposure of myself and the entire navy."

Nailed to the position of 'core of the new world' and 'disruptor of the old order'!

Even the last vestige of the ambiguous buffer zone between them and the World Government must be torn apart!!

Gern was shaken until he was dizzy and disoriented, like a rag doll in the wind. He weakly raised his hand, trying to stop Sengoku's "tyranny," his voice broken and intermittent.

"I know...I know...Sengoku...Grandpa...Could you...please stop shaking for a moment..."

He rolled his eyes and added:

"Otherwise... I... my lunch... I haven't finished digesting it yet... I'm going to... I'm going to throw up..."

"..."

Sengoku paused, looking at Gern, who was practically shaken to death but still managed to lick his lips as if he were being fed lunch.

He instantly released most of his semen, gave a disdainful snort, and let go of her hand.

Gern leaned back and sat back on the sofa, straightening his wrinkled collar.

He then took a deep breath and began to explain his reasons in a calm tone.

"In the Warring States period, I declared the independence of the navy, conquered Wano Country, and intimidated the New World... These were all just military and political victories."

"But to be honest, those kings who were originally members of the World Government are now 'obeying' our navy."

How much of it is genuine, and how much is just a superficial submission due to pressure from the situation?

Zhan Guo remained silent, signaling to continue.

“They all have their own accounts,” Gern scoffed.

"Once our navy shows signs of defeat in future conflicts with the world, or the world government offers a 'price' that is tempting enough..."

They would immediately turn their ships around, grovel back to the World Government's feet, and continue to be their 'honorable constituent states.'

"So..." He paused, his tone turning cold, "These opportunists can't be relied on."

"Those countries and regions that can truly be tied to our navy are those that have never experienced the treatment of 'member states'!"

They are the non-member states, oppressed small countries, and island nations that are exploited, ignored, and even used as sources of slavery by the world government!

Gern sat up straight, his gaze intense: "I intend to take advantage of this current momentum..."

The navy captured two powerful nations, intimidated the New World, and rapidly expanded its territory.

Let's convene this 'World Conference' that belongs to our navy!

"Let these small and weak countries see with their own eyes and experience firsthand that the navy is for real!"

They are a force determined to fight the World Government to the bitter end and capable of establishing a completely new order!

Deep down, these small countries have long yearned to enjoy the benefits of being 'member states'.

Security protection, a stable trade environment, freedom from pirate raids, and the possibility of being arbitrarily captured and enslaved by the Celestial Dragons...

But they were neither qualified nor capable of fighting for it.

"Now, our navy has not only given them all of this, but also given them the same sense of participation and voice in meetings as the kings of the member states!"

Let them feel that they are no longer ants to be slaughtered, but equal members of the new order!

Gern clenched his fist: "Only in this way can we perfectly bind these countries to our naval chariot, both psychologically and in reality!"

Let them understand that their safety, development, and dignity are all inextricably linked to the existence of the Navy!

“At the same time…” Gern looked at Sengoku, signaling him to continue.

Sengoku had calmed down from his initial rage, his brow furrowed, and he thoughtfully took over the conversation.

"At the same time... this will also undermine the 'sense of superiority' that those former member states have always been so proud of."

That sense of superiority—the feeling that only they can enjoy the 'protection' and privileges of the world government—will slowly disappear.

"Because under the same conditions of welfare and nominal (participation qualifications), all the original non-member states..."

They will subconsciously come to believe that they are now a 'representative state'.

It's a 'member state' of this new naval system!

"But it was the Navy, not the World Government, that granted them this 'identity' and 'benefits' from the very beginning."

A glint flashed in Zhan Guo's eyes, and he quickened his pace:

"Therefore, in order to maintain this hard-won 'equal' status and security guarantee, these newly won-in countries will definitely stand firmly on the side of the navy!"

"On the other hand, those former member states' advantages were given to them by the world government."

The Navy is now giving everyone the same thing, and maybe even better.

Even if some of them still waver due to old feelings or interests, or even want to betray the Navy and return to the World Government's embrace..."

Sengoku sneered: "But those non-member states that have already been 'elevated' by the navy will never follow!"

Because all the world government ever gave them was oppression!

The navy not only provided them with security, but also dignity and a sense of participation!

"In particular, the World Government's greatest 'benefit' in the past, the security guarantee, is now something the Navy can decide for itself and is genuinely providing to everyone!"

“A decisive move… a brilliant one.” Tesoro, who had been listening silently, finally murmured this.

“Using a small country to surround a large one,” Tesoro murmured, his tone filled with amazement and a hint of realization.

Guern's move was not merely military expansion, but a profound political and psychological revolution.

The aim is to fundamentally undermine the legitimacy and popular support of world government rule.

“That’s right!” Gern chuckled, nodding at the two of them, his tone carrying a hint of respect for and application of the wisdom of their ancestors.

"Great wisdom."

Gern stood up, walked to the huge world map, and traced his finger across the vast areas now controlled or influenced by the Navy.

"Then, I'll leave the specifics to you two."

"An invitation is extended to all countries and regions that are willing to recognize the new naval order and seek naval protection."

"What I, Gern, am convening is not the twilight of the old era..."

"It is not a ceremony to lay the foundation for a new era!"

Chapter 633 The 'Deal' That Attracted Blackbeard

Meanwhile, on Pirate Island, the territory of the Blackbeard Pirates.

Despite Blackbeard and Shamrock disliking each other...

One viewed the other as a contemptible pirate, the other as an arrogant "nobleman."

However, both sides are aware that the forces they represent and the meeting at this moment have clear objectives.

Temporary discord does not preclude the possibility of exchanging benefits and cooperating.

Blackbeard waved his hand, dismissing all the officers present, including Kuzan, Samuel, Shiryu, and others, with an unquestionable tone.

Van Oka stood guard at the door, like a statue.

Soon, only Blackbeard and Shamrock remained in the hall.

Shamrock didn't even bother to sit down.

He stood in the center of the hall, his posture upright, his eyes filled with undisguised disgust, as if even taking another breath of the air here made him uncomfortable.

He didn't want to linger in this place, which he perceived as filled with the filth and chaos of pirates, so he cut to the chase with a cold voice.

State your conditions.

"Oh?" Blackbeard sneered, his massive body leaning back in the repaired seat.

His fingers tapped on the armrest; instead of immediately responding to Shamrock's question, he retorted with a sarcastic tone.

"More than my conditions, I want to know..."

"What exactly does the World Government, or rather, those guys hiding on the Red Line, want from me right now?"

He grinned, revealing a toothless smile. "After all, you're all in a bind now, aren't you?"

"The situation at sea has changed dramatically. Both emperors have fallen, Shanks has been defeated, the leader of the Revolutionary Army has been defeated, and the naval independence movement is gaining momentum..."

You desperately need to place a significant 'piece' on the board to disrupt the game, or... do some dirty work for you, right?

Shamrock's expression remained unchanged in the face of Blackbeard's provocation and probing.

He didn't even raise an eyebrow; he simply stated a time in a flat tone.

“Two weeks later.” He looked directly into Blackbeard’s eyes.

"Two weeks from now, the World Government will need you, along with a sufficient force under your command, to appear on Egghead Island, Egerhead."

“Egghead Island? Egherd?” Blackbeard frowned; he knew that place.

That was the location of Vegapunk's research institute, the world government's top scientist, and one of the important sources of naval technology. It was heavily guarded.

"What are you going there for? To steal technology? Or to kidnap Vegapunk? If you need mercenaries, just go to the Cross Guild! Bastards!"

Blackbeard's first reaction was resistance.

To take action against a key naval research base?

This is no ordinary looting; it's a direct attack on the Navy's lifeline, and it happened right when the Navy had just displayed its terrifying strength and was at the height of its power!

He didn't want to become cannon fodder used by the World Government to draw naval fire for no reason.

Or rather, he didn't dare to go to war with the current independent navy, because if they were to set aside their own forces, they could really kill him!

Shamrock's reaction to Blackbeard seemed to have been anticipated.

But instead of explaining the specific task or offering reassurance, they threw out a highly tempting offer.

"Once this matter is resolved, the World Government will recognize your pirate island (Honeycomb Island) and the surrounding waters under your actual control, officially making it a member state of the World Government."

"!!!"

Blackbeard's pupils suddenly contracted!

Member states?! What does this mean?

This means his territory will be transformed from an "illegal pirate's den" into a "legitimate country"!

They could legitimately participate in world conferences (the old system), enjoy trade privileges, diplomatic recognition, and possibly even receive some of the resources and support from the world government!

This was undoubtedly a huge temptation for Blackbeard, who had always longed to establish a "pirate empire" but was constrained by his pirate identity!

But he did not agree immediately.

Becoming a member state would be desirable, but only if one could survive the operation on Egghead Island and not incur a devastating retaliatory attack from the Navy.

This cost needs to be weighed.

Seemingly sensing Blackbeard's hesitation, Shamrock spoke again, his tone calm, as if preparing to unleash an even more astonishing follow-up.

"and……"

"Hmm?" Blackbeard raised an eyebrow and leaned forward slightly.

He wanted to know what else the world government could offer him besides the title of "member state" in exchange for his life.

Just as Blackbeard was intently waiting for the next part...

A cold glint flashed in Shamlock's eyes, and without warning, his right hand drew his sword with lightning speed!

A sharp blade of light, carrying a chilling killing intent, slashed straight at Blackbeard's face!