Chapter 300: The Three Factions
Holy Land Mary Geoise · Chamber of Authority
Beside the simple yet solemn round table, the Five Elders sat quietly. The air in the room was so heavy it felt almost solid.
The projection screen in the center clearly displayed the execution site on Hachinosu—
The port sealed beneath thick ice, the heavily guarded Marine formation standing solemnly, Hanafuda bound so tightly by Seastone chains that he couldn't move an inch, and the backdrop of the oppressive, fortress-like iceberg and the half-destroyed giant skull.
St. Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro narrowed his eyes slightly, his tone carrying a trace of doubt: "Roy... actually agreed to our restrictions so readily?"
"Kuzan, Enel, Tokikake... they can indeed match Kaido and the Three All-Stars head-on, but to truly achieve victory, they are still lacking a bit."
St. Shepherd Ju Peter's gaze focused. Staring at the two young men in the front row of the broadcast, his brow suddenly furrowed tightly:
"Hm? Those two young men... are they Roy's two younger brothers?"
"Hmph... If something really happens to them, Roy and that old fool Garp will probably make the entire situation spiral out of control."
St. Topman Warcury snorted coldly, speaking in a deep voice: "Kizaru has already been secretly stationed at the scene."
"As long as he doesn't actively intervene in the battle and only performs emergency rescues..."
"We will just turn a blind eye when the time comes."
The other four exchanged glances and nodded almost simultaneously: "Seconded."
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New World · The Red Force
The sea breeze howled. On the deck, the crew of the Red Hair Pirates gathered in a semi-circle around a broadcast Den Den Mushi, their eyes glued to the live feed from Hachinosu.
Benn Beckman had a cigarette clamped in his mouth. Squinting at the screen, he said: "Shanks..."
"If a fight really breaks out, what do you plan to do if Kaido's side ends up at a disadvantage?"
Shanks remained silent for a moment, his fingertips slowly stroking the hilt of Gryphon. A trace of gravity flashed in his eyes:
"Looking at the Marines' current deployment, even if Kaido can't win, he is fully capable of escaping."
"However," his voice paused slightly, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, "Roy's move is too insidious."
"For him to dare broadcast the execution of Kaido's brother to the entire world, he must have a backup plan."
Beckman exhaled a puff of smoke, adding calmly: "So, we need to hold something back?"
Shanks nodded, his tone decisive: "Pass down the order: approach the waters of Hachinosu at full speed."
"Do not show our faces. We will observe secretly first."
However, no one noticed—
In the azure sky above, a seemingly ordinary seagull was gliding leisurely over the Red Force.
In its pitch-black avian eyes, a bizarre red light suddenly flashed.
The next moment, this image traveled along a hidden intelligence network, passing through storms and dark currents, transmitting to the deepest, darkest place in the New World...
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World Economy News Paper Headquarters · President's Office
The morning sunlight spilled through the towering floor-to-ceiling windows. The gilded window frames cast straight shadows across the floor, highlighting the luxurious yet austere office.
Morgans—this Emperor of the Underworld who summoned wind and rain with his news—currently looked like a young apprentice who had made a mistake, standing obediently beside the office desk.
The feathers on his back were soaked with cold sweat. His wings were glued tightly to his body, and he even deliberately suppressed his breathing.
In the office chair, a man leaned back half-slouched. A Justice coat was draped loosely over his shoulders, his legs propped casually on the desk. His eyes were half-closed, as if he were resting.
But that invisible oppressive pressure sat there like a giant beast, making the air in the entire office feel heavy and stifling.
Morgans's heart was pounding with dread: "Damn it... how exactly did he get in? Even the elite guards I stationed didn't notice a thing..."
BZZZ—
A Den Den Mushi on the desk suddenly vibrated.
Morgans looked down almost reflexively. A sycophantic smile instantly plastered itself across his face, his voice carrying a flattering quiver:
"Vice Admiral Roy! The whereabouts of the Red Hair Pirates you requested... have been found!"
Roy slowly opened his eyes, a half-smile in his gaze: "As expected of the News King. Very efficient~"
Morgans hurriedly pulled out an intelligence map marked with coordinates from his coat. Handing it over with both hands, he spoke respectfully and rapidly:
"It is my honor to be of service to you... I have already dispatched seagulls to track them the entire way. Every move they make will be transmitted to you immediately."
Roy took the intelligence report, scanned it briefly, and nodded slightly: "Well done."
"I'll give you an extra ten percent of the broadcast profits when the time comes."
A look of joy instantly flashed across Morgans's eyes: "Thank yo—"
But before he could finish his sentence, Roy's tone suddenly dropped. His gaze swept over him like a sharp blade: "However... cut out the little tricks lately."
In that instant, Morgans felt as if his heart had been gripped tightly. He nodded frantically like a chicken pecking at rice: "Yes! Yes! Please rest assured!!!"
Roy slowly stood up, his Justice coat fluttering slightly. Without a sound, his figure dissipated into the air like smoke blown away by the wind, leaving behind only the lingering oppressive pressure and a faint chill.
"Phew—"
Morgans's legs finally gave out. He collapsed directly onto the floor, panting heavily, his feathers completely soaked in cold sweat.
"Finding my location instantly, entering without even opening the door... Vice Admiral Roy is truly as terrifying as the rumors say..."
He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. Just as he caught his breath, a thought flashed through his mind, and a fanatical light gradually surfaced in his eyes:
"Wait a minute... Roy wanted intelligence on the Red Hair Pirates?"
"Could it be—he's planning to make a move on Red Hair?!!"
Morgans jumped up abruptly, so excited he was flapping his wings and spinning in circles around the office, laughing incoherently:
"BIG NEWS! THIS IS BIG NEWS!!!"
"The Marines' Strongest Vice Admiral VS Yonko Red Hair! A Fated Showdown?!!"
"Someone get in here! Prepare the front page immediately! I'm going to make the eyes of the entire world focus right here!!!"
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Totto Land · Whole Cake Island
A thick, sweet aroma permeated the magnificent Totto Land castle. Upon the throne, the massive figure of Charlotte Linlin stood like a mountain.
In her giant palm, she was pinching a small Den Den Mushi, having fallen into a rare silence.
Below her, Perospero and Katakuri stood quietly. The air was so oppressive that even the sound of their breathing seemed exceptionally loud.
"Mama... is actually spacing out?"
"That Den Den Mushi... who exactly called her?"
The two exchanged a glance, unease sprouting in both their hearts.
Linlin's temper was usually explosive. This abnormal silence actually made them even more nervous.
Time ticked by minute by minute. Finally—
"Mamamama~!!!"
Linlin suddenly threw her head back and laughed loudly. Her laughter was like thunder, making the sugar sculptures on the walls tremble slightly.
"That bastard Kaido... I really didn't expect him to actually take the initiative to contact me!!!"
Excited light shone in her eyes. She turned to look at Perospero: "Perospero! Take a unit and head to Onigashima immediately!"
"Contact Queen! You will garrison Onigashima!"
Hearing this, Perospero couldn't help but suck in a breath of cold air: "Ga-garrison Onigashima?!!"
Linlin merely gave him a faint glance with those bloodshot eyes.
In that instant, it felt as if an invisible giant hammer had smashed heavily into Perospero's chest, instantly soaking his spine in cold sweat.
"I will set off right away!"
He hurriedly bowed, turned, and walked away briskly, his candy cane tapping out a rapid, chaotic rhythm on the floor.
Katakuri remained silent for a moment before slowly stepping forward. He asked in a low voice: "Mama, are you planning... to go to Hachinosu in person?"
"The Marines' objective this time is very strong. If there really is an ambush..."
"Mamamama~!!"
Linlin's laughter interrupted him, her tone carrying undisguised arrogance and excitement:
"With such a good show, how could I be absent?!"
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