"Then there's that black wolf Mink. Honestly, I find it truly unbelievable that such a warrior race could produce a Scientist."
Moria said this time with genuine surprise in his tone.
"A Scientist? What nonsense are you spouting?"
Sengoku instantly sharpened his focus and asked with a serious expression.
Scientists are extremely valued by the Navy and even the World Government, who deeply understand the advantages technology brings.
Their importance far exceeds that of the Great Swordsman Sengoku had previously mentioned.
The World Government's high regard for Scientists is evident in how they imprisoned Vegapunk, forced him to eat the Brain-Brain Fruit, and placed restrictions and surveillance on other Scientists.
Now, the Navy has discovered a threat in the form of a Scientist: Shiro.
The problem is, this person not only possesses technology that is incredibly powerful and coveted by them, but she also has exceptionally strong fighting ability.
At least none of the current Three Admirals of the Navy are her match.
Moreover, she is a member of the Pink Hat Pirates, the third-in-command.
They know that neither the Navy nor the World Government dares to act rashly right now, because the personal strength and crew strength of Rocks' Granddaughter are truly formidable, and they only dare to resort to petty, underhanded tactics.
Therefore, regarding Shiro, though they are gnashing their teeth in desire, they can only sigh in frustration, like seeing a ready-made mountain of gold standing right in front of them, yet only being able to stare longingly without being able to touch it.
However, upon hearing that the opposing side actually had another Scientist, who was also quite powerful, Sengoku was truly about to lose his mind this time.
He was even wondering whether the new plan he had prepared should be implemented.
At the very least, he was now considering whether the Pink Hat Pirates, or rather Rocks, would interfere if he carried out this plan.
But he had to find out now—at least he needed to know if that wolf Mink was truly a Scientist, what level his research was at, and exactly how strong he was.
But if he knew that Core Wolf and the others were about to meet Rocks and his crew at the Sabaody Archipelago, who knows what he would think.
And when that time comes... haha, it will truly be lively.
"His strength seems to come from a wearable item he developed called a 'Chip.' As long as you wear it, you can gain different abilities, including... that's what I saw.
But overall, this guy's strength cannot be underestimated.
However, I feel like he is already very old."
Moria immediately recounted everything he knew.
After listening, Sengoku fell silent once again.
However, hearing that the item seemed only usable by the user, he temporarily breathed a sigh of relief.
Still, he could tell that the opponent's strength was likely on par with some powerful Yonko-level combatants.
This only made him tense up again.
Moreover, he would never underestimate any powerful figure who was as old as he was, because old age might mean a decline in strength, but it also meant seasoned experience.
"What about that last female Fish-Man?"
Sengoku immediately asked again, though honestly, he truly wanted to cry right now; he already felt the urge to resign.
"I'm not sure about that, but I feel like she ate a Devil Fruit, and it's a Devil Fruit that isn't afraid of seawater.
But undoubtedly, she has the ability to control water, and she can even turn into water."
"What did you say? Control and turn into water?"
Hearing this, Sengoku was instantly astonished.
What kind of situation was this?
Even if she was a Fish-Man, as long as you are a Devil Fruit User, you should be rendered powerless when encountering seawater.
Although Fish-Men have gills and can breathe underwater, they definitely won't drown.
Could it really be a special Devil Fruit?
A water-related Devil Fruit, a Logia Type that has never appeared before, or some kind of Mythical Zoan?
But without a doubt, such an enemy is also very troublesome, especially for Devil Fruit Users.
"Hehe, Sengoku, I wouldn't know about that.
Anyway, you guys are the ones with the headache.
I have no intention of provoking them.
I've decided to act more carefully and cautiously from now on.
Since nothing much is happening right now, let's end it here.
Also, don't forget to send him over.
I'm going to sleep now, unlike you, who doesn't even have time to rest."
Moria said with a face full of mockery.
"Get lost!"
Sengoku could no longer restrain himself and roared angrily.
This roar was like thunder, echoing throughout the entire Marineford, instantly causing everyone to panic.
What was going on?
Why was the Fleet Admiral angry again?
Even some high-ranking officials and powerful figures couldn't help but look at each other, utterly bewildered.
Moria hung up the transponder snail on his end.
Meanwhile, Sengoku's anger had not yet subsided, but mostly he was filled with worry.
Rocks and his crew were truly too troublesome and too powerful.
Especially Luna, how many hidden cards did this Young Lady still have?
Why was she so difficult to deal with?
She was just a Young Lady not yet twenty years old, yet she was even more shrewd than him, an old fox.
All he could do now was hope that the other fellows would step up their game.
"Tokikake, yes, that's right.
Send a decent small ship over to Moria."
Time flew by quickly.
Not long after, in order to keep his word.
Sengoku called the transponder snail again, telling Tokikake to handle the matter.
Seeing that there was nothing pressing for the moment, Sengoku picked up a cup of tea, took a small sip, and his mood eased slightly.
"Knock, knock, knock."
"Come in."
Hearing the knock, Sengoku knew who the visitor was after a brief thought.
His eyes narrowed, and he spoke with a determined expression.
Following that, the ones who walked straight in were Blackbeard and the Demon Sheriff Laffitte, who had previously visited Marineford.
They were wearing Sea Stone restraints and brought in Fire Fist Ace, whose wounds had not yet been tended to.
The world's power of restoration was truly too strong, or perhaps, in the eyes of the world, this battle was inevitable.
Even though Luna had spoken out, and the Whitebeard Pirates had become vigilant, Ace was still captured.
This was due to his reckless actions and impulsiveness.
Of course, Blackbeard's insidious cunning also played a part.
"Zehahaha, we finally meet, Fleet Admiral Sengoku."
Blackbeard laughed heartily.
But he forgot that he had missing teeth, and his laugh was truly hideous; Sengoku almost turned his head away.
"Alright, long story short, I can trade Ace for a position as one of the Warlord of the Sea, right?
After all, he is the Second Division Commander of the Whitebeard Pirates."
Blackbeard immediately got to the point, and Sengoku instantly considered it with a serious expression.
It was indeed possible, especially since the Five Elders were urging him to fill the vacant position immediately.
Therefore, he immediately acknowledged Blackbeard's new identity as one of the Warlord of the Sea.
Blackbeard was immediately overjoyed.
This was great; his plan was coming to fruition.
However, he still had to mention that one thing.
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