The moment Edward Teach's words fell.
It was as if a whirlwind suddenly swept through the New Transvestite Paradise.
Faint dark red arcs of electricity danced in the void, an invisible sense of intimidation enveloping the entire area.
Even the few transvestites standing at the very edge of the crowd felt an inexplicable weight of pressure at that moment.
'Haki—Conqueror's Haki!?'
Ivankov, who was closest, was the first to sense this overwhelming presence.
Even the King of Kamabakka, who had weathered many storms, could not help but break into a cold sweat on his forehead.
'Such a terrifying aura! Such grand ambitions!'
Ivankov gaped, surveying Edward Teach with a mix of astonishment and shock.
'Only the son of Whitebeard could possess such a thing!'
From that moment on.
Ivankov no longer harbored any doubts about Edward Teach's identity.
He was undoubtedly "Whitebeard III"! On an emotional level, Ivankov greatly admired the plan that Edward Teach had just proposed.
"To carefully select the strongest subordinates from the most terrifying Infinite Hell"! Such a plan, one that ordinary people wouldn't even dare to imagine, was boldly put forth by Teach!
However, on a rational level, Ivankov was not optimistic about Edward Teach's future.
What kind of place is Infinite Hell? The criminals imprisoned there are almost all monsters deliberately erased from history by the World Government due to their extreme viciousness.
Each prisoner in Infinite Hell could be considered a legendary figure if placed outside! Could Edward Teach really recruit subordinates from Infinite Hell? Ivankov had no answer to that question.
But at that moment, he did not express any negative opinions about Teach's words; he simply asked calmly.
"Teach, what exactly do you need me to do?"
If Edward Teach wanted Ivankov to help with this "recruitment plan for Infinite Hell,"
For instance, to handle the aftermath, to help Edward Teach and his potential future subordinates escape from Impel Down in secret…
Then Ivankov could grit his teeth and agree.
A little-known fact.
The New Transvestite Paradise was connected to various secret passages within Impel Down.
From the first level of Crimson Hell to the fifth level of Extreme Cold Hell.
Each of the first five levels of Impel Down had dedicated secret paths leading to the New Transvestite Paradise.
Even the wardens of Impel Down were unaware of the existence of these hidden passages.
Ivankov had the ability to help a group move freely through the first five levels of Impel Down without anyone noticing.
Edward Teach seemed a bit distracted.
But upon hearing the King of Kamabakka's words, he quickly regained his focus.
"Didn't I just say?
"My goal is Infinite Hell!
"Ivankov, let's go to Infinite Hell together!"
Edward Teach once again extended a "hand of friendship" to the King of Kamabakka.
"We are friends, after all!
"If we can't go through fire and water together, what kind of friends are we? "You will go to hell with me, right?"
Ivankov himself was uncertain whether he would descend into hell after death.
But the invitation from Edward Teach at that moment sounded like a call from hell! In an instant.
Ivankov was drenched in sweat.
He had originally wanted to repay Edward Teach for saving Inazuma.
But how had the situation developed into…
Was he going to stake his life for Edward Teach?!
"I, you, friends, that… ahahaha."
Ivankov wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, chuckling awkwardly as he asked.
"Teach, if you really enter Infinite Hell, how will you recruit those vicious criminals?"
"What will I do? Guhahaha…"
Edward Teach laughed heartily, his booming laughter echoing throughout the cave.
"I will unlock the shackles of all the prisoners in Infinite Hell!
"I will unleash an unprecedented battle royale within Infinite Hell!
"Only those who survive the endless slaughter will qualify to become my subordinates!"
In the future of the normal timeline.
There indeed was a "Teach" who did just that.
But that person was called "Blackbeard Teach."
And at this moment, the words spoken by "Whitebeard Teach."
Selecting subordinates through a breeding method in Infinite Hell.
Was a lie!
Edward Teach—more accurately, Storm.
Everything Storm had previously told Ivankov was the truth.
He wanted to enter Infinite Hell! He wanted to establish the most terrifying pirate crew in history! He wanted to defeat Whitebeard, defeat all competitors, and become the strongest pirate in the world! He also wanted to select the most elite and powerful subordinates from the most evil and terrifying criminals in the world! But.
Who said the most evil and powerful criminals only existed in Infinite Hell?
Look at "Edward Teach," isn't he also lawless and arrogant?
To be fair.
Storm was not Blackbeard.
He had no interest in recruiting the trash from Infinite Hell.
He was even less like the Sun God Nika.
For his own selfish reasons, facilitating the mass escape of villains from Impel Down.
Storm's goal had always been singular—
The Grand Prize Trophy of those legendary powerhouses in Infinite Hell! Storm had actively applied to come to Impel Down.
He came for the Grand Prizes possessed by the countless prisoners held here! He did not come to work for the World Government for a lifetime as a warden!
Now, with the Grand Prize continuously leveling up.
Storm's overall strength had reached five stars! The Clay-Clay Fruit he possessed had even reached the awakened level! Even the four-star Golden Trophy.
Had already lost its allure for Storm now.
In other words.
Impel Down was no longer a "leveling paradise"!
Under these circumstances.
Storm naturally began to consider a plan to leave Impel Down.
Inside Impel Down, the seven layers of hell.
Storm broke through from the first level of Crimson Hell to the fifth and a half level of the New Transvestite Paradise.
Only the prisoners in Infinite Hell remained who had not yet been "visited" by him.
Storm had long been thinking of making a big move in Infinite Hell, ultimately harvesting a wave of Grand Prizes.
Then he would leave Impel Down and head for the freer seas.
A true man lives between heaven and earth; how can he remain in the shadows for long!
Today, by chance, he encountered Inazuma, unexpectedly drawing in Ivankov behind him, along with the "hidden map" of the New Transvestite Paradise.
Storm naturally conceived the idea of making this group of not weak transvestites a boost to his plans.
Now it was just a matter of Ivankov's response!
Even though the King of Kamabakka had already realized the extraordinary nature of "Edward Teach."
After hearing the other party's plan, he could not help but feel shocked.
"Let all the prisoners in Infinite Hell kill each other, selecting the ultimate criminal who survives in the end"! Such a thing was clearly something Teach would do!
However…
"Teach, Infinite Hell is not Extreme Cold Hell."
Ivankov earnestly advised.
"The guards in Infinite Hell are incredibly strong, and there are Surveillance Den Den Mushi everywhere.
"If there is no order from Director Magellan, even the wardens cannot enter or exit Infinite Hell at will.
"And if there is even the slightest disturbance in Infinite Hell, the monitoring room will receive news immediately.
"At that time, the entire force of Impel Down will be rapidly mobilized! "You will face a truly terrifying force from hell! "Especially the director of Impel Down—Magellan!"
Ivankov was not an inexperienced newcomer to the sea.
As the commander of the Revolutionary Army's Grand Line forces.
Ivankov was well aware of the terrifying monsters that stood at the pinnacle of the power pyramid in the sea!
Whitebeard, Red Hair, Beast, Big Mom…
Just saying those names would send chills down the spine of ordinary people.
In the sea, not many knew of Magellan.
But Ivankov, who had spent some time in Impel Down, understood just how powerful that "Poison Man" truly was!
It is no exaggeration to say.
The strength Magellan could exert within Impel Down was not inferior to the highest combat power of the World Government! Ivankov did not want to face such a terrifying enemy.
"Guhahaha…"
Edward Teach chuckled, suddenly standing up and walking toward the exit of the New Transvestite Paradise.
"Wait, allow me to introduce a new friend to you."
The actions of Whitebeard III were not something any transvestite dared to obstruct.
Even Ivankov did not act.
He simply sat quietly in his chair, watching Edward Teach turn and leave.
In less than a moment.
Edward Teach returned to the New Transvestite Paradise.
And beside his tall and robust figure, there was an additional slender silhouette.
"Vongola Storm!?"
Ivankov was instantly taken aback.
He jumped up from his chair, instinctively taking a defensive stance.
"How did you end up here!?"
The New Transvestite Paradise had always been independent of Impel Down's monitoring system.
No prison personnel knew of the existence of the "fifth and a half level."
At this moment, Ivankov suddenly saw Vongola Storm.
This terrifying Warden Chief who had only recently entered the prison and could overpower Shiryu.
How could the King of Kamabakka not be horrified!?
"Teach? Why are you just standing there watching!"
"Calm down, Ivankov."
Edward Teach said in a deep voice.
"Storm is my partner."
Whether it was a misconception or not.
Ivankov felt that the Teach before him seemed less sharp and unruly than before…
But he still clearly heard Teach's words.
"Vongola Storm, you are actually Teach's partner?"
"No! You're mistaken, King of Kamabakka."
Storm's smile was wild and unrestrained.
"I am not Whitebeard III's partner!
"I am the captain of Whitebeard III!"