Red-haired Shanks shook his head somewhat regretfully.
If Hundred Beasts Kaido and Charlotte Lingling were to battle here, the Navy and Saint Figarland Garling would definitely join the fray; a war centered around Vegapunk would surely erupt here. With his personality, he would undoubtedly want to see all of this...
On the other side.
A group of Seven Warlords of the Sea and Pirate Super Rookies were also hesitating.
The Pirate Super Rookies had already been scared out of their wits, immediately wanting to leave Shampodi Archipelago, unwilling to partake in a battle among strong figures...
The Seven Warlords of the Sea were braver.
Donflamingo watched the battle between Hundred Beasts Kaido and Charlotte Lingling. After pondering for a few seconds, lacking the courage to observe from Island No. 1, he quickly decided to take people to other islands of Shampodi Archipelago to see if he could fish in troubled waters and obtain Vegapunk!
The marines on the ground were also gathering.
Admirals kept a close eye on Hundred Beasts Kaido and Charlotte Lingling in the sky.
"Hmph, those Pirates are also coveting Vegapunk..."
Akainu, with a cigar in his mouth, watched the cracked sky and said coldly, "We absolutely cannot let Vegapunk fall into their hands. Immediately have people search for Vegapunk's location!"
"Someone has already been dispatched."
Akihara Kagura slowly flexed his fingers, frowning slightly: "There are still three Four Emperors on this island, and there's the entire Red Hair Pirates as well. Even if we find Vegapunk first, they're likely to put aside their differences and attack the navy with full force..."
"No matter."
Akainu looked up at the sky, speaking gravely: "I'll deal with Kaido, Borsalino will handle Charlotte Lingling, Saint Figarland Garling will guard against the Red Hair Pirates, and Akihara Kagura, you will contend with Flame Disaster Ash and the others..."
"Hmph..."
Saint Figarland Garling scoffed disdainfully.
Although this Commander of the Divine Knight Order very well knew that Akainu's strategy was correct, being ordered by a mere dog certainly irked him.
"You don't order me..."
Saint Figarland Garling began to wipe the blade he had seized, heedlessly reprimanding: "Mind your attitude; dogs shouldn't be ordering their master..."
"..."
The atmosphere suddenly grew silent.
Despite most enjoying using the term "dogs of the Heavenly Celestial Dragons" to insult the navy, the navy continued to believe they uphold justice, not expecting a Celestial Dragon to say this outright...
"..."
Akainu's face turned particularly sour.
"..."
Kizaru's corners curled into a faint smile, completely unconcerned by Saint Figarland Garling's insults, seeming almost like he's taking it with grace.
After all...
Kizaru isn't a man who cares about face.
Especially since Kizaru knows where he truly stands, and Saint Figarland Garling's poison was nothing more than a dying man's ranting; quarreling over mere slander would accomplish nothing for Kizaru...
Moreover...
On principle, it wasn't possible to argue...
The Navy was undeniably reliant upon the World Government's sustenance.
Of course.
Kizaru didn't think Akihara Kagura would mind either.
After all, Akihara Kagura was the mastermind behind the Konoha Pirates, once treating Saint Figarland Garling as a slave; he probably wouldn't be angered by such petty provocation...
"How dare you insult a Navy Admiral!"
Accompanied by a light shout from Akihara Kagura, a bolt of black lightning suddenly surged!
Saint Figarland Garling looked somewhat astonished as a figure rushed at him swiftly; he could only hurriedly lift his long sword to guard!
However...
The long sword in his hand, along with his left arm, was severed by the black lightning!
Saint Figarland Garling watched in disbelief at his empty shoulder, in disbelief at the Navy Vice Admiral who brazenly severed his arm!
What a joke!
A marine dared to lay hands on a Celestial Dragon?
Saint Figarland Garling was nearly killed by Akihara Kagura's attack!
Even though he hastily defended, one arm was sliced off, like Red-haired Shanks, losing his left arm, with the severed limb dropping to the ground, blood instantly gushing from his shoulder!
"Ah?"
Kizaru widened his eyes in surprise.
Though Saint Figarland Garling was dangerous, Kizaru showed no intention of stopping...
It was just...
A bit unexpected for Kizaru...
That Akihara Kagura would directly take action against a Celestial Dragon here...
"Stop!"
Akainu's eyes also showed disbelief. Seeing Akihara Kagura attempt to strike again, he quickly and sternly commanded Akihara Kagura to stop!
Akainu's figure instantly appeared beside Akihara Kagura, grabbing his wrist, halting his strike, and angrily shouting: "Admiral Kagura, are you attacking your superior?"
This Vice Admiral...
Has truly caused trouble here!
He was just insulted a bit; he was used to this for a long time now, not expecting Akihara Kagura to speak up for him so directly, even severing Saint Figarland Garling's arm!
It's over...
Vegapunk hasn't been reclaimed yet...
A huge trouble is certainly bound to arise now!