Chapter 004: The Darkness of the Previous Era, Rocks Resurrected!?
The history of this sea was simply too ancient.
Although since Roger initiated the Great Pirate Era, the number of rookie pirates setting sail from all over the world had continued to climb, presenting an exponential and terrifying growth.
But to these big shots of the forces of Justice present here, these so-called rookie pirates, and even those so-called "Supernovas" with bounties over a hundred million, were nothing more than a bunch of wet-behind-the-ears brats.
No matter their numbers, they were just ants that didn't deserve a second glance.
On this sea, the truly terrifying ones were those vicious legends with notorious reputations.
Especially that name...
That taboo-like name caused everyone in the Highest Military Conference Room to feel a genuine chill rising from the soles of their feet, shooting up their spines to the top of their heads.
Everyone subconsciously looked toward Garp at the side.
"Why are you looking at this old man? My mission is complete; now is the time for the younger generation to shoulder the responsibility."
Garp acted like a rogue who didn't care, adopting an attitude of hanging high above the matter as if it didn't concern him.
Everyone was speechless but dared not say anything.
Especially Sengoku, whose heart was filled with bitterness.
In the Paramount War, although the Marines won the final victory and defended Justice.
But Sengoku knew deeply that the Marines had chilled Garp's heart.
This old comrade from the same era, possessing powerful strength that was the ceiling of this sea, could only watch helplessly as his grandson was killed right in front of him.
The title of "Hero," praised by thousands, and the word "Justice" behind it, pressed down on him so hard he couldn't breathe.
Troubles inside and out.
Sengoku shook his head secretly.
The losses from the Paramount War were severe.
Internal strife within the Marines; two Admirals fought over the position of Fleet Admiral, eventually leading to Aokiji's departure.
The former Admiral and Chief Instructor of the Military Academy, Zephyr, was killed by Kizaru in the New World, and the word "Justice" was completely discredited.
The ambitious Blackbeard swallowed up Whitebeard's legacy and became a new member of the Four Emperors.
Added to this was the latest battle report from Punk Hazard; the Straw Hat Pirates, who caused a scene at headquarters two years ago, publicly declared war on the Warlord of the Sea Doflamingo, showing a faint trend of challenging the Emperor Kaido.
The Big Mom Pirates of the Four Emperors were planning a marriage alliance with the strongest military nation in the North Blue, Germa 66, making a struggle for hegemony in the New World inevitable.
In such a perilous situation, a Liu Feng had to appear to stir up trouble, resurrecting the dead Roger.
Although the Marines had gained the addition of Green Bull and Fujitora, filling the gap in high-end combat power, they were still stretched thin.
What if...
That group of guys from God Valley appeared again...
Sengoku dared not continue that line of thought.
"Regarding this Liu Feng, apart from what we know within the Marine system, does the Government have any intelligence?"
He asked with deep worry.
Akainu lit another cigar, his voice hoarse:
"Several days have passed, and the CP departments haven't found any intelligence regarding that Liu Feng."
"It's as if this person never existed on this sea."
His thick fingers tapped lightly on the table.
"Based on current intelligence, we only know he resurrected Roger. It is unclear whether he possesses the ability to resurrect others."
"In terms of combat power, this guy cut the execution platform plaza in Loguetown in half with a casual swing of his sword. The sword mark is over a thousand meters long..."
Here, Akainu did not continue.
Cigar smoke obscured his face once again.
"—A Great Swordsman, is it..."
Fujitora Issho, sitting to the side, frowned and murmured.
On the other side of the conference table, the Admiral Candidate Momousagi, Gion, also couldn't help but tighten her grip on the famous sword in her hand.
Both were masters of swordsmanship within the Marine system, so they naturally knew what it meant to cut through waves for a thousand meters with a single strike.
The realm of a Great Swordsman!
The highest realm that countless swordsmen on this sea pursued all their lives!
This guy named Liu Feng possessed the strange ability to resurrect the dead, and he himself was a Great Swordsman!
The level of this threat went without saying.
"What about their whereabouts?"
"Where did Liu Feng and Roger go after leaving Loguetown?"
Staff Officer Tsuru spoke up at this moment, asking the question.
Akainu's adjutant spoke slowly:
"They seized a Marine warship. The Marines stationed at Loguetown attempted to pursue, but they were all intercepted and killed."
"We have lost track of them."
At this moment, Kizaru, who had been picking his ear and staying silent, suddenly grinned:
"You make it sound so scary. Should I go take a look personally?"
"Pirate King Roger... speaking of which, I haven't fought him in a long time..."
Akainu said coldly:
"Borsalino, haven't you learned enough from the lessons of the past?"
Kizaru froze upon hearing this, his eyelid twitching.
Back in the day, he and Aokiji had followed Vice Admiral Garp to suppress the Roger Pirates, and they had suffered quite a bit.
Akainu ignored Kizaru and waved his hand, giving a decisive order.
"We can put Liu Feng and Roger aside for now. The political situation in Dressrosa is getting increasingly chaotic."
"Issho, you make a trip there."
Fujitora nodded:
"No problem."
Akainu continued:
"As for Roger and Liu Feng, since they have set sail, their destination is clear."
"People like them won't waste time in the East Blue or Paradise."
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up.
Sengoku nodded secretly.
Although Sakazuki had a tough personality, his military professionalism and command talent were indeed beyond reproach.
Liu Feng and Roger would definitely head to the New World!
That sea area known as the Pirates' Graveyard was the stage where heroes contended for supremacy!!
"Issue the wanted posters. All branches in the New World are to remain vigilant."
"Everyone, everything is for Justice!"
Akainu slammed his fist heavily onto the conference table in front of him.
Murderous intent boiled over.