147: Chapter 146 Luffy VS Navy, using the Peak Card against WhitebeardLuffy's sudden appearance drew all eyes to the battlefield.Ace, who was on the execution rack, was taken aback at first, then smiled and said, "Haha, Luffy, you really came after all!" Then, he frowned and said worriedly, "But this is the Marine Headquarters, where strong people abound.How could you possibly save me?"
Garp, who was sitting to the side preparing to accompany his grandson on his final journey, was equally shocked.His eyes widened, and he muttered in disbelief, "That brat actually dared to come."
Akainu watched Luffy wreak havoc on the battlefield, a surge of intense killing intent rising within him.He sneered and said, "Hmph, so you've finally arrived.Straw Hat, last time in Sabaody Archipelago, others interfered and we couldn't finish you off, but let's see who can help you this time!"
Although Sengoku was startled by Luffy's appearance, he quickly regained his composure.He frowned and pondered for a moment, feeling a slight unease.The former Shichibukai members who had originally sided with Luffy were now uncertain factors, especially Crocodile and Jinbe; their shift in allegiance made the situation even more complicated.However, Sengoku quickly informed the Marines via a loudspeaker Den Den Mushi that they should proceed according to plan.
After landing, Crocodile quickly turned his gaze to Whitebeard, who stood at the bow of the ship.A hint of killing intent flashed in his eyes, and a slight smile played on his lips.Taking advantage of the fact that everyone's attention was focused on the battlefield, Crocodile transformed into a wisp of sand and drifted towards Whitebeard.He hovered behind Whitebeard like a ghost, the hook in his hand gleaming with a cold light.Crocodile revealed a cunning smile and said coldly, "Long time no see, Whitebeard!"
However, Whitebeard merely glanced at him casually before turning his gaze back to the battlefield.For some reason, the inexplicable unease he had felt since Luffy's appearance had quietly vanished.It was as if a premonition told him that this war would be radically changed by the arrival of this young man.
Seeing Whitebeard's blatant disregard for him, Crocodile's anger flared.He decided to act without hesitation, swinging his poisoned hook towards Whitebeard's head.But in that dramatic moment, Crocodile was suddenly kicked away by a powerful force.
Crocodile scrambled to his feet, his eyes filled with anger and resentment.He glared at his attacker—Luffy—and demanded through gritted teeth, "Straw Hat Kid, we only agreed to rescue your brother Ace together, not that I would have to obey your every command!"
"Yeah, I can't control what you do, but you can't control what I do either, right?By the way, Uncle Whitebeard, not long ago I learned from the Den Den Mushi on the warship I was on that the Navy wanted to deal with Ace ahead of schedule.Also, gibberish gibberish," Luffy whispered to Whitebeard.
Upon hearing this news, Whitebeard's eyes sharpened, as if they could see through everything.He pondered to himself that Luffy's words had surprised him somewhat.After all, the Navy's ruthless actions in order to win this war were truly unexpected.
However, Whitebeard was not thrown off balance by this news.Instead, he faced Luffy with a confident smile.He gave Luffy a deep look, then suddenly burst into loud laughter, a laugh so loud it drew everyone's attention.
"Gurarararar, what an interesting person, kid.Would you like to be my son?" the white-bearded man asked with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Luffy's expression instantly turned very strange, and he quickly waved his hand in refusal.He stared wide-eyed at Whitebeard, wondering if this white-bearded uncle had some strange hobby, liking to take in sons everywhere.
"Come on, Whitebeard, don't you think about it?Garp is my grandfather.If I were your son, wouldn't my grandfather become your." Luffy hurriedly shook his head, indicating that he could not accept such a change in relationship.
Before Luffy could finish speaking, Whitebeard immediately understood.He didn't want to become the son of that country bumpkin, so Whitebeard immediately gave up the idea of taking Luffy as his son.However, it was still necessary to befriend a man like Luffy.After all, someone who could gain the attention of Sengoku and Garp was bound to have unlimited potential in the future!
Just as Luffy was about to return to the battlefield, he suddenly remembered something and took out the Peak Card, which the system had previously rewarded him with, from his system space and used it on Whitebeard.The Peak Card turned into a stream of light and entered Whitebeard's body.Luffy smiled and said to Whitebeard, "Uncle Whitebeard, this is something that can give you peak condition for an hour, but it looks like it will take a while to take effect."
Whitebeard clenched his fist, feeling his strength gradually returning.He couldn't help but marvel at Luffy's incredible ability to produce such a powerful item.However, Whitebeard didn't question Luffy about the item's origin.Instead, he laughed heartily, "Gurarara, thank you so much, kid."
Luffy's lips curled into a confident smile before he charged into the battlefield without hesitation, continuing his fierce fight with the Marines.Crocodile watched Luffy's retreating figure, the thought of a sneak attack resurfacing in his mind.However, when he met Whitebeard's calm gaze, an invisible pressure instantly surged from the depths of his heart, as if warning him not to act rashly.In the end, Crocodile could only let out a frustrated curse, turning back to lead Mr.1 into the battle, venting all his frustration and dissatisfaction on the unfortunate Marines.
At this moment, Luffy was like a ferocious tiger, charging forward unstoppable.These ordinary marines were no match for him, being knocked to the ground one after another.Finally, several marine officers, unable to bear it any longer, joined forces.They jumped out and launched a fierce attack on Luffy.However, their strength was far too disparate, and Luffy easily defeated them with just one Tempest Kick.
"Straw Hat Boy, don't take another step!Today I'm going to avenge that arrow you shot last time!" Smoker, enveloped in billowing white smoke and wielding a jitte, charged menacingly towards Luffy.Just then, a slender, white foot suddenly appeared and kicked Smoker hard in the chest, sending him flying.It turned out that Hancock had arrived just in time; her face was grim, and her eyes revealed a fierce killing intent.
"You rude, filthy man!How dare you try to hurt my beloved!Unforgivable!Absolutely unforgivable!" Hancock roared, pointing at the bewildered Smoker.Then, she pulled a key from between the two mountain peaks and placed it in Luffy's hand, whispering in his ear that it was his brother's key."Thank you so much, Hancock!" Luffy suddenly hugged Hancock.Hancock's mind went blank for a moment; she didn't even notice Luffy leaving until Smoker tried to chase after him.Only then did Hancock react and stop him."Hancock, what do you want?Have you forgotten your mission?" Smoker, sent flying again, angrily questioned.Hancock, however, disdainfully replied that she would be forgiven for anything she did, because she was simply too beautiful.Looking at Hancock gazing at the sky, Smoker was speechless.