About ten minutes later, a soldier hurried over and presented intelligence on the Gambino family.
Roy took it and, without even looking, handed it straight to White Fang beside him.
White Fang accepted the document, his eyes behind the mask scanning it quickly.
Three minutes later, he closed it and looked up at Roy.
"How is it?" Roy turned his head and asked.
"Not a big problem. They have a lot of people, but most of them are ordinary. ANBU can handle it. However, considering two uncertain factors, firearms and a Devil Fruit user, to ensure nothing goes wrong, I recommend sending twelve squads together," White Fang analyzed steadily.
"Twelve squads?" Roy nodded slightly. He looked across the empty great hall, a confident smile tugging at his lips. "With ANBU's efficiency, you can reach the Gambino headquarters tonight. That means before we arrive tomorrow morning, it should be settled, right?"
"One night is enough," White Fang said calmly.
"Good. Then move immediately!" Roy's lips lifted into a faint smile.
"Yes, Roy-sama."
White Fang answered in a low voice. Before the words even fully fell, his body flickered, and he vanished from Roy's side without a trace.
On the other side, Cici widened her eyes in shock and quickly covered her mouth. With her not so sharp little head, she could not figure out how White Fang had disappeared so suddenly.
"Alright, stop staring. Go get me something to eat."
Seeing Cici's stunned, cute expression, Roy couldn't help smiling as he lightly patted her head.
"Yes, Roy-sama. I'll prepare it right away!"
Cici's cheeks instantly turned red. Like a startled deer, she hurried out at once.
Roy watched her retreating back with amusement. Then he leaned against the throne, glanced at the empty hall, and reached out, curling his fingers as if gripping something in the air.
"Heh. The Gambino family"
…
One hour later, at the Zephyr Kingdom's port.
Three small and medium warships sat quietly at anchor. This was the Zephyr Kingdom's entire fleet.
Compared to major nations, the Zephyr Kingdom only had six small and medium warships. In the Gambino family's attack a week ago, three had already been destroyed. The remaining three could be said to be the Zephyr Kingdom's last military strength.
Near the town entrance not far from the port, residents watched the departing army with complicated eyes, yet strangely, not a single person came to see them off.
Because in most people's eyes, challenging the Gambino family this time was no different from seeking death.
Each warship carried 800 kingdom soldiers, 2,400 in total, nearly half of the Zephyr Kingdom's remaining forces.
Unease showed in everyone's eyes, because they also understood that this battle was almost a trip to die.
Even so, the duty of a soldier left them no room to retreat.
"Are they being too pessimistic? They're that sure we're going to our deaths?" Roy shrugged helplessly at the bow of the middle warship.
White Fang and Cici stood behind him to his left and right, keeping their positions.
"Forget it. Once they reach the Gambino headquarters, they'll understand who's really seeking death," Roy said, staring at the vast sea ahead. His hair danced wildly in the wind.
He suddenly swung his arm down and issued the order. "Set sail!"
With Roy's command, the three warships raised their sails and departed. Under the gazes of the citizens, filled with tangled emotions, they cut through the waves toward the Gambino headquarters.
The blue and white flag of the Zephyr Kingdom snapped loudly in the wind, flying without pause.
At the same time, nearby countries and forces also received the news. With mocking attitudes, they waited for the Zephyr Kingdom to be wiped out.
…
Night fell quietly.
In the pitch black sky, a few stars flickered sparsely, and clean moonlight draped the sea like silver gauze.
Beneath the dark, deep waters, the shadow of an unknown massive creature drifted slowly.
Moor Island.
Even though it was already dark, the enormous manor in the center of the island was still brightly lit, illuminating the surroundings. Around the island were four docks, positioned like the four corners of a square, tightly encircling it.
Each dock had at least three ships moored, and faint voices could be heard coming from the vessels.
This was the headquarters of one of the three major mafia families in the West Blue, the Gambino family.
And at this very moment, the Gambino family, a place almost no one dared approach, welcomed a group of uninvited guests.
Tap tap tap.
The sound of feet stepping on the surface of the water was swallowed by the howling sea wind.
In the darkness, far out on the ocean, forty eight black figures rushed toward Moor Island at extreme speed.
"Stop."
When the outer docks of Moor Island entered their sight, one of the figures raised a hand sharply. Everyone halted in perfect unison, standing steadily on the water.
Under the moonlight, their black tight suits, white harness vests, and various animal masks looked especially striking.
They were the Ninja Assassination Tactical Unit.
"We've reached the target area. Begin planning."
One member unfolded a map in his hand. The others gathered around, discussing strategy together.
"According to the intelligence, the Gambino headquarters has nearly five thousand defenders. The island is surrounded by four docks. They're equipped with high power firearms, and there's also a Devil Fruit user with a special ability in command. The mission Roy-sama gave us is to completely destroy the Gambino family before the kingdom fleet arrives at dawn. We have about eleven hours before daybreak. Within that time limit, we must wipe out all hostile forces!"
"Captain, since Roy-sama ordered total annihilation, I suggest we prioritize destroying the four docks around the island. If all the ships are destroyed, these ordinary people without chakra won't be able to escape," one member suggested.
"Good point."
The ANBU captain looked at the member who spoke and gave a slight nod.
He put the map away, then issued the order in a deep voice. "All personnel, recover stamina and chakra as quickly as possible. In one hour, we begin the operation!"
"Yes, sir!"
All members answered together. Then, either standing or sitting cross legged on the water, they closed their eyes and began restoring their strength and chakra.
(End of Chapter)
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