Marine Headquarters.
Marineford.
Justice Building.
"What?!"
Fleet Admiral Sengoku's startled cry, raised more than an octave, echoed in the office.
"Tsuru, you're not joking with me, are you?!"
Vice Admiral Tsuru, the Marine Chief of Staff and G6 Base Commander, had a cold, extremely grim expression.
"That bas… Crocodile, that guy is now openly seizing Alabasta? Is he crazy or stupid?!"
Fleet Admiral Sengoku shook his head repeatedly.
"The detailed situation is unclear at the moment, but what can be confirmed is that Crocodile is indeed the boss of the secret criminal organization Baroque Works, and Alabasta is in peril… That's within the jurisdiction of the G6 Branch, I'm heading out first!"
With that, Vice Admiral Tsuru, the Chief of Staff, strode out, preparing to personally head to Alabasta.
"Damn it, it really is true that a dog can't change its ways. The Shichibukai system should not exist. If this incident cannot be handled properly, the Marines will truly lose all face!"
Fleet Admiral Sengoku gritted his teeth, his fists clenched.
Bang!
The table was severely damaged.
Buruburu~
The Den Den Mushi connected.
"Five Elders, look at the good job you've done…"
Fleet Admiral Sengoku, fueled by anger, did something he had always wanted to do but never dared, unleashing a torrent of words directly at the Five Elders, the highest authority in the world.
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...
Alubarna, Royal Palace Hall.
Crocodile was completely unaware of the fact that his conversation with Cobra had been widely broadcast, even reaching Marine Headquarters on the other side of the ocean.
At this moment, Crocodile still believed that everything was under control.
Not only Crocodile, but also Daz Bones and other high-ranking agents thought the same.
Even though there were only eight of them, each one possessed the strength of a hundred men.
Although the Kingdom Army was numerous, in their eyes, they were nothing more than rotten fish and shrimp.
"Since you don't want to answer my question now, then we'll just have to interrogate you properly later!"
Crocodile casually waved his hand, and Daz Bones and the other high-ranking agents stepped forward together.
"Indeed, it's enough!"
King Cobra stood up and took out a small Den Den Mushi from his pocket.
"Crocodile, our previous conversation has already been broadcast nationwide. Now everyone knows your true colors. No one in Alabasta will ever believe you again. Your plan to seize power has completely failed!"
"Huh? What a foolish king. Do you think we didn't prepare? These petty tricks are just a little clever, but unfortunately, this country's broadcast system has already fallen into our control!"
Mr. 3 Galdino scoffed mockingly.
As he spoke, he dialed his partner's Den Den Mushi.
However, the dialing tone kept ringing, and no one answered.
"Damn it, what's going on? Where's Miss Goldenweek?! Pick up the phone!"
Mr. 3 Galdino's smile vanished.
"Boss, Goldenweek has also lost contact. She was just here a moment ago…"
Paula, who was also dialing her Den Den Mushi, felt fine beads of cold sweat on her forehead.
Careless!!!
Crocodile's face suddenly turned as dark as water.
He had realized that he had fallen into a trap.
The other party had obtained even more information than he had imagined.
They had made corresponding preparations for every one of their plans.
First, Miss Merry Christmas, who was responsible for installing the bombs.
Then, Miss Goldenweek, who was responsible for seizing the broadcast system.
The only person, besides himself, who could have detailed knowledge of everyone's assigned combat missions was one person.
"Guhahahah, I never thought… I truly never thought that you would be able to win over that woman. Cobra, did you make a deal with that woman? Have you already given that to that woman?"
Crocodile said coldly.
"Is it Miss All Sunday?"
"That wretched woman, Miss All Sunday!"
"Did she… betray us?"
"Damn her! She deserves to die!"
The high-ranking agents reacted one after another, their curses incessant.
"I don't understand what you mean, but in any case, you can't seize this country now. All that awaits you is a Marine prison!"
King Cobra shouted.
"Do you think you've already won? Don't get carried away, I'm standing right in front of you now!"
Crocodile's eyes were cold.
"Stop wasting words with them, Croco-chan, let's just take them down directly!"
The tough guy Okama Mr. 2 Bon Clay took the lead, shooting out like an arrow.
"It's about time, I'll crush you all into meat paste!"
Miss Valentine activated her Float-Float Fruit ability.
The cool, dark-skinned Mr. 5 began… picking his nose.
"Gentlemen! Protect His Majesty the King!"
Igaram, the captain of the Royal Guards, shouted loudly.
He pulled at the ribbons on his shoulders.
Machine gun muzzles in his exaggerated curly hair spat out flames.
"Chaka Unit, follow me!"
Deputy Captain Chaka led his elite subordinates to surround the Baroque Works members.
Clang!
Thud!
The sound of metal clashing rang out.
That was Mr. 1 Daz Bones in action.
The Paramecia Chop-Chop Fruit ability activated.
His hands transformed into blades, targeting the isolated King Cobra.
Just then.
Swish~
Swords were drawn.
Simultaneously, a strong killing intent accompanied it.
Kuina, holding White Oar & Black Oar (Swords), mercilessly slashed at Daz Bones.
Swords clashed, striking bright sparks.
Clang!
Daz Bones's crossed hands suddenly opened, repelling Kuina.
"Kid?"
Daz Bones raised an eyebrow slightly, then his gaze locked onto the twin swords in Kuina's hands.
"The swords are good, but if you don't want them to be cut by me, then hurry up and go play in the mud!"
Kuina was completely unmoved by Daz Bones's intimidation.
Everyone on the ship was working hard, and she also wanted to contribute.
Even if she knew she was no match, she would never retreat.
A fierce melee broke out.
The Kingdom Army had hundreds of warriors.
In contrast, Baroque Works had only eight people.
Only seven of them were actively fighting, with the strongest, Crocodile, remaining still.
Even so, the balance of the battlefield quickly tilted towards Baroque Works.
In just a few minutes.
The Kingdom Army's defense line was torn open.
Chaka and Igaram were forced to retreat and defend in front of King Cobra.
Despite the grim situation, the expressions on the faces of the Kingdom Army members showed no anxiety or anger.
Because their mission had been successfully completed.
During the previous chaos, Miss Valentine, Mr. 5, Paula, Mr. 4, and Mr. 2 Mr. 2 Bon Clay had all quietly had 'stickers' representing their comrades placed on them.
The great reversal show is about to begin!!!
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