Hidden expert?
Hearing Black Horse's guess, all the experts among the Navy High Command were stunned, and then repeated those four words in their hearts.
This possibility certainly exists. There are indeed some powerful individuals on this vast sea who prefer to live in seclusion and avoid involving themselves in the affairs of the ocean. This is not undocumented within the Marines, referring to those secluded experts who have been discovered.
"But is this really possible? After all, they invited four individuals at once, and managed to mobilize four Yonko-level experts. Setting aside their strength, how excellent must their connections be? The person behind the scenes who invited these four Yonko experts to deal with Mr. Garp sounds far more terrifying,"
Momousagi said with a fearful expression. She was startled by her own speculation, but the other Marines were also shocked upon hearing her words. Yes, such a person would be even more terrifying.
But considering the current situation, there is already the Pink Hat Pirates, the number one headache and enemy of the Marines.
Furthermore, the former ruler of the seas, the Rocks Pirates, has also returned.
And now, another anti-Marine force has emerged, one possessing at least five Yonko-level experts.
Even though many of the Marines present were current powerhouses, they couldn't help but shiver, including Akainu.
"Alright, alright, these are just your speculations. However, Garp's attack must be taken seriously. After we return, let's hold a comprehensive meeting at Marineford to thoroughly discuss all recent events, especially this defeat, and also this incident."
"Among them, especially this defeat, I believe even the five individuals above are now paying close attention."
Staff Officer Tsuru stepped forward once again, stabilizing the situation, as continued discussion might lead the conversation astray and severely damage the morale and spirit of the Marines.
And just like that, the Marines' temporary meeting concluded.
Garp was currently resting in the conference room. Due to this attack, the Marines, upon returning to Marineford, immediately raised their vigilance to the highest degree... Meanwhile, Basha and the other three were hastily fleeing across the boundless ocean when, by chance, they encountered a colossal giant turtle—it was truly enormous, its body vast, covering an area at least as wide as two football fields.
However, Basha, as the Water Demon, was an entity that once ruled the oceans for many years in the world of jackie chan adventures, making her the undisputed Queen of the Sea.
If she were placed in the One Piece World, she would be equivalent to the Poseidon.
Making such a giant turtle obediently submit was incredibly easy for her.
Thus, the giant turtle temporarily became the quartet's vehicle, serving as a submarine or a sea vessel.
Under Basha's command, and after the four had deliberated thoroughly and decided the time was right.
Since they had traveled far enough, the giant turtle swiftly carried them to the surface of the sea.
But while Basha was completely unharmed, the others were soaked.
Fortunately, Core Wolf was quick enough to pull out a heating chip, providing warmth and driving away the cold for himself and his two companions. Soon, the water on their bodies evaporated completely, as if they had never touched the ocean.
"Where do we go next?" Hulk was never good at thinking; if Banner were present, perhaps it would be better, but right now, it was only the simple Green Giant Hulk.
However, here, he would follow the advice of the other three, but one thing was certain: fighting and destruction would absolutely involve him.
He was passionate about destruction and fighting, and he also really liked the Bug Man (Super Spider-Man).
"We were originally worried about a ship, but with this giant turtle, we no longer need to fret about transportation. We'll head straight for the New World," Azure Phoenix said, beaming happily.
The circumstances of the few of them were different. Hulk was the pure Hulk from before Avengers 3, who had already developed some independent thoughts and emotions.
Aside from his 100% loyalty to Luna, knowing that he wouldn't be rejected here, that he could fight, destroy, and have good food, Hulk was willing to serve Luna wholeheartedly after learning about the situation before being summoned.
Next was Azure Phoenix. He had let go of the enmity from his previous life because he had learned from the System that the Assassin Leader had already been slain by Scissor Seven. With his great revenge fulfilled, the resentment and hatred in his heart dissipated. He smiled, having finally moved on.
Whether before or after Scissor Seven lost his memory, his relationship with Scissor Seven was still decent. Even though Scissor Seven used him later on, didn't he compensate him by sacrificing Plum Blossom Thirteen, his beloved female apprentice whom he genuinely raised like a daughter? The two of them were considered even.
Now, having been reborn, and knowing that this world was more interesting than his original one, he didn't mind taking risks and competing or sparring with the experts of this world. Therefore, he was very willing to serve Luna, who gave him this second life.
"That's right, Luna has already said that we can go straight to the New World, and we don't need that so-called eternal pose anymore, right, Basha?"
Core Wolf said, flashing a confident smile.
"That's correct, this giant turtle knows the way. However, I think it would be better if we passed by an inhabited island. After all, we currently lack some supplies, such as basic necessities like food, changes of clothes, and water. It will take several days for us to reach the New World, and these things are essential. I'm fine, but they are very much needed for you all."
Basha first confirmed that with the giant turtle present, they didn't need to worry about navigation.
But she immediately started worrying about supplies.
Core Wolf and Basha's circumstances were also different; each had their own unique situation.
Core Wolf was perfectly normal, the only truly normal one among the four. He had died naturally of old age, and then his soul was summoned by the System, which used its power to reshape his physical body.
Unlike Hulk, who was summoned midway, Azure Phoenix was summoned shortly after his death, brought over by the System along with his lingering resentment.
But Basha was actually quite similar to Core Wolf. The lifespan of demons is not infinite, especially not in Demon Hell, where the power and wisdom of the eight great demons were being eroded.
In other words, the eight great demons could not stay in Demon Hell indefinitely; they would eventually lose their sanity and become ghost-like entities, remaining imprisoned in Hell.
But the System arrived quickly and made a pact with Basha. Thus, the circumstances of the four were truly all different.
The System helped Basha escape Hell. The price was coming to the One Piece World to assist Luna properly, and if she succeeded, the other eight great demons would also have a chance to be freed from Hell and brought here.
For herself and for her siblings, Basha agreed, especially since before coming over...
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