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Chapter 148: The Real New World Is Coming
Each of the Four Emperors who ruled the sea was a terrifying monster. They stood at the apex of piracy. Along with the Seven Warlords and the Marines, they formed the balance of the world.
The premise of this balance was that the Four Emperors would never cooperate. If even two Emperors met, it could cause global turmoil.
And now, all four were gathering in the waters of Whitebeard, the Strongest Man in the World.
"Why?" Kong couldn't understand.
He knew the grievances between them. Kaido and Big Mom were rivals. Shanks and Whitebeard were respectful enemies but not allies. And Shanks, who came from Roger's ship, wouldn't easily join forces with anyone.
"What on earth happened?" Kong looked into the distance.
"My Lord, there is news from the surveillance force ahead. It seems that Mr. Yuichi, who escaped from Naval Headquarters, boarded Whitebeard's ship!"
Yuichi!
What did he go to Whitebeard for? Kong didn't think Yuichi was the type to seek asylum. He had seen the will in Yuichi's eyes—he wouldn't submit to anyone.
Yuichi must have had another purpose, and now, he seemed to have achieved it. The movement of the other Emperors proved it.
"Quick! Send this news to the Five Elders. Send more people to monitor every move of the Four Emperors!"
Kong looked toward the New World. "The New World... will not be peaceful!"
In the New World, pirates were gathered around an unnamed island, discussing the Marine defeat.
"What Admirals? They're simply too weak. Marines only have strength when they arrest us!"
"Yeah! The lineup was trash. No famous Vice Admirals were sent."
"The World Government forced Yuichi away! Now they're hiding the elite Vice Admirals to prevent them from gaining power!"
As they talked, a sharp, cold wind blew from the sea.
Whoosh.
An inexplicable sense of oppression spread through their hearts. The pirates looked at the sea.
A gigantic red ship sailed past them, cutting through the wind and waves. The pirates stared with wide eyes. The people on the ship glanced at them sideways but continued forward without paying attention.
"I... did I see it right?"
"That ship... seems to be the ship of Red-Haired Shanks!"
"Red Hair!" Another pirate gasped. "His territory isn't here! Why is he near Whitebeard's territory? Is there a war between the Emperors?"
Soon, more shocking news came through the intelligence network.
"It's not just Red Hair! Kaido and Big Mom are also moving towards Whitebeard's territory!"
"Are they finally going to attack the Strongest Man in the World?"
"Challenge the strongest? Three Emperors together? Impossible!"
One pirate pulled out a chart. "Whitebeard was last heard of here." He pointed to a blank space on the chart. "This is the heart of Whitebeard's territory. Which of the Emperors would be foolish enough to attack him there?"
"This is..." The pirate's eyes flickered with excitement. "This is an unprecedented meeting of the Four Emperors! And the purpose... perhaps a global war..."
Chapter 149: Preparations For The White Group, Yuichi's Amazing Talent
In the Whitebeard Pirates' territory, four super-large ships were lashed together to form a massive temporary platform. It looked like a floating town.
The crew was busy preparing to welcome the guests. Kaido, Red Hair, and Big Mom were heavyweights. Whitebeard wanted this alliance—for himself, and even more for his sons.
"Pops! Red Hair is already on his way!" Marco appeared behind Whitebeard.
Whitebeard nodded. "I see."
"But Pops! Their whereabouts have been leaked. The whole New World is in chaos, and countless pirates are gathering towards our territory!"
Whitebeard smiled. "Don't worry! Marco, I'm still here. No matter what happens in the New World, will the Whitebeard Pirates be afraid?"
Seeing his father's confidence, Marco felt reassured. "By the way, Pops! Do you want to call Ace back?"
Whitebeard thought for a moment. "Don't do it for now."
Calling Ace back now might be risky. Facing three Emperors at once, any accident could happen.
Suddenly, a terrifying roar sounded.
Bzzt!
Black lightning spread wildly across the deck of the Moby Dick. The crew, and even the Division Commanders, looked in shock at the figure before them.
Yuichi stood there, wearing a white robe, holding his Zanpakutō in one hand. His eyes were sharp, and the Haki fluctuations pervading the blade were different from ordinary Armament Haki. There was an extremely terrifying sense of oppression.
"Is this... the Conqueror's Haki Coating that Pops talked about?"
"Did he... did he master it after just a few tries?"
Ten minutes ago, Yuichi had asked Whitebeard to demonstrate how to coat attacks with Conqueror's Haki. Whitebeard had reluctantly agreed, warning him that it wasn't simple.
Then, in full view, Yuichi began trying to flow his Conqueror's Haki into the weapon. He failed several times, looking like a novice. But then, in the blink of an eye, he succeeded.
The crew looked at each other in disbelief. According to Pops, this skill required deep understanding and practice. Yet Yuichi, who had just awakened Conqueror's Haki, mastered it in minutes.
Whitebeard stared at Yuichi in shock. "How could he learn it so easily!?" Maybe this was what a true genius looked like.
"Pops... could this guy really not use Conqueror's Haki before?" Marco asked.
Whitebeard nodded. "I'm afraid so. He looked like a total novice when he started."
Yuichi slashed out.
Boom!
A wave of Haki erupted. A massive trench formed in the sea, the cut extending to the horizon. The attack range was amplified exponentially by the invisible coating.
Different from Armament. The burst attack not only enhances power but expands the range significantly. Nice technique!
Yuichi sheathed his sword. "Thank you. I will remember what we agreed on!"
He turned and went back to the cabin.
After Yuichi disappeared, Marco sighed. "Compared to this guy, I feel completely untalented!"
"Marco! That kid is a monster. You are normal people; there is no need to compare yourself with a monster!" Whitebeard laughed.
It was a good thing the Marines let go of such a monster. Otherwise, there might be no living space for pirates in the future.
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