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Facing the threat of Cross Guild, the World Government finally got serious, starting by making an example of the Warlords.
During the Summit War, the perfunctory actions of the Warlords greatly displeased the Marines, prompting this forced summons.
If you don't contribute, then get out.
Moria and Hawkeye were understandable.
Moria stayed in the Florian Triangle, with thick fog that could make people lose their way as cover, making it difficult for the Marines to catch him without great loss, and Moria rarely left his home, so the threat was not great.
Hawkeye was a lone wolf, with no attachments.
Doflamingo was the most miserable; losing the title of Warlord meant he would be hunted again and unable to remain in Dressrosa, but how could he easily abandon Dressrosa, which he had operated for ten years?
"Fufufufu!"
Doflamingo's brow twitched with bulging veins, his laughter somewhat distorted: "Vice Admiral Tsuru, you're not joking, are you?!"
"I don't have time to joke with you."
Tsuru responded coldly.
The Marines were also pushed to a dead end; currently, officers and captains were being assassinated every day, and if Cross Guild was not dealt with, the consequences were self-evident.
However, the Marines could not spare too many troops. Recently, the Revolutionary Army had launched revolutions in multiple countries, seemingly intending to engage them in a decisive battle ahead of schedule.
She couldn't understand why the usually stable Revolutionary Army had become so radical, even reckless, but one thing was certain: there must be a problem within the Revolutionary Army.
Kizaru and Fujitora had already been dispatched; as long as this wave of revolution was suppressed, the Revolutionary Army would inevitably be disheartened.
And not long ago, Kaido and Big Mom made contact. According to intelligence, Kaido had been lingering near Totto Land recently, though his purpose was temporarily unknown.
It was very worrying.
Tsuru felt weary in her heart.
The Marines' enemies were growing, and as an older generation Marine, she felt increasingly powerless, even sensing that the Marines were nearing their end.
The hope of changing the situation now lay in the weapons developed by Vegapunk, but this only highlighted the Marines' incompetence.
"Prepare for action; you don't have much time left."
Three days later, ten large warships departed Marine Headquarters, carrying three Warlords and five Vice Admirals.
This was equivalent to a Buster Call configuration.
The Marines' secret operation soon reached the ears of Cross Guild.
Daichi also received the news.
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Daichi was somewhat puzzled.
"The Marines only dispatched this many troops?"
"Yes, but it doesn't rule out other hidden forces."
Stussy explained: "I went to the Doctor's place not long ago. The cultivation of the Seraphim is nearing completion and could be deployed to the battlefield at any time."
How could it be so fast!
Daichi was mistaken.
His Seraphim were not much larger than toddlers right now and would take at least another year to be usable.
"It's all because of you."
Stussy said helplessly: "After the Reverse Mountain incident, the Five Elders suspended the Doctor's various research projects and ordered the Doctor to devote all his energy to the development of the Seraphim and the Mother Flame, so the speed naturally increased significantly."
Alright then.
Daichi thought carefully; if he were the Five Elders, he would probably do the same. Without pushing, one wouldn't know Vegapunk's limits.
"But even with the Seraphim, the Marines wouldn't dispatch so few troops, would they?"
"This is related to the Revolutionary Army."
Stussy replied.
As a CP0 agent and Queen of the Pleasure Quarter, her intelligence sources were much more extensive than Daichi's, especially for seas beyond the New World.
"The Revolutionary Army launched an eight-nation revolution!"
"Are they crazy?"
Daichi frowned.
With the Revolutionary Army's current strength, launching an eight-nation revolution could not possibly succeed. Not to mention that all the kings were home, the World Government and Marine forces could be deployed at any time.
Only when the Reverie was held, leaving countries without leaders, and when the World Government and Marines couldn't spare troops, would the Revolutionary Army have a chance to take advantage.
But even if they succeeded temporarily, it would only be temporary.
Taking territory isn't hard; defending it is the most difficult. Without strong leaders, how would those successfully revolutionized countries resist the World Government?
Just like the Lulusia Kingdom, which was directly erased from the map by the World Government, with countless common people dying.
And the Celestial Dragons' three-year purge of one country would also prioritize those rebellious nations, precisely to deter others.
Ultimately, the Revolutionary Army didn't even have a basic foundation; relying solely on instigating revolutions among the common people was bound to fail.
"I'm not sure, but I have a guess."
Stussy smiled. Before joining CP0, she had also been in other CPs and had contact with the Revolutionary Army.
"What if the Revolutionary Army's goal isn't to succeed in the revolution?"
"Hmm?"
Daichi raised an eyebrow.
If not for a successful revolution, then what was the purpose of such a grand commotion? To attract the attention of the whole world?
Stussy softly said: "Daichi, the Revolutionary Army is about to be forgotten by the world, because a more dazzling organization has replaced them."
"Hoenn?"
Daichi's mind stirred.
Could Dragon be planning to lead the Revolutionary Army to join the Hoenn government?
The Revolutionary Army had developed for twenty years, with deep roots worldwide. Although not yet a major force, it had considerable influence at the grassroots level.
Even if Dragon wanted to join the Hoenn government, he couldn't just abandon everything. The progress of the grassroots revolution couldn't be discarded.
So, to stage a grand revolution, to announce the existence of the flame of revolution to the world, and to leave hope for the common people.
A spectacular beginning, a spectacular end.
Then, join the Hoenn government.
In this way, those who gained hope could grit their teeth and persevere, awaiting the day the Hoenn government arrived.
From Dragon's perspective, doing so indeed made sense; otherwise, it would be difficult for the Revolutionary Army to extricate itself from various seas.
Of course, the premise was that Dragon genuinely intended to join the Hoenn government and had to reach a consensus with his officers.
"I have to go!"
Daichi quickly made up his mind.
After all, it was just his speculation, and it was necessary to confirm it.
If Dragon truly thought that way, his active invitation as the Supreme Commander of Hoenn would both give the Revolutionary Army face and a way out, and demonstrate Hoenn's eagerness for talent.
A win-win!
"Wait!"
Daichi had only taken a few steps before quickly turning back. Under Stussy's puzzled gaze, he picked her up and walked into the room.
Stussy specifically contacted him; conveying intelligence must have been secondary. She probably mainly missed him, her old lover.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder!
"Ah, don't be so rough!"
"Tear!"
Grand Line, Lulusia Kingdom
This country was one of the closest to the Holy Land and the front line of this eight-nation revolution, with both the Marines and the Revolutionary Army deploying considerable forces.
The island was ablaze with war.
"We can't hold on!"
"Retreat, quickly retreat!"
"Get the people onto the ships!"
The Revolutionary Army soldiers retreated under the cover of the commanders. Failure was inevitable, but it was not without some gain.
Those people willing to resist boarded their ships; this was one of the main goals of their revolution, to take away as many oppressed common people as possible!
And then, head to the New World!