Fujitora and Aramaki's addition to the Navy was like new blood being poured into its veins.
This was the true root of the Navy.
Everyone knew that after this war, Kaido, Shiki, and Bullet would eventually leave — perhaps even become enemies again.
The high command understood this well.
So when these two newcomers appeared, the Admirals and Vice Admirals felt a spark of hope.
The global conscription had made up for the devastating losses of the last great battle.
But now the Navy's plan — no, the World Government's plan — was clear.
While Good still lay unconscious, they would strike.
They would kill him.
The order came directly from the Gorosei.
Beneath them stood Kong, Sengoku, and Garp — each with the power of an Emperor.
Then came Shiki, Bullet, Blackbeard, the three Admirals, along with the new Admirals Fujitora and Aramaki, and finally Rondo — seven Emperor-class powers in total.
Beneath them stood Whitebeard Jr., Gild Tesoro, and other powerful fighters.
In all, more than fifteen Emperor-class combatants had been assembled — greater even than the forces gathered for the Summit War.
Good, still asleep, knew nothing of this.
The World Government had already gathered the strongest army in history, prepared to crush him once and for all.
—
On an island northeast of Amazon Lily, Whitebeard's crew, Shanks' men, and the Revolutionaries hid in the shadows.
Any intruder would be spotted instantly.
At the heart of the island, under the shade of towering trees, they kept vigil over Good's unconscious body.
The forest canopy was so dense that even in daylight, it remained dim.
Shanks frowned, watching Momousagi tend to Good.
"Strange. His wounds are healed. By rights, he should be awake."
"The Gorosei pushed him beyond his limits," Dragon said gravely.
"He stood even when near death, his strength surpassing anything seen before. Fighting the Five Elders and Kong together… that must have cost him everything."
"Maybe he'll never wake up," Marco muttered.
Momousagi's glare silenced him immediately.
Just then, a Den Den Mushi rang.
Everyone froze. With Good still unconscious, they were on edge at every sound.
Dragon answered quickly.
"Commander," came Sabo's voice, "the old relic Redfield has landed on the island. He demands to see Whitebeard urgently."
"Should we finish him here?"
Dragon looked at Whitebeard, who shook his head.
Sabo couldn't kill Redfield alone, and even if Dragon and Shanks joined in, it would be a loud, messy fight.
And if Redfield wanted to escape, they might not be able to stop him.
That was the privilege of a top-tier fighter. Without a death match, victory wasn't guaranteed.
"Let him through," Whitebeard said.
Dragon frowned, but Shanks agreed.
"Whitebeard's right. If we could find this place, Redfield could too. The World Government probably already knows."
Nearby, Momousagi's sharp eyes bored into Tokikake, who shrank under the glare.
Soon Redfield was brought in.
He ignored Shanks and Dragon, looking only at Whitebeard.
"Just you three — and an unconscious Good?" he sneered.
The thought of striking down his old tormentor flashed in his mind.
But reason held him back.
"Why are you here?" Whitebeard asked bluntly.
Redfield smirked.
"Straight to business, huh? Fine. I came with information."
He explained that the Navy had approached him, seeking his cooperation.
"I refused. But Shiki and Bullet didn't. They've joined the Navy."
The news darkened every face.
"And there's more," Redfield went on with a cruel grin.
"The Navy launched global conscription. Two stood out above the rest: Fujitora and Aramaki. Both now Admirals."
He paused for effect.
"They've also named new Warlords."
The words struck like thunder.
"The Gorosei themselves will march," Redfield added.
"Even Kong will fight. The World Government has thrown everything into one gamble — all to erase Good."
Momousagi's voice trembled.
"They would even ally with pirates to do this…"
Tokikake wiped cold sweat from his brow.
"Even with Whitebeard, Shanks, and Dragon… against such force, we can't win."
Redfield sneered.
"Don't be surprised. The Government has always played dirty.
Valley of the Gods, Rocks, their world destroyers... this is nothing new."
The forest fell into heavy silence.
Everyone realized the truth.
The World Government had chosen to risk everything — even their honor — to kill Good.
(End of Chapter)
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