One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 268 Exercise, this is an exercise!
As the year draws to a close, a special news story has attracted worldwide attention.

[Hoenn government conducts military exercises!]

[Codename: Operation Bright Sword!]

The event will take place a week later, coinciding with the World Government's tariff adjustment, in the waters near Reverse Mountain.

This rather amazing move left the opposing forces dumbfounded, and the term "military exercise" was completely unfamiliar to them.

White Earth Island, headquarters of the Revolutionary Army.

"Is this a declaration of war against the World Government?"

"Probably not."

"The world government is about to have to sit still!"

"Of course."

Dragon convened his officers to discuss the Hoenn government's special operation.

Such a high-profile military action will inevitably make the world government extremely nervous, but more importantly, it reveals the intentions of the Hoenn government.

If war were to break out, the Hoenn government wouldn't need to make a big fuss and let the whole world know, giving the world government time to prepare.

More likely, it's a deterrent!
The purpose of this deterrence is likely related to the Aruba trading port. The Revolutionary Army has also heard about the World Government's shameless act of continuously raising tariffs.

"Dorag, what do we do?"

"Let's go to Upside Down Mountain!"

Regardless, I have to go and take a look.

The Revolutionary Army doesn't know much about the Hoenn government; in fact, the whole world doesn't know much about it either.

The Hoenn government is being too low-key.

The only big news after the establishment of the Hoenn government was that former Admiral Aokiji joined the Hoenn government and took on the position of Fleet Admiral.

In other aspects, there is very little information.

Most of them are about trade.

As for his performance in the Marineford War, it was basically a matter for Goode alone; his subordinates did not have much of a role to play.

No one knows exactly how much power the Hoenn government has now, or where it gets the courage to challenge the World Government.

In comparison, the Beast Pirates behind the disaster are more intimidating, and they have been quite active in the New World recently.

Runti, Paget, Haildin, etc.

The young generation of leaders of the Beasts have all made a name for themselves, and their deterrent power is no less than that of a disaster.

Naval Headquarters, Supreme Council.

Brannus mobilized his officers.

"Without a doubt, the Hoenn government is challenging us!"

"The Hoenn government is merely an unofficial regime not recognized by the World Government and has no right to operate in the World Government's waters!"

"We must respond!"

The global conscription campaign is not over yet, but it has significantly increased the number of officers and colonels, especially two generals and several lieutenant generals.

Deployment was unavoidable.

Marshal's Office.

Chief Strategist A-He wasn't so naive; his tone was somewhat somber: "The Hoenn government wants us to fall into disarray, doesn't it?"

"Not long ago, we reached a reconciliation with the Hoenn government. Although it was their conspiracy, that's how it is in the eyes of the world. Even the Marines at headquarters were happy for a long time."

"If we launch the first attack, we won't have a good reputation in the public eye!"

Public opinion, whether positive or negative, will affect the world's recognition of the Navy's justice, including that of the sailors. If even the lower-ranking sailors waver in their belief in the Navy's justice, the consequences will be quite serious.

“Ah He is right.”

The Warring States period expressed its agreement.

“Now, we are not the only option for marines. The Hoenn Navy is also recruiting, and there is also the Aokiji flag.”

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Akainu frowned deeply.

Everyone understands the logic, but faced with the Hoenn government's special actions, the Navy cannot stand idly by and must prepare for the worst.

"Are the beasts making any noise?"

"In the past few days, Beast Warships have appeared near both the G14 and G5 branches!"

Clearly, the beasts were warning them.

If the entire navy is deployed, the Holy Land's defensive capabilities will be greatly reduced, and the beasts will inevitably take advantage of the situation.

"Let Green Bull and Fujitora go!"

"Also, issue a statement about the exercise to the public!" Akainu made up his mind.

He wanted to personally confront his former comrades, but as a marshal, he bore the heavy responsibility of guarding the holy land and could not leave his headquarters without permission.

Not all three generals could be mobilized.

At least one person needs to remain to confront the Beasts Pirates, and Kizaru is the most suitable, as he can remain undefeated even against Kaido.

As for Sengoku and Garp.

Both of them have already retired to the second line, and it is neither appropriate for them to go to the front line, and Garp is still on vacation in his hometown of East Blue.

"Plop plop plop~~"

The Den Den Mushi suddenly rang.

It's a phone call from the Holy Land!

Half a day later, several large warships left the naval headquarters.

At the same time, the G-class fortress located in the first half of the Grand Line received orders and also dispatched warships.

Led by two generals, along with ten vice admirals from headquarters, and 20 large warships and numerous medium and small warships, a massive fleet of over one hundred warships was formed.

This formidable lineup is many times stronger than the Demon Slayer Order.

As time passed, both naval fleets headed towards Reverse Mountain, while other forces kept a close watch on the situation.

The first to arrive were not the navy, but journalists from the news media, who were willing to die to capture the first major news stories.

New world, Beehive Island.

At the main entrance of Fengyuan Community, a large screen was hung on the wall, broadcasting the situation in the Dian Dao Shan Hai Yu area in real time.

The pirates gathered around, and as they looked at the calm sea on the screen, a tense atmosphere immediately arose.

"The Navy and Hoenn are about to go to war!"

"Idiot, it's a military exercise!"

"Will there be a fight?"

"Who knows!"

The pirates were buzzing with discussion.

Not just Beehive Island, but all the islands with the Hoenn community are broadcasting footage of the Reverse Mt. Sea.

There are numerous islands in the New World, North Sea, Sabaody Archipelago, Alabasta, and even the East China Sea that are broadcasting the news.

Today, the Hoenn community is scattered all over the world like stars, although there are far fewer in other sea areas.

East China Sea, Windmill Village.

Since the Kingdom of Goa sold all the land outside the city to the Groudon Company, Windmill Village also became the territory of the Hoenn government.

The Hoenn community is under construction, and the live broadcast location was specially chosen to be Windmill Village, which has been particularly peaceful lately because of Garp.

"Garp, aren't you going?"

"Pfft, hahaha, I'm not interested."

Garp laughed heartily.

He has already stepped down from his position and no longer wants to deal with these troublesome matters. Even if he hadn't retired, he wouldn't want to get involved.

In his view, the World Government's rule was not as good as the Hoenn Government's. If the Hoenn Government could bring down the Celestial Dragons, he would definitely applaud.

Makino's Tavern.

The Red-Haired Pirates are drinking.

"Boss, aren't you going to go take a look?"

"Not in a hurry."

Shanks sat at the bar, flirting with the proprietress, Makino.

After the Battle of Marineford ended, he returned to Windmill Village and settled there, with no immediate plans to leave.

He planned to go to the New World after Luffy's operation.

"Hoenn Government."

Shanks' gaze was wistful.

In the past few years, he was full of prejudice and worry about Goode, and as he expected, the other party is now a very popular figure.

However, the establishment of the Hoenn government and its righteous principles completely exceeded his expectations, and he had to admit that the world needed the Hoenn government.

He doesn't intend to interfere anymore.

He wanted to see if the Hoenn government could abolish the World Government!

(End of this chapter)