The Witcher: The Journey to Transcendence from Marvel...

Chapter 318 Before the Battle

Since Wes proposed using Whitebeard's corpse as a bargaining chip for his treatment, he must have a way to solve the thorny problem that Whitebeard's physical condition was too poor for surgery.

Wes calmly took out several packets of potions from his person, handed them to the white-bearded man, and said, "Drink them."

Without the slightest hesitation, the white-bearded man stretched out his large hand, grabbed all the potions, and then gulped them all down into his mouth.

As soon as the potion entered his mouth, Whitebeard immediately felt a warm current spreading through his body, a sensation that made him let out a long, comfortable breath.

The pain that had been pricking his entire body like needles began to gradually subside, and he hadn't felt so relaxed and comfortable for several years.

After another physical examination, it was discovered that all of Whitebeard's indicators had reached the level required for surgery.

This was truly a delightful turn of events, and Marco's initial anxiety eased somewhat.

Next, with Luo as the lead surgeon and Marco assisting, the crucial operation began.

The atmosphere inside the operating room was tense and solemn.

Luo was completely focused on using the power of the Op-Op Fruit, his eyes never daring to relax for a moment, every movement precise, because he knew the success or failure of this operation was of paramount importance. Marco was also working in perfect harmony, helping to handle various unexpected situations.

And so, a day and a night passed, and the arduous surgery was finally completed.

Luo and Weiss slowly walked out of the operating room.

Wes seemed quite relaxed.

Koro, on the other hand, was completely exhausted.

The intense surgery left him no time to be distracted, and the continuous use of the Op-Op Fruit's power was taking a heavy toll on his stamina.

If it weren't for the significant improvement in his physical fitness under Cyrus's training, he probably wouldn't have been able to endure this surgery.

At this moment, all Luo wanted to do was find a place to get a good night's sleep; he was just too tired.

"How is it?"

The operating room was already surrounded by members of the Whitebeard Pirates, their faces filled with anxiety and anticipation. As soon as Law and Wes came out, they couldn't wait to ask questions.

"The surgery was successful, and Marco is taking care of him inside," Luo replied weakly.

"That's great!" Upon hearing the news, everyone cheered and jumped for joy, as excited as if they wanted to rush into the operating room to see Whitebeard immediately.

However, just as they were about to take action, Luo stopped them.

Luo said weakly, "Whitebeard is sleeping soundly right now, it's best not to disturb him."

The crew members all knew that Whitebeard hadn't had a good night's sleep in a long time, and now he was finally able to get some rest.

So the crew quickly arranged rooms for Law and Weiss so they could rest, and then waited quietly outside the operating room, continuing to watch over Whitebeard.

Luo didn't know how long he had slept, but he was awakened by the lively noise coming from outside.

He rubbed his eyes groggily, and upon listening carefully, he realized it was the sound of a banquet starting.

When he arrived on the deck, he saw a lively and bustling scene.

The Whitebeard Pirates are holding a grand banquet here, and not only the Whitebeard Pirates, but all 43 of their pirate crews are also present.

The entire sea was filled with countless pirate ships.

Whitebeard and Wess were sitting in the very center, surrounded by admirers.

The two seemed to be talking about something, both with faint smiles on their faces, and the atmosphere looked very harmonious.

"Can you bear to part with these children?" Wes asked the white-bearded man, looking at the lively banquet scene before him.

"Gurararara..." Upon hearing this, the white-bearded man first let out his signature hearty laugh, then said with a magnanimous expression, "The Navy will not let the remnants of my era go unpunished."

His gaze slowly swept over the crew members who were reveling in the moment, his eyes showing both affection and a hint of helplessness.

On this vast ocean, the former Pirate King Roger has passed away, and Golden Lion Shiki and Red Earl have gradually disappeared. Now, only he remains active on this vast ocean, naturally becoming a thorn in the side of the Navy. The Navy has always wanted to find an opportunity to get rid of him.

Whitebeard was very pleased with his children; after so many years of experience, they were now able to stand on their own.

So now he just wants to enjoy these last happy moments with his children, and he's already resigned to what the future holds.

The grand banquet lasted for a long time, with everyone eating, drinking, laughing, and dancing to their hearts' content, fully enjoying this rare moment of reunion and joy.

However, midway through the banquet, Wes and Rhodes quietly left.

They knew in their hearts that the liveliness and emotional bonds here ultimately belonged to the Whitebeard Pirates, not to them.

In the past few days, the news that the Navy would publicly execute the second division captain of the Whitebeard Pirates has spread like wildfire to every corner of the world.

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

Everyone knows that Whitebeard has always valued his crew the most. In his pirate crew, the bond between his crew members is incredibly deep, like that of family.

The Navy's decision to publicly execute key members of the Whitebeard Pirates is undoubtedly a blatant provocation. The Whitebeard Pirates will certainly not stand idly by, so a thrilling battle between the Navy Headquarters and the Whitebeard Pirates is inevitable.

People have different opinions about this major event that is about to happen.

Some people were particularly excited upon hearing the news. They either deeply hated pirates and hoped that the Navy could take this opportunity to severely crack down on pirate forces and bring more peace to the sea.

Or perhaps they simply enjoy watching such intense conflict scenes and want to witness a major war that could shake the world.

Others, however, looked uneasy, knowing that the impact of this war would extend far beyond the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates.

The smoke of war will spread and affect the whole world. At that time, the balance of power among the various forces may be broken, and no one knows what changes will happen next.

"What's wrong with this world? The Big Mom Pirates just fell, and now the Navy is going after the Whitebeard Pirates."

Some people couldn't help but express such sentiments, as if they felt a deep sense of powerlessness and confusion in the face of this continuous turmoil.

"The more pirates die, the better." Some people hold this extreme view. In their eyes, pirates are the culprits that disrupt world peace, and only when the number of pirates decreases can the world become a better place.

However, regardless of the vast differences in their opinions, they all understood one thing: once the great war between the Navy and the Whitebeard Pirates broke out, the world would undergo earth-shattering changes.

The power structure may be reshuffled, and the seemingly stable situation will no longer exist.

Meanwhile, at the Navy Headquarters, preparations for the upcoming great battle are in full swing.

They recruited a total of 10 naval elites from various branches. These elites had all undergone rigorous selection and training and each possessed considerable strength.

All three generals returned to their headquarters to take command.

As the navy's top combat force, these three will play a crucial role in this great war.

The entire Marine Headquarters was united in their determination to win this battle. They seemed to already see the Whitebeard Pirates being routed by their attacks, and they seemed to foresee that after this war, the Marines' prestige would reach a new peak on the sea.

(End of this chapter)