Pirates on Rocks' Ship 996

"Yes, Father!" Upon hearing this, Lakyo turned and left to relay the order.

"Let's go, Jozu! It's time for us to set off too!" Whitebeard said to Diamond Jozu beside him after seeing Rakuyo leave.

“Yes, Dad!” Joz replied in a deep voice.

Meanwhile, Reina, who was rushing to the front line, first received news that the front line had been attacked. However, after learning about the beasts that attacked them, he shared the same view as Whitebeard: that extraterrestrials were planning to attack the base of a certain force.

Reina immediately tried to contact the Whitebeard Pirates' base.

However, since he was already some distance from the base, and the battle had already begun, after several attempts, although he could connect to the base's Den Den Mushi, the signal was too weak to make a proper call.

However, this also made him realize that at least the Whitebeard Pirates' base should be safe now, otherwise they would be impossible to contact.

Chapter 783 Convergence

"Captain Rakuyo, something's not right!" Just as Whitebeard was leading his captains in an attack on the aliens' territory, Rakuyo received a warning from his intelligence officer.

"What's going on?" Laqué asked, frowning, as he was about to board the ship.

"We contacted the first mate and also the base. Although we got through to both, the situation at the base is a bit strange. They seem to be under attack!" the intelligence officer said after a moment's hesitation.

Lakyo looked at the intelligence officer with confusion and said, "Isn't it normal for us to be attacked at this time?"

"But... if the extraterrestrials are targeting us, shouldn't we be unable to contact our base? The energy barrier they used before was supposed to block energy, wasn't it?" the intelligence officer questioned.

Just as Lacjo was about to say that the attack on them was just a feint and that the extraterrestrials actually had someone else in mind, he suddenly froze.

There's absolutely no need for those extraterrestrial attacks to be feigned!

They possess methods to shield themselves from Rouen, allowing them to launch surprise attacks on any faction's stronghold without anyone noticing, making it completely unnecessary for them to feign attacks on other factions as cover.

So why were their bases attacked, and why weren't they blocked?

Lacjo stood there, lost in thought.

“Something is definitely not right. Have you reported this information to your father?” Lakyo asked seriously.

"No!" The intelligence officer shook his head and said, "I just find it strange, and it's just my own opinion; I haven't actually discovered anything!"

“Report this to Dad immediately! Something is definitely not right! Because… the energy barrier user on the other side may not have actually appeared yet!” Lakyo said, getting straight to the point.

"What?" The intelligence officer was stunned, asking incredulously, "The enemy's ability users haven't appeared yet? But haven't their counterattack already begun?"

“That’s right, I think… all of this is very likely just a feint, to probe our strength and then strike at a point they want!” Laco looked at the Whitebeard Pirates fleet that had already set sail in the distance and said, “Contact Old Man immediately and tell them to halt their attack!”

"Yes, Captain Lacjo!" Upon hearing this, the intelligence officer immediately turned and left. Now was not the time for chatting; he had to contact his father as soon as possible!

However, after the intelligence agent contacted Whitebeard, Whitebeard only thought for a moment before deciding to continue the attack!

Because they cannot stop moving forward just because of one of the other side's ability users.

The Navy has now lost its offensive capabilities, and the Big Mom Pirates and the Beast Pirates are of unknown whereabouts. If the Whitebeard Pirates cannot set an example, then this counterattack against the extraterrestrial visitors will come to an end.

So even knowing there might be a trap ahead, Whitebeard had no choice but to lead his captains to continue the attack.

"So Father ordered you to take the rest of the men and wait for the first mate. Once you meet up with the first mate, follow behind them. They will slow down, and if the enemy ambushes ahead, we can be reinforcements!" The intelligence officer relayed Whitebeard's words to Laco.

"I understand! Tell Dad that after I meet up with Reina, I will follow closely behind him. If there are any problems, please let me know immediately!" Upon hearing this, Laqué could only nod helplessly in agreement.

But when Lacoo caught up with Reina, Reina's expression immediately changed, and he immediately demanded that Lacoo catch up with the Moby Dick.

"Why?" Laqué asked, looking puzzled.

"Idiot!" Reina explained as he ordered the ship to set sail, "Idiot, since all places have been attacked but there's still no news of any barrier users, it means they're waiting—waiting for someone to make a move! Anyone who dares to continue attacking will definitely become their target! But they've already dispatched quite a few strong individuals everywhere, so I believe they don't have many left. They can only target one particular force!"

"So...whoever takes the initiative becomes their target?" Laqué gasped and asked.

“That’s right! And we have no way to break through their moves right now. If we split up, wouldn’t that be playing right into their hands? The best way to deal with them is to gather all our forces together! Otherwise, it’s pointless to have more people if they are isolated!” Reina sighed and said.

Lakyo was taken aback, then his face darkened. They had only thought about how to ask for help, but they had forgotten the most fundamental thing.

Within the energy shield, if their combat strength surpasses that of their opponent, it would be enough to break the deadlock, but they forgot this simplest method.

The main point is that, although their main force is still under Whitebeard's leadership, Lacko has diverted some of his forces to follow behind. If he had considered this issue beforehand, it would undoubtedly have given the Whitebeard Pirates a greater chance of victory.

So after being reminded by Reina, Laco immediately ordered the ship to head towards the Moby Dick and instructed the intelligence officer to contact Whitebeard and have them stop and wait for him to join them.

Soon, the Moby Dick stopped moving forward, waiting for Rakuyo and Reyna to reunite with Whitebeard before continuing.

"Brother, it seems the extraterrestrials have really launched a full-scale attack this time! All the bases of the forces in the North Sea that participated in the attack have been attacked! Although they didn't send that strange ability user, their strongest warriors have come out in full force!" After meeting Whitebeard, Reina immediately shared the information he knew with him.

"So... they intend to stop our attack! Because they know that their chances of winning a direct confrontation with us now are slim! The more they know this, the less we can afford to give up the attack! If we don't set an example... the others will be even less likely to take the initiative to attack!" Whitebeard nodded and said.

"It seems that's the only way. Let's have the Whitebeard Pirates take on their opponent!" Reina said with a fighting spirit.

"Hahaha... It's been a long time since I've seen the first mate so eager to fight!" Laco said with a loud laugh.

Given his relationship with Reina, he rarely addressed Reina as the first mate, but with a major battle imminent, he didn't mind letting Reina have some fun first!

Chapter 784 Launching the Attack

After Reina and Whitebeard reunited, the entire Whitebeard Pirates fleet headed straight for the island of the extraterrestrial visitors.

On the other hand, everyone was paying attention to their own situation while also keeping an eye on the trends of the major powers.

The Navy's stagnation and the disappearance of the Big Mom Pirates and the Beasts Pirates had initially caused some major powers to back down. However, when they learned that the Whitebeard Pirates had withstood the pressure and launched a direct attack on the enemy, many people couldn't help but secretly cheer.

"The Whitebeard Pirates truly deserve to be called the world's number one pirate crew! Newgate has seen the world's situation firsthand; his vision is far beyond what ordinary pirates can achieve!" Sengoku, stationed at the front lines of the Navy, couldn't help but sigh after learning about the Whitebeard Pirates' movements.

"Don't even mention ordinary pirates, even those guys who are also called the Four Emperors can't compare to him at all!" Garp said, curling his lip.

"Alright, Fujitora has already set off for the North Blue. Once he arrives at his base, we'll have no more worries about our rear, and then we can continue our offensive. We can't let the pirates get ahead, Garp!" Sengoku said with a smile.

"Of course! I've been itching to get going for ages!" Garp said, his fighting spirit burning. "Why don't we just set off? Fujitora's already gone, so there's no point in us waiting here. He's not coming here anyway! If we can't hold our position, there's no point in us staying here!"

Sengoku thought for a moment, nodded, and said, "Alright! This time, I'll do as you say. Have the fleet prepare, and we'll set off!"

"Hahaha... This decision you made is the wisest decision of your life!" Garp laughed loudly, then went to instruct the fleet to prepare for departure.

Meanwhile, Big Mom and Kaido, who had already made preparations in the Mirror World, learned of the Whitebeard Pirates' movements. Big Mom laughed and said, "Well, well, well... I really didn't expect Newgate to launch a counterattack directly. Is he confident in dealing with that strongman? Or does he intend to die here?"

"Alright, Linlin, ignore that old guy. He has nothing left but a reputation!" Kaido shook his head and said, "Let's launch our attack soon! Don't let the Whitebeard Pirates get ahead!"

"mom!"

"Governor!"

Just as Kaido finished speaking, Mont-d'Or and Queen shouted at the same time.

"Huh? What's wrong?" Big Mom and Kaido looked at the two of them and asked.

Montor and Quinn exchanged a glance, then said, "I think we can delay our attack!"

"Why?" Bigom asked, puzzled.

"Because so far, the energy shield user from the extraterrestrial visitors hasn't appeared! It's very likely that they're keeping this in mind just in case. If anyone dares to attack them, they'll deal with them! In their view, there aren't many forces that would dare to launch an attack under these circumstances! So it's entirely possible that they're keeping a backup plan!" Quinn explained.

"So what? Glug glug..." Kaido scoffed, taking a large gulp of sake. "Do you think we, with our two pirate crews joining forces, can't beat them?"

Upon hearing this, Montor swallowed back the words that were about to come out, and then looked at Bigom.

In his view, there was absolutely no need to confront the opponent's strongest person head-on. Right now, the Whitebeard Pirates were clearly leading the charge. As long as they drew the opponent's firepower away, they could easily break through the enemy's defenses!

By the time the outcome of the battle on the Whitebeard Pirates' side is decided, it won't have much impact on them, regardless of who wins or loses, because by then they will probably have already reached the other side's central island!

Therefore, at this point, there is absolutely no need to fight the other side head-on.

However, Kaido's fighting spirit has been completely ignited by the Whitebeard Pirates and Whitebeard Newgate, and even Big Mom doesn't want to clash with Kaido at this time.

“Governor, let’s occupy their central island first! There… we think we can find what we’re looking for there!” Just as everyone was silent, Jin suddenly spoke up.

"Hmm?" Kaido looked at King with displeasure and asked, "You want me to be a coward? That old man Whitebeard is already charging in!"

Jin, however, acted as if he hadn't seen them, and called out, "Governor!"

"Alright, alright! Then let's wait a bit longer. But if the Whitebeard Pirates set foot on the enemy's island, and if the enemy doesn't target him, then no matter what, I'll attack!" Kaido replied helplessly.

Jin nodded and said nothing more.

After resolving Kaido's emotional outburst, Big Mom ordered Brulee to begin moving and find the mirror on the island where the next extraterrestrial visitor was located, so that they could launch an attack at any time.

Meanwhile, the Whitebeard Pirates, having joined forces with Reiner, were already approaching the island of the enemy extraterrestrial visitors.

"Big brother! Fire a few shells first to announce our arrival! Let them get ready!" Reina said with a smile, looking at the small island in front of him.

"Fire!" Whitebeard didn't waste any words and gave the order directly.

Their cannons are all ultra-long-range cannons modified by craftsmen from Wano Country. Although they are still some distance from the enemy's island, they are already within their firing range.

If they didn't choose to fire, they could have launched a sneak attack, but both Reina and Whitebeard are proud people, especially now that they are facing an undefeated powerhouse, they both want to defeat him head-on.

Kaido shares the same thought as Whitebeard and Reyna, which is why they don't want to wait.

"Boom boom boom..."

With the Whitebeard Pirates' cannon fire, the war officially began.

Meanwhile, as the Whitebeard Pirates launched their attack, Big Mom and Kaido, who had been waiting impatiently, also launched their attack right after the Whitebeard Pirates.

“So…are you ready to hunt, men!” Reina drew his sword and shouted.

"Oh~~~"

All the pirates in the Whitebeard Pirates suddenly became incredibly energetic, their eyes turning bloodshot as they entered war mode.

This wasn't due to Reina's ability, but rather because they had been holding back for too long. Despite being on the front lines of battle, they hadn't been able to engage the enemy. Now that the captain and first mate were here, Reina's words directly boosted their fighting spirit.

"Hyōrinmaru, Senbonzakura...you two should go have some fun too! But don't stray too far from me!" Reina said to Hyōrinmaru and Senbonzakura, who had already transformed into human form beside him.

"Yes, Master!" The two were already eager to try it out; such a large-scale war scene was indeed very moving.

Chapter 785 Taking Action

"Reina, the enemy's strength doesn't seem as great as we thought!" After the Whitebeard Pirates landed, the captains discovered that although there were many strong enemies, there weren't as many as they had anticipated.

“No rush, Big Brother hasn’t even landed on the island yet! Their abilities won’t be activated so soon!” Reina replied with a slight smile.

When Whitebeard and Reyna are present, Reyna usually leads the charge, while Whitebeard stays behind. As long as Whitebeard hasn't moved, it means the Whitebeard Pirates haven't gone all out.

“That makes sense… After all, with Dad’s strength, the pressure he puts on them must be quite strong!” Vista said with a light laugh.

Having dealt with extraterrestrial visitors for so long, they already knew that these visitors judged their strength by the energy within them. Often, the moment they met their enemies, the enemies already knew their approximate level, and they had to fight them to know whether their opponents were truly powerful.