Pirates on Rocks' Ship 996

However, Namur has not been on Fishman Island for many years, and he did not even return when Prince Shark Star succeeded to the throne of Fishman Island, so he is unaware of Fishman Island's current plans, which is why he came to Naga to sound him out.

He just didn't expect that Naga had even more concerns than he did.

After a moment of silence, Naga remembered and invited Namuel into the house.

"So, does Your Highness have a decision regarding the current situation? Perhaps you should consult King Shark Star privately first?" After a moment of silence, Namuel asked.

Naga shook her head with a wry smile and said, "I don't even need to ask. As long as I tell Shark Star what's going on here, he will definitely send the Sea King Army to help us in the battle, and he might even lead the army himself!"

"This...it can't be that bad, can it?" Namuel said hesitantly.

“Don’t you know the nature of royalty? Especially when it comes to something that won’t harm Fishman Island, he’ll definitely agree! He might even be thinking of using this opportunity to bring the Fishmen back into the public eye! But… this is war! War never ends without death! Even powerful forces like the Revolutionary Army, the Four Emperors, and the Navy have suffered crushing defeats.” Naga sighed and said:

"I don't want the warriors he brought out to end up unable to return with them. Just think how many families on Fishman Island will be destroyed because of this? And we... those who dragged them into the battlefield, are the culprits!"

Faced with Naga's words, Namuel swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue. Perhaps this was the difference between genders. As a man, Namuel thought about making achievements and establishing a career, while as a woman, Naga's thoughts were more emotional.

“Then… we shouldn’t notify Fishman Island? I’m sure Dad and the others won’t contact Fishman Island on their own initiative!” Namuel hesitated for a moment before saying.

Naga sighed again and said, "Putting aside how much Whitebeard has taken care of us in the past, once Shark Star finds out about this incident, he'll probably be quite unhappy with us!"

"This..." Namul was speechless for a moment. It turned out that the princess was even more conflicted than he was.

"Forget it, let's notify Shark Star instead, but you should do it!" Naga seemed to have suddenly realized something and spoke directly to Namuel.

Namur opened his mouth, about to ask why, but seeing that Naga seemed a little tired, he nodded and replied, "Then Your Highness should rest well. I'll go contact Fishman Island first!"

After Namuel left, Naga sighed and began preparing to welcome her husband, who might be coming soon.

Upon returning to his residence, Namur immediately contacted His Majesty Shark Star, who was far away on Fishman Island.

Fishman Island is currently managed by Shark Star. Of course, this is not because Neptune is dead, but because as time went by, Neptune gradually felt that his energy was not keeping up, so he simply let Shark Star be the king, while he guided Shark Star from behind the scenes.

Sure enough, after receiving Namuel's message, Shark Star's first reaction was to lead his troops to provide support.

However, after Namuel recounted the Naga's concerns, Shark Star immediately calmed down.

"I understand. I will discuss it with my father and the ministers, and then come up with the best solution!" Shark Star said after a moment of contemplation.

After Shark Star hung up the Den Den Mushi, Neptune, who was standing next to him, smiled and said to Shark Star, "Letting you marry the Naga was the best thing I ever did in my life. Do you know why it was Namur who contacted you, and not the Naga, just now?"

"This?" Shark Star was completely confused. Could this have something to do with the Naga?

Seeing his son's clueless expression, Neptune sighed and said, "Do you really think the Naga's worries are for themselves? Although she is the queen of the Naga, are there any Naga on Fishman Island now? Apart from herself, she doesn't have a single member of her race. So her worries are all for you!"

"And why did he ask Namur to contact you? It was so that you wouldn't have any reservations. When you spoke to Naga, you were speaking from the perspective of a husband, but when you spoke to Namur, you were speaking from the perspective of a king. That's why she had Namur contact you! Shark Star, in the future, consult with Naga more often. As long as she's willing to help you, the prosperity of Fishman Island is just around the corner."

Hearing his father's explanation, Shark felt a mix of sweetness and annoyance. He realized he was indeed a bit stupid. Naga had done so much for him behind the scenes, and if it weren't for Neptune's guidance, he wouldn't have known at all.

"Then Father, what should I do?" Shark Star asked, head bowed.

"What were you planning to do at first?" Neptune didn't answer, but instead asked Shark Star.

"I... I initially planned to personally lead the Sea King Army there, after all, Whitebeard's help to us deserves this kind of repayment!" Shark Star did not hide anything and directly stated his plan.

"So how will you solve the Naga's concerns? No war is without death. Although I believe everyone will trust you, can you live up to their trust?" Neptune asked, his smile fading.

Shark Star remained silent.

How can war not result in death? Even the Whitebeard Pirates have suffered heavy losses of crew members by now; it's an unavoidable fact.

“Think carefully about how to solve this problem! Go and inform the ministers to discuss it; perhaps they can give you some inspiration!” Neptune patted his son on the shoulder and said.

As a prince, Sharkstar is quite qualified, but as a king, he is too inexperienced. Therefore, Neptune plans to use the rest of his time to properly teach Sharkstar.

Soon, Shark Star summoned the ministers in the hall and explained the situation.

The ministers also gave their opinions. Most ministers agreed to send troops immediately, but opposed that King Shark Star should personally lead the troops.

A small number of ministers were worried that the enemy was too powerful, so they advised Shark Star to act cautiously.

Although the other side did not say it explicitly, Shark Star knew that their concerns were the same as the Naga's, so they did not approve of sending troops.

After listening to the opinions of all the ministers, Shark Star realized that they had no way to achieve the best of both worlds.

Chapter 828 Choice

“Brother, we definitely have to send troops, but I agree with the Left Minister’s suggestion that we shouldn’t let you go in person. Otherwise, what will happen to Fishman Island if something unexpected happens?” The second of the three Neptune brothers, Huangxing, said to his eldest brother, Shaxing.

“But if I don’t go, who will lead the team? We don’t even know where Jinbe is right now. We Fishman Island don’t have any strong fighters left to send out!” Shark Star shook his head and said.

“Isn’t the Naga Queen right at the front lines? As long as we hand over the military command to her, the Sea King’s army can easily travel from the ocean to the North Sea region. Once we get to the front lines, with the Naga Queen in command, are you still worried, brother?” The third brother, Fanchexing, also spoke up.

“However, some ministers still believe that war should be kept away from our Fishman Island. If the Sea King's army suffers heavy losses, we fishmen may not even be able to protect ourselves!” Shark Star shook his head and said.

As soon as he finished speaking, the minister of the left and several others nodded in agreement.

"War has never been far from Fishman Island, Your Majesty!" But the Right Minister also stepped forward and said, "You know the current status of Fishman Island in the world. Now is a good opportunity for the world to recognize Fishman Island again! Even if there are losses, can they be greater than the losses that Fishman Island has suffered in the past?"

The Right Minister's words were met with nods of agreement from virtually all the other ministers.

In the past, Fishman Island was practically a slave farm in the world. If it weren't for the Whitebeard Pirates' rescue, the people of Fishman Island would still be living in dire straits.

Therefore, compared to before, they are more willing to die in the war for the future of Fishman Island.

"If Your Majesty truly cannot find suitable candidates for the expedition, this old minister is willing to go personally! Moreover, Lord Huangxing has also said that with Queen Naga at the front lines, commanding the Sea King Army is no problem at all!" The Right Minister, seeing so many people supporting him, continued excitedly.

Shark Star was moved by the Right Minister's words and was about to issue the order according to his instructions when a voice suddenly came from behind him.

"Brother, I...I want to go too!" Bai Xing's enormous body appeared in the hall, but she looked timid and frightened, and anyone who saw her would think that what she just said was just a joke.

"Alright, Shirahoshi! The North Sea isn't a fun place; they went there to fight!" Shark Star said with a smile.

The three brothers doted on their younger sister, and Queen Naga was especially fond of her.

If Shark Star really sent White Star to the North Sea, then he believed the Naga would be extremely angry.

"I...I'm not going there to play. I can help my brother and sister-in-law Naga!" Bai Xing pouted and said somewhat angrily.

Whether it was her elder brother or anyone else, they always treated her like a child, but she was no longer the little girl who would only hide in the hard-shelled castle!

"Then tell me, what help can you offer if you go there?" Shark Star asked with a light laugh.

He would still regard Shirahoshi as the younger sister who needed his protection.

“Isn’t Sister-in-law Naga looking for someone? I can ask my Sea King friends to help search. They’re really good at finding things! And they know a lot!” Bai Xing said, looking very knowledgeable.

Shark Star was about to refute White Star, but suddenly froze.

Shirahoshi is right, he can summon sea kings!

Using a device that allows sea kings to search for extraterrestrial visitors is far more powerful than the sea king army, and it won't cause any damage. This is simply the best method.

But not only did he not expect it, but none of the ministers present also thought of it. He even felt that the Naga had subconsciously overlooked Shirahoshi.

Although they knew it was a good idea, everyone looked at Shark Star, realizing that this was a problem beyond their control.

"Bai Xing, are you serious?" After thinking for a long time, Shark Star looked up at Bai Xing and asked seriously.

"Big Brother!" Before Bai Xing could answer, Huang Xing exclaimed anxiously, "Does Big Brother really intend to send Bai Xing to the North Sea? That's a battlefield!"

"So what?" Shark Star looked at White Star with affection on his face and said, "She is not only our sister, but also the princess of Fishman Island, the once-in-a-millennium mermaid princess of Fishman Island, bearing the future of Fishman Island on her shoulders! What's more, this is what she asked for herself, and I think she is ready! Other fishmen can give their lives for the future of Fishman Island, and so can she!"

“That’s right!” Bai Xing nodded excitedly and said, “I can give my life for Fishman Island at any time!”

It was only then that everyone realized what was happening and began to voice their objections.

Although the situation is urgent, it's not to the point of sacrificing Princess Shirahoshi yet! Princess Shirahoshi is the future of Fishman Island. If something were to happen to her in the North Blue, it would be a fatal blow to Fishman Island.

However, at this moment, both Shirahoshi and Shark Star seemed to have made up their minds, believing that it was the best arrangement for Shirahoshi to fight at this time.

Seeing this, Huang Xing gave his younger brother, Fan Che Xing, a wink. Fan Che Xing immediately nodded and then quietly left.

Not long after, just as the ministers were arguing fiercely about Shirahoshi's participation in the war, Flip Star brought King Neptune into the hall.

"Your Majesty Neptune!" Everyone bowed and greeted him upon seeing Neptune.

Although he is no longer the king, Neptune's prestige on Fishman Island remains unmatched.

"What happened? Why are you making such a fuss here?!" Neptune asked in a deep voice as he approached Shark Star.

Although he already knew what had happened from Fanchexing, he still asked again.

Upon hearing this, Shark Star immediately recounted the events, focusing on Bai Xing's desire to go to the North Sea.

Upon hearing this, Neptune looked at Shirahoshi with a kind expression and said, "While I understand your desire to do something for Fish-Man Island, do you know what going to the North Blue means? A war between two worlds is taking place there! Perhaps you don't know what's happening there, but it's war, a very brutal war. Even super powers like the Four Emperors' pirate crews, the Navy, and the Revolutionary Army have suffered a major defeat in the North Blue! So, do you still want to go to the North Blue?"

Bai Xing nodded without hesitation and said, "I agree with what you said, brother. As a member of Fishman Island, I am always ready to fight for Fishman Island. Moreover, the bigger the stage, the more likely the world will recognize our strength."

Chapter 829 A Wake-Up Call

King Neptune was quite pleased with Shirahoshi's words. Although everyone doted on her, she hadn't become a scoundrel like the Celestial Dragons. Instead, the kindness in her heart had never been extinguished.

So, in front of all the ministers and Shark Star, he nodded and said, "May the Sea God bless you! Then this time, Bai Xing will lead half of the Sea King's army to conquer the North Sea!"

"Your Majesty Neptune!" Before Shirahoshi could even agree, the ministers objected in unison, saying, "The Neptune army is already sufficient for this expedition. There is absolutely no need to send Princess Shirahoshi as well. We urge Your Majesty Neptune to reconsider!"

"Father, do you also think that Bai Xing's trip to the North Sea was the right thing to do?" Shark Star looked at Neptune with some surprise and asked.

In his opinion, Shirahoshi was definitely Neptune's favorite child.

“That’s right, Shark Star!” Neptune nodded and said, “Only this time do I think you are a qualified king! It would have been best to have you accompany Shirahoshi, but if you went too, and something unexpected happened, and Naga, Shirahoshi, and you couldn’t return, then Fishman Island would have no future! So you are the safety net!”

"Father, please believe me! And believe in the Whitebeard Pirates! Only when the three of us are there will the Whitebeard Pirates fight even harder to protect us!" Shark Star said, his eyes gleaming with wisdom.

Neptune shook his head and said, "Even if only Naga is there, I believe Whitebeard will protect him well! The problem isn't there, but... if the Whitebeard Pirates are defeated, how will you preserve yourselves?"

Upon hearing this, Shark Star remained silent.

He never imagined the Whitebeard Pirates would be defeated. That was the world's strongest pirate crew! Even when facing the Navy and the World Government, they had no choice but to retreat. Who would dare to act recklessly in front of the Moby Dick?

This is the prestige of the Whitebeard Pirates!

“That’s why I only sent Naga and Shirahoshi. Of the three of you, at least one of you must stay on Fishman Island, otherwise… we’ll pretend we don’t know anything! I think that’s what Naga wanted too!” Neptune said heavily, looking at the silent Shark Star.

"I understand, Father, but at least let me safely deliver Bai Xing to the North Sea, is that alright?" Shark Star said with a hint of pleading.

Although Neptune wanted to agree, he knew he couldn't, so he shook his head and said, "Huangxing and Fanchexing will go to the North Sea with Baixing, but you... must stay on Fishman Island!"

Finally, as if resigned to its fate, Shark Star nodded and replied, "I... understand!"

Neptune patted Shark Star on the shoulder and said, "This is the fate of royalty. Of course, if you can leave behind descendants and educate them to be successful, you can do whatever you want, just like I am now!"

Looking at Neptune's smile, Shark Star seemed to see his own future as well, and silently set a goal for himself: to have more children, because among his and the Naga's children, there must be one who inherits the title of Naga Queen.