Detective: I'm Sato Miwako's Informant

Shiraishi Osamu's strength has undoubtedly been recognized by everyone during these two days and two nights of fighting.

Even Marco and the others, who were filled with rage at Shiraishi, had to admit that this guy was the strongest opponent the Whitebeard Pirates had ever encountered.

"let me."

Seeing Marco blasted away, Diamond Jozu, the third division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates, rushed forward.

He transformed into an incredibly hard and dazzling diamond, and his Armament Haki was pushed to its limit, completely enveloping his entire body.

Facing an opponent capable of defeating his father, he dared not be careless at all, and went all out from the start.

However, for Shiraishi Osamu, he was no different from anyone else.

With just one punch, Diamond 3.9 Joz was also sent flying backward. The enormous force felt like a mountain pressing down on Joz, making him feel suffocated for a moment.

"No wonder he was able to defeat my father, what terrifying power."

Only then did Diamond Jozu realize just how terrifying the power of Shiraishi Shu's punch was, after fighting his father for so long.

Even his diamond-formed body, known as the Diamond Shield, is the strongest defense.

Chapter 0223: An Early End

Even with the added enhancement of Armament Haki throughout his body, he still felt it was difficult to withstand.

Next up was Vista, wielding his longsword, unleashing a barrage of sword strikes that hurtled towards Shiraishi Xiu.

Shiraishi Osamu remained motionless and expressionless, still shattering all the sword energy with a single punch, sending the Flower Sword Vista flying as well.

Sachi and Blackbeard, who was determined to fight back, charged at him from the left and right, but Shiraishi remained unmoved and sent them both flying with two punches.

The division commanders of the Whitebeard Pirates were completely powerless against Shiraishi Osamu.

The group clenched their fists, unwilling to give up, and surrounded Bai Shixiu, but dared not come forward again.

The power gap is too great.

They had originally hoped that the opponent's strength would have been somewhat diminished due to fighting Whitebeard for two days and two nights.

But once they clashed, it became clear that Shiraishi Xiu was still in perfect peak condition.

This guy is practically an iron man, he hasn't changed at all.

Marco gritted his teeth. As the second-in-command of the Whitebeard Pirates, he should have been the one giving orders after Whitebeard's fall, but he didn't know what to do at this moment.

Normally, with Whitebeard taking care of them, they were completely unprepared to face powerful enemies independently when Whitebeard was not around.

To them, Whitebeard was not like a captain, but a father figure who doted on them.

Their absence left them somewhat bewildered.

Go find Shiraishi Osamu. They know perfectly well that the person who can defeat Whitebeard is someone they can't handle.

The air fell silent.

"Cough, that's enough, Marco, Sachi... stop it."

Whitebeard coughed violently, trying to support his weak body as he attempted to stand up, but due to his utter exhaustion, his massive frame swayed unsteadily.

"Dad, are you alright?"

Upon hearing Whitebeard's voice, Marco and the others quickly turned around, their faces filled with worry and concern, and rushed over to help him up.

"I'm fine, I'm just exhausted. It's been a long time since I've had such an intense battle."

Looking at Shiraishi Osamu, whose black uniform remained impeccably neat and unchanged from before, Whitebeard's expression was complex.

He knew long ago that no one could be the strongest in the world forever. He understood this principle long ago when he was on the Rocks Pirates' ship, watching the rise and fall of the once-powerful Rocks.

Whitebeard was mentally prepared for the fact that he would eventually be surpassed or even defeated.

He never intended to hold onto the title of the world's strongest man forever; all he cared about was his family.

Becoming the world's strongest man is simply so that he can better protect his family.

The title 733 doesn't mean much to him personally, just like the legendary One Piece, which he doesn't value.

But Whitebeard still didn't expect that someone could defeat him at such a time.

To defeat yourself head-on during the peak of your life.

Moreover, the other party has not suffered any damage.

"Hey, are you still going to fight or not? If not, pay the toll and repair fees, otherwise we won't let you go."

Seeing that the Whitebeard Pirates hadn't made a move for a long time, Shiraishi Osamu couldn't help but ask.

"Toll fees... so that's really all it's for?"

Chapter 0224: Unable to Hold Back

Marco and his team gritted their teeth, but quickly went to raise funds.

As the world's strongest pirate crew, the Whitebeard Pirates are still very wealthy.

Even the cost of rebuilding half of Fishman Island could be covered by them.

Of course, it will still hurt a little.

However, the situation was beyond their control. At this point, Shiraishi Shu had clearly gained the upper hand, and the Whitebeard Pirates had no room for negotiation.

It's already quite good that Shiraishi Xiu didn't go all out to kill them.

Marco and the others quickly paid all the fees, and Shiraishi Xiu, too lazy to bother with them anymore, waved his hand and let them leave.

"Now no one should dare to refuse to pay the toll and cause trouble here anymore."

Shiraishi Osamu murmured, and after the Whitebeard Pirates left, the remaining pirates who wanted to pass through Fishman Island to reach the Grand Line all obediently paid the toll, and no one dared to raise any objections.

Seeing this, Shiraishi Osamu nodded with satisfaction. Making an example of the Whitebeard Pirates to deter other pirates was indeed very effective.

"Ship's doctor, hurry... How's Dad?"

Marco looked at Whitebeard with a gaze full of worry.

If Whitebeard were to fall, the entire Whitebeard Pirates would be in danger of falling apart.

Moreover, in their hearts, Whitebeard held a father-like position, and they were even more unwilling to let anything happen to him.

"I'm just exhausted, I'll be fine after a rest."

Marco was relieved to receive a reply from the ship's doctor.

"Gulalala, don't be so nervous, I already said I'm fine."

Looking at his sons surrounding him, all filled with tension and worry, yet too cautious to speak, Whitebeard felt a sense of relief.

Family, indeed, family is the most important.

Whitebeard wondered why his sons were still so cautious even after he knew he was alright.

The title of the world's strongest was taken by someone else from that moment on...

It's highly unlikely that Whitebeard said he didn't care at all and felt nothing.

But looking around at his sons who were concerned and worried about him, Whitebeard felt a sense of languor, and all his previous frustration vanished.

"I know what you're thinking, but my defeat was simply inevitable. Every so often, outstanding figures are born on the high seas."

It wouldn't be surprising if they surpassed me.

"Although I'm a little resentful for being defeated by such a little guy, I don't really care about the title of the strongest man in the world."

"All I care about are you, my sons, Marco, Sachi..."

"As your father, I hope you can grow up quickly."

Looking at Marco and the others, Whitebeard's eyes sparkled with satisfaction and affection.

Whitebeard was alone since childhood and made up his mind early on to find his own family (Zhao Hao Zhao).

Now that he has succeeded, that is what makes him most proud.

In comparison, the fact that someone else has taken the title of the world's strongest man is insignificant.

Just like he once told Roger.

"All I care about is my family."

Compared to the title of One Piece or the world's strongest, neither is of any importance.

"Dad, we've let you down." Song.

Chapter 0225: Utterly Shocked

Hearing Whitebeard say this, Marco and the others felt even more ashamed. Since joining the Whitebeard Pirates, they seemed to have been able to offer Whitebeard very little real help.

All they could do was cheer from behind, and that was utterly useless when facing an opponent of Shiraishi Osamu's caliber.

Speaking of the Whitebeard Pirates, although they are known as the strongest pirate crew in the world.

But apart from Whitebeard, who stood at the pinnacle of the world, the others were nothing special.

Only then did they truly realize that everything they possessed was far too dependent on Whitebeard.

Only after Whitebeard was defeated did they realize their own vulnerability, finding themselves no different from the pirates they had once looked down upon.

737 "Gu Lala, if you know your shortcomings, you should work hard. Don't be so discouraged. I, Whitebeard, can still protect you for a long time, hahaha."

The white-bearded man reached out and patted his sons on the shoulders, then burst into laughter.

"Dad...we definitely will."

Hearing Whitebeard's encouraging words, Marco and the others raised their heads, revealing resolute eyes.

If it were before, it would be because of the world's strongest Whitebeard, and the care of the old man.

Marco and the others could continue to be lazy, leisurely and without any pressure.

But at this moment, someone who has surpassed Whitebeard has appeared: former Marine Admiral, the Yokai Shiraishi Osamu.

This greatly shocked and pressured Marco and the others, and also made them realize that they should work hard in the future and not rely entirely on their father.

"Hahaha."

Seeing his sons cheer up again, the white-bearded man burst into laughter, the sound echoing and seemingly glowing in the sunlight.

News of Shiraishi Osamu's fight against Whitebeard quickly spread throughout the world like a storm.