The natural system started off strong, but the navy finally reached its peak!

He directly pointed out the most crucial fact.

It was his intervention at the crucial moment that allowed Blackbeard to break free from his entanglement with Luffy!

"Huh?! You're going to drag me to death?! Straw Hat Boy, are you going to drag me to death?!"

Blackbeard seemed to have heard the funniest joke, letting out his signature "Zehahaha" laugh, a laugh filled with sarcasm and irony.

"Lord Five Elders, you must be joking!"

He turned around to face Saint Satan.

"I'd rather drag him down with me!!"

"If you don't make a move, my crew will be able to take care of those small fry in the Straw Hat Pirates in no time, and then come and help me!"

"Then, won't Straw Hat Boy be completely at my mercy?!"

He tried to emphasize that he was not fighting alone, but had a strong team of cadres.

“Your partner? Ha!” Satan Saint let out an undisguised sneer.

"Foolish fellow!"

"What do you mean by that?" Blackbeard frowned.

Satan's next words were like ice water poured over Blackbeard's head, instantly freezing his smile on his face!

"The Navy... has landed on the island! Did you know that?!"

"Kizaru Borsalino, 'Thor' Enel, and 'World's Greatest Swordsman' Hawkeye Mihawk..."

"All of Gern Reginald Sigmar's top combatants have entered the fray!"

He stared at Blackbeard's suddenly changed expression and continued coldly:

Why do you think your "partners" haven't come to your aid yet?

Why did I let you fight the Straw Hat Boy for so long?

"Because of what...?"

"because……"

"They've been completely outmatched by the Navy!"

"!!!"

Blackbeard's pupils suddenly contracted to pinpoints!

Kizaru? Enel? Hawkeye?

All of Gern's top combatants...have arrived?!

And... they've already clashed with their own officers?!

It's even possible... they've already gained the upper hand?!

So Shiliu, Van Oka, Bagges, Samuel... even Kuzan...

Their delay wasn't because they were being held up by the rest of the Straw Hat crew, but because... they encountered an even stronger enemy?!

A chilling sensation instantly shot up from the soles of Blackbeard's feet and straight to the top of his head!

He realized that he might have... seriously misjudged the situation!

This Eghardt is not some "treasure trove" or "hunting ground" that the Blackbeard Pirates can take whatever they want!

It's a death trap that brings together top forces from multiple sides!

And he, Marshall D. Teach, this self-righteous "hunter," may have unknowingly become... an even bigger prey in the eyes of others!

Satan Saint looked at Blackbeard's appearance, which was as if he had been struck by lightning, his face alternating between pale and ashen, and a hint of barely perceptible satisfaction flashed in his eyes.

The purpose of the tapping has been achieved.

Now, it's time for this still-useful "chess piece" to recognize reality and reposition itself.

"Now, you only have two choices before you, Blackbeard." Satan's voice regained its calmness, yet carried a commanding tone.

"Either continue wandering around here like a headless fly."

"Wait until the Navy, the Straw Hat Pirates, or someone else pick you off one by one and devour you and your 'comrades'..."

He paused, his cane pointing to the empty data container.

"Either... cooperate with me and find the real data core that Vegapunk transferred."

"In short, the secrets of this island are not as simple as just Vegapunk."

"Will you become someone else's prey, or... seize the last chance to grab the real 'treasure'?"

“Choose, Marshall D. Teach.”

Blackbeard gritted his teeth, his facial muscles still twitching.

Then he slowly raised his head, looked at Saint Satan, and grinned again, revealing a toothless mouth.

"Hahaha... The Five Elders are right..."

"It seems we'll have to... cooperate properly this time!"

Chapter 676 World Events, The 'Giants' Set Off

Meanwhile, outside, at sea.

The World Economic News Agency's pervasive intelligence network has once again demonstrated its astonishing efficiency.

In just three days, news of the dramatic changes on Egghead Island, Egerhead...

Through newsbirds and encrypted radio waves, it spread to every corner of the world and the Grand Line.

The front-page headline, naturally, was a major news story meticulously crafted by Morgans.

"The Straw Hat Boy's Standoff! World's Greatest Scientist Vegapunk Kidnapped?!"

The report, written in highly sensational language, depicted the Straw Hat Pirates "brazenly" breaking into the heavily guarded scientific research sanctuary, Egerhard.

And it is "suspected" that Dr. Vegapunk, the world's number one scientist, was kidnapped.

The article portrays Luffy and his crew as crazy pirates who disregard order and covet cutting-edge technology, and defines this conflict as a serious provocation against the authority of the World Government.

It's a pity that this event, which should have been a world-shaking event...

In the following days, however, it was quickly overwhelmed by another series of even more explosive events that would have a greater impact on the maritime landscape.

Another wave of trouble has begun!

A new world map redrawn!

First, there was the Big Mom Pirates, the original Yonko crew that lost Charlotte Linlin, the soul and pillar of their strength.

After suffering a crushing defeat on Onigashima and the heavy blow of the 'Mother's' confirmed demise, the internal situation teetered on the brink of chaos and division.

But Charlotte Perospero, the eldest son of the Charlotte family and "Minister of Candy," and his second son...

Charlotte Katakuri, the head of the "Sweet Commanders," the family's greatest masterpiece.

It demonstrated amazing resilience and skill.

They first stabilized the core area of ​​the Tottoran Kingdom, and unexpectedly...

One of the "Royal Fathers" of the emerging power, the Cross Guild

"The Crocodile" Shakrokdal held a secret meeting.

The content of the talks is unknown, but the result was earth-shattering!

Not long after, the leader of the Cross Guild, the new "Four Emperors," "Clown King" Buggy...

Through its controlled media channels, it officially announced to the public.

The Cross Guild will fully "incorporate" and "protect" the former Big Mom Pirates' territory, Whole Cake Island (Totto Land), and its remaining forces!

This statement caused a huge uproar around the world!

This means that the Cross Guild not only possesses legendary combat power like "Lone Red" Redfield, but also...

Crocodile, a master strategist, and Whitebeard Jr., a ruthless henchman.

Now, it has even swallowed up the vast legacy of the former Big Mom Pirates.

This includes the vast oceans of the world, abundant resources, and a population of many strange and exotic races.

And the remaining officers and combatants of the Big Mom Pirates (such as Perospero, Katakuri, etc., may join or cooperate in some form)!

The power, reputation, and threat level of the Cross Guild skyrocketed instantly!

From a "newly rich" who rose to prominence through mystery and public opinion.

It has leaped into becoming a behemoth with a huge base, strong combat power, and the ability to challenge any established force!

Its ambition and rapid expansion have drawn the attention of all powers.

This also gives Bucky's seemingly absurd title of "Clown King" a more dignified and intimidating feel.

"The Cross Guild... is getting more and more troublesome." Countless people sighed as they read the newspaper.

Almost simultaneously, another piece of news leaked from within the Navy (or through certain channels), which Morgans astutely picked up and sensationalized.

The newly appointed Admirals of the Navy Headquarters, "Akainu" Sakazuki and "Devil" Douglas Barrett

During their return to New Marineford, they joined forces to try to intercept and capture Barolok Redfield, the top combatant of the Cross Guild!

However, this operation, which was seen by the outside world as a "strong warning from the Navy to the new Four Emperors," had a different outcome...

The Red Earl has successfully escaped!

Although the report did not describe the details of the battle, the fact that "the combined efforts of the two naval superpowers failed to capture even one Red Earl" is evident.

It is enough in itself to evoke endless imagination and shock!

The Cross Guild would certainly not miss this excellent opportunity for publicity!

Through their controlled media channels, they widely publicized the "heroic feat" of "the Red Earl outmaneuvering two naval admirals and calmly retreating."

This will further enhance the deterrent power of the Red Earl and the Cross Guild!

Meanwhile, Morgans, always eager to stir up trouble, created a "big news" story.

Without holding back, they raised an even more pointed question in the editorial section.

The old emperors are gone, the new emperors shall rise! After ending the era of the Red-Haired Warriors, does the Independent Navy feel fear towards the new generation of the Four Emperors?

.......

Just as various forces were taking turns to perform, and public opinion was in an uproar...

On the other side of the world, in Elbaf, the land of giants.

Inside a rustic tavern by the coast, the strong aroma of ale and roasted meat filled the air.

Two ancient giants whose size far exceeded that of ordinary people

Former captains of the Giant Warrior Pirates, "Blue Oni" Dorry and "Red Oni" Brogy, sat facing each other.

What was laid out in front of them was the latest edition of the World Economic News.

Their eyes, without prior arrangement, were fixed on the front-page photo of Luffy in his straw hat.

long silence.

Dongli slowly revealed a nostalgic and heroic smile, raised a huge wine glass comparable to a wine barrel, and took a big gulp.

"Hey... Straw Hat Boy, you've caused such a commotion again."

"Crack! Crack! Crack! Crack!!" Brogy laughed heartily, patting his round belly.

"Kidnapping the world's top scientist? That's typical of him! He's a worthy warrior we've chosen!"

They remembered the boy in the small garden many years ago, wearing a straw hat, who desperately tried to stop their duel to keep his oath to his comrades.

I recalled that battle that lasted for nearly a century.

The boy's intervention and the barbecue brought an end to the story, but also helped them rediscover their former friendship and their passion for seafaring.

"Hey, Brogy." Dorry put down his glass, his expression turning serious. "That smile isn't wrong, is it?"