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Despite the shock of the situation, duty called.
Onigumo exclaid excitedly, "Admiral Aokiji, Admiral Golden Fox, Whitebeard, and Uchiha Sasuke are seriously injured now. This is our best chance to capture them!"
"With two Admiral-level combatants, we might completely wipe out the Whitebeard Pirates today!"
Naruto's face changed slightly.
He instinctively wanted to refuse but found no suitable excuse.
After all, it truly was the perfect opportunity to take down the Whitebeard Pirates.
But what about Sasuke?
"Let's consult Fleet Admiral Sengoku first," Aokiji suggested, noticing Naruto's hesitation.
He understood so of the history between Naruto and Sasuke and temporarily relieved the tension.
The Den-Den Mushi was quickly activated, and Sengoku's stern and urgent voice ca through.
"Kuzan, has the battlefield situation changed? I'll send Admiral Kizaru to support you imdiately."
Sengoku's anxiety was justified.
Whitebeard and Sasuke posed an unparalleled threat, and the Marines' forces were already stretched thin.
"Don't worry, Fleet Admiral," Aokiji replied nonchalantly, recounting the recent events.
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"What?! Kisa defeated both Whitebeard and Uchiha Sasuke?" Sengoku's voice almost cracked with disbelief.
"Kuzan, are you joking at a ti like this?"
However, after testimonies from Vice Admirals and Naruto, Sengoku finally accepted the shocking reality.
As incredulous as it was, the situation was too favorable to ignore.
"Imdiately pursue the Whitebeard Pirates! Ignore the rest of the crew and focus on
capturing Whitebeard and Uchiha Sasuke!" Sengoku's excitent was evident.
"Without Whitebeard, those two opportunists, Kaido and Big Mom will devour the remaining power!"
With orders from the top, there was no room for debate.
"Alright"
Naruto, despite his reservations, led the fleet in pursuit.
However, he planned to hold back, confident that Sasuke could escape unscathed.
However...
The unexpected twist ca when the Red-Haired Pirates intercepted the Marines, blocking their pursuit of Whitebeard.
"Red-haired Shanks, what's the aning of this?"
Aokiji's usually calm deanor shifted, and his voice grew cold as he addressed the red- haired Emperor.
"I'm here to stop this war from escalating any further," Shanks replied firmly.
"Whitebeard is already severely injured. You marines, who claim to uphold justice, shouldn't take advantage of such a situation."
"With the fight over, it's ti to call it a day."
Shanks's calm voice masked the turmoil within.
He had co to prevent further bloodshed, but the situation had spiraled out of his control.
Kisa, Whitebeard, and even Sasuke had beco secondary players, leaving him and the Marines directly opposing one another.
Still, Shanks was determined to protect Whitebeard.
Allowing his defeat would disrupt the delicate balance of power across the seas.
He unsheathed his sword, Gryphon, and pointed it at the Marines.
"If you insist on fighting, I won't back down."
His crew each brandished their weapons on his side.
Aokiji's gaze darkened, his breath visible in the cold air that began to freeze the sea.
"You think the Marines will retreat because of your threat, Shanks?" he asked, his tone sharp.
The temperature dropped sharply as Aokiji prepared himself for battle.
"So say you're a big deal on the seas. I didn't understand it before. Now, I do."
Shanks smirked; his expression unwavering.
He turned slightly and addressed a man standing nearby.
"Hawkeye, they have two Admirals. Care to lend a hand?"
Hearing this, Aokiji's expression faltered slightly.
Dracule Mihawk, the world's greatest swordsman and a mber of the Shichibukai, was
aboard Shanks's ship.
"Mihawk, are you planning to side with Shanks against the Marines?"
Mihawk shook his head calmly.
"I don't intend to fight today. Get a ship. I'm heading to Fish-Man Island."
Mihawk's focus was entirely elsewhere, captivated by the destructive sword slash he had witnessed earlier.
It was unlike anything he had ever seen, and he was determined to uncover its secrets.
Shanks's confident smile froze as Mihawk distanced himself from the conflict, leaving both
sides relieved.
Even Aokiji seed to relax slightly as the Marines provided Mihawk with a small boat to
depart.
Despite the growing tension, the confrontation ended without a resolution.
Though infuriated by Shanks's interference, the Marines lacked the ans to defeat the Red-
Haired Pirates in their entirety.
Naruto, recognizing Shanks's role in saving Sasuke, harbored no ill will and fought
halfheartedly, subtly holding back his full strength.
After a brief clash, both sides agreed to retreat.
Before leaving, Shanks cast a solemn glance at Naruto, noting the sheer power of his
Armant Haki.
This Golden Fox Admiral... his mastery of Haki was nearly limitless, reminiscent of Garp.
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Ten days later, the news of Kisa's triumph over Whitebeard spread across the seas, shocking everyone.
The details remained vague, but rumors of Kisa wielding a terrifying secret treasure to defeat Whitebeard quickly circulated.
Speculation ran rampant-could this secret weapon rival the Ancient Weapons of legend?
Even the Five Elders mobilized their agents, desperate to uncover the truth.
The focus shifted to Fish-Man Island, where Kisa was last seen.
The seas buzzed with activity as countless factions sought answers, all eyes locked on the mysterious depths of the ocean.
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