272. Kneel Down And Call Daddy

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Impel Down Level 6.

"Look here, look here!"

The massive worker lift creaked open at a snail's pace, revealing three tall individuals standing silently. On the floor, a bunch of human-like creatures, seemingly tied up, were wriggling fiercely, attempting to break free from their constraints.

Boom!

A muffled thud echoed, and the tied-up figures abruptly ceased their struggles, dropping to the ground.

"Why not just finish him off?" Donquino inquired with frustration.

"This fella is a big shot in Impel Down. Most likely, he's got a Vivre Card made for himself. If that Vivre Card vanishes, it'll surely raise an alarm," Beckman clarified to the pair as he pulled out a chubby man sporting an ancient Egyptian pharaoh's headdress from the elevator.

No errors allowed in this rescue plan!

Even the slightest detail mishap could up the chances of getting caught.

Conceal Hannyabal and some guards in hidden spots to keep tabs on the den den mushi. Ensure there are no patrolling guards nearby.

Beckman and Sunbell officially entered LV.6, also called Eternal Hell, where numerous wrongdoers are held captive!

They combed through each room.

The three of them are formidable haki users, possessing observation haki. It's more than sufficient to extend their range across the entire layer of Eternal Hell.

"I've got it!"

The red glow in Beckman's eyes faded, and a glimmer of joy appeared on his face.

Being Shanks's constant companion, Beckman is naturally more acquainted with his breath than Sunbell.

In an instant, he pinpointed Shanks' location.

"Let's move! Follow us, time's running out!"

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Marine Headquarters, Marineford Harbor.

Gululu!

Accompanied by a resounding bubble burst, a massive shadow emerged beneath the water, and the faces of all the Marines present turned deadly serious.

Fleet Admiral Sengoku's battle plan didn't account for

These folks are launching an attack from the depths of the sea!

Crash! ! !

The sea water surged, causing intense upheaval across the inland sea, and dozens of pirate ships with various flags suddenly materialized.

Ice Witch-Whitey Bay, Maelstrom-Spider Squard, Bohemian Knight-Doma...

One after another, the most renowned pirates in the New World surfaced, and they——

Without exception, all of them are imposing vessels under the leadership of the Whitebeard Pirates!

As for the seemingly unfamiliar ship at the forefront...

The pirate flag displays a white skull with multiple claw marks, and the backdrop consists of two long knives intertwined in the style of Western swords.

"It's the Red Force from the Red Hair Pirates, I recognize this ship!"

At the port, a Marine Rear Admiral uttered through clenched teeth.

Evidently, he had faced setbacks at the hands of the Red Hair Pirates, making this exceptionally familiar ship not unknown to him.

"Red Hair Pirates? Is this pirate group part of Whitebeard's extensive fleet?"

Bastille, standing in the front, turned his head, a hint of skepticism crossing his eyes.

"Vice Admiral Bastille! This... I'm not sure. Those individuals are formidable, but they only entered the New World last year. It seems unlikely they'd have gotten in touch with the Whitebeard Pirates so soon, right?"

The Rear Admiral spoke with an uncertain tone.

Vice Admiral Bastille is among the recently appointed Vice Admirals in the headquarters, and he cannot afford to take him lightly. Following the appointment documents from Sengoku, most of the Marines received promotions.

Except for the Candidate Admiral Hajuryu.

He was initially a Commodore and, fortuitously, managed to secure a promotion to Rear Admiral.

Even if he has accomplished significant feats, certain qualifications within the system are still necessary, unless your strength speaks for itself.

And this Rear Admiral clearly doesn't fit that mold.

"Vice Admiral Hakuryu not only captured Marshall D.Teach but also apprehended the captain of the Red Hair Pirates, Red Hair-Shanks," Onigumo, the new Vice Admiral beside him, responded with an impassive expression.

"Maybe these guys are attempting to avenge their captain."

"Pirates, when confronted by us Marines, are often left powerless and furious," Onigumo remarked with a cold expression, a hint of disdain evident.

Rumble! ! !

Abruptly, roars echoed in the clear blue sky, and numerous flames suddenly materialized, descending upon the various pirate groups in Crescent Port! !

This is the firepower mechanism on the Ryu-Sen! !

Even before any noticeable activity, Sengoku had discreetly pressed the signaling device, issuing an attack command to the Ryu-Sen.

Moreover, thanks to the influence of Atlas' ability, even the physical projectiles like cannonballs on the ship would be concealed. However, the flames generated by air friction were evidently beyond the ability's coverage.

As a result, a few attacks remained visible to the naked eye.

"Is this... some kind of Devil Fruit power?" 

Gazing at the formidable force resembling a meteor hurtling to the ground, the captains of Whitebeard's fleet maintained their composure, their muscles taut.

This kind of tactic...

It's still too basic to handle them! !

On the Red Force.

"Uh! Just leave this to me!"

Lucky Roux, donning a blue and white striped shirt, devoured a chicken leg, bones and all, and gulped it down. He smeared two handfuls of oil on his body and patted his chest with confidence.

Buzz! !

As soon as he finished speaking, Lucky Roux's initially plump figure expanded in the breeze, shedding excess fat rapidly. Similar to a legendary heavenly ascent, he soared instantly, casting a colossal shadow over everyone on the Red Force.

"Clear the way!!"

Taking a slight step back, his fist became enveloped with a dark Haki layer, and the muscles in his body resembled a taut bow ready to release!

Go for it! Punch!

Like a lightning strike, a spring thunder suddenly resounded, and the formidable power was unleashed into the air! !

The captains of other fleets serving under Whitebeard also unleashed their extraordinary abilities. Suddenly, the echoes of explosions and roars reverberated, transforming the entire sky into an endless purgatory.

Innumerable small mushroom clouds ascended, turning the sky instantly into a black expanse.

"Gurarara~ Well done, I gladly accept you Marine's gift!!"

At that moment, laughter echoed from beneath the sea in the crescent-shaped harbor, and the colossal Moby Dick emerged from the water like a lively whale.

Its sleek and graceful form churned up colossal waves, and then, under the astonished gazes of all Marines, it anchored firmly on the sea.

That's it!

The Whitebeard Pirates and their fleet have gathered! !

"Dad——!! Save me——!!"(T/N: I can't help but compare how Ace behaved and how he is behaving)

As Whitebeard made his entrance, cries emanated from the towering execution platform.

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