Chapter 3: Akainu's Disdain, Too Weak to Pose a Threat!

"Vice-Admiral Garp, if your grandson really becomes a pirate, I won't hold back when I encounter him!"

Akainu says with a stern face, embodying the absolute justice he follows!

Although Garp has more experience than him, he has always disapproved of Garp's laid-back attitude, which he sees as being irresponsible towards the justice they uphold.

But even though he disapproves, Garp is still his elder, so he usually doesn't say much.

But his grandson... that will be different.

If he really becomes a pirate, Akainu will capture him without hesitation!

"Hehehe, so the grandson of Vice-Admiral Garp, hailed as a legendary Marine who has captured pirates all his life, might become a pirate himself?"

"I wonder if Vice-Admiral Garp would be as willing to raise his hand against his own grandson as he is against us?"

Doflamingo continues to display his arrogant and eerie prowess.

Seeing Akainu and Doflamingo's reactions, Garp remains speechless and frustrated.

Honestly, he wants to refute them, but he doesn't know what to say since his grandson is indeed quite the pirate.

Despite his attempts to instill love and discipline since Luffy was young, Garp couldn't change his path.

With no other choice, Garp can only show a bitter smile that gradually turns into a hearty laugh.

"Hahaha, it doesn't matter, this hasn't happened yet, who knows if it's true or not!"

"Besides, if my grandson becomes a pirate, do you really need to capture him?"

"And you... if you keep talking, be careful, or I might ignore the Seven Warlords Treaty and arrest you on the spot. To be honest, I really want the bounty on your head, it could be exchanged for so many Berries!"

Although Garp said this with a smile, everyone could hear a hint of threat in his last sentence.

Akainu is clever and knows that if he continues to provoke Garp, even as an admiral, he might suffer the consequences.

Doflamingo's face stiffens, and he dares not speak further. If anyone else had said that, even the three admirals, he would have dared to argue.

But Garp... a man who doesn't care about rank and is willing to break the rules to arrest him, could really do it!

Sensing the awkward atmosphere, Sengoku steps in to smooth things over.

"That's right, who knows the truth of this? It's not even certain if this will happen!"

"Keep watching, keep watching..."

Meanwhile, on the Grand Line, on the island of Baltigo, home to the Revolutionary Army, the sky is also filled with a giant screen!

Countless Revolutionary Army members, including Betty, Lindbergh, Morley, Karasu, Ivankov, and the amnesiac Sabo, watch with shock on their faces.

They are also intently watching the images, their thoughts deeply immersed in them.

However, in front of a window in a house, a middle-aged man with a powerful appearance and a shoeprint-like scar on half of his face is also watching the outside.

But his expression is slightly subtle, and his eyes have softened.

He is none other than Luffy's father, the leader of the Revolutionary Army... Dragon!

"Luffy..."

The images continue to play...

[Luffy officially sets sail as a pirate, no longer alone, now accompanied by a green-haired companion who carries three swords on his back!]

[At this point, they are in the midst of battle, one fight after another, leaving behind the transitions in between and encountering entirely new enemies.]

[A 7 million Berry bounty on the Black Cat Pirates, a 17 million Berry bounty on the Krieg Pirates, a 20 million Berry bounty on the Arlong Pirates...]

[Each battle puts Luffy and his companions in danger, forcing them to give their all just to barely defeat the enemies before them!]

[As the battles continue to unfold and conclude, Luffy's crew grows larger and larger: Zoro, Usopp, Sanji, Nami...]

Meanwhile, in various areas of the sailing world, at the Baratie, Syrup Village, Orange Town, and other locations.

Zoro, Usopp, Sanji, Nami, and others watch the sky in utter disbelief.

At this moment, they can only think of one thing: they have actually become pirates!?

In Fushia Village...

Dadan and many villagers stare at the sky in amazement.

Through these scenes, they not only witness Luffy's companions but also his growth!

Each battle is so bloody and dangerous!

Is it because of these life-and-death struggles that Luffy has grown so quickly?

In the end, he becomes incredibly powerful, capable of causing such terrifying destruction with a single blow!

Many villagers, particularly the younger ones, look at Luffy with admiration in their eyes.

However, only Dadan's gaze turns plaintive, and tears well up in her eyes...

Has her child been living such a dangerous life out there?

Over the years, Dadan has come to see Luffy as her own child, so naturally, she feels heartbroken seeing these images.

But soon, Dadan wipes away her tears.

How can a man grow without experiencing blood and tears?

The Luffy in the images has become so resolute and responsible, a true man!

And with so many companions by his side, what is there to worry about?

On the other hand, Luffy, who has watched so many battles without any concern, is instead excited and thrilled.

"I'm going to have so many companions!"

"And they all seem... pretty good!"

Back at the Marine Headquarters...

As they watch the images in the sky, Sengoku, Garp, and the three Admirals and Seven Warlords behind them have various expressions on their faces.

Akainu smirks slightly and is the first to speak:

"The Straw Hat Pirates..."

"It seems that Garp's grandson is also a Devil Fruit user, and it appears to be a Paramecia type."

"A hunter, a cook, and a navigator who knows nothing... A pirate crew of four... Hmph!"

"These opponents are just small fries with bounties below 20 million Berries. They're struggling so much against them."

"Garp, your grandson's pirate crew is..."

"Too weak, posing no threat at all..."