Chapter 91: World Conscription, The Battle of Swordsmen Begins

World Government, Holy Land, Mary Geoise!

"Sengoku, you don't need to blame yourself so much. No one could have predicted that Shiro would suddenly appear and disrupt the situation. If that kid hadn't betrayed the Navy, it would have been great!"

In the Office of the Commander-in-Chief of the World Government, Kong, the commander-in-chief of the entire army of the World Government, comforted the self-blaming Sengoku the Buddha.

Indeed, Sengoku is responsible for this. But as Kong mentioned, who could have known that the number one figure, Shiro, would suddenly emerge and cause such a strong chain reaction?

Now, he has become one of the Navy's most hated and terrifying enemies.

"Commander Kong, there's no need to say more. The defeat of the Navy is my failure, and more importantly, I did not stop Shiro from splitting the Navy. As far as I know, the three thousand soldiers who followed Shiro have established a base somewhere in the Calm Belt."

Sengoku the Buddha spoke sincerely. Today, he came to Kong to complete the resignation process. As of today, he is no longer an Fleet Admiral. A new Fleet Admiral will be chosen between Sakazuki and Kuzan.

After Sakazuki installs the latest bionic arm developed by the World Government and completes his training, he will compete with Kuzan for the position of Fleet Admiral. In the future, Sengoku will merely be an old sailor holding the position of a Naval inspector.

"You don't need to worry, Sengoku. The World Government has taken action, and the economic system of Amazon Lily has been completely destroyed. The Five Elders have also issued a series of measures such as economic encirclement and suppression of Amazon Lily. That little devil, Shiro, won't be able to jump around for long!"

Kong's eyes were far-reaching and intriguing. He knew that the World Government seemed to have more than just these means and should be planning a secret operation against Shiro.

After all, that kid Shiro killed the Celestial Dragon and caused the World Government and Navy Headquarter to fail in the top war. The World Government and the Celestial Dragons will not allow someone like Shiro to grow stronger!

"Sengoku, although you have stepped down as an Vice Admiral of the Navy, the backbone of the Navy is still up to you, Garp, and Zephyr. You don't need to worry about Shiro for now. The upcoming world conscription must be done well!

The loss to the Navy this time is too great, and even the government's control over the world has weakened. Therefore, world conscription is particularly important. The Navy must ensure success!"

Kong commanded Sengoku the Buddha before him. He did not doubt Sengoku's ability. But the next world conscription is especially important! There can be no mistakes!

Grand Line, Kraigana Island!

After Shiro easily eliminated the baboon leader and the three-sword fighting baboon, the promised battle between him and the world's greatest swordsman, Hawk Eyes, was finally about to begin!

Although Shiro's previous slash caused significant shock to Kraigana Island, it was still an island—not so fragile. Besides, with no other islands within hundreds of nautical miles, the battle between Shiro and Hawk Eyes could only take place on Kraigana Island!

This was exactly what Shiro wanted. The first rule of recruitment is to take in the strong who are homeless. What if the target has a home? Naturally, destroy his home!

Of course, Shiro wouldn't do this on purpose. It's just that in the heat of battle, accidents happen, right? No matter how bad it is, special care can be taken of Hawk Eyes' castle. After all, it's said that the wine in Hawk Eyes' castle is excellent.

On the plains of Kraigana Island, the world's greatest swordsman, Hawk Eyes, and Shiro stood on opposite sides, their powerful auras clashing.

"What a terrifying aura!"

Zoro, who was watching from a distance with Princess Perona, couldn't help but comment. He really wanted to watch the fight up close, but with his current strength and injuries, he couldn't. If he tried, he might get caught in the crossfire.

As someone who aims to be the strongest swordsman in the world, Zoro felt a bit melancholy that he couldn't even watch such a powerful battle up close.

Originally, he thought that he, Luffy, and that idiot cook were the strongest of their generation. But now, he realized how ridiculous that notion was. In front of Shiro, one of the world's most notorious criminals, the entire Straw Hat Pirates are insignificant.

In front of Shiro, the pacifista robot that once cornered them probably wouldn't last three rounds, right?

"Hey, lost idiot, who do you think will win—Hawk Eyes or Shiro?"

"It's hard to say. If it's purely about swordsmanship, then it must be Hawk Eyes. But in a life-and-death battle, I'm not sure."

At this time, Shiro and Hawk Eyes naturally didn't have time to pay attention to the two spectators in the distance. After some testing, the battle between the two was about to explode.

"Shiro, this time, is it a duel of swordsmanship?"

Even though he already knew the answer, Hawk Eyes couldn't help but ask again. It wasn't that he feared Shiro's full strength. It's just that confirming it allowed him to focus solely on swordsmanship without worrying about Shiro using his Devil Fruit powers during the battle.

After all, Shiro's glorious record at Marineford was still fresh. That kind of powerful and mysterious ability, even Hawk Eyes had to be on guard, lest Shiro gain the upper hand like he did against Admiral Akainu, eventually causing the loss of an arm.

Especially Shiro's move, the Giant Buddha, was a terrifying attack that destroyed Marineford! If Shiro were to use that move here, the island would be obliterated, and Hawk Eyes would need to find another place to live.

"Of course, our agreement is a duel of swordsmanship, but physical skills and Haki will naturally be used. Don't worry, I won't use other abilities like lightning!"

Shiro replied with a smile. He was also a great swordsman who had undergone rigorous training. Now that he had the blade Destiny in hand, if he had to use his elemental abilities even in a battle with Hawk Eyes, how could he call himself a great swordsman?!

Moreover, fighting Hawk Eyes with a focus on swordsmanship would greatly benefit his own progress in the art of the sword.

The moment their swords clashed, the ground beneath them cracked instantly! The forces of Shiro and Hawk Eyes collided, shooting powerful energy into the sky!

In the next moment, when the observing Zoro and Perona looked up at the sky against the impact, they were shocked once again!

Because the rolling clouds in the sky were torn apart!

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