231 Let’s Just Flee

"Damn it, those Four Emperors don't see the big picture, do they realize that if I fall, their chances of survival in the future will be greatly reduced?"

Faced with the incoming crisis, Blackbeard was not only fearful but also deeply angered. He believed that the Four Emperors didn't comprehend the truth about Whitebeard.

The present Whitebeard is no longer the old man without any fighting spirit, who just partied all day with his sons. Now, he is the Pirate King!

Blackbeard despises those Four Emperors who fail to see through this truth. Well, because he's the one who gonna get fuck!

"Captain, what should we do now? Whitebeard's strength is too powerful and it's unfathomable!" 

Jesus Burgess began to envision the grim scenario that would follow.

"Yes, now the situation is too tense. We certainly don't have the strength to fight the Whitebeard Pirates" 

Shiryu of the Rain added with a serious tone.

In the face of Whitebeard's power, anyone, even the so-called ruthless warden, would likely lose the confidence to confront him.

When he met Whitebeard, he had everything but a fighting spirit.

"Is there any possibility of seeking peace with them?" 

Burgess inquired with hopeful expression

"Impossible. Back then, we declared that we will dominate the world; how can we bow our heads?" Blackbeard immediately objected.

"Even if we ask for peace, Whitebeard won't accept it. It's meaningless" 

Shiryu also retorted.

"Then, for now..." 

Blackbeard pondered for a moment and concluded that preserving his strength should be the priority.

Only when he is strong enough should he deal with Whitebeard. 

Patience is key, something Blackbeard had been doing during his many years on the Whitebeard ship.

"Abandon all the current territory and leave the New World" 

Blackbeard said slowly.

Everyone looked at Blackbeard, surprised that he proposed this method, as it didn't fit Blackbeard's usual character.

Everyone believes that Blackbeard is an ambitious and highly intelligent person. 

However, no one knew that Blackbeard had been lurking on Whitebeard's ship for years to wait for the Dark Fruit.

If he can't even find the Dark Fruit, he plans to stay on Whitebeard's ship for the rest of his life.

Blackbeard is a character capable of keeping a low profile while being a full-fledged and ambitious conspirator.

Giving up the status of the Four Emperors and abandoning everything is not just a matter of words.

To achieve this, it also requires a great deal of determination.

After all, Blackbeard has gained a lot from defeating Ace, going to Impel Down, participating in the Summit War, and eventually developing into one of the Four Emperors.

However, Whitebeard's strength is too powerful, akin to the sun, making it impossible to look directly at.

To evade his might, Blackbeard had to give up all of these; otherwise, he knew he might pay the price with his life.

Blackbeard looked at everyone, and seeing the situation, they all reluctantly nodded in agreement.

"It's truly my crew. Trust me; we can recreate more glorious things in the future!" 

Blackbeard said with some emotion.

With the plan settled, Blackbeard initiated his escape strategy, having decided not to confront Whitebeard directly.

The supernovae who had been forcefully captured before were all imprisoned by Blackbeard, and he himself led one of his ships away.

Of course, all the key crew members of Blackbeard are on board, along with some elite ordinary pirate teams, totaling about fifty people.

This number is what Blackbeard considers the most reasonable. He doesn't need too many people to flee, as that would make it easier to be detected.

If there are several ships, it will surely attract attention, as ordinary pirate groups usually have only one ship. 

A few ships are already quite conspicuous, so a larger group would be counterproductive.

But he must bring some people along. After all, he might encounter other pirate groups or conflicts during the escape.

Therefore, he will still ensure that there are enough troops on his side, and these fifty people have all been carefully selected by Blackbeard.

All of them are pirates with bounties from the Marines. While the prices are not high, all are under 100 million, but they are still better than ordinary pirates.

The Blackbeard Pirates were quietly preparing to leave the New World, but to their surprise, their location was still discovered.

After all, it was the work of the other Four Emperors. Despite Blackbeard's caution, the news still leaked.

The news reached the Red-Haired Pirates, who enjoyed sailing freely on the seas.

Ever since Whitebeard's reputation became known, the Red-Haired Pirates started to enjoy wandering around the territories of the Four Emperors and other factions.

Therefore, the Red-Haired Pirates have also gathered a lot of information, and the recent actions of Blackbeard were revealed to Whitebeard by them.

And this time, the Red-Haired Pirates intend to do a favor for Whitebeard.

"Buru Buru Buru" – The Den-Den Mushi on Whitebeard's ship rang.

"Who is it?" Marco asked immediately upon answering the Den-Den Mushi.

"I'm Shanks. I have an important news for Whitebeard," 

Red-haired voice came across. 

"What's the news?" Marco asked immediately.

The Red-Haired Pirate didn't answer right away but said: "Since it's important news, of course, I have to talk to Whitebeard in person."

"Okay, wait a minute" 

Marco immediately handed the call to Whitebeard.

 "Oyaji, Shanks said there is important news."

"Guuraraara, Shanks, what's the important news this time?" 

Whitebeard answered the Den-Den Mushi with a hearty laugh.

"Whitebeard, last time I helped you train your commanders, and now I informed you about Blackbeard's actions. You owe me two favors" 

Shanks said with a smile, hinting at the owed favors without stating them directly.

"Well, I know. If you need anything in the future, I will definitely return this favor to you"

Whitebeard said impatiently.

"Well, I believe you. I'll tell you, but first, ask you a question: are you going to deal with Blackbeard recently?" 

Shanks inquired.

"Yes, what's the matter?"

"Blackbeard should know that you are going to deal with him. He has already started to flee."

Upon hearing this, Whitebeard was furious.

"What!? He wants to run? Where did he go?" Whitebeard asked angrily.

"I don't know the specifics. I can only point you the general direction, and the rest is up to you."

"But it may take a lot of time to hunt down Blackbeard" 

Shanks added, suggesting that Whitebeard should not pursue Blackbeard for the time being.

"Okay, I see. You don't have to worry about it; I'll handle it." 

Whitebeard got Blackbeard's escape direction and hung up. 

Of course, he knew what Shanks meant, but the traitor of his pirate group, Blackbeard, must be dealt with.

If Blackbeard escapes, who knows how long it will take for him to catch his breath. Whitebeard won't allow that to happen!

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