Chapter 47: News of Blackbeards defeat spread
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Marco's calm yet extremely domineering words echoed in Stussy's mind for a long time, making it difficult for her to regain her composure.
How confident and composed must one be to make such choices like he does!?
Once everything goes according to Marco's plan, how many pirate crews will go mad, and how many powerful factions will descend upon that 'island' in this new world? The entirety of the New World remains unaware of how many sea thieves will be stirred up over this!
This is a monumental event that will shake the whole world!
Stussy couldn't bear to think about how terrifying the scene would be ten days from now. When the time comes… I fear the entire world will tremble because of it!
"Lord Stussy?"
"Are you… okay?"
Her subordinates, noticing Stussy's dazed expression, swiftly inquired.
"Phew~~~!" Stussy exhaled a long breath, her small mouth opening slightly as she wanted to share her thoughts but ultimately swallowed the words back down.
Right now…
Even her closest subordinates couldn't be informed of these 'big plans' regarding Marko's life and death.
As for Belivia, she was still too young; sharing this would only burden her and increase her troubles. So, Stussy simply changed the subject, saying, "It's nothing. I'm just amazed at how Lord Marco could offend all three of the Emperors' pirate crews in the New World at the same time."
Meanwhile, her words left everyone present momentarily stunned. Yes, why would he offend three Emperors' pirate crews 'at the same time'?!
One could understand why the Blackbeard Pirates were angered, but why did he also provoke the Beast Pirates and the Big Mom Pirates simultaneously? Those are the Emperors reigning over the New World! Provoking one of them is enough to lead to disaster for any pirate crew, let alone offending all three at once!
"How domineering!"
A subordinate, known for his straightforwardness, gave a thumbs up, his face filled with admiration. "To offend all three Emperors' pirate crews at once—when you consider the entire New World and the history of pirates, only Lord Marco has this ability! This is true domineering; either don't fight, or if you choose to fight, drag all three Emperors into the battle!"
After the subordinate finished speaking, he looked around proudly, and a thought was visible on his face: "It's an honor to support a powerful figure like Lord Marco! I am proud!"
Boom!
Pride was one thing; however, Stussy lashed out at him with a light smack to his head.
"Now you've really gone overboard! Do you even comprehend what kind of beings the Four Emperors are?! They are the Four Emperors! Not just mere small fry in the New World!"
Stussy yelled, her frustration evident. It was the first time she had ever acted so recklessly since becoming the queen of Happy Street. Taking a deep breath, she extended her jade-like finger and pointed outside. "Don't joke about other people's lives! Get out, get out!"
Several close subordinates felt a surge of fear.
Many of them had followed Stussy for years, yet it was the first time they had witnessed her so furious and unrestrained.
Subordinate Geng Zhi was even more frightened; his face turned pale, and he quickly bowed to apologize before retreating.
"Pass on my orders: at all costs, track the real-time news from all the members of the Blackbeard Pirates! Don't let a single clue slip through! We cannot afford any further blunders like the previous incident with 'Shiryu of the Rain'!"
"Whoever makes another mistake will feel my wrath!"
"Moreover, recall all personnel who were originally dispatched to spy on the Navy headquarters! Gather all remaining manpower and, through 'that channel,' ensure I receive news regarding locking in on the Big Mom Pirates and the Beast Pirates at any cost! Pay special attention to the Drought Jack!"
"Finally, let everyone mentally prepare themselves. In ten days, the Pleasure Islands… will soon be abandoned!"
The pale faces of her subordinates reflected the seriousness of her commands, especially the last one: abandoning the Happy Street Islands… What immense event is about to occur, or may already be in motion, that necessitates relinquishing this beloved archipelago that they had put so much effort into building?!
However, the subordinates dared not ask any further questions and quickly left one by one.
"Sister Stussy, did something happen with Lord Marco…?"
The perceptive Belivia sensed the anxious emotions within Stussy's heart. As a woman, her intuition told her that Stussy's distress was linked to Marko.
"It's nothing. Children should not be involved in this," Stussy managed a smile. "By the way, tell me, how did Marco offend Drought jack and Big mom before he found me? What could lead them to issue a blood bounty order at all costs?"
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On the other side.
Marko had found a pirate ship in the harbor and departed from the island that had been utterly devastated.
After eliminating Abaro Pizarro, Burgess, and Shiryu of the Rain, the overall strength of the Blackbeard Pirates had been significantly diminished, while Marko himself had grown considerably stronger. This mission turned out to be a perfect success.
A day later, word of Marco's defeat of the three powerful sub-captains of the New Four Emperors Blackbeard Pirates began to spread. This news rippled from the nearby seas, gradually reaching the more distant island territories. Pirates who heard the news were, without exception, left in shock!
The New World, an island perpetually engulfed in chaos, appeared grim and dark, as if a shadow loomed over it.
On this island, within a dark trading floor:
"Marco killed three sub-captains of the Blackbeard Pirates, one of whom was… Shiryu of the Rain."
Someone spoke, their tone devoid of excitement, yet there was an underlying sense of astonishment.
"Did even Shiryu of the Rain fall to Marco?"
An exclamation emerged from the darkness, barely above a whisper.
"Right now, Marco is acting so audaciously, it's truly a recipe for disaster! Once the news reaches Blackbeard, he will be relentlessly hunted by the most infamous and powerful individual in the world! Moreover, the entire underground world is frantically searching for him!"
Someone offered an analysis.
"You're mistaken!" Another voice sneered, "Don't underestimate that guy Blackbeard Teach; I doubt he cares much about his so-called sub-captains."
Besides, at this moment, Blackbeard was far too occupied to seek vengeance for his fallen subordinates.
Blackbeard… was preoccupied with 'Baldigo'!
"That's right… Even his father, Whitebeard, was killed by his own hands. Don't expect him to rush off for revenge on his subordinates."
"Then, are we still going to track down Marco's whereabouts? He… even Shiryu of the Rain has been defeated!"
"Absolutely! The blood bounty order from the two Emperors represents a tremendous opportunity! If we eliminate Marco, we can surely reclaim our former glory!"
Such discussions were happening simultaneously on the shadowy and lawless islands of the New World….
Marco had begun to capture the attention of all pirates and powerful factions within the entire underground world!
The news of him defeating Shiryu of the Rain sent shockwaves throughout the entire underground community!
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