112 It’s Not That Easy

'How did Whitebeard figure it out?'

Apoo and Drake were breaking into a cold sweat.

One of them is Kaido's undercover agent, and the other is working undercover for the Marines.

Their true reason for wanting to join the Whitebeard Pirates was to gather intelligence.

Their identities are now exposed in just a single word.

The two could only feel a shiver run down their spines as a wave of fearful panic surged within them.

Because

The person in front of them was none other than Whitebeard himself.

With his own might from the world's strongest man, he had led his fleet to emerge victorious from the Summit War of Marineford and also become the winner in Festival Island war.

If he wished to end their lives, he could do so with a mere flick of his fingers.

Faced with the looming threat of death, the two were overwhelmed with panic.

They didn't dare utter another word about joining.

"Sure enough, there is a problem!"

Marco said, narrowing his eyes.

He had previously doubted whether the supernovas had hidden intentions.

Now it seems that this is really the case.

"Guurarara~"

"Those who can't let go of their past identities aren't worthy of stepping onto my ship!" 

Whitebeard lifted the jar, took a sip, and smiled faintly.

He wasn't concerned about the two's identities previously.

Even if the two were spies for the Marines and Kaido.

As long as Apoo and Drake were willing to forsake their past identities, he was ready to have them join and treat them on equal terms.

However, unfortunately...

The two lacked the courage to make such a decisive move.

Apoo and Drake fell silent for a moment, then eventually stepped back, realizing that their plans had been seen through.

"The Four of you, are you sure you want to join the Whitebeard Pirates?"

Marco inquired, his gaze resting on Urouge, Law, Bonney, and Hawkins.

"Yes!"

Hawkins nodded.

However, Law didn't give a direct response. After a moment of hesitation, he clenched his teeth and said, "I actually joined the Whitebeard Pirates for a different reason. I hope to use the power of the Whitebeard Pirates to complete my revenge against Doflamingo!"

"Oh?" 

Everyone perked up upon hearing this, their curiosity piqued.

Unexpectedly, Law had such an idea, and also took the initiative to speak out.

"If the Whitebeard Pirates can help me in complete my revenge, from this point forward, the Heart Pirates will be at your service!"

Law shouted loudly, his face full of determination.

In truth, he could have concealed his intentions initially and then plotted his revenge after becoming part of the Whitebeard Pirates.

After all, with Whitebeard's character, he doesn't care much about what his son doing

However, he chose not to do so.

Instead, he chose to directly clarify his intentions.

If Whitebeard was willing to assist him, he would dedicate his life to Whitebeard's cause from that point onward.

If Whitebeard wasn't willing, he would have to consider alternative approaches.

"Oyaji…"

Marco looked at Whitebeard, wondering what his father thought.

"Guurarara~"

"Since you're eager to join, then bear my name with you and sail the seas of the New World!" 

Whitebeard set down the jar and laughed.

"You agreed?"

Law stood rooted in place, his tone tinged with disbelief.

"Guurarara~"

"Since I've agreed to let you step onto my ship, you're my son now. How can I, as your father, stand by while my son faces trouble?"

Whitebeard smiled calmly, then turned his gaze to Marco. "Immediately set the course for Dressrosa and prepare to fight against Doflamingo!"

"This..." The expressions of the Revolutionary Army members and the supernovas were frozen with shock

They hadn't anticipated Whitebeard being so resolute in his decision.

As soon as Law said his purpose, Whitebeard agreed without hesitation, and he was ready to fight against Donquixote Doflamingoo.

Wasn't he afraid that Law might be lying?

Could Law's intention be to arouse the enmity of both the Whitebeard Pirates and the Shichibukai?

"I finally understand why the crew members and captains of the Whitebeard Pirates' fleets are willing to pledge their loyalty to Whitebeard" 

Dragon sighed with a sense of realization.

He had previously believed that Whitebeard's earlier words were mere talk.

Once the supernovas are on board, they need to be inspected  before they can truly be accepted.

But now it seems that this is not the case at all.

Whitebeard genuinely follows through

Once someone steps onto the Moby Dick, they become a member of the Whitebeard Pirates, treated equally alongside the rest of the crew.

"Yes!" 

Sabo nodded in agreement.

He now understand why Ace, the son of Gol D. Roger, lifelong rival of Whitebeard himself, had chosen to join Whitebeard's crew.

And forsake his former dream to aid Whitebeard to claim the ultimate treasure, the One Piece.

"Pity." 

A hint of regret flickered in Capone Bege eyes

In truth, he had admired Whitebeard greatly long ago.

However, he held his own ambitions and desired to carve out his own path in the New World, which led him to choose a different route.

"This is Oyaji!"

"It is also because of this that we are willing to follow Pops to sail on this sea."

Marco's face beamed with pride.

"Hahahaha~"

"Then let's go to Dressrosa and help Law fight against Donquixote Doflamingo!"

Jozu laughed.

"Although I don't know what grudges Law and Doflamingo have, but it doesn't matter!"

"Since Law's become Oyaji's son, he's our brother now. Whoever dares dare to offend our brother, we will not let it go!"

Vista declared with a fierce glint in his eyes, his hand resting on his sword.

"Yes!"

"Law, don't worry, we will avenge your grudges!

Flames ignited on Ace fist.

"Oyaji, and everyone," 

Law whispered. 

He couldn't believe there was no hesitation in their support, even though he had just joined the crew. 

He had initially believed that joining the Whitebeard Pirates wouldn't result in easy acceptance from the crew.

However, he hadn't anticipated things turning out entirely differently from his expectations.

Whitebeard and the others not only accepted him, but they were also willing to aid him in seeking revenge.

Emotion surged within him, causing his eyes to well up with tears.

"My decision is indeed correct!"

Hawkins breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing that he had made the right choice, he realized that the Whitebeard Pirates were truly different from other pirate crews.

Joining Whitebeard brings only benefits and no drawbacks.

"Guurarara~"

"Sons, set sail!"

"Head straight toward Dressrosa" 

Whitebeard declared with a laugh.

"Oh~"

The crew responded enthusiastically.

Without delay, they turn the ship's bow to change their course.

"As for that Doflamingo kid, what gave him the courage to do something to my son!"

Although the Whitebeard Pirates had recently ended a battle on Festival Island, and engaging in another battle immediately wasn't quite suitable.

But no one voiced any complaints.

After all, Doflamingo had committed a grave sin.

That is..

He had offended their own brother!

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TO BE CONTINUE

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