Chapter 44: The World's No. 1 Swordsman

Shiro didn't catch up with Gion for too long.

After all, he is now a traitor, a very vicious criminal with a high bounty offered by the World Government. If it is in public, the friendship with Gion is too deep. After the top war is over, there is a high probability that Gion will be targeted or even punished by the World Government. This is what Shiro doesn't want to see.

As for whether Gion will be disheartened by the justice of the Navy in the future and turn to help him develop, that's a story for later. Gion, who is a candidate for Admiral of the Navy, naturally knows Shiro's thoughts. So far, she is still a sailor, and she can't do such a thing as defecting in the face of battle. Even if there is any plan, we have to wait until this war is completely over.

Soon, Gion re-entered the battlefield and continued to fight with the Whitebeard Pirates.

And Shiro waited for the 'Messenger' of the Whitebeard Pirates: Phoenix Marco!

Breaking through the obstacles of several Navy masters, Marco waved his blue fire wings and landed firmly in front of Shiro.

"Whitebeard Pirates, First Division Commander, Phoenix Marco!"

Shiro looked at the pirate in front of him calmly. In fact, compared to most of the pirates in this sea, he has a slightly better perception of the Whitebeard Pirates. After all, as a legendary great pirate and one of the sea tyrants of the last era, Whitebeard has his own set of principles. Since the founding of the Whitebeard Pirates, there has been almost no burning, killing, and looting of civilian towns. Even in the territories of the New World that are sheltered by the Whitebeard Pirates, people have a normal and stable life. This is rarely the case under the rule of other big pirates, even the Navy.

The times are like this, in the context of the world's aristocrats collecting 'Heavenly Tribute'. The Navy, which is under the jurisdiction of the World Government everywhere, cannot carry out the so-called justice at all. Of course, the Whitebeard Pirates themselves must also have blemishes, but compared to other pirates, they are still good.

Just a pity. After the war, whether Whitebeard dies or not, the Whitebeard Pirates can no longer be the strongest force in the New World. And the remnants of the previous era, the old Whitebeard, could not stop the rise of the so-called "extremely evil generation"!

So, instead of letting the Whitebeard Pirates have a large sphere of influence in the New World, the likes of 'Blackbeard' would be better to grab it yourself and use it as the basis for capturing the entire New World!

That's right. Since Shiro wants to dominate the sea and become Emperor, he will implement his own order! The New World is naturally an inescapable place!

"Uh... Navy... Rebel Rear Admiral Shiro? Dad asked you to come over and negotiate a deal."

Marco didn't procrastinate at all. It's just that when facing Shiro just now, he was inexplicably afraid. After reacting, he spoke quickly.

The situation now is dire. Dad's physical condition is unknown. The war is gradually developing in a direction that is not conducive to the Whitebeard Pirates. The appearance of Shiro is obviously a top-notch combat power that can be drawn. In order to save Ace, Dad really gave up.

In the past, the strongest man in the world, the Emperor Whitebeard, would never have taken the initiative to invite others to negotiate a deal!

"Oh? Call me over? The Emperor Whitebeard is so majestic, I'm sorry, I won't go!" Shiro responded with a sneer.

Clearly, he was dying and asked for help, still acting so high up? Four Emperors, are you very good?

Hearing Shiro's answer, Phoenix Marco was obviously stunned for a moment, cold sweat broke out on his forehead instantly, and his expression began to become angry. For the members of the entire Whitebeard Pirates, Daddy is a god-like existence in their hearts!

But at this moment, Marco still resisted the urge to beat the Navy traitor in front of him. Because of the strength shown by Shiro and the position he once held in the Navy. Coupled with the help of the pirate Empress, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, it is not difficult to leave the Navy Headquarter and be alone. Even the most desired thing in the Sengoku the Buddha is to let Shiro leave quickly!

As the captain of the first division of the Whitebeard Pirates, a veritable deputy, he, Marco, must have enough overall view at this time!

"Sorry, please..."

Swah—

Marco hadn't finished speaking yet. A cyan slash that shone in the sky slashed. Even though Marco is a Mythical Zoan with the ability to form a fruit in the form of a phoenix, he has super defensive and recovery abilities. However, he was forced to retreat again and again by the slashing attack!

"The Seven Warlords of the Sea, Dracule Mihawk!"

Marco clutched his chest, trying his best to calm his breath. He looked at the world's No. 1 swordsman, Dracule Mihawk, with a little dread, and his thoughts flowed quickly. What kind of choice will this man named Shiro make!?

"Go back and protect your father first, Phoenix Marco, don't let him die too fast, I'll talk to him later," Shiro replied to Marco, then he turned his eyes to the other direction of the battlefield.

At this time, Dracule Mihawk, who is known as the world's No. 1 swordsman, is holding the black sword Yoru, slowly walking towards Shiro. And Flower Sword Vista, who had previously faced off against Mihawk, had apparently been repelled.

"Your Excellency's swordsmanship has a very strong spirit, which I have only seen in my life. The supreme sword, Destiny, are you always cheering for finding the Lord of Destiny?" Mihawk approached and said such mysterious words.

Although he didn't hear much, Shiro knew that the world's number one swordsman should be praising him. However, Mihawk is obviously not here for mere praise!

Hum—

As predicted, Mihawk, who is ruthless and doesn't talk much, then made a slash! This is the slash of the world's No. 1 swordsman, and its power even exceeds the full-strength slash of an ordinary great swordsman! Moreover, the power of the slash is even stronger than the one that Mihawk slashed at Whitebeard before!

This movement also attracted the attention of many powerhouses on the battlefield. At this time, the naval powerhouses such as Fleet Admiral Sengoku the Buddha all hoped that Mihawk would be able to defeat Shiro. In this way, the Navy would not have to deal with Shiro personally after a while. After all, Shiro was once the Rear Admiral of the Navy. Even in the top war, there were many of his contemporaries and subordinates.

Of course, the point is that Mihawk really has the potential to defeat Shiro. Although Shiro reappeared in Marineford, he showed stronger strength and defeated Vice Admiral Momonga of the Navy Headquarter in seconds. But Mihawk is the number one swordsman in the world, the strongest fighting force in the Seven Warlords of the Sea!

Therefore, the Admirals and the three Admirals were all hoping for Mihawk's success. Even if Mihawk and Shiro are both injured!

But, obviously, they still underestimated Shiro at this time.

Swah—

Destiny, who is also one of the most powerful swords, is unsheathed! Shiro held Destiny, and a powerful Haki rushed out, entwining the sword. Facing the world's first slash!

Boom—

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