131. Teach's Hate!

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Singing and dancing on the Moby Dick, Uta showed no stage fright, performing directly in front of everyone with a happy face. The "Little Diva," who has gradually become famous worldwide, won the applause of the whole crew!

The atmosphere of the banquet between the two parties was not at all like the deadly battle from not long ago.

"You are after the title of 'the strongest'!"

Whitebeard held the wine bottle in his hand and looked at Rob:

"Aren't you afraid of being targeted? For example, the World Government and Marines shouldn't just sit back and watch young people like you ascend to the strongest position without being controlled by them?"

Rob grinned at these words:

"So why do you think the Marine hero Garp fought me before?"

Hearing that, Whitebeard instantly understood.

Grinning, he said:

"I see! To be honest, I thought it was you who found Garp and challenged him! But that's exactly what that old Sengoku would do! Gurarara..."

Just as Garp and Roger are rivals, the relationship between Whitebeard and Sengoku is similar. As an old rival, Whitebeard is naturally very aware of Sengoku's methods!

So at this moment, Whitebeard is not surprised that Rob was found early!

He pondered for a while.

Whitebeard continued:

"I heard that Sengoku will officially take over as Marine Fleet Admiral soon! When that happens, there will definitely be some waves in the sea. I know him too well.

"Now my title of 'Strongest' has been taken away by you, so you have to be careful! Maybe he will come after you, and if he does, it will be pretty simple for Sengoku!"

Rob smiled at these words:

"Hahaha...then I will be looking forward to it!"

Speaking of which, Rob's face also showed a serious expression.

He opened his mouth again:

"Up to now, the relationship between me and the Marines is almost at odds! It's just that he is not sure how to deal with me, and he doesn't want to cause more trouble before he takes office!"

"And if they offend me, at worst, I'll hang a pirate flag on my ship!"

"Then I'll gather a fleet from all the seas and let the arrogant Marines see how crazy I will be when I take revenge!"

Grin.

Rob had a sinister look on his face:

"If it's against Garp, I might have trouble killing him! But as for the mainstays of the Marines, like Vice Admirals and Rear Admirals, I can kill them as easily as chickens and dogs!

"If they really dare to attack me, I'll hunt down Marine Rear Admirals, Vice Admirals, or even Admirals. I want to see how much vitality the Marines have to withstand the loss!"

Hearing Rob's retaliatory remarks, the corners of Whitebeard's mouth twitched. He looked into Rob's eyes with a mix of weirdness, fear, and even vigilance.

The Marines couldn't stand such revenge from him.

Similarly, even Whitebeard and the other two emperors of the New World—the Beasts Pirates and Big Mom Pirates—couldn't stand such revenge.

Those who can stop the "top" of the sea are only a handful of people!

When Rob has no limits, his way of flipping the table and subverting the rules will make all the major powers with their own bases, big families, and big businesses feel fear from the bottom of their hearts.

"You boy..."

After thinking about it, Whitebeard couldn't drink much.

A reckless "apex" of the sea is enough to make it hard for anyone to enjoy peace!

Turning around, Rob looked at Whitebeard who had fear in his eyes.

Then smiled:

"Hahaha...you don't need to be so nervous! I've always been clear about my grievances, and I've said it all! What I mentioned before is a way of revenge I'd only choose when I have no other option!"

"Usually, I still have a bottom line!"

"And now, I just want to sail freely on the sea with my family. I don't want to do anything else! If it's not necessary, I don't want to be an enemy of the World Government!"

"Life now is good enough for me!"

After hearing Rob's last words, the vigilance and fear in Whitebeard's heart gradually subsided.

He nodded in approval.

"That's it! Family is the most important thing! This idea of yours is very appealing to me! Come, let's have a drink!"

While talking, Whitebeard smiled broadly at Rob, raising his glass.

Rob, who drinks like drinking water, naturally refused to back down. He raised his wine glass, clinked it with Whitebeard's, and then gulped down the wine.

Leading with two captains!

Everyone at the banquet was eating, drinking, and having fun.

After half a day, Rob and the others prepared to leave.

"Hey, boy!"

Looking at Rob's figure, Whitebeard suddenly said:

"The sea is vast! Don't go to extremes easily! I don't want to hear the news that you've gone crazy one day, or I'll have to join others in taking you down for the sake of my sons!"

Hearing Whitebeard's words, Rob paused:

"The sea is destined to bring us together again!"

Without turning his head, Rob just raised his hand and waved, then leisurely took Robin, Uta, and Makino, and left the Moby Dick. After returning to his own ship, the Angel quickly sailed away.

Once the Angel was out of sight, Marco looked at Whitebeard:

"Dad, after this battle, I'm afraid there will be a lot fewer people who will challenge you, right? After all, you're no longer the strongest!"

Taking a sip of wine, Whitebeard laughed and said:

"So what? I'm Whitebeard! Guraraarara...."

For Whitebeard, being the "strongest" wasn't important. All he cared about was his family.

His interest in the so-called One Piece was close to zero!

Moreover, he was annoyed by constantly being watched and challenged by those who didn't know the limits.

After losing the title of "Strongest," he felt much more relaxed.

There are times when a great reputation is a glory for others, but for those who bear it, it's a burden and, after many years, a shackle!

At this moment, Whitebeard felt as if the shackles on his body had been lifted...

Quickly, the relaxed Whitebeard lay back on his chair and gradually fell asleep. Seeing this, Marco smiled and didn't disturb Whitebeard's rest.

Whitebeard didn't mind having his title of "strongest" taken away.

But among his subordinates, some cared more, and the one who cared most was naturally Marshall D. Teach.

Looking at the sleeping Whitebeard, Marshall D. Teach, who was hiding himself, revealed a hint of hatred in his eyes. He hated the weakened Whitebeard and also hated Rob, who took away Whitebeard's "strongest" title!

It's just that now he can't do anything, and he can't reveal his true intentions!

He is a truly ruthless person who gambles on a chance in his life, and he will never expose his ambition at this time. If there is no news about the Dark-Dark Fruit, Marshall D. Teach will not act.

Three days later.

On this day--

In a place in the New World where there is no wind but the weather is nice, the Angel stopped on the surface of the sea, motionless. On the deck, Rob, who had fully recovered from his injuries, was basking in the sun leisurely, having removed his bandages.

He didn't even use any medicine. After returning, he only slept for a day and a night. Shortly after waking up, his injuries had almost fully recovered thanks to his natural talent—Born strong.

Now that three days had passed, all his injuries from the battle had healed.

After four days of fighting Whitebeard, his physique, Haki, sword skills, and body techniques were all pushed to their limits. Now that he had recovered, Rob had naturally become stronger.

If he fought Whitebeard again today, it would definitely be much easier than before!

"The fight should be reported, right?" Rob pondered.

"I just don't know if the World Government will intervene in this incident... Given their nature, it's very likely! But Morgans might not listen!"

"After all, this is the big news he's been warming up for a long time!"

The battle on Foodvalten Island was the big news Morgans had been waiting for. He even planned to use a live broadcast to make it known to the whole world, but it failed!

But it is undeniable that—

Even though the live broadcast just started, the battle on Foodvalten Island, which Morgans had hyped for so long, was definitely followed by everyone in the world, whether they were big shots or ordinary people.

It is worth mentioning that—

The battle between Rob and Whitebeard started on December 27, 1512, and ended on January 1, 1513.

This battle can be called a New Year's Eve battle, with a strong symbolic meaning!

Even Rob thought it was quite a coincidence.

This was simply—

Another choice of omnipresent fate!

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