Chapter 102: Assault on the Navy Fort

Just as in the original story regarding the Rocks Pirates, aside from the few elderly individuals who had witnessed the crew in action, virtually no one knew the true story of the Rocks Pirates.

This was the result of the World Government's manipulation, controlling the world's information network and the distribution of news through newspapers, effectively suppressing any information that could undermine their authority.

As time passed, if things weren't documented, many events would fade away, and people would gradually forget what had transpired.

However, this time the World Government overlooked a crucial detail: the president of the World News Agency had moved to the New World.

Following Li Yuan's suggestion, Rocks sent all the information about the incident at Impel Down, including photos and videos, to the World News Agency.

The next day, news of the Rocks Pirates breaching Impel Down spread across the world.

Coincidentally, during a meeting of the Five Elders, the CP department delivered the latest newspapers.

"Damn that World News Agency for daring to openly oppose us!"

"The CP department is doing nothing; they still haven't located the World News Agency's headquarters!"

The Agricultural Defense Warrior, Saint Peter, slammed the newspaper onto the table in anger.

The World Government used to have complete control over the dissemination and collection of world news, but with the rise of Rocks, what was once solely their domain had been intercepted and shared.

While the World Government still controlled the release of information, they were no longer the sole authority, with the World News Agency now in the mix.

As a result, their previous methods of information suppression were rendered almost useless.

"This situation is untenable; we must deal with the Rocks Pirates first. We must ensure Rocks' death this time!"

The Financial Defense Warrior, Saint Nasu Shourou, declared.

"Agreed!"

"…"

"Hahaha! The so-called impregnable fortress of Impel Down is nothing but a facade, easily breached by the Rocks Pirates!"

"This is fantastic! Damn the Navy! Let's see if they dare imprison us in Impel Down again!"

"The Rocks Pirates are truly formidable for breaching Impel Down! They're reportedly planning to attack the Navy forts in the New World, driving the Navy out entirely. If that happens, the New World will belong to us pirates!"

"I want to join the Rocks Pirates!!"

"Captain, let's go join forces with the Rocks Pirates and drive the Navy out of the New World!"

"…"

As news of the Rocks Pirates breaching Impel Down spread, pirates from all corners of the New World and the four seas were ecstatic.

More pirates in the New World responded to Rocks' call, heading to the front to attack the Navy forts.

Upon returning from Impel Down, Rocks and his crew joined the fleet, setting off towards the front of the New World.

Those prisoners who had been freed from Impel Down also joined the Rocks Pirates, ready to feast and recover before following Rocks into battle against the Navy forts.

During this time, nearly all eyes in the world were focused on the New World's front, where an enormous war between the Navy and the pirates was about to unfold!

The G1 Navy Fort, closest to the Red Line, served as the Navy's gateway in the New World.

The G2, G3, and G4 forts were constructed around G1 in a fan-like formation, expanding inward toward the New World.

G5, G6, G7, G8, and G9 were situated closer to the center of the inner world, in front of G2, G3, and G4.

There had previously been G10 through G15 Navy forts, but those had been destroyed by the Rocks Pirates, leaving only G1 through G7.

Thus, for the Rocks Pirates to destroy all the Navy forts in the New World, they needed to first eliminate the outermost G5, G6, and G7 forts.

This would allow them to proceed to destroy G2, G3, and G4.

Consequently, the Navy concentrated most of their forces on G5, G6, and G7.

In fact, the Rocks Pirates had considered using Shiki's powers to airstrike G2, G3, and G4.

However, this proposal was ultimately rejected when Li Yuan remarked, "That would be like catching turtles in a jar!"

Since the Navy was already aware of Shiki's abilities, they could easily anticipate such an attack, and it was possible that traps set by the Navy and World Government awaited them at those three forts.

To quickly destroy the three foremost Navy forts, the officers of the Rocks Pirates split into three groups, each leading their fleet, affiliated pirate crews, and other pirates responding to Rocks' call to simultaneously attack G5, G6, and G7.

Wang Zhi, Silver Axe, and John attacked G5.

Deadshot Leondona, Violent King Brandon, and Charlotte Linlin assaulted G6.

Li Yuan, Whitebeard, and Shiki targeted G7.

Rocks and Wald remained in the rear, ready to provide support.

With these simple assignments made, the operation commenced immediately.

**G7 Fort:**

Li Yuan, Whitebeard, and Shiki led a multitude of pirate ships to the front of G7 Fort.

The Navy had already prepared for battle, and Li Yuan sensed three powerful presences within the fort.

"Whitebeard, this is your debut; show off your Devil Fruit powers!"

Li Yuan urged Whitebeard.

Up until now, Whitebeard had not demonstrated his ability to create tsunamis through tremors in front of others.

This scale of war was the perfect opportunity for Whitebeard to make a name for himself.

"Gulahh! Let the Navy feel the roar of the sea!"

Whitebeard accepted Li Yuan's suggestion eagerly. As a pirate, he was keen on establishing his renown.

He stepped to the bow of the ship, channeling the full power of his Tremor-Tremor Fruit into his right fist. Even just clenching his fist, rippling air distortions were visible.

Whitebeard assumed his iconic punching stance, his muscles swelling with visible veins.

The immense power he was accumulating caused the surrounding ships to sway, and the pirates nearby instinctively moved away from Whitebeard, recognizing the danger he presented.

"Crack!!!"

When the power reached its peak, Whitebeard's fist struck the air with tremendous force.

In an instant, the surrounding space shattered, and the violent shockwave spread across the sea, causing the waters to tremble.

Even the ground of G7 Fort shook from the force of the tremors.

"Everyone, prepare the cannons! Fire at will once the pirates come within range! Don't let them approach the fort!"

A rear admiral at G7 Fort commanded.

But just as he finished speaking, the ground began to tremble.

"What's happening? Is there an earthquake?"

The sudden vibrations nearly knocked the Navy off their feet, forcing them to grab onto nearby structures for support.

"What is that?"

"Is that a tsunami?!"

"How is that possible!"

As the earthquake subsided, the Navy at G7 Fort looked toward the horizon, their faces turning pale at the sight of a massive tsunami looming over them.

The towering wave, akin to a shadow blocking out the sun, threatened to engulf the entire G7 Fort!

If this colossal tsunami crashed down upon G7 Fort, while the fort itself might not be destroyed, the personnel stationed there would surely suffer heavy casualties.

"Damn it! Whitebeard's Tremor-Tremor Fruit can actually cause the sea to tremble and create a massive disaster like this!"

Sengoku, the admiral stationed at G7 Fort, frowned deeply.

They had not previously gathered intelligence on Whitebeard's capabilities in this regard, or else they would have prepared countermeasures against tsunamis.

"Tsunamis are not invincible. If we can't stop it, we'll have to disperse it!"

CP0 Vice Commander Carlo Grosso transformed into an ancient Wind Dragon and charged toward the tsunami.

"Storm Leg: Infinite Wind!!"

Carlo, taking advantage of the tsunami's distance from G7 Fort, spun in the air and unleashed dozens of long slashes aimed at the wave.

"I'll assist!"

"Storm Leg: Tyrant Dragon!!"

Admiral Kawehe Siti transformed into a complete ancient Tyrannosaurus, using Moonwalk to launch attacks against the approaching tsunami.

"Great Buddha Impact!!"

Without hesitation, Sengoku transformed into his Buddha form, continuously unleashing shockwaves to counter the towering wave.

Ultimately, under the combined assault of three Admirals, the hundred-meter-high tsunami was reduced to a mere ten meters as it approached the fort.

While this still caused significant damage, it was minor compared to the initial threat of the towering wave.

"Gahahaha! Newgate, your tsunami wasn't big enough; it was easily thwarted by the enemy!"

Though the Golden Lion said this, he felt a sense of unease within. If he faced such a tsunami, he wouldn't be able to stop it either; he could only use his powers to fly away.

"Being able to generate a tsunami is terrifying!"

The pirates marveled, wide-eyed. They had never seen someone capable of summoning a natural disaster like a tsunami before. Such power was almost like cheating on the high seas!

"I never intended to defeat them with a single blow; this was merely a show of force!"

"That flying dragon is mine; don't you dare take it!"

"Moonwalk!"

As the tsunami subsided, without waiting for the fleet to approach the Navy fort, Li Yuan activated Moonwalk and dashed forward.

"Gahahaha! Newgate, that flying Wyvern is mine!"

Seeing this, the Golden Lion also took to the air, seeking out his own opponent.

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