Bonus 1
Black electric arcs intertwined with flames descended from the sky, carrying a fearsome force. A piercing howl echoed, reaching Whitebeard.
Rumble——! !
Like a falling meteor, a colossal roar echoed across the battlefield, unleashing a powerful explosion. Layers of air waves stacked and spread in all directions.
This is—
The clash of Conqueror's Haki! ! !
Muscles in both arms writhed and expanded once more, channeling the might of the Ox Talisman. An indescribable force surged forth. Combined with peak Haki, Whitebeard found himself suppressed, unable to move.
"Whitebeard! Your era is over now..."
"This era is known as Atlas!!!"
A hint of fierceness glinted in Atlas's eyes, and a powerful air current grazed his body, causing the tips of his short hair to bristle.
"Gurararara!! Kid, you're the victor!!"
While Whitebeard's voice retained its strength, it was evident that the injuries from earlier prevented him from exerting too much force.
In the end, he...
Still suffered defeat! ! !
Thump thump thump—! ! !
Clang! !
Whitebeard staggered backward, driving his naginata into a chunk of ice. He halted, gradually straightening his waist. Capillaries all over his body appeared to have burst, and he stood in a pool of blood.
With the last of his breath, Whitebeard cast a slow gaze over the condition of his sons.
Not much had altered from earlier. They remained ensnared by a sizable group of Marines. Even Rayleigh and Gaban found themselves held by two Admirals, unable to break free.
Roger, it seems the one you're anticipating hasn't shown up yet?
Is it Shanks?
Regrettably, he can no longer foresee what lies ahead.
Inhaling deeply, Whitebeard bellowed, his roar drowning out the deathly clamor on the entire battlefield. It echoed through the world via the Den Den Mushi bug:
"Human will is enduring, just like there are some who carry on Roger's will... I'm sure someone will appear to carry on my will, someday.
—— It has been passed down since ancient times. And in the future... someday...someone will appear carrying the history of all those decades on his back, and challenge the world to a fight."
He laughed heartily, "Sengoku... you guys in the World Government, all fear that immense battle engulfing the whole world that will eventually come!!!"
"This guy..."
Sengoku's expression turned grim, failing to grasp Whitebeard's last words before his demise.
However—
Can't the Marines just thwart the pirate's intentions?
Contemplating this, Sengoku swiftly took a breath and shouted vehemently towards Atlas, who stood on the sidelines observing the spectacle:
"Atlas, bring an end to Whitebeard!!"
Upon hearing this, Atlas cast a peculiar glance at Sengoku but proceeded to approach Whitebeard slowly.
Yet, with numerous onlookers, Sengoku had to maintain his composure.
Nonetheless, he didn't entirely agree with Whitebeard's statement.
'World government in panic' What concern does the Marine have with them?
"I don't care myself but as soon as someone finds that great treasure... the entire world will be turned upside down... And someone will find it. That day will definitely come sooner or later. Gurara~!!!"
Whitebeard persisted, his voice suddenly booming by several decibels.
"Hurry and silence Whitebeard. We cannot allow him to utter those words!!"
Sengoku had a sudden realization, his expression shifting dramatically. He swiftly bellowed towards the Marines stationed behind him on the port.
Boom—! !
Boom—! !
Swish——! !
A blood-red slash struck Whitebeard just before the cannonballs.
Soon after.
The thick barrage of artillery shells arrived, piercing through Whitebeard's body consecutively, creating bloody cavities. The billowing smoke shrouded his entire visage, making it challenging to discern his expression clearly.
Yet, Whitebeard's form only wavered slightly, displaying no inclination to collapse.
"Hurry and cut off the Den Den Mushi transmission!!"
Sengoku's command echoed once more.
However, it was evidently too late.
"One Piece——Is Real!!!"
The thunderous sound propagated with the shockwave, reaching every individual on the battlefield, everyone hearing this final roar.
Including...
People worldwide are witnessing this live broadcast! ! !
Boom—! !
The entire globe was in an uproar, prompting many individuals who had been hesitant about setting sail to make a firm decision.
After all, even though Roger declared before his death——
The legendary One Piece was concealed by him in the Grand Line.
Yet, it has been thirteen years, and no pirate has ever been reported to actually possess the so-called great secret treasure.
Doubts about Roger began to emerge among many.
Could the so-called great secret treasure be a hoax? !
And now, another globally renowned pirate has reasserted it——
One Piece is real! ! !
Then.
The entire world is thrilled! ! !
"Enormous secret treasure! I'm setting sail for the Grand Line!!"
"Oh! One Piece, count me in!"
"That guy Roger didn't deceive us. We'll uncover the massive secret treasure sooner or later!"
In the entire world, beyond the gaze of the Marines, a peculiar carnival unfolded. The age of mighty pirates appeared to commence with Whitebeard's proclamation...
Pushed to its absolute zenith! ! !
"Damn it!! Does Whitebeard believe the world isn't chaotic already?!"
Sengoku wore an unpleasant expression, and nearly every word he uttered reflected his frustration.
If we claim that what Roger declared before his execution initiated the Great Pirate Era.
Well, Whitebeard's marks the pinnacle of the Great Pirate Era.
He could foresee that post-war, the seas would be teeming with a significantly larger number of pirates! ! !
"All Marines!! Apprehend every member of the Whitebeard Pirates!!"
Witnessing the inevitable outcome and with Whitebeard's voice silenced, Sengoku turned to the Marines, his tone brimming with murderous intent.
With Whitebeard's demise, there's no reason for the Whitebeard Pirates to persist! !
Impel Down or hell awaits them as their ultimate destination, and Impel Down can easily accommodate a new influx of prisoners! !
"Dad, cursed Marines!!"
"Everyone... stand against them, give it your all!!!"
The Whitebeard Pirates' members displayed their fury, expending the remainder of their strength in an attempt to take down a Marine or two to release their pent-up anger.
On the opposite end.
The Red Hair Pirates assembled, the ambiance laden with tension.
"Where are Building Snake and Limejuice?!"
Shanks' voice turned stern, his hands involuntarily trembling, a foreboding sense creeping into his heart.
Not only those two high-ranking members, but also many other familiar ordinary crewmates were nowhere to be found.
"Captain! they..."
Drip——! Drip——!
Large tears dripped onto the shattered ice. Shanks bowed his head remorsefully, fists clenched.
"I'm sorry... everyone, it's my recklessness..."
"Snap!"
With a firm slap on Shanks' back, Beckman stepped forward slowly:
"What nonsense are you talking about?! You're our captain. Snake and the others wouldn't blame you. Carrying on their will and continuing to sail is the best tribute to them!!"
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