Zhang Bao, the pillar of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps, could only shut his mouth after hearing the King of Ramen's words, but the desire in his eyes to fight to the death with Sang Country remained undiminished.
"Old Cai, your grandfather has been out of the public eye for so many years; it's time for him to make an appearance this time."
The King of Ramen looked at Old Cai, the vice-pillar of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps, his tone a mix of negotiation and command.
In this war, due to the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps's lack of capable successors, the King of Ramen had not sent them to the front lines, but instead assigned them to logistical duties.
But now, with losses on the front, Conical Pimiento, who possessed immense power, could no longer sulk in his old lair.
He was angry at Iron Fist Garp for denting his pointed head, but after so many years, he should have cooled down, right?
The King of Ramen also wanted the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps to investigate the source of Sang Country's military supplies and disrupt their transport lines.
A half-baked Cai Yi couldn't handle such a crucial task.
So, the King of Ramen wanted to seize the opportunity to have Qing Jiao come out of retirement and lead the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps.
"Yes, Your Majesty, I will go back and discuss it with my grandfather immediately."
Old Cai's expression was solemn; he knew that the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps was in decline and his grandfather's spirit had been broken by Iron Fist Garp.
He also wanted to quickly grasp the essence of Eight Impact Fist, but he had been unable to do so, and thus could not bear the banner of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps.
If possible, he didn't want to disturb his semi-retired grandfather.
"Just tell your grandfather that I want him to investigate Sang Country's military supply lines this time; this matter might be a bit dangerous."
The King of Ramen said calmly; in fact, he was forcing Conical Pimiento to come out of retirement.
Otherwise, Qing Jiao would have to watch his grandson, Cai Yi, the successor of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps, lead a team to investigate at his own risk.
With Cai Yi's current strength, he could very likely be killed by the underground arms dealers and people from Sang Country.
If Conical Pimiento didn't want to lose Cai Yi, he could only come out of retirement to protect him.
"Understood, Your Majesty!"
Cai Yi left the palace with a heavy heart to discuss with his grandfather, Qing Jiao.
If his grandfather didn't want to come out of retirement, then he would complete the King's order himself.
He had to bear the banner of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps, even if he couldn't.
But what Cai Yi didn't expect was that Conical Pimiento, after hearing about the war between Flower Country and Sang Country, immediately chose to come out of retirement and accept the mission without a second thought.
Firstly, he didn't want to see Sang Country's arrogant demeanor.
Secondly, of course, it was to protect his grandson and help Cai Yi grow.
"You foolish grandson, do you really think I would abandon you and the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps?"
"I've just been looking for a way to restore my pointed head."
Conical Pimiento laughed heartily, patting Cai Yi's shoulder, a surge of Haoshoku spreading.
He hadn't truly fallen; his Haoshoku and Armed Haki were still intact.
Although weakened, he could still fight and withstand blows.
With Conical Pimiento's return, the morale of the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps significantly increased.
Under Qing Jiao's leadership, the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps began investigating Sang Country's arms suppliers and transport lines.
The sooner they found them, the fewer casualties Flower Country would suffer.
And the greater the chance Flower Country would have to defeat Sang Country.
However, they clearly underestimated Sang Country's transport routes and combat power, as well as the power and methods of the Donquixote Family.
Even with Conical Pimiento's involvement, their gains were still limited.
They could only occasionally intercept one or two of Sang Country's arms transport ships.
But it was of little help in cutting off the source of arms and the transport lines.
They could only try to investigate the source of the arms, but all clues seemed to point to the underground dark world.
Did they dare to leave West Blue and enter the New World to investigate?
But as Sang Country's offensive intensified, even the Eight-Treasure Marine Corps, responsible for logistics and investigation, was ordered by the King of Ramen to return for support.
First, they had to withstand Sang Country's fierce assault.
...
Many days later.
Three warships from the Goa Empire finally entered the disputed waters between Flower Country and Sang Country.
"Your Majesty, our Marine cannot interfere in the wars of Allied Nations, so we cannot continue to accompany you deeper into the battlefield this time."
"Moreover, our strength is indeed too weak."
Colonel Tashigi reluctantly requested Wang Shi to stop sailing.
If these weak Marine from East Blue were to enter the battlefield between Flower Country and Sang Country, they would be instantly wiped out.
They might even be punished by Marineford, and not even Wang Shi could protect her.
"Alright."
"You all rest here for a bit; our two ships will go on."
Wang Shi hadn't intended to bring these weak Marine; he had brought this warship out this time to give more peace of mind to the peaceful Allied Nations, proving that Wang Shi had no intention of causing trouble.
And to prove how much the Goa Empire was valued by the World Government and Marineford.
The secondary purpose was to intimidate pirates and the underworld.
"Understood, King Wang Shi, you must be careful."
Tashigi knew that Wang Shi and his companions were strong, but she couldn't help but worry.
"You all must be careful; if you encounter danger, call me or request support from a nearby Navy Branch; the situation in West Blue is very chaotic."
Wang Shi smiled as he instructed Tashigi.
He also gave some machine guns to these weak Marine, so they would have more self-preservation capabilities.
However, generally speaking, pirates usually don't dare to actively attack the Marine, even in the chaotic North Blue and West Blue, it's pretty much the same.
After all, the Marine is currently the strongest military organization in this great sea.
"Finally, we're here."
"Your Majesty, let's go straight into the battlefield!"
"As long as you tell them to stop fighting, whoever dares to continue, we will suppress them!"
Aramaki clenched his fists; today, His Majesty and his name would surely become famous throughout the world.
If King Wang Shi told them to stop fighting and they didn't, it would be disrespecting the East Blue Overlord, the Goa Empire, so they shouldn't be blamed for taking action.
Even if it was a war in West Blue, they, the East Blue Overlord, would still intervene.
"I will help Your Majesty bring an end to the war between the two nations."
"If they do not heed Your Majesty's words, my sword will be wielded for Your Majesty."
Issho's goal this time was to stop this war and, incidentally, make a name for himself across the seas.
Aramaki, on the other hand, sought to gain fame throughout the world, and incidentally, stop this war.
"Then let's go see how their fight is going."
Wang Shi also adjusted his state to his strongest.
After all, Flower Country and Sang Country had quite a few experts; it was estimated that there were no fewer than four, or even more, Haoshoku users.
The martial arts and swordsmanship passed down by both nations were also very powerful.
"I heard that Sang Country's pirate clans have many famous swords.
Let's see if we can get a good sword this time, or even a Supreme Grade Swords."
Zoro's eyes were also filled with ambition; besides Wado Ichimonji and Kitetsu the Third, he had an ordinary sword, and urgently needed a famous sword to fully utilize his three-sword style.
"Damn it, I'm a bit nervous; this war is very dangerous."
Eric's hands kept clenching and unclenching; he heard that Flower Country and Sang Country had many Haki users, and his Wind Blade might not be enough.
"Remember, whoever doesn't give me face, deal with them; don't take on both countries' entire forces at once."
Wang Shi instructed seriously; enemies had to be dealt with one by one, as they were few in number now.
But Wang Shi knew that these two pirate Allied Nations would not lack arrogant individuals.
Someone would definitely disrespect Wang Shi.
What Wang Shi had to do was, whoever dared to show their arrogance, he would take them down!
Fight until they were wary! Fight until they were afraid!
Establish the reputation of the Goa Empire, and establish his own reputation, along with Issho and Aramaki's.