This new weapon test left Bai Yu extremely satisfied.
Following the success of the experiment, Bai Yu immediately ordered the delivery of three newly designed forts and thirty upgraded muskets to his command.
They were part of the preparation for the next major task.
Given the results, Bai Yu gave full support to Lie Qing's ongoing weapons research.
So long as Lie Qing required resources, Bai Yu would spare no effort in acquiring them—whether rare materials or technical talent.
In return, he expected only one thing—more powerful, cutting-edge weapons to equip the navy.
---
Back in the G5 base office—
"Bai Yu, someone's here from Navy Headquarters," Maya said as she entered.
She stepped forward and handed over a sealed document with the Headquarters' insignia.
Bai Yu scanned through it quickly.
The content was straightforward—he was to arrive at Impel Down (Advance City) one day in advance to handle the transfer procedures.
Portgas D. Ace would then be escorted to Marineford for public execution the following afternoon, broadcast to the entire world.
"I see," Bai Yu replied calmly.
"It's time to move."
---
"How many people are you planning to take this time?" Maya asked. "And who should I notify?"
"I'll arrange it now if you say the word."
Maya had grown increasingly efficient, now acting as Bai Yu's personal assistant in all but name.
"Smoker will remain at G5. You and the others will come with me."
He paused to consider.
"Bring one hundred elite soldiers."
"Only a hundred?" Maya asked, raising a brow.
She knew full well how dangerous this mission would be.
"You know my style," Bai Yu shrugged. "If I had my way, I wouldn't bring anyone."
There was a pause before Maya nodded in understanding.
"Understood. I'll inform them now. Should Koby and Helmeppo handle the team selection?"
"Yeah. Let them decide," Bai Yu agreed.
The two exchanged a few more words before Maya turned to leave.
---
Tap. Tap.
Just as Maya exited, another set of footsteps echoed down the hall.
Smoker entered the office.
"Vice Admiral Bai Yu," he said immediately. "Take me with you on this mission!"
It was obvious Smoker had heard about Bai Yu's decision to leave him at G5.
"This is just a prisoner escort," Bai Yu replied, standing. "I need someone trustworthy watching G5."
"Right now, we've made enemies on every front—the Four Emperors, the Warlords, Supernovas, even the Revolutionary Army."
"If anyone hits us while I'm gone, you're the one I trust to hold the line."
---
Smoker's face was unwilling, but he bit back his protest.
"…Understood."
"If I truly need you, you'll know. Just keep G5 steady in my absence," Bai Yu said firmly.
"…Yes, sir."
With no further argument, Smoker saluted and left.
---
A short time later, Bai Yu arrived at the port of G5.
There, Maya, Koby, Helmeppo, and one hundred elite marines were already assembled, waiting beside a massive navy warship.
"You all know what this mission entails, don't you?" Bai Yu called out.
"Yes, sir!" they answered in unison.
"Our task is simple—escort the prisoner to Headquarters."
"Keep your eyes sharp. Don't tarnish G5's reputation."
"YES, SIR!"
"If there's no issue, board the ship—we set sail immediately!"
With that, the marines began filing aboard.
Unlike previous missions, this time a full-scale warship had been prepared under Bai Yu's command.
At his signal, the flagship of G5 set sail, heading toward the impenetrable fortress—Advance City.
---
Meanwhile…
On a small island near the G5 base, a group of pirates lay hidden in the jungle.
They had been watching for days.
"They've moved! G5's ship is en route to Advance City!" a scout shouted, peering through a telescope.
Another pirate quickly activated a Den Den Mushi.
"Hello? Lord Pica?"
"Yes, Vice Admiral Bai Yu has departed from G5. We're heading out to intercept now."
"Yes… it's time."
After hanging up, the pirate turned to the others.
"Brothers! This is our chance to avenge Young Master Doflamingo!"
"Lord Pica has issued the order—Advance City must fall!"
"Bring ruin to Bai Yu's name!"
The pirates were clearly from the Donquixote Family, once led by the fallen Warlord Donquixote Doflamingo.
And now, under Pica's command, they were moving to attack the impenetrable prison—to exact revenge on Bai Yu!
---
Elsewhere—
On an uninhabited island near Advance City, another ship lay anchored.
Its black sails bore a blood-red gear insignia—the mark of the Kidd Pirates.
Captain Eustass Kidd stood atop the deck, glaring at his right arm—or rather, the mechanical prosthetic that replaced it.
He had just ended a call via Den Den Mushi.
"So… Bai Yu's on the move again."
"That bastard cut off my arm. Slaughtered my men."
"It's time I returned the favor."
Rage boiling in his eyes, Kidd signaled his crew.
They would sail for Advance City—and he would have his revenge.
---
At that same moment, deep within the stronghold of Wano Country, Kaido of the Beasts listened to a report from one of his subordinates.
"So… Bai Yu's moving to Advance City," Kaido murmured.
A moment of silence.
"Send word to Who's-Who, Ulti, and Page One."
"Tell them to cooperate with the Donquixote remnants. Our target is Bai Yu."
"Capture him alive—bring him to me."
"As you command!"
The subordinate bowed and rushed out.
Left alone, Kaido's face twisted into a murderous grin.
"Bai Yu…"
"You dared to kill my officers. I'll make you beg for death."
Boom!
With a single punch, Kaido shattered the floor beneath him.
The war was set.
---
And Bai Yu?
He had no idea that his mission to escort Ace had triggered a triple threat:
The Donquixote Family
The Kidd Pirates
And Kaido's elite Flying Six
All three were converging on Advance City.
Each a terrifying force alone.
Together, they would turn Impel Down into a battlefield.
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