"If the Four Emperors really plan to besiege Mary Geoise, it will lead to a world-shaking battle."
[Sakazuki]:"So what if the Four Emperors come? The Navy's elite forces are already gathered. Once the war starts, the pirates will be crushed!"
Akainu's words were broadcast openly on the giant screen.
At this point, everyone present in the World Conference hall realized something terrifying — everything they said might be projected publicly to the entire world.
This revelation made them more cautious in speech.
But who in the world had such a terrifying power?
And even more shocking — how did this person manage to remain unnoticed by the three Admirals?
Just how powerful was this unknown individual?
The kings of the participating nations dared not think deeper.
Suddenly, a heavy voice appeared again on the massive screen.
[Edward Newgate]:"@Akainu… you brat. So arrogant. When I was ruling the seas, you were still sucking milk, weren't you? I didn't come to Mary Geoise to listen to you Navy boys playing Q&A. I came to hear the interpretation of the Poneglyphs and the truth of the Void Century. I'm guessing that anonymous invitation was sent by the Navy, right? How long do you intend to keep up this charade?"
On the Moby Dick, Whitebeard sat in the center of the deck like a king on his throne. His massive frame exuded authority. Though his body was no longer in its prime, his presence was still overwhelming.
His words sent shockwaves.
Even Garp fell into silence, lost in thought.
"Interpret the Poneglyphs? That's impossible... Aren't they scattered all across the world? How could anyone interpret them now?"
As for the Navy — there was no way they would have sent those anonymous letters. The entire Marine force was currently stationed at Mary Geoise, tasked with maintaining the strictest security.
They couldn't possibly have invited the Four Emperors.
[Sakazuki]:"The Navy would never stoop to such tactics!"
Sakazuki's face was dark with frustration, realizing Whitebeard had baited him. Still, he held his tongue. Despite the old man's condition, Whitebeard's power remained fearsome.
And his words shook even the most hardened pirates.
Interpreting the Poneglyphs?
That meant reaching Raftel, the end of the Grand Line — the final destination for every pirate.
As for the Void Century, even the World Government was now panicking.
True or not, if any information about the blank 100 years were revealed, it would trigger a global storm.
Mary Geoise, the most heavily guarded and opulent location in the world...
In a secretive chamber, the Five Elders sat solemnly. A curtain had appeared in their private room, showing the same feed as everyone else.
They immediately understood what was happening:
Someone had sent anonymous invitations to the Four Emperors, luring them to Mary Geoise.
This was a calculated and well-prepared operation.
And it posed a serious threat to the World Government.
"Cut off this broadcast immediately!" one of the Five Elders barked.
[Crocodile]:"Oh? A global live broadcast? How interesting. Sounds like fun — maybe I'll join the party!"
[Marco]:"Little Crocodile, what are you doing here? Haven't you already been beaten down by Pops?"
[Jozu]:"Marco, that's a bit much. You're being broadcast worldwide, you know."
[Crocodile]:"..."
Back in Alabasta, Crocodile wiped sweat from his forehead as he watched the screen.
Those Whitebeard brats really didn't hold back…
He had once challenged Whitebeard — and suffered a humiliating defeat.
But now that there might be news about the Poneglyphs and even the Void Century, he couldn't miss this opportunity.
He had to find a way into Mary Geoise — the Holy Land.
Inside the World Conference Hall
The mysterious voice echoed once more:
["Now, the answer is to be revealed!"]
The image on the giant screen changed again.
It now showed a ragged-looking man arrogantly confronting a red-haired pirate.
[Higuma]:"I've defeated 56 men like you before. I'm a bandit with an 8 million bounty! One bottle of wine isn't even enough to rinse my mouth!"
He raised his bottle — and smashed it against the straw hat of the red-haired man.
The screen then shifted again — this time to a scene at sea.
Shanks was holding a young Luffy with one arm… and his other arm was gone.
The image froze.
[Question: Who broke Shanks' arm?]
[To ensure fairness, the Red Hair Pirates and Monkey D. Luffy are not allowed to answer.]
[Select from the following options:]
a. Bandit Higuma
b. Sea King
c. Whale
d. King of the Near Sea
As soon as the question appeared, Luffy stood up, visibly agitated. He wanted to shout the answer — but no matter what he said, his voice never showed up on the giant screen. His answer was invalid.
The conference hall fell into another heavy silence.
No one dared answer casually.
After all, a wrong answer might bring unknown punishment — or even instant death.
But confusion swept the room. Shanks was a Yonko, one of the Four Emperors.
Who in the world could break his arm?
What kind of strength could overpower someone like him?
The room remained frozen — until a pompous voice rang out.
"This question is too simple. No one dares answer? Cowards! Let me show you how it's done!"
A Celestial Dragon, with a round, transparent glass helmet, stood proudly from his seat. His nose high in the air, he scoffed: