Mythical?
What's this old man rambling about?
However, Angewomon wasn't interested in correcting him. She looked up at the sky, her brow slightly furrowed:
"According to the intelligence we received, it should be like this. If there weren't strong enough reinforcements, the Navy should have retreated long ago. But, those old men should have appeared by now, it's strange that they're still not..."
"Gulala! Who knows, maybe those cowards have already given up on the Navy, thinking victory is hopeless!"
Whitebeard laughed heartily:
"Compared to that, I'm more curious about you Endgame participants. Did you only bring a few top cadres this time? Hey, young lady, where are the rest? Surely they're not all on standby at home?"
This is really hard to understand.
Considering Shano's previous style of action.
In dealing with enemies, they never hesitate to root them out completely. The last time at North Sea, they dared to lead tens of thousands from the New World to march there.
This time with the Navy Headquarters advancing into the New World, it's a rare chance to severely damage them, there's no reason to only bring a few people.
"The Whitebeard Pirates have over fifty thousand people, isn't that already wholly sufficient in terms of manpower?"
Angewomon spoke coldly:
"Compared to that, with the Navy Headquarters emptying their forces, unable to provide aid to New World's branches, don't you think this is the perfect opportunity to drive the Navy out of the New World completely?"
Hmm?
Whitebeard realized something, "Hey hey hey, young lady, do you mean to say..."
"At this point, there's no harm in telling you."
Angewomon stated expressionlessly:
"The combat corps forces of Endgame, led by cadres like Rain of Shiryu, Smoker, Nojiko, split into six paths and simultaneously attack branches like G-5, G-13, G-14."
"Timing-wise, they should be about to accomplish their goals."
"As for the strongest G1 branch, since it happens to be on the way for us, it collided with the opponent's main fleet which came to support this battlefield, and was smoothly dealt with by Lord Shano."
Whitebeard was taken aback.
Is this why Shano mentioned running into an unexpected delay when arriving from the sky?
Endgame really did a huge thing!
It's known.
The branches the Navy established in the Grand Line all start with the letter G, which refers to "Great".
Their military strength is strong, far exceeding the ordinary branches in the Four Seas, with military ranks equivalent to Headquarters.
Set in the New World, the seven branches serve as critical points against the Four Emperors, even more crucial!
Almost every New World branch is stationed by no less than two Vice Admirals and staffed by thousands, even tens of thousands of soldiers.
They can instantly coordinate with Headquarters for mutual support and joint combat!
Even Whitebeard had been helpless against these thorns in his side, allowing them to linger at the edges of his territory.
But now.
All seven branches are going to be gone, aren't they?!
Which means...
All of the Navy Headquarters' foundations and arrangements in the New World are instantly demolished into dust over the years!!!
Whitebeard regained his composure from shock and couldn't help but laugh heartily:
"Gulala! Such audacity! It seems I underestimated the ambition of that person after all!"
At this moment.
The Radio Snail in his arms suddenly rang urgently.
Broo broo, broo broo~~~!
"Hmm?"
Whitebeard answered curiously, who would call him at this time?
"Dad!"
On the other end, the voice of Izou, the Sixteenth Division Captain stationed at the base, came anxiously:
"It's bad, our scouts have spotted Kizaru! That guy didn't seem to follow the majority of the Navy after entering the New World, but is heading alone towards Sphinx Island!"
Whitebeard's smile froze abruptly.
Where is he heading?
Sphinx Island?!
Rage suddenly surged within him. That's his homeland, the Holy Land he wishes to protect with all his savings and lifetime!
Aside from his sons, there's nothing more important to him than maintaining the peace and tranquility there.
Just Kizaru... how dare he!
"Dad! What should we do?"
Izou was obviously panicking too, "As Captains staying at the territory, it's me and Kingudo, this is really troublesome now... should we just go and check the situation first..."
"Don't go!"
Whitebeard sternly interrupted Izou, "What nonsense are you saying, you foolish son? Even if you two join forces, you aren't a match for Kizaru, going there would be suicide! Don't go!"
"But dad..."
"Relax, the Endgame group has made a move, the battle here is settled, I'll head there immediately!"
Whitebeard hung up the phone and turned to Angewomon, speaking in a deep voice:
"Tell Shano that I'm going to leave temporarily! I'm leaving this to you, all right?"
Angewomon was taken aback and before she could nod, Whitebeard had already roared out:
"Marco!"
Marco was not far away, having just defeated a Navy Headquarters Vice Admiral, he heard his father's call without hesitation, transforming into a blue firebird, flying swiftly toward him.
"To Sphinx!"
Whitebeard seized Marco's wing, his large body easily lifted by the Phoenix, flying into the sky.
"Sphinx?"
Marco was momentarily taken aback.
"I'll explain on the way, hurry!"
Whitebeard spoke deeply, glancing in Shano's direction.
Sengoku was still being beaten one-sidedly, occasionally getting chances to counterattack but unable to cause any substantial harm to Shano.
From the looks of it, it won't take long before the battle's decisive, and then Shano will wrap things up, leading the Navy to complete defeat.
"Gulala... kid, this time I owe you one!"
Whitebeard laughed in Shano's direction, then shouted firmly, "Let's go!"
They'll make it in time!
This location isn't far from Sphinx, at Marco's flying speed, they'll definitely make it in time!
"Yes, dad!"
Boom!
The Phoenix's wings suddenly exploded with dazzling blue flames; as the sonic cloud burst, the man and bird cut through the sky like a meteor, speeding toward Sphinx Island!
...
Above the battlefield.
Shano grinned as he punched, sending Demon Buddha Sengoku retreating over a hundred meters, catching a glimpse of the disappearing blue flame at the horizon with his peripheral vision, raising his brow slightly.
Was that...
Marco just left with Whitebeard?
What's happening now.
Shano furrowed his brow, seeing Angewomon flying over, he was about to meet her to inquire, but at that moment a massive explosion suddenly sounded from afar!
Rumble——
The entire sea shook violently, massive waves soaring upward!
"Hey! What's going on?!"
Everyone on the battlefield involuntarily paused, staring in shock at the explosion's source.
Suddenly, four dark purple lightning bolts descended from the sky and struck the center of the battlefield. The thick Teleportation Array patterns continuously expanded, black Qi permeating, turning the entire sea surface dark!
"Finally here..."
Angewomon snorted coldly, halting her steps, her eight wings unfurling dramatically, holy light instantly dispelling the surrounding haze.
Then she lifted her head, gazing at those gradually solidifying figures.
They were none other than the Four Five Elders!
Leading them, Saint Garling, with a grim face, looked around and commented coolly:
"Truly lively, indeed, with two royal teams plus tens of thousands of Navy soldiers, how could it not be bustling."
"Might as well."
Saint Warcury stepped forward, "It's just right to wipe you pirates out in one go, saving us..."
Saint Nusjuro expressionlessly drew the Demon Sword Kitetsu, replying grimly:
"The effort!"