Chapter 118: Decision Made! Abandoning God Valley
Holy Land Mary Geoise.
After the report from CP0 via the Den Den Mushi, the Five Elders also learned of the current situation.
When they heard of Rocks' fall, they couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
"That guy Rocks is finally dead. These past few years he turned the seas upside down—what a hateful bastard."
"I never expected Roger would actually team up with Garp."
The group immediately began discussing.
For them, Rocks' death was something they had anticipated, but hearing the confirmation still eased their minds considerably.
After all, this battle
Was being watched closely by that person. Any mishap would have been troublesome.
Moreover, if Rocks had truly reached God Valley and seized Uranus, with his own overlord-level strength combined with the ancient weapon,
It would probably be impossible for anyone on these seas
To stop him—except that person.
Even they, who usually held themselves in high regard, had to admit that Rocks was indeed the strongest pirate in history.
He was also the greatest threat the World Government had ever faced.
Now, his death marked the end of the Rocks Pirates and the elimination of the biggest threat to the World Government.
"But Roger actually wants to destroy God Valley."
"That's quite unexpected."
The long-bearded elder said gravely.
Everyone knew God Valley was the only stronghold capable of controlling Uranus. Over the years, the World Government had gained considerable new technology from it.
Abandoning it like this was truly a shame.
But right now, they truly could not afford to keep God Valley. Once the Navy and CP0 withdrew, if others seized it, the consequences would be disastrous.
The black-hatted elder raised an eyebrow.
"Since Roger wants to deal with God Valley, let him do it."
"The remaining research facilities aren't many anyway, and the important personnel have already been evacuated beforehand. Destroying it won't matter much."
For the World Government,
Research facilities could be rebuilt in no time as long as they had time.
There was no need to clash with Roger and the others over this.
The sword-holding elder frowned.
"Wouldn't that make it look like we're afraid of pirates? If word spreads, it'll be troublesome—for the Navy soldiers as well."
In his view,
Allowing Roger to act freely would undoubtedly be showing weakness to pirates.
Right after Rocks' death was the time to reestablish order. Showing weakness to pirates at this moment was not a good move.
"Even if the news spreads, what of it? We still control the information channels."
"It's just some rumors—nothing that can stir real trouble."
After a brief discussion.
The long-bearded elder, as the leader, finally gave the final order.
"Let those people destroy God Valley. That person is currently preparing to deal with Lotte personally—we cannot waste precious time here."
At the mention of that person.
The magnificent room fell silent for a moment. Everyone agreed to this course of action.
...
God Valley.
When the white-robed man received the reply, his pupils suddenly contracted.
Though a trace of confusion appeared,
He still stared deeply at Lotte and Newgate in the distance.
"Since you insist on destroying God Valley, go ahead and do it now."
"But don't come crying later saying you couldn't manage it."
The white-robed man sneered coldly.
Everyone knew God Valley was no ordinary island.
It had stood firm for a thousand years in such harsh conditions—not just due to the World Government's protection, but also because of its own material composition.
The island's material
Was similar to the substance of the Poneglyphs. Even after endless time, wind, and rain, it endured.
Destroying it would be extremely difficult!
Seeing the white-robed man say this.
Lotte raised an eyebrow, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
He had already prepared to fight the guy again, but he never expected CP0 to back down at this moment.
"Yo, I didn't expect the famous CP0 to actually yield."
"This is quite a rare sight."
Lotte said with a playful smile.
He slowly returned his dual swords to their sheaths.
If he wanted to destroy an entire God Valley, his current swordsmanship alone probably wouldn't suffice.
After all, the aura coming from the island was clearly extraordinary.
He would need to use Wood Release.
The moment he brought his hands together slightly, he glanced at Newgate beside him.
"Destroying an island is one of your specialties. Are you confident enough?"
Everyone knew that even Lotte
Had to admit that in terms of large-scale terrain destruction right now,
Whitebeard—who would later be called the strongest man—probably still surpassed him by a notch.
Even in his old age,
Whitebeard's shockwaves had completely destroyed Marineford's fortress.
And that was while he restrained the range because of Ace's presence—enough to show just how extraordinary the Tremor-Tremor Fruit's power was.
"Gurararara! Of course there's no need to ask!"
"Lotte, just sit back and watch the show. Leave this to me!"
Newgate laughed heartily.
To him, this was child's play.
Steel Bone Kong, hearing this, clenched his teeth with a grave expression.
"All forces, withdraw from this sea area immediately!"
"Rescue all the wounded right now! Speed up the retrieval of soldiers!"
If they were really caught in those tremor waves, the damage to Marine Headquarters would take years to recover from.
Killing the leader Rocks
Was already the best possible outcome for him.
Garp stood on the warship deck receiving bandages, gazing at Roger and the others in the distance. He slowly clenched his fists.
Rocks was dead.
Next would undoubtedly be a brand-new era.
Someday.
He would fulfill the promise he made back then.
To lock away Lotte, Roger, and the rest in Impel Down!
To uphold the justice in his heart,
Not for the so-called Celestial Dragons, nor for the World Government.
The Navy warships, upon receiving the Fleet Admiral's order, began withdrawing from the area one after another. Those who remained were the elite of the elite.
Such as Sengoku and Zephyr.
This was also to prevent Roger from launching a surprise attack on God Valley.
With the warships retreating into the distance,
Newgate and Lotte exchanged a glance and began to act.
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