NOVEL NEXT Chapter 120: Chapter 120: Camouflage
Grand Line, Somewhere on the Sea!
After rescuing Momousagi, Shiro and the others didn't linger in one place for too long. The World Government would soon receive the "gift" that Shiro had painstakingly prepared for the Celestial Dragons. When that happens, both the World Government and the Celestial Dragons are bound to be furious. Therefore, Shiro had to return early to set up defenses and prepare for any potential actions from the World Government and Marine Headquarters.
Additionally, the World Conscription of the Navy Headquarters was about to begin, so he had to return in advance to get ready.
It's worth mentioning that during the mission to rescue Momousagi, the system once again triggered a choice. Shiro ultimately obtained the medium-sized sea defense system ring, just what he needed to consolidate the defense line of the Calm Belt. Although the future center of power would shift to the New World, the first half of the Grand Line was equally important. From a stronghold in the Calm Belt, Shiro could hold dominion over the Four Seas. When the time is right, he could easily obliterate the World Government and the Marine forces, securing the entire first half of the Grand Line!
Of course, this was just a plan for now. After this battle, the World Government would both hate and take Shiro more seriously. The real fight was only beginning!
At this time, Shiro's fleet was sailing swiftly across the sea towards the Calm Belt. Throughout the journey, monitoring by the Navy Headquarters and the World Government's CP organization was relentless, but none of them dared to act recklessly. The situation had become incredibly complex.
Originally, under the strict surveillance of the World Government and the Navy Headquarters, Shiro was expected to remain within the Calm Belt. But in reality, Shiro had managed to slip out unnoticed, once again delivering a heavy blow to the World Government and Marine Headquarters. The fleet of Admiral candidate Tokikake was "annihilated," and Vice Admiral Tokikake himself was beaten by Shiro, with no news of his whereabouts. Current Admiral Aokiji was missing and had not been heard from. Former Admiral candidate Momousagi and her fleet had fully joined Shiro's forces, completely severing ties with the Navy.
Moreover, a noble Celestial Dragon had been tortured and maimed by Shiro. Yet, the World Government and Marine Headquarters had no clue about these developments!
All these events were orchestrated by Shiro. And according to reliable sources, this time, Shiro had an army of masters under his command! Thus, even though Shiro's fleet swaggered across the sea, the World Government and Marine Headquarters, responsible for monitoring the surrounding waters of the Calm Belt, dared not act rashly and even chose to retreat!
At this moment, aboard the fleet's main ship:
"Ah la la, Shiro, did I hear that right? You want to destroy the World Conscription?" Admiral Aokiji, bandaged and visibly injured, looked surprised. After the Summit War, the World Conscription became one of the most critical initiatives of Marine Headquarters. It was also an essential measure for the World Government to strengthen Naval combat power. Therefore, the defense of the World Conscription would be formidable.
Although Shiro's strength was impressive—he even turned the tide of the battle by himself in the last war—it's important to note that during the war, the Emperor Whitebeard Pirates were on the same side as Shiro. The Navy's main enemy at that time was also the Whitebeard Fleet! Without the assistance of the Whitebeard Fleet, relying solely on Shiro's forces, even with the addition of the Amazon Lily, it would be impossible to destroy the World Conscription!
It wasn't just Aokiji who was skeptical. Momousagi, her beautiful face filled with surprise, also found it hard to believe. The World Conscription was the main task of the next phase of Marine Headquarters—how could it be so easily destroyed?
If Aokiji chose to join Shiro's side, it might cause some trouble, but it was clear Aokiji was still hesitating!
"Ah la la, Shiro, are you planning to use all your strength to destroy the World Conscription?" Aokiji asked, continuing to probe Shiro's intentions. If Shiro intended to deploy all the tens of thousands of sailors who had defected to him, Aokiji felt he had to intervene.
In fact, Aokiji agreed with Shiro's interpretation of Naval justice and no longer wished to remain with the Navy. He might even consider causing some trouble with Shiro. But if Shiro acted recklessly, Aokiji knew he would have to step in. The vast majority of the sailors who defected to Shiro were people who genuinely cherished justice, and they couldn't be sacrificed needlessly!
[Ding, choice triggered!]
[Option 1]: Tell Aokiji that the host genuinely intends to use the entire army to destroy the World Conscription and exploit Aokiji's compassion for the soldiers to bring him over. Reward: Water element ability, deep development skills, ice melting! (The evolution of the water element ability, allowing the user to hydrate ice, providing protection from the cold!)
[Option 2]: Reveal a part of the real action plan to Aokiji to dispel his concerns. Reward: God-level camouflage X5 times (Allows the user to perform a one-time god-level camouflage with perfect disguise effects, with the possibility of randomly acquiring a Devil Fruit ability. After the disguise is removed, there is a small chance that the ability will be retained and can be compatible with other abilities.)
Just as Shiro was about to answer Aokiji's question, the system suddenly triggered the choice. Shiro briefly considered the options. The reward for Option 1 was equivalent to copying Aokiji's ability. As for Option 2, not only did the mission align with Shiro's next battle plan, but the reward was also highly appropriate. He was wondering how to inflict fatal damage on the World Conscription without being detected—this was the perfect solution!
God-level camouflage, five times!
"Admiral Kuzan—no, you won't be an Admiral for much longer—rest assured, I won't let the soldiers who defected to me make unnecessary sacrifices. There's no need to destroy the World Conscription with brute force. I already have a plan in place…"
For the rest of the conversation, Shiro revealed parts of his plan to Aokiji and Momousagi. Although he only shared a small portion, it was enough to surprise the two former high-ranking Marines. Judging by Shiro's methods and the various strategies he had prepared, even if they were still part of the Navy, it was likely that this World Conscription would face massive upheaval!
The two looked at Shiro's harmless and handsome face, their eyes filled with deep meaning. This world might truly change because of this young man!
"Yeah hahahaha, boss, is it time!?"
Just as the discussion concluded, Enel entered the cabin from the deck, his face full of anticipation. It was finally time to unleash the Thunder Technique he had developed with Shiro!
"Aunt Momousagi, Senior Kuzan, let's go watch some fireworks!" Shiro smiled, leading everyone to the deck. He glanced back towards the direction of the Holy Land Mary Geoise.
Click—
Shiro snapped his fingers, a silky arc of lightning sparking from his hand!
Thunder Technique: Hurricane Thunderclap!
At that moment, on the other side of the sea, lightning flashed!
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