One Piece Thundergod Marine

At this moment, whether they were pirates, Marines, or the Gorōsei (Five Elder Stars) and ordinary civilians watching through the live broadcast, everyone fell silent.

No one understood why the Soryu (Azure Dragon) had blocked the attack for Whitebeard at the last moment, but they were soon overwhelmed by an even greater shock.

''ONE PIECE is real?'' 

''ONE PIECE is really real!!!'' 

If someone else had said this, hardly anyone would have taken it seriously; the existence of the "Great Treasure" has always been a pseudo-proposition that depends on belief.

But the person who said this was Whitebeard!

He was the most dazzling legendary pirate of the Sea Pirate Era, "Whitebeard" Edward Newgate!

In an instant, the world was in an uproar!!

"Rowen, what are you doing?!" 

Sengoku shouted angrily.

Did he not understand what kind of consequences allowing Whitebeard to say this on live broadcast would bring?

That was an unprecedented storm!

It was akin to Roger's grand declaration that ushered in the Pirate Era!

"I am doing whatI want." Upon hearing this, Rowen exited Titan mode and stood proudly before Whitebeard under the gaze of countless spectators. "I'm just changing a stupid notion that has long been held." 

"What?!" 

Sengoku's lips trembled with anger as he shouted, "What notion?!" 

"That is… why should we be afraid of the threat posed by pirates?!" 

In the face of this doubt, Rowen spoke with conviction, his wild Haki swirling, resonating even through the screen, making it hard for anyone to look directly into his eyes.

"A bunch of trash who have been scared to leave the Four Seas after I've already killed so many, the scum of society, bloodsuckers who prey on the common people, vile hyenas— what right do they have to speak recklessly in front of the victors?!" 

"Just because of the accomplishments left behind by a few guys from the New World? So you expect future generations to inherit it?" 

"Is that you? Or you?" 

Rowen coldly turned back to look at Marco and Hancock.

Both of them clenched their teeth, eager to fight back.

But they didn't dare.

Just as Rowen had said, the Marines were the victors.

They were the ones with the most authority to speak! 

The rule of the Yonko was now completely relegated to history; a new chapter would be written by the victors! 

This was a qualitative change brought about by the rapid growth of the Marine's military power in recent years, alongside the Independent Commission Against Corruption, Aircraft Force, and the Thunder-Lightning Stimulation Device, which had made the chaotic Pirate Era a time when people were fearful and hesitant to set sail.

Facts always outweigh rhetoric.

So…

"Who would dare?!!!" 

Under the shocked gazes of countless people, Rowen slowly rose, illuminated by the raging thunder, raising his thunder halberd with a soul-stirring aura that echoed powerfully.

"Do the whines of defeated dogs deserve to make the Marines tremble?" 

"Does dwelling on past glories give the Marines cause for alarm?" 

"Honor, wealth, fame?" 

"I scoff at that!" 

"What you have earned is only death!" 

''Bēng Kā…!!'' 

The thunder erupted in his ears, and as he looked at the figure cloaked in Justice, exuding an imposing and domineering voice, Sengoku fell silent, unable to refute.

"It is considered bad to kill one person butone would be glorious if they kill a thousand!"

"History has become the past; the New Era is to be taken over by the Marines! For those unafraid of death, come at me!" 

"I will teach you all to recognize reality, you trash!" 

''"ONE PIECE is real?"'' 

Under the astonished gaze of Sengoku and the others, Rowen reined in his anger, his expression resolute.

"If one day it is truly found…" 

"I, 'Soryu' swear that I will personally destroy it before your eyes!! And trust me, I can do it." 

"You agree… right, Whitebeard?" 

As he finished speaking, Rowen suddenly let out a light laugh and turned to look down.

But at this moment, Whitebeard was already unable to respond; after saying that line, the breath of life quickly slipped away from him.

At this moment, his cracked and parched lips moved slightly, yet they never fully opened, and then he completely fell silent, standing there like a statue.

With the corpse of Whitebeard, the "Strongest Man In The World," as evidence, Rowen's words were far more persuasive than Whitebeard's "revelation."

As he gazed at the silent plaza, Sengoku fell into contemplation.

Just as he had said, it was time to change the entrenched ideas… whether he admitted it or not, the Marine held absolute dominance over the Sea.

The Yonko, known as the backbone of the era, had fallen one after another at the hands of the Marine… no, at the hands of Soryu (Azure Dragon).

Until the emergence of unknown newcomers, the Marine was the absolute overlord!

So, what was wrong with Whitebeard saying that?

It was merely the lament of a loser, the barking of a defeated dog.

To say it out loud only made it seem ridiculous!

"I seem to have really aged, Garp. This kind of grand spirit that swallows the sun and moon… is the very spirit the Marine needs now." 

Sengoku wearily rubbed his temples and smiled bitterly.

No one could say Sengoku wasn't a qualified Fleet Admiral. Among all the Fleet Admirals, only he could lead the Marine to stand firm during the Pirate Era… this was a reflection of the times.

But now, the times have changed.

It was no longer the chaotic era where the Marine had to endure humiliation and carry burdens to maintain balance, but rather an era where the Marine ruled alone, its momentum like a raging tide.

With the changing times, the position of Fleet Admiral also needed to adapt.

"Then let's go together and convince Chief Commander Kong to resign." 

Garp grinned and shook his head dryly. "Anyway, I'm tired too; I just want to enjoy my retirement in peace." 

"Speaking of which, Zephyr is smarter than both of us; he established a successor early on and chose to retire." 

"And then he was dragged by Rowen to train recruits in the Assassination Force? That kind of retirement life is not for me." 

Sengoku joked.

In contrast to Sengoku and Garp, who viewed the world with indifference, Akainu and Aokiji turned to each other, locking eyes with unwavering resolve.

They couldn't deny that Rowen's words had deeply moved both of them.

For the first time, the two with completely opposing views agreed on one thing.

But unfortunately, Rowen was still just a Vice Admiral.

Due to systemic limitations and the interference of rules, he could not soar to great heights.

So the position of Fleet Admiral would still be filled by one of the two of them!

"Vice Admiral Soryu (Azure Dragon)!" 

"Long live the Marine!!" 

After a long while, a Marine officer in the crowd raised his weapon excitedly and shouted loudly.

This cry awakened others, and instantly, the entire plaza erupted with the deafening cheers of the Marines.

"Long live the Marines!" 

The sounds reverberated, as if they wanted the whole world to hear, echoing across the Four Seas.

The boiling shouts erupted at all live broadcast sites, and in the face of the ironclad fact of Whitebeard's defeat, countless stationed Marines and panicked civilians settled down, their necks turning red as they raised their fists and shouted, joining the Marine's rhythm in unison.

"Long live!" 

"Long live!" 

The chapter of the Pirate Era had finally turned, and this era was named Marine!

''(End of Chapter)''

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