Chapter 1583 After the War (5)

Not only that, Whitebeard has always been obsessed with these two children and even wants to adopt them as his adopted sons.

As their elder, Charlotte naturally knew Whitebeard's feelings.

Therefore, when everyone came to the cemetery to pay their respects, Charlotte silently looked at Marco and the other four, thinking about their future plans.

After a moment of silence, Charlotte finally asked, "What are your plans for the future?"

His voice was calm and gentle, but it contained concern and expectations for these young people.

Hearing this, Marco slowly raised his eyes and stared at Mr. Charlotte.

His eyes were firm and steady, revealing a kind of indifference that came from having experienced many vicissitudes of life.

Marco took a deep breath and replied, "We plan to hand over the flag of the Whitebeard Pirates to brother Ace, and let him shoulder the honor and responsibility of the Whitebeard Pirates alone, continue to gallop on the vast ocean, and make the Whitebeard flag even louder."

Having said that, Marco paused for a moment, as if recalling the ups and downs he had spent with Whitebeard.

Then he continued, "We have been through so many ups and downs over the years and are exhausted. Therefore, we plan to stay on this Sphinx Island with Dad and many brothers, so that their souls can rest in peace."

Although Marco's words were simple, the emotions contained in them were extremely deep.

His love for the Whitebeard Pirates, his friendship with his brothers, and his calmness about the future are all vividly displayed in these few short sentences.

Ace lowered his head, his expression seemed extremely sad, as if the whole world had lost its color at this moment.

He stood there silently, without responding to Charlotte's words, just immersed in his own thoughts.

Charlotte's eyes slowly swept across Marco, Joz and Vista. He saw deep decadence and fatigue in their eyes.

These warriors who once galloped across the sea now seem to have had their souls sucked away and have lost their former glory.

Charlotte opened her mouth as if she wanted to say something, but in the end no sound came out.

In fact, he really wanted to recruit these people.

After all, in the huge Whitebeard Pirates, the only ones who can really catch Charlotte's eye are these four.

If they could join their camp, the pressure faced by the Rockefeller Kingdom in the future would definitely be much less.

However, when Charlotte heard their decision, he knew that these people no longer wanted to be involved in disputes at sea.

Perhaps they are tired of this life of fighting and killing and long for a peaceful and tranquil life.

As for Ace, Charlotte decided to let him continue to carry the banner of the Whitebeard Pirates.

After all, it was his father's legacy and part of his life.

Charlotte nodded, and then said to Marco and the other three, "You can live on Sphinx Island from now on. I promise that no one will disturb you."

"Thank you!"

Marco and the other three said in unison, and bowed deeply to Charlotte to express their gratitude.

After attending Whitebeard's funeral, Charlotte did not stay for too long.

It had taken him half a month to deal with Whitebeard's affairs, and as the overlord of the New World and the master of the Rockefeller Kingdom, he still had a lot of things to deal with.

Being able to spare half a month to deal with the affairs of the Whitebeard Pirates was already the best he could do.

Now, he had to rush back to Kami Island to deal with the various matters that had accumulated over the past half month.

The Rockefeller Kingdom's Gold was breaking through the waves on the sea, its target was Kami Island.

However, halfway through the journey, Rayleigh took Luffy to another ship and headed towards the first half of the Grand Line.

Ace, on the other hand, chose to return with Rayleigh and Luffy.

On a merchant ship, Rayleigh, Ace and Luffy stood side by side at the side of the ship, looking at the sea in the distance.

Suddenly, Ace broke the silence and asked, "What kind of existence is the Rockefeller Kingdom?"

Hearing Ace's question, Rayleigh couldn't help but be a little surprised. He turned to look at Ace and asked in confusion: "Why do you suddenly ask this?"

Ace's eyes were firm, and he said bluntly: "I want to learn more about the Rockefeller Kingdom, and the relationship between Charlotte, Dad, and that man!"

Rayleigh certainly understood who Ace was referring to as "that man". He was silent for a moment, then took a deep breath.

"It would be a very happy thing to be a friend of the Rockefeller Kingdom, but it would be a nightmare to be an enemy of the Rockefeller Kingdom!"

Rayleigh stood at the bow, facing the sea breeze, gazing at the vast sea, and muttering to himself.

His mind kept replaying his past experiences with the Rockefeller Empire.

Once upon a time, they had a pleasant collaboration, which was an unforgettable experience.

Making friends with someone like Charlotte is indeed an easy and pleasant thing.

However, Raleigh also knew clearly that those who went against the Rockefeller Empire would not have a good end.

Either they have died, or they have been defeated by the Rockefeller Kingdom and are retreating step by step.

Few people can gain an advantage against this powerful kingdom.

At this moment, Ace turned around, looked at Rayleigh, and suddenly asked: "Then are we friends with the Rockefeller Kingdom?"

The wine glass in Rayleigh's hand suddenly paused, his expression instantly became solemn, and he remained silent.

Seeing Rayleigh's reaction, Ace's heart sank, and an ominous premonition came to his mind.

He hesitated for a moment, but continued to ask: "Are we enemies of the Rockefeller Kingdom?"

Rayleigh still didn't speak, just quietly looking at the sea level in the distance, as if all the answers were hidden there.

After a long while, Rayleigh finally sighed deeply, as if he had made an important decision.

He said slowly: "Alas, there are some things that I'd better tell you. Anyway, I can't hide it for long!"

After hearing Rayleigh's words, Ace and Luffy immediately focused their attention and pricked up their ears to listen.

Rayleigh first pointed at Ace and said slowly: "There is actually no deep hatred between you and the Rockefeller Kingdom."

Hearing this, Ace felt a little relieved.

However, before Ace could completely relax, Rayleigh suddenly changed the subject and his eyes fell directly on Luffy.

Rayleigh just looked at Luffy.

"Luffy."

Rayleigh suddenly shouted.