#282 - Chapter 282 The Coming War
From the moment Jin An saw Vegapunk, he understood Sengoku's intentions.
He knew that Sengoku hoped he would have more contact with Vegapunk, while the World Government was trying to find something for him to do, so that the pirates would have enough time to prepare.
"Borsalino,"
Jin An suddenly said sternly, his voice a little low.
"Don't you think this operation is a bit strange? They sent you and me to escort Vegapunk, is it just for show?"
Borsalino was slightly stunned, and then his eyes became deep.
He knew that Jin An's intuition had always been keen, and this time was no exception.
He chuckled and looked into the distance.
"Who knows, I just need to make sure the mission is completed smoothly."
Jin An sighed softly and looked at the distant horizon.
"You're still the same as ever..."
It was useless to try to pry any useful information out of Borsalino's mouth. Jin An once again felt how tight-lipped this guy was.
Borsalino looked at Jin An, secretly admiring the other party's calmness and decisiveness.
"Since nothing happened," he yawned and looked at the sky, "let's all go to rest. We'll be drifting at sea for a long time next."
"It's really scary..."
Borsalino muttered to himself, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, with a cold smile.
He enjoyed the sea breeze and returned to his cabin.
Jin An stood on the deck, looking at the distant sea with deep eyes.
The sea breeze blew gently, but his eyes were as cold and hard as steel.
The warship moved steadily in the waves, and several escort ships around it followed closely, forming a tight protective circle.
Although the scene in front of him seemed calm, a storm had already risen in Jin An's heart.
He slowly closed his eyes, recalling the news from Kurozumi Orochi and the others.
The Whole Cake Island is constantly moving, and pirate ships that were originally outside are now gathering in the Whole Cake Island.
That restless aura seemed to foreshadow a world-shattering war was coming.
"Kuzan was also told by Sengoku that the Navy was ordered by the World Government not to participate in this war."
Jin An murmured softly, his voice with a hint of sarcasm and indifference.
He knew that he could only rely on his own power now.
"It's said to be a test, but in fact, they just don't want me, an unstable factor, to survive in this world."
His eyes suddenly sharpened, and the corners of his mouth sketched a cold smile.
That smile was full of unruliness and disdain. He knew the face of the World Government better than anyone else.
Jin An's fingers gently stroked the saber at his waist, the cold scabbard seemed to convey the call to battle.
The memory of the battle rolled in his mind, and he recalled the scene of dealing with Kaido's attack, and the fighting spirit in his heart became more and more high.
"Unfortunately, I was able to deal with Kaido's attack back then, and I can still get through it safely this time."
His voice was firm and powerful, as if declaring his unyielding and fearlessness to the entire sea.
The sea breeze became more and more fierce, and the warship continued to move forward in the waves.
Jin An's figure stood on the deck, like an unyielding monument.
He knew that this test would be the most important battle in his life, but he was not afraid.
......
All over the world, all forces felt the calm before the war.
The leaders of all forces were preparing nervously, realizing that the coming storm would completely change their destiny.
Marine Headquarters.
A tense atmosphere permeated the office.
Zephyr stood in Sengoku's office, his fists clenched, and the blood vessels on his forehead bulged with anger.
His voice was low and angry: "The World Government is really going to do this?"
Sengoku nodded helplessly, his expression solemn.
He understood Zephyr's anger, but he also knew that he could not change all of this. He had to be responsible for the entire Navy.
Zephyr tried to control the anger rolling in his heart. His breathing was rapid, and a flame of anger burned in his eyes:
"Don't they know that Jin An is the next Navy Marshal selected by our Navy?"
Tsuru persuaded gently, her tone soft but firm:
"With Jin An's strength, he can get through this war safely."
Zephyr took a deep breath, trying to calm the anger in his heart, but the unwillingness and anger could not be completely dissipated:
"I also believe in that kid's strength, but what I care more about is, what does the World Government think of our Navy?!"
As soon as this question came out, the entire office was silent.
Sengoku and Tsuru were silent. They couldn't answer Zephyr's question, because they had the same doubts and anger in their hearts.
Sengoku slowly walked to the window, looking at the sea outside, as if looking for an answer:
"We have always been weapons of the World Government, used to maintain their rule. But now, they actually want to use us to test their own Navy."
Zephyr's face became more and more ugly, and the flames of anger burned in his eyes:
"We are not their pawns! We have our own beliefs and missions!"
Tsuru walked to Zephyr and patted him gently on the shoulder:
"Zephyr, the most important thing now is to trust Jin An. He has the ability to get through all of this, and what we have to do is to support him from behind."
Zephyr took a deep breath and nodded, but the anger and unwillingness still could not be completely calmed.
The entire office was immersed in a silent anger.
They understood that the future war was not only a test for Jin An, but also a challenge to the entire Navy.
Zephyr finally relaxed his clenched fist, his voice low but firm: "No matter what happens, I will stand behind Jin An. Anyway, I don't want to be this admiral anymore. When the time comes..."
Sengoku and Tsuru looked at each other and exchanged a look.
They knew that Zephyr was now completely disappointed with the World Government.
Although they are the same......
......
In the major naval bases in the South Sea, alarm bells were ringing one after another, and soldiers quickly put on their equipment and prepared to go.
A commander stood on a high platform, waving his arms and directing: "Quick, we must arrive at G5 before the war starts!"
The soldiers hurried, shouting slogans, and quickly advanced to the port.
The naval fleet was also neatly arranged in the port, ready to set sail.
In a naval base in the East Sea, a rear admiral looked serious and reported with a salute:
"Vice Admiral, the team has been assembled and is ready to depart at any time."
He looked at the tall figure in front of him with admiration.
Dragon stood in front of the window of the office, closing a book in his hand.
He turned around, his eyes firm: "Prepare to set off."
Dragon had deep and complex emotions in his heart.
If there hadn't been a Jin An in the Navy, he would have quit the Navy when Ohara was destroyed.
And now, the World Government is targeting Jin An in this way, so naturally he will not sit idly by.
In the naval bases around the world, although they received the World Government's notice not to take action, there were still many navies rushing to the G5 branch.
In a hidden command center, several senior officers gathered together, discussing the action plan in a low voice.
"We can't sit idly by, Jin An is our comrade!"
"Yes, we can't give up on him!"
"......"
The officers quickly assigned tasks, mobilized fleets and troops, and secretly advanced to the G5 branch.
They knew that this operation was full of risks, but they also understood that the honor and faith of the Navy could not be trampled on.
