#660 - Chapter 660: The First Joint Action
Accompanied by the bugle call on the flagship, the New Navy's massive fleet slowly sailed away from the port.
The warriors on the deck were in their respective positions, their eyes resolute, and the weapons in their hands gleamed coldly.
The fleet's lineup included not only the New Navy's most advanced warships but also some fast attack ships modified by the Whitebeard Pirates.
Those pirates who once roamed the seas have now become part of the New Navy, contributing their experience and combat power to this revolution.
In the night, the fleet's shadow was like a silent torrent, swallowing the moonlight on the sea.
On every ship, there was the sound of busy footsteps, and the warriors' ears echoed with the sound of the wind and the whisper of the sea.
Everyone knew that this was not just a battle, but a declaration—a declaration of the end of the pirate era.
Marco stood at the bow of a warship, holding a weapon, with blue flames dancing beside him.
His eyes stared fixedly at the distant horizon, and his eyes flashed with unquenched anger:
"For the will of Oyaji, and to make us famous in the sea again, we must win."
On another ship, Jin An stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes deep.
Standing beside him were several senior commanders of the New Navy, who were reporting to him on the battle deployments in various directions.
"After the operation begins, our first target is the outer forces of the Grand Line, and in the second stage, we will quickly advance to the East Blue and South Blue.
Everyone must understand that our goal is not to delay, but to quickly destroy the enemy's core strength and weaken their foundation.
Be sure to eliminate these newly emerged pirates."
Jin An's tone was calm, but every word was sonorous.
The fleet sailed further and further away, and the boundless sea seemed to be stirred up by a new storm because of the start of this operation.
That night, the Great Pirate Era was being ended bit by bit.
On the night of the operation, the sea breeze howled, and the sea appeared particularly calm as the giant ships sailed.
Jin An stood at the bow of the flagship, holding a long knife, and looked deeply at the boundless horizon.
The sea breeze brushed his cheeks, carrying a hint of salty coolness.
Behind him, Kuzan leaned against the railing, with his hands in his pockets, his eyes lazy but sharp, as if quietly observing the upcoming storm.
Further away, Whitebeard was standing on his warship, his spear stuck on the deck, and he was like an unshakable mountain.
His huge warship followed closely, with hundreds of elite giants and former old members of the Whitebeard Pirates also in formation, their eyes flashing with fearlessness and expectation for this war.
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In the fleet in another direction, on the flagship of the Marine Headquarters, Sengoku sat upright at the huge war table in the conference room, his eyes calm and his brows slightly furrowed.
Maps and intelligence were placed in front of him, and under his usual composure, there was a hint of solemnity.
Sakazuki stood motionless beside him, his arms crossed, and his eyes revealed a kind of determination that could almost burn everything.
His eyes swept across the sea map, and he said coldly:
"This operation must be a one-hit kill, and we can't give these pirates any chance to breathe."
Borsalino squinted his eyes and sat in a chair, saying lazily:
"Honestly, a joint operation of this scale is rare.
Jin An, Kuzan, and Whitebeard are fighting alongside our navy, this scene is really new."
"Stop talking nonsense, Borsalino."
Sakazuki glanced at him coldly,
"Now is not the time to joke, no mistakes are allowed in this operation."
"Oh, oh, I understand, how boring."
Borsalino shrugged slightly, his tone still with a hint of cynicism, but a hint of sharpness flashed in his eyes.
He knew very well the significance of this war, this was not just a clearing operation, but a declaration, a declaration to the whole world.
The fleets of the Navy and the New Navy were like two huge torrents of steel, traversing the sea.
Dozens of large warships were arranged in a tight formation, loaded with various advanced weapons and equipment, and each warship flashed with a cold metallic luster.
In the sky, several aircraft designed by Vegapunk were circling, providing reconnaissance support for the fleet.
At the forefront of the fleet, several giant flagships were advancing steadily, like giant beasts in the sea.
"This sea can no longer tolerate those unscrupulous pirates."
Jin An's voice was low and firm, he stood at the bow of the command ship, his long knife pointing diagonally at the sky, his eyes like torches.
"After the war, the Great Pirate Era must end."
Kuzan turned his head slightly, with a faint smile on the corner of his mouth:
"You are really determined, Jin An.
However, it should indeed end, too many people have lost everything because of these pirates."
Jin An did not respond, but just nodded slightly.
Countless scenes flashed through his mind, comrades who sacrificed in battle, villages ravaged by pirates, those innocent lives... all this was the reason for his persistence.
On the other side, Sengoku's voice came through the fleet's communicator:
"All warships pay attention, act according to the planned plan.
Sakazuki, you are responsible for clearing the right wing, and Borsalino is responsible for containing the front.
Jin An and Whitebeard, their mission is to raid the enemy's core stronghold, we can't fall behind either."
Sakazuki's voice was cold and decisive:
"Understood, I will never show mercy this time."
Borsalino drawled out a response:
"Oh, frontal containment, it's really hard work.
But, no problem."
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Whitebeard's huge warship had already advanced a distance at this time, Whitebeard stood at the bow, waving his spear, and shouted loudly:
"Listen up, guys!
This sea will be gradually changed from today!
For the glory of the New Navy, and for the future of everyone, we will do our best!"
"Yes!!!"
The warriors on the ship shouted in unison, their voices shaking the sky.
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When the joint fleet arrived at the first pirate gathering area, the pirates were obviously aware of it.
On the distant horizon, dozens of pirate ships of various sizes began to quickly assemble, trying to form a defense line.
But in the face of such a huge joint fleet, they seemed vulnerable.
"Fire!"
With Sakazuki's order, the navy warships on the right side took the lead in firing, countless cannons roared at the same time, and shells poured down like raindrops, blowing the pirate fleet to pieces.
At the same time, Borsalino's figure appeared directly in the center of the enemy fleet like a golden light.
He crossed his hands and snorted coldly:
"Yata no Kagami."
Countless light bullets exploded around him, instantly destroying several pirate ships.
Before those pirates could even counterattack, they had already been wiped out.
On the other side, Whitebeard and Jin An joined forces to directly break through the outer defense line of the pirates.
Whitebeard waved his spear, and the ability of the "Tremor-Tremor Fruit" erupted, the entire sea surface shook with it, countless pirate ships were overturned, and the crew fell into the sea.
Jin An followed closely behind, holding a long knife, each strike tearing the space, completely disintegrating the enemy's main force.
"These guys are not to be feared at all."
Whitebeard sneered and turned to look at Jin An,
"Next, it's time to rush into their core stronghold."
Jin An smiled slightly, his eyes sharp:
"Of course, today we will let them know that the era of pirates is over."
The battle is still going on, and the dawn of victory has appeared.
The joint fleet destroyed the pirate's first line of defense with a force of destruction, and next, they will directly launch a general attack on the pirate leaders entrenched in the core area.
This battle is not only a fatal blow to the pirate forces, but also a declaration—from today onwards, this sea will usher in a new order, and the rampant pirates will become a thing of the past.
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