#664 - Chapter 664: Difficult to Convince
"Lower our heads?"
A cold glint flashed in Dan Hart's eyes as he walked towards Rossi step by step, his steps steady, each one seeming to beat out a heavy rhythm:
"No, Rossi, lowering our heads isn't what we must do, but...
What we need is an opportunity that allows each of us to obtain the greatest benefit."
As he finished speaking, he gently squeezed the wine bottle in his hand, causing tiny ripples in the liquid inside.
"Opportunity, that's what's most important."
"Opportunity?"
This word stirred strong resonance in the hearts of almost every pirate leader.
"Opportunity."
An opportunity that could benefit each of them was the reason they would ultimately yield.
The temptation of "opportunity" became particularly significant at this moment.
Each pirate leader knew that only by uniting to seize this opportunity could they truly touch the ultimate goal they craved—no longer escape, no longer just scraping by, but standing at the top of the world, controlling everything.
Strength is the key to the right to speak.
"What is this opportunity you speak of?"
At this moment,
"Iron Hammer" Claw finally spoke.
He rested his chin in one hand, silent for a moment, his gaze as sharp as a hawk's.
"But we all know that without strength, everything is just a dream.
What guarantee of strength can you give us?"
Dan Hart looked at him, smiling slightly, his eyes flashing with an unfathomable light.
"Guarantee of strength?
Of course, it's me.
You all know that my ship holds more than just my personal power."
As he spoke, his eyes were full of confidence, the power to break through all obstacles.
The Black Dragon Fleet behind him, a force famous on the sea, instantly became the most powerful foundation for his words.
He paused, his voice even lower and more threatening:
"What I can offer is the protection of the strong, true control.
As long as you are willing to join my strength, we can jointly control the entire sea area, and even challenge the New Navy."
Almost no one could resist this temptation.
The dual temptation of profit and strength was enough to make any pirate leader's heart flutter.
Even "Bloodhand" Abyss, the pirate who had always been known for blood and violence, could not completely ignore this opportunity.
A strange atmosphere permeated the conference room, the pirates' gazes becoming more and more complex, each with their own thoughts, weighing in their hearts:
In this game, who will ultimately gain leadership?
Who can overwhelm the others and become the leader of this alliance?
"Underwater Beast" Mor finally spoke:
"All of you are just making small troubles, you might as well listen to my opinion."
He sat on one side, his huge body like an unmoving mountain.
The coldness in his eyes flashed, then he revealed an evil smile,
"What you said is all good, but in the end, we need someone who can truly hold everyone down.
Without that person, who dares to command, who dares to take responsibility?"
His words were like a heavy hammer hitting the table, and everyone's attention instantly focused on him.
Mor looked directly at Dan Hart, a sneer on his lips:
"What we need is a leader who can make everyone submit.
Not someone who can provide 'opportunities'."
"I agree."
"Flame Wolf" Rossi couldn't help but nod,
"Moreover, Mor is right, everyone wants to get the greatest benefit.
Then, whoever can provide the strongest power will have this leadership.
Otherwise, what's the use of having empty benefits?"
Just as the atmosphere became more and more tense, a meaningful smile finally appeared on Dan Hart's face.
He calmly looked at everyone and said calmly:
"You all want power, you want benefits.
Then come on.
Let's see, in the end, who can gain true leadership."
In the end, this game of strength and profit still did not have a clear conclusion.
Everyone had a hidden goal in their heart, and they were all waiting for an opportunity, waiting for an opportunity to become a leader.
And this unfinished struggle will eventually find an ultimate answer at some point.
......
On the sea at night, it was as dark as ink, and only the command room above the New Navy flagship shone with faint lights.
In this quiet darkness, a tactical deployment concerning the future of the sea was quietly underway.
Jin An stood in front of the battle map, his eyes solemn.
The map used red markers to depict the recent movements of the pirates, especially those newly emerging joint strongholds, which were highlighted.
Each red dot meant a gathering place for pirate forces, and these dots gradually formed a piece, which was enough to show that the enemies were working together to brew some kind of huge plan.
"Sure enough, they started to unite."
Jin An said in a low voice, with not much surprise in his tone, but more of a calmness and contemplation.
Kuzan, standing behind him, leaned lazily against the wall with his hands in his pockets, his tone revealing a hint of戏谑:
"It's rare for these guys to unite.
However, you should also know that the pirates' union is mostly just superficial, and it's hard to say how long it will last.
When the time comes, we only need to apply a little pressure, and they will start to mess up themselves."
Jin An did not answer immediately, his eyes still on the map.
He knew that Kuzan's words made sense, but he also knew that this time the situation was different.
After the World Government was overthrown, a power vacuum appeared on this sea, and the pirates would never miss this opportunity.
They may fight internally because of interests and strength, but once they find a common goal—such as confronting the New Navy, these once scattered forces will burst out with unimaginable destructive power.
"The situation is not as simple as you said, Kuzan."
Jin An slowly raised his head, his eyes cold,
"According to intelligence, this time they are not just temporarily holding together.
It is said that the remnants of the World Government are likely to be fueling the flames behind the scenes, providing weapons, resources, and even some strategic advice.
If this is true, then it is not just a union of pirates, but a carefully planned counterattack."
Kuzan raised his eyebrows when he heard this, and the smile on his face faded a little.
He looked down at the map and said slowly:
"If this is the case, then we do need to be cautious.
Although those guys from the World Government seem to have been driven off the stage of history, their methods should never be underestimated."
"Everyone, next we need to make accurate responses to the movements of the pirates."
Jin An retracted his thoughts and turned to look at the New Navy generals sitting around the long table.
Whitebeard sat at one end of the table, arms crossed, and although he remained silent, he still exuded an undeniable威压.
His eyes swept across the map on the table, and he said in a low voice:
"This operation can no longer be like chasing small groups of enemies everywhere as before.
If we want to solve it once and for all, we have to find their core strongholds and completely overturn these guys."
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