#673 - Chapter 673: Sudden Attack
As he silently calculated in his mind, the atmosphere on the ship remained沉寂.
The pirates began to whisper among themselves, their doubts and unease clearly reaching a peak.
Although Shamrock's aura prevented them from refuting him, no one dared to completely lower their guard.
However, Shamrock didn't care about these things; he didn't intend to waste too much time here.
His task was never to make these pirates feel at ease, but to make them understand that their only hope of winning this war lay in him and the powerful force behind him.
He closed his eyes, refocusing on the sea. The sea breeze whistled past his ears, and the surroundings were silent, broken only by the occasional cry of a seagull.
He knew that he could change the situation and get the pirate alliance out of trouble, but he couldn't act yet.
He was waiting—waiting for the right opportunity, a moment when he could truly confront the New Navy.
And that moment would come soon.
Shamrock ignored the pirates' worries and grumbles, silently standing at the bow of the ship, waiting for the dawn that would turn the tide of the entire battle.
He knew his trust would not be misplaced; that help would arrive soon.
......
Suddenly, a deafening explosion tore through the tranquility of the sea—
“Boom!!”
The first cannonball slammed into the pirate alliance's position, the air filled with the smell of gunpowder, and the entire sea seemed to be torn apart.
Then, the second and third shots followed, and continuous artillery fire rained down like a storm, each cannonball like a blade of annihilation, accurately hitting the pirate fleet.
“Quick! Take cover!”
A pirate shouted, a hint of fear and panic flashing in his eyes.
They had thought the New Navy and the Marines were still waiting for an opportunity, but they didn't expect this sudden blow to catch them off guard. Amidst the thunderous roar of artillery fire, the ships began to shake, and some small ships were directly blown to pieces by the violent impact.
The pirates' emotions immediately shifted from the previous oppression and conspiracy, and anxiety appeared on everyone's faces.
Some pirates were thrown into chaos, wanting to fight back, but lost their rhythm due to their inability to grasp the direction.
......
On a flagship far from the battlefield, Jin An stood beside the command platform, holding a long whip in his hand, his expression calm, but his eyes scanned the battlefield with hawk-like sharpness.
There was no panic in his eyes, only precise judgment and calm decision-making.
“As expected.”
Jin An spoke indifferently, with a hint of a smile in his tone. His words were not rushed, but each word was like a stone sinking into the sea, calming the mind.
He turned around, his face filled with a strong fighting spirit.
“This battle has only just begun.”
With his order, dozens of New Navy ships quickly approached, and artillery fire continued to pour into the pirate fleet.
The cannons roared, and shrapnel flew in all directions.
The pirates had not expected that they would become the target of such precise attacks in just a few minutes.
“Remember, we are not simply striking the enemy, but cutting off their retreat.”
Jin An's voice was cold as ice.
“Deprive them of their hope, bit by bit.”
Amidst the interwoven artillery fire, Jin An's gaze never deviated.
He knew that the pirates who had escaped earlier had already revealed the New Navy's movements to the great pirates.
Their preparations were not flawless, but that didn't mean he would give the other side any chance to breathe.
The pirates' original plan was instantly disrupted.
The pirate leaders who were supposed to be waiting for reinforcements now had drastically changed expressions. A pirate standing on the command platform waved his arms angrily.
“Damn it!
These New Navy bastards dare to counterattack so quickly!
Everyone, prepare for battle!”
However, the destructive power of the artillery fire far exceeded their expectations.
On the sea, waves rolled and flames soared into the sky. Several pirate ships were directly blown to pieces, seawater splashed everywhere, and the water mixed with the flames of the explosion created a scene of hell on earth.
“Quick, turn the guns around!”
A pirate leader ordered in a panic, but soon, they realized that their ship had been riddled with holes, its combat power greatly weakened, and it was impossible to fight back.
At the same time, several new Navy ships with heavy weapons were approaching, and the soldiers on board marched in an orderly manner, preparing to rush into the battlefield.
Jin An's plan, under his command, gradually revealed its power—this was not just a simple offensive and defensive battle, but a complete strategic suppression, aimed at completely depriving the pirate alliance of its ability to resist.
“They thought I would give them time, but I have already seen through everything.”
Jin An murmured to himself, the coldness in his eyes no longer concealed.
“Their opportunity is over.”
“......”
The artillery fire gradually subsided, and the scene on the battlefield shocked everyone.
The vanguard of the pirate alliance had almost no chance to resist. Their fleet was shattered by cannonballs, several ships sank to the bottom of the sea, and a large number of corpses and wreckage floated on the sea.
In the silence, only the waves of the sea and a few barely concealed moans echoed in the air.
However, Jin An and his New Navy did not relax their vigilance.
Although the initial strike had caused great damage, he knew that the real confrontation had not yet begun.
“Attack again.”
Jin An said calmly, his voice without a trace of fluctuation.
His orders were extremely concise, but they carried an awe-inspiring aura.
As his orders were issued, more New Navy soldiers quickly mobilized, and the fleet was like a sharp blade, its edge pointing directly at the heart of the pirates.
And Jin An and his elite troops were ready to welcome the next wave of bloody fighting.
Faced with the New Navy's sudden and fierce offensive, Shamrock's expression changed instantly.
He instinctively gripped the mast, his pupils slightly constricted, seemingly completely shocked by the sudden artillery fire.
“Damn bastards… it was like this when they attacked Mariejois!”
He cursed in a low voice, his voice filled with thick anger and disdain.
That scene seemed to return to his mind—at that time, he had personally witnessed the New Navy's close cooperation and precise strikes, causing the entire World Government's camp to suffer a huge setback.
And now, these new enemies still seemed to be targeting him and these pirates, fiercely pouncing on them.
But even with his heart full of anger, Shamrock did not hesitate for a moment.
A cold smile flashed in his eyes, and then he turned around and issued instructions to the pirates without hesitation, his voice low and powerful:
“Retreat! Provide cover for the retreat!”
He did not immediately attack the New Navy, but quickly directed the pirates on the ship, organizing them to retreat from the battlefield.
Although the lives of these pirates were worthless in his eyes, he understood—the existence of these pirates could provide convenience for some of his future plans.
So, even if they were as ridiculous as clowns, they couldn't be allowed to die here.
“You useless trash, hurry up!”
He shouted coldly, his expression serious, his eyes revealing an unquestionable majesty.
