Chapter 78 Take the initiative to ask for help?
After listening to the information provided by Staff Officer He, the hearts of the naval admirals present sank and their brows furrowed tightly.
"That is to say...can't we use warships to conduct large-scale searches in the waters near Wano?"
Sengoku's chin rested on his intertwined hands and he murmured solemnly.
As a representative of the "intelligent faction" in the navy, Warring States' approach to many things was relatively conservative.
The country of Wano is powerful but closed to the outside world and is very sensitive to detection by outside forces.
If a large-scale search is conducted near the waters of Wano, there will be huge political pressure and may even trigger a military conflict.
"No, I don't agree."
Sakaski suddenly spoke forcefully.
The cold and hoarse voice, filled with murderous intent, swept through the entire office.
Everyone turned to look at him in astonishment.
I saw Sakaski, who was covered in blood-stained bandages, slowly stood up from his seat, holding a lit cigarette in his mouth, and stared at the steel skeleton on the main seat expressionlessly:
"Marshal Kong, recapturing Rogers Darren is of great importance to our navy. If Darren stays in the Beast Pirates for one more day, the risk he will bear will increase."
"This is no longer just a matter of our navy's face..."
"Don't forget Darren's Devil Fruit ability!"
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of Gang Gukong, Warring States and others all changed slightly.
yes!
Darren's Devil Fruit powers...and the potential of the Navy's air fleet!
No matter what, it is impossible for Darren to fall into Kaido's hands!
Cyborg took a puff of his cigar, took a deep look at Sakaski, and suddenly said:
"So what are you going to do?"
Sakaski said coldly:
"Send a naval fleet to conduct a search directly in the sea area! We can even take advantage of this opportunity to defeat the Beast Pirates in one fell swoop!"
"——Absolutely not!" Warring States suddenly stood up and retorted with a stern face:
"Such a large-scale military operation will inevitably arouse dissatisfaction on the part of the Wano Country. If it arouses the hostility of the Wano Country authorities and leads to a frontal war, the consequences will be difficult to predict!"
Sakaski glanced at Sengoku with a sneer, his attitude was extremely tough, and he said to the latter unceremoniously:
"General of the Warring States Period, are you so afraid of that closed country? A group of samurai who abide by so-called rules and meaningless etiquette, a group of arrogant guys who are stuck in their own ways... can't stop the naval fire at all!"
"Besides, isn't there a legend that Wano is going to be a country? They can't do it on their own, but our navy can help them open it with artillery."
"As long as we act quickly enough and take direct control of Wano Country, the top government officials will only praise us but not punish us!"
Warring States said angrily:
"Sakaski! We don't even know what kind of military power Wano has!"
"In case of a protracted war, our navy's fleet will be isolated and helpless in the new world!"
"If other pirate forces attack us at that time, the fleet's retreat will be directly cut off..."
"--enough!"
Seeing that Sakaski and Sengoku were about to continue arguing, Cyborg Kong suddenly stopped with a cold voice.
Veins popped up on his forehead and there was a dull pain in his temples.
"Sakaski, your idea is too radical. The navy is not yet strong enough to start a war with Kaido and Wano at the same time. The current mission focuses on rescuing Darren, not conquering Wano."
"The responsibility of our navy is to fight against pirates and protect peace, not to provoke war!"
Sakaski gritted his teeth and finally fell silent.
Cyborg Kong sighed and continued:
"But Sakaski is right about one thing. Darren is very important to the future development of our navy. Even if there is only a slight chance, our headquarters will use all means to rescue him as much as possible."
"It's just that in view of the political sensitivity of the Wano authorities, our rescue operation this time must be kept as low-key as possible and conducted secretly."
"In that case, I understand, Marshal Kong, please give the order. I can leave at any time." Sakaski said decisively.
Cyborg Kong shook his head and rejected his proposal.
"No, Sakaski, your injury has not healed yet. You have no advantage in facing Kaido head-on."
"Moreover, your character and abilities are not suitable for carrying out such a rescue mission."
Everyone was silent after hearing this.
Without the support of sufficient troops, rashly entering the new world and sneaking into the territory of the Beast Pirates... the danger of this mission is self-evident.
Kaido's strength is there, even Sakaski suffered a big loss against him. If anyone else encounters him, it will be a dead end.
"Then go, old man!"
Zefa said in a deep voice, standing up majestically and speaking urgently.
When Cyborg Kong and Seng Guo heard this, a flash of astonishment flashed deep in their eyes.
They couldn't help but look at each other.
It seems that Zefa really values this boy Darren... He is actually willing to give up his principle of staying away from military affairs in order to rescue him all these years.
But Cyborg Kong still shook his head and said:
"Zefa, teaching in the training camp is more important. Don't forget that you still have a group of students waiting for your guidance."
Zefa gritted his teeth.
"...How about you let me go?"
At this moment, a slow voice suddenly sounded.
Everyone was stunned and turned to look at Porusalino who was sitting there picking his nails, wondering if he had a hearing problem.
Even Sengoku's brain shut down for a moment, and he picked his ears in disbelief.
This guy... actually took the initiative to ask for help! ?
Sakaski raised an eyebrow.
"Oh? With your ability, it is indeed a good choice." Cyborg Kong looked at Porusalino in surprise and said thoughtfully.
Porusalino's Devil Fruit ability gives him flexibility and mobility unmatched by others, and he has an advantage over others in performing this kind of rescue mission.
And the most important thing is that Darren himself also has the ability to fly long distances.
Porusalino didn't need to actually confront Kaido, he just needed to get a chance for Darren, and the two of them could easily evacuate from the battlefield.
That's something Sakaski couldn't do.
Just when Cyborg was about to say yes, a messenger hurriedly ran in, out of breath.
"Report, report to Marshal Kong... there is news from the New World..."
He panted and said:
"Vice Admiral Garp's ship has deviated from its original route and is heading towards Wano Country!"
The moment the words fell,
Zefa and Zhanguo's expressions froze.
They looked at each other at the same time, gritted their teeth, and had the same thought in their minds:
It's over, this bastard Garp got in first!
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