Chapter 467

Warships were docked neatly on the sea, and Navy soldiers were walking back and forth on the decks, preparing for the upcoming great battle.

Standing in Crescent Bay were towering giants; those were the Vice Admirals of the Giant Race. They all had solemn expressions, staring at the sea ahead, and any movement would catch their attention.

"Hurry up and get ready! Don't dawdle! We must ensure there are no mistakes!"

Looking out over the Marineford Plaza, it was a sea of white—the white ocean formed by the cloaks of justice.

This time, a total of 19,874 Navy Captains, 8,452 Navy Commodores, 1,498 Navy Rear Admirals, and 176 Navy Vice Admirals—a total of 30,000 Navy officers—participated. 90% of them were transferred from the Four Blues and the Grand Line. Although their strength had a gap compared to the Headquarters Navy officers of the same rank, they were all elites among elites.

"Everyone, do not be careless. There are only three hours left, and then everything will be over!!!"

"Oh, oh, oh!!!"

The shouts of the Navy soldiers echoed throughout Marineford, and a touch of murderous aura filled the air.

At this moment, Marineford was prepared to face any opponent...

In the center of Crescent Bay were the Warlords of the Sea. From left to right, they were Bartholomew Kuma, Gecko Moria, Donquixote Doflamingo, Dracule Mihawk, and Boa Hancock.

Hancock was probably getting a bit bored waiting, so she sighed softly: "How boring~ Why hasn't that old man Bai Huzi come over yet? I'm getting a bit bored..."

While speaking, Hancock couldn't help but look back toward the execution platform. Karl hadn't come either; how dull...

Although Karl hadn't come yet, others had.

"Look! It's the Admirals!"

Three Admirals slowly walked toward the three empty seats below the execution platform. Leading them was Aokiji, followed by Akainu, and... Kizaru.

Aokiji sat down first, simply resting his hands on his legs, staring straight ahead.

Then came Akainu, who sat down and immediately crossed his legs, head lowered. Because he was wearing a hat, his eyes were unclear, but his stern expression made him appear exceptionally gloomy.

Kizaru pursed his lips and sat down, crossing his legs in a similar fashion. He realized Akainu seemed to have already done the same, so to avoid being identical, Kizaru had to clasp his fingers together, putting on a profound look.

"Are these the Admirals? Such a powerful aura!"

"Yeah! It's got me all fired up! As long as Bai Huzi dares to come, we'll make sure he never returns!!!"

"That's right!!! The Navy will win!!!"

"Oh, oh, oh!!!"

Creak, creak...

The shouting suddenly stopped. Karl's figure slowly emerged from the execution platform. Karl was wearing a white suit today, his Hero's Medal pinned to his chest, and the cloak of justice behind him moved with the wind.

Raven stood on his shoulder, surveying the world with those blood-red pupils. After Karl stopped, Raven let out a "caw," as if announcing the arrival of Karl and itself.

"Gulp~"

"It, it's the Navy hero, Vice Admiral Karl!!!"

Karl's arrival made the Navy soldiers present very excited, as if they had been given a shot of adrenaline. With the Navy hero here, how could they lose?

Watching the lively scene below, Karl couldn't help but reveal a smile. These people were the foundation of the Navy!

Although their strength wasn't top-tier, it was precisely them—the ones without top-tier strength—who formed the foundation of the Navy. With their existence, the Navy could become the hegemon of the sea.

In this situation, Karl couldn't help but want to buff everyone, but considering Bai Huzi hadn't arrived yet, he decided against it. Why waste energy before the enemy even appeared?

Thus, Karl stood like a statue on the edge of the execution platform, his gaze fixed on the distant blue sea.

Hancock, standing below, felt her heart stirred as she looked at the handsome and dashing Karl. This was her man!

On the other side, Ace was slowly walking up the stairs, his mind constantly recalling the words he had once said to Luffy.

Listen well, Luffy, we must live without regrets...

It was just a pity he hadn't managed to do that. He still had too many things left undone, too many regrets, and he no longer had the chance to fulfill them.

Unknowingly, Ace realized he had reached the top of the stairs. Ahead was the door.

Creak~

The wooden door slowly opened, and the long-lost light shone back onto his face.

Meanwhile.

"The Blackbeard Pirates invaded Impel Down? Magellan, are you alright?"

"That's good. Blackbeard's attack was within our expectations; everything is proceeding according to plan. What? Straw Hat Luffy is there too? How did he get there?"

"Alright, I understand."

After Sengoku hung up the phone, he revealed a profound smile, feeling in his heart that Karl was indeed right; that guy Teach truly harbored evil intentions.

The only variable was probably the Straw Hat kid. That kid actually disguised himself as a Navy soldier and forced his way into Impel Down; it was just ridiculous. He was worthy of being Garp's grandson; truly bizarre.

On the sea, Luffy stood at the bow of the warship, looking at the tall Gates of Justice ahead, his gaze firm. He thought to himself, Ace, I'm coming to save you right away.

Behind Luffy, Captain Buggy was giving a speech, having clearly become the big brother of the prisoners, while Jinbe was at the helm, looking worriedly at the Gates of Justice ahead. How exactly were they going to get through?

The scene returned to Marineford.

The wooden door opened completely, and two executioners led Ace out. Ace raised his head, looking at the Navy soldiers standing by, his heart sinking to the bottom.

Old Man, you all must not come! It's really not worth it for me!

"Move!"

Ace took a deep breath and slowly walked toward the execution platform. There was still a distance to go before reaching it!

Clatter, clatter~

Hearing the crisp sound of chains, Karl turned his body and looked over. Ace was coming. Karl's mouth curled up slightly: "Finally here?"

When Ace passed by Karl, he just glanced at him. Without saying much, he knelt obediently on the execution platform. The executioner connected Ace's leg chains to the platform, then raised their long blades, clashing them together with a "ding," forming an X-shape in front of Ace.

"Are you alright, Garp? I'm going to say it all."

"Do as you please! I'm going down below."

Sengoku glanced lightly at Karl's departing back, said nothing, and walked toward the front of the execution platform.

"Fleet Admiral Sengoku, they're here!"

Sengoku nodded: "Let me speak in a moment. If Bai Huzi comes, I'll leave him to you!"

"You can count on me!" ===== CHAPTER 469 =====