Chapter 494: The Five Elders' conspiracy

After Sengoku left, the bald old man snorted coldly.

"This guy Sengoku is becoming more and more annoying."

Jaygarcia Saturn, the old man wearing a black suit, with a head of white curly hair, a fluffy white beard, a flat cap, and a scar on his left face, said indifferently.

"After all, he has already resigned, so he naturally has no more scruples when speaking. However, the Marines' prestige has indeed been soaring recently, and I'm afraid it's not just because of Karl."

"Do you think there is a possibility that the Marines want to break away from the World Government?"

The blond middle-aged man frowned: "Hiss~ now that you mention it, it really seems possible."

"The reason why the Marines didn't dare to break away from the World Government to operate independently before was, first, they had no way to pay the high military expenses, and second, they were wary of that person's existence."

"Now..."

The old man with a handlebar mustache and a birthmark on his forehead said in a deep voice: "The key is this Karl. He controls the business of Holy Light Shells behind the scenes, which is an industry worth nearly a trillion Berries. The money he has saved over the years is probably enough to buy half the world."

"If he is willing to support the Marines' independence, we really have no way, unless we wake that person up to put pressure on the Marines."

"No, it's not time yet. If we wake up Imu, how can we explain it to Imu?"

"Yes! Roger's appearance wasn't enough to make Imu take action, let alone the Marines?"

"Then what should we do? We can't let the Marines shit on our heads, right?"

Jaygarcia Saturn coughed and looked into the distance with narrowed eyes: "Now we only have one way."

"What way?"

"Sakazuki. As long as he becomes Marine Fleet Admiral, then we still have room for maneuver. If we let Kuzan become Marine Fleet Admiral, things will be very difficult to handle."

"I will immediately send someone to call Sakazuki over."

"No! Just notify him by phone. Under the current situation, our bias cannot be too obvious."

First half of the Grand Line.

"Brrr, brrr, brrr~"

"I am Sakazuki, speak your mind!"

"Sakazuki, how have you considered the matter mentioned before? If you agree, we will overcome all opposition and give you the capital to compete for Marine Fleet Admiral. As for whether you can become Marine Fleet Admiral, it depends on your ability."

Sakazuki slowly closed his eyes and said after a long silence: "I... agree."

"Hahaha, congratulations on making the right choice."

The next day.

The news of Sengoku's glorious resignation as Marine Fleet Admiral spread across the sea, making people feel a burst of regret. But what they were more interested in was the candidate for the next Marine Fleet Admiral. Was it Admiral Kuzan or Admiral Akainu?

As for Huang Yuan, sorry, no such person.

This kind of thing had nothing to do with Huang Yuan.

Marineford. The situation in Marineford was a bit better than a few days ago, but not much better, because the "foundation" had been ruined by Whitebeard. I'm afraid it won't be long before Marineford sinks into the sea. The Marine Headquarters will have to move sooner or later; it's just a matter of time.

Temporary conference room.

"I called the three of you here today; you should know what I'm going to say, right?"

Huang Yuan yawned: "I know, Mr. Sengoku. Unfortunately, this matter seems to have nothing to do with me! Should I leave first?"

Sengoku shook his head helplessly and waved his hand, signaling Huang Yuan to get lost.

Huang Yuan didn't stand on ceremony and flashed away directly.

"I have already resigned from the position of Marine Fleet Admiral. Now is the handover period. The candidate for the next Marine Fleet Admiral will be produced between the two of you."

"To be honest, with your abilities, you are more than qualified to be Marine Fleet Admiral. After all, I watched you grow up."

"However, I also have my own considerations." ===== CHAPTER 496 =====