One Piece: Almost Exposed That I Am Stronger Than Roger - Chapter 213

Chapter 213: The Whitebeard Pirates Are on the Verge of Defeat

Garp’s punch not only sent Marco flying into the air. To a great extent, it shattered the morale of the entire Whitebeard Pirates.

Marco thought that he could handle it all on his own and successfully rescue Ace. Unexpectedly, Garp, who is Ace’s grandfather, still chose to attack.

Marco was slapped to the ground like a fly and he felt severe pain all over his body.

“As expected of the hero of the Marine Headquarters…”

Marco stood up from the ground, clenching his teeth. Even with his Phoenix ability, it took him some time to recover from the pain.

And now he is undoubtedly the second-in-command of the entire Whitebeard Pirates. In terms of strength, he surpasses Ace, but when he faced Garp, that oppressive feeling made it difficult for him to even breathe.

What does it take to overcome this insurmountable obstacle that is Garp? It felt like an impenetrable iron wall. But Marco had anticipated this. Even if Garp hadn’t acted, the Fleet Admiral would not sit idly by. There is no doubt about that.

Today’s execution platform. Undoubtedly the most dangerous place in all of Marineford. At the same time, aboard the Moby Dick, Whitebeard narrowed his gaze.

Looking at Garp in the air, that punch just now undoubtedly displayed the highest level of Haki in this sea. Marco was effortlessly sent flying. Garp took a step back and returned to his seat under the execution platform.

Crossing his arms, his face filled with anger. Even Whitebeard could feel Garp’s pain at this moment. Just like himself, Garp had an incredibly strong bond with his family.

“You pirates!”

Garp took a deep breath, centered his energy, and his roar resonated throughout Marineford in an instant.

“Don’t even think about stepping foot here!”

His voice thundered like a sunny day suddenly disrupted by a storm. It echoed above Marineford, shocking countless pirates.

The Marines who heard his words were filled with emotions. Although Garp’s rank in the Marines is only Vice Admiral, everyone knows that he captured the Pirate King, Gol D. Roger.

He is a truly deserving naval hero. The embodiment of the spirit of the entire Navy. His words were the ultimate encouragement.

“Garp.”

Whitebeard clenched his fist with one hand. To this day, he still remembered his encounters with Garp in his youth. He deeply respected Garp’s character and strength. Whitebeard wholeheartedly agreed.

But, Whitebeard didn’t let this get him down. Instead, he fiercely slammed his bisento, Murakumogiri, onto the bow of his ship.

“He’s just an old man. Don’t be intimidated by his reputation!”

Whitebeard fought back with determination. He didn’t take Garp lightly. He also appreciated his words. Only then did the Whitebeard Pirates regain some of their morale. But due to the strong interference of Solo, the situation began to tilt.

“It’s only a matter of time before the Marine Headquarters claims the final victory.”

Solo surveyed the battlefield and saw the tide turning in their favor. Vista, Little Oars Jr., and Jimbei, needless to say, were all powerful forces fighting alongside the Whitebeard Pirates, but because of him…

Back when he was in Alabasta, he personally defeated Crocodile. As a result, Crocodile didn’t participate in the Battle of Marineford.

Naturally, he wouldn’t be present at Marineford either. Unbeknownst to them, this weakened the strength of the pirates attempting to rescue Ace.

Not only that, but Solo captured the Straw Hat crew in the Sabaody Archipelago. Luffy, in particular, failed to meet Empress Boa. Thus missing the opportunity to form an alliance with Empress Boa Hancock.

As a result, Hancock didn’t join the Summit War. As for Buggy the Clown, he wasn’t imprisoned in Impel Down either. Consequently, the prisoners on Level 2 weren’t freed.

Despite Buggy, appearing at Marineford, at that moment, he was merely running away, holding his head in his hands, not having any reinforcements. This significantly diminished their battle power.

The war was now tipping completely in favor of the Marines. The defeat of the Whitebeard Pirates was inevitable.

“But they still have enough fighters on their side to save Ace. Whitebeard counts as one,” Solo thought to himself.

“Then there’s Phoenix Marco, Revolutionary Army’s Ivankov, and Diamond Jozu. As for the other captains…although Luffy’s strength may not be on par with them.”

Thinking this, Solo took a deep breath, gripping Shusui, with one hand. He aimed in the direction of the Straw Hat crew. Raising his hand, the blade descended.

Whoosh!

Accompanied by the sound of the blade slicing through the air, a powerful sword energy surged vertically and horizontally. Its height reached eight feet. The Straw Hat crew immediately felt immense pressure.

“Noo!”

Emporio Ivankov, a member of the Revolutionary Army, quickly noticed Solo’s sword aura. Ever since learning that Luffy is the son of Monkey D. Dragon, he had vowed to protect Luffy at all costs.

But now, he was entangled in a fierce battle with the tyrant Bartholomew Kuma. There was no turning back. As the sword energy approached Luffy, Ivankov’s eyes filled with despair.

Rumble!

However, at that critical moment, a figure suddenly appeared behind Luffy. With great strength, he forcefully intercepted Solo’s sword energy. This scene also surprised Luffy.

“Uh, thanks.”

Although Luffy didn’t recognize the person who saved him, he sincerely expressed his gratitude.

“You’re… Ace’s little brother, right?”

The one who blocked Blackbeard’s attack was none other than a member of the Whitebeard Pirates. The captain of the Third Division, Diamond Jozu.

“Leave this to me. Make sure to save Ace!”

Diamond Jozu spoke without hesitation. He turned his attention to Luffy. In fact, when Solo defeated Vista, Jozu wanted to confront Solo. He wanted to avenge Vista.

However, Hawkeye intervened, disrupting his chance. And now, witnessing Solo’s cruelty towards Ace’s brother, Jozu couldn’t help but fight back.

“Marines, let’s continue our unfinished battle!”

Diamond Jozu took a deep breath and shouted at Solo. It was as if he was going to war, compelling Solo to face him head-on. At the same time, Diamond Jozu had made up his mind to fight until the end.

He was determined to delay Solo’s advance. He wouldn’t allow Ace’s brother to be harmed.

“Diamond Jozu.”

Solo narrowed his eyes slightly, gazing intently at the other man. Among the Whitebeard Pirates, besides their captain Whitebeard, there were only two high-ranking fighters left.

“It never ends, does it?”

Solo couldn’t help but complain. But in his mind, it didn’t matter who stood in his way. No one could stop him now.

“Marines!”

In an instant, Diamond Jozu roared loudly, kicked his feet forcefully, and charged straight at Solo.

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