One Piece: Almost Exposed That I Am Stronger Than Roger - Chapter 259
Chapter 259: Are Confident In Your Strength?
It must be said that when the Red Hair and his pirate crew appeared in Marineford, it instantly caused a sensation. Especially the members of the Whitebeard Pirates. They were looking at Shanks as if he were their savior.
On one hand, even though Shanks and Whitebeard are both Four Emperors, their pirate groups have a non-hostile relationship.
Blackbeard killed Thatch and defected from the Whitebeard Pirates. When Ace went hunting down Blackbeard, Red-Haired Shanks also went to search for Whitebeard in Moby Dick. He hoped to stop Ace’s actions.
And now he even helped Ace block a fatal blow. It is clear that Red-Haired Shanks is on their side.
“What an amazing person,” the distant Kizaru couldn’t help but widen his eyes.
Just one team of the Four Emperors’ pirates is enough to require Sengoku to prepare such a huge show of force. Now there is another Emperors’ pirate group, this is not good news.
Although Shanks is the youngest among the Four Emperors, his strength should not be underestimated. He is a force to be reckoned with. Whether it’s physical skills, swordsmanship, or the use of Haki, he is among the best in the sea.
“Shanks,” Garp, who was firmly restrained by Sengoku, blinked his eyes hard, seriously doubting whether he was hallucinating. Shanks actually appeared at the Summit War and even saved his grandson.
In fact, Garp had heard about the relationship between Shanks and Luffy. At some point, Garp even blamed Red-Haired Shanks for leading his grandson astray. Otherwise, why would Luffy become a pirate? He could have joined the Marines under Garp’s influence.
But Garp should focus on the present and not dwell on the past in his heart. The key question is whether Red-Haired Shanks can save Ace and Luffy.
“Current Solo shouldn’t have much physical strength left.”
Garp squinted his eyes, staring at Solo’s figure. There is no doubt that Solo, the Marine rookie, has contributed the most in this top war. He fought against and defeated the pirates, something others wouldn’t even dare to think about.
He surpassed Vista, he defeated Hawkeye Mihawk, he overpowered Diamond Jozu, he even fought against Whitebeard and the entire Blackbeard Pirates, he defeated Marco, and he defeated Ace.
Each of them is among the strongest in the sea, yet Solo defeated them one by one.
“The old man also fought against Solo. His current physical strength shouldn’t be enough. Can he really fight against someone as strong as Red-Haired Shanks?” Garp had no idea.
Because Solo is clearly an incredible monster. Who knows what he is capable of?
Maybe even Red-Haired Shanks might be defeated by Solo. Two Four Emperors from the New World lost?
“How is that possible…”
Thinking of this, Garp shook his head repeatedly, wanting to deny such thoughts. As he looked at Solo’s figure, he couldn’t do anything but dismiss this thought from his mind. A bad premonition began to rise in Garp’s heart.
“Red Hair… Shanks.”
Standing beside Garp, Sengoku became even more gloomy. He never dreamed that Red-Haired Shanks would appear in Marineford. And judging from the current situation, it seems that Shanks’ purpose in coming here is for Ace and Luffy.
“Solo killing Whitebeard is indeed a great achievement. But Whitebeard himself is already an old man seriously ill. Even without this top war, given his physical condition, he wouldn’t have lived much longer.”
Apart from boasting about his records, it doesn’t change much about the future balance of power in the world. Ace’s life, on the other hand, is much more significant than Whitebeard’s.
“Just because of his identity as the Pirate King’s son, he can rally countless pirates. Combined with him escaping from Marine Headquarters. I’m afraid Ace won’t take long to take over Whitebeard’s territory and become the youngest of the Four Emperors in the New World…”
This kind of future balance is not what the Warring States wants to see. He has no way to rush forward and kill Ace because he has to be here to restrain Garp. Otherwise, this old man might do something crazy.
He can’t let him continue to disrupt things. Otherwise, the World Government people might take extreme measures against Garp.
“Damn it,” Sengoku clenched his teeth.
On the other side, Solo’s eyes met Shanks’. Their swords clashed with great force. To Shanks’ surprise, he saw a flicker in Solo’s eyes. Although he is the youngest among the Four Emperors, he is no less knowledgeable than the others.
On the contrary, the experiences of the Roger Pirates have revealed secrets that many people don’t know.
He met Solo’s gaze, and their eyes locked. He hoped that the young marine in front of him would show some restraint and let Ace go.
“I’m afraid not, Shanks.”
Solo instantly refused without hesitation. In fact, it’s not just Ace and Luffy. Even the Red-Haired Shanks himself, Solo has no intention of letting go.
“As a marine officer, how could I heed the advice of a pirate? And you’re one of the Four Emperors of the New World, right? If you’re eliminated here, the New World will lose one of its Four Emperors. In this sea, pirates are unnecessary for maintaining order.”
Solo spoke loudly, showing no fear in his eyes when facing Red-Haired Shanks. On the contrary, he exuded a strong aura and pressed toward Shanks.
Even these confident Four Emperors couldn’t help but be startled. They looked at the marine officer in front of them and never imagined that he would not only reject their request but also choose to confront them.
They didn’t think that Solo could become one of the Four Emperors based solely on his reputation.
“Hahaha, it seems you’re very confident in your own strength,” Shanks couldn’t help but let out a hearty laugh.
“Although my purpose is to stop the war, if you haven’t had enough fighting, I can be your opponent.” He said suddenly.
After speaking, Shanks immediately emitted a powerful Haki, sweeping in all directions.
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