One Piece: From Picking Up Red Hair's Broken Arm

Chapter 367 A Message to the World: The Final Battle!
"..."

Zephyr and Aokiji stood there, staring blankly in the direction where Akainu had disappeared, unable to come back to their senses for a long time.

I can no longer sense Akainu's presence.

Is that it... over?
Although there was a precedent of Green Bull being kicked to death, but...

That guy, after all, is Sakazuki.

His reputation and strength surpassed Green Bull's, not to mention that he had formed a demonic pact, granting him even greater power and an immortal body.

But there was no difference; they were still like ants, crushed to death with a single finger.

"That's really scary, Captain."

Aokiji scratched his head and said with a wry smile, "This is completely different from before my seclusion. Is this what you call a small gain?"

Before he went into seclusion, he had sparred with Xia Nuo several times.

Although I would undoubtedly lose if the opponent went all out, I could at least hold out for a while.

But now...

Suppressing his shock, Zephyr stepped forward and couldn't help but ask:
"Lord Shano, please tell me, do you now... have enough confidence to defeat the supreme god behind the World Government?"

"God?"

Xia Nuo then turned around, smiled, and gave a simple answer:
"It won't be harder than killing Akainu."

These words were spoken casually, yet they made both Zephyr and Aokiji gasp simultaneously.

Especially Qingzhi, who had dealt with Xia Nuo for so long, knew that although the man in front of him was arrogant, he always kept his word and never boasted.

Since they dare to make such a statement, it means—

"Oh my, has this moment finally come?"

Aokiji looked towards the Red Line and took a deep breath.

Is the era truly about to undergo a complete transformation...?

After muttering something to himself, Zefa couldn't help but burst into laughter:

"Hey! Take me with you, and take one NEO Marine, Lord Shano! If I can't participate in this final battle, I'll regret it for the rest of my life... no, even if I die in hell!"

Why bother blasting Marineford?
The explosive rock has been retrieved, and the "Return to Marineford" plan can proceed.

Ultimately, that plan was nothing more than a desperate, reckless act of gambling everything in the face of the behemoth that is the World Government.

And now.

With Lord Shano here, with the Fallen Ones here, we can rightfully storm the Holy Land, personally slay those bloated swine, and overthrow the World Government...

Who would choose the former then?

"of course can."

Xia Nuo smiled and looked around. Man Shirley, along with Ain, Binz, and others, had already treated most of the wounded NEO Navy personnel.

Given a few more days to adjust, the NEO Navy will be able to restore its combat power.

So, that's perfect...

"Kuzan."

Xia Nuo looked up at the distant horizon and spoke in a deep voice.

"Yes, Captain!" Aokiji noticed the change in atmosphere and stood at attention.

"Give me the order."

With his hands behind his back, Xia Nuo spoke in a deep voice amidst the sea breeze:
"Summon all officers. Within two days, gather at Dawn Island, the Fallen Ones headquarters, and the four major legions. All personnel shall enter the highest state of combat readiness and prepare for a full-scale attack!"

"Yes!"

Aokiji shuddered and roared in response!

At this moment, he felt the long-lost passion that he had only felt decades ago reignite, making him feel hot from the inside out!

"Also, inform Morgans to come to Dawn Island to see me."

Xia Nuo paused, gazed at the endless sea in the distance, and said softly:
"That's about right. It's time to let the whole world know that the final war is about to begin."

…………

In the following days.

The World Economic News Agency has been urgently reprinting its news, and one major news story after another has swept the world like a hurricane, making the entire ocean tremble!

The first news to emerge was that the Marine Headquarters had suffered another crushing defeat, with Admirals Akainu and Green Bull, along with several veteran Vice Admirals, all killed.

Two generals died in one fell swoop?

This news would be shocking enough under normal circumstances.

It could even cause the streets and alleys of various islands to be filled with nothing but discussions about this matter for the next ten days or half a month.

however.

News of this caliber pales in comparison to the headlines that follow.

the reason is simple.

Because the World Economic News Agency officially released, on the second day, a document personally signed by Xia Nuo, the undisputed strongest being of this era and the master of the fallen dynasty—

A Message to the World!!!
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"To all those on this vast ocean who yearn for freedom and justice, the Celestial Dragons, who claim to be descendants of gods, have committed countless crimes since the World Government was established eight hundred years ago..."

Marineford, Marine Headquarters. Kong, his face grim, listened to his adjutant, who was drenched in cold sweat, reciting the words with trepidation.

……

"Slaughter, enslavement, oppression... their atrocities are too numerous to recount!"

"Countless skeletons are piled up in the dungeons of Mary Geoise, and blood is soaked beneath the soil of the Red Earth... La, la la, la~~~~ Cough cough, sorry, Your Majesty, Your Highness, I'm just too excited and can't help but burst into song."

Alabasta, Ikaram blushed and bowed apologetically before unfolding the newspaper in his hand again.

Vivi sat upright beside Cobra, listening intently with an extremely serious expression.

……

"And today, this tyranny that has lasted for eight hundred years must come to an end!"

"The one who brings down the curtain will represent the oppressed nations and peoples of the world in launching a final challenge against this unjust order!"

"With sword and fire, we will march toward the high and mighty Mary Geoise, and tear open the last darkness for this sea!"

In the Kingdom of Bridges, at dinner time, an old laborer with white hair and beard stood excitedly atop a wooden crate, reciting aloud.

Meanwhile, around and below, more and more laborers silently gathered, putting down their coarse food.

……

"We call upon all nations and peoples oppressed by the world government to follow us, stand up bravely, and launch a final offensive!"

"Witness it with your own eyes, create it with your own hands!"

"The wheels of history are unstoppable, and the dawn of a new era has arrived!"

“Written by Xia Nuo, the one who brought down the curtain, on October 2, 1517 (Haiyuan Calendar).”

Revolutionary Army Headquarters.

Long Ning gazed at the "Letter to the World" in his hand, then suddenly grinned and smiled, gently placing it on the table and pressing it down with his right palm.

"Hehe! You're laughing, aren't you? You're laughing, right!"

Ivankov, who had just come out with someone because of their prison escape, stared wide-eyed in astonishment:
"It's so rare, Long! Your eyes are practically crinkling with laughter. It's been so many years since I last saw you smile so genuinely!"

Are your eyebrows and eyes all curved up?

Long looked at Kella across from him. Kella's reflection in the goggles on her forehead showed her laughing uncontrollably... How wonderful.

It's amazing that we actually waited until this day.

Long laughed even more heartily, showing no sign of restraint whatsoever.

The future of revolutionaries is a long and arduous road, fraught with difficulties and obstacles.

But because that man suddenly appeared out of nowhere...

Everything is happening much faster than expected.

The version of myself who shot at the Celestial Dragons in God Valley, the version of myself who roared angrily at Garp in Impel Down...

If I could see this scene through time and space, I would probably laugh even harder, like him... no, I would laugh even harder, laughing with my head thrown back, laughing so hard that tears streamed down my face, and I just wouldn't be able to stop.
"It is indeed rare, but Senior Ivan, you are exaggerating. It couldn't have been that long. It's just because you've been in prison for many years."

The Confederate army commander across from him chuckled and patted the newspaper on the table as well:
"Look, everyone heard that, right? The Curtainbreakers have directly announced that they will launch a full-scale attack on Mary Geoise in ten days. Tsk tsk, they just made it public like that, without any intention of hiding it."

Their revolutionary army always tries to keep their operations secret to avoid alerting the enemy and raising the level of vigilance.

But for those who have fallen from grace, the situation is quite the opposite.

They seemed to have extremely high confidence, completely disregarding concealment, and even hoping that the enemy would reveal all their trump cards and assets.

"That's really impressive. Only Lord Xia Nuo could have such a bold spirit."

Sabo adjusted his hat brim and smiled, saying, "But that's how it should be. First, let those pigs tremble in the shadow of fear, then defeat them honorably and let the whole world see the outcome of this war."

He turned his head and looked at the dragon:
"Chief, do we need to act immediately?"

"Of course!"

Long responded without hesitation. He looked around at everyone and said in a deep voice:
"Such a grand event, the revolutionary army will naturally not be absent!"

"Sabo, Ivan, immediately notify all army commanders, whether from the four seas or the Grand Line... to assemble and prepare to advance towards the Red Line!"

The Fallen Ones' attack will inevitably begin from the New World, and since they cannot completely encircle the entire region, some will inevitably slip through their net.

This loophole will be plugged by his revolutionary army!

"Let's get moving, everyone!"

"Yes!"

A group of revolutionary cadres, led by Chief of the General Staff Saab, responded enthusiastically!
……

In Dressrosa, King Riku stood on a high point in the plaza, holding up a newspaper, and proclaimed:

"The Fallen Ones have declared war! We, Dressrosa, will fully support them!"

Below, countless people raised their arms and shouted, their passionate cries echoing through the sky.

"Down with the World Government! Long live freedom!"

"Long live Lord Xia Nuo!"

Long live the curtain falls!

……

Cherry Blossom Kingdom.

King Dalton stood at the bow of the ship, looking at the soldiers gathered on the dock.

They held weapons, their expressions solemn, and protected many doctors in pink coats in the middle.

"Everyone!"

Dalton raised his voice and said in a deep voice, "Lord Shano has declared war on the World Government, an unprecedented feat in eight hundred years!"

"Our Sakura Kingdom, though weak, is still a renowned medical power on the Grand Line. Since Wapol's rule was overthrown, more than three hundred doctors have returned home! They are absolutely qualified to contribute to this war!"

"That's right!"

The doctors exchanged glances, raised their right arms, and joined the soldiers surrounding them in shouting:
"Let's go to Mary Geoise and do our part!!!"

They all remember it very clearly.

Before the arrival of Lord Shano, how brutal Walbourne's rule was! Doctors were arrested, killed, and expelled, and the people, with nowhere to seek medical care, were in a miserable state.

Now is the time to repay your kindness!
Just then, a familiar voice came from behind the crowd—

"Hmph, that's really loud. You woke me up. It seems you young people are even more passionate than I thought."

Dalton turned his head and saw Dr. Kureha walking slowly over, holding a bottle of wine in her right hand and drinking it.

He still had that lazy look, but he boarded the boat without stopping and leaned against the railing with a smile.

"Dr. Kureha!"

Dalton exclaimed in surprise, "You...you're also going to join this war?"

"Otherwise what? Do you expect me to sit at home and wait for you kids to show off?"

Kureha took another big gulp of wine and laughed, "Besides, I have a silly son who will be going to the same place as you. In such a dangerous situation, I really can't rest easy if I don't go and take care of him in person!"

"I left my hometown many years ago and only recently came back."

One of the doctors couldn't help but speak up, "The witch who lives deep in the forest... I've never met her, but I've heard of your reputation since I was very young. Are you really alright? After all, you're already this age; your body can't take it..."

Bang!
With a muffled thud, the young doctor collapsed to the ground, smoke rising from his head.

"Now you know who couldn't hold on, right?"

Kureha withdrew her foot and flicked the last remaining liquid in the bottle in an annoyed manner:

"Where did this silly boy come from? Hey, hey, hey, is anyone else objecting? You bunch of brats, don't underestimate a young girl who has lived for over 130 years!"

There was no sound for a while.

Dalton wiped the cold sweat from his brow and turned to yell at the soldiers, "What are you all standing there for? Escort the doctors onto the ship and set sail!"

……

Fishman Island, Sea Forest.

Before the massive Poneglyph, Neptune suddenly opened his eyes and looked at the figure in the distance: "Are we setting off, Jinbe?"

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Jinbe looked up at the sea above him, as if he could penetrate the ten-thousand-meter-deep ocean and see the distant world on the surface:

"The Navy Headquarters has issued an emergency recall order for the Seven Warlords of the Sea, ordering me to go and assist in protecting Mary Geoise. This is the best opportunity to launch a counterattack from within, and I cannot miss it under any circumstances."

"Of course, this is also the best opportunity that our fish-man race has been waiting for for eight hundred years."

Jinbe turned his head and grinned at Neptune:
"The old era is about to end. At this point, if we don't do our part, how can we face the future and fight for the right to live in the sunlight for our Fishman Island!"

.........

The South China Sea is a beautiful rural paradise.

Before dawn, Brin woke up groggily, and suddenly seemed to sense some movement. She got up and tiptoed to the door.

But then they saw a muscular figure taking a trident that hadn't been used in a long time off the wall.

"Brother Katakuri?"

Pudding rubbed her eyes and asked in surprise, "Where are you going?"

"Were you woken up? Sorry, I left a note because I was worried that one of you might follow me, and I deliberately chose this time to leave."

Katakuri patted her head. "But since Pudding found out, please tell my younger siblings for me."

"Hey? But you still haven't answered my question! Where are we going?"

"It's just a short trip. Don't worry, it's nothing serious. I'll be back in a few days."

Katakuri smiled, pushed open the door, and, under Pudding's somewhat uneasy gaze, stared wistfully at the night outside the window:
"I owe a man a promise, and now it's time to fulfill it."

(End of this chapter)