Chapter 94: This Time, I Will Eliminate Two Emperors!

As a result,

under such thankless circumstances, everyone chose to remain silent.

No one wanted to be the first to volunteer.

Sengoku frowned deeply, a complicated look flashing through his eyes.

He swept his gaze around the conference room and inwardly sighed.

These people usually appeared carefree and unrestrained, yet when it came to critical moments, it was difficult to unite them into a decisive fighting force.

Just as he was about to call on someone by name, a burly figure in a floral shirt suddenly stood up.

"I’ll go."

The speaker was Admiral Akainu.

His deep voice made it clear that he had already made up his mind.

Fleet Admiral Sengoku was slightly surprised.

Akainu volunteering on his own initiative was unexpected.

After all, while Sakazuki’s strength had never been in doubt, he wasn’t usually known for actively stepping forward like this.

However, the second half of Akainu’s statement shocked everyone present.

"But... my goal isn’t to stop them."

Akainu’s voice was ice-cold, carrying intense killing intent.

"Pirates are a cancer upon the seas. The Four Emperors are the greatest source of that evil.

This operation isn’t simply about preventing them from fighting.

I intend to eradicate them completely and bring true peace to these seas."

The room fell silent.

Every eye turned toward Akainu.

An unprecedented tension filled the air.

At that moment, he resembled an unsheathed blade, ready to cut down any obstacle in his path.

"Eliminate them?"

Sengoku’s brows knitted together.

His eyes reflected disbelief—and a trace of anger.

He practically wanted to ask:

Have you lost your mind?

Those were two Four Emperors!

Did he really think he could simply kill them because he said so?

Yet Akainu remained remarkably calm under Sengoku’s stare.

His eyes were unwavering, as though he had already foreseen the outcome of the coming war.

"Fleet Admiral Sengoku, please hear me out."

Akainu spoke steadily.

"The clash between Kaido and Whitebeard is already public knowledge.

Regardless of their individual strength, if those two monsters fight, one side—or both—will inevitably suffer severe losses."

He paused briefly before continuing.

"Furthermore, according to recent intelligence, Whitebeard is now a Three-Devil-Fruit User.

That introduces countless variables into the battle.

However, that also creates an opportunity.

If these two giants truly wound each other in a life-and-death struggle..."

A fierce light appeared in Akainu’s eyes.

"...then the Marines will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance."

His voice grew more forceful.

"We must seize that opportunity and eliminate both rulers of the seas in one stroke!

Not only would it severely weaken pirate forces worldwide, but it would also demonstrate the justice of the Marines to the entire world!"

Akainu took a step forward.

"This time..."

His eyes blazed with determination.

"...I will eliminate two Emperors!"

The conference room fell into complete silence.

Everyone was shaken by the overwhelming killing intent radiating from him.

It was as if flames were dancing within his eyes, threatening to ignite the very air around him.

"..."

Sengoku remained silent.

His expression was grave, filled with concern and hesitation.

He repeatedly examined Akainu’s proposal in his mind.

The idea of eliminating two Emperors in a single operation was undeniably tempting.

If successful, it would be one of the greatest victories in Marine history.

Yet the risks were equally enormous.

If the operation failed, not only would they lose the opportunity, but the balance of power across the world could collapse entirely.

The resulting chaos would trigger conflicts on a global scale.

And in the end, ordinary civilians would be the ones who suffered.

The more Sengoku thought about it, the heavier his heart became.

No decision of this magnitude could be made recklessly.

Every consequence had to be carefully weighed.

On the other hand...

letting such an opportunity slip away would be deeply regrettable.

Whitebeard was old and his health was failing.

Yet after obtaining three powerful Devil Fruit abilities, he had regained a significant portion of his strength.

As for Kaido, he was still in his prime.

The Beast Pirates remained one of the greatest threats facing the Marines.

If those two forces collided head-on, both sides would inevitably suffer serious damage.

In that situation, the Marines could play the role of the fisherman who profits while the snipe and clam fight.

By entering the battlefield at the perfect moment, they might be able to strike a fatal blow and permanently eliminate two of the greatest threats to maritime stability.

Faced with such a complicated dilemma, Sengoku sank into deep thought.

Every move mattered.

One mistake could ruin everything.

Countless possibilities raced through his mind as he searched for the optimal solution.

Time slowly passed.

The atmosphere grew increasingly tense.

Everyone waited silently for the Fleet Admiral’s final decision.

Then—

Purururu... Purururu...

The Den Den Mushi on the table suddenly rang.

Its appearance rapidly transformed into the likeness of Saint Saturn.

One of the Five Elders was calling.

"Hm?"

Sengoku paused briefly before picking up the receiver.

The moment the call connected, Saturn’s emotionless voice echoed through the room.

"Fleet Admiral Sengoku."

"Saint Saturn."

Sengoku replied calmly.

"Kaido’s 30 billion Berries must be secured."

Saturn’s tone was cold.

It was clear that the enormous sum was extremely important.

"...Understood."

Sengoku nodded.

At the same time, he couldn’t help wondering what larger scheme lay behind that money.

"And another matter."

Saturn continued.

"Kaido and Whitebeard are about to engage in battle. You must dispatch personnel to the scene."

"I’ll make the necessary arrangements."

"Listen carefully to your objectives."

Saturn’s voice became even more severe.

"First.

Find an opportunity to strike.

If you can eliminate one of them, do it.

Whether it’s Kaido or Whitebeard, any reduction in their strength is a victory."

The importance the World Government attached to this conflict was unmistakable.

"Second."

Saturn continued.

"If the Whitebeard Pirates move, that scientist named Ron may appear as well.

Your secondary objective is to capture Ron alive and bring him back.

This individual is extremely important to us."

He deliberately emphasized the point.

Clearly, the World Government placed tremendous value on Ron.

"Third..."

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