Chapter 47 Carlos: I Don’T Pretend Anymore, I Show My Cards.

Punk Hazard

The sea was ablaze with flames and lightning, casting a brilliant light over the chaos.

Under Charlotte Linlin's fierce assault, Onigumo, Momonga, and other Vice Admirals of the Naval Headquarters struggled to hold their ground.

Just minutes earlier, this formidable opponent had withstood countless artillery bombardments. Stepping on thunderclouds, she charged across the sea and landed on the deck of the warship.

The Marines immediately surrounded Big Mom. Despite firing hundreds of shells, they could inflict no real damage. The Vice Admirals' full-force attacks only left shallow white marks on her body.

Big Mom's curses and the Conqueror's Haki radiating from her caused nearly a thousand Marine soldiers to lose consciousness, collapsing one after another. Under this overwhelming pressure, even the Vice Admirals could only muster 60% to 70% of their strength.

"What a monstrous opponent..." Ghost Spider muttered in frustration, glancing at the scene from the corner of his eye.

Perospero used his Devil Fruit ability to create a hard candy path from the port to the warship, which, under Katakuri's leadership, allowed the BIG MOM Pirates to advance rapidly.

In a short time, the Marines were pushed back, losing several warships in the process. The difficulty of this mission far exceeded Ghost Spider's expectations. Not to mention defeating the enemy, he was just hoping to survive this ordeal.

"Mom, it's time to leave!" The voice of a pirate leader called out from the distance.

Big Mom ceased her attack and looked towards the island. With Aokiji and Akainu cooperating, Kaido was now in a dire situation. Seeing this, her mood lifted considerably.

"Marines, I'll spare you this time."

With that, Big Mom stepped onto the thunderclouds and departed the battlefield with her subordinates.

Holy Land Mariejois, Pangu City

The Five Elders watched the live feed with disbelief. The Five Elders holding swords stood up, furious.

"Where are the agents we had stationed there? Are they all dead? Why haven't they taken action yet?"

Stussy put down the Den Den Mushi and replied helplessly, "I haven't received any response. I fear they've all been killed."

The Five Elders' eyes widened in shock. All thirty elite agents had been killed without a single report?

The short, blonde-haired Elder exclaimed, "Five Vice Admirals couldn't stop Charlotte Linlin? How pathetic!"

The sword-wielding Elder scoffed, "Let's set aside Charlotte Linlin for now. As a Yonko, her strength is expected. But what about the others? Even with all the advantages, can the BIG MOM Pirates steal a warship?"

"Don't forget, Carlos took out three of the four generals himself! Have these Marines been slacking off?"

"Also, why the rush to attack? Why not wait until both she and Kaido are injured before striking?"

Saint Satan took a deep breath. "We will address the Marine's shortcomings later. There's no point in complaining now. The priority is to have Garp come over quickly to intercept the BIG MOM Pirates."

Stussy dialed the Den Den Mushi but soon shook her head. "Vice Admiral Garp is engaged with the Whitebeard Pirates and cannot provide support."

Silence fell over the room. After a long pause, Saint Satan sighed.

"We underestimated our opponent. The Yonko truly live up to their reputation..."

"I have no choice but to let the BIG MOM Pirates escape this time. As long as Kaido is dealt with, the plan will still succeed."

Although frustrated, everyone had to accept this reality and turned their attention back to the screen.

Under the assault by Aokiji and Akainu, Kaido's condition was dire. His upper body was covered in burns, and his legs were bruised and numb from the cold. Akainu's magma attacks were so intense that Kaido couldn't withstand them easily. But the most troubling was Aokiji's icy assault, which, while not causing severe damage, significantly slowed Kaido's movements.

Facing two Admirals and five Vice Admirals was too overwhelming.

"If this continues, I might die here..." Kaido thought, feeling an intense sense of impending doom.

At that moment, Marine's defeat in the distance drew the attention of Aokiji, Akainu, and their subordinates. Kaido's eyes flashed as he seized the nearly imperceptible opportunity.

He vanished from sight and appeared behind Aokiji with a roar, unleashing a powerful attack with his mace. Conqueror's Haki crackled around him like black lightning. The force of the blow was immense, unstoppable!

Even with Observation Haki, which could predict future events, Aokiji couldn't react in time.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

A series of thunderous explosions rang out in mid-air.

"Die!"

Kaido's attack struck with a deafening crash. Aokiji spat out blood and was hurled hundreds of meters away, crashing down heavily onto the island.

Before Kaido could revel in his success, Akainu's enraged voice came from behind.

"Great Eruption!"

A giant lava fist, shrouded in black smoke, slammed into Kaido's back. He staggered, groaning in pain. A massive, gaping wound formed, with red magma burning fiercely inside. The intense pain made Kaido roar and, in response, he rapidly transformed into his dragon form.

Akainu was about to press the attack, but the overwhelming aura emanating from the dragon halted him in his tracks. The dragon, enveloped in flames, radiated such heat that even Akainu felt intimidated.

"Rising Dragon, Flame Eight Trigrams!"

The sky echoed with Kaido's roar as fiery flames descended from above, distorting space and unleashing chaotic energy.

Punk Hazard became a no-go zone. Everything—mud, rocks, seawater—was obliterated by the inferno.

"Marines, just wait until I summon the Beasts Pirates. I'll settle this score with you!"

The giant dragon ascended into the sky, disappearing among the clouds, with only Kaido's roars lingering in the air.

Holy Land Mariejois, Pangu City

Watching the live broadcast, the Five Elders, who had always been calm and composed, were now visibly shaken.

Expressions of disbelief crossed their faces as they roared:

"Forget catching Charlotte Linlin!"

"Two Admirals joined forces and couldn't prevent Kaido from escaping? This is unacceptable!"

"Quickly! Have the Marines catch up and make sure he is eliminated!"

The blond-haired Five Elder spoke solemnly:

"The Marine forces also suffered heavy losses. Not only was Aokiji seriously injured, but only two of the twenty warships are left. It's better to repair the ships and wait for reinforcements before planning further..."

"No!" Saint Satan interjected sharply, "Kaido is severely injured; now is the best time to eliminate him!"

"If we let him escape, with Wanokuni's geographical advantage and his subordinates, he could effectively resist the Marine's attacks."

"Moreover, the BIG MOM Pirates still have substantial combat strength, so we must remain vigilant..."

The World Government had now entered into direct conflict with both the BIG MOM Pirates and the Beasts Pirates. After this battle, there was no guarantee that Kaido and Big Mom wouldn't put aside their differences and join forces. Such a scenario would pose a massive threat to the World Government!

This possibility could not be allowed to happen!

Everyone recognized the gravity of the situation.

"Inform the Marines immediately and ensure Kaido is killed at all costs!"

After issuing the order, the Five Elders fell into a tense silence. The room was thick with the weight of the situation.

They had seen the true power of the Sea Emperors, and Kaido and Big Mom's strengths were evidently greater than those of Marine Admirals.

Saint Satan sighed, "We underestimated our enemies this time and squandered a valuable opportunity."

The blond-haired Five Elder shook his head. "Not necessarily. The Grand Line still needs strong defenses. Besides, the growing Revolutionary Army is also a significant threat."

"Deploying two Admirals and five Vice Admirals was already the Marine's limit."

The sword-wielding Five Elder remained resolute and said coldly:

"Considering the strengths on both sides, it's not even a 60-40 split; it's more like 50-50. Marine has the advantage in intelligence, but the outcome is still disappointing!"

"If that guy Carlos were leading this war..."

As soon as he spoke, everyone froze.

They quickly realized the implication.

"Carlos!"

"Wanokuni!"

"Oh no!"

The Five Elders, holding their swords, stood up with renewed urgency.

"How could we have forgotten him!"

"I heard he has gathered many subordinates in Wanokuni and has already started his operations."

"Why not have him deal with Kaido!"

Upon hearing this, everyone became energized and agreed.

Saint Satan shook his head and frowned, "The idea is good, but with Carlos's strength, can he really defeat Kaido?"

The room fell silent again, as everyone grappled with the reality.

Kaido, known as the strongest creature in the world, had withstood the combined efforts of two Admirals, and Aokiji was severely injured. Carlos, though talented, had not reached Admiral level. Even if they set up an ambush in Wanokuni, would it be effective?

Saint Satan continued, "Even though this plan failed, Carlos has proven his value. We must not give up on him easily."

The others reflected silently for a moment and then agreed.

"Yes, Carlos is still young and can serve the World Government for decades to come. His abilities will be crucial. It would be a shame to abandon him now."

"He's already started his operation. Once Kaido returns to Wanokuni, he will be exposed."

"Stussy, immediately notify Carlos via Den Den Mushi to abandon the operation and prioritize survival!"

Wanokuni, Ghost Island

As dawn broke, the pale light revealed the approaching figures. The shouts from Wanokuni had gradually ceased.

The remaining members of the Beasts Pirates on Onigashima had stayed awake all night, standing on the castle with swords at the ready, anxiously watching the distance.

As morning light cast its glow, a large group of dark figures appeared on the horizon. Groups of samurai advanced towards Onigashima Castle. Despite their bloodied appearances, their expressions were stern and their murderous intent palpable.

The front of this army featured Quinn, bound and scarred, looking in a sorry state.

Seeing this, the Beasts Pirates gasped in shock.

Fuzifer was both shocked and enraged. "Damn it, do these guys intend to wipe us out too?"

"Hey, Carlos! What's your plan?"

Everyone's attention turned to Carlos, their remaining leader, waiting for his decision.

Carlos smiled. "What? Are you scared?"

"Y... you..."

Fuzifer was taken aback and struggled to respond, cursing under his breath, "Damn it! Where did these bastards come from?"

Maria and Samu also felt incredulous. There was such a massive force within Wanokuni territory, and there had been no prior warning. Could there be a spy among them?

Before they could ponder further, Carlos spoke.

"Open the castle gates and let them in."

Fuzifer frowned, "Open the gates? Are you crazy?"

"There are only six to seven thousand of us left on Ghost Island, while their forces number over ten thousand!"

"Didn't you see Quinn was captured by them? With our numbers, we might not stand a chance."

"It's better to rely on the castle and wait for reinforcements."

Carlos sighed softly. "I might as well be honest. Kaido may not be able to return."

This announcement drew everyone's attention.

Fuzifer and Samu exchanged worried glances.

"What do you mean?"

"Can't come back? How is that possible?"

Carlos spread his hands, saying calmly, "At this point, I'm done with pretense. The Beasts Pirates will be history from today onward."

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