Chapter 361: Convergence

Round Two: Marine Headquarters vs. Whitebeard Pirates. With Wright's arrival and the Whitebeard Pirates breaking through into Oris Plaza wit

Round Two: Marine Headquarters vs. Whitebeard Pirates.

With Wright's arrival and the Whitebeard Pirates breaking through into Oris Plaza within the encirclement, the battle had officially begun.

Meanwhile, in the Sabaody Archipelago and in front of broadcast screens worldwide, the audience watching the live transmission erupted into cheers.

"Admiral Wright has arrived!"

"The Marines now have five Admiral-level combatants!"

"How could they possibly lose now?! There's no way!"

"That move by Admiral Wright was incredible! All the Marines stood back up!"

"With Admiral Wright here, all of Whitebeard's efforts have been in vain!"

...

In many cases, dazzling visual effects weren't just for show—they could inspire immense confidence in allies. Consider it a morale-boosting buff.

"Blessings of the King!"

Every Marine soldier, including Fleet Admiral Sengoku and the three Admirals, was empowered by Wright's aura and blessings. The high-ranking officers, having never experienced such an enhancement before, clenched their fists in astonishment.

"This feeling... it's beyond imagination!"

For warriors of their caliber, an all-encompassing boost like this was no joke.

With Wright's aura and blessings, Marine morale skyrocketed to an unprecedented level. For the first time in this war, they truly grasped just how overpowered a top-tier support-type combatant could be!

"Admiral Wright... this form of yours is truly astonishing..."

Issho's (Fujitora's) smile widened with genuine joy. For the Marines—or rather, for the forces of justice—having an Admiral like Wright was an immense fortune.

"Ara... my junior brother is really stealing the spotlight this time. Of course, that also means more pressure on him."

Kuzan (Aokiji) tilted his head slightly. This feeling of being strengthened in every aspect...

...was making him feel a little sleepy.

"Oh~ Such overwhelming strength, junior brother~ Even if you don't make a single move now, you're already the biggest contributor to this war~"

Borsalino (Kizaru) smirked behind his sunglasses as his fingertip glowed with light.

"Hmm~ Why do I suddenly feel like challenging Whitebeard one-on-one~?"

"Get a grip, Borsalino..."

Sakazuki (Akainu) clenched his fist, feeling the continuous warmth and surge of power within him. A cruel smile formed on his face.

"With Wright's support, wiping out the Whitebeard Pirates is no joke!"

"Then I'll take the lead. Borsalino, Kuzan—Whitebeard is in peak condition! We must go all out!"

"Oh~"

"Ara..."

The three Logia Admirals leaped into action, charging towards Whitebeard and the advancing pirates!

...

On the execution platform, Wright descended from the sky and landed beside Fleet Admiral Sengoku. Since this was a globally broadcast event, it was only appropriate to give the Fleet Admiral some face.

"There's some... troubling news from Impel Down."

After Wright quickly summarized the situation at Impel Down, cold sweat began forming on Sengoku's forehead.

"Good... good thing you took precautions in advance, Wright. Otherwise, if Blackbeard had his way, things could have gone disastrously wrong!"

"Jinbe's efforts in defending Impel Down were invaluable. This way, no one can accuse him of not fighting Whitebeard directly."

"But for the Revolutionary Army to have freed someone as troublesome as Ivankov..."

Sengoku massaged his temples. "Could it be that Dragon himself is paying attention to this war?!"

"How could he not? The whole world is watching."

Wright shrugged. "If they want to come, let them. I think the Revolutionary Army has another goal in mind. But those escapees... they're the real problem."

"You're right. Redfield, Byrnndi World, and Crocodile... But—"

Sengoku's toad-shaped glasses gleamed as he spoke in a deep tone.

"The current Marines... do not fear their challenge. Let them come!"

"I... have been itching for a fight!"

"Bwahahaha! Sengoku, you just sit there as Fleet Admiral! I'm the one itching for a fight!"

At some point, Garp had appeared on the execution platform.

"The Revolutionary Army's second-in-command? Sabo? No way it's that kid, right? But how could it be? Bwahahaha!"

You'd be surprised... Wright held back his comment, glancing at Sengoku, who was already on the verge of another breakdown. After all, that kid was practically Garp's half-grandson and half-disciple... or rather, a disciple's disciple!

"Just guard the execution platform. Let the younger generation handle the battlefield... If Redfield appears—though I doubt he has any reason to rescue Marco and the others—helping Whitebeard isn't impossible."

Sengoku, while confident, was not arrogant. He began issuing contingency plans for the incoming escapees.

"They shouldn't be able to open the Gate of Justice at Marineford, but just in case! Since they dare to come, we must be prepared!"

"And Byrnndi World... that bastard actually declared he would destroy Marineford?!"

On the execution platform, Marco and the others, despite being focused on Whitebeard, couldn't ignore such explosive news.

The three exchanged glances and nodded subtly—this was an opportunity!

"Fujitora will handle Byrnndi World. As for Whitebeard, I will assist my senior brothers in taking him down. Once Whitebeard falls, the rest won't be a problem!"

"Even in his prime, I refuse to believe he can withstand all of us attacking at once!"

Wright flicked his long blade, activating his Wrath of Vengeance aura to full effect. In an instant, he disappeared from the execution platform, reappearing before Whitebeard. His blade, Ashes, clashed violently with Murakumogiri!

"BOOM—!"

Wright's strike intercepted Whitebeard's supreme-grade blade just as it was about to strike Akainu's shoulder. At the same time, he cast a Holy Light Healing spell on Akainu, who had just coughed up blood from Whitebeard's punch.

"Gurararara! Kid! Your ability truly defies the world... What a pity you're not my son!"

Whitebeard raised an eyebrow, shaking his head with regret.

"But this alone isn't enough to take me down!"

"Whitebeard, enough talk! Let's settle this with our blades!"

"Ashes Awaken!"

Wright's blade extended to eight meters, allowing him to engage Whitebeard without needing to leap into the air.

"Good, kid! Now I don't have to hunch over to fight you!"

As if mocking Wright's significantly smaller stature—one-third of Whitebeard's 666 cm height—Whitebeard grinned.

Wright's eye twitched as he glanced at Kizaru and Aokiji, who were stifling laughter, and Akainu, who solemnly nodded at him.

You three aren't much taller than me either!

"Senior brothers, we're facing the 'World's Strongest Man.' Let's go all in!"

Akainu's stern expression cracked into a rare smile.

"I thought you were going to challenge him alone—but I like your decision!"

"Oh~ Is this considered~ bullying an old man~?"

"Ara... How many people in the world could call this old man terrifying? Really now..."

As the four Admirals launched their assault, Whitebeard roared with laughter.

"Come! Let this old man teach you a lesson..."

"Your old man... is always your old man!"

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