"It seems Garp has come for the Marines this time. The Marine Soldiers can be ignored. Take another look, are there any other people worth our attention?" It was Kuina who said this. As the first mate, she began to analyze and immediately stated the next step.
"According to my understanding, if I'm not mistaken, the other two Admirals have also arrived: Akainu, whom we saw last time at Reverse Mountain, and Kizaru, whom we're meeting for the first time. Also, Garp's first mate, Borsalino, has arrived."
Shino Asada immediately said.
Aokiji and the five Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals who also heard this were overjoyed, because if they went there, they could also participate in the battle. They were currently in peak condition. The Marine lineup this time could be said to be one Four Emperors, four Admirals, and five Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals, all top-tier existences in their respective power classes.
However, thinking about what they had just seen, and Luna's so-called trump card, they became unconfident about whether they could win this battle.
Meanwhile, Luna, The Girls, and the Bei Group were called over to the bow of the ship, at least out of earshot of Aokiji and the others, because she was about to assign tasks and opponents to The Girls and herself.
"I'll deal with Garp. The Marines will send Kizaru this time, probably hoping to use his light speed to counter my void, but I want to say it's completely useless. However, it's highly possible I'll face Garp and Kizaru simultaneously."
"Kaya, Shino, you two will act with me. You are electricity and light, respectively. Your elemental abilities give you speeds no less than that yellow monkey's, and Kaya, you could say you're specifically for dealing with Kizaru."
"Kuina, you go deal with Borsalino. You are now fully capable of fighting him, as you are both Great Swordsmen and Admiral-level powerhouses. But you have a greater advantage, both in your swordsmanship and your equipment. Sana will assist from the side."
"Long Long will be responsible for Akainu. His Magma's destructive power is astonishing, but against your equipment, especially what can release a defensive shield, he'll be helpless. In close combat, he's also no match for you. Carmen, you'll provide assistance."
"Tatsumaki, you'll handle Aokiji, maintaining the same approach as last time. Nojiko will assist."
"Deya, you're responsible for overall support, moving around and launching sneak attacks."
"Bei Group, after you've dealt with those five Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals, go onto the warship and slaughter the Marines for me."
"Has everyone understood?"
"Understood x 16." The Girls all expressed their understanding, and this battle deployment was thus decided.
Soon, they all watched Garp's warship draw closer and closer. Finally, when the two sides were nearly 200 meters apart, Garp ordered the ship to stop.
Both sides stood on the decks of their respective ships, gazing at each other.
"Where are Aokiji and the others, Luna, you little brat!" Garp shouted loudly.
Behind him stood Admirals Akainu and Kizaru, as well as Garp's first mate, Borsalino.
And a large number of Marine Soldiers armed with weapons. Luna was somewhat surprised to spot Koby and Helmeppo.
But thinking of these two's strength, still easily subdued by Luffy and Zoro, they were ultimately just two little weaklings, so she didn't pay them much mind.
These two also had some luck on their side; they would probably survive even when the Bei Group went in to fight later.
"Right here." Luna and The Girls made way, and Garp and the others clearly saw Aokiji and the others, who were once again guarded by the Bei Group with hover cannons.
Seeing that Aokiji and the others were all safe and sound, with no missing limbs, and looking perfectly fine—able to fight vigorously as soon as their Sea Stone handcuffs were removed—Garp and the others immediately breathed a sigh of relief, while also feeling pleasantly surprised.
Excellent, Aokiji and the others all had the ability to fight.
But when they noticed the Bei Group, who were now guarding Aokiji and the others, their expressions immediately changed again.
Looking at these young girls whose equipment was similar to Shiro's, they probably had some strength. The upcoming battle would likely cause considerable pressure.
"We still don't understand the Pink Hat Pirates well enough," Borsalino said with a wry smile.
"Hmph, it should be nothing major. Onigumo and the others can handle it," Akainu snorted, still trusting his Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals, not to mention Onigumo and the others were experienced, veteran Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals.
Although there were seven people in total, and the opponents had an advantage of two more people, even so, could they not defeat a group of young girls?
"So this is the Pink Hat Pirates. They really are a group of remarkable young girls." Kizaru Borsalino. This was considered his first direct encounter with the Pink Hat Pirates, but he had heard about their past exploits.
Although he often liked to taunt opponents or weaker individuals, saying things like "how scary," he genuinely couldn't bring himself to mock the Pink Hat Pirates, who had already achieved many feats and a formidable reputation at such a young age.
There were several young girls on the other side whose strength was comparable to his, especially the captain, Luna. His other two colleagues had already been defeated, and quite miserably at that. He wouldn't delude himself into thinking he could gain an advantage against her; he was destined to lose.
But no matter what they thought now, things still had to progress.
"Where is that trash and the money I asked for?" Luna said with a cold expression.
Garp and the others quickly made way, revealing several boxes of Berries. A quick estimate showed there really was 2 billion.
At the same time, there was also a person tied up, with a pale and despairing face.
This person was undoubtedly Spandine. His son was already dead, and he had been mercilessly abandoned by the World Government. Spandine was originally not very useful to them, and trading him for five Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals and one Admiral was well worth it. Of course, it was also because the Devil Fruit name Luna fabricated had attracted the high attention of the Gorosei, not to mention Luna's current strength was already considerable in their eyes.
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