Chương 1566: On top of the war (178)

"Charlotte, you should know what Ace means to the Navy. We can discuss other things, but Ace is the only thing you cannot take away!"

Zhan Guo's tone softened noticeably, and he looked at Charlotte with a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

"laugh!"

Charlotte sneered scornfully, as if she didn't care at all about what Zhan Guo said.

"What does this have to do with me? Ace is someone my grandson Napoleon values. I must take him away today. No one can stop me!"

His voice was full of disdain, a complete disregard for the navy.

Charlotte's eyes were like a hawk, scanning every marine present, especially on the faces of Garp, Aokiji, Kizaru, Zephyr and others, where he lingered for a second longer.

The contempt in his eyes caused a surge of rage in the hearts of all the navy members.

Charlotte's words were like a sharp sword, ruthlessly piercing the navy's seemingly indestructible face.

This not only made the navy lose face in front of the whole world, but also destroyed their dignity.

Zhan Guo's face instantly turned as red as a pig's liver. The anger in his heart erupted like a volcano, but was forcibly suppressed.

Charlotte raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a scornful smile.

His goal was to trample on the navy's reputation in front of the whole world and make them a laughing stock.

Only in this way could he gradually weaken the Navy's influence throughout the world and pave the way for his future plans.

"Charlotte, don't go too far!"

There was obvious anger in Zhan Guo's voice, but he felt a little weak in his heart.

He knew that Charlotte's strength and background should not be underestimated. If they really started fighting, the consequences would be disastrous.

"Am I going too far?"

Charlotte sneered, took a step forward without flinching, and looked at Zhan Guo.

"I just want to bully you, what can you do?"

His words hit Zhan Guo's heart like a heavy hammer, making his face even uglier.

For a moment, the atmosphere between the two sides was extremely tense, as if even the air had frozen.

The people on the navy side clenched their fists and gritted their teeth. Their eyes were like burning flames, staring at Charlotte.

However, they are also well aware of the current situation of the Navy.

It is still unknown whether the Rockefeller Kingdom will suffer losses if the action really takes place, but it is certain that the navy will suffer heavy losses.

After all, the navy's enemies are far more than just the Rockefeller Kingdom!

This is something that all the top naval officers are well aware of, and it is also a fact that Zhan Guo has always mentioned.

This is also why Zhan Guo was able to gain the trust of naval generals despite showing weakness repeatedly.

Because they also knew that the Marshal's approach was absolutely correct.

As a force for maintaining world peace and justice, the Navy shoulders enormous responsibilities.

They cannot put all their efforts into just an uncertain goal.

Otherwise, if a failure occurs, the loss will not only be to the navy itself, but also to the people of the world.

Although the navy is under the control of the World Government and is sometimes even forced to do things that go against justice, this is also their helpless choice.

In many cases, the navy can only choose to turn a blind eye and respond with the mentality of "a little impatience will ruin a big plan."

However, the vast majority of naval members still have justice and concern for the people deep in their hearts.

They knew very well that if the navy showed signs of decline, all the ambitious people and pirates in this vast ocean would swarm in like hungry wolves.

By that time, the sea will be in chaos and the people will be in dire straits.

So, although the Navy's fist may sometimes loosen, it does not mean that they have given up on justice.

As Charlotte said, the Navy needs to weigh the pros and cons in complex situations and make the most wise decisions.

The Navy really had no way to deal with the Rockefeller Empire.

Zhan Guo sighed helplessly, as if the weight of the whole world was pressing on his shoulders.

This sigh is filled with endless bitterness and helplessness.

Garp, who was standing behind Sengoku, heard his lament and also sighed deeply.

He closed his eyes, lowered his head, clenched his right fist, his face full of unwillingness and helplessness.

However, faced with such a situation, they were helpless.

Zhan Guo's lament was not only an expression of his personal emotions, but also a reflection of the pain in the hearts of all the navy.

When had they ever been threatened with such humiliation?

Moreover, he was being threatened openly in front of the whole world right at his doorstep!

But they are powerless, and this feeling makes people feel like they are falling into the abyss.

If the battle continues, the navy might really lose its foothold on the sea.

When Charlotte saw this scene, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, revealing a barely perceptible smile.

At this moment, Zhan Guo suddenly looked up to the sky and shouted: "I command!"

His voice was like thunder, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

Then, Zhan Guo uttered four words in a heavy and firm tone: "The war is over!"

These four words were like a flash of lightning that cut through the night sky, stunning everyone present.

Some of the navy who were so angry that they wanted to kill immediately shouted anxiously: "Marshal, don't do that!"

They could not accept such an outcome and were unwilling to give up.

However, Zhan Guo's expression became extremely serious, and he shouted loudly: "The navy is no longer able to fight, stop immediately!"

There was an irresistible majesty in his voice, which made people dare not question it in the slightest.

"I will bear all the blame alone. After this battle, I will give the World Government an explanation!"

The voice of the Warring States period was like a huge bell, echoing in the sea, without any hesitation or delay.

His words were like an insurmountable wall that made it impossible to question them.

After hearing what Zhan Guo said, many naval generals closed their eyes silently. They knew that this was Zhan Guo's decision and the only way to solve the problem at present.

Those sailors who were originally unwilling to give in could only lower their heads helplessly. The blood color in their eyes gradually faded, replaced by deep helplessness and despair.

However, at this moment, Charlotte suddenly burst into laughter.

The laughter seemed particularly abrupt in this tense atmosphere, as if it was a mockery of the Warring States Period.

"Hahahahaha, a man of insight is a wise man. Zhan Guo, you made a wise choice!"

Charlotte's laughter was full of pride and arrogance.

He was very satisfied with Zhan Guo's decision and even admired it a little.