Chapter 113

After a considerable amount of time had elapsed, the Gale Emperor Pirates, under the leadership of Carnes, once again set sail in the outer seas of the Sabaody Archipelago.

Although the Sabaody Archipelago still lies a considerable distance away, its general outline has already begun to emerge on the horizon.

On board the Eternal Gale.

The aftermath of the battle at Marineford had left the crew members in a state of profound exhaustion, compelling most of them to seek some rest at this point.

The current atmosphere aboard the Eternal Gale was unusually serene, an unprecedented calm settling upon it.

Inside the cabin, within Carnes' room.

With the fierce clash at Marineford, now concluded. Carnes had already mapped out his intentions of taking a brief rest upon reaching Sabaody.

First and foremost, he himself was in dire need of rest.

Secondly, there were no pressing matters at hand that required immediate attention. After all, the crew was also equally deserving of some well-earned downtime, to recuperate well.

In the aftermath of the Marineford conflict, the higher-ranking members and commanders had only sustained minor injuries.

However, the regular low and intermediate level bore the brunt of more serious injuries, some were even grappled with severe wounds all over their body.

Carnes himself had suffered only minor abrasions on his skin; aside from feeling drained due to exertion, he was otherwise unscathed.

With a rough strategy and course of action in mind, Carnes directed his gaze towards his attribute panel.

This intense battle at Marineford had substantially increased his influence value.

[Host]: Carnes

[Influence Value]: 7620

[Total Crew]: 231

[Affiliated Pirates]: "Noruko Pirates," "Vibbs Pirates," and "Bonney Pirates"

[Special Crew]: "Demiurge," "Okkotsu Yuta," "Ulquiorra Cifer," "Uchiha Obito," "Nagato," "Power," "Albedo"

[Senior Crew]: 45

[Medium Crew]: 90

[Elementary Crew]: 90

[Item]: Eternal Gale - Medium

[Entrance to Prize Pool""]

Without delay, Carnes turned his attention to the recruitment requirements.

[Recruit *1 Special Crew Member] - [6000]

[Recruit *5 Senior Crew Members] - [5300]

[Recruit *10 Medium Crew Members] - [5300]

[Recruit *10 Junior Crew Members] - [5300]

Being well aware that he possessed an ample amount of influence value, Carnes didn't linger in contemplation for too long.

Swiftly, he commenced the recruitment of high-ranking, mid-level, and junior crew members.

Following the successful enlistment of these regular crew members. Carnes initiated the process of recruiting special crew members.

[Special crew members are currently being recruited.]

Accompanied by the system's audible notification, a call for special crew members resounded.

[Congratulations, Host. You have successfully recruited a special crew member from the "One Punch Man" world: Terrible Tornado, also known as "Tatsumaki."]

One Punch Man?

Terrible Tornado?

Carnes couldn't help but let out a soft chuckle, a glint of amusement dancing in his eyes.

He was quite knowledgeable about this latest addition to his crew.

Tatsumaki was from the world of One Punch Man, she was S-Class professional hero and held the Rank 2 within the Hero Association – a clear testament to her immense power.

In Carnes' eyes, her inclusion was an invaluable asset, significantly bolstering the overall might of his crew.

Adorned with vibrant green, curly hair, she was dressed in a black slit gown.

She had all the characteristics of a tsundere, standing with a short and petite figure.

As for her strength, it went without saying, it was a matter that needed no inquiry.

With a contented sigh, Carnes closed his eyes, intending to indulge in a well-deserved rest.

Meanwhile, on the way to the New World.

Aboard the Red Force, a group of individuals apart from the Red Hair Pirates comprised mainly of the remaining surviving members of the Whitebeard Pirates.

They had once been part of the formidable Whitebeard Pirates, but now with Whitebeards death they didn't knew what to do.

A pervasive sense of desolation pervaded the ship's atmosphere, with the remaining members of Whitebeard's crew hunched over the deck, their expressions veiled in despair.

Perched upon the ship's railing, Shanks maintained a subdued presence, paying no heed to the mournful ambiance.

"Akagami, thanks, we owe you one this time," suddenly a voice came from Shanks side.

He turned his head slightly to acknowledge the speaker. It was Marco, the first division commander of the Whitebeard Pirates.

"Perhaps, if I had arrived a bit sooner, much could've been spared, the scales might have tipped in our favor."

"For all that you've done, for the help you've given us, on behalf of the Whitebeard Pirates, I extend my gratitude, Shanks."

A soft sigh escaped the red-haired's mouth, prompting him to inquire further,

"What are your intentions?

What are you all planning to do now?"

Marco shook his head slightly and looking up at the blue azure sky.

"Maybe take retirement, or perhaps maybe, inherit the will of the old man, and go to Carnes to take revenge.

But understand when I say retirement is on the cards, it's not a joke.

Hahahaha..."

Upon hearing this, Shanks got serious, and a weightiness draped over his face. He earnestly advised, "

"Marco, don't do stupid things, you mustn't embark on such a reckless endeavor.

Going to pursue revenge against Carnes, it'll be no different than going to certain death, it would be a one-way path to doom.

"That guy is very dangerous, very dangerous. in fact, that brief confrontation left me acutely aware of the insurmountable gap in strength between us.

Believe me when I say this, that his strength is above mine."

"If you were to seek revenge against Carnes and perish, meeting your demise, then Whitebeard's sacrifices would have been in vain, he would have died for nothing."

"Nevertheless... there's one assurance I can offer you: their aim was solely Whitebeard, not you all. If it were, otherwise, you all wouldn't have escaped from Marineford alive."

Marco held his tongue, absorbing the red-haired's words. He pondered his ability to enact retribution against someone even the combined might of Sengoku, Garp, and his late Pops had struggled to subdue.

"Damn it!"

"Is it always so frustrating to be weak?"

Overwhelmed by emotion, Marco's tears welled, a sense of helplessness consuming him like never before.

"Would you like to join me?" the red-haired asked extending an invitation.

Marco shook his head once more, signifying his declination.

The red-haired's brow arched slightly but he didn't press further.

"Given the circumstances, I believe your attention should shift towards Blackbeard.

He harbors grand ambitions and will inevitably encroach upon Whitebeard's former territories."

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