Prisoner?
Blackbeard's contribution?
The connection between these points made Da Tian Gou Qing Feng incredibly curious.
A meeting of the New Seven Warlords personally overseen by Sengoku, an invitation from the Five Elders that required his attendance, such a meeting could not be simple.
Especially, the "Slaying Plan" that Sengoku mentioned.
In Da Tian Gou Qing Feng's view, this was undoubtedly an operation targeting the Xuanwu Navy.
So, who was this prisoner?
Da Tian Gou Qing Feng's mind raced, finally settling on two individuals.
In the West Sea, after the battle with Byrnndi World, Wang Zhi and Gin-Axe, whose fates were unknown.
With the status of Admiral Wang Zhi and Vice Admiral Gin-Axe, if they were used to lure the Xuanwu Navy, a great battle would surely ensue.
"Your luck is indeed quite good."
"You managed to capture both an Admiral and a Vice Admiral of the Xuanwu Navy."
"Merely to exchange for the title of Warlord."
"Hahaha!"
"If you were to trade them with the Xuanwu Navy, wouldn't the benefits be even greater?"
Doflamingo knew how Blackbeard became a Warlord, and when Sengoku brought it up now, he mocked him.
After Doflamingo's explanation, the others present immediately understood.
Da Tian Gou Qing Feng also realized with a sudden clarity.
As expected!
He hadn't expected Wang Zhi and Gin-Axe to fall into Blackbeard's hands and be used for a trade with the World Government.
"Seven days from now, there will be a public execution here."
"At that time, I will need everyone to give their all."
"The conditions I promised you all before will also be fulfilled once the task is accomplished."
Sengoku calmly swept his gaze over everyone and said solemnly.
"Mama, can I start slaughtering now?" Whitebeard Jr. fiddled with his fingers and asked Miss Bakkin, looking down at her.
Miss Bakkin chuckled and said, "My good son, kill as much as you want then. The more you kill, the more we gain."
Hearing this, Whitebeard Jr. clapped his hands in delight.
Doflamingo and Crocodile smirked, greatly anticipating this battle.
Mihawk was also looking forward to it.
Although Sakata Gintoki possessed devil fruit abilities, his swordsmanship was also very good, making him a worthy opponent.
Blackbeard chuckled, his eyes darting around, plotting something unknown.
Sa Do F played with cards, revealing no emotion.
Bartholomew Kuma ate his feast quietly and elegantly, as if he hadn't heard anything that had just transpired.
The Navy's strength was gathering.
Generals and elite soldiers from all regions were converging in ever-increasing numbers.
Along with them, the news of the impending execution of 'Rocks Pirates remnants' in seven days spread throughout the world.
Xuanwu Navy Base.
Benedict also received this news, with a newspaper laid out on his desk.
Seven days. With the current speed of the Xuanwu Navy's warships, a full-speed journey would mean they could arrive precisely on the day Wang Zhi and Gin-Axe were to be executed.
The World Government had indeed planned this out.
They intended for the Xuanwu Navy to rush to the scene.
However, such a scheme, in Benedict's opinion, was somewhat laughable.
With the Pika Pika no Mi, they could fly in a straight line, no need for seven days.
"Bai Qi, what do you think?" Benedict asked Bai Qi, who was standing before him.
Bai Qi stated coolly, "Regardless of their previous identities, Wang Zhi and Gin-Axe are now part of the Xuanwu Navy and have reformed. They are our people."
"The World Government's actions are a provocation to our Xuanwu Navy, as well as an overt scheme."
"If we don't go, it will be perceived that the Xuanwu Navy is weak, which will damage our morale and also create internal conflicts."
"'To repel invaders, one must first secure the borders.' Even minor disputes could escalate into major problems, so we must be vigilant."
"Furthermore, this is undoubtedly an overt scheme by the World Government, with a trap laid out. Upon our arrival, they intend to inflict heavy casualties upon us."
Bai Qi's words earned a nod of agreement from Benedict.
In the original story, wasn't the planning of the Summit War meant to capture the Whitebeard Pirates?
The result was the death of Whitebeard and heavy losses to his territories.
Didn't Da Tian Gou Qing Feng send Charlotte Daifuku to the World Government to pit the Big Mom Pirates against the World Government?
In the end, although Big Mom and Kaido left injured, their forces were also significantly weakened.
While the Navy and World Government won, almost half of Marineford was nearly destroyed.
Now, it was a repeat of the same tactic, targeting the even stronger Xuanwu Navy. What kind of power would the World Government deploy this time?
"The people must be saved, and the battle must be fought, but we must consider how to fight, how to display the might of the Xuanwu Navy, and simultaneously annihilate the World Government's Navy entirely."
"This is very important."
"Bai Qi, you will have access to our current resources. I want you to provide me with a plan in the shortest possible time."
"And you will execute it."
Benedict looked at Bai Qi and smiled.
The scale of this upcoming battle would be immense and no simple matter.
Benedict also placed great trust in Bai Qi's abilities.
Therefore, it was time for Bai Qi to lead a team himself.
Bai Qi understood Benedict's intentions and said with great anticipation, "Yes, Marshal."
After Bai Qi left, he quickly formulated a plan and began organizing his thoughts in his office.
Benedict was not afraid of defeat in this battle, as he had plenty of trump cards.
"Saitama, here's an opportunity for you to stretch your legs. Go out and fight, and perhaps protect Bai Qi?" Benedict flew to the beach and said to Saitama, who was sunbathing.
Saitama pushed his sunglasses up and glanced at Benedict, saying, "Marshal, aren't you afraid I'll kill all the devil fruit users with one punch?"
Saitama was well aware that Benedict himself intended to kill devil fruit users.
Rumors also circulated that devil fruits possessed by devil fruit users killed by Benedict would not respawn at sea after their deaths.
"Control it a little." Benedict raised an eyebrow slightly, saying helplessly.
"Alright." Saitama nodded, stretching his neck.
After briefing Saitama, Benedict immediately used the Flying Thunder God Technique to travel to Base No. 38.
Li Chunfeng looked at the appearing Benedict and smiled, "Marshal, do you have a mission?"
Li Chunfeng held a newspaper, which was how he kept abreast of outside information.
Benedict nodded and smiled, "Gather them, and depart now."
"That's good too. Training here is never as meaningful as fighting and spilling blood outside." Li Chunfeng also wanted an opportunity to explore the outside world, so he did not refuse.
"Ais, Nami, come with me."
Benedict said to Ais and Nami.
Nami and Ais walked over to Benedict, and were immediately whisked away by Benedict using the Flying Thunder God Technique, disappearing from sight.
The World Government's provocation would not go unanswered by the Xuanwu Navy.
Thus, when many intelligence agencies witnessed the Xuanwu Navy mobilizing and heading towards the New World in a grand procession, pirates from various factions began to restrain their subordinates, confining themselves to their territories and refraining from appearing before the Xuanwu Navy or venturing onto the seas at this time.
Because, once they appeared, they would be annihilated.
They were utterly incapable of resisting.