N-A-A Chapter 517 We have run out of options.
Chapter 517 We have run out of options.
Chapter 517 We have no way back.
Ignoring Law, who was sulking there, Nico Robin looked at the Den Den Mushi and said, "So, the Marine Admiral didn't attack you after confirming your identities, right?"
"Yes."
west Yan nodded and said, "So I suspect that the other party has deeper motives."
"Firstly, Doflamingo may have specifically instructed the Navy that he wanted to kill us personally, which is why Fujitora didn't make a move."
Secondly, Fujitora didn't want to alert the enemy, so he chose to let us go for the time being.
As for the third point...
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At this point, west Yan suddenly paused, his mind replaying his previous conversation with Franky.
"What about the third one?" Usopp asked quickly.
He now desperately wants to know all the information.
"Thirdly, Doflamingo may also be one of Admiral Fujitora's targets."
Upon hearing this, Usopp was stunned.
Is Doflamingo also one of the Navy's targets?
What do you mean?
Didn't they say that Doflamingo had already reached a cooperative relationship with the Navy?
A glint of light flashed in Luo's eyes.
"You mean..." Luo, having understood what Xiyan meant, said, "Because Doflamingo resigned from the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the Navy felt humiliated and is planning to arrest Doflamingo as well?"
"That possibility cannot be ruled out," west Yan said. "Don't forget that we and the Spade Pirates are both quite strong, so there's a possibility that Doflamingo could be defeated."
"Under these circumstances, it's possible that the Navy might want to capture Doflamingo as well."
As for the agreement Doflamingo reached with the Navy?
If Doflamingo is defeated or both sides are seriously injured, who would care about this so-called agreement?
After all, only the two of them know about this, and besides, Doflamingo is no longer a Shichibukai, so there's no problem with capturing him.
As for the other Seven Warlords of the Sea?
It's not like they arrested someone during their tenure, so why would anyone else care about this kind of thing?
Ultimately, we're all pirates. As long as our own interests aren't threatened, who cares about whom?
"I see." Luo nodded and said, "That explains why Fujitora didn't make a move."
This is a good thing for them.
After hearing Luo's words, Xi Yan had a few more thoughts in his mind.
"Could it be that Luffy's act of kindness made Fujitora give up on attacking us?" west Yan wondered to himself.
However, Xi Yan quickly dismissed the idea, feeling that someone of the general's caliber wouldn't be swayed by such a trivial matter.
"No, I don't understand," Usopp quickly said. "Normally... even if Doflamingo is one of the Navy's targets, they wouldn't let us go, right?"
After all, they're pirates too.
"It's very simple."
Nico Robin spoke up: "The Navy wants us to fight Doflamingo to the death!"
"A lose-lose situation?"
"Yes." Nico Robin nodded and said, "Only if we fight Doflamingo will the Navy have a chance to capture both of us."
Only if they fight Doflamingo will there be a situation where one or both sides are seriously injured or killed, which may be the reason why the Navy has temporarily chosen not to take action against them.
It must be said that the naval admiral named Fujitora was indeed very cunning.
"Are they trying to reap the benefits without lifting a finger?"
This time, Usopp understood.
"right."
Usopp fell silent. Did the Navy really resort to such tricks?
I've never encountered this before.
Law's eyes began to flicker. If that were really the case, it would actually be advantageous for him, an Avenger.
After all... his goal from the very beginning was to deal with Doflamingo!
As for Kaido?
That was just an option after defeating Doflamingo.
"But the admiral is still a problem," Luo thought to himself.
After all, it's possible that the other party could team up with Doflamingo to deal with him.
"Hey, let's give up." Usopp suddenly looked up and said again, "Even though I don't know if that Marine Admiral will go to Green Bit, it's still dangerous even if there's only a sliver of a chance!"
He didn't want a Marine Admiral to suddenly appear while he was making a deal with Doflamingo; that would be disastrous.
This time, Luo didn't speak, but his eyes became conflicted.
Give up?
To be honest, he was unwilling to accept it.
Just as he had thought, this might be the only chance he would ever have in his life.
Nico Robin remained silent, simply watching Law and the Den Den Mushi calmly.
She was eager to know Luo's choice, and even more eager to know if west Yan had any other ideas.
If she wasn't mistaken, west Yan should be close to finding a factory.
"Luo, what are your thoughts?" west Yan asked.
"do not give up."
Luo took a deep breath and said, "Although I don't know if Fujitora's target includes us, as long as he doesn't capture Fire Fist's leader, Doflamingo won't be able to obtain the title of Shichibukai, and the Navy won't help him deal with us."
"Therefore, there is no problem with us continuing to carry out the plan."
"What do you mean?"
Usopp sniffed. What did he mean by "the Navy probably won't help Doflamingo fight them"?
Could you explain it more clearly?
This time, Law didn't leave Usopp hanging, but explained directly to him: "Before becoming a Shichibukai, Doflamingo wasn't on the same side as the Marines!"
Seeing that Usopp was still somewhat confused, Law could only patiently continue to explain: "The prerequisite for Doflamingo to become a Shichibukai was to capture Portgas D. Ace or... the Straw Hat leader. You should understand that, right?"
"Yes, I understood that." Usopp nodded.
west Yan has already made this matter very clear.
"That makes things easier."
Law nodded, then continued, "As long as Doflamingo doesn't capture those two, he can't obtain the title of Shichibukai, which means he can't make any further demands on the Navy!"
From the Navy's perspective, what gives you the right to make so many demands of us when you're a pirate who just relinquished your title of Shichibukai?
If it weren't for this collaboration, they would have taken action the moment they arrived in Dressrosa!
"Is that so?" Usopp asked doubtfully.
"It's pretty close to the truth."
"If that's the case, then there's no need for the Navy to come here," Usopp said. "After all, Doflamingo would have to do it himself to capture Ace or Luffy."
Upon hearing this, Luo became somewhat hesitant again.
Yes, if it's really as he just thought, then what's the point of the navy's existence?
"Just to add an extra layer of insurance," Nicole Robin guessed.
"Nicole, please explain in detail."
"What's going on, Robin?"
Seeing that both of them were looking at her, Nico Robin smiled and continued, "Let's start our analysis based on the premise that the Navy and Doflamingo have reached an agreement."
"From the Navy's perspective, Doflamingo is a guy who just resigned from his title of Shichibukai, and he's a pirate who can't necessarily be trusted."
"So even if the Navy agrees to the other party's plan, it's impossible for them to trust him 100%."
"Therefore, it makes perfect sense for the World Government to send its navy here."
After speaking, Nico Robin paused for a moment, then continued, "And the Navy's purpose in doing this is quite simple!"
Firstly: Supervision!
"Keep an eye on Doflamingo and see if he'll carry out the operation plan as agreed by both sides."
"If Doflamingo doesn't do this, the Navy has the right to take action against him."
Secondly: a safety net.
"This safety net isn't to protect Doflamingo, but to prevent this plan from failing!"
"The plan failed?"
Usopp frowned. Wasn't that still just covering for Doflamingo?
"You didn't understand what I meant." Nico Robin glanced at the Den Den Mushi and said, "Just like he said, the Navy may have included Doflamingo as a target from the very beginning."
"It becomes easy to understand from this point of view."
At this point, Nico Robin's expression turned serious, and she continued to explain, "Once the Navy discovers that Doflamingo has been defeated or is unable to continue this plan, the Navy will take immediate action."
"They will attack all the pirates in Dressrosa immediately, and they will also capture Doflamingo, that loser!"
"And that's the Navy's safety net!"
As Law listened to Nico Robin's explanation, his eyes began to flicker. If what Nico and Sunglasses said was true, then he would have much more room to maneuver.
At least we don't have to abandon this operation plan immediately.
Usopp, on the other hand, had a look of sudden realization on his face. Wasn't this almost exactly what Xiyan had just said? It was just that Robin had explained it in more detail.
"So, we can now exploit this distrust between the Navy and Doflamingo?" Usopp said.
"Yes, that's what I meant too," west Yan nodded and said.
Even the Seven Warlords of the Sea aren't necessarily trusted by the Navy, let alone someone who hasn't even become a Warlord yet.
The reason someone is willing to give another party a chance to cooperate is mostly because the other party offers enough and they were once a Shichibukai.
So west Yan wasn't really worried about this matter.
Of course, the most important thing is to be confident in his own abilities; otherwise, he wouldn't have thought of continuing to carry out this plan.
"But...
'
Usopp wore a bitter expression; he really didn't want to continue with this plan.
Although the mutual distrust between the Navy and Doflamingo gave them enough time to operate, it was still too dangerous!
"No buts!"
Luo suddenly raised his head and said, "The long-nosed leader's plan has progressed to this point and there's no turning back."
He had just considered giving up on the idea, but he immediately nipped it in the bud.
The reason is simple: it's not just his only chance for revenge, but also to prevent Doflamingo from resorting to desperate measures!
After all, Doflamingo's SMILE factory is still there!
So... even if they kidnap Caesar, Doflamingo will have plenty of time to find them, at which point they will truly be at a disadvantage.
As for whether Doflamingo can find them?
Don't be ridiculous. The other side are the most skilled middlemen at manipulating intelligence. How could they possibly not be able to find them?
Of course, they could also choose to leave here and go directly to Wano Country to attack Kaido!
But here's the problem: what if Doflamingo, after receiving this news, secretly leads a group to Wano Country to confront Kaido?
While Kaido might have the possibility of capturing Caesar, Doflamingo wouldn't give up this only chance, would he?
By then, they might have to face a lineup of four emperors and seven warlords, which is not something he wants to see.
As for Doflamingo's title as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea...
"Although there's a chance Doflamingo might be defeated by Fire Fist Ace, what if he succeeds?" Law thought to himself.
He would then be able to regain his title as one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, which is something he cannot accept.
Furthermore, because of the defeat of Portgas D. Ace, the Straw Hat Pirates will also go to Dressrosa or Impel Down to rescue people!
This eliminates the option of going directly to Wano Country.
When that time comes, should he go with them to rescue people or not?
If we don't go, the alliance will be completely broken!
So there is no other option but to continue with the plan. At least here they have the opportunity to complete all the plans and also the opportunity to rescue Fire Fist Ace.
"Luo is right," west Yan said. "We really have no choice but to continue with the plan now."
He wasn't concerned about what happened to Doflamingo; what mattered to him was keeping his promise to Ace.
Since they had already agreed to help the other party steal that Devil Fruit, they naturally had to keep their word.
Why are you like this too...?
'
Usopp was on the verge of tears. Even Xiyan had said that, so what could he say?
Thinking of this, Usopp squatted down to the side and started drawing circles.
Luo:
Law glanced at Usopp speechlessly; this guy was acting like a child.
Xi Yan smiled, clearly not surprised that Usopp would say such a thing.
Then, west Yan said, "However, there is also a possibility that a naval admiral might appear over there."
"How so?" Luo asked quickly.
If a naval admiral were to appear before him, then he would need to carefully consider what to do next.
"Have you forgotten that our alliance made the newspapers?" west Yan said. "In that case, do you think the Navy might suspect that you also intend to give up your Shichibukai title?"
Upon hearing this, Luo's expression immediately darkened.
Yes, given what happened, the Navy has reason to suspect his motives.
west Yan smiled as he observed the changes in the Den Den Mushi, then continued, "So you also need to be careful."
"I understand, Sunglasses is the boss."
This time, Luo Ganfen nodded seriously, clearly having taken west Yan's words to heart.
If you think about it carefully, there really is such a possibility.
However, it's only a possibility, since the Navy has more important things to do, doesn't it?
"I wonder if Fire Fist Ace and the others have arrived in Dressrosa yet," Law muttered to himself.
If Fire Fist Ace has already arrived in Dressrosa, then he can take advantage of the chaos.
Thinking of this, Law quickly asked, "Hey, sir, do you know where the Spade Pirates are?"
Nico Robin glanced at Law upon hearing this, clearly understanding his thoughts.
However, she didn't say anything, but instead decided to see what west Yan had to say.