The sea shimmered, sunlight filtering through thin clouds and scattering across the ocean, reflecting an endless interplay of blue and gold.
The warship and the Moby Dick slowly approached each other on this vast expanse of sea. Like destined behemoths, they confronted one another, the distance between them gradually shrinking, and a tense atmosphere permeated the air between the two ships.
Jin stood on the deck of the warship, his gaze cold and resolute.
He knew that this confrontation could determine the course of future events, and he had to display the authority and determination of a Marine Admiral at this crucial moment.
He took a deep breath, stepped forward, and asked in a steady and powerful voice, "Are you here to forcibly take away the prisoners?"
Jin's question, like a sharp sword, directly pierced the core of the Whitebeard Pirates.
Hearing this, Whitebeard and his pirates' expressions darkened, and anger burned in their eyes.
For the Whitebeard Pirates, the word "prisoners" was nothing short of an insult to their family.
Whitebeard frowned, his majestic figure seeming to压迫住 the atmosphere of the entire battlefield.
His voice was low and full of power, "They are my family, not prisoners."
Every word of Whitebeard's carried an unshakable determination, his voice echoing across the sea like a tsunami.
The pirates' eyes were fierce, and their hands gripping their weapons trembled slightly with anger. They couldn't wait to rush up and tear Jin and his warship to pieces.
However, Jin did not flinch in the face of such hostility.
His gaze was as sharp as a knife as he shook his head, his tone calm and firm: "Since they were captured by Blackbeard Teach and handed over to the World Government, they have already been prisoners."
Jin's words were like an icy truth, instantly silencing the Whitebeard Pirates.
Although their hearts were filled with anger and resentment, they could not deny the facts Jin stated.
Jozu and Thatch had indeed fallen into enemy hands and become prisoners of the World Government.
The pirates' anger burned uncontrollably in their hearts, and they gnashed their teeth, but they could not find any reason to refute.
The air was thick with tension, like a powder keg ready to explode.
Jin knew that he had to be tough and firm at this moment, otherwise any hesitation would allow the other side to take advantage.
His voice was low and powerful, with an unquestionable determination: "If you want to take those two people away, then I'm sorry, unless you step over my dead body, there is absolutely no possibility."
Jin's words were like a heavy punch, hitting the core of the Whitebeard Pirates directly.
The pirates' faces were livid, and anger churned in their chests, as if it would erupt at any moment.
Their eyes were full of hatred and determination, but Jin's calmness and firmness made them unable to act rashly.
Whitebeard's sharp, eagle-like eyes stared intently at Jin, as if trying to see through every thought in his heart.
Jin looked back at Whitebeard without fear, their eyes clashing in the air, seeming to ignite the entire sea.
Whitebeard's hand clenched slightly, he knew that the Marine Admiral in front of him was not an opponent that could be easily shaken.
"You have a lot of courage, Admiral Jin," Whitebeard finally said, his voice carrying a hint of imperceptible respect and threat.
His gaze was like a sharp blade, piercing Jin's heart, but Jin remained as steady as Mount Tai, without the slightest wavering.
"I'm just doing what I should do," Jin replied calmly, his eyes without a trace of wavering.
He knew that he had to remain calm, because once he showed any weakness, the other side would not hesitate to launch an attack.
Whitebeard was silent for a moment, then finally nodded, as if acknowledging Jin's determination and strength.
He turned around, faced his angry subordinates, and said in a voice with unquestionable authority: "You all be quiet first."
Although the pirates were full of unwillingness in their hearts, under Whitebeard's order, they could only put away their weapons and silently retreat back to the Moby Dick.
Their anger still burned in their chests, but they knew that Pops' decision was for the benefit of the entire pirate crew, and they had to obey.
As the Moby Dick slowly turned around, the Whitebeard Pirates gradually moved away from the warship, sailing at a relatively safe distance from the Navy.
Jin stood on the deck, watching them leave, but he did not relax his vigilance.
He knew that this storm was not over, and Blackbeard's conspiracy still loomed over this sea, and new conflicts could erupt at any time.
"We have won a moment of peace, but what about next?" Zephyr stood beside Jin, looking at the Moby Dick not far away with a deep gaze, his voice carrying a hint of worry.
Jin was silent for a moment, then took a deep breath and looked into the distance with firm eyes: "In any case, we must prepare for the worst. The Navy's duty is to protect peace, even if it means paying the price of our lives."
He still had to say some platitudes, but Jin wasn't stupid enough to sacrifice his life for the decisions made by the World Government.
Before long, Whitebeard, accompanied by Marco, disembarked from the Moby Dick and walked steadily towards the warship.
Whitebeard's massive frame looked even more majestic in the sunlight, like an immovable giant tower, while Marco followed closely behind, his expression solemn, his eyes flashing with determination and worry.
Whitebeard's gaze was as sharp as an eagle's, staring directly at Jin on the warship.
He walked slowly, but every step carried an unquestionable domineering aura.
The navy soldiers standing on the deck couldn't help but hold their breath, they could feel the powerful aura emanating from this legendary Emperor of the Sea.
An invisible pressure seemed to permeate the air, and everyone was on edge, waiting for the impending conversation.
Whitebeard finally stopped in front of Jin and Zephyr, his heavy voice like thunder, carrying an undeniable majesty and oppressiveness: "We don't want to start a conflict with the Navy, we just want to see Jozu and the others."
Jin stood on the deck, his expression serious and calm, he understood the meaning behind Whitebeard's words.
This was not just a father's concern for his sons, but also the dignity of the Whitebeard Pirates.
Jin took a deep breath, feeling the pressure of the other party's aura, but he remained calm, quickly weighing the pros and cons in his mind.
Zephyr stood aside, a trace of thought flashing in his eyes.
He knew that Whitebeard's request at this moment was not a simple meeting, but a test, an exploration of the Navy's bottom line.
Zephyr and Jin exchanged a look, their eyes meeting in the air, tacitly conveying silent information.
Jin was very clear in his heart that refusing Whitebeard's request might trigger a greater conflict, and once the two sides broke out into war, it would not only cause countless casualties, but also further worsen the situation.
He knew that he had to make a careful decision at this moment.
Jin did not answer immediately, his gaze shifting between Whitebeard and Marco, as if weighing the intentions behind their words.
The few seconds of silence seemed particularly long on the sea, as if every second was increasing the tense atmosphere in the air.
Finally, Jin nodded slightly, breaking the silence.
His voice was still calm and decisive, but it also carried a hint of tolerance and understanding: "Yes, but it must be done on the warship, and your weapons must be left on the ship."
As soon as these words were spoken, the surrounding navy soldiers breathed a sigh of relief.
A trace of approval flashed in Whitebeard's sharp eyes, he saw Jin's caution and responsibility, and also saw that he did not want to push the situation to the extreme.
Whitebeard nodded slightly and turned to signal Marco to hand the weapon to the pirates aside.
"Alright," Whitebeard said in a deep voice, the oppression in his voice lessened, and he seemed satisfied with Jin's decision.
Zephyr nodded slightly beside him, although he was still a little worried in his heart, he knew that Jin had made the wisest choice.
At this time, Zephyr did not say anything more, but stood aside, remaining vigilant, ready to deal with any sudden situation that might occur.
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