Bob words caused a subtle change in the expressions of everyone present, but there was not the slightest fluctuation in Rocks eyes.
"So you knew, huh!"
"Yes, during our search for the Eternal Pose, everything went unusually smoothly. The World Government didn't even have anyone guarding it!"
Bob looked at Rocks with calm eyes and spoke slowly.
Hearing this, the other commanders' faces turned bitter, filled with regret.
This was a result they could never have imagined. When Bob and Shiki went to Mary Geoise, there was no one guarding it, and they encountered no danger at all.
This was completely different from what they had imagined. In their view, the two sides should have at least fought for several days and nights!
Instantly, they felt they had missed an excellent opportunity.
An opportunity not only to bring back a wealth of treasures but also to make a name for themselves.
The commanders who had just mocked Bob for his thankless efforts now regretted it deeply.
Seeing that Rocks had no reaction, Bob continued.
"It's highly likely that the World Government knew we were going to seize the Eternal Pose and that we were heading to God Valley, so they deliberately handed it over!"
"Therefore... they might have set up an ambush for us in God Valley!" Bob voiced his thoughts.
Hearing this, Rocks' eyes slightly narrowed, and he revealed a sinister smile.
"Captain Rocks, what do you plan to do?" Bob asked slowly.
Having read the original story, he knew that Rocks' journey to God Valley would only lead to destruction.
Now, Bob had given Rocks an early warning about the World Government's scheme, curious to see how Rocks would choose.
Would he confront it or avoid it?
After a moment of silence, Rocks suddenly burst into laughter.
"Jiehahaha! So what!"
"God Valley, I will conquer it!"
These few words were resolute and domineering, echoing on the Rocks Pirates' ship, lingering for a long time.
Upon hearing these words, the pirates' ambitions were instantly ignited, and they all began to cheer.
"Long live Captain Rocks!"
"The Rocks Pirates will surely win!"
"..."
Watching this scene, Bob eyes remained exceptionally calm, and he said nothing more.
The words had been spoken to this extent, yet Rocks was still determined to go to God Valley.
Even Bob couldn't help but admire the confidence and dominance of this overlord.
It's just a pity... he ultimately couldn't escape the fate of death.
"Whether it's the Marines or the World Government, all of them will be annihilated in the God Valley battle!"
Rocks scanned the crowd, and the expressions of the commanders present were extremely solemn.
In truth, Rocks also knew that the God Valley battle was extremely dangerous and that they would inevitably face a powerful encirclement by the World Government.
But now, Rocks had no other choice.
Within the Rocks Pirates, there were already signs of disunity, and although this had existed before, it had become increasingly apparent recently.
Bob appearance had played a significant "role" in this.
Initially, Rocks had recruited Bob, viewing him as someone like Whitebeard.
He had potential but couldn't catch up to him, so he could serve as a right-hand man.
But after observing him over this period, his strength was simply monstrous, a true monster in every sense.
In the future, he might very well surpass Rocks.
And the commanders' hidden ambitions, suppressed over the years, were now rebounding more and more noticeably.
Rocks believed that it wouldn't be long before the Rocks Pirates faced the fate of disbandment.
Therefore, he had to consider whether the Battle of God Valley would be his one and only chance in this lifetime to reach the pinnacle of the world and dominate it entirely.
While he could still suppress his crew members, he had to seize this opportunity to carve out a path.
Defeat everyone at God Valley, seize Uranus, and rule the world.
If he didn't succeed, he would become a "martyr"!
"You commanders, don't let me down when the time comes!" Rocks looked at each commanders and spoke in a low voice.
These people were the main combat force for the upcoming Battle of God Valley.
If they fully supported him, there was a high possibility of achieving their goal—obtaining Uranus and ascending to the top of the world.
However, if they didn't put in their full effort during the battle, the chances of success would be slim.
"Of course, we will give our all in the Battle of God Valley!" the commanders said with smiles, though their thoughts were entirely different.
When they first joined Rocks' crew, it was solely for their own interests. After years of accumulating wealth and growing stronger, many had already begun to entertain the idea of forming their own pirate crews.
For example, Shiki had been secretly colluding with arms dealers in the underworld.
However, given Rocks' overwhelming strength as their captain, leaving the Rocks Pirates would inevitably come at a bloody cost.
Thus, while the Battle of God Valley was an opportunity for Rocks to dominate the world, for them, it was also a chance to break free.
If Rocks were to die at God Valley, they didn't believe anyone else on the seas could suppress them.
Rocks wanted to rule the world, but these commanders, each with their own hidden agendas, had their own ambitions as well.
"Alright, you two, you've worked hard on this mission. Go back and rest up!"
"For the next two months, no one is allowed to leave!"
"During these two months, everyone must focus on improving their strength. You commanders, make sure to oversee this!"
With that, Rocks turned and left.
...
Night fell, the moonlight faint, and a gentle breeze began to blow.
Bob sat atop the ship's mast, listening to the sound of the wind.
At some point, Whitebeard sat down beside him.
"Enjoying the sea breeze and the scenery—you're the only one in the Rocks Pirates with such leisure," Whitebeard remarked, looking at the relaxed Bob.
"Isn't learning to appreciate the beauty around us a virtue worth praising?" Bob retorted, shifting his gaze to Whitebeard.
Hearing this, Whitebeard chuckled.
After a moment of silence, he spoke again.
"While you were away, Roger sent me a message. They will be joining the Marines in the Battle of God Valley!" His tone carried a hint of surprise.
When Roger had called him, Whitebeard found it hard to believe.
The Marines, who had always viewed pirates as mortal enemies, were now seeking to cooperate with them.
"Oh?"
"What did he say?" Bob feigned surprise.
Whitebeard didn't find Bob's reaction unusual and continued, "He said this battle would be extremely brutal and advised us to flee if we could."
"So, how did you respond?" Bob didn't comment on Roger's words but asked with interest.
"Although I don't like the Rocks Pirates, as a member of the team, I certainly wouldn't desert in the face of battle!" Whitebeard shrugged.
"What about you? What do you think?"
"Same here," Bob said with a wink at Whitebeard.
"Gurarara!" Whitebeard burst into laughter upon hearing Bob reply. In the upcoming God Valley battle, he would fight side by side with Bob.
"By the way, what's your take on the God Valley battle?"
Hearing this, Bob turned his gaze to the horizon.
At this moment, the moon had been obscured by the clouds, leaving not a trace of light.
"It will be... the end of an era!"
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