One Piece - I Am A Different Luffy! BOOK2!

Chapter 304 - The War Begins! 01.

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Third Person POV

Impeldown, First Half of Grandline.

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It was almost noon at this moment, as the sun shone at its highest point above Marineford. Since the beginning of that day, everyone inside and outside Marineford knew it would be a day that would be etched into the history of this world.

The main square, a vast expanse of ground between the high walls of the fortress and the sea, was filled with Marine soldiers, arranged in impeccable formations and ready for the battle that could take place there. Men and women of different ranks, from recruits to seasoned officers, were preparing for the imminent confrontation. The air was thick with tension and expectation, as the sound of marching boots and shouted orders echoed through the area, positioning the groups in their correct places.

In the center of the square, the three Marine Admirals, Akainu, Kizaru, and Aokiji, stood firm, issuing a few orders. They all radiated an aura of unquestionable power as they symbolized Marine strength. Akainu, with his relentless gaze and iron determination, adjusted his gloves, ready to use his magma, prepared to destroy any approaching threat. Kizaru, with his still slightly injured attitude, began to return to his carefree expression. Aokiji, in turn, maintained a serious and calm expression, still looking concernedly at the Marines.

On the sides of the square, the Shichibukai, the Seven Warlords of the Sea, were walking towards the wall to stand in front of the Marines and the sea. Dracule Mihawk, the world's strongest swordsman, walked with his enormous sword, Yoru, on his shoulder, while observing the movement with a cold and distant look towards the sea. Bartholomew Kuma, imposing and enigmatic, remained silent. Boa Hancock, the pirate empress, kept her gaze firm, accompanied by a serpent; her beauty was a target of admiration by all the Marines. Doflamingo, still injured and missing one of his limbs, walked with a somber and serious face. Moria, though still a bit injured, stood firm with the other Shichibukai.

Returning to the square, the Marine giants, with their enormous statures, were also positioning themselves around the square, while the sound of their footsteps echoed thunderously with each step, making the ground tremble as they moved into their positions.

Huge cannons were lined up on the walls and on the warships, pointing towards the sea, ready to unleash a storm of cannonballs against any enemy daring to approach. The warships, true floating fortresses, were anchored off the coast, with their flags fluttering in the wind representing justice.

Officers continued making speeches, and commands kept coming through the loudspeakers throughout the square, issuing orders and calling certain officers to present themselves in requested areas. Tsuru was positioned near the platform, as one of the Marine's most strategic minds, organizing the entire square before Sengoku arrived with the prisoner to the platform and began the announcement.

Leaving Marineford and heading to an island not far from the HQ, at Sabaody Archipelago, the atmosphere was filled with restless anticipation. Reporters from all over the world had gathered around huge screens, being positioned in the main squares of the islands, ready to broadcast the events of Marineford live. Den Den Mushi communication equipment was being frantically adjusted by technicians, while journalists prepared to report on the unfolding of the most anticipated war of the pirate era. Cameras and microphones were tested repeatedly, and the last instructions were urgently passed on.

People discussed among themselves what might happen and what they would see when the screens finally turned on, as Sengoku asked everyone to prepare in the square before continuing. Fear and excitement were written on their faces. They knew they were about to witness and broadcast an event that could change the course of world history.