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He knew that, as a member of the World Government's intelligence organization, to beg for mercy from the enemy was a humiliating thing!
Although it was his misjudgment that led to this situation, as CP9 members, defeat was defeat.
They were already prepared to sacrifice themselves for the World Government. But for some reason, facing death, he couldn't help but plead for the lives of his former comrades.
Lucci swallowed his shame and anger. As the defeated one, he lowered his head, about to say something more...
"Enough, Lucci!"
Kaku, seeing his partner's state, finally couldn't bear it any longer.
"Defeat is defeat. We are CP9 members. We absolutely cannot beg the enemy for mercy. Whatever the consequences, we are prepared!"
Upon hearing this, the others, who had previously felt despair and fear, showed determination as they looked at Lucci…
Actually, compared to Spandam, Lucci was more like their superior. Unlike that gambling and womanizing boss, Lucci would guide them, develop comprehensive plans for their missions, and charge to the front lines when facing powerful enemies.
Therefore, compared to Spandam, whom they rarely saw, they were more willing to follow Lucci.
"Kaku is right!"
"That's settled!"
"I'm ready to embrace death!"
"That's right, you're supposed to be my rival, and you're begging for mercy after losing? Disgraceful!"
Lucci: "…"
The five of them exchanged barbs, seemingly prepared to accept their fate.
However, this scene made Ian raise an eyebrow and say calmly, "Hey, hey, hey, you guys started this! We had already decided to leave, but you rushed over and declared war on us, saying you would defeat me, and now you still have the nerve to say that?"
CP9 members: "…"
Hearing Ian's words, the faces of all the CP9 members immediately stiffened.
Before they could say anything, the somewhat impatient Ian waved his hand at Kuma and said calmly, "Hang them all up!"
Ignoring the CP9 members who were already hung up, he turned to Ace, who was still sighing beside him, and kicked him in the butt. "Get up and get to work. Weren't you going to help your brother? You can go now."
Ace: "...?!"
Ace jumped up upon hearing Ian's words, completely ignoring the kick in the butt, and looked at Ian excitedly. "Mr. Ian, you mean…"
"Since they dared to declare war on us, they should be prepared to bear our wrath."
After glancing at the CP9 members whose faces had turned ashen at his words, Ian looked at Ace again and said calmly, "Go! Let those guys know the consequences of offending us!"
"Yes, Mr. Ian."
Seeing that Ian wasn't joking, Ace's face immediately brightened, and he said solemnly: "Don't worry, I'll make those guys pay!"
"Kuma, send this guy to Enies Lobby, and take the children back with you!"
"Yes, boss!"
As Kuma extended his hand to Ace after receiving the order, the CP9 members could no longer contain themselves while staring at Ian with horrified expressions.
"You can't do this!"
"That's Rocks' blood! We can't let him get away! He'll bring disaster to the sea!"
"Hey, hey, hey, maybe you should just give up!"
The CP9 members shouted at Ian in panicked tones, seemingly trying to stop him.
"What are you trying to do?"
Even Lucci suppressed his anger, his voice low and menacing. "The World Government's Buster Call fleet is almost here. Aren't you afraid of being surrounded by them?"
"Buster Call fleet?"
Ian seemed to realize something and stroked his chin as he looked at Lucci. "No wonder you guys came to stop me. So the World Government has launched a Buster Call?"
"The Buster Call fleet is almost here. You still have time to leave!"
"Leave? How ridiculous!"
Ian ignored Lucci and turned to Ace.
"Let's go."
"Don't embarrass me!"
"Yes, Mr. Ian!"
Without further hesitation, Kuma shoved Ace towards Enies Lobby.
Then, seeing the CP9's fearful eyes, Ian spoke calmly: "As for us… Let's face the World Government's Buster Call!"
Upon hearing this, Zephyr, Kuma, Law, and the others behind him smiled, all standing behind Ian, seemingly unconcerned about the upcoming Buster Call.
This scene sent a chill down the spines of all the CP9 members.
Especially Lucci, seeing the Umbrella Corporation member so confident in the face of the Buster Call, a scene that seemed impossible flashed through his mind… But at this moment, he seemed to understand Admiral Kizaru's earlier concerns.
They seemed to have made a… foolish decision!
…
Meanwhile, on the other side.
Within the Tarai Current connecting Marine Headquarters, Enies Lobby, and Impel Down.
On a massive naval warship, Admiral Akainu stands at the bow, arms crossed, a cigar dangling from his lips, gazing at the surging current before him.
"How much longer until we arrive?"
"About an hour more."
"Can't it be any faster?"
"This is already the fastest, Admiral Akainu!"
"I don't want to hear that! Tell the navigator to make it faster!"
Faced with his subordinate's helpless tone, Sakazuki simply removed the cigar from his lips, glared at him with displeasure, and snapped: "News from Enies Lobby! That guy's escaping! I don't want the Buster Call to become a joke! Even if the ship is destroyed, you have to get there before he leaves!"
"Yes, Admiral Akainu!"
Hearing Admiral Akainu's order, although he felt it was utterly unreasonable, the current speed was already the fastest; any faster and the warships simply couldn't manage it. However, as Sakazuki's subordinate, he understood his superior's temper; now was not the time to question his orders.
Even if they couldn't do it, they had to find a way. Whether they could ultimately succeed was another matter; questioning now would only result in him getting beaten up later.
After receiving the order, the marine quickly went down to relay it, preparing to see if there were any other ways to increase speed.
Just as this marine went down, another marine ran over, bowed respectfully, and then said seriously: "Admiral Akainu, we've entered the forked current. Should we head to Enies Lobby first, or Water 7?"
"What's the situation with Borsalino?"
"Reporting to Admiral Akainu, Admiral Kizaru just sent word that the Straw Hat Pirates attacked Enies Lobby, and he can handle it!"
"He can handle it? Then what are we going there for?"
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