One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 637 Her goal is to be the Emperor of the Sea

"What do you think she'll do?"

Shanks' expression was not good.

Mihawk finally delivered the message to Shanks, just as Roman had hoped.

In fact, even if Mihawk didn't make the call, Shanks would have taken the initiative.

After all, Mihawk had stayed at Marineford for far too long this time.

This is no secret.

Even as a Shichibukai, Mihawk's stay was far too long.

This is unusual.

Regardless of the reason, Shanks was more concerned about something else.

Mihawk will definitely take the initiative to approach the Black Dragon.

Definitely.

And the black dragon...

The thought of her still makes Shanks instinctively uncomfortable.

It's not fear.

Instead, deep down he felt she was a nuisance.

One variable.

Black Dragon seemed to have anticipated that he would seek out Mihawk.

Mihawk relayed the message to himself as the black dragon had requested.

However, a friend also left a piece of advice: ignore it, or you might get into trouble.

A rational suggestion.

That's absolutely correct.

Because Beckman gave the same advice.

"Don't act rashly, Shanks."

“Beckman, I know.”

OK OK.

Upon hearing his answer, Beckman knew that Shanks hadn't listened.

This left him feeling helpless, but all he could do was continue to persuade them.

"Don't you understand? Black Dragon knew you would definitely ask Mihawk, so she had Mihawk call you. And if you make your comeback as she wants, you'll fall into her trap."

“I know, Beckman. I know all of this.”

Shanks remained calm in response.

"You've already suffered at her hands more than once, Shanks!"

The severed arm, the knife wound on his chest, and the burns on his back were all part of Black Dragon's scheme against Shanks.

Although Shanks survived, the cost was too high.

Since Shanks was seriously injured last time, the Red-Haired Pirates had no choice but to come to Twin Cape again.

Although Hongo was also an excellent ship's doctor.

However, more than his injuries, Shanks also needs a suitable place to recuperate.

Of course, the Red-Haired Pirates couldn't remain silent forever.

They will make a comeback sooner or later.

But not now.

Beckman's plan was to wait until later.

However, plans can't keep up with changes.

To their utter surprise, the black dragon actually opened fire on them.

Black Dragon completely grasped the balance of power that Shanks cared about most.

Therefore, even if it's a trap, Shanks has no choice but to take action.

However, this was not the result Beckman had hoped for.

Even though the chances were slim, he still hoped he could persuade Shanks to stay.

At the very least, postpone the time.

"Black Dragon is, after all, a member of the Navy. It won't be so easy for her to break the balance."

That's right.

It's not just the black dragon that's in trouble.

What's even more troublesome is the navy behind her.

The naval power she can utilize is a bigger problem.

After all, she held real power in the navy.

Compared to a typical lieutenant general, she wielded far more power.

Rumors that the actual controller of the dove faction is Heilong have been circulating for a long time.

Meanwhile, Aokiji, the true leader of the dove faction, was a rather magnanimous guy who was too lazy to get things done.

This led to the Black Dragon's power growing ever larger.

Beckman knew all of this.

However, there are both advantages and disadvantages.

Relying on power, one is naturally also limited by power.

She's in the navy, which means she can't do whatever she wants.

"Shanks, think about it carefully. This is just a provocation! What can she possibly do to disrupt the balance?"

"For example, targeting those three emperors! That's possible, isn't it, Beckman!" Shanks' thinking was very clear, and he said directly.

"Shanks, it's not that easy to take action against the three emperors! The World Government won't allow it, and even Acnologia couldn't mobilize that many troops."

"Even if we take a step back and assume the worst, we couldn't possibly be unaware of such a large military force and the emperor of the sea."

"What if it was her own unauthorized action?"

As if he had just thought of something, Shanks spoke up.

"It's not that she can't do it."

"You mean she's going to take down an entire pirate crew all by herself?"

"Yes, Black Dragon is capable of doing it."

"That doesn't make sense either, Shanks!"

Beckman continued.

“Let’s take another step back. If Black Dragon really wants to do this, even if she’s very powerful, she will still be taking risks. In that case, why would she want to involve you?”

Beckman raised the most crucial question.

If Black Dragon really acts on his own, then he will inevitably be sneaking around.

So why deliberately let Shanks know?

This only adds more variables.

It's as strange as someone who sends a warning letter before stealing something.

For the sake of power?

But none of this makes sense.

"You're right, Beckman!"

Even though Shanks can be stubborn at times, he has to admit that Beckman is right.

"Perhaps I'm overthinking it!"