20demayo Chapter 173, Fifth Elder Star: Publicly Executing Roger?! Where is Roger?
Chapter 173, Fifth Elder Star: Publicly Executing Roger?! Where is Roger?
Chapter 173 The Five Elders: Publicly Executing Roger?! Where is Roger?
"The biggest problem now is that Brian's existence has created a huge gap in our strategic deployment against the Rocks Pirates. He's like a poisonous thorn stuck in Rocks' flank, but he could turn around and stab us at any moment."
"In particular, his offenses against the Celestial Dragons are causing the public's fear and awe of the World Government to fade rapidly, which is a more terrible consequence than losing an elite force."
"But we must see the positive side." The voice of Shepard X. Pitt Saint, the God of Agriculture, carried a hint of cold certainty as he tried to steer the focus back to what was in their favor.
His gaze swept over the specially marked image on the 3D projection, where Roger and his two remaining companions, covered in wounds and filled with despair, were frozen in time.
"Gol D. Roger is basically finished."
Upon hearing this, the eyes of the Five Elders sharpened simultaneously, all their emotions receding, leaving only the deep-seated hatred for a name and a race that had persisted for hundreds of years.
"The D Clan!!!"
The financial war god, Izanbaron V. Nassjuro, uttered the word softly, as if the syllable itself carried immense weight, and the temperature in the air seemed to drop several degrees.
"This is the first time in hundreds of years that we have seen a member of the D clan suffer such an easy defeat. Although Brian the Beasts was a variable, objectively speaking, he did us a great favor."
Roger's will had essentially collapsed. All his pride and yearning for the sea were mercilessly crushed by Brian the Beast the moment his companion was crippled.
"Now, he's just a walking corpse. This better demonstrates the terror and ruthlessness of the 'Beasts' than killing him outright, and it will also more effectively deter other pirates who harbor illusions."
The environmental war god, Marcus Mazs, slightly opened his narrowed eyes, revealing a cold glint in them.
"But Roger was, after all, a member of the D. clan, and he knew the truth of that history. His existence was the greatest threat to the World Government."
"Roger must die! He must be utterly crushed, in the most public and cruel way, in front of the whole world, so that this hope of the D. clan can be completely extinguished!"
The God of Scientific Defense, Jaigolusia Satan, snorted coldly, his killing intent undisguised, and once again brought the topic back to the urgency of the execution: "We cannot give him any chance to speak! Even if he is now heartbroken, the destiny of the D clan does not allow him to continue to exist in this world."
"We cannot give him any chance to become a hero or a martyr. His death must be a victory for naval justice, not the end of an era," added the legal warrior, Valkyrie, emphasizing his focus on the legal and public relations impact.
The Legal Martial Saint Topman Vochuli raised concerns about implementation: "A public execution would inevitably cause a sensation. Roger's followers and those unscrupulous pirates might use this as an opportunity to cause trouble. We must choose a location with sufficient symbolic significance, yet with impeccable military defenses."
"Then let's set it in Loguetown," Jaigollucia Satan said coldly. "That's the town of beginnings and endings. Roger started there, and he should end there. It's a mockery of the fate of the D. clan."
Marcus Mazsan nodded in agreement: "Loguetown is located in the East China Sea, relatively safe. The navy can quickly mobilize forces and invite journalists and dignitaries from around the world to witness it. This execution must become a grand propaganda ceremony of 'justice against evil.'"
"Before the execution, the CP organization must thoroughly investigate Roger's consciousness to ensure that he leaves no information about the Void Century or the Ancient Weapons. Every word and every action of his must be strictly controlled. The execution will be scheduled one month before the Rocks cleansing operation to maximize the diversion of everyone's attention." Topman Vochuli Saint calmly set the timetable.
To be honest, isn't this a strange connection of fate? It seems as if some unseen force is driving the Five Elders to choose Loguetown as the location for Roger's public execution, just like in the original story.
But there is still one crucial problem: Roger's location. They know roughly where he is, but not the exact location. He's been hidden by that bastard Garp, the Marine. He's not even a proper Marine.
The Five Elders unanimously harbored strong opinions against Garp. This bastard was also a member of the D. clan. If it weren't for his loyalty and his enormous influence in the Navy, he would have been dealt with by the World Government long ago.
Now Garp has done something even bigger, it's like he's shitting on the heads of the Five Elders, deliberately dancing in their minefield.
Satan Saint's self-light once again shone on the holographic projection of the beast Brian, his eyes filled with even greater suspicion and fear.
"For centuries, the D. clan has been like a thorn in our side as we rule the world. They've been a constant presence at every turning point in history. From the destruction of the ancient kingdoms to the rise of Rocks, and even that of Brann Beasts—"
Satan Saint pointed sharply at Brian's arrogant face, his tone filled with uncertainty and unease: "His terrifying power and contempt for the world order are exactly like those madmen! Is he a member of the D clan? This must be investigated!"
The agricultural warrior god Shepard Gan Petter shook his head, stopping Satan Saint's radical speculation: "Brian of the Beasts' identity has not yet been determined, but Rocks D. Gibbek is undoubtedly a member of the D. clan. One Rocks has already stirred up the seas; if another Brian appears, the consequences will be unimaginable."
"Therefore, Roger must be executed as soon as possible. But there is one major obstacle to executing Roger, and that is Garp."
Mentioning Garp caused the Five Elders' expressions to become somewhat subtle, not only because of Garp's personal strength, but also because of his immense prestige among the people.
Mass sighed, "Although Garp saved Roger's life this time, it was also to save face for the Navy. Roger's execution must be carried out by the Navy to demonstrate the iron fist of justice."
"But Garp, he's too much of a troublemaker. He's Roger's nemesis, yet he's also Roger's friend, which is simply absurd. He saved Roger's life this time, which is a serious violation of military orders, but he's too strong in combat and deeply loved by the people, so we can't easily touch him."
The voice of Financial God of War, Izambaron V. Nassjuro, carried a hint of cold sarcasm: "Garp is a madman; he can never distinguish between justice and personal relationships. He let Roger live and even secretly treated his comrades, which crossed our bottom line, but he is also our biggest trump card in dealing with Rocks."
At this point, the group paused for a moment, unsure of how best to deal with Garp.