Marine Headquarters, Marineford Plaza.
Although the soldiers and officers on the plaza had dispersed and the execution platform had been cleared away, the open-air Shichibukai meeting was still ongoing.
Doflamingo, who had been directly confronted by Orion, wore a complex expression—anger, defiance, and even shame. Especially when Orion brought up his humiliating experience of being denied re-entry into the Holy Land, he nearly lost his temper and flipped the table.
Fortunately, Orion stopped there, not delving further into his dark past and even took the opportunity to criticize the other Shichibukai.
"Alright, the broadcast is over!"
At that moment, Orion suddenly changed the subject and continued.
"Next is the matter of your arrangements! You can't leave headquarters immediately. Not only can't you leave, but you'll also have to undergo a period of ideological re-education!"
"Ideological re-education?" Mihawk looked up, caught off guard "Do I have to participate as well?"
"Everyone must participate!"
Orion nodded. "Although you haven't been enemies with the Navy since becoming the Seven Warlords, I am well aware of the deeds you've carried out under the title of the Seven Warlords. Especially you, Doflamingo and Crocodile. One of you operates various illegal industries in the underworld under the code name Joker, while the other established Baroque Works in Alabasta under the code name Mr. 0."
At these words, both Doflamingo and Crocodile expressions changed slightly.
Especially Crocodile, who hadn't expected Orion to be so well-informed about his behind-the-scenes activities over the years.
Before the two could react, Orion suddenly turned his head to look at Crocodile.
"Sand Crocodile, your 'Utopia' plan hasn't started yet, has it? It's best if it hasn't!"
Orion sudden remark made Crocodile, who was already shocked by the exposure of his establishment of Baroque Works, widen his eyes in disbelief. He reflexively stood up, staring at Orion in astonishment.
After staring at Orion for a few seconds, Crocodile took a deep breath, suppressing his shock, and said in a deep voice.
"Marshal Orion, what else do you know?"
"What are you afraid of?"
Orion slightly raised his head, smiling amiably. "Is it because I know about your establishment of Baroque Works, or your supposedly top-secret 'Utopia' plan? Or perhaps, that among the members of your Baroque Works, there is a demon child named Nico Robin?"
As soon as the name Nico Robin left Orion mouth, Jinbei and Moria, who had been keeping to themselves, almost simultaneously looked up.
Doflamingo also unexpectedly turned his head to look at Crocodile, a faint smile curling at the corner of his mouth. Although Crocodile didn't show much reaction, his heart was in turmoil, and he stood frozen in place.
Orion even knew about Nico Robin presence in Baroque Works with such clarity.
It was worth noting that Nico Robin was the sole survivor of the Ohara incident. As an archaeologist and one of the only two known individuals capable of reading ancient texts, she was wanted by the World Government.
Crocodile had taken the risk of keeping her by his side precisely because of her ability to read Poneglyph and he had kept her identity a secret.
If the World Government found out he was harboring Nico Robin, not only would he lose his status as a Warlord, but it could also lead to his death.
Yet, such a confidential matter was casually mentioned by Orion, proving that his every move had been under Orion surveillance.
Orion decision to bring this up now clearly indicated that he knew Crocodile would never pledge loyalty to the Navy.
Observing Crocodile reaction, Orion waved his hand with a smile.
"Don't be nervous. Whether it's you, Doflamingo, or that loser over there who's been slacking off since losing to Kaido, there are no secrets in my eyes! If I wanted to eliminate you, I wouldn't have waited until now."
"In a word, I will personally lead you all towards justice."
"And the first step towards justice is to undergo ideological reform!"
"As for your subordinates or family members..."
At this point, Orion turned his gaze toward Doflamingo and said.
"You have two choices. One, like Moria, all members of the Donquixote family must report to headquarters within seven days. Two, Admiral Akainu will take over the Kingdom of Dressrosa and all members of the Donquixote family will be under his command and arrangement!"
Hearing this, Doflamingo nearly fell off his chair in shock. Reacting quickly, he stood up and stared intently at Orion.
"So, Marshal Orion your true goal is to take Dressrosa from me!"
"I can submit to you, but I hope the Kingdom of Dressrosa remains under the control of the Donquixote family!"
"Understood~"
Orion nodded decisively and called out. "Akainu!"
"Here!"
Akainu, who had been standing quietly beside Orion, stepped forward without hesitation.
"Immediately lead your Red Dog Army and arrest all members of the Donquixote family…"
Before he could finish, Orion suddenly changed his tone.
"No, don't arrest them. Eliminate them all!"
"Yes!"
Akainu showed no hesitation. He immediately took out his Den Den Mushi and said in a deep voice.
"Red Dog Army, assemble. Target—"
"Wait."
Before Akainu could issue the order, Doflamingo, who had never expected Orion to act so decisively and ruthlessly by sending Akainu—a man who embodied absolute justice—was utterly terrified and quickly intervened.
In the most humble tone he had used since arriving at Marineford, he said.
"Orion, must you go to such extremes? The Kingdom of Dressrosa belongs to the Donquixote family…"
Here, Doflamingo paused.
Knowing that Orion would never change his mind once a decision was made, he took a deep breath and then bowed his head toward Orion.
"I… I choose option one."
"You've missed your chance to choose!"
Orion shook his head and said firmly.
"Akainu, set out! Once you arrive in Dressrosa, eliminate all members of the Donquixote family if they dare to resist."
"Remember, all of them!"
"If they do not resist and cooperate with your mission, incorporate them into our ranks and await my further instructions."
"Yes!"
Akainu straightened his posture, saluted, and then quickly turned around with the Den Den Mushi to continue issuing orders.
"Target: Dressrosa! You have ten minutes to assemble!"
At Akainu command, the vice admirals, rear admirals, and commodores of the Red Dog Army immediately rushed out of the headquarters building.
At the same time, officers below the rank of commodore and 1,200 accompanying soldiers marched in unison toward the port, swiftly boarding the four warships docked at the shore.
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