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Chapter 170 Seven Warlords of the Sea, Your Nightmare Has Arrived

Since Roger's death ushered in the Great Pirate Era, pirates have grown increasingly powerful. In order to combat the rampant pirates and the Emperors of the Sea, the World Government established the Seven Warlords of the Sea system.

However, this system is not a good thing for the navy. It not only demonstrates the navy's incompetence, but also serves as a means for the world government to control the navy.

However, as time went on, the tense relationship between the Seven Warlords of the Sea and the Navy also changed, and even began to involve exchanges of interests.

Just as Loa wanted Ace to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, many Vice Admirals also had vested interests among the Seven Warlords.

Inside the meeting room, the lieutenant generals frowned deeply.

The proposal to increase the number of personnel is absolutely not feasible; any changes to the Seven Warlords of the Sea system would require the approval of the World Government.

As for removing one of them, it would be better to just give up Fire Fist.

Onigumo said coldly, "The Seven Warlords of the Sea are legal pirates recognized by the World Government. Without special reasons, our Navy cannot take action against the Seven Warlords of the Sea, and we cannot break our agreement with them because of a single Fire Fist!"

"That makes sense."

Loya's gaze turned cold as he gave Onigumo a deep look.

He knew all this, of course. To get rid of a Shichibukai, it wasn't enough to just kill him; first, he had to find evidence of his crimes.

Moreover, the so-called evidence of a crime must be persecution of a member state; crimes committed by the Seven Warlords in non-member states are permitted.

"However, what you're saying is based on the premise that they are clean enough, that they were all evil pirates in the past, and that their nature will not change!"

Loya looked at Sengoku.

"Marshal Sengoku, in order to prevent bloodthirsty traitors from being among the Seven Warlords of the Sea, I propose to establish an inspection force to conduct covert investigations of the Seven Warlords of the Sea."

"Furthermore, I propose appointing Portgas D. Ace as a candidate for Shichibukai, suspending the pursuit of Portgas D. Ace will fill any vacancy in the Shichibukai position!"

He had already thought of these two suggestions before he came.

This is Naval Headquarters; joking around won't work. To achieve our goal, we need to come up with a reasonable plan.

"Inspection team."

The Warring States period looked thoughtful, quite intrigued.

Loya's proposal suited his taste perfectly. It could not only keep Ace in check, but also give the Seven Warlords of the Sea a warning and make them behave themselves.

If the Seven Warlords of the Sea really have problems.

This is a perfect example to make an example of someone!

Sengoku remembered Vergo.

Some of the Seven Warlords of the Sea have stretched their claws too far; it's time to cut off a few of their hands and let them know who's in charge!

Sengoku looked around and asked in a deep voice, "What are your thoughts on Major General Loya's proposal?"

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The lieutenant generals considered the feasibility, and many nodded in agreement.

Very good indeed.

However, this can only be considered a delaying tactic; the fundamental problem remains unresolved.

Onigumo said coldly, "Fleet Admiral Sengoku, how long will the investigation into the Seven Warlords of the Sea last? If it takes too long and causes conflict, how will we explain it to the World Government!"

Inspections are acceptable, but they cannot last too long.

The Seven Warlords of the Sea belong to the World Government and are not subordinate to the Navy. Conducting unauthorized investigations into the Seven Warlords of the Sea constitutes an overreach of authority.

If this leads to a conflict, the navy will also bear responsibility.

"For one year!"

The Warring States period established a fixed timeframe.

a year.

It's not long, it's not long, it's not short.

Even if it's just for show, it's enough to intimidate the Seven Warlords of the Sea and let them know that their positions aren't so secure.

As for Fire Fist, it all depends on luck.

The next question is, who will lead the inspection team?

The lieutenant generals instinctively looked towards the Heavenly Government.

Vice Admiral Tenma, nicknamed "Dark Horse," is the Director of the Naval Criminal Investigation Bureau, and he is basically in charge of the Navy's investigation work.

Tensei's expression was not good. Inspecting the Seven Warlords of the Sea was no easy task. Not only was it easy to offend people, but it was also time-consuming and laborious. Those old foxes were not so easy to deal with.

Moreover, the Seven Warlords of the Sea are located in all over the world, and it would be impossible to investigate them all in just one year.

But with so many people watching, it wouldn't be right not to make a statement.

Tianzheng pondered for a moment, then looked up at Loya: "This proposal was put forward by Major General Loya, so why not hand over the investigation work to Major General Loya?"

"Leave it to him?"

The lieutenant generals looked at Loya with some hesitation.

Is it too casual to entrust such an important task to a major general? Is he capable of completing it properly?

Loya was also somewhat surprised. Looking at Lieutenant General Tianzheng's calm expression, he couldn't help but curse the old fox in his heart.

He doesn't have that much energy to run around everywhere!

Take Alabasta, where Crocodile is located, for example. It would take more than a month to sail a warship there from headquarters, and searching for evidence would be even more time-consuming and labor-intensive.

If a year passes and he still can't produce any useful evidence, many people will probably take the opportunity to cause trouble for him.

Of course, it's not without its advantages.

If he can find evidence to send one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea to Impel Down, then his rank of Vice Admiral and his position as the commander of the G-5 branch will be secure.

There are both benefits and risks.

Besides, if this matter were left to someone else, they probably wouldn't be able to find anything wrong. Those Seven Warlords of the Sea are all incredibly shrewd; they wouldn't easily slip up.

No one else had his foresight!

If one of them isn't brought down, Ace's situation will be extremely awkward, and he might even be back to being hunted by the Navy.

He can't let that happen.

Damn it, I'll drink it!

Loya suddenly stood up.

"Marshal Sengoku, I am ready to undertake this arduous task!"

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The Warring States period was marked by a furrowed brow.

Loya is very strong, even surpassing many lieutenant generals, and is capable of carrying out this mission, but collecting evidence requires more experience.

Luo Yatai looks younger.

"Pfft hahaha."

Garp laughed out loud. He was never interested in meetings, but when it came to his grandson Ace's future, he had to take it seriously.

"Let Loya go, Sengoku."

It doesn't matter that Loya is young; all he knows is that Loya truly cares about Ace, and that's enough.

"Cap."

Sengoku glanced at Garp.

"Alright, Major General Loya will be in charge of this inspection!"

The meeting ended quickly.

Loya left the conference room in high spirits, feeling an urge to take out a Den Den Mushi and contact each of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Shichibukai, your nightmare has appeared!

"Let's go find Professor Zephyr."

Besides attending the meeting, I have another extremely important matter to discuss with the Navy Headquarters.

Practice!

He had made a promise with Master Zefa that he would spend two months each year practicing with Master Zefa, and now there are only two months left until the end of the year.

He didn't plan to leave before the end of the year.

After walking a few steps, Loya stopped; he didn't know the way.

Where is Professor Zephyr?

"Tina, lead the way."