Pirate: I was just slacking off, do you really think I'm bad?

Three years have passed since the O'Hara incident.

Over the past three years, the global situation has appeared relatively stable, with few major events occurring.

But all the ambitious ones noticed the raging undercurrents surging beneath the surface.

Since Ohara was razed to the ground by the Buster Call, the enthusiasm for going to sea was dampened for a long time.

But now it seems to have resurfaced.

The Air Marshal is increasingly ignoring naval affairs; in fact, he has already handed over all naval licensing authority to Sengoku.

The entire navy, from top to bottom, had assumed this fact. The title of Admiral Sengoku was gradually being replaced by that of the strategist. In the past three years, Raleigh hadn't had much to do, so he could slack off to his heart's content.

However, he seems to have hit a bottleneck, feeling that his strength has reached its limit, and he hasn't drawn any skills or items that can help him advance further in a long time.

The biggest changes are to Enel and Barrett.

The younger Enel has been fighting alongside Barrett in the most dangerous places for the past three years.

It has now earned the title of Thunder Dragon.

Raleigh and Gion's relationship is getting better and better, and Gion even asked Raleigh if he prefers boys or girls!

But Raleigh was somewhat evasive that time; he wasn't sure whether he should leave behind descendants. Fighting the Celestial Dragons was no easy task. In the past three years, as Cleveland trained more and more naval soldiers, Raleigh naturally acquired a lot of information he didn't know before.

For example, before the Rocks Pirates, there were several pirate crews or underground forces that dominated an era.

But unsurprisingly, they all disappeared into the dust of history, and few people even remember their names.

I only vaguely remember that such a force existed.

It is said that there was once a dominant pirate crew that collected three top-tier Logia-type Devil Fruits, namely the Magma-Magma Fruit, Ice-Ice Fruit, and Glint-Glint Fruit of Sakazuki's crew. They were known as the Calamity Pirates, and the islands they passed through were all destroyed as if by a natural disaster.

Raleigh naturally believed this as well.

After all, these three Logia-type Devil Fruits are among the world's top fruits, and only the strongest among the strongest can possess them.

Take the Rocks Pirates for example: Rocks has the Dark-Dark Fruit, Whitebeard has the Tremor-Tremor Fruit, Shiki has the Float-Float Fruit, Big Mom has the Soul-Soul Fruit, and Kaido has the Fish-Fish Fruit, Mythical Zoan type, Azure Dragon form.

Each of them is a top-tier Devil Fruit in the world, so it's not surprising to Raleigh that the pirate crew possessed three top-tier Logia-type Devil Fruits.

However, such a powerful force was like a wolf versus a tiger in front of the World Government. Although both are carnivores, the tiger can easily kill the wolf. Even the mysterious Uranus in the hands of the World Government did not have to make a move. The Catastrophe Pirates were wiped out by the World Government and the Navy.

My own people have already entered CP9. I'm very lucky; they're in the same batch as Lucci.

After making discreet inquiries, it was discovered that there are at least six instructors of the rank of lieutenant general within the CP9 organization.

As for the CPO, who is known as the Celestial Dragons' shield, there is currently no way to infiltrate them. However, Raleigh boldly guessed that there should be at least two Admirals among them.

There are many more powerful individuals in the Navy, but the people in the Navy are not of one mind.

After the Ohara incident, Kuzan became estranged from Raleigh, Sakazuki, and others, and they could no longer communicate effectively. In particular, Raleigh ordered Saul's body to be hung in the central square of Ohara, which made Kuzan want to kill Raleigh.

As a result, Raleigh beat up Kuzan, and then both of them were punished by Sengoku.

However, Sengoku, being a hawk, showed no sympathy and ordered reporters to take pictures of the scene for publicity purposes.

In the photo, on the completely razed island of Ohara, a giant man is seen hanging with his hands tied together.

His leg was slashed open by Raleigh, and blood was flowing continuously. Meanwhile, other people were constantly tending to the wound to prevent it from healing.

After suffering this blow, Kuzan lost his spirit and his burning sense of justice turned into a lazy one.

However, it's similar to the original work.

However, in the original story, he silently cared about Robin's fate, and Robin was subtly lured to the North Blue by the people Raleigh sent out.

It was sent to Monkey D. Dragon in the far north.

Robin needs comfort, and there aren't many people who can understand ancient writing anymore.

Like Kozuki Oden, the Mink Tribe are a bunch of fools, so Raleigh has no intention of contacting them.

His power is already considerable.

After three years of effort, one-third of the core supporters at the grassroots level of the Sihai branch have been replaced.

Although Sengoku also suspected that the deaths were man-made, he sent Raleigh and Borsalino to investigate several times, but each time the evidence was conclusive that the victims were killed by pirates, so Sengoku didn't pay much attention to it.

Bulu Bulu Bulu Bulu

The ringing of the Den Den Mushi interrupted Raleigh's reverie. He reached into his pocket and pulled out the Den Den Mushi.

His eyebrows involuntarily twitched upwards.

The caller was none other than the current Navy Commander-in-Chief, Steelbone Sky.

Reporting to the Master, I am Christine Raleigh, please give instructions.

Although he knew Kong couldn't see him, Raleigh still chose to stand and answer the phone.

Who knows if he still has any spies he can send over on his ship.

Raleigh spotted two of them at the beginning, but he chose not to touch them and pretended they didn't exist. After all, a vice admiral leading several thousand elite naval soldiers sailing on the Grand Line would frighten anyone, no matter who was the fleet admiral.

Therefore, eyeliner is essential.

The elite generals who were on Raleigh's ship have been gradually transferred to other posts as arranged by Sengoku.

Enel and Bullet are a prime example. After three years of frantically improving their strength and killing pirates, they actually rose to the rank of Rear Admiral.

Enel was vaguely more popular than Barrett, and he received more and more items.

It makes sense when you think about it. Enel was brought into the Navy by Raleigh when he was young, so he was a true-blue Navy soldier.

Barrett naturally got promoted faster because he had spent a long time on Roger's ship, so he had almost no chance of promotion at the beginning.

Later, after Raleigh used his position to dispel the prejudice against Barrett, Barrett was released in just two years.

"Rayle, naval intelligence has detected information on Lone Red Baron Redfield; he's currently on an island near you."

"Find the nautical chart now, calculate the distance to Lipoli Island, and tell me how long it will take to get here."

After hearing Kong's order, Raleigh waved his hand, and Miles took the nautical chart from the office to the deck to report to the Master. It would take about a day and a half.

After marking the distance on the chart, Raleigh mentally estimated the time and reported it to Kong.

"Okay, I'll give you a day and a half to get here. We need to deal with the Lone Red."

Kong said domineeringly, then decisively hung up the phone.

Raleigh stroked his chin and laughed.

This must have been the dignity that Kong prepared for himself before leaving.

Having dedicated half his life to the Navy, even after leaving the Navy, he wanted to accomplish something significant before leaving the shipyard. After analysis and judgment by Sengoku, they determined that Barrolick Redfield was the most suitable candidate.

Lord Baron Redfield was born with the ability to hear what others were thinking, but he disliked going to crowded places because of this talent.

This guy is a lone wolf, and given his reputation, he desperately needs to save face.

Kong Cai didn't believe in working alone; he called over everyone he could.

Sengoku arrived, Kuzan arrived, Gion and Kakei also arrived.

Apart from Borsalino, who was guarding the mechanical island, and Sakazuki, who had already invaded the New World, both abandoned the event because of the distance.

This is a deserted island, almost uninhabited by humans.

The highest point on the deserted island was Barolorick Redfield's residence. Two days later, Raleigh finally met up with Kong and the others. "Reporting to the Marshal, due to a storm encountered during the journey, we have been delayed."

Raleigh said apologetically.

Kong nodded but didn't say anything.

Raleigh returned to the group and unconsciously walked to Gion's side.

With a wave of his hand, a flawless, white hand, as white as a scallion, reached out.

Raleigh, seemingly oblivious to everyone else, touched Gion's small hand and sighed.

"Gion, you've been practicing a lot lately. I can feel the calluses on your hands."

"Why are you suddenly working so hard?"

Gion is long past the stage where she would blush if someone touched her hand. Now she can listen to Sora speak with a blank expression while answering Raleigh in a low voice.

"Sorry, Mr. Lori."

"The gap between us is widening, so I hope to catch up with you as soon as possible."

Raleigh didn't feel anything at first, but he still held Gion's hand very tightly.

Jiaji, who was standing to the side, saw this but dared not speak out against it.

Raleigh didn't just touch his hand; he also looked up and surveyed his surroundings.

Kuzan and the other people from the Warring States period were people he already knew, but the only one who made him uncomfortable was a familiar figure.

He never expected that Kong would lift his ban and bring him here.

Cough—cough cough.

After clearing his throat, he said:

"Gentlemen, as you all know, I've retired, but before I leave the Navy, I want to help them get rid of the Red Earl."

"He's been my old rival for a long time, and I've never really had a chance to catch him."

Sora's words were very eloquent, but Raleigh saw through the three deeper meanings hidden in the matter at a glance.

First, Kong planned to give the Red Earl as a congratulatory gift for his retirement from the position of Marine Commander.

Secondly, he intends to further enhance the prestige of the Warring States period.

Third, he needed an opportunity to release his disciple from Marineford.

Raleigh understood why Sora and Sengoku had sent him all the way from afar.

The reason lies with Garp.

If Sengoku comes to power, he will definitely give Garp a big job, since Garp has a very close relationship with him.

However, the trial three years ago made Sengoku unwilling to offend Vice Admiral Raleigh, who had great potential.

So they called for Raleigh to come, to give Raleigh a share of the credit.

After all, only when everyone benefits can the navy continue to develop and continue fighting against seashell pirates under Sengoku's leadership.

Raleigh actually dislikes Garp, but it wouldn't be appropriate to say it in this situation.

Two military commanders vouched for one person, allowing him to atone for his crimes through meritorious service, and even let Raleigh reap the military credits. If someone still harbors any vengeful thoughts in such a situation, they are simply a pig-brain.

After Sora finished speaking, both he and Sengoku glanced at Raleigh.

Raleigh smiled slightly, pretending not to notice, and resolutely said:

Air Marshal, Raleigh is willing to test Barrorick Redfield's abilities first.

Upon hearing this, Sengoku hurriedly said!

"Raleigh, don't rush."

'Barolok Redfield is no ordinary opponent; let Karp tackle this tough nut first.'

"We'll just stand by and watch."

After saying that, he didn't forget to give Garp a wink.

Garp turned his head and said in a muffled voice:

Barolorik Redfield is a great swordsman; I've fought him before, so I have more experience. I'll go first.

Both Kong Yuanshi and Sengoku breathed a sigh of relief.

They didn't want things to get too tense among the naval high command. It seemed that Raleigh was willing to give Garp a chance, and Garp wasn't planning to cause any trouble here.

This is what both of them hoped for.

Soon, the group landed on the island where Barolok Redfield was located.

Barolorik Redfield, who was having breakfast on the mountain, paused for a moment.

His Observation Haki allows him to read people's thoughts, whether good or bad. When the navy set foot on the island's shore, he had already been detected by Baron Redfield's Observation Haki.

However, Barolorik Redfield's expression turned grim.

He could clearly sense several powerful auras that were in no way inferior to his own.

He was very familiar with three of the auras.

He squinted, seemingly transcending the limitations of space, and appeared above the navy, gazing down at them. "Looks like we've been discovered."

With no combat missions assigned, Raleigh started to slack off, walking behind the group while holding Gion's small hand.

Sengoku, who was standing to the side, took the initiative to explain:

Barolok Redfield was no ordinary strongman; he was born with incredibly powerful Observation Haki, allowing him to read minds.

Therefore, during battles, he could always anticipate his opponent's attacks, and solely through his terrifying physical prowess and dazzling swordsmanship, he became as renowned as Whitebeard and Golden Lion.

I think he already knew from the moment we landed on the island, but it doesn't matter.

Kong Yuanshi, I, and Garp have all fought against him before, so we are familiar with his moves.

Kong raised his head and looked at the small house on the mountaintop, saying;

Nothing happened,

All day long, Clyde Van der Werner was on the field. Let alone Barrolick Redfield not running away, even if he intended to run away, no one could escape with the pursuit of four generals.

Although Raleigh's rank had not yet reached that of general, everyone present believed that he was already the next general-in-command.

""attack!"

The Warring States period issued an order!