One Piece: Starting from Awakening the Cosmo at Marineford

Becoming Garp's disciple is definitely a good deal.

Garp was willing to venture into Beehive Island for Coby's sake and even stake his own future on the Navy.

Unfortunately, after being rescued, Coby didn't think about rescuing Garp.

His first thought was to stop Luffy from achieving his dream.

The master is a good master, but the apprentice is disgusting.

Aaron believed that if he were in mortal danger, Karp would come to his rescue just the same way.

Of course, Aaron felt that if Garp were in danger while saving him, he wouldn't be ungrateful and would definitely rescue Garp.

As for dealing with Luffy later, that's a matter of stance.

Soldiers and thieves cannot coexist; how can we let private interests interfere with public duty?

Even if I am expelled from the sect in the future, that will be something to do after I repay my debt of gratitude.

The other five walked to the edge of the training field, but Aaron remained standing still. Lark kept turning back, then was pulled away by Peacock.

Aaron said, "Mr. Garp, let me make this clear beforehand: I will not go easy on Straw Hat Luffy just because you have become my master."

Karp paused for a moment, then burst into laughter: "This is the fate he chose. A man should be responsible for his choices. He'll bear the consequences himself. If you ever run into him again, give him a good beating! Don't hold back!"

Aaron said, "Don't worry, I will. However, I promise you, I can let him go this time as a way of repaying you."

Garp said sternly, "Naval Headquarters Lieutenant Commander Nell Aaron, listen to my command!"

Aaron's expression changed slightly, and he saluted Garp: "Marine Headquarters Lieutenant Commander Neil Aaron salutes Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral Garp!"

Garp said, "Remember your mission as a Marine! Protect civilians and capture pirates!"

"yes!"

"Disband!"

Aaron saluted again, turned around, and strode to the edge of the training field without looking back.

"Old man, you said it yourself. Don't just talk the talk, or your fists will come crashing down on you!"

The next morning, Aaron went to the open space in front of the training ground.

Hibari and the others have donned their naval uniforms, while Gross and Peacock have donned cloaks of justice.

After reading it, Garp nodded in satisfaction.

"From now on, the six of you will be divided into pairs. Of course, this isn't for mutual supervision, but for mutual assistance."

"One hand cannot clap, and one tree cannot support a forest. If you two work together, you can look out for each other. Even if one of you gets into trouble, the other can notify us old folks to come to the rescue."

Garp coughed. "Grus and Peacock, you two will be in a pair. Coby and Helmeppo, you two will be in a pair."

Before Garp could announce that the remaining two would pair up, Hibari was already cheering with joy. Then he realized that he had been a little too excited, chuckled twice, and lowered his head to gloat.

Garp chuckled: "Grus, Peacock, you two go to Pier XX. A small warship is waiting for you there. Once you board, you'll find photos and bounty posters for all the Impel Down escapees. You must memorize their faces as soon as possible. You'll head to Navy Branch G14, using it as a base, and periodically raid nearby islands to capture escapees!"

"Yes, Lieutenant General Garp!"

Garp continued, "Koby, Helmeppo, you two go to Pier XX. There's a small warship there, and photos of all the fugitives are there. Go to the Navy's G5 branch and use it as your base. From there, periodically go to nearby islands to apprehend the fugitives."

"Yes, Lieutenant General Garp!"

Garp said, "What are you all standing there for? Hurry up and go!"

Gross, Peacock, Coby, and Bellmare gave a salute and turned to leave.

Hibari asked, "Grandpa Garp, what about me?"

Karp said, "You, just wait a few days with Aaron. The place you need to go is the G1 branch, which used to be Marineford."

Aaron said, "This doesn't make sense, does it? Why can they go to the New World while I can only stay in the first half? The pirates there are obviously much weaker, and besides, I'm stronger than all of them, right?"

Garp said with a stern face, "What? A mission is a mission. Do you have a choice?"

Aaron was speechless, but then seemed to understand something and looked at Lark.

The lark shrank back slightly: "Hehe..."

Aaron sighed, "Alright, G1 it is. I'll make it clear beforehand that I'm just using it as a supply depot; I can't stay there indefinitely. I'll venture into the New World when necessary."

Karp said, "That's none of my business. Do whatever you want. Also, remember this: memorize those fugitives' photos as soon as possible. If you pass by a fugitive and fail to recognize him, you'll be guilty of dereliction of duty!"

Aaron picked at his ear and said lazily, "Okay."

Karp said, "Lark, you also have things to learn in these three days. This is a very rare opportunity."

The lark looked a little confused: "Study what? I haven't heard of that!"

"Since you use guns, of course you should learn marksmanship, right?"

Hibari puffed out her cheeks, her little mouth agape, and asked, "Who could be the expert gunner from Marine Headquarters?"

"Ah~~" A long yawn sounded, the voice even more languid: "Am I not late?"

Hibari's eyes widened: "Uncle Borsalino...Admiral!"

Kizaru nodded at Aaron: "Yo, Aaron, the future of the Navy!"

Aaron asked, "General Borsalino, are you here to teach the Lark Spear Technique?"

Kizaru sighed, "I really didn't want to come. Bringing kids is such a hassle. But unfortunately, I couldn't refuse him."

Aaron grinned and said, "Admiral Borsalino's Glint-Glint Fruit allows him to hit anything, no matter how far away or how small. When it comes to marksmanship, I doubt anyone in the entire Navy is better than you."

Kizaru's face crinkled with wrinkles: "Heh, although you're praising me, I always feel like you're implying something, subtly insulting me."

No, absolutely not.

Aaron's sarcastic remarks were a dig at Kizaru, who was clearly capable of breaking the key from Luffy's hand during the Marineford War.

He also frequently holds back his ejaculation, which is truly speechless.

Kizaru didn't argue with Aaron, and instead said to Hibari, "Come with me."

"OK!"

Hibari followed Kizaru and left the training ground.

Just as Aaron was about to ask, Bogart appeared.

Even when they were still more than ten meters apart, he raised his right hand and threw a knife over.

Aaron raised his hand, grabbed the scabbard, and after drawing the sword, he examined it. The blade gleamed coldly, and the patterns were quite exquisite.

Aaron asked, "Master Bogart, what's the origin of this knife? What's its significance?"

Bogart still had a long face: "Nothing special, it was made by a swordsmith in the navy. In terms of grade, it should be roughly equivalent to a fine sword of the Fifty Craftsmen."

Aaron clicked his tongue, somewhat disappointed: "Fifty pieces of fine knife? Just an approximation? Master, your sincerity in accepting me as a disciple is a bit lacking."

Bogart rolled his eyes, then realized that his hat brim was pulled down too low and Aaron couldn't see him, so the eye roll was pointless.