One Piece: Starting with Creating the Strongest Character Design

In the Marshal's office, Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru were watching the projection shown by the Den Den Mushi.

Kitahara Tsune's kind smile was projected onto the screen.

Both Vice Admiral Tsuru and Garp were all smiles, happy that Zephyr had found a disciple who could inherit his mantle.

Only the Warring States period had a dark expression.

This kid is provoking him through a Den Den Mushi!

That damned CP department!

"Hmph." Sengoku snorted coldly, but deep down he was still happy that Zefa had found such a disciple.

Besides him, the admiral, in a few years, those candidates for admiral will also be able to take up their posts and become official admirals.

And outstanding new blood like Kitahara Tsune began to appear in the Navy one after another.

It's truly a thriving scene.

A few days later, Zephyr declared Kitahara Tsuneo as his successor.

This news caused an uproar.

Many naval personnel who had received guidance from Zephyr asked, "Who is Kitahara Tsune?"

Of course, it's not their fault.

After all, Kitahara Tsuneo was a CP department agent on loan, and even the report was just a brief briefing to Sengoku before he went directly to the Sabaody Archipelago.

I've never spent a single moment at the Naval Headquarters.

Apart from some naval personnel at the port who knew some of Kitahara Tsune's situation that day.

In other words, the navy in the Sabaody Archipelago knew what kind of person Kitahara Tsuneo was.

The navy in the Borealis are expected to remain stationed there until Fisher Tiger is captured.

As news spread that Kitahara Tsune had become Zephyr's disciple.

Along with this, strong doubts arose about Kitahara Tsune's abilities.

Although the navy had no doubt about Admiral Zephyr's vision and ability.

But this wave of skepticism seems to have come from nowhere.

Even some lieutenant generals who had completely trusted Zephyr began to waver.

Some of the radicals even went to the office of the Warring States Marshal and caused a minor disturbance.

Hina hurried into the training room.

Seeing Kitahara Tsune still calmly cultivating, a hint of worry flashed across her usually aloof face.

"Commodore Kitahara," Hina called out.

"Oh, it's Hina. What's wrong?" Kitahara Tsune stopped what he was doing and looked at Hina.

Hina hesitated for a moment before saying, "I don't know if you've heard recently, but there seem to be some rumors about you at headquarters."

A knowing glint flashed in Kitahara Tsune's eyes as he said, "I have indeed learned some about it."

"However, there is no need to pay attention to these rumors. I believe that Marshal Sengoku and General Zephyr will handle it well."

A hint of helplessness flashed in Hina's eyes.

As Kitahara Tsuneo's superior, she naturally knew just how terrifying this brigadier general's strength was.

This young brigadier general may not be as strong as a top lieutenant general like Garp, but ordinary lieutenant generals are no match for him.

However, those naval soldiers were unaware of this.

All they knew was that a young brigadier general had suddenly appeared and become General Zephyr's disciple.

There wasn't even a whisper of it.

"Where are the Smokers?"

Seeing that Hina had come alone, Kitahara Tsune asked with some confusion.

"Hina came here to tell you this," Hina said. "Major Smoker has been put in solitary confinement."

Kitahara Tsune looked surprised and asked, "What's wrong? Did he disobey orders again?"

"He beat up all those marines who questioned your abilities."

Hina sighed and said, "Hina thinks it's better to end these questions sooner rather than later."

Kitahara Tsune smiled wryly and said, "Alright, I'll take care of it as soon as possible."

Marshal's office.

Sengoku sat behind the desk in the marshal's office, his expression calm but with a hint of impatience, while Zehou sat in front of the desk with a headache, looking at Sengoku.

"Warring States Period, aren't you going to address those recent criticisms?"

"My Den Den Mushi (transmitter snail) is too tired to make any more calls lately."

As he spoke, Zephyr took out the exhausted Den Den Mushi from his waist.

Originally, this little Den Den Mushi lived a fairly leisurely life, sometimes not answering a call for several days.

Now, just imitating some people's appearances and expressions is exhausting for it.

Just then, there was a knock on the door of the marshal's office.

"Come in."

Sengoku frowned. He didn't want it to be those people asking who Kitahara Tsune was anymore; he had explained it far too many times these past few days.

Kitahara Tsune's identity is somewhat sensitive, so showing the information to Garp, Zephyr, and others is enough, since they are also core figures in the Navy.

But others might not be able to accept it: a CP agent becomes the disciple who inherits the mantle of General Zephyr.

As the door opened, Sengoku breathed a sigh of relief.

The person who opened the door was none other than Kitahara Tsuneo.

"Master, what are you doing here?"

Upon seeing Zephyr, Kitahara Tsune was taken aback for a moment before speaking.

"I'm really worried about you."

A knowing glint flashed in Kitahara Tsune's eyes: "I've heard about this recently as well."

Before Kitahara Tsune could continue speaking, Zephyr interrupted him.

"You don't need to worry about this. Just focus on your training. Once you become a Marine Admiral, no one will question you."

"Well..."

Kitahara Tsune cleared his throat twice and said, "I don't really care about these questions."

"However, one of my majors has indeed been placed in solitary confinement because of this matter."

"This is his teacher, you might even know him, his name is Smoker."

"That kid really needs to tone down his temper..."

Zephyr clearly has a profound influence on Smoker, so there's no need to know who Kitahara Tsune is.

"Then, Kitahara Tsuneo, what do you suggest we do?"

Sengoku looked at Kitahara Tsuneo and asked.

Without the slightest hesitation, Kitahara Tsuneo said.

"Let's broadcast the video of my battle with Admiral Zeff. That way, all doubts will disappear."

"No!"

The Warring States period ended in an instant.

Why?

Kitahara Tsune asked.

"Aren't you worried that if these images get out, the pirates at sea will target you!" Sengoku said.

Upon hearing this, Kitahara Tsune laughed.

"It's always the Navy that puts bounties on pirates; pirates never actively seek out the Navy!"

"Marshal of the Warring States Period, have you been frightened by the recent legends of the Sea Emperors?"

Kitahara Tsune looked at Sengoku and said in a teasing tone.

"What are you saying, brat?"

Hearing Kitahara Tsune tease him like that, Sengoku was instantly amused and annoyed.

But upon closer reflection, it's true. As a member of the Navy and an embodiment of justice, how could I possibly fear the possibility of being hunted by mere pirates?

"If you insist on doing it this way, I have no problem with it."

Having considered this, Sengoku straightened his expression again: "Have you thought about the consequences?"

"That's for sure," Kitahara Tsuneo declared confidently. "Since there are Supernovas among pirates every year, why shouldn't I become a Supernova for the Navy?"

"Good, well said!"

Hearing Kitahara Tsune's bold words, Zefa laughed heartily.

"This is how my apprentice should be!"

Seeing that Sengoku and Zephyr had both agreed to his plan, Kitahara Tsuneo did not linger any longer and returned to his training ground.

Plans are in place!

All of this began to be planned from the moment he saw the video of the Den Den Mushi on the training field that day.

These days, he has been secretly fueling the doubts about his abilities.

His goal was to make Sengoku publicly acknowledge his battle with Zephyr.

To let more people see and hear his story.

In this way, his name will spread throughout the entire Navy Headquarters.