Starting as a pirate, he rose to become the strongest Shinigami in Soul Society.

Chapter 100 Bane: I am about to enjoy the protagonist treatment of the Marineford War on the execution platform.

Inside a pub called "Naval Club" in the Naval Headquarters residential area.

At this moment, Zoro, Issho, and others were drinking with Smoker and Tina. Many Marines had also gathered in the tavern. It was said that this tavern was opened by a Marine vice admiral who had retired due to injury, so it was very popular with the Marines.

Yixiao and Tina were clinking glasses when Bane walked in from outside.

"Finally found you guys. Marineford is really big." Bane greeted them with a smile and then sat down between Yi Xiao and Zoro.

"How did the talks go?" Zoro asked casually.

"They've managed to make me a key figure in this war, giving me the treatment of a protagonist," Bane smacked his lips.

"Hmm? What do you mean?" Yixiao asked, somewhat curiously, "Are you being assigned some kind of secret mission?"

"No, not at all. This time, the Navy will make me a key figure in their propaganda campaign, spreading the word across the sea. I will stand on the execution platform with Fleet Admiral Sengoku to oversee the execution of Marshall D. Teach," Bane said with a chuckle.

From a certain perspective, this is indeed a great opportunity to show off, after all, not just anyone can stand with the Admiral in such a world-renowned public setting.

In particular, he will be a key figure in the Navy's propaganda campaign.

"I see." Yi Xiao immediately grasped the essence of the matter and said, "Using you to force the Whitebeard Pirates to come to Marine Headquarters for a final battle, what a brilliant move."

Initially, everyone was a little confused as to why Bane was given such a role, but now, after a laugh and some explanation, they all realized what was going on.

"The Whitebeard Pirates really brought this on themselves. They chased you all over the world back then, making a huge fuss about it and making it known to everyone. Now that you've made a public appearance at Marine Headquarters, they have no choice but to come," Zoro remarked.

"And what about us? How are we arranged?" Nami asked curiously.

"I didn't assign you and Dr. Genus. I told them you two aren't combatants, so maybe we'll find you a 'spectator seat'," Bane joked, then looked at Issho and the others. "As for you, you'll be part of an execution platform guard team with Mr. Garp and Chief Strategist A-Tsuru. Simply put, you'll all be stationed below the execution platform. If the Whitebeard Pirates can't break through the enemy lines, there shouldn't be much need for you to do anything."

Fubuki didn't care. Her main purpose this time was to see firsthand what level the world's top experts were at and broaden her horizons.

Weber is the same. Judging from the current situation, among all the combatants under Bane's command, he, the great warrior of Shandia, is actually the weakest. At the same time, he has always been on the Sky Island and has no broad vision. He has come here to broaden his horizons.

Issho and Zoro, however, were somewhat disappointed. Issho touched his Gambler's Blade and said, "Actually, I'd rather join the front lines and have a good match with the Whitebeard Pirates' experts."

"I also want to see how much of a gap there is between me and those top-tier pirates," Zoro said, taking a sip of his drink.

"There will be many more opportunities in the future. Regardless of the outcome of this war, the world will be thrown into turmoil because of it. If the Whitebeard Pirates win, he will become the true uncrowned king. The strongmen of the New World will also see the weakness of the Navy. Then, like wolves, they will pounce on the Navy and the world's government, and leave the New World," Bane said with emotion.

"Whitebeard can't win!" Smoker exhaled a puff of smoke and said with absolute certainty.

"I think so too." Bane laughed and then said, "If the Whitebeard Pirates fall at Marine Headquarters, the strongest pirate crew that has suppressed many powerful figures in the New World for over twenty years will become history. Without Whitebeard's suppression, a new round of power struggles will begin, and at that time, there will be plenty of opportunities to compete with those top sea warriors."

After discussing the impact of the war, Bane spoke up again, saying, "Just now, Fleet Admiral Sengoku invited us to join the navy."

"Oh?" He smiled, his interest piqued, and asked, "What did you mean?"

Before speaking, Bane glanced at Smoker and Tina. This time, Smoker didn't freeze in surprise and reacted by saying, "It doesn't matter. Whatever choice you make is none of my business, and I won't tattle on you."

"Hahahaha." Bane laughed and then said, "Fleet Admiral Sengoku's idea is to let us start as captains in the Navy Headquarters. If we agree, he can create a file for me now and officially join the Navy. After participating in this war, my merits and seniority will be recorded. It is very likely that after the war ends, we can be promoted to commodore."

Upon hearing this, Tina complained, "Damn it, you guys are really lucky. Smoker and I have been in the Navy for so many years and we're only captains."

The two naval captains felt that the terms were already very favorable, but it was clear that Bane and the others did not think so.

Especially when he smiled, he frowned slightly and asked, "Just a colonel from headquarters?"

You and Garp were acting like sworn brothers just now, so why are you so unhelpful when it comes to serious matters?

If it were just a colonel or something, Yixiao wouldn't be satisfied, after all, his strength speaks for itself.

"Yeah, I also felt it wasn't appropriate, so I subtly indicated my refusal," Bane shrugged.

"Huh?" Smoker paused, then said, "You refused? You're not planning to join the Navy anymore?"

"We still need to join the Navy, but we'll have to wait a bit longer. It won't be long, about six months to a year," Bane said after a moment's thought.

Smoker was even more puzzled by this and asked, somewhat confused, "What's the point? If you do it six months early, you can accumulate merits during this war. If you wait another six months, you might not have such a good opportunity anymore. Do you think the Fleet Admiral Sengoku will appoint you as a lieutenant general after a while?"

"Hahahaha." Bane laughed heartily before saying, "That's hard to say. Maybe they'll assign us a great general?"

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

"I think you're just dreaming," Smoker retorted.

What is the status and power of a Navy Admiral? To give a simple example, a Navy Admiral has the power to issue Buster Calls. They can designate a country as a target to be completely wiped out without any consultation. With a single order, millions of heads can roll. How could someone with such power and status be casually parachuted in by someone who has never joined the Navy?

Smoker, for one, thought it was impossible, a pipe dream. At most, he thought that Bane might start cultivating relationships within the Navy and building his own network during this period.

After all, back in the East Blue when he accepted Bane's 200 million Berries, he had already sensed that this guy was a very shrewd and calculating person. So Smoker guessed that Bane wanted to postpone joining the Navy for six months to a year because he felt confident that he could build a network of connections that would be more effective than participating in this war.

Smoker didn't know Bane, but after they opened up to each other, Yixiao and his friends did.

Especially since Zoro vouched for him, Bane has a certain "precognitive" ability. He knows the direction and development of some major events and is very good at profiting from them.

After a brief moment of silence and thought, Yixiao looked at Bane and asked, "Are you confident?"

"I'm very confident, and I'm absolutely confident that I can meet your expectations, brother." Bane nodded without hesitation.

"Alright, then let's wait a bit longer!" Seeing this, Yixiao immediately chose to follow Bane's arrangement.

Smoker noticed their secretive behavior but didn't ask any further questions. After finishing his drink, he said, "Let's go. Professor Zeffa has been waiting for you these past few days. He's been very busy, so let's go and pay him a visit."

Upon hearing this, Bane stood up and said, "Alright, Doctor, you'll come with me."

Dr. Genus, who was clearly already aware of Bane's arrangements, immediately nodded and said, "No problem."

Soon, Smoker left the tavern with Bane and Dr. Genus, while Issho and the others continued to eat and drink there, further learning about the Navy and preparing for the future.

(End of this chapter)