One Piece: Blue Scale Admiral

"A slave ship of the World Government?" Rorschach frowned immediately.

"Although they don't directly fly the World Government's flag, their true identity is indeed a slave-hunting team that captures slaves of various races for the World Nobles. This was even explicitly stated to our G2 Navy branch, telling us not to harm our own people. Sometimes, those disgusting guys even wanted us to help them capture slaves, but Vice Admiral Gumir refused."

Kadaru's face was full of resentment, but also frustration and helplessness.

The Seven Warlords of the Sea are, on the surface, allies recognized by the World Government and possess the legal right to plunder the seas.

Their pirate forces can do whatever they want on the sea, as long as they don't openly challenge the authority above them, and they won't be stopped.

As for the Navy, it is even more forbidden to interfere in any of the activities of the Seven Warlords of the Sea.

Large forces like war mercenaries and aristocratic private armies, often numbering in the thousands and frequently linked to certain member states, can cause trouble in chaotic waters, making it difficult for the navy to intervene.

If the navy takes action, the member states behind them will complain to higher authorities and turn the tables on them.

In this chaotic and disorderly era of great pirates, everything is lacking except war.

Wherever there is war, there will inevitably be arms smuggling and mercenaries.

The infamous Germa Army of the North Sea is the world's number one warmonger.

These people are difficult to manage in the G2 branch of the navy.

The slave-hunting ships secretly dispatched by the World Government are even more difficult to manage.

In addition, these forces, large and small, often collude and intertwine with each other, forming a huge interest group.

Sometimes, even if the Navy only takes down a small pirate crew with a bounty of a few million, the powerful backers they uncover are either the Seven Warlords of the Sea or official forces.

This is why Gumir, a dignified Vice Admiral of the Navy Headquarters, is facing the current predicament of managing such a vast amusement park base.

"Then what's the deal with this Fishman Pirates? How dare they openly deceive you and then launch an attack? Is Jinbe their backer?"

Rorschach pointed to the turtle-man's corpse on the deck, whose head he had crushed, and asked.

"I don't know if Danfoss and his crew are Jinbe's subordinates. But any fish-man pirate crew that appears on the sea is usually a slave trader who captures their own kind as slaves."

Haha, it's ironic, really. Fishmen usually live in the deep sea, making it very difficult for humans to catch them, but it's much easier if they're of the same kind.

As for why they've become so frantic, it's because recently our branch has intensified its efforts to combat crime in the chaotic waters.

"The order was given by Vice Admiral Gumir, but we don't know the specific reasons. Perhaps it's because of the increased control over this area that these pirates are unhappy. After all, the environment that pirates like best is chaos without order."

Rorschach listened in silence.

The information he received from Kadaru made him realize that sometimes, even with similar power, one cannot necessarily change the environment according to one's wishes.

To clean up the chaos in this sea without any scruples, you would have to ignore the Seven Warlords of the Sea, the member states, and the World Government.

But can you?

This complex situation was beyond the capabilities of Lieutenant General Gumir.

Even if it were someone from the Warring States period, they might not have been able to do it any better.

Luo Xia and his men waited for more than an hour on the dilapidated, rickety warship before five naval warships, personally led by Lieutenant General Gumir, hurriedly arrived under the cover of night.

When he saw the warship riddled with holes and dozens of corpses lined up on the deck, an indescribable rage made this veteran naval vice admiral, over fifty years old, turn red with anger.

"Those damned pirates! I'll make them pay!"

With his large belly, Gumir, who usually appears kind and gentle, now looked completely indignant.

He looked at Luo Xia and said, "Major General Luo Xia, this time, we ask you to help our G2 branch to completely eliminate all the chaos in the Chaotic Sea. Especially Mogu Town, that seemingly insignificant little place, which gathers the most complex and intertwined forces in the entire Chaotic Sea. Now that Major General Luo Xia has arrived, let's begin the purge operation in a couple of days!"

“No problem, it’s all up to Lieutenant General Gumir.” Rorschach raised his hand in a military salute.

"No! This operation will be entirely under your command, Major General Luo Xia. All the soldiers of our G2 branch will obey your orders."

Chapter 287 Akainu's Authorization: Execute First, Report Later

More than three hours later, Luo Xia and his group returned to the island where the G2 naval branch was located, escorted by five warships.

The reason it took so long was that he used his abilities to tow back Major General Kadaru's dilapidated warship as well.

Lieutenant General Gumir originally intended to scrap the warship and sink it completely, letting the already riddled warship sink into the sea.

But Rorschach believed that the warship was also a major contributor to the survival of Major General Kadaru and the others tonight.

If possible, let it return home to rest in peace with those fallen naval soldiers.

By the time they returned to G2, it was nearly 4 a.m.

In the deep darkness of night, on the island of G2 naval base, a massive military fortress stands tall, its dark, gaping shore gun barrels on either side resembling a honeycomb, exuding a chilling aura of death.

The massive fortress lay silently on the dark sea, like a colossal beast.

Large and medium-sized warships were moored in the inner bay in front of the base, like silent giants.

"The layout here is quite similar to that of Marineford."

At the bow of the Kirin, Luo Xia looked at the fortress port that was getting closer and closer, feeling somewhat emotional.

I didn't find anything particularly good about Marineford.

It's only been a month since I left, and I already miss it a little.

"Apart from the bases in the Four Seas, which are not particularly sophisticated, all the naval bases in the Paradise and New World are mostly semi-enclosed layouts consisting of a fortress, a plaza, and an inner bay, mainly to maximize the security of the bases."

Beside Rorschach, the bald-headed Gumir explained with a smile.

After listening, Rorschach thought for a moment and understood what Gumir meant.

With this semi-enclosed island structure, pirates at sea can only attack the base from the inner bay on the front.

Because the island is surrounded by high and sturdy walls on the back and sides.

Pirate ships have no ports to dock at, and pirates have no foothold on the islands.

Therefore, the only option is to launch an attack from the front.

The front of the base also had ample firing positions and fully equipped naval soldiers waiting for the enemy to arrive.

Even though it was late at night, the island was brightly lit.

In the vast square, the naval soldiers stood in neat rows.

As soon as Luo Xia and Yun Que looked up, the neatly arranged naval soldiers resembled a white ocean, appearing both solemn and imposing.

In front of the lined-up naval soldiers were naval officers and lieutenants, also standing in a square formation.

Large cloaks of 'justice' fluttered behind them.

"Speed ​​is of the essence in war! Major General Luo Xia, please come with us to the conference room. We need to hold an emergency operations meeting to discuss the operational plan for tomorrow's daytime operations."

As he spoke, Vice Admiral Gumir jumped off Rorschach's warship and waved to the naval commanders lined up in a square formation.

Immediately, the officers, wearing cloaks of justice, formed two lines.

A column of ships rushed towards Kadaru's warships to begin dealing with the attack on Kadaru.

A column followed behind Gumir toward the fortress ahead.

"Lark, Law, come with me. Bepo, Palmer, you stay on the Kirin and keep watch over the ship."

Luo Xia called out to Yun Que and Luo.

At least a commodore is required to attend a military conference at the Naval Headquarters.

The Paradise branch, however, is headed by a major.

The meeting convened by Gumir was one in which Lark and Luo, with their military ranks, were qualified to attend.

Walking among the neatly arranged ranks of naval soldiers in the island square, Luo Xia was somewhat amazed by their military discipline.

There were at least three thousand soldiers, densely packed throughout the square, yet not a single one uttered a sound.

The silent square exuded an aura as solid as a mountain.

"As expected of a naval warrior from the Grand Line, their military skills are superior to those of the Four Seas Branch. Vice Admiral Gumir may seem kind and gentle, but his style is surprisingly swift and decisive; he attacks without hesitation."

Rorschach couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

Hibari, who was following closely behind, interjected, "Brother Rorschach, don't be fooled by Uncle Gumir's kind and amiable appearance. Back in headquarters, he was a famous dual-wielding swordsman who hated evil the most. It's just that after he was transferred to G2, he became somewhat depressed, and the justice he upheld changed from absolute justice to calm and unhurried justice."

“You know very well, Lark.” Rorschach said, somewhat surprised.

“Of course, understanding the information and resume of every officer in the navy is something every naval staff officer must master. Although I didn’t become a naval staff officer, I still learned a lot about this from Granny Tsuru.” Hibari proudly raised his fair chin.

Luo Xia smiled slightly, seemingly asking casually, "Oh? Really? Then I'll have to test you. Do you know which vice admirals are among the strongest in the navy right now?"

"A relatively strong lieutenant general?" Hibari blinked and answered almost without thinking.

"Apart from the few vice admirals who are specifically responsible for logistics and liaison with the World Government, those who can become vice admirals of the Marine Headquarters are generally quite strong."

Among them are two legendary lieutenant generals: Lieutenant General Garp and Lieutenant General Tsuru.

Two candidates for general were appointed: Gion and Lieutenant General Kake.

The five elite lieutenants in charge of the Buster Call are: Firemountain, Storobelli, Doberman, Flying Squirrel, and Onigumo.

The three giants were Lieutenant General Lacval, John Jaendor, and Lonz.

Lieutenant General Gumir is quite strong too. By the way, Lieutenant General Vergo, the branch chief of the G5 base in the New World, is also said to be a powerful user proficient in Armament Haki.

Luo, who had been silently following behind Luo and Xia, trembled, suddenly raised his head, his pupils contracted, and whispered, "Lieutenant General Vergo?"

"Have you heard of Vice Admiral Vergo? He's said to be a naval commander who hates evil and has been stationed in the New World for over ten years to fight pirates and uphold justice. Except for when he had to return to headquarters for a promotion after making a great contribution, he's always been fighting pirates in the New World."

Luo frowned at the words Yun Que spoke.

In his mind, there was also a man named Vergo who had left a deep impression on him.

Furthermore, he displayed his Armament Haki skills at a very young age, making him a ruthless character with exceptional talent.

Perhaps the Lieutenant General Vergo mentioned by Lark is just a coincidence of names.

At least, what Hibari said about hating evil and upholding justice has absolutely nothing to do with that cruel and ruthless guy...

and many more!

Luo's pupils trembled violently as a memory flashed through his mind of that unforgettable day from many years ago.

When Vergo stopped Corazon that day, wasn't he wearing a naval private's uniform?

Luo's voice suddenly became a little dry, "Is the Vergo you're talking about someone who likes to wear sunglasses, has lightning-shaped sideburns on both sides of his face, and always has leftover food crumbs on his face?"