However, at this moment, before Al could further explain his plan, his cell phone suddenly rang.
As soon as he saw that it was Dashiqi calling, he picked up the phone immediately.
On the other end of the phone, Dashigi's slightly anxious voice came through the microphone: "El, Master Zhan Guo came to my place with Mr. Garp and Ms. Crane. They want to see you."
Al didn't expect that these three heavyweights would show up in person, and he couldn't help feeling a little surprised.
But he quickly calmed down and told Uncle Laqi briefly: "Uncle Laqi, go and gather all the coating workers in the next few days. I will come to you to discuss the matter in detail after I finish dealing with things here."
After saying this, he ran quickly towards where the slaves were.
This group of elderly trio is very powerful and has good coordination, unlike the three generals now who each have their own thoughts.
Moreover, they have experienced countless storms and their wills have long been firm, and they cannot be convinced by just a few words.
However, he had just saved Ace once, so even if he really attacked, Garp should show some mercy.
But he didn't know Zhan Guo's real plan, and that was what troubled him the most.
Logically speaking, since he was tricked by the World Government, he should not stand up for them again.
Chapter 191: Shampoo Project
With such doubts and uneasiness, Al soon came before the three naval elders.
At this time, the three of them were accompanied by Dashigi, and they were observing the slaves around them who were receiving treatment and comfort with gentle eyes.
Seeing Al coming, Zhan Guo nodded slightly, with a barely perceptible recognition in his tone: "You did a great job, Al. You accomplished what I have been unable to do for so many years."
Upon hearing this, Al quickly replied humbly, "Thank you for the compliment, Lord Zhan Guo. I just wonder if the three lords are here to attack me this time?"
Zhan Guo gently waved his hand and said with a smile: "The three of us old guys are just here to relax. Just because you made such a big scene, we came to see you. Don't worry about the situation in the navy. We will help you."
He also smiled and said: "Since you went to sea, you have done many things that we are not convenient to do. You are really a good child."
It turns out that when Garp received the call from Sengoku and learned that the purpose of this trip was to go to the Sabaody Archipelago to find El, he smiled nonchalantly and said, "Aren't they just some human traffickers? It would be better to kill all those scumbags."
He opened his favorite senbei nonchalantly, as if it were just a trivial matter.
Crane said in a serious tone, "But it's too close to Mary Joaquim. If we let him do whatever he wants there, it will pose a huge threat to the World Government and the Celestial Dragons."
Garp chewed the senbei in his hand and defended El: "El, it's fine. That guy is one of us. Although he has made a big name for himself among pirates, he would never do anything that goes against justice."
When Sengoku heard this, the file about El flashed through his mind, so he asked, "Do you know something? I remember that El became a pirate during the time you went to the East China Sea, and his subordinate Tashigi was the adjutant that Smoker brought over from the Navy Headquarters."
"You don't understand the situation?" Garp looked at Zhan Guo in surprise, then laughed, "Didn't Kuzan arrange for El to join the Blade Squad you founded?"
Sengoku shook his head slightly and explained, "Kuzan never mentioned anything about El to me. In the only communication about El, he only mentioned recommending him to succeed Crocodile as the new Shichibukai. Now it seems that he is training El as a single-line undercover agent and not letting the navy know his true identity."
Kuzan's behavior reminded Sengoku of Corazon, whom he once adopted.
Originally, after Corazon's death at the hands of Doflamingo, he became discouraged and stopped training undercover agents.
By chance, Drake, who survived the Operation Fruit incident, came into his sight, and this led to the plan to create the Blade Team.
Now, Drake's undercover identity has begun to play a role, and he has successfully infiltrated the Four Emperors Kaido.
In order to ensure his safety, Zhan Guo has not had direct contact with him for a long time.
Unexpectedly, Kuzan did better than himself. Not only did he help El become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but he also became the most popular candidate for the Four Emperors in the ocean today.
During the voyage to the Red Earth Continent, Sengoku and Tsuru had a thoughtful discussion and decided to continue to keep El's secret and support him on his journey to the status of a Yonko.
For the navy, having one of their own take one of the Four Emperors' seats is undoubtedly a major breakthrough.
Their only concern is whether Al will stick to the justice in his heart and not degenerate into a real villain.
When they arrived at the Sabaody Archipelago, accompanied by Tashigi, and saw the rescued slaves, the doubts in Sengoku and He's hearts were completely dispelled.
Al's behavior and attitude towards these slaves at least proved that he was a kind person, and such a person was more trustworthy than most people.
They led Al to the side, and Zhan Guo then said, "Al, you know? I personally formed the Blade Squad."
Al was shocked and answered honestly: "I don't know about this. Mr. Kuzan never mentioned these details to me."
Sengoku explained: "Similarly, Kuzan did not tell me about you. He seemed to train you as a single-line undercover agent. Therefore, in order to help you, he later recommended you to become a Shichibukai who also spans two navy pirate camps."
Only then did Al understand why Kuzan said that he was a member of the Blade Team. Only he and Garp knew about it. It turned out that from the beginning, he was fooled by Kuzan into this game.
But this cannot be blamed on Kuzan. After all, he was just an inconspicuous figure in the navy at the time. It was already very good to be noticed by the top admirals.
Sengoku looked at Al and asked, "What are your plans next? This is the place closest to the Celestial Dragons. The Navy will not easily give in and hand this place over to a pirate."
"Mr. Sengoku, after I occupy this island, I plan to announce to the world that I am one of the Four Emperors. I will accept challenges from all those who disagree with me, so as to demonstrate my strength and establish my status as one of the Four Emperors."
Hearing this, Chief of Staff Tsuru nodded slightly, "If you can really become the Four Emperors, the Navy will indeed remain cautious and will not easily provoke disputes. But Sakaski will never sit idly by and watch you successfully ascend to the throne of the Four Emperors. He will definitely take action."
Sengoku added, "That's true, Al. When you fight with other pirates, Sakaski will definitely take the opportunity to attack with all his strength and strangle you in the cradle."
After thinking for a moment, Al proposed a new plan: "Perhaps I can let Tashigi become the rear admiral of the navy and be responsible for guarding this island. This way, it will be legitimate. And I will move the location to the Red Earth Continent and accept all challenges there."
Sengoku turned his gaze to Tashigi, a hint of approval flashed in his eyes, and he finally nodded in agreement with Al's plan: "Tashigi used to be Smoker's adjutant, and has rich experience and outstanding abilities. As long as Smoker comes forward and announces that Tashigi is a subordinate he carefully arranged to infiltrate your pirate group, with his current status and power, he can completely let Tashigi serve as the commander of the G66 base. In this way, we can also give a reasonable explanation to the World Government."
Crane then added: "You have the ability to fly, which will give you a great advantage in fighting on the Red Earth Continent. Even if you are besieged by the navy and pirates, you can use this ability to escape danger and avoid being in a desperate situation."
With the careful planning of Sengoku and Tsuru, El's plan for the Sabaody Archipelago and the path to becoming one of the Four Emperors gradually became clear and feasible.
Faced with the careful guidance and teachings of the two naval veterans who were famous for their wisdom, Al naturally accepted them with an open mind.
Chapter 192 Brigadier General Dashiqi
After a deep conversation with El, Sengoku learned that Smoker was also an insider, so he sent someone to contact the navy in Marijoa through Den Den Mushi.
After receiving the summons from Sengoku, even Smoker, who was known as a troublemaker in the navy, acted unusually cautious.
He quickly rushed to the Sabaody Archipelago with Tina, who had just returned from Marijoa.
"Lord Sengoku, why did you suddenly come to the Sabaody Archipelago?" There was a hint of doubt in Smoker's voice.
"It's because El has made too much noise." Zhan Guo went on to explain the situation. "I have already negotiated with El. El will nominally withdraw from this island, but Tashigi will rejoin the navy and become the rear admiral guarding this place. You need to take the lead on this matter."
"Master Sengoku, Marshal Sakaski will definitely not agree to such conditions. If I report this to him, I will only be scolded."
Smoker didn't think that Admiral Akainu, who was known for his toughness, would accept such an outcome.
"It's okay. We came all the way from the Navy Headquarters to handle this matter. You can rest assured."
After hearing Zhan Guo's arrangement on this matter, Smoker nodded, then turned to Tina beside him and said, "Tina, help me notify Major General Kadakongbo and have him issue a notice announcing that Al, who caused the unrest on the island, has been expelled from the Sabaody Archipelago."
At the same time, Smoker, as the admiral of the navy, formally submitted a proposal to the headquarters of the navy to promote Tashigi to the rank of major general, and appointed her to replace Major General Kadakombo to assist him in guarding the Sabaody Archipelago.
Although this proposal had not yet been formally reviewed by the Navy Headquarters, Admiral Sakaski received a call from Sengoku.
"Sakaski, I have already talked to Al. He is willing to withdraw from this island, but his condition is that his subordinate Tashigi rejoins the navy and is responsible for guarding the naval base in the Sabaody Archipelago."
After hearing this, Sakaski's tone revealed obvious dissatisfaction: "Are you old and confused? What's the difference between this and handing over the Sabaody Archipelago directly to him?"
Sengoku patiently explained on the other end of the Den Den Mushi: "Sakaski, this is the most appropriate solution right now. At least the Navy stepped in to drive Eru away and save the Navy's face."
Sakaski retorted, "Are you guys so old that you can't even deal with a young boy? Wouldn't it be easier to just arrest him and solve all the problems?"
Zhan Guo said earnestly: "Sakaski, the New World is our main battlefield, and the stability of the first half of the sea is the current navy's top priority. Are you really ready to start a war in the Sabaody Archipelago?"
Although Sakaski was very dissatisfied with the result, he had to admit that what Zhan Guo said made sense and had to accept the reality.
He moved the naval base to the New World in order to end the Great Pirate Era, and the key point was to maintain stability in the first half of the Grand Line.
However, when signing Dashiki's appointment letter, Sakaski rejected her application for promotion to major general and only appointed her as brigadier general, acting as the base chief of the G66 branch.
At the same time, he also announced the cancellation of El's status as a Shichibukai and issued a bounty order for all members of the El Pirates.
However, in the process of formulating the bounty order for the members of the El Pirates, Brannew encountered some difficult problems.
As a descendant of the 20 kings who established the World Government, Nefert Vivi has an extremely noble status, and the Navy cannot issue a bounty against her.
As for the new Rear Admiral Tashigi, the Navy naturally could not issue a bounty on her.
In addition to this, the Vinsmoke Family used their influence in the World Government to put heavy pressure on the bounty involving Vinsmoke Reiju, making his process of enacting the bounty more complicated.
At the same time, on the Sabaody Archipelago, Sengoku, Smoker and others had already left first.
El, wearing a hood and a mask, followed Tina and Tashigi towards the G66 Navy base.
When they arrived at the Navy G66 Branch, Major General Kadakongbo was already waiting for them at the gate of the base.
Having just received news from the Navy Headquarters, he suddenly felt a sense of relief in his heart. He finally got the chance to escape from this challenging naval base.
With the help of Tina, Kadakongbo quickly completed the handover of base affairs with Tashigi.
However, when he wanted to lead his subordinates away, he was stopped by Dashigi.
"Major General Kadakongbo, I don't need so many navy officers here. Please lead the remaining navy officers back to the Navy Headquarters after I have screened them."
Kadakongbo looked at Tina in surprise, and when he saw her nod, he said, "Commodore Tashigi, the situation in the Sabaody Archipelago is complicated. If you don't have enough soldiers, it will be difficult to stop those evil pirates."
Dashiqi smiled and asked the murloc behind him to bring the bubble car that El originally intended to give to Kadakongbo to him, and said, "I have enough murloc soldiers, and I plan to have them help me manage this island."
Kadakongbo, who was lenient with others, stopped trying to persuade them and just stood aside and watched Tashigi's performance.
Dashigi immediately issued a new and vigorous order.
He summoned all the navy and prepared to conduct a rigorous review, and those who passed would be responsible for the training of new recruits.
Those unqualified sailors will return to the naval headquarters with Major General Kadakongbo.
Dashigi's new order shocked all the navy officers in the base. They did not expect that the new commander would be so tough and decisive.
Dashigi summoned all the navy to the parade ground, first gave them a severe reprimand, and then ordered people to carry out several large boxes of Berry.
She faced the crowd and said firmly, "I know you are dissatisfied with my arrangement, but I want to tell you that I want sailors with good moral character, not those who just treat the navy as a job."
While Tashigi was giving his speech, El quietly used his ability of the Voice of All Things to hear the thoughts of all the naval soldiers in the audience.
A person's abilities can be developed through learning and growth, but an upright and kind character is mostly innate.
Dashiqi glanced at all the marines on the field, and then announced a special selection mechanism: "Everyone has one chance to choose to eliminate anyone you want. The person who stays will receive a bonus of five years' salary."
Hearing what Tashigi said, the navy officers showed surprise on their faces, and many people's minds instantly became active.
As the first navy spoke first, more and more soldiers rushed to take action, forming cliques and factions and tacitly began to exclude dissidents.
Chapter 193 Shampoo Base
Al observed the various performances on the field, listened to their inner voices, and quickly identified those candidates who met his requirements.
Then, he acted decisively, moved among the crowd, and brought the selected people outside the training ground.
When Al stopped, he had successfully screened out dozens of navy personnel from various positions.
Afterwards, Dashigi officially announced these people as the finalists, and the atmosphere on the scene suddenly became tense.
The sailors who were not selected looked confused and disappointed, while some people with ulterior motives took the opportunity to incite dissatisfaction and protested and questioned Tashigi.
The parade ground suddenly became noisy and chaotic.
Al didn't care about their doubts and directly used his domineering aura to cover the entire training ground, instantly silencing the entire place.
All the sailors on the field felt as if their throats were being strangled by an invisible giant hand, unable to make any sound. A chill suddenly rushed up their spines to the top of their heads, and looks of fear appeared on their faces.
Ever since El mastered the Domination, he has become more adept at using the Domineering Haki, and has reached the level where he can accurately control the shock and avoid unnecessary damage caused by excessive shock.
So although the navy soldiers on the field were shocked and unable to move, they did not actually suffer any substantial damage.
Then, Dashiqi turned to Major General Kadakongbo beside her, and said with a hint of request: "Major General, please take these navy officers back to the Navy Headquarters when you leave. Thank you for your help."
Major General Kadakongbo looked at the group of sailors in front of him with some embarrassment, but he quickly regained his composure, walked to the front and gave the sailors on the scene a lecture.
Tashigi no longer paid attention to these eliminated marines. She took the selected marines back to the base hall.
Seeing this, Tina proposed to leave, but Al stopped her.
"Major General Tina, the number of our navy is a little insufficient. I would like to ask you for a favor!"
Tina raised her eyebrows curiously and asked, "What do you want me to do for you? I don't have many people under me."
"It's like this," Al replied, "I want to visit your teacher, the former admiral Zephyr."
Tina seemed a little surprised to hear this request: "You want to ask the teacher for help? Ever since he broke one of his arms in an attack by pirates a few years ago, he hates pirates the most. Besides, even I don't know where he is."
Al explained: "Yes, I hope to use his influence to recruit more righteous navy to join Dashigi's army."
Tina chuckled and responded: "Although I think it is unlikely that the teacher will show up, but since you have this plan, I can let Smoker try, he should be able to contact Mr. Zephyr.
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