"What wave is it?"
In the middle of the Grand Line, on a boat, two young men with similar looks were chatting.
"Bah..." The young man standing at the rudder spat, then kicked the corpse of the pirate wearing a turban next to him away.
The entire deck was covered with pirate corpses.
"This is the second wave today and the 24th wave I've encountered since coming here."
"Pirates are really rampant here, especially so close to G-5..."
The young man at the helm said while controlling the rudder: "It's a special case. That man must also know about the 'Interception War' launched by the pirates. If you want to become an officer through special recruitment... you need strength!"
"By the way, brother," the young man at the helm turned his head and looked at the young man leaning on the side of the ship.
"Why don't we just enlist in the Marine Headquarters?"
"Headquarters?"
The tone of the young man who was resting aside was filled with disdain: "They're just a group of 'puppets' controlled by the Celestial Dragons."
Although many details in the Summit War were not completely "live broadcast", after the war ended, the full picture of the war was still portrayed and disseminated.
"Although 'Akainu' is an iron-blooded soldier and a qualified Marine Admiral,..."
"What about Rairyu? Can he really change... this world..."
Their hometown has not been recognized and protected by the Marine and World Governments because they cannot afford the high "Heavenly Tribute". Perennial famine and war have continuously devastated their country.
"Who knows, but..." The young man on the side of the boat closed his eyes: "We always have to try, we can't be stuck in the West Blue for the rest of our lives."
Before the young man at the helm could reply, another ship flying a pirate flag sailed towards them in the distance.
"Here we go again!"
"Huh." The young man leaning against the side of the ship stood up and looked at the pirate ship approaching.
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"After more than a month of testing and fighting, the two sides are now in a furious battle!"
"More and more New World pirates are joining the 'interception', but... those who can reach this range..."
Ain drew a circle on the map with the new G-5 base as the center: "Those who can reach this range currently are all very powerful. There are even some people..."
"They have organized themselves spontaneously. After breaking through the pirates' defense, they didn't come directly to report but continued to look for other pirates to fight."
"It seems they want to wait until the last day to report."
Dylan laughed: "What a group of energetic guys, not bad. G-5 needs this kind of people! How long until the 'recruitment' ends?"
"Five days!"
"Very good!" Dylan stood up and said, "Give the order!"
All the officers below looked serious. This is a very formal order!
"Marine G-5 branch 01 to 07 combat troops are all reorganized and entering a state of war preparation!"
"After the 'conscription' is over, we will 'cleanse' the outside for 10 days! My territory..."
"You can come...but you can't leave!"
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The pirates outside also got angry with the 'recruits'.
These guys came from all over the world, including some well-known individuals.
Pirate hunters, fighting champions, captains of the kingdom's guard, and famous adventurers.
Although many of them are strangers to each other, for the same purpose, they form partnerships, give their backs to each other, and move in the same direction.
Slowly, the pirates were actually squeezed into the middle area between G-5 and the "recruits" and were outflanked.
"Hina was surprised."
In Dylan's office, Hina stared at Dylan. "Is this your plan?"
"Huh? Plot?"
Hina took out her cigarette and looked at the red circle on the map. "Isn't it? Using 'recruitment' as an excuse to stimulate the pirates' fear and defensiveness towards you. Luring them to block 'recruits,' and then forming a siege. It's a very successful battle plan. Hina is ashamed of herself!"
Dylan laughed. "It was just an accident."
"You are indeed such a person, Dylan. No wonder you are respected by all Marines."
"Ha!?"
Hina held a cigarette, looking at the plaque above his head, and said leisurely, "Young, powerful, tolerant, and kind to the people, cold and decisive to the enemy, possessing massive wealth but not paying attention to personal enjoyment. Hina is very ashamed and feels weak and superficial compared to you."
Dylan shook his head. "These are just outsiders' opinions. I am not that noble. I also have desires and selfishness. Don't believe in saints, Hina. Sometimes, saints... can be scarier than the devil."
"Black Cage" Hina did not respond and stared at the huge plaque - "Peaceful Justice."
"Will there really be a day of peace?"
"Who knows... You are from Granny Tsuru's side. The 'Great Staff' has rich intelligence channels, right?"
Dylan looked at Hina, who was a little distracted, and shook his head. She was a responsible Marine officer with a clear sense of right and wrong. Although her power was mediocre, she was still highly regarded.
It seems she came into contact with some secret information that shook her confidence.
"Some things, you have to do yourself to know the results..."
"Black Cage" Hina left with her thoughts full, and Dylan didn't say anything more to her.
The strong men of the older generation...
After Dylan cut off Weevil's arm seven years ago, he disappeared together with Miss Buckin.
The current news is that Weevil is "hunting" the remnants of the Whitebeard Pirates around the New World, claiming to be getting back "the wealth that belongs to his father."
Rumors of the reconstruction of the "Seven Warlords of the Sea" have also been released. The current generation of Shichibukai consists of Mihawk, Hancock, and Doflamingo.
Crocodile was killed, Jinbei rebelled, Moria was delisted, and Kuma was delisted.
If nothing else, this "Whitebeard Jr." should have come into their sights. After all, he is said to be "as powerful as the young Whitebeard."
There are still nearly two years until the next "World Summit." Even if this system is to be abolished, it cannot be achieved overnight.
Dylan didn't think he could compete with the Five Elders on such a major decision.
Even if there is, it's not necessary.
Strength and demands should be used in more reasonable places.
But Zephyr...
Looking at Ain, who came in to report, Dylan sighed inwardly. No matter what, I will help you, because you have supported me in this department for so many years.
Marine Headquarters Chief Instructor - "Black Arm" Zephyr.
Although he retired from the "Admiral" position a long time ago, he still has the same reputation as Garp in the Marine.
After the incident, Zephyr's attitude towards Dylan changed drastically, and he defended Dylan many times in the headquarters meetings.
Compared to Kuzan, Zephyr loves and cares for him more like a mentor.
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