Commanding His Own Warship!

With the capture of Vegapunk's researchers and the annihilation of Germa 66 soldiers on the main battlefield, the Ovendo Island mission can be considered to have come to a successful conclusion.

Although hundreds of marines were killed, and almost all of them were wounded, the number of casualties was far lower than expected.

However, the medical staff on the warship will be very busy. Fortunately, the marines have all learned basic first aid skills, so they don't have to worry about things like bandaging to stop the bleeding.

All they needed to do was move the seriously wounded to the operating room inside the ward for treatment, but even that kept them incredibly busy and sweating profusely.

After every major battle, they are the busiest people, and oh yes, the chefs too!

Due to the unique physical characteristics of people in this world, for many external injuries, even severe injuries that involve the bones, food is often much more effective than medicine in treating them.

Medicines are generally for treating symptoms of infection such as colds, fevers, and poisoning, so ships always keep a large quantity of highly nutritious meats on board.

Yes, it's the flesh of Sea Kings.

"Dr. Vegapunk, a private room has been prepared for you. We will escort you back to Marineford."

On the warship, Sengoku ignored the ordinary researchers, but paid great attention to this short man with glasses on his nose.

At his level, he was already qualified to access more information about Lineage Factors, and therefore he was well aware of the value of this science doctor.

"It's alright, no rush. I want to take another look at this place where I've spent so many years."

Vegapunk was completely unaffected by the imposing manner emanating from the Marine Admiral, and spoke to him with an attitude of equality.

"In any case, this is where I made a significant discovery, so it's definitely worth remembering."

Seeing this, Sengoku had no objection. After all, the battle was over, and with him watching from the side, nothing could possibly go wrong.

"Colonel Vidal is back!"

"You bastard, how dare you speak like that! You're Lord Vidal! Do you understand, sir?!"

"Yes, yes, Lord Vidal has returned!"

"Lord Vidal, thank you for the wooden armor, wooden shield, and Green Beans!"

Just then, the people on the warship noticed a series of cheers coming from afar, and Vegapunk looked up.

They discovered that regardless of whether they were injured or not, any navy personnel who could stand up or shout spontaneously surrounded a tall young man dressed in a green shirt and black pants, wearing Justice Coat, and chanting slogans continuously.

Who is that person?

"He is my disciple, Vidal, now a colonel in the Marine Colonel!" Sengoku said with satisfaction, looking at Vidal was deeply respected by the Marines.

Vidal did heed his teachings and did not interfere too much in the battles of the lower-ranking marines, but he also provided assistance indirectly in his own way.

Now it seems the results are indeed quite good!

With a broad smile on his face, Vidal finally made his way through the crowd to the beach, then leaped dozens of meters across to land on the deck.

"Teacher, I'm back."

"Hmm, how did it go?" Sengoku nodded and asked.

"That underground experimental base is destroyed, but I can't say for sure whether it was destroyed by my own hands or by its own self-destruction," Vidal sighed helplessly.

"You were inside when the self-destruct system was activated?!" Dr. Vegapunk asked in a familiar and surprised tone.

How did you even survive?

It's important to know that the underground base was essentially his creation, including the self-destruct system, which utilized Baldimore technology.

That towering pillar of fire was the best proof of its power!

"Uh, is it difficult to get out from inside?" Vidal looked down at the short doctor, puzzled.

"Are you sure you were in the underground base when the self-destruct system exploded?"

"Yes, I'm sure. I had just started destroying the equipment inside when an alarm went off and a red light appeared, followed by endless explosions." Vidal briefly described the situation.

Vegapunk was speechless now, and for a moment he suddenly began to doubt his own skills.

"You must be Dr. Vegapunk?" Vidal walked over and extended his hand with a smile.

Vegapunk shook hands politely, then looked up and said, "It's me. You're quite impressive, young man."

"Indeed, I am a little bit strong." Vidal nodded in agreement, sounding quite serious.

Just as Vegapunk was at a loss for words, the latter continued, "I also captured some strangely shaped modified beasts on the island."

"If you need them, you can have them brought back."

"No need, they're just a bunch of defective products. If it weren't for that idiot Vinsmoke Judge's insistence, I wouldn't have wasted my time on them." Vegapunk shook his head.

"What about those modified soldiers whose limbs can generate electricity?"

"Their technology is slightly more advanced. If you're interested, you can take some with you as learning materials for the researchers below."

At this moment, Sengoku asked, "Vidal, how is that Judge?"

"I let him go," Vidal laughed.

"Well done!"

Sengoku was very satisfied with Vidal's completion of the mission, even though Vinsmoke Judge was the mastermind behind this illegal scientific experiment base.

However, due to his status as the heir to the Germa Kingdom, the Navy cannot easily arrest or kill him.

Letting them go is the best option. As for whether there's a possibility of leaking the technology related to Lineage Factors, that's something the World Government needs to consider.

"By the way, teacher, after we return to Marineford, may I temporarily leave the group for a while?" Vidal asked.

Can you tell me what it is?

"Before entering the Special Training Camp last year, my best friend Yixiao and I made a promise to have one last fight after graduation. If I win this time, he'll have to join the Navy to help me when I become Vice Admiral!"

Upon hearing this, Sengoku's interest was piqued. He had long been aware of and concerned about the matter of the swordsman Issho, so he immediately made a decision and laughed heartily.

"This is good news for the Navy!"

"In that case, I'll assign you a warship with a crew of 800 in advance. You're free to go to sea whenever you're not assigned a mission."

"Really?, teacher?!" Vidal was completely astonished, and a surge of joy welled up from the bottom of his heart.

Is this the perk of becoming a disciple of the Sengoku? You get a warship so soon after graduation!

"Really, but it's not without its requirements. I'll be giving you some documents every month, and you must read them on time and write a report for me." Sengoku's face fell, and his tone was very serious.

"Okay, teacher!"

Reading documents and writing reports were things Vidal was already used to, and he also understood that this was how Sengoku trained him, so he readily agreed.

As for Sengoku, he was already very busy with his daily work, so it was impossible for him to frequently take Vidal out to sea to earn military merits.

It's better to let him run wild on his own.

"Alright, on the return journey, I'll allow you to select a hundred men from this warship, but only those below the Colonel. You're not qualified to lead adjutants of general rank yet."

Upon hearing this, many navy personnel around him had their eyes light up, and the news quickly spread like wildfire.

At this moment, a burly Senior Sergeant with a wooden shield hanging from his left arm and a long sword on his back strode out from the crowd.

"Admiral Sengoku, I request to serve under Lord Vidal!"

"You are..." Vidal sized up the marine; he certainly had the air of a seasoned soldier.

"Sergeant Rogers of headquarters reporting for duty!"

But before he could finish speaking, Sengoku laughed and said, "When we get back, you'll be Captain! Captain Rogers, who Awakening dual-color Haki on the battlefield!"

"Oh?" Upon hearing this, Vidal raised an eyebrow; this sounded interesting.

Thank you Nohara Momonosuke the 588 reward!!

Do you all remember the sword-wielding lieutenant who used to be Garp's lieutenant? Well, Vidal will also have a shield-wielding lieutenant by his side in the future!

Finally, congratulations to the protagonist Vidal for acquiring a large warship!

Now I can go out and have fun!!