Personality Correction! The Navy Is Shaken

"Are we just going to let them leave like that?"

Abel gazed at the warship as it gradually disappeared into the distance, a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"This is the boss's decision."

Although he was also somewhat puzzled, Dylan had no objections.

"Isn't it foolish to clash a fine porcelain jar against an iron one?"

Roa casually remarked, "And the tin can might even run away."

Zephyr is like a wounded beast; before it bleeds dry, it will desperately tear apart any enemy that gets close.

Without sufficient replenishment of dark energy, Roa was unsure what price he would pay if he killed him.

Even a dying Whitebeard managed to severely injure Akainu with just two punches.

The more crucial issue is that if Zephyr and Kizaru really wanted to escape, there was no way to stop them.

Kizaru goes without saying; the power of his Glint-Glint Fruit speaks for itself. Zephyr's Geppo is fast enough to Inazuma; even carrying Akainu, he probably wouldn't be much slower.

Let's leave it at that. Anyway, we'll only win more easily next time we meet.

Roa gazed at the ship in the distance, focusing intently on the figure still standing at the stern.

In addition, he noticed something.

Zephyr's condition seems off.

He had clearly stopped using his ability to manipulate negative emotions, and Zephyr had already taken control of his emotions through willpower.

However, even without the power to activate it, the anger and killing intent emanating from Zephyr remained undiminished.

This is not something a normal person could achieve, even after experiencing such a series of major setbacks.

Could it be?

Roa stroked his chin.

It's not impossible. After all, he was almost turned into a demon just now. Considering the extent to which Zephyr's Dao heart was shattered at the time, the probability is quite high.

That makes things a bit interesting.

The warships braved the wind and waves, quickly disappearing into the distance.

Borsalino remained wary, glancing back as if afraid the monster would catch up again.

Not only him, but everyone else on the ship was equally shaken, feeling as if the Grim Reaper's scythe was still at their necks, and that a devastating natural disaster could strike at any moment.

But the enemy's attack never came until they were completely far from the battlefield.

"Looks like they really didn't catch up."

Borsalino breathed a sigh of relief.

He was prepared for only the three of them—master and his apprentice—to survive. Although it was unjust, it was obviously better for a few people to live than for everyone to die.

Surprisingly, the enemy did not catch up.

As expected, it was because--

Borsalino turned his head and looked at Zephyr, who was still standing at the stern like a statue, gazing at the sky.

"It seems we're safe now, Professor Zephyr,"

Borsalino's tone regained some of its previous casualness. "It's all thanks to you."

Did Roa refrain from pursuing Zephyr because he understood Zephyr's resolve?

Anyway, at least we can go back now.

I never want to fight that monster again.

Borsalino thought to himself.

He's only thirteen years old, half his actual age, and he's already become such a monster, so irrational.

Unlike him.

Another survivor gritted his teeth, "This won't end like this! You heinous pirate, one day I'll burn you to ashes!!"

This goal is probably a bit difficult.

Furthermore, according to Professor Zephyr, Roa can also create volcanoes at will. Sakazuki is even more professional in magma than your Mag-Mag Fruit.

Borsalino thought to himself.

That's really passionate; maybe that's what makes the navy more like it?

He was different; he just wanted to coast along, joining the navy simply for stability and a high salary.

"That's right! They must die! Roa must die! No, no, no, not just Roa, all the pirates must die!"

Zephyr, who had been standing like a statue, seemed to have been stirred by Sakazuki's thoughts, and suddenly began to mutter to himself in a somewhat frantic manner.

"I was wrong, I've been wrong all along! Pirates are born evil! They all deserve to die! It was because I was too soft-hearted that they died! It was because of me that my wife and children died!"

"Kill! The only way to deal with pirates is to kill! Start with Roa! But we can't just kill Roa! We must wipe out all the pirates in this world!!"

"The Navy is too weak. The strongest pirates in the world are in the New World, why are they turning a blind eye to them? They deserve to die just like Roa!"

"..."

Borsalino pushed up his sunglasses in a daze. This man, whose clothes were still spotless even when facing Roa and his group, couldn't help but feel bewildered at this moment.

Is this really Zephyr- sensei's personality?

Roa, what terrible things have you done, you scumbag?

You've driven Mr. Zephyr insane!

However, Zephyr, who is "mentally unstable," resonates with a certain normal person.

"That's right! Professor Zephyr! You've finally realized it too?"

Sakazuki clenched his fists, extremely excited, "The only way to deal with pirates is to kill them!"

"Kill! Kill! Kill!!"

Zephyr's body trembled slightly, but his voice became increasingly excited.

Borsalino felt a chill run down his spine. "Let's talk about killing pirates later. You guys need treatment right now."

In short, let's contact headquarters first.

Then, shortly thereafter, at Marine Headquarters.

The Fleet Admiral eagerly answered the phone call from the front lines.

"How is it, Zephyr?"

He hurriedly asked, "Have you dealt with that brat?"

When the war broke out, headquarters also received the news.

That kid Zephyr was pretty fast this time, only two hours, right?

"Kong, Fleet Admiral Kong!"

A somewhat unfamiliar voice came from the other end, trembling slightly.

Um?

Not Zephyr?

He paused for a moment, then asked, "Which general is it?"

That doesn't seem to be the case. Every single officer who went on the expedition was someone he personally promoted. He wouldn't say he was familiar with them, but they were certainly not strangers.

Suddenly, a thud sounded in my hollow heart.

If he's not even a general, who is he talking to now? And why is it him?

"Fleet Admiral Kong, the operation... the operation has completely failed!"

Before Kong could even prepare himself, the marine on the other end spoke up, his voice trembling with tears, "Mr. Zephyr was defeated. He was severely wounded by the Calamity Roa. All the other generals were killed in action. Of the eleven warships, only one survived. The rest, along with their crew, sank to the bottom of the sea."

"..."

The Fleet Admiral's eyes widened, his voice hoarse as if squeezed from between rusty gears, "What did you say?"

Later, the naval high command officers who were still at headquarters gathered together.

Attendees included Fleet Admiral Kong, Garp the Hero, and Staff Officer Crane.

"Zephyr was actually defeated by that brat?"

Iron Fist Garp frowned. "How could this be? I fought that brat just a few months ago. How could he possibly possess such power?"

That kid is indeed very strong, but he's still far from being on Zephyr's level!

Although he is not as good as himself and Sengoku, Zephyr is still a true Marine Admiral!

"No matter how impossible it may seem, that's the reality."

Kong pinched the bridge of his nose, his voice somber, "Zephyr's right hand was severed, and his intestines, liver, kidneys, bladder, and other internal organs suffered severe damage."

"That brat also has the ability to turn people into puppets. If Sakazuki hadn't reacted quickly, Zephyr might not be back now. Even so, Zephyr's mind was traumatized, and he's very agitated now."

"Seriously, such a thing could happen?"

Even the usually composed Vice Admiral Tsuru couldn't remain calm at this moment. "I should never have let Zephyr go. It was all my mistake. I underestimated the enemy. Although he's just a brat, he's the successor that Rocks has chosen!"

"There's no need to blame yourself, Tsuru. Everyone has already tried their best to overestimate him."

The Fleet Admiral sighed. "The problem now is, what should we do with him afterwards?"

"They are no longer an enemy we can deal with."

Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "From now on, we must treat him with the same attitude we would have shown to Golden Lion or Whitebeard."

The Fleet Admiral sighed repeatedly.

Golden Lion or Whitebeard are opponents that even the Marine Headquarters cannot easily provoke.

"In short, keep the news under wraps."

Kong said, "If this news leaks out, the Navy's prestige will suffer an unprecedented and enormous blow!"

The former Admiral was defeated by a pirate who was only thirteen years old, along with more than a dozen naval officers and thousands of naval soldiers. Such a scandal had never happened in the Navy for decades.

Only.

Don't worry, Boss!

In the palace on the snail's back, Morgans, having thoroughly enjoyed his day, patted his chest, his voice filled with excitement.

"I'll send the press release back right away! You're about to shock the world again!"