Special Operations Unit

In both his past and present lives, Victor believed the most important thing was to establish a persona for himself.

In front of his juniors, he was a selfless senior.

In front of his elders, he was a man with lofty ambitions.

In front of the World Government, he was a man with a blemish on his record.

In front of his subordinates, he was someone worth following.

A persona could provide "reasonableness" for one's actions.

In short, one's persona was very important!

So far, Victor felt he had done perfectly.

His juniors worshiped him.

The Marines of Branch 191 were willing to follow him.

Even his elders had been misled by him.

He believed the World Government would be misled as well.

Only then could he obtain greater power, as well as a higher position and more authority.

Since capturing Jonathan, Branch G5 had gone nearly half a month without going out on missions.

During that half month, Victor selflessly taught cultivation methods every day while compiling his personal insights.

Within Branch G5, the Marines, whether officers or soldiers, were all copying Victor's book.

Whether it was promotion or cultivation,

Victor's insights and experiences could help them.

It was like the notes of a top student. To those who yearned to advance further, they were priceless treasures.

Moreover, whenever Victor went to the training grounds, many Marines would gather around.

They had all come to attend his lessons.

The cultivation methods and techniques Victor taught allowed them to improve their strength more efficiently.

"Colonel Victor!"

"Colonel Victor!"

"Colonel Victor."

As Victor walked toward the mess hall, the officers and soldiers along the way took the initiative to greet him.

His selflessness and strength had earned the respect of Branch G5.

Victor responded with a smile.

"Senior Victor."

At that moment, Wright and Connor led a group of officers at a jog and came to Victor's side.

"It's you two." Victor stopped and looked at Wright, Connor, and the people beside them. "Who are these men?"

"Senior." Wright introduced the people beside him. "They're Major Eric, Major Kennard, Captain Wilde, and Lieutenant Golol of Branch G5. After reading your book, they came to thank you."

Victor smiled faintly. "We're all Marines. There's no need to be so formal."

Major Eric raised his hand in salute. "Colonel Victor, your book has helped me tremendously. If I get the chance, please let me follow you."

"We feel the same." Kennard, Wilde, Golol, and the others spoke together.

Why were there so many people willing to follow Garp?

It wasn't merely because he was known as a Marine hero.

More importantly, following Garp meant receiving his guidance.

However, among so many Marines, not everyone had the opportunity to remain at Garp's side.

Victor was different. He was simply too selfless!

If they could stay by Victor's side, they could receive his guidance whenever they encountered problems in their cultivation.

Of course, aside from receiving Victor's guidance, they would also have opportunities for promotion.

Most Marines assigned to Branch G5 had no backing at Headquarters, or they had problematic personalities and poor relationships with others.

Otherwise, those with connections or good social standing would never come to Branch G5.

The casualty rate here was simply too high.

Therefore, in the original timeline, when Smoker requested a transfer to Branch G5 from Aokiji, most people found it unbelievable.

"Hmm, there will be opportunities." Victor spoke seriously.

They were willing to follow him? Naturally, the more the merrier.

Everything Victor was doing now was to promote himself and let his personal charisma influence more people.

August, 1494 of the Grand Line Era.

Nunn summoned Victor to his office.

Nunn handed Victor an appointment letter. "From now on, you are appointed commander of Branch G5's Special Operations Unit."

"Hmm." Victor looked at the appointment letter. He guessed it was Sengoku's doing.

Nunn was rigid by nature and never pulled strings for anyone, so he was not particularly popular at Headquarters either.

Sure enough, Nunn continued, "Admiral Sengoku's exact words were: You can choose the personnel and equipment however you like."

"Thank you, Uncle Nunn." Since they were in the office, Victor did not stand on ceremony.

"Go get to work." Nunn nodded.

"Yes!" Victor saluted, then turned and left.

Victor arrived at the training grounds.

Ever since he had come to Branch G5, the training grounds had been packed every day.

At first, people had come just to watch the excitement. Later, they came to learn cultivation methods. Now, they were working hard to cultivate and improve their strength.

A man's desire to become stronger was etched into his bones.

Therefore, once these unwanted Marines of Branch G5 possessed a way to become stronger, they naturally had to seize the opportunity.

Now, under the blazing sun, they were all training bitterly and strengthening their bodies. Beneath them, sweat had already soaked the ground.

"Colonel Victor."

"Colonel Victor."

"Colonel Victor."

When they saw Victor arrive, the Marines in the training grounds stopped one after another and took the initiative to salute him.

Victor walked all the way to where Wright, Connor, and the others stood.

They were currently cultivating together with Eric, Kennard, and the others.

Following the cultivation methods and insights Victor had taught them, they sought out each other's shortcomings.

"Senior Victor!"

"Colonel Victor."

Eric, Kennard, and the others straightened up and began to salute.

"Take a look at this." Victor handed the appointment letter to Eric.

After reading its contents, Eric showed an excited expression.

Although it was only a Special Operations Unit directly under Branch G5, its commander was Victor.

Moreover, the commander could choose the officers needed for the unit himself.

Eric then handed the appointment letter to Kennard and the others.

After reading it, Kennard and the others were just as excited!

Victor calmly asked Eric and Kennard, "Are you willing to join the Special Operations Unit?"

"Of course!"

Eric, Kennard, and the others answered in unison.

Victor said calmly, "First, help me with something. Help me recruit enough people for two battalions."

"Yes!" Eric, Kennard, and the others saluted.

The Special Operations Unit consisted of two battalions, with each battalion having a full complement of 500 men.

Victor directly chose Eric and Kennard and appointed them battalion commanders.

Wright, Connor, and the others naturally joined the Special Operations Unit as well.

When they heard that Victor had become commander of the Special Operations Unit and was recruiting members, an especially large number of people signed up.

In less than half a day, the Special Operations Unit was already fully staffed.

On the second day after the Special Operations Unit was established, Victor received a new mission.

New mission: Track the Roger Pirates!