The Flying Pirates

Borsalino, Sakazuki, and the others were all currently Lieutenant Commanders.

When Borsalino heard this, he not only failed to get angry but instead teased him, "You should write another book called How to Quickly Rise Through the Ranks. It might be useful to me."

Victor pondered for a moment, then nodded. "That's a good idea. I'll write one when I have some free time."

Victor looked at Wright and Connor. "I hope it'll be useful to you two as well."

"Senior, really?"

Wright and Connor's eyes were filled with anticipation.

"Mm." Victor reached out and patted Wright on the shoulder. "Let's work hard together."

"Mm, mm." Wright and Connor nodded at the same time.

The warship departed from Branch G1 and headed for Termi Island, where Branch G5 was located.

The commander leading the team this time was Major General Kolov.

Major General Kolov had once served as Sengoku's adjutant and enjoyed Sengoku's deep trust.

After sailing for three days and three nights, the Marine soldier atop the mast spotted several pirate ships through his telescope. Judging from the pirate flags on their masts, their identities could be confirmed.

The Marine shouted down, "The Flying Pirates have been spotted!"

The officer-ranking Marines on deck immediately ran to the side of the ship and observed them with their telescopes.

"It really is them!"

"There are quite a few of them!"

"These guys are really arrogant. They don't even bother hiding after seeing us?"

"Damn it, they're provoking us."

Through his telescope, Wright saw the pirates waving toward the warship. Some were even standing at the side of their ships and urinating in the warship's direction.

Soon, Major General Kolov, who was in charge of the escort mission, also arrived on deck.

Kolov's expression turned grave as he asked, "Is Golden Lion over there too?"

"We haven't found Golden Lion for the time being. We've already spotted the Pluton," Major General Robert replied.

Golden Lion's main ship, the Pluton, was easy to identify. A huge golden lion's head adorned its bow.

Watching the Pluton speeding across the water, Garp muttered, "That guy's as arrogant as ever."

Although the Rocks Pirates had been destroyed, the remnants of the Rocks Pirates were rising rapidly.

Whitebeard established the Whitebeard Pirates, Big Mom established Whole Cake Island, Kaido established the Beasts Pirates, and Golden Lion established the Flying Pirates.

The most notable were Golden Lion and the Flying Pirates.

The Flying Pirates currently possessed the most pirate ships in the New World, as well as the largest manpower. They were the most qualified to ascend to the position of an overlord.

Sakazuki coldly watched the Flying Pirates.

He had encountered this kind of provocation many times during his two years in the New World.

However, he had no way to respond.

The higher-ups in the Marines and the World Government seemed to have other plans. They were unusually "gentle" toward pirates.

Therefore, Sakazuki had now learned to remain silent.

He knew he had no say in the matter.

Watching Sakazuki's reaction, Victor understood why Sakazuki would become increasingly "withdrawn" over the next few years.

The trials of the New World had not only given him more combat experience; they had also taught Sakazuki restraint.

His temperament had become like a dormant volcano. He appeared calm, but in reality, he could erupt with destructive energy at any moment.

As for Borsalino?

Victor discovered that Borsalino was yawning.

It seemed he was already used to it and knew how to adapt.

Victor looked at Kizaru and the others. Their expressions were calm as well, clearly showing that they had adapted.

Only the newly graduated youngsters like Wright and Connor were clenching their fists and fuming in silence.

They had joined the Marines to exterminate pirates!

Yet the pirates were right before their eyes, and they were being allowed to leave unchecked. This was completely different from what they had expected.

At that moment, Victor said to Kolov, "Can I attack them?"

Wright and Connor looked at Victor with anticipation and admiration.

They hoped Kolov would answer, "Yes."

Kolov looked at Victor but still shook his head. "There's no point."

The two sides were already beyond the maximum range of the warship's cannons.

Moreover, Golden Lion was about to become the overlord of the New World. If they provoked them, Golden Lion's retaliation would follow!

"Mm." Victor responded indifferently. He showed neither dissatisfaction nor disappointment.

Soon, the Flying Pirates accelerated and left the warship behind.

After the Flying Pirates departed, Kolov and the others left the deck and returned to the cabin.

Wright and Connor came to Victor's side.

Wright said unhappily, "I really want to wipe out all those scum."

Connor was not very talkative, but he was also extremely frustrated.

Watching the pirates leave arrogantly right before their eyes made him furious to the extreme!

Victor rested both hands on the railing and gazed at the sea. "Once I gain power, I'll make the world clean."

"Mm, we believe you, Senior." Wright and Connor looked at Victor's back without doubting his words.

At that moment.

Victor was writing furiously in his room. He was compiling his experiences and insights into How to Quickly Rise Through the Ranks.

From a new recruit to a colonel.

Victor was putting all his insights and experiences into the book.

Promoting himself was extremely important, and it would bring very high returns.

Victor wanted to build his own faction and followers through his own methods, gradually increasing his influence in the Marines.

Knock, knock, knock.

A knock sounded from outside the door.

"The door's unlocked. Come in," Victor said casually.

Wright and Connor opened the door and walked in.

Victor said calmly, "Wait a moment. I'm almost finished."

Wright and Connor exchanged a glance, then both turned their eyes toward the desk.

Victor had written a thick stack of drafts, at least dozens of pages.

After Victor put down his pen, he handed the original draft of How to Quickly Rise Through the Ranks to Wright and Connor. "I hope it can help you."

"This is..." Wright and Connor widened their eyes when they saw the contents on the pages.

Victor said to them, "These are my experiences of advancing through the ranks. You can use them as a reference. I hope they'll be useful to you."

"Senior, you've been writing this every night these past few days." Wright had already noticed the dark circles beneath Victor's eyes.

Victor said indifferently, "If I promise to do something, I'll definitely do it."

"Thank you, Senior," Connor said gratefully.

He could tell from the manuscript that Victor had put a great deal of effort into writing it, sharing his own experiences and insights.

The section on getting along with superiors was especially detailed.

Victor said, "All right, take it back and read it. Your first year of the internship is very important, so I hope you'll seize the opportunity. After you finish reading it, remember to make several more copies. Perhaps it can help more people and keep them from feeling lost."

"Mm, mm. We will." As if they had obtained priceless treasures, Wright and Connor left with the manuscript.