Ch. 481Persuading Vice Admiral Tsuru
Key Plot Points and Events
- Huanglong tries to subvert the dovish Marines in the G1 Branch, offering to fund a New Marines independent of the World Government.
- Vice Admiral Tsuru, the former Marine Chief of Staff, and Major General Peacock, her granddaughter, discuss this proposal.
- Tsuru considers the idea, weighing the survival of her loved ones and the Marines' future against the World Government's orders.
- Tsuru decides to take control of G1 Fortress and confront Sengoku the Buddha, aiming to persuade him to join the New Marines.
Character Developments
- Vice Admiral Tsuru: Contemplates and accepts Huanglong's offer, prioritizing her loved ones' safety and the Marines' future.
- Major General Peacock: Shows strategic thinking and a willingness to work with Huanglong for the greater good.
- Sengoku the Buddha: Maintains firm beliefs in the Marines' supremacy but could be persuaded by Tsuru's actions.
Significant Themes
- Survival vs. Loyalty: Tsuru balances her loyalty to the Marines and the World Government with the need to ensure her loved ones' safety.
- Power Dynamics: Huanglong uses his influence and resources to sway the dovish Marines, challenging the World Government's authority.
- The Future of the Marines: Characters grapple with the potential outcomes of aligning with Huanglong or sticking with the World Government.
Character Interactions
- Tsuru and Peacock: Granddaughter and grandmother work together, with Peacock providing insights and influencing Tsuru's decision.
- Tsuru and Sengoku: Tsuru plans to confront Sengoku, using her knowledge of him to persuade him to join the New Marines.
- Huanglong and Peacock: Huanglong praises Peacock's actions and offers her reassurance about her loved ones' safety.