Wrapping Up

Ten days later.

"We won."

On the live broadcast, Long Yi's lips curled up slightly, adding a hint of warmth to his stern face.

This was his first appearance before the people of the world after the complete campaign against the New World.

"Long live!!!!"

As soon as the Navy commander-in-chief finished speaking, civilians watching the Navy's broadcast across the world erupted into a sea of celebration.

They shouted at the top of their lungs, freely venting the joy in their hearts. Families with relatives in the military proudly boasted about their sons, nephews, and younger kin to everyone they met.

The destruction of the pirates was a glorious achievement worthy of being recorded in history!

Thank goodness, no one would ever again be able to persecute ordinary civilians like them.

"Long live the Navy! Long live Lord White Dragon!"

"It's time to celebrate!"

"My Coels, your vengeance has finally been avenged."

Shared fates, countless lives.

Some people were still shouting Long Yi's and the Navy's names, some had lost themselves in boundless joy, while others recalled the misfortunes of the past.

In short, the moment they learned of the New World campaign's total victory, joy outweighed everything else in the world.

"Your merits are outstanding, and you have the support of the people. It's time for me to step down."

From the other end of the Den Den Mushi came Fleet Admiral Sengoku's voice, filled with joy and comfort he could not conceal. The old man apparently felt no regret over handing over his supreme authority.

The complete annihilation of the pirates was a sight he had dreamed of seeing for countless years.

To be honest, he could die without regrets now.

"Retire, then. It's time for you to enjoy yourself."

Long Yi did not decline. In fact, he