Whitebeard Jr.. joins the Shichibukai!
Gion's pupils contracted, and she exclaimed in surprise.
After Luo Wen reduced the Shichibukai to only Bartholomew Kuma and Hawkeye, she anticipated that the Shichibukai would inevitably be replenished.
Whitebeard Jr., who had a considerable reputation on the high seas, was a popular candidate she had in mind.
She was still shocked when she actually saw Weevil join the Shichibukai.
"This guy cut off Admiral Zephyr's arm and killed hundreds of elite Marine students, and he actually got into the Shichibukai!?"
"The Fleet Admiral Sengoku did something stupid this time."
Gion offered a blunt and sharp critique.
The addition of such a vicious pirate to the Shichibukai has dealt a significant blow to the reputation of the Navy.
How can a notorious pirate who killed hundreds of elite naval students become Shichibukai? What are the naval commanders supposed to think?
The students in Zephyr's elite training camp are all Major.
It can be said that Weevil's sneak attack wiped out hundreds of naval officers, equivalent to at least three G-5 Branch.
They are the Navy's irreconcilable enemies.
Furthermore, Admiral Zephyr lost an arm. What must Admiral Zephyr thinking? What must Zephyr Admiral students be thinking?
Three Admirals Kizaru, Akainu, and Aokiji, along with elite Vice Admiral such as Hōshō, Onigumo, and Momonga —these pillars of the Navy—were all students of Zephyr and received Zephyr tireless instruction.
Even she had received training from Zephyr and could call Zephyr "teacher".
"How could they do this? Letting such a scoundrel join the navy! Fleet Admiral Sengoku must have lost his mind!"
Gion said indignantly.
Even though she had left the navy, she couldn't help but feel indignant upon seeing the news.
She felt sorry for her former comrades and Admiral Zephyr, and for the soldiers who fought valiantly against the pirates.
Is Whitebeard Jr.. really worth sacrificing the dignity of the entire Navy for his power?
Which of Zephyr's three Admiral students couldn't beat up a mere Whitebeard Jr.?
"I think the Sengoku was also forced into it; this kind of terrible strategy was most likely still employed by those same few old men."
Luo Wen pointed to another eye-catching headline in the newspaper and said with a smile.
[The God of Scientific Defense, Lucy Saint Saturn, issues the order: "The Navy has once again gained a powerful ally; we are still thriving!"]
Only these five old men, who are known for their blunders, would come up with such a terrible idea.
According to the newspaper reports, the Five Elders are still happy about the addition of Whitebeard Jr..
"I think so too. Even if Fleet Admiral Sengoku were confused, he wouldn't do something so foolish with Sister He by his side!"
Gion agreed with Luo Wen's view.
Although Fleet Admiral Sengoku enjoys eating senbei and often jokes around with old man Garp, he is quite reliable when it comes to serious matters.
"It's all those five old men's fault, I can't blame them for everything!"
Gion said through gritted teeth.
She hadn't forgotten that she still had a huge bounty of 3 billion Beli on her head, thanks to the Five Elders.
Although it was a trap set by Luo Wen, treating a Navy admiral Admiral like this was still too outrageous.
Only the Five Elders, who don't even regard the Navy as human beings, would come up with such a despicable idea as to have Whitebeard Jr.. join the Shichibukai.
"Don't be angry." Luo Wen gently patted Gion's back, comforting her, "This is actually a good thing for us. The World Government doesn't value your former colleagues, but we, the Neo Marines, are desperate for talent. Bringing those naval commanders over would be a win-win situation, wouldn't it?"
"Yes, bring over Professor Zephyr, and bring over Hōshō and Momonga too!" Gion said with a sneer. "I want to see if it's worth losing all of this to win over a Whitebeard Jr..!"
"Then let's prepare ourselves and let the bullets fly for a while longer."
"Luo Wen said with a smile."
The news of Whitebeard Jr.. joining the Shichibukai has just broken, so we should wait and see how things develop before stepping in to clean up the mess.
"Okay, I'll go back and prepare right away!"
Gion nodded in agreement, ready to make a big splash.
"I'll also be thinking of some plans. You just need to handle Neo Marines, and don't overwork yourself."
I can't help it Luo Wen said with concern.
He knew how busy Gion, and having another job on top of that made it even more unbearable.
Even though I've now become Heroic Spirit Body, and can use magic to compensate for physical exhaustion, the mental fatigue is no joke.
"No, let's leave her be. Let Hina hold on for now. I believe in her potential."
Gion waved his hand dismissively and said...
Her eyes seemed to say, "I'll endure any more Hina; I'll bear the infamy!"
Luo Wen could see through this as well, and could only offer the advice, "Don't let Hina get too tired."
He didn't know how effective his advice would be, and could only silently mourn for Hina.
Since their relationship wasn't close enough, Hina naturally didn't transform into Heroic Spirit Body. As a mortal, she would likely have to endure 007's torment for a while.
"Don't worry, she'll be fine."
Gion nodded in agreement and returned to Neo Marines's office, full of fighting spirit.
Hina is my best friend, she wouldn't be too cruel, at most she'll just be exhausted.
He quickly delegated his usual official duties to Hina, while he buried himself in thinking about how to recruit Admiral Zephyr and several other elite Vice Admiral.
"Gion- neechan, I can't do it!"
Hina looked at the documents on the table, which were taller than a person, and said with a bitter face.
Her workload was already heavy, and with the even heavier workload in Gion, it was going to be exhausting.
Gion first explained her plan to poach talent, then said earnestly, "Once Admiral Zephyr and the others arrive, you'll be in a much easier situation."
"..."
Hina looked at Gion with resentment, like a sweatshop worker looking at a heartless boss.
Could this pie in the sky be any more perfect?
You previously said that she would be relieved once the situation in Dressrosa stabilized.
But now, I'm busier every day, there's no time to relax!
"I'll walk the path I chose, even if it brings tears!"
Hina silently encouraged herself, burying her head in the towering pile of documents.
I just hope that Professor Zephyr and those elite Vice Admiral will actually be recruited.
Even if it were just one person, let alone all of them, it would be worthy of her hard work.