Once Again Shocking the Entire World

"If a commoner calls you a thief, even if you're Marine Admiral, Celestial Dragons, or even one of the Five Elders, you're still a thief!"

"The common people call you a soldier, and even if you are the greatest pirate in the world, you are still the best soldier."

Zephyr was stunned.

He had never heard such an argument before.

As a naval officer who had served for decades and had even trained so many officers, Zephyr instinctively wanted to refute such statements. However, for a moment, Zephyr found himself unable to refute them.

Sixty years ago, at the age of 14, he entered the Naval Academy at the same time as Garp (18), Sengoku (19), and Tsuru (17) in order to become a hero.

56 years ago, at the age of 18, I participated in my first real combat exercise.

46 years ago, at the age of 28, he was promoted to corporal and learned the Six Powers.

Forty years ago, at the age of 34, he was already a master of Armament Haki, capable of using "Armament Haki Hardening" with both hands, thus earning him the title "Black Arm" Zephyr.

36 years ago, at the age of 38, he was promoted to Marine Admiral and got married in the same year.

35 years ago, at the age of 39, my son was born.

32 years ago, at the age of 42, his family was murdered by pirates, which fueled his hatred for them. He offered his resignation but was persuaded to stay by his superiors. At that time, he still held onto hope for the Navy. He retained his rank of Admiral and later became an instructor. His first class of students included Akainu (23 years old) and Kizaru (26 years old).

Thirty years ago, at the age of 44, he trained his third class of students, including Aokiji (19 years old).

24 years ago, at the age of 50, he continued to train many outstanding naval personnel (including many well-known Marine Vice Admiral).

Nine years ago, at the age of 65, his training ship was attacked by pirates. All of his beloved students, except for Ain and Binz, were killed, and his right arm was also severely injured.

Four years ago, at the age of 70, scientists transformed his right arm into a mechanical arm called "Crusher," equipped with Seastone, to fight against Devil Fruit users. Soon after, he formed the "Pirate Guerrilla Force" to hunt pirates, and his students Ain and Binz joined the team.

One year ago, at the age of 73, he learned that the pirate who had severed his arm and killed many of his students had joined the Navy and become Shichibukai.

He then began to question and distrust the Navy and the World Government.

Because he simply couldn't accept that such a pirate could become Shichibukai, an ally of the Navy and the World Government...

What about his dead students?

What about those naval officers who bravely sacrificed themselves for justice?

Furthermore, as he grew older, his views on matters of the heart continued to change. In addition, his understanding of the World Government and the Celestial Dragons increased.

He had long harbored the idea of leaving the Navy and the World Government to form his own faction.

Wasn't their purpose in coming to North Blue this time to seize the North Blue and make it their base?

Little did anyone expect Cavendish to be a pawn in Moke's open game. And Germa 66 became a card in Moke's hand to lure him into a trap.

He truly deserved to lose.

Most importantly, given his position, he did indeed have some understanding of how Moke and his gang governed their territory. He didn't even need to inquire; his students and officers would proactively bring it up with him.

Zephyr fell silent if that were truly the case.

Perhaps, it really isn't a bad choice.

Unfortunately... he and Shuzo didn't participate with their own thoughts. However, at least Binz, Ain, Shuzo won't die.

Moreover, judging from Moke's style, perhaps none of his soldiers and trainees will die.

This might be the best ending for him.

One day later.

Marine Headquarters: Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru have returned from the Holy Land.

The group gathered in Aokiji's Fleet Admiral's Office.

Seeing Aokiji's solemn expression, Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru had a bad feeling.

At this moment, Aokiji was also in a dilemma.

Because he knew that Zephyr was a comrade-in-arms of Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru, and they had always had a very good relationship. Zephyr had even instructed Garp in physical combat and Haki... Their relationship was extremely close.

But now, he has just received intelligence.

Cavendish not only defeated Dalmatian, but also captured the North Blue Branch 66.

Moreover, he was actually just a pawn in Moke's open repertoire. And Germa 66...

Most importantly, Moke himself appeared in the North Blue and, with the assistance of Germa 66, defeated Zephyr. Even more importantly, Zephyr and Shuzo, along with a group of the Marine Academy students, joined the Moke Pirates.

Can you believe it?

I can't believe it!

In any case, he was completely dumbfounded when he heard this information.

Who is Zephyr?

Former pirate Admiral.

The chief instructor of the Marine Academy, many naval officers and soldiers were his students. This included himself, Kizaru, and even the deceased Akainu. Such a figure is a very special existence for the entire Navy.

His influence is no less than that of Garp, the naval hero.

No, it's even bigger.

Therefore, the impact of his Moke Pirates was enormous. Furthermore, with his arrival, Moke's situation in the North Blue has stabilized.

This foreshadows a complete disruption to the global order.

"Call..."

Aokiji took a deep breath and then said directly, "Zephyr, along with Shuzo and some other trainees, have joined the Moke Pirates."

"What?"

These words startled Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru, who jumped up from their seats.

Even the death of Akainu back then hadn't shocked them this much.

Real!

That's Zephyr!

After regaining their senses, Sengoku, Garp, and Vice Admiral Tsuru looked at each other in disbelief.

"Brush..."

The three of them then looked at Aokiji.

How could Aokiji not understand what they meant?

He said helplessly, "I can't believe it's true either, but I've checked it again and again. There's no mistake... I've even confirmed it with the students and instructors from headquarters who went to the North Blue with Zephyr. It's really true..."

"How is that possible?"

Sengoku, Garp, Vice Admiral Tsuru still couldn't believe it.

The three fell silent, but then they immediately understood what this meant, and their expressions changed drastically...

This is troublesome!

Vice Admiral Tsuru: "You just said that you've confirmed with headquarters the students and instructors who went to the North Blue with Zephyr? In other words, Moke didn't leave all the students and instructors behind, right?"

Aokiji nodded. "That's true, and according to intelligence, two-thirds of the instructors and trainees were released."

To be honest, he didn't quite understand what Moke was doing either.

Logically speaking, killing them or imprisoning them all would be the most reasonable course of action. After all, releasing these people would ultimately turn them into your enemies.

Since that's the case...

Preventing future troubles is the wisest choice.