" Vic! It's you! You've got me all nervous. I thought some madman was trying to attack our Marine Headquarters, and I almost slapped you. Turns out it's you, kid. Did you eat Logia Rumble-Rumble Fruit?"
Sengoku visibly breathed a sigh of relief, stroking his beard and saying irritably, "At this moment, Vic is dressed Thunder God in his full form, with lightning constantly striking him from the void, and the Thunder Drum floating behind him looks incredibly cool."
At this moment, Vic was the focus of everyone's attention. Not only did he have his own entrance special effects, but he was also in such a situation that it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was a god descending to earth.
The stunning effect left the new recruits below the stage speechless. Even the well-informed Garp and others were speechless. Your appearance and entrance have completely broken the fourth wall. You are completely out of place with everyone present. It doesn't seem like the style of this world!
"Yes! I was very lucky to obtain the Logia Rumble-Rumble Fruit during this training trip. Without the power of Devil Fruit, I really wouldn't have been able to arrive in time, haha!"
After finishing speaking, Vic patted Rebecca's head, who was smiling through her tears. Although lightning continued to strike him, it did not affect Rebecca at all.
This is exactly the kind of entrance Vic wanted; he wanted to make a name for himself in the Navy so that he could easily get a higher position later.
He believed that in a few days, his manner of making an appearance and his name would spread throughout headquarters, all the Marine Branch, and eventually to all parts of the sea.
Indeed, it was true. Vic's entrance was too dreamlike. First, he transformed into a thundercloud, with Mamaragan rushing and a huge momentum, like a natural disaster. Then all the Inazuma transformed into a giant of lightning, as if it was going to destroy the world. Then, in an instant, he transformed into human form. Finally, his Thunder God appearance was also so extraordinary!
They would never forget these scenes, and they felt uneasy if they didn't vent them, which also contributed to one of Vic's goals.
Furthermore, Vic had another goal: to make this constant being struck by lightning a regular occurrence. Since he now had the power of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit to conceal it, being struck by lightning at will wouldn't be a problem. It had been years since a user of the Rumble-Rumble Fruit had appeared on the high seas; who would know what that power was like?
Moreover, the Void Lightning has an accelerating effect on Vic's physical body and Haki. He is now lying there without doing any cultivation, and his results are no worse than those of other cultivators. It's just that unreasonable.
"It hasn't been that long, less than three months since you left the warship! To obtain a rare Logia Devil Fruit in such a short time, especially the Rumble-Rumble Fruit known for its offensive power, how long has it been since Rumble-Rumble Fruit Devil Fruit User appeared on this sea? Sengoku! Do you know that?"
Zephyr watched his prized disciple with awe. Some people never encounter an ordinary Devil Fruit in their entire lives, while Vic found almost the strongest Devil Fruit in just a few months.
Vic was already highly talented and quite skilled, and now this is just adding insult to injury; it's like they're making it impossible for others to compete.
"Yes! It seems there's never been a legend of a user with the Rumble-Rumble Fruit Devil Fruit User on the high seas. Such a powerful ability couldn't possibly remain unknown, but I've never heard of it at all."
It's certain that nothing like this has appeared in centuries; this kid really hit the jackpot! But the Navy has gained another powerful Logia user—that's great news, a blessing for the Navy!
" Vic, you've come back just in time. All of this is yours. From now on, you'll be Marine Headquarters Rear Admiral. First, go work as an adjutant on that old man Garp's ship. When that old man thinks you're ready to lead a team independently, Headquarters will help you build your own warship and team."
After finishing speaking, Sengoku handed Vic's epaulettes and Vic to him.
At this moment, the other Elite Camp trainees below the stage had not yet recovered. Mainly because Vic had been on the same boat as them just three months ago. Although there was a big difference in strength, at least their status was the same.
But three months later, not only did Vic become Rear Admiral in his unit, but his outward appearance also became somewhat unapproachable, as if he were from two different worlds.
Only a few members of Vic's team were truly surprised and delighted. The stronger Vic was, the easier it would be for them to face the Big Mom Pirates.
The most troublesome person is Big Mom herself, who is also the most crucial figure. She is naturally Vic's opponent. To put it bluntly, the whole battle is a fight between those two, and the outcome depends on them.
Therefore, Vic's importance becomes apparent, and naturally, the stronger he is, the better.
Vic took the epaulettes and cloak, fastened the epaulettes onto the cloak, and immediately took off his own black cloak, draping the Justice Cloak over his back.
When Vic puts on the cloak of justice, his whole demeanor changes. His righteousness cannot be hidden. He is the face of the Navy, a god who represents justice and wields thunder. He is definitely the face of the Navy.
" Vic! Come with me! Hahaha! You'll be one of my soldiers from now on, and I'll definitely take good care of you!"
Grandpa Garp cracked his knuckles and fingers, making a series of crisp sounds, and walked up to Vic with a smile on his face. It was unclear whether he was happy for Vic's increased strength or for the thought of having a durable human punching bag.
Anyway, he was all smiles, showing two rows of neat, white teeth, with a kind and honest look on his face.
Vic wasn't afraid; instead, he was somewhat excited. Before his Haki was Awakening, he had fought the old man twice, but he had no idea how much the old man had held back.
After all, he's a legendary Hero of the Marines, someone who can roam freely in the Navy, someone even the Pirate King has to run away from, someone who boasted about taking down Akainu. However, it's true that the old man beat up Akainu a while ago.
Vic wanted to fight such a powerful opponent. The old man was at least on par with Big Mom, and he was someone he would have to face in the future.
Vic didn't leave with Garp immediately. After handing him the items, Sengoku gave a concluding speech, but it's unclear how many people in the audience actually listened.
Vic's final appearance didn't feel like he was being awarded the rank of Rear Admiral; they would have thought it was more like his inauguration ceremony as Fleet Admiral. He was far more prestigious than those Celestial Dragons who just rode around riding slaves.
Finally, they left the front plaza in a daze. At this moment, their idols in the Navy began to change. What Akainu? A face like an ordinary passerby with dead fish eyes, all he knows is how to pretend to be profound!
What's with Aokiji? All he does is ride a bicycle on the sea and then sleep soundly on the ship. And what's with Kizaru? All he does is make a grand entrance by stepping on cannonballs and say "How terrifying!" Now that I see it, he really is too low-level!
The three figures were fading from their minds. Once Vic experienced a major battle to prove his strength, he would definitely become a die-hard idol for the lower-ranking marines, especially the female marines, who would absolutely go crazy for him.
Vic had always mingled in high society circles, associating with people like Marine Garp the Hero, the future Fleet Admiral Sengoku, former Marine Admiral Zephyr, Chief of Staff Tsuru, the future Marine Admiral Kuzan, the future Marine Admiral candidate Momousagi Gion, and Smoker. These were all, or would be, high-ranking figures in the Navy, so he naturally left with them.
It's quite necessary to have a banquet when everyone is gathered together, and Vic brought several members of his team along. He will mention later that they should come with him on the old man's ship.
Vic also sent Rebecca to pick up Ain. If he didn't see her when she got back, Ain little one would definitely be angry.
The banquet was held in Garp's courtyard, which has always been a tradition. The last time Vic held a gathering here, Gion was also there. At that time, Gion was already Rear Admiral general. Now he has caught up with us.
The two are now at the same level, but Gion is still on a mission with Tokikake in the New World. I wonder if Kake has Tokikake his feelings to her yet. Thinking about this makes Vic feel a little uneasy. He wants to go to the New World with the old man as soon as possible.