Garp now understood Vic's intentions. Vic's preferred color was black, and he wouldn't mind calling Sengoku to mention it, but he really didn't want to rack his brains anymore; he didn't have the talent for it.
"Isn't the word "black" too direct? I saw in ancient books that people at that time used the word "Xuan" to describe black. It sounds nice and classy. I like this word!"
Vic needs to at least confirm the "Xuan" character with Garp first; the rest can be assessed once they reach headquarters.
"Alright! I understand. From this moment on, your internship on my warship, Marine Headquarters Rear Admiral Vic, has successfully concluded. I am very satisfied with your performance. I will call headquarters to report this matter later, and my recommendations will also be conveyed at the same time. Rear Admiral Vic, take your men and return to port! Hahahaha!"
Garp solemnly bid farewell to Vic, then burst into laughter. This laugh was probably one of satisfaction at seeing such an outstanding junior capable of standing on his own.
Apart from Vic still having some injuries, everyone else has basically recovered from the days Vic and Bullet fought and doesn't need to rest anymore, so Garp doesn't plan to waste any more time.
Vic's time was still very tight. He didn't know when the promotion quota for Marine Admiral would be announced, and he also had many tasks to do. Perhaps saving a day could save more people suffering from pirates.
Garp's last words were very serious and loud, immediately drawing everyone's attention.
After hearing Garp's words, they knew they would be parting ways soon, but they didn't feel any reluctance. They were all working at Marine Headquarters and could see each other often. The most important thing now was to escort Bullet to Impel Down.
Gion is in good condition, and with Vic by her side, the group of people who were worried earlier are now completely relieved. They have gone about their own business and are no longer all gathered around Gion. Now, only Rebecca is pushing the wheelchair, with Ain following beside her.
After transferring all the pirates imprisoned on the Dog-Head Warship to Tokikake's warship, the two warships parted ways while waving goodbye to each other.
The Dog-Head Warship continued its voyage deeper into the New World, while Vic's warship headed towards Paradise. Vic had officially graduated from Garp's command and would now have his own warship and team. Although he would still have to carry out missions assigned by headquarters, he would still have a great deal of freedom.
Half a day later, the crew on the Tokikake warship finally calmed down. So many exciting things had happened in the past few days, causing their emotions to rise and fall. They really needed some time to calm their restless hearts.
The warship was sailing on the vast sea, with blue sky and white clouds overhead. Their restless hearts finally calmed down, and the atmosphere on the warship was incredibly relaxed. They were not burdened by the mission to eliminate pirates, and with a strong figure like Vic in charge, their mood was no different from that of traveling at sea.
Vic pushed Gion's wheelchair to the bow of the warship, where they could see the first scenery appear on the horizon, feel the first sea breeze on board, and enjoy the widest view.
For patients like Gion who can only move their heads, this is the most suitable place. There are people talking and laughing around, and their eyes don't have to be idle. It's much better than lying in the cabin.
"What are you all doing here? Don't you have anything to do? What are you all doing standing around here? The patient needs fresh air! What are you all breathing in Gion?"
Vic looked at the group of people following behind him and said with dissatisfaction. His small team was all there, as well as Tokikake and Gion's girlfriends. He wanted to have a quiet talk with Gion, but how could he say some things with so many people around?
"It's alright! Everything has been given the orders; just follow the Eternal Pose!"
Tokikake laughed and said that, in fact, he was the one who commanded this warship. Gion and Vic's groups were guests, so Kakei was naturally in Tokikake of arranging things on the warship. Tokikake, Vic really couldn't refute what Kakei said. This was someone else's territory, and it was their freedom to go wherever they wanted. It was impossible for Vici to beat him up for this.
"How is Bullet? Is he awake?"
Vic didn't say anything else, but instead asked about Bullet's condition. When they were transferred, Bullet was still like a dead dog, showing no signs of consciousness. Vic had to personally move him onto this warship. Fortunately, Vic had regained his senses by then, otherwise he might have killed Bullet with a single blow.
"He's still not awake. If he's not faking it, then you've really hurt him badly. You're a real monster!"
Tokikake naturally had to be careful about the pirates on the warship, especially a vicious and powerful pirate like Bullet. He would check on him from time to time, fearing that Bullet might wake up and break free of his cage.
"Yeah, Vic! You're really strong! I heard you defeated Bullet with a sword in the end. How did you do that against a giant like that?"
Gion was slapped by Bullet and was critically injured, so she had no idea how Bullet was defeated. When she regained consciousness, she thought Garp had made the move. Later, after hearing Rebecca and the others' stories, she learned that Vic had killed Bullet in one move, but no one could understand that move, including Garp.
"It's actually a combination of my Devil Fruit powers and swordsmanship. You don't have my Devil Fruit abilities, so you wouldn't understand even if I explained it to you. Just focus on training. Isn't it a pleasant thing to see yourself getting stronger every day?"
Vic didn't go into detail about the move that defeated Bullet, because even if he explained it clearly, they would have a hard time understanding it. Perhaps the Vegapunk could understand the underlying principles.
Vic's move actually incorporated many elements; the Blood Wither Dry was not only wrapped with Haki, but also with Mind Power Coating that could weaken Haki defense, which was wrapped around the blade.
Then there's that insane speed. Not only did Vic use the Speed-Speed Fruit to accelerate Blood Wither, but he also used the Rumble-Rumble Fruit to simulate the acceleration field of a small Railgun.
Blood Wither is the cannonball in the cannon barrel. Accelerated by electromagnetic force and the Speed-Speed Fruit, Blood Wither's speed is ridiculously fast. Bullet can only slightly dodge to avoid vital points. Only through multiple superpositions can it break through that powerful Haki defense and finally pierce Bullet.
So when Vic said this move was hard to understand, he wasn't just making excuses for them; he genuinely couldn't explain it to them. Even the Vegapunk could only understand the Railgun and the Armament Haki wrapped around Blood Wither.
Each of these methods individually wouldn't be very effective against Bullet, but when Vic combines them, he can take down Bullet in one strike. This move is so powerful that he didn't dare use it on Garp before.