Although he knew that the Revolutionary Army's headquarters was in Baltigo, and that Kuma was most likely there as well, he couldn't just take the warships there directly. The Revolutionary Army was destined to become a major force against the Celestial Dragons, but they were still very weak at the moment. If they were exposed, they would be finished.
"Yes"
Apart from Rebecca and a few others, the other marines sprang into action. Some went ashore to inquire about the situation, while others went back to their cabins to change.
Vic immediately unleashed his Observation Haki, enveloping the entire island, but he didn't detect any humans with powerful auras. Kuma wasn't in this country. Although he was somewhat disappointed, he still waited on the warship for intelligence from the marines.
Half a day passed, and the marines hadn't gotten any useful information, but one of them, who had changed into civilian clothes, had a little bit of news.
It's on the southern coast of the Sorbet Kingdom, where there's an old church where Kuma and a young girl once lived.
The Kuma's enormous size was impressive, and he often treated the elderly for their pain in the church, so Kuma was quite famous in the southern part of the island. Therefore, Vic took Rebecca and the others to the church in the southern suburbs where the Kuma used to live.
"There's no one in the church! But it's very clean inside; someone must clean it regularly. Could that person be Bartholomew Kuma?"
"No rush, let's ask the local residents later to see if the Kuma comes back regularly."
When Vic arrived at the church, it was empty, but the interior was neatly arranged. Although Vic had only brought Rebecca and a few others with him, their righteous cloaks were still conspicuous. A large number of civilians had already gathered not far away to watch the spectacle, and whispers could be heard everywhere.
"It's the navy!"
How did they end up in this church?
"Are you here to capture Kumachi and Ginny?"
"Very likely, I've heard they've become Revolutionary Army!"
" Kumachi and Ginny are such good people, why are you arresting them?"
"They may be good people, but the Revolutionary Army is against the World Government, and they've been wanted and have bounties on their heads for a long time!"
"These sailors are utterly incapable of distinguishing right from wrong! They don't arrest such a wicked king, but instead arrest two innocent people!"
"Yes! Many of us have been treated by Kumachi, and we didn't even ask for money. Such a gentle and kind bear is wanted and has a bounty on his head. Sigh! What kind of world is this!"
"If they ask about Kumachi and Ginny later, we absolutely cannot say anything. If we don't get any information from them, the Navy will leave!"
"Yes! It's a good thing these sailors didn't come when Kumachi returned. The officer leading them looks familiar; he must be a very strong sailor!"
Although the civilians were talking very softly, Vic was no ordinary person; he had already activated his Observation Haki and received all their conversations.
Vic was naturally aware of the World Government and the Navy's stance, which was nothing new to him, but Rebecca and the others couldn't stand hearing civilians discussing these matters.
They were protecting civilians, yet now they were being criticized by them. Their faces were burning red with embarrassment; they wished they could disappear into the ground. This was accusing them of aiding and abetting evil right in front of their own faces. The righteous women were deeply ashamed.
"We're not here to arrest anyone, and you shouldn't overthink it. Just uphold the justice in your hearts. Our justice isn't determined by others' opinions, but by our own actions. Just be true to yourself."
Seeing Rebecca's embarrassed blush, Vic said softly, "Among them, Rebecca is the one who most firmly believes in the Navy's justice!"
Vic knows what the Navy is— the World Government's henchmen—so he only follows his own sense of justice, a value system shaped by his upbringing and experiences in his previous life.
If the World Government says someone can't be killed, and he thinks there's a way to die, he'll kill them, even if it's not allowed openly, he'll kill them secretly!
Barnett felt embarrassed because of the honor of the Navy, and Wendy, as a princess, felt ashamed to say that the king was a bad person to these commoners. Only Frodeku looked normal. He only recognized Vic as a person and not the World Government or the Navy. As for Ain, he couldn't hear the conversation at all.
"Lord Dark Dragon! It really is you! I am King Bekori of the Sorbet Kingdom!"
I just received news that your warship has arrived in my country and is inquiring about a criminal. I rushed out of the palace to confirm, and it really is you!
You must come with me to the palace. I will treat you with the highest honors. This place is all slums, dilapidated and nothing to stay in. Lord Dark Dragon! Please come with me to the palace!
Just as Vic was about to inquire about the Kuma from the surrounding civilians, a group of people arrived at the church, escorting a rather luxurious-looking carriage in the middle!
When Vic looked over, he saw a young man with a crown, Jianzui, a monkey-like face, and a mean expression stepping down from the carriage.
This man was none other than Bekori, the current king of the Sorbet Kingdom. After getting off the carriage, he rushed to Vic, rubbing his hands together and speaking to Vic with a fawning expression.
Bekori was able to know Vic thanks to the uniformed navy soldiers. They were noticed by the guards while inquiring about the Kuma, and they quickly found out which naval commander had come to the Sorbet Kingdom.
Upon hearing that it was Marine Vice Admiral Dark Dragon, who Bekori currently enjoying great power and influence, and that he was looking for the monster Kuma who had rebelled against his rule, Bekori immediately became excited and left the palace to curry favor with Dark Dragon.
Because his previous rule had been overthrown by the Revolutionary Army, he was forced to wander abroad, which was extremely miserable. He was only able to regain his throne with the help of the World Government and the Navy.
Therefore, his attitude towards the Navy had reached the point of fawning. He was not like a king ruling a country at all, but more like a subordinate of the Navy. So he was endlessly flattering Vice Admiral Bekori of the headquarters, Dark Dragon!
How much do you know about Bartholomew Kuma?
Vic ignored Bekori's invitation. He knew from the commoner's words that this king was no good, and he naturally wouldn't associate with him.
"Reporting to Lord Dark Dragon, Bartholomew Kuma participated in a national rebellion five years ago and was captured by me. After that, he was rescued and joined the Revolutionary Army of the evil group. Since then, there has been no news of him in this country!"
That's all I know, Lord Dark Dragon! What has he done this time? If you catch him, you must kill him immediately. This man is too wicked; he's always thinking of creating internal strife and rebellion in the country. He's an absolute dangerous element!
Seeing that Vic was completely unresponsive, Bekori knew that this was a difficult Marine Vice Admiral to deal with, so he embellished the story with what he knew and didn't know. He hated the Revolutionary Army Revolutionary Army to the core, and his exile overseas was due to them. So he would definitely take the opportunity to kill the Revolutionary Army!