Therefore, the mysterious man in black robes was also secretly observing the growth of some geniuses, hoping that they could become powerful beings at the God Realm in the future and fight against the Celestial Dragons with him?
Perhaps the mysterious man in black robes was also present when Roger broke through to the next level, but he couldn't stop the murderer? Did their struggle make Roger realize something, leading to his later warning?
That explains why the man in black robes saved Katakuri but didn't attack him; his performance was far superior to Katakuri's, and he had a better chance of breaking through to the God Realm and helping the man in black robes.
Vic recalled what Whitebeard had told him: the World Government is a very deep and complex entity! He probably meant the powerful beings at the God Realm. Whether he realized it himself or Roger told him, he couldn't know!
However, Whitebeard was still very kind to him. I just don't know if Whitebeard reached that level yet? Maybe he did but didn't dare to break through. Later, as he got older, he was covered in injuries and couldn't break through anymore.
Rayleigh's reminder to Vic stemmed from his high regard for him. He acknowledged Vic's character and talent, and feared that such a prodigy might encounter unknown dangers. Those of them who had been to Laugh Tale knew what had happened eight hundred years ago. Vic was now on their side and would definitely be a key player in the future great war, so Rayleigh didn't mind giving Vic some pointers.
Although Vic already knew about the existence of the God Realm, even more thoroughly than Rayleigh, he was still grateful for Rayleigh's words today.
Although the female Law God had left a message warning him to be careful when breaking through to the Law God, he had written it down after reading it, but hadn't paid much attention to it. However, with Rayleigh's reminder today, he realized how serious the matter was!
There are even powerful beings at the God Realm among the Celestial Dragons who specialize in assassinating geniuses who are expected to break through to the God Realm. This is something to be wary of. However, the Law God has already taken this into consideration. The trunk of the Soul Tree can isolate other Law God from the perception of Laws fluctuations, making it the most suitable place for a breakthrough.
" Rayleigh so much, Mr. Rayleigh, for telling me so many secrets. Well, I'll tell you one too. Captain Roger surrendered himself to the authorities because he wanted to leave behind an heir—a son, and he's perfectly healthy!"
Vic knew that Roger's death left Rayleigh and his old buddies with regrets. If he told them that Roger had left behind descendants before his death, perhaps their regrets would be lessened.
Vic wanted to change Ace's fate, so there was no need to hide his existence. However, for Ace's good growth, Vic did not plan to tell Rayleigh Ace his identity; it would be better to tell him later.
"What did you say? Is it true? Where is he?"
As expected, Rayleigh was extremely excited upon hearing Vic's words, even unconsciously crushing the wine glass in his hand. Roger's death was truly a great tragedy for them, and his eyes would blur with tears whenever he thought of it. Now that he knew his old buddy had descendants, how could outsiders understand the excitement and relief he felt?
"Of course it's true. Captain Roger asked Grandpa Garp to take care of that child while he was in prison. You don't need to worry about the child. He's doing quite well now and hasn't neglected his cultivation."
I visit him occasionally, and don't ask me where he is. You'll have a chance to meet again someday. Garp has been kind to me, and if this kind of thing is exposed, they will all be greatly affected!
You all know about the World Government's massive crackdown on pregnant women back then, right? They were after that mother and child, so not disturbing them now is truly for their own good!
Vic gave two convincing reasons: Garp's character, which Rayleigh, who had dealt with him for many years, knew very well; and the incident of arresting the pregnant woman, which caused a great uproar. Combining these, it was easy to make connections.
" Garp? If it's him, then it's not surprising. You're right, maintaining the status quo is the best protection for him. But this news is very important to us. Perhaps the person we've been waiting for is that child!"
Rayleigh gradually calmed down after listening to Vic's words. Roger's children could only grow up healthily in Garp's hands. If they were in their hands, they would easily be exposed, and the World Government and the Navy would not let it go easily. They might not be able to protect them.
Therefore, maintaining the status quo is the best course of action. Roger achieved such success at sea in his twenties, so he wasn't worried about Roger's children's future at all, and he had an even better impression of Vic, who had told him this news.
Before Vic could say anything, a black bat flew in from the bar entrance, clutching a yellow roll of paper in its claws.
The black bat, with its sharp, bloodshot eyes, flew straight to Vic, completely ignoring Rayleigh and Shakky were listening to the story. The two looked at the bat in astonishment, wondering why it had come, but it was clearly after Vic. Neither of them said anything.
Vic knew what it was; he had seen it before when he was on Shichibukai mission. He pulled the yellowed scroll from the bat's claw, opened it, and saw that the contents were the same as what Saturn had told him: Shichibukai contract!
Vic retrieved the prepared black dog blood from his Dimensional Space, flicked a drop onto the contract, and waited for the paper to absorb the blood before rolling it up and stuffing it back into the bat's claw.
He was already wary of the World Government, so how could he possibly sign a contract with his own blood? If the World Government had some strange ability that could be triggered by blood, then he was doomed.
Therefore, it's impossible for Vic to use his own blood. Plus, with his new understanding of the Celestial Dragons today, he's even less likely to use it. The Celestial Dragons are all old-fashioned!
Vic's caution was correct. The World Government had indeed planted a seed in the contract, and the future Seraphim be Colon using this blood. However, Vic and Vegapunk were friends, so even if Vic did use his own blood, Vegapunk would remind him, or perhaps not use his blood to Colon the Seraphim.
The yellowed paper roll was stuffed into his claws, and the black bat flapped its wings and flew out of the extortion bar. After resolving the Shichibukai contract issue and learning some incredible news, Vic felt he had gained a lot. He greeted Rayleigh and Shakky and then turned into lightning and disappeared from the bar.
We've already reconciled with the World Government, and there's nothing particularly urgent. I'll just need to build the all-metal pirate ship I've been envisioning in my mind when I have some free time, and spend the rest of my time training!
Vic possesses two abilities that haven't even reached the Awakening yet, so he's even further from the God Realm. He still has about ten years left, so he needs to seize the time to cultivate. Vic really wants to see just how strong the God Realm really is!
At the Marine Base in the Sabaody Archipelago, Vic's sudden appearance startled the patrolling soldiers. They breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing Vic's face. These were all veterans of the base; they had seen Vic back when he was still in the navy. Meeting Vic in this way now filled them with emotion, and they all felt regret for Vic's departure. But no matter how regretful they were, they could never go back!
"Where's your base commander? I need to see him. Take me to him!" Vic was here because the two billion Beli that Saturn had promised were stored here, and he was here to collect the money.
" Mr. Vic! Please... please come with me!"
They must have received orders from the base commander. They were unprepared for Vic's arrival, and Vic's sudden appearance startled them. After all, this was Sabaody, a chaotic place with many lawless pirates, which forced them to be on high alert.
Vic quickly met the base commander, Headquarters Vice Admiral led him to the secret room where the two billion Beli were stored. Then, under the Vice Admiral's shocked gaze, Vic casually waved his hand and put the gold and banknotes into his Dimensional Ring.
Vic was very casual, but this Vice Admiral couldn't understand Vic's actions at all. However, everything that couldn't be understood could be attributed to the Devil Fruit's ability. No Devil Fruit's ability is fully known unless a previous Devil Fruit user breaks through to the God Realm. In that case, the Law God would know all the development directions of that Devil Fruit, because the Law God is the one who has developed the ability to the limit and achieved a qualitative change!