When the other trainee marines saw Vic, their initial panic turned into tension and curiosity. They all knew Vic, but not much about him.
The Navy has kept a lot of information about Vic hidden. They are also newcomers who have only been at Marine Headquarters for a short time. All they know is that Vic used to be a Navy officer, a very outstanding one, and is now a pirate, Shichibukai the government's control.
As for what happened in between, and how Vic became a pirate, they weren't very clear about the process. Several years had passed, and they had heard rumors that Vic was Zephyr's student, but when they asked Zephyr out of curiosity, they never received a definite answer. Now that they saw Vic come to rescue Zephyr, they were quite convinced.
"Professor Zephyr! It's been a long time!"
"Yes!"
After exchanging Zephyr Vic, the new recruits, hearing Vic's address, finally believed the rumors were true. However, they were puzzled as to why Instructor Zephyr was unwilling to bring it up. They were determined to ask again after Vic left.
Little did they know the complex emotions Zephyr experiencing. The World Government had forced Vic, with such exceptional talent, to leave, and he was truly heartbroken. Every time someone mentioned Vic, his heart would clench. What a promising talent! The only choice for the future Fleet Admiral! And just like that, he was gone. His heart sank, and he was unwilling to say anything more!
Vic and Zephyr chatted for a while about their recent situations. Meanwhile, Weevil and Miss Bakkin had already been chained up by the trainee marines, and both of them showed signs of waking up.
Vic went over and used his powers to wake the two up. He asked them a few questions, then said goodbye to Zephyr and disappeared from the warship. He knew it wouldn't be difficult to kill the two in front of Zephyr, but there was no need for it!
Even if the two are pirates, forcibly killing them would only displease Zephyr. Admiral Who Does Not Kill is no joke. In any case, the two are now powerless to resist, so Vic can leave with peace of mind. Even if they escape from Impel Down in the future, they will not be a threat to Vic. Zephyr's ordeal is over.
It was only after obtaining information from Bakkin that Vic learned why Bakkin and Weevil had only now appeared on the Grand Line. Bakkin, like Caesar Clown, Queen, Judge, was a mediocre scientist. Weevil was Colon created by combining her own genes with Whitebeard's genes.
However, her Colon skills were only so-so, which is why she created the dim-witted Weevil. In terms of technology, the super brain Vegapunk, who cloned Stussy using Bakkin's Colon, was much more perfect!
However, Whitebeard's genes were still strong. Even though Bakkin's skills were mediocre and Weevil was simple-minded, his body's talent was truly exceptional.
Previously, Weevil had been growing in a nutrient solution, and Bakkin had been guarding him all along, which is why Ban hadn't been able to find them for so many years.
Another reason is that Bakkin's laboratory is in the West Blue, not in the Grand Line. Ban's intelligence investment in the Four Blues is much less than that in the Grand Line, so they have not been discovered for a long time.
It wasn't until recently, when Weevil had matured, that Bakkin brought Weevil to the Grand Line. She also learned about the Shichibukai, a right that could be legally seized, which she also longed to possess. After learning how Doflamingo became Shichibukai, she became even more tempted.
She wanted to make Weevil famous, and she also wanted to blackmail the World Government into putting Weevil in power. Her plan was to kidnap a sufficient number of Marines for negotiations, so she and Weevil set their sights on this training ship.
Bakkin had no idea that this was a warship led by Zephyr; otherwise, she would have run as far away as possible. A former Marine Admiral was not someone she could easily mess with.
Bakkin had her sights set on the warship, and the people on board had their eyes on her pirate ship. What were the trainee recruits doing in the first half of the Grand Line? Weren't they there to gain practical experience fighting pirates who had just entered the Grand Line?
So when the two ships got close, a group of hot-headed new recruits, relying on their knowledge of a few moves, rushed onto the pirate ship with Six Powers. Although Weevil couldn't beat Zephyr, these new recruits were no match for him.
The recruits were quickly defeated by Weevil. Zephyr sensed something was wrong and tried to intervene, but Bakkin also saw Zephyr. She recognized the former Marine Admiral Zephyr and her heart sank. However, after glancing at the recruits lying on the ground, she made a plan. The recruits then became hostages, making Zephyr hesitant to act.
Seeing Zephyr's deep concern for the hostages' safety, Bakkin's eyes darted around as she came up with a new idea. She wanted Weevil to become famous quickly, and what could be faster than defeating a former Marine Admiral? Thus, the tragedy that occurred in the original story took place!
But now that Vic has arrived, all her plans have fallen through. She and Weevil are going to Impel Down." More than a decade of hard work and dedication have vanished in an instant. Bakkin's heart aches terribly!
Why did I run into Vic, Shichibukai? Why is Shichibukai like you meddling in the Navy's business? Believe me or not, I'll have my old flame Whitebeard beat you to death! I'll get my revenge on you after I escape from Impel Down!
1514 (the year of the Sea Circle Calendar )
With the title of Shichibukai, Vic has really become idle. Even the World Government rarely summons them, and even when they do, Vic's participation depends on his mood, just like Mihawk in the original work. His strength is there, and whether he participates or not depends on his mood.
That's because in swordsmanship, Mihawk was able to defeat Red-Haired Shanks, one of the Four Emperors, proving his strength. However, that's only in swordsmanship; in terms of overall strength, Mihawk is definitely inferior to Shanks.
On the other hand, Vic had genuinely defeated Big Mom, and his strength was beyond that of an ordinary Shichibukai. As for the World Government's summons, it really depended on their mood.
Furthermore, Vic becoming Shichibukai was merely a gesture of respect to the World Government and a way to resolve the open animosity between them. The Five Elders couldn't do anything about Vic and could only pretend not to know, lest they embarrass themselves.
Another major event occurred that year. Three years had passed since Kaido became the World Government's recognized Emperor of the Sea, and Red-Haired Shanks, after years of fighting in the New World, finally became the World Government's recognized fourth Emperor of the Sea.
The Four Emperors of the New World had already taken shape, and many pirate crews and countries joined the Red Hair Pirates and were protected by them.
Compared to Kaido and Big Mom's methods of ruling their territories, Whitebeard and Shanks ' methods were more moderate. Of course, compared to the small amount of tribute Whitebeard Pirates, the Red Hair Pirates basically adopted a voluntary attitude.
They don't pay tribute or taxes. The expenses of their pirate crew are either from robbing other pirate crews and the World Government, or from donations voluntarily given by countries they are protected. Therefore, within Shanks ' territory, the Red Hair Pirates have unparalleled reputation and prestige, and enjoy the best popularity among the Four Emperors.
After Shanks became the fourth Emperor of the Sea, Vic saw the news and left Vic Titan Island to come to the Red Hair Pirates ' temporary base.
Since his assessment of the Shichibukai, Vic hasn't sought out Shanks for a sparring match again. Shanks was already no match for him then, and Vic, having surpassed Shanks, would only grow stronger; there was no longer any need for him to challenge him.
However, Vic would still occasionally go to Shanks for drinks. This time, when Shanks became the Emperor of the Sea, Vic went to congratulate him and get a good drink.