Chapter 517: Pirates occupying the Hive! (Two in one)
The news of the attack on Zephyr's fleet spread all over the world.
Tsugikoku Yoriichi, who was leading the fleet to Fishman Island, also learned about this through the newspaper.
The blue sea was sparkling, and Tsugikoku Yoriichi leaned against the fence, flipping through a newspaper in his hand.
The two photos published on the front page headline could not be ignored even if he wanted to.
"Ace, Sabo, have these two little guys grown to this level?"
"Zeff's training plan for the two of them was a little beyond my expectations. He gave them the devil fruit so early."
"I don't know whether this is a good thing or a bad thing for the two of them."
Yoriichi had a plan for the training of Ace and Sabo. He would feel at ease to place these two guys in the East China Sea, and let Garp be responsible for teaching because he believed in Garp's "teaching ability".
The guys he trained might not necessarily become an excellent navy, but they would definitely be able to cultivate a tough character and their future growth path would be smooth.
Although Ace and Sabo were brought back to the Marine Headquarters, Yoriichi was not worried that Ace's identity would be exposed. Yoriichi did that thing secretly, and very few people knew the truth.
Even if the high-level officials of the Marine Headquarters had some guesses, what could they do? Would they offend Garp for something "groundless"?
Even if Ace's identity was exposed, as the child of Pirate King Roger, the Marine Headquarters would definitely not execute him in a low-key and secret manner, but would announce it to the world in a big way and then execute him.
If it really came to that, it would be nothing more than Yoriichi going to the Marine Headquarters in person.
His successor Yoriichi was different from the old and weak Whitebeard, and his new navy was not like the Whitebeard Pirates of the past. Their strength was not comparable to that of an imperial group.
Compared with the personal safety of Ace and Sabo, Yoriichi was more worried that these two boys would not be able to fully exert their talents and abilities.
Ace is a man with the qualifications of a "king". If he is well guided and carefully cultivated, he will definitely be able to stand at the top of the world in the future and become one of the most powerful people in the world.
This is very important for the new navy.
On the surface, Ace and Sabo will be the leaders of the new generation of the Navy Headquarters in the future.
But in fact, these two guys are the successors chosen by Yuichi!
With the relationship with Lu Jiu and the identity of the guide, the Navy Headquarters has no way to compete with him.
"Don't let me down!"
"Ace, Sabo."
Yuichi gently rolled up the newspaper in his hand, looking at the calm sea, and a faint smile appeared on his face.
As the fleet sailed, a black shadow appeared on the sea level in the distance.
After several months of sailing, the fleet led by Yuichi Tsugakuin finally entered the waters of Reedchiled Island.
The crew on the lookout also saw the island in the distance and reported this to Yuichi Tsugakuin on the deck through the loudspeaker. The crew on the deck heard that they had successfully entered the destination waters and cheered.
Long-term life at sea has accumulated fatigue for the crew. They now want to step on solid ground, feel the life on land, and eliminate the fatigue accumulated for a long time.
Yunyi can naturally understand the mood of the crew. At this time, he will not go against the collective will. He smiled and ordered:
"After landing on the island, rest for ten days."
"Take advantage of this time, I will let the shipwrights of the branch inspect the warships, and coat the ships at the same time, and prepare for going to Fishman Island."
"During this time, you have a good rest, it is considered a holiday for you!"
Yuyi's words fell into the ears of the crew. After hearing this, the new navy with strict military discipline could not hold back the excitement in their hearts and cheered.
Even Robin, who was restrained in expressing emotions, showed a bright smile on her face after hearing this.
For Robin, sailing life is not much different from that on land. In fact, because of the long sailing distance, she has more time to read books and study academics.
But this does not mean that Robin likes the strong winds and waves on the sea. The sunny weather can naturally make people feel happy, but in the sea of the New World, this kind of good weather is a minority among the minority.
Wan Guo, Naval School.
Lu Jiu, who has now become a "life teacher" in the Naval School, has not seen her son for many years.
She clearly knew that her son was sent to the East China Sea by Yuichi Tsugaku. Although he was forced to separate from his son at a young age, Lu Jiu never complained, and she never asked about Yuichi Tsugaku.
Ace left his mother at such a young age, which was cruel for both Lu Jiu and Ace.
But Lu Jiu knew that this was for the good of her son.
From an emotional point of view, Lu Jiu actually did not want Ace to have too much contact with the new navy, not because she did not trust the new navy, but because she hoped from the bottom of her heart that her son could live a plain life.
What's wrong with an ordinary life? For most people in this world, such a life is something that many people cannot desire.
But reality also constantly reminds Luju that Ace is her son, yes, but he is also the son of Pirate King Roger.
Carrying the blood of the Pirate King and showing amazing talent since childhood, Ace is destined not to live a stable life like ordinary people.
Lu Jiu doesn't want to delay her child. Although she hopes that Ace can stay with her in the future, she also hopes that Ace can become a person with ideals and dare to take risks, just like his father.
Lu Jiu, with mixed feelings, restrained all her emotions, buried them deep in her heart and never showed them.
Until this day, she accidentally saw a newspaper about the attack on the Zefa fleet and the promotion of two little combat heroes to majors.
"Ace."
Lu Jiu, who was "checking the dormitory" in the military dormitory of the Naval Academy, looked at a newspaper on the desk. After picking it up and opening it, his eyes stayed on Ace's photo for a long time and couldn't move away.
In recent years, Ace has never written to Lu Jiu. Obviously, Ace himself knows that his identity is sensitive.
But even after so many years, Lu Jiu still recognized her son at a glance, and couldn't help but gently stroke the photo on the newspaper, a little dazed.
It turned out that Ace was sent to the Navy Headquarters by Tsugakuin Yoshiichi and even became Zephyr's apprentice.
Lu Jiu guessed that this might be the work of Tsugakuin Yoshiichi. Some senior officials in the new navy knew about the complicated relationship between Tsugakuin Yoshiichi and the Navy Headquarters.
Seeing her son become a lieutenant commander at a young age, Lu Jiu was happy but also a little heartbroken.
Strong strength can't just fall from the sky, right?
When Lu Jiu thought of the sweat that Ace had put in to gain such power, she felt heartbroken for her son's hard work.
But soon, the joy in her heart overwhelmed the heartache.
Becoming a lieutenant commander at the age of just over ten, it's not an exaggeration to say that he has a bright future. Lu Jiu was glad that her son didn't take the same path as Roger. The navy has a much better future than pirates, right? !
As for safety.
On this sea, people who fight for their future, whether they are navy or pirates, who is safer than who, isn't it obvious at a glance? !
Silently putting the newspaper back on the table, Lu Jiu adjusted her mood, walked out of the room, and continued her work.
Hiding her identity well is the greatest help to her son.
Lu Jiu, who was favored by Roger, is a smart woman, there is no doubt about that.
New World, Beehive Island.
This is the largest concentration of pirates in the New World. The leader here is named Wang Zhi, who was once a cadre of the Rocks Pirates.
Beehive Island was once the base camp of the Rocks Pirates. With Rocks' defeat by Garp and Roger, the Rocks Pirates, which once aimed to rule the world, also fell apart, and the powerful captains on the ship also left and set up their own camps.
And Wang Zhi led the remnants of the Rocks Pirates and occupied Beehive Island.
Beehive Island is very special. What is different from other islands is that the magnetic field on this island is a bit strange. The magnetic field of no island is connected to the air of Beehive Island. In other words, relying on ordinary pointers, there is no way to reach Beehive Island.
It was purely accidental that Rocks found Beehive Island. Over the years, only the permanent record pointer circulated on this island can guide people to find this island.
In today's world, in addition to the cadres of the Rocks Pirates back then and Wang Zhi's men now, I am afraid that only the Navy Headquarters and the World Government know how to get to this island.
After Rocks was defeated, the permanent record pointer he carried with him naturally became one of the trophies. Although the Navy and the World Government have been sitting on the pirates on Beehive Island for many years, the permanent record pointer will not be discarded.
Who knows, one day, they will use it? !
And this island that has never been reached has another foreign "guest" entering the port.
The boat docked, and Weevil, who was wrapped in bandages, jumped off the deck with a long knife in his hand. The movement of the port was noticed by the pirates in the nearby stronghold. In just a few minutes, hundreds of ferocious pirates holding sharp blades emerged from Beehive Island and rushed to the port.
Beehive Island. Beehive Island.
At the slightest movement, the pirates on the island swarmed out like bees in a beehive.
On Wilbur's head, there was a thin wounded man who was also wrapped in bandages. Light red blood was flowing out of the bandages. Both the mother and the son had a strong smell of medicine.
"Huh?!"
"It's really strange!"
"Why are there two mummies floating on the sea?!"
"Hahahaha, my luck is really bad! I came to the Beehive Island. Even if it's a mummy, I have to die again!"
The speaker was a middle-aged pirate holding a machete. He was nearly eight meters tall and nearly 50 years old. He was burly and naked with a strong muscle. His bald forehead reflected the light in the sun. When he spoke, the muscles on his chest squirmed, and the black devil tattoo looked a little hideous.
He didn't pay attention to the burly Wilbur, but shouted at the Bajin on Wilbur's body, his eyes full of teasing.
They were old acquaintances, and Steed Reese recognized Barkin at first sight.
He was once a crew member of the Rocks Pirates, and now he is Wang Zhi's most trusted ally. Although they are allies, Steed Ritz is different from real allies like Kaido and Charlotte Linlin. There is a certain superior-subordinate relationship between him and Wang Zhi.
Wang Zhi is his recognized successor. Apart from Wang Zhi, Steed Ritz treats everyone else with a condescending attitude.
This is even more true when facing Bakin in front of him.
She is just a woman who got to the top with the help of Whitebeard. She is not of the same level as him. What's wrong with mocking her? If you are unhappy, just kill her directly!
"I am Bakin, this is my son."
"Ritz!"
"Take me to see Wang Zhi, I don't want to talk nonsense with you."
Bakin's hoarse and low voice sounded. She seemed to be not very interested in people like Steed Ritz. When she spoke, her exposed eyes were full of bloodshot.
"Oh——"
"It's Ba Jin!"
"You want to see Captain Wang Zhi?"
"Ha!"
"How dare you, a mere traitor, ask Captain Wang Zhi?!"
Steed Ritz naturally knew that the man in front of him was Ba Jin. After pretending to be enlightened and talking to him for a few words, his attitude suddenly changed 180 degrees and he directly questioned him harshly.
As he spoke, Steed Ritz weighed the long sword in his hand and said with a smile:
"Ba Jin, you should know the rules of pirates."
"Since you have come to me, I won't be polite!"
"Ha ha ha!"
Steed Ritz smiled and said that his huge body dived directly and came to Weeble at a high speed. The chopping knife in his hand directly slashed towards Weeble.
"Get rid of one right now!"
Steed Ritz was excited, and his domineering aura surged. His speed was so fast that it was beyond the expectations of Bakin and Weeble. Seeing that the blade was about to cut Weeble, a cold voice suddenly sounded from behind Steed Ritz, stopping Steed Ritz's action:
"Stop, Ritz!"
Although the words were soft, when the person behind him spoke, a heavy pressure instantly fell on Bakin and others.
Steed Ritz's movement stagnated and he froze in place.
"Captain of the ship!"
Steed Ritz turned around and found that Wang Zhi slowly walked out of the crowd. The heavy breath pressing on him came from Wang Zhi.
Wang Zhi was nearly 60 years old, but he didn't look old. He looked like a middle-aged man in his early 40s. His body shape was quite "normal" among the pirates.
He was about 180cm tall, and he was the kind of person who looked thin when dressed and had flesh when undressed.
Wang Zhi had a handsome face and a refined temperament. He was holding a fishing rod in one hand and a bamboo basket in the other, smiling at Ba Jin who was not far away.
The friendly smile did not make Ba Jin relax at all.
Steed Reese was just a bunch of strong muscles. The harmless Wang Zhi in front of him was the most dangerous person on the island.
Ba Jin did not dare to be careless. She gently pressed her son's shoulder and said:
"Cooperation!"
"I'm here to talk about cooperation! Wang Zhi!"
Hearing Ba Jin's words, Wang Zhi glanced at the burly Weeble and smiled more:
"Cooperation--"
"Then there is no need to make the atmosphere so stiff."
"Let's go. We haven't seen each other for a long time. Let's catch up with old friends."
"I'm very interested in your appearance and want to hear what you mean by cooperation!"
