Chapter 372
The next day.
Early in the morning.
The warm sunlight shone in from the huge French windows of the Marshal's Mansion that overlooked the Oval Naval Port, but the atmosphere in the spacious Marshal's office was particularly solemn.
Admiral Kong of the Navy Headquarters looked exhausted, and his usually hard and resolute face was a little tired due to the long journey.
Zhan Guo and Staff Officer Crane looked at the old man in front of them with expectation, stirring their hands a little uneasily, quietly waiting for Kong Kong, who had just returned from the holy land of Marijoa, to give an ideal answer.
"So... Marshal Kong?"
Kong Kong took out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from his face, lit a cigar for himself, took a deep puff, and then looked up at Zhan Guo and the other person in front of him.
A smile gradually appeared on his tired face.
"Although the process was not easy, the government finally approved it."
"Great!"
Zhan Guo clenched his fists excitedly, punched hard, and couldn't help shouting out loud.
Only when facing Steel Bone Sora in private, he, the admiral who was serious, wise and calm in front of outsiders, would reveal such a childish side.
Staff Officer Crane beside him couldn't help laughing and breathed a sigh of relief.
They knew very well that this time Marshal Sora went to the holy land of Marijoa, in addition to reporting work, he also had an important itinerary.
That was to apply for funding from the World Government to support the reconstruction of the Navy Headquarters Marinford, as well as the post-war treatment of the wounded and the pensions for the dead.
The Golden Lion's rampant invasion of the Navy Headquarters this time caused more than just the destruction of buildings and facilities.
Countless people's homes were destroyed and displaced, and many people directly lost their precious lives under the influence of the war.
In front of the top combat power on this sea, the power that can destroy the world, the lives of ordinary people are as humble as ants, and they have no power to resist at all.
In addition, facing the army of soul monsters summoned by BIG MOM Charlotte Linlin, the soldiers of the Navy Headquarters also suffered heavy casualties.
According to incomplete statistics, at least 50,000 civilians died in the Battle of Marinford, more than 15,000 navy officers died, and countless wounded.
In the past few days, Sengoku and Tsuru Staff have been overwhelmed and troubled by post-war compensation and reconstruction work, and basically have not slept.
However, a good cook cannot cook without rice, and the military expenditure of the Navy Headquarters is relatively tight.
This sudden war has dealt a heavy blow to the financial pressure of the Navy Headquarters.
In the absence of money and people, even Sengoku and Tsuru, who have superb wisdom, are helpless in the face of such a dilemma.
Now that Steel Bone Kong has finally asked for additional military funds from the World Government, the hearts of the two of them have been slightly relieved.
This is really great news!
The loss of life cannot be reversed, and the pain of the living is hard to erase, but if there is money, at least it can bring hope to people.
Steel Bone Kong smiled, and a dragon-like smoke came out of his mouth.
"During the time when I was away, how is the situation here at the headquarters?"
Speaking of business, Zhan Guo immediately restrained his smile and answered solemnly:
"Report to Marshal Kong, everything is normal here in Marinford!"
"The reconstruction work has been carried out step by step. Now that it has received financial support, the work of pensions and treatment of the wounded will also proceed unimpeded."
Steel Bone Kong nodded.
Zhan Guo's work ability is obvious to all. Putting aside the absolute combat power, Zhan Guo, who has strong comprehensive ability, is indeed the best candidate to take over his position as the Navy Marshal.
"By the way, how was the hearing of the three guys from Sakaski?"
He seemed to remember something, and his expression became a little strange.
"When I was in the Holy Land, I met those guys from the Inspection Department. I always felt that their attitude was a little strange and enthusiastic... and they kept praising Darren for being so outstanding..."
Hearing this, Zhan Guo and Staff Officer He looked strange.
"Marshal Kong, the hearing... well, it went well."
"I just don't know why, the guys who were originally attacking Darren changed their attitude drastically after receiving a call from Den Den Mushi."
"Is that so..."
Gang Gu Kong pondered for a moment, then shook his head and said:
"Forget it, this is not important."
"Darren has always been a safe guy, and he is able to deal with those arrogant officials, which is also his ability."
"There is another thing."
Zhan Guo said solemnly:
"Marshal Kong, please go on."
Gang Gu Kong pulledSmoking a cigar, he narrowed his eyes and asked, "Has today's training camp graduation ceremony been arranged?"
"Yes, Marshal Kong, reporters from major newspapers and magazines have arrived at the headquarters, and the awarding ceremony for Sakaski and the other three will also be held at the same time." Zhan Guo replied.
"Yeah,"
Cyborg Kong nodded, and then said:
"How is Zefa's arrangement?"
"Don't let the situation like the previous two sessions happen this time."
As if he thought of something, his expression was a little helpless and a little painful.
Zhan Guo's mouth twitched, and he said solemnly:
"Don't worry, Marshal Kong."
"Zefa has already told Darren, there should be no problem."
Hearing this, Cyborg Kong nodded slowly.
"That's good. Although this war ended with us finally defending Marinford, it was ultimately a tragic defeat."
"The casualties were severe, and the losses were incalculable... The overall atmosphere of the headquarters now seems very depressed and deserted, and the morale and will of the army are also very low."
"Holding a graduation ceremony for the training camp at this time, allowing Darren, the hero who protected Marinford, to stand up and say something inspiring, will greatly encourage the morale of the army."
"Of course, the overall propaganda should not be too intense."
"In the short term, the headquarters still takes "stability and progress" as its guiding principle. The core of our current work is to rebuild the headquarters as soon as possible and accumulate strength."
"At least in the short term, the headquarters is no longer suitable for starting a large-scale war again."
When he said the last sentence, Gang Gukong's old eyes flashed with a cautious light.
Although they managed to obtain additional military funds from the World Government this time, the amount was not sufficient to support the Navy to start a war again.
At least in the short term.
But the good news is that with the end of this war, the situation in the New World has become much more stable.
The Golden Lion has gone dormant again and disappeared.
BIG MOM and Kaido have also settled down.
Taking advantage of this short peace, the Navy can seize the opportunity to recuperate and restore its combat power.
The young generation like Sakaski, Borsalino and Darren have also gradually grown up.
As time goes by, the Navy's advantage over pirates will only grow.
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