#231 - The intimidation of the Grandmaster-level domineering aura!
With Zhao Zheng's rank settled, the meeting wasn't over.
Next.
Everyone began discussing the war deployment for tomorrow.
The others voiced their opinions.
Zhao Zheng listened from the side without saying a word.
After all, he had just been promoted to lieutenant general, and it wouldn't be appropriate for him to start bossing around in such a war.
Originally, Zhao Zheng planned to talk to Fleet Admiral Sengoku in private after the meeting.
Unexpectedly.
Fleet Admiral Sengoku frowned as he listened to everyone's suggestions.
Suddenly, he looked at Zhao Zheng and asked, "Lieutenant General Zhao Zheng, do you have any suggestions?"
Zhao Zheng was stunned, and his eyes immediately lit up.
It was like a pillow being delivered just when he was feeling sleepy!
Since Fleet Admiral Sengoku had asked, he certainly wouldn't be polite.
If Fleet Admiral Sengoku adopted his suggestion and they won the war, some of the credit would definitely be attributed to him.
His teacher had explicitly said this.
"Fleet Admiral Sengoku, in a war like this, a newbie like me isn't qualified to offer opinions, right?"
Although Zhao Zheng had ideas, he couldn't be too obvious, lest he be disliked, so he deliberately said it humbly.
He believed Fleet Admiral Sengoku would follow the script.
Sure enough, Fleet Admiral Sengoku heard that Zhao Zheng had ideas and immediately said, "You are now a high-ranking officer in the Navy. As a high-ranking officer, you can offer advice to the Navy."
"Alright, I do have some ideas…"
"You…"
Doberman originally wanted to say, 'Just you alone?'
But the words were on the tip of his tongue when he remembered that the person in front of him was an unbelievably strong monster. He immediately swallowed back what he wanted to say.
"Lieutenant General Zhao Zheng, I admit you are strong, but you absolutely cannot stop those pirates alone," Doberman said, "Don't forget, besides Whitebeard himself, his commanders are all strong."
"Alright," Fleet Admiral Sengoku said, "Let's hear Lieutenant General Zhao Zheng's thoughts first!"
Zhao Zheng then said to everyone, "I believe that in a war like this, ordinary Navy soldiers are completely useless. Sending them into battle will only turn them into useless cannon fodder!"
"With Whitebeard's strength, how many soldiers will die if he goes berserk on the battlefield?"
Everyone naturally understood this.
However, Whitebeard was the strongest in the world! None of the people present had the confidence to confront him.
In this situation, using lives to exhaust Whitebeard became the only strategy.
Everyone thought that this Zhao Zheng was probably a blockhead who didn't understand these things.
Unexpectedly.
Zhao Zheng smiled and said, "I know what everyone is thinking, wanting to use a human wave tactic to exhaust Whitebeard's stamina."
"I think it's completely unnecessary!"
"Just leave Whitebeard to me!!"
Zhao Zheng spoke the last sentence with extreme confidence.
Everyone was shocked upon hearing this.
Everyone subconsciously thought that Zhao Zheng was boasting, but after thinking carefully, this kid might really have the strength to contend with Whitebeard.
Zhao Zheng continued, "Those ordinary soldiers all have families waiting for them to return. Let's avoid this unnecessary sacrifice for them!"
As soon as these words came out, the gazes of many generals in the good camp changed slightly as they looked at Zhao Zheng.
They felt that Zhao Zheng deserved the name "Benevolent General!"
They also admired Zhao Zheng very much.
Some agreed, and naturally some opposed.
Akainu did not agree with Zhao Zheng's idea: "Our Navy's destiny is to fight to the death with pirates. Even if we lose our lives in the process, it is an honor!"
"They should have had this awareness the day they put on the Navy uniform!"
"The Navy Headquarters doesn't need cowardly Navy soldiers!!"
Hearing this, Zhao Zheng was speechless.
Worthy of being the extremist Akainu to say such things.
"The Whitebeard Pirates' power is no weaker than our Navy Headquarters."
Chief of Staff Tsuru also expressed her opinion: "Even if you can resist Whitebeard, the remaining large number of pirates are still a huge threat to the Navy Headquarters. The Navy absolutely cannot lose this battle. Withdrawing ordinary Navy soldiers is not a wise choice."
Everyone nodded upon hearing this.
Tsuru's speech hit the nail on the head.
The whole world was watching this battle, and the Navy Headquarters couldn't afford to lose.
Even Fleet Admiral Sengoku nodded slightly.
Seeing this, Zhao Zheng knew that he had to come up with enough persuasiveness…
"Alright! The real reason I proposed withdrawing ordinary Navy soldiers is because I have this…"
As soon as he finished speaking.
Zhao Zheng suddenly stood up.
The next moment.
An indescribable aura appeared from his body and then boiled over!
The pupils of his eyes even turned crimson red.
Immediately afterward, a terrifying domineering aura emanated from his body, sweeping across the entire Marine Headquarters like a hurricane.
Even crimson lightning appeared in the void!
Conqueror's Haki!
And it was a master-level Conqueror's Haki!!
"Thump! Thump!"
The sound of Navy soldiers fainting and falling to the ground came from outside.
As for the Navy high-ranking officers in the conference room, they were all strong, so naturally they wouldn't be stunned by Zhao Zheng's domineering aura.
However, at this moment, these high-ranking officers all looked like cats with puffed-up fur, displaying an extremely serious stance.
"This is… Conqueror's Haki?"
"How can he have such strong Conqueror's Haki?"
"Just what kind of monster is this guy?"
Even the proud Akainu showed a hint of shock in his eyes as he looked at Zhao Zheng at this moment.
Armament Haki and Observation Haki have almost become standard equipment for the strong.
So it's not surprising.
But!
Conqueror's Haki is different.
This is a domineering aura that can only be born in strong people with the qualifications of a king. It belongs to being born with it and cannot be obtained through acquired cultivation.
The number is extremely small!
Even in the Marine Headquarters at this moment, with so many top experts, there is only one person who truly possesses Conqueror's Haki.
That is Fleet Admiral Sengoku!
Akainu, Kizaru, and Garp, these top powerhouses, do not have Conqueror's Haki.
And Fleet Admiral Sengoku's Conqueror's Haki is not high-level, and it cannot be compared with Zhao Zheng's at all. Perhaps it can't even be released now because of his old age…
Therefore, everyone was very shocked to see that Zhao Zheng possessed such a strong Conqueror's Haki.
Such a level of Conqueror's Haki is probably comparable only to the Four Emperors.
Fleet Admiral Sengoku was even shocked to stand up...
He was just about to say something.
At this moment, Zhao Zheng withdrew his Haki and returned to normal.
Then, he spread his hands and said, "I will use Conqueror's Haki on the battlefield. I believe that most of the Whitebeard Pirates will not be able to withstand my Haki impact!"
"Similarly, those ordinary soldiers may also be unable to resist..."
Hearing this, everyone suddenly understood.
No wonder this kid didn't want ordinary Marine soldiers to go into battle.
It turned out he was afraid of accidentally injuring friendly forces!
...
After Zhao Zheng released his powerful Conqueror's Haki, no one objected to his suggestion anymore.
If possible, everyone also hoped that the number of casualties in this battle would be smaller...
Therefore, his suggestion was passed unanimously!
However.
After the meeting ended.
Fleet Admiral Sengoku took out a Den Den Mushi and contacted an unknown big shot, hoping that the other party could dispatch CP0 to investigate all information about Zhao Zheng...
Zhao Zheng didn't know about this, and even if he did, he wouldn't care.
As long as it doesn't affect his plan, investigate as you please!
Around 2 PM.
On the square, many new Marine recruits were attending a lecture.
The lecturer was a Captain, mainly explaining the precautions on tomorrow's battlefield and teaching everyone how to identify the instructions issued by the higher-ups.
Suddenly.
A Lieutenant Commander came with people and stopped the Captain's lecture.
At the same time, the Lieutenant Commander also announced to everyone:
"All ordinary soldiers below the rank of Petty Officer will leave the headquarters before dark tonight and go to the branch to await orders!"
As soon as this order came out, countless Marine soldiers present were somewhat surprised.
They had all realized that there would be a fierce battle tomorrow.
Unexpectedly, before the war arrived, the higher-ups transferred them away?
What's the situation?
Not to mention those native soldiers who couldn't figure it out.
Even those Awakened Ones were a little confused.
"What's the situation? Why are so many troops being transferred for no reason?"
"And they're being transferred outwards? What? Is tomorrow's battle canceled?"
"What about our mission?"
"It's impossible to cancel it. Something must have happened."
"Damn it! During the previous test, I didn't get the rank of Petty Officer in order to conserve my strength... What should I do now?"
"Brother, my condolences! It seems you'll be returning empty-handed this time."
...
The Lieutenant Commander didn't care about the crowd's discussions at all.
After announcing the order, he didn't leave but came to a group of new recruits.
"Excuse me, who are Song Haitang, Wang Fei, and Chen Kai?"
In the crowd.
Wang Fei and Chen Kai stood up a little confused.
Song Haitang guessed that it should be a change brought about by Zhao Zheng, and her pretty face was calm.
Seeing the three of them stand up, the Lieutenant Commander said politely: "Please follow me, the Vice Admiral Zhao Zheng wants to see you!"
As soon as these words came out, the Awakened Ones present were a little surprised.
After Song Haitang and the three followed the Lieutenant Commander away.
Countless discussions began:
"Damn? Vice Admiral Zhao Zheng? Did I just hear wrong?"
"No, I heard it too."
"No... How did he become a Vice Admiral?"
"Who is Zhao Zheng? The Marine Vice Admirals my teacher told me about don't include this person!"
"Is the internet not connected at your school? You don't even know Zhao Zheng? You must have heard of Song Haitang's boyfriend, right?"
"Ah? Is it him? No... Wasn't he in the same class as us? How did he become a Marine Vice Admiral in one day?"
"That's too amazing! This kid has something!"
Hearing these discussions around them, Jiang Hebin and Zhang Chenggang and the other four looked at each other, and finally sighed helplessly...
...
Song Haitang, Chen Kai, and Wang Fei were taken to a place for high-ranking Marine officers.
Finally.
In a very spacious and luxurious place, they saw Zhao Zheng.
At this time, Zhao Zheng had already put on the Marine Vice Admiral's uniform: a black suit inside, and a white coat outside, very handsome!
Especially the word "Justice" on the back of the coat, which was extremely dazzling.
"Brother Zhao, you're too awesome, right? Hahaha..."
"Marine Vice Admiral! It's really a meteoric rise!"
As soon as the Lieutenant Commander left, Wang Fei and Chen Kai excitedly spoke.
Wang Fei walked around Zhao Zheng and couldn't help but praise, "Brother Zhao, you look so handsome in this uniform!"
Zhao Zheng smiled and said, "Alright, alright, you kid calm down."
After everyone chatted for a while.
Chen Kai suddenly asked, "Brother Zhao, just now a Lieutenant Commander brought an order from the higher-ups, requiring all ordinary soldiers below the rank of Petty Officer to leave the headquarters before dark tonight and go to the branch to await orders!"
"I remember, the teacher didn't mention this to us."
"So, is this Brother Zhao's doing?"
Zhao Zheng smiled and nodded: "Yes."
Song Haitang immediately showed a smile.
As expected of the person she has her eyes on, too outstanding!
"Influencing the Marine's deployment, as long as you can win, it's a huge contribution!" Wang Fei said excitedly, "Just with such contribution points, it's enough for us to get a good mission evaluation."
"Let's not talk about this first." Zhao Zheng said, "I plan to send you away tonight."
This was fixed in the plan, and everyone was not surprised.
Wang Fei asked suspiciously, "Why not let us go directly to the branch with those new recruits? It would also save Brother Zhao a trip."
Zhao Zheng shook his head and said, "Who knows how many Awakened Ones have mixed into those new recruits?"
Everyone immediately understood Zhao Zheng's thoughts.
He was afraid that some Awakened Ones would be detrimental to Song Haitang!
"Brother Zhao, I understand..."
Wang Fei asked curiously again, "Brother Zhao, can you tell us how you got the rank of Vice Admiral in such a short time?"
As soon as this question came out, Song Haitang and Chen Kai both showed interested expressions.
Zhao Zheng smiled and didn't hide anything, roughly recounting the process.
Hearing Zhao Zheng say that he had successively defeated Marine Admirals Akainu and Kizaru, Wang Fei and Chen Kai were both filled with emotion.
Too strong!
Suddenly.
A messenger ran over and shouted loudly outside the door: "Vice Admiral Zhao Zheng, Fleet Admiral Sengoku invites you to come over."
Hearing this, the four people in the room were stunned.
"It's already this time, what does Fleet Admiral Sengoku want you for?" Song Haitang asked with a frown.
Zhao Zheng also didn't know.
"I'll go take a look first." He stood up and said to the three of them, "You guys stay here and wait for me to come back."
...
Following behind the messenger, Zhao Zheng frowned.
He didn't know what Fleet Admiral Sengoku could want him for by suddenly calling him.
