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Chapter 634: The Rebellion Stirred Up by the Revolutionary Army
"Garp, look at the mess you've made!"
At Marine Headquarters, Sengoku complained, looking at Garp who seemed completely unconcerned.
As soon as they returned to Marine Headquarters, they received both good news and bad news.
The good news was naturally the surge in the military budget.
In order to counter the turbulent Great Sea and the surging number of Pirates, and to better maintain the stability of the Great Sea, protect the interests of the Member Nations, and uphold the rule of the World Government.
The World Government and the Member Nations will provide full support for the Marines' restoration and expansion in the coming years.
The plan is to increase the overall military strength of the Marines to one million, or even more, within three years.
This plan is also known as the "Million Conscription Plan," and simultaneously referred to as "World Conscription."
At the same time, the Marines will construct more Navy Branches in various Sea Areas.
An average of one hundred new Navy Branches will be built in each Sea Area.
This is equivalent to roughly doubling the current number of Navy Branches in the Four Seas.
Expanding the Marines' active range and influence over the Four Seas.
The military expansion plan that the Marines had previously failed to achieve and had been shelved for various reasons will now proceed smoothly with the support of the massive military budget.
Although the upcoming work will be extremely busy, it brings hope to the Marines, who have suffered heavy losses.
The bad news, naturally, was related to Garp.
In the past three months, a rebellion has erupted within a Kingdom in both the West Blue and the North Blue.
A Faction called the Revolutionary Army incited oppressed Civilians to stand up and resist the oppression of the Royalty and Nobles.
And under the banner of Liberation, they successfully overthrew the rule of two Kingdoms.
On the surface, it seemed like just an internal rebellion within the Kingdoms, with the Revolutionary Army consisting of ordinary Soldiers.
But what about the reality?
Behind the Revolutionary Army, there is a high probability of a former Navy Admiral Candidate.
"Monkey D. Dragon!"
The Revolutionary Army killed all the Nobles and the Royal Family, plundered a large amount of Treasure, and attempted to establish a new Regime based on the two Kingdoms.
Because during the War, the attention of the World Government and the Marines was focused on the New World.
The Member Nations also had no interest in paying attention to the internal situations of other Kingdoms, so such incidents were not uncommon.
It wasn't until the two Kingdoms were completely overthrown that they attracted the attention of neighboring Member Nations.
The overthrow of two consecutive Kingdoms was significant news, especially since such a Faction had already developed and taken action.
This made many Member Nations feel somewhat threatened.
The World Economic Journal also published this news in a small section of its latest Newspaper.
Subsequently, this news was learned by the World Government.
Resolving the Revolutionary Army issue was also one of the demands made by various Member Nations to the World Government.
However, the Bloody Battle was still ongoing, so it wasn't put on the agenda until the War ended.
The Revolutionary Army alone was actually not worth worrying about; as long as they had free hands, the World Government and the Marines could easily suppress them.
However, the presence of Monkey D.Dragon, who is highly likely the Leader of the Revolutionary Army and stands behind them, forced them to take it seriously.
The one who was once highly regarded now undoubtedly stood on the opposite side of the World Government and the Marines in terms of stance.
The Air was heavy; even Garp couldn't smile.
Having witnessed the true Strength of the World Government, especially the terrifying Strength possessed by the World Nobles that the Revolutionary Army delusionally sought to overthrow.
The small Revolutionary Army, even with Dragon present, would only meet an earlier demise.
Garp still remembered the night before Dragon left the Marines, when he told him.
"I'm going to search for true Justice!"
When he saw Dragon again, Dragon told him, "I have found my own Justice, found the Target I will pursue for a lifetime."
"Join us, old man."
Afterwards, they had a Great Battle.
After that, there was no news about Dragon.
Although his heart was not happy that his Child had deviated from the path he had set for him and had become his Enemy.
His heart was also relieved that Dragon had found his own pursuit.
Did he not know about the problems within the Marines, the problems within the World Government?
However, he chose to maintain Order.
While Dragon decided to challenge Order.
"Do as you please. He has found his own path. Since he has decided to stand against us, there's no need to show mercy."
Garp sighed and waved his hand, looking like he didn't want to deal with it anymore.
Seeing Garp like this, the others didn't say anything, their expressions varied, their thoughts unknown.
Borsalino was unconcerned, Sakazuki had a serious expression, and Kuzan frowned in confusion.
No one could blame Garp.
Didn't they know what kind of person Dragon was?
He was once a righteous Marine.
And he had made great Merit.
It couldn't be called betraying the Marines.
As for the specific reasons, they were actually clear in their hearts.
It was just a pity, given Dragon's Strength and Status in the Marines.
Sengoku didn't want to deal with these matters either.
The most important thing now was to suppress the rebellion in the two Kingdoms first.
The World Conference had not yet been convened, and the Heavenly Tribute had not yet begun to be transported.
Although there wasn't enough military budget, with the support of the World Government, holding the World Conscription in advance was sufficient.
Before that, this Mission must be completed perfectly.
Sengoku's gaze fell upon Sakazuki and Kyle.
"Sakazuki, the Mission to suppress the North Blue Revolutionary Army is entrusted to you. Shirek will assist you."
"Kyle, you will go suppress the rebellion of the West Blue Revolutionary Army, assisted by Vice Admiral Mole."
Sakazuki's methods were ruthless enough, and Shirek was no less so, even more subtle and refined than Sakazuki.
In terms of Ability, Shirek was also a Key Training Target for Sengoku, and his Combat Ability was also not weak.
He was capable of occupying a place among the future Marine High Command.
The cooperation between the two would certainly be able to handle this problem perfectly.
And Kyle?
Originating from the World Government, his Comprehensive Ability was perfect.
Having witnessed the Strength of the World Government and the Celestial Dragons, Sengoku and several other Marine High Command members somewhat suspected that Kyle was a Celestial Dragon.
Judging from the World Government's subtle attitude, his Status was definitely not low.
Just like Victor, a World Government Official Sengoku had met before, who also exhibited powerful Combat Ability during the Bloody Battle.
Why Sakazuki and Kyle?
Sakazuki needed no explanation; he would show no mercy at all.
As for Kyle, his inherent stance was naturally hostile to the Revolutionary Army, and he wouldn't be as approachable as he seemed on the surface.
The title "Smiling Demon" was infamous during the Bloody Battle.
In comparison, Borsalino wouldn't put in much effort when doing things; he would achieve results, but not many.
As for Kuzan, facing those ordinary Civilians, the kindness in his heart might make him unable to act ruthlessly.
In essence, the majority of the so-called Revolutionary Army were ordinary Residents of the Kingdoms who had been incited.
"Yes!"
"Yes!"
Sakazuki and Kyle accepted this Mission.
"Next, we will proceed with the World Conscription. Notify all departments; everyone should be prepared."
The Meeting ended, and many Marine High Command members left one after another.
Leaving behind Sengoku, Tsuru, Garp, and a few other highest-ranking Marines.
Sengoku rubbed his forehead and looked at the others.
"How is Zephyr's condition now?
Is he still the same?"
"Mm." Advisor Tsuru sighed and shook her head.
"This blow was indeed too heavy for him."
Zephyr had poured all his energy into the Elite Training Camp, treating the numerous Cadets like his own Children.
In the first Bloody Battle, only half of the Elite Training Camp graduates remained.
And in the second Bloody Battle, fewer than a hundred Cadets from the Elite Training Camp were still alive in the end.
The hard-earned Results of the Elite Training Camp over many years were thus buried.
Many future Marines were buried in the Great Sea before they could even exhibit greater Potential.
Some of the Elite Training Camp Cadets who were still alive also lost their Future.
The blow to Zephyr from this was imaginable, and his heart was filled with extreme grief.
How could they not feel heartbroken about this situation?
The Elite Training Camp was not only Zephyr's life's work but also the Marines' life's work over many years.
"Let him rest for a while. Don't disturb him for now. The Elite Training Camp still needs him to get back on track."
Regardless, the Marines needed Zephyr to recover as soon as possible.
(end of chapter)
"Garp, look at the mess you've made!"
At Marine Headquarters, Sengoku complained, looking at Garp who seemed completely unconcerned.
As soon as they returned to Marine Headquarters, they received both good news and bad news.
The good news was naturally the surge in the military budget.
In order to counter the turbulent Great Sea and the surging number of Pirates, and to better maintain the stability of the Great Sea, protect the interests of the Member Nations, and uphold the rule of the World Government.
The World Government and the Member Nations will provide full support for the Marines' restoration and expansion in the coming years.
The plan is to increase the overall military strength of the Marines to one million, or even more, within three years.
This plan is also known as the "Million Conscription Plan," and simultaneously referred to as "World Conscription."
At the same time, the Marines will construct more Navy Branches in various Sea Areas.
An average of one hundred new Navy Branches will be built in each Sea Area.
This is equivalent to roughly doubling the current number of Navy Branches in the Four Seas.
Expanding the Marines' active range and influence over the Four Seas.
The military expansion plan that the Marines had previously failed to achieve and had been shelved for various reasons will now proceed smoothly with the support of the massive military budget.
Although the upcoming work will be extremely busy, it brings hope to the Marines, who have suffered heavy losses.
The bad news, naturally, was related to Garp.
In the past three months, a rebellion has erupted within a Kingdom in both the West Blue and the North Blue.
A Faction called the Revolutionary Army incited oppressed Civilians to stand up and resist the oppression of the Royalty and Nobles.
And under the banner of Liberation, they successfully overthrew the rule of two Kingdoms.
On the surface, it seemed like just an internal rebellion within the Kingdoms, with the Revolutionary Army consisting of ordinary Soldiers.
But what about the reality?
Behind the Revolutionary Army, there is a high probability of a former Navy Admiral Candidate.
"Monkey D. Dragon!"
The Revolutionary Army killed all the Nobles and the Royal Family, plundered a large amount of Treasure, and attempted to establish a new Regime based on the two Kingdoms.
Because during the War, the attention of the World Government and the Marines was focused on the New World.
The Member Nations also had no interest in paying attention to the internal situations of other Kingdoms, so such incidents were not uncommon.
It wasn't until the two Kingdoms were completely overthrown that they attracted the attention of neighboring Member Nations.
The overthrow of two consecutive Kingdoms was significant news, especially since such a Faction had already developed and taken action.
This made many Member Nations feel somewhat threatened.
The World Economic Journal also published this news in a small section of its latest Newspaper.
Subsequently, this news was learned by the World Government.
Resolving the Revolutionary Army issue was also one of the demands made by various Member Nations to the World Government.
However, the Bloody Battle was still ongoing, so it wasn't put on the agenda until the War ended.
The Revolutionary Army alone was actually not worth worrying about; as long as they had free hands, the World Government and the Marines could easily suppress them.
However, the presence of Monkey D.Dragon, who is highly likely the Leader of the Revolutionary Army and stands behind them, forced them to take it seriously.
The one who was once highly regarded now undoubtedly stood on the opposite side of the World Government and the Marines in terms of stance.
The Air was heavy; even Garp couldn't smile.
Having witnessed the true Strength of the World Government, especially the terrifying Strength possessed by the World Nobles that the Revolutionary Army delusionally sought to overthrow.
The small Revolutionary Army, even with Dragon present, would only meet an earlier demise.
Garp still remembered the night before Dragon left the Marines, when he told him.
"I'm going to search for true Justice!"
When he saw Dragon again, Dragon told him, "I have found my own Justice, found the Target I will pursue for a lifetime."
"Join us, old man."
Afterwards, they had a Great Battle.
After that, there was no news about Dragon.
Although his heart was not happy that his Child had deviated from the path he had set for him and had become his Enemy.
His heart was also relieved that Dragon had found his own pursuit.
Did he not know about the problems within the Marines, the problems within the World Government?
However, he chose to maintain Order.
While Dragon decided to challenge Order.
"Do as you please. He has found his own path. Since he has decided to stand against us, there's no need to show mercy."
Garp sighed and waved his hand, looking like he didn't want to deal with it anymore.
Seeing Garp like this, the others didn't say anything, their expressions varied, their thoughts unknown.
Borsalino was unconcerned, Sakazuki had a serious expression, and Kuzan frowned in confusion.
No one could blame Garp.
Didn't they know what kind of person Dragon was?
He was once a righteous Marine.
And he had made great Merit.
It couldn't be called betraying the Marines.
As for the specific reasons, they were actually clear in their hearts.
It was just a pity, given Dragon's Strength and Status in the Marines.
Sengoku didn't want to deal with these matters either.
The most important thing now was to suppress the rebellion in the two Kingdoms first.
The World Conference had not yet been convened, and the Heavenly Tribute had not yet begun to be transported.
Although there wasn't enough military budget, with the support of the World Government, holding the World Conscription in advance was sufficient.
Before that, this Mission must be completed perfectly.
Sengoku's gaze fell upon Sakazuki and Kyle.
"Sakazuki, the Mission to suppress the North Blue Revolutionary Army is entrusted to you. Shirek will assist you."
"Kyle, you will go suppress the rebellion of the West Blue Revolutionary Army, assisted by Vice Admiral Mole."
Sakazuki's methods were ruthless enough, and Shirek was no less so, even more subtle and refined than Sakazuki.
In terms of Ability, Shirek was also a Key Training Target for Sengoku, and his Combat Ability was also not weak.
He was capable of occupying a place among the future Marine High Command.
The cooperation between the two would certainly be able to handle this problem perfectly.
And Kyle?
Originating from the World Government, his Comprehensive Ability was perfect.
Having witnessed the Strength of the World Government and the Celestial Dragons, Sengoku and several other Marine High Command members somewhat suspected that Kyle was a Celestial Dragon.
Judging from the World Government's subtle attitude, his Status was definitely not low.
Just like Victor, a World Government Official Sengoku had met before, who also exhibited powerful Combat Ability during the Bloody Battle.
Why Sakazuki and Kyle?
Sakazuki needed no explanation; he would show no mercy at all.
As for Kyle, his inherent stance was naturally hostile to the Revolutionary Army, and he wouldn't be as approachable as he seemed on the surface.
The title "Smiling Demon" was infamous during the Bloody Battle.
In comparison, Borsalino wouldn't put in much effort when doing things; he would achieve results, but not many.
As for Kuzan, facing those ordinary Civilians, the kindness in his heart might make him unable to act ruthlessly.
In essence, the majority of the so-called Revolutionary Army were ordinary Residents of the Kingdoms who had been incited.
"Yes!"
"Yes!"
Sakazuki and Kyle accepted this Mission.
"Next, we will proceed with the World Conscription. Notify all departments; everyone should be prepared."
The Meeting ended, and many Marine High Command members left one after another.
Leaving behind Sengoku, Tsuru, Garp, and a few other highest-ranking Marines.
Sengoku rubbed his forehead and looked at the others.
"How is Zephyr's condition now?
Is he still the same?"
"Mm." Advisor Tsuru sighed and shook her head.
"This blow was indeed too heavy for him."
Zephyr had poured all his energy into the Elite Training Camp, treating the numerous Cadets like his own Children.
In the first Bloody Battle, only half of the Elite Training Camp graduates remained.
And in the second Bloody Battle, fewer than a hundred Cadets from the Elite Training Camp were still alive in the end.
The hard-earned Results of the Elite Training Camp over many years were thus buried.
Many future Marines were buried in the Great Sea before they could even exhibit greater Potential.
Some of the Elite Training Camp Cadets who were still alive also lost their Future.
The blow to Zephyr from this was imaginable, and his heart was filled with extreme grief.
How could they not feel heartbroken about this situation?
The Elite Training Camp was not only Zephyr's life's work but also the Marines' life's work over many years.
"Let him rest for a while. Don't disturb him for now. The Elite Training Camp still needs him to get back on track."
Regardless, the Marines needed Zephyr to recover as soon as possible.
(end of chapter)
