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Chapter 644: Garp Arrives
Although he had been to the South Blue before, Rayleigh was still relatively unfamiliar with most areas of the South Blue.
Rayleigh had never heard of the Divine Light Empire, but he had heard of the Church of the Light God.
However, pirates generally weren't very interested in such things, so he hadn't paid much attention.
On the other side, the Marines' Intelligence Officers were continuously penetrating Tilost Island, unaware that most of them were under the gaze of the Divine Light Empire.
As for Rouge, who was with young Ace, she was initially a bit flustered when she was taken away.
But seeing that the Church of the Light God didn't harm them, merely brought them to Tilost Island, and even specifically arranged people to help her care for the Child, she relaxed.
At the Church of the Light God, Ace could clearly receive excellent care and growth.
The Church of the Light God knew Ace's identity but did not reject him.
Rouge clearly understood the hatred on the Great Sea towards Roger, the culprit who started the Great Pirate Era.
Even she couldn't understand why he had to cause this disaster that affected countless people.
Even some members of the Roger Pirates scattered across the Great Sea couldn't understand.
It was precisely because she knew this that she didn't want Ace to follow the path of a pirate in the future.
It would be best if he could just live out his life peacefully and steadily.
As a South Blue native, Rouge knew the influence of the Church of the Light God.
Especially after learning that the Marines and the World Government had information about the Son of Roger, she and her son were in danger.
Now, the only thing they could depend on was the Church of the Light God.
That's right, the World Government also received information about the Son of Roger.
Hades spread this information in the Underworld, but only a small number of factions could learn this important information, and naturally, the World Government was among them.
Possessing the key information about the South Blue, coupled with the unusual movements of the Marines in the South Blue, the World Government confirmed the authenticity of the information and the involvement of the Divine Light Empire immediately.
In terms of intelligence, the World Government could be said to be even stronger than the Marines.
Although they really wanted to get their hands on the Son of Roger.
The World Government was also extremely wary of the Divine Light Empire.
At the very least, to deal with the Divine Light Empire, they couldn't send out the Five Elders, Holy Knights, or even the strength secretly controlled by the Celestial Dragon Family, like they would when resisting pirates.
The World Government also had no need to offend the Divine Light Empire.
If they truly did that, it wouldn't just be difficult to move forward; it could cause them immense trouble in the South Blue.
Even the stance of the Member Nations could be affected, and the heavenly tribute might mysteriously disappear.
Eight hundred years ago, the Divine Light Empire dared to challenge the Great Kingdom, and today, they similarly dare to challenge the World Government.
Ultimately, the Son of Roger was just a Child born not long ago.
Offending the Divine Light Empire for the sake of a Child was clearly not worth it.
If the Son of Roger were to become a pirate, that would be another matter; Roger's sins would fall upon him alone.
But at his current age, he was still unaware of things.
If the truth were to get out, it would look like the World Government was stirring up trouble first.
Moreover, the World Government learned of this matter later.
The Marines, however, had already taken the lead in the operation.
Regardless, they had to try.
The Son of Roger, the Child who inherited Roger's bloodline, if he could be cultivated, it would also be a good thing for the World Government.
That's right, the World Government was actually planning something similar.
What value could killing a Child bring?
Secretly, the World Government also dispatched agents, ready to negotiate with the Divine Light Empire at any time.
As for the probing work, that was left to the Marines.
On Tilost Island, Rouge held the Child and basked in the sun outside the door.
The warm sunlight shone down, and young Ace excitedly stretched out his two small hands, as if trying to grab the sun.
Around them, several people were secretly paying attention to them.
They had found their target, but they dared not take any action.
Because they knew they had also been targeted by others, but for some reason, the people from the Divine Light Empire had not made a move.
And at this moment, a figure strode over, wearing a Coat of Justice, with a sturdy build and a commanding presence.
That's right, the person who arrived was Garp.
Upon learning that the Intelligence Officers, and even himself, had been discovered, Garp decided to take action personally.
Regardless, he had to talk to Roger's wife.
Although Roger had entrusted his wife and Child to him, the real decision-making power was still in the hands of Portgas D.Rouge.
He couldn't go against the Woman's wishes and forcibly take her away.
That wouldn't align with his Justice.
For him, it was actually a good thing too.
In Garp's heart, he was actually very conflicted about Roger's entrustment.
If Rouge refused him, it would actually be a good thing, and it would also mean one less trouble for him.
Before coming, he had also been severely reprimanded by Sengoku.
The World Government had received the information, and Sengoku naturally had too, simultaneously understanding what Garp had been hiding from him.
Even he couldn't imagine that a Marine dedicated to Justice would have to look after the Child of a Great Pirate who was utterly heinous and brought countless trouble to the Marines and the World Government.
Although in the past, Sengoku had sensed a hint of the unusual connection between Garp and Roger, he truly hadn't expected Garp to do this.
One must know that during the fierce fighting against the Roger Pirates in the past, Garp's overall stance was very clear.
Fortunately, this matter was exposed in advance; otherwise, it would be truly unclear what kind of consequences it might lead to.
After all, Sengoku had some doubts about Garp's ability to teach a Child.
Dragon's independent will was too strong, which was clearly related to Garp's teaching methods.
If he wasn't mistaken, Garp wouldn't bring the Child to Marine Headquarters to cultivate him either.
In that case, the Son of Roger would very likely follow Roger's old path.
Sengoku had even guessed what might happen in the future.
Sengoku understood Garp too well.
The reason was likely that the Child was innocent, which Sengoku also knew.
If the World Government hadn't known, it would have been fine; bringing the Son of Roger back to cultivate him into a Marine would also be a good thing.
But the World Government found out, and the Marines knew this information beforehand yet didn't tell them.
Sengoku had brushed this matter aside by claiming the authenticity of the information hadn't been confirmed.
However, since things had reached this point, contact with the Divine Light Empire was inevitable.
If the Child could be brought back, bring him back; if not, try to avoid conflict as much as possible.
This was the requirement from the Five Elders.
Noticing Garp's arrival, a look of panic appeared on Rouge's face.
She turned sideways and tightly hugged the Child.
"Don't be afraid, I have no intention of snatching the Child."
Seeing the Woman like this, Garp knew that this operation would likely fail.
It was clear that she was doing well here, and she felt some rejection towards the Marines.
This was also understandable.
After all, her husband was the infamous "Pirate King" Roger, the sworn enemy of the Marines.
"If you don't wish it, I can leave anytime."
Garp raised his hands to help the Woman relax her guard.
Seeing that it was only Garp and that he seemed to have no ill intentions, coupled with Garp's reputation on the Great Sea, Rouge gradually relaxed.
She also knew that Garp was trustworthy.
Before Roger left, he had told her that if necessary, she could seek Garp's help, and he wouldn't refuse.
However, trusting Garp didn't mean she could trust the Marines.
The Marines' prestige on the Great Sea was high, but it was also mixed with some negative influence.
She was also a smart Woman and knew what this Child truly meant to the Great Sea.
She hoped even more to see the Child grow up safely.
And Garp's gaze was unconsciously drawn to the Child in Rouge's arms.
He looked very cute.
This was Roger's Child.
"What's his name?"
Garp carefully took two steps forward and bent down.
"Ace."
Saying this name, Rouge couldn't help but smile, looking gently at Ace's small face.
Ace, a name Roger had placed his hopes upon, the same name as his Personal Sword.
Perhaps, even Roger himself hadn't planned for his son to follow the same path as him.
This path was destined to be very difficult.
(end of chapter)
Although he had been to the South Blue before, Rayleigh was still relatively unfamiliar with most areas of the South Blue.
Rayleigh had never heard of the Divine Light Empire, but he had heard of the Church of the Light God.
However, pirates generally weren't very interested in such things, so he hadn't paid much attention.
On the other side, the Marines' Intelligence Officers were continuously penetrating Tilost Island, unaware that most of them were under the gaze of the Divine Light Empire.
As for Rouge, who was with young Ace, she was initially a bit flustered when she was taken away.
But seeing that the Church of the Light God didn't harm them, merely brought them to Tilost Island, and even specifically arranged people to help her care for the Child, she relaxed.
At the Church of the Light God, Ace could clearly receive excellent care and growth.
The Church of the Light God knew Ace's identity but did not reject him.
Rouge clearly understood the hatred on the Great Sea towards Roger, the culprit who started the Great Pirate Era.
Even she couldn't understand why he had to cause this disaster that affected countless people.
Even some members of the Roger Pirates scattered across the Great Sea couldn't understand.
It was precisely because she knew this that she didn't want Ace to follow the path of a pirate in the future.
It would be best if he could just live out his life peacefully and steadily.
As a South Blue native, Rouge knew the influence of the Church of the Light God.
Especially after learning that the Marines and the World Government had information about the Son of Roger, she and her son were in danger.
Now, the only thing they could depend on was the Church of the Light God.
That's right, the World Government also received information about the Son of Roger.
Hades spread this information in the Underworld, but only a small number of factions could learn this important information, and naturally, the World Government was among them.
Possessing the key information about the South Blue, coupled with the unusual movements of the Marines in the South Blue, the World Government confirmed the authenticity of the information and the involvement of the Divine Light Empire immediately.
In terms of intelligence, the World Government could be said to be even stronger than the Marines.
Although they really wanted to get their hands on the Son of Roger.
The World Government was also extremely wary of the Divine Light Empire.
At the very least, to deal with the Divine Light Empire, they couldn't send out the Five Elders, Holy Knights, or even the strength secretly controlled by the Celestial Dragon Family, like they would when resisting pirates.
The World Government also had no need to offend the Divine Light Empire.
If they truly did that, it wouldn't just be difficult to move forward; it could cause them immense trouble in the South Blue.
Even the stance of the Member Nations could be affected, and the heavenly tribute might mysteriously disappear.
Eight hundred years ago, the Divine Light Empire dared to challenge the Great Kingdom, and today, they similarly dare to challenge the World Government.
Ultimately, the Son of Roger was just a Child born not long ago.
Offending the Divine Light Empire for the sake of a Child was clearly not worth it.
If the Son of Roger were to become a pirate, that would be another matter; Roger's sins would fall upon him alone.
But at his current age, he was still unaware of things.
If the truth were to get out, it would look like the World Government was stirring up trouble first.
Moreover, the World Government learned of this matter later.
The Marines, however, had already taken the lead in the operation.
Regardless, they had to try.
The Son of Roger, the Child who inherited Roger's bloodline, if he could be cultivated, it would also be a good thing for the World Government.
That's right, the World Government was actually planning something similar.
What value could killing a Child bring?
Secretly, the World Government also dispatched agents, ready to negotiate with the Divine Light Empire at any time.
As for the probing work, that was left to the Marines.
On Tilost Island, Rouge held the Child and basked in the sun outside the door.
The warm sunlight shone down, and young Ace excitedly stretched out his two small hands, as if trying to grab the sun.
Around them, several people were secretly paying attention to them.
They had found their target, but they dared not take any action.
Because they knew they had also been targeted by others, but for some reason, the people from the Divine Light Empire had not made a move.
And at this moment, a figure strode over, wearing a Coat of Justice, with a sturdy build and a commanding presence.
That's right, the person who arrived was Garp.
Upon learning that the Intelligence Officers, and even himself, had been discovered, Garp decided to take action personally.
Regardless, he had to talk to Roger's wife.
Although Roger had entrusted his wife and Child to him, the real decision-making power was still in the hands of Portgas D.Rouge.
He couldn't go against the Woman's wishes and forcibly take her away.
That wouldn't align with his Justice.
For him, it was actually a good thing too.
In Garp's heart, he was actually very conflicted about Roger's entrustment.
If Rouge refused him, it would actually be a good thing, and it would also mean one less trouble for him.
Before coming, he had also been severely reprimanded by Sengoku.
The World Government had received the information, and Sengoku naturally had too, simultaneously understanding what Garp had been hiding from him.
Even he couldn't imagine that a Marine dedicated to Justice would have to look after the Child of a Great Pirate who was utterly heinous and brought countless trouble to the Marines and the World Government.
Although in the past, Sengoku had sensed a hint of the unusual connection between Garp and Roger, he truly hadn't expected Garp to do this.
One must know that during the fierce fighting against the Roger Pirates in the past, Garp's overall stance was very clear.
Fortunately, this matter was exposed in advance; otherwise, it would be truly unclear what kind of consequences it might lead to.
After all, Sengoku had some doubts about Garp's ability to teach a Child.
Dragon's independent will was too strong, which was clearly related to Garp's teaching methods.
If he wasn't mistaken, Garp wouldn't bring the Child to Marine Headquarters to cultivate him either.
In that case, the Son of Roger would very likely follow Roger's old path.
Sengoku had even guessed what might happen in the future.
Sengoku understood Garp too well.
The reason was likely that the Child was innocent, which Sengoku also knew.
If the World Government hadn't known, it would have been fine; bringing the Son of Roger back to cultivate him into a Marine would also be a good thing.
But the World Government found out, and the Marines knew this information beforehand yet didn't tell them.
Sengoku had brushed this matter aside by claiming the authenticity of the information hadn't been confirmed.
However, since things had reached this point, contact with the Divine Light Empire was inevitable.
If the Child could be brought back, bring him back; if not, try to avoid conflict as much as possible.
This was the requirement from the Five Elders.
Noticing Garp's arrival, a look of panic appeared on Rouge's face.
She turned sideways and tightly hugged the Child.
"Don't be afraid, I have no intention of snatching the Child."
Seeing the Woman like this, Garp knew that this operation would likely fail.
It was clear that she was doing well here, and she felt some rejection towards the Marines.
This was also understandable.
After all, her husband was the infamous "Pirate King" Roger, the sworn enemy of the Marines.
"If you don't wish it, I can leave anytime."
Garp raised his hands to help the Woman relax her guard.
Seeing that it was only Garp and that he seemed to have no ill intentions, coupled with Garp's reputation on the Great Sea, Rouge gradually relaxed.
She also knew that Garp was trustworthy.
Before Roger left, he had told her that if necessary, she could seek Garp's help, and he wouldn't refuse.
However, trusting Garp didn't mean she could trust the Marines.
The Marines' prestige on the Great Sea was high, but it was also mixed with some negative influence.
She was also a smart Woman and knew what this Child truly meant to the Great Sea.
She hoped even more to see the Child grow up safely.
And Garp's gaze was unconsciously drawn to the Child in Rouge's arms.
He looked very cute.
This was Roger's Child.
"What's his name?"
Garp carefully took two steps forward and bent down.
"Ace."
Saying this name, Rouge couldn't help but smile, looking gently at Ace's small face.
Ace, a name Roger had placed his hopes upon, the same name as his Personal Sword.
Perhaps, even Roger himself hadn't planned for his son to follow the same path as him.
This path was destined to be very difficult.
(end of chapter)
