One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 249 I need an instructor!
Naval Headquarters, Marinevando.

Repair work is underway, but because the foundation has sunk significantly, it is almost impossible to restore the headquarters to its former state.

Marineford is no longer able to shoulder the responsibilities of the Navy Headquarters!
Fleet Admiral Akainu made a decision quickly!
"Naval Headquarters is relocating to Branch G-1!"

The G-1 branch is located on the other side of the Red Line, in the New World, which means the challenges facing the Navy will increase dramatically.

However, the dangerous act of Kaido leading the Beasts Pirates to capture the G-1 branch during the Marineford War and almost storming the Holy Land still makes the Navy shudder.

The Holy Land also sensed the crisis!

Therefore, relocating the Navy Headquarters to the New World is of utmost urgency, and the same incident must never be allowed to happen again!
Aokiji's office.

Smoker, a cigar dangling from his lips, sat on the half-empty sofa and asked in a deep voice, "How's the situation regarding my job change?"

“I have spoken with Sakazuki.”

Kuzan sighed, "Smoker, the G5 isn't a place anyone wants to go; there are a lot of problems there!"

"The closer we are to the target, the better!"

Smoker's face darkened.

He had long been determined to capture the Straw Hat Pirates, so he had to be transferred to the New World, where he was most likely to encounter them.

In addition, his performance in the Marineford War was also unacceptable to him. Faced with the battle between the top experts, he couldn't even intervene and could only watch helplessly as the headquarters sank into the sea.

He must become stronger!
"I'll take my leave now."

Smoker got up and left.

Kuzan watched Smoker's retreating figure in silence for a long time before lying back in his chair and covering his face with a newspaper.

Seeing the young man's unwavering resolve tormented him once more, and the scene of Ohara kept flashing through his mind.

The lieutenant general who ordered the shelling of the refugee ship was Sakazuki.

Even now, he still cannot accept Sakazuki becoming a naval admiral, nor can he agree with the other party's sense of justice.

It's time to make a decision!

"Click-clack~~"

Ice crystals spread across the newspaper!

Chambord Islands.

Island 13, Shakky's Extortion Bar.

Goode sat down at the bar.

"Shaki, a glass of sherry, please."

"Oh my, what a rare guest!"

Xia Qi was quite surprised to see Goode.

"I didn't expect you to find this place. Did Hancock tell you?"

"That's it."

Goode chuckled.

He didn't actually remember the exact location of Shaki's Bar, but Chambord was only so big; he could find out by asking around.

Without naval interference, the construction of the Hoenn community proceeded smoothly. Meanwhile, the navy was busy with large-scale recruitment and post-war recovery, and could not attend to him.

With nothing else to do, he came over for a stroll.

Where is Rayleigh?

"He's not here."

Xia Qi poured Goode a glass of sherry and said with a smile, "However, he won't leave this island easily. You can try looking for him in bars or casinos; you might be able to find him."

"Then forget it."

Good waved his hand.

He wasn't interested in places like casinos; he'd rather spend that time browsing real estate agencies.

Xia Qi rested her chin on her hand and asked curiously.

What do you want with Rayleigh?

"Oh, I'd like to invite him to be a new recruit instructor at Hoenn Fortress."

Goode took a swig of wine and explained his purpose.

What he wants to build is a massive organization similar to the Navy, which is ten or even a hundred times more troublesome than building a Four Emperors' crew, mainly because of the lack of talent.

The World Government is conducting a massive conscription, and more than 170 member states can exploit these resources to quickly make up for the losses from the Marineford War.

This is the foundation.

He was just starting out and didn't even have a decent instructor, so he wanted to ask Rayleigh to go back and help him train new recruits, especially those with good talent.

Although I think the chances are slim, there's no harm in trying to invite them; they can come over and catch up.

"Haha, this is really unexpected!"

Shaki couldn't help but laugh out loud. The thought of Rayleigh's troubled expression as he taught his students made her want to laugh; it was just too funny.

"I will pass on the message for you."

"Thank you, Xia Qi."

Goode smiled and thanked him, placing a basket of egg yolk pies on the bar.

"A small gift!"

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Xia Qi was speechless for a long time before she managed to hold back her complaints and quickly took the basket to the bar.

Don't be in vain!
But having received the benefits, she had to put in a little more effort. Having lived in the Sabaody Archipelago for decades, it was quite nice to occasionally go out and relax.

"Plop plop plop~~"

A sound came from her bosom.

Goode took out the Den Den Mushi and answered the call.

"It is I, Forsford, Lord Goode. We are en route to the Sabaody Archipelago and will arrive in half an hour."

"it is good."

Good hung up the phone, looked at Xia Qi with a smile, and asked, "Xia Qi, Daughter Island has now moved to the New World. Have you considered moving there as well?"

"You won't even spare me?"

Xia Qi rolled her eyes at Goode.

Is this kid trying to have it both ways?
"Haha, just kidding."

Goode put down his glass and waved goodbye.

"I still have something to do, so I'll take the first step."

Welcome back!

Half an hour later, Groudon.

Reception room.

Goode looked at Forzford, who was covered in bandages and looked weak, and remained silent for a long time, not knowing how to comment.

It's obvious that this guy must have provoked Rob Lucci.

Never mind, just bring the person back.

Goode turned to look at the CP9 members and called out their names one by one: "Rob Lucci, Kaku, Jabra, Bruno, Kujiri, Owl, Kalifa, right?"

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Lucci and the others remained silent, while Kalifa adjusted her glasses.

"You are sexually harassing!"

"what?"

Goode opened his mouth.

He was just asking for a name; it has absolutely nothing to do with sexual harassment!
"I'll cut to the chase."

Goode smiled and said, "I want you to join my Hoenn government. Your duties will be basically the same as CP9's, responsible for intelligence and assassination."

"The Hoenn government?"

Lu Qi and the others frowned.

Despite being lawless pirates, they dare to call themselves the Hoenn government, which seems rather presumptuous to them!

Lu Qi's expression was icy.

Why should we join an organization established by pirates?

"It's very simple."

Goode looked directly into Lucci's eyes: "I can satisfy all your needs, satisfy your pursuit of dark justice, even if you want to continue being shipbuilders."

"Especially you, Rob Lucci!"

"I'll let you kill as many people as you want!"

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Lucky's pupils suddenly contracted.

He's been seen through!
But
Kaku spoke first: "How can we believe what you say?"

"There's no need to believe it."

Goode pointed to the ship beneath him: "This ship will set sail immediately back to the New World. Once we reach Hoenn Fortress, you will naturally understand whether I can keep my word."

seeing is believing.

Even the Four Emperors are just stronger ordinary people in the eyes of some ignorant people. Only by truly facing them can one recognize reality.

(End of this chapter)