One Piece: Groudon the Beasts

Chapter 251 Aokiji Resigns!

Once inside the Hoenn Fortress, CP9 had no way out; their only choices were to join or die.

Goode's eyes were slightly cold.

"You can also pretend to agree, and then find a chance to slip away later."

"No need!"

Lucci did not hesitate.

There is only one thing he wants.

Legal murder!
Now they have nowhere to go.

His initial idea was to find a way to clear his name and return to the World Government, but Spandam and his father, who framed them, were both high-ranking government officials, making it difficult to defeat them politically.

Now there are new options.

If the man in front of him can truly meet his needs, then he might as well serve him; if he cannot satisfy him, then it's not too late to leave.

We are willing to work for you!

"it is good."

Goode nodded and took out the list.

"This assassination list contains political figures from various member states of the North Sea. I need you to eliminate them within three months!"

"You can make any requests for ships, weapons, money, or anything else you need, and I will arrange logistics personnel to assist you."

"CP9, let me see what you're capable of!"

"no problem!"

Lucci took the list and turned to leave.

The others quickly followed.

Outside the office, the logistics staff had been waiting for a long time and immediately guided the group to their private room.

Once all the outsiders had left, the CP9 members finally relaxed. When they faced Goode, they were quite certain that he could easily wipe them all out.

That kind of aura can't be faked.

"Lucci."

Everyone looked at Lucci, or more accurately, they wanted to see the assassination list.

They find it hard to accept assassinations targeting innocent people. Even the assassination of Iceberg, the owner of Water 7, was because he was involved in Hades' blueprints.

As assassins, they represent the dark side of the world government, advocating necessary evil, but not unrestrained evil.

"See for yourselves."

Lucci put down the list and went to the window alone. His calm eyes changed, revealing an uncontrollable bloodlust.

The wildness within is being awakened!

During his five years of hiding in Water 7, he had been suppressing his desires, and his body had become extremely stiff.

My boring life is finally over!

"There are so many people!"

Kaku and his companions looked at the assassination list with a chill running down their spines. The list contained at least a hundred people, all important figures from the North Sea member states.

In addition, each name is followed by information about the crimes they committed; they are all people who deserve to die.

This made them feel much more at ease.

"lets go!"

"Oh!"

Without a moment's delay, after learning the details of the target, Lucci immediately led his men to carry out the mission.

In addition to their mission, they also need to investigate the details of the Hoenn government, especially the Hoenn member states.

Let's confirm whether they are worth serving.

Goode stood by the window, watching the CP9 members leave.

Faith is an extremely terrifying thing.

Even in the profession of assassin, faith is still necessary. If you want CP9 to work for you, you must first get them to accept the "justice" of the Hoenn government; otherwise, they will only end up as a mob.

Within the World Government and the Navy, there are quite a few people who are dissatisfied with the evil rule of the Celestial Dragons and have lost their faith, leading a life of aimless drifting.

"It's time to see an old friend."

Good picked up the newspaper.

[Aokiji resigns and leaves the Navy!]

The World Government is conducting a massive conscription, and his side also needs to replenish its fighting force, especially truly strong individuals.

Brother Aokiji must be quite confused!

Speed ​​arrived at the office: "Good, news has come from Ghost Island that Drake, the 'Fallen General' you've been following, has joined the Beasts, along with 'The Magician' Hawkins."

"understood."

Goode raised an eyebrow slightly. It wasn't surprising that Drake joined the Beasts; it had been arranged back in Sabaody Archipelago. As for Hawkins joining at this particular time...

Have you come to terms with reality?

Supernovas also vary in quality.

Straw Hat, Kid, and Law—these three surpass everyone else in both ambition and ability.

The others were ultimately a bit lacking.

Hawkins is quite superstitious, and it's likely that he divined that he had no hope of challenging the Beasts, so he might as well surrender early.

After all, you can see all kinds of beasts everywhere. Over time, this can easily affect your mindset and subtly instill fear, making it even harder to face the beasts in the future.

"Aokiji, Drake."

Goode pondered for a moment, his eyes lighting up.

After the Marineford War, the World Government would be even less likely to start a war with him easily, as he also lacks resources and doesn't want to go to war.

What's likely to happen next is a cold war.

Politics, economics, military
The Hoenn government must establish its governing philosophy in order to gain an ideological lead over the world governments and thus seize people and resources!

Before that, there was one more thing.

The World Government can conduct large-scale conscription, and so can its Hoenn government, except that it lacks positive influence and finds it difficult to attract strong individuals with a sense of justice.

If we could introduce some positive characters as brand names, such as Aokiji and mid-level executives like Drake, we might be able to poach people from the World Government.

A flame ignited in Goode's eyes: "Speed, bring Drake to see me. Also, investigate Aokiji's whereabouts immediately!"

"understand!"

On the other side, the Sabaody Archipelago.

A bar.

Two old men were drinking farewell wine.

Instructor Zephyr sighed, "Kuzan, I never thought you would leave the Navy one day. I heard Sakazuki was furious about it."

“Zeff, I left because I didn’t want to work under Sakazuki anymore, and I’m also a bit tired and want to rest.”

Kuzan took a swig of sherry.

His departure at the Navy's weakest moment would inevitably have a significant impact, but he had considered this matter for a long time.

Even if Sakazuki hadn't become marshal, he would have made the same choice, since the higher one stands, the closer one is to the Holy Land.

He was really fed up.

"Stop talking about me, Zephyr-sensei. Are you still hunting pirates?"

"Yes!"

Zefa stroked his robotic arm.

Three years ago, scientists fitted him with a special robotic arm, after which he formed a "pirate guerrilla team" to hunt pirates.

This was the final value of his life.

His ultimate goal is to capture the evil pirate who attacked the training ship and cut off his arm.

"It's great to be able to do what I want to do."

Kuzan looked on with envy.

"I live as freely as my teacher and Master Garp."

"Haha, you're all alone now, you can do whatever you want in the future, just live according to your own wishes."

Zefa smiled.

Of all the students, Kuzan was his favorite. He was well aware of Kuzan's confusion and sincerely hoped that Kuzan could find his own path.

"Just do what you want."

Kuzan scratched his head vigorously.

After drifting aimlessly for twenty years, he had almost forgotten the passionate, righteous person he once was.

I have no idea what to do next.

Let's just go wherever the road takes us!

"Don't be so downcast, it's shameful!"

Zefa laughed and cursed.

"Where are you going next?"

"I want to go to the New World. There are the fewest navy there. I don't want to be entangled with the navy again."

Kuzan waved his hand, got up and left.

Goodbye, Professor Zephyr!

(End of this chapter)