One Piece: Starting as a Marine Lieutenant, I Slack Off and Get Stronger

"Bulu Bulu~"

"Hey, Kuzan, what's up? Have the Revolutionary Army invaded Mary Geoise?"

"You haven't been reading the newspaper lately, have you?"

Carl scoffed, "Where would Skypiea get newspapers? Honestly, besides, I don't care about these things right now. Wait, has the Revolutionary Army really attacked Mary Geoise?"

"Ten days later, ten days later the revolutionary army will attack Mary Geoise."

Chapter 372 On the eve of the war

"What? Goodness, I've only been on vacation for less than half a month, and the world has changed that fast?"

Kuzan's helpless voice came from the other end of the phone: "Sigh~ I'm also surprised. Anyway, the Revolutionary Army and the World Government will start their decisive battle over our heads in 10 days. Although the Navy doesn't have to participate in the war, we can't just do nothing, right?"

Carl nodded in agreement: "You're right, ten days from now, right? I'll bring some peanuts and melon seeds, and you bring some drinks. Don't miss it!"

Kuzan: ......

"Ten days from now, I will organize a group of people to go to Mary Geoise to observe the war. If the World Government is desperate, the Navy will have to intervene in this war. After this is done, you can take a vacation in peace."

"Hmm...okay, it's settled then."

After hanging up the phone, Carl looked at Ain, who was resting, and Hancock, who was busy fishing, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

This kind of life is actually quite good. Perhaps, after finishing this job, I can consider retiring.

As for the final task the system gave him, Karl had long since let it go.

Why bother? He was just a nobody to begin with. Without the system, he would probably have become an ordinary navy man, living an ordinary naval career, accomplishing nothing, and passing his life peacefully.

Now, he is a naval hero, a pirate's nightmare, and an idol worshipped by countless people.

Completing the system's final task can grant any wish, but so what? In the end, life still returns to its mundane state.

All he wants now is to wait until his child is born, then take his wife and child on a world tour, see sights they've never seen before, and watch his children grow up...

"My dear, come quick! I've caught a big fish! Please help me!"

"Come on!"

......

After the revolutionary army announced its attack on Mary Geoise, the seas were in turmoil, and those who learned the truth of history turned their very bones into rebellious ones.

Once the pent-up resentment and discontent accumulated over the years were ignited, they immediately turned into a raging fire. People spontaneously organized themselves, those with the means sailed their own boats, those without shared boats, and those who couldn't even stay home and cheered.

Within just five days, the navy received countless clearance applications at various checkpoints across the world, all with the same reason: to help the Revolutionary Army defeat the World Government.

The navy expressed its helplessness and had no choice but to allow the passage, as public opinion could not be ignored.

The adventurers didn't miss out on the fun either. Even though the Adventurers' Guild didn't issue any quests, they spontaneously formed an army of adventurers and headed towards the Red Line, hoping to get a share of the spoils.

The sea has become incredibly lively.

Marijoa, Pangu City, among the flowers.

"Lord Im, the situation is very unfavorable for us now, what do you think..."

Im sat on the Void Throne, looking down at the Five Elders, feeling inexplicably bored. The words Karl had once told her kept swirling in her mind.

"Prepare for the decisive battle! Mobilize all forces to defeat the revolutionary army."

"If we win, the World Government's rule continues; if we lose, the World Government is swept into the grave of history."

"I hope that each and every one of you will take this seriously, understand?"

"Yes, Lord Im!!!"

......

One day before the revolutionaries attacked Mary Geoise, a large number of ships, flying all sorts of flags, had already gathered beneath the Red Line.

Looking up, one sees many people hanging on the walls of the Red Line, shrouded in mist, seemingly trying to climb directly from the Red Line to Mary Geoise in a tribute to the fishman hero Fisher Tiger.

Warships were positioned around the Red Earth to prevent any malicious individuals from using it to instigate conflict.

Sabaody Archipelago, Shaki's Bar.

"Tsk tsk tsk~ It's been a long time since I've seen the Sabaody Archipelago so lively. Old man, do you think the Revolutionary Army can win this time?"

Rayleigh's lips curled into a slight smile: "Whether they can win or not? I don't know, but I hope they can win."

Unfortunately, in his mind, the task of attacking Mary Geoise should have been done by the Straw Hat Pirates, because only a pirate who yearns for freedom would dare to break free from constraints and gain true freedom.

Roger's purpose in starting the Great Pirate Era was the same.

But what was unexpected was the rise of the navy. First, the three admirals suppressed the seas, then the naval hero Karl emerged, and then... the "flying" navy T. Penn completely liberated the navy's strategic means.

Even with a significant reduction in naval personnel, its dominance has not diminished but rather increased, making it the undisputed hegemon of the seas.

Most importantly, the navy has broken free from the control of the World Government. Such a navy is extremely terrifying. At least in Rayleigh's view, this is the kind of navy that can be called a navy, not a lackey of the World Government.

"Hehe, I think so too. The World Government has existed for too long. What dynasty lasts forever? It's time to make a move."

The Grand Line, Baltimore.

On a vast, sandy land, revolutionary soldiers from all over the world gathered.

Standing at the very front of the column were five army commanders.

Emporio Ivankov, commander of the Grand Line Army, is known as the "King of Okama." He is also the King of the Kamabakka Kingdom. He is a user of the Hormone-Hormone Fruit.

Belo Betty, commander of the Revolutionary Army's "Eastern Army," hails from the East Blue and is a user of the Encouragement Fruit.

Lindbergh, commander of the Confederate Army, a member of the Mink tribe.

Mori, commander of the Revolutionary Army's "Western Army," is a user of the Push-Push Fruit.

Crow, commander of the Revolutionary Army's "Northern Army," and user of the Coal-Coal Fruit.

Behind the five army commanders were countless revolutionary soldiers, including the coalition forces of the former member states of the World Government.

Their faces were filled with excitement, and their blood was boiling with passion.

Luffy, Dragon, Sabo, Vegapunk and his clones... and Kuma, who had regained consciousness, stood in a line in front of the army formation.

Dragon took a deep breath, took a step forward, and said:

"Dear compatriots, brave soldiers, and dear revolutionary martyrs,

Today, we stand at a historical crossroads, facing an unknown tomorrow.

We are the people who are subject to, oppressed and exploited by world governments; we are those who yearn for freedom, equality and justice. We stand together, for that ideal that flutters in the sea breeze, for that oppressed and silent voice, and we embark on the path of revolution.

The World Government, once an institution established to maintain peace and order, has gradually degenerated into a tool of oppression and exploitation over time. It distorts order solely to maintain its own power, wantonly trampling on the dignity and rights of its people, disregarding the preciousness of life, and pursuing only greater dominance and profit.

However, we will not be bound by fear, nor will we succumb to the power of oppression. We are seekers of freedom, defenders of justice, and we are willing to give everything, even our lives, for that surging ocean, for every oppressed person, and for our descendants.

At this moment, I declare that the Revolutionary Army, leading every volunteer and every righteous warrior, will launch a rebellion against the World Government. We are not fighting for personal glory, power, or status, but for a better world, a world full of hope and freedom.

We must send a message to those who are oppressed, letting them know they are not alone. We must declare to the world government that we will not be intimidated, that we will stand together and fight to the bitter end. Let the flames of justice burn, let the shackles of oppression be broken, and let the light of freedom and equality shine upon the earth!

The clarion call of revolution has sounded. Let us march forward shoulder to shoulder, fighting for justice, for freedom, and for a better world!

May freedom endure forever, and may justice prevail!

Chapter 373 World Attention

tenth day.

Although the revolutionary army has not yet arrived, the atmosphere on the Red Earth has already become somber, like the prelude to a storm.

Naval Headquarters, the USS Holy Light took off from Crescent Bay and floated over Mary Geoise.

"So you really are here to watch the show, aren't you?"

Carl handed the popcorn in his hand to Kuzan: "Marshal, would you like some?"

Kuzan gave Karl a disdainful look, then scooped up a handful of popcorn, making Karl's heart ache. This was made for him by Ain himself!

"Tsk~ Still not here? Maybe you're too scared to come?" The speaker was Onigumo. After watching for a while without any movement, he shook his head in disappointment.

Momousagi, holding the hand of Advisor Tsuru, walked to Karl's side and asked gossipily, "I heard that Ain is pregnant?"

Carl was taken aback: "How did you know? Damn, I knew Kuzan was unreliable!"

Staff Officer Tsuru smiled kindly and said, "That's wonderful! Although it's a pity that Ain left the Navy, I believe she must be very happy now! Tsk tsk, she's about to become a mother."

Gion patted Karl on the shoulder: "When are you going to take us to visit Ain? As her older sister, I should at least show her some appreciation, right?"

"Hey, no problem, no problem."

At this moment, Kuzan quickly walked over and said with a serious expression, "I just received news that the Revolutionary Army has arrived at the bottom of the Red Line with 50 large ships, including the Straw Hat Pirates."

Staff Officer He frowned and said, "How did they get here? Could they be like that Newgate guy?"

"Um, it seems so. They suddenly appeared from the sea."

"Then how are they going to get up here?"

Kuzan: ......

You ask me who I ask?