One Piece meme: Starting with eight extraordinary skills

Under Yang Ming's arrangement and command, a large number of naval soldiers began to be stationed on various islands to take stock of the number of wounded soldiers, coordinate the captured wealth and prisoners, and do a good job of compiling statistics on merits after the war.

Because of its well-established system, the Navy is carrying out all its operations in an orderly manner.

According to post-incident statistics, the navy suffered a total of over a thousand casualties. While this number seems large, it is negligible when compared to a force of two to three hundred thousand. This is because these wounded soldiers were injured by the enemy's wide-range skills and did not have time to use medical supplies, which led to the casualties. Otherwise, the number could have been even lower.

As for forces like the Vinsmoke family, they are completely incomparable to the Navy.

Even though the Vinsmoke family forbade the navy to investigate due to mutual suspicion between powerful factions, the grim faces of the Vinsmoke family members alone were enough to guess that their casualties had reached an astonishing level.

As for the wealth that the Bigo Pirates had amassed over the years, it truly shocked everyone.

As the Marines carried the heavy treasure chests out from the treasure vaults on various islands, even admirals like Admiral Sakazuki Akainu and Admiral Kuzan Aokiji couldn't help but be genuinely shocked by the Bigo Pirates' immense wealth.

Gold, jewelry, antiques, Pele, stocks, real estate...

All sorts of valuables were displayed before the crowd, and the sheer number of them was enough to dazzle anyone.

The Bigo Pirates amassed such a vast fortune that, in the end, Yang Ming was forced to specifically seek out a large island less affected by the war to house the treasure.

Even so, a vast amount of treasure still piled up on the island, making everyone who came and went swallow hard.

There used to be a joke: "You can kill someone by burying them in money."

It has to be said that the Bigo Pirates' wealth is enough to kill someone.

Even obtaining just one-tenth of the wealth here can instantly change a person's life, transforming them from a beggar into a tycoon with wealth comparable to that of a nation.

Those who were invited, such as members of the Vinsmoke family, were green with envy when they saw this huge fortune from afar.

If other forces possessed such a large fortune, the allure of wealth would inevitably tempt some to take risks.

In particular, there are quite a few bounty hunters here. The term "bounty hunter" is just a nicer way of putting it; in reality, they are a group of vultures that operate in the gray area. They not only hunt down pirates with bounties, but also occasionally take on roles such as bandits.

Many of these bounty hunters subconsciously placed their hands on the hilts of their knives and guns, their hearts itching to grab something and run.

These bounty hunters have no real connections, so if they run away, it will be really difficult for others to catch them.

However, when these bounty hunters and people from various forces looked up and saw the Asura Marshal sitting on the Frost Throne, they all lowered their heads in unison, nipping their newly arising desires in the bud.

Wealth may be tempting, but you have to be alive to enjoy it!

Don't you see, even Big Mom Charlotte Linlin was defeated by Marshal Shura, following Shiki the Golden Lion and Kaido the Beasts?

Yang Ming sat upright on the Frost Throne, one hand supporting his cheek, his eyes slightly narrowed, a faint smile always playing on his lips. Yet, his smug expression was filled with a terrifying power that made anyone with a wicked heart afraid to look him in the eye.

"How boring."

"I originally thought that some fools would jump out and rob this fortune, which would give me an excuse to wipe out all the forces and bounty hunters present. I didn't expect them to be such cowards."

Yang Ming sighed softly to himself.

For some reason, many of the forces and individuals present felt a chill run down their spines, as if they had just brushed past death.

If they knew what Yang Ming was thinking, they would probably be overjoyed and wouldn't have been able to stay still for a moment; they would have immediately turned around and run away.

"In that case, let's proceed with the normal procedures for rewarding those who have made contributions."

Having made this decision in his heart, Yang Ming suddenly straightened his back and said loudly:

"Our army has won a great victory in this campaign against the Bigo Pirates. Now we will begin to reward those who have contributed."

"Akainu, First Class Merit, awarded 10 billion Berries, can choose one Devil Fruit, appointed as the New World Expeditionary Envoy, and can command an army of 10."

"Aokiji, First Class Merit, awarded 10 billion Berries, can choose one Devil Fruit, and appointed Governor of the North Blue, overseeing all affairs of the North Blue."

"Fujitora, First Class Merit, awarded 10 billion Berries, promoted to Admiral of the World, in charge of the administration and people's livelihood of the World, we hope you will restore the World to its former glory as soon as possible."

"..."

One reward after another was distributed on the spot. From the highest-ranking officers to the lowest-ranking soldiers, the numerous naval officers, under the envious and jealous gazes of other forces and individuals, went to the mountain of treasure, received their share, happily stuffed the treasure into their pockets, and then left satisfied.

Among them were many astute individuals, such as Vice Admiral Jonathan, who keenly sensed something unusual in the rewards bestowed upon the three admirals of the Navy.

The three admirals of the navy are in an awkward situation where they have no more rewards or titles to bestow, because if they want to advance further, they would need to force Yang Ming, the Shura Marshal, to leave. But this is obviously an unrealistic fantasy, after all, Yang Ming is only a teenager and has at least fifty years left before he retires at the age of sixty-five!

If they wait until Yang Ming retires before they can take over, by then it will be too late.

The navy has a strict system, and if a lower-ranking person wants to be promoted, they still have to follow the rules. Otherwise, even if they rise to a higher position through force, it will be difficult to gain the recognition of others.

It was precisely because of this special reason that Yang Ming's rewards to the three admirals of the navy, in addition to the normal reward for merit, carried an inexplicable meaning that made each admiral feel a chill.

Chapter 423 Aftermath

The navy has a strict system, and if a lower-ranking person wants to be promoted, they still have to follow the rules. Otherwise, even if they rise to a higher position through force, it will be difficult to gain the recognition of others.

It was precisely because of this special reason that Yang Ming's rewards to the three admirals of the navy, in addition to the normal reward for merit, carried an inexplicable meaning that made each admiral feel a chill.

In this list of rewards for meritorious service, Yang Ming proposed the title and position of New World Expeditionary Envoy for the first time, granting it to Admiral Sakazuki of Akainu and giving him the authority to command 10 troops. It seemed very tempting, but in reality it was a demotion in disguise.

It's important to know that every admiral has the authority to issue a Buster Call. The standard setup for a Buster Call is one admiral and five vice admirals, or even more.

This also means that if a naval admiral were to issue a Buster Call, he could mobilize more than 100,000 troops in no time.

At the same time, the New World is the private domain of all the powerful figures. Appointing Admiral Sakazuki Akainu as the New World Expeditionary Envoy is practically putting him in a very difficult position.

Regarding the promotion of Kuzan, the general of Aokiji, Yang Ming made no attempt to conceal his intentions. The governor of Beihai hinted that this was to give Kuzan a position where he could retire to a less demanding role.

As for the additional title bestowed upon Fujitora, it may seem the least prestigious, but in reality, it is the most generous.

Fujitora Issho was, after all, Yang Ming's trusted subordinate. He had followed Yang Ming since the West Blue and had risen through the ranks. His loyalty and ability were evident to all. Appointing Fujitora Issho as the Admiral of Whole Cake Island was equivalent to granting him the territory of the Bigo Pirates, making him a powerful warlord with his own army.

Of course, now that the world has been devastated by war, the great lord Fujitora Issho, who is supposed to be a regional warlord, is not really a powerful figure. He is more here to guard his territory and restore the livelihood and production of the people in the world.

With its advantageous geographical location and abundant natural resources, Wanguo is sure to become a stable logistics base if developed properly.

Although Yang Ming had already relocated Empress Boa Hancock and her Amazon Lily Kingdom to another dimension, and the former members of the Kuja Pirates had retired and were diligently farming, Yang Ming always preferred to plan carefully before acting and was inclined to have multiple burrows. Naturally, he hoped to have as many logistical bases as possible, because what he was about to do would inevitably lead to a complete break with the World Government and Lord Im. Making more preparations would give him more trump cards.

After Yang Ming bestowed his rewards, everyone benefited greatly, which made others envious and wished they could take his place.

Unfortunately, the enemy's navy was too powerful, and they could only watch helplessly, unable to do anything. They could only blame their own incompetence, as the gains in this punitive war could not make up for the losses.

A great battle has slowly come to an end, but the aftershocks of the war have not subsided for a long time, and as time goes by, the impact of this turmoil continues to intensify.

The Guangming Daily editor-in-chief, Bellmer, personally wrote an article, and related reports spread like snowflakes across the world.

Marshal Shura declared: "Conducting regular special operations to eradicate bandits, pirates, and the mafia is of utmost urgency; we will not allow even the slightest fertile ground for evil to exist!"

The Navy issues a shocking announcement: We are determined to fight to the end; even the Four Emperors cannot stop the Navy's iron fist!

"Old Hero Garp: Why Does Our Navy Fight? All for the Well-being of the People!"

"The Bigo Pirates' defeat tolls the death knell for the Four Emperors!" (AP)

When newspapers like these spread to every corner of the world, they shocked and attracted the attention of many forces!

New world.

A pirate ship with a red dragon as its prow drifted on the waves. This ship, named Red Voss, was none other than the flagship of the Four Emperors, Red-Haired Shanks.

The waves gently lapped against the bow and sides of the ship, and as it glided forward, it was as light as a swallow skimming the water.

On the tall mast erected in the center of the Red Fowles, the white sails were dyed red by the setting sun, like a huge red ribbon fluttering in the wind.

The deck of the boat bobbed slightly as the water rippled.

Red-haired Shanks, unlike his usual frivolous self, held a newspaper in one hand and stared solemnly at its contents.

"Hawkeye, it seems like one problem after another is arising. We previously thought that Dark Night Overlord Li Qing was a huge threat, but we didn't expect that Marshal Shura is our most pressing threat right now."

Hawkeye Jorah Mihawk untied the gourd and took a sip of the liquor.

His seemingly casual movements were actually a result of his sharp eagle eyes carefully scrutinizing the numerous reports in the newspaper. Aside from the headlines, he discovered some interesting details in the subsequent columns, such as the deaths of former underworld kings like Du Feld, the king of loan sharks, and Umit, the king of transportation, in that great battle.

The kings of the underworld once controlled the world's most important transportation, trade, warehousing, freight, and loan sharking businesses. When they died on the battlefield, they should have left behind a huge vacuum of power and profit, attracting many powerful people to fight for a share of this gluttonous feast.

To this day, Hawkeye Jorah Mihawk has not heard of any new war in the New World, as if everyone has fallen silent. This is clearly not human nature, nor is it logical.

If we eliminate all the impossible options, the only plausible explanation is that there is an untouchable person or force that, after the deaths of these underworld kings, seized their power and territory in the shortest possible time, thus making others hesitant to act against them and dare not harbor any disloyal thoughts.

Who has the ability to do that?

The answer is obvious.

Marshal Shura, Yang Ming!

Perhaps this is the true value hidden behind these newspapers!

"The younger generation is truly formidable! The younger generation is indeed formidable!"

Even Hawkeye Jorah Mihawk couldn't help but utter such a remark.

After all, even Hawkeye Dracule Mihawk could never have imagined that the young Marshal Shura, who was only a teenager, could do what the previous Marshal Sengoku wanted to do but could not. Not only did he defeat the Bigo Pirates in one fell swoop, but his appetite was also unusually large. He even wiped out the kings of the underworld. Such a bold act was unprecedented and unparalleled.

Chapter 424 Lord Im's Overt Scheme

After all, even Hawkeye Dracule Mihawk could never have imagined that the young Marshal Shura, who was only a teenager, could do what the previous Marshal Sengoku wanted to do but could not. Not only did he defeat the Bigo Pirates in one fell swoop, but his appetite was also unusually large. He even wiped out the kings of the underworld. Such a bold act was unprecedented and unparalleled.

But at the same time, a question gradually surfaced in the minds of Shanks and Dracule Mihawk:

"What exactly does Marshal Shura want to do?"

Such a question, naturally, could not be answered by anyone.

But they knew very well that there was something even more important at hand.

Because, with the date of the Navy's public execution of Fire Fist Ace approaching, the Navy is about to engage in a full-scale battle with the Whitebeard Pirates!

If the Whitebeard Pirates were to fall, Shanks was unwilling to believe that Fleet Admiral Shura would let them go.

Thinking of this, even Shanks, who is usually quite unreliable, couldn't sit still for long.

"It seems I'll have to find a way to meet with Whitebeard."

The Grand Line.

After leaving the Devil's Triangle, the Straw Hat Pirates headed straight toward Impel Down.

Luffy sat cross-legged at the bow of the ship, holding a newspaper in his hands, a sharp glint in his eyes:

"Ace, wait for me, I'm coming to save you!"

"Even if Brother Yang Ming came, he couldn't stop me!"

Hearing Luffy's heroic words, Nami was speechless.