Who told him to become the Pirate King!

Chapter 163 The New Navy, Second-in-Command! (Third update, 9k words, please subscribe!)

"Naval guerrillas?"

Storm was no stranger to the term "guerrillas".

Because he was originally a member of the Sharp Blade unit.

To be precise.

As a rear admiral, Storm is now the second-in-command of the Sharp Edge Force!

When Aokiji invited Storm to join the Blade Force, he said that the Blade Force was "a guerrilla force that can move freely".

What Storm didn't expect was that Zephyr would also invite him to join another "naval guerrilla force" at this time.

In fact.

If Storm hadn't gifted the "Clay Arm" to Zeffa today...

Zephyr will indeed form his own "Naval Guerrilla Force" two years later to travel the seas and hunt pirates.

This former admiral did not begin to leave the navy and act independently in 1523 of the Sea Calendar.

26 years ago, Zephyr's family was killed by pirates.

At that time, he had already begun to consider leaving the Navy and hunting pirates.

However, due to the strong dissuasion of the other naval commanders at the time.

Zephyr then stayed in the Navy and began to teach and train new naval recruits as the chief instructor.

Until three years ago, Zephyr's recruit training camp was attacked by Edward Weevil.

That major setback made him consider leaving the navy again.

Five years later, the World Government invited Edward Weevil to become the new Shichibukai.

Zephyr officially left the Navy at that time—this statement is not entirely accurate.

Strictly speaking...

In 1523 of the Sea Calendar, Zephyr had become completely disillusioned with the World Government and the Marine Headquarters. He abandoned his previous allegiance and stance and chose to form the "NEO Navy".

Between 1520 and 1523, Zephyr was active on the high seas as the highest-ranking officer of the "naval guerrilla force".

Storm's actions today, namely his "handing over" move, have only spurred the premature birth of the "Naval Guerrilla."

"Professor Zephyr, have you forgotten that I'm still a member of the Sharp Blade Squad!"

"Of course I haven't forgotten."

Zefa said in a deep voice as he adjusted to his "new clay arm".

"In fact, it's precisely because of your status as a member of the Sharp Blade Squad that I invited you to join my naval guerrilla force!"

Zephyr's original plan was to wait until the naval scientists had finished building his mechanical arm, and then leave the navy with a group of marines to hunt pirates as a "guerrilla force".

But that will present a problem.

That is, apart from Kaize himself, there were no other outstanding naval personnel in that "naval guerrilla force" who could stand alone.

To know.

Zefa's health condition is quite worrying.

In his normal state, Zephyr can indeed unleash combat power at the level of an admiral.

But Zephyr is sick!

And he was very sick!

Once the disease takes hold, Zefa will have difficulty even protecting himself, let alone maintaining his fighting ability.

In that situation, don't expect Zephyr to be able to protect the rest of the naval guerrillas.

He even needed naval guerrillas to protect him...

"Senior officers" of the naval guerrillas.

Zephyr has already scouted three men, all of whom are marines he personally trained.

Xiu Zuo, Ain, Binz.

The former is a martial arts expert and is currently Zefa's right-hand man in the recruit training camp.

The latter two are Devil Fruit users; the former possesses the Rewind Fruit, and the latter has the Lush Fruit.

It is worth mentioning that.

Ian and Binz were both survivors of the attack three years ago, and the only two survivors of that year's recruit training camp.

For now.

Shuzo, Ain, and Binz are all relatively... mediocre in terms of strength.

Having taught students for decades, Zephyr could clearly see the potential and upper limit of the three of them.

If we use the bounty amount of pirates as an analogy...

The upper limit for these three is estimated to be around 500 million Berries.

This is only the ideal situation.

The three people at this stage.

Shuzo, who is skilled in physical techniques, is quite good.

Ion and Binz probably don't even have the ability to deal with a supernova...

Zephyr's expectation for the "Pirate Guerrilla Team" is that he can lead this team into the New World and wipe out the trash and scum there.

But the entire "guerrilla force"

Apart from Zephyr himself.

The other three "senior officers" struggled even to deal with pirates with bounties exceeding 100 million Berries.

Pirates living in the New World with bounties exceeding 100 million are as numerous as carp crossing a river.

How can we fight like this?

We can't put all the fighting pressure on Zephyr alone, can we?

Not to mention that Zephyr himself has quite a few flaws!

But now.

Storm's appearance gave Zephyr another direction to consider.

First of all, Storm is a purebred naval soldier, the purest of all.

Secondly, Storm came from the elite troops and was very familiar with the "guerrilla" tactics;

Finally, Storm himself was strong enough to easily defeat two Shichibukai!

If such a navy could be brought into the naval guerrilla force, Zephyr's own pressure would be greatly reduced.

"Naval guerrillas?"

Storm pondered for a moment before asking.

"If I choose to join, do I have to leave the Sharp Blade unit?"

Why are you canceling?

Zefa shook his head, denying it outright.

"My guerrilla unit is a separate organization, so you can also serve as a member of the Sharp Blade unit at the same time."

"Furthermore, I also know the significance and objectives of the Sharp Blade Force... The Sharp Blade Force and the guerrillas are actually the same in nature."

They all obey orders but not direct commands!

Storm nodded; he understood.

Before Storm could give a final reply.

Zefa continued speaking to himself.

"I'm still leading this year's recruit training camp. In any case, you have to finish what you start."

"Even if the guerrilla force is established, it will probably be a year from now."

"Strom, I can give you a year to think about whether you want to join the guerrillas."

Zefa gazed at Storm and spoke earnestly.

"I hope you can seriously consider this issue."

"No need to think about it seriously, I can actually give you an answer right now, Professor Zephyr."

Storm shook his head and said directly.

"I can join this 'guerrilla force,' but as you know, my current status is rather special, and it's not appropriate for me to appear alongside the navy."

"Of course! Of course!"

Zefa nodded repeatedly.

"You are now one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea... Since that's the case, it's settled!"

"After this year's recruit training camp is over, I will start preparing for the guerrilla operation, and then I will contact you again."

"it is good."

Storm responded solemnly.

He chose to accept Zefa's invitation.

It wasn't just because he deeply respected his teacher, Zephyr.

Furthermore, Zephyr's "Naval Guerrilla" will eventually evolve into another organization—

"NEO Navy," or "New Navy."

Just like Crocodile said before.

The navy is the true king of this sea.

However, it is an organization under the World Government.

The Navy isn't always able to uphold its "justice"!

Even Storm couldn't see into the very distant future.

But one thing he was certain of was that his "harmonious" relationship with the World Government would not last forever.

However, if Storm clashes with the World Government...

The navy will undoubtedly become a huge obstacle between him and the world government!

At that time.

Zephyr's "Naval Guerrilla Force," or rather, the "NEO Navy," could come in handy...

Now join the naval guerrillas.

He will be the second-in-command of the new navy in the future!

This can be seen as Storm taking precautions!

Zefa hadn't expected that his casual invitation to Storm would actually be accepted so readily.

The naval guerrilla force had not yet been established.

Zefa invited a junior who was outstanding in terms of ideas, ability, and reputation.

As for Storm's "radical justice"...

Zephyr, who "doesn't kill," might still find it displeasing.

Zephyr just wants him to "go all out" right now!

With his right hand restored and Storm recruited, two happy events occurred one after the other, making Zeffa's steps much lighter.

Zephyr quickly walked to Edward Weevil, who was still asleep, raised his newly created right hand, and wrapped it with Armament Haki.

A deliberate, deliberate punch!

boom!

A dull thud was heard.

Zephyr's heavy punch landed directly on the head of the sleeping Edward Weevil.

The latter was jolted awake by the sudden, heavy blow, and jumped up in a daze. A huge bulge was growing on his head at a visible speed.

"Ouch, that hurts!"

Edward Weebull clutched his throbbing head, tears welling in his eyes, and cried out for Buckingham Stussy.

"Mommy! Mommy!"

Zephyr stood before Edward Weevil, looking at the large man who was crying uncontrollably like a child, and a strange, subtle emotion welled up within him.

"Don't cry!"

Zefa clenched his fist, stepped forward, and said in a firm and powerful voice.

"Pirates!"

Edward Weebull had no idea who the purple-haired giant was, even though he was the one who had chopped off the man's arm.

The constant, excruciating pain from above filled Edward Weevil with fear; all he wanted was to get away from this terrifying-looking, purple-haired giant as quickly as possible.

"Mommy! Mommy!"

Edward Weebull ran and shouted.

He could barely speak clearly, only calling out "Mom's" name.

Zefa's brows furrowed tightly, and a subtle emotion welled up inside him.

【shave】!

Zephyr vanished from his spot in an instant, appearing directly in front of Edward Weevil as if by teleportation.

He swung his right hand, and delivered another blow—

A deliberate, deliberate punch!

boom!

Zephyr's fist struck Edward Weevil hard in the abdomen, sending him flying high into the air before crashing back down onto the ground of Long Ring Island, creating a deep crater.

First, he was forcibly woken up, and then he was hit in the stomach.

Edward Weebull also had a headache and a stomachache.

Unable to call for his mother, he simply gave up resisting, covered his head with his hands, curled up deep in the pit, and adopted a posture of accepting whatever beatings or scoldings he might receive.

However, Edward Weebull was still shouting at this moment.

"Mommy...Mommy...Where are you...It hurts so much..."

Zefa stood at the edge of the pit, looking down at the big, silly guy who only knew how to cover his head, cry, and call for his mother, and felt an overwhelming sadness in his heart.

Was his life ruined by such a fool?

(End of this chapter)