From Pirate to Revolutionary Mentor

Chapter 19 Kuzan, born in the South China Sea

On this vast ocean, the people of Mary Geoise who claim to be descendants of God have always been concerned only with the people and events of the Void Century.

The same applies to D, the same applies to Roger, and the same applies to the future destruction of Ohara.

Perhaps this was one of the reasons behind the disbandment of the Roger Pirates and Roger's surrender.

Even the sudden appearance of military force in the South China Sea incident, which led to regime change in two non-member states, did not concern them much.

Within the realm of power, the discussions revolve around the sinful bloodline inherited through the "D" in Roger's surname.

As for the pregnant women arrested in the South China Sea, they were no longer of any significance to them; whether they were arrested or released was irrelevant.

"That so-called Pirate King Roger went to that island, and his surrender was questionable from the start."

"This sparked countless people to flood the sea, all setting their sights on that island. In other words, from the day Roger's words spread throughout the world, pirates could no longer be left unchecked."

"We all know that on this vast ocean, the tempering of the mind and will can enable the body to wield even greater power. As more people flock to the sea, it is necessary to strengthen the navy to achieve a new balance."

"Among the new generation of naval officers, Sakazuki, Borsalino, and Kuzan will soon become the navy's top combat force."

"Kuzan, the user of the Ice-Ice Fruit. He was born in the South Blue, right?"

"The wave stirred up by Roger needs to be contained. Let the intelligence department continue investigating Roger's posthumous son, and release those arrested in the South China Sea."

"Agreed. This will leave the vacant position open. Once the three admirals are all in place, the position of Fleet Admiral..."

"The Warring States period, its justice aligns with our goal of maintaining balance."

"Um."

"That's fine too."

……

Meanwhile, at the Navy Headquarters.

A minute ago, a accusatory document from the World Government was delivered here, and one of the Five Elders even called personally, insisting on questioning Kuzan.

Kong frowned but didn't argue, because he knew very well that in the eyes of the Five Elders and the Celestial Dragons of Mary Geoise, the CP were the obedient dogs, and the Navy was just there to maintain the balance.

"Knock knock knock".

After a knock on the door, Kuzan walked in.

After a long pause, Kong finally raised his head and said, "I remember your class was the third class taught by that guy Zefa, right?"

Kuzan replied, "Yes. Professor Zephyr became an elite class teacher after that incident, and I was a student in the third class."

Kong nodded slightly: "That guy, who was once known as Black Arm Zephyr just like Garp, almost lost his spirit after his family was killed by pirates. Not killing an admiral... sigh..."

The dissipation of energy and spirit also proves that this person's domineering aura has faded.

Just like Lomi, who had also been in the elite class, he returned to the West Sea without his former power.

Kuzan didn't know why the Air Marshal would bring this up, but that didn't stop him from stating his position on the matter.

"Zeff-sensei has always been too lenient with those pirates. Those guys who would do anything for fame and fortune would never have a bottom line like not harming their own family."

As soon as he finished speaking, Kong looked at Kuzan. In his eyes, he saw not a trace of hesitation.

So, for Kuzan, is taking action against his family the bottom line?

Kong waved his hand, signaling Kuzan to leave.

As for the leak... there's one sentence that puts the blame squarely on the Navy's shoulders, because they don't need any evidence.

……

At the port of Marineford, Kuzan looked at the azure sea with a hint of doubt.

Was the airborne commander summoning him just to discuss Zephyr's past? Or... to get his opinion on pirates?

The man's last words were that the number of pirates would grow exponentially in the next twenty years, and life would likely become even more difficult for all the islands on the Grand Line, and even for ordinary people across the seas.

At times like these, the navy bears a heavy responsibility.

Speaking of which, Mr. Garp hasn't returned yet. I wonder where he suddenly went on vacation?

It must be my hometown.

At that moment, he noticed two privates talking while smoking not far away.

"It seems something has happened in the South China Sea."

"You've heard about it too?"

"The information had already spread within the lockdown area before the lockdown even began; it was no secret."

"The information leaked from the World Government's CP agency was deliberately leaked by our navy."

"Yes, I know. But I don't think we did anything wrong, otherwise those pregnant women and unborn children would probably have died."

"It's all that bastard Gol D. Roger's fault. That guy left our Navy with a huge mess. We're getting requests for help from all the branches across the seas every day, and there are more and more pirates who deserve a bounty."

"Only the West Blue is somewhat better. Wasn't Mr. Garp on vacation? Didn't he go back to his hometown in the East Blue?"

"Who knows? Although he's in the communications department, such a big shot is not someone I could possibly track down."

……

Kuzan no longer cared about the conversation that followed; the first part alone was enough for him to understand why he had just been asked about Zephyr's question.

Putting everything together, it makes sense why the World Government's ships went to the East Blue and why Kevin from Rasgap Town was temporarily summoned.

Was he Gol Drogon's posthumous son?

For such a reason, they so easily decided to arrest all pregnant women in the restricted area.

Are those unborn babies guilty?

Is such a decision and order just? It's probably completely contrary to justice!

For a moment, Kuzan stood still.

At this moment, he was experiencing a great inner conflict.

He was not born into nobility. As a child, he could set sail with just a bundle, an umbrella, and a bottle of wine. He was just one of the ordinary people, born in the South China Sea.

What prompted him to go to sea at that time?

Kuzan scratched his head vigorously with both hands, as if trying to recall his original purpose.

At that moment, the thought of leaving the navy even flashed through his mind.

But what followed immediately was what the communications department naval officer had just said.

"Yes, I know. But I don't think I did anything wrong..."

For a moment, Kuzan's hands clenched tightly.

At this moment, he seemed to understand why Mr. Garp had never wanted to become an admiral. It was because Mr. Garp's desire to become a Marine was never to protect the so-called descendants of God on Mary Geoise.

So... what about myself?

Six years have passed, and now that I have become a candidate for general, what is my stance?

"I don't want to protect those guys either... but I also can't be as carefree as Mr. Garp."

After muttering a sentence to himself, Kuzan made up his mind.

……

I'm begging you to read on!

(End of this chapter)