Marineford War: I Will Stand in the Sky

In this war that drew immense attention from both the world government and the navy, the two sides engaged in a prolonged and exceptionally fierce offensive and defensive battle.

The revolutionary army demonstrated remarkable resilience and unity, and also implemented numerous strategies in an attempt to reverse the course of the war.

Unfortunately, Lieutenant General Yan, the son of the "wise general" Sengoku Marshal, was ultimately more skilled. He constantly broke through the Revolutionary Army's struggles and often took the lead, repeatedly restraining "the world's most dangerous man," Dragon, and engaging in more than ten battles.

This war also gave rise to a multitude of moving stories and naval heroes. Many promising young naval talents emerged like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, and the formidable fighting power of the samurai group led by Yamato was recognized throughout the entire sea.

Finally, after a six-month-long offensive and defensive battle, the two sides engaged in a decisive battle that lasted three days and three nights!

The sky collapsed and the earth cracked, a storm swept through, and blood stained the sky...

Finally, what remains above the sky of Wano Country is an endless sea of ​​cherry blossoms, dazzling and dreamlike!

The war that raged in Wano Country came to an end with the serious injuries to Dragon and Issho, the defeat of the Revolutionary Army, and their escape from Wano Country.

Unfortunately, Vice Admiral Yann also exhausted all his strength in this battle, and the three CP0 squads left in Wano Country were also mostly killed or wounded, making them unable to pursue.

Chapter 657 The Dissipating Storm of War

[Chapter 657. Three Months of Recuperation]

A few days later, a newspaper announcing the victory was scattered across the entire ocean.

This is a great victory for the Navy, and even more so for the World Government!

The Revolutionary Army, the only organization in the ocean that openly rebelled against the World Government, was completely defeated. After more than ten years of hard work, they lost all the territory of Wano Country and could only flee in a sorry state like wild dogs once again.

Undoubtedly, in the eyes of the Five Elders and the World Government, the impact of this event will greatly deter any rebellious elements in the ocean who harbor resentment towards the World Government, and will also significantly enhance the World Government's prestige.

The only thing that displeased the World Government was that, with the Revolutionary Army being driven out, Yamato, one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, almost impatiently demanded that the World Government personnel staying within the territory of Wano Country leave, thus asserting his sovereignty over Wano Country.

Although the Five Elders were somewhat displeased with Yamato's lack of tact, they had no choice but to agree because they had previously publicly declared the independence of Wano Country and Yamato's status.

Of course, according to the agreement previously reached by both parties, the Navy's G-9 branch will continue to be maintained.

However, after defeating the Revolutionary Army, coupled with the harsh and unique climate conditions surrounding Wano Country, the importance of the G-9 branch has been greatly reduced. Its only remaining functions are serving as a thorn in the side of the "New World" and as a port for the World Government to trade Seastone with Wano Country.

The protagonist of this war, the "naval hero" Terfim Yarn, became an unparalleled figure on the high seas!

With his dazzling achievements such as sinking the "Ancient Weapon Pluton", defeating "Red-Haired" Shanks, and now crushing the Revolutionary Army led by Dragon, Yann's prestige has surpassed that of the three admirals of the Navy, making him a true legend in the Navy, second only to Vice Admiral Garp.

In this turbulent "Great Pirate Era," ordinary people experienced for the first time the feeling that the Navy was subtly suppressing the pirates.

More importantly, Yann is too young, so young that countless pirates are terrified of him!

Compared to Vice Admiral Garp, the "Marine Hero" who arrested the Pirate King Roger and is now over seventy years old, Vice Admiral Yann is only in his thirties and hasn't even reached his true prime yet.

At this moment, most pirates had the illusion that, just as Vice Admiral Garp was the archenemy of Pirate King Roger, anyone who wanted to become Pirate King would have to overcome the formidable obstacle of Vice Admiral Yann.

For a time, compared to Dragon's disheveled escape, many pirates were more concerned about Yann's next move.

Without a doubt, wherever Yan goes, the pirates will definitely stay away from that sea area that will become a "forbidden zone" without hesitation.

However, what the pirates couldn't know from the newspapers was that Aon was also "seriously injured" in this war, and stayed in Wano Country to recuperate for three months before reappearing with a pale face.

"Lord Yann, you still don't look well. Perhaps you should rest for a while longer," Major General Hope, who came to greet you, advised upon seeing your condition.

Immediately, Yann's expression subconsciously changed slightly.

Still talking about self-cultivation?

If I continue to recuperate, I'm afraid that besides my face becoming increasingly pale, I might even break my back.

It can only be said that Yamato truly lives up to his reputation as a user of the "Inu Inu no Mi (Dog-Dog Fruit), Mythical Zoan, Big Mouth God Form." Even though he is not much stronger than Hancock in terms of pure physique, his regenerative ability as a Mythical Zoan is simply terrifying, and his physical strength is unfathomable.

Therefore, Yann pushed up his glasses and rejected Major General Hope's proposal almost without hesitation.

"Major General Hope, justice doesn't give people much time to recover. I'm fine."

Upon hearing this gentle yet unwavering and pure statement of justice, the naval officers present were almost instinctively stirred with excitement, responding loudly in unison.

"Yes! For justice!"

"For justice!"

Seeing this, Yann nodded slightly, replied to the naval officers in front of him, and then asked Rear Admiral Hope.

"Is the warship ready? Have the remaining official duties been handed over to the newly appointed G-9 branch base commander?"

Major General Hope answered with his head held high, "Rest assured, Lord Arne, everything is ready."

"it is good."

Immediately afterwards, Yann, along with Rear Admiral Hope and other naval officers who had come to greet him, left the secluded and quiet courtyard where Yann had been recuperating, and headed towards the port of the G-9 branch.

When Aon and his group arrived at the port of G-9 branch, the newly appointed G-9 branch base commander, Vice Admiral Fire Mountain, led a large number of naval soldiers who were already lined up neatly and waiting for Aon.

This... such a big commotion?

Yann's expression changed slightly, and he turned to give Major General Hope beside him an inquiring look.

Originally, Yann planned to leave the G-9 branch quietly on a warship, but he never expected such a grand farewell ceremony to be held.

“Hope, there’s no need to make such a fuss over these pointless scenes. Military affairs should take precedence,” Yarne said in a reprimanding tone.

Before Major General Hope could reply with some grievance, Lieutenant General Huoshaoshan's hearty and rugged voice rang out from afar, saying...

“Lieutenant General Yann, this was not arranged by Major General Hope. It’s just that Major General Hope has been handing over many official duties to me recently, so the soldiers naturally understood that Lieutenant General Yann was about to leave the G-9 branch. Therefore, they all came to see Lieutenant General Yann off on their own initiative.”

Upon hearing this, Yann's expression shifted slightly, and his gaze swept over the numerous marines before him. He noticed that almost every marine's eyes held longing, reluctance, and admiration...

The sailors remained silent, or perhaps they didn't know what to say; they simply gazed at Yann with tearful eyes.

"Ugh……"

Yaen sighed, a fleeting sense of guilt rising in his heart.

As long as I continue down my own path, I will ultimately betray their hopes.

But... longing is always the emotion furthest from understanding. One's destiny will never be as these naval officers hope, becoming a pure "naval hero," nor will it be merely becoming a "naval hero."

The halo of naval heroes is too dazzling, only completely obscuring the evil of the world government hidden beneath it.

"Navy..."

Yann slightly raised his hand towards the numerous naval soldiers in front of him, and then spoke loudly.

"I have never considered myself a hero, nor do I hope that you will excessively yearn for so-called heroes. What I hope for is that each of you can become your own hero!"

"I look forward to our next meeting, where you will both shine with a different kind of righteous light in the ocean!"

Chapter 658 Three Months of Recuperation

[Chapter 658. It Doesn't Matter Where We Go]

Immediately after speaking, Yann turned around without hesitation and walked towards the warship, his "Buddhist" cloak fluttering slightly in the wind.

This scene, along with Yann's words, was deeply etched into the minds of all the Marines.

That man... will set sail again, carrying justice on his shoulders as he traverses the seas, and he also hopes that he can shine with the light of justice!

Exhilarating, passionate...

At this moment, the Navy's hearts were filled with restlessness, wishing for another war similar to the one that lasted for more than half a year in Wano Country, instead of just watching Vice Admiral Yann leave like this!

On a mountain peak some distance from the G-9 branch, Yamato gazed at Aon's retreating figure, watching his king depart Wano Country.

Yamato, her face flushed, sighed softly, a hint of melancholy in her eyes as she murmured, "I really wanted to go to sea with you and see the rest of the world beyond Wano Country..."

However, Yamato is well aware of the weight of Wano Country on her shoulders and the need to carry out a thorough reform in Wano Country to put that man's ideals and ideas into practice.

For the past three months, Yamato has secretly met with Aon almost every night, not only because he knows that Aon will soon leave the country, but also to have in-depth discussions about the ideals held by that man.

It's truly...shocking!

Yamato has completely submitted to Aon's ideals and understands that if the reforms can be successfully completed, Wano Country will truly be reborn from the ashes, and countless commoners will be able to live a truly equal and happy life.

“Tefimo Yann, I will definitely keep my promise…”

Yamato, who was usually bold and unrestrained, murmured to himself as he watched the warship gradually disappear into the distance. A rare glimmer of tears appeared in his eyes, and a sense of emptiness welled up inside him.

"We'll surely meet again when the promise is fulfilled, won't we?"

……

In contrast to the melancholy of parting felt by Yamato, Aon was already lying on the deck of the warship, recuperating.

This time, I really need to rest and recuperate for a while.

The war, which lasted for more than half a year, exhausted Arn greatly, making him even more tired than the navy personnel who were constantly fighting on the front lines.

After all, it's just like playing chess.

Engaging in a life-or-death duel with a master is naturally quite exhausting, but the situation of someone like Yann, who needs to simultaneously hold pieces on both sides, constantly counter his own moves, and also needs to play an exceptionally exciting game, in order to satisfy the audience of the World Government, the Marine Headquarters, and some forces that are paying attention to the war.

It is no exaggeration to say that Yann expended twice the effort.

After that, in order to make Yamato, the true ruler of Wano Country, understand the reform policy and the ideology of the Revolutionary Army, Aon spent three whole months teaching her by word and deed, attending classes every night.

I'm so tired...

Lying on the deck, enjoying a long-lost sense of leisure, feeling the warm sunshine on his skin, he felt as if he might fall asleep at any moment.

Just then, Major General Hope's familiar and loud voice rang out, startling the somewhat dazed Yann so much that he almost jumped up.

"Lord Yann, shall we return directly to Marineford to report for duty?"

Arn lazily peeked out from under his eyes and said, "Why go back to Marineford? Aren't we going back?"

Major General Hope paused slightly upon hearing this, scratched his bald head, and asked, "So, what is the next destination?"

Yann waved to Hope and slowly began to speak.

"The pirates in the 'New World' are too rampant. I'll put my name on the flag of my warship to deter them. Then, just like before in the North Blue, you can decide your own destination. It doesn't matter where you go."

Major General Hope's eyes lit up immediately.

It has to be said that Yann's decision almost subconsciously stirred the passion of the Navy!

Even though the Navy achieved a final victory in the war against "Red-Haired" Shanks and "Beasts" Kaido nearly two years ago, greatly enhancing the Navy's somewhat declining prestige.

However, apart from the Navy's three branches, the New World is almost entirely infested with pirates, and the Navy is simply not capable of patrolling and fighting pirates in the New World.

Even if those rampant pirates in the "New World" waters were to encounter a lone naval warship, they might excitedly pounce on it.

Therefore, this "new world" sea area, where the navy has almost no ability to intervene, has become a painful issue that the navy finds difficult to confront.

Now, the meaning behind Yann's words is clearly that he wants to inspect the "New World" waters and reaffirm the presence of the navy in the "New World" waters!