One Piece: Get Stronger by Watching Battles

Zhou Ze, who finally had a day off, was fishing on the gunwale when the news brought by Mike almost made him fall off the boat.

"Marshal Sengoku has decided to promote you to Major General of the General Staff. The order has been issued!"

Mike looked at Zhou Ze with a face full of joy, unable to suppress the admiration in his eyes.

What the heck!

Repay evil with kindness?

"Have you found out anything?" Zhou Ze frowned; this didn't make sense.

“I’ve inquired, and I heard it was a decision made directly by high-ranking government officials,” Mike replied immediately.

"Not long ago, Rear Admiral X Drake of the Marine Headquarters left the Marines and is said to have become a pirate."

"This incident has caused the Navy Headquarters to lose face, so perhaps your promotion is also related to this consideration!"

High-ranking government officials? The Five Elders? And X. Drake?

Zhou Ze thought for a while and remembered that there was indeed such a person; he seemed to be a naval undercover agent.

Tsk tsk, the Warring States period was cunning and shrewd. He used this promotion as a cover for Drake.

Thinking of all this, Zhou Ze looked intently at Mike again, "Old Mike, you're really well-informed, you even know this!"

"That's because we often get together when we're not doing anything..."

Mike tossed his head, a broad smile on his face, but realized he'd almost let something slip halfway through his sentence and quickly corrected himself.

"When we train together, we occasionally hear some news."

Zhou Ze's lips twitched. "You're the most enthusiastic one to gossip about me behind my back. Did you think I didn't know?"

However, since you did provide some useful information this time, let's just let it go.

"Kobby, let's go back first. If we come directly here, Major General Zhou Ze won't see us."

Just then, an urgent voice came from the dock.

"Berumeber, how will you know if you don't try? If you won't go, I'll go myself."

Another voice rang out.

Upon hearing the two voices, Zhou Ze's heart stirred. He crossed the deck, walked to the other side of the ship's railing, and looked towards the dock.

Sure enough, they were the two people I remembered. I sighed inwardly, thinking how much the military really trains people; these two guys have changed so much.

The round-faced, seemingly simple-minded Koby I remembered has transformed into a handsome young man in such a short time.

While Bellamer's attire remained flamboyant, he had lost much of his goofy charm.

Zhou Ze leaned against the gunwale, a smile playing on his lips, watching the two still grappling together.

"Are you here to see me?"

The sudden sound startled Koby and Helmeppo. They looked up, paused for a moment, then quickly separated and saluted.

"Sergeant First Class Coby and Sergeant Bellmare greet Rear Admiral Zhou Ze!"

Zhou Ze returned the greeting, then waved, "Come on up."

"Speak, what do you want from me?"

Looking at the two people who were now somewhat timid on the deck, Zhou Ze's smile deepened.

"Reporting to Major General Zhou Ze, I'm fine," Koby hesitated for a moment before saluting again.

"You are my role model. I just wanted to come and meet you. Everyone says you are the pride of the navy..."

"I also want to be an excellent naval officer like you."

Zhou Ze nodded, then looked at Bellemere, "And what about you?"

“I, I,” Bellumeber hesitated, stammering, “me too.”

Zhou Ze's smile faded, and he asked solemnly, "An excellent navy?"

Seeing the change in Zhou Ze's expression, the two became even more nervous.

"Yes, it is."

Zhou Ze nodded, "Then work hard! I believe you can do it!"

Having received Zhou Ze's affirmation, the two felt much less nervous. Encouraged by their idol, they felt even more invigorated. Then they heard Zhou Ze slowly ask:

"What has Lieutenant General Garp been up to lately?"

Chapter 57 Goodbye Zephyr (Second Update)

Zhou Ze stayed on the ship because he was worried that he would get beaten up by Garp again after he got off.

Love's iron fist, when it hurts, it really hurts!

"Lieutenant General Garp is not at headquarters, and we haven't seen him for several days!"

Upon hearing Koby's reply, Zhou Ze raised an eyebrow.

"Oh?"

Something's not right. Garp should value these two kids a lot, yet he didn't take them with him on this voyage.

Zhou Ze rubbed his chin, his eyes flickering inexplicably, and muttered, "I see!"

Koby and the other two were puzzled by Zhou Ze's reaction, but dared not ask.

After a while, Zhou Ze woke up and realized that Koby and the other person were still standing beside him, so he waved his hand.

"Coby, Helmeppo, train hard at headquarters. I believe in you."

"come on!"

Then, while the two were still in a daze, they were asked to disembark.

"Mike, Mike, give us a shout, we're heading out to sea!"

……

Off the coast of Alabasta.

"Major General, isn't it inappropriate for you to skip the medal awarding ceremony?"

Mike stood beside Zhou Ze and asked cautiously.

"You knew it wasn't good, and you're only reminding me now?" Zhou Ze glanced at Mike. "Stop talking nonsense, what exactly do you want to say?"

"Hehe," Mike chuckled twice.

"I'm just wondering, we've been stuck in this area all morning, who are we waiting for?"

Zhou Ze simply hummed in agreement.

"Should I go and make some contact?" Mike's eyes gleamed with gossip.

"Contact them? Who should we contact?"

Zhou Ze turned his head and looked at Mike with a puzzled expression.

"Colonel Tina, this area is under Colonel Tina's jurisdiction. Aren't you and Colonel Tina..."

Mike hesitated, a hint of amusement in his expression.

Holy crap! Who told you I was looking for Tina?

Zhou Ze glared at Mike, "Mind your own business, I'm waiting for the others here!"

Mike immediately straightened his expression and replied, "Yes, sir!"

Half an hour later, a shout came from the watchtower.

"Three ships are approaching from the northeast..."

The marines reacted quickly and returned to their respective battle positions.

"It's the Navy, and this is... this is the symbol of the 'Pirate Guerrilla'!"

Upon hearing this news, Zhou Ze walked to the side of the ship and gazed into the distance.

Zephyr stood at the bow of the ship, with Ain and Binz standing behind him. They also saw the naval warship ahead.

“Zeff-sensei…” Ain was still somewhat worried. This was the Grand Line, and the pirates here were far stronger than those in the West Blue.

Zephyr glanced back at his fleet before turning to his two beloved disciples.

"I know you're worried, so don't worry, let's meet Zhou Ze first."

Then he turned back and stood proudly against the wind.

Zhou Ze transformed into a falcon, gliding across the sea and landing on Zefa's flagship.

Looking at the sprightly Zefa, he exclaimed with delight, "Teacher Zefa, you've arrived!"

She then greeted Ain and Binz, asking, "Was the journey safe?"

“We are fine. This area is safe after Crocodile’s defeat. We rested on Winter Island for a few days and came here as soon as we received your message.”

"Did I keep you waiting too long?"

Zefa looked at Zhou Ze and smiled with satisfaction.

"No, no." Zhou Ze waved his hand. "Teacher Zefa, then we can begin the second step of the plan."

Royal capital, Albana

"Your Majesty, Zhou Ze requests an audience!"

Jakar bowed to King Cobra.

"Please let him in. Oh, and let Vivi come over too!" Cobra said in a deep voice from his throne.

Zhou Ze stepped into the main hall and was taken aback when he saw Princess Vivi. However, he quickly recovered and bowed to Cobra, and then greeted Princess Vivi and the three court officials, Icarim, Gaka, and Bel.

"Your Majesty, Zhou Ze's purpose in coming is surely..."

Before Zhou Ze could even speak, Cobra waved his hand, interrupting him.

"We can talk about that later!"