Chapter 15 Is Coming Soon
Grand Line Naval Headquarters Cruise Ship
The sea breeze is blowing and the white sails are hoisted high.
A standard medium-sized Marine warship was cutting through the waves, heading back towards the center of the Grand Line—Marineford, a symbol of world order and authority.
Inside the warship's command room.
A special encrypted military Den Den Mushi was quietly placed on the metal operating table, its outer shell engraved with the unique emblem representing the [Naval Headquarters], majestic and solemn.
The Den Den Mushi blinked "click, click", slowly moved its antennae, and waited for the connection.
Rogge stood in front of the communication station, his military uniform straight, his cape fluttering, and the sword at his waist gleaming coldly.
He looked calm, raised his hand, and pressed the answer button decisively.
——[Ding——Connection established]——
A cold and solemn announcement came from the Den Den Mushi:
"Naval Headquarters·Admiral Sakazuki's Office."
[Marineford Admiral Exclusive Office]
Under the scorching sun, the snow-white headquarters buildings stand tall.
The atmosphere in the office was solemn.
Sakazuki was wearing a military uniform, his admiral cape draped over the back of his chair, calmly reviewing stacks of thick military newspapers. A hot, oppressive feeling like magma filled the entire room, causing the air around him to vibrate slightly.
The vibration of the Den Den Mushi interrupted his movements.
He frowned and slowly pressed the answer button with his heavy fingers.
A young and steady voice rang out from the other end of the Den Den Mushi:
"Lieutenant Junior Grade Rogge, East Blue clearing operation completed, currently on the return ship, expected to arrive at headquarters within three days."
Simple. Calm. Clean.
No irrelevant nonsense.
Sakazuki paused for a moment.
On that face that was always as cold and hard as iron, the corners of his eyebrows moved slightly, almost imperceptibly.
--immediately.
At the corner of his mouth, an extremely subtle arc, which he suppressed, quietly rose.
It was like a river of fire was secretly surging beneath the lava layers.
He sneered softly, his voice hoarse, his tone still cold:
"Stinky boy... you're finally back."
But deep down in his heart, waves were already surging:
[Laozi has endured for so many years and finally has a younger generation who can carry the flag! ]
East Blue's purge... was even faster than Laozi's initial move.
[Steady, ruthless, accurate... didn't let Laozi lose face! ]
[As expected of you, Sakazuki's nephew. You are my recognized heir—]
[The future Marine battle flag will sooner or later be planted all over the ocean!]
Sakazuki suddenly closed the military newspaper in his hand and waved his hand!
The sound resounded throughout the office:
"Order—"
"All middle and senior management, order your troops to line up and prepare to welcome the return of Rogge Lieutenant Junior Grade!"
"Full alert, no need for extravagance, standard level one reception!"
"Inform Sengoku—"
"Laozi came out in person to pick them up!"
Upon hearing this, the officer on duty's face turned grim. He almost staggered as he saluted quickly and ran off to convey the order.
Sakazuki slowly stood up, his eyes blazing with flames as he looked down at the distant sea.
The strong wind lifted the cloak.
Lava-like anger and suppressed pride intertwined and swirled within him.
"The only family left... Laozi must protect them to the end!"
As Sakazuki's phone call came in, the atmosphere among the entire Marine senior management quietly changed, and everyone had different reactions to the news of his upcoming return to headquarters.
[Marshal Sengoku's Office]
Marshal Sengoku stood up, tall and with a calm expression: "Rogge's return is indeed good news."
His voice was steady, revealing a calm and unhurried composure. "The complete eradication of East Blue undoubtedly proves his ability."
He paused for a moment, a thought flashing in his eyes. "However, the name 'War Faction'. Rogge's justice is too strong, and it may cause some unnecessary conflicts."
Vice Admiral Tsuru sat next to Sengoku, frowning slightly before speaking calmly, "I agree with you. Rogge's decisiveness and ruthlessness are indeed shocking, but his tactical style is often direct, even leading many to believe he's a bit too eager for quick success."
She gently adjusted her glasses and continued, "If he could be more patient, he might be able to better integrate into the vast and complex system of the Marine."
"That kid is finally willing to come back."
Garp laughed heartily, his expression still a little lazy as usual.
"East Blue has been cleaned up, but it's much more aggressive than what I did."
He stretched, still smiling: "But I'm looking forward to seeing what he looks like."
Garp did not seem overly worried, but instead seemed very relaxed.
[Aokiji Admiral Office]
Aokiji was still working idly at the headquarters. When he saw the news of Rogge's return, he sighed softly, closed his eyes slightly, and had a slightly bitter smile on the corner of his mouth.
"Alas, it seems that even I can't settle down here any more."
Aokiji said softly, looking up at the ceiling.
"That boy is so cruel."
Aokiji's voice was filled with helplessness and fatigue.
Although he did not object to Rogge's style of doing things, he preferred to find ways of compromise and peace rather than Rogge's overly radical solutions.
[Kizaru Admiral Office]
When Kizaru heard the news of Rogge's imminent return, he gently swung the golden sunglasses in his hand and sighed slightly.
"Ha, it's almost here..."
Kizaru chuckled as he stared out the window, his eyes thoughtful.
"This kid is really strong."
But Kizaru's smile remained unchanged, with a kind of detached casualness.
He rarely intervenes in the conflicts within and outside the Marine, and still maintains his seemingly lazy yet intelligent demeanor.
[Cruise warship command room]
As the morning light breaks, the waves of the Grand Line roll in the sea breeze, and the warship, like a sharp arrow breaking through the air, sails steadily towards the center of the world - Marineford.
Inside the command room.
Rogge's military uniform was straight, and his cape swayed slightly with the airflow.
He stood in the center of the cabin, his expression calm and his eyes as dark as the abyss.
——East Blue cleared.
—This is the part he chose to reveal.
As for unifying Sky Island, reclaiming Enel, and incorporating Ark Maxim...
Those trump cards that can truly shake the world——
It's not time to unveil it yet.
Rogge slowly brought his five fingers together and tapped the platform lightly with his knuckles.
That sound, like the rumble of thunder, indicated another sharp edge lurking in the darkness.
"...See you at headquarters."
The Den Den Mushi hung up with a click, and its expression returned to dullness.
Bang——!
Communications were completely interrupted.
Rogge turned around, his black cloak drawing a cold arc, like a hidden blade cutting through the morning sea fog.
Leiter had been waiting impatiently by the door, grinning and waving his heavy saber, and asked carelessly:
"Boss, is it done? What's the response from headquarters?"
Rogge raised his eyebrows, a faint sneer flashing across the corner of his mouth.
"What else can I do?"
"——Those old guys at headquarters are waiting to see us make a fool of ourselves."
The tone was understated, but murderous intent was hidden behind every word.
Lei Te immediately Ichiraku, hefted the heavy sword to his shoulder, and laughed:
"Okay! That's perfect, I'm itching to do it too!"
"Then let's see whether we will be embarrassed or they will cry and admit their mistakes!"
There was a burning fighting spirit in his eyes, without any fear at all.
Upon hearing this, the soldiers on the warship also smiled and adjusted their uniforms, their eyes revealing a strong sense of sharpness and confidence.
——This group of warriors who have followed Rogge through countless bloody battles are already ready to welcome the glory on the battlefield that belongs to them.
And in the corner.
Enel leaned against the wall with his arms folded, his earlobes twitching as he muttered softly:
"This God... This God is also a presence that commands great power... How dare a mere Marine despise this God's might—"
Bang!
Lei Te smiled and slapped him on the back of the head, almost knocking him to the ground:
"Alright, little charlatan, Seaman First Class, behave yourself and don't cause us any trouble!"
Enel was furious, his hair standing on end and his earlobes twitching wildly. Just as he was about to fight back with thunder, Rhett glared at him fiercely, forcing him to hold back the thunder and lightning, making him so angry that his teeth were itching.
The scene was extremely joyful for a while.
——But everyone knows that this is just a brief relaxation before the storm.
The real battlefield is not just at sea.
Behind that high white wall—
Among those Marine executives who talk about justice but have different thoughts.
The wind blew up the waves, and the sea looked like a white mirror.
The warships cut through the waves, their flags fluttering.
The outline of [Marineford] has gradually emerged in the morning light.
And the island that symbolizes "world justice" is about to usher in a new baptism.
Rogge stood quietly at the bow, his black hair slightly disheveled and his black cloak fluttering like a battle flag.
His eyes reflected the smoke of war that was about to break out.
——This time.
——He wants to use his own hands to tear Marine's true justice out of corruption!