Chapter 33: The Insurgent Legion: Soldiers of Revolution

[Compared to ten days ago, the camp's area has significantly expanded, and intermittently, many individuals have joined in.]

[Those uncertain about the outcome of their lives aren't entirely decaying waste; they've merely lost hope in reality due to the state of the country.]

[Roja's action is to provide them with this hope, enabling them to grasp it with their own hands.]

[Once this hope takes root in these individuals' hearts, Roja can't help but admire the tremendous proactive spirit they unleash.]

[Currently, the registered population of the entire camp is 200, which is a considerable number.]

[Their location is merely a corner of the terminal, and the terminal itself is vast.]

[Yet, based on Roja's earlier survey estimates, the total population of the terminal is likely approaching 5,000 people, a significant figure.]

[Considering the entire Kingdom of Goa, including the people in the Kerber Mountains and the villages outside, Roja estimates the population to be around 60,000 to 70,000, not exceeding 100,000.]

[Roja's ultimate objective is to completely transform the entire terminal, turning it into a habitable town.]

[Presently, the camp's development is still somewhat distorted, with Fujitora and Roja personally bringing the necessary food and daily essentials for its growth.]

[Food is sustainable for a short duration. The Kingdom of Goa boasts abundant natural resources. Whether it's sea beasts in the ocean or creatures in the Korber Mountains, casually hunting one is sufficient to feed the camp's inhabitants.]

[Despite this, Roja mobilizes manpower to explore ways to convert the cleared land, formerly covered in garbage, into arable land.]

[This step is crucial. The climate and soil conditions in the Kingdom of Goa are favourable, and a small-scale cultivation effort can yield ample food.]

[This is also the reason why, despite the exploitation by many nobles and Celestial Dragons, most residents of the Goa Kingdom can still maintain a relatively decent standard of living.]

[Based on the terminal's area, as long as the continuous efforts in cleaning up garbage and reclaiming land persist, judging by the current progress, maintaining this cycle until the next grain harvest seems feasible.]

[While the camp is improving, Roja appears somewhat preoccupied, as if hesitating over something.]

["What have you been contemplating lately?" Fujitora couldn't help but inquire.]

["I'm contemplating whether to teach them combat skills," Roja responded. "We can't linger here indefinitely. Once we depart, they must possess enough strength to handle challenges."]

["Teaching combat? That could be beneficial," Fujitora remarked.]

["I'm just a bit apprehensive. Individual strength being too dominant, I worry about potential consequences," Roja admitted.]

[Roja seldom expresses concern, and this is the first time Fujitora has seen uncertainty on his face.]

[Roja's apprehensions are not unfounded. In this world, there exist individuals with superhuman abilities. A powerful person can defy armies and even obliterate a nation.]

[When an individual's power reaches a certain level, numerous established orders become easily disrupted.]

[Xia Yiwu breaking the ban is a prime example of what he's referring to.]

[Upon hearing Roja's concerns, Fujitora reflected for a moment and reassured, "I don't think there's a need to worry so much."]

["Personal strength is acquired through training and practice, much like knowledge is gained through learning. The disparity between physical strength and the power of knowledge isn't significant."]

["The World Government restricts the mind; we restrict power. Isn't this a natural balance?"]

["If an order is righteous, those who gain power from it will naturally work to preserve it. If the majority gaining power opposes it, that indicates the order is flawed."]

"Just like our current stance against the World Government and the nobles of the kingdom," Fujitora added.

"Of course, this is just my perspective. When it comes to understanding revolutions and the world, I am far less profound than you," Fujitora admitted with a modest touch to his head.

"No, you're correct, Mr. Yixiao," Roja responded with a relieved smile. "You're right. When it comes to contemplating these matters, I fall far behind you."

["I always speak about empowering the masses, but now I find myself apprehensive of the empowered masses. This is my predicament."]

[In addition to addressing this concern, Roja is also gratified by Fujitora's growth.]

[Initially, Roja could only lead, and now Fujitora is capable of thoughtful consideration from a revolutionary standpoint.]

[This is positive progress, and Roja plans to impart additional methods, allowing Fujitora to work more independently.]

[Following the discussion, Roja promptly adjusted the current schedule for the camp residents.]

[Under Fujitora's guidance, in the morning, practice swordsmanship and martial arts, followed by afternoon sessions of clearing garbage and reclaiming land.]

[Combat training comes with a food allowance, but participants have the option to forfeit it voluntarily.]

Sengoku: Is this the formation of an army?

Kaido: I can tell you unequivocally that, indeed, this is the creation of an army. However, it's purely training with no actual combat. An army formed in this manner won't be very effective in real battles.

Tsuru: Has the so-called revolutionary army finally embarked on the path of violent warfare?

As a Marine, Tsuru naturally disapproves of privately forming an army and disrupting order.

Long: There's no other way. The revolutionary army must have its own military force. I realized this too late, and that's why I allowed such a tragedy to unfold in Ohara.

Once again, Roja didn't disappoint the dragon.

He genuinely understands the necessity of an army for the revolutionary army.

The former dragon also wielded influence, believing that societal change could be achieved through appeals and ideas.

Dragon used to harbour a strong aversion towards war and despised the idea of having an army.

However, the Ohara incident dealt a severe blow to Long, making him realize that the World Government is not the benevolent force he once believed.

The world cannot be reformed through mere appeals.

For the revolution to succeed, one must possess their own strength. Overthrowing the royal regime and challenging the authority of the World Government through violence becomes the only viable path.

However, traversing this path is no easy feat.

Dragon is acutely aware of the challenges and drawbacks associated with this course, as he finds himself ensnared in these difficulties.

He is eager to witness the methods employed by Roja in establishing the army.

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