Chapter 43: Garp and Aokiji's Entrance

Gekko Moria: By the way, how strong is this Naguri?

Gekko Moria is curious because the previous information was too vague.

It's difficult to determine Naguri's exact strength immediately after evading Roger.

During Roger's escape peak, even three billion pirates could be defeated in a matter of seconds.

Rayleigh: Naguri is likely not much weaker than someone at your Shichibukai level. In my opinion, Naguri is still quite powerful.

Copper Jabba: I share Rayleigh's assessment. The guy's strength and speed, along with his Conqueror's Haki, are formidable, even though he was seconded.

Gekko Moria: ...What they say about a Shichibukai at my level, I used to be really strong when I was young.

Kaido: That was decades ago, Moria; you're really regressing.

Moria fell silent, realizing he was indeed defeated by Kaido. It's fair to say he's gradually becoming weaker.

After Moria stopped speaking, the other Shichibukai took the floor.

Crocodile: If they're on par with a Shichibukai, then Roja's Revolutionary Army is now stronger than Dragon's Revolutionary Army.

Crocus: Allow me to clarify. The Dragons are still part of the Volunteer Army currently, and there's still a noticeable gap in combat power.

Sengoku: The current self-propelled army includes Dragon, Bartholemew Kuma, and Ivankov, all three of whom are more potent than the average Shichibukai.

Regarding the overall strength of the armies, while the Volunteer Army hasn't focused on building its forces, the Sobel Kingdom has its own established military. Generally speaking, Dragon's Volunteer Army holds the upper hand.

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Sengoku's analysis is accurate.

However, he had another thought crossing his mind.

Whether it's the Revolutionary Army or the Volunteer Army, to be frank, they are not weak; both are exceptionally strong.

If we compare them to pirates, these two factions were likely only surpassed by three or four pirate groups that dominated the seas during that era.

What's crucial is that these teams aren't just formidable in battle but also incredibly talented. Aside from Naguri, the rest are remarkably young.

When these two forces unite, it's truly a force to be reckoned with, rising to new heights.

At Mariejois,

If they weren't currently confined and had cups and china nearby, the Five Elders would have likely thrown them all out by now.

The Revolutionary Army, the most significant threat to the World Government, has acquired another Admiral.

Individuals skilled in Conqueror's Haki, whose strength is acknowledged by Rayleigh, are estimated to be on par with some of the weaker Shichibukai.

Even if there is a distinction, it won't be substantial.

There are numerous characters like this, even in this world.

But now, it's surprisingly easy for them to come under the command of the Revolutionary Army.

The Five Elders genuinely want to ask: Don't you possess the pride of a strong individual?

Shiki: I can't comprehend it. There are indeed pirates among us, and yet I abandoned my pirate career to join what's called a revolutionary army.

Roger: If it were me, maybe I would do the same. Shiki, you might not grasp the significance of a homeland to people like us, just as you can't fathom the importance of dreams.

Shiki remained silent, unable to respond. He had been defeated twice, both times by pirates who held their hometown and dreams close. Even he couldn't find words to counter that.

Aokiji: If I were in his position, I fear I would have chosen the same path as Naguri.

As Aokiji observes the current situation, he finds himself standing here with Roja, witnessing the type of justice he once envisioned.

To safeguard the world, protect the people, and genuinely earn the people's love, rather than consistently compromising with the darkness in the name of so-called general justice.

An exclamation resonated among the people in the chat group, and Aokiji's contemplation seemed to materialize at that very moment among the images on the giant screen.

A scene that stirred concern among the high-ranking members of the Revolutionary Army and sparked excitement for the Five Elders unfolded.

Close to the camp's perimeter in the Kerber Mountains, two figures emerged from the forest.

One figure stood majestic and tall, while the other was slender and lofty.

No one anticipated it.

In the midst of the camp's bustling development, these two individuals unexpectedly made their appearance here.

Garp, the celebrated Marine hero, and Kuzan, a young Marine prodigy who held the rank of Marine Vice Admiral at the time.

The Marines are acknowledged as the most formidable organization under the World Government, and now, one of their prominent leaders has arrived at this location.

In an instant, the circumstances turned highly unfavourable for Roja and the revolutionary cause.

[Garp and Aokiji emerged from the jungle trail on Mount Kerber, gazing at the expansive and serene camp ahead.]

[Garp grinned, revealing his trademark White Fang, and a hint of astonishment flickered in his eyes: "I was sceptical when I heard what Dadan and the tavern owner Nian mentioned."]

["I never imagined this rubbish heap would turn into what it is today. It's truly remarkable."]

["Mr. Garp, is this the dump you mentioned, created by the foolish rulers of the Goa Kingdom? It doesn't seem like it," Kuzan, still in good spirits, lifted his sunglasses and inquired with suspicion.]

["Even if it's you, I wouldn't believe it if I hadn't visited a few times," Garp remarked, pointing towards the garbage mountain near the city wall in the distance. "See that garbage mountain?"]

["The last time the old man visited, from that spot to where we stand now, it was all a pile of rubbish at that level."]

[Garp's revelation widened Aokiji's eyes.]

[He couldn't fathom such a scenario, a vast area from these mountains to the city wall filled with piles of garbage? It sounded too exaggerated.]

["By the way, I only returned about seven or eight months ago," Garp glanced at Aokiji, smiling. "According to Dadan and the others, these changes happened within half a year."]

["It's a miracle," Aokiji genuinely admired. "Can it really be the work of a boy less than ten years old?"]

["That's what Dadan mentioned," Garp also felt a sense of curiosity about Roja, the one who brought about these transformations. "If it's true, why not go and see for yourself?"]

[After speaking, Garp proceeded directly towards the camp's interior.]

[Both Garp and Aokiji were attired in civilian clothes, not Marine uniforms. Consequently, the revolutionary soldiers on guard inquired a bit and discovered they hailed from the windmill village, allowing them to pass.]

[The camp itself is accessible to the outside world, with the fence primarily in place to deter beasts from Kolber Mountains.]

["The development here is truly impressive," Garp remarked, hands in his pockets, strolling around with ease.]

[Aokiji, standing beside him, inquired with local residents about Roja's whereabouts.]

[However, the residents displayed a high level of vigilance. After Aokiji asked only a few individuals about Roja, he noticed a patrol team trailing behind them.]

[A short distance away, a tall blind man tapped the road with his stick and sword, making his way toward them.]

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