Chapter 147: Sengoku, Do You Really Want to Lead the Navy to Independence?**

The future Navy Admiral Fujitora, with his powerful Devil Fruit ability, Zushi Zushi no Mi (Gravity Fruit), even has physical qualities that completely match those of the other Navy Admirals.

Although he wasn’t systematically trained by the Navy, he grew as a powerful warrior in the wild seas, proving his capabilities even more.

"Are you sure this guy can really handle the position of a Shichibukai?"

Sengoku had his own thoughts in mind.

This person, with such a strong sense of justice, no matter how you look at it, seems more like a Navy member.

How could he be suited for such a crude role as a Shichibukai? What’s so great about being a Shichibukai, anyway?

After handing over the Devil Fruit to Raijin, Sengoku and his group learned about Issho's situation from Raijin.

To be honest, Sengoku felt that being a Shichibukai could never compare to being in the Navy.

"This matter is your business now! I think him joining the Shichibukai is quite suitable."

"After all, this guy cannot tolerate any injustice. If he becomes a Navy officer, he might propose to abolish the current Shichibukai system."

"Admiral Sengoku, this is for the good of your Navy. The Shichibukai position has a lot of benefits, and I don’t intend to give it up for now. You should let this guy become a Shichibukai."

Raijin spoke through the Den Den Mushi.

The position of Shichibukai can bring many benefits to Raijin.

For expansion activities like these, both the Navy and the World Government will open backdoors for him.

Therefore, Raijin did not plan to give up the Shichibukai title anytime soon.

At least not until he has the power to overthrow the world.

Until then, Raijin intends to remain low-key.

"This is a matter for the Navy to discuss among ourselves; no need for you to worry!"

"I will have the Devil Fruit sent to Dressrosa. Since Jinbei is now under your command, his bounty will not increase anymore."

"By the way, Uchiha Raijin, as a Shichibukai, you’re supposed to stand against those pirates when the Navy needs your help, right?"

"Don’t waste your potential; we still highly value your status!"

At this point, Sengoku suddenly brought up Raijin's status as a Shichibukai.

"Of course, I’m aware of my responsibilities."

Raijin nodded. How could he not know his own status?

Although Raijin did not think much of being a Shichibukai, he would still come forward if the Navy needed help.

"And you and Charlotte Linlin..."

Sengoku didn't say much more.

"As for that matter, our Uchiha clan plans to form a marriage alliance with Charlotte Linlin. You guys in the Navy should know better than I do about her desires."

"She intends to collect all the different species in the world and create a country where all species coexist. Currently, she’s just missing the giants."

"Our Uchiha clan is definitely within Charlotte Linlin’s grasp. We reached a marriage alliance, so she won’t bother Dressrosa anymore."

"After all, you can't always have your Navy stationed in Dressrosa guarding against Charlotte Linlin, right?"

Raijin chuckled and spoke to Sengoku cheerfully.

It seemed straightforward on the surface, but in reality, Raijin was attracted to Charlotte's prolific qualities.

However, saying it out loud would lower the status of the Uchiha clan, so it’s best left unsaid.

"Hmph, but I hope you remember your duties and don’t get too deeply involved."

Sengoku nodded and didn’t say much more before hanging up.

Sengoku looked at the several Navy Admirals and key Navy figures in his office.

These people currently hold significant positions within the Navy.

"You’ve all heard what Raijin said."

"As for Issho, who possesses the strength of a Navy Admiral, our Navy is not lacking in strong combat power at the moment."

"But this man has a sense of justice beyond the ordinary. I hope we can focus on him—not to bring him into the Shichibukai, but rather to consider incorporating him into our ranks."

"Our Navy is continuously accumulating power. If we bring Issho in as well, we might just end the Great Pirate Era that Roger started."

"Everyone, what are your thoughts?"

Sengoku’s gaze swept across the room.

A sense of greed had begun to emerge from within Sengoku.

His only desire now was to bring Issho into the Navy to further strengthen its power.

Currently, the Navy has three Admirals, and three more Vice Admirals as well as a group of veteran Navy members.

Now, if you count them carefully across the sea, who else has a force stronger than the Navy?

The Navy could restore order to the sea and even completely eliminate these pirates.

However, that requires the cooperation of many people; he can’t do it alone.

So, Sengoku wanted to hear everyone’s opinions!

The Navy is not some kind of dictatorship.

"Sengoku, you’re right. We should first end Roger’s Great Pirate Era. This chaotic era has far exceeded our expectations. This is the most crucial thing. It’s time for the Navy to take action."

"Hahaha, Roger probably never imagined that the Navy could grow to such an extent. How about we establish Five Admirals? Since Issho has the strength of a Navy Admiral, and Tsunade can also take on the responsibilities of a Navy Admiral, these two could become the new pillars of our Navy."

"Indeed, establishing Five Admirals is the best option. The Whitebeard Pirates and those other pirates would probably be scared to death."

The people in Sengoku’s office were all beaming with joy. They never expected the Navy to reach such a prosperous state.

Honestly, their Navy has never fought such a rich battle.

Rumor has it that people across the sea have been talking about four top pirates, calling them the Four Emperors.

That’s all nonsense. What Four Emperors? In front of the Navy, they are nothing but weak chickens.

The room was filled with discussions about how to restore order to the sea.

They even considered preventing any future pirates from setting sail. If they could stop such behavior...

In their eyes, the pirates in the sea are not a serious threat. They feel they have almost won.

Tsuru's gaze swept over everyone’s faces. She felt a bit worried.

If the Navy’s strength remains in the shadows, it’s fine. But now that it’s out in the open, it might provoke many to become wary.

The Navy isn’t omnipotent; they can’t solve every problem.

"Wait, Sengoku-san, shouldn’t you first report this to the Five Elders?"

At this moment, a voice broke through the optimistic discussions about the future.

It was like a bucket of cold water had been poured over them, and everyone’s eyes turned towards the speaker.

It was Kizaru, who lifted his gleaming eyes. His face no longer had a casual expression but a serious one as he looked at Sengoku, exuding an imposing aura.

"Could it be... Admiral Sengoku, are you planning to lead the Navy to break away from the control of the World Government and become independent on the seas?"

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“My three Admirals won’t agree to such a thing. If you want to split up the Navy, you’ll have to get past me first.”

Borsalino looked at Sengoku and spoke in a righteous tone.

Immediately, everyone in the office frowned.

What Borsalino said sounded so harsh.

They joined the Navy for justice, to eliminate pirates from the seas, right?

And now Borsalino was acting like the real lapdog of the World Government. Even before the master said anything, he was already barking.

They had never seen anything like this before, and they had never seen this side of Borsalino either.

In the past, he was always in a corner of the office trimming his nails, taking a "less trouble is better" attitude as he idled away his days in the Navy.

But now, he seemed to be thinking about the Navy’s future and even mentioned the Five Elders.

“Borsalino, you should know what this means. The chaotic era on the seas is about to end.”

“For hundreds of years, pirates have run rampant on the seas, but now we finally have the power to end them.”

“At this time, you still have such thoughts? Do you intend to continue this stalemate with the pirates?”

Sengoku slammed the table and glared angrily at Borsalino. This guy was actually trying to use the World Government to pressure him!

Indeed, Sengoku had some personal motives.

The Navy is currently in a difficult position. It relies on the World Government for funding to pay wages.

At the same time, they sometimes can’t even move against influential pirates and have to report to the World Government.

Sengoku wanted to cut the Gordian knot and set up the position of five Admirals, and it was likely that Commander Kong would speak in his favor.

A stronger Navy wouldn’t directly break free from the World Government, but it would gradually become independent.

“Even so, we must first get the World Government’s approval. Sengoku, I think you’re losing your mind as a Fleet Admiral.”

“To resort to such lowly tactics, what makes you think you’re capable of being Fleet Admiral?”

“I plan to report this to the Five Elders. I’ll propose that they dismiss you from your position as Fleet Admiral.”

Borsalino stood up and walked out of the conference room.

A smile that hadn’t appeared on Borsalino’s face for a long time appeared, even with a hint of satisfaction.

Ever since Sengoku covered up for Zephyr, the grudge between them could no longer be put aside.

Unless Sengoku had the power to strip him of his Admiral position.

Otherwise, he would be the one to strip Sengoku of his position as Fleet Admiral.

“Bang!”

Sengoku slammed something at the door, and it shattered on the ground.

“Damn it, this guy actually cares about those little past frictions and has forgotten the justice in his heart.”

Sengoku was furious and couldn’t speak.

The idea of having five Admirals was now dead in the water; there was no way to bring it up again.

If Borsalino went to the Five Elders, the spot for Issho in the Seven Warlords of the Sea would be a sure thing.

“…”

Sengoku looked at Kuzan and Sakazuki, both of whom remained silent.

This made Sengoku sigh deeply. He said a few words and ended the meeting.

In the end, he had Kuzan stay behind!

“Kuzan, go find this Issho. I want to talk to him!”

“Fleet Admiral Sengoku, I…”

“I have to go to Mary Geoise now; I probably don’t have time to look for him. I hope in the future Issho will be on our Navy’s side, even if he’s recruited into the Seven Warlords of the Sea…”

In a hurry, Sengoku boarded a warship and rushed to Mary Geoise.

Kuzan stood on the office balcony, looking at Sengoku’s figure, and recalled the previous figure of Borsalino.

It seemed a huge rift had appeared within the Navy; unless one side left, this rift would never heal.

And this rift could breed endless darkness and conflict; the Navy’s days ahead wouldn’t be easy.

“Tut, tut, I didn’t expect you’d give Sengoku a new Admiral. You’re quite generous, kid.”

Garp looked at Raijin in surprise; he and Zephyr had just been listening to the conversation.

If someone is called a strong person by Raijin and is said to be nearly equal to a Navy Admiral, it’s basically true.

Who would’ve thought this guy would be so generous, just giving away people like that?

“The justice in his heart wouldn’t allow him to join Dressrosa, and having a strong Navy benefits me too.”

“After all, it’s easier to find shade under a big tree. Future matters will be much easier.”

“But I think Fleet Admiral Sengoku won’t put this person in the Seven Warlords of the Sea; he’ll probably recruit him into the Navy.”

“Congratulations to your Navy; you’ve gotten stronger again. Maybe now you can overthrow the current era of the sea.”

Raijin smiled at Garp.

“Don’t go making random guesses, kid!”

Garp quickly shook his head.

He didn’t want to talk more about this.

Raijin chuckled lightly. Don’t think dealing with the pirates on the sea is easy.

If the Navy becomes stronger, the pirates will also form alliances.

By then, a new Rocks might emerge.

But!

The more chaotic it is, the more benefits Raijin gets.

Raijin prefers to see the seas in complete chaos.

Not like it is now.

It’s really a bit boring.

Garp and Zephyr had important things to do now. Recently, Garp had been trying to learn the Eight Gates Technique without chakra.

After seeing Zephyr use the Eight Gates, he became fascinated and wanted to see if it was possible without chakra.

An unexpected visitor arrived at the palace.

“Lord Raijin, it seems we’ve succeeded in our research on the Lunarian race. This race is surprisingly unique; they can adapt to nearly any kind of cell.”

“Now, even the cells of the Uchiha clan can be integrated, greatly enhancing physical abilities and such.”

Shizune, with a look of surprise, hurried into the palace.

(End of chapter)

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