In the higher ranks of the Marines, Sengoku was known as "Wise General," while Tsuru was called "Great Staff Officer."
Both were skilled in planning, but their styles were completely different.
Sengoku believed in "Justice that Reigns Over All," and was better at strategic planning for war. His methods were strong and decisive, scaring countless enemies.
As for Tsuru, she was in the Marines at the same time as Sengoku, Garp, and Zephyr. Even before the Great Pirate Era began, she was one of the pillars of the Marines, active on the seas.
Unlike Sengoku, Tsuru followed "Pure Justice."
She rarely took part in directing specific battles, but in many strategic decisions that affected the Marines and even the entire world, Tsuru's influence was always present!
For example, in her views on how to deal with the "Four Seas Alliance."
Sengoku's idea was to limit the growth of the Four Seas Alliance in every way possible, so that it could only function as a business alliance and not become a troublesome armed force.
But Tsuru gave a clear opposing opinion.
"Doing that will only make things worse."
She had personally visited Alabasta and met Ryan Rowan, so she knew the abilities of the "Golden Dawn."
It was already too late to try to limit the Four Seas Alliance now...
No.
To be more precise, the World Government was already a step behind from the moment the idea of the Four Seas Alliance was proposed.
Now, the Four Seas Alliance had connected three islands, including Alabasta. And it wasn't just the people on those three islands; many outside trade groups were also being drawn in, ready to make their mark in the nearby waters.
If they tried to intervene forcefully at this point, Ryan Rowan would surely have countless ways to ignite the "fire" in people's hearts.
Once that fire was lit, it would be hard to put out.
Even if they could temporarily suppress the growth of the Four Seas Alliance, it would definitely leave problems for the future!
So, Tsuru offered another solution.
Instead of blocking, guide - and the Marines should help "guide"!
The plan to establish a Marine G-T branch was decided.
...
Rowan had to admire Tsuru's skills, because the Marine Great Staff Officer had indeed offered a lot of goodwill.
She didn't directly assign a veteran Vice Admiral, but followed the standard process and selected one from the many Marine Headquarters Vice Admirals.
The personal file gave a detailed introduction to this Marine named "Baro."
He was from the South Sea and came from a common family.
Due to his family's poverty, he was forced to go to sea early to earn a living.
Thanks to his excellent physical abilities, Baro became a famous bounty hunter in the South Sea in his youth.
However, Baro's way of being "famous in the South Sea" was a bit special.
No pirate was ever handed over to the Marines by Baro while "alive"!
In the years that Baro was a bounty hunter, countless pirates died by his fists, and all of them were "tortured to death." The level of violence was so extreme that even some Marines couldn't stand it.
They tried to persuade Baro not to indulge himself so much, saying that the Marines would give the wanted criminals a fair trial.
But Baro didn't care. He only gave the Marines a chilling look and continued to unleash his pent-up destructive urges.
Until a purple-haired man arrived -
The current Marine Admiral, "Black Arm" Zephyr.
Zephyr had just been promoted to Admiral at the time. He was active on the seas, using his strong Armament Haki, and was about to marry his sweetheart.
This successful Marine Admiral defeated countless enemies, but never killed a single one. He was known as the "Non-Killing" Marine Admiral.
When Zephyr passed through the South Sea, he happened to hear about Baro and went to find him.
Zephyr realized that if he left Baro alone and let him grow wildly, this young man with limitless talent would eventually go astray and be destroyed by his inner desires.
So, Zephyr began to try to reason with Baro, persuading him to control the desire for killing in his heart.
One day, after a battle where he was beaten badly...
Zephyr convinced Baro.
From then on, Baro joined the Marines, agreed with Zephyr's views, and began to study and grow under Zephyr's command.
But a few years later, Zephyr's family was killed by pirates. To control the hatred in his heart, the Marine Admiral withdrew from the front lines and became an instructor, teaching Marine recruits.
It was at that time that Baro officially became Zephyr's student.
Time passed, and Baro grew into a Marine Headquarters Vice Admiral, also inheriting Zephyr's "non-killing" belief.
But unlike the thoughtful Zephyr, Baro's style was always a bit...
Simple-minded?
But at least he was much better than the bloodthirsty madman who had almost destroyed himself.
...
However, Baro had been worried about one thing.
Since his family was killed by pirates, his teacher Zephyr had devoted himself to teaching Marine recruits.
Although Zephyr seemed to "let go" a lot as time passed, Baro could always see the hidden sadness in Zephyr's eyes.
And then, Baro would see Zephyr alone, holding a bottle of wine, silently watching the stars on the deck.
Teacher is probably thinking about his family, right?
Baro, who had been saved by Zephyr in the past, now wanted to try to save his teacher.
He wanted to prove to his teacher that he had been taught well.
So, when he learned that the Marines were going to establish a G-T branch, Baro signed up at the first opportunity.
Thanks to his rich experience and good relationships, Baro was successfully selected.
...
That night.
Zephyr found Tsuru, looking helpless.
"Are you sure that kid can handle it?"
Tsuru smiled and asked, "What's wrong? Don't you have confidence in your student?"
"He's very talented, but not talented to be a 'leader'."
Zephyr sighed, "I'm worried he won't be able to manage so many people."
Tsuru casually replied, "Then just let him go alone and let him figure it out himself."
"That's the only way... huh?"
Zephyr was stunned and turned to look at Tsuru. "What did you say?"
"Trust your student, Zephyr."
Tsuru felt the breeze of Marineford, her expression very relaxed, and slowly said:
"The existence of the Marines is for the sake of justice on these seas - that's our belief."
"So, if that's really the case, anyone with justice in their heart can become a Marine."
"Let your kid show that emperor from eight hundred years ago what 'justice' is like in this era."
...
At the end of the file, there was also a handwritten message from Tsuru:
Your Majesty, please be patient with our young rascal.
Rowan finished reading the file and returned it to Baro, smiling. "Welcome to Alabasta. Has the location for the branch been decided?"
Baro shook his head. "I just got here."
"I'll have someone take you on a tour of Alabasta. You can choose the location, and then someone will contact you."
After thinking for a moment, Rowan added, "You're in charge of the recruiting yourself."
"Alright, I understand!"
Baro seemed very excited and didn't feel that Tsuru or Rowan were making things difficult for him.
...
The surviving pirates were all taken into custody by the Alabasta Royal Army.
At Baro's request, they would be handed over to the nearest Marine branch for trial.
Once the G-T branch was built, Alabasta would have the power to carry out trials locally, but it wasn't possible at this stage.
Baro didn't choose to return to Alubarna with Rowan and the others, but chose to stay in Nanohana to get familiar with the surroundings.
Rowan left Bell, who had good mobility, to stay with Baro to make it easier to contact them, and then prepared to set off back to Alubarna.
...
At the same time, on the other side.
Fish-Man Village Pier.
Two strange-looking people were rowing a small boat, landing on the shore.
One was big and one was small, like an adult with a child.
Both were wearing long robes, with hoods pulled over their heads, using shadows to hide their faces.
As soon as the man got ashore, he made many inquiries and went straight to the village chief of Fish-Man Village - Hocka.
"Excuse me, is this the Four Seas Alliance?" the man asked.
Hocka was a little surprised, because there were very few humans who dared to communicate directly with fish-men.
He nodded. "This is the Fish-Man Village of the Four Seas Alliance."
Then, Hocka looked at the child beside him.
It was a human boy, and some faint white spots could be seen on his exposed skin.
Hocka narrowed his eyes.
That was...
The man then looked up, revealing a face with a strange clown-like makeup.
He got straight to the point:
"I want the best doctor you have here!"
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