"United Kingdom?!"
Tsugakuni Yoshiichi's idea for the United Kingdom was just the beginning. After hearing Tsugakuni Yoshiichi's next plan, Zephyr showed a little surprise on his face.
In recent years, Zefa has also been planning the future of the new navy.
The current military government model of the New Navy is obviously not sustainable. In a place like the New World, all countries face the huge threat of pirates. The powerful army of the New Navy is obviously of great attraction to these countries.
Relying on the flag of the New Navy, their New Navy can peacefully "plant flags" on most islands in the New World and expand its influence.
However, such a military government model cannot be used in the Four Seas and the first half of the Grand Route.
In places like the East China Sea, although there is a threat of pirates at sea, pirates of that level in the East China Sea are not a threat at all to some powerful countries, just like psoriasis.
The new navy's military government model obviously does not work in such a place, and the powerful countries do not need to find a "father" to help them resist the invasion of pirates.
The reason why the World Government can be so successful in a place like the Four Seas is mainly due to the accumulation of historical reputation. Of course, the most important reason is the power of the Celestial Dragons and the Marine Headquarters.
Who wouldn’t be terrified after seeing the annihilation of a non-member country in three years?
The world government's thundering measures can naturally deter all countries that try to break away from its control and make the citizens of these countries pay the heavenly gold obediently.
It is precisely because of this method of the World Government that the slave trade in this world will never disappear. The World Government must make it clear to everyone that the fate of violating the World Government's will is "eternal slavery."
In the governance system of the World Government, everyone except the Celestial Dragons is a beast of burden.
However, the New Navy wants to seize the right to survive from the World Government, but it cannot use the same method as the World Government.
Putting aside the question of whether the World Government's "annihilation of a nation every three years" strategy aligns with Yoriichi Tsugakuni's original intention of establishing a new navy, given this approach, why would the member states of the World Government risk being liquidated by the World Government by joining the new navy?!
Even if there is a possibility of a change of dynasty in this world, wouldn't it be better to wait until the day when the New Navy and the World Government decide the outcome before making their decision?
Therefore, the new navy must find another way out, and their path forward must not be the path the world government is taking now.
At this stage, Yoriichi Tsugikuni's idea is to use the World Government led by the Celestial Dragons and the pirates wreaking havoc on the sea as targets for internal unity.
First, there was the name of the United Kingdom, and the new navy became the absolute military and political hub, binding all countries together firmly by the binding of interests.
The World Government's influence in the New World is very weak, and pirates are a huge problem that plagues all countries in the New World.
Moreover, unlike the maritime environment of the Four Seas, the New World is the last sea area leading to the final island in the second half of the Grand Line. The pirates who can break into here are all masters from the Four Seas and the first half of the Grand Line.
Pirates who can move freely on the sea in such a harsh climate are definitely not something ordinary people can match. For civilians, even if they are given knives and guns, they may not be able to withstand pirates of this level.
It is precisely because of this harsh maritime environment that the new navy has a fertile ground for survival.
The reason why their new navy can continue to expand in places like the New World is actually due to the chaos in the New World. If it were in a place like the Four Seas, the development of the new navy would never be as rapid as it is now.
Although the people there were burdened with heavy levies and were exploited by the domestic aristocracy, they could still continue to live. It was just that their lives were a little harder. There was no need for them to follow the new navy and embark on a precarious path.
For the vast majority of citizens in the New World, living in fear of death is the norm, and the powerful new navy can provide protection for ordinary people.
When faced with a choice, people with shoes and people without shoes will choose completely different options.
Zephyr, who once held the high position of admiral of the navy for more than ten years, could understand these principles after calm thinking. It was precisely because he understood these principles that he felt the future development of the new navy was so difficult.
Tsugakuni Yoriichi's idea of a "United Kingdom" has certain feasibility, but to be honest, Zefa is not optimistic about it.
The people in the office at this time were all veterans of the New Navy and the most trusted partners of Tsugumi Yoshiichi. Most of them had followed Tsugumi Yoshiichi since the establishment of the New Navy.
From the very beginning, the demands of Yuichiro Tsugikuni and his companions were relatively simple, with only three goals.
Completely eliminate the slave trade from this world; pull down the Celestial Dragons who treat the people as grass from the throne, and restore a certain degree of autonomy to the World Government; the final goal is to wipe out all pirates.
However, with the vigorous development of the new navy, these "start-up teams" have become more and more mature after experiencing the baptism of reality, which makes them realize that simply clearing out the Celestial Dragons may not be able to solve all the current conflicts.
Even without the Celestial Dragons, the member states of the World Government all have their own administrative systems, and the kings still govern their countries according to their own wishes.
There are thousands of countries in the world that can be named, and it is impossible to expect that the rulers of all kingdoms are wise and powerful. There are always some people who follow the path of the Celestial Dragons and exploit the lower classes of their own country for their own luxurious life.
When people are unhappy, they will try every possible way to change the status quo. They will just find a ship and gather a group of equally unhappy people, and a pirate group will be born.
In other words, even if the New Navy can one day completely eradicate the Celestial Dragons, the final outcome will probably not be changed unless the framework of the World Government is completely changed.
It’s not that these senior officials in the new navy haven’t thought about the future development direction of the new navy, but the cruel reality and the status quo that is difficult to change force them to focus on the things in front of them for the time being and dare not think too deeply about it.
Believe in the wisdom of future generations.
Sometimes such thoughts would flash through Zefa's mind. He selectively ignored some internal contradictions that might erupt in the future, putting the new navy on the slow track of development.
If I walk slower, I think I'll be more stable, right?
Slow and steady, there is no such close connection between the two, but most people subconsciously think that going slower will lead to more stability.
However, the appearance of Yoriichi Tsugakuni put the new navy back on the fast track.
Yoriichi is very grateful to Zephyr because it was his and Kuzan's joining that indirectly helped the New Navy maintain its position until now.
Otherwise, during the period when Yoshikazu Tsugakuin was missing, the high-end combat power of the World Government and the Marine Headquarters would have overwhelmed the New Navy. The Five Elders would never miss such an opportunity and would completely destroy the New Navy.
Perhaps the lives of powerful men like Yixiao and Mihawk will not be threatened, but the New Navy organization will definitely collapse because of the death of Tsugikuni Yoriichi.
However, the arrival of Zefa and Kuzan maintained a delicate balance between the high-level combat capabilities of both sides.
Admiral Kuzan, who is at the peak of his powers, and former Admiral Zephyr, who has a complex network of contacts in the headquarters, plus the top powerhouses of the new navy, even if Yoshikazu Tsugakuni is not there, the Five Elders dare not act rashly.
Zefa played an indispensable role in the stabilization of the new navy.
But he is different from Yoriichi Tsugakuni. Zephyr can only lead the new navy to a smooth landing, but Yoriichi Tsugakuni can lead the new navy to a higher level.
The upper limit of their strength determines that what they can do is different!
Although Zefa was pessimistic about Yuichiro Tsugakuin's idea of a united kingdom, he would not pour cold water on him at this time.
Now that Yoriichi has returned, all the senior officials of the new navy are excited. The vision of the United Kingdom also gives everyone the goal and direction to strive for in the future.
This is also the first step to regain prestige after Guo Yuanyi came back. What Zefa can do is to find out the shortcomings of his disciple and find ways to make the United Kingdom a reality. After it is realized, he must try his best to resolve possible internal contradictions.
"Yuichirō, now that you're back, with you in charge of the new navy, unifying the New World will take some effort, but it won't be too difficult."
"What I want to know is what happens after the United Kingdom is established?!"
"Will it still be like the World Government model, where member states will still have a high degree of autonomy and only need to pay dues on time?"
It is naturally impossible for Zefa to directly oppose his disciple, but he also needs to use some hints to let Tsugumi Yoriichi understand how terrifying the resistance they will face in the future is.
Deny the rulers' right to rule?
If this is the case, the World Government and its member states will be closely united.
Copying the model of the World Government to form the United Kingdom? Then their new navy is just a new naval headquarters, and these founding members of the new navy and their future families and descendants are just another group of Celestial Dragons.
Nothing will change at all!
"World Government?!"
"Of course we can't do it that way."
"After coordinating the new world and establishing the United Kingdom, a coalition government will be established."
"Let all citizens of the United Kingdom elect their own representatives to join the coalition government and form a new system of governance."
"Then the laws of the United Kingdom shall be used to govern the country."
"If the United Kingdom is just a false facade like the World Government, then what's the point?"
When Tsugakuni Yoshiichi said this in response to Zefa's question, he didn't even hesitate. The idea of a coalition government had been brewing in Tsugakuni Yoshiichi's mind several years ago.
If it weren't for the accident in Alabasta, the New Navy might have completed the coordination of the New World's forces by now.
But it doesn’t matter, there’s still time to start now!
"The people elect their own representatives? The prevailing laws?"
"Are you planning to have that so-called coalition government directly involved in the management of the specific affairs of each member state?!"
"Isn't this a disguised way of depriving the aristocracy of the legitimacy of their rule?"
"With this approach, will any country really voluntarily join us?"
"Also, will this approach lead to greater unity on the part of the World Government?"
"Those nobles will probably be very afraid of your United Kingdom and will stick closely to the World Government, right?"
Zefa finally couldn't help but express his concerns. His words also cooled down the originally heated atmosphere in the meeting room a little.
After hearing this, Kuzan was also thoughtful. In a short time, Kuzan had no way to resolve the contradiction mentioned by Zefa. Seeing that the atmosphere in the meeting room was a little cold, Kuzan also smiled and said:
"Teacher Zefa, the matter of the United Kingdom is just an idea of Yunyi's for now. We can discuss the details later."
"Before forming the United Kingdom, shouldn't we unite the New World first? There's still time to complete this task first!"
Kuzan laughed, trying to ease the slightly tense atmosphere in this way.
Upon hearing this, Zefa realized that he had spoken too quickly. He had been the head of the new navy in recent years. Now that Yunyi was back, he had to hand over power. Zefa actually had no intention of seizing power. He was just discussing the matter at this moment.
Zefa is open-minded, but that doesn't mean he is ignorant of the ways of the world. Although Yuichi Tsugakuin is his disciple, Zefa also knows that he should not offend Yuichi Tsugakuin at this time.
Zefa, who had reacted, also realized his speechlessness. He took the ladder handed over by Kuzan and said with a smile: "Haha, that's right."
"That's all for later. I absolutely support what Yunyi said about integrating the forces of the New World and cracking down on rampant pirates."
"Haha, if those pirates in the New World knew that Yoriichi was back, they would probably run away immediately with their tails between their legs, hahahaha!"
Zefa's words also livened up the atmosphere in the conference room.
When Ji Guoyuan saw Zefa change the subject, he immediately understood Zefa's concerns, smiled and shook his head, and couldn't help but sigh:
"Teacher Zefa, Kuzan, although we haven't seen each other for a few years, our relationship shouldn't be so awkward, right?!"
"The new navy is not just my new navy, it's the new navy for all of us."
"Don't hesitate to discuss anything you want to say. The more you discuss a system, the better it will become."
"I have deduced all the situations you just mentioned."
"The foundation on which the new navy can gain a foothold is standing by the side of ordinary people."
"Whether it's attacking pirates or Celestial Dragons, the starting point has never changed."
"I know the resistance we face will be immense, but that's the price we have to pay for change."
"The nobles won't like us, but we don't need their likes either—"
"Besides, our new navy doesn't need to bear the pressure from the nobles head-on. Don't we have people to help us share the burden?"
"Long, Mr. Garp's son, has caused quite a stir in the world over the years."
"Compared to them, our new navy is much more moderate. At least, our top priority is to eliminate pirates."
"Their main goal is to overthrow the existing nobles."
"Proper support for the dragons will allow them to unleash their might. We just need to do what we should do."
"No matter what method or approach is used, it will never be perfect, and the voices of opposition will never disappear."
"It's already very difficult to satisfy the vast majority of the people."
"At least, let them not have to worry about survival for now."
Tsugikuni Yoriichi's words were also very realistic. He did not want to avoid the problem, or rather, he had actually thought about what Zefa was worried about.
What should I do then?
We can only fight.
From the outset, change has been a life-and-death struggle.
From the beginning of establishing the new navy, Yoriichirō was prepared to make enemies with the whole world.
At that time, he was even alone, but now he has so many partners together, and his strength is even far beyond before.
He was already fearless.
When Yunichirō said those words, his tone was calm, but Zephyr saw an indomitable fighting spirit in Yunichirō's eyes.
This disciple of his had already made up his mind and was mentally prepared.
Realizing this, Zefa smiled knowingly, and then, seemingly unable to contain his joy, he burst into laughter:
"Ha ha ha ha!"
"You haven't changed at all!"
"It's still the same Yoriichi Tsugikoku that I know!"
Zefa was completely relieved. No matter where the new navy would eventually be led by Tsugumi Kuniyoshi, Zefa did not regret leaving the Marine Headquarters at all.
He knew that hope lay in the new navy.
That night, Yoriichi Tsugikuni and his friends talked about their visions of the future world, the strange things they had seen in the holy land, and what they had seen and heard in Wano Country.
When talking about Wano Country, Yoriichi noticed that Koshiro's expression changed slightly, but his daughter Kuina was indifferent to the name of Wano Country.
I think Kuina probably doesn't know that her family is a group of samurai from Wano Country.
In fact, Koshiro has no feelings for Wano Country. It was a long time ago when his ancestors left there. It was just that when Tsugumi Kuniyoshi mentioned Wano Country, Koshiro couldn't help but think of his father who passed away a few years ago.
I heard from my family that my father often went to the coast to fish during the last period of his life, but Koshiro knew that fishing was not his father's main purpose at all. He went to the coast to sit quietly, looking towards the direction of Wano Country, thinking about his hometown.
When people grow old, their only obsession is to return to their childhood home. If it weren't for Koshiro's busy schedule, I think Kosaburo would have wanted his son to bury him in his hometown.
Thinking of his father, Koshiro's mood became a little low, and he became less interested in chatting and discussing with his friends.
Kuina seemed to notice that her father was in a low mood, and she looked a little strange as she gently grabbed her father's arm and shook it.
Zefa's conference room has now become a teahouse.
After briefly discussing the main business, Yunyi started chatting with his friends whom he hadn't seen for a long time. Yunyi also noticed Koshiro's sudden downturn. He was about to ask about it when he suddenly heard a commotion outside the door:
"Hey, stop! The generals and lieutenant generals are having a meeting. You can't go in!"
Zefa is now the marshal of the new navy. Naturally, there are guards guarding the door of his office. After letting in some generals who were familiar with Yunyi, he ordered the door to be closed.
Hearing the noise outside the door, Zefa realized that someone seemed to be trying to break in?
"Meeting?"
"Why is it a meeting?"
"Have you seen Mr. Mihawk? Has he been here?"
The stars were twinkling in the sky, and Yuichiro Tsugikuni and his friends had been chatting for a while.
Outside the door, Zoro tried his best to find the way back, but failed. It was not until he was taken back to the naval base by a kind person that he came back to find Mihawk. From Mihawk's expression when he left, he judged that there must be some uninvited guests on the Cake Island.
But when he came to Zefa, he was stopped by the lieutenant on duty.
Zoro was still worried because he didn't see Mihawk, and wanted to see Zephyr or Mihawk with his own eyes.
"Mr. Mihawk? He's in a meeting. What do you want with him so late? Let's talk tomorrow."
The lieutenant waved at Zoro, signaling him to leave.
But with a personality like Zoro, how could he give up just like that unless he confirmed it with his own eyes?
"Both of you, please do me a favor and let me know that my name is Nonoroa Zoro."
"I want to see Mr. Zephyr or Mr. Mihawk in person."
"It's urgent!"
The dispute between Zoro and the two lieutenants on duty had long been known to everyone in the room.
Mihawk, who was sitting on the sofa drinking tea, froze when he heard Zoro's familiar voice and coughed lightly:
"I'll go out and take care of it."
However, just as Mihawk was about to get up, Kuina, who heard the noise outside the door, rolled her eyes and spoke again:
"Mr. Mihawk, please just sit down."
"I'll go."
After saying that, Kuina walked straight towards the door. Looking at his daughter who was acting so impetuously, Koshiro touched his cheek a little embarrassedly.
"Nonoroa Zoro."
Yuichi Tsugakuin looked towards the door, and at this time, Kuina also opened a corner of the door and crawled out. She knew that the news of Yuichi Tsugakuin's return needed to be kept secret, so she didn't open the door much when she went out.
In just a moment, Jiguo Yuanyi saw the young man with green algae hair outside the door.
"Grown up"
"New Navy, it's time for a new flag bearer."
(End of this chapter)
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