Chapter 376: A Top-tier Logia Joins the Marines?
Over in the Demon Slayer World.
Since the various countries were thoroughly beaten by the High-Level Combatants from the World, the situation across the entire world could truly be described as earth-shattering.
As for the origin of the World Government, they have also gained a general understanding.
After all, the former no longer had any reason to continue concealing it, and even actively spread this information.
This directly plunged countless people into prolonged shock.
A World Government from Another World?
Simply unbelievable!
But the facts were laid bare before everyone.
The Azure Dragon that destroyed London, the Magma that swallowed up hundreds of thousands of Hairy Bear's Army, the Golden Body Great Buddha that appeared in 'New Delhi' and was worshipped by countless Citizens, the Phoenix and Flame Pterodactyl that soared above 'Washington'.
Even the Goddess who still lingered on the European Continent, accompanied by the mythical 'Zeus' and 'Prometheus', constantly traveling through various countries seeking to enjoy Sweets.
Every single one of these things told them that the World where the World Government resided was very likely the legendary supreme Divine Realm!
The political Higher-ups of the various countries didn't know what to do.
Gather the remaining Army and start a war?
It seemed they couldn't win anyway, and the Army under their command definitely wouldn't agree.
They had just suffered such heavy and enormous Casualties; if they were asked to face a group of 'Gods' with no possibility of victory, they would likely choose to refuse the Order, or even turn their Muzzles on these politicians themselves.
Just as the various countries were at a loss, the World Government's Invitation Letter arrived.
It stated that they could attend the 'Reverie' to be held in 'Zone Number Two' a month later, based on the Invitation Letter in their hands, to discuss the future relationship between the two Worlds.
This immediately caused a huge uproar and also allowed the Higher-ups of many countries, and even the common Citizens, to see Hope.
What kind of Hope?
For the former, it was the Hope of Cooperation; if they could cooperate with the World Government, would they also have the chance to possess that kind of Deity-like Supernatural Power in the Future?
As for the latter, it was the Hope of peace, the Hope of stability.
Among these Citizens, there were mainly three types of people. One type was the majority mentioned earlier, who just wanted to live their lives well and also held a certain curiosity towards the World Government.
The second type were those who held hatred towards the World Government.
At this stage, this group of people was not small. After all, countless people died in the previous suppression Operation, and their relatives were naturally filled with Anger.
Especially in Southeast Asia, the various types of Monkey Country were truly killed too brutally by guys like Shiryu, Onigumo, and Doberman.
Especially Shiryu, who likely massacred two Cities, leaving behind only chickens and dogs, to the extent that no Humans remained!
The last type, the third, was very interesting, and their numbers were not small either.
Namely, countries with a large number of religious beliefs, such as those represented by White Elephant, Camel, Italian Wolf, and even the Foot Basin Chicken People within 'Zone Number Two', as well as Believers of various religions in other countries.
They were welcoming, Excited, and even worshipful towards the existence of the World Government.
Reasonably speaking, it's not strange for people who believe in Buddha to have such thoughts, after all, the Golden Body Great Buddha did indeed 'descend' before them.
That's right.
The Foot Basin Chicken People can also be understood, after all, their traditional culture also includes the existence of the Azure Dragon.
What about the Believers of other religions?
It's very simple, they think that since the 'Divine Realm' where the World Government is located truly contains Buddha, Azure Dragon, Phoenix, Giant, and even 'Zeus', 'Prometheus', then their own Deities are likely there too, they just didn't come this time!
Yes, the countless Believers of various religions in the Demon Slayer World have clearly imagined the World as a place where myriad Gods gather, a true Divine Realm!
Therefore, these people wished that the World Government would completely control everything in this World, so that they could also be considered people of the 'Divine Realm'.
In the Future, it is entirely possible for them to see more Deities, or even personally travel and ascend into the 'Divine Realm'!
It is worth mentioning.
In fact, there is also a small group of people whose mindset is similar to these Believers, and they also hope to have the opportunity to join the World Government and go see that Blue Star.
These people are the Scientists from various countries!
In their view, everything about the World Government is full of mystery, Representing new Knowledge and new Technology, especially wanting to know the method and principle behind the latter's ability to travel between Worlds.
Therefore.
It can be said that most people in the entire Demon Slayer World are looking forward to the smooth convening of the 'Reverie'.
Some farsighted people have already realized that they are welcoming an unimaginable new Era, new World, new Future.
Over on the World Government's side.
Apart from Crocodile leading two hundred thousand Army Unit stationed in the 'Second Special Zone', Sakazuki, Bullet, Newgate, Garp, and others have already returned to the Sea Star Mainland, each going back to their own homes.
This experience significantly reduced the antagonistic feelings between the 'Marines' and 'Pirates' among them.
But wanting it to disappear completely is not very realistic.
However, for the World Government, this is already sufficient. If these High-Level Combatants were truly on good terms, it wouldn't necessarily be a good thing for the Government Higher-ups.
Marine Headquarters, Marineford.
Everything here seemed unchanged. The magnificent Fortress of Justice still stood on the vast Plaza, guarding the peace of the entire Great Sea.
The two words 'Justice' Represent the faith in the Hearts of all Marines.
However, the number of people seems to have decreased significantly. It no longer feels as bustling as before; instead, there's a sense of desolation due to the sparse population.
There's no helping it. The Army, Police, and the recently established Air Force have repeatedly drawn blood from the Marines.
The key is that those Bastards don't want the Marines from the Four Blues Branch, only those from the Headquarters!
Sengoku, sitting in the Fleet Admiral's Office, had been in a bad mood because of these Matters, until he returned from the Demon Slayer World, after which a Smile began to appear on his face.
"Not bad, not bad. Garp, don't just sit there eating Senbei, come and look at these Ironclad Warships."
"I originally thought that being built entirely of Metal, their excessive weight would severely hinder their Speed. But according to these Data/Files, they are much faster than our current Warships. Large Warships can reach twenty to thirty knots, and small Warships can even reach speeds of thirty to forty knots!"
Sengoku didn't sit in his chair; he stood there, his face full of Excitement, looking down at the illustrated Data/Files of various Ship types on the desk, such as Battleships, Cruisers, and Torpedo Boats.
Because their current Warships use sails combined with Paddlewheels, their Speed is only around ten knots, often unable to catch up to those lighter and smaller Pirate Ships.
As for the accuracy of the Cannons, that's even less reliable; it's purely based on luck.
"And the Range of their Cannons, it's all over ten kilometers, some even reaching twenty kilometers! It's amazing!"
On the Sofa, Garp nonchalantly bit into a piece of Senbei and said, "It's pretty good. The question is, are the Higher-ups willing to build them for us?"
"They are!"
"Before I came, I made a detour to the Supreme Command and had a talk with Saint Nasujuro."
Sengoku looked at him with Delight and smiled, "The result was very smooth. They promised to update our Warships soon, and the original Warships that are replaced will be converted into Flying Warships for the Air Force to use."
"Oh, that generous? They're not suppressing us Marines anymore?"
Garp stopped his actions in surprise.
"Perhaps. I guess they've finished suppressing what needed to be suppressed. Next, they will definitely strengthen the Strength of us Marines. After all, the World Government's Base is still the World..."
Just as Sengoku was feeling emotional in his Heart, thinking that the hard times were about to end and good times were coming, the Transponder Snail on the corner of the desk rang. He picked it up casually.
"Hello?"
A moment later, the Fleet Admiral's eyes widened, and a surprised Smile appeared on his face. "Good, bring him to Marineford immediately!"
After hanging up the phone, Garp looked over in confusion.
"What's wrong?"
Sengoku couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Logia System! Another Top-tier Logia User is going to join us Marines!"
(End of Chapter)