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Chapter 34: Fourth Place Marine Admiral, Changes In The World Of Hokage
The duel between the World's Number One Swordsman, Hawkeye, and Yuichi—and its shocking result—didn't even need a full day to circulate. It began to spread across the sea immediately. Events of this magnitude traveled far faster than the Five Elders expected. By the next day, when the News Coos set sail, the heavy news would saturate the entire world.
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New World
"I didn't expect the Marines to make such a big noise at this time," Whitebeard mused. "The World's Number One Swordsman has changed!"
Thinking back to Yuichi's amazing swordsmanship in the light curtain previously, this result didn't surprise Whitebeard too much, but he felt a little strange. Although he didn't understand what was hidden beneath the surface, the situation felt odd.
"Hmph!" Kaido grunted. "If I have a chance, I'd like to see how capable this new World's No. 1 Swordsman is!" For Kaido, the Strongest Creature in the sea, land, and air, the title was trivial.
Big Mom laughed. "This kid is probably not inferior to a Marine Admiral in strength. If the balance between the Three Admirals, the Seven Warlords, and the Four Emperors is broken... the sea will be lively."
Shanks looked solemn. "Has the turmoil started? As the world evolves, it will probably become more and more chaotic from now on."
The evolution of the world led to more people gaining great power. Everyone's talent was different, and the degree of enhancement from the world's evolution varied. Naturally, when there were more powerful people, the world became chaotic. People with power were rarely willing to live ordinary lives. Just like a wealthy man wouldn't live like a pauper, few could maintain a normal mind after possessing great strength.
While the New World was shocked, the Four Seas and the first half of the Grand Line were even more surprised. Unexpectedly, someone in the Marines had quietly surpassed Hawkeye to become the strongest swordsman.
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East Blue
Zoro was heading for a small village in a boat, staring at the newspaper in his hand.
Hawkeye... unexpectedly... lost!
"Zoro, what are you reading? A newspaper? Anything interesting?" An idiot-sounding voice whispered in Zoro's ear.
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Naval Headquarters
As the news spread, another topic dominated Marine discussions.
"Mr. Yuichi is so powerful! I think he has the strength not to lose to the other three Admirals!"
"Mr. Yuichi is a disciple of the former Marine Admiral Zephyr, along with Admiral Aokiji and Admiral Kizaru, so of course he has Admiral strength."
"It's a pity, there are only three positions for Marine Admirals. Mr. Yuichi clearly has the strength, but he can't be promoted!"
"It would be fine if the Marines added a new Admiral position. Anyway, Mr. Yuichi has enough strength, why can't we add a fourth? ... The Fourth Marine Admiral
This problem was not simple. The reason why there were only three Admirals involved complex structural issues. Yet, this chatter spread all the way to Mariejois, alerting the Five Elders immediately.
Inside Sengoku's office at Naval Headquarters, Garp, who was eating a donut, looked at Sengoku. "Are you really going to push Yuichi to be the Fourth Marine Admiral?"
Sengoku looked up at Garp strangely. "Since when did you care about this kind of thing?"
Garp shrugged. "Just curious to ask."
Seeing this, Sengoku put down his work and looked at Garp with a serious expression. "The world have changed, Garp! What you once wanted to do but cannot may now be possible..."
Hearing this, Garp stopped eating his donut. He frowned. After being stunned for a few seconds, he slowly smiled. At this moment, Garp looked completely different from his usual foolish demeanor. The pressure emanating from his eyes was terrifying. Like a waking lion, even if he wasn't angry, he revealed an indescribable majesty.
Garp said slowly, "If that's the case! Then I can help you too, Sengoku..."
The two looked at each other and smiled.
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Ninja World
There was still one last day before the next world war began.
In Konoha Village, Land of Fire, inside the office of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi was stunned by the person appearing before him.
"I didn't expect you to come back!"
"Could I not come back? This crisis is more terrifying than any previous Ninja World War!"
"Yeah," Sarutobi sighed. Who would have thought that one day, they would wage war with another world? The loser would lose everything. This was not just about the fate of Konoha, but the fate of the whole world. No one could stay out of it.
Sarutobi looked up at the person in front of him. She wore a green coat over a grey kimono, and on her back was the character for 'Gamble'.
One of the Konoha Sannin, Tsunade, had returned to the village.
One day prior, Jiraiya, another of the Sannin, had also returned. Although the Sannin had left Konoha, they still loved the village when it was in danger. This pleased Sarutobi greatly. His only regret was that it was likely impossible for his most proud disciple to return.
Swish!
An Anbu ninja suddenly appeared.
The Third Hokage froze.
"Lord Third... Lord... Lord Orochimaru has appeared at the entrance of the village..."
Boom!
Sarutobi stood up abruptly. "What did you say? Orochimaru returned to the village?"
Just moments ago he was lamenting that Orochimaru couldn't return, but he didn't expect him to actually show up.
Wait! Orochimaru's return at this time seemed to be the best possible timing. Although as a rogue ninja, Orochimaru should be the target of the entire village, Jiraiya and Tsunade were present. With the legendary Sannin reunited, Orochimaru's presence was manageable.
While some might advocate killing him, with Jiraiya and Tsunade there, few would dare voice such a thought. Jiraiya and Tsunade might hate Orochimaru, but the three were once a team. Who knew how deep the bond between them truly ran?
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