Chapter 10: The News from the Headquarters; Going to Marineford for Further Study
Chapter 10: The News from the Headquarters; Going to Marineford for Further Study?
Although this incident was thrilling, in terms of the ending, Solo felt that it was not bad. His own strength was not exposed, and Luffy wasn't caught either.
In any case, Luffy's bounty is as high as 30 million Berries. In East Blue, it can be regarded as an exaggerated figure. If he reported to the Marine Headquarters, he might be promoted, and now that they let the Straw Hat Pirates escape, not to mention the promotion, it's good that the headquarters didn't blame them for negligence.
So in the next few days, Solo has been recuperating at home on the grounds of injury. After all, he had a head-on conflict with Straw Hat Luffy!
In a few days, Solo just came to the Marine Branch in Loguetown to clock in for work.
"The Loguetown incident is over."
"In the following days, there should be no more turbulent waves." Solo thought to himself.
Just stay away from that Luffy guy, there will be no trouble.
As long as he hides his strength for another three months, he can get the Tenseigain.
"Officer Solo!"
However, just as Solo opened the door and walked into his office, an extremely loud voice came from inside.
"Hmm?"
Solo looked along at the situation and found that Petty Officer Katz was standing in his office, holding some things in his hand, as if he was arranging something.
Except for Katz, the marines who walked closer to Solo were all busy but they can't hide the unprecedented joy on their faces.
"Hahaha, you came at the right time, we have great news, and we want to report it to you!" Katz said without thinking.
Others also stopped their work and turned to look at Solo.
"Good news, how big is it?" Solo couldn't help frowning.
Suddenly, he remembered. After Luffy escaped from Loguetown, Smoker chose to pursue him.
Is it possible, that I'll take over Smoker's position as the Captain of Loguetown? But such a thing is unlikely, right? I am just a Master Chief Petty Officer.
There is a huge difference in rank between him and the Captain.
"What good news?" Solo thought for a while and didn't bother to guess, so he asked Katz to report truthfully.
"Officer Solo, you have been promoted!" Katz paused for a moment, "We have just received a notice from the headquarters to promote you to Warrant Officer!"
"Warrant Officer? Promotion? Why?" Solo couldn't help being taken aback.
If they say that he caught Luffy, it's okay to be promoted.
'But the problem is, I didn't catch Luffy!'
Moreover, even if he was promoted to Warrant Officer, it would not be a big deal.
As for celebrating with such fanfare?
Katz said excitedly, "It's not just as simple as a Warrant Officer, Officer Solo... No, Warrant Officer Solo, in addition to being promoted, the headquarters also wants you to go to Marineford for further training!"
"Even if I go to Marineford..." Solo subconsciously opened his mouth, but suddenly froze. As a traverser, he knows exactly where Marineford is, that's where the Marine Headquarters is!
"Wait, what did you just say? Marineford?"
"Yes, Warrant Officer Solo!" Katz gestured excitedly, "That is the dream of every marine!"
"Where's the notice? Show me." Solo's expression suddenly became tense. He really couldn't understand this sudden situation.
Soon, Katz handed Solo the notification document on the table. He glanced at the content quickly, it was exactly as Katz said.
'The headquarters really want me to go to study in the Marineford. But, why?'
Solo couldn't figure it out even in his dreams.
Is it possible that the headquarters know about the fact that he repelled Dragon with his haki? No way!
Seeing Solo's confused expression, Katz raised the corners of his mouth and showed a smug smile. He patted his chest vigorously, "Of course, it's our credit!"
"Your credit?!"
Solo gave Katz a hard look, wishing he could tear him apart.
Am I your kid?
"Of course, even though the Straw Hats escaped from Loguetown, we all witnessed the scene of you knocking down Straw Hat Luffy with one punch!" Katz said loudly.
Especially Solo's attitude after defeating Luffy, he didn't take the credit for himself but announced loudly that it was the credit of every marine. This incident moved Katz and others deeply!
They agree that such a person shouldn't be buried in a small Logueown. So after returning to the branch, they told Smoker about the matter and discussed it with him.
Smoker has always been very friendly to his subordinates. Based on such a relationship, Smoker specifically elaborated on Solo's performance in the report document and repeatedly affirmed Solo's character.
In particular, when meeting Dragon on a narrow road, Solo resolutely stood in front of Luffy in order to carry out his own justice. Although the final result was unsatisfactory, it is enough to prove that Solo has a more resolute heart of justice than anyone else, such a man should not be buried!
Seeing that Smoker and the branch marines have such high evaluations, the headquarters finally decided to let Solo come to the headquarters for further study. In addition, Solo took sick leave these days, so they didn't discuss it with Solo.
Now that they heard that Solo is coming back to work, they started to decorate the room to celebrate. Though they were a step slower, and Solo arrived earlier than expected. After hearing the ins and outs of the whole incident, Solo wanted to strangle Katz to death.
I just want to be in Loguetown, so I can feel at ease!
"And—"
Just when Solo's face was livid, Katz continued: "Warrant Officer Solo, it is said that the headquarters not only has the best training methods but also has very advanced science and technology. Maybe, they have a way to make your body stronger!"
All the while, Katz was worried about Solo's health. In his opinion, if it wasn't for his frailty, with Solo's sense of justice, he would definitely be able to make a difference.
Now that he has the opportunity to go to the headquarters, maybe he can solve this fundamental problem.
Actually, Katz has heard before that a certain weak marine became very strong after receiving Garp's guidance, and finally became the mainstay of the headquarters!
"So, when are you leaving?" Katz asked.
"Thank you, Katz!" Solo replied angrily, and then made a gesture to let everyone out.
"Uh..." Seeing this, Katz had no choice but to leave the office.
Standing at the door of Solo's office, Katz couldn't help but mutter in his heart, "Why does Warrant Officer Solo look unhappy..."
"Well, it should be because the news came too suddenly, and he hasn't changed his mind. Also, this is an opportunity to go to the headquarters for further study."
Thinking of this, Katz felt relieved immediately, his footsteps became brisk, and he even hummed a little song, as if he had done a great good deed.
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