The training camp also came to an end after this encounter with Whitebeard Jr. Next came the commissioning and work assignments for the graduates. Commissioning would take into account their grades in the training camp and their contributions during the suppression of pirates in the second year.
With her outstanding grades in the training camp and her performance in the second year, Hera successfully became the top student and was awarded the rank of Navy Headquarters Lieutenant Commander. It could be said that her starting point at thirteen years old was already the endpoint for many Marines.
Kuina and Ain were awarded the rank of Navy Headquarters Lieutenant. Considering their relationship with Hera, they were also assigned to Marineford, awaiting Hera's next decision.
Aokiji Kuzan approached Hera as soon as the recruit training camp ended, asking if she was still willing to come and be his assistant. However, Hera temporarily refused on the grounds of needing to think it over. There were too many things Hera wanted to do, requiring her to lead her own team and move around. Furthermore, at this stage, Hera did not want to tell Aokiji about her immature plans, especially since Aokiji had been transferred away from the Sabaody Archipelago.
Hera told Vice Admiral Tsuru about her troubles, wanting to ask for her opinion. After hearing her out, Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "If I'm not mistaken, you want to be officially stationed at the Sabaody Archipelago while maintaining enough autonomy, having your own warship to move around, and being able to select the crew for the warship yourself."
Hearing this, Hera felt a bit ashamed, wondering if her requests were too much. She said in a low voice, "There's one more thing. Can this ship be a bit simpler to operate? I don't have many members right now."
Vice Admiral Tsuru was shocked by Hera's shameless spirit and sighed, "Sigh, if you weren't a rising star of the Marines and also Garp's granddaughter, there would really be no way to meet all these requirements at the same time."
Upon hearing this, Hera hurriedly went forward to give Vice Admiral Tsuru a massage, her eyes lighting up. "I knew Vice Admiral Tsuru was the Marine's Great Tactician. What's the way?"
Vice Admiral Tsuru took a sip of tea and said unhurriedly, "The one currently guarding the Sabaody Archipelago is Vice Admiral Gion. If you are stationed under her name, you just need to tell her when you want to go out. She will certainly agree to your requests and can even help you hide what you are doing."
"As for the ship, I can make the decision. I'll authorize one for you first, and it can be temporarily registered under Gion's name. But you must know, it takes at least ten people to sail current ships. Regarding the technical side, I recommend you go find Kizaru. He also carries the task of guarding Egghead Island, where Vegapunk is conducting research. The two of them have a good personal relationship."
Hearing this, Hera hurriedly got up, preparing to go find Kizaru and Sister Gion.
Vice Admiral Tsuru teased, "You were just massaging my legs, but as soon as I mentioned the plan, you couldn't wait to run off."
Hera quickly said, "No way, I'm just too excited, and my two partners are also waiting for me."
Vice Admiral Tsuru said, "Go on, go on. The sea of the future will be your world."
After leaving Vice Admiral Tsuru, Hera hurried to find Kizaru.
When Kizaru heard that Hera came to him because she wanted to order a custom ship from Vegapunk, he agreed to such a small matter without hesitation and asked Hera to state her requirements.
"It needs to be sturdy, and the kitchen should be larger, preferably with an automatic meat roaster. The storage room doesn't matter much since I have the City of Devouring Time to store things, but it should still be there for when I'm not around. Also, the operation should be simple. It's best if everyone has their own independent room with a private bathroom, and there should be a large bath for us to soak in together at sea. There also needs to be a place for banquets, a lookout tower, and other essentials. It's best to have an independent power system, plus an electricity conversion system on the ship, and two gliders. It would be even better if the overall weight could be lighter."
Kizaru's relaxed expression showed a hint of helplessness upon hearing this. He said, "You even want gliders? Do you want me to install wings for you and make your ship fly?"
Hera's eyes lit up at this. "Is that technology already available? I want it, I want it!"
Even the slacking Kizaru felt a bit helpless after hearing so many requests. He said to Hera, "I'll talk to that side. I can guarantee the materials used for construction will definitely be the best. You have too many requirements; I can only say I'll try my best to fulfill them."
Hera nodded and agreed, not forgetting to add, "The other things don't matter, but it must be simple to operate. There are only three people on my ship right now. Also, the electricity conversion device is a must; I have a great use for it. And please, make it as fast as possible."
Kizaru waved his hand helplessly. "I know, I know. I'll have them work on your ship first." After saying that, he turned into light to make the call. Hera didn't forget to add, "Also, a training room, preferably with that gravity adjustment function."
Afterward, she found Vice Admiral Gion and said she wanted to be stationed under her as her assistant.
Hera originally wanted to hug Gion's arm, but after a try, she found she couldn't reach it, so she hugged Gion's leg instead, saying, "Sister Gion, please agree. Don't I have some plans in the Sabaody Archipelago?"
Gion really couldn't resist Hera's acting cute. "Alright, but I must remind you that the Sabaody Archipelago is not a good place. There is slave trading, the remnant Rayleigh of the Roger Pirates, Celestial Dragons sometimes come here, and there are many CP0 agents."
Hera didn't care. "Don't worry, Sister Gion, I have a plan."
Gion said, "Well then, I agree. Go to Sengoku to handle the procedures."}],
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