Chapter 1260: Revolutionary Army Must Recognize Reality
Chapter 1260: Revolutionary Army Must Recognize Reality
"Revolutionary Army?"
Kas frowned. "They won’t agree. After all, we’re still under the World Government. Cooperation is impossible."
"Not necessarily", Klah said, pushing up his glasses. "Dragon previously approached Kuromr. in Wano Country to inquire about Justice. I don’t know how much he understands, but I’m certain he has some awareness."
Wilbur nodded. "I’ve researched the Revolutionary Army’s methods. Though Kuromr. mentioned their essence in the Straw Hat Principles, I wanted to witness it myself. Compared to us, the Revolutionary Army…"
"How?" Luo Wei asked.
He’d once contacted the Revolutionary Army. Without Kuro’s intervention, he might’ve allied with them. Back then, he’d proposed a deal: the Revolutionary Army would help him overthrow his ancestral patriarch in exchange for the Insect Country.
"They’re more idealistic, perhaps even naïve. Due to the deeply ingrained bloodline legal theory, they lack the concept of total revolution. Their hope rests on a morally upright monarch who cares for the people. Of course, such rulers do exist across the Grand Line—Take Dressrosa’s former king. Regardless of his actions, he genuinely cared for his people, which is why Donquixote Doflamingo forced him to abdicate."
Wilbur’s voice darkened. "But this naivety creates many flaws. Dragon founded the Revolutionary Army over two decades ago, toppling countless nations. Initially, the replacement kings seemed promising, but when they died, new rulers emerged, and everything reverted. The Revolutionary Army only governs surface-level changes. Some kings start strong but eventually mirror the tyrants they replaced."
"In the end, their goal targets world nobles as individuals, not the oppressive class they represent. Their initial ideals seem noble, but over time, these flaws breed disaster. Moreover, not all nobility are as exploitative as the Revolutionary Army assumes. Some may even feign virtue. If they ignore this reality, they’ll eventually pay a heavy price."
"But that doesn’t mean we can’t cooperate. We can engage pirates, though the Revolutionary Army, standing more firmly on the civilian side, is naturally more approachable. Dragon’s recent visit was an opportunity. Perhaps we could establish contact."
In the Grand Line’s first half lies a nation called "Amorgen."
This nation occupies a single large island, dotted with villages, a few towns, and a royal capital. Its climate is mild, soil fertile. Standard small buildings populate both villages and towns—a typical Grand Line nation.
"Commander! Commander!"
In a town on this island, a man frantically dashed into a small house. Inside, several people studied a map. At the head sat a woman wearing sunglasses and a cigarette, exuding an air of intense Haki.
She wore a red tall hat with long trailing tassels. Beneath it were short purple locks.
Belo Beti.
Commander of the Revolutionary Army’s East Division. Among the Revolutionary Army’s high-ranking officers, with the Chief of Staff and three other division commanders declared dead by the World Government, she remained as the sole surviving division commander.
Her upper body was clad in a red long-sleeved vest, a tie around her neck, leather gloves on her hands. Below, a long-tailed skirt flowed over red boots. Unlike her usual bare-chested style, she now wore a chest wrap under her vest.
Smoke drifted from her lips as Beti glanced up. "Hmm? What’s wrong?"
The man gasped, pointing outside. "Leipa betrayed us! He’s marching here with his army!"
"What?!"
Beti shot to her feet, nearly dropping her cigarette. "This was supposed to be a deal! What happened?!"
"We… we don’t know!"
Beti clenched her cigarette, her face darkening. "Damn it! We can’t stay here! Break out and rally the troops for combat!"
"Yes!"
The room emptied as everyone rushed outside.
Once alone, Beti sat again, retrieving a book from her vest. Staring at it, her expression grew complex.
The cover bore four words: Justicefaith.
Since meeting Kas and receiving this book, she’d read it. Curious about the bearded man’s willpower that could inspire others, she sought its secrets.
She had to admit—the book was excellent.
Drawing on her revolutionary experience, Beti recognized its deeper layers. It taught people to act justly, resist oppression, and embrace a mission of upholding justice and virtuous courage. Truly a remarkable work.
Yet the Revolutionary Army already pursued similar goals, though this book felt more complete. While the Army worked internally, the book seemed to urge everyone to act.
Well then…
As Commander of the East Division, with the other three division commanders and Sabo declared dead by the World Government (though their bodies remained unconfirmed), she’d become Dragon’s sole remaining successor.
Seizing the mission opportunity, she’d come to Amorgen to test this approach.
She hadn’t told Dragon about the book. She wanted to trial it first, then decide whether to share it.
After all, it was a Navy creation—distinct from their Revolutionary Army methods.
Amorgen was a typical Grand Line nation: a king, nobility, commercial elites, landlords, and factories all exploiting the people. Heavy taxes burdened their lives, but the fertile land ensured survival.
Daily bread and Devil Fruits were plentiful. Meat appeared occasionally, and small savings—Beri—accumulated, though taxes might reclaim part of it yearly.
This survival with savings defined most Grand Line civilians.
The Revolutionary Army had ignored Amorgen until recent tax hikes drew their attention. Beti arrived, though past experience suggested three years would be needed to topple this nation.
But now, she’d used Justicefaith.
The Revolutionary Army already championed civilian causes, aiding resistance against pirates and unfair taxes. Now, they taught the book’s principles to the people.
The results? Exceptional.
The people began resisting injustice independently, no longer needing the Army’s leadership. What once required three years or more, they achieved in one.
Next, they needed a noble with public favor—someone like Leipa. Beti had shared Justicefaith’s teachings with him. Initially, he’d seemed fully committed.
So why did he now march here with his army?!
(End of Chapter)
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