One Piece: Holy Light Swordmaster

Master and Mistress,

Since I last bade farewell to you both and set off on my own journey, it has been over eight years. With each step forward, I remember your teachings and feel deeply grateful, never daring to forget.

In the three years since I left the dojo, I have been actively clearing out pirates in the East Blue, saving civilians, and practicing the ideals in my heart. I have experienced the complexities of the world, honed my swordsmanship, and refined my spirit.

Along the way, I encountered Marine Headquarters' "Hero" Vice Admiral Garp and joined the Marines, moving one step closer to my dream.

Another five years have passed, and at the Marine Headquarters, I have met wise mentors and like-minded comrades, as well as higher-ranking officers who have looked after me just as you both did. I remain deeply humbled, striving to continue working hard.

Now, I have been promoted to the rank of Commodore, and I wish to inform you, hoping that you won't worry about me.

Furthermore, my junior, Kuina, should have already mastered the sword by now. It is truly regrettable that I have not been able to see her in person. I have prepared a gift for her, and I kindly ask that you pass it on to her.

This item is of great significance—it is just like when my junior was born, a demonstration of my capabilities. I hope you both will keep it with her at all times; it could save her life!

In three years, I will return to visit.

The letter does not fully convey my thoughts; I will speak to you more in person.

Take care.

Yours sincerely, [Name omitted]

After finishing the letter, Wright carefully placed the gift—a pendant made of natural crystal, transformed into a "Lightcast Beacon Crystal"—into a box, sealed it with lacquer, and sent it along with the letter.

Destination: Frost Moon Village, East Blue, Isshin Dojo, Koushirou.

When developing the Lightcast Beacon Crystal, Wright's first thought wasn't of Rosinante, but of this fateful junior—Kuina. Wright's Iron Cutter swordsmanship and his Observation Haki were deeply connected to her in some way.

Wright had originally planned to protect her personally, but the precise moment of her tragic fate was unclear, and even with the most advanced Observation Haki, predicting such a distant event was impossible.

However, with the Lightcast Beacon Crystal, he could still achieve his goal. In the moment that something happens to Kuina, the crystal would save her life, and with his master's treatment, Wright would be able to rush to her aid in time.

Relieved, Wright made his way to the new recruit training camp. The Lightcast Beacon Crystal project was still ongoing, and he needed to stay at Headquarters, occasionally crafting more crystals for future use.

Garp had originally intended to invite Wright to join him at Sengoku's office for some drinks, but Wright refused—"You two old men can enjoy yourselves, while I, the young one, will probably get irradiated by your conversation!"

While grumbling to himself, Wright noticed a tall figure approaching him. Wright stood just over two meters tall, which used to be unimaginable, but in this world, people were often abnormally tall.

The approaching figure unmistakably had the "Admiral's height"—black curly hair, a perverted look on his face, wearing a black gentleman's hat and holding a cigarette. It was Borsalino, the Marine Headquarters' Vice Admiral and a Logia-type user of the Glint-Glint Fruit!

So this monkey finally started wearing sunglasses and quit smoking after becoming an Admiral?

Wright, lost in these random thoughts, found himself still curious about this man, who could turn into "light" with his Logia abilities. What was the difference between his Holy Light and Borsalino's light?

Clearly, Borsalino noticed Wright, the rising officer: "Oh~ how scary, look who it is~?"

"Greetings, Vice Admiral Borsalino!" Wright stopped and saluted. Borsalino was known as the resolute executor of "ambiguous justice," a powerhouse with incredible strength and a mysterious, indecisive character who often appeared to be lazy, yet still claimed that "pirates' crimes can never be forgiven." A complex man.

"Commodore Wright~" Borsalino, one of the top Vice Admirals, seemed to have already learned of the higher-ups' plans: "You're quite the fast mover. When I was promoted to Commodore, I couldn't even catch up to your speed. So, where are you headed?"

"To the training camp, Vice Admiral Borsalino," Wright quickly turned his thoughts: Since Borsalino had been criticized by Zephyr for relying too heavily on his Devil Fruit abilities, their relationship wasn't the best: "I was hoping to check on some of the new recruits, maybe help Garp pick out a few."

"Mm~" Borsalino squinted: "Commodore Wright~ No need to be so formal, we're actually real brothers, aren't we~?"

"Even though Zephyr doesn't really like me, it's just because he's used to solving things with his fists. As his senior, I've humbly accepted his teachings—practicing both swordsmanship and physical combat."

This old monkey is clever!

Wright swiftly took advantage of the situation: "Ah, you're right, Borsalino-senpai, nothing to worry about. Recently, too many people at the G3 branch want to join us, and I was hoping you could help Garp old man sort out some of the manpower—there are a lot of people he doesn't want to turn away."

Seeing that the nearby Marines had started noticing their conversation, Wright raised an eyebrow: "How about we continue our discussion over some miso ramen? My treat!"

"It just so happens that I've been meaning to ask you some questions about light-based abilities—Borsalino-senpai, you're quite the expert in that field."

Seeing Wright use "senpai" and "junior" so freely without a hint of hesitation, Borsalino couldn't help but squint as he remembered the first time he met Wright:

During the graduation ceremony at the new recruit training camp, with the Fleet Admiral, two Admirals, and several Vice Admirals present, this kid actually spaced out under Garp's very nose—what a genius!

"Oh~ miso ramen, I do love it~" Borsalino chuckled, becoming even more perverted in appearance: "Well then, I guess I'll let you treat me this time, Wright~ The miso ramen here is pretty good, you know."

"As for your light-based abilities... I've been watching you for quite some time, you know. That three-in-one offense, defense, and healing energy you control—I've been really curious about it."

Wright made a gesture, inviting Borsalino to lead the way to his favorite ramen shop. As they chatted, he pondered the reasons behind Borsalino's sudden appearance and unusually friendly attitude.

Borsalino was right—they truly were "real" brothers.

At Marine Headquarters, almost all the newly appointed officers came from Zephyr, the Black Arm's, tutelage. However, not everyone who graduated from the new recruit training camp could call Zephyr their "master."

Zephyr personally taught only the elite squads each year, while the others were trained under his general supervision. Therefore, only those from the elite squad could directly call him "master," making them true "brothers."

There was an even rarer phenomenon—the "direct disciples" of Zephyr, those who received his personal, hands-on instruction, the ones he taught everything to.

At present, there were only four such disciples: Sakazuki, Borsalino, Kuzan, and Wright!

These four were the "true brothers" Borsalino referred to!

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