The moment this thought surfaced in his mind, Redfield's instinctive first reaction was that it was impossible. Mary Geoise, as the stronghold of the Celestial Dragons, was one of the most heavily guarded places in the world. Especially after the previous "bombing incident," the World Government would surely learn from its mistakes, making the security arrangements infinitely more stringent than before.
Not to mention, this coincided with the inauguration ceremony for the new commander of the God's Knights. Representatives from over a hundred Member Nations across the world would be attending this event to witness the proceedings. Such a grand ceremony, coupled with the safety of numerous representatives from Member Nations... It was beyond question how profoundly formidable Mary Geoise's security forces were at this very moment.
Most crucially, on an occasion so vital to the World Government's prestige, the authorities would tolerate absolutely no mishaps or flaws in the inauguration ceremony. Any failure would trigger a political crisis with far-reaching consequences! Yet Daren's words clearly implied he intended to cause trouble in the sacred land of Mary Geoise!
—Aside from the World Government, brimming with powerhouses, Redfield couldn't fathom who else across the seas would warrant Daren's "test fire."
Hearing Redfield's words, Daren remained silent, but the prisoners huddled in the cell's corner pricked up their ears, their eyes gleaming.
To Mary Geoise... to test his gun? The thought flashed through their minds, and their breathing instantly grew ragged and heavy.
Meanwhile, Magellan's eyes widened in horrified shock. Terror, conflict, unease—a tangled web of emotions twisted his face, causing his lips to tremble uncontrollably.
"This isn't something I should be hearing..."
He hastily turned away, covering his ears with both hands, though gaps remained between his fingers.
"Of course."
Daren's lips curved upward slightly as he chuckled.
"That Celestial Dragon Holy Land must be quite lively right now. As everyone knows, I absolutely love joining the fun."
Redfield: "..."
His mouth twitched. This isn't about enjoying the commotion... You're clearly just itching for a fight! And let's not forget your "sinister" intent to deliberately cause trouble for the World Government!
"Don't take this lightly, Daren."
Redfield frowned, inwardly wondering if the kid had gotten too big for his britches. He cautioned:
"An inauguration ceremony this grand means the World Government has prepared countless contingencies. If you rashly storm into Mary Geoise, you'll likely face an onslaught from countless powerful adversaries."
"No matter how strong you are, you can't possibly take on the Five Elders, the God's Knights, and countless CP0 agents single-handedly. Not to mention the Marines will be out in full force—even Kong and Sengoku might be present."
After delivering his final warning, he watched Daren silently, certain his message was crystal clear. Even this madman should know when to back down.
What he hadn't anticipated was the sight of that Venom brat, who'd been eavesdropping with his hands over his ears. Upon hearing the words, his face instantly fell, turning deathly pale.
"It's over..."
Magellan clutched his head in despair, muttering as if struck by lightning:
"Why did you have to say that? Now... Instructor Daren will definitely go."
Redfield: ???
What kind of logic is this?
He froze for a moment, shifting his gaze toward Daren. Yet the scene that met his eyes left him utterly dumbfounded, his mind reeling.
There stood Daren, his fingers slightly curled, his body trembling as if beyond his control. In his eyes, intense fighting spirit blazed like flames, like lightning, gradually rising and bursting forth.
"Well, this just makes me want to go even more..."
A reckless grin spread across Daren's lips.
"With so many world-class powerhouses gathered here, even the legendary Battle of God Valley couldn't have been this epic!"
"..."
Magellan covered his face in agony.
"I knew it!!"
Redfield was utterly dumbfounded. With all the experience and perspective he'd gained sailing the seas for so many years, what scenes hadn't he witnessed? But this one? He'd never seen anything like it.
Were there people in this world who actually wished they'd lived too long? Why rush headlong into the most dangerous places?
He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but seeing Daren's eager expression, he closed it again, letting out a wry chuckle.
"Youngsters these days are just crazy..."
With confirmation from Redfield, the entire Eternal Hell erupted in an instant!
Roar!!
"Hey hey hey! Daren, you're not joking, right?"
"You're serious? You're actually going to storm Mary Geoise?"
"Hahahaha! That's gutsy!"
"After all these years as a pirate, I've knocked over countless old ladies without helping them up, but you take the cake!"
"Hey, Daren, let's make a deal! Take me with you. I'll join you in slaughtering those damn Celestial Dragons at their Holy Land!"
"Exactly! I'm coming too!"
"Take me! Hahahaha! My sword's itching for blood!"
"I'm in too. If you'll take me to slaughter those Celestial Dragons, I'll even be your lackey!"
"Same here!"
"Hahaha! I'm gonna wring every last Celestial Dragon's neck!"
"..."
The prisoners' faces flushed crimson as they frantically pounded on cell doors and bars. Their Seastone shackles clanged together, eyes gleaming with madness.
Their eagerness, their scramble to be first... If they hadn't locked the cell doors themselves, they'd likely have burst out to give Daren a bear hug by now.
"It's over..."
A cacophony of maniacal laughter, furious curses, shouts, and invectives filled the air. Filthy arms stretched out from the cells, waving frantically down the long prison corridor. The entire world seemed to descend into madness at that moment.
Magellan, standing at the end of the prison corridor, stared at the scene in stunned disbelief, his heart pounding wildly. He could scarcely believe his eyes.
What... what... what the hell is happening?
These world-class criminals in this Eternal Hell... from the looks of it, they want to be Daren-sama's underlings, following him out to storm the Holy Land, Mary Geoise!?
Is that even logical?
Daren-sensei is the... Marines? Bullshit!
He's the most dangerous criminal in the world right now!
This seems... perfectly logical!?