Keep playing, Redfield will win.
Both Leliana and Redfield agree on this point; otherwise, Leliana wouldn't have conceded defeat so readily.
But Redfield is facing that classic question: against a fourteen-year-old opponent, winning is well-deserved, but losing requires self-reflection.
Redfield's fighting focus is not on brute force; at least among opponents of the same level, his strength attribute is relatively weak.
But that refers to monsters of the same level. Faced with Lyriana's attack, his fighting instincts told him to evade.
The power boost from dragons is significant, and in Lyriana's case, it even resulted in a 1+1>2 effect.
"You have some experience with Conqueror's Haki, and your Armament Haki is quite good, but your Observation Haki is lacking. Would you like me to teach you Observation Haki?"
Redfield felt that Oran's mention of a sparring partner must have a deeper meaning, and after thinking it over, he concluded that it must be Observation Haki.
"It seems we can't let our guard down like this, or we'll lose face big time."
Redfield had already considered retiring when he joined this place, and since he was planning to retire, he naturally didn't care about things at sea.
Leliana's appearance made Redfield decide to work harder for a few more years. Although according to the growth curve, he would eventually lose to her one day, he couldn't do it so soon.
At the very least, it has to be delayed until the other person comes of age.
As Leliana was summarizing her experiences and planning for the next battle, Redfield took off his helmet, and he was curious about what she was thinking.
To read minds, you only need to be within a certain distance; to explore memories, you need physical contact. However, Redfield didn't intend to explore anything deeper.
Then he sensed an unusually pure heart. Lyliana's thoughts were not filled with many distractions. Apart from thinking about fighting and becoming stronger, she was only thinking about what to eat for lunch.
Blank Frankenstein, mysterious Oran, and pure Leriana—this family all piqued Redfield's curiosity.
Fortunately, Leliana wasn't a battle maniac; she only fought Redfield occasionally, allowing Redfield to enjoy his retirement life smoothly.
Redfield spends his days strolling around the island, listening to Brooke play music, and even adopted a river crab.
River crabs are known as swift crabs because they are already quite fast. Rumor has it that some swift crabs have outmaneuvered professional players in canyon rivers with their agile movements.
However, this creature was not very intelligent and was only kept as a special food by Oran. But Redfield was interested and got a large one to use as a mount.
You can entice it to crawl forward by tying a rope with honey and fruit and hanging it in front of it.
Attending concerts (listening to music), walking crabs (walking birds), Redfield is living the retirement life to the fullest, but others are not so relaxed.
"Reporting to the lord, this is what the Red Earl has been doing lately. Apart from occasionally doing combat training with Siddiel's daughter, he's been living like a retired man."
They even rode strange crabs for a ride along the edge of the fields.
"Riding a crab for a spin? Alifa, do you know what you're saying?"
"I know it's strange, but it's really true."
The World Government had no objection to Redfield's actions in Oranje, but they were curious about what Redfield was doing, so this agent who was lurking on Firefly Island had his own job.
Oran had specifically instructed Redfield not to pay attention to Alifa, the agent, because if the World Government secretly replaced her with someone they didn't know, it would cause trouble later.
If it weren't for this instruction, she would have been discovered on the first day of the operation.
Even with a helmet on, Redfield's intuition couldn't escape that spying gaze.
"Hmm, very good. Continue to lie low and stay hidden."
Besides World Government agents, the Navy also keeps an eye on Redfield's movements. For example, when Brook performed again, many plainclothes Navy personnel were mixed in with the audience.
"Reporting to headquarters. Redfield has been spotted. He's in the front row cheering. Good heavens, he's actually doing Wota Art."
What is Wota Art?
"It's just cheering dances. The things young people are coming up with these days make me feel like I'm dreaming."
Let alone the navy monitoring the situation, if Redfield's old acquaintances saw the legendary Lone Red with support merchandise, dressed in a skull costume, holding a glow stick and cheering with others in the front row, they would think the other party was crazy.
"Alright, your mission is to ensure the concert runs smoothly and protect that Soul King."
"yes!"
Whatever Redfield does, as long as he settles down, the effort he puts in will be completely worthwhile.
The concert was held on the back of an island whale. Adult island whales can move faster than most wooden sailboats, and they can create huge waves with a simple sway of their bodies, which is enough to deal with most situations.
Reputable pirates wouldn't rob a concert, and there's no need for any veteran elites; a regular vice admiral leading the team would be enough to stabilize the situation.
It is reasonable for the navy to help maintain order at large gatherings, and it may even give some navy personnel the opportunity to attend concerts at public expense.
The navy personnel present remained silent, sensing that some of the undercover agents posing as fans might actually be genuine fans.
Redfield attracted most people's attention to some extent, and the last month of 1501 passed quietly, and the day of the World Congress arrived.
Ginny and Kuma returned to Firefly Island with a large number of travel souvenirs. For Kuma, this was even an improvement in his abilities. The more islands he visited, the more places his Paw-Paw Fruit could send people to.
The most excited person on the entire island was still Brand.
"Your Majesty Oran, based on the past experience of the Kingdom of Fafler, you should bring two equally capable guards with you when attending the World Conference to ensure your safety."
At the same time, members of the royal family are often accompanied by others. When the royal family holds meetings, other members typically socialize in the lounge, providing a good opportunity to expand their social circles.
"Okay, Kate, you and Brand will take on the role of guards."
I'll bring Project Shiki with me, plus the firepower of the Power Gear, so I don't need to worry about anything on the way.
Riley, while I'm away, national security is in your hands.
Oran made general arrangements for what would happen after his departure. Leliana was old enough to act as regent, and her mind was very mature. With the assistance of the androids, she could keep things running normally for a long time.
"Don't worry, Dad, I can handle this."
"Your Majesty Oran, if there is any need, I will lend a hand; that was my promise."
"With you two here, I'm naturally at ease, but I doubt there are any opponents worth both of you taking action against at the same time."
Even if you bring over one of the Sea Emperors of the New World, he would still lose to both Redfield and Leriana. It would only cause considerable damage to the country.
"Fran, you should come with me too. It's our first meeting, so let's not provoke them too much. I'll leave the diplomatic matters to you. If you find anyone you like, just chat with them casually."
Piltover is not Fishman Island; the deal between Oran and the World Government still exists.
Unless all five elders are kicked in the head by a donkey at the same time, a stupid thing like Charlos trying to enslave someone in public won't happen in Oran.
After making general arrangements for the personnel, Oran and his group set off for Mary Geoise.
The navy did not provide escort for Oran this time. Every year around this time, the navy's manpower becomes somewhat strained, and there are quite a few pirates who want to take the opportunity to rob or kidnap the king.
Oran and his group were too familiar with each other; ordinary officers couldn't even protect Oran now. Therefore, after some discussion, the Navy only sent a small team as representatives to board the Power Gear and travel to Mary Geoise with Oran and his group.
Two weeks later, the Power Gear arrived at Red Harbor, a port below Mary Geoise and the only way to legally cross the Red Line.
Many kings from countries eligible to participate in the World Conference have arrived here, and even some countries without the right to participate have come.
They may not be qualified to sit at that conference table, but they can still find an opportunity to conduct diplomacy after the meeting.
However, there are not many such countries, since their navies do not provide full escort when they come here, making it quite dangerous.
"The Land of Flowers - Ramen King Arrives!"
"The Kingdom of Balewood - King Hanburg has arrived!"
"The Kingdom of Shixia - King Mi-hiro Arrives!"
"King Cobra of Alabasta has arrived!"
A large number of reporters gathered at Red Harbor. Whenever the navy called out the name of a king, they would swarm around to take photos and report the news, sending firsthand information back to their newspapers.
During this process, a special ironclad warship attracted a lot of attention.
Among a group of wooden sailboats, this majestic ironclad warship was already quite special, but what was even more special was the ship's owner.
Many acquaintances have already recognized whose ship it is.
"That ship is..."
"It's the Power Gear. What's he doing here?"
Both Cobra and the King of Drum Kingdom were puzzled by this, after all, this was not a place Oran should be.
"Piltworth! King Oran has arrived!"
The Navy pushed a taller mobile staircase onto the Power Gear, and the group disembarked. Brand even put on his gleaming armor, forming a metal escort with Project Shiki.
"Orlan? You actually came here?"
Among the many royals below, one gaze lingered on Oran for a long time. He was none other than another of Oran's old colleagues.
Former member of MADS, now Vinsmoke Judge of the Germa Kingdom.
The one from early this morning is gone, time to rest.
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