"I refuse."
Kevin rejected Dragon's invitation.
"Is that so?" Dragon's voice couldn't help but deepen: "Is there a problem with the Revolutionary Army's ideals?"
Are they not recognized?
"It's too slow. I hear it. This world is crying. It can't wait that long."
Anyone can say such chuunibyou-esque pretty words.
Dragon looked at Kevin in shock.
He revealed a respectful smile: "Mr. Kevin, there's no telling whose approach is better or worse between yours and mine, but your choice is fraught with danger. Are you sure?"
Just now, Dragon had explained the Revolutionary Army's ideals and future goals to Kevin.
First, rescue the kingdoms in turmoil.
Spread the ideals.
Slowly dismantle the World Government's foundation from the bottom up, steady and sure, slow but not very dangerous.
In Dragon's eyes,
Kevin was clearly going to face the World Government's pressure head-on, tearing open a hole from the World Government's high ranks, which would be effective quickly but would constantly put him in immense danger.
"There's no fun without a challenge."
The two smiled at each other.
"I didn't expect that in this era, there would be a second person like Dragon. I like him more and more," the Ivankov sighed.
Tyrant Kuma whispered, "Knowing that Mr. Kevin left Akainu's hands, I knew he was not simple."
"Then, Mr. Kevin, what do you plan to do?"
Dragon looked at Kevin with curiosity and concern.
"Increase combat power and find more powerful companions with the same ideals." First, lay the groundwork, so when it comes to recruiting later, Dragon won't be able to refuse.
Dragon nodded in agreement.
The Revolutionary Army also adopted this approach.
No matter how good the ideals, without corresponding strength, the World Government would wipe them out with a single move.
"Like-minded companions are hard to find, Mr. Kevin. You still have too few companions." Dragon glanced at the Tomorrow next to him.
The number of people was less than ten.
It couldn't compare to the current ship full of Revolutionary Army members.
"Kevin, if you want companions, I have plenty here." The Ivankov offered perfect assistance.
Behind the Ivankov,
followed a large group of "flamboyant" okama.
"Whoever you fancy, as long as she's willing, you can take her," the Ivankov said generously.
Dragon also smiled and didn't stop him.
Kevin looked at this group of okama.
Ivankov Ivankov had no light appearing around him.
As a high-ranking cadre of the Revolutionary Army, even if he recognized Kevin, he wouldn't have the idea of switching sides.
But among the many okama behind Ivankov,
several of them emitted a strong light, indicating their willingness.
The strongest light came from an okama wearing a pink dress, with a rugged man's face and a beard.
"Are okama considered female or male?"
Kevin pondered.
The emission of light
proved that this okama, who was 100% a man before, met the recruitment conditions.
Kevin's eyes lit up.
He wasn't interested in the okama.
Rather, he had discovered a system bug.
The system required him to establish the strongest female Pirate Crew on the sea, and all crew members had to be female.
However, compared to men, there were too few famous female powerhouses on the sea.
The choices were limited.
The future would be the same.
Just like before, when Ace and Sabo requested to join the crew, their talents were top-notch, but due to their gender, Kevin refused without hesitation.
If they were girls,
the outcome would have been different.
If Ivankov Ivankov were to transform Luffy, Ace, and Sabo from Windmill Village into okama...
Kevin quickly dispelled such thoughts.
He estimated that Dragon and Garp in front of him would immediately fight him to the death.
Luffy and the others would also fight to the death.
They would rather die than accept it.
Kevin temporarily dismissed this idea but kept it in his mind.
On the sea, there were still many female powerhouses to choose from, so he wouldn't consider this method for now.
"My ship needs a doctor."
Kevin's gaze bypassed the okama; he didn't want them.
In the crowd of passersby, a young woman, probably just an adult, stared at him with burning eyes.
Her attire was a bit daring.
Kevin walked towards her: "What's your name?"
"Belo Betty."
The one who answered was a young woman with short purple hair, wearing a long-tailed skirt and boots.
Kevin recognized her identity at a glance.
The future "East Army" Commander of the Revolutionary Army.
A powerful individual with a bounty of 457 million Berries.
The user of the Motivate Fruit.
Earlier, when he boarded the ship, Kevin saw Belo Betty treating some injured people and encouraging them with words, but she didn't show any abilities.
She probably hadn't eaten the Motivate Fruit yet.
The Motivate Fruit is a support-type Fruit, and the original work never directly showed Belo Betty's strength.
Kevin believed.
Becoming the East Army Captain, with a bounty of almost 500 million, and even invading the Holy Land to fight two Admirals in the future, her strength must not be weak.
He set his sights on her immediately.
He needed a doctor, and his purpose was also for her, as she demonstrated medical skills.
"Dragon, Kevin seems to want to get Belo Betty," Tyrant Kuma whispered to Dragon.
Shouldn't he stop him?
Belo Betty had shown great talent.
Especially her talent for language; through her speeches, she incited bottom-level revolts in her hometown and overthrew many nobles.
She was a force the Revolutionary Army greatly needed.
"Don't worry, those who join us are like-minded friends; don't doubt our comrades."
Dragon was very confident.
...
"You want me?" Belo Betty opened her big eyes.
Kevin: ".....?"
So bold.
"Alright, I'll go with you. Anyway, I haven't decided to join the Revolutionary Army yet. As long as it's about resisting those high-and-mighty nobles, I'm willing to work with you." Belo Betty grabbed Kevin's hand and hurried towards the Tomorrow.
Dragon fell silent.
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