With Garp's insight, he could naturally tell that Cyrus was genuinely not interested in being a Shichibukai.
Or rather, he wasn't very interested in anything related to the World Government.
"How far do you think this young man can go in the future?" Vice Admiral Tsuru asked, her eyes fixed on Garp.
As old comrades-in-arms for decades, Vice Admiral Tsuru knew that Garp could be unreliable at times, but his judgment was absolutely sound.
Sengoku was also very curious upon hearing this.
"Do you want the truth or a lie?" Garp asked, stroking the beard on his chin.
"Nonsense, the truth, of course."
Sengoku was speechless. When did this guy Garp learn to keep people in suspense?
"The truth? Then I don't know either!" Garp threw up his hands, indicating he didn't know, but then his tone shifted.
"But his talent is very high. Let me put it this way for you. Although it's not obvious now and he's not famous, this Cyrus's talent might be even greater than that crazy woman from Totto Land."
Garp's words instantly silenced Sengoku's office.
The expressions of both Sengoku and Vice Admiral Tsuru froze.
That crazy woman from Totto Land?
Charlotte Linlin?
The only person Garp would refer to like that was Charlotte Linlin, who now bore the title of an Emperor.
And as someone who had been a key target of observation since the Rocks era, the Navy had a very clear grasp of Charlotte Linlin's situation.
That woman's innate talent was terrifying.
She was the type who reached her current level of strength without needing much training or practice at all.
A young man with talent comparable to Charlotte Linlin.
"That's too much of an exaggeration!" Gion said subconsciously.
"It is a bit of an exaggeration, but that's just the feeling I get," Garp said and then fell silent.
"Really no chance?"
Sengoku was now even more unwilling to give up.
"No chance. Alright!"
Seeing his old comrade's expression, Garp hesitated for a moment before sighing.
"He probably has some opinions about the Celestial Dragons. You know how the Celestial Dragons operate."
As Garp said this, the expressions of both Sengoku and Vice Admiral Tsuru turned a little ugly.
So that was the reason?
If that was the case, then what Garp said was indeed correct.
It would indeed be very difficult to recruit him into the Navy.
Moreover, it was very likely he would stand on the opposing side in the future.
"I've said all I need to say. But based on my contact with him, you don't have to worry about him actively becoming a pirate. However, with such talent, he's bound to cause a huge stir in the future.
If he really does cause a stir, the World Government might order the Navy to issue a bounty, but that problem will be for you to worry about."
After speaking, Garp stood up.
"I've been on a business trip for so long, so I'm going back to rest first. Don't look for me for the next few days unless it's an emergency."
Before Sengoku could even react, Garp had already walked out.
"That bastard Garp!"
Sengoku cursed subconsciously, it had already become a habit.
But then his expression froze. A business trip?
More like he went out to have fun.
"If that's the case, as long as he doesn't declare himself a pirate, we'll have to do something if the World Government makes a move in the future," Vice Admiral Tsuru reminded Sengoku.
"I know, but I can't make the final decision on this kind of matter."
Only after becoming Fleet Admiral did Sengoku understand how troublesome it was to deal with all the different parties.
Needless to say, there was trouble from the World Government, and the trouble from pirates was also constant. Even with the Navy's Three Great Powers in place, it was still the same, and he was swamped with work every day.
"Big Sis, why don't we just capture him? Then we can explain the Navy's ideals to him. Since he doesn't approve of pirates, he should be able to accept the Navy's ideals," Gion suddenly suggested.
"What you said is right, but there's one problem. What if we fail to capture him?"
Vice Admiral Tsuru turned to look at her sworn sister behind her and shook her head slightly.
"Let's take things one step at a time regarding this young man. Although Garp says his talent is great, growth takes time. Perhaps during this time, a better way to approach him will present itself."
After speaking, Vice Admiral Tsuru also stood up, bid farewell to Sengoku, and left with Gion.
Only Sengoku remained in the office.
In fact, Sengoku had a feeling that Cyrus would cause a huge stir very soon.
After all, he had already directly provoked Jinbei and Doflamingo. When he went to the Grand Line, there was an eighty percent chance of a direct conflict.
Sengoku rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on.
If both Jinbei and Doflamingo were defeated, the Shichibukai system would surely suffer a major blow.
Perhaps he could use this opportunity to make the World Government change its plan.
The powerful individuals in this world were not just pirates; outside of the Navy and pirates, there were many hidden powerhouses.
Sengoku frowned in deep thought, pondering whether it was possible to find these people.
...
Flower Country.
Cyrus and a hooded Robin disembarked from the ship.
It was said that the Flower Country was designed in a Chinese style.
But now, seeing it with his own eyes, Cyrus could only say that it was a mere imitation of the form—no, it didn't even count as that.
Even the form was just a random collection of things found somewhere and casually added in.
"Your eyes seem a bit disdainful, as if you're looking down on something."
Her life on the run had greatly enhanced Robin's ability to read people.
She had noticed Cyrus's expression and naturally figured out what he was thinking.
Of course, it was also because Cyrus made no effort to hide it.
"Trying to draw a tiger, but ending up with a dog. Do you know what that means?"
Cyrus turned to look at Robin beside him and asked with a smile.
"Hmm?"
Robin pondered for a moment before slowly speaking.
"Does it mean to only understand the surface of things?"
"Something like that."
Cyrus didn't explain further, just nodded in agreement.
"The style of the Flower Country is indeed different. Could it be that you've seen a more orthodox version?"
Robin was genuinely curious now.
As a historian, Robin was naturally aware that the Flower Country had existed for a very long time.
Could it be an ancient kingdom that wasn't recorded in history?
Robin guessed inwardly, then suddenly froze.
Could it be from that blank period?
Robin turned to look at Cyrus, her eyes filled with shock and suspicion.
"Let's go. We'll see if we can find where Chinjao is," Cyrus said with a wave of his hand.
Though shocked and suspicious, Robin didn't voice the questions in her heart.
"You're a Pirate Hunter. Are you planning to take down Chinjao for his bounty?" Robin asked in a low voice, quickening her pace to walk beside Cyrus.
"Huh?"
Cyrus looked at Robin, stunned.
He honestly hadn't thought of that.
He just wanted to fight Chinjao.
After all, Chinjao was famous for his Armament Haki.
Perhaps fighting him could help Cyrus improve his own.
As for capturing Chinjao for a bounty?
This was the Flower Country, the home base of the Eight Treasure Navy.
Seeing Cyrus's reaction, Robin knew she had guessed wrong.
"If that's not it, then can't we just sneak onto their ship?" Robin suggested.
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