99: Chapter 98 A brief confrontation with the admiral! Appointment of the Seven Warlords of the Sea"Now, General Aokiji, do you think we have the confidence?"
Luffy looked at the astonished Navy Admiral [Aokiji] with a smile.
Kuzan was shocked:
Is this a mistake?What kind of setup is this?Three Conqueror Haki, all possessing such astonishing Haki?Didn't I hear they're just emerging?This doesn't make sense.
Moreover, two Parahuman-types (in the eyes of the Navy, Luffy is a user of the Parahuman Rubber Fruit), two Mythical Beasts, and two Natural-types!Could this be a supernova?Other supernovas wouldn't be able to defeat even one of them, right?
Luffy asked with a smile:
"Mr.Kuzan, you are also a powerful figure standing at the top of the ocean.What do you think of our strength?Do you think we have the confidence to protect Robin?"
Aokiji felt a little dry in the mouth because he sensed that the captain of the Straw Hat Adventure Group, Monkey D.Luffy, really had the strength to threaten him.This domineering power, as deep as the abyss and as powerful as a prison, was not inferior even to those old monsters.
The swordsman next to him also has the power to severely damage him.The flames of the blond boy with flames all over his body also make Aokiji feel uncomfortable, and have a certain restraint on his natural abilities.
Also, each of these younger generations who have liberated their strength is not simple!
Aokiji was speechless and lost in thought.He was wondering if he should give them a good beating.If he did, and if they got angry and engaged in a life-and-death fight, then he would die!
Such a group of people already have enough strength to threaten the life of a general.If they start fighting, not to mention subduing them, it will be a problem whether they can escape unscathed.
Aokiji clearly felt a sense of powerlessness in a certain sense.Even if the Straw Hat Pirates faced the strongest among the current Seven Warlords of the Sea - the world's greatest swordsman [Hawkeye], they would never be at a disadvantage.It was even very likely that Hawkeye would be defeated.
Aokiji thought: No wonder, no wonder Marshal Sengoku is trying so hard to win them over to become the Seven Warlords of the Sea.If this Straw Hat kid takes the position, the strongest Seven Warlords of the Sea will probably change hands.
"Mr.Kuzan, what do you think?"
Luffy said in a deep voice, awakening the contemplative admiral.
Luffy didn't know what to do.They did have the ability to defeat a Marine Admiral, but they weren't sure if they could completely stop him.
The Straw Hats couldn't do that now.They couldn't become mortal enemies with the Navy right now.If they fought a desperate battle with a Marine Admiral, all their previous efforts would be wasted.
"Ah, to be honest, I now suddenly understand why Marshal Sengoku was so persistent in inviting Mr.Luffy to become one of the Seven Warlords of the Sea."
Aokiji withdrew his pressure, and everyone else withdrew their abilities as well.
Aokiji scratched his head.He no longer wanted to fight another round.
"That's too much trouble.Luffy, as the Admiral of the Navy, I invite you to become the new Shichibukai.
You do have the ability to do everything you said before.This is the appointment letter signed by Marshal Zhan Guo, you just need to accept it.
Then, I, as the Admiral of the Navy, have agreed to the conditions you proposed.Putting aside the question of restraining one of the Four Emperors, the Navy's conditions for you are—
You can bring your companions into Impel Downs without inspection and there is no limit on the number of people.
However, you need to propose a specific entry time to the navy in advance.If any riot occurs in the city, you will be responsible for suppressing it once.
Furthermore, when you enter Impel Down, you must be accompanied by Mr.Garp and [Peach Rabbit] Jiyuan.Refusing is not permitted.This is the highest concession from the higher-ups, a decision made after careful deliberation."
Luffy's expression was delighted, but he immediately regained his composure, not letting Admiral Aokiji notice anything unusual.
"I agree to your terms.The contract is done and cannot be violated."
Luffy took the appointment letter handed to him by Admiral Aokiji.From this moment on, he was the new Seven Warlords of the Sea.
Luffy's mouth was almost smiling at this moment.Luffy's luck as the lucky son of this world was really well-deserved.In this way, when entering Impel Down, he didn't have to worry about any problems at all.
Both of them are "one of us", and there is no way they would suddenly stand against each other in Advancing City.
Everything is ready, only the east wind is missing; it is just like closing the door and beating the dog.
Aokiji also stretched lazily after hearing this:
"Great, that's almost the end!
Oh, wait a minute.I'm going to give that old guy Zhan Guo a call first.
Tomorrow, the news that you have become Shichibukai will be spread through the navy.The news published in the newspapers tomorrow will also be that the captain of the Straw Hat Adventure Group has become Shichibukai.
Aokiji took out a Den Den Mushi.
Bulu Bulu~
Bulu Bulu~
Bulu Bulu~
Another round of magical Den Den Mushi sound effects.
Warring States Connection:
"Hello?"
"Ah la la, this is Kuzan."
"General Aokiji?Has the letter of appointment been delivered?"
"Yes, they have been delivered.They have agreed to become Shichibukai."
"Excellent, I'll pass it on right away!"
"Also, Sengoku, I have agreed to all the conditions previously proposed by the Straw Hat Adventure Captain.They also agreed to the Navy's conditions."
"What?You didn't knock them down to get more.ahem—"
Aokiji dropped a bombshell, shocking the Marine Headquarters:
"They already have the strength to threaten the life of a Navy admiral."
Zhan Guo exclaimed on the opposite side:
"What?Aokiji, can you take responsibility for what you said?"
Aokiji is still lazy:
"What's irresponsible about that?Even if that Hawkeye were to face them, he'd probably be defeated."
Warring States Period:
".Okay, I understand.Thank you for your hard work.Aokiji, please come back quickly and report the situation."
Zhan Guo hung up the phone.
Aokiji also relaxed at this moment and prepared to catch up on his sleep:
"Well, my mission is complete.It's time to go back and get some sleep.I hope my decision to nominate you as the Seven Warlords of the Sea was the right one."
Luffy blocked Kuzan's way:
"Wait, General Aokiji."
Aokiji frowned and turned back:
"Is there anything else?This is so troublesome."
Luffy grinned:
"Admiral Aokiji, you have bullied my crew after all, so you deserve an explanation."
Aokiji held his forehead with his hand.At this moment, he just wanted to take a break and go fishing.
"How about I apologize to you?"
Luffy chuckled:
"No need to apologize.I've been itching to show off my skills lately, so why not ask Admiral Aokiji for some guidance?
Without a proper fight, how can you know how strong our faith is?"
Aokiji's face darkened upon hearing this, and he said seriously:
"Do you really have to do this?"
Chopper and Robin were also a little worried:
"Luffy.are you really going to fight?"
Luffy gave them a reassuring look to comfort them, but the other crew members were not worried at all, but rather looked forward to it.
"Yes, General Aokiji.Please allow me to learn from you."
Luffy is full of fighting spirit.
Aokiji was also somewhat helpless at this time:
"Ah la la, you want to fight me?Then come on.But just stop it and end it quickly!
But before we start fighting, let's get these innocent refugees out of here first!"
Nami said, "Come to think of it, there are indeed refugees on this island."
As they were talking, several ragged refugees staggered out from the bushes.
Luffy seconded:
"Well, let's solve the refugees' troubles first!"
Aokiji released an extremely cold air, freezing the sea surface, and told them to keep warm.They could reach the next inhabited island by walking on the ice road for seven days.He watched the refugees leave before returning.
Aokiji has taken off his eye patch and changed his lazy attitude:
"Then let's get started!"
The battle is about to begin!
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