"Hm…"
In fact,
it was not just Sengoku.
Even Akainu looked like he could not stand it anymore. Frowning, he said displeasedly, "Borsalino… what you just did was practically smearing the Navy in reverse!"
"If, in the process of arresting those pirates later, the future you fails to display the level of combat power expected of a commander!"
"Then as a Navy Admiral, shouldn't you seriously reflect on whether you are truly qualified for the position?!"
Akainu was angry.
He felt Kizaru's behavior was simply too cheapening.
There was not the slightest bit of the dignity or style a Navy Admiral ought to have.
In response,
being reproached to his face,
and knowing Akainu's personality all too well,
Kizaru himself could only shrug helplessly, showing that he had nothing to say.
To be honest,
he did not think there was anything wrong with it.
Forget the future—even right now—
even if he had already learned the plot in advance and immediately set out on the spot, heading to the Sabaody Archipelago to carry out the arrest mission,
Kizaru would still
perfectly recreate the same series of exaggerated actions his future self had made.
That was right.
Even he himself thought so.
Because there was no other reason—this was simply how he had always been!!!
"Don't worry…"
"This is also a good opportunity for Kizaru to clearly show the world just how powerful his Glint-Glint Fruit really is!"
Across from them,
on the other side of the meeting room,
Vice Admiral Tsuru smiled, then elegantly raised the coffee cup in her hand and took a sip.
She was obviously full of confidence in this mission!
As the Navy's great strategist, a figure spoken of in the same breath as Sengoku and Garp,
Vice Admiral Tsuru had dealt with all her colleagues for a very long time.
She also understood the personalities, combat styles, and abilities of the three Admirals extremely well.
Therefore,
no matter what,
Vice Admiral Tsuru absolutely did not believe
that a mere bunch of Supernova pirates causing trouble at the head of the chaos
could amount to anything!
As long as they dared to assault a Celestial Dragon,
then whether in the present or in the future, they had to receive the punishment they deserved!
And do not forget,
among the audience watching the ranking video right now, aside from the powerful figures,
the Celestial Dragons of the World Government
could also watch this plot ranking in real time from the residential district of the Holy Land, Mary Geoise!
Therefore,
whether it was for the reputation of the Navy Admirals,
or because of the pressure coming from the World Government and the Celestial Dragon higher-ups,
the future Kizaru
was bound to complete the mission brilliantly!
As for failing? That was absolutely not allowed!!!
—
At the same time,
over in the world of Bleach,
inside Las Noches in Hueco Mundo.
"Tsk, tsk, tsk…"
"So, is an outright massacre about to begin?"
"That said, I'm actually looking forward to this newly appeared Navy Admiral! He may look a bit sleazy…"
"But… his true combat power, as well as his Devil Fruit ability, probably won't disappoint us, right?"
Beneath the throne,
Gin Ichimaru narrowed his eyes and chuckled softly.
Within those slightly narrowed pupils, a dark gleam flickered.
Although,
he was not the sort of person who judged others by appearance,
still…
the matter of pretending to be weak while actually being strong
was not something Ichimaru Gin had never seen before in the world of Bleach.
Therefore,
his instincts told him
that Kizaru was very strong!
At the very least, in the world of One Piece, he was unquestionably top-tier combat power!
There was no need to doubt that!
Otherwise, he would never have become one of the only three Navy Admirals!!!
"Gin, you're right…"
The moment Ichimaru Gin finished speaking…
Aizen's voice, full of agreement, came from above the throne.
Aizen lifted his eyes.
On his handsome, cold face, there was not much change in expression.
Yet deep within Aizen's eyes,
as he looked toward the flying figure of Kizaru in the screen,
a trace of interest also flashed past.
Earlier,
Aokiji's appearance, as well as his combat performance,
had not disappointed Aizen at all! Instead, it had stirred his curiosity toward Devil Fruits!
And now,
it was Kizaru's turn.
Same position, different ability.
That made the upcoming viewing experience even more attractive to someone like Aizen, who loved research and pursued power!
"A Navy Admiral…"
"If my judgment is correct, their combat power should be comparable to that of a Shinigami Captain!"
"So next, unless something unexpected happens, it will definitely be this Kizaru showing the pirates before him the true might of his Glint-Glint Fruit!!!!"
After staring for a moment,
Aizen continued, stating his opinion in a firm tone.
He was also extremely looking forward to it!
The Straw Hat Pirates, led by Luffy,
whose overall combat strength at present had only just barely moved beyond the rookie stage!
And also…
those other Supernova pirate crews whose names were equally famous.
Once they encountered Kizaru in a moment,
what kind of resistance would they put up?
A crushing defeat!
A massacre?
In any case, as a Navy Admiral, if Kizaru were to embarrass himself again in front of the entire world,
then, forgive Aizen for being blunt—the Navy might as well just shut down directly!!!
(End of Chapter)
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