Since Kuro joined the Navy, even in the East Blue, he has seen those Navy friends who sacrificed their lives, unable to do anything but feel angry.
Even Kuro himself has had times when he couldn't find anyone temporarily.
Although he eventually found the sunken ship, the others weren't as persistent as him. First, the ocean was too vast to find, and second, they had missions, unlike pirates who could freely lock onto a target.
But it's still abnormal that the navy suffered casualties and there was no way to retaliate.
This is the World Government's fault; it's truly a problem with the system. Back then, the Navy was still very crude. Someone infiltrated the Navy's homeland and killed an Admiral's family. The solution they came up with was just a broken code name to hide their identities.
Hiding their identities is a joke. They're not undercover agents, so why would they need to hide their identities and go anonymous? They're just trying to wipe out pirates, why do they need to use code names?
Although codenames are now more about fame, the original intention is still wrong.
However, in contrast, the Navy can try to resolve the issue through internal communication. Kuro's statement at this time, besides establishing the Navy's authority, also reflects his own considerations.
He made the statement for three reasons.
Safe! Safe! It's fucking safe!
If the idea that "sacrificing one Marine will result in the death of ten pirates" is firmly established, then ordinary pirates will not want to casually try to kill Marines to increase their fame.
That way, his G-3 won't be bothered by random pirates, and he'll be safe.
Left and right are just different ways of doing things; there's nothing wrong with being flexible.
Whether Kuro speaks or not, the Navy will have to fight the pirates anyway, so why not try a different approach?
Being a little petty isn't a bad thing.
Onigumo looked at Kuro with admiration. "That makes sense. No matter the cost, we must wipe out all the pirates!"
"No, we can't trade the lives of the Marines for the lives of pirates. But I'm willing to listen to what Kuro said; we can give it a try," said Momonga.
Dalmesia nodded in agreement.
Storobelli didn't care at all. To be honest, he didn't lift a finger the whole time; he was just holding things up, which was quite typical of their fish...monkey...oh dear, water monkey faction!
Anyway, whatever Kuro said is the code of conduct for their faction.
After the song and the drinks were finished, a colonel turned back to look at the burned-out town and hesitated, saying, "Lieutenant General, this town..."
Kuro turned his head and looked over, clicked his tongue, and waved his hand. Suddenly, dark clouds rose in the sky above the town, and a torrential downpour began.
"Once the rain extinguishes the fire, take people in to see if there are any survivors, and provide relief according to the rules."
"Yes, sir!" the sailor saluted, standing ramrod straight.
Some marines were left here to handle things, while the rest dispersed. They were in a hurry to come here; if it weren't for Zephyr, they wouldn't have had the time to come here to besiege a pirate. Their own tasks were too heavy.
Kuro also sailed towards G-3 aboard the Golden Lion.
One Weevil isn't enough to make headlines around the world; now the world is full of news about the World Conference and Big Mom getting thrashed by the Straw Hat Pirates.
The only news that could be considered big was that Jinni had begun to take full charge of the Seven Warlords of the Sea, but in the news from the outside world, the three major organizations of the World Government remained the same, with no change.
Most countries are also at ease because the balance has not been disrupted and their perception of the world has not changed, which is enough to reassure them.
Inside the office, Kuro was talking to Kuro about some recent reports.
“Mr. Kuro, the tourism project that runs from the islands on the G-3 border all the way to Dressrosa is nearing completion. David has extended an invitation to us, wanting you to attend the opening ceremony.”
"Oh? So soon? I thought it would be a while longer."
Kuro thought for a moment and said, "Aren't Cass and Wilbur there? Just have them stand in for me."
“Yes, I will inform them,” Chloe said, adjusting her glasses.
"Have you found out about that box of cigars from before?" Kuro asked.
There is no specific news yet.
"Oh ho, hiding it so well? Keep hiding it, I don't believe it." Kuro clicked his tongue. "Give Rob Lucci a call and have him mobilize the power of CP to investigate thoroughly in the East Blue."
"Hey, Kuro, are you going to find a CP just for a cigar?" Lida turned her head and said, "Isn't that a bit of an exaggeration?"
"Hey, hey, how am I exaggerating? I've been a Marine for half my life, am I not allowed to have a hobby? It's just a little enjoyment, what's wrong with me enjoying it?" Kuro rolled his eyes.
Of all the kids in the world, this is the only one who has no right to criticize him.
"Lida, spend more time improving yourself, stop thinking about eating. The sea has become dangerous lately. Linlin is going to find Kaido, and that bastard Teach is up to some trouble again. Shanks is being honest, but the more honest a person is, the bigger the things they do."
Kuro was aware of this.
Are you kidding me? Who is he?
As someone who values safety so much, he naturally wants to clarify all the potential dangers, especially since he's now in the New World.
"I understand." Lida nodded. "But we still need to eat."
"Eat, eat, eat. When have I ever let you go hungry or thirsty?" Kuro smirked and said earnestly, "You should be serious. Just because I'm with you doesn't mean you're safe. I myself don't feel very safe now. Your talent is very strong, and you can even be among the top talents in the world."
“I could let it go before, the Devil Fruit was a burden to you, but now that you’ve developed the Devil Fruit to a certain level, and you don’t have any weaknesses, you should at least pay attention and not make me do everything myself. You should also try to take on some responsibilities. Look how long it’s been, you only just learned Instant Kill, and you still have to borrow other people’s stamina. What about all the food you eat every day, and the energy you convert? Where did it all go?”
Lida pursed her lips at these words. How could she not know what Kuro was thinking? This guy's delusions had struck again.
However, Kuro's words make sense; she should develop some new techniques...
"Lida, your advantage is your immense strength, which can even grow infinitely as you absorb energy. You can absorb the power of others and use it to fight back. You can fight, heal, and even unleash energy blasts. With twenty or thirty years of training, you could be the next Charlotte Linlin!"
"ah?"
Lida frowned, suddenly feeling offended.
“No, I meant strength, not appearance.” Kuro stroked his chin. “But that old woman seemed quite pretty when she was young… never mind, it doesn’t matter. Anyway, she’ll be just as imposing as Charlotte Linlin, how terrifying.”
Kuro subconsciously pouted.
Lida's eyes twitched, and she couldn't help but say, "I don't know what I'll become after twenty or thirty years of training, but I do know that if you spend some more time with Admiral Kizaru and train for another twenty or thirty years, you'll definitely become like him. Well, I'm not talking about strength, I'm talking about appearance."
Kuro: "..."
Are you even being polite?!
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