One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 209 This World Doesn't Believe in Tears

"Dragon, even though I've known you for so long, I still don't understand you. But this time, I really don't understand your actions. Isn't it a bit too daring? Didn't you consider the other risks?"

By this time, Ivankov had already left the palace. After confirming that he was safe, he once again used the Den Den Mushi to communicate with the dragon.

"Didn't you not stop me either?"

"We're friends, aren't we? I'll do my best to support your ideals and actions, and I won't think about anything else."

“Because it requires luck,” the dragon said slowly.

"What?" Ivankov asked, seemingly confused.

"I think it's impossible to accomplish anything without the help of luck, and even taking steady steps is almost hopeless, so I'm willing to take a gamble."

The more Dragon understood the World Government, the more he could feel its power.

Even I myself would sincerely believe that I am insignificant in the world government.

However, after witnessing the evils committed by the World Government, he still resolutely embarked on a path that went against his father's wishes.

He didn't know if he could succeed, or if his end would be destruction, but it didn't matter; it was better than doing nothing.

To succeed, you must seize every opportunity, even at great risk; otherwise, you will not achieve anything.

Fortunately, his luck wasn't too bad.

The navy, which believed that a normal development would lead to a bright future, tacitly approved of his actions.

In the future, she will become a neutral party who turns a blind eye and does not take devastating action against his organization.

She also stated frankly that she still needs them.

What is her purpose?

What are the plans and goals?

Even someone as experienced as a dragon couldn't fully guess these things.

However, she truly meant them no harm; otherwise, she would have taken much more drastic measures long ago.

However, what she said did point Long in the right direction, and he roughly knew what to do next.

"Ivankov, it seems we need to find a very secluded meeting point."

"Have you thought it through?"

"Not for now, but I think I can read more books recently."

"what……?"

……

He didn't harm himself.

Roman watched Ivankov leave, but he remained vigilant.

She activated her Observation Haki several times but didn't notice anything amiss.

It seems they really have left.

She was confident in her own domineering presence.

Revolution, revolution, it's all about taking your life.

Even with lofty aspirations, it cannot be denied that revolution itself is a bloody synonym.

But this time, they didn't actually try to kill him; instead, they left.

Perhaps he had some reservations, or perhaps he genuinely believed, but in any case, Long did make a rational choice.

Although it was somewhat unexpected that Dragon and Ivankov would "visit" him directly.

However, Roman was not entirely unprepared.

She had signal flares on her body, a symbol of the navy's assembly.

Once released, the navy that accompanied her to a depth of 10,000 meters will immediately head to the palace.

At that point, Ivankov will be in big trouble.

By not taking action, he saved his friend's life.

However, unlike his usual cautiousness, Dragon actually showed up. Although he only used a Den Den Mushi, his outline could still be roughly discerned.

However, this was still considered normal; in his view, Roman could not possibly know him.

Since it's a meeting without names or identities, it seems like there's no sincerity if they don't even show their faces.

But in this respect, he is very much like his son; even knowing there are risks, he is still willing to do them.

No, you should say his son does resemble him somewhat.

The problem is that their brains are far inferior.

If she had the chance to negotiate with Luffy in the future, she felt there was no need to make any plans or explain the pros and cons, or ask him to learn from history. She could just give him a ton of meat as a thank you gift, and he would probably think she was a great person.

If you think about it that way, it's very cost-effective.

It's true that people with simple minds are better.

“Bru bru…”

"Ah, Major General Flying Squirrel, are the conscription preparations complete?"

"Yes, it's all done. I don't know when you can come over."

"Now is fine."

"You can rest a bit more. After all, you were seriously ill before. Ah, I don't mean to belittle you, but if the burden is really heavy, I will definitely do my best to help. You can relax a little. My purpose in coming here was to assist you."

Accompanying Roman this time was a flying squirrel who supports Kuzan.

Roman's assessment of this major general was: "One of the few normal people."

He is serious and meticulous in his work, with the backbone of a soldier. He will do his best to complete his tasks and will fight desperately for his duty, but he will never kill anyone. He also has a gentle and kind side to his juniors and subordinates.

If we really want to look at soldiers with normal logic, then the flying squirrel is simply the perfect template, a model soldier.

Unfortunately, in the world of One Piece, personality doesn't matter much when it comes to strength.

Otherwise, how could Kuzan and Borsalino be generals?

They could have been sent to some unknown island to live a meaningless life long ago; even if they did, it would still be a testament to their strong connections.

However, reality is often unreasonable; as long as you have enough power, you can commit all sorts of evil deeds without any retribution.

This is the world of One Piece.

In today's world, under the control of world governments, tears are never believed.

"Please don't worry, I won't force myself. I'm really fine. Is there anything else?"

"Furthermore, the generals of the Warring States period hoped that we would return as soon as possible."

"What happened?"

"No, it's because the council of the Seven Warlords of the Sea is about to begin."