e tortured himself in the North Sea, it seems like he was "carrying a grudge" and wanted to be beaten up by Dragol to vent his anger."Major Dragger, I'm not your opponent."Darren speaks honestly and f...Hmph!

Blood splattered into the air, spreading in patches.

The blazing fire only lasted for a moment before quickly dying out.

Embers flickered and peeled away from the broken blade, revealing mottled cracks.

Everyone on the schoolyard froze.

They stared blankly at the figure engulfed in dancing flames, a feeling they couldn't quite express welling up within them, as if tears were about to spill.

"Hahaha!! Well done!!"

Then, adding to the heat of the moment, he shouted passionately.

"Too handsome!! Too cool!!"

Ku Zuan's eyes widened with excitement.

Others couldn't help but clench their fists tightly and let out a sigh of relief.

"A very powerful blow."

Darren looked at the burning mountain in front of him, covered in blood, and smiled with satisfaction.

That searing hot blade was stuck fast between his iron-forged muscles, blood gushing out from the wound.

The blow that set the mountain ablaze was indeed stunning.

That kind of unstoppable, indomitable spirit was deeply ingrained in his sword, containing an unwavering resolve that refused to be broken.

It can be said without exaggeration that the level of this swordsmanship has surpassed even Gion after her special training and significant increase in skill.

If it were any other naval officer on the battlefield, they would have been severely injured under this fiery slash, with their internal organs pierced. Even if the best military doctors from headquarters were called immediately, chances are they wouldn't be able to save them.

Even with an unbreakable body of steel…

Darren frowned, clearly feeling his breath getting a little ragged.

...it also takes at least half an hour for a wound to scab over.

This is still because in recent times, especially after the fight with Bondi Waldo and Roger, his physique has been strengthened again.

If it were changed before...

Well, at least two hours.

Truly worthy of being the pillar of the future Navy Headquarters, a stalwart of justice...

Although I might be suspected of going easy on him, and there's also the part where I want to help Huo Shaoshan, who has a lovable personality despite his hot-tempered nature, learn swordsmanship.

But it has to be admitted that these admirals who held a place in the original plot did indeed have their strengths.

Huo Shao Shan looked at Darren's smile and froze for a moment. Then, he grinned, revealing his blood-stained teeth.

I have arrived before you.

He smiled very contentedly.

Chest out, full of pride.

"Indeed... very strong..."

He murmured softly, his heavy eyelids slowly closing.

Darren supported him.

Everyone immediately surrounded her and took out their Den Den Mushi to notify the military hospital.

Soon, the military medic stationed nearby rushed over and carried the man on fire onto a stretcher.

"His injuries..."

Ze Fa looked at the pale, unconscious Fire Burning Mountain with a face full of worry and asked the military doctor.

The military doctor examined him briefly and said slowly:

"It's not a major issue, just excessive blood loss and three bone fractures in his arm... We will be giving him a transfusion soon, he should be fine and won't have any aftereffects."

Everyone then let out a sigh of relief, and then as if realizing something, they all looked at Darren together.

This guy… held back.

Darren ignored their gaze, slowly turned around, narrowed his eyes at Cai Ji, and a wry smile curved his lips.

"You were really enthusiastic just now, Major. Adding me in"

Seeing the smile on Darren's face, Jiaji shivered and forced a laugh:

"That... isn't this to set the mood..."

Darren smiled without saying a word.

"Hee hee... Hee hee..."

With a wide grin plastered on his face, he took slow, backward steps.

Ze Fa glared at this incompetent fellow, then walked forward and said:

"Doctor, please check on Darren's injuries."

"No need, Master Ze Fa."

Darren shook his head.

"How is that unnecessary, you just got out of the hospital from serious injuries, you little rascal!"

Seeing Darren's nonchalant and indifferent expression, ZeFa's voice grew heavier.

"If there are any aftereffects, you'll know you regret it later—"

His voice suddenly stopped.

Under the sunglasses, eyes widened in disbelief, staring at the wound on Darren's chest.

The wound… has stopped, stopped bleeding

A twitch crossed Zefa's lips.

This was when he truly understood why Zhan Guo had looked so terrified when mentioning Darren.

Is this really human!

"Ze Fa Teacher!! Please start the next round quickly!! I can't wait any longer!!"

Kùzàn leaned in, bending his arm and flexing his biceps, his face full of anticipation.

Ze Fa slowly exhaled and nodded.

"Okay."

"The victor of this duel…"

He glanced at Darren.

"Darren!"

"The top four who entered the training camp are: Kuzan, Gajeel, Jirou, and Darren!"

"Before the quarterfinals clash, we must first settle the battle for fifth place!"

"The contender for the fifth spot is Ghost Spider and Fire Mountain... Considering Fire Mountain's severe injuries, he has lost his ability to continue competing... The winner of this match is..."

At this point, Zeff paused for a moment, just about to announce the victory of the ghost spider directly.

"Master Ze Fa, I admit defeat this time."

Ghisha suddenly spoke.

Zenfa paused, then looked seriously at the Ghost Spider and asked in a deep voice:

"Are you sure"

Haku, with his hand resting on the military saber at his waist, said impassively:

"Yes, that slash from the fire burning mountain just now... I couldn't take it."

"I am not his match."

"This fifth seat belongs to him."

Zefa gave him a deep look, a hint of relief in his eyes.

"Well then, this old man formally announces, Fire Mountain successfully secured the fifth place in the training camp!"

There was no disagreement with this outcome.

After all, the stunning sword strike he just used to burn down the mountain already showcased his qualifications to overwhelm everyone else.

Then, let's have the final draw.

Zefa once again took out the paper ball and placed it before Darren and his four companions.

Kūzān, eager to get started, went up first and took a card.

Darren and Gion also each picked up a card.

Kagehito stared at the last paper ball in Zepfa's hand, his face contorted with worry. Beads of sweat trickled down his forehead, and he looked like he had swallowed a fly.

He glanced at Darren.

Well, I'll be killed.

He glanced at Kuzan again.

Well, even if I didn't die, it would be about the same.

He cast one last glance at Gion.

To be alive is worse than to be dead.

"That... Zeff teacher, can I just admit defeat"

lowering his head and raising his hand, he stammered.

"No!" * 4

Zefa, Darren, Kusan, and Gion all said coldly at the same time.

Cut to the chase.

Including: ...

He trembled, picking up the last paper parcel and carefully unfurling it.

Number: 2

"It's a shame, 加計."

A voice laced with a mocking chuckle echoed behind him.

Upon seeing this, Jia Ji's face drained of all color and she stiffly turned away.

The naval commodore stood there, holding a crumpled piece of paper in his hand, gazing at him with a half-smile.

A number—2—was written plainly on the paper.

Just now you were yelling, saying "Drink me down, you bastard," right

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