!Bang!!One arm blocked the attack.Darren seized the opportunity to break free from Dragg's confinement. The moment his body hit the ground, he sprang back up like a tiger once more.His fists struck wi..."Darren!!!"

Gion glared furiously at the newly appointed North Sea Fleet Commander before her, who was nonchalantly dangling his legs and flashing a flirtatious gaze. She almost ground her silver teeth to dust, her towering chest heaving with rage.

Before coming to Beihai, although she had more or less heard all sorts of rumors about this man.

And she had already made some psychological preparations in advance.

She racked her brains, but couldn't imagine how a sailor who was supposed to be "righteous" could fall so low!

That kind of vulgar, obscene, and sleazy thing, coming out of Darren's mouth actually became "caring for the people" and "military-civilian cooperation"!

Gion could hardly bear to look at these two words, which should have been beautiful and harmonious.

"What do you think about justice! Can you live with yourself after doing this Does discipline mean nothing to you!"

She angrily unleashed a three-combo attack with one button.

"What you're doing will not only damage your own reputation, but also bring shame upon the entire Navy!"

As if to corroborate her point, she turned her head to confirm with Jiaji:

"Am I right, Cai"

"...I really didn't expect this, to care for the people so much, it's a genius... Ah, Gion, you're right!"

Gaji, who was still muttering to himself in a daze, suddenly jolted awake. His wavering eyes instantly became "impeccably serious" as he slammed his fist on the table and glared at Darren:

"No, Darren, this is a disgrace to the Navy!"

Darren looked at him with a half-smile.

"So you don't want to join Captain Major"

"Of course, I want to... ah, no, I mean, of course, I care about the people!"

Jia ji hardened his neck and his face flushed red.

Darren smiled, a plume of smoke like a dragon escaping his mouth, his gaze falling once more on Gion's animated and vibrant face. He spoke slowly:

"This kind of thing is mutually agreeable, Lady Margaret is happy, and I am happy, it's a win-win situation."

Mutual benefit Don't be ridiculous!

The Gion District simply couldn't accept this kind of "sophistry," gritting her teeth and saying:

"The governor of the Kayadis Kingdom certainly wouldn't be happy! What kind of political repercussions would this cause if he found out!"

"—Who said Lord Governor Tyrell wouldn't be pleased" Darren suddenly smiled.

Gion was stunned for a moment, then as if she had realized something, stood there dumbfounded.

Jiājì was also Zhang, who opened his mouth and stared blankly.

A thought, too incredible to believe, crossed their minds simultaneously...

Could it be... Could it be...

Darnell tapped his cigarette ash lightly and then said:

Besides, this isn't really a big deal. I'm not trying to hide anything. Since you know, the headquarters will know too…

"But why has no one ever impeached me from that department Not even a Warring States General has ever held me accountable Have you ever wondered about this"

He slowly rose to his feet, his broad hands resting on the conference table, his body leaning forward slightly, exuding a strong sense of aggression.

A faint but powerful domineering aura, a cold and aloof gaze emanated from his body gradually.

Looking at Darren's gradually receding smile, for some reason both Jiyuan and Jiaji felt a sudden chill in their hearts.

Darren looked down at the two "second-generation" members from headquarters before him, and said lightly:

Because I can do things.

"You say I've tarnished the image of the Marines Well, then tell me, you who hail from headquarters, the Marine officers under Sengoku, are their images any better"

Upon hearing this, both Gion and Kaketsu were speechless.

They remembered Rear Admiral Kapu, who was known for picking his nose and sleeping in.

Remembered the "Taishenbei" general from the Warring States period who talked to goats, mumbling incoherently.

I also thought of the two "monsters" Sakaski and Borsalino among the younger generation.

A ruthless pirate hunter who uses the most cruel methods imaginable. He is willing to harm innocents in order to complete his mission;

...who is always gloomy and says "How scary!" at everything they see...

Thinking about it this way, they suddenly realized that the image of the Navy...wasn't very good either.

No, no!

Gion suddenly reacted, realizing she couldn't just let this guy get past her.

But before she could speak, Darren simply waved his hand to cut her off.

"That's all for now, you two. My training time is up. If you're interested, come with me, I'll be waiting for you at the training ground."

"If either of you have any opinions about the way I do things, I'd be happy to spar with you two elite members from headquarters."

He snuffed out his cigar, then tossed a fresh box to Jackie, and strode out of the Base Commander's office.

As Darren stepped out of his office door, his feet hesitated.

"Oh, and there's one more thing I wanted to say."

He turned his head and gave a knowing smile:

Although I smoke, drink, am greedy for money and sex, like to kill, and have an extreme desire for power, I believe I am a good sailor.

"Compared to those virtuous but idle and talentless wastrels, I am far superior."

He beckoned with a smile plastered on his face.

After finishing, he walked out of the office, and the door slowly closed.

Gion and Katsumoto sat there, dumbstruck. After a long while, Gion suddenly came to her senses.

"That jerk! I don't believe such a twisted argument!"

She gritted her teeth, pulled out a military phone worm, and dialed headquarters.

"Gion, what is this..."

While he hid the box of cigars, he asked curiously.

"I want to feedback Darren's issue to headquarters!"

Geisha's eyes were fixed intently on the "Brum Brum" phone bug that was buzzing nonstop.

The phone worm communication connected quickly.

"Blue!"

"Hahaha, Xiaogiyuan, have you arrived in Beihai How is the environment there"

A hearty laugh echoed, and the phone bug vividly imitated Admiral Sengoku of the Marines, complete with his seagull hat and round black-rimmed glasses.

"Report to the Warring States Generals, I have arrived at Branch 321."

Gion's eyes sank, and she spoke in a low voice:

"But in the course of performing my review duties, I discovered Colonel Darren's personal conduct to be extremely serious and detrimental to the image of the Navy, potentially even causing political controversy!"

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"During the course of performing my review duties, I discovered that Colonel Darren's personal conduct exhibited extremely serious issues, to the point where it could damage the image of the Navy and even lead to political controversy!"

The voice from Gion was laced with anger.

"Oh"

Voices of doubt from the Warring States period echoed through the Den Den Mushi:

"What problem In my memory, Darren was quite capable..."

'Quite capable...'

I don't know if it was Darren's "caring for the people" that got to me, but every time I hear this phrase from Gion, I feel a little uneasy.

She opened her mouth, her face gradually reddening, stammering:

"He... he... he..."

This matter was too shameful for her to even speak of.

Beside him, he snatched the telephone worm directly, and angrily said:

He actually slept with the governor's wife of Yadiss Kingdom!!

The Warring States Period:...

On the other end of the telephone worm.

Marine Headquarters, Sengoku's Office.

Zhan Guo was staring at the phone bug with a head full of black lines, watching Jia Ji who was "righteous indignation" on the other end, angrily scolding:

"Warring States General, I strongly suggest that we fire and investigate this scoundrel, Darren!!"

"She's the governor-general's wife!! She's still beautiful and elegant!"

Zhan Guo heard this and his head went black with anger.

No, if we're going to investigate and possibly dismiss someone, then that's what we should do. We can discuss the details of how to handle it later.

Why do you keep bringing up Lady Margaret's appearance

"Well, I see."

The Warring States Period mumbled.

Upon hearing the reply from the warlord of the Sengoku period, both Gion and Kageki were dumbfounded.

What the heck is "hmm"

Is that it!

"General of the Warring States Era… Your attitude…"

Some people in Gion are unhappy.

The Warring States period scratched its head and said:

"Gion, there are things you don't know. Darren the boy indeed has many problems, this much both old man and your Crane sister know very well."

"You've mentioned this issue... it's actually not the first time."

"Your sister Crane's side, the Navy Administration and Review departments, about Darren's complaints and whistleblowing letters, have already piled up mountains."

"Similar things, to the best of my knowledge, there are probably a few hundred at least."

This sentence made him stare blankly, his body trembling.

Not a thousand, but a few hundred!

That is to say...like Margaret, those exceptionally refined noble ladies and misses, Darren that bastard actually "cared" for hundreds of them

Let me know if you have any other text you'd like me to translate!

"Civil-military cooperation" hundreds of times!

It's really...such a beast!!

He took a few hard drags of his cigarette.

"Gion is even more unbelievable,"

"Then why was he still promoted to be the Admiral of Beihai If he continues to cause such chaos, the entire Beihai will be ruined by him."

When the Warring States heard this, he sighed inwardly. He thought that Ji Yuan was still too young and inexperienced. It seemed necessary for her to go to Behai and broaden her horizons this time.

"Gion, is there a fax machine next to you"

Gion glanced around and found a fax machine in the corner of the office.

"Yes."

I'm sending you a document. Please review it and destroy it promptly after you're done.

Soon, with the sound of a fax machine whirring, "da-da-da," a military document appeared before both Gion and Kaji.

"This is Darren's self-evaluation report submitted to headquarters when he applied for the promotion of 'North Sea Admiral'. It details his experiences over the past two years as commander of Branch 321."

Gion and Kage glanced at each other, then opened the report. They quickly flipped through it.

The more they looked, the wider their eyes became, and their faces were filled with astonishment.

"Now do you understand"

The sound of the Warring States period held a hint of intriguing mystery.

"The North Sea is very chaotic, it's the most chaotic sea area among the four seas."

This maritime region has a deep-rooted history with the Mafia, with high crime rates. Many smuggling and black market trade routes that run through the Grand Line have important bases and outposts here.

Among the various nations of the North Sea, wars are constantly raging. Moreover, the Jera 66, led by an "evil army," always seeks to dominate the North Sea and restore the former glory of the Germa Kingdom.

But look carefully at this job description...

During Darren's tenure, crime rates and the number of pirates in the entire North Sea were effectively controlled. Gang warfare ceased, and kingdoms enjoyed a period of peace. The standard of living for all citizens improved significantly.

"This is the most stable period in the history of the 'Turbulent North Sea'."

Gion was taken aback, instinctively countering:

"Ace is a formidable warlord... We have our own geniuses here, Vice-Admiral Polusalino and Vice-Admiral Sakaski... weren't they both stationed in the North Sea as well"

"Could it be that Darren's governance is better than theirs"

She couldn't quite believe it.

Polusalino and Sakaski are monsters from headquarters, already recognized as "future Admirals of the Marines."

Hearing what Jiyuan said, Wargon's mouth twitched, his expression becoming even more dejected. He sighed:

"Gion... you still don't understand those two."

During Borusalino's time stationed in the North Sea, he would rarely do anything unless ordered directly by headquarters. As piracy became increasingly rampant, headquarters could no longer tolerate this situation and ultimately decided to transfer him elsewhere.

"And what about Major Nakasakki" The woman was surprised, then asked again, not believing it.

Zhan Guo sighed again:

"Sakaski... do you think there's a reason he was transferred out of the North Sea"

"That boy, disregarding the political sensitivity between kingdoms and the safety of civilians, carried out a ruthless crackdown on all pirates that appeared. This resulted in extremely severe damage to many towns and countries..."

"In the end, all the countries of Beihai were “suffering from it,” and over 10 member states expressed dissatisfaction with him, jointly pressuring the headquarters. Only then was he reluctantly transferred away from Beihai."

Gion: ...

Including: ...

Zhan Guo pinched his forehead and said with a headache:

All in all, because of the special situation in the North Sea, only Darren can balance things well.

"Unlike you two, who grew up in Marin Vando's comfort, Darren is a true northerner. He rose from the ranks as a lowly recruit to his current position, which certainly speaks volumes about him."

He was a decorated war hero with outstanding abilities. He acted decisively and efficiently, yet with tact and diplomacy. In the north sea region, he could navigate both the legal and illegal worlds with ease.

And do you know that

About this promotion to the position of North Sea Fleet Admiral, both Sakaski and Polusalino expressed their support.

Darren earned the recognition of those two. … That alone proved his ability and skill.

Speaking up to this point, the Warring States' tone became heavy with earnest advice, like an elder instructing their juniors.

"The two of you, especially Gion, have been raised in the headquarters since childhood. Your understanding of justice and the Navy is limited to a very superficial level."

"Actually, this time I and Xiaohe sent you to the North Sea, also hoping that you can broaden your horizons and learn a lot."

"Darren, that boy, is both cunning and intelligent. Staying by his side, you'll learn far more than you would back at headquarters."

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Please read on, please like everything, thank you so much.illiant future this young man named Darren could haveZe Fa couldn't even imagine, it felt as if a mountain of gold had hit him.But it can be certain that Darren will definitely not be inferior to Saki...