One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 450 You are Kuina

That's terrifying.

This was Kizaru's first reaction upon seeing Roman again.

For some reason, Roman seemed to have undergone a complete transformation in his eyes.

It's like a complete transformation.

And it feels much more oppressive than before.

Kizaru felt that Roman seemed to have entered a new realm at this moment.

Roman is a terrifyingly talented monster.

Kizaru has always acknowledged this.

However, it seems that her monstrous talent has not yet been fully developed.

It's hard to believe that she's now returning from the peaceful East Sea, rather than from the fiercely contested battlefields of the New World.

Such a big difference must mean something happened.

"I don't know why, but you look very serious. Is there something wrong with me?"

Just as Kizaru realized that Roman was probably "not what he used to be," Roman also realized that Kizaru had realized it too.

Sure enough, for experts of this caliber, their senses are also extremely sharp.

He must have realized that he was different from before.

"Well, it seems you've had quite a haul in the East China Sea."

"Ah, it's just a small breakthrough. After all, I had it much easier in the East China Sea."

A small breakthrough?

Kizaru didn't believe that.

However, he couldn't ask any more questions.

This is just Roman's personal matter.

Kizaru was somewhat relieved that she was able to return so quickly.

Despite being from different factions, Kizaru still held Roman in high regard.

"Well, should I say welcome back?"

"I always felt that your subtext was that someone else could share the workload."

"How terrifying, you're still so perceptive. But I can't help it, you're more reliable than Kuzan." Kizaru raised his hands.

That's right.

The entire Naval Headquarters is currently extremely busy.

Almost all available combat forces have been transferred back to headquarters.

Outstanding talents within the branch are also being reported up the chain of command.

The conscription campaign is also in full swing.

The couple operating in the shadows are also making moves.

After all, something has happened that has caused panic among world governments.

The revolutionary army was mobilized.

Even more critically, the blueprints for Hades' design have likely fallen into the hands of the Revolutionary Army.

In terms of deterrence...

The deterrent power of the three world-destroying weapons is second only to Joy Boy.

Now that it has fallen into enemy hands, the World Government is deeply worried.

When any regime faces challenges and extreme insecurity, expanding its military, increasing military spending, rolling up its sleeves, and flexing its muscles are routine operations.

World governments are no exception.

Therefore, global conscription has resumed.

"The last time the World Military Draft was held was when they burned Mary Geoise, and this time it's their fault again. The World Government must be having a real headache."

"Well, I don't know what they're thinking, but I already have a headache enough." Kizaru just sighed helplessly.

The World Military Draft is a massive recruitment campaign.

But this also means that it is a huge project.

With so many personnel changes happening, headquarters naturally couldn't stand idly by.

This enormous workload cannot be accomplished by one person alone.

Well, unfortunately, Kizaru bore the brunt of it.

The reason is quite simple.

Regarding the Revolutionary Army, the World Government is still causing trouble for Sengoku.

Akainu already has enough work to do.

Aokiji?

You should be grateful if he can maintain his attendance rate every month.

Therefore, a lot of the work fell to Kizaru.

So when he heard that Roman was coming back, he was even more eager than Aokiji and came straight over.

However, Roman acted as if he hadn't heard Kizaru's complaints and continued to say to himself, "The Revolutionary Army seems to be getting stronger and stronger, and their influence on the World Government is growing. It's really hard to say what will happen in the future. What do you think, Admiral Kizaru?"

This kind of question?

"Well, no matter how powerful it is, it can't defeat the World Government. Even if it looks impressive now, it will eventually disappear."

"Is that so? I think anything is possible. In the countless futures, perhaps they will be the ultimate victors."

Ok?

No way, you dare say something like that?

Kizaru glanced at Roman with surprise.

Where is this place?

It is Marineford, the headquarters of the Navy.

It was not a revolutionary base area.

It wasn't a debate forum for free citizens either.

Moreover, Roman said these words to him, a naval admiral.

“I was just saying maybe. After all, nothing can withstand the passage of time. Why are you so surprised? Compared to Mr. Karp, I have already been very restrained.”

Roman could only shrug helplessly.

Gee tut.

Is this confidence stemming from increased strength?

Kizaru didn't take Roman's somewhat outrageous words and actions to heart.

Anyway, he couldn't be bothered to argue.

He is not a fanatical supporter of any world government or regime.

It's understandable that Roman, who had just returned, harbored considerable resentment towards the World Government.

And she certainly has enough value to justify such audacity.

That's enough for now, at least.

"Excuse me, are you Lieutenant General Black Dragon?"

Ok?

A slightly immature figure suddenly appeared.

This caused Roman and Kizaru to both look forward.

She was a young girl...

And her appearance...

Tashigi?

Suddenly she saw something that made her pupils dilate.

"You are... Kuina!!!"