One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 165: All Working Classes

Powerful military force is indeed the best weapon to deter enemies.

Whitebeard's fame had long resounded throughout the world, so his pirate flag was a symbol of the territory he occupied.

This effectively prevented large-scale wars caused by the lust for power.

However, it is easy to dodge a spear in the open, but difficult to guard against an arrow in the dark. You can defend against large invaders, but you cannot defend against human traffickers who are willing to smuggle people secretly.

Roman has already captured at least several.

More fishmen are auctioned off than mermaids.

Mermaids are gifted for speed, while fish-men are gifted for strength.

Humans have not yet mastered a good method to capture mermaids in the deep sea, so mermaids are rare items at auctions. However, there are many ways to deal with powerful fish-men.

After all, no matter how strong you are, there will always be times when you are alone.

Once the anesthetic is administered and a sack is put on, the assembly line auction process immediately begins.

Looking at the several human traffickers he had knocked unconscious, Roman knew it was time to claim credit.

They were tied up and placed directly in the square, with signs reading "Fishmongers" provided, along with vegetable leaves and rotten eggs.

To maximize the dramatic effect, Roman, like Otohime, delivered a speech.

"To be honest, those who engage in human trafficking are the worst of the worst among humans. Although they are my compatriots, I absolutely do not condone their actions. Such sins will inevitably lead them to hell sooner or later..."

The speech was full of passion and enthusiasm.

Even Otohime's eyes lit up when she heard this.

On the charm of public speaking.

Don't underestimate this; public speaking might really be a way for you to gain power.

Adolf gained a large following through his speeches in taverns.

In the politics of the Athenian city-state before Christ, those with strong oratory skills were more likely to become high-ranking officials.

A qualified speaker should know how to stir the emotions of the audience.

What you need to emphasize is not what everyone should do, because that's a subjective question. What you need to do is present the choices and let everyone choose.

We have to thank the Warring States period for this.

Watching Sengoku debate with the Confucian scholars while he was with Sengoku was a very enjoyable experience, but he was truly helpless against Garp.

……

"That's too cunning. I'm exhausted from looking after those kids every day. The officer is both a show-off and a fighter." Looking at Roman standing on the stage, enjoying all the glory, Gran couldn't help but complain.

Fortunately, the children were also very interested. Roman's speaking skills were quite good; in some ways, she was also a master at manipulating emotions, and the children were engrossed in her story.

In the end, even Grant listened to his advice.

Well, if I knew nothing about it, I probably would have been fooled.

She's even better at lying than those men.

"Big sister, that sister is so cool! Are all human women this cool?"

Kids are easy to coax, to exaggerate a bit. Just agree with whatever they say unless there's a major problem.

Remembering Roman's words, Gran nodded repeatedly: "Yes, if you can go ashore in the future, you can see more humans."

At the same time, Lavin, who was still sweeping the "main road", couldn't hold back anymore and threw the broom on the ground for the third time.

Ah, I'm so sleepy. Why do I have to do this? Not only is it a waste of my energy, but I don't even get any money. Although the officer said it was for training, Raven felt that she just wanted them to do things they didn't like.

However, considering Roman's threat, Raven held back.

However, this time a murloc actually came to greet him.

"You've worked so hard. This is a dessert made at home. Please have some if you don't mind." A mermaid swam over with a plate.

"You're too kind, just give me the money directly... I mean, thank you so much, then I won't stand on ceremony."

If the other party thanks you, you should never say, "Just give me money." Instead, accept their kindness and work even harder.

This was Roman's repeated advice to LaVine.

It's so hard to be a moral role model.

Patch was struggling with a pile of wooden planks.

Because he was obligated to build houses for the people.

Pirates once wreaked havoc, destroying a large number of ordinary people's fixed assets, so Patch took charge of the repair work.

I know you're not a very moral person, and you're even less likely to say anything nice. Just pretend you're mute there. If you want to speak, just vent by saying "ah-ba-ah-ba".

These are Roman's original words.

"Thank you so much, young man." A fishman uncle patted Patch on the shoulder. "Our work has become much easier since you joined us."

"Ah-ba ah-ba." Exhausted and drenched in sweat, Patch wanted to curse, but dared not completely disobey Roman, so he shouted several sentences to vent his frustration.

"I'm so sorry, I forgot you're mute. Today, I'll treat you to a big meal. It seems there are some very gentle people among humans." The fish-man uncle said gently again.

A regiment of soldiers guarding the frontier of Fishman Island.

“It’s a distilled spirit made from sugarcane molasses, probably rum,” Sly concluded after smelling the water stains on the ground.

“Someone has probably logged in. Be careful. You know, almost everyone who logs into Fishman Island is a pirate. It’s very dangerous. They might have already sneaked in. If you see someone who is wrapped up tightly and smells strongly of alcohol, I suggest you do a thorough check,” Sly said with great “enthusiasm.”

Be enthusiastic. Share whatever clues you find. There's no need to fight for power or take credit now. Remember, I'll definitely promote you after I get promoted. Just follow me.

This was the tenth time Roman's words had entered Sly's mind, and it had become a source of motivation for him.

Sly, who likes to be the leader, is the most resourceful person and also the easiest to communicate with in Roman's small team.

During his time with Roman, he had come to deeply understand the principle of "it's good to have a strong backer." Although he was a man who liked to "overthrow his superiors," he knew that in the face of an absolute difference in strength, obedience was the only way out.

Besides, Roman is a pretty decent officer.

"Is your nose that sensitive? I couldn't smell anything." The merman soldier next to him looked at the water stains in disbelief.

Of course, the nickname "wild dog" wasn't given lightly.

Especially since Slay drinks alcohol almost every day, he is confident in his knowledge of different types of alcohol.

"You don't have to believe me, I'll find out for myself, only the facts speak for themselves."

Just as Sly was about to leave, a soldier finally spoke up: "It must be too tiring for you to go alone. Let us go with you. You've been working very hard these past few days."

"Yes, this is our job."

"Let's go together. We've already seen your abilities these past few days."

Sly was somewhat surprised to see that the merfolk soldiers' attitude had improved considerably.

I don't know if this is the effect the officer wants.