I only want to be a Shichibukai when I have Bengyu

"Colonel Smoker, is that okay?"

Sergeant Tatsuki, holding his beloved sword Sayo Shigure in his arms, sat uneasily in the makeshift sidecar of a three-wheeled motorcycle. He looked back at the rape blossoms in the port city that were left behind and could barely see them. In order to pursue Among the Straw Hats, Smoker left the rest of the group and took only Dusky with him.

"It's just the two of us..."

"Two people are enough. There is no point in having more people. I can solve the problem of the Straw Hats by myself. The real problem now is Prince Elus. If this big man stays in Alabasta and does not leave, he will not be able to solve the problem." We know what his plan is, even if we catch Straw Hat, there is no point."

Smoker was wearing goggles, holding a cigar in his mouth, and rode his beloved amphibious three-wheeled motorcycle "Bilunga" powered by smoke fruits at the highest speed in this desolate desert.

"Then, does it make sense for us... to catch up?"

"We have to try and find a way to negotiate with Prince Elus. Even if the possibility is slim, we can't just give up."

Dasqi hesitated to speak.

They are in quite a lot of trouble now!

If the Straw Hats can't be caught to make amends, the matter of the Colonel's absence from duty may not be easy to resolve.

"Don't think about irrelevant things. It's not your turn to worry about my affairs. If you have time to think about all those messy things, you might as well close your eyes and sleep."

Seemingly aware of his subordinate's unnecessary thoughts, Smoker scolded him coldly.

Dasqi shrank her neck, not daring to argue with the colonel. She closed her eyes weakly and hugged the beloved knife tightly in her arms. However, her mind did not really enter a resting state. She was still thinking about what to do if she caught him. How should the Straw Hats make up for their failure?

Being absent without permission is a very serious matter. If no one from above says anything, then the punishment will be severe. Otherwise, if the officers of the naval branches in various places follow suit, wouldn't it be chaos?

But if someone at the Navy Headquarters is willing to help cover it up, the matter can easily be settled by issuing a replacement transfer order. Unfortunately, the Colonel is not very popular in the Navy Headquarters. He only has a few friends, and none of them are big shots yet.

The only one we can count on is General Kuzan.

Dasqi sighed quietly in her heart. It would be great if the colonel could take the initiative to contact General Kuzan. General Kuzan admired the colonel very much when he was at the headquarters.

The three-wheeled motorcycle Bilonga made a powerful roar, galloping forward like an iron horse.

Coincidentally, Smoker didn't find out the whereabouts of the Straw Hats, but he found out that Prince Elvus had been stationed in Albana, the capital of the kingdom, for a long time. He speculated that the Straw Hats' destination was most likely Albana. So I also chose the shortest route from Rapeseed to Albana.

then,

After a short while,

"Colonel, there's a situation."

Dasqi, who had closed his eyes, saw the flames soaring into the sky from the slit in his eyes. The orange flowing fire floated in the air in an unnatural way. The temperature in the desert was already high, but he still felt it from the front. There was a distinct heat wave coming.

"I saw it! I didn't expect that besides Prince Elvus's men, there would be other monsters landing in Alabasta..." Smoker pushed up his goggles and looked at the monster that was struck by sword energy. The tearing flames, eyes full of solemnity.

Fire Fist - Portcas D. Ace, the captain of the second division of the Whitebeard Pirates. The information that this monster came to the paradise to hunt down Blackbeard has been spread among the navy a long time ago, even if Smoker as far away as Rogue Town has heard about it.

Before today, Smoker only heard about this matter as a joke. He didn't think he would be lucky enough to encounter the Fire Fist wandering around somewhere. He didn't expect...to meet him so easily.

"Maybe I can buy a lottery ticket soon?"

Smoker shook his head, getting rid of the unreliable thoughts, "Dasqi, be careful, let's go over and take a look."

Although he didn't know what happened before, it didn't stop him from investigating closely. If he could get the fire fist... forget it, self-knowledge told him that although they were both of the natural system, he was absolutely different now. He is no match for the captain of the second division of the Whitebeard Pirates, but this does not prevent him from getting close to collect some information.

If there is any discovery, it can also be used to stop the mouths of some people in the headquarters. Although he taught Dasqi not to worry blindly, in fact, he was also thinking about how to end the trouble left in Rogge Town.

Bilonga roared and charged forward.

Stopping at the top of the dune and not daring to go any further, the deadly sword energy passed half a meter in front of the three-wheeled motorcycle, directly cutting the dune apart.

If he ran any faster, his beloved motorcycle would be beheaded, and he might even suffer a loss... That sword just now contained the power of armed domineering, and the natural ability user was there If you don't dodge in front of a sword, you will definitely get no good results.

In front of the dunes,

Iska waved the long sword in her hand, and countless terrifying sword energy fell down. However, the sword energy that made Smoker stop could not hurt Fire Fist at all. Ace turned into flames and relied on his knowledge. Se Baqi can always avoid the sword attack one step ahead.

But similarly, his fire attack was blocked by Iska with her sword.

Unable to knock down their opponent with one blow, the two fell into a tug-of-war. Strictly speaking, Ace had the advantage. The hot and dry desert climate brought him a lot of convenience at home. At least he was a user with the ability to burn the Burning Fruit. I don't care about the hot weather at all.

on the contrary,

Iska who is not a person with abilities will be affected by the environment.

Even though you usually don't care much about such an impact, when you are in the current situation of fighting a strong enemy, it is another matter. It is like the last straw that breaks the camel's back. It will not be possible for a while. It failed, but the longer it took, the worse it would be for her.

Fortunately,

She is not alone.

Fran was not far behind her. She didn't have to worry about defeat. In other words, she wasn't afraid without Fran. She had been chasing Fire Fist for so long, and she knew exactly what kind of person Ace was. The final result was very good. Eighty-nine times it will end with zero deaths.

So, just try your best to hold Ace back before that happens.

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"whispering sound!"

Smoker clicked his tongue in extreme displeasure.

Former Lieutenant Commander Iska... She was also a well-known naval officer in Paradise. She had also heard of Smoker, the nickname of Nailer, especially what happened after the Shampoo Islands' recruitment of Fire Fist was rejected. Although a gag order was issued, the news had been widely spread within the navy.

The evil deeds of Lieutenant General Doro and the tragedy of Major Iska also caused quite a commotion in the Navy Headquarters... Of course, this is not the focus of his attention now.

What he cares about is that everyone was a major before, so why did Iska suddenly become so strong? If I remember correctly, she is much younger than him?

One or two, the little devils nowadays are growing up completely out of line with the rules. In their teens and twenties, they are all ridiculously strong. Black Prince is like this, Fire Fist is like this, and Iska has also become one of them. One member······

"It makes me look useless."

Smoker lit two cigars and started puffing away. His gloomy mood could be seen through at a glance.

"Colonel, what are we... going to do?"

Dasqi looked at the criss-crossing sword flames in front of him, instinctively tightened his grip on the handle of the knife, and asked timidly for instructions in a low voice.

"Contact the headquarters and convey the situation here... Then, just watch the excitement." Smoker said coldly, secretly making up his mind to practice domineering... It's time to put it forward Schedule.

"Is this okay?"

"That's enough, all we can do...is just watch."

As for the pursuit of the Straw Hat Kid... this matter can be postponed. The battlefield in front of us is too vast. The battle between Iska and Ace has spread to very far away places, and detours have become difficult. Said, it is easy to get lost in this desert.

Furthermore,

He didn't think it would be an accident to encounter such a scene here.

Maybe... the Straw Hat Boys are also related to the battle taking place here now?

Regardless of Smoker's rich psychological activities, after receiving the order, Dasqi dialed the number to contact the Navy Headquarters and truthfully conveyed the situation that happened in the Kingdom of Alabasta, and then... the information was quickly It was conveyed to the front of the Warring States Period.

That's two or three minutes,

The person on the other end of the phone call suddenly changed to another person.

"Senior Sergeant Dasqi, this is the Warring States Period."

A majestic voice came from the phone bug.

Dasqi was stunned for a few seconds before she came back to her senses. Without thinking, she hurriedly stood up from the sidecar of the motorcycle. Although she was thousands of miles away, she still lowered her head suddenly, "Marshal, here This is Dasqi, the sergeant of the Donghailuoge Town branch. If you have any orders, please give them!!"

"Senior Sergeant Daschi, don't be nervous. Colonel Smoker should be by your side, right? If possible, can Colonel Smoker come and talk to me?"

"Yes, I'll tell the colonel right now."

Dasqi, who was a little awkward when speaking nervously, held his breath and put the phone's microphone into Smoker's hand, and spoke quickly: "Colonel, this is the Marshal."

"······"

Smoker glared at his subordinates who were completely panicked, and said angrily: "What's wrong with the marshal? Look at your stupid look, why are you still standing like a wire pile? Why don't you sit down? Are you afraid of those two The monster can’t notice you, can it?”

"Oooh!"

Dasqi sat back obediently.

Smoker picked up the microphone and said, "Marshal, this is Colonel Smoker of the Donghailuoge Town branch." After that, he flicked his cigar.

"Smog, I don't have to argue with you about your unauthorized departure from Rogge Town, but you have to do something for me." Seng Guo, who was in the Admiral's Office at the Navy Headquarters, didn't say a word, and he came up with a firm tone. Dry stuff.

"What's the matter? Isn't it about arresting Fire Fist? I'm sorry, Marshal, I don't have that ability."

"Stop talking nonsense, try your best to keep an eye on Fire Fist."

"... Are you really going to attack... Fire Fist?" Smoker's expression instantly became serious. Marshal Warring States' tone didn't sound like he was joking. It was true. Are you ready to take action with the fire fist? This is not something to be laughed off.

"All you have to do is keep an eye on me, keep up with Fire Fist, and report Fire Fist's location at any time."

When Smoker heard the emphasized order, he immediately frowned. He didn't deny it, which could be said to be admission. Is the Navy Headquarters really going to take action against Fire Fist? But... why? He didn't believe that the Navy Headquarters didn't know what capturing Fire Fist meant. Could it be that the Navy Headquarters was making big moves?

Recalling that the elite generals from various branches of the Navy Headquarters went to the headquarters to participate in the training personally hosted by Instructor Zefa, he once muttered because he was not warned.

It seems that the Navy Headquarters is really preparing to do something big this time.

"I can only say that I will try my best. I can't guarantee whether I can really keep up. These damn young people are not something that a middle-aged uncle like me can deal with."

"... Smoker, are you complaining?"

"No, it's jealousy!"

Sengoku, who was sitting on the chair, laughed dumbly.

Not bad!

It seemed that it was right to put Smoker in Rogge to temper his temper. The proud white hunter before would not laugh at himself like this.

"I don't care if you are complaining or because you are jealous, just do what you should do, and you will naturally get the rewards you deserve."

"I said I would do my best."

"That's good."

The call was interrupted, and Telephone Bug lowered his head listlessly. The high temperature climate of the desert made Telephone Bug accustomed to a humid environment feel even more uncomfortable. However, Smoker didn't have much time to help Telephone Bug recuperate, so he could only hold on like this for the time being.

"Following Fire Fist... Damn it! You know there's no good in contacting the headquarters."

Smoker puffed out smoke, as if venting his depression.

at the same time,

Naval Headquarters, Marshal's Office.

"Hello, Gumir?"

"It's the marshal! What are your orders?"

"Emergency mission, Fire Fist - Portcas D. Ace appears in the Kingdom of Alabasta. Your base is closest to there. Lead the team and try to entangle Fire Fist and don't let him escape. I have asked Kuzan Let’s set off, we must hold on until Kuzan arrives.”

"Fire Fist? You're really going to give me a hard time with this kind of monster... Okay! I understand."

"Please, Gumir."

"Responsibility, really...can't this Fire Fist go to other sea areas? Alabasta is not easy to deal with now. Our navy's operations in Alabasta are not as convenient as before. And if I remember correctly, Ai Prince Ervus is still staying there, Marshal, this mission may not go smoothly."

"I know, but... this is already the best opportunity at present. There are really no opportunities in the New World. The Whitebeard Pirates are completely monolithic..."

As the commander of the Navy's G2 branch, Gumil's status is second only to the generals of the headquarters. He is on an equal footing with the so-called general candidates. Moreover, Gumil is different from Flying Squirrel. He is also a comrade-in-arms of Sengoku and Garp at the same time. The personal relationship is also very good. Gumir is aware of some of the Navy's recent actions against the Whitebeard Pirates.

Otherwise, Sengoku would not say these things casually.

"Whitebeard! That old man... I hope the operation goes well!"

Gumir didn't say anything more. The Holy Land had already made up its mind. It was useless to say anything at this time. All we could do was try our best to get things done.