Farming in Pirate World

Li Ming suddenly felt flattered.

The person in front of him was the former navy admiral and later the navy's chief instructor.

It is no exaggeration to say that in the entire navy headquarters, more than half of the navy have a strong affinity with Zefa.

Including the current three generals of the navy, as the highest combat power of the navy, they were all former students of Zefa.

It can be said that Zefa should account for less than half of the credit for the Navy to develop into what it is today and become the most powerful factoring institution that controls the sea.

Even Li Ming felt inexplicably flattered to be remembered by such a legendary figure.

Sure enough, the impact of the Sand Crocodile incident was too great.

"Of course, since the implementation of the Shichibukai system, you are the first person to kill the Shichibukai so far."

In fact, let alone killing the Shichibukai, the Shichibukai system continues to this day, and the only person who can defeat the Shichibukai is Li Ming.

As the king of the Shichibukai, the first requirement is to have combat power that can suppress an area of ​​​​the sea. If this condition is not available, then the Shichibukai system has long become a joke.

Li Ming scratched his head in embarrassment and looked at the battleship Zefa drove back. The members of the "Pirate Guerrilla" also disembarked one after another, observing Li Ming from a distance.

"Is this the one who defeated the Shichibukai? He doesn't look very good either."

"I heard that he is a businessman. He may have hired some famous bounty hunters."

The soldiers of the "Pirate Guerrilla" were very interested in Li Ming. Seeing Li Ming chatting and laughing with his parents, they couldn't help but talk about it.

"Indeed, being able to defeat the Sand Crocodile was purely a coincidence. We only managed to defeat the Sand Crocodile after we figured out the weakness of the Sand Crocodile's inability to touch water."

Li Ming pretended to be modest.

Anyway, when he defeated the Sand Crocodile, there was no image data left. The only description was just word of mouth. Li Ming said whatever he said was what he said.

Moreover, the dignified Shichibukai was actually so hopeless. He was first controlled by himself using "magic" and then subdued by Bartolomeo's two punches.

No matter where this rumor spreads, it will be considered to be exaggerated and cannot be believed.

On the contrary, it is not as easy to accept as Li Ming's current statement.

"You're quite honest."

Zefa laughed and patted Li Ming's shoulder with his left hand.

"My body and bones are a bit weak, but fortunately I'm not old. If I train him properly, I might still have a chance."

"How about it, are you interested in joining the navy?"

Zefa casually pinched Li Ming's body and roughly figured out Li Ming's combat power level. It was a little stronger than the ordinary navy, and could barely reach the level of a junior officer.

If calculated in terms of Dao power, it is probably only about thirty to forty.

Considering that Li Ming is in his early 20s and has just graduated from college, in this world, his Tao power can reach the level of thirty to forty, which is already considered good.

This made Zefa a little happy.

The most important thing is that the act of killing the sand crocodile made Zefa full of affection for Li Ming, and he could also feel the "justice" in Li Ming's heart.

This is the most valuable thing.

You know, Zefa is also one of the top naval officials who has long insisted on the abolition of the Shichibukai system.

He really wanted to invite Li Ming to join the navy. If Li Ming was willing, he could even consider joining his "Pirate Guerrilla Force" directly.

"You'd better stop joking. I'm not a navy material."

Li Ming laughed, shook his head quickly, waved his hand and refused:

"I'm just a businessman, and I have many employees who have to rely on me to support me. It's impossible for me to become a navy."

"forget it."

Li Ming knew very well how many kilograms he had.

With his current physical strength, for the crisis-ridden world of pirates, it is only at the level of "strengthening the body". At most, he can persevere during the long journey and will not be weak and violent due to physical reasons in the middle. Just kill.

Right now, it has been system strengthened.

"Since you have justice in your heart, you should become a glorious naval soldier and carry out your own justice!"

"Being a businessman...is really..."

Zefa didn't seem to expect that Li Ming would reject him so directly. For a moment, he couldn't find any suitable words to describe it, so he could only sigh in disappointment.

Looking at Li Mingshi's eyes again, there was an inexplicable hint of hatred that iron cannot be transformed into steel. It seemed that becoming a businessman was a sign of Li Ming's self-degradation.

"Actually, there's nothing wrong with being a businessman. You just do your best for the common people."

Zefa couldn't deny Li Ming's words, but judging from the subtle expression on his face, it was clear that Zefa was quite disdainful of the businessman.

But Zefa did not choose to continue on this topic, and instead began to reprimand his soldiers.

"What are you talking about! Is the mission over?"

"Hurry up and send the captured pirates to custody!"

"Yes!"

The members of the "Pirate Guerrilla Force" suddenly shuddered. Unexpectedly, Commander Zefa would suddenly turn his finger on them. They quickly agreed and then dispersed, escorting the pirates captured this time to the navy headquarters. among.

Li Ming glanced at the crowd. These soldiers who were directly under Zefa were several levels better than the ordinary navy in terms of discipline and daily mental outlook.

It's not on the same level at all.

It has to be said that Zefa has been a chief instructor for so many years, and he is still very capable.

"Hey, that person is..."

Suddenly, Li Ming said "Hey" and saw a tall navy man in the crowd. His heart moved and he immediately asked:

"Mr. Zefa, is that your student too?"

Zefa looked in the direction of Li Ming's finger and saw who Li Ming was pointing to at a glance.

"Oh, he used to be my student, but now he has become a mature naval soldier."

There was pride in Zefa's eyes, that was one of the students he was proud of.

However, what Li Ming cares about is not this, but other things.

"That soldier must be the legendary lush fruit power user."

"How did you know?!"

Zefa frowned, a little dissatisfied with Li Mingdao's ability to defeat his navy.

"Have you collected information about us?"

Although information about the strongest men in the navy was not an important secret, Binz was not very famous, and information about his Devil Fruit abilities was not widely circulated.

When they first met, Li Ming revealed Binzi's fruit ability in one word, which was obviously abnormal.

Zefa, who had been attacked by pirates, kept the information of the "Pirate Guerrilla Group" he was directly under extremely confidential. How did he know so clearly?

"Have you collected information about us in private?"

Zefa frowned, and the good impression he had on meeting Li Ming for the first time was completely wiped out.

It is taboo to collect information about the active navy in private.

"No, no, no, you misunderstood."

Li Ming, who knew there was a misunderstanding, quickly explained:

"I didn't collect information about you, but I specifically collected information about you."

"Reintroducing me, I am the president of the Liming Chamber of Commerce, and the core business of the Liming Chamber of Commerce is the production and sale of agricultural products."

"So, I've been admiring the power of lush fruits for a long time."

Li Ming's words were [-]% true and [-]% false. After hearing this, Zefa finally realized.

"Do you want the ability to grow fruit?"

"I do have such an idea, but since the lush fruit has been eaten, there is nothing we can do."

This, Li Ming told the truth.

It can be said that he has coveted the ability of lush fruits for a long time.

The ability of Lush Fruit is to control nearby plants and accelerate the growth of plants through the dance of its body.

This is just a very simple ability, the ability to control plants. Its weaknesses are fire and slashing. If it is simply used for fighting, the ability of this fruit is actually very useless.

A strong person is not afraid of plants at all, and when dealing with a weak person, with his strength, he does not need plants at all to defeat him.

Moreover, if you want to control plants, you must keep your body dancing. For a person with a strong body, it may even affect his normal fighting.

If the ability of this fruit is only used in combat, it can be said to be quite useless.

But for Li Ming, this fruit is simply a god-like power!

The Liming Chamber of Commerce relied on agriculture to make its fortune. Although the commercial part has extended to various areas of daily life, the core of the development of the Liming Chamber of Commerce is still the grain industry.

This is the most profitable and most unshakable core industry under the Liming Chamber of Commerce.

If you have the ability to flourish fruits and shorten the growth cycle of crops, and with the blessing of cooperation, the crop yield in Li Ming's territory will definitely double.

Even if the power of the lush fruit is a little weaker than he thought, Li Ming can choose to use the power of the lush fruit in the rare medicinal materials park on Dongdao.

In short, no matter how you use it, the value of the lush fruits is immeasurable to Li Ming.

Thinking of this, Li Ming no longer hesitated, took out his own phone bug, and left his phone number for Zefa.

After all, Binzi was Zefa's soldier. No matter how much he coveted the lush fruits, Li Ming could not communicate directly with Binzi beyond Zefa.

This is against the rules.

"Mr. Zefa, maybe you have some misunderstandings about the profession of businessman, but I can understand them."

"However, businessmen are not what you think. The existence of businessmen must have its value."

"Moreover, the Dawn Chamber of Commerce also has an adventure group composed of elites who are traveling and exploring around the sea, striving to explore more value in this world for mankind."

"In the future, no matter what questions you have or what happens, you can come to me in the Royal City of Alabasta. The Dawn Chamber of Commerce will still be happy to have friendly cooperation with you."

With that said, Li Ming took out a business card from his arms and handed it to Zefa with both hands.

Zefa took the business card doubtfully, hesitated for a moment, and held the card in his palm.

Li Ming had already said this, and Zefa was too embarrassed to refuse him.

Of course, just because you accept the business card, it doesn’t mean that you will definitely cooperate in the future.

Zefa has confidence in his "Pirate Guerrilla Team" and has the Navy Headquarters to rely on, so he doesn't even bother to cooperate with small businessmen like Li Ming.

"Thank you so much."

Li Ming was secretly happy, and Zefa accepted the business card. This was the best result for him.

Zefa, an old man, is now over 70 years old, and it is difficult to reverse his prejudice against "businessmen" for a while.

Li Ming has done his best.

"So, can I talk to Binz for a minute?"

"Go ahead."

Since Li Ming shamelessly took the initiative to speak, Zefa had no reason to refuse, otherwise it would appear that he was too stingy.

Li Ming was so excited that he quickly took out a business card from his arms and chased in the direction of Binz.

Simply, Binzi and his companions walked together. Before they could get far, Li Ming called his name twice and he stopped.

Zefa looked thoughtfully at Li Ming, his proud disciple who was still chatting with Li Ming, and then looked at the business card in his hand. He wanted to crush it into pieces, but after thinking about it, he stopped like a ghost. After holding on to his strength, he collected the business card.

"Just in case you need it."

On the other side, in order to avoid suspicion, Li Ming did not chat with Binzi for long. He just explained his purpose to Binzi clearly, and then told Binzi the true value of the lush fruit in a serious and sincere way. No matter what Li Ming said, Binzi would go to hell. They are all unmoved.

The relationship between Binz and Zefa is just like Will and Li Ming himself. Even if Zefa betrays the navy in the future and establishes the "neo navy" by himself, Binz will resolutely decide to follow.

At this time, how could he turn against Li Ming just because of a few words?

As for the possible value of lush fruits to agricultural products, what does this have to do with Binz?

Binz is a Devil Fruit user and the master of this ability. How to use his ability is Binz's own business and Li Ming has no right to interfere.

In the end, Li Ming sighed and returned disappointed.

Binz's rejection was within Li Ming's expectation. He was a little disappointed, but not too serious.

Otherwise, Li Ming even thought about asking Akainu to burn the boiler, Aokiji to make the refrigerator, and Kizaru to make the vegetable greenhouse to help the plants perform photosynthesis.

These are all great ways to increase productivity!Unfortunately, the possibility of putting it into practice is too small. It is better not to daydream like this.

"Li Ming, didn't I tell you not to run around?"

Just after being rejected by Binz, Li Ming found that Bai Lian had returned to the place where Li Ming originally stood.

Zefa did not wait for Li Ming, but left when Li Ming went to find Binz.

Bai Lian looked at Li Ming, who had arrived late, and asked reproachfully:

"This is not Judiciary Island, it is the territory of the Navy Headquarters. It is best not to run around."

"However, there shouldn't be any trouble. Let's leave as soon as possible."

With that said, Bai Lian gestured to Li Ming with the paperwork in his hand, indicating that the application for calling the speedboat had been approved.

"Is there any conflict between your CP and the navy?"

Li Ming was a little confused. Judging from Bai Lian's tone, he didn't seem to want to stay at the Navy Headquarters, but was eager to leave here.

"There's no conflict, just a little uncomfortable."

Bai Lian said casually, then drove the speedboat he had just applied for and took Li Ming away quickly.