One Piece: Adopting Akainu at the beginning, adopted son Barrett

Chapter 105 Firm
Half an hour had passed when they returned to the residential area. Long was a little absent-minded along the way. He didn't even care when he accidentally fell, as if he didn't know what pain was.

It was not until he arrived at the agreed location with Borsalino and looked at his companions sitting idly on a chair on the street that he slowly asked:
"Borsalino, did you get anything over there?"

Long could only pray that Borsalino could get some useful information from Defar, such as whether his daughter Defer had lived with Iger before or something.

Or whether Defeil behaved in a strange way during the time he was with Iger.

Anything is fine, as long as there are some clues and information.

But unfortunately, Borsalino's words disappointed the dragon:

"I'm sorry, Long. Mr. Defar closed the door before I could finish my sentence. His eyes were so fierce at that time. I almost thought he was going to kill me~"

"How was your harvest there?"

Borsalino knew the answer when he saw the dragon's expression, but he asked it anyway.

Long lowered his head and remained silent for a while. After a while, he slowly said:
"The only thing we know is that Iger is dating another ordinary girl. Judging from the description, it's similar to what Thomas said when Iger and Defer were in love."

"As for the rest, there is nothing more. I didn't find any trace of Defeil..."

"I have some guesses, but time does not allow us to verify them. Judging from what you said about Mr. Defar's attitude, he should be ready. I just don't know when."

When Long finished speaking, there was a moment of silence in the air.

They both had some guesses in their hearts, but they were afraid that telling Defar would send him into a rampage.

It seems to be quite normal that the nobles of the sea all have some bad behaviors.

Borsalino was born in the North Sea and has been accustomed to this kind of thing since he was a child.

As for Long, he had some understanding thanks to his father's exaggeration. After all, the other party kept calling the nobles "trash".

"So what are you going to do, Long? Let me make it clear first. I've already helped you once. Teacher Ross allowed us to solve this matter freely. It's not a perfect solution. If you don't have a good solution, then giving up is also an option."

"What nonsense are you talking about, Borsalino! If it's just to avenge old man Defar, of course it's fine, but I want more than that!"

After saying this, Long turned and left, preparing to return to the Noble District to investigate overnight.

In his heart, justice is not simply about fighting and killing!

Borsalino looked at Long's departing back and shook his head. Why bother? Obviously, Mr. Ross didn't ask for too much, right? The fastest way to solve this problem was right in front of him.

With his ability, he saw the plan on the table the moment Defar opened the door. As long as he exercised some control, no one would die except those nobles.

Long also wants to help old man Defar get revenge, but he is more greedy and wants more, such as the truth and repentance.

As he said, justice should not be simply fighting and killing.

And he didn't know what to say. Everyone had his own insistence, and this was also the purpose of Teacher Ross asking them to solve this matter.

Look at the differences between each other.

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"Record it. As expected of the future Kizaru, he can think of the most convenient solution right away, just like the future two-release Sun Pirates."

Ross was in an unused office at the naval base, taking notes in a small notebook as images continued to appear in the cloud.

Borsalino's choice was not unexpected.

Since the nobles were wrong, they should be punished. Since Defar was the victim, he should vent his anger.

Although he did not explicitly side with anyone, he had already made his own choice and chose the simplest way.

It would be better if Long could think of a better solution, but it doesn’t matter if he can’t.

Ross was a little surprised by Long's choice, as he thought the other party would be more radical.

Instead of using rogue means to conduct an open search, the purpose should be stated directly.

It is true that the Navy cannot intervene directly in this matter, but that is based on the premise of death.

As long as the navy does not kill anyone directly or indirectly, there is still a lot of room for maneuver, especially for a navy with a background like Long.

Thomas’ background was Ross himself, so he wrote to inform Ross.

Long's background is that he is half a senior member of the navy, which allows him to act more boldly.

But he didn't, which surprised Ross.

But isn't that the purpose of bringing them out? My speculation is just speculation. Only when they actually take action can I see what they really want.

"Long, what exactly is your justice? Seeking the truth and repentance. No wonder you would resolutely create the Self-Defense Forces and even the GMJ in the future."

Give people the truth and give your enemies repentance.

But this probably isn't enough. Maybe after Long graduates, he will continue to train on Garp's ship for a while.

Ross had a guess. Maybe Long truly realized the justice he wanted because of what Roger said?
There must be truth in the dragon's justice, but confession is obviously inappropriate, and it would be more appropriate to replace it with redemption and liberation.

Justice of truth? Justice of redemption? Justice of liberation?
Looking back, I can adapt some useful things from my previous life and give them to Long. Maybe they will help his future career.

GM, it's not just liberation. As for Borsalino, there isn't much that needs to be changed or helped. No, maybe we can make him more responsible?
Or, don't always add some weird water, it's actually pretty good like this.

Ignore those who should die and be nice to those who should be alive.

At least there shouldn't be a situation where the enemy is released to sea due to human relationships, such as the Battle of Marineford in the original novel.

Because of the relationship between Grandpa Garp and Marshal Sengoku, he let a lot of water in, but he did not care too much about the situation of ordinary marines and lost the sharpness of his youth.

Whether it is now or in the future regarding the Sun Pirates incident, he would not handle it this way.

Just like what Sakaski said when Jozi threw a huge block of ice at him:
[Those guys are deserting their posts. If we all attack, who will guard this place? ]

Are they really AWOL, or are they just unwilling to face it?
If they really attack with all their might, how could they possibly need to defend?
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On the other side, Long sneaked into the noble area again.

He arrived at Eagle's house with ease and found that the other party was eating dinner elegantly, as if nothing had happened.

Lying outside the window, Long stared at the other person without blinking.

He didn't believe that Eagle didn't reveal any clues. There must be something that he didn't notice in the afternoon!

Soon, as time passed, night was approaching.

Long just kept watching the other party.

From eating, bathing, playing games with the maid to relax, bathing, drinking evening tea and reading.

Everything was normal and the other party did not show anything that would cause Long to be suspicious.

It was late at night, around eleven o'clock, and Eagle put down his book, drank a glass of milk, and fell asleep with the maid.

Long was staring outside the house. Even the live broadcast did not make him look away, and it did not even arouse the slightest physiological reaction.

All his attention was focused on Eagle, and he could detect any slight abnormality on the other party.

For example, a guilty look, a worried gesture, etc.

Sunrise and sunset, over and over again.

Long kept staring at Eagle for three days and three nights, and the other party's life trajectory was clearly imprinted in Long's mind.

Perhaps it was because hard work paid off that he finally discovered a clue.

For example, Iger sometimes looks at his girlfriend in a weird way.

It was not a desire for possession or lust for food and clothing, but a look of looking at a favorite toy.

Dating with the other party is a process of playing with toys, and he seems to enjoy this process so much that there is a barely detectable trace of cruelty in his eyes.

Destruction? That should be it.

Long frowned, he was so close to the truth that he had already imagined a very absurd truth in his mind.

"Forget it, let's wait and see..."

Long did not jump to conclusions, but continued to follow behind Eagle and monitor him.

The fourth day, the fifth day.

The dragon in the middle took a short rest, but soon got up again and continued to monitor.

There is still not much to investigate. Eagle's life has been too regular these days, except for some abnormalities when he was dating his new girlfriend.

Are you really going to give up?
Long couldn't help but think.

He doesn't have much time left. Maybe in two days, old man Defar will come and kill him. Who should he help then?
Should we stand aside and watch, or fulfill our naval duties?
He doesn't know and doesn't know.

"Maybe I should ask Mr. Ross... Phew, my first mission alone was a complete failure. How embarrassing."

Long said, preparing to leave.

"and many more!"

Suddenly, Long had a flash of inspiration and realized that there was another place that seemed very suspicious, but he had not investigated it yet.

You know, Iger is not alone, he has a family, maybe the truth is hidden there by him.

After all, Iger should have his own bedroom in his parents' house before moving to his new home.

It’s just that he doesn’t go there often. He only buries the truth there after committing a crime!

The more Long thought about it, the more possible it seemed.

But it is obviously not the right time to go there now. Unlike Eagle's mansion, it is the residence of real nobles and must be accompanied by guards and guardians.

Before going, it is best to disguise yourself and sneak in under the cover of night.

Still coding, feeling overwhelmed and confused.

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(End of this chapter)