Pirate King: I'm determined to be the King of Sons-in-Law!

Chapter 32 Loya's Team

The food pub was closed for a whole week.

When the business reopened, Loya returned to Branch 153, clutching his aching back. It wasn't that his body couldn't take it, but rather that he feared that staying a few more days would wear down his steely will.

The allure of a gentle, loving home is terrifying.

He now finally understands why those ancient emperors indulged in wine and women, ultimately neglecting state affairs and squandering their fortunes.

Damn it, which old comrade can withstand this test!

I too yearn for a life of wine, women, and meat!

Tower, Colonel's office.

"Lieutenant Loya, reporting for duty!"

"You actually came back, kid."

Colonel Rhodes sized up Loya, his eyes full of mockery. Shells Town is only so big; it's not easy to keep some things a secret.

The rumors have been circulating for ages.

Bah, you brat!

Colonel Rhodes said with a look of regret, "You little rascal, you acted so quickly. It's a pity, I was originally planning to introduce my daughter to you."

"Colonel, you have a daughter?"

Loya looked shocked.

Is it strange to have a daughter?

Colonel Rhodes glared at Loya with annoyance.

His daughter is twelve years old this year, about the same age as Kaya. Although she is a little younger, Loya is not much older either, only five years younger.

In his eyes, Loya was a very suitable son-in-law, but this brat was clearly a troublemaker who even dared to knock on the door of the pretty widow.

Damn, I'm so envious!

Loya chuckled, skillfully sat down on the sofa, picked up an apple from the fruit plate, and took a big bite.

"Colonel, what are the work arrangements for the next step?"

"Of course."

Colonel Rhodes picked up a stack of wanted posters and handed them to Loya.

"After the Black Cat Pirates were defeated, all sorts of pirate crews, big and small, jumped out, and now the area under the branch's jurisdiction is in complete chaos."

"That sounds serious."

Loya stopped smiling and began to carefully read through the bounty posters.

A thick stack, at least twenty sheets.

Furthermore, all of these wanted criminals are pirate captains, meaning there are at least twenty pirate crews active.

Alvida, the "Diamond Cudgel"; Bejar, the "Iron Hammer"; Ramus, the "Skinner"

The bounties are mostly between 500 million and 1000 million Berries, with a few exceeding 1000 million Berries.

"Hey, this guy."

Loya saw a familiar face.

Bucky Barnes the Joker has a bounty of 1500 million Berries!

Rhodes, seeing the bounty poster in Loya's hand, solemnly advised, "Don't mess with that guy for now."

"I understand, Colonel."

Loya nodded slightly.

After Roger's death, "The Joker" Bucky began to operate in the East China Sea, and has been active for more than a decade. He is one of the old powers in the East China Sea, and the Navy has had a lot of headaches with him.

The opponent is very strong!

Although under his planning, Branch 153 defeated Kro, it was with the combined strength of the entire branch.

Defeating Baki will be no easier than defeating Kuro.

Colonel Rhodes said in a deep voice, "Loya, the 153rd branch will join forces with the 32nd branch to form a patrol team to wipe out the rampaging pirates. You will be in charge of this mission!"

"I?"

Loya looked astonished.

"Colonel, is it appropriate for me to be entrusted with such an important task?"

"It has to be suitable, even if it's not!"

Colonel Rhodes shrugged helplessly: "I originally planned to have Lieutenant Monca lead the team, but his personality is too rigid and he is likely to have disagreements with the junior officers of the 32nd branch. Compared to him, you are more flexible in your thinking."

"I see."

Loya nodded in understanding.

In terms of experience in fighting pirates, Morgan is definitely more experienced than him, but he is indeed more stubborn and not very good at handling interpersonal relationships.

He had dealt with the 32nd branch during the Glass Pearl Island incident, so at least there's not much to worry about regarding trust.

"When will it start?"

"Recently, the 32nd branch has dispatched personnel who will arrive in the next few days. You will then work together."

The pirates who caused this riot were active not only in the area under the jurisdiction of the 153rd branch, but also in the 32nd branch, which is why there was a joint patrol.

Similar situations are actually quite common, since pirates roam around everywhere and there's no such thing as them staying in any particular sea area.

Colonel Rhodes smiled and said, "You can decide on the personnel selection yourself. A maximum of twenty-five people will be deployed. Now that you're a naval ensign, it's time to cultivate a group of people you can trust."

"Thank you, Colonel!"

Loya felt grateful.

Being sent on missions represents merit and also allows one to cultivate trusted subordinates, which is a real benefit for a captain.

They're grooming him to be their successor!

Colonel Rhodes added with a smile, "There's one more thing. Go to Xirob Village tomorrow; there's a surprise waiting for you."

"clear!"

surprise?

Loya felt a sense of unease.

Could it be that the Sirob couple have taken a liking to his handsome appearance and are preparing to choose him as their son-in-law?

Although he is only a minor branch lieutenant now, which is nothing special, his youth is his greatest asset, and his future prospects are promising. He is worthy of Koya.

Hehe, that was a real surprise!

"Oh, right!"

Colonel Rhodes took a bunch of keys off the wall and tossed them to Loya: "These are your office and dormitory keys. Go take a look."

"Thank you, Colonel!"

Loya left happily.

He is now a naval ensign, with his own office and quarters, and no longer has to smell the stinky feet of other marines.

"Third floor."

Colonel Rhodes' office was on the top four floors of the tower, while his office was on the edge of the third floor.

Loya arrived at his office.

It's about forty square meters, fully equipped with a desk and sofa. Although it's a bit old, it's very clean, and standing by the window, you can see the training ground and the town of Shells below.

The view is quite expansive.

"Phew, that's the feeling."

Loya sat in the boss's chair, then put his legs up on the desk, put his hands behind his head, and lay down comfortably like a corpse.

He had wanted to do this for a long time.

"Knock knock!"

Not long after, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in!"

Finbdi pushed open the door and entered, accompanied by Zango, who had just returned from court.

"Lieutenant Loya!"

"No need to be so polite, sit down and let's talk."

The three of them sat down on the sofa.

The return of his dear friend brought a long-lost smile to F.F.'s face.

"Loya, the court has pardoned Zango from all his crimes, leaving our branch to handle it themselves. I just met with Colonel Rhodes with Zango, and he said it's up to you to decide."

"Um."

Loya smiled and nodded, not surprised by the verdict in Zango's case.

Voluntarily joining the navy would indeed greatly help reduce one's crimes, especially since Zango had also made great contributions.

Loya looked at Zango.

"Congratulations, you have gained your freedom."

"Thanks."

Zango was not happy at all, and even felt somewhat lost.

Having been a pirate for so many years, his family is long gone, and he has completely forgotten what his hometown looks like.

Although he had gained his freedom, he had nowhere to go. Apart from going back to sea as a pirate, he really didn't know what else he could do.

Let's leave here first.

Zango stood up, ready to leave.

"Then I'll take my leave."

"Goodbye? Where do you want to go?"

Loya chuckled and looked at Finbuddy.

"I'll take Zango to get his recruit rations later. From today onwards, he's a recruit in Branch 153!"

"what!"

The two were dumbfounded.

Finbdi looked pleased.

Zango, however, slammed his fist on the table in frustration: "Hey, that's too despicable! Didn't you say you'd give me freedom? I don't want to be a navy officer!"

"Freedom doesn't mean you can run around recklessly; being in the navy is just as free."

Loya chuckled.

Freedom without order and moral constraints is bound to spiral out of control sooner or later, especially since he's short-handed.

"Finbotty, what are you planning to do?"

Loya turned to look at Finbdy, his expression more serious than ever before: "I know you want to go to headquarters to gain experience, but I assure you, if you stay under my wing, you will go much further in the future!"

"I"

Finbdi was stunned.

He knew that Loya wasn't just talking nonsense.

After spending more than half a year together, he was convinced that Loya would become a big shot, and that by following him, he would surely go further in the future, perhaps even surpassing his parents.

If he had a choice, he wouldn't want to be a good-for-nothing who relies on his parents' legacy.

"Phew~~"

After struggling for a long time, Finbuddy got up.

salute!

"Sergeant Finbdy, reporting for duty!"

(End of this chapter)