Pirate: I'm an admiral now, what's wrong with taking a little extra money?

Chapter 60 By Order of the Five Elders! Kane: Perfect timing, let's go to the Holy Land and do something big!

Over the next few days, Kane had a wonderful time at Marine Headquarters.

By day, he was a highly respected and promising naval general, an idol to countless sailors.

At night, he is a diligent and tireless "life mentor," earning respect and admiration while also racking up a massive amount of disciplinary points.

With the [Konpira] as a token of their love, Gion's devotion reached a whole new level. She listened to his every "guidance" without question, almost to the point of blind obedience.

This significantly improved Kane's scoring efficiency.

In his spare time, he would gather his three "close friends," Sakazuki, Kuzan, and Borsalino, and hide in a secret base to savor fine vintage wines and discuss the true meaning of "justice."

Kane was absolutely thrilled with his days of running rampant at headquarters, flirting with future admiral candidates at night, leading the three future admirals astray, and reaping huge amounts of disciplinary points.

He was so happy that he almost forgot about home.

However, peaceful days are always short-lived.

That afternoon, under the pretext of "correcting his sword-holding posture," he held Gion in his arms and engaged in a seemingly simple "exchange."

Boom!Boom!Boom!

A series of intense knocks on the door shattered the romantic atmosphere in the office.

Kane frowned in displeasure.

He had given instructions long ago that no one was allowed to approach him when he was giving "private coaching".

"Major General Kane."

A voice, devoid of any emotion, came from outside the door.

"By order of the highest level of the World Government, please come with us immediately."

The highest level of the world government?

Kane's eyes narrowed.

Who else but those five old men could claim to be the highest level of the world government?

"understood."

He gave Gion, who was already blushing, a reassuring look, gesturing for her to go into the rest room first.

He then slowly put on his clothes before going over and opening the door.

Two men stood quietly outside the door.

They were dressed in spotless white suits, top hats, and strange masks that revealed no expression on their faces.

His posture was upright, and his aura was as restrained as an abyss.

But the chilling and oppressive feeling that permeated his very bones was far beyond what any naval officer could match.

CP0!

The World Government's top intelligence organization, and the Celestial Dragons' direct bodyguards.

Kane sneered inwardly.

What was bound to happen, finally happened.

He's made such a big commotion; if the Five Elders still don't react, then they've lived all these years in vain.

"Gentlemen, is there anything I can help you with?" Kane asked, his face displaying just the right amount of confusion.

"Major Admiral Kane, the Five Elders want to see you." The CP0 masked man at the head of the group spoke in a cold voice, showing absolutely no respect.

"Now, immediately, come with us to the Holy Land, Mary Geoise."

"Oh? The Five Elders want to see me?" Kane put on an "overwhelmed with gratitude" expression. "It's my honor. Please wait a moment, I need to change into a formal military uniform."

"Speed!" CP0 coldly interrupted him. "The Five Elders don't have time to wait for you."

Kane's smile remained unchanged, but his eyes turned cold.

'You shameless bastard.'

He didn't react; he simply turned around, closed the office door again, locked it, and went straight into the break room inside.

In the rest room, Gion sat nervously on the edge of the bed, wrapped in a blanket, her pretty and spirited face filled with worry.

Upon seeing Kane enter, she immediately stood up: "Brother Kane, are you from the World Government? Is it because of me...?"

She thought their secret "illegal" relationship had been discovered, and she was filled with guilt and unease.

"Don't be silly, it has nothing to do with you."

Kane casually picked up the brand-new Justice Coat hanging to the side, walked up to Gion, and put on his signature gentle smile that could melt away all unease.

"It's just that those old men have taken a bit of interest in me, this 'rising star,' and want to talk to me about the future of 'justice.' You know, people who are too outstanding always get special attention from above."

He reached out his large, kind hand and gently stroked Gion's soft, black hair, his eyes revealing just the right amount of "doting" and "reluctance".

"But you're not allowed to slack off while I'm away."

Kane's fingers slid down her hair and gently touched the ornate scabbard of the Golden Pira, his tone becoming low and serious.

"You need to feel the breath of this knife. When I get back from Mary Geoise, I'll be checking your 'homework.' If your grip is still so stiff by then..."

He leaned down, his lips close to Gion's already flushed ear, his warm breath brushing against her skin, carrying a hint of ambiguous threat:

"Then... I'll give you an even harsher 'punishment'."

"Well……"

Gion felt her body go limp, as if an electric current had instantly coursed through her entire body, and her initial worry was instantly replaced by shyness and sweetness.

She raised her head, her beautiful eyes seemingly brimming with tears, and nodded firmly: "Yes! I... I will definitely try my best! I will wait here for you to come back!"

"So nice."

Kane smiled and gently kissed her forehead, as if he were treating his most cherished lover.

After calming Gion down, Kane turned around, his gentle expression instantly vanishing, replaced by a deep and calculating look as he faced the unknown risks.

With a thought, he took out the three magic beans from the system space and hid them close to his body.

This is his true trump card.

Mary Geoise is a den of wolves and tigers, and even with the system by his side, he is used to preparing for the worst.

He then changed into a brand-new, spotless white major general's overcoat and hung the Heavenly Lock Moon-Slaying Sword at his waist.

After straightening his clothes, Kane took a deep breath and adjusted the curve of every muscle in his face.

When he turned around again, the scheming and ambitious man was gone, replaced by a magnanimous and upright naval leader.

He walked to the door and suddenly flung it open.

What the two CP0 agents outside the door saw was a dignified, heroic, and perfect navy man who exuded "the light of justice".

His calm and composed demeanor surprised even the two battle-hardened CP0 agents.

"Let's go."

Kane faced the gleaming wall by the door, straightened his high collar one last time, and revealed his signature, warm smile.

"Don't keep the Five Elders waiting."

He strode out of the office, his steps firm and powerful, his voice even carrying a hint of just the right amount of expectation.

"Perfect timing, I'm also eager to see what this legendary holy land looks like."

……

News of Kane being taken away by CP0 quickly reached the ears of the Navy's high command.

Marshal's office.

Steelbone Kong slammed his fist on the table, making the teacup vibrate.

"Damn it! Those bastards from CP actually took someone away right under my nose!"

Sengoku adjusted his glasses, his expression equally grave: "They are carrying the orders of the Five Elders; we have no right to interfere."

"What exactly are those five old guys up to?" Garp picked his nose, looking nonchalant, but a hint of worry flashed in his eyes. "Kane may have a foul mouth, but he has a good heart."

Sengoku glanced at Garp, who was still speaking well of Kane, and sighed inwardly.

He knew that things were far from simple.

A summons from the Five Elders is always a test.

It's a success, a meteoric rise.

It won't pass...

"Hopefully, that kid will understand what he should say and what he shouldn't say."

Looking out the window, the sea leading to the Red Earth Continent appeared exceptionally deep.

Chapter 61 Heading to Mary Geoise! ​​CP0's Show of Force?

The Holy Land, Mary Geoise.

Between power.

This is the top of the world, a room where no direct light is allowed.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the sea of ​​clouds churned, but the curtains were tightly drawn, leaving only a few gaps that cast a suppressed beam of light, illuminating the dust floating in the air clearly.

Five figures were scattered on the sofa; silence itself was a form of authority.

"Kong seems to be becoming more and more opinionated."

With a long white beard and dotted scars on his forehead, the financial martial god Topman Worchley tapped the carpet lightly with his cane, his voice devoid of warmth.

"The proposal to cut military spending at the grassroots level to supplement 'sky gold' was rejected by him again."

"His prestige is too high."

The bald swordsman, Izanbaron V. Nassjuro Sei, wearing a white Taoist robe, held the first generation Kitetsu in his arms, his eyes closed, his thumb rubbing the hilt of the sword.