One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 112: The Plastic Surgery Is About to Begin

Roman had no idea that, despite the apparent calm, the issue of his allegiance was actually a source of turmoil beneath the surface.

As graduation approaches, the trainees are making moves, and the generals are also taking quite a few actions.

For example, the Warring States period received personnel transfer applications from Borsalino and Sakazuki.

They are all related to Roman.

Roman's name was already well-known among the Navy's top brass.

According to reliable sources, he is strong, intelligent, strategic, young, has great potential, and has no quirks.

She has many strengths and no obvious personality flaws. She is not extreme, lazy, or confused. If you don't consider her background, which she was specially invited to attend, she is almost perfect.

He could very well be the next Gion. No, Gion wasn't as strong as Roman at that age.

Borsalino wants Roman to join his fleet. Well, the reason is unclear, but it makes sense. Who wouldn't want a powerful subordinate? And according to Kuzan, Roman's paperwork skills are also quite good. Borsalino probably likes that kind of person, since he's not bad at slacking off either. Sengoku is well aware of how Roman often tosses his documents to Sakazuki.

Sakazuki's application was slightly different. He did not want Sengoku to approve Roman joining his warship, but rather he wanted Roman to be stationed in the New World for a long time, rather than at the Navy Headquarters.

This is so Sakazuki.

The navy of the New World has several characteristics: high demand, rapid promotion, and high mortality.

It feels like a request for premeditated murder.

However, this was not Sakazuki's original intention. His original intention was to let Roman experience a harsh environment and then unleash his greater potential.

Moreover, Sakazuki is not just a reckless guy. The proportion of hawkish Marines in the New World is quite high. After all, every day, many of his comrades who shared his glory and disgrace die, and they hate pirates extremely.

Over time, through subtle influence, Roman's thinking became more aligned with that of the hawks.

Yes, it's a rather roundabout approach.

Although Roman's official superior is Kuzan, there is still room for maneuver as long as it is not finalized. Even if it is finalized, there are always personnel changes in the Navy.

Because it had been discussed with Zefa beforehand, the document bearing two large red "Rejection" stamps was returned to the two lieutenant generals with real power.

However, after this little incident, the Warring States period also became somewhat hesitant.

The key question is whether or not Kuzan should be in charge of Roman.

Roman is too young, and Kuzan, with his fighting prowess, has suffered heavy casualties on the battlefield.

If Roman had been five years older, he wouldn't have been caught in such a agonizing dilemma during the Warring States period.

Perhaps I should ask Xiaohe.

……

You can clearly feel the bones in your face moving.

After learning how to return life, Roman couldn't resist applying it to his face.

Facial surgery often comes at a high price because changing one's appearance typically involves shaving bone with a scalpel, followed by the insertion of fillers to fill the gaps.

However, after mastering the skill of returning life, one can freely move the bones in the face to adjust their position. But this is a delicate process, and for now, Roman only dares to make some minor adjustments.

She can also control her hair using the Life Return skill, just like Onigumo, but it's still difficult for her to use it freely.

Afterwards, Roman applied the Life Return skill directly to his own body.

Admittedly, it's a truly amazing skill. After all, it's an 800-year-old navy, with quite a few strange and unusual skills and gadgets.

After a brief sigh, Roman continued his development project.

……

"How about you take her under your wing?" The strategist, who had just sat down, made a surprising remark that almost made Sengoku choke.

"Me? Are you serious?" Sengoku asked, wiping the spilled tea with a handkerchief.

"After all, she's a child who's suited for all-round development, with both combat skills and intelligence, and a very serious personality (Roman: Actually, just average serious). That's a lot like you. If that child were a Devil Fruit user, I think you'd be the next one." Tsuru maintained her smiling expression and even took a sip of tea. Her calm demeanor made it impossible for her to be joking.

"I don't have that much time," Sengoku said with an awkward laugh.

It wasn't that Sengoku was refusing; with Sora no longer actively involved, as Marineford's only general, he practically shouldered the responsibilities of a marshal. And the rest—Garp, Kuzan, and Borsalino—were no pushovers either. If it weren't for Tsuru's frequent assistance, he would have collapsed long ago.

"Rossinandi has already left Marineford. Would having another child with you be a problem?"

“I didn’t mean that, but it’s almost impossible for me to leave Marineford, so it’s not…” Suddenly, Sengoku understood what Tsuru meant.

Sengoku and Tsuru were fully aware of Roman's potential. Even without any extraordinary encounters, as long as he developed normally, he would definitely be a general-level fighter, so there was no need to worry about him at all.

However, age is indeed a major disadvantage.

However, once a military rank is granted, one will inevitably have to go to sea with other superiors, which is very risky.

This wasn't out of overprotection of a genius, but rather because Roman was indeed too young.

Take Zephyr for example. Although he joined the army at the age of 14, he didn't officially participate in the battlefield until he was 18. His extraordinary life after that is another story.

If Sengoku is willing to lead Roman, then Roman's safety will be guaranteed for at least a few years. After that, once he has matured and is a bit older, there will be no problem assigning him to the lieutenant generals.

Even if Kuzan, who was already the designated candidate, had objections, it was entirely possible to promise that Roman would continue to serve under Kuzan in the future, which was perfectly acceptable.

"As expected of you, Tsuru. Although I'm known as a strategist, I still can't beat you when it comes to brains." Sengoku chuckled self-deprecatingly.

"Those involved are often blinded by their own perspective. It's necessary to consider one's own role in the situation. Since she's a child suited for well-rounded development, she naturally can't be completely subservient to any one force," He said calmly.

"You know, if you own the house, you can let whoever you want live there, and you can take it back at any time," He said meaningfully.

The Warring States period nodded in agreement.

"Speaking of which, I'm going to the North Sea soon. The Donquixote Family, which has risen rapidly, seems to be causing quite a stir. They seem to be colluding with many pirates. If we don't stop them, they might become the next great pirate family."

"I'm sorry to trouble you. They are too cunning. Our Beihai branch has failed to get any information several times. If possible, could you please check on Rosinandi to see if he is alright?" At this moment, Zhan Guo's eyes were full of worry.

"Don't worry, I'll show you the world for your old friend who can't travel." Crane put down the teacup and left.

"That's really reassuring."