I want to challenge you!

Dalton's heart skipped a beat, and that second felt like an eternity to him!

His thoughts began to wander, with all sorts of ideas popping up.

In the end, he still couldn't figure out why Haku said that!

Or rather, why was Haku so adamant about making him King of the country? It was Haku first meeting...

Haku's idea was simple: this country, which had recently suffered hardship, could be won over by the Revolutionary Army!

However, the Drum Kingdom still lacks a figurehead, and according to the original story, Dalton is destined to become the King of this country!

All Haku has to do now is give Dalton a push!

Of course, there will be a lot to do during this period. Since Haku wants Dalton to stand with the Revolutionary Army.

Naturally, all tasks should be left to the Revolutionary Army, this group of free laborers!

Haku watched Dalton's constantly changing expression and knew that the other man still had some hesitation in his heart!

"Why do you think I can be the King of this country?" Dalton asked Haku, his voice filled with incomprehension and confusion.

Haku smiled slightly; she understood Dalton's doubts and confusion. So she said softly, "Dalton, you don't possess those innate talents to lead the people, nor do you have the majesty of a monarch."

"But so what? Can you really do worse than Wapol?" Haku said, kicking Wapol under her feet.

As Haku continued her persuasion, Dalton's eyes hardened. Haku then said, "This country needs someone who can lead them to a better Future, and I believe you are the most suitable person."

"I don't think Mr. Dalton will disappoint me, will he?"

While Haku was talking to Dalton, both Kureha and Chopper looked at Wapol with some anticipation!

They were both citizens of this country, so they naturally knew Dalton's character.

In their minds, it was better to let Wapol, who was capable of abandoning his country and fleeing in the face of battle, continue to rule the Drum Kingdom.

It would be better to let Dalton, who truly loves this country and its people, become King!

Dalton remained silent for a moment, his eyes flashing with complex emotions. He knew his responsibility was heavy, but he also knew he couldn't let Haku down.

"Alright, Haku. I'm willing to give it a try." Dalton finally spoke, his voice still trembling slightly, but full of firmness and determination.

Haku looked at Dalton, knowing this decision wouldn't be easy for Dalton. But she also believed Dalton would be an excellent King, bringing hope and prosperity to the Drum Kingdom.

The Straw Hat Pirates watched this scene unfold, but few of them knew much about Dalton.

Therefore, while Haku and Dalton were talking, everyone tacitly kept their mouths shut and did not interrupt!

Now, after Haku and Dalton's conversation has ended.

Luffy's mind started to stir, and most importantly...

He had been eyeing the Index Finger's Chain of Plunder on Haku's index finger, which she still hadn't removed!

"Haku, can I borrow this thing to play with?" Luffy asked expectantly, looking at the Chain of Plunder.

However, his hands weren't exactly well-behaved!

Luffy secretly stretched out his arm and reached for Haku's hand, which was adorned with the Chain of Plunder!

However, this little trick of his could not escape Haku's notice!

Haku slapped Luffy's hand hard, her slap mixed with a hint of Armament Haki.

Luffy cried out in pain, blowing on his swollen, red hand and complaining, "Haku, what are your hands made of? How come they hurt so much when you hit someone, just like Grandpa's!"

Haku chuckled and shook her head, saying, "I was saying that in the latter half of the Grand Line, what others call the New World, almost every Pirates hits people like this, and it really hurts. I wonder if you'll still become the Pirate King?"

Upon hearing Luffy, Luffy's eyes widened in disbelief.

"What? Is everyone in the New World this strong?" he asked, a hint of surprise in his voice, but Haku sensed more excitement in his tone!

Haku still admired this somewhat carefree guy; at least he was still fearless at the moment!

Haku said, "With your current strength, you'd probably struggle even to deal with some small-time Pirates in the New World, let alone those Pirates crews that dominate the New World."

"I wonder if you'll be devoured completely once you're in this New World, leaving not even a trace?"

As Haku narrated, both Usopp and Nami felt a sense of tension.

Usopp, his teeth chattering, said, "Luffy, since he said the New World is dangerous, then we..."

Usopp tried to persuade Luffy, but Luffy's eyes lit up and he said, "They're just enemies from the New World! I'll just beat them all up!"

Haku couldn't help but slap his forehead; he now felt that what he had just said was utterly superfluous!

At this moment, Zoro had been silent until now, stepped forward.

His eyes were very sharp as he stared directly at Haku.

Haku saw the rising fighting spirit in Zoro's eyes, and he looked at the man in front of him with interest, who was determined to become Great Swordsman!

The others also began to notice Zoro's unusual behavior, and Luffy, as if guessing something, said to his crewmate, "Zoro, this guy's been strong since he was a kid, so be careful!"

Zoro exhaled a breath of stale air and said to Luffy, "I know!"

He then turned his gaze to Haku and said, "I want to challenge you!"

"Oh?" Haku asked with a smile.

Zoro's eyes were resolute; in fact, after learning Haku's identity, he had already decided to formally challenge Haku!

However, due to various unexpected events, Zoro has been holding back until now to challenge Haku!

As for the reason for the challenge, it's very simple!

Although Dracule Mihawk is currently recognized as the world's greatest Great Swordsman, Haku's strength is undeniable!

Moreover, within the Navy, Haku is the only one who has risen to the Marine Admiral while wielding a sword.

Many people believe that Haku's swordsmanship is in no way inferior to Dracule Mihawk's!