"He wasn't merely ruthless. More than that, he was decisive!" Sanji's expression was solemn. Even ordinary people, when prepared to stake their lives, would wait until they had nowhere left to retreat or go through a complicated process of psychological deliberation before making a final decision.
But this man was different. After realizing he couldn't complete the mission in the shortest possible time, he had made his choice with almost no hesitation!
"Is he worried that delaying too long might create unforeseen possibilities?" Sanji muttered, looking at Wyper with apprehension and admiration.
Regardless of their position, loyal people were always worthy of respect.
Even Luffy was somewhat dumbfounded. This guy's way too ruthless!
But what followed was a blazing, surging battle intent.
"You really are an opponent worthy of respect! Come on, let's each stake everything we have!" Luffy shouted.
However, Wyper didn't even spare him a glance. He turned around, blasted out a wave of air from where he stood, and charged straight at Sanji.
"His first target is me!" Sanji's pupils contracted sharply as he suddenly recalled Reiju's description of this man. He's the kind of man who'll do anything to complete his mission. So, did he take the drug immediately just to get this Devil Fruit into his hands as quickly as possible?
Is he worried that I'll deliberately destroy the fruit or threaten him by eating it? Sanji's mind was clear, but he had no intention of handing over the fruit.
He knew very well that for a fanatic follower like Wyper, the mission was indeed the top priority, but people like them who had "offended" Apophis's dignity would also be listed as targets for pursuit.
Even if he handed over the fruit, the outcome wouldn't change. As long as the fruit remained in his hands,