Having said all that needed to be said, Senga walked towards her seat, brushing past Hancock.
Hancock turned around and stared blankly at the "Justice" on Senga's back for a moment, then silently followed Senga up, looking much more docile.
Moria, struggling to his feet from the rubble, looked at the two with a tearful expression, thinking, "That's it!?"
I only said one sentence, and before I even finished speaking, I was beaten up like this. Boa Hancock even attacked me, and all I got was a few words of reprimand?
Why this discrimination? Is it because I'm ugly?
Moria looked down at his already overweight figure. Well, maybe that was true.
Moria glanced at Senga, then hung his head and silently returned to his seat.
Having witnessed Moria and Hancock's successive defeats, the remaining Shichibukai completely humbled themselves. There was no other way; might makes right.
Senga returned to her seat, Kalifa immediately and considerately began massaging Senga shoulders. Her pressure was just right, and under her massage, Senga contentedly closed her eyes.
Ain looked at the people below with a wary expression. In her opinion, none of these people were easy to deal with. Senga was enjoying himself right now, and she didn't want them to disturb him.
It must be said that Senga's secretary and Konoe are very dedicated and responsible.
Hancock felt a little awkward looking at the two girls sitting next to Senga. She glanced at them and then lowered her head to stare at the table, as if trying to avoid seeing them altogether.
Senga then looked at Hancock and said,
"I disliked your behavior just now. As punishment, the number of pirate crews you need to eliminate this month will double."
Hancock shuddered. She felt nothing for the punishment; rather, hearing the words "I don't like it" made her feel uneasy.
However, she nodded silently, indicating that she accepted the punishment Senga had given her.
Moria nodded in agreement. In his opinion, this punishment was worse than another beating; he was a real fat otaku.
Senga looked around, and seeing that no one was speaking, he waved his hand and said,
"Alright, is there anything else? If not, you can head back. Headquarters is currently experiencing a food shortage, so we won't be able to continue serving you."
After Senga finished speaking, Kalifa took out an orange from somewhere, peeled it, picked up a segment, and put it to Senga's mouth.
A bead of cold sweat trickled down the foreheads of Momonga and Corazon. Vice Admiral Purple Kirin's reasoning was truly brilliant; it was practically an open declaration that he disliked this group.
The Shichibukai were already used to Senga's attitude, and they all remained expressionless when they heard what Senga said.
Crocodile, Moria, Doflamingo, and Kuma slowly rose, intending to leave.
If they stayed any longer, they were truly afraid that Purple Kirin would suddenly turn on them and leave them all here, which would mean they had traveled a thousand miles to their deaths.
Hancock remained seated, seemingly oblivious to Senga's words.
Hawk Eyes lowered his arms from his chest and looked at Senga, opening his mouth as if to say something, but Jinbe suddenly spoke up.
"Vice Admiral Purple Kirin, I have something I'd like to discuss with you!"
Hawk Eyes paused, temporarily abandoning his intention to speak.
Senga looked at the serious-looking blue robot cat and said calmly,
"You mean that Fish-Man Arlong? He's dead for good. What, you want to demand an explanation for him?"
After he finished speaking, a terrifying aura enveloped Jinbe, causing cold sweat to break out on his Jinbe. He quickly waved his hands and said...
"No, you've misunderstood. Arlong deserved what he got. You've already shown mercy by sparing Hachi's life!"
"Hmm, you're quite sensible. So, what do you want to say?"
The terrifying aura surrounding Jinbe dissipated, Jinbe immediately felt a lightness in his body.
He wiped the sweat from his brow, let out a long sigh of relief, Jinbe said with a respectful expression,
"I'd like to ask what your attitude is towards the Fish-Man Race and the Mermaid race?"
"Asked about your attitude towards these two races?" Senga thought for a moment and said,
"The Mermaid race are alright, but it seems your Fish-Man Race don't treat humans very well. You should know that, right?"
"That's true, but that's because the number of people kidnapping and robbing on Fish-Man Island has increased over the years, so some Fish-Man have developed hatred for humans. However, many Fish-Man still have the idea of living peacefully with humans."
"Then you should ask Roger how this so-called Great Pirate Era began. Also, isn't Fish-Man Island under Whitebeard's protection now? What's the point of asking the Navy for their opinion?"
Jinbe lowered his head, feeling uneasy. Fish-Man Island was under Whitebeard's protection because King Neptune and Whitebeard had a good relationship.
Whitebeard was indeed very reliable, but at the end of Whitebeard day, he was still a pirate.
What the Fish-Man Race and Mermaid race truly need is the recognition of an official authority like the Navy, which is something Queen Otohime was willing to risk her life for.
She wanted the residents of Fish-Man Island to be able to live on land and coexist peacefully with humans.
How wonderful it would be if the inhabitants of Fish-Man Island could truly put aside their prejudices with humans; Jinbe longs for that very thing.
Upon arriving at headquarters and witnessing Senga's strength and potential, he was acutely aware that Senga was destined to become the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy, and how such a person would treat Fish-Man Island was of paramount importance.
Even the future of Fish-Man Island rests entirely on Senga's decision.
Thinking of this, Jinbe, under pressure, carefully said,
"I am truly ashamed to say that Fish-Man Island's capabilities are limited, and we can only rely on external protection. However, please believe that the residents of Fish-Man Island still hope to gain the World Government's recognition so that they can come to the mainland and live among humans!"
"Alright, I understand what you mean. I know a bit about Fish-Man Island, and I'll go there myself Fish-Man Island. Remember, I'll treat everyone equally within my Navy's jurisdiction, but if I see any people I don't like, don't blame me for being ruthless."
Upon hearing Senga's words, Jinbe was overjoyed. Although Senga didn't express a particularly friendly attitude towards Fish-Man Island, he said he would personally visit Fish-Man Island in the future!
Jinbe had heard of Senga's exploits; Chiga was known for his intolerant nature, and he would directly eliminate any heinous criminals.
However, unlike Akainu, he treats ordinary people very well and tries to avoid attacking them. He is a person with a strong sense of principles.
Most of the residents of Fish-Man Island are kind-hearted fish. If Vice Admiral Purple Kirin could go there, he would certainly not have any ill feelings towards him, and it would also greatly deter those scum who do evil on Fish-Man Island.
He also knew that the "people he hated" that Senga mentioned were not only those scumbags, but also some Fish-Man like Arlong who were extremely hostile to humans. However, compared to Senga's attitude, none of that mattered.
Even if Senga dealt with all those Fish-Man with extreme personalities, Jinbe wouldn't say anything.
If Queen Otohime's dream could truly come true, what do these things matter?
It could be said that Senga's words, which didn't even qualify as a promise, were Jinbe's biggest takeaway from this trip to Marine Headquarters.
Jinbe could no longer contain his excitement. He abruptly stood up from his chair and bowed deeply to Senga.
"I am truly grateful! Vice Admiral Purple Kirin!"