Umibouzu's praise put Borsalino in a pleasant mood.
He really knew how to flatter someone.
"Not at all, I've simply kept a youthful mindset."
"After all, that's the secret to fighting aging~"
Borsalino pursed his lips. In any other setting—
he would have looked just like someone showing off his health regimen to an old friend.
"No matter how busy work gets these years, even when I'm off subjugating 'terrifying' pirates..."
"I make sure to eat a banana every day to replenish my potassium."
"You know, potassium is very important for maintaining normal cellular functions, regulating fluid balance, and supporting nerve conduction and muscle function."
"And at noon, I absolutely have to have a steaming bowl of miso ramen."
"Preferably with extra chopped scallions. That's the key to boosting immunity and aiding digestion."
"And in the afternoon, I always drink a cup of hot tea, without fail."
"Oh, and lately I've gotten into reading manga, like the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba I'm currently following."
"But I mean the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from our Sea Star."
"Not the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba from this Gintama Star. The strange thing is—"
Commander Yap and the others in the command room were utterly speechless.
They were actually chatting away as if no one else were around, discussing health tips, eating habits, and hobbies.
What was this? Like attracting like?
Should two powerhouses capable of destroying fleets and deciding the life or death of countless people—
really be having such absurd conversations?
"Bananas, ramen, hot tea, and manga?"
"That is indeed a fine combination: carbohydrates, potassium, tea polyphenols, caffeine, and perfect emotional satisfaction."
Umibouzu nodded solemnly, as though he were genuinely exchanging insights.
"I'm different. I spend all year rushing between planets, hunting those Xenomorphs running wild everywhere."
"When I'm