In the recruitment office of Sengoku and Zephyr.
"May I ask where you previously worked, Mr. Yixiao?"
Zephyr poured Yixiao a cup of tea and asked calmly.
"Mr. Zephyr, you're too kind. I was just hanging around in the middle of the Grand Line before, nothing special." Ichisho accepted the tea and replied politely, "It was only by chance that I heard Commander-in-Chief Luo Wen's declaration, which made me want to join the Neo Marines."
"Haha, your awareness is much higher than ours!" Zephyr took the initiative to get closer. "Back then, Sengoku and I, one was persuaded to come back by Commander-in-Chief Luo Wen and the other was forced to come back. Neither of us are as good as you."
Sengoku chuckled and said, "I was indeed not as discerning as Mr. Yixiao in recognizing talent back then."
"You two don't need to be so polite, just a smile is enough for me." Zephyr also politely replied, "You flatter me, I am but a gambler, far inferior to you two."
That's just how he is; he's always polite to everyone. If someone treats him with respect, he wants to return the favor tenfold.
His special Observation Haki allowed him to sense that Sengoku and Zephyr were both sincere and not just making casual polite remarks.
After exchanging pleasantries, Zephyr asked, "What other special skills do you have, Yixiao, and what position are you looking for?"
"I have a rudimentary understanding of swordsmanship, and a basic grasp of Armament Haki and Observation Haki. I was also fortunate enough to have eaten a Paramecia -type Press-Press Fruit, so my strength is not bad." Yixiao listed his abilities one by one, then paused for a moment. "I don't have any requirements for position, as long as I can guard this area."
Zephyr and Sengoku exchanged a glance and immediately realized that things were not simple.
Even those with only a rudimentary grasp of swordsmanship are Supreme Swordsman, and those with a slight understanding of the Haki are certainly not simple either.
And then there's the Paramecia Press-Press Fruit, which is definitely a top-tier Paramecia fruit.
Taking all three factors together, the smile before him likely indicates the strength of Admiral.
"Yixiao, would you like to have a friendly spar with me?" Zephyr asked kindly. "It's not that I don't trust you, but I just want to have a better understanding of your abilities."
"No problem."
She smiled and nodded gently.
He came to the Neo Marines to do something big, so naturally he needs to clearly demonstrate his strength.
Zephyr then arrived at the training ground with a smile, and the two began a one-on-one match, with Sengoku watching from the sidelines.
Yixiao used Cane Sword, while Zephyr responded with physical techniques, naturally employing all sorts of Haki.
After a while, the sparring session ended.
Even with only a slight application of his Devil Fruit Ability, Zephyr was still at a disadvantage.
"You're being far too modest. Your Observation Haki is clearly at its peak, yet you say you only have a smattering of knowledge?" Zephyr shook his head, smiling wryly.
During their sparring match, Yi Xiao anticipated his every move and responded with ease.
Clearly, Issho's Observation Haki has reached the highest level of Future Sight, completely overwhelming him.
"Mr. Zephyr, your Armament Haki is truly masterful; I am far inferior."
He smiled calmly and said.
Observation Haki is one of his specialties; if he can't even use Observation Haki, then his eyes are a complete waste.
"It's understandable that your Armament Haki isn't as good as mine. If everyone's Armament Haki was better than mine, then I should be Vice Admiral," Zephyr joked.
His Armament Haki is among the best of Admiral. If Issho can even surpass him in this aspect, then that would truly be a miracle.
Moreover, the Armament Haki that Issho imbued with his Cane Sword was not weak; it was far inferior to Issho's, but still surpassed that of elite vice Vice Admiral like Hōshō Doberman.
"You two, stop joking around." Sengoku interrupted their polite exchanges and said, "Yi Xiao, your strength is extraordinary. I'll take you to see Commander-in-Chief Luo Wen, is that alright?"
Now that Yixiao's strength Admiral has been confirmed, we need to report to Luo Wen.
First, to announce the good news; second, to ask Luo Wen to decide on Yi Xiao's position.
In fact, above the school officers, they only had the power to make suggestions, not the power to appoint.
All appointments above the rank of colonel must be signed by Luo Wen. Although most are approved verbatim, this procedure is mandatory.
As for the Admiral's strength, they had even less say in that.
"I'm fine." Yi Xiao raised her head slightly with a smile, "In fact, I came here precisely to see Commander-in-Chief Luo Wen."
He greatly admired Luo Wen, who displayed his might at the Summit War.
Although his Observation Haki was powerful, it wasn't powerful enough to allow him to watch TV blindfolded.
Therefore, his understanding of Luo Wen was limited to Luo Wen's declaration during the Paramount War and other people's retellings.
He was still very eager to see what the legendary Luo Wen was really like.
In what form will Luo Wen manifest himself through his unique Observation Haki?
Soon, Sengoku and Zephyr found Luo Wen.
More precisely, it was a notification to Luo Wen, who had once again entered vacation mode, to come out and meet them.
"I smile, it's nice to see you here."
Looking at the smile before him, Luo Wen was deeply moved.
He was genuinely a little surprised that Yixiao had come to join the army.
He had a smooth and successful journey so much that he almost forgot about the role that was supposed to appear two years later.
That makes sense, though. He's turned the Navy into a cesspool, so if Yi Xiao doesn't come here, he can only continue to live in seclusion.
"It's a pleasure to see you too, Commander-in-Chief Luo Wen." Yi Xiao unconsciously opened his eyes, revealing only the whites, but all he could see was white. "Why can't I see you?"
His Observation Haki only allowed him to see a golden radiance like the sun, and an incredibly powerful aura.
He couldn't sense any of Luo Wen's emotions at all, and he couldn't even clearly perceive the human form; it was like seeing a glowing humanoid light bulb.
This was completely different from what he had expected; he had thought he could at least sense Luo Wen's sense of justice.
Can't see it?
Your laughter will blind you; what do you want to see?
Luo Wen was somewhat taken aback, but he quickly understood.
It's likely that Issho's Observation Haki couldn't perceive his accurate information, which is why he said such a thing.
"My constitution is special; it's beyond the range of perception that Observation Haki can detect."
Luo Wen explained with a smile.
His body combines three different yet extremely powerful inheritances, so it's perfectly normal for Yixiao's Observation Haki to have problems.
That's a real shame.
He smiled and sighed.
He wanted to see what Luo Wen looked like with his own eyes, but his Observation Haki could only see a light bulb.
"However, it's not impossible for you to see me," Luo Wen said after a moment's thought. "I can restore your blind eyes. Would you be willing?"
"Of course I would."
He smiled and said without hesitation.
"Okay, wait a moment."
Luo Wen quickly returned to the room and found Mansherry taking a nap on his bed.
As Devil Fruit User, Mansherry's tears could definitely heal Xiao's eyes.
"Wake up, Mansherry."
Luo Wen gently poked the Barbie-doll-like Tontatta princess.
"Lord Luo Wen, let me sleep a little longer." Mansherry said with a slightly flushed face and sleepy eyes, "Yesterday's Five Dragons Embracing the Pillar Technique was too exhausting. I can't practice it again until at least tomorrow."
"Ahem, let's not talk about that." Luo Wen gave an awkward smile. "I came to you to ask you to heal someone's injuries."