World Government

"You two can get lost!"

When Gion and the others arrived, Ye Chen looked at Koza and Momonga without expression.

"God, please reconsider."

Koza grew anxious when Ye Chen refused even to discuss it.

"Get out."

Ye Chen's eyes narrowed. Koza's mouth fell open as though he had seen something terrifying, and his whole body trembled uncontrollably.

Ye Chen withdrew his Conqueror's Haki. Koza nearly collapsed, then fled the hall, gasping for breath.

Seeing Koza flee in such a sorry state, Momonga left in silence before Ye Chen could say a word. As he passed Aokiji, though, he glanced at him.

Aokiji opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but he had no idea where to begin.

"You did that on purpose."

Coming back to himself, Aokiji glared at Ye Chen in fury.

"So what if I did?"

Ye Chen uncrossed his legs and looked calmly at Aokiji.

Icy mist began to spread. Aokiji clenched his fists, barely holding himself back.

Ye Chen narrowed his eyes, a flicker of killing intent passing through them. Before he could act, Gion grabbed Aokiji's hand, her face solemn. "You promised me."

Aokiji gritted his teeth and glared viciously at Ye Chen, his chest heaving.

"How foolish. You only have six months. I've merely cut off your way back ahead of time. Reiju, publish a notice tomorrow saying Marine Admiral Aokiji has betrayed the Marines and joined our nation. Otherwise, certain people won't calm down."

"Yes, boss."

Reiju nodded.

"Also, prepare for war. If the Revolutionary Army or the Marines dare come looking for trouble, wipe them out."

With a final cold snort, Ye Chen vanished from the throne.

"Hah... hah..."

Breathing heavily, Aokiji sat down and cursed. "What a bastard. Damn him."

Reiju frowned slightly but said nothing.

Meanwhile, Momonga hurried back to