Dragon stole a glance out to sea. He had only meant for Ye Chen to keep Blackbeard's crew occupied, but Blackbeard was down to a single Pirate ship, and his people were scared out of their wits. Even Dragon was startled. He had to see Ye Chen's strength in a new light.
Ye Chen had never known the meaning of keeping a low profile. From the time he challenged Golden Lion at six years old until now, his nature had never changed: blunt, direct, and fearless.
Ye Chen glanced at Shiryu of the Rain, spat into the sea, and said coldly, "Go on, run your mouth at me again. What's wrong? Quiet now? Who's next?"
Ye Chen's finger swept across Blackbeard's crew like a sword, pointing at them one by one. Not one of them dared meet his eyes. The moment he pointed at someone, their head dropped.
"Ye Chen is amazing! He's so strong!"
Standing on the ship, Nami watched Ye Chen bring Blackbeard's entire crew to heel by himself. She cheered and bounced with excitement, then glanced at Robin, her heart full of envy.
Ye Chen had plenty of flaws, but seeing him stand there with the might of a god was enough to make Nami adore him. Only a man that strong made her feel she could rely on him.
After Shiryu of the Rain lost, several more rushed out to challenge Ye Chen. Without exception, he beat them soundly. Blackbeard might have hated every second of it, but he knew he had to yield. They could do nothing to Ye Chen, and fighting back would only humiliate them further.
Ten people challenged Ye Chen in all. Eight died, and no one else dared face him.
Ye Chen turned to Blackbeard again. "Well, Blackbeard? Made up your