Pirate: I Can Repel Everything

Van Augur tapped his shoulder with his gun and spoke flatly, his face expressionless.

"He has no respect for rank. A division commander challenging the first mate? What an outrageous act of insubordination."

"If Doc Q gets off lightly today, Lafitte will lose every shred of authority he has as first mate."

Holding the Demonic Sword Kikoku, Luo nodded in agreement. "Lafitte wasn't joking about what he said earlier."

"Since he said he wouldn't let Doc Q participate in the coming challenges, he'll definitely follow through."

"In other words, Doc Q will be badly injured. He'll have to watch the fights lying down, with no chance to participate."

"He's already been eliminated!"

Hawkins looked as lifeless as ever, his voice calm and steady. "Judging by his face, Doc Q is destined to shed blood today."

"Of course. He dared to fight Lafitte for the first mate's position. How could Lafitte let him off? He's bound to teach him a harsh lesson."

Kuro adjusted his glasses, a shrewd gleam flashing through his eyes as he began his careful analysis.

"If you want to be first mate, you need sufficient authority. There's no question about that."

"Doc Q dared to attack Lafitte and challenge his authority. That was far out of line."

"With so many people watching, the captain certainly wouldn't approve if Lafitte let Doc Q off."

"After all, someone without authority can't serve as first mate. That's an undeniable fact."

"So Lafitte will make an example of him, establishing his authority by seriously injuring Doc Q."

"He'll show everyone that anyone who dares to fight him for the first mate's position will meet a miserable end."

Kuro's expression was solemn, his voice utterly certain. "In short, Doc Q definitely won't be taking part in the coming fights. I'm absolutely sure