At that moment, everyone recognized Chris.
The Revolutionary Army officers had seen his photograph in the papers countless times.
And that cool, detached voice could belong to no one else!
Sabo stared at him in shock. "Captain Chris, weren't you supposed to be near the Pudora Kingdom?"
"How did you suddenly appear here at Revolutionary Army Headquarters?"
"Even Marine Admiral Borsalino, who can travel at the speed of light, would need some time to get here!"
The others were just as shocked and bewildered.
After all, they had hung up the phone only a minute or two ago.
A flicker of surprise crossed Dragon's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
No matter what happened, however unbelievable it might be,
when it came to Chris, Dragon no longer found it all that strange.
It was hardly impossible for someone as powerful as Chris to possess extraordinary speed.
Dragon gave a faint smile. "Captain Chris, I truly didn't expect you to appear before us like this."
"No wonder you didn't need us to escort Koala. We're too slow for you!"
Chris walked over and sat down beside Dragon.
"I've always liked to do things quickly," he said casually.
"I can't stand delays, so I hope you won't mind."
"I came to take Koala with me."
No one was particularly surprised by how direct Chris was.
They had already seen that side of him during their phone call.
Ahiru looked Chris up and down, her beautiful eyes bright. "I finally get to meet you in person!"
"Captain Chris really is more handsome than he looks in the papers."
"And a photograph could never capture that commanding presence of yours!"
The officers all studied Chris, unable to hide their excitement.
Sabo smiled. "Since you're here, Captain Chris, there's no need to rush off!"