Barn turned toward Dragon, who was raising his fist and shouting, and spoke with a smile.
The refugees were boarding the ship one after another, their eyes fixed on the man who had given them a second chance at life. Gratitude and admiration filled their gazes. Amid the footsteps and voices of thanks, Dragon slowly lowered his raised right fist and looked at the "boy" standing beside him.
"Cooperation?"
Dragon asked, his face full of questions, though his raised brows also revealed his interest.
Perhaps Barn had heard it in his voice, for he smiled and nodded at Dragon.
"That's right."
Dragon gave Barn another meaningful look. Seeing the earnest smile on his face, he nodded.
"Ivankov! Have Inazuma help get the refugees settled. You and Kuma, come to the meeting room."
Dragon called out to Ivankov, who was busy nearby. Ivankov exchanged a few words with the man beside him, who wore orange sunglasses, had a peculiar two-toned hairstyle, and kept a glass of red wine in his hand, then ran over.
Kuma silently put on his gloves and headed straight into the cabin, still holding the book that looked so small compared with his huge frame.
"Well then, Mr. Barn, please come with me to the meeting room. As for the gentleman behind you..."
Dragon spoke to Barn with a smile, though the tattoo on his face made it look less than friendly.
"His name is Tiger Hunt. He's coming with me."
Barn answered, then leaned forward and spoke quietly beside Dragon's ear.
"Trust me. In some respects, he may be even more useful than I am."
With that, Barn straightened and stood facing Dragon again, still wearing that refreshing smile.
"Shall we go, Mr. Dragon?"
At Barn's words, Dragon could not help taking another look at the