"Our unit answers directly to Rear Admiral Lorne. We're an elite force, and our main mission is to hunt down pirates with high bounties out on the seas."
"It's dangerous, of course, but it's also the place that really puts you through the wringer."
Kuina felt her blood surge as she listened, gripping the bamboo sword at her waist tightly.
In the dojo's backyard, Revolutionary Army leader Dragon was also bidding farewell to his old friend Koshiro.
"Koshiro, it's time I left too."
Dragon pulled up the hood of his dark green cloak, hiding his entire face in shadow once more.
"Take care, Dragon."
"The situation in the East Blue is getting more and more complicated."
Looking solemn, Koshiro cupped his hands in farewell.
"This world is changing. We're all moving forward for our own ideals."
Dragon spoke in a low voice.
"That young man named Lorne will definitely stir up towering waves in the future."
Koshiro looked at Dragon as he spoke.
"Having my daughter follow him may be the best choice."
"Out on the seas, mediocrity is the greatest danger."
Dragon spoke evenly.
"With Lorne around, she'll at least get to see the true pinnacle."
As soon as he finished speaking, a gentle breeze swirled around Dragon's figure, and he vanished from the spot.
Koshiro stood in the empty backyard, watching the clouds drift across the sky, and let out a long sigh.
Off the coast of Shimotsuki Village.
A Revolutionary Army ship with unmarked black sails lay quietly at anchor in the shadow of the reefs.
Dragon's figure landed on the deck.
"Dragon! You're finally back!"
A flamboyantly dressed man with a huge purple afro came up to greet him.
It was none other than Revolutionary Army officer Emporio Ivankov.
"Ivankov, set sail immediately. Leave these waters."