One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 173 How can you call yourself a politician if you haven't stabbed your own people a few

As long as Garp isn't involved, Sengoku is absolutely rational and strategic.

Since Roman was taken in by Sengoku, although she was dispatched to various places for various reasons and did not spend much time directly with Sengoku, she knew that Sengoku was definitely a powerful general.

The Warring States period was adept at learning from past mistakes and looking to the future, sketching out one prospect after another.

What's amazing is that his combat power is also one of the top in the world. It's just that because Garp is too dazzling, Sengoku is only called "the strategist". But the title of "Buddha Sengoku" is not a title given by pirates to admire his benevolence. It is a reputation he earned through his own hard work.

Of course, the "cunning and shrewdness" of the Warring States period was not only reflected in their treatment of pirates, but also in their treatment of internal strife.

The navy's top brass are involved in politics, after all, they have to contend with high-ranking officials of the world government.

You can't say you've been in the political arena if you haven't stabbed your own people in the back a few times.

Now Roman is experiencing the betrayal of Sengoku.

"Excuse me, General Sengoku, I think I had a bit of tinnitus and didn't hear you clearly. Could you repeat yourself?" Although he said he didn't hear clearly, Roman's twitching lips indicated that he hoped he had misheard.

However, Sengoku had clearly already made up his mind, so he completely ignored Roman's wishes and said in a serious tone, "Just like I said before, I want you to train those fish-man soldiers."

Roman: "..."

Silence is Cambridge tonight.

Seemingly sensing Roman's troubled mood, Sengoku coughed and continued, "Colonel Roman, I'm assigning you this task because I have complete trust in you, and you're fully capable of doing it well, aren't you? Sly, Glen, Raven, and Patch used to be troublemakers, but you managed to discipline them well, didn't you? And I don't think it'll be difficult, will it?"

"That sounds nice! Then why don't you come?" Roman thought to himself, mercilessly.

Teaching others is a demanding endeavor, and not everyone is as willing as Zefa to shine and diligently teach nearly a hundred students.

That was a very difficult task.

Don't be fooled by how well Roman manages his four men; there's a reason for it.

Firstly, the small number of students makes it easier to provide targeted instruction.

However, this time he recruited hundreds of merfolk soldiers, and training them would not be an easy task.

Secondly, Sly, Gran, Raven, Patch, and Roman can be dealt with, but these politically significant murloc soldiers are, for the time being, people who cannot be hit or scolded.

Third, and this is a difficult point, there is a racially discriminatory group within this community (Ah Long), which is a major problem.

Racial discrimination is a problem that is quite unsolvable, not only in the world of One Piece, but also in my past life. Despite the many measures taken to address this issue, the effects have been limited.

Therefore, if merfolk soldiers are included, it can indeed increase the power of a certain faction, but those responsible for training them will likely have to put in a lot of hard work.

When Roman made the proposal, he never imagined that this arduous task would fall on his shoulders.

Because she actually knew that taming the fish-men was not a problem.

It's just that the process is difficult, but that doesn't matter much, since it's not like I'm doing it myself.

As a result, the Warring States period immediately took over the responsibility.

"I am insignificant and lack the qualifications to take on this task," Roman declined.

"Don't worry, I've thought it all out. Nominally, Kuzan will still be the instructor, but you'll have the real power. This way, you'll have both prestige and substance. I'll send you to Kuzan's side later so you can better complete the teaching. As long as you do well, you'll definitely be Kuzan's capable subordinate in the future." Sengoku was clearly prepared for Roman's "refusal."

Good grief, you're really going to stick to this, aren't you?

You've thought this through long ago, haven't you?

Sengoku was, after all, the future marshal and held absolute power. Once he had made a decision, it was impossible to easily reverse it. It seemed that he had no choice but to agree.

"How terrifying! To have to complete such a difficult task, Colonel Roman must be having a very tough time for the foreseeable future."

Just hearing that sound makes your fists itch.

Sengoku would not tolerate the visitor's nonchalant attitude: "Borusalino, it should be your work time now, don't just think about slacking off all day."

"Mr. Sengoku, don't be so harsh. I only overheard a little bit when I passed by your office. Besides, compared to someone else, I'm not so bad." After saying that, Borsalino glanced at Garp out of the corner of his eye. Garp had a donut in his mouth and looked like he was sleeping very soundly.

Borsalino entered Sengoku's office for a simple reason: he had simply heard some "good news."

This mission is no easy task; judging from Roman's somber expression, even she finds it quite challenging.

Seeing that even the "famous" Roman had his own headaches, Borsalino finally felt a little relieved.

Even though she's called a monster, it's impossible for her to find a solution to everything.

He must be laughing at himself now.

Looking at Borsalino's feigned expression, Roman could probably guess what Borsalino was thinking.

I guess there's also the reason that I "played" him.

The direct reason why Borsalino and she didn't get along well was that the two of them were quite similar.

Some people like those who are similar to themselves, while others dislike them.

Furthermore, the conflict between the two lies in the fact that Roman cannot see through Borsalino, and Borsalino cannot see through Roman either.

This is the main reason why the two do not get along.

Coupled with various special circumstances, the two remained locked in a constant rivalry.

Since we've already suffered 800 casualties ourselves, why not hurry up and inflict 1000 casualties on the enemy?

"General of the Warring States Period, I have thought about this carefully for a while and I think what you said makes a lot of sense. Although it sounds very difficult, I will accept it, but..."

Sengoku was pleased to hear Roman agree. This mission was indeed a bit demanding. If Roman had any other requests, he would try his best to meet them as long as they were reasonable.

However, Borsalino soon sensed something was wrong.

"You see, Whitebeard and Kaido have clashed many times in the New World, which has made the order of the New World precarious. I think it is necessary to send a capable person to maintain the basic order. I think Vice Admiral Borsalino is very suitable."

Sure enough, Borsalino's face turned extremely ugly after hearing Roman's words.

However, the Warring States period seriously considered the feasibility of this.

Borsalino is a man who ate the Glint-Glint Fruit, and he is good at fighting and running. Even the Emperor of the Sea would not find it easy to keep him. He is a very suitable candidate, especially since Borsalino originally intended to send him.

"Borsalino, tomorrow you will set sail for the New World and eliminate the destabilizing factors there."

Borsalino immediately showed a pained expression.

That brat!!!

If you acted impulsively, you could have just chuckled to yourself; why did you have to come in?

He saw Roman give him a bright smile.

Upon seeing this, Borsalino couldn't help but have an absurd idea.

The conflict between Whitebeard and Kaido was indeed instigated by Roman, who then conveniently used it against himself.

Well!

It's still a bit too absurd, isn't it?

On the other hand, Roman's thought was: I can't be the only one who suffers; my colleagues are just there to stab me in the back at this time.