One Piece: Mandala Swordsman

Chapter 452 Kuina, let me lend you a hand!

"Sir, are you very concerned about her?" Sly glanced at Roman and asked the question he had been wanting to know.

"Oh, you mean her? I'm just a little curious, not really paying much attention. But don't you think she's going to be a very talented kid?"

Since Roman returned to Marineford, her power has begun to grow.

Aside from her own military rank, being the chief instructor of the fish-men and mermaid armies, and a junior leader in the sword unit, her influence has extended to the education sector.

That's right. Right now, any new recruit who wants to stay in Marineford needs Roman's approval.

Of course, if they had the ability to get the marshal's approval, then bypassing Roman wouldn't be out of the question.

However, it seems that such recruits do not exist.

This power, once in hand, is practically a major asset for the doves.

Any promising and ambitious recruit knows that following someone next is the best choice.

Roman knew in his heart that this was compensation from the Warring States period.

After all, Roman had been "wronged" before.

Of course, the Warring States period did not show too much favoritism towards one side over the other.

He also promoted several hawkish generals to enhance the influence of the hawks.

This can be considered a balancing measure.

However, Roman knew that the power given to her by the Warring States period was far greater in comparison.

However, while power is a good thing, it should not be abused.

Especially now, countless eyes are on her.

The hawks are probably already looking for another opportunity to find fault with her.

So Roman still did his job very diligently.

All four of her direct subordinates have joined her in this endeavor.

The new recruits entering headquarters are only a small part of those from the Zephyr Training Camp.

More often, they were assigned to other military units as interns.

However, Kuina among them is indeed an elite.

She successfully entered the Zephyr Training Camp.

"It's certainly good that she got into Mr. Zephyr's training camp, but she's not worth your high regard," Gran interjected.

"Ah, I also remember that Kuina. I think she was practicing swordsmanship early in the morning. She was really hardworking. I, for one, am no match for her. But I'm definitely still too inexperienced." Raven felt sleepy again.

"I think he's just so-so, skinny and weak, can he really fight?" Patch scoffed.

"You guys are so harsh. She's just a little girl, after all. You're all over thirty. How can you compare?" Roman was amused by their words.

Kuina is indeed a true genius, but her subordinates don't seem to care much about her.

“We’ve probably seen even more formidable little girls before. To be honest, even now, I wouldn’t dare say I’m stronger than she was back then.” Sly’s meaning was clear.

Even Patch understood and expressed their agreement.

Oh?

So it's my fault.

Roman shrugged.

But despite the commotion, we still need to do our jobs well.

Although it's just the beginning, we need to get in touch with some promising new recruits now.

Because time waits for no one.

If you don't seize the time, others will catch up.

Others are also starting their actions now.

Roman was well aware of this.

"Alright, I'll be the one to approach this girl."

"Are you sure? There's no need for you, sir, to personally try to win her over. Even if she's very capable, can she compare to you? Wouldn't it be enough for us to reach out and show goodwill?"

In Sly's view, Roman's intervention was like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.

Although Roman's intervention can win people's hearts 100%.

But that's not how it works.

Moreover, this would make one appear less valuable.

The doves are not weak; the faction to which Aokiji and Hagoromo belong is not desperate for talent.

unless……

“What makes her different?” Grant was the first to think of it.

Why are you making such a big deal out of it? It's just that it suits my taste.

Roman explained it this way.

Kuina is still alive, so there are endless possibilities.

Her goal is also to become the world's greatest swordsman.

Isn't this the same goal as Zoro and Mihawk?

According to the original storyline, Zoro and Mihawk were bound to have a battle to determine who would be the final winner.

However, Kuina's existence will bring new variables.

It should be very exciting.

Given this variable, there's no harm in getting closer to Kuina now.

To be honest, she was utterly fed up with Mihawk.

Now that he was back in Marineford, Mihawk's confinement order had long expired, and he would return sooner or later.

He's already caused me so much trouble, so I should give him something in return; it's only fair that we reciprocate.

So, Kuina, I'll lend you a hand.