While Akainu gained three admiral-level subordinates, Caelan also welcod a special guest.
Dressrosa, Neo Navy Headquarters Recruitnt Division.
Due to Caelan's long-standing control over Dressrosa, this place had beco the most sought-after recruitnt site.
So even avoided enlistnt stations near their hotowns and traveled thousands of miles just to reach Dressrosa.
Most recruits ca with the hope of eting Caelan and seeing the legendary God Slayer up close.
If the world were a stage, then Caelan was undoubtedly the brightest superstar. Countless people wanted to see him for themselves.
Outside the recruitnt office, a long line stretched in a winding path.
Though it was already the middle to late phase of the World Conscription, the crowds remained enormous.
Fujitora, wearing a purple kimono, stood silently in line at the Neo Navy's recruitnt office.
Leaning on his staff-sword, he didn't speak, simply following the line step by step, not seeking any special treatnt despite his strength.
At the sa ti, he activated his Observation Haki to sense the emotions of those around him.
I want to join the Neo Navy. I want to fight for the World Governnt!
I want to uphold justice. I want to be a hero!
So many have joined the Neo Navy today. Our future is bright!
It's amazing. With so many good people joining, true peace is just around the corner.
These emotions ca from both recruits and recruiters.
Without exception, each one was filled with energy, like the rising sun.
The excitent and passion were fed into Fujitora's mind through his Haki. Even soone as calm as he was couldn't help but feel moved.
He smiled faintly, opened his long-closed eyes, and faced the Neo Navy barracks with lifeless pupils. "As expected of the Neo Navy. I've seen a lot today."
He had once shown interest in the Marines and randomly visited a recruitnt site to observe, but that interest vanished after a deeper look.
Today, standing here at this Neo Navy station, he felt he had finally found the place he had always been searching for.
But the young man standing behind him, Giltada, could no longer hold back.
"Hey, old man, are you really joining the army with your eyesight like that?"
Fujitora turned and gave him a long smile before closing his eyes again and keeping his steps steady.
My god. Just lifeless white eyes. He's blind!
Even though this kind of determination from soone disabled was inspiring, surely that didn't et the Neo Navy's recruitnt standards?
Fujitora simply nodded and replied calmly, "Though my eyes are blind, my heart sees far more. That's enough to fight."
As he said this, a trace of regret rose within him.
When he was younger, he had blinded himself to avoid seeing the filth of the world. But he later realized that even without sight, the filth was clearer than ever.
Fortunately, he had mastered swordsmanship and Observation Haki to their peak. His eyes were not wasted.
Still, it was a pity that he couldn't see the mighty Neo Navy with his own eyes.
"So... you're a super strong then?" Giltada felt a strong aura and couldn't help but ask.
"Let's just say that," Fujitora answered modestly.
Though he couldn't compare to Caelan's unmatched talent, conquering the world wouldn't be a problem.
"Excuse , uncle, how tall are you?" Giltada asked cautiously.
"270 centiters."
Fujitora's smile deepened. He was in a good mood and decided to joke a little.
"Ha?"
Giltada was confused.
There was no ti for more questions. Most of the people in front of them had completed registration, and their turn was coming.
"Na?" the officer handling registration asked calmly.
Fujitora replied, "Sir, my na is Fujitora."
"Place of origin?"
"Wanderer," he answered.
The officer glanced at him in surprise but didn't pursue it. "Combat strength?"
Fujitora said, "Great swordsman."
The officer's expression changed imdiately.
He knew very well that a great swordsman was already among the strongest on the sea and was considered elite even within their talent-rich Neo Navy.
Just days ago, they had recruited another great swordsman.
With that in mind, the officer didn't doubt him and asked cautiously, "Would you be able to demonstrate your skills?"
"Of course," Fujitora replied, nodding slightly before drawing his blade.
A massive crescent-shaped slash shot upward, slicing apart layers of white clouds above.
The officer gasped and was just about to report it to his superiors.
Before he could act, Zephyr and Sengoku arrived together.
As the officials overseeing recruitnt, they naturally paid close attention to all activities and had even set up their office nearby.
Once they sensed a great swordsman's slash from the site, they ca in person.
"Admiral Sengoku, Admiral Zephyr," the officer quickly reported, "This is Mr. Fujitora. He wishes to join our Neo Navy."
"Alright, good work. We'll take it from here," Zephyr said kindly to the officer, then turned to Fujitora.
"Mr. Fujitora, on behalf of Admiral Caelan, welco to the Neo Navy!"
Zephyr spoke with calm authority.
"Admiral Sengoku. Admiral Zephyr. A pleasure to et you both," Fujitora said respectfully.
"Shall we find a quieter place to talk?" Sengoku gestured politely.
"No problem, Mr. Sengoku."
Fujitora nodded and left the recruitnt station with the two of them.
Back in the line, Giltada was stunned.
He never expected that the blind man in front of him was actually a great swordsman.
Rembering how kindly he had responded earlier, Giltada was overwheld with emotion and pride.
A man of such strength and character didn't get angry at his rudeness and even joked with him. What a great temperant.
A kind and powerful man like that had joined the Neo Navy. He had co to the right place.
He quickly stepped up to the officer and shouted proudly, "My na is Giltada. I'm from Dandanbuda Island in the South Blue. I'm the most well-known warrior in my hotown, and I want to join the Neo Navy!"
The other recruits who witnessed Fujitora's display also had similar thoughts.
The Neo Navy was full of hidden powerhouses. Even great swordsn admired it. They had truly co to the right place.
Fujitora was impressed by their spirit, and they were inspired by him in return.
Perhaps this is what it ans when you stand on a bridge admiring the scenery, only to realize that the people admiring the scenery are also watching you.
(To be continued.)
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