Chapter 29: Commodore Saitama
What does it matter if you know or not
Captain Nezumi shrugged naturally, Pirates are criminals, and stealing is a cri as well. Does that an the Navy cant catch thieves until all pirates are caught? Your thinking is flawed, thief cat, squeak, squeak, squeak
Even with so many big problems Nami shouted angrily at Colonel Nezumi, You took all the stolen goods from a re thiefs hand. Do you only know how to bully the weak?
Squeak, squeak, dont act like youre noble and say grandiose words, Nezumi sneered twice, wiping his nose in a pompous manner. You admit that youre a thief, huh? Well, whats the harm in the Navy catching a petty thief like you? If were going by your logic, the fact that there are still Yonko-level pirates out there ans that we shouldnt even bother with soone as insignificant as you, little thief cat. Squeak, squeak, squeak
You! Nami was temporarily speechless by Nezumis words, unable to find a reason to refute him.
Seeing this, Nojiko realized that things werent looking good and could only pin her hopes on one last possibility.
Mr. Marine! Nojiko turned to Saitama and shouted, Please help us! Nami stole that money to help her village
I cant really do anything about it, Saitama replied indifferently.
Saitama stood up from his seat, but his first sentence made Nojikos heart sink halfway: I heard everything just now, but hes not wrong. Stealing is a cri, and if the stolen money isnt claid by its owner, it should rightfully belong to the World Governnt
Nojikos hopeful expression gradually faded away. Yes Hes also a Marine How could he possibly help others? Im so foolish
However Stepping out of the house with long strides, Saitamas bald head reflected a dazzling light in the sunshine. But this squeak, squeak, squeak guy himself has committed a serious cri, so hes not qualified to lecture you
Saitama stepped past Nami and said with determination, Please stop, captain Nezumi. You have a lot of problems yourself, Saitama continued, Although apprehending you isnt within my commission, but as a hero and a Marine, I cant just stand by and do nothing.
Who the hell are you Nezumi didnt imdiately recognize Saitama, and just looked at him with a sardonic smile, Do you even know who youre talking to? I am a Marine Captain, and youre just a bald civilian Huh? Bald?
At this point, captain Nezumi was taken aback and asked uncertainly, Wait a minute Whats your na?
Saitama smiled, Im Saitama, not just an ordinary citizen, but a hero.
Self-proclaid hero Bald
Combining all the characteristics, Nezumi finally overlapped the person in front of him with the one in his mory. You Youre the Commodore Saitama, the guard of Loguetown!?
Saitama nodded, Ah, thats .
His answer was simple and his voice was plain.
Nami and Nojiko behind him widened their eyes in disbelief. They couldnt imagine that this seemingly unremarkable person could actually be a Marine Commodore!
As a matter of fact, thats already the highest rank that a Marine branch can reach!
How old is he? Forty? Thirty? No, definitely younger!
To achieve the rank of a Commodore at such a young age is almost unimaginable. Its possible that in the near future, he could even beco an Admiral in the Marine Headquarters!
Nami exclaid in disbelief, You youre really a Marine?
Yes, replied Saitama.
Turning his head and squinting his eyes, Saitama added, But let
make it clear, Im not an exhibitionist.
Despite his deadpan expression, seeing his back now gave her a sense of security!
Mr. Commodore Nami said in amazent.
Captain Nezumis forehead began to sweat as he stiffly spoke, I didnt know you had received the early news to capture the thief Nami
Oh, no, said Saitama, waving his hand with closed eyes, Im here to take care of the pirate Arlong, and I thought I might as well take you too.
Captain Nezumis heart skipped a beat.
TTake
with him?!
Wha What are you joking about! Captain Nezumi started to panic. Although you have a higher rank than , you are not authorized to arrest
on your own! Moreover, you have no proof of identity. Who knows if you are a fake Commodore Saitama!? Impersonating a naval officer is a serious cri. Even if I kill you now, it is justifiable!
The stakes were high, and if Captain Nezumi didnt act fast, he might not even have a chance to fight back after being taken into custody!
Bald Devil! Nezumi refused to be intimidated by such a title! This man must have been promoted too quickly by claiming credit for soone elses achievents!
All soldiers listen up! Nezumi barked out the order to his n without hesitation. This pirate is posing as a marine officer, a heinous cri! Open fire, take him down!
The tension was palpable as the soldiers readied their weapons, aiming at Saitama. It was a perilous mont that could determine the outco of the entire battle.
As the order was given, Captain Nezumi imagined that in the next second, Saitama would be riddled with bullet holes.
But he couldnt shake the feeling that sothing was amiss.
All of the confidants he brought with him knew about his collusion with Arlong. Captain Nezumi could feel their eyes on him, silently judging him.
He tried to put on a brave face, but his resolve faltered as Saitama remained unhard. In that mont, Captain Nezumi realized that he had made a grave mistake.
Nezumis face twisted in frustration and anger as he watched his soldiers hesitate, realizing that they knew about his corrupt dealings with Arlong. He glared at them, willing them to take action, but none of them moved.
What are you waiting for? Shoot him! he shouted, his voice cracking with desperation. Hes a pirate impersonating a Marine officer! We cant let him get away!
But still, no one made a move.
The captain stood in front of the soldiers, watching their hesitation and refusal to pull the trigger.
He knew that they had likely learned of his true identity as a respected Marine officer, and that taking the life of a fellow Marine was considered mutiny, a cri punishable by execution. He breathed a sigh of relief as they made the right decision.
Nezumis pleas for action fell on deaf ears as the soldiers remained steadfast. He collapsed onto the ground, realizing that he had lost control of the situation.
The villagers and soldiers watched as he wept, fully comprehending that his downfall was inevitable.
Saitama approached the kneeling captain with his usual deadpan expression, offering comfort. Stop crying. Once I capture Arlong, Ill co back and take you away. But rember, no running away.
Nezumi suddenly rembered sothing and got an idea. Arlong Oh, I just rembered! Arlong is the one who sent
here! He told
that the little thief cat stole nearly 100 million beli! Thats a massive amount of money, who wouldnt be tempted by it? Maybe I still have a chance to survive! he thought, grasping at straws.
Then, a brilliant plan ford in his mind. Wait wait a minute! Mr. Saitama! he exclaid, standing up and pointing at Nami. That little thief over there! She has stolen around 100 million beli! If you let
go, Ill pretend I dont know anything and give you all the money! Every last bit of it, just for you!
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