One Piece: I Start with a Married Woman, I Am the Evil Admiral!

Chapter 372 Proposes a Showdown

What's even more ridiculous is that this guy is not only reckless, but also seems to be blind. Doesn't he see who's sitting there? That's none other than the Flag Hunter, Don Achino! He's a formidable figure; in this sea, his name strikes like thunder, inspiring fear in all who hear it.

Seated alongside Don Achino was the newly promoted Admiral Enni! He was a top figure in the Navy, whose strength and status were unparalleled.

Okay, some people might be familiar with Don Achino. But was Admiral Enni made of clay?

His strength and status are no joke!

However, this reckless fellow was completely oblivious to this. He brazenly walked right up to Don Achino and Aini, as if they were just ordinary passersby.

This scene made everyone around him hold their breath in worry.

However, what happened next was astonishing. Aini simply gave this guy a casual wink, and the once arrogant man instantly seemed to have all his strength drained away, collapsing into a slump.

His face turned deathly pale, as if he had been struck by a heavy blow.

Immediately afterwards, his attitude underwent a complete change. He no longer dared to be arrogant like before, and didn't even dare to look at Aini.

This guy seems to have completely transformed into a different person.

Although those around knew what had happened, they were still shocked by Aini's power. To turn such an arrogant person into such cowardice with just a glance—what kind of monster was this?!

Aini's strength was simply beyond imagination, astonishingly powerful! However, no matter how terrifying his strength was, he ultimately left. In contrast, they could only remain here, their future uncertain.

No one knows when that ruthless guy will turn his attention to them; once he sets his sights on them, they're likely doomed.

What is the most terrifying thing in this world? Is it death? Actually, no. What is truly frightening is having your life completely in the hands of someone else, with your life or death hanging in the balance at the mercy of their decision.

At this moment, they are in an extremely dangerous situation.

Unfortunately, despite their fear and unease, they dared not make the slightest move. The slightest carelessness could lead to their deaths. It felt like a sharp knife hanging over their necks, ready to fall mercilessly at the slightest disturbance.

Just then, Don Achino finally breathed a sigh of relief after seeing Blue Kily leave. He turned to Aini with a polite smile and said, "Thank you for the courtesy, General Aini."

Aini waved his hand casually, a faint smile appearing on his lips, and continued, "That arrogant brat messed things up for a bit earlier, but now you can calm down and seriously consider my previous suggestion."

Upon hearing this, Don Achino raised his already high eyebrows slightly, revealing a hint of surprise. He was silent for a moment, then waved his hand in return, replying unhurriedly, "Don't be in such a hurry. Before considering your proposal, I think it's necessary to see what kind of strength you, the so-called youngest general in history, really possess."

At this point, Don Achino paused slightly, seemingly choosing his words carefully. Then he added, "After all, if you want me to willingly submit to you, you have to let me know if you truly have the ability. I can't just easily submit to your command based on your silver tongue alone! If that were the case, wouldn't I, Don Achino, be too cheap and worthless?"

"Hahaha!" Aini suddenly burst into hearty laughter, the sound echoing in the air.

He clearly found Don Achino's remark quite amusing.

While this is the literal meaning of Don Achino's words, the deeper implications go far beyond that.

Aini knew very well that while Don Achino wanted to test his strength through this match, he was also demonstrating his own strength to him.

Only when both sides have a clear understanding of each other's strengths can they obtain the status and power they deserve.

In this world where strength determines everything, power is everything; the strong rule, and the weak are relegated to the status of servants. In such an environment, people's status depends entirely on the size of their fists.

Just then, the two exchanged a knowing glance, as if they could read each other's minds, and without hesitation, raised their glasses and downed their whiskeys in one gulp. Once the glasses were empty, they stood up simultaneously, their movements perfectly synchronized and without the slightest hesitation.

Immediately afterward, the two stepped out of the tavern together. The people outside looked puzzled, wondering what the two were up to. However, Aini didn't give them much time to guess. Suddenly, he pushed off with his legs and shot into the air like an arrow.

Aini moved with incredible speed, disappearing from everyone's sight in the blink of an eye. But he didn't stop there; instead, he continued to race through the air, his feet seemingly rooted to the ground as he moved forward. His figure left a long trail in the air, like a shooting star streaking across the sky.

The direction Aini flew off towards was a deserted island to the east. This island was quite large, and the surrounding waters were relatively calm, with little disturbance. As Aini flew over, he immediately spotted this place, believing it to be the perfect battlefield for his duel with Don Achino.

Meanwhile, Don Achino watched Aini's departing figure, a confident smile playing on his lips. He turned to his children beside him and said, "I'm going to have a good fight with this admiral."

However, Don Achino's words caused his children's expressions to change drastically. Although they had absolute confidence in their father's abilities, his opponent was the Navy's top combat force!

How could they not be worried when faced with such a powerful opponent?

Don Achino waved his hand: "Don't worry! This is just a contest, so it won't matter who wins or loses."

"call!"

Upon hearing this, Don Achino's children breathed a sigh of relief, their hearts, which had been in their throats, returned to their stomachs.