"The situation is different, and of course the nature will not be the same."
Luo Ye looked at Momousagi and smiled indifferently.
There have long been rumors within Marine Headquarters that Luo Ye is extremely violent when dealing with pirates, and Luo Ye doesn't care about it at all.
Although he sometimes doesn't agree with Sakazuki's extreme sense of "Absolute Justice," Luo Ye would never show mercy when facing pirates who wreak havoc..
Besides, there is no need for him to explain his philosophy to anyone at all.
Luo Ye, who was planning to find Ace and Sabo, couldn't help but ask curiously when he saw Momousagi still following him.
"You don't have your own matters to attend to? Why are you trailing me?"
Momousagi was stunned when she heard Luo Ye's words.
What the hell is this disgusting attitude?
"I don't have a specific assignment at the headquarters right now. What's wrong with that? You're not welcoming me?"
Hearing this, Luo Ye gave her a strange look.
The Vice Admiral Tsuru, who is like a mentor and elder sister figure to her, was definitely still present at Marineford; it's not like she truly had nowhere to go.
But since the words had been spoken, Luo Ye naturally did not intend to refute her.
He just continued walking silently ahead.
However, Momousagi, seemingly determined to rob Luo Ye of his rare idle time, quickly stepped forward to match his pace and asked,
"Luo Ye, Kaido has been captured by the Marines and other forces multiple times in history, but all execution attempts have failed. Do you seriously think you can kill him this time?"
Luo Ye glanced at her and answered lightly,
"Can."
Huh?
Momousagi blinked in surprise.
She had only asked to make conversation; otherwise, Luo Ye would have marched in complete silence — a habit very typical of him.
But his confident answer caught her off guard.
"Uh… Kaido's regenerative powers are monstrous. It shouldn't be so simple to kill him, right?"
Momousagi said hesitantly, stealing glances at Luo Ye's expression.
Indeed, as per the World Government's records, Kaido of the Beasts had been defeated seven times, captured eighteen times by the Navy and rival Yonko, and survived more than forty public executions.
Whether by hanging, guillotine, or skewering, none of these methods could end Kaido's life.
Even during his captivity, Kaido had destroyed nine giant prison ships.
Not to mention, he notoriously sought death through reckless behavior, earning his title as the "Strongest Creature in the World."
Given all this, how could Luo Ye be so casual about it?
Luo Ye noticed her skepticism but didn't mind at all.
He calmly looked at her and replied with a smile,
"Because this time, I'm going to Wanokuni too — so Kaido will die."
Momousagi, walking beside Luo Ye, was momentarily speechless.
Luo Ye didn't shout these words, nor did he boast.
He said them with such ordinary tone, yet the self-assuredness behind them was overwhelming.
Momousagi felt herself almost entranced by his calm certainty.
Still, she managed to restrain herself, teasing lightly,
"Then I'll wait and see."
Anyway, from Sengoku's attitude earlier, it was clear that he intended to send her along to Wanokuni too.
If Luo Ye truly intended to strike down Kaido, Momousagi was ready to fight at full power beside him.
Luo Ye, of course, had no idea about Momousagi's silent determination.
But even if he did, he probably wouldn't think much of it.
He was confident — Kaido may be called the "Strongest Creature," but he didn't believe Kaido was invincible.
Momousagi followed Luo Ye closely until they arrived at the Marineford training grounds.
Seeing this, she couldn't help but ask, puzzled,
"What are you planning? You're not thinking of challenging Admiral Aokiji again, are you?"
Back when Luo Ye had sparred with Aokiji (Kuzan), she had been among the onlookers.
Back then, no one had imagined that Luo Ye could clash head-on with an Admiral who had once fought Akainu for ten days on Punk Hazard for the title of Fleet Admiral.
Yet, Luo Ye's unexpected strength amazed everyone.
Over time, the rumors even exaggerated the story, claiming that Luo Ye had defeated Aokiji outright years ago.
Luo Ye chuckled and shook his head,
"No. A couple of idiot brothers have been making me worry."
As he spoke, Ace and Sabo, who had spotted Luo Ye approaching, rushed over quickly.
Neither of them wanted to experience Luo Ye's iron fists over something trivial.
Seeing their prompt arrival, Luo Ye nodded in satisfaction.
Not bad — at least they weren't slacking.
Luo Ye scanned them briefly and said,
"With your current strength, normal training won't help you grow much anymore."
Hearing this, Ace and Sabo exchanged confused looks.
It was Luo Ye who had ordered them to train harder earlier; now he was the one saying training wouldn't help.
What on earth was he thinking?
Before they could speak, Luo Ye continued,
"The best way to grow stronger is real battle experience."
"You must know, soon we will move against the Beasts Pirates. You two will be coming along too."
Upon hearing this, Ace and Sabo clenched their fists, excitement written all over their faces.
When they witnessed Luo Ye defeat Jack the Drought — one of Kaido's three Calamities — they had anticipated this moment.
There was no way they would want to miss the opportunity to face an Emperor's crew.
Just as they were feeling fired up, Luo Ye grinned and added playfully,
"Before that, if you want to increase your strength, you need to fight — starting now."
"I'll give you two choices: you either fight me, or fight each other."
Hearing this, the expressions on Ace and Sabo's faces collapsed instantly.
Although they understood the logic, the idea of facing Luo Ye himself terrified them far more than facing each other.
The two exchanged another glance and said bitterly in unison,
"We'll fight each other…"
Luo Ye wasn't surprised and smiled slightly.
"No problem. But remember: whoever is weaker before departure… I'll personally teach him a lesson."
Ace: ???
Sabo: ???
So no matter what, they were still going to suffer!?
What was the point of offering a choice if the end result was the same!?
Standing to the side, Momousagi couldn't help but chuckle and tease,
"Luo Ye, I didn't know you had such a mischievous side."
Luo Ye lazily stretched his arms and said nonchalantly,
"Brothers are meant to be used for pitting against each other after all"