Chương 18: Prove your strength? Then just have a fight!

Then just have a fight!

When the Arlong Pirates went to Cocoyasi Village to bully them, the people of Cocoyasi Village naturally used Den Den Mushi to call the Navy for help.

But it was one thing for the Navy to ignore their plight, but now that they had finally defeated the "Arlong Pirates," this Navy captain actually wanted to take their bounty as well. This was something that Bellemere, who had also been a Navy officer, found unacceptable.

In contrast to Bellemere's surprise and anger, Yang Cheng was much calmer.

He already knew what kind of person Colonel Rat was.

In some ways, this guy deserves to die even more than Ah Long!

In the original storyline, this guy even conspired with Arlong to dig up the 100 million Berries that Nami buried under the orange grove to save the village, only to be beaten up in the end, which was far too lenient on him.

"Colonel, we did indeed defeat the Arlong Pirates."

"Besides, I used to be a naval lieutenant. Whoever defeats a pirate and hands them over to the navy gets the bounty, right?"

Upon hearing that Bellemere was a former naval captain and understood the intricacies of the situation, Captain Rat's face darkened as he said, "Since you were a former naval captain, you should understand that fighting pirates is a righteous act that the navy should perform."

And now you're using these bounties on pirates to make money? Are you trying to tarnish the name of justice you once upheld?

It has to be said that Colonel Rat is not very capable, but he has a whole repertoire of grand theories.

Bellemere, with a cigarette in her mouth, was about to say something when Yang Cheng interrupted her, saying, "Bellemere was indeed a former naval captain, but she has long since retired."

And to be more precise, I was the one who defeated the "Arlong Pirates," and I wasn't a former Marine, so there's no problem with me asking for the bounty, right?

"Furthermore, some navy personnel may indeed bear the name of justice, but how dare scum like you talk about the word 'justice'?"

When we fought before, Evil Dragon already said that even if we called the Navy, it would be useless, because the rat colonel in this area had already been bribed by him.

I used to admire the Navy because of Bellemere, but if the so-called justice is borne by Navy personnel like you, then I'd rather be a bounty hunter.

The dragon's claim about bribing the rat colonel was obviously nonsense.

Moreover, the main reason why Yang Cheng was arguing so much was because of Momousagi next to Colonel Rat; otherwise, he probably would have already taken action!

If he were alone, he wouldn't give Colonel Rat a chance to show off. He could simply kill him and then go to sea to become a pirate.

However, in order to avoid implicating Cocoyasi Village, Yang Cheng had considered many ways to deal with Colonel Rat before coming here.

He never expected that Momousagi, who would later become a candidate for admiral, would appear in such a small place as the East Blue.

Upon hearing Yang Cheng's words, Colonel Mouse's expression immediately turned panicked, and he hurriedly looked at Momousagi beside him and said, "General Gion, you must not listen to this brat's nonsense."

Arlong was a great pirate with a bounty of 2000 million Berries, while he was just a brat from the East Blue. How could he possibly defeat him?

This kid is obviously a liar. I suggest we arrest him immediately; he might actually be in cahoots with the Arlong Pirates.

Seeing the two sides sticking to their own stories, Momousagi first glanced at the somewhat pale-faced Colonel Mouse, then at the boy in front of her, and finally asked, "Do you have a way to prove that what you're saying is true?"

Upon hearing Momousagi's words, Yosei knew that his chance to get rid of Colonel Rat had arrived.

He couldn't stay in Cocoyasi Village forever. Although the matter of the Arlong Pirates had been resolved, Yang Cheng was still uneasy that the rat colonel of the 16th Branch was letting him stay here.

"Although I killed the dragon, several of his subordinates are still alive. If we interrogate them a little, we can find out the relationship between the dragon and Colonel Rat."

Moreover, this Rear Admiral might as well go to the surrounding islands and ask what the reputation of this Rat Colonel of the Sixteenth Naval Branch is.

As for how to prove that I defeated the Arlong Pirates, that's even simpler. Just let me fight Colonel Rat, and we'll know.

After Yang Cheng finished speaking, Colonel Rat turned ashen-faced.

Seeing the mouse colonel's expression, Momousagi already knew the answer in her heart.

"In that case, you shall have a contest with Colonel Rat."

Although she had roughly guessed the truth, Momousagi ultimately allowed Yang Cheng to prove himself by sparring with Colonel Mouse.

On one hand, she was also very curious about just how strong this young man from the East Sea was.

On the other hand, she also wanted to use Yang Cheng to teach the rat colonel who had disgraced the name of the Navy's justice a lesson.

Colonel Mouse did not refuse Momousagi's order to spar with the brat in front of him.

Instead, she glared fiercely at Yang Cheng and accepted it.

What he did in this sea area cannot withstand investigation. But even if he falls from power, he will at least drag this little devil who harmed him down with him to hell.

Colonel Rat still couldn't believe that Yang Cheng, a mere brat, would have the strength to defeat the "Arlong Pirates".

Since the other party is determined to die, then Colonel Rat will grant their wish!

Yang Cheng had no idea that the "weakest colonel," who was easily defeated by Nami in the original story, had the audacity to say that he was courting death.

However, they naturally wouldn't want to miss an opportunity to give their opponent a sound beating.

As soon as the battle began, Colonel Rat drew his two pistols and started firing at Yang Cheng.

Unfortunately, Yang Cheng easily dodged all the bullets that were fired at him, as his body became as light as paper.

Seeing this, Momousagi showed a hint of surprise and said, "Is this 'Paper Drawing' from the Six Powers?"

"Rear Admiral Gion, Yosei is my adopted son, so I once taught him some naval training techniques."

Although I had studied the Six Forms before, I hadn't been able to master them. But Yang Cheng's talent is truly astonishing. I only explained some theoretical techniques to him, but he mastered them through self-study.

At the same time Bellemere was explaining to Momousagi, Yang Cheng's figure on the field had already disappeared from Colonel Rat's sight.

"Not only have you mastered the paper drawing technique, but you've also mastered the 'Shave' technique from the Six Styles?"

Yang Cheng was fast, but that was only relative to Colonel Mouse and Bellemere.

To Momousagi, Yang Cheng's speed, which was difficult for them to perceive with the naked eye, was clearly visible.

"Oh no, this brat actually tried to kill Colonel Rat!"

(Salted Fish Diary: Another old baby in the group is getting married. Thinking about how I'm 30 and still single, I can't help but feel a little melancholy.) If only I hadn't rejected that rich woman who was too young back then. Looks like I'll have to go find technician number 88 tonight to soothe my wounded heart (￣∇￣).