Starting with One Piece, a Multiverse Simulation

Holding a plate with several times the normal amount of food, Wood looked helpless as he listened to the gossip around him.

Navy personnel are human too; they gossip as well. And because their daily training is often too monotonous, the higher-ups don't treat these new recruits excessively harshly.

The demanding training routine also requires other things to provide a break.

Wood had become accustomed to the gossip around him these past few days. Compared to these smooth-talking fellows, Wood knew that the real trouble was yet to come.

Not long after I sat down to eat, a commotion arose from the crowd in the cafeteria. A guy who looked to be in his early twenties but was actually quite old and had a squinty-eyed smile appeared, surrounded by many freshmen.

The young man surrounded by people was named Jiaji. He was a year older than Wood and his classmates, and was also the most outstanding student in their class.

Although Kakei isn't exactly handsome, since Akainu and Aokiji left, he has consistently outperformed everyone else in every subject.

They weren't in the same year, and the other person seemed to be a top student, so it was generally impossible for them to have any interaction with someone as insignificant as Wood.

But the problem is that the girl Wood provoked a few days ago is not as simple as Wood imagined!

Gion—some people might not recognize the name, including Wood.

However, if you mention the other person's nickname, most people will probably have an "aha!" moment.

"Momosasagi" became Gion's nickname, and Wood only discovered this after some investigation a few days ago.

After offending the seemingly powerful young woman, Wood, being cautious by nature, naturally conducted a brief investigation in secret.

Because the colonel who was the instructor in the shooting class greatly admired Wood's character, after Wood expressed his desire to learn about Gion and find an opportunity to apologize to him, the examiner readily gave Wood a form of information about Gion.

If it were information about naval officers, the other party wouldn't leak it so easily. However, since Wood and Gion are both new recruits, there's no problem with that.

When Wood saw that the other party was actually related to Vice Admiral Tsuru and that the weapon he was holding was the Kinpira, one of the 21 Great Grade Swords, Wood instantly understood Gion's identity.

Ordinary naval recruits could not possibly possess such valuable Great Swords of the Twenty-One, and Wood remembered that the "Kinpira" sword had only one user.

Chapter 19 The Future of "Momousagi" and "Chaton"

His sword is "Konpira," and he is related to Vice Admiral Tsuru, so this person is undoubtedly the famous "Momosasagi."

It is well known that any naval commander who uses a color combined with an animal as a nickname is no pushover.

Peach Rabbit is no exception; she is the only red among the many colored animals, and the only female among the generals and candidates for generals.

Upon learning that the person he was holding a grudge against was Momousagi, Wood knew he was in deep trouble.

Putting aside Momousagi himself, given his competitive nature, he would only choose to defeat Wood again in the place where he was defeated, and would not cause trouble for him elsewhere.

But aside from "Peach Rabbit," Wood's real trouble is the young man named Kake in front of him.

Because this seemingly insignificant fellow will also become one of the animals with color in the future.

In other words, the other party will at least be one of the reserve generals in the future, and his nickname is "Tea Pig"!

Women are few and far between in the navy, and beautiful women like Gion, who are both beautiful and have great legs, are even rarer.

Therefore, when Gion arrived at the naval academy, she naturally attracted a large number of admirers.

Kake, who would later become "Chaton," was one of Gion's many suitors, and a particularly fervent one at that.

"Kake-senpai, I think I made it very clear a few days ago that I have absolutely no connection with Gion."

Those rumors are completely unfounded. Forget about Gion having any romantic feelings for me; she'd probably rather just beat me up!

With a bamboo skewer in his mouth, Jiaji sat down opposite Wood with an air of nonchalance and a fawning smile on his face.

That's right, the imagined private fight didn't happen, and it's impossible for it to happen here.

Not to mention that Wood and Gake are still undergoing training at the Naval Academy, taking action on their own would result in extremely severe punishment.

Even if they were to actually fight, Wood at his current level would be no match for Gaji.

Despite his unremarkable appearance, he has already mastered the "Six Styles" and will soon finish his training and leave the naval academy.

Students like Kuzan and Kake, who are outstanding graduates from previous years, will have to go through the stage of being a low-ranking soldier after graduation. However, given their strength and performance, headquarters will soon assign them some tasks.

After completing the mission, he began to advance at lightning speed, even skipping the ranks of junior sergeants.

"Of course I know those rumors are false. Do you think I don't know how difficult it is to pursue someone in Gion?"

However, it must be said that although Gion disliked you, Brother Wood, at least she remembered you.

So I came here today to ask you for advice. If I also shoot Gion, will I be able to make her miss me? After all, I'm pretty good at shooting.

"As long as Gion remembers me, even if it's with dislike, that's fine with me."

Upon hearing Jiaji's words, Wood couldn't help but show a speechless expression. There's no one else who's gone this far in being a sycophant...

"I want to reiterate that it was my gun that hit the target in Gion! The target!"

Please include a target in your explanation, otherwise it will make it seem like I've done something unforgivable!

"Yes, that's right, I was talking about a target. Do you think your gun can hit anywhere else in Gion?"

The car wheel had run over Wood's face, but after seeing the sincerity on Jiaji's face, Wood decided to believe that the other party hadn't intentionally speeding.

Despite his seemingly aged face, he actually harbors a childlike heart.

“Gion isn’t stupid. If you do this on purpose, it will only make her hate you even more, right?”

"And you'll be officially drafted into the Navy soon, right? I've heard Gion greatly admires Vice Admiral Tsuru. Perhaps if you distinguish yourself early and become an outstanding naval officer, Gion will start to pay more attention to you?"

When Jiaji heard Wood's words, his eyes lit up, feeling that there was great potential in the matter. However, he was completely unaware that Wood had just spoken in a question, not a statement.

In fact, both Kakei and Gion became candidates for general in the future. During this time, Kakei expressed his love to Gion a hundred times, but Gion rejected him every time.

There are probably many factors involved, but Wood believes that Jiaji's good looks are one of the most important factors that he couldn't overcome.

Those who only look at outward appearances are superficial; the beauty of the soul is what truly reflects a person's value.

Unfortunately, most people in the world are superficial, and if they could have it all, who would refuse?

Other aspects can be changed through hard work, but when it comes to appearance, it's probably hopeless for Jiaji in this lifetime.

After all, people as handsome as Wood are basically born that way in the world of One Piece.

“Good brother, I think what you said makes a lot of sense, but as you know, I’m about to leave the naval academy and be officially enlisted in the navy. But before that, there’s something I’m still worried about.”

As you know, there are far more men than women at naval academies, and Gion is such an outstanding woman, so…”

"So you're worried that someone else will beat you to it, and you want me to keep an eye on things for you?"

Seeing that Wood instantly understood his meaning, Jiaji showed a satisfied expression, marveling that Wood was indeed the person he had high hopes for; before he had even spoken, his little brother had already guessed his thoughts.

Wood had no reason to refuse Gage's request, because he knew that someone like Gion was a pure training fanatic and would never have a sweet romance with anyone at the naval academy.

Even if Jiaji didn't ask him for help, Gion would basically remain single for another ten years or so. Now that he's offered a favor, she might as well take it.

As for whether Gion would be interested in Wood, Kake had considered it. After all, the little brother was good-looking and a great shot. Even if he were placed next to Kake, he would only be slightly inferior.

However, Kake had already inquired about it, and it was clear that Wood had indeed offended Gion badly during the previous test.

Gion is now practicing her marksmanship diligently every day, with the aim of turning the tide in the next test, completely crushing Wood, and getting her revenge.

Gion, who dislikes Wood so much, shouldn't possibly have any feelings for Wood, at least that's what Kake thought.

Therefore, Jiaji also felt that entrusting this matter to Wood was the most reliable option.

Having received numerous promises and a set of "Six Styles" training tips, Wood left the cafeteria feeling quite satisfied.

Helping to keep an eye on Gion and block other potential rivals is a way of ensuring that even if Wood doesn't do it, the others basically have no chance. So Wood is basically getting this reward for free.

At the same time, Wood was also a little puzzled. What was so good about Gion? She had such a strong personality and wasn't gentle at all, even though she was indeed good-looking and had long legs...

Chapter 20 The Second Life Simulation

"Ding! You have used one opportunity to use the Life Simulator. You are now beginning the Life Simulation..."

At 17, you have been in naval school for a year and have mastered the basics of shooting, navigation, artillery, and steering, significantly improving your skills.

At 18, having completed the basic courses and met the physical requirements, you were granted permission to begin training in the Six Styles of the Navy, and within a year you mastered all six styles.

At 19, you concealed most of your abilities, graduating from naval academy with mediocre grades and becoming an ordinary navy officer.

After two years of honing your skills, your swordsmanship has improved again, and you have successfully unleashed your sword energy, becoming a 'Sword Master'.

At 20, you, who have always kept a low profile, were about to apply for an external transfer when Shiki the Golden Lion, the great pirate who was imprisoned on the sixth floor of Impel Down, broke out of prison and you were assigned to the force that went to stop him.

Outmatched by Shiki the Golden Lion, he ultimately died outside Impel Down…

"This simulation is now complete. You have received the following rewards. Please choose one to claim."

1. Basic knowledge of shooting, navigation, artillery, and steering.

2. The training method of the Six Styles of the Navy.

3. Swordsmanship and insights at the "Sword Master" level.

4. Improved physical fitness over the past four years.

In the second life simulation, he died young as always, but Wood was no longer surprised.

This world is inherently fraught with danger. If they were to successfully simulate living to seventy or eighty years old, after several rounds of simulations, he would essentially be invincible against the sea.

Compared to dying in a shipwreck during the first simulation, this time at least I died with some dignity.

Moreover, Wood wasn't too surprised by the manner of his death.