Recruit Luffy at the start and build the strongest navy.

In a short period of time, countless ideas flashed through Koushirou's mind.

Finally, he smiled again, looked at Kyle, and said:

"I can't make that decision for them; it's up to them to decide!"

After speaking, Koushirou first looked at Kuina and asked:

"Kuina, what are your thoughts?"

Kuina glanced at Koushirou, then looked at Kyle and said seriously:

"I will stay here and continue my father's dojo!"

"Inheritance my ass!"

"Look at your father, so full of energy! He won't die for decades to come. What do you have to inherit?"

! !

Upon hearing this, Koushirou's ever-present smile vanished, his brows furrowed deeply, and he stared at Kyle with a slightly hostile gaze.

This kid looks harmless, so how come he can talk so infuriatingly?

Uh……

Kuina glanced at Koushirou, then at Kyle, and after a moment of silence, spoke again:

"No, thank you!"

"My talent isn't actually that great, I'm just a..."

It seemed as if something had touched a nerve with Kuina, for her eyes darkened, her head lowered slightly, and she said nothing more.

The field fell silent for a moment.

Kyle just stared at Kuina for a while, then suddenly asked:

Do you know Charlotte Linlin?

"ah?!"

Guina looked up, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, but she still shook her head.

"I don't know him!"

On the contrary, Koushirou's eyes flickered slightly when he heard the name.

Kyle continued:

Charlotte Linlin, also known as Big Mom, is one of the most powerful pirates on the seas today!

"She possesses world-destroying power, and she is also the only female pirate among the several Pirate Kings!"

"Of course, I'm not saying this to flatter her; I'm simply stating the facts and telling you a principle!"

"Women can also become top performers in the world. Gender is never an excuse, but merely the weakness of the incompetent!!"

!!!

Upon hearing this, Kuina's eyes widened instantly as she stared at Kyle in disbelief, her heart pounding wildly.

How could he have known...?

Before Kuina could continue to be shocked, Kyle spoke again:

"Don't listen to those guys' slanderous remarks, saying that female swordsmen can never become the world's best because of their physical limitations—that's utter nonsense!"

As he spoke, Kyle glanced at Koushirou on the other side, seemingly intentionally or unintentionally.

(╬▔盘▔)╯!

A vein bulged on Koushirou's forehead.

The mental discipline I had cultivated over the years was now showing signs of breaking down.

Is this kid talking about me? He's definitely talking about me!!

"However, if you want to stay in this dojo, then forget about becoming number one in the world!"

"You have too few opponents here. Without powerful rivals and without experiencing life-or-death battles, your strength will improve very slowly!"

"Battle has always been the best way to prove the results of one's training!"

"The right way to become stronger is through diligent training, learning, and honing your skills in battle!"

"Beautiful flowers can't be grown in a greenhouse!"

"And the Navy can provide you with this platform. Frankly speaking, no other power in the world can compare to the Navy's strongest members, including many master swordsmen!"

"Joining the Navy would be absolutely beneficial for you!"

Kyle patiently and persuasively promoted his business, much like a pyramid scheme leader.

Kyle's example of the middle-aged woman was somewhat deceptive; who exactly is that middle-aged woman?

A monster with unparalleled physique, capable of crushing a giant's hammer even in his childhood!!

Countless powerful men are no match for this opponent in terms of strength; this is an exceptional case, a mutation!

So what? Just tell me if the old lady is a woman or not? If she is, that's all that matters!

What's the big deal about this, just for a reward?

Not at all shameful!!

……

Guina fell silent, lowered her head slightly, and looked confused and struggling.

After hearing Kyle's words, her previous decision inevitably wavered, because Kyle had spoken of what she longed for most in her heart.

The example of the older woman, in particular, made her realize:

So... women can also become absolute powerhouses on the high seas?

The scales in Guina's heart are gradually tipping.

She did feel that her strength was improving at a slower and slower pace at the Isshin Dojo, especially after no student in the dojo could fight her.

The environment here is still a bit too comfortable for her!

After thinking for a long time, Kuina suddenly looked up, her eyes gradually becoming incredibly determined, and turned to look at Koushirou.

The father and daughter looked at each other. Although Kuina didn't say anything, no one knows a daughter better than her father. Koushirou had already read her decision from her eyes.

After a long while, he sighed softly and gave Kuina a smile.

"Go if you want to, Kuina! You're a girl who can make your own decisions now!"

"Whatever you do, your father will support you!"

Ultimately, it's his fault. If he hadn't placed so many expectations on Kuina, perhaps she wouldn't be the way she is today.

"Father!!"

Kuina's eyes filled with tears as she gazed at Koushirou.

Seeing this, Koushirou's eyes softened even more. He slowly walked up to Kuina, embraced her, and the two remained silent.

After some time, Kuina stepped out of Koushirou's arms, wiped away her tears, turned to look at Kyle, and said earnestly and firmly:

"I agree to join the Navy!!"

As soon as he said this, a system notification sounded in Kyle's mind: the reward had been credited to his account!

A smile involuntarily appeared on his lips, then he turned to look at Zoro, who was sitting on the ground slightly dazed, and asked with a smile:

"What do you think, 'green algae head'?"

"How about joining the Navy? Weren't you determined to defeat Kuina?"

"She's joined the Navy now. How are you going to defeat him if you don't join?"

"Are you going to be a man who doesn't keep his word?"

Kyle looked at Zoro with a beaming smile, just like Koushirou on the other side.

"Who said I didn't keep my word!"

Upon hearing this, Zoro jumped up from the ground, glaring fiercely at Kyle, and said directly:

"The Navy, right? I'll join the Navy too!"

Then he turned to look at Kuina and said:

"Kuina, I will definitely defeat you, and don't even think about getting rid of me until then!!"

(*^▽^*)！

Done!!

……